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iQOO 13 Goes Official With Snapdragon 8 Elite
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The iQOO 13 is the second phone in the world to feature the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite. It comes with a 2K OLED display, triple 50 MP rear cameras, 6,150 mAh battery with 120W charging, and OriginOS 5 based on Android 15. Besides, it boasts UFS 4.0 storage and LPDDR5X RAM. The phone comes in four colors and the base 12GB RAM and 256 GB storage variant starts at RMB 3,999 which is around $560 or Rs 47,000.
Pixel 9a Will Have a Bigger Battery That Will Take Even More Time to Charge
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The latest Pixel 9a leak reveals the battery capacity of the device which is expected to be 5,000 mAh, an 11% increase from last year. The phone's larger footprint of 154.7 x 73.3 x 7.9 mm and the display size has also been increased from 6.1 inches to 6.3 inches, which is bad news for small phone enthusiasts.
I Tried Out Focus Mode on Chromebook, and It Rescued Me From All the Worldly Distractions
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Google rolled out Focus Mode to Chromebooks with ChromeOS 129 update. It immensely helped me get more productive. Focus Mode comes with Google Tasks integration and auto-activates DND which makes it a great tool if you get distracted easily.
Why Is My Chromebook So Slow? 9 Fixes You Should Try
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A Chromebook might slow down due to a variety of reasons but some of the most common reasons could be due to lots of applications running in the background, Chromebook's storage filling up, or Linux taking up more storage, slowing your Chromebook down. Some of the less common reasons could be a battery that's about to die, clogged fan vents, or ChromeOS files getting corrupt.
Google Pixel Watch 5 Could Get the Tensor Upgrade
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A major leak from Google's gChips division has revealed that the Pixel Watch 5 may feature Google's custom Tensor chip for wearables. The chip will feature 1 x Cortex-A78 and 2 x Cortex-A55 cores and could be based on TSMC's 3nm process, offering better performance and battery life.
10 Best File Manager Apps for Android
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There are plenty of third-party file managers on Android but not all of them are great. The built-in file managers are great but if you want a more feature-rich app, Files by Google, Astro File Manager, and Total Commander are some of the best file managers you can download on Android.
8 Best Chromebooks You Can Buy in 2024
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Chromebooks have evolved into powerful devices that can do pretty much everything from running Linux apps to Android and Chrome apps, alongside web browsing. There are a ton of Chromebook options in the market and buying the right one for your needs could be tough. Hence, some of the best Chromebooks you can buy are the Acer Chromebook Spin 714, ASUS ExpertBook CX54, Acer Chromebook 516GE, Lenovo IdeaPad Duet 3, 5, and more.
8 Podcast Apps on Android That I’ve Tried in 2024
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Podcasts can be heard without much effort and require significantly less data and if you're on Android, you'll be spoiled by the choice of podcast apps because there are plenty of them. Some of the best podcast apps you can use on Androiid are Spotify, YouTube Music, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, and CastBox.
Instagram Confirms Bias, Popular Creators Get the Best Video Quality
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Instagram's Head Adam Mosseri revealed in an Instagram AMA that the platform lowers the quality of the video after a long time if it isn't being watched. He also mentioned that the platform restores the quality if the content gains popularity. This is the reason why you sometimes feel like the quality has gone down perhaps due to your internet, but the actual reason behind the same is the platform itself.
OxygenOS 15: Confirmed Features, Release Timeframe, and Supported Devices
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OxygenOS 15 is now official, and it brings changes to the UI, new AI features, and customizations. Some of the highlights of the release are smoother animations, new quick settings layout, new widgets, and AI features for photos and productivity. The OxygenOS 15 closed beta is now out for OnePlus 12, and the open beta for select handsets starts seeding from October 30.
One UI 7 Hands-on Video Gives Us a Closer Look at All-New Features
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A YouTube channel has uploaded a hands-on video of what seems like a demo S24 Ultra made to showcase a One UI 7 build. It gives us a brief look at some of the features and UI elements; some already known and some new. Here's One UI 7 in action.
How to Install Firefox on Chromebook (3 Ways)
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Installing Firefox on a Chromebook is quite easy and can be done in three ways — using the Google Play Store, Linux environment, and Flatpak on Linux. We'd suggest sticking to the Android app as it has everything you could ask for, including Extensions support. However, if you're feeling adventurous, try installing Firefox via Linux which offers the desktop version.
Wear OS 5 Rolling out to Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic
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Samsung is rolling out the last update to One UI 6 Watch Beta to Watch 6 series. It's the stable update which will soon be rolled out globally. The update brings notable features like universal gestures, workout routines, personalized cards and sleep insights, new notification cards, and a few new AI features in Samsung Health.
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: Potential Release Date, Specs, Leaks & More
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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, a large 5000 mAh battery, and a different primary camera.
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.
Wear OS Watches Could Soon Get RCS Messaging
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After years of pushing from Google and the EU, Apple finally added RCS to iPhones. Now, recent findings have revealed a few strings that suggest Google may soon add RCS support for Google Messages on Wear OS, making texting in the Android ecosystem a bit seamless.
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.