While Duplex on the Web is going away, Google is still committed to the voice version of the conversational technology that can make human-sounding calls and maintain real conversations. Google’s latest use of Duplex is behind “where to watch the World Cup near me” searches.
At the start of the tournament, Google announced that business listings in Maps and Search could display a…
Samsung December 2022 update rolling out for these Galaxy devices
December 16, 2022
The latest wave of Samsung Galaxy phones is receiving the most recent December 2022 security update. Here’s just how the Korean tech giant is handling the rollout.
Samsung December 2022 security update – here’s what’s new:
Each and every month, Google and its…
Here’s what the Galaxy S23, S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra look like, as shown by dummy units
December 16, 2022
Samsung is expected to unveil its next flagship lineup, the Galaxy S23 series, in February. Ahead of the new year, though, a handful of dummy units offer a first look at what the Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra look like in person.
Earlier this morning, images of the…
Most iPhone City COVID restrictions end, including controversial point-to-point system
December 16, 2022
Foxconn has ended most iPhone City COVID restrictions, after the local government removed its Zhengzhou plant from a “high risk” classification. The Chinese government also finally appears to be ending the ultra-strict COVID Zero policy which was behind the restrictions.
Of particular note, the iPhone assembler has ended its controversial point-to-point system, which was a significant source…
Apple Arcade launched with close to 100 titles and the service is seeing new games added regularly with over 200 games now in the library. Follow along with our guide on all the Apple Arcade games.
New: Following the release of JellyCar Worlds last week, the latest arrival…
How to turn on end-to-end encryption for iMessage, iCloud, iPhone backups in iOS 16.2
December 16, 2022
Apple has launched a big security enhancement with iOS 16.2 that brings the long-requested feature of full encryption for iMessage in iCloud, iPhone backups, and eight other apps/categories. As part of the process, you’ll need to set up a recovery contact/key – here’s…
These are the best cases you can get for the Galaxy Z Flip 4
December 16, 2022
The Galaxy Z Flip 4 can be a difficult phone to buy a case for. Because of the bending motion, there’s an added complication and if done wrong, can make for a case with a bad experience attached. Here’s our roundup of some of the best cases you can get for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 from brands like Incipio, Spigen, CaseBorne, and Otterbox.
Does the Galaxy Z Flip 4 really need a case?
How we look…
These Google and Nest devices work with Matter
December 16, 2022
After years in the works, Matter is the next big hope for improving the smart home. Here’s what Google and Nest devices are compatible with Matter.
What is Matter?
The smart home is something many have dreamed about, but how it works today isn’t really how most people…
Here’s what a digital driver’s license looks like on Android in Google Wallet [Gallery]
December 16, 2022
As expected, Google has started beta testing digital driver’s license and state ID card support on Android through Wallet, starting with the state of Maryland.
Google is explicit about how this “feature is being tested in beta and some features may not work as…
Google details App Defense Alliance work on Android Malware Mitigation, certifications
December 16, 2022
Google announced the App Defense Alliance (ADA) three years ago to “stop bad apps before they reach users’ devices,” and today recapped its work in 2022.
Malware Mitigation before an app gets published on Google Play is the ADA’s primary goal:
Through this program, Google Play Protect detection systems directly communicate with each partner’s scanning engines. This generates new app…
