Consumer Reports has published its breakdown of what it calls the “best smartphones of 2021.” This list breaks down the best smartphones of the year, and somewhat surprisingly, the publication ranks the iPhone 12 Pro Max as the “best iPhone” to buy.
What’s surprising about the Consumer Reports recommendation of the iPhone 12 Pro Max is that rarely does the publication endorse Apple’s…
OnePlus 8 vs. OnePlus 9: Worth the upgrade? [Video]
March 26, 2021
The OnePlus 9 is one of the biggest leaps over the previous mainline generation in recent years providing some major “core” improvements over the OnePlus 8, but we’re here to examine if an upgrade is actually worth it.
2021 is a landmark year for OnePlus. A new…
Google Photos makes it easy to backup, organize, and share your memories, but did you know it has handy edit options as well? Earlier this year, Google brought more editing features to users, but quite a few are locked behind a paywall. Here’s how to edit pictures in…
Google launches ‘Android Ready SE Alliance’ to drive adoption of digital keys, mobile IDs
March 26, 2021
Smartphones have already obviated single-purpose gadgets like point-and-shoot cameras and MP3 players. Google today announced the Android Ready SE Alliance to make sure new phones have the underlying hardware to eventually replace car/home keys and wallets.
“Emerging user features” — digital keys, mobile driver’s license (mDL), national ID, ePassports, and eMoney solutions (wallets)…
Consumer Reports names OnePlus Nord N10 best budget phone, ignoring pathetic update policy
March 26, 2021
Consumer Reports just put out its yearly “Best Smartphones” list, crowning Apple’s iPhone 12 Pro Max as the best option. What about the affordable end of the spectrum? OnePlus managed to take that crown with its affordable Nord N10 and N100 models, but Consumer Reports…
Xiaomi teases camera with liquid lens on upcoming Mi Mix
March 25, 2021
Xiaomi’s upcoming Mi Mix handset will include a camera with a liquid lens, the company teased in a pair of Weibo posts today. As its name implies, the lens typically includes a layer of liquid, and the lens’s focus and focal length are changed by applying an electrical…
Apple has responded to an Australian antitrust complaint by claiming that it is already possible for iOS developers to bypass the App Store.
The company says developers can use the web to sell services like subscriptions. Amusingly, the company goes on to suggest that progressive web applications are a viable alternative to iOS apps …
Apple had already asked for an Australian lawsuit to be…
Proud of your time spent with Animal Crossing: New Horizons on the Nintendo Switch? Nintendo has now launched a new tool to help you show off your Animal Crossing island, dubbed “Island Tour Creator.” It’s available today on your iPhone via the web browser.
Although…
The affordable smartphone market is heating up in the EU with specifications usually reserved for high-end devices now trickling down to the budget segement. The latest such device is the Realme 8 Pro, which leverages affordabililty and some impressive camera…
Despite having only just launched officially, the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro are receiving an OxygenOS 11.2.1.1 day-one update to ensure everything is in order prior to the global releases, which vary from region to region.
The OxygenOS 11.2.1.1.LE15BA update is likely to be available on day one if you have pre-ordered the OnePlus 9 or 9 Pro. Shipping estimates for the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro vary, with…
