The first Android 12 Developer Preview build includes a new settings page for the Pixel 5, intended to allow it to respond to a “Double tap” gesture on the back, which can activate the Assistant, take a screenshot, and more, but it doesn’t seem to work just yet.
If the idea of a double tap gesture sounds all too familiar, that’s with good reason. It first appeared during the Android 11…
As we saw in some early screenshots, Android 12 is preparing to deliver some new privacy enhancements. While it’s not live for everyone just yet, a pair of new toggles on Android 12 allow users to disable microphone and camera access to all apps.
We were able to manually…
Android 12 DP1: Pixel Launcher gains new 4×5 grid option
February 19, 2021
Today’s the big day of the Android 12 Developer Preview, and we’re hunting for changes large and small. One interesting small change we’ve spotted is that the Pixel Launcher now offers a new 4×5 grid option.
Last year, with the launch of the Pixel 5, Google…
Motorola offers the most affordable phones on Google’s MVNO with a trio of devices launching this week. Google Fi is also introducing a promo where new Unlimited plan customers can get 50% off their first three months of service.
The Moto G Play (2021) is normally $169, but it’s currently discounted to $99, which you’ll get back as Fi bill credit. That’s also the case for the $199 Moto…
Android 12 DP1: Notifications to gain ‘Automatic’ option for whether or not to alert [Updated]
February 19, 2021
Android 12 Developer Preview 1 released earlier today, and deep within, we’ve found the beginnings of an “Automatic” option that lets Android decide whether or not a notification is important enough to alert by ringing and/or vibrating your phone.
When you long-press…
The current Made by Google lineup is visually defined by a front-facing camera in the top-left corner of the screen. You get used to it over time, but those bothered by the Pixel 5 hole punch can now hide it on Android 12.
Android 12 Developer Preview 1 adds (via Android…
Three new Motorola phones are now available at Google Fi
February 18, 2021
In a new blog post. Google Product Manager announces that the company’s wireless carrier Google Fi will begin offering three new Motorola handsets. All three devices are under $300, one of which supports the carrier’s 5G signal.
Motorola One 5G Ace
The Motorola One 5G Ace starts at $279 and is Google Fi’s most affordable 5G offering. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 750G 5G chipset…
Realme has officially confirmed the launch date of the Narzo 30 series – February 24. An invitation for a digital launch came in our inbox, telling us we’ll see the Narzo 30A, Narzo 30 Pro 5G, and the Buds Air 2 wireless earphones.
The event on Wednesday will occur…
Realme GT 5G with Snapdragon 888 is arriving on March 4
February 18, 2021
Last December, we exclusively reported about the Realme Race (RMX2202) powered by the Snapdragon 888 SoC, which is going to put the start of the new GT series. Today Realme announced it will unveil the GT 5G on March 4 in China at 2PM local time.
Realme confirmed that GT 5G…
The Samsung Galaxy A72 4G (SM-A725F/DS) we’ve been hearing about for a long time has moved a step closer to launch as it has been certified by Thailand’s NBTC.
The listing on the Thai certifying authority’s website doesn’t include any specs of the Galaxy A72 4G, but a recent leak revealed its design and full specifications.
According to that leak, the Samsung Galaxy A72 4G…
