The long wait is almost over for those who were impacted by the iPhone 'batterygate' saga. A judge who oversees the lawsuit has given Apple a go signal to start the payout to customers who signed up for the claim. The total settlement amounts to $500 million and each claimant can receive $65.
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Recent developments surrounding Google's next-gen AR wearable device have been one thrilling roller coaster ride. It was reported that Google canceled its plans to launch a pair of smart glasses under Project Iris. However, a new job listing suggested the company may still have interest in developing its augmented reality glasses, which will even come equipped with an advanced micro-LED panel.
Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra was reported to feature a new telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom. It turns out this particular shooter could still get the same 3x optical zoom level as its predecessor, but the 5x zoom can be achieved due to the significantly higher megapixel count in the sensor itself.
Xiaomi unveiled its new ultra-foldable in China today. The Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 comes with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 4,800 mAh battery, 67 W fast charging and quad camera. nextpit has all the details for you!
Google's Magic Eraser tool that leverages the power of AI was introduced on the Pixel 6. It was eventually expanded to support more Android phones and iPhones. Now, it appears that Google is working on a version that erases different types of audio from video clips and would most likely debut on the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro.
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If you're thinking of upgrading your workouts or daily commute with noise-cancelling headphones, you're in luck. The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro with ANC and high-res sound are back to their second-best price of $179 on Amazon, down from the usual price of $229 (22 percent off).
Apple's Vision Pro headset heavily relies on hand tracking for controls and interactions from users. This function allows for a more immersive experience compared to other headsets that use dedicated controllers. Today, it appears the Cupertino company is planning to expand in-air hand gestures to its other devices like on Apple TV box or MacBook more than its AR/VR glasses.
Although smartphones and tablets are mostly relying on newer cellular generations like 4G and 5G, these devices still come and support older types of networks like 2G. These obsolete technologies present underlying security threats and higher risks to be utilized in cyberattacks. In Android 14, Google is further enhancing 2G use for enterprise-level and cellular security for general users.
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Once again, the weekend has arrived, which means it's time for another edition of nextpit's Top 5 Apps of the Week. We have carefully scoured the internet to find the best 5 apps available on both iOS and Android platforms that we believe will enhance your smartphone experience.
They say work is about so much more than your job description. This is true, but the expression works both ways.