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Google Maps for Android now lets you set an ‘app language’ that differs from device settings

January 8, 2021
Selecting a language in Android settings applies that choice system-wide. Google Maps now lets you set a language, which can differ from the rest of your phone, for in-app menus, controls, and other settings. To access, tap your profile avatar in the top-right corner and open Settings. “App language,” with the one currently set noted inline, now appears as the first menu item. Announced for…
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Google One may soon offer free trials of increased storage

January 8, 2021
The latest update to Google Photos points to the app offering a free trial to Google One’s increased storage quota. About APK Insight: In this ‘APK Insight’ post, we’ve decompiled the latest version of an application that Google uploaded to the Play Store. When we…
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Tesla launches Model Y with Standard Range RWD and 7-seat third-row option

January 8, 2021
Tesla is launching today the Model Y with a new Standard Range RWD version and a new third-row 7-seat option. It brings the base price of the electric SUV down to just $42,000. Tesla Model Y Tesla has been selling and delivering the Model Y for almost a year now, but the buyers have been limited to only two options: Tesla Model Y Long Range Dual Motor Tesla Model Y Performance It resulted in…
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LG's webOS 6.0 smart TVs have a new UI, NFC-equipped remote

January 8, 2021
Seven years after introducing webOS as the platform for its Smart TV lineup, LG is introducing version 6.0 with a new look and feel for its 2021 4K and 8K TVs. The old blade lineup of apps is gone, with a more modern tile-based layout. LG Home Entertainment president Park…
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As WhatsApp deepens integration with Facebook, here are two alternatives for iOS

January 8, 2021
As first reported yesterday, WhatsApp will soon start sharing your data with Facebook whether you like it or not. In light of that, many people are searching for WhatsApp alternatives with deeper focuses on privacy and security. Here are two recommendations. Background First, when WhatsApp was acquired by Facebook for $19 billion, the messaging app assured users that the acquisition would not…
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Sony embraces the new Google TV interface on 2021 ‘Bravia XR’ lineup

January 8, 2021
Sony has been using Google’s Android TV platform for over six years now, but going into 2021, the company is making an adjustment. On all of its new releases going forward, Sony will adopt the new Google TV interface that was first launched with the latest Chromecast. In lieu of CES proper this year, Sony has just unveiled its 2021 lineup of “Bravia XR” TVs, which ship with the new Google…
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