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Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 4 ‘raise to wake’ gesture is broken following latest Wear OS updates

February 4, 2023
The Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 have proved to be some of the best smartwatches for Android users, but they’re still not immune to the occasional issue. Lately, some Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 owners have reported issues with “raise to wake” not working properly. “Raise to wake” is a fairly standard feature on smartwatches, with the option allowing users to see the time…
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Google Docs and Slides adding eyedropper tool to color picker

February 4, 2023
Google is making a small but profound usability tweak by adding an eyedropper tool to the color picker in Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drawings. Today, the color dropdown in those four apps is split into “Solid” and “Gradient.” If the default 10×8 grid don’ts have the shade you’re looking for, you can tap the Custom ‘plus’ button to enter a Hex color code or use the tool…
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First responders slam false iPhone Crash Detection alerts: ‘I’m struggling to get my daily job done’

February 4, 2023
A number of recent stories have shed light on the growing pressure that false Emergency SOS calls from iPhone and Apple Watch are putting on 911 dispatchers and first responders. The New York Times is the latest to report on this issue, with a focus on false alarms from iPhone and Apple Watch users skiing in Colorado. iPhone Crash Detection complaints mount This is a topic that has been…
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iOS 16.3 – Hardware Security Keys explained [Video]

February 4, 2023
Apple rolled out hardware security key support in iOS 16.3, but what are they, and should you consider using them? Watch my hands-on video walkthrough as I explain why Apple added hardware security key support for Apple IDs, showcase how to use hardware security keys, and…
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Oppo Reno8 T 5G and Enco Air3 launch in India

February 3, 2023
A day after its global launch, Oppo’s Reno8 T 5G is now available for pre-order in India starting at INR 29,999 for the 8/128GB trim. The phone will be available in Sunrise Gold and Midnight Black colors from Oppo India and partnering online and offline retailers. Open…
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Honor Magic5 certification confirms 66W charging speed

February 3, 2023
We have another certification listing for the upcoming Honor Magic5 flagship which confirms the phone will bring 66W fast charging as per China’s 3C agency. The new listing for the Honor Magic5 (PGT-AN00) shows the device will support up to 66W wired charging (11V/6A) via its bundled charger. This is the same speed as its predecessor Magic4 while we expect the top-dog Magic5 Pro and Magic5…
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