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Android 12 update rolling out to 4K Chromecast with Google TV

After launching on the cheaper HD model earlier this month, Android 12 is now rolling out to the Chromecast with Google TV 4K released in 2020. The update — build number STTE.220621.019.A2.9082754 —  comes in at 722MB and “upgrades Android TV OS from 10 to 12.” It also brings the Chromecast with Google TV (4K) to the July 2022 security patch level from May 2022, which rolled out in…
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We are entering a new era for AI-powered robotics 

Did you miss a session from MetaBeat 2022? Head over to the on-demand library for all of our featured sessions here. Many observers were disappointed with the recent demo of the AI-enabled “Optimus” robot at Tesla’s AI Day. One reviewer cleverly titled his article…
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Apple’s iPhone trade-in program again causes headaches for buyers

Over the last several years, Apple has increasingly focused on its iPhone trade-in program. By offering lucrative trade-in details, often in partnership with carriers, Apple can entice iPhone users to upgrade every year. This trade-in program, however, has caused users a number of headaches, and the situation doesn’t appear to be improving… I’ve traded in a few iPhones to Apple over the…
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OnePlus 9RT gets Android 13-based OxygenOS 13 Open Beta

OnePlus has released the Android 13-based OxygenOS 13 Open Beta update for the OnePlus 9RT, which was launched last October with Android 11-based ColorOS 12. It is currently seeding in India and brings the Aquamorphic Design to the 9RT in addition to some optimizations…
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Google has restocked nearly every Pixel Watch band [U]

The Pixel Watch uses a proprietary system for its bands which requires you to purchase bands from Google or its partners, at least for now. But on launch day, many Pixel Watch bands are delayed heavily or out of stock. Google launched the Pixel Watch with around 20 different band designs, including everything from “Active” silicone to some fancier leather designs. Google is also launching some…
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Cleantech & EV'sNews

Quick Charge Podcast: October 15, 2022

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on…
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YouTube rolls out iPhone homescreen widget that immediately opens subscriptions, search

YouTube is Google’s latest app to add iPhone and iPad homescreen widgets with one of them in particular providing very convenient shortcuts. “Quick Actions” measures 4×2 and is billed as “the fastest way to search and browse YouTube.” There’s a “Search YouTube” field up top that immediately launches that UI with the keyboard open, while the microphone icon brings up voice…
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