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Microsoft is yet to introduce Android app emulation in Windows 11. (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft launches Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22000.100 with more changes, improvements and bug fixes

Microsoft has released its latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build to the Programme's Dev Channel. Build 22000.100 introduces multiple changes and improvements to Windows 11, but it contains over a dozen known issues. The new buil...

Alex Alderson, 23 Jul 2021 20:56

Wear OS 3 will reach the TicWatch Pro 3 and TicWatch E3 by the middle of 2022 at the earliest. (Image source: Google)

Wear OS 3: Google confirms its new unified platform ditches all but two existing smartwatches

Google has confirmed which existing smartwatches will receive Wear OS 3, its 'new unified platform'. Only the TicWatch Pro 3 and TicWatch E3 are eligible, leaving the likes of the Fossil Gen 5, Gen 5E, Oppo Watch and Suunto 7 behi...

Alex Alderson, 23 Jul 2021 20:46

The Mi 11 will get the Memory Extension feature. (Source: Xiaomi)

Latest MIUI 12.5 build adds even more RAM to the Poco F3, Mi 10 and Mi 11 series

Ever wanted to download more RAM? Xiaomi's latest feature will allow some owners to do something of the sort. After offering a Memory Extension feature on the Redmi Note 10 Pro 5G weeks ago, Xiaomi is set to bring a more impressiv...

Ricci Rox, 23 Jul 2021 17:38

The Dolphin emulator now has an integrated Game Boy Advance for compatible games. (Image via Nintendo, Dolphin w/ edits)

Dolphin, the popular GameCube and Wii emulator, now includes an integrated Game Boy Advance

The latest version of the GameCube emulator Dolphin includes an integrated Game Boy Advance, allowing players to enjoy games that rely on a connected Game Boy Advance. These include bonus features in games like The Legend of Zelda...

Sam Medley, 23 Jul 2021 15:16

Samsung previews the "new" Galaxy M21. (Source: Samsung)

Samsung refreshes the 6,000mAh Galaxy M21 for 2021 with some spec bumps and a new starting price

Samsung has upgraded the Galaxy M21 with the...Galaxy M21. This new version of the 2020 phone has most of the original's features, its massive 6,000mAh battery included. However, it also offers a new rear panel with an updated 48M...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jul 2021 22:57

Qualcomm furthers its interest in wearables. (Source: Qualcomm)

Qualcomm seeks to strengthen its wearables arm with a new Ecosystem Accelerator Program

Qualcomm has announced that it will devote further investment and effort to its wearables business. This involves Ecosystem Accelerator Program, a new initiative to bring manufacturers, service providers, developers and vendors in...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jul 2021 22:05

The Z Fold3's latest render. (Source: GSMArena)

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 will stay cooler while gaming compared to the S21 Ultra: new leak

Samsung's 2021 Galaxy Z Fold flagship is projected to launch with the same Snapdragon 888 as its inflexible counterpart, the S21 Ultra, as sold in some regions. Now, a prominent leaker asserts that the former will cope better with...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Jul 2021 16:36

Xiaomi expands the Android 11 rollout for the Redmi Note 8 to Global ROM units

After beginning the Android 11 rollout for the European model of the Redmi Note 8 a few weeks ago, Xiaomi is now expanding its reach. Starting today, the Android 11 alongside the July security patch will reach the first batch of g...

Ricci Rox, 21 Jul 2021 13:04

MIUI 12.5 is slowly making its way to all eligible devices. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 and Mi 9 Lite grab MIUI 12.5 globally, Mi 9 receives new OS in Europe

MIUI 12.5 has arrived on the Redmi Note 7, Mi 9 Lite and Mi 9 in more regions. The OS update does not bring Android 11 to the Redmi Note 7 though, unfortunately.

Alex Alderson, 21 Jul 2021 01:50

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra will likely be one of the first smartphones to receive the MIUI 13 update. (Image source: Xiaomi/Weibo - edited)

MIUI 13 main updates leaked along with the supposed Control Center design for Xiaomi's upcoming Android overlay

The alleged main updates for MIUI 13 have been leaked just as a supposed image of the redesigned Control Center has started doing the rounds. One of the purported MIUI 13 changes is the introduction of floating windows for games. ...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Jul 2021 22:06

The OPPO Watch 2 has an official launch date

OPPO's eponymous Watch is a high-end wearable that has options with on-device ECGs. Now, it officially has a second generation, slated to launch at the end of July 2021. It is slated to integrate the latest Snapdragon Wear 4100 So...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Jul 2021 14:37

Dogecoin enjoyed over 20,000% increase in a year but has been crashing hard lately. (Image source: CoinMarketCap/Imgflip - edited)

Dogecoin co-creator puts the boot into the cryptocurrency industry and calls it an "inherently right-wing, hyper-capitalistic technology"

One of the co-creators of Dogecoin, Jackson Palmer, has been sharing some very strong opinions about the cryptocurrency industry and its involvement with “a network of shady business connections, bought influencers and pay-for-pla...

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Jul 2021 09:40

The third Windows 11 Insider Preview has started rolling out. (Image source: Microsoft)

Intel hints at Windows 11 RTM date as Microsoft rolls out another Insider Preview

Microsoft has issued a new Windows 11 Insider Preview for devices operating on the Dev channel of the Windows Insider Programme. An Intel support document has provided the first concrete evidence of when Windows 11 will RTM, too.

Alex Alderson, 20 Jul 2021 00:11

Update | The Sony Xperia 1 III is slated to get a total of 1 major Android version updates

Sony launched its latest flagship smartphone as the Xperia 1 III at a starting price of US$1,300. Despite this, the OEM has reportedly advised that it is getting only 2 years of official software support. Therefore, it is getting ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 23:08

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received three years worth of Android security patches. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 receives its final allotted update, leaving the Mi A3 as Xiaomi's last active Android One smartphone

The Xiaomi Mi A2 has received its last Android security patch, three years after Xiaomi released the handset. Now, only the Mi A3 carries the candle for Xiaomi's Android One smartphones, albeit only until 2022.

Alex Alderson, 19 Jul 2021 18:51

Sony launches its latest Glass Sound Speaker, the LSPX-S3

Sony has debuted the LSPX-S3 as the latest in its line of Glass Sound Speakers. Like its predecessors, it can blend "seamlessly" into any home's decor due to its ability to mimic a lamp with its candle-effect LEDs, visible through...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 15:53

The SIGNATURE OLED R is now available in the US. (Source: LG)

LG releases its "unprecedented" rollable TV to the US market at an extensive price

The SIGNATURE OLED R is a first-gen rollable TV, and as such incorporates cutting-edge technology in order to come in a completely new, motor-powered form-factor. However, its novel features come at a sky-high price, as US custome...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 15:09

The latest Magic3 Pro render. (Source: EquaLeaks)

Update | The Honor Magic3 Pro will look like the Huawei Mate 40

Honor has effectively confirmed a new leak alleging that its upcoming flagship Magic3 Android smartphone series would turn out looking suspiciously like another pre-existing premium device. The tip also purports to spill major spe...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jul 2021 14:17

Zepp has an advanced new wearables feature. (Source: Zepp Health)

Zepp Health plans to upgrade its Amazfit smartwatches with support for blood-pressure monitoring

Zepp Health has announced a new function for its popular Amazfit wearables at its 2021 Next Beat Future of Health conference, which it calls "Blood Pressure Measurement on the Wrist". It is based on an algorithm that estimates thi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2021 23:52

Zepp Health unveils its new OS. (Source: Zepp Health)

Zepp Health unveils its new in-house dedicated OS and chipset for next-gen smartwatches

Zepp Health, formerly Huami, has now made its replacement for its current Amazfit OS official. It is rated to be much lighter, smoother and more battery-friendly than its predecessor. Consumers might find it on next-gen wearables ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jul 2021 23:08

The unofficial Switch port is based on reVC, a reverse-engineered version of GTA: Vice City on PC (Image source: Rockstar)

Grand Theft Auto Vice City gets an unofficial port for the Nintendo Switch

reVC, a fan project to reverse engineer Grand Theft Auto Vice City’s source code, just got an unofficial port on the Nintendo Switch. Gamers will need a modded Nintendo Switch to try the game out, however.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 18 Jul 2021 18:50

Crescendo set a world record for speedrunning Super Mario Bros while blindfolded (Image source: Nintendo)

Speedrunner beats Super Mario Bros in under 12 minutes, while blindfolded

Crescendo, a Super Mario Bros speedrunner, recently posted a video showcasing a world record, beating the Nintendo classic in less than 12 minutes, while blindfolded.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 18 Jul 2021 18:10

MSI releases its latest mobile workstations. (Source: MSI)

MSI announces pricing and availability for its 2021 W-series mobile workstations

MSI's latest line of 15- and 17-inch professional-grade PCs have up to 4K displays, 11th-gen core i9 processors and RTX A5000 graphics. Some variants even have the largest-capacity batteries available to laptops. They now also hav...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 22:30

A "GT Master Explorer Edition" render. (Source: MySmartPrice)

An alleged Realme GT Master Edition surfaces on Geekbench ahead of launch

Realme is slated to debut the Master Edition of its GT smartphone later in July 2021. Prior to this, a device that might have its model number has appeared on Geekbench. If so, the new leak confirms that it will have a new 5G Qual...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 21:49

ZTE launches its Watch Live internationally for US$40

The Watch Live is the OEM ZTE's first-gen health-focused wearable. It is an Apple Watch clone with a blood oxygen sensor, all-day heart rate tracking and an IP68 rating. Its maker has now released it to its global website for just...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 17:36

The Mi A2 Lite is unlikely to receive another update. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite has received its final guaranteed update

Xiaomi has released the July 2021 security patch to the Mi A2 Lite, three years to the month that the device debuted. This month's update is the last guaranteed for the Android One handset.

Alex Alderson, 16 Jul 2021 01:39

Google News has gotten its maker into trouble. (Source: Google)

Google incurs a US$590 million fine in a news media compensation row

France's competition authority has slapped Google with a €500 million (~US$590 million) fine, following complaints from the same nation's press agency that the Mountain View giant has been using its content for the News app withou...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Jul 2021 00:27

The YH-L700A headphones. (Source: Yamaha)

Yamaha's latest on-ear headphones launch with ANC and 3D Sound Field technology

Yamaha claims to have drawn on decades of experience with enhancing 2-channel audio at the home-theater level to develop 3D Sound Field for its new YH-L700A headphones. It focuses on adapting to the wearer's head movements to keep...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Jul 2021 23:38

Both the POCO C3 and POCO M2 have been moved to the "won't get Android 12" column. (Image source: POCO/Google - edited)

Latest Xiaomi Android 12 update list relegates the POCO M2, promotes the Redmi 9T, and moves the Mi 10 to internal beta testing

A refreshed list of Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO, and Black Shark devices that will or will not be updated to Android 12 has recently been published. The unofficial list features numerous changes from the last one, including the news that ...

Daniel R Deakin, 15 Jul 2021 20:12

The Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro have no received MIUI 12.5 in multiple regions. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi rolls out MIUI 12.5 to the Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro globally

The Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro have started receiving MIUI 12.5 globally. V12.5.1.0.RJDMIXM is rolling out now as an OTA and brings MIUI's global branch in line with many others, including Europe and India.

Alex Alderson, 15 Jul 2021 19:13

Edifier launches its first-gen Hi-Res-certified TWS earbuds through Indiegogo

Edifier asserts that its NeoBuds Pro are a world first, in that they are TWS earbuds with active noise cancellation (ANC) and an official Hi-Res certification for sound quality and immersion. The new accessories also have an excep...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Jul 2021 22:08

The new Connected limited edition. (Source: TAG Heuer)

TAG Heuer announces a new Super Mario Limited Edition of its luxury Connected smartwatch

The TAG Heuer Connected is one of the most premium Wear OS smartwatches out there. Its latest, variant might be a big draw for some of its fans, with its re-designed Super Mario-themed case and colorway. On the other hand, it will...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Jul 2021 16:43

OnePlus teases the Nord 2. (Source: OnePlus)

OnePlus teases the Nord 2 with some oddly familiar-sounding display specs

OnePlus has already confirmed that the second-gen Nord smartphone will launch in late July 2021 with the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 SoC. Now, it has also revealed some display specs to build further hype for the device. Its 90Hz pane...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Jul 2021 23:31

Amazfit's new TWS earbud teaser. (Source: Amazfit)

Amazfit teases its new, heart rate-sensing TWS earbuds

Amazfit has announced that its next pair of TWS earbuds will be unveiled during its upcoming “Future of Health” event. The popular health-wearable brand claims that they will help the user improve their posture in addition to thei...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jul 2021 15:00

The Galaxy Z Fold3 might look like this. (Source: 91 Mobiles)

Samsung gears up for Galaxy Unpacked with a new Galaxy Z Fold3 certification

Samsung has long been rumored to introduce its 2021 flagship foldable as the Galaxy Z Fold3. Now, a telecomms regulator has inadvertently revealed these leaks to be true in approving it for sale in Thailand. Meanwhile, another tip...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jul 2021 00:23

MIUI 12.5 is available for the Mi 9T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro in another country. (Image source: GadgetStripe)

Xiaomi rolls out MIUI 12.5 and Android 11 to the Mi 9T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro in India

Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 12.5 to the Mi 9T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro in India. Currently, V12.5.1.0.RFKINXM is available as a Beta Stable update, but a download link has already leaked. MIUI 12.5 has already arrived on MIUI...

Alex Alderson, 09 Jul 2021 18:57

The Redmi Note 7 is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

MIUI 12.5 starts making its way to Redmi Note 7 owners with the China ROM model

Xiaomi has started rolling out the MIUI 12.5 update for the Redmi Note 7 with the China ROM. Apparently, the firmware is in a stable beta form, so there will be a testing phase before a wider rollout commences. The Redmi Note 7 wa...

Daniel R Deakin, 09 Jul 2021 12:53

A search box within the Start Menu is one of the new features in Windows 11 build 22000.65. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Windows 11 build 22000.65 brings multiple quality of life improvements to Microsoft's fledgling OS

Microsoft has released its latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build, the second in this generation's Insider Programme. Windows 11 build 22000.65 introduces numerous changes, improvements and fixes, although many known issues remai...

Alex Alderson, 09 Jul 2021 00:20

The "Pixel 6 and 6 Pro". (Source: FrontPageTech)

Rumor | Google will announce an upgrade to 5 years of software support for Pixel phones, starting with the 6 series

Google is now rumored to announce an upgraded program of software support alongside the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro. This, apparently, might involve up to 5 years' worth of updates. Should this truly be the case, it will most likely be a bi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Jul 2021 23:53

The OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T can finally be upgraded to Android 11

OnePlus has issued Android 11 Open Beta 11 to the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. Android 11 and OxygenOS 11 will be the final OS updates for the pair.

Alex Alderson, 08 Jul 2021 23:10

The Global model of the Redmi Note 8 Pro will soon receive the MIUI 12.5 and Android 11 update. (Image source: Xiaomi/Google - edited)

Redmi Note 8 Pro: MIUI 12.5 and Android 11 rollout for the Global ROM model commences for Mi Pilots

Xiaomi has announced that the MIUI 12.5 update for the Global ROM variant of the Redmi Note 8 Pro smartphone has started. The software update, which is based on Android 11, will initially be officially available to Redmi Note 8 Pr...

Daniel R Deakin, 08 Jul 2021 17:28

MIUI 12.5 has reached four more devices in Europe. (Image source: Xiaomi)

The Xiaomi Mi 9, Mi 9T Pro, Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro receive MIUI 12.5 in Europe

Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 12.5 updates to four more devices in Europe. The OS upgrades are now live for the Mi 9, Mi 9T Pro, Mi Note 10 and Mi Note 10 Pro. Xiaomi has based all builds on Android 11.

Alex Alderson, 07 Jul 2021 21:31

Google has started rolling out the July update to eligible Pixel devices. (Image source: Google)

Google rolls out July update to Pixel 3, Pixel 4 and Pixel 5 devices containing bug fixes and security improvements

The July update is now live for numerous Pixel smartphones. While the Pixel 2 series stopped receiving updates last year, the Pixel 3 series onwards is eligible for this month's update. The July update contains a few device-specif...

Alex Alderson, 07 Jul 2021 21:18

The Redmi Note 8 is now receiving Android 11 in Europe. (Source: Xiaomi)

The Redmi Note 8 is finally receiving the Android 11 update albeit sans MIUI 12.5

No, Redmi Note 8 owners, you aren't forgotten. Xiaomi has now begun the Android 11 rollout for the Redmi Note 8. The Android 11 OTA is now being sent out to the European model of the then-popular mid-range phone. It weighs in at o...

Ricci Rox, 07 Jul 2021 16:06

Could the "Buds2" really have ANC? (Source: 91Mobiles)

The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 might have ANC after all: new leak

It is thought that Samsung will introduce new TWS earbuds called the Galaxy Buds2 alongside other products such as the Galaxy Z Fold3 later in 2021. These accessories have been painted as mid-tier devices due to their rumored lack...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Jul 2021 14:48

Hefty July updates roll out to the Samsung Galaxy S20 and Note 20 series with camera improvements

Samsung is now rolling out the July security update to its 2020 flagship phones, the Galaxy S20 and Note 20 series. Phones in the two lineups get heavy OTAs weighing upwards of 800 MB, with the S20 series' listing camera improveme...

Ricci Rox, 06 Jul 2021 23:59

Audacity's place in schools may be challenged by this new privacy policy. (Source: Audacity)

Audacity facing scrutiny after new privacy policy allows data collection, makes app 13+

Audacity users were enraged by privacy policy changes made by the software's new owner, Muse Group. These changes both damage Audacity's reputation (and chances of further distribution) in the FOSS community and may violate the GP...

Loki Rautio, 06 Jul 2021 17:30

Both the MIUI and Mi Mix product lines are due a refresh soon. (Image source: Xiaomi/GSMArena - edited)

First MIUI 13 build incoming but looks like the Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 will be running on MIUI 12.5 out of the box

The first MIUI 13 build is expected to be rolled out in a beta form very soon for users of some Xiaomi smartphones with the China ROM. While it was widely expected that the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Mix 4 would be one of the first device...

Daniel R Deakin, 06 Jul 2021 13:44

The Google Play Store running on a Suunto 7. (Image source: u/alehel)

Wear OS 3.0 version of the Google Play Store starts arriving on existing Wear OS smartwatches

Google has refreshed the Play Store on Wear OS. Sporting a Wear OS 3.0 redesign, the revised app store has reached the Suunto 7 running Wear OS 2.x.

Alex Alderson, 05 Jul 2021 19:54

OxygenOS 11 and Android 11 will not arrive on the OnePlus 6 series until after Google releases Android 12. (Image source: OnePlus)

The new OnePlus Software Maintenance Schedule is not all it is cracked up to be

OnePlus has announced several changes for OxygenOS, its custom version of Android. As expected, OxygenOS and Oppo's ColorOS will merge, but this coalescence will yield a few advantages, apparently. However, it seems that OnePlus h...

Column by Alex Alderson, 05 Jul 2021 17:13