Google is wrapping up the rollout of its iOS 16 Lock Screen widgets with Maps and Search for a total of six updated iPhone applications.
Version 6.40 of Google Maps introduces a pair of iOS 16 Lock Screen widgets. “Search” opens the app to the corresponding interface with your keyboard immediately ready for input. The 2×1 “Frequent Trips” could be powerful (depending on how often it…
Samsung October 2022 update rolling out for these Galaxy devices
October 13, 2022
Samsung is on a roll as of late with device updates for a number of handsets. The October 2022 security update is even rolling out for a number of Samsung Galaxy phones and even a few tablets.
Samsung October 2022 security update – here’s what’s new:
No details have…
Signal to remove SMS and MMS support from Android app
October 13, 2022
Third-party messaging application Signal is set to remove the ability to send SMS and MMS messages from the Android application to enhance privacy and security.
In a blog post, the messaging firm has confirmed that Signal will soon remove the ability to send SMS and MMS…
Pixel 7 initial review: Android’s ‘default’ device gets meaningful and important upgrades [Video]
October 13, 2022
In terms of upgrades, the Pixel 7 has a few important improvements that round off the better of the two 2021 series handsets.
Pixel 6 long-term review: All the ‘Pros’ with very few cons [Video]
Why an initial review? 9to5Google was granted six days of early access to the Pixel 7 ahead of today’s review embargo, not nearly enough time to reach a final verdict. But with open sales set to…
The new Steam app officially launches on Android
October 13, 2022
For a long time, the Steam mobile app was a necessary evil, needed in order to log in anywhere you went. Now, a new Steam app rebuild has finally launched on Android, bringing along a totally new design and a multitude of improvements.
In beta form, the new Steam app has…
We’ve been pretty pleased with Google’s new Pixel 7 Pro as we outlined in our initial review yesterday, but as the phone goes on sale, a new report claims that the display on Google’s new flagship is a bit power hungry.
The display on your smartphone is generally…
OnePlus is building out a reputation as an OEM that makes fast-charging phones – plain and simple. The Nord N300 is the latest phone to join that category with 33W charging and some other enticing details.
OnePlus’ Nord line is well-known for being budget conscious, and with that, usually, corners are cut in plenty of areas. One area normally sacrificed would be the screen and another may be…
Google really wants iPhone users to switch to Pixel 7, boosts trade-in credits up to $1,000
October 13, 2022
The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are now widely available and shipping to early customers, but there’s a new bonus for iPhone users looking to switch as Google has boosted trade-in values.
Starting today, the Google Store is offering boosted trade-in values on iPhone…
Review: Mujjo leather iPhone 14 case is Apple-like in fit and finish, and it comes in black
October 13, 2022
With my previous iPhones, I have always relied on Apple’s first-party leather case option. It’s not cheap, but I have found they held up well to years and years of use, the clicky buttons feel nice and the subtle branding. However, when upgrading to the iPhone 14 Pro…
Signal is winding down plaintext SMS support in its Android app
October 13, 2022
Signal is removing the option to send and receive SMS messages in its Android app. Folks who currently use Signal as their default SMS app will receive alerts advising them to switch to a different one. You’ll be able to export your SMS messages and import them into another app (as long as the other one supports that option).
The change won’t happen overnight. “You will have…
