Google appears to be preparing a next-generation Nest smart speaker with support for ultra-wideband (UWB) connectivity, likely matching the “Handoff” feature of Apple’s HomePod.
Last month, we exclusively reported on two next-gen smart speakers in development in Google’s Fuchsia project, Clover and Buckeye. The former looks likely to be a third-generation Nest Mini, while the latter…
Google One VPN app rolls out for Mac and Windows [U]
November 16, 2022
Following iOS availability earlier this year, the Google One VPN is now available for Mac and Windows through new desktop apps.
Update 11/15: The Google One VPN Mac and Windows apps are now available. Visit one.google.com/benefits on your desktop computer and find the…
Google Chat will let you schedule Do Not Disturb
November 16, 2022
In addition to custom durations, Google Chat will soon let you schedule a recurring DND (Do Not Disturb), which are useful for lunch breaks and the weekends.
Open the Active indicator in Google Chat and select Do Not Disturb. Once rolled out on Android, iOS, and the web…
Hands-on: Here’s what it’s actually like to use iPhone 14’s new satellite connectivity features
November 16, 2022
Emergency SOS via satellite is set to roll out to iPhone 14 users in the United States and Canada later today. Ahead of that launch, Apple has given select YouTubers and members of the press to test out the feature in the real world. Head below as we round up some of these videos and impressions…
Emergency SOS via satellite is a feature exclusive to the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro devices.
Here’s how to test iPhone 14 Emergency SOS via satellite before you actually need it
November 16, 2022
Apple’s new Emergency SOS iPhone via satellite feature is now live in the US and Canada with support for more countries coming soon. Read on for how to test iPhone Emergency SOS messages via satellite so you know how to use it in case you ever need to rely on it.
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Apple is ramping up testing of its latest iOS 16.2 software release. The company has made iOS 16.2 beta 3 available to developer beta testers, alongside updates to watchOS 9.2, tvOS 16.2, macOS Ventura 13.1, and more.
What’s new in iOS 16.2?
Beta users can update their…
AirPods Pro 2 pack a number of improvements over their predecessors, many of which are made possible by the new H2 chip inside. New testing performed by Stephen Coyle, a musician and software developer, reveals another hidden benefit of the new AirPods Pro 2 and the H2 chip: significant improvements in latency.
One of the downsides of Bluetooth (and wireless technologies in general) has always…
iOS 16.2 includes a major change for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max’s new always-on display. After complaints from some users, iOS 16.2 beta 3 includes a new option that allows users to disable wallpaper and notifications from appearing on the iPhone’s always-on…
Elon Musk has set a new date for Twitter Blue’s paid verification to return: November 29th. The new date comes just a few days after the company paused the roll out and halted new sign-ups after the site was overrun by pranksters and scammers impersonating brands…
Galaxy A54 renders show updated design w/ punch-hole notch, more
November 15, 2022
Samsung’s growing Galaxy A-series lineup is a triumph of function and affordability that fuses flagship features with modest prices and impressive traits. The next device coming is the Galaxy A54, which has been showcased in 3D cased-based renders showing some notable upgrades.
Earlier this year, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy A53. A mid-ranger that leveraged an impressive build, display, and one…
