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Three people have the chance to walk away with tricked-out gaming PCs courtesy of Nvidia

Nvidia is giving away Matrix-themed gaming PCs to three lucky winners

Nvidia is collaborating with Digital Storm, NZXT and Staszek "Tips" Wiertelak to give away three Matrix Resurrections-themed gaming PCs to three lucky users. Five others will get a custom GeForce RTX 3080 Ti graphics card.
Anil Ganti, 15 Dec 2021 18:54
The Creator P50 is available with mid-range components. (Image source: MSI)

MSI Creator P50: A 4.72-litre mini-PC with up to an Intel Core i7-11700 and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU

MSI is now selling the Creator P50, a mini-PC that starts at US$1,799. The Creator P50 is available with 32 GB or 64 GB of RAM and up to an Intel Core i7-11700 that MSI has paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 18:18
Netflix is running more aggressive pricing to capture more of the Indian streaming market. (Image source: David Balev)

Netflix: Indian streaming subscription plan dropped as low as INR 199 per month for any device

Netflix has cut its prices across the board. Subscriptions now start at INR 199 (~US$2.60) across all devices and INR 149 (~US$2) if you only stream Netflix from your smartphone.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 18:14
Wear OS 3 relies on Android 11, not Android 12. (Image source: Jon Prosser)

First signs of Google Pixel Watch launch software emerges

The Pixel Watch is tipped to launch next year in what could be Wear OS 3's official debut. Google has published an early build of its Android 11-based OS, providing a taste of what to expect from the company's first smartwatch.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 17:56
The Caviar Stealth 2.0 starts at US$6,370. (Image source: Caviar)

Caviar creates a bullet-proof iPhone 13 Pro with the Stealth 2.0

With the Stealth 2.0, Caviar has created a bullet-proof version of the iPhone 13 Pro. However, it has also removed its rear-facing cameras, supposedly with a view to improving privacy.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 17:50
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 is now official

Galaxy Tab A8: Samsung slyly unveils mid-range tablet with a UNISOC chipset, 10.5-inch screen, and more

The Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 is now official with a 10.5-inch WUXGA screen, UNISOC Tiger T618 SoC, 4GB RAM, and a 7,000mAh battery. It will be available in Europe in December 2022, followed by a January 2022 global release.
Anil Ganti, 15 Dec 2021 17:01
The equivalent Book Cover Keyboard for the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra will cost nearly double what the current version does. (Image source: Samsung)

UK retailer leaks accessory details for the Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8 Plus, Tab S8 Ultra and Tab A8

A UK retailer has revealed how much Samsung will charge for official Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8 Plus, Tab S8 Ultra and Tab A8 accessories. Prices start at £23.99 for the Tab A8 and rise to £248.99 for the Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 16:44
The RTX 3080 12 GB could launch in late January 2022. (Image Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia RTX 3080 12 GB specs leak: wider memory bus and bandwidth, more CUDA cores and slightly raised TGP

This model is now expected to launch in late January 2022 with 384-bit memory bus, 912 GB/s memory bandwidth, 8690 CUDA cores and a TGP of around 350 W. The performance bump over the 10 GB version is supposed to boost Ethereum hash rates by 20%.
Bogdan Solca, 15 Dec 2021 16:37
The Vivo Watch 2 will launch on December 22 in two colours. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo Watch 2: Samsung Galaxy Watch4 lookalike to launch with an eSIM and up to 7 days of battery life

Vivo has confirmed more details about the Watch 2. Launching on December 22, the smartwatch will feature an eSIM and up to 7 days of battery life. Its bezels will be much thicker than those of the Galaxy Watch4 though, to which it bears an uncanny resemblance.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 16:17
Inexpensive MSI GP66 Leopard 11UH in review: Gamer with RTX 3080 for under €2,000

85% Inexpensive MSI GP66 Leopard 11UH in review: Gamer with RTX 3080 for under €2,000

Leopard in attack mode. If you want a proper gaming laptop with an RTX 3080 and Core i7, then this has to be a high-end model, right? Wait, you want it to cost less than 2,000 Euros? So, here we go, the 15-inch Leopard from MSI joins the battle! But can it live up to its potential? We put the budget gamer with high-end hardware through its paces and elicit all its weaknesses, which it should surely have in abundance at this price.
Intel Core i7-11800H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 15 Dec 2021 14:37
Asus Vivobook Pro 16X pre-production unit review: Performance, endurance and mighty OLED display

Asus Vivobook Pro 16X pre-production unit review: Performance, endurance and mighty OLED display

Large laptop with filigree details A 400 cd/m² bright OLED display as well as strong hardware from Nvidia and AMD make the 16-inch Vivobook an attractive laptop together with the valuable aluminum casing. However, the tested pre-production device could only almost show a production-ready performance in the test.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU, 16.1", 1.9 kg
Marc Herter, 15 Dec 2021 14:06
The Vivo S12 Pro should launch on December 22 alongside at least one other S12 series smartphone. (Image source: Vivo)

Vivo S12 Pro to launch with a 108 MP triple camera and two front-facing cameras

Vivo has shared more information about the S12 Pro, scheduled for release on December 22. The S12 Pro has five cameras, including a 108 MP primary sensor. The device will launch in three colours, all with curved displays.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 13:30
The P50 Pocket appears to have a textured back panel. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei P50 Pocket: Design revealed in two new teasers with a striking back panel

Huawei continues to tease the P50 Pocket, its next foldable smartphone. The P50 Pocket is due to arrive on December 23, but the company has decided to inform fans of its stylish design ahead of time.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 13:10
The RTX 3070 Ti 16 GB will not be arriving this month. (Image source: NVIDIA)

NVIDIA reportedly delays the RTX 3070 Ti 16 GB and RTX 3080 12 GB, leaving the RTX 3050 and RTX 3090 Ti on track for CES 2022

According to reports, NVIDIA has shelved the RTX 3070 Ti 16 GB and the RTX 3080 12 GB, tipped to arrive on December 17. The pair may now arrive after CES 2022, where NVIDIA is expected to reveal the RTX 3050 and RTX 3090 Ti.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 13:05
Concept Stanza has an 11-inch display, an active stylus, and not much else. (Image source: Dell)

Dell Concept Stanza unveiled to showcase a vision of tablets without cameras, ports or speakers

Dell has revealed Concept Stanza, its vision for a productivity-focused tablet without cameras, ports or speakers. Dell sees the 11-inch tablet as a note-taking device and a laptop companion.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 12:19
Concept Pari is a small but mighty webcam. (Image source: Dell)

Concept Pari: Dell reveals a compact and versatile webcam that can be used wirelessly

The Concept Pari weighs 30 g and can capture 1080p footage. The compact webcam can live stream over Wi-Fi at 1080p too, making it more versatile than many conventional webcams. Concept Pari can be mounted to numerous displays or used as a document scanner instead.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 12:14
War Thunder 2.13 ''Winged Lions'' update now available (Source: Own)

War Thunder 2.13 "Winged Lions" comes with more Israeli aircraft, new ships and tanks across all nations, and much more

Introduced yesterday, War Thunder 2.13 "Winged Lions" is a major update that brings a wide range of Israeli aircraft (in Closed Beta stage for now, unfortunately) into the game, alongside quite a few new tanks, ships, locations, missions, improved graphics effects (air movement now has an impact on particle effects such as fire and smoke), and more.
Codrut Nistor, 15 Dec 2021 12:11
The Oppo Find N is among the cheapest foldables on the market. (Image Source: Oppo)

Oppo Find N foldable eliminates the crease and is nearly US$600 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

Oppo has finally unveiled its first foldable, the Find N. The Find N aims to improve usability over the likes of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 with a compact form factor when folded and a large-enough landscape mode when fully opened. The Find N is powered by the Snapdragon 888 and sports a 50 MP triple-camera setup along with a 4,500 mAh battery. The device will be China-exclusive for now but is set to retail cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Dec 2021 11:39
The Dell Concept Luna completely rethinks laptop design. (Image: Dell)

Dell Concept Luna explores how laptops in the near future can become more efficient, repairable and recyclable too

Dell has revealed Concept Luna, a concept laptop design that has been completely rethought with reuse and sustainability in mind from the outset. The result is a highly innovative design solution the results of which should be able to be translated to laptops in the real world in the near future.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 15 Dec 2021 11:29
The Redmi Note 11 4G, Redmi 10 2022 and Redmi 10 Prime 2022 are all the same device. (Image source: Google Play Console via @stufflistings)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 4G to arrive as the Redmi 10 2022 globally and the Redmi 10 Prime 2022 in India

The Redmi 10 2022 has surfaced on the Google Play Console. MIUI code confirms that the Redmi 10 2022 is Xiaomi's global version of the Redmi Note 11 4G, launched last month. The Redmi Note 11 4G should also be arriving in India as the Redmi 10 Prime 2022.
Alex Alderson, 15 Dec 2021 11:12
The first electric Lexus RZ 450e slated for 2022 release

The first electric Lexus RZ 450e slated for 2022 release

Lexus took the stage together with Toyota while the world's largest car maker was announcing its fleet electrification plans. Not only will there be a luxury Lexus sports car on battery power, but fans of the premium brand will be able to buy the first Lexus EV called the RZ 450e as soon as next year. Based on the joint Toyota-Subaru eZ4X platform, the new RZ may nevertheless offer more premium features, while Toyota also teased a full-size electric Lexus SUV for release at a later date.
Daniel Zlatev, 15 Dec 2021 10:34
Gigaset GS5 review - Gentle upgrade for the smartphone made in Germany

80% Gigaset GS5 review - Gentle upgrade for the smartphone made in Germany

Battery change! The Gigaset GS5 retains an old virtue this year — the removable battery — but adds a newer SoC, more memory, and a more promising camera setup. In return, it is more expensive and the power adapter is removed from the package.
Mediatek Helio G85, ARM Mali-G52 MP2, 6.3", 210 g
Daniel Schmidt, 15 Dec 2021 10:11
Intel NUC 11 Beast Canyon with Core i9 and RTX 3060 in review

Intel NUC 11 Beast Canyon with Core i9 and RTX 3060 in review

Compact powerhouse! Intel once again raises the bar for performance with the Intel NUC 11 Extreme Compute Element. The new Compute Element is used in the Beast Canyon and, together with a dedicated Nvidia GPU, makes for a powerful and compact gaming system. You can find out how well the system performs against comparable desktop systems in this review.
Intel Core i9-11900KB, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Sebastian Bade, 15 Dec 2021 09:31
The Samsung Galaxy A52. (Source: TechnikNews)

Samsung Galaxy A53 set to be saddled with the Exynos 1200 as Geekbench listing reveals lackluster performance

The Galaxy A53 will succeed the Galaxy A52 as Samsung's mid-range phone of choice. The A53 appears to have made the trip over to Geekbench, revealing its CPU, GPU, and RAM in the process. Sadly, though, CPU performance as shown looks to be rather disappointing.
Ricci Rox, 15 Dec 2021 08:00
The MediaTek Dimensity 9000 shows a strong lead. (Source

MediaTek Dimensity 9000: Leak reveals AI benchmark results and efficiency information versus the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

A new leak has now thrown more light on the performance of the upcoming MediaTek Dimensity 9000, particularly in comparison to its fiercest rival, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Information on both AI performance, efficiency, and power consumption all lean towards MediaTek superiority.
Ricci Rox, 15 Dec 2021 07:15
Dell Inspiron 14 5410 and 7415: Two convertibles as different as the left and right Twix

Dell Inspiron 14 5410 and 7415: Two convertibles as different as the left and right Twix

Dell could possibly even confuse professionals a bit with the Inspiron 5410 and 7415 convertibles. The two laptop series are identical on the outside. In terms of technology, they basically only differ when it comes to the choice of processors.
Marc Herter, 15 Dec 2021 06:55
MSI's WE76 mobile workstation combines a matte 4K AdobeRGB panel with the super powerful Nvidia RTX A5000

MSI's WE76 mobile workstation combines a matte 4K AdobeRGB panel with the super powerful Nvidia RTX A5000

As a conventional mobile workstation, the MSI WE76 primarily offers a lot of performance and numerous ports. Is that enough to stand up to the established competition from Dell, HP, and Lenovo?
Andreas Osthoff, 15 Dec 2021 06:02
The successor to Samsung's current generation wireless chargers could top up your phone within 1 hour. (Image source: Samsung)

An FCC filing for Samsung's 25W wireless charger hints that wireless fast-charging could arrive alongside the Samsung Galaxy S22

According to a recent FCC filing, Samsung is currently working on 25W fast wireless charging technology. While the tech certainly did not make it in time for the Galaxy S21's launch, Samsung's 2022 smartphone lineup could support the 25W wireless charging standard.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 15 Dec 2021 05:11
The Galaxy M33 5G is the likely successor to the M32 5G currently on the market (Image source: Samsung)

Safety Korea certification for the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G confirms mammoth 6000 mAh battery capacity

A Safety Korea battery certification filing revealed that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy M33 5G will likely sport a massive 6000 mAh battery. The large battery size could help the entry-level phone get through multiple days of use on a single charge.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 15 Dec 2021 04:22
DDR5 modules like this one from Corsair could start getting cheaper as early as Q1 2022 (Image source: Corsair)

Extreme DDR5 RAM prices might come down as early as Q1 2022, with TrendForce report predicting a 5-8 percent price decline

According to a report by TrendForce, global DDR5 prices are set to finally start coming down over the next several months. The report states that both DDR5 and DDR4 modules will get 8-10 percent cheaper by Q1 2022.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 15 Dec 2021 03:53
AMD Ryzen 3 5300U benchmarked: Intel Core i3 has every reason to worry

AMD Ryzen 3 5300U benchmarked: Intel Core i3 has every reason to worry

We already know that the latest Ryzen 7 U-series CPUs can outperform the latest 11th gen Core i7 U-series CPUs in many instances, but the differences are skewed even further in AMD's favor when moving down to the Ryzen 3 vs. Core i3 budget category.
Allen Ngo, 15 Dec 2021 03:38
The Mobiuz EX3210U is HDR600-certified (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ outs the Mobiuz EX3210U 4K gaming monitor: 32-in IPS panel has a 1ms response rate, 144Hz refresh rate, FreeSync, and HDR600

BenQ recently launched a new gaming monitor, the Mobiuz EX3210U. The new Mobiuz model is targeted at competitive gamers, with a snappy, 1ms response time and a 144 Hz refresh rate.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 15 Dec 2021 02:17
The Galaxy Tab S8 Plus could feature a 12.4-in OLED display (Image source: SamMobile)

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-powered Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Plus lands on Geekbench 5: Android 12 out of the box, but 30 percent slower than Apple A15 devices

The Galaxy Tab S8 Plus was recently spotted on Geekbench 5. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1-equipped device fared poorly against the iPhone 13 Pro's A15, and delivered just 8 percent better multithreaded performance than Snapdragon 888 devices like the Samsung Galaxy S21.The listing, however, did confirm that the S8 Plus will ship with Android 12 out of the box and feature 8GB of RAM.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 15 Dec 2021 01:26
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The paper appears to describe a next-generation GH100 HPC card (Image source: NVIDIA)

Mysterious "GPU-N" in research paper could be GH100 NVIDIA Hopper GPU with 100GB of HBM2 VRAM, 8576 CUDA Cores, and 779 TFLOPs of FP16 compute

Twitter user @Redfire75369 discovered a research paper on using low-precision GPU compute for deep learning with GPU-N. The mystery card appears to be a single-die GH100 NVIDIA Hopper GPU, offering a mammoth 779 TFLOPs of FP16 compute.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 14 Dec 2021 23:50
Coolpo AI Huddle Pana videoconference camera hands-on review (Source: Own)

Coolpo AI Huddle Pana smart conference camera hands-on: Good-looking and easy to use video conferencing solution

Due to the ongoing pandemic, solutions like the Coolpo AI Huddle Pana smart conference camera are in high demand. Although its price and feature set make it more of a business-oriented accessory, this piece of hardware can be used in multiple scenarios, including homeschooling and virtual family gatherings.
Codrut Nistor, 14 Dec 2021 23:47
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has apparently triggered a rather short-lived Dogecoin price surge (Image: Executium)

Dogecoin skyrockets after Elon Musk tweets that Tesla will accept the meme coin as payment for "some merch"

Crypto messiah Elon Musk has once again made headlines by announcing that Tesla would give Dogecoin payments a try, which apparently delighted many crypto investors and holders of the well-known meme coin in particular.
Enrico Frahn, 14 Dec 2021 23:23
Honor's new X30 teaser. (Source: Honor via Weibo)

The new Honor X30 smartphone emerges with mid-range specs and flagship looks

Honor has now announced that it will launch the X30 later in December 2021. Prior to that, it is now listed on JD.com ahead of its first retail event. This page reveals that it has a similar design to that of the OEM's current flagship phone, although it will may have a new mid-range 5G chipset instead.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Dec 2021 22:35
Intel and TSMC to collaborate at least until 2025. (Image Source: SemiWiki)

Intel could become TSMC's third largest customer by 2023

DigiTimes' sources report that Intel and TSMC agreed to enter a partnership that could extend beyond 2025. Additionally, Intel is expected to become one of TSMC's major customers as soon as the N3 nodes go online in 2023.
Bogdan Solca, 14 Dec 2021 22:06
A Vivo Watch 2 render. (Source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

The Vivo Watch 2 and its launch date are confirmed, slated to debut alongside a new phone

Vivo has officially announced that its second-gen smartwatch exists and will launch in late December 2021. It is now scheduled to do so alongside the S12, a new Android smartphone that offers the Dimensity 1200 SoC in a profoundly iPhone-like chassis.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Dec 2021 22:01
The S22 series goes hands-on in a new leak. (Source: OnLeaks via Twitter)

Rumor | The entire Galaxy S22 series appears in an alleged hands-on video

Samsung's rumored Galaxy S22 series has reportedly surfaced in a number of still-image leaks to date. Now, there is a video online that seems to show dummies of all 3 of its putative variants in the wild. The new clip may reveal various interesting details about each model, including that the highest-end of them has extra hardware features, even besides its integrated S Pen.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Dec 2021 21:33
Microsoft rebranded Xbox Game Pass for PC to PC Game Pass to appeal to PC gamers. (Image: Microsoft)

Xbox Game Pass for PC is now PC Game Pass

Microsoft declared the new name for the Xbox Game Pass for PC subscription service to be PC Game Pass. The company rebranded the service to avoid confusion and to appeal to PC gamers. The Game Pass service has come a long way since its initial launch on PC in 2019 with a slew of high-profile releases.
Aleem Ali, 14 Dec 2021 21:23
The Galaxy S22 Note, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 from left to right. (Image source: @heyitsyogesh)

Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Note wallpapers appear to confirm tweaked aspect ratios and display resolutions

Reportedly, official Galaxy S22 series wallpapers have already emerged online. Supposedly, the wallpapers reveal the aspect ratios and the display resolutions of all models, including the Galaxy S22 Note.
Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 20:07
The LG StanbyME comes with a built-in stand. (Image source: LG)

LG StanbyME: Strange Smart TV unveiled with a touchscreen, a built-in battery and a rotating stand

LG has abandoned TV conventions with the StanbyME, a Smart TV that dovetails the LG Objet series. Not only does the StanbyME have a battery, but it also has a touchscreen and a large stand.
Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 20:00
The custom-made liquid coolant is 100% biodegradable and non-conductiove. (Image Source: CoinDesk)

CleanSpark will submerge 5,940 Bitcoin mining rigs in liquid coolant to improve performance and energy efficiency

The custom-made liquid coolant is safe for the environment and also helps improve mining performance, energy efficiency plus reduce maintenance costs for the Antminer S19j ASIC machines. 8 MW worth of mining equipment will be submerged by February 2022, with the remaining 12 MW worth expected to go online throughout the remainder of the year. Hashrate should reach 600 PH/s.
Bogdan Solca, 14 Dec 2021 19:59
Leaked marketing documents confirm that the Alder Lake Core i3-12100F and Core i5-12400F will ship sans any Gracemont efficiency cores, packing only Golden Cove (Image source: Intel)

Leaked documents confirm that Alder Lake Core i5-12400F and Core i3-12100F won't have Gracemont efficiency cores

Leaked documents received and verified by Videocardz confirm that the Alder Lake Core i5-12400F and Core i3-12100F will be the first 12th-gen Intel CPUs to ship without any Gracemont efficiency cores.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 14 Dec 2021 19:47
Lenovo Flex 5 14 on sale for $649 USD with one of the fastest AMD U-series CPUs in the market

Deal | Lenovo Flex 5 14 convertible on sale for $649 USD with one of the fastest AMD U-series CPUs in the market

The AMD Ryzen 7 5700U can easily outperform any 11th gen Intel Core U-series CPU when it comes to multi-thread performance. The fact that it can be found on a relatively mid-range Lenovo convertible like the Flex 5 14 makes it surprisingly affordable.
Allen Ngo, 14 Dec 2021 19:30
The LG 65Art90 has a unique design. (Image source: LG)

LG presents Objet Smart TVs with OLED Evo panels and Kvadrat fabric covers

LG has unveiled the Objet TV series, all with OLED Evo panels. The company will showcase the TVs at CES 2022, but it has confirmed that they have Kvadrat fabric panels. Rumour has it that LG will start selling the TVs in South Korea from tomorrow.
Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 19:06
OPPO makes the Find N name official. (Source: OPPO)

Rumor | The OPPO Find N's foldable display is supplied by Samsung

The Find N is OPPO's first-gen foldable smartphone, and is said to have a main display with many high-end specs in common with that of the Galaxy Z Fold3. This, according to TheElec, is because both panels came from the same company: Samsung. Then again, the OPPO version is projected to vary drastically in its dimensions.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Dec 2021 18:41
ASUS will begin selling RTX 2060 (12 GB) SKUs by the end of the month. (Image source: ASUS)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (12 GB) finally gets a list price, but it is nearly as expensive as an RTX 3070

ASUS has confirmed how much the RTX 2060 (12 GB) should cost, a week after its supposed on-shelf date. The rehashed graphics card has between a €494 and €499 list price depending on the model, making it barely any cheaper than the RTX 3070. The high prices make the RTX 2060 (12 GB) more expensive than the RTX 3060 Ti, too.
Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 18:40
The Pixel 6 series is now receiving its December 2021 update. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro receive new features and bug fixes with new updates

Google has started rolling out new features and bug fixes to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro as part of its December 2021 updates. The Pixel Feature Drop is available now as an OTA or a factory image for both devices.
Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 18:24
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