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Android 12 DP1: Lockscreen and notification shade media player gets minor UI redesign

February 19, 2021
As part of the Android 12 Developer Preview 1, the lockscreen and quick settings media player has now received a very minor UI redesign to give album art a far greater prominence than currently in Android 11. Media and the associated player controls are looking like a high priority area for Google in Android 12, with Developer Preview 1 also adding the ability to enable or disable media player…
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Most expensive electric vehicles on the road in 2021

February 19, 2021
Electric vehicles are booming. Shortened supply chains, making parts in-house, and advanced battery technologies have significantly helped manufacturers lower the costs of their electric vehicles. Consumers may soon see multiple EVs for sale under $30,000, which is exciting. But let’s forget about all of that promise right now, and visit the other end of the spectrum. What are some of the most…
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Tesla Powerwalls and other home battery packs proving more than useful in Texas blackouts

February 19, 2021
Tesla Powerwalls and other home battery packs are proving extremely useful in the current Texas blackouts following a snowstorm. Home battery packs have grown in popularity in recent years by combining them with home solar systems to optimize the use of solar power. Some have also been using home battery packs, like the Tesla Powerwall, to provide backup power in case of an outage. Events that…
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Android 12 DP1: Pixel Launcher gains new 4×5 grid option

February 19, 2021
Today’s the big day of the Android 12 Developer Preview, and we’re hunting for changes large and small. One interesting small change we’ve spotted is that the Pixel Launcher now offers a new 4×5 grid option. Last year, with the launch of the Pixel 5, Google…
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Google Fi adds new Motorola phones, running introductory ‘Unlimited’ plan promo

February 19, 2021
Motorola offers the most affordable phones on Google’s MVNO with a trio of devices launching this week. Google Fi is also introducing a promo where new Unlimited plan customers can get 50% off their first three months of service.  The Moto G Play (2021) is normally $169, but it’s currently discounted to $99, which you’ll get back as Fi bill credit. That’s also the case for the $199 Moto…
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