Google introduces new family-oriented Assistant features

Mother’s Day is this Sunday in the United States, and to celebrate the holiday, Google has brought new features to Assistant. In a press release, the Mountain View company revealed Broadcast is expanding to users in a newly created “Google Family Group”, including their smartphones, and Family Bell is getting more languages. Other new features include more stories, games, and some easter eggs. Starting today, Broadcast will be able to reach you on your Android and iOS devices, not only Google Home devices in separate rooms. One user will be able to say “Hey Google, tell my...

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ZTE nubia Z30 Pro is arriving on May 20

nubia VP Mr. Ni Fei today announced that the company will unveil the Z30 Pro smartphone on May 20. nubia hasn't detailed the Z30 Pro's specs yet, but Mr. Fei said that the Z30 Pro will be the first smartphone to come with professional SLR functions. We could also see nubia introduce the regular Z30 on May 20, which appeared in a couple of renders with a curved, notchless screen. Like the Axon 20 series, the Z30 will also pack an under-display selfie camera. Leaked nubia Z30 render The back panel of the Z30 will house a quad camera setup, and the leaked pictures revealed the...

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 certified to ship with 15W charger

As leaks for Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip3 5G begin to ramp up in recent weeks, the latest information reveals information about the phone’s battery charging capabilities. As revealed by the 3C, China’s equivalent to the US FCC, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G will come with the Adaptive Fast Charge adapter in the box (EP-TA200). This charger has been bundled in with Galaxy S smartphones for years and it outputs a peak current of 15W (9V @ 1.67A). This is the same charger that was bundled with the Galaxy Z Flip. The model number listed is the SM-F7110 which represents the Chinese variant...

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US FTC report finds large companies’ anti-repair restrictions hurt small businesses and consumers

A new report has been published on Thursday by the United States Federal Trade Commission which validates anti-repair tactics used by large-scale companies. iFixIt has spent a lot of time advocating for the consumers’ Right to Repair as well as provide tools and documentation for the repair of most of today’s mainstream tech. iFixIt's teardown of the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max Major findings in the report mention a few topics that are concerning for consumers: “Warranties are being routinely voided in violation of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act”. This act, established in 1975,...

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Gboard for Wear OS updated with enhanced text input, multi-language support, and a new look

On Google’s Wear OS support page, a new entry has appeared with details outlining a new update to Wear OS’ Gboard app. Though no drastic change has been made, Gboard for Wear OS has been updated with a new appearance, multi-language input support, and enhanced correction and suggestions. Message the way you want to with the new Gboard ⌨️ on #WearOSbyGoogle.Multiple ways to message like voice, QWERTY keyboard or gestures ✔️Enhanced suggestions and corrections ✔️Multi-language support ✔️See what’s new: https://t.co/RjjtZO23Tv pic.twitter.com/dggR6HxsFc— Wear OS by Google (@WearOSbyGoogle)...

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Sony Xperia Pro reaches Europe, pre-orders start

Sony's phone-that-is-mainly-a-pro-camera-accessory, the Xperia Pro, was announced way back in February of last year, and it finally launched in the US and Japan this January with a hard to swallow price of $2,500. Today the company is announcing that the Xperia Pro is making it across the pond and over to Europe, where it will be offered in the UK, Germany, and Nordic countries. While Sony has refrained from providing an actual release date for the phone, it has announced that pre-orders have started today in the UK, and will be available until May 13. Presumably then, May 14 is the...

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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra goes on sale in the UK alongside Mi 11 Lite 5G and Mi 11 Special Edition, promptly sells out

Xiaomi's highest-end, most expensive mainstream smartphone ever, the Mi 11 Ultra, was expected to finally reach European shores on May 11, but it actually made it to the UK sooner. It went on sale today at 1 PM, for an eye watering £1,199, but even with that price tag it managed to quickly sell out - and it's still sold out. Alongside the top dog, Xiaomi UK also has a sale going for the Mi 11 Lite 5G, which can be yours for £369 - that's £30 cheaper than its usual price. And if you're feeling special, the company is offering a special edition Mi 11 with a unique back design and...

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Oppo expands its ecosystem with new TWS earphones, smartbands, Smart TVs

Oppo held a big event today, introducing a new smartphone, simply called Oppo K9 5G. The company also unveiled new TWS earphones called Oppo Enco Air, a band called Oppo Band Vitality, and new series of TV under the name Oppo Smart TV K9 - yes, just like the phone. Oppo Enco Air The wireless audio accessory comes as a lighter alternative to the Oppo Enco X. The buds come with a 12 mm driver with a composite titanium-plated diaphragm moving coil. They have 25 mAh batteries, while the case brings 440 mAh to the table, totaling the music playback up to 24 hours, 4 of them on a single...

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New Lenovo Yoga tablet teased with HDMI support

Lenovo has been teasing a new Yoga tablet on Weibo for the past few days. According to the official profile, it will come with reinvented stand mechanism and will have HDMI support, acting as a screen for gaming consoles. Lenovo Yoga Pad Pro teasers The new stand will not be a plaque, but more like sticks from reinforced metal that would allow the tablet to stay upwards, to hang above the stove (when the customer is cooking) or just to be slightly lifted from the table. The images also revealed support for a stylus with 4,096 pressure-sensitive levels for clearer lines during...

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Oppo K9 5G announced with Snapdragon 768G SoC, 90Hz screen, and 65W charging

Oppo had a big event today in China where it announced a smart TV, a pair of TWS earphones, and a fitness band. Additionally, Oppo also introduced a new 5G smartphone, dubbed Oppo K9 5G, which is powered by the Snapdragon 768G SoC, runs Android 11-based ColorOS 11.1, and has two memory options - 8GB/128GB and 8GB/256GB. The Oppo K9 5G comes with 3D liquid-cooling system for sustained performance and packs a 6.43" FullHD+ 90Hz Samsung-made AMOLED screen with a 180Hz touch sampling rate. The display also has a sixth-gen fingerprint reader underneath sourced from Goodix. For...

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Battleground Mobile India to arrive as an alternative to PUBG Mobile

PUBG Mobile was kicked out of the Indian market last fall, but now a successor is on its way, developed by the same company Krafton. The new name will be Battleground Mobile India, and this time it will bring localized in-game events. PUBG (Player Unknown’s Battleground) pulled out of the Asian country after the local government actually banned it, quoting the app was “prejudicial to the sovereignty and integrity of India, defense of India, security of the state and public order.” The real reason behind this statement was because PUBG had ties with Tencent, a Chinese conglomerate,...

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Oppo’s clamshell phone is on its way with a 7” screen

Major phone manufacturers have been working on introducing a foldable smartphone in 2021. Xiaomi has already released the Mi Mix Fold, and reports from China claim Oppo is next. According to one leakster, the upcoming phone will be a clamshell and will bring a 7” foldable panel on the inside. Motorola Moto Razr 5G The phone will have an LTPO screen, which is still an OLED panel, but a bit more power-efficient, which is key for devices with such small form factors. The new Oppo is likely to be taller and wider than the Galaxy Z Flip and the Moto Razr devices, which could make room for...

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Samsung Galaxy M11 gets Android 11-based One UI Core 3.1 update

The Samsung Galaxy M11 announced last March with Android 10 and One UI 2.0 is receiving the Android 11 update with One UI Core 3.1 - a lighter version of One UI developed for low-end devices. The new firmware carries version number M115FXXU2BUD8 and comes with the April 2021 Android security patch. Additionally, the new build brings refreshed UI to the Galaxy M11 with improved performance, better customization, one-time permissions, enhanced Digital Wellbeing, and more. You can check out the complete changelog below to learn more about the update. Samsung Galaxy M11 Android 11...

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Asus Zenfone 8 and Zenfone 8 Flip's specs and renders leak

Asus will introduce the Zenfone 8 series on May 12, and less than a week ahead of the unveiling, specifications and renders of the Zenfone 8 and Zenfone 8 Flip have leaked, painting a clearer picture of the lineup. Asus Zenfone 8 Flip The Zenfone 8 Flip, as evident from its name, will feature a flip-up camera design similar to the Zenfone 6 (aka 6z), 7, and 7 Pro. The module will include three cameras - 64MP primary, 8MP telephoto, and 12MP macro. In addition, the smartphone will support 8K video recording, and you'll be able to use the rear cameras for selfies and video...

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Honor to introduce MagicBook X series on May 7

Honor has scheduled an event for tomorrow, May 7. The brand is expected to introduce a new laptop lineup, called MagicBook X, and it seems the new devices will be thinner and more compact than ever. The venue is scheduled for 14:30 Beijing time or 6:30 GMT. The new MagicBook X could be an alternative to the MagicBook Pro - likely a device with more affordable specs while keeping the same form factor. We know practically nothing about the internals, but we can see the new MagicBook X will have two USB-A ports - one on each side. There is also a micro HDMI, a 3.5 mm audio jack and a...

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