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Android 11 exhibits annoying bug that can break multitasking

September 25, 2020
Android 11 has refined rather than redefined our favorite mobile OS experience but it looks like it hasn’t been without bugs and issues. Some users are reporting a bug that effectively breaks multitasking on Android 11. This bug is especially frustrating as swiping up into the recents app switcher will effectively stop you in your tracks as the usual carousel of recently opened applications…
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How to use picture-in-picture on iOS 14

September 25, 2020
Even when you’re using a phone, with its relatively small screen, being able to watch a video using Picture-in-Picture (PiP) can be very handy. You can have a music video playing while you’re checking your Twitter feed, or chat with a friend while watching a favorite…
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Tesla launches $2,000 ‘Acceleration Boost’ upgrade on Model Y

September 25, 2020
Tesla is launching a $2,000 ‘Acceleration Boost’ upgrade for Model Y Dual Motor AWD vehicles — shaving half a second off the 0 to 60 mph acceleration. For a few years now, Tesla started selling vehicles with upgradable software-locked capabilities, like 75 kWh battery pack software-locked at 60 kWh, or higher power outputs enabled through software updates. Starting last year, they even made…
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Claimed official Apple case stickers provide more evidence of iPhone 12 names

September 25, 2020
Two leakers with good track records have now both indicated the same iPhone 12 names. Today’s report shows what are said to be stickers for official Apple silicone cases for the new models. A photo was posted by @DuanRui, who last month showed a pamphlet depicting what turned out to be the correct design for the new iPad Air announced almost three weeks later … The names shown on the stickers…
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Prepare for the ‘iPhone 12 mini,’ suggest recent leaks

September 25, 2020
We’re expecting Apple to announce four new iPhones later this year, and signs and portents increasingly suggest that the smallest will be named the iPhone 12 mini — a title new to the iPhone range but with a solid Apple heritage. Past and present mini Apple products include the iPod mini, iPad mini, and Mac mini. So it might be time for a mini iPhone, too. The name was mentioned earlier this…
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