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Google’s new Android 11 Developer Preview has uncovered some new features on the Pixel 4, prominent among these being the new Motion Sense Gesture. Android 11 on the Pixel 4 also comes with a toggle in the Settings to improve touch sensitivity while using screen protectors. Android 11 is expected to be detailed further during
Taking everybody by surprise, Google has just launched the Android 11 Developer Preview. This preview is not meant for consumers, but for developers who will test Android 11’s new features while also making sure their apps are compatible with this Android version. This Developer Preview is currently compatible with the Pixel 2 and 2 XL,
Retailer B&H Photo has put up the Google Pixel Buds up for pre-order on its site with no mention of when it will ship to the customers. The Pixel Buds is Google’s latest true wireless earbuds that will compete with the likes of the Apple AirPods Pro in the segment. Earlier, Google had talked about
Google Stadia will be accessible by a wide range of smartphones starting February 20, including the Galaxy S20, as well as the ASUS ROG Phone II. Stadia is Google’s subscription-based streaming service that offers cloud-based gaming to the Android population. Currently, Stadia is only compatible with a handful of Google Pixel phones as well as
The code comments section on AOSP has for the first time revealed the existence of Google Pixel 5, the company’s flagship phone which will break cover only by fall 2020. Rumors have previously talked about Google unveiling a 5G toting Pixel mid-ranger, known as the Pixel 4a, by the end of Spring. Google is scheduled
A news report by WSJ claims that Google is currently considering paying news publishers a fee for using their content. The motive is not known, but it’s likely that Google is planning to launch its own subscription-based news service like Apple News+. It is said that Google is in talks with publishers in Europe, particularly
The Google Fi SIM card is now available for purchase via Amazon for $9.99. A Fi SIM card was previously available only through Target, Best Buy or the Google Fi website. The SIM card also comes included with a $10 credit which effectively reimburses the customers for purchase. Google Fi which runs on a combination
A new video from Microsoft’s developer event reveals how the Surface Duo can run apps like Google Maps on both screens. It is said that initial demonstrations of Google Maps on the device failed, but the company quickly rectified its mistakes. The Surface Duo was previously spotted on a Canadian train, suggesting that the development
Huawei will reportedly join forces with fellow Chinese manufacturers Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi to come up with an alternative for the Play Store. This platform will apparently allow developers to write apps and upload them, which will then automatically make its way to all four app hubs of the respective manufacturer. Known as the Global
Samsung’s experience with smart home speakers has been less than fruitful. The company originally announced its first smart speaker, known as the Galaxy Home in 2018. In 2019, the company announced the Galaxy Home Mini. Surprisingly, both smart speakers are yet to hit the markets, though a report suggests that the latter might be launching
Google Earth is one of the best-known sources to have a closer or farther glimpse of our earth without needing an internet connection. Well, the app for Android has just gotten a lot better thanks to a new update. Starting today, Google Earth users will see millions of stars surrounding the earth while zooming out
A couple of weeks ago, we talked about Google bringing call recording to its stock Phone app. Well, it seems like the feature is almost ready to roll out, and thanks to the folks at XDA Developers, we now get a glimpse at how this feature will work. The screenshots reveal that there will be
Samsung has officially started the Android 10 rollout for the Galaxy S9 and the Galaxy S9+ in parts of the U.S. as well as Germany. More regions are expected to get the update over the coming weeks, while the wait may even be months depending on the carrier you’re using it on. What’s surprising is
Only yesterday we came across a report that talked about Samsung’s iteration of Apple’s popular AirDrop functionality, reportedly known as “Quick Share”. Today a video posted by XDA shows what appears to be Google’s own version of AirDrop, simply named “Nearby Sharing”. The video shows how this feature works between two compatible phones. It’s clear
An app teardown by the folks at XDA has revealed some interesting details about an upcoming update to the stock Phone app on Android. It is said that Google is looking to include a call recording feature within the app, thus making third-party call recording apps obsolete on the Android platform. This feature was reportedly
When getting a new Android phone the first thing you will want to do is to add your Google account information to the device. This will allow you to seamlessly access your personal information such as contacts ,emails, photos, and calendar just to name a few on your phone. There are however instances when certain
With Google Assistant touching 500 million active users per month, American Airlines has announced that it will start using Google Nest smart displays with Assistant and Interpreter Mode to assist non-English speaking travelers in its lounges. American Airlines’ Chief Information Officer, Maya Leibman said, “The science-fiction universal translator is now science fact. Incorporating technology like
Google Assistant is undoubtedly one of the most popular voice assistants out there. Well, Google has just announced that Assistant now has 500 million active monthly users. It’s worth pointing out that Google Assistant was said to be available on 500 million devices in May 2018, so it’s clear that the voice assistant has made
Samsung has just announced the Galaxy Chromebook ahead of the CES 2020 event, and it’s simply stunning. The first Chromebook to feature an AMOLED display, this Chrome OS notebook is packing a 13.4-inch 4K resolution touchscreen AMOLED display and a beautiful exterior design thanks to the aluminum construction. This allows the display to rotate 360
The Pixel is one of the few phones in the market that offers a pure Google experience with a wide range of features and apps specific to the device. With Google recently announcing a “feature drop” that brought new features to Pixel phones, it seems like it has some issues as well. Some users are