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Samsung August 2021 security update is now rolling out for these Galaxy devices

Android updates are still not perfect, but we’re seeing things improve year over year. Samsung has accumulated a stellar update track record as of late and is now among the best in the business when it comes to rolling out Android updates. Now, the company is rolling out the August 2021 security update to its Samsung Galaxy lineup. Here’s the full list. Samsung August 2021 security update…
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 receive early unboxing video treatment

With the Unpacked launch event mere days away, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 have already seen a video unboxing over on YouTube. It’s not uncommon for retailers to have products arrive in stock early ahead of a launch so that orders can be fulfilled on the official…
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Android 11 now rolling out for the Nokia 5.3

After an extended wait, the Android 11 update is now rolling out for the Nokia 5.3 despite HMD Global’s initial roadmap suggesting it would arrive in Q2 2021. Considering just how close we are to the full launch of the stable Android 12 build, it’s a bit disappointing…
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Google unveils new Nest Cam line: $179 ‘battery’ flagship w/ ‘floodlight’ variant, $99 wired model

With the current lineup featuring a model that dates back to 2015, Google’s security cameras are in sore need of a refresh. That call is now being answered with a new Nest Cam line that’s comprised of three devices. New ‘Nest Doorbell (battery)’ costs $179 with free package & object alerts, local backup storage Nest Hello rebranded to ‘Nest Doorbell (wired)’ and remain on sale…
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New Nest Cams, Doorbell require and are fully controlled by the Google Home app

Like with the $129 Nest Thermostat that launched last year, the Google Home app is needed to control the new Nest Doorbell and Cam lineup. The companion client will be updated with several camera features in the process. To see all live video, owners will continue to tap the blue “Cameras” shortcut at the top of the Google Home app. This presents a scrollable feed of video that starts with…
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7Artisans Launches a 50mm f/0.95 Lens for Multiple APS-C Mounts

Chinese camera lens manufacturer 7Artisans has announced the affordable $236 APS-C 50mm f/0.95 lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, EOS-M, and Micro Four Thirds (MFT) mounts. The new 50mm lens joins what appears to be a consistently growing lineup of interesting and affordable manual lenses for mirrorless systems giving photographers and videographers even more choices for creative tools to add…
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