The Google Store has been absolutely bombarded by demand for the Pixel 6 series, with the storefront going down almost entirely for hours after pre-orders first opened up. Now, though, things are coming back online, but shipping dates for Pixel 6 and its accessories are slipping.
Your results may vary, but it seems that as of 3:45 p.m. ET, the Google Store is at least mostly back, with pages and…
During the online-only Pixel Fall Launch keynote, there were a number of important announcements, including the long-awaited Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. Here’s everything Google detailed during the live stream.
Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro
The showstopping announcements during the…
Just over two weeks after Android 12 hit open source, Google this morning rolled out the stable version of Android 12 to existing Pixel owners. That event would normally mark the end of a release’s Android Beta Program, but Google is continuing it this year.
In…
Google Home Wifi settings now let you set 8-hour device priority
October 20, 2021
After the latest update to the Google Home app, we’re still waiting for a Material You redesign, but version 2.45 now lets you set an 8-hour Wifi priority increment.
After opening the “Wi-Fi” page and tapping “Set Priority Device,” selecting a gadget on your network will reveal “8 hours” as a new increment. It replaces “2 hours,” while “1 hour” and “4 hours” remain.
The…
How to check out Google’s Android 12 ‘Snow Cone’ 3D statue
October 20, 2021
While Android releases don’t carry a public dessert name any longer, they do have an internal codename that keeps up the tradition. This year’s release is “Snow Cone,” and Google has just released its usual statue for Android 12 alongside the platform’s rollout…
Google’s Pixel 6 has a bunch of notable upgrades including faster charging, both wired and wireless, but the company doesn’t include a charger in the box – instead charging $25 for it. Spigen, however, will happily give you one of its 30W chargers for free, provided…
OnePlus Watch Harry Potter Edition unveiled
October 19, 2021
The Harry Potter Edition OnePlus Watch was finally unveiled earlier today in India. It comes just three months ahead of the twentieth anniversary of the original Harry Potter movie release and brings a Hogwarts-themed look. Pricing is set at INR 16,999 ($225) with early access sales starting on October 20 at 12 noon IST time.
OnePlus Watch Harry Potter Edition (images: OnePlus)
OnePlus Watch…
A third 3D render version of the yet to be announced Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra appeared today courtesy of and based on information from Korean leakster Super Roader. This one differentiates from the past two designs as it boasts an all-new water drop camera design around…
Rugged Nokia XR20 lands in India
October 19, 2021
HMD just announced the official arrival its rugged Nokia XR20 smartphone in India with pre-orders starting on October 20 and actual sales commencing on October 30. The handset’s main appeal is its durability boasting IP68 water and dust protection on top of the…
Samsung is seeding a new firmware update for the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 in South Korea and it’s probably safe to assume that it will hit the global units pretty soon. The update brings the usual fixes and patches but also a few new cool camera features.
The changelog mentions improved overall camera quality without going into specifics and the patch also adds scene recognition for pets…
