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OnePlus lets you test the upcoming, unannounced Buds Pro and Nord 2

OnePlus is working on a new pair of true wireless earbuds, following the OnePlus Buds and Buds Z which both launched last year. The new model will be called OnePlus Buds Pro, and in our book that’s a strong hint towards them featuring active noise cancellation. We don’t actually know anything about them, except for the fact that they’re coming soon, and this has been revealed by…
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Realme 6 and 6i get Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 open beta

Realme has announced the Android 11-based Realme UI 2.0 open beta program for the Realme 6 and 6i (Indian variant). Those interested can enroll in the program by navigating to their smartphone’s > menu and tapping on the Settings icon in the upper-right corner…
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WhatsApp for iOS working on Snapchat-like camera feature

WhatsApp has been testing a few additional features to its iOS app with the ability to “view once” photos and videos sent as well a new redesigned in-app notification. According to always reliable WABetaInfo, after rolling out this feature for Android beta testers recently, WhatsApp is finally making the “view once” feature available for iOS beta users with version  2.21.140.9. With…
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Gmail is the next Google app to adopt Android 12’s animated splash screen [Updated]

Every app open on Android 12 is accompanied by a launch animation to make “startup a more consistent and delightful experience.” One aspect of this is an animated icon on the splash screen, with Drive being the first Google app to support this on Android 12. Update 7/10: When Google first announced the Splash Screen API with Android 12 DP3 in April, Google used Gmail — which already has an…
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This Convertible Camera Strap is Aimed at Cyclist-Photographers

The Makers in Motion Camera Strap has tapped into the market of cyclist-photographers who want to transport their camera safely while out on a ride and have the ability to shoot on the go without restrictions. Many cyclists eventually grow into photographers as they ride past grand vistas and unique lighting conditions. As such, while the specific market segment may be small and niche, they are…
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