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iPhone 13 rumored to use LPTO displays from Samsung with 120Hz support

Based on recent rumors, Apple will finally introduce new iPhone models later this year with 120Hz support. A new report from The Elec today corroborates that Apple is indeed moving to adopt new LTPO displays in the so-called iPhone 13, which will enable higher refresh rates and lower power consumption. According to a research from UBI Research obtained by The Elec, Samsung Display will convert…
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Google Drive adding new and updating current search operators

While Google Drive does offer a GUI lookup interface, power users often take advantage of search operators to save time. A change is in the process of rolling out to “make finding shared files easier.” These updates to our search operators will enable more specific…
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Google Chat web redesign is also coming to Workspace accounts

Last month, Google started rolling out an online revamp of Chat to free consumer accounts as part of the classic Hangouts migration. That Google Chat web redesign is now coming to paid Workspace users over the coming weeks with a number of enhancements. The new interface is similar to that of Chat in Gmail, giving users a consistent and predictable Chat experience no matter where they are.  A…
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Google Chat rolling out more granular notification settings

In addition to a web revamp, Google Chat is rolling out more notification settings over the coming weeks. These new options are “based on your level of engagement or involvement in specific conversations.” From the three-dot overflow menu in each room, users can open a…
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PSA: If your Android apps keep crashing, uninstall Android System WebView

A large number of Android users over the past few hours have been encountering continuous Gmail and other app shutdowns, with some finding that uninstalling Android System WebView will stop the crashing. This issue starts with Android throwing up prompts that warn how apps “keep closing.” Applications that are in the background and not currently open are also affected. If this bug is…
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HOW-TO: Turn your Android phone into the best webcam for Zoom, Skype, Meet and Teams for free

Be it for work or school, video communications are skyrocketing. You are probably already using the webcam built into your laptop, or you’ve upgraded to a USB webcam. But today, we will tell you how you can up your teleconferencing game using your far superior smartphone camera. Even a mid-range or budget smartphone from a few years ago likely has better camera hardware than a decent USB…
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