The Pixel 8 hasn't been announced yet - but here's the Pixel 8a.
Alleged hands-on images of the 2024 Google phone in a light blue color have been posted on X, formerly Twitter, by user yabhishekhd.
From the leaked images, the phone looks similar to the unannounced Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, with rounder corners. It's also claimed to have Google's upcoming Tensor G3 chip. This follows Google's traditions for A-series phones.
The Pixel 8a launches in 2024, likely at Google's I/O developer conference. The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, however, launch on October 8.
(Source: 9to5Google)
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Alleged hands-on images of the 2024 Google phone in a light blue color have been posted on X, formerly Twitter, by user yabhishekhd.
From the leaked images, the phone looks similar to the unannounced Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, with rounder corners. It's also claimed to have Google's upcoming Tensor G3 chip. This follows Google's traditions for A-series phones.
The Pixel 8a launches in 2024, likely at Google's I/O developer conference. The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, however, launch on October 8.
(Source: 9to5Google)
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YouTube announces Create, a mobile video editing app.
At its Made with YouTube event, the #Google-owned video platform announced a new app that would "streamline the production process" of both Shorts and long-form video for mobile creators.
It has basic features like trimming and transitions, as well as advanced features like voiceover and captioning. It can also access free music from YouTube's Audio Library. A beta version of YouTube Create is available now in select markets on Android.
In addition, YouTube also revealed a lot of features powered by generative AI, like searching for music via chat or automatic dubbing.
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At its Made with YouTube event, the #Google-owned video platform announced a new app that would "streamline the production process" of both Shorts and long-form video for mobile creators.
It has basic features like trimming and transitions, as well as advanced features like voiceover and captioning. It can also access free music from YouTube's Audio Library. A beta version of YouTube Create is available now in select markets on Android.
In addition, YouTube also revealed a lot of features powered by generative AI, like searching for music via chat or automatic dubbing.
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The camera features and specifications of the #Pixel 8 have leaked.
Kamila Wojciechowska, known for her great track record in Pixel leaks, has shared promotional material for the upcoming Pixel 8 series.
As shown in a leaked promo video, the camera will get AI powered features like face changing and Audio Eraser, which removes noise from video. Magic Editor, first revealed at Google I/O, will also get a release. And, for the first time ever, the new Pixel phones have a manual/pro controls mode. The Pixel 8 Pro will get auto-focus for the front camera, while the Pixel 8 will receive a macro mode.
Kamila also shared an ad for Google's Pixel for Business program, which reveals more specs about the upcoming phones, including the price - the Pixel 8 Pro's price remains unchanged, while the Pixel 8 will become more expensive, at $799. The specs also confirm that the Pixel 8 will support 60-120Hz refresh rate, while the Pixel 8 Pro will get 1-120Hz.
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Kamila Wojciechowska, known for her great track record in Pixel leaks, has shared promotional material for the upcoming Pixel 8 series.
As shown in a leaked promo video, the camera will get AI powered features like face changing and Audio Eraser, which removes noise from video. Magic Editor, first revealed at Google I/O, will also get a release. And, for the first time ever, the new Pixel phones have a manual/pro controls mode. The Pixel 8 Pro will get auto-focus for the front camera, while the Pixel 8 will receive a macro mode.
Kamila also shared an ad for Google's Pixel for Business program, which reveals more specs about the upcoming phones, including the price - the Pixel 8 Pro's price remains unchanged, while the Pixel 8 will become more expensive, at $799. The specs also confirm that the Pixel 8 will support 60-120Hz refresh rate, while the Pixel 8 Pro will get 1-120Hz.
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#samsung teams up with none other than MrBeast.
The company is sponsoring the famous YouTuber, with the Galaxy Z Flip5 and S23 Ultra becoming his official vlog cameras starting from his most recent video about a $2 million hydrogen car. The video also has an ad for the Galaxy Z Flip5.
According to Samsung, this was done to "showcase what’s possible with a Galaxy smartphone for aspiring and professional creators".
This is the latest example of smartphone companies partnering with content creators to show off their camera innovation. Another recent example is the music video for Olivia Rodrigo's "get him back", which was shot on iPhone 15 Pro.
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The company is sponsoring the famous YouTuber, with the Galaxy Z Flip5 and S23 Ultra becoming his official vlog cameras starting from his most recent video about a $2 million hydrogen car. The video also has an ad for the Galaxy Z Flip5.
According to Samsung, this was done to "showcase what’s possible with a Galaxy smartphone for aspiring and professional creators".
This is the latest example of smartphone companies partnering with content creators to show off their camera innovation. Another recent example is the music video for Olivia Rodrigo's "get him back", which was shot on iPhone 15 Pro.
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Here are the specs of the #Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.
Prolific leaker Kamila Wojciechowska, together with 91mobiles, has shared the full spec sheets of the upcoming phones.
The most important change is a guarantee of 7 years of updates. While we don't know the amount of Android versions the phones will receive, this surpasses most other Android brands including Samsung and OnePlus, and might come close to Apple, which supports iPhones for around 7 years with new iOS versions.
Other specs include a 6.2-inch "Actua" display for the Pixel 8 and a 6.7-inch "Super Actua" display for the Pixel 8 Pro. The phones will get a 4575 mAh and 5050 mAh battery respectively, with support for 30W fast charging. Both phones will include a front camera with auto focus and face unlock. For storage, the Pixel 8 will have 128 and 256 GB variants, while the 8 Pro will also be available in a 512GB and 1TB (US only) variant.
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Prolific leaker Kamila Wojciechowska, together with 91mobiles, has shared the full spec sheets of the upcoming phones.
The most important change is a guarantee of 7 years of updates. While we don't know the amount of Android versions the phones will receive, this surpasses most other Android brands including Samsung and OnePlus, and might come close to Apple, which supports iPhones for around 7 years with new iOS versions.
Other specs include a 6.2-inch "Actua" display for the Pixel 8 and a 6.7-inch "Super Actua" display for the Pixel 8 Pro. The phones will get a 4575 mAh and 5050 mAh battery respectively, with support for 30W fast charging. Both phones will include a front camera with auto focus and face unlock. For storage, the Pixel 8 will have 128 and 256 GB variants, while the 8 Pro will also be available in a 512GB and 1TB (US only) variant.
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#Google celebrates its 25th birthday.
Technically, today isn't Google's birthday - the company was founded on September 8, 1998, while google.com was registered a year earlier, on September 15th, 1997. But every year Google picks a slightly different date to celebrate its birthday.
To celebrate, Google has added an Easter egg - searching for "happy birthday" or "Google's 25th birthday" shows fireworks. Google is also running a promotion on the Google Store, while Pixel Superfans get free wallpapers.
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Technically, today isn't Google's birthday - the company was founded on September 8, 1998, while google.com was registered a year earlier, on September 15th, 1997. But every year Google picks a slightly different date to celebrate its birthday.
To celebrate, Google has added an Easter egg - searching for "happy birthday" or "Google's 25th birthday" shows fireworks. Google is also running a promotion on the Google Store, while Pixel Superfans get free wallpapers.
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#Xiaomi replaces MIUI with HyperOS.
CEO Lei Jun announced on X, formerly Twitter, that the Xiaomi 14 series will launch with Xiaomi HyperOS instead of MIUI worldwide.
HyperOS will reportedly have a "completely new rewritten architecture", though it's also claimed that it will still be based on Android. According to Xiaomi VP Alvin it will offer "Hyper performance, fluidity and connectivity across smartphones x AIoT".
This marks the end of the 13 year history of MIUI, the company's customized version of Android. MIUI was Xiaomi's first product and launched even before the first Mi phone - back then, it was offered as third-party firmware for popular Android phones.
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CEO Lei Jun announced on X, formerly Twitter, that the Xiaomi 14 series will launch with Xiaomi HyperOS instead of MIUI worldwide.
HyperOS will reportedly have a "completely new rewritten architecture", though it's also claimed that it will still be based on Android. According to Xiaomi VP Alvin it will offer "Hyper performance, fluidity and connectivity across smartphones x AIoT".
This marks the end of the 13 year history of MIUI, the company's customized version of Android. MIUI was Xiaomi's first product and launched even before the first Mi phone - back then, it was offered as third-party firmware for popular Android phones.
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#Apple announces an event on October 30.
October 30 is the day before Halloween, the scariest day of the year - and Apple is celebrating it by showing "scary fast" announcements.
But what kind of announcements? Apple often hides hints in event announcements. Usually they're cryptic and vague, but this time, the teaser is pretty clear - the announcement page has an animation where the Apple logo turns into an outline of the macOS Finder icon, hinting at new Macs.
Apple is rumored to reveal a new iMac, replacing the 2021 model, a new Mac mini and possibly new MacBooks.
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October 30 is the day before Halloween, the scariest day of the year - and Apple is celebrating it by showing "scary fast" announcements.
But what kind of announcements? Apple often hides hints in event announcements. Usually they're cryptic and vague, but this time, the teaser is pretty clear - the announcement page has an animation where the Apple logo turns into an outline of the macOS Finder icon, hinting at new Macs.
Apple is rumored to reveal a new iMac, replacing the 2021 model, a new Mac mini and possibly new MacBooks.
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#Apple's "Scary fast" event will have an unexpected host.
As we noted earlier, the event, where new Macs are expected to be announced, is a day before Halloween. Halloween is a holiday when people celebrate all that is spooky, and Apple is no exception.
As spotted in the Podcasts app, the event will be co-hosted by the spirit of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, who helped create the Mac, along with other iconic Apple products like the iPhone and iPad. He sadly passed away on October 5, 2011, a day after the iPhone 4s was announced.
We don't know his role in the event yet, but it will be clear during the event, which starts on October 30, at 5 PM (Pacific Time).
(Image credit: AnxiousHolly on Twitter, confirmed by Technodroid)
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As we noted earlier, the event, where new Macs are expected to be announced, is a day before Halloween. Halloween is a holiday when people celebrate all that is spooky, and Apple is no exception.
As spotted in the Podcasts app, the event will be co-hosted by the spirit of late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, who helped create the Mac, along with other iconic Apple products like the iPhone and iPad. He sadly passed away on October 5, 2011, a day after the iPhone 4s was announced.
We don't know his role in the event yet, but it will be clear during the event, which starts on October 30, at 5 PM (Pacific Time).
(Image credit: AnxiousHolly on Twitter, confirmed by Technodroid)
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#Apple's "Scary fast" event will have an unexpected host. As we noted earlier, the event, where new Macs are expected to be announced, is a day before Halloween. Halloween is a holiday when people celebrate all that is spooky, and Apple is no exception. …
A hint at Steve's role could be the photo itself - there he is around the same age as when he first showed off the Macintosh, which hints that the original Macintosh reveal might play a role .
Keep in mind that this is speculation.
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Keep in mind that this is speculation.
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