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OnePlus is trying to renew customers’ interest in one of its most recent flagships, and what better way to do that than to release a new color variant? The Chinese handset maker confirmed earlier today that the OnePlus 12 will be available in Glacial White next month.The new Glacial White version of OnePlus 12 will be initially introduced in India on June 6, but it’s likely to be launched in other countries in the coming months. Although there’s no word about the price yet, it’s safe to say that this will cost the same as the other color versions, which…
Google is listening to Android users who want to see edge-to-edge apps even if we’re talking about the Phone app. Up until now, the app included a black status bar at the top of the screen and depending on the color scheme you have your screen set on, the black bar on top just did not mesh well with the white screen. Even with the dark mode black screen, you could still see the darker status bar.Version 128 of the Phone app includes the transparent status bar which really does make the white screen look much nicer. You might already…
WhatsApp, the popular messaging app, is continuously testing potential features to improve user experience. In a recent beta update for Android (version 2.24.12.6) available on the Google Play Store, we get a sneak peek into an exciting new feature that’s set to enhance the app’s photo and video editing capabilities.This latest feature builds upon a previous update (2.24.10.23) that introduced a redesigned drawing editor. This revamp focused on user-friendliness by relocating the brush and color tools to a bottom bar for easier access, particularly on larger screens. Now, WhatsApp is taking another step forward by working on a color chooser…
Apple released a trio of new 30-second ads today for the Apple Card. The card is available in the U.S. only and you can apply for it from the Wallet app. Open the app, tap the round circle with the plus sign inside on the upper right corner of the screen, and you’ll see a menu with a heading that says “Add to Wallet.” One of the choices is “Apply for Apple Card.” With over 12 million customers, the Apple Card does not charge any fees including late fees, or annual fees. Apple Card users get up to 3% cash…
Even before ChatGPT was released, Siri wasn’t exactly anyone’s favorite voice assistant, and in the age of chatbots, we might as well call it a dumb assistant. Apple, which is counting on software to boost iPhone sales, will reportedly overhaul Siri to make it capable of controlling individual app functions, per a new Bloomberg report.While Siri may have been mindblowing when it launched nearly 14 years back, today, you’d be lucky to get the response you wanted from it if you ask a question that’s even remotely complex in nature. That’s not to say it’s useless by any means.The problem is,…
Meta, the parent company for the social platform we know as Threads by Instagram, just rolled out a very helpful new feature for their web version that’s sure to make a lot of users happy. It’s a column view, kind of like what Tweetdeck has, and it’s designed to make your Threads experience way more personalized and efficient. This layout has become affectionately known by Threads users as “ThreadsDeck.”Now, you can pin up to a hundred different feeds to your Threads homepage, which is an amount of feeds I can’t even fathom following. This means you can have columns for…
Choosing a password is not only a personal act, it is a very important one. There has to be some trade-off between using a password that is so difficult that no one would figure it out, and using one that can be remembered. According to Mailsuite, 2,200 cyberattacks a day are attempted and a strong password is a very important defensive tool. Even though most know not to repeat passwords, 25% of people use the same password on more than 11 sites and apps. This is significant because once a hacker cracks the password on one site or app, he…
Spotify, the music streaming giant, has found itself in a bit of a sticky situation with its now-discontinued in-car streaming device, Car Thing. The company recently announced that the device will cease to function starting December 9th, 2024, leaving many users with non-functional gadgets and a sour taste in their mouths.Car Thing, a dedicated music streaming device for vehicles, had garnered a loyal following among music enthusiasts despite its relatively short lifespan on the market. When Spotify initially discontinued the device, they assured users that it would continue to operate normally, making the news of its impending deactivation all the…
Gmail is rolling out a fresh look for its “Quick Reply” feature on Android devices, aiming to make responding to emails a more seamless experience. The redesign, which has been in testing for the past few months, replaces the current pill-shaped buttons at the bottom of messages with a docked text field, eliminating the need for scrolling.This new text field, positioned above Gmail’s persistent bottom bar, allows users to start typing their response immediately without having to open a new screen. A convenient attachment button is located on the left, and menu options for replying, forwarding, and changing recipients are…
Since the start of the modern foldable era in 2019 with the release of the Galaxy Fold, the top name in foldables has been Samsung. The South Korean manufacturer added to its lead with the release of the Galaxy Z Flip clamshell the following year. And at the end of each year, Samsung would sit alone at the top of the charts as the top foldable phone manufacturer worldwide.But after a strong first quarter of 2024 during which shipments of these handsets soared 49% year-over-year, the global foldables market has a new leader and it is Huawei. Because of U.S.…
A cybercriminal group claims it has stolen personal data belonging to more than 500 million Ticketmaster customers. Although the event ticketing service, owned by Live Nation Entertainment, hasn’t confirmed the attack, security experts warn that it could put users of the platform at risk for a range of scams. The hackers, called ShinyHunters, said in an online forum that they have gained access to Ticketmaster customers’ information and that they plan to sell the data. But Jared M. Smith, an engineer at SecurityScorecard, a company that monitors computer network breaches across the internet, cautioned that it remains to be seen if…
Google just announced a series of updates designed to improve the Android user experience across devices. Some of these had already been spotted and discussed, but Google is now making them official via a blog post, revealing seven new ways in which Android can be even more helpful in our everyday lives.1. You can now edit sent Google MessagesAmong the most notable changes is the ability to edit sent messages within 15 minutes in Google Messages. This feature, long awaited by users, allows for correcting typos or clarifying meaning after hitting send.2. Instant hotspot between Android devicesThe company is also…
If you think you can live without a single functioning kidney or you’ve recently won the lottery, Apple’s maxed-out new 13-inch iPad Pro is probably the best tablet for you. And if you hurry, Amazon will let you save a massive 365 bucks without any strings attached whatsoever, which might in turn allow you to retain one of your kidneys after all.Of course, $365 represents a relatively modest 14 percent of an absolutely staggering $2,599 list price for the top-of-the-line seventh-gen iPad Pro 13 with a whopping two terabytes of internal storage space, built-in 5G connectivity, and nano-texture display glass.But…
With iOS 18 around the corner, plenty of hot software features making the potential list. Mixed on-device and cloud-based AI is reportedly coming to iOS 18, as well as big updates to most core iOS apps, but there’s possibly one upcoming minor feature that has been a long time coming.Customizable lock screen shortcuts!Now, we don’t know that it’s coming for certain, nor have we heard anything specific about such a minor feature coming to iOS, but hey, there are some reasons to think that Apple could employ such a feature in iOS 18.See, it all boils down to the upcoming…
In virtual testing, Ewers’ algorithm beat both of those approaches in two key measures; the distance a drone would have to fly to locate the missing person, and the percentage of time the person was found. While the lawnmower and existing algorithmic approach found the person 8% of the time and 12% of the time, respectively, Ewers’ approach found them 19% of the time. If it proves successful in real rescue situations, the new system could speed up response times, and save more lives, in scenarios where every minute counts. “The search and rescue domain in Scotland is extremely varied,…
Netflix has long been committed to offering viewers the best possible experience on their respective devices, which includes embracing High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology. This feature promises richer colors, deeper blacks, and a more immersive feel for movies and TV shows that support it. However, HDR isn’t always the perfect fit for every situation.Some viewers might find that HDR is too harsh on their eyes, especially in low-light conditions. Others might be concerned about the increased battery drain that comes with HDR playback, particularly when watching on mobile devices. And let’s not forget those who simply prefer the look of…