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The Charge 5 is one of nine Fitbit devices that can now warn of atrial fibrillation. (Image source: Fitbit)

Nine Fitbit fitness trackers and smartwatches will now warn of atrial fibrillation after new update

Fitbit has begun rolling out an update that adds atrial fibrillation notifications for nine of its recent fitness trackers and smartwatches. While Fitbit has received approval from the FDA to roll out the feature, it is only avail...

Alex Alderson, 26 Apr 2022 17:30

Vivo touts the V1 Plus as a second-gen in-house ISP that improves low-light performance and dynamic range for the new X80 smartphone series

The Vivo X80 series of Android smartphones is now official, which means their V1 Plus (or V1+) image signal processor (ISP) is as well. This chipset is exclusive to the new devices, and is rated to augment some aspects of their ba...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2022 14:03

Vivo launches the mid-range S15e with a Samsung Exynos chipset and a 50MP main camera

Vivo has announced the S15e as a perhaps more affordable alternative to the new X80 mobile-photography flagship smartphones today (April 25, 2022). It has a modern design, although it lags behind a bit in terms of display refresh ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Apr 2022 20:28

Can you go diving with a new GT 3 Pro? (Source: Huawei)

Huawei teases the launch of a Watch GT 3 Pro with a potentially vastly upgraded spec

Huawei has confirmed that the Watch GT 3 Pro will make its debut soon. The OEM is also now teasing the wearable as a new deep-sea diving companion thanks to improved, apparently independently-verified ingress protection. The spec ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Apr 2022 14:14

The OPPO K10 Pro is the world's first Snapdragon 888-powered smartphone with 80W charging

OPPO has launched the K10 series today (April 24, 2022). The 2 smartphones involved have introduced an unusual list of world-firsts, including the debut of the Dimensity 8000-MAX processor in the vanilla model. The new Android 12 ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Apr 2022 22:23

LG V60 ThinQ units in the US see a long-awaited upgrade to Android 12

LG has begun to push a new major software upgrade to the V60 ThinQ in the US. Then again, the update to Android 12 has reportedly only hit those units associated with the carrier T-Mobile. This is probably one of the last times th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Apr 2022 21:46

It's widely expected that iOS 16 will bring some major software changes to Apple's supported iPhones. (Image source: Apple - edited)

Apple iOS 16 features detailed in leak roundup as iPhone 6s and iPhone SE 1 face likely end of software support

Apple is expected to reveal full details of iOS 16 at the upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference, which is scheduled from June 6 to 10. Ahead of that, a leaker has rounded up all the relevant feature rumors about iOS 16 and has ...

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Apr 2022 18:17

An allegedly Watch GT 3 Pro render. (Source: RODENT950 via Weibo)

Rumor | The Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro will launch in April 2022 with a top-end titanium-cased option

The official announcement of Huawei's upcoming Mate Xs 2 product event has led to speculation that the long-awaited Pro version of this OEM's Watch GT 3 will also make an entrance during this show. The allegedly upcoming smartwatc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Apr 2022 15:37

The Huawei Band 6 has received new features and optimisations this month. (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei Band 6 receives new features and optimisations with April 2022 update

Huawei has introduced 11.1.3.20 for the Band 6, a software update that makes a few changes to the fitness tracker. Rolling out as a 9.63 MB download, 11.1.3.20 finally brings PIN code availability to the Huawei Band 6, along with ...

Alex Alderson, 20 Apr 2022 17:49

Error code 0xc1900101 appears to mainly affect Windows 11 Build 22593. (Image source: Microsoft)

Windows 11: Microsoft confirms update problem with recent Insider Preview Build

Microsoft has announced workarounds for error code 0xc1900101 that has been affecting recent Windows 11 Insider Preview Builds installations. For some reason, the error code 0xc1900101 appears to be linked to SecretFilterAP.dll, a...

Alex Alderson, 20 Apr 2022 17:46

Say goodbye to that pesky Microsoft 365 subscription once and for all. (Image source: Microsoft - edited)

Ditch Office 365: 3 free Microsoft office alternatives for Windows, Linux and macOS

Microsoft offers two flavours of its infamous Office software: Microsoft 365 for US$69.99 per year or US$149.99 for a perpetual licence. If neither of those options sound ideal, you're not alone in thinking that. Fortunately, ther...

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Apr 2022 04:07

Windows 11's launch saga made many enthusiasts apprehensive while hardware requirements led to dismally low adoption rates. (Image source: Notebookcheck - edited)

Windows 11 taskbar downgrade and 3 other ways Microsoft is making its ubiquitous OS worse

Microsoft poised Windows 11 as a huge upgrade to Windows 10, claiming increased performance and improved security. This is partially true, especially if you are using an Intel Alder Lake CPU, but the launch of Windows 11 was marre...

Julian van der Merwe, 19 Apr 2022 03:53

The Pad 5 is on its way to India. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Pad 5 is coming to India

Xiaomi has announced that it is bringing "the next big thing" to India soon. It will come in the form of the Pad 5, one of its latest flagship Android tablets. Its new launch date suggests it will debut alongside its corresponding...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2022 17:59

Meta is tipped to "repeat all the harms" associated with Facebook as it reportedly plans a near-50% cut of all NFT sales on its platform

One of the most prominent whistleblowers who highlighted Facebook's potential for detrimental effects on human society has voiced concerns of similar ramifications arising from the company's new focus: the metaverse. On that note,...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Apr 2022 17:04

The Garmin Epix 2 has received numerous changes in this month's Public Beta builds. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Epix 2 and Fenix 7 series receive major updates with plenty new features and bug fixes

Garmin has rolled out two new updates to the Epix 2 and Fenix 7 series. Now brought up to Software Version 8.14, the pair have received over 80 changes, including new features and bug fixes. The Epix 2 has benefited from more impr...

Alex Alderson, 14 Apr 2022 17:36

Is this an X80 Pro? (Source: Yh_Liew via Weibo)

Alleged Vivo X80 Pro photo leaks hint at stunning low-light performance in the upcoming premium mid-range smartphone

Vivo is tipped to launch an X80 Pro as a flagship alternative to its new, premium X Note phablet. Now, the allegedly imminent new phone has reportedly been captured in a photo that seems to prove that it can take clear and bright ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Apr 2022 22:13

Android 12 reaches the Motorola Moto G200 in Europe

Motorola has been spotted updating its Moto G200 5G to a newer version of Android. The update has only rolled out to units of this competitive mid-ranger in Europe thus far, although it is said to expand to additional markets soon...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Apr 2022 21:21

Android 13 is expected to arrive on over 70 Samsung Galaxy devices, including several tablets. (Image source: Google)

Samsung to begin One UI 5 beta program in July with over 70 devices rumoured to receive Android 13

Reportedly, Samsung is gearing to upgrade over 70 devices to Android 13 from this autumn onwards. However, the company is slated to open its One UI 5 beta program much earlier, potentially when Android 13 reaches Platform Stabilit...

Alex Alderson, 13 Apr 2022 15:43

The longer I stare at this screen the slower the update seems... (Image source: Unsplash)

iOS 15.4.1: 3 surprising reasons why iPhone users should update

Though Apple released iOS 15.4.1 just under a couple of weeks ago, many iPhone users still running an earlier version of iOS 15 may be at risk due to a major security flaw that Apple says “may have been actively exploited”. Take a...

Brahm Shank, 12 Apr 2022 20:18

The v39 Meta Quest update adds a new Mountain Study Home environment. (Image source: Meta Quest)

Meta Quest announces v39 update bringing Share to Headset to iOS devices

The next update for Meta Quest devices, v39, has been announced. The update, which will roll out in the next few weeks, includes a new Home environment named Mountain Study. Other improvements include multitasking features which h...

Polly Allcock, 12 Apr 2022 17:32

TCL unleashes its new flagship soundbar with second-gen RayDanz technology on the European market

TCL has introduced 3 of its latest soundbars to European customers, each of which comes with its own subwoofer and Bluetooth for wireless streaming. The highest-end of this new line-up also features the latest generation of in-hou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Apr 2022 15:53

TCL preivews its latest TVs. (Source: TCL)

TCL announces its latest 4K TVs with upgraded VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium and more

TCL has now launched its latest C- and P-series Google TVs in the European market. These units are all 4K, although the OEM's miniLED technology is reserved for the new C93 and C83 lines. However, even the QLED C63 models feature ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Apr 2022 14:50

WristChat enables you to respond to WhatsApp messages from your Apple Watch. (Image source: Adam Foot)

Apple Watch users can now reply to WhatsApp messages on the device thanks to WristChat

A new app, WristChat, enables Apple Watch users to respond to messages from the device. You can reply to a message using Scribble, Voice Dictation, or the custom-built WristBoard, a keyboard designed for the smaller screen with sw...

Polly Allcock, 12 Apr 2022 12:15

WWDC will be software-heavy again this year. (Image source: Apple)

WWDC 2022: Apple analyst predicts innovations for iOS 16, iPadOS 16 and watchOS 9, plus an rOS sneak peek for upcoming mixed reality headset

Reportedly, Apple will unveil major updates for all its operating systems at WWDC 2022 in June. Also, the company could even tease rOS, the OS for its mixed reality headset. Unfortunately, neither rOS nor the headset will be ready...

Alex Alderson, 11 Apr 2022 19:09

Vivo Pad: The first-gen tablet is now official, complete with Snapdragon silicon, a 2.5K screen and more

Vivo has introduced its inaugural Pad today (April 11, 2022). This device might be the brand's first ever Android tablet, although it would be hard to tell given how it stacks up compared to others in its market. The new slate's d...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Apr 2022 17:59

The IMX866 might start appearing in the camera humps of the future. (Source: Weibo)

IMX866: More details on Sony's alleged next-gen 50MP sensor for flagship smartphone cameras emerge

Some recent leaks have pointed to Sony IMX "800-" (and "900-") series cameras that will grace the high-end Android phones of the near future. Now, a famous tipster claims to outline how one of these next-gen 50MP sensors will impr...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Apr 2022 19:40

Android 12-based MIUI 13.0.2 now available for Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro (Source: Own)

MIUI 13 finally hits the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro, but it's far from perfect

After a long wait, Android 12 arrived on the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro in Europe (and other regions, since the update is a global one) as MIUI 13.0.2. The update package has 3.3 GB in size and includes quite a few changes and fixes, but a...

Column by Codrut Nistor, 10 Apr 2022 18:48

The Google Pixel 6 series. (Source: Techidroid)

Update | Face unlock option appears in Google Pixel 6 screen lock settings

The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro still do not have face unlock, six months after they were released. That may be set to change shortly, though, as a Pixel 6 owner has revealed sighting of a face unlock option in their phone's se...

Ricci Rox, 10 Apr 2022 14:48

An exploded-view render of a oneday Mojo Lens. (Source: Mojo Vision)

Mojo Vision demos the most advanced prototype of its AR contact lens yet

Mojo Vision is one of a handful of companies that operates on the hypothesis that the glasses for the augmented-reality (AR) experiences of today will eventually evolve into contact lenses capable of roughly the same thing. To thi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Apr 2022 19:00

All new hybrid and fully electric Volvo cars will now have OTA update capabilities. (Image source: Volvo)

Volvo promises over-the-air updates for all of its electric vehicles

Volvo has announced that all new hybrid and fully electric cars will have over-the-air update abilities. This feature was already available on the battery EVs, with the XC90, S60 and V60 models now receiving this tool. Volvo's eig...

Polly Allcock, 08 Apr 2022 14:19

The eleventh Polestar 2 OTA update will bring the latest Android Automotive OS, Android 11, to the car. (Image source: Polestar)

Polestar 2 vehicles will receive an update this month, including Android 11

Android 11 and other feature improvements are being rolled out via an over-the-air update to Polestar 2 vehicles this month. The new OS will bring additional Google Play store app categories to the car. Other improvements include ...

Polly Allcock, 08 Apr 2022 14:07

iPhone users have to deal with a couple of annoying bugs and issues after the recent iOS 15.4.1 update (Image: Apple)

iPhone users complain about several issues after iOS 15.4.1 update

Even after the update to iOS 15.4.1, some iPhone owners have unfortunately suffered from a few annoying problems with the synchronization of iMessages as well as the location services in some of Apple's stock apps, which apparentl...

Enrico Frahn, 07 Apr 2022 23:30

Cannot wait for "Google Maps 3 - No Way Home" (Image source: Google/Apple/Edited)

Google Maps update: 5 features that are finally here

Earlier this week, Google previewed a number of new features and enhancements that are making their way to Google Maps on iOS and Android in the coming months. While some new additions have users saying “finally” others are welcom...

Brahm Shank, 07 Apr 2022 21:08

The GTS 2 Mini New Version. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit teases a New Version of the GTS 2 Mini to launch in India soon

The GTS 2 Mini is a better-priced example of Amazfit's popular line of health- and fitness-tracking smartwatches. Now, the brand has announced a re-release for this product, with new colors and slightly modified specs this time ar...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Apr 2022 20:00

Rumor | OPPO will launch a smartphone with its own in-house SoC by 2024

OPPO is one of a handful of Android mobile device OEMs that has released a phone with first-party silicon, in the form of a co-processor for the main SoC supplied by either Qualcomm or MediaTek thus far. Now, according to the late...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Apr 2022 19:27

The Galaxy Watch4 series has received another update ahead of Google I/O 2022. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic gain Samsung Health improvements with their latest updates

Samsung has released a new update to the Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Watch4 Classic, still the only smartwatches with Wear OS 3. This month's update arrives as R8xxXXU1FVC8 and contains a few minor changes.

Alex Alderson, 07 Apr 2022 17:31

South Korean Galaxy S22 sales reportedly falter in the wake of the GOS scandal

The demand for Galaxy S22-series devices has reportedly started to flag in Samsung's native South Korea. Carriers in the country have responded to this drop in sales by increasing subsidies for the phones. It is not certain that t...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Apr 2022 21:32

Not an April Fools' joke after all: Twitter is really adding an edit button, but only for Blue subscribers

It looks like the Twitter devs were not actually trolling us when they revealed the implementation of an edit button a few days ago. The dev team claims that Elon Musk's latest poll has nothing to do with this, as the feature has ...

Bogdan Solca, 06 Apr 2022 20:31

WWDC 2022: Dates and events for the upcoming developer conference are confirmed by Apple

Apple has issued a "call to code" with its official WWDC 2022 announcement. The Cupertino giant has now outlined some events and activities that will form part of this show, tipped to unveil the latest in software for its iPads, M...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Apr 2022 17:39

Samsung takes the Galaxy S9 series off its supported devices list

Samsung's 2018 flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus, have remained eligible for Android security patch upgrades, even if only 4 times a year. Now, however, that has come to an end, leaving the devices completely cut off...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Apr 2022 21:44

Samsung upgrades the Galaxy Buds2 and Buds Live to 360 Audio

360 Audio is a new feature baked into the flagship Galaxy Buds Pro earphones at their launch, and is touted as Samsung's answer to the Spatial Audio found in some Apple audio products. It is also available to the Galaxy Buds Live ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Apr 2022 18:39

A path traced mod of the 90’s game Doom is now available. (Image source: Sultim-t via GitHub)

A path traced mod of Doom has been released

Modder Sultim-t has released a path traced mod of the 1993 video game Doom. Available via GitHub, the mod allows you to play the first three episodes of Doom with real-time path tracing. Currently, the mod only works with Nvidia G...

Polly Allcock, 05 Apr 2022 12:42

Rumor | POCO readies its next smartphone for launch with an FCC registration

Xiaomi's sub-brand POCO has certified a new device with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), thereby re-igniting rumors of a new C-series Android phone in the works. Accordingly, the new leak might offer an insight into wh...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 04 Apr 2022 22:24

The V50 ThinQ should start receiving its final OS update later this quarter. (Image source: Expert Reviews)

LG confirms Android 12 updates for three more smartphones this quarter

LG has announced its Android 12 upgrade plans for this quarter, but only for three devices. The timescale is likely to apply to handsets sold in South Korea too, not worldwide. By contrast, other LG smartphones will have to make d...

Alex Alderson, 04 Apr 2022 22:01

The Garmin Fenix 6 has received numerous changes and improvements with its latest beta software update. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Fenix 6 series receives a substantial update including support for Connect IQ system 5

Garmin has issued a new update for the Fenix 6 series that introduces plenty of changes to the former flagship smartwatch. Rolling out as version 20.82, the update adds support for Connect IQ system 5 and an Endurance Horseback Ri...

Alex Alderson, 04 Apr 2022 00:16

The Garmin Forerunner 945 now supports a new workout mode and has improved sleep tracking functionality. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin Forerunner 945 benefits from Fenix 7 features with its latest extensive software update

Thanks to its latest software update, the Forerunner 945 has gained several features from the Fenix 7. The update, which arrives as software version 9.56, is available to download now from Garmin’s website.

Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2022 23:29

Time for the Xiaomi Mi 9 SE to join many other Mi and Redmi phones on the EOS list. (Image source: Xiaomi/Unsplash - edited)

Xiaomi Mi 9 SE and Mi Play join 68 other Mi and Redmi phones on Xiaomi's end-of-support product list

The Xiaomi Security Center has posted a refreshed list of smartphones that have reached their end-of-support (EOS) status. Two new devices have appeared on the list in the forms of the popular Xiaomi Mi 9 SE and the Xiaomi Mi Play...

Daniel R Deakin, 03 Apr 2022 22:24

The next Galaxy F device might look like this. (Source: Samsung)

A "Samsung Galaxy F13" is spotted on Geekbench

A new Android smartphone from Samsung might be poised to bring a 50MP main camera to the ~US$150 bracket in countries such as India soon. This device, complete with a model number that could place it in the Galaxy F series, is dep...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2022 21:15

Rumor | Huawei's 2022 flagship foldable smartphone moves in on a launch with a new certification

Huawei is rumored to provide a successor to the Mate X2 premium foldable phablet in 2022, even if it can't support 5G. Now, a device with its alleged model number has reportedly been approved for sale by the regulator 3C. Therefor...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Apr 2022 22:33

Google is slated to bake smart-tag detection directly into a future version of Android

Today might be April 1, 2022; however, the potential for privacy incursion that has grown with the rise of smart tags is no fooling matter. Google certainly seems to think so, at least, as it might be working on a way to set an An...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Apr 2022 21:35