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Believe it or not, Google only recently introduced a charging limit feature to Pixel smartphones with Android 15. This new option allows users to cap the battery charge at 80 percent, offering an alternative to the adaptive charging feature that charges the battery all the way to 100 percent. However, Google has confirmed that this charging limit won't always restrict the battery to 80 percent.
Also read: How to Calibrate (and Fix) the Battery in Your Android Phone
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Google Play has evolved into more than just a platform for apps. Over the years, Google has consistently enhanced it to benefit both users and developers. The latest Play Integrity API update introduces further security improvements that is aimed at safeguarding Android devices.
Don't miss this: How to Enable Android Anti-Theft features on your smartphone
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In just a few weeks, 2024 will be wrapping up. Before that, music streaming services like Spotify are getting a head start by rolling out their highly anticipated year-end recaps. Today, Spotify has launched its popular Spotify Wrapped alongside an innovative new feature: the Wrapped AI Podcast, which is powered by Google's NotebookLM.
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While Xiaomi has made strides in catching up with other Android brands by extending its software support policy, it still lags behind Samsung and Google in offering monthly updates. However, this may change in 2025, according to a recent hint from a Xiaomi executive.
Is your Android phone getting the Android 15 update? Check out our guide.
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Although the Galaxy Watch FE was confirmed to receive the One UI 6 Watch update, the standard models were prioritized for the initial rollout. Following this, reports now indicate that the update, based on Wear OS 5, is finally reaching the first Fan Edition Galaxy smartwatch, introducing a wave of new features.
Also read: Best Android smartwatches compared
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Have you ever thought about bringing your pet or even yourself to life as a Lego figure? The developers of the new "Brick My World" app have an exciting solution to that intriguing question: it allows you to create detailed building instructions for almost any object you can imagine. What kind of sorcery does it take for it to work and are there any catches? Let's take a closer look at this promising innovation.
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Tesla unveiled a dedicated Apple Watch app, empowering users to control their vehicles with ease. From locking and unlocking the car to adjusting climate settings, this new watchOS app integrates seamlessly with the Tesla iOS app for iPhone, arriving as part of the anticipated Tesla Holiday Update.
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While Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC has delivered significant performance upgrades, it allegedly comes with a higher production cost than last year's flagship Snapdragon chipset. A new report suggests the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 (or 2nd Gen) could also see a price increase, potentially affecting the cost of devices powered by this chip.
Also read: Flagship 2024 mobile processors compared
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While TSMC's Arizona chip facilities are not expected to begin production until 2025, new details have emerged about the company's chip manufacturing roadmap. The U.S. plants could start making advanced 2 nanometer chips in 2028, which is earlier than originally thought.
Also read: Flagship SoC compared: Snapdragon vs. Dimensity vs. Exynos vs. Apple
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Since acquiring Waze over a decade ago, Google has largely kept the navigation platform separate from Google Maps, catering to different user bases. However, this is beginning to change as Google recently introduced live Waze-sourced incident reporting to Google Maps.
Also read: How to Use Google Maps Offline
