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Back in 2019, TCL displayed a non-working prototype of a tri-foldable smartphone. When the device was fully open, it formed a tablet-sized 10-inch screen. Now, five years later, TCL CSOT (TCL China Star Optoelectronics Technology) introduced the first tri-foldable phone that delivers a 7.85-inch screen when fully open. The device was on display today at the SID (Society for Information Display) 2024 exhibition held in San Jose, California. The phone uses the tri-fold display, which TCL has named “Free-type,” to fold into “G” and “Z” shaped configurations. When fully flattened, the 7.85-inch display features an aspect ratio in line with…
Back in October, none other than TF International’s Ming-Chi Kuo said that the second-generation AirTag item tracker would start mass production during the fourth quarter of this year. The highly accurate Apple analyst was telling us that the next version of the AirTag will hit the marketplace in 2025. Additionally, Kuo said at the time that Apple was planning on building an ecosystem around the spatial computing capabilities of the Vision Pro and AirTag 2 would be integrated into this new platform.Today, another Apple insider threw his 2 cents into the AirTag 2 ring. That would be Bloomberg’s chief Apple…
Google appears to be taking a vibrant new direction with the wallpapers for its upcoming Pixel 9 series. Leaks have revealed a fresh “Swirling Petals” theme, hinting at color variants and confirming a bold four-device lineup for the flagship series.As reported by Android Authority, the “Swirling Petals” theme for the Pixel 9 series is a significant departure from the mineral-inspired designs of last year’s Pixel 8 series. The new wallpapers are characterized by a floral and translucent aesthetic. While the colors are not overly saturated, they offer plenty of contrast, adhering to Google’s tradition of providing both light and dark…
TF International Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has made via a Tweet what he calls a “prediction” about the colors that the upcoming iPhone 16 series will be available in. Considering Kuo’s track record, you might give his forecast a lot more weight than the speculation spouted by the typical Wall Street analyst. These are the phones that Apple will introduce to the public early in September and it typically releases them later the same month.Kuo’s tweet says that the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be available in “Black, White (or Silver), Grey (or natural titanium), and…
Once upon a time, there was a brave manufacturer named OnePlus. And we can say that this company was different. Instead of selling its powerful phones at high prices like the other rulers of the smartphone space, the company undercut its rivals by offering its super-duper handsets at a lower cost. Thus delivering flagship performance at reasonable prices. In time, these devices became popular under the fearsome moniker: ‘flagship killers.’We all thought that OnePlus’ flagship killer days were over, but the company’s latest affordable phone, the OnePlus 12R, delivers high-end performance at a lower cost, reminiscent of those times. And right…
Behind the wheel of a $3 million car – CBS News Watch CBS News The Hennessey Venom F5 is not just a sports car; its twin turbo V8 engine can muster more than 1,800 horsepower, almost twice that of a Formula 1 racing car. And yes, you can drive it on the street, for the cool price of $3 million. Correspondent Lee Cowan goes inside the design of a machine that shuns the mundane. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On #wheel #million #car
Bang & Olufsen! This is a name that holds quite a lot of weight among music lovers. The company is famous for its premium headphones and speakers, which have a stylish design, awesome sound, and really hefty price tags.But don’t fret, fellow deal hunter, as you can currently treat yourself to a brand-new Bang & Olufsen Bluetooth speaker without putting a lot of strain on your bank account.Amazon is offering the capable Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore at a lovely $89 markdown, slashing 36% off the speaker’s usual price. This way, it allows you to get a unit for under…
After bringing One UI 6.1 to its top-tier phones, Samsung continues to expand the availability of the update to more budget-friendly and mid-range smartphones. Samsung has already kicked off the One UI 6.1 rollout to both Galaxy A34 and A54, but word is that two other mid-range phones are getting the update as we speak: Galaxy A33 and Galaxy A73 (via SamMobile).Just like the previous updates, the One UI 6.1 for Galaxy A33 and A73 doesn’t include any of the Galaxy AI features that Samsung is adding to its high-end phones.This means that the improvements will be limited to new…
An AT&T customer who happens to be a Reddit subscriber claims that his identity was stolen by an associate who worked at the Watertown, MA store where the victim shopped. According to his post on Reddit, the associate added two new lines to the customer’s account without his consent and also financed over $2,000 in equipment in the name of the customer. When the customer disputed the charges, AT&T did not believe his story because the victim’s ID was scanned and the carrier had the image in its files and said that it proved that the account owner had agreed to…
The Chinese company Oppo is gearing up to unveil its next smartphones, the Reno 12 and Reno 12 Pro, on May 23. Ahead of the launch, there have been multiple leaks, and now new images show all the colors both phones will be available in.Well-known and trusted leaker Evan Blass shared images of the Reno 12 and Reno 12 Pro on X. Both phones will come in three color options. While they look almost identical, there are subtle differences in their color shades and finishes.The Reno 12 and Reno 12 Pro both come in a sleek Black option. But the…
Samsung’s Camera Assistant app gives Galaxy handset users the ability to customize the camera by adding several features including a dedicated 2x zoom shortcut button. The app will also the user to customize how much a photo will be “softened” after being shot. The Camera Assistant will correct distortion such as bowing and bending lines seen on some images that are taken using the ultra-wide camera. And with the app, users will be able to snap a photo as soon as the shutter is touched. Swiping or holding down the shutter will result in the camera taking an additional photo.These…
If you followed the rumblings of the US wireless industry at any point between the years 2018 and 2020, you probably remember how much legal scrutiny the mega-combination of T-Mobile and Sprint faced. Ultimately, all seemed to end well for the nation’s third and fourth-largest mobile network operators, which were allowed to become one despite the strong opposition of market rivals, analysts, and even many lawmakers across the country.Although a lot of time has passed since the $26 billion merger closed, the vast majority of the deal’s critics appear to maintain their position that the creation of a new and…
Google touched on almost every aspect of its mobile business. The search giant announced a bucketload of new features and improvements for its Android ecosystem, many of which are already available.During the Google I/O 2024 event, the Mountain View company revealed new capabilities coming soon to Health Connect. With the addition of background reads and history reads support, Google hopes to make it possible for developers to read data from Health Connect while their app is in the background without having to rely on the user to open the app.On top of that, history read will provide users with the…
TikTok influencers file lawsuit against U.S. government – CBS News Watch CBS News Eight TikTok influencers have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government in an effort to block enactment of a law passed and signed last month that requires TikTok be sold by China-based owner Byte Dance by January, or face a possible nationwide ban. Scott MacFarlane has more. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On #TikTok #influencers #file #lawsuit #U.S #government
Meta is once again facing scrutiny in the European Union, this time for its approaches to safeguarding children. The European Commission (EC) has launched formal proceedings to determine if the parent company of Facebook and Instagram violated the Digital Services Act (DSA). The concern is that Meta may have fueled social media addiction among children and neglected to ensure robust safety and privacy measures.The Commission is concerned that the systems of both Facebook and Instagram, including their algorithms, may stimulate behavioral addictions in children, as well as create so-called ‘rabbit-hole effects’. In addition, the Commission is also concerned about age-assurance…
We love earbuds like the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, which are $110 off at Woot at the moment, but sometimes you just need a powerful Bluetooth speaker. While those usually pack a hefty price tag, Amazon is currently selling the fan-favorite JBL Flip 5, allowing you to score a capable speaker on the cheap.The discount this bad boy is enjoying is $40, which may not seem significant, but it slashes a whole 31% off the device’s usual cost. In other words, it lets you snag a brand-new JBL Flip 5 for less than $90 if you take advantage of this deal.…