Apple has launched its RAW photo format called ProRAW with iOS 14.3 for iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max. The new format brings the traditional benefits of shooting RAW but also includes Apple’s iPhone image processing. Follow along for why and how to use ProRAW on iPhone 12 Pro.
Apple’s ProRAW on iPhone 12 uses the universal DNG file format. If you’re not already aware, file sizes for RAW or in…
New Google Pay gets simple dark theme on Android
December 16, 2020
The new Google Pay for the US launched almost a month ago in early access, and it’s now getting a straightforward dark theme on Android.
At launch, the service’s new intertwined logo is briefly shown against a bright background before switching over to gray depending…
With the Workspace suite of products, Google wants to leverage machine learning to boost user productivity. One such application of those automated smarts is in Google Meet with Live Captions, which are now available in four more languages.
Announced last year, this…
Tesla hacker unlocks Autopilot ‘Augmented Vision’ and it’s awesome
December 16, 2020
A Tesla hacker has unlocked “Autopilot Augmented Vision,” a new mode in Tesla’s autonomous driving suite, that enables to see what Autopilot can detect in real time.
It’s awesome to watch.
More than two years ago, we shared pictures on Electrek of leaked images from inside a Tesla engineering vehicle testing Autopilot.
The leak showed that Tesla was already testing its “Full…
Besides organizing and making your library searchable, Google Photos often generates videos, albums, and other fun works. Google is now creating 3D “Cinematic photos,” while more collage designs and Memories are rolling out.
With Cinematic photos, Google uses…
Cyrusher XF800 review: I’ve got a lot to say about this full-suspension fat tire e-bike
December 16, 2020
The Cyrusher XF800 electric bicycle is big. It is bold. It is crushing. Err, make that Cyrushing.
Basically, this fat tire e-bike is a lot of things and we’re going to talk about all them.
Cyrusher is an Asian import e-bike brand, and to answer your first question: The…
Google acquires CloudReady OS that turns old PCs into Chromebooks w/ plans to make official offering
December 16, 2020
Neverware lets you turn old PCs and Macs into Chromebook-esque devices through its CloudReady OS. While primarily aimed at schools and enterprises, a free “Home” edition for everyone is available. Google has now acquired Neverware and CloudReady with plans to integrate it with Chrome OS.
The news was quietly announced by Neverware on Monday afternoon. It comes after Google invested in a…
EGEB: US solar installations expected to jump 43% in 2020
December 16, 2020
In today’s Electrek Green Energy Brief (EGEB):
The US solar industry surged in 2020 despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
ExxonMobil’s investors pressure the oil giant to cut emissions, and it underwhelmingly responded.
Plans have been submitted for North…
Ahead of its January launch, the first official-looking press render of the Galaxy S21 has apparently made its way online. Courtesy of Evan Blass, here’s the front of the Galaxy S21.
We’ve already seen several leaks of the Galaxy S21 to date, but today’s render gives…
Last month, Google announced that Photos would drop free unlimited backups as part of cross-service changes to storage that also impacts Docs/Sheets/Slides. This means that more people will be paying for cloud space, and Google One is now getting a significant price cut on higher-tier plans.
Moving forward, Google One’s 10TB plan is $49.99 per month from $99.99, which is what the 20TB tier now…
