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While you can find a detailed changelog for monthly security updates, there wasn’t a changelog or even a blog that would mention what is in the new Google Play System Updates. This makes the introduction of the changelog for Google Play System Updates a big deal. Because previously, users were unaware of all the new features or changes, the update added to their Android devices. Google Play System Updates are fully automated....

Using the multi-pinning feature, Google Meet users will be able to pin multiple video feeds on their Google Meet page. Moreover, the picture-in-picture mode allows you to open a miniature window of the ongoing call at the bottom of the screen. In order to use the picture-in-picture, or PiP, feature in Google Meet, all you need to do is tap on the three-dot icon next to the hang-up button. Here, you will see a new “Open picture-in-picture” option....

The first one is “restricted mode.” As the name implies, it prevents folks from accessing some forms of content. For example, parents can use this feature to restrict children’s access to specific channels and content. As 9to5google says, it blocks auto-play on any “mature” programs when it’s turned on. However, it would only apply to free content. Google calls them “free samples,” which could refer to trailers and ad-supported movies and shows....

You’ll soon be able to remove Google Discover feed from Chrome At the moment, when you open the New Tab Page in Chrome, you see a search bar, your frequently-visited websites, and two content feeds. One of those is the Google Discover feed, while the other is the latest posts from various outlets that you’re ‘Following’ in Chrome. We’re talking about the Android version of Chrome here, of course. The situation is different on the desktop, as it’s not as cluttered....

HBO Max is on +play, but what is it? This is an upcoming service from Verizon; it went into testing just at the end of March. Basically, it’s a central hub for different subscription services for you to access in one place. This includes services like Netflix, Disney+, AMC+, Discovery+, and a lot more. It’s a unified platform for you to see and manage these different services. +play doesn’t stop at video streaming platforms; it brings together services that offer music, gaming, fitness, and others also....

But here are some new features that are coming to Android, starting with Google TV. There’s a new Google TV remote that will be included with each Android smartphone. It’ll be part of the new Google TV app. Making it easier to navigate through your TV without having to find the remote. Google Assistant is getting a new reminders hub. It’ll be a place for you to manage all of your reminders....

The revelation comes courtesy of XR hardware analyst Brad Lynch (via XDA), who also shared a few renders based on first-hand experiences of unnamed sources. True to early reports, the VR headset in these renders looks premium and unlike anything we’ve seen from Meta or Oculus before. The term mixed-reality basically means the headset can perform actions of a VR and AR headset, offering the best of both worlds. In the midst of all the turmoil for Meta last year, the company also teased some new hardware....

Aside from the characters, version 2.2 of Genshin Impact will open up a new area in the game. As well as contain new bits of storyline quests and other content. This isn’t as big as patch 2.0. And at a glance seems just a bit smaller than patch 2.1. However, there’s likely to be more to do that isn’t part of the official announcement. With that, let’s dive into the guide....

Get your first look at the upcoming Motorola Edge 30 Lite handset You can check out that image below this paragraph. As you can see, it has an interesting pattern on the back. It seems as if there are holes on the back, but this is almost certainly just a pattern applied on top of plastic or glass. We’re still not sure what will Motorola use on the back. You’ll notice that two cameras are located on the back, in the top-left corner....

First look at the Motorola Moto G42 reveals a familiar design Based on this, the Moto G42 will resemble its predecessor, the Moto G41, a lot. Many people wouldn’t even be able to tell the difference between the two phones. The Moto G41 launched back in November last year, by the way. We’re not sure when will the Moto G42 arrive, but this is what it will look like, it seems....

Battery capacity When it comes to the battery, the Pixel Watch has a decent 300mAh battery. This is about average compared to the Galaxy Watch 5 (284mAh) and the Apple Watch 7 (309). However, it’s about 49% smaller than the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro battery (590mAh). With this battery capacity, Google says that this battery will be able to last up to 24 hours on a full charge. We’re not sure if Wear OS 3 will use the same Adaptive Battery technique that we see with Pixel phones....

The feature, as might be expected, is most useful in that it allows those to be set with some details prefilled. Such as the date and time. So, summarily, without users having to remember all of the details of the event prior to entering them. Or, without forcing users to find another way around that. For instance, by jumping back and forth between the Calendar app and messaging app in the Recent Apps view....

There are a number of steps included here, but the whole process is quite simple. Using the guest mode is also really simple, so basically anyone can do it. That being said, we’ll explain to you how to do this one step at a time. We’ll also include a screenshot for every step, so that you can follow along without any issues. How to set up a guest mode on Android The first thing you’ll need to do is enter your phone’s settings....

But just in case you weren’t exactly sure where to start, we’ve set up this guide to walk you through the steps. First though, let’s go over a few benefits of using Samsung Pay on your Galaxy Watch 4. Why set up Samsung Pay on your Galaxy Watch 4? Paying for goods and services with the flick of a wrist Setting up Samsung Pay on your Galaxy Watch 4 can be just as beneficial as setting up Google Pay on your phone....

What is Ring Protect? Ring Protect is the company’s subscription service that adds additional features to your products. Like the ability to save video and share it for all of your Ring devices. You can also see photos of visitors in your notifications, download more videos at once, and much more. There’s essentially three plans for Ring Protect. There’s Ring Basic, which is $3.99 per month, per device. Then there’s Ring Protect Plus which is $10 per month for unlimited devices....

However, Adaptive Brightness doesn’t always work exactly as advertised. Depending on the device in question, the hardware used, and a number of other factors. In some cases, even on top-tier gadgets across both budget and premium segments, the screen won’t recognize a bright environment. For example, if it’s held at an angle away from the light. Or it might not recognize that it’s gotten darker where you are using your phone....

This year, we have two teams that don’t reach the Super Bowl very often. The Cincinatti Bengals beat the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. Their last Super Bowl was in 1989, with their first being in 1982, and losing both of them. So Cincinatti is looking for their first Super Bowl win. Meanwhile, you have the Los Angeles Rams on the other side who won the NFC championship by beating the San Francisco 49ers (a team that is among those that have won the most Super Bowls at 5)....

The HTC Vive Flow really focuses on getting you relaxed HTC has been experimenting with what a VR headset can be. The company released headsets centered around gaming and some centered around fitness. The core concept behind the Flow, however, is relaxation. It weighs in at just 189g (just under half a pound), and it’s also a lot smaller than other headsets. Wearing a headset for an extended period of time could get stuffy sometimes....

The conflicts between Chinese tech companies and the U.S. administration started when Donald Trump called them a threat to the country’s national security. At the same time, the U.S. Senate imposed sanctions on these companies. Now, Huawei wants to collaborate with other manufacturers to bypass sanctions. The company previously had to sell its sub-brand Honor to a consortium. Also, they decided to buy 4G Snapdragon chips instead of 5G as a way to escape from US-imposed restrictions....

Instagram (and just about every social media and video sharing platform) is in a heated battle against TikTok. The short-form video-sharing platform exploded over the past couple of years. Unfortunately, platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat were in the blast zone. To combat this, those companies made their own takes on the TikTok style and introduced Reels, Short, and Spotlight. These were their attempts to capture some of the market stolen from them....