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iPhone 14 Pro has a hidden toggle to enable black-and-white always-on display mode

September 22, 2022
The iPhone 14 Pro always-on display does not work like most Android phone always-on display modes (consisting of mostly black pixels with an always-visible clock). It works more like the Apple Watch, where the always-on mode is almost identical to the standard lock screen – the same colorful wallpaper and information-rich widgets, just dimmed. Many people getting their hands on the new iPhones…
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Chrome for Android working on Omnibox redesign [Gallery]

September 22, 2022
Given the large user base, Google rarely makes major changes to the interface of its browser. However, one in-development redesign plans to “modernize” the Chrome Omnibox on Android. When Chrome launched in 2008, one signature aspect of the design was how there was just…
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Logitech G Fits gaming earbuds reshape to fit your ear and have less latency than Bluetooth

September 22, 2022
The Logitech G Fits gaming earbuds are built to mold themselves to your ear shape and also offer a non-Bluetooth connection for lower latency. While Bluetooth has essentially become the standard way to do wireless audio these days, the technology still has some core limitations to be addressed. For example, while some apps will delay the video to be in sync with your earbuds, it’s all too common…
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More Pixel Watch band colors emerge as Google teases watch face design

September 22, 2022
On Monday, we detailed the Pixel Watch’s default case color and strap configurations, which builds on our previous report about the extensive band collection that’s in the works. Google is now ramping up Pixel Watch teasing, while the latest leak suggests what band colors and styles will be available at launch. Made by Google today shared a 15-second teaser showing the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro…
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Report: Google wants open, royalty-free alternative to Dolby Atmos and Vision

September 22, 2022
Google is a big player in the codec space with AV1, and is now setting its sights on alternative audio and video formats that could replace Dolby Atmos and Vision. According to Protocol today, Google is “looking to introduce two new media formats to offer HDR video and 3D audio under a new consumer-recognizable brand without the licensing fees hardware manufacturers currently have to pay…
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