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Hands-on: macOS 12 brings new ‘Object Capture’ API for creating 3D models using iPhone camera

June 10, 2021

While macOS Monterey (also known as macOS 12) brings several new features for users, the update also comes with significant improvements for developers with brand new APIs that enable new possibilities for third-party apps. One of the new APIs is “Object Capture,” which will let users easily create 3D models of any object using the iPhone camera. Apple has been pushing the adoption of AR…

iOS 15 brings support for storing your ID in Apple Wallet, but details are vague

June 10, 2021

On Monday, Apple announced that iOS 15 and watchOS 8 will bring support for storing ID cards in the Wallet application. While the feature sounds fantastic in practice, the details are sparse and there’s still a lot we don’t know about when and how this will work. Apple…

Android 12 Beta 2 hands-on: Top new features [Video]

June 10, 2021

After a shorter than expected break between the first Android 12 Beta and now Beta 2, we hope that you’re ready for more new features and changes in what promises to be the biggest UI overhaul in years. We’re only just catching our breath from the first Android 12 Beta…

Walmart officially now selling its Android TV streamers; the 4K model leaves a good impression

June 10, 2021

It’s been absolutely no secret that Walmart has been working on a duo of Android TV streaming devices, but the lead up to launch has been a little odd to say the least. Now, though, Walmart has officially started selling its onn-branded Android TV streamers and we’ve spent a few days with one of them, too. After being on the retailer’s website for over a month now, Walmart confirmed today…

Android 12 Beta 2: Pixel 5 finally gets ‘Columbus’ double-tap back gesture with ‘Quick Tap’

June 10, 2021

We first reported over a year ago that Google was working on a new gesture for Pixel phones that allowed a quick double-tap on the back of the phone to perform a customizable action. Now, finally in the second beta release of Android 12, Google has released the “Quick…

Android 12 Beta 2: Picture-in-picture windows can no longer be resized by dragging the corners

June 10, 2021

While powerful, picture-in-picture is not implemented in the most user-friendly manner and Android 12 Beta 2 takes a crack at simplifying that experience by getting rid of resizing through corner dragging. Rather, the fast way to enlarge a PiP window is by double-tapping.

Apple Music Lossless tidbits: iOS 14.6, HomePod support, compatible headphones, more

June 9, 2021

Apple announced in May that Apple Music will start supporting Dolby Atmos and Lossless audio quality in June. Here’s everything we know so far about Apple Music Lossless. When will Apple Music Lossless be available? Apple Music Lossless is available since June 7 for all Apple Music subscribers at no extra cost. Users must install iOS 14.6, iPadOS 14.6, macOS 11.4, or tvOS 14.6 or later to…

WWDC21: iOS 15 allows users to record gameplay with a controller

June 9, 2021

Apple announced iOS 15 during the WWDC21 keynote. As the sessions about all news related to developers are still happening this week, there’s a lot more to unveil about the new iPhone operating system. As it turns out, Apple has worked to improve integration with gameplay…

macOS Monterey enhances iPhone and iPad apps on M1 Macs with full-screen video, Apple Pay, more

June 9, 2021

With the introduction of macOS Big Sur last year, Apple announced that users would be able to run iPhone and iPad apps on their M1 Macs. The experience has proven mixed, with major differences in performance and compatibility from app to app. With this year’s release of…

Google planning ‘Firmina’ subsea cable connecting North and South America

June 9, 2021

Over the past few years, Google has built its own subsea cables in addition to partnering on joint efforts and leasing access. Google’s latest private cable project is “Firmina” to connect North and South America. It will run from the East Coast of the United States to Las Toninas, Argentina, while there are two additional landings in Praia Grande, Brazil, and Punta del Este, Uruguay.