With the Pixel 6a officially launching today, Google has published the Android 12 factory images for customers that have already received the phone.
At the moment, there are two Pixel 6a builds labeled “June 2022”:
Android 12.1 — SD2A.220601.004 (Verizon, Verizon MVNOs) — Factory Image — OTA
Android 12.1 — SD2A.220601.001.A1 (JP carriers) — Factory Image — OTA
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Samsung strikes deal with Qualcomm, all but confirms Galaxy S23 will use Snapdragon globally
July 28, 2022
Samsung and Qualcomm have just entered a multiyear partnership that will see the Galaxy smartphone maker strengthening its use of Snapdragon processors, backing up a rumor that claims the Galaxy S23 will use Snapdragon chips almost entirely.
In a press release this week…
Nintendo has unveiled the second wave of Booster Course Pass tracks for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. One of them is a brand-new track that will be added to smartphone spin-off Mario Kart Tour at a later date. It’s called Sky-High Sundae and it’s bursting with colorful…
The Apple Store Online is currently down in China as Apple prepares for a big round of iPhone discounts in the country this weekend. As announced earlier this week, Apple is planning discounts on its iPhone models and accessories, as well as the Apple Watch and AirPods.
Apple routinely takes its store offline as it prepares for new product launches or major changes. This is generally done as a…
New electric bike with massive battery claims to be able to climb Mount Everest on a single charge
July 28, 2022
Colorado-based Optibike is one of the oldest electric bicycle companies in the United States, and so they know a thing or two about building high-performance e-bikes. But the new Optibike R22 Everest seems to go above and beyond what anyone could have asked for, claiming to…
Lightyear announces Koenigsegg as investor and ‘technology-sharing partner’ for future EVs, like Lightyear 2
July 28, 2022
Solar EV manufacturer Lightyear has announced Swedish high-performance sports car manufacturer Koenigsegg as its latest investor. Furthermore, the latter will join Lightyear in a “technology-sharing partnership” in which both automakers will share proprietary and…
Ford introduces 2023 F-150 Lightning Pro SSV: An electric pickup purpose-built for the police
July 28, 2022
Ford Motor Company will continue its tradition of providing vehicles to the police, but this time, it’s going all-electric. Today, Ford has unveiled the F-150 Lightning Pro Special Service Vehicle – what the American automaker is calling the first electric pickup truck in the US, purpose-built for the police.
The Ford F-150 Lightning is the first all-electric pickup from the blue oval…
Rivian (RIVN) announced this week that it is laying off 6% of its workforce in order to focus on its electric pickup truck production ramp.
Over the last few months, many tech companies have announced layoffs in reaction to the changing economy that points toward a…
Tamron has announced the development of an upcoming zoom for Sony full-frame E-mount camera systems. The 50–400mm F4.5–6.3 Di III VC VXD lens is expected to be available in ‘Fall 2022,’ although Tamron notes ‘the current global health crisis’ could affect the…
With today’s Pixel 6a launch, the US Google Store’s pre-order bonus of Pixel Buds A-Series and boosted trade-in period has ended, but you can now essentially get the mid-ranger discounted to $399 after a $50 credit.
When purchasing the $449 unlocked or Google Fi model from the US Google Store, you’ll get a $50 store credit. This effectively discounts the Pixel 6a to $399 and the promo can…
