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Google Tensor is partially to blame for MediaTek stealing Qualcomm’s top slot in the US, IDC claims

March 3, 2022

Qualcomm has long dominated the Android smartphone market, but it seems times are changing. It’s possible that MediaTek has taken the top slot in the US from Qualcomm, and the IDC says that Google Tensor is at least partially to blame for Qualcomm losing its seat. There’s a dispute between Qualcomm and MediaTek right now as to who holds the top slot as the most popular Android chipmaker in…

How to downgrade from Android 13 Developer Preview 1 to Android 12 on Google Pixel [Video]

March 3, 2022

You might have slapped the Android 13 Developer Preview on your Google Pixel and are missing out on a few things or not having the best experience. Luckily, you can downgrade your OS to a stable version of Android 12 if you encounter any major problems or just don’t like…

Samsung’s Galaxy A33 leaks in official-looking renders, 4G Galaxy A13, too

March 3, 2022

Samsung has been hard at work developing smartphones for just about everyone, including those who want budget devices. As expected, Samsung’s still working hard on its A-series and photos have surfaced recently to prove it. Those renders showcase the Galaxy A13 and Galaxy…

Essential Android gaming now 10% OFF with the powerhouse Black Shark 4 Pro

March 3, 2022

For hardcore mobile gamers, specs are everything. Often that comes with a high price but the Black Shark 4 Pro gives you masses of under-the-hood grunt for gaming on the go, all without a massive price tag. Recently released to global markets the packs in the flagship tier Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, a silky smooth 6.67-inch 144Hz AMOLED display which has been tuned to ensure not only does…

Google Recorder 3.5 rolling out with Material You tweaks, handy Quick Settings tile

March 3, 2022

Back in October, Google updated its excellent Recorder app with a redesign. Version 3.5 of Google Recorder is rolling out today with a handful of Material You tweaks and a Quick Settings tile on Pixel. The changes are primarily found on the recording view, though spacing…

Here’s what you can do with RCS and Google Messages – and why it’s worth trying

March 3, 2022

While straightforward SMS texting isn’t perfect by any means, the adaptation of the RCS standard means you can do pretty neat things in Google Messages that you couldn’t for a very long time. Follow along to learn a few tips and tricks for using RCS messaging and Google…

Google employees will return en masse to Bay Area offices starting in April

March 3, 2022

Back in December, Google postponed its early 2022 return to office plans and held out on providing a new date amid the Omicron wave. Google informed US employees today that they have to return to offices at the start of April. Starting the week of April 4 (via Bloomberg and CNBC), Googlers will have to spend at least three days a week in the office, while the other two can be spent working from…

Samsung appears to be throttling 10,000 Android apps on Galaxy devices, just like OnePlus

March 3, 2022

Our smartphones have become incredibly powerful over the past few years, to the point that, in many cases, we’re not actually taking full advantage of these devices’ raw horsepower in day-to-day use. However, Samsung has apparently been throttling the performance of…

iPhone SE 3 could launch next week, here’s what we know

March 3, 2022

The iPhone SE 3 is rumored to launch during next week’s Apple “Peek Performance” event. In its third generation, analysts expect this will be the company’s most affordable 5G phone that could turn a billion Android users into switchers. Read on as we round up…

9to5Rewards: Last chance to win iPhone 13 + 10% off Journey cases [Giveaway]

March 3, 2022

This week is your last chance to enter to win an iPhone 13 courtesy of our friends at ALOGIC. You can also get with code JOURNEY10 for a limited time. Head below for a closer look and to enter the giveaway now. Journey cases for iPhone 13 Designed to protect, the new Journey lineup of iPhone cases can withstand falls of up to 6-ft (1.5m). They are also designed to age beautifully with…