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#elon Musk has discussed the idea of making #twitter paid: But all of that could be a prelude to the biggest change of all: charging most or all users a subscription fee to use Twitter. Both Musk and Sacks have discussed the idea in recent meetings, according…
A week after the launch of the new Blue with verification, #twitter has stopped offering the subscription.
This was likely because Twitter users started to abuse the $8 subscription to impersonate companies, public figures and even Chief Twit #elon Musk himself to post fake news, leading to stocks of several companies dropping in value. There were also some more humorous fake tweets, such as a fake Pepsi account tweeting that "Coke is better".
The social network is also testing an "Official" badge to help tell apart Twitter Blue subscribers from actual verified accounts.
This was likely because Twitter users started to abuse the $8 subscription to impersonate companies, public figures and even Chief Twit #elon Musk himself to post fake news, leading to stocks of several companies dropping in value. There were also some more humorous fake tweets, such as a fake Pepsi account tweeting that "Coke is better".
The social network is also testing an "Official" badge to help tell apart Twitter Blue subscribers from actual verified accounts.
New details about #Google's Pixel Fold have leaked, including renders of the phone.
New details about the #Pixel Fold have leaked, including some specs and renders.
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And now, iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. Both phones use last year's A15 processor.
#apple have launched satellite service for the iPhone 14 in the US.
#qualcomm have announced the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, which will be used in 2023 flagship phones.
The processor features 4 performance, 3 efficient and 1 prime core. It supports the AV1 codec, with videos at up to 8K at 60fps, and remains compatible with 32-bit apps.
The GPU now supports ray tracing. Displays with 4K at 60Hz and Quad HD at 144Hz are also supported.
The new processor can record video in formats like HDR10+ and Dolby Vision and supports Wi-Fi 7. The first phones with the chip are coming soon. The first brands to release phones with the 8 Gen 2 are yet to be announced, but Xiaomi, OnePlus and Motorola have confirmed that they will be releasing phones with the new chip.
The processor features 4 performance, 3 efficient and 1 prime core. It supports the AV1 codec, with videos at up to 8K at 60fps, and remains compatible with 32-bit apps.
The GPU now supports ray tracing. Displays with 4K at 60Hz and Quad HD at 144Hz are also supported.
The new processor can record video in formats like HDR10+ and Dolby Vision and supports Wi-Fi 7. The first phones with the chip are coming soon. The first brands to release phones with the 8 Gen 2 are yet to be announced, but Xiaomi, OnePlus and Motorola have confirmed that they will be releasing phones with the new chip.
European models of the #Galaxy S23 will use a #Snapdragon processor.
As revealed by the famous Ice Universe, the European version of the Galaxy S23 series will use a Samsung exclusive "high-frequency version" of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Previous generations of European Galaxy S phones used Samsung's own #Exynos processors instead.
(Source: Ice universe on Twitter, image: benchmark of the S23 Ultra)
As revealed by the famous Ice Universe, the European version of the Galaxy S23 series will use a Samsung exclusive "high-frequency version" of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2.
Previous generations of European Galaxy S phones used Samsung's own #Exynos processors instead.
(Source: Ice universe on Twitter, image: benchmark of the S23 Ultra)
Some of the rumored specs of the #iPhone 15 series have leaked:
- First, the iPhone 15 Pro Max might be renamed to the iPhone 15 Ultra.
- The iPhone 15 lineup is rumored to come with USB-C. The regular iPhone 15 and 15 Plus will support USB 2.0, which is the same standard as Lightning, with the high end models supporting at least USB 3.2 and Thunderbolt 3.
- The new iPhones will likely have solid state buttons, like Mac touchpads and the home button of the iPhone 7 and later models. This means that the buttons won't move physically, using an extra Taptic Engine to imitate the feeling of a button press. This change will likely be adopted by high-end Android smartphones too.
- The iPhone 15 Pro and Ultra will likely have a titanium frame, which might be curved. The 2023 flagships might also have an #Apple-designed modem with support for 6G and Wi-Fi 7.
Keep in mind that most of these are rumors, and might change before the phones are released.
- First, the iPhone 15 Pro Max might be renamed to the iPhone 15 Ultra.
- The iPhone 15 lineup is rumored to come with USB-C. The regular iPhone 15 and 15 Plus will support USB 2.0, which is the same standard as Lightning, with the high end models supporting at least USB 3.2 and Thunderbolt 3.
- The new iPhones will likely have solid state buttons, like Mac touchpads and the home button of the iPhone 7 and later models. This means that the buttons won't move physically, using an extra Taptic Engine to imitate the feeling of a button press. This change will likely be adopted by high-end Android smartphones too.
- The iPhone 15 Pro and Ultra will likely have a titanium frame, which might be curved. The 2023 flagships might also have an #Apple-designed modem with support for 6G and Wi-Fi 7.
Keep in mind that most of these are rumors, and might change before the phones are released.
The #Galaxy S23 series might have satellite connectivity, like the #iPhone 14.
A report states that #Samsung is working with satellite communication company Iridium to add satellite connectivity to the Galaxy S23 series.
The report says that Samsung is working on bringing text messaging and low-resolution picture sharing over a satellite connection to the upcoming flagships.
Currently the only smartphones from major brands with satellite connectivity are the iPhone 14 series (partnering with GlobalStar) and the #Huawei Mate 50 Pro (using Beidou satellites).
Source: ETNews (via SamMobile), image: Technodroid
A report states that #Samsung is working with satellite communication company Iridium to add satellite connectivity to the Galaxy S23 series.
The report says that Samsung is working on bringing text messaging and low-resolution picture sharing over a satellite connection to the upcoming flagships.
Currently the only smartphones from major brands with satellite connectivity are the iPhone 14 series (partnering with GlobalStar) and the #Huawei Mate 50 Pro (using Beidou satellites).
Source: ETNews (via SamMobile), image: Technodroid
#waymo will launch its Waymo One self-driving taxis to the public in San Francisco.
The company has received an autonomous vehicle permit from the California PUC, and will unlock the new feature for people in the wait-list soon.
The Alphabet-backed company has been testing its fully autonomous cars in the city since 2021 as part of it's Trusted Tester program.
(Source: Waymo on Twitter)
The company has received an autonomous vehicle permit from the California PUC, and will unlock the new feature for people in the wait-list soon.
The Alphabet-backed company has been testing its fully autonomous cars in the city since 2021 as part of it's Trusted Tester program.
(Source: Waymo on Twitter)
#elon Musk is ready to launch a competitor to the iPhone and Android phones.
Twitter owner and billionaire Elon Musk tweeted that he is ready to launch his own phone brand with an alternative OS if Apple and Google remove Twitter from their app stores, as a reply to conservative author Liz Wheeler.
According to Liz half of America would switch from iPhones and Android phones to phones made by Elon, and Musk's tweet had a lot of positive replies. However it's unknown if this will actually happen once the new phones come out.
Source: Elon Musk on Twitter
Twitter owner and billionaire Elon Musk tweeted that he is ready to launch his own phone brand with an alternative OS if Apple and Google remove Twitter from their app stores, as a reply to conservative author Liz Wheeler.
According to Liz half of America would switch from iPhones and Android phones to phones made by Elon, and Musk's tweet had a lot of positive replies. However it's unknown if this will actually happen once the new phones come out.
Source: Elon Musk on Twitter
The #Galaxy S23 series' accessories have leaked.
As revealed by leaker Roland Quandt, the phones will have the following cases and colors:
- Leather Cover, in Camel, Black, Green
- Silicone Cover with Strap, in Black, White
- Silicone Cover, in Khaki, Navy, Orange, Cotton, Violet
- Frame Cover, in Black, White
- Clear View Cover, in Black, Violet, Khaki, Creme
- Transparent Cover, Ultrafine
The S Pen will be available in Black, Rose, Green and Beige, seemingly confirming the S23 Ultra's colors.
Besides the cases, renders of a new 10000 mAh power bank supporting 25W fast charging have leaked.
(Source: SamMobile)
As revealed by leaker Roland Quandt, the phones will have the following cases and colors:
- Leather Cover, in Camel, Black, Green
- Silicone Cover with Strap, in Black, White
- Silicone Cover, in Khaki, Navy, Orange, Cotton, Violet
- Frame Cover, in Black, White
- Clear View Cover, in Black, Violet, Khaki, Creme
- Transparent Cover, Ultrafine
The S Pen will be available in Black, Rose, Green and Beige, seemingly confirming the S23 Ultra's colors.
Besides the cases, renders of a new 10000 mAh power bank supporting 25W fast charging have leaked.
(Source: SamMobile)