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Oppo F19s launch imminent as it bags Bluetooth certification

September 11, 2021

Oppo introduced the F19 Pro and F19 Pro+ 5G in March and unveiled the F19 in April. The company is rumored to further expand the F19 lineup with the F19s, which has been certified by Bluetooth SIG, suggesting an imminent launch. The certifying authority doesn’t tell us anything about the F19s besides revealing its model code (CPH2223) and confirming Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity. But, a…

Apple warns that vibrations by motorcycles might impact iPhone cameras

September 11, 2021

Apple published a new support page about how exposure to vibrations, like those generated by high-powered motorcycle engines, might impact iPhone cameras. Apple explains that some features like optical image stabilization (OIS) and closed-loop autofocus can be affected for…

All iPhone 13 color and storage options revealed by Ukranian retailer

September 11, 2021

As we approach the final days before Apple’s September 14 event, where the company will announce new iPhones, a hiccup from a Ukrainian retailer may have revealed all of the color and storage configurations that the entire iPhone 13 lineup will arrive with. No images…

The Infinix Zero X family leaks on Google Play Console ahead of the announcement

September 11, 2021

The Infinix Zero X series is due to be announced on September 13 but some of the key specs have already been revealed through three Google Play Console listings. We got an early glimpse of the three models in the lineup – the Zero X Neo, Zero X Pro and the vanilla Zero X. The listings on Google Play Console As per the listing, all three handsets will share the same SoC – the…

WhatsApp adds end-to-end encryption for Android cloud backups

September 11, 2021

After being hinted at and after testing in previous beta builds, WhatsApp has confirmed that end-to-end encryption for cloud backups is set to roll out soon. Announced in a Facebook Engineering blog post, end-to-end encryption has been missing from cloud backups despite…

Alphabet Scoop 133: Android 12 check-in, latest on the Pixel 6, and living with the new Nest Cam/Doorbell

September 11, 2021

This week 9to5Google’s Abner Li, Ben Schoon, and Kyle Bradshaw discuss updates on Android 12, a new Pixel 6 ad, and thoughts after living with the new Nest Cam and Doorbell. Subscribe Google Podcasts Spotify Overcast New episodes of Alphabet Scoop are published every…

Google Translate for Android prepares for Material You as its first major redesign in years [Gallery]

September 11, 2021

Ahead of Android 12’s launch later this year, our team has discovered that Google Translate has a Material You revamp in the works, it’s first major redesign in over five years — here’s an early look. About APK Insight: In this “APK Insight” post, we’ve decompiled the latest version of an application that Google uploaded to the Play Store. When we decompile these files (called…

Google Home Essentials: Roborock S7 is a near-perfect floor cleaner w/ a pricey auto-empty option

September 11, 2021

Robot vacuums are still very much a luxury, but they’ve come down in price considerably over the past several years to the point where, now, you can get something halfway decent for around $150. What’s more interesting to me, however, are the vacuums that are still a bit…

Hands-on: Here’s what does and doesn’t work with offline Siri in iOS 15

September 11, 2021

One of the subtle but valuable new features with iOS 15 is that Siri works even when offline for some commands. That means faster performance, but offline requests won’t work for everything. Let’s look at what does and doesn’t work with offline Siri in iOS 15. Apple…

Planning to trade in a phone for iPhone 13? Here’s everything you need to know

September 11, 2021

The iPhone 13 is set to be announced this upcoming week, so chances are you’re thinking about upgrading. But how do you make sure you get the most you can for your device in time to get the latest model? Here’s everything you need to know about trading in or selling your old iPhone ahead of next week’s event. Tip 1: If you can, sell ASAP The first thing you need to know is that trading in…