Snapchat is rolling out a major upgrade to its Scan feature and moving it so that it’s placed front and center in the application. As first reported by The Verge, the Scan feature can be used to identify a range of things in the real world, like clothes or dog breeds.”
Snapchat says that its integrated Scan feature, which first started two years ago as a way to “Scan a Snapcode” for…
Apple has released a nice update for developers today with App Store Connect on iOS now allowing the creation of multiple TestFlight groups including the ability to configure build access for each group.
App Store Connect 1.7 is available now with the improved TestFlight…
Review: Satechi’s GaN charger lineup with up to 108W is perfect for MacBook, iPhone, and iPad
August 27, 2021
Last month Satechi launched a of compact and powerful USB-C chargers for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and more. We’ve been able to test out all the models including the most powerful that features with 3 ports – enough to juice up a MacBook Pro while simultaneously fast…
Electrify America rolling out CarPlay and Android Auto apps for finding EV charging stations
August 27, 2021
Electrify America is upgrading its mobile apps to work with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto infotainment systems starting today. The new feature helps electric vehicle drivers easily discover the nearest EA charging station, initiate and complete charging remotely, and view charging plan details.
Electrify America charging stations are crucial for EV adoption in the United States. The charging…
Apple’s Find My app is one of the key features of devices like iPhone and iPad, as it lets users track them even offline. This time, however, the app helped Colorado police find and arrest a man after a deputy “accidentally” dropped his phone on the suspect’s…
Google TV’s next ‘Watch With Me’ list highlights ‘Ted Lasso’ and favorites from comedian Hasan Minhaj
August 27, 2021
Following the feature’s introduction earlier this year, Google TV is adding another “Watch With Me” list. This time around, the Google TV section will focus on favorites from comedian Hasan Minhaj.
Rolling out this week, the new “Watch With Me” section will…
Google Tasks tab redesign lets you quickly switch lists on Android, iOS [Update: Rolled out]
August 27, 2021
Google Tasks is a straightforward organization tool that’s tightly integrated with Gmail, Calendar, and other Workspace apps. A small redesign of Google Tasks for Android and iOS introduces tabs that let you quickly jump between lists.
Update 8/26: We’re now seeing this revamp widely rolled out on Android and iOS. Curiously, the iPad app sees the tabs centered for a less cluttered appearance…
Google releases Pixel 5a with 5G ‘barbet’ factory images
August 27, 2021
With the Pixel 5a officially launching in the US and Japan today, Google has published the Android 11 factory images for customers that have already received the phone.
There are two Pixel 5a with 5G builds today: RD2A.210605.006 for Japanese carriers and RD2A.210605.007…
Electrify America rolling out CarPlay and Android Auto apps for finding EV charging stations
August 27, 2021
Electrify America is upgrading its mobile apps to work with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto infotainment systems starting today. The new feature helps electric vehicle drivers easily discover the nearest EA charging station, initiate and complete charging remotely, and view…
Tamron reveals $699 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 APS-C lens for Sony E mount cameras, X-mount version due out 'this fall'
August 27, 2021
Tamron has announced the forthcoming release of its latest all-in-one APS-C zoom lens for Sony E-mount camera systems, the 18–300mm F3.5–6.3 Di III-A VC VXD.
The lens, which is roughly a 27–450mm full-frame equivalent, is constructed of 19 elements in 15 groups, including three hybrid aspherical elements and four low dispersion (LD) elements. It features a maximum aperture range of F3.5…
