Back in November, LEGO website Brickset released a very limited-edition ‘Vintage Camera’ set for Black Friday that could only be acquired by using VIP points awarded for making purchases on the site. While availability was scarce, YouTuber Wizard of Bricks managed to get their hands on one and subsequently created a tongue-in-cheek video ‘review’ of the 179-piece LEGO set.
The six-minute…
CES 2022: AI is driving innovation in ‘smart’ tech
January 5, 2022
Hear from CIOs, CTOs, and other C-level and senior execs on data and AI strategies at the Future of Work Summit this January 12, 2022. Learn more
Despite all the stories about big companies bailing out of CES 2022 amidst the latest surge in COVID-19 cases, the consumer…
Developer ports Android 12 to the Samsung Galaxy S2
January 5, 2022
It’s not often we talk about two devices over the age of 10 in one week, but after seeing an Android 12 ROM arrive for the Galaxy S3, the Galaxy S2 is now joining the party.
Despite being almost 12 years old at this stage and with hardware that is comparable to many…
Microsoft Surface Duo’s Android 11 update is right around the corner, Android 12L next [U]
January 5, 2022
Microsoft’s Surface Duo debuted in 2020 as a unique take on a dual-screen device, but it launched with plenty of software issues that prevented it from being a success. Making matters worse, Microsoft just went an entire year without bringing Android 11 to the Surface Duo, though on the bright side, it sounds like Android 12L will be coming in the future.
Back in September of last year…
After a busy 2021, WhatsApp is now readying its first big feature for 2022. The app is set to add your contacts’ profile photos in notifications whenever someone sends you a message.
As spotted by WABetaInfo, this feature is starting to roll out for iOS beta testers of…
Mercedes-Benz unveils camper version of the EQV for an electric ‘van life’ experience
January 5, 2022
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a new camper version of its EQV electric van to create an all-electric “van life” experience.
Van life or vandwelling is the concept of living out of a van that has been modified with several amenities in order to live some sort of bohemian…
Magna International highlights EtelligentForce powertrain system to accelerate all-electric pickups plus new EV center in Michigan
January 5, 2022
Automotive manufacturing powerhouse Magna International is kicking off 2022 by highlighting its EtelligentForce technology, a 4WD EV powertrain system designed specifically for pickup trucks and light commercial vehicles. Magna’s EtelligentForce was designed to maintain a pickup’s full capabilities without compromising payload or towing capacities.
Magna International ($MGA) is a mobility…
OnePlus 10 Pro specs include Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 120Hz LTPO display, 80W charging, more
January 5, 2022
In typical OnePlus fashion, the brand that “Never Settles” is teasing its upcoming flagship with a list of specs confirming much of what we expected from the OnePlus 10 series.
Due to a staggered launch across the globe, China will see the OnePlus 10 Pro first, and…
Google delists faulty December 2021 update for Pixel 6 & 6 Pro, preventing manual updates
January 5, 2022
After previously ceasing the rollout of the December 2021 update to Pixel 6 series phones, Google has now removed the faulty update from its website, to prevent it from being manually installed.
Shortly after the arrival of the December 2021 update for Pixel 6 phones —…
Quick Charge Podcast: January 4, 2022
January 5, 2022
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.
New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded Monday through Thursday and again on Saturday. Subscribe to our podcast in Apple Podcast or your favorite podcast player to guarantee new episodes are delivered as…
