Chipolo expanded its smart tag and tracking device portfolio last year with the One Point and One Card. However, these trackers have a major limitation: they only work with Android’s Find My Device network. The company has now launched a new tracker, the Chipolo Pop, which also works with the Apple Find My network.
While Android has introduced increasingly robust security features over the years, malicious actors are constantly finding new ways to infiltrate devices and access user data, especially if they physically obtain the device. Now, Google is implementing a new feature designed to provide Android devices with enhanced protection, even when they fall into the wrong hands.
Last week ended with good news for Samsung users. After months of waiting, we were finally able to announce the launch of the Android 15 and One UI 7 update. Users of the Galaxy S24 series and the two flip smartphones, Galaxy Fold 6 and Flip 6, received the long-awaited update. At least some users did. The first rumors were already circulating at the weekend, and now there is certainty. Just a few days after the launch of the update, Samsung pulled the ripcord and stopped distribution worldwide. What led to this decision?
A recent report indicates that President Donald Trump’s planned tariffs could spare electronics, including iPhones and smartphones, potentially mitigating the risk of unprecedented price hikes. However, this exemption on select consumer goods is likely to be temporary.
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iPadOS 19 is already rumored to receive a major UI redesign, mirroring the expected changes in iOS 19. However, according to a recent report, Apple could introduce significant software enhancements beyond the new interface with iPadOS 19. This is believed to finally deliver a more macOS-like experience on iPads.
Google Photos is a widely used cloud-based platform renowned not only for storage but also for its helpful AI-powered editing features. Last year, it received new editing tools, including AI-based video motion tracking that automatically focuses on a subject. However, this feature currently has a notable limitation: users cannot customize which subjects are tracked. A new discovery suggests it might soon give users more control over this tool.
If you think of a foldable flip smartphone, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip or Motorola’s Razr likely come to mind, given their wider global availability compared to other Android brands. Now, with Motorola due for its foldable refresh, the company is teasing the 2025 Razr foldable, set for an April 24 debut. However, there are hints we might see more than just flip phones.
Pixel smartphones typically enjoy timely and regular software updates over non-Pixel Android devices. This often proves crucial for addressing urgent fixes and security vulnerabilities. The April security update is no exception and is now rolling out to eligible Pixel models running Android 15. This update delivers a substantial set of fixes, most notably patching a critical security flaw within Google Assistant.
Something is happening on WhatsApp. It doesn’t always have to be a brand-new feature in a preview version that you might not be able to use for a few weeks or even months. Much more important are features that you can already find in your app today. That’s exactly why the developer of Messenger published a summary of the recently introduced features. In total, there are 12 new features spread across the entire app.
Electric cars that sport a sleek coupé design are currently riding a popular wave worldwide. Chinese manufacturer Xpeng wants to jump aboard this bandwagon as well, revealing the Xpeng G6 which is far more than a visually interesting alternative to the usual suspects from well-known European manufacturers. We took a closer look at the crossover coupé and put it through its paces.