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OnePlus debuts its first Apple Watch competitor touting 2-week battery life and $159 price

March 24, 2021
OnePlus has unveiled its first smartwatch today and the wearable takes a lot of cues from Apple Watch. While that’s no surprise and many Apple Watch clones have come before, OnePlus Watch looks to differentiate with a round design, 2-week battery life, and other high-end features at a budget price of just $159. When it comes to Apple Watch inspired features, has most of the hits: the sport…
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watchOS 7.4 beta 5 brings iPhone mask unlock feature for Apple Watch closer to launch

March 24, 2021
The fifth and hopefully last developer beta version of the upcoming watchOS 7.4 software update for Apple Watch is now available. iPhone users will be able to use Apple Watch to replace Face ID and a passcode when wearing a facial covering once this update goes public. Here’s how Apple describes the feature in Face ID and Passcode settings on the iPhone: iPhone can use your Apple Watch to…
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EGEB: EVs can now be charged by tidal power on this Scottish island

March 24, 2021
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB): An electric charge point run on tidal energy has been installed on the Shetland island of Yell. Climate Action 100+ has issued its first net zero ratings of the world’s largest polluting companies. UnderstandSolar is a free service that links you to top-rated solar installers in your region for personalized solar estimates. Tesla now offers price…
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Google looks to be working on new Pixel Buds, FCC listings suggest

March 24, 2021
Two new devices have arrived for certification by the FCC, and they look a great deal like a new set of Google Pixel Buds. While the second-generation Pixel Buds were “Made by Google” through and through, the original 2018 headset was listed under the FCC identifier for Weifang Goertek Electronics. This week, two devices from Weifang Goertek Electronics passed through the FCC with model…
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