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MWC 2024: Samsung Teases Galaxy Ring Launch for ‘Later this Year’
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In an official blog post, Samsung has yet again teased the launch date for Galaxy Ring. Furthermore, it mentioned a few upcoming features, including My Vitality Score, Booster Card, and Sleep Apnea, that could enable more insights in health tracking using its wearables.
All Motorola Phones Launching This Year Will Feature Corning Gorilla Glass
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Motorola has struck a deal with Corning to use Gorilla Glass in all Motorola devices launching in the second half of this year. While most Motorola flagships already come with Gorilla Glass, this deal is probably to bring Gorilla Glass to Motorola's mid-range devices.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra Launched Globally with Mighty Powerful Cameras
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Xiaomi has finally launched its flagship of the year, the Xiaomi 14 Ultra globally at MWC 2024. The smartphone comes with quad-camera setup with the primary being a Sony LYT-900 1-inch sensor, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a large 5,300mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging.
Another One Bites the Dust: Google is Killing Google Pay in the US
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Google posted on its blog that Google Wallet will be replacing Google Pay, and the latter will no longer work starting June 4, 2024, in the US. Folks outside of the US where Google Pay is prominently used needn't worry.
iQOO Neo9 Pro Launched in India: Price and Specifications
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The iQOO Neo9 Pro has been launched as a flagship killer with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 50MP Sony IMX920 main camera with OIS, and a FHD+ 144Hz display with 3000 nits peak brightness, all at an asking price of Rs 35,999 for the base 8/128GB variant. The higher storage variants feature UFS 4.0 storage.
Genshin Impact Daily Check-in Reward Guide (Free Primogems)
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Primogems are obtained mainly from in-game events and mail while some of them can be obtained by participating in web events and checking into Hoyoverse's daily check-in system in HoYoLab. A total of 60 Primogems can be obtained in 18 days if you check-in daily.
OnePlus Watch 2 Confirmed with 100-Hour Battery Life & New Design
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OnePlus will launch the OnePlus Watch 2 on February 26 at 8:30 PM IST at Mobile World Congress in Spain. The watch is expected to boast a stainless steel body, Snapdragon W5 Gen 1, and WearOS 4.0 operating system.
First OnePlus 12 Green Line Issue Pops Up: Should You Be Worried?
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A OnePlus 12 user posted in the OnePlus Community that they see a green line on their 15-day-old OnePlus 12. The user also said the phone has never been dropped or used harshly. OnePlus is yet to respond to the incident.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra Camera Specs Out: Best Camera on Android Yet?
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Xiaomi 14 Ultra launches on February 22 in China and Globally on the 25th. The company's founder and CEO, Lei Jun, posted official renders of the back of the device giving us our first look at the camera sensors and their specifications. The primary sensor on the Xiaomi 14 Ultra will be a 1-inch Sony LYT-900 sensor.
How to Install Android 15 Developer Preview Right Now
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Google has released the first Developer Preview of Android 15. You can install the same using Android Flash Tool and enabling USB Debugging on their Android device. You will also need a PC with Chromium-based browser with a USB-C cable.
The First Android 15 Developer Preview is Here
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Android 15 DP1 has landed and while the update doesn't bring significant changes, it should pave the way for future Developer Preview releases and Betas. Most of the changes in the build are related to privacy and security, and quality of life feature improvements.
Nothing Phone (2a) Early Price Leak Packs a Surprise
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With less than a month left for the Nothing Phone (2a) launch, we have a shot at the potential Europe pricing. Dealabs, a France-based deals website, suggests the base variant of Phone (2a) could retail for €349 or $375.
Genshin Impact 4.5 Primogems Count (Estimated)
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Genshin Impact version 4.5 is expected to drop around 8,880 Primogems translating to 55 Intertwined Fates for free-to-play players. Welkin can get you to 13,080 Primogems or 81 Fates in total, while Welkin + Battle pass can get you 14,400 Primogems or 90 Intertwined Fates.
How to Recover Deleted Apps and Games on Android
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There are chances that you may have uninstalled applications on Android which you might want to install again later but don't remember their name. Luckily, Google Play Store remembers all your previously installed apps and games. All you need to do to recover them is go to Manage apps in the Google Play Store and reinstall them one by one or in batch.
What is Android Safe Browsing and How it Works
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The Android Safe Browsing feature will alert you of potentially harmful websites, redirect links, or phishing links in supported apps. Safe Browsing uses Google's SafetyNet Safe Browsing API from the Google Play Services to weed out harmful links. It can be enabled by going to Settings -> Security and Privacy -> More Security and Privacy -> Android Safe Browsing.
First Android 15 Developer Preview Could Land Tomorrow
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According to a developer on Google's Android Open Source Project, the first developer preview of Android 15 could land on Februrary 15, i.e., tomorrow. The developer revealed the same, while speaking in the context of a supposed "feature" that will be released when Android 15 stable is finally out.
Nothing Phone (2a) Launch Date Announced Officially
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Nothing has officially announced the launch date of it's upcoming mid-range device, the Nothing Phone (2a). The phone will be launching on March 5, unlike what the previous rumors suggested. The announcement is titled "Fresh Eyes," which could be referring to the phone's horizontal dual camera design.
Xiaomi 14 Ultra Specs Leaked; Quad 50MP Camera Setup Expected
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Leaker Yogesh Brar posted on X some of the key specifications of the upcoming Xiaomi 14 Ultra. He suggests the phone will feature a Quad camera setup with 50MP cameras on the rear, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, and a 5,300 mAh battery capable of charging at 90W.
Linux-Like Sudo Command is Here with Windows 11 Insider Build 26052
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Sudo is a tool used to run commands or apps with elevated permissions. As for what you can do with it, it's mostly used by developers and power users who want to run scripts or tools that need administrator access to do what they're made to do. Microsoft is bringing the same to Windows 11, and while you may confuse it as a Linux Sudo port, it's not but a Window's-exclusive Sudo.
Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 Has an Easter Egg for Android 15
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In the Android 14 QPR3 Beta 1 update that Google released to all Pixels above Pixel 6, the Android 14 easter egg has changed from a circle to what looks like an inverted triangle now, hinting toward Android 15's launch soon in the form of first developer preview. The inverted triangle shows a 'V,' which is an indicative to the internal codename of Android 15 - Vanilla Icecream.
5 Features We’d Like to See in Android 15
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Google has been steadily improving Android since the launch of Android 12 and is now heavily focusing on adding more ecosystem and AI features to its mobile OS. The five features we expect Google to add to Android 15 are Lock Screen Widgets, Cloned Apps, a desktop mode for Pixels, screen-off gestures, and an AI assistant in Gboard.
Xiaomi 14 Series Global Launch Set for February 25
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Xiaomi is not done with its barrage of launches and is gearing up to launch its next flagship smartphone series, the Xiaomi 14 series, globally at MWC 2024. The series will include three phones the Xiaomi 14, 14 Pro, and 14 Ultra, all powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and Leica Lenses.
ASUS Zenfone 11 Ultra Leak Gives Us a First Look at the Upcoming Flagship
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The Zenfone 11 Ultra will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, will boast up to 512GB UFS 4.0 storage with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM. The flagship will come with a 5,500 mAh battery capable of charging at 65W wired and 15W wirelessly. Besides, it will be offered in five colors.
Nothing Confirms Phone (2a) is Coming Soon
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In Nothing's latest community update, the company has finally confirmed they're bringing a new phone dubbed Phone (2a), codenamed Aerodactyl. Phone (2a)'s existence was first confirmed months ago by leakers on X (formerly Twitter). Additionally, Nothing's sub-brand CMF has also teased new Neckband Pro and Buds.
How to Adjust the Brightness on Windows 10
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Adjusting the brightness on your Windows 10 computer is an easy task. There are several way to go about the same and some of the most common ones include using the keyboard shortcuts, navigating the UI, and going to settings to adjust the brightness in Windows 10. Besides, if you use a PC, you can use your monitor buttons to increase or decrease the brightness on Windows 10.
Realme 12 Pro and 12 Pro+ Launched in India Starting at Rs 25,999
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Realme 12 Pro and 12 Pro+ are direct competitors to the recently launched Redmi Note 13 Pro and 13 Pro+. The Realme 12 Pro comes with a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, whereas the 12 Pro+ comes with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2. The former features a Sony IMX882 primary sensor whereas the latter features the IMX890 sensor. Also, the 12 Pro includes a 2x periscope lens, while the 12 Pro+ comes with a 3x periscope lens. The Realme 12 Pro series is priced starting at Rs 25,999 in India.
Leaked Pixel 9 Renders Suggest Triple Cameras and Smaller Display
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The Pixel 9 will have a 6.1-inch display, smaller than the Pixel 8's 6.2-inch screen. Despite the smaller screen, the phone has dimensions of 152.8 x 71.9 x 8.5 mm, which are larger than Pixel 8's dimensions. The renders also point toward the standard Pixel 9 getting a Telephoto lens in a triple camera setup.
The retail packaging of Pixel 8a was leaked in a Vietnam-based Pixel Facebook group today, and it suggests the A series will get a charging speed upgrade to 27W. The Google Pixel 8a may arrive in three colors -- Obsidian Black, Porcelain, and Bay. The phone will be a mid-range device with a 90Hz panel, Tensor G3, and may cost the same as the Pixel 7a, i.e. $500 or Rs 42,999.
Early Google Pixel 9 Pro Render Leak Reveals Redesigned Camera Bar
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Google Pixel 9 Pro renders have been leaked and they suggest sharper desgn, a revamped camera bump, and a flat display. The phone has the same dimensions as the Pixel 8 Pro with the only difference being it thinner by 0.3mm. The overall aesthetics are reminiscent of the latest iPhone and the Nothing Phone (2).
OnePlus 12 Launched: Here’s Everything You Should Know
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OnePlus has finally launched the much-awaited OnePlus 12, and it comes with a host of improvements over previous year such as a USB 3.2 port, improved performance with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a larger 5,400mAh battery, a brighter display that goes up to 4,500 nits of peak brightness, wireless charging, and more. Priced starting at Rs 64,999, the phone will be available on Amazon India in two colors and storage variants — Flowy Emerald, Silky Black and 12/256, 16/512GB, respectively.
List of Motorola Devices That Will Get Android 14 Update Revealed
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Moto has released an official list of devices in its portfolio that will get the Android 14 update. It includes their most recent foldable phones, the Razr 40 and 40 Ultra, alongside a few mid-range and upper-mid-range devices like the Moto G84 and G54. The update should arrive in the next few months, but we can't be sure as Motorola hasn't shared an official timeline.
How to Disable Bluetooth Absolute Volume on Android
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Bluetooth Absolute Volume is a feature that acts as a middle-man between your Android's DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) and the audio that goes to your earphones. You can disable it by going to Settings -> Developer Options -> Toggle off "Disable Absolute Volume" option.
12 Best Custom ROMs for Android You Can Install
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A custom ROM is one of the ways by which you can revive your old Phone that's no longer supported by the manufacturer. For starters, Pixel Experience, Evolution X, Paranoid Android and Project Elixir are all great ROMs. However, if you want to avoid Google services and its data tracking, you could give CalyxOS and GrapheneOS a try.
Is Samsung Galaxy S24 Waterproof?
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The Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra are all rated IP68, meaning the devices can survive splashes of water and dust. The Galaxy S24 series is water-resistant and not waterproof. The IP68 rating means that the phones can survive being submerged in water up to 1.5 meters for up to 30 minutes.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Series Colors: Which Should You Pick?
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Samsung has announced the Galaxy S24 series and the phones come in a bunch of colors. The S24 and S24+ get four colors — Onyx Black, Cobalt Violet, Marble Grey, and Amber Yellow. The Galaxy S24 Ultra also gets four colors — Titanium Grey, Titanium Yellow, Titanium Violet, and Titanium Black. There are more color options in Galaxy S24 series but they can be availed only via Samsung.com.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 8 Pro: Which is Better?
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Both are the S24 Ultra and Pixel 8 Pro are great smartphones. If performance, better display, faster charging, 10x periscope, and better battery life are what you're looking for, the S24 Ultra is a better pick. However, if you can sacrifice performance, especially gaming, or if you like the photos that come out of Pixels and if comprehensive AI camera features and new feature drops excite you, Pixel 8 Pro is for you.
Nothing OS 2.5 Review: Stable, Actionable & Fun
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Nothing released Nothing OS 2.5 for Nothing Phone (2) and the update brings new customizations and improved user experience. We tested out all the new features, and here's are all the features that I liked in the Android 14-based OS and some features I disliked along with the feedback on the same.
After Phones, Now Samsung’s Upcoming AI Note-Taking Features Leaked
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A popular tech influencer has tweeted that the "Galaxy AI" will be added to Samsung Keyboard and Samsung Notes. This will facilitate the arrival of a few cool features such as Webpage Summarization, Tone Detection and Sentence Tone Conversion, and the ability to convert Samsung Note scribbles to text and use it directly in Email or any app.
Google Kills 17 Assistant Features Ahead of ‘Assistant with Bard’ Release
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The next victims of Google's slaughter and first entrants of Google Graveyard in 2024 are Google Assistant features, 17 of them. Most of the features are related to voice commands on smartphones and smart speakers. Google claims most of these features were "underutilized," and that the company would like to focus on "prioritizing the experiences."
POCO X6 and X6 Pro Launched in India; Here Are the Specs and Pricing!
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POCO has finally launched its much-awaited POCO X6 and POCO X6 Pro smartphones in India. The POCO X6 comes with a Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 whereas the X6 Pro comes with the Dimensity 8300 Ultra chipset. Both the smartphones come with a 64MP OIS-backed triple camera system and 1.5K 120Hz Full-HD+ AMOLED display. The POCO X6 is priced starting at Rs 21,999 whereas the X6 Pro starts at Rs 26,999 in India.
Google Partners With Samsung, Rebrands Nearby Share to Quick Share
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Google has partnered with Samsung and has rebranded Nearby Share to Quick Share for a more cohesive experience. The announcement came during the Consumer Electronics Show 2024, where Google annouced it with a bunch of other upcoming features. The rebrand will start rolling out in a few months.
ROG Phone 8 and 8 Pro Launched at CES 2024: Check out the Specs & Pricing
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ASUS ROG Phone 8 series has finally launched, and it boasts the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, up to 1TB of UFS 4.0 storage, and up to 24GB of LPDDR5X RAM. The phone also comes with a 6.78-inch 165Hz Samsung E6 AMOLED LTPO panel with FHD+ resolution, and 2500 nits of peak brightness. All powered by a 5,500 mAh battery capable of charging at 65W wired and 15W wirelessly. You also get a 50MP primary camera with gimbal stabilization tech, a 13MP ultra-wide lens, and a 32MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom.