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Google Duo may soon stop working on uncertified Android devices

January 22, 2021
It seems Google Duo may soon cease to work on uncertified Android devices, following the trend set by the Google Messages app. About APK Insight: In this “APK Insight” post, we’ve decompiled the latest version of an application that Google uploaded to the Play Store. When we decompile these files (called APKs, in the case of Android apps), we’re able to see various lines of code within…
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Another report of smaller notch in this year’s iPhones; sensor-shift OIS, too

January 21, 2021
A new report today echoes earlier ones that this year’s iPhones – possibly named the iPhone 12S – will have a smaller notch. We’re expecting the design of this year’s models to be very similar to the iPhone 12, but a MacOtakara report earlier in the month suggested that Apple would manage to shrink the screen notch … The company has also changed the position of the top receiver to…
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Firefox for Android makes it even easier to add new browser extensions

January 21, 2021
Although Chrome dominates the mobile browser space on Android, Mozilla’s Firefox is a decent alternative with added — but limited — support for third-party extensions that make it a potential candidate for your browsing needs. Adding new extensions has been a bit of a pain though for a while, so Mozilla has now decided to streamline the process and make it even easier to add or find…
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Sony Xperia 10 III renders hint at a familiar design

January 21, 2021
Sony may still be struggling to maintain a foothold in the smartphone space, but that isn’t stopping the release of new devices. Renders of the upcoming Sony Xperia 10 III have been shared online showcasing a familiar design and hinting at some internal…
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OnePlus and Oppo merge hardware R&D teams

January 21, 2021
According to a brand-new report, OnePlus and Oppo have merged their respective hardware R&D departments, with Oppo taking charge of the entire recruitment process. For those unaware, OnePlus and Oppo all fall under the jurisdiction of BBK Electronics — along with…
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Firefox extensions are now easier to install on Android devices

January 21, 2021
Mozilla has simplified the process of finding and installing add-ons for Firefox on Android. With the launch of Firefox 85 for the mobile OS, you’ll be able to install extensions straight from the addons.mozilla.org page. At the moment, you have to go to Add-ons Manager to install the extensions you want — a process Mozilla says could be a bit confusing if you’re used to the desktop…
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