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Assistant Driving Mode ditches Google Maps integration, no longer an Android Auto replacement

October 5, 2022

In May of 2019, Google Assistant Driving Mode was announced to replace “Android Auto for Phone Screens.” The launch occurred slowly, with the previous experience not going away until this June. Assistant Driving Mode is now losing Google Maps integration and this noticeably changes the experience to the point where it’s no longer an Android Auto replacement. When Driving Mode was…

Next-gen power stations from Bluetti can keep your appliances running

October 5, 2022

Bluetti has unveiled their latest generation of power stations, ranging from the ultra-portable camping companion EB3A to the high-end EP600 with the power you need for all your home appliances. Whether you’re looking to keep your favorite gadgets charged while travelling…

Apple-backed Matter smart home standard officially launches as iOS 16.1 adds support

October 5, 2022

The long-running push for the launch of the new smart home standard Matter is taking a big step forward. The Connectivity Standards Alliance announced today that it, along with members of the alliance, are formally releasing the Matter 1.0 standard and certification program.

iOS 16.1 beta 4 now available as public release quickly approaches

October 5, 2022

iOS 16.1 beta 4 is now rolling out to developers as Apple prepares for a broader release sometime this fall. iOS 16.1 adds a number of new features to the iPhone, including Live Activities, Clean Energy Charging, changes to the Lock Screen, a redesigned battery percentage icon, and more. Developers can update their iPhone to iOS 16.1 beta 4 by heading to the Settings app, choosing General, then…

Review: Courant MAG:2 offers a minimalist sculptural take on an iPhone and AirPods charger

October 5, 2022

Luxury Apple accessory maker Courant recently launched its newest charger as the follow-up and bigger brother to MAG:1. MAG:2 features MagSafe compatibility with a minimalist sculptural metal and leather or soft-touch plastic and cloth design. Here’s what I discovered…

iOS 16.1 beta 4 removes ‘Adaptive Transparency’ toggle for older AirPods Pro and Max

October 5, 2022

With the release of iOS 16.1 beta 3 last week, owners of the first-generation AirPods Pro and AirPods Max noticed that the update enabled the “Adaptive Transparency” option for these earphones. While it was unclear whether the feature was actually coming to older AirPods…

WhatsApp for iPhone to block screenshots for ‘View Once’ images and videos

October 5, 2022

WhatsApp last year introduced a new option called “View Once” to let users send photos and videos that disappear after they’re opened, similar to what you can do in apps like Snapchat and Instagram. Now the platform wants to take that feature even further, this time blocking screenshots and screen recordings for “View Once” images and videos. WhatsApp to block screenshots for some…

Remind Later with Mail: How to get more efficient with email in iOS 16

October 5, 2022

The Mail app gets some nice improvements with iOS 16. One of the headlining features is the ability to set a future reminder for an email. Read along for a look at how it works to Remind Later with Mail on iPhone. Apple’s Mail app has a range of new features with iOS…

2.5-year-old Samsung Galaxy A11 gets Android 12

October 4, 2022

Samsung introduced the Galaxy A11 back in May 2020 with an entry-level Snapdragon 450 chipset and a basic 6.4” HD+ screen. The device received Android 11 last year, and now it is getting Android 12. The package comes with firmware version A115FXXU3CVI3 and also brings a…

Watch the Xiaomi 12T and 12T Pro launch live

October 4, 2022

Xiaomi is holding a launch event for today, called “Make moments mega”. The event is taking place in Munich and begins at 14:00 CEST / 12 PM GMT / 17:30 IST. We expect to see the Xiaomi 12T and Xiaomi 12T Pro, and the company revealed at least one of the phones will have a 200MP camera. The event might also see the arrival of the Redmi Pad – an affordable tablet that made its Indian…