Samsung has expanded its growing lineup of 5G-enabled smartphones by announcing the Galaxy A42 5G, alongside a brand new Galaxy Tab A7, Galaxy Fit2 fitness band, and an AirPower-like Trio wireless charger.
The firm confirmed the new hardware but details were pretty thin on the ground as to what each new product will bring to the table later this year.
Starting with the Galaxy A42 5G, Samsung…
The coronavirus crisis may have been very bad news for the economy as a whole, but Apple says that the iOS app economy has been thriving, creating 300,000 new US jobs since April 2019 – and the pandemic boosting rather than hurting that progress.
The company says that iOS…
ZTE Axon 20 5G launches as first smartphone w/ under-display camera
September 2, 2020
After teases, ZTE has officially launched the Axon 20 5G with the first commercially available under-display selfie camera tech.
While Oppo first showed us a few concept devices with under-display camera technology, ZTE has beaten their rivals to the punch with the Axon 20…
JBL has announced new Clip 4 and Go 3 miniature Bluetooth speakers. Both have gotten a visual makeover from their predecessors, with a streamlined design and a few new colors available. The Go 3 will launch first in October for $39.95. The Clip 4 will follow in December for $69.95.
In terms of improvements, both speakers support Bluetooth 5.1 and have IP67 water and dustproofing. And instead of…
PSA: Sell your iPhone 11 quickly when the iPhone 12 is launched
September 2, 2020
A company specializing in iPhone trade-ins has suggested you’d be well advised to sell your iPhone 11 quickly when the iPhone 12 is launched. It expects resale values to fall twice as fast as usual, due to demand for 5G models …
Music Magpie says that the resale value…
Today in India, the government has announced a ban on Android applications that pulls the plug on 118 applications within the country, which are primarily of Chinese origin, and those apps include the wildly popular PUBG Mobile.
PUBG was one of the first popular “Battle…
Twitch's Prime Video watch parties are now available to everyone
September 2, 2020
Twitch has always wanted to be more than a video game streaming platform. That’s why it has a category dedicated to ‘Just Chatting’ and broadcast classic shows such as Inspector Gadget, Doctor Who and Power Rangers. It’s unsurprising, therefore, that the company wants to make it easier for streamers to host ‘Watch Parties’ with their most passionate fans. Following a closed beta and…
India bans PUBG Mobile, Alipay, Baidu, and more Chinese apps
September 2, 2020
India is banning another 118 apps said to be either based in or linked to China. PUBG Mobile, Alipay, and Baidu are among the biggest names on the list. India banned TikTok, WeChat, and more than 50 other China-based apps in June, suggesting they were a security issue.
The…
UK carrier EE launches ‘first of its kind’ iPhone cell plan bundling Apple Music, TV+ and Arcade
September 2, 2020
The major UK carrier EE today announced a new partnership with Apple, by launching an ‘all-in-one’ iPhone plan that comes with Apple Music, Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade.
The new Full Works plan offers three add-on options, allowing EE customers access to all of Apple’s…
JBL debuts five new Bluetooth speakers with something for everyone
September 2, 2020
When it comes to Bluetooth speakers, JBL likes to cover all the bases. The company has a literal truckload of options, ranging from tiny portable units for under $100 all the way up to pricey party machines. As you’re planning your socially distanced fall outdoor activities, JBL is announcing five new models with a range of features and prices. Basically, there’s something for everyone…
