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Lossless Dreams: Will Spotify’s HiFi Tier Ever Arrive?
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It's been three years since Spotify announced its HiFi tier for lossless music, and we still don't have confirmation on when the tier will launch. Recent leaks point toward the quality being a notch below what Tidal has on offer for a decent price.
How to Install Android 15 Beta Right Now
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Android 15 Beta 2 has just released a month after the Beta 1 rolled out, and there are two more updates to come before Platform Stability. Android Beta updates bring a slew of improvements and major features that you can try out, and if you have a Pixel device, here's how to install Android 15 Beta on it.
Here are All Confirmed Snapdragon 8 Elite Phones (So Far)
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Many smartphone manufacturers have already announced their upcoming devices with the 8 Elite platform. OnePlus, Samsung, iQOO, Realme, Xiaomi, HONOR, ASUS, and REDMAGIC are all launching a device with 8 Elite SoC in a few months. Some of the popular phones include the OnePlus 13, Galaxy S25 series, iQOO 13, and Realme GT 7 Pro.
Hulu and Disney Plus Set to Bypass Apple App Store Payments, Here’s Why
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Disney Plus and Hulu are blocking sign-ups via the App Store to prevent Apple from taking the 15% or 30% that it takes for in-app purchases. New and returning customers are unable to sign up and pay through Apple while the existing customers don't seem to be affected. The Disney Plus and Hulu apps now direct users to their websites to purchase a subscription.
OnePlus 13 Launch Teaser Gives Us a Closer Look at the Upcoming Flagship
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OnePlus 13's China launch teaser revealed the phone in all its glory and its release date which is October 31. The teaser and images reveal a slightly different back camera design compared to the OnePlus 12. Finally, there are three colors to choose from - Blue, White, and Wood.
Google Chrome for Android Just Stole a Cool Feature from Safari
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Google is rolling out a server-side update to Chrome 130 users that now enables the Listen to this page feature to work even if you switch to other apps or turn your phone's screen off. It's similar to Safari's Listen to Page feature, which has had background playback capabilities since its inception.
OnePlus Will Officially Unveil OxygenOS 15 on This Date
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OnePlus has revealed OxygenOS 15's announcement date and it will be held next week, on October 24 at 3:30 PM IST. The tagline of OxygenOS 15 is "Speed meets AI" indicating the update will focus more on AI features. Some of the key features the update might bring are more lock screen customizations and more iOS-esque design elements.
What Is Private Space on Android 15 and How to Use It
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Google has rolled out Android 15 and one of the most anticipated features called Private Space. Private Space allows you to lock sensitive apps to protect them and their contents from others, and it does it by creating a different user profile and storing your apps on that instead, behind a lock albeit.
Here Are All the New Features in Android 15
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This article contains all the new features, improvements and other changes that Android 15 has brought to the table . Some of the key features that are new to Android include Private Space, App Pairs, Audio Sharing, and more.
Android 15 Review: A Solid Upgrade with Room to Grow
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Android 15 is finally out and it brings many small improvements and features that make it a pretty significant release. Some of the new features include App Pairs, Private Space, Notification Cooldown, Partial Screen Recording, and lots of security and UI enhancements and features.
List of Android 15 Compatible Devices
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Android 15 stable is released and Pixel devices have already received it along with some Vivo and iQOO devices as well. Other companies are also hot on their heels to push out the latest update for their devices like OnePlus, Nothing, OPPO, and Xiaomi. We have mentioned all the devices that are eligible to get the latest flavor of Android.
Nothing Phone (2a) Community Edition Gets an Official Release Date
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Nothing posted on X the release date of its co-creation project, the Nothing Phone (2a) Community Edition. The phone will be released on October 30 at 11:00 GMT. For those unaware, the Phone (2a) CE will feature a unique design, packaging, and new exclusive wallpapers.
Google Pixel 9a: Everything We Know So Far
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The early arrival of the next Pixel phone leaks was almost given, but according to sources, the Pixel 9a might launch sooner in March 2025. The design of the phone has already leaked, and the overall design language looks similar to Pixel 9 series, minus the camera island. The Pixel 9a will instead have a back with flush dual-rear cameras.
How to Download Epic Games on a Chromebook
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Chromebooks come with Steam preinstalled but if your game library is on Epic Games, there is an easy way to access and play Epic Games on your Chromebook. All you need to do is install the Heroic Games Launcher, log in to Epic Games account, install games, and start playing. It's that simple.
How to Reverse Image Search on Android, iPhone, and PC
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Reverse image search can help in finding a product on e-commerce websites, searching for text in the images, finding similar products or images, confirming authenticity, and much more. Thanks to the recent developments in the AI space and search features, you can effortlessly reverse image search using Google Lens and Circle to Search on Android, using the Google and Photos apps on iPhone, and using Chrome or google.com on a PC.
Samsung One UI 7: Release Date, Leaked Features & More
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Samsung's One UI 7.0 update is expected to bring significant changes, including redesigned stock icons, dark theme for app icons, bold view for apps, a new quick settings panel, split notifications tray, pill-shaped battery icon, smoother UI animations, vertical app drawer, app lock feature, live activities on the lock screen, and more. The release date is set for January 2025 with the upcoming Galaxy S25 series.
How to Factory Reset Chromebook
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There are many ways to factory reset a Chromebook starting from the most straightforward Powerwash option to more complex ChromeOS recovery via Chromebook utility. There are a total of five ways to factory reset a Chromebook, including if you have a school Chromebook.
How to Reinstall ChromeOS on a Chromebook
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If you're facing issues with your Chromebook and have tried every solution out there but to no avail, reinstalling ChromeOS could be your last resort. All you need to do is flash ChromeOS image using the Chromebook Recovery Utility, boot your Chromebook into recovery, and reinstall ChromeOS. You can also use the internet to perform network-based recovery.
Nothing OS 3.0: Confirmed Features and Release Date
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Nothing has revealed almost all features and information about its upcoming Nothing OS 3.0 in the recent Ear (Open) event. The firm, as promised, is rolling out its first Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta with new features such as new clock styles, customizations, new quick settings panel, and more. Although, some of the features are still not available. Expect them to be available in future beta versions.
How to Copy and Paste on Chromebook
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Copying and pasting on a Chromebook is similar to Windows. All you need to do is use the Ctrl + C and Ctrl + V keyboard shortcuts after selecting the item on the keyboard and the item will be copied or pasted. ChromeOS also has a clipboard manager that can store at most five previously copied items.
How to Enable Caps Lock Key on a Chromebook
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Chromebooks lack dedicated Caps Lock key and you need to press Alt + Launcher to activate and deactivate Caps Lock. If you find that method too bothersome, you could remap the existing keys to directly activate Caps Lock. This can be done from Chromebook's settings.
Samsung One UI 7 Set to Release Next Year, Alongside Galaxy S25 Series
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Samsung announced at the Developers Conference 2024 that One UI 7 will officially launch in 2025, following a Beta release this year. The first device to get the One UI 7 treatment would be none other than the upcoming S25 series, and other Samsung phones will soon follow.
Google Pay Introduces UPI Circle & More Features to Users in India
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Google has announced new features in the Google Pay app, including UPI circle, an AI-powered support guide for answering any questions users may have before taking a loan, and support for Gold Loans in partnership with Muthoot Finance. The firm hasn't provided a timelines for the release of these features, though.
Gemini Live Now Available in Hindi and 8 More Indian Languages
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Google has announced in the Google For India event that the Gemini app and Gemini Live will be available in nine languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, and more. The giant also announced AI Overviews in four more languages.
Leaked Pixel 9a Renders Reveal It’s Ready to Ditch the Camera Bar
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The latest high-quality renders of the Pixel 9a reveal and confirm many details about the upcoming budget Pixel device. The biggest difference is in the design, as the phone's cameras will sit flush with the back panel, unlike the Pixel 9's protruding camera island. The design on the front looks pretty close to Pixel 9 series, with the bezels being a tad thicker.
Chromebook Not Turning On? Here’s How You Can Fix It
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The solutions to bring a dead Chromebook back to life range from ensuring the basics are right to reinstalling the operation system. Some of the best ways to bring your Chromebook back to life is by checking its charger, charging port, hard restarting, and performing a fresh ChromeOS install.
How to Turn Off Touch Screen on Chromebook
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2-in-1 Chromebooks come with touch screen, and while the functionality is great to have, some users may not end up using them much or might want to disable if they're facing ghost touch issues. Chromebook's touch screen can be disabled from Chrome flags and using a keyboard shortcut.
Xiaomi 14T and 14T Pro Launched Globally With Leica Camera System
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Xiaomi has launched the 14T series and it aims to continue the legacy set forth by the Xiaomi 14 series by offering Leica cameras and good specifications, but at a much affordable price. The 14T features Dimensity 8300-Ultra whereas the 14T Pro features Dimensity 9300+. More about their specifications in the article.
Wear OS 5: Features, Supported Devices & More
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Google has released Wear OS 5 for the remainder of Pixel Watches, marking Wear OS 5's official release. The update brings new Watch Face format that increases battery life. Besides, it brings a new grid layout in the launcher, new Pixel Camera controls, and a Recorder app from Pixel Watch 3.
Pixel Watch 1 and Watch 2 Get Wear OS 5; Here’s What’s New
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Wear OS 5 is now rolling out to older Pixel Watches - Watch 2 and the original Watch. It comes with features such as App Grid in launcher, new Recorder app, improved Pixel Camera app, improvements to watch faces and battery optimizations, and more.
How to Split Screen on Windows 11
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Split screen on Windows using the Snap windows feature could be incredibly useful for multitasking and enhancing your productivity. There are four ways to split screen on Windows — using snap layout, drag and drop, keyboard shortcuts, and using snap bar.
How to Free Up Storage in Chromebook
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Chromebooks usually come with lesser storage compared to other laptops which makes managing apps and Linux difficult. Some of the best ways to make space for other apps is by repartitioning the Linux partition, deleting apps and files, and deleting the browser cache, among other thing.
How to Enable Two-Step Verification on WhatsApp
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When you set up Two-step verification, WhatsApp will ask you for a code when you try to log in to their account. If you forget the PIN, you can recover the account using the email you used when setting up the feature.
Galaxy Watch 7 vs Pixel Watch 2: There’s a Clear Winner
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Both Pixel Watch 2 and Galaxy Watch 7 are great devices but the latter is a tad bit better at everything. Samsung Health is more comprehensive and completely free whereas Fitbit has fewer features, some of which are locked behind subscriptions. The Pixel Watch 2 is slightly more accurate in terms of tracking, but Galaxy Watches are not far off and more than makes up with Samsung Health's features. Overall, the Galaxy Watch 7 is a better pick.
OPPO ColorOS 15 to be Officially Announced on October 17
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OPPO and ColorOS Weibo accounts have confirmed that ColorOS 15 based on Android 15 will be announced on October 17. This only applies to the China ColorOS ROM, mind you, as the firm usually takes a few more months to release new versions Globally. ColorOS 15 is expected to bring a few UI changes alongside new features.
How to Check If Someone Is Using Your WhatsApp Account
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Checking if someone's using your WhatsApp on another device is quite easy. You can do it using the primary device you used to link the other devices, and then checking the active sessions inside the Linked devices section. If you notice a suspicious device or activity, you can tap on it and select Log out to remove the device from your account. You can also set up Two-step verification and App lock, so this never happens again.
Android 15 Will Potentially Release on This Date!
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According to a report, Google could release the stable version of Android 15 next month, on October 15. Compared to previous release, this is a bit late, but because Google reportedly wants to ensure there are few to no bugs on day one. The update should hit Pixel 6 and newer models followed by devices from other manufacturers.
How to Create Rules in Gmail
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Rules can only be created using Gmail web and they're pretty easy to create. There are plenty of rules like Applying a label, deleting, Forwarding, Starring, and many more when you receive an email. You can create a Rule by going to Search Settings > Create filter.
7 Canva Alternatives I’ve Tried in 2024
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If you've recently started using Canva and haven't been enjoying it as much, there are many alternatives you can use. While most of them are partly free, some require premium subscription. The tools in question are Fotor, Microsoft Designer, Adobe Express, and more.
After Forcing Apple Watch Ban, Masimo Now Partners with Google for Health Features
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Modern Wear OS smartwatches excel in health tracking and they might get even better thanks to Google partnering with Masimo, the same company that forced Apple to ban Blood Oxygen monitoring feature in Apple Watches.