Wireless standards continue to evolve, and while the iPhone 13 supports Wi-Fi 6, Apple is expected to adopt the more advanced Wi-Fi 6e tech in the iPhone 14. However, a new Ming-Chi Kuo report says that the company may find key components in short supply.
We previously outlined the key benefit of Wi-Fi 6e over the plain Wi-Fi 6 version …
The executive summary is that there are certain radio…
Apple launches ‘Self Service Repair,’ allowing you to do your own iPhone screen repairs and more
November 17, 2021
Apple has a big announcement for the repair industry today. The new “Self Service Repair” program will allow customers to complete their own repairs on their devices, including common repairs such as battery replacements, iPhone screen replacements, and more.
Through…
Google is no stranger to UI tests and tweaks, and it seems as though the “last updated” section on app Play Store listings isn’t safe from such tinkering.
According to reports over on Reddit first spotted by the team over at AndroidPolice, Google is testing the…
Samsung confirms more devices for Android 12 update, roadmap for when to expect rollouts [U]
November 17, 2021
Android 12 is still a very new version of the platform, but Samsung is launching the update for its Galaxy devices less than a month after Google’s own Pixel phones. More devices will be updated over the coming months, and Samsung has confirmed a preliminary list of devices that will be updated.
This article will be continuously updated with new devices as rollouts begin.
Table of…
Porsche launches new GTS versions of the Taycan electric car
November 17, 2021
As expected, Porsche is adding new GTS versions of the Taycan electric sedan and Cross Turismo to offer a longer range alternative to the Turbo versions.
At the LA Auto Show today, the automaker unveiled the Taycan GTS and Taycan GTS Sport Turismo.
Kevin Giek, vice…
Meyer Optik Görlitz Opens New Lens Factory in Hamburg, Germany
November 17, 2021
Meyer Optik Görlitz has announced that it has opened a new manufacturing facility in Hamburg, Germany. This new lens factory welcomes visitors, will expand to include a showroom, and will be used to produce new lenses for global distribution.
While the company name is…
Google nets Giannis Antetokounmpo as ‘new face’ of the Pixel 6
November 17, 2021
The Pixel 6 has seen more advertising than any past Google device, and the marketing campaign is continuing with Giannis Antetokounmpo becoming the “new face” of the NBA’s “Official Fan Phone.”
Just before the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro unveil in October, Google and NBA announced a renewed partnership that saw Pixel become the Official Fan Phone of the NBA, NBA G League, and NBA 2K League. The…
Seán Doran turns astro images into wonderful videos. We’ve seen his work before and Doran’s use of still images from organizations like NASA and JAXA to create stunning videos is incredible. Doran’s latest creation is a remastered video of the Sun.
Doran…
Quick Charge Podcast: November 16, 2021
November 17, 2021
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…
Here’s every electric vehicle that currently qualifies for the US federal tax credit
November 17, 2021
As sales of electric vehicles continue to surge, many new and prospective customers have questions about qualifying for federal tax credit on electric vehicles.
Whether you qualify is not a simple yes or no question… well, actually it sort of is, but the amount you may qualify for varies by household due to a number of different factors. Furthermore, there are other potential savings available…
