With the new feature in place, users will be able to have their app permissions revoked automatically when those apps go unused for a few months. Why does this matter and how do you get to the new feature for automatic app permissions revoking? Now, the feature itself is found as part of the Google Play Store’s Play Protect feature. That’s the feature that allows scanning of the installed apps for potential problems....
This is a notable jump in software for the devices. Android TV doesn’t get regular updates as Android does. Case and point, this update is bringing the Chromecast devices from Android 10 to Android 12. Now, Android 12 is coming to the Chromecast with Google TV There aren’t many visual differences between these visions of Android. Mostly, Google focused on bringing functionality improvements. Let’s start off with the privacy update....
Another important feature that was bundled with Android 12 was the scrolling screenshot feature. Using scrolling screenshots, users could easily capture the entire screen, negating the need to take multiple screenshots. Users could access this scrolling screenshot feature by tapping on the “Capture more” button located at the bottom-left of the screenshot preview. Though, this feature isn’t anything new and several smartphone brands’ already included this feature with their in-house theme....
Android 12L fixed 80 issues for Pixel phones We’re aware that Android will bring some welcome changes and tweaks to the software. There are some subtle aesthetic functional differences between both versions of the software. Those currently testing out the new version have noticed that Android 12L is a lot more stable than Android 12 proper. This is because, aside from the apparent changes, Google made some improvements under the hood....
Summarily, the new preview build showcases a silent mode that doesn’t just remove sound or vibrations from notifications. It also dampens or completely removes vibrations caused at the system level, helping Android 13 in Silent Mode stay even quieter. In effect, that means there aren’t any vibrations when typing or when entering a pin on the lock screen. Or in any other apps where touches might usually provide haptic feedback....
The stats and report come from Conviva, and it highlights the situation of the streaming market as of Q4 2021. A part of the report shows the growth in viewing time for some streaming platforms, including Samsung, LG, and Android TV. However, some other platforms like Xbox, PlayStation, and Apple TV are dealing with negative viewing times. As per the report, Android TV experienced a 42% growth in viewing time during Q4 2021, which is higher than other counterparts....
Google wants to improve the app load times in Android 13 We’ve gotten to a point where apps can load pretty quickly on modern hardware. Neither Apple nor Android phones hold an objective lead in that department. However, Google wants to further push the envelope. In a new tweet, Mishaal Rahman remarks that there are some lines of code hidden in the software that allude to CPU acceleration when an app is loading....
The Galaxy Z Fold, Note 10 & carrier-locked S22 models in the US are getting the April update The April 2022 security patch is not bringing any new features to the table, but it does improve the security and stability of the installed software. It also addresses some Samsung DeX issues. A number of Samsung devices got it up to this point. In the case of the Galaxy Z Fold 2, the firmware number is F916U1UES2GVC8....
The new report also sheds some light on AR and VR hardware sales revenue in the US for 2021. Revenue grew 153 percent during the holidays and 137 percent for the full year. Based on this info, it appears the devices are getting cheaper. Perhaps lower-cost models sold in more numbers last year than before or maybe companies offered big discounts to clear their inventory. Either way, people are now having to spend less on average on an AR/VR headset....
Now, AT&T has decided to spin DirecTV out. The spin-off is now complete, after being announced in February. AT&T still has a 70% ownership of DirecTV, while a private equity firm, TPG holds the remaining 30%. This spin-off also changes the name for AT&T TV Now, making it DirecTV Stream. AT&T spent a ton of money to say “nevermind” a few years later AT&T paid $67 billion for DirecTV back in 2014....
The soft-launch, which started in June, was available for Bally Sports Detroit, Bally Sports Florida, Bally Sports Sun, Bally Sports Kansas City, and Bally Sports Wisconsin. Now, Bally Sports Plus will add these RSN’s to their streaming service: Bally Sports Arizona, Bally Sports Great Lakes, Bally Sports Indiana, Bally Sports Midwest, Bally Sports New Orleans, Bally Sports North, Bally Sports Ohio, Bally Sports Oklahoma, Bally Sports San Diego, Bally Sports SoCal, Bally Sports South, Bally Sports Southeast, Bally Sports Southwest, and Bally Sports West....
However, there are still some folks who seem to be on the fence when it comes to using these auto-trading apps for trading Bitcoin as well as other cryptocurrencies. Here, we are going to take a look at a few benefits of using auto-trading apps if you are interested in trading Bitcoin. Fast Withdrawal Process One of the main concerns of some folks looking to use trading websites and apps is, of course, getting access to their earnings....
The Steam Deck speakers aren’t terrible but they’re really nothing to write home about. Not exceptional, just, not bad. They add nothing to experience beyond being able to hear your game without additional accessories. They also don’t take anything away from the standard experience of gaming on Steam Deck. With that out of the way, choosing to use a headset while you play has its merits. For one, you could conserve battery life on the Steam Deck if you choose to use a wired headset....
Motorola is now the third largest smartphone maker in North America, behind Apple and Samsung, taking over LG’s spot when they left the smartphone market. Motorola has done this by offering pretty decent phones in almost every price range, and almost every set of features. Want a stylus? Motorola has a few options available. Want a big screen, Motorola has many options available. Want a flagship? Motorola has an option for you....
And in this guide, we are going to show you the ten best smart home products that are under $100. Top 10 Best Smart Home Products Under $100 You’ll find all sorts of smart home products under $100 in this list. From smart plugs, to smart lights, smart switches, and even smart video doorbells. So no matter where you want to start, you can still start pretty cheap. Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) Price: $99Where to buy: Best Buy...
These projectors can be pretty pricey though, so we are here to help you find the best ultra short throw projector that you can add to your home. Best Ultra Short Throw Projectors In this list, we have ultra short throw projectors from many different brands. Including Samsung, LG, Epson, Optoma and many more. These also range in price from around $899 up to over $5,000. So depending on your budget, there is something here for everyone....
The X1 Omni is the full-fledged version of the X1, with the ultimate dock included. It’s rather large, but it does quite a bit for you. It can clean your mops (and dry them with heat!), as well as refill the water tank on the robot vacuum. And of course, empty the dustbin, like most robot vacuums can do these days. There are two mops on the bottom of the ECOVACS Deebot X1 Omni, which work really well to clean your floors....
We’ve seen this sort of effort from studios like Insomniac with Ratchet And Clank: Rift Apart. As well as companies like Microsoft with its Xbox Adaptive controller. With Diablo Immortal, Blizzard seems to be trying to go the extra mile. In a recent blog post the company lays out all of the game’s accessibility features. And let me tell you, there’s plenty of them. Like many (us included), the Diablo Immortal team believes that games are for everyone and should be able to be enjoyed by all....
The Nokia C200 and Nokia G100 arrived at Boost Mobile These two Nokia phones are entry-level offerings from HMD Global. They boast modest specs and aren’t best suited for power users. The Nokia G100 is the slightly better specced of the two. It boasts a 6.5-inch HD+ edge-to-edge display. The device features Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 615 octa-core processor and runs Android 12 software out of the box. HMD Global has equipped the Nokia G100 with three cameras on the back....
The Bose QuietComfort earbuds are heavily discounted for Prime Day We’re not talking about a small discount here, not at all. The Bose QuietComfort earbuds are now discounted by $100. They cost $179 at the moment, while their usual price tag is $279. That essentially means they’ve been discounted by 36-percent. These earbuds come in two color options, Soapstone and Triple Black. In plain words, these are white and black variants of the earbuds....
