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iOS 14.5 lets users answer calls with Siri when using headphones

iOS 14.5 is coming next week for everyone, and Apple today released the RC build to developers and public beta users. While the beta versions have already brought several new features, the final release also enables a new option to answer calls using Siri while using headphones. As found in the Siri settings in iOS 14.5 RC, users can now answer calls using the virtual assistant without having to…
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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra review: Battling the big hitters [Video]

As the “main” flagship for Xiaomi in 2021, at least on paper, the Mi 11 Ultra really doesn’t disappoint. No smartphone is used on paper though and how it stacks up is far more nuanced. The standard Xiaomi Mi 11 fell just short of the best in the business but with some “little” and a couple of “large” additions, it’s hoped that the Ultra edition might tackle Samsung’s own Ultra…
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Chromecast with Google TV costs less than the new Siri Remote that makes Apple TV usable

Apple’s Spring Loaded event this morning saw a number of product and service unveils. On the television and media front, the Apple TV 4K was revamped, but the real highlight was a new Siri Remote that addresses how frustrating the original is to use. That $59 remote can be purchased separately for older Apple TV models, and it’s somehow more expensive than the Chromecast with Google TV. The…
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Apex Legends Mobile coming to Android in limited regional betas

After hints, teasers, and then confirmation from EA, the immensely popular free-to-play battle royale FPS Apex Legends Mobile is finally set to arrive on Android. We’ve seen other big players such as Fortnite, PUBG, and Call of Duty all make a bow on the mobile platform…
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OxygenOS 11.2.4.4 begins rolling out for OnePlus 9 series w/ April patch

After being critical of OnePlus’s recent update track record, OxygenOS 11.2.4.4 has now started rolling out for the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro with the latest April 2021 security patch in tow. Although we’re now well into April, it’s still good to see the OnePlus 9 series get updated to the latest patch. If OnePlus can just start to bump the rest of its hardware to the same monthly patch, it…
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