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Many users have favored Android OS for its openness and flexibility, especially its support for sideloading apps. This freedom helped define the operating system for years. However, in a major shift, Google is revamping this feature to enhance device security.
Almost everyone knows the situation: a WhatsApp notification pops up and is quickly swiped away. Then you realize that you really want to know what it said. But you don’t want to open the chat, because then you have to reply immediately. This is exactly where a simple trick comes into play, allowing messages to be displayed again without activating the blue checkmarks.
Next time you open your fridge or oven, it might already be running One UI, just like your Galaxy smartphone or smart TV. Samsung announced today that it’s expanding its proprietary One UI system to smart home appliances, bringing a unified experience and feature set across its ecosystem. The company also pledged up to 7 years of software support for most of these devices.
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Two major smart ring brands were hit with a big setback last week. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled that Ultrahuman and RingConn infringed on Oura’s patents. The decision blocks both companies from importing or selling their smart rings in the United States.
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence has brought us smarter chatbots and new features, but it has also sparked a wave of wearables, note-taking tools, and transcription apps. While many of these are designed to improve productivity and enhance everyday tasks, concerns are growing about how invasive they might be. The issue is that some of these devices could be listening all the time.
A new Mercedes recall is making the rounds and concerns some popular models from the Stuttgart-based manufacturer. Specifically, this time it affects compact vans. But don’t panic, because Mercedes-Benz already has a simple solution on hand: a free software update should help to eliminate the newly discovered faults.
Many video games make you feel like you’re playing a god on Earth. Whether that’s achieved through a grossly overleveled character or questionable console commands is up to you. Fata Deum takes this idea a step further, truly putting you in the position of a deity tasked with ruling over mankind.
Internally, the Pixel 10 series sees modest changes, with the Tensor G5 SoC standing out as one of the few major hardware upgrades. But beyond that, one feature has quietly slipped in: Bluetooth 6.0. Google’s latest smartphones add to the small list of certified Bluetooth 6.0 devices. Learn why this new connectivity standard matters and which phones are supported.
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Glasses that listen to and analyze everything and project helpful information directly into your field of vision? It sounds like the future or sci-fi, but with the Halo X, it’s almost a reality. Smart AI meets everyday design, but many questions lurk behind this practical gadget.