After rolling out OxygenOS 11.0.2.3 for the OnePlus 8T last week, OnePlus has now released the OxygenOS 11.0.3.4 update for the Snapdragon 865-powered smartphone.
The new update improves the camera stability and optimizes the imaging effects for a better shooting experience. It also improves the system power consumption to reduce heating, and mistouch prevention for a better gaming…
WhatsApp disappearing messages make their way to iOS
November 6, 2020
Earlier this week, Android users got disappearing messages on WhatsApp and now iOS users are also joining in. This lets you send texts and media that will automatically vanish after 7 days in both personal and group chats.
The update is a gradual one so some will get it…
iOS 14.2 is out with more inclusive emoji and Shazam controls
November 6, 2020
Apple’s iOS 14.2 update has dropped. The update, which is rolling out now to iPhones and iPads, brings Shazam into the Control Center, new AirPlay 2 controls, expanded intercom support for HomePod and more than 100 new emoji characters.
Among the new emoji are several new…
Xiaomi announces the Mi Box 4S Pro with 8K video decoding
November 6, 2020
Xiaomi announced a successor to its Mi Box 4 Pro called Mi Box 4S Pro and even though it looks identical to the old one and the name implies a rather incremental update, this is definitely not the case here. In addition to its long feature list, the Mi Box 4S Pro gains 8K video decoding, which is probably the most notable addition.
Mi Box 4S Pro
The HDMI standard has been bumped up to 2.1 to…
Apple Store is down ahead of iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro Max and HomePod mini preorders
November 6, 2020
Right on cue, the Apple Store is down today ahead of new iPhone and HomePod mini preorders.
The store will be back up at about 5 AM PT, so if you are waiting to order a new HomePod mini or the iPhone 12 mini, or the iPhone 12 Pro Max, you’ve got a few more hours to…
Razer is launching its Razer Book 13 productivity laptop with Intel 11th Gen Intel Core processors in a very thin case today. And yes, you heard that right. It’s a non-gaming laptop from a brand that is all about gamers.
Razer said the Book 13 is the world’s-thinnest…
The 'XCOM 2' saga is now available on your iPhone or iPad
November 6, 2020
You no longer have to fire up a console or PC if you want to relive XCOM 2’s fight against occupying extraterrestrials. Feral Interactive has released a $25 XCOM 2 Collection for iOS that includes the whole XCOM 2: War of the Chosen and its four DLC packs, with no in-app purchases to interfere with your quest to retake Earth. Feral has reworked the interface for touch input on your iPhone or…
Razer's first mainstream laptop still has an RGB keyboard
November 6, 2020
Gaming hardware makers have been diversifying their laptops recently, and Razer is the latest to join that trend. The company is announcing the Razer Book 13 today, which it’s calling a “hyper focused productivity laptop.” It’s not just a subtler version of a Blade…
Razer's latest gaming headsets are designed for Xbox Series X
November 6, 2020
The Xbox Series X and Series S launches are right around the corner, and Razer is determined to capitalize on that by introducing a pair of gaming headsets built with Microsoft’s consoles in mind. The Kaira and Kaira Pro (above) are both “designed for Xbox” and can use…
Apple releases iOS 14.2 with new emoji and wallpapers, HomePod Intercom support, more
November 6, 2020
After releasing the Release Candidate version last week, iOS 14.2 is now available to all iPhone users. Apple has also released iPadOS 14.2 as well as iOS 12.4.9 for older devices.
iOS 14.2 includes a variety of changes and new features, including over 100 new emoji as well as new wallpapers. There is also support for the iPhone 12 Leather Sleeve with MagSafe, although we still don’t have a…