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#Samsung leaks One UI 6 based on Android 14. Samsung Germany announced, then deleted, a post announcing the start of the One UI 6 beta program. Some features of the upcoming OS were detailed there. The most notable new feature is a new card-based Quick Settings…
#Samsung leaks One UI 6 again.
Two days ago Samsung Germany announced, then deleted, a blog post announcing the start of the One UI 6 beta program. Now, Samsung US did the same.
The new blog post has a higher quality image of the new Quick Panel and confirms that there is a new default font. The Quick Panel can also be accessed by swiping down from the upper right corner of the screen, just like in iOS.
Other new features include new emojis in Samsung Keyboard, setting different lock screens for Modes and Routines, and a new camera widget which lets users preselect the mode and folder to save photos to.
One UI 6's beta program will run in the US, Germany and Korea.
Two days ago Samsung Germany announced, then deleted, a blog post announcing the start of the One UI 6 beta program. Now, Samsung US did the same.
The new blog post has a higher quality image of the new Quick Panel and confirms that there is a new default font. The Quick Panel can also be accessed by swiping down from the upper right corner of the screen, just like in iOS.
Other new features include new emojis in Samsung Keyboard, setting different lock screens for Modes and Routines, and a new camera widget which lets users preselect the mode and folder to save photos to.
One UI 6's beta program will run in the US, Germany and Korea.
#telegram turns 10.
On August 14, 2013, Telegram was launched on iOS, becoming one of the most popular messaging apps in the years that followed.
As a birthday present, Telegram launched Stories for everyone - not just for Telegram Premium subscribers. According to founder Pavel Durov, this makes the messaging app more like a social network. Stories, if you're unaware, launched last month for Premium users only and are built with Telegram's focus on privacy.
Location tags are also now available. Now, only Premium users can download others' stories and set an expiration date for theirs. They also now have a stealth mode, which hides them from the viewer list for 25 minutes.
To use Stories, update Telegram to version 10.0. Note that not everyone has this feature yet.
(Image: Telegram)
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On August 14, 2013, Telegram was launched on iOS, becoming one of the most popular messaging apps in the years that followed.
As a birthday present, Telegram launched Stories for everyone - not just for Telegram Premium subscribers. According to founder Pavel Durov, this makes the messaging app more like a social network. Stories, if you're unaware, launched last month for Premium users only and are built with Telegram's focus on privacy.
Location tags are also now available. Now, only Premium users can download others' stories and set an expiration date for theirs. They also now have a stealth mode, which hides them from the viewer list for 25 minutes.
To use Stories, update Telegram to version 10.0. Note that not everyone has this feature yet.
(Image: Telegram)
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Mark Zuckerberg will be fighting #Elon Musk. And we aren't talking about Meta competing with Twitter - the two billionaires will be fighting each other in an MMA fight. It all started from Elon Musk's response to news about "Project 92", the rumored Twitter…
The Mark Zuckerberg vs Elon Musk fight might be tonight.
#Elon Musk posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he will drive to Zuckerberg's house tonight as part of a test drive of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature. The test drive will be live streamed on the platform too. If Zuckerberg answers, the fight is on.
Meanwhile, in a post on Threads, Mark said that Elon isn't serious about the fight and that he will focus on competing with people that take MMA seriously instead. He also shared a photo of a fight in his backyard octagon.
If you're unaware, the two billionaires have been planning to fight since June. The fight started because of Threads, then known by its codename Project 92.
#Elon Musk posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he will drive to Zuckerberg's house tonight as part of a test drive of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature. The test drive will be live streamed on the platform too. If Zuckerberg answers, the fight is on.
Meanwhile, in a post on Threads, Mark said that Elon isn't serious about the fight and that he will focus on competing with people that take MMA seriously instead. He also shared a photo of a fight in his backyard octagon.
If you're unaware, the two billionaires have been planning to fight since June. The fight started because of Threads, then known by its codename Project 92.
The #iPhone 15 is already being assembled - in India.
Bloomberg reports that Apple's manufacturing partner Foxconn has started manufacturing the iPhone 15 series at its factory in Sriperumbudur, India. The Indian plant is getting ready to deliver the new phones weeks after phones made in China start shipping.
Apple is looking to manufacture in countries other than China. After a meeting with India prime minister Narendra Modi, Tim Cook said that India represents a "huge opportunity". And, in April, Bloomberg reported that nearly 7% of iPhones are produced in India.
However, analyst Jeff Pu believes that Apple is already cutting the production of the iPhone 15 series. He mentioned that Apple is expected to build 77 million iPhone 15s, but previously estimated 83 million iPhones to be built. According to Pu, this could be because of 2 reasons - supply issues affecting parts like the camera sensors, displays and the titanium frame to be used on the Pro model, as well as reduced demand due to the phones reportedly being more expensive than their predecessors.
The iPhone 15 is rumored to be revealed at September 12 or 13.
(Sources: Bloomberg (via CNBC), 9to5Mac. Image: 9to5Mac)
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Bloomberg reports that Apple's manufacturing partner Foxconn has started manufacturing the iPhone 15 series at its factory in Sriperumbudur, India. The Indian plant is getting ready to deliver the new phones weeks after phones made in China start shipping.
Apple is looking to manufacture in countries other than China. After a meeting with India prime minister Narendra Modi, Tim Cook said that India represents a "huge opportunity". And, in April, Bloomberg reported that nearly 7% of iPhones are produced in India.
However, analyst Jeff Pu believes that Apple is already cutting the production of the iPhone 15 series. He mentioned that Apple is expected to build 77 million iPhone 15s, but previously estimated 83 million iPhones to be built. According to Pu, this could be because of 2 reasons - supply issues affecting parts like the camera sensors, displays and the titanium frame to be used on the Pro model, as well as reduced demand due to the phones reportedly being more expensive than their predecessors.
The iPhone 15 is rumored to be revealed at September 12 or 13.
(Sources: Bloomberg (via CNBC), 9to5Mac. Image: 9to5Mac)
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Some time after discontinuing Google Glass, in 2020, Google acquired a company called North, which built the Focals AR glasses (pictured).
Then, Google started working on smart glasses with the codename Iris, which were supposed to be a sleeker version of the Focals with integration with Google services such as Maps and Lens.
Originally, Iris was supposed to look like "everyday glasses". Then, the team switched to sunglasses, and back to the original concept.
Then, Google started working on smart glasses with the codename Iris, which were supposed to be a sleeker version of the Focals with integration with Google services such as Maps and Lens.
Originally, Iris was supposed to look like "everyday glasses". Then, the team switched to sunglasses, and back to the original concept.
Here's when the #iPhone 15 series will launch.
A lot of details are known about the new phones, like the cameras, colors, the titanium frame on Pro models and that the phones will use USB-C.
Now, insider Majin Bu has posted an image on X (aka Twitter) that reveals the date of Apple's event:September 12 . It reportedly comes from a phone carrier.
However, he stated that he can't be 100% sure about this information.
A lot of details are known about the new phones, like the cameras, colors, the titanium frame on Pro models and that the phones will use USB-C.
Now, insider Majin Bu has posted an image on X (aka Twitter) that reveals the date of Apple's event:
However, he stated that he can't be 100% sure about this information.
The #iPhone 15 series will be revealed on September 12.
The date of the event was leaked, but now we have an official confirmation - and an invite.
As usual, the invite has a hint - this year, it hints at the iPhone 15 Pro's colors, which are rumored to be black, grey, white and a dark blue which is darker than the iPhone 12 Pro. These colors show off the phones' titanium frame.
Other headline features of the iPhone 15 Pro series include USB-C replacing Lightning and a periscope camera.
The date of the event was leaked, but now we have an official confirmation - and an invite.
As usual, the invite has a hint - this year, it hints at the iPhone 15 Pro's colors, which are rumored to be black, grey, white and a dark blue which is darker than the iPhone 12 Pro. These colors show off the phones' titanium frame.
Other headline features of the iPhone 15 Pro series include USB-C replacing Lightning and a periscope camera.
The #Google Pixel 8 Pro has been leaked - by Google.
Pixel phones aren't exactly known for secrecy, being some of the most leaked phones, and Google itself has often accidentally revealed upcoming models. And the Pixel 8 is no exception.
In a Google Store page advertising subscriptions was a photo of someone using a white Pixel 8 Pro. The image's description - “A person takes a call on a Pixel 8 Pro phone in Porcelain.” - confirms it and reveals the name of that color option. According to 9to5Google this will be joined by black (similar to the Pixel Fold's Obsidian color) and light blue, but we don't know the exact names.
(Source: The Verge)
Pixel phones aren't exactly known for secrecy, being some of the most leaked phones, and Google itself has often accidentally revealed upcoming models. And the Pixel 8 is no exception.
In a Google Store page advertising subscriptions was a photo of someone using a white Pixel 8 Pro. The image's description - “A person takes a call on a Pixel 8 Pro phone in Porcelain.” - confirms it and reveals the name of that color option. According to 9to5Google this will be joined by black (similar to the Pixel Fold's Obsidian color) and light blue, but we don't know the exact names.
(Source: The Verge)
This is the iPhone 15 series' new premium case.
Apple won't offer official leather cases with the iPhone 15 series, likely to protect the environment. However, we now know the premium cases that replace it.
Reputable insider Majin Bu shared a photo of "Fine Woven" cases for the iPhone 15 Pro Max, in 10 colors. The cases are made with the "Fine Woven Twill" technology and an Apple-made material.
The retail cost is rumored to be 800 yuan, or around $109.
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Apple won't offer official leather cases with the iPhone 15 series, likely to protect the environment. However, we now know the premium cases that replace it.
Reputable insider Majin Bu shared a photo of "Fine Woven" cases for the iPhone 15 Pro Max, in 10 colors. The cases are made with the "Fine Woven Twill" technology and an Apple-made material.
The retail cost is rumored to be 800 yuan, or around $109.
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"#Android XR" appears in Google's code.
We have long known about Google's upcoming virtual reality headset built in partnership with Samsung and Qualcomm. However, not many references were found in the Android OS or Google apps.
Now, tipster AssembleDebug, who often reveals upcoming features in Google apps, shared on their blog that the Play Store's code has "ANDROID_XR" listed as a form factor alongside platforms like Wear OS, phones, tablets and TV.
They also found some feature flags that tell the Play Store and Play Services if they're running on an XR device, which can then, for example, be used to recommend XR apps.
All of this could likely mean that an XR-optimized version of Android (which may be called Android XR) that will be open to various manufacturers is coming, rather than Samsung being the only company making XR devices.
(Source: AssembleDebug from the @GappsModFlags Telegram channel, via their blog)
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We have long known about Google's upcoming virtual reality headset built in partnership with Samsung and Qualcomm. However, not many references were found in the Android OS or Google apps.
Now, tipster AssembleDebug, who often reveals upcoming features in Google apps, shared on their blog that the Play Store's code has "ANDROID_XR" listed as a form factor alongside platforms like Wear OS, phones, tablets and TV.
They also found some feature flags that tell the Play Store and Play Services if they're running on an XR device, which can then, for example, be used to recommend XR apps.
All of this could likely mean that an XR-optimized version of Android (which may be called Android XR) that will be open to various manufacturers is coming, rather than Samsung being the only company making XR devices.
(Source: AssembleDebug from the @GappsModFlags Telegram channel, via their blog)
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#Google redesigns the Android logo.
The most noticeable change is a 3D version of Bugdroid, the Android mascot. According to Google it has "a lot more character" and is as dynamic as the Android OS itself. Google has been using the head of the new logo for some time now in its events, but now it's officially replacing the 2D variant everywhere.
The "Android" text logo has also changed, using a capital A and a slightly different font. These changes help connect the Android brand to Google.
The new logo should appear on Android devices starting this year, likely referring to the upcoming Android 14.
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The most noticeable change is a 3D version of Bugdroid, the Android mascot. According to Google it has "a lot more character" and is as dynamic as the Android OS itself. Google has been using the head of the new logo for some time now in its events, but now it's officially replacing the 2D variant everywhere.
The "Android" text logo has also changed, using a capital A and a slightly different font. These changes help connect the Android brand to Google.
The new logo should appear on Android devices starting this year, likely referring to the upcoming Android 14.
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Your car is probably spying on you - and collecting alarming amounts of personal data.
At least that's what #Mozilla implies by giving all 25 car manufacturers it tested, including giants like BMW and Nissan, a bad score on its *Privacy Not Included rating. The company claims that it's the worst product category it has ever reviewed.
According to Mozilla researchers, cars collect even more data than smartphones, and most of them don't give drivers any control over their personal data. The data collected includes both data like music, location and speed as well as sensitive data like genetic information and even "sex life". Worse, 84% of brands also share it with 3rd parties, and 56% share it with the government in response to even an "informal request". Additionally, 17 brands have a bad track record with cyber security.
The worst offender was Tesla. While it claims to not sell personal data, it has a questionable track record at respecting the privacy of drivers, passengers and people near its cars. Reuters reported that footage from Tesla cameras, including some containing children, was shared around internal chats. And if a driver wants to disable data collection, their car may have "reduced functionality, serious damage, or inoperability". Tesla is also being investigated about the safety of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems.
(Source: Mozilla Foundation)
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At least that's what #Mozilla implies by giving all 25 car manufacturers it tested, including giants like BMW and Nissan, a bad score on its *Privacy Not Included rating. The company claims that it's the worst product category it has ever reviewed.
According to Mozilla researchers, cars collect even more data than smartphones, and most of them don't give drivers any control over their personal data. The data collected includes both data like music, location and speed as well as sensitive data like genetic information and even "sex life". Worse, 84% of brands also share it with 3rd parties, and 56% share it with the government in response to even an "informal request". Additionally, 17 brands have a bad track record with cyber security.
The worst offender was Tesla. While it claims to not sell personal data, it has a questionable track record at respecting the privacy of drivers, passengers and people near its cars. Reuters reported that footage from Tesla cameras, including some containing children, was shared around internal chats. And if a driver wants to disable data collection, their car may have "reduced functionality, serious damage, or inoperability". Tesla is also being investigated about the safety of its Autopilot and Full Self-Driving systems.
(Source: Mozilla Foundation)
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Intel announces Thunderbolt 5 - super fast data transfers coming to a PC near you in 2024.
This is because Thunderbolt 5 has a transfer speed of up to 80 Gb/s, or up to 120 Gb/s with the high bandwidth mode.
The new standard supports multiple 8K monitors and up to three 144Hz 4K monitors. For laptops it supports 240W charging, meaning that future laptops might only need one cable for charging and data. The first devices with Thunderbolt 5 are coming in 2024.
However, this isn't the last Thunderbolt-related announcement for today, as Apple's "Wonderlust" event, where the iPhone 15 series will be revealed, is starting in a few hours. The iPhone 15 Pro series is rumored to have Thunderbolt support.
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This is because Thunderbolt 5 has a transfer speed of up to 80 Gb/s, or up to 120 Gb/s with the high bandwidth mode.
The new standard supports multiple 8K monitors and up to three 144Hz 4K monitors. For laptops it supports 240W charging, meaning that future laptops might only need one cable for charging and data. The first devices with Thunderbolt 5 are coming in 2024.
However, this isn't the last Thunderbolt-related announcement for today, as Apple's "Wonderlust" event, where the iPhone 15 series will be revealed, is starting in a few hours. The iPhone 15 Pro series is rumored to have Thunderbolt support.
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