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Google TV app remote gets a redesign on Android w/ new device picker

December 13, 2021
A very long overdue update to the phone-based remote for Android TV and Google TV devices was finally released in the past few months, and Google is already revamping the new app with an updated design. The Google TV app’s remote on Android devices launched with support for gesture and D-Pad navigation controls and support for all modern Android TV devices with a design updated from the…
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MobileNews

Alleged Galaxy S22 wallpapers leak with updated aurora theme

December 13, 2021
The Samsung Galaxy S22 series is expected to arrive sometime in the next two or three months, and we’ve so far seen everything from spec leaks to 3D renders. Today, a handful of alleged wallpapers from the Galaxy S22 series have made their way online. Material IT today…
GamingNews

Tina Summerford: Why the story of Xbox is so compelling 20 years later

December 13, 2021
Join gaming leaders, alongside GamesBeat and Facebook Gaming, for their 2nd Annual GamesBeat & Facebook Gaming Summit | GamesBeat: Into the Metaverse 2 this upcoming January 25-27, 2022. Learn more about the event.  Power On: The Story of Xbox is a six-part documentary debuting Monday about the making of Microsoft’ s Xbox video game consoles. I recorded an interview with director Andrew…
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DefenseNews

Lavatai Runs for 2 TDs, Navy's D Dominates in Win Over Army

December 13, 2021
Navy quarterback Tai Lavatai, top center, runs the ball in for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Army, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Navy had its way with…
MobileNews

iPhone charging slowly? How to fast charge your iPhone 13

December 13, 2021
If your shiny new iPhone 13 seems like it is charging slowly, there’s most likely a simple reason. The old 5-watt iPhone chargers will work with your new phone, but can only charge at a lower power throughput. However, a newer 20-watt charger and USB-C Lightning cable can…
MobileNews

The Best MIDI keyboards for Mac, iPhone, and iPad 2021 Edition

December 13, 2021
Welcome to the 2021 edition of the best MIDI keyboards for Mac (and iPhone/iPad). This is a great time of year to take stock of what’s out there ahead of the holidays, including both brand new options released in 2021 and some mainstays that have rightfully earned another mention on our list. Apple’s Logic Pro made leaps and bounds with the latest major updates and these are the best MIDI…
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NewsPhotography

Lens Wars: Episode V - Petzval Strikes Back

December 13, 2021
Petzval Portrait Lens, circa 1890, from author’s collection. It’s amazing to me that we’re rapidly approaching the 200th anniversary of the first photograph being made: Niepce’s View from the Window of Le Gras, taken in 1827. My last post concluded with the…
Cleantech & EV'sNews

Quick Charge Podcast: December 11, 2021

December 12, 2021
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…
Cleantech & EV'sNews

Awesomely Weird Alibaba Electric Vehicle of the Week: $4,800 Stretch Limousine Golf Cart

December 12, 2021
There’s nothing quite like a golf cart to bring out the kid in every driver. A combination of car-like operation, go kart-like handling and video game-like repercussions make them a joy to ride. But with the typical 2+2 seat layout, you’re normally limiting to enjoying the experience with only three friends. For anyone who wants to bring the whole family, class or friend circle along though…
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