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Android 13 is here, and it brings many new updates and improvements to Android phones. OPPO is working to bring you the latest update in the form of ColorOS 13, which is scheduled to hit phones at different times throughout the year, starting this August. Because ColorOS is a very highly reviewed platform, we are excited to see what new features are in store for OPPO users in the second half of 2022. We are also thrilled to share how these additions work together to boost your productivity, making ColorOS 13 the ultimate helper for your smart work and life. Keep reading for a quick look at everything new in ColorOS 13.
Nearly everyone has some form of security on their phone to prevent unwanted eyes from accessing their data. This comes in the form of fingerprints, lockscreens, face unlocking, and more. While these are effective at keeping your information safe, they can be a nuisance when you've accidentally locked yourself out of your phone. These situations can be caused by forgetting your password, too many unlock attempts, or a software situation like a factory reset. With iToolab UnlockGo, you can bypass almost any Android lock and get back into your phone, including that annoying FRP lock that shows up on Samsung devices.
Everyone loves a good tech sale, and if you're in the market for a fantastic pair of wireless earbuds, you won't want to miss the DONNER Dobuds One discount. This high-quality pair of earbuds come in four different trendy colors, complete with a rechargeable case, a companion app, and powerful active noise canceling. Using the code below, you can grab these for $36, marked down from $49.99.
How to install macOS Ventura in a virtual machine on your Mac
Trying the macOS Ventura beta in a virtual machine is a better way to go, especially if you only have one Mac. Here's how to set it up.
Apple's next version of macOS, Ventura, is now available to the public to try out. But, the macOS Ventura beta isn't finished and so caution should always be applied. You probably don't want to go ahead and throw it on your main machine just yet. Especially not if it's the only one you have.
REDMAGIC is back with another entry into their line of amazing gaming phones. The REDMAGIC S7 Pro is the latest device to be released, powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, a true full-screen display, the best cooling system on a gaming smartphone, and all the best gaming features, for an unrivaled gaming experience.
Google Play Store celebrates 10 years with a new logo and 10x points bonus
The Google Play Store celebrates its tenth anniversary, revamping its logo and also offering a 10x bonus on Google Play Points for 24 hours.
Sometimes it's hard to believe that Google started just as a search engine. Since then, the company has branched out, offering many digital services for personal and business. One of those services is the Google Play Store, which is celebrating its tenth anniversary. Today, Google announced that it would be revamping its Google Play logo, bringing it in line with its other products.
Anker delivers GaNPrime lineup, offering up to 150W of charging power
Anker has released a new line of GaN charging solutions. GaNPrime will be more efficient, compact, and powerful, with support up to 150W.
For most, a charger is something that just comes with your device, and you never really think about it again. But for others, it's an opportunity to explore a world of third-party accessories that could rival or surpass first-party offerings. Anker is a company that has built quite a reputation, selling mobile charging solutions online and even in retail stores. Today, the firm announced a series of new GaN chargers under its GaNPrime banner.
"At a Glance" widget prepares to support Ring doorbell alerts
Google's "At a Glance" widget is preparing to support Ring doorbells in a future update, so that you can view a live feed on your launcher.
Just last month, Google updated its "At a Glance" widget on Pixel phones to add a bunch of new integrations. The Pixel 6 series debuted this revamped widget, which can display your calendar events, flight boarding pass, workout stats, and more on your home screen and lockscreen. One major integration was Nest doorbell alerts, along with a video feed. Now, strings discovered in a teardown suggest that support will soon be extended to Ring doorbells, too.
OnePlus will launch another pair of affordable TWS earbuds in India next month
OnePlus has announced that it will launch an affordable pair of TWS earbuds, called the OnePlus Buds CE, in India on August 1.
After announcing the OnePlus 10T launch event earlier this week, OnePlus has now revealed that it will also launch a pair of affordable TWS earbuds in the Indian market days before the event. The upcoming earbuds, called the OnePlus Nord CE, will be the second earbuds in OnePlus's Nord lineup and will be available for under ₹3,000 (~$38).
WhatsApp might soon let you hide your online status
WhatsApp is working on a new feature that will let you hide your online status from other users on the platform. Read on to learn more.
WhatsApp has released several new features over the last few weeks, and the Meta-owned messaging app doesn't seem to be stopping anytime soon. After rolling out new visibility options for last seen, profile photo, and status, Android-to-iOS chat transfer support, and support for larger group chats, WhatsApp is now prepping another new feature.
Fitbit app gets redesigned charts to improve readability
Fitbit is rolling out an update for the Fitbit app on Android with redesigned charts to improve data readability. Read on to learn more.
Fitbit is rolling out a fresh update for its app on Android with redesigned charts for health metrics. The new charts offer better readability, making it easier for users to understand their health and fitness data.
Google's new Fast Pair audio switching will debut with the Pixel Buds Pro
After announcing the feature this year in January, Google is now finally bringing its Fast Pair-based audio switching feature to the market with the Pixel Buds Pro.
Google announced several new features for Bluetooth-enabled audio devices this January. At the time, the company highlighted features like multipoint audio switching, Spatial Audio, and audio-only Chromecast support, but it did not release the features to supported devices. Now that the company is gearing up to bring its flagship TWS earbuds, the Pixel Buds Pro, to the market, it has confirmed that the new multipoint audio switching feature will debut with the new earbuds.
Windows 11 build 22000.832 enables version upgrades during setup
The latest cumulative update for Windows 11, build 22000.832, adds the ability to install major OS upgrades when you first set up your PC.
Microsoft has released a new optional cumulative update for Windows 11 users, bringing the OS to build number 22000.832. This is a small increment from the build that rolled out to Windows Insiders in the Release Preview channel last week, but this one is available for anyone who wants to install it. The update is labeled as KB5015882, and you can download it manually here.
You can now get the Google Pixel 6a for free on Verizon
A couple months after its announcement, the Google Pixel 6a is finally arriving on Verizon. The handset will be free with eligible plan.
Google first introduced the Pixel 6a during I/O 2022 in May. The handset will finally be available for purchase starting this month, with pre-orders starting today. Verizon has announced that it will make the ultra-wideband compatible handset available on its network starting on July 28, with pre-orders starting today.
You can now pre-order the Pixel 6a in the U.K. and U.S.
You can now pre-order the Google Pixel 6a in the U.K. and U.S. for $449 and £399, respectively. Read on to learn about the launch offers.
After showcasing the new Pixel 6a at I/O earlier this year, Google has now finally opened pre-orders for the device. Buyers in the U.S. can now book the device for $449 and receive it before the end of the month. Alternatively, you can wait until July 28 to pick it up from a store near you. Before you go ahead and pre-book a Pixel 6a for yourself, here's a brief overview of its specifications.
Magisk v25.2 marks the beginning of the project's Rust-ification
The latest version of Magisk stable release (v25.2) comes with a plethora of bug fixes for MagiskInit and a Rust-powered logging interface.
Back in 2021, we saw the first baby steps toward the adoption of the memory-managed Rust programming language into the Android codebase. John Wu, aka XDA Senior Recognized Developer topjohnwu, has apparently been thinking along the same lines for the Magisk Project. As per Wu, the experimentation had already begun after releasing the v25.0 build of Magisk via stable channel. Now, topjohnwu has rolled out a new stable build of Magisk in the form of v25.2, with the whole logging infrastructure transitioned to Rust.
LineageOS 19 is now available for the OnePlus Nord N200, FairPhone 3, and Redmi 7
The LineageOS team has released LineageOS 19 based on Android 12 for the OnePlus Nord N200, FairPhone 3, and the Xiaomi Redmi 7.
The LineageOS team has extended LineageOS 19 support to several Android devices since the Android 12-based custom ROM debuted earlier this year. Last month, the team added support for several OnePlus, Poco, Xiaomi, and Sony devices. Now, it's extending LineageOS 19 support to three more devices -- OnePlus Nord N200, FairPhone 3, and Redmi 7.
Pixel 6a pre-orders go live in India, first sale on July 28
Google's latest affordable smartphone, the Pixel 6a, is now available for pre-order in India at a price of ₹43,999. Read on to learn more.
At its I/O developer conference in May, Google unveiled its latest affordable smartphone -- the Pixel 6a. It's a premium mid-ranger that brings some noteworthy features from the flagship Pixel 6 lineup within reach of more buyers. These include Google's in-house Tensor SoC, Titan M2 security chip, and a host of premium software features. Although the device is yet to go on sale in most regions, Indian buyers can now pre-order the Pixel 6a on Flipkart.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is the first laptop certified for Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
The ultra-modern Dell XPS 13 Plus will be available with Ubuntu 22.04 certification starting next month, but you can upgrade right now.
Dell and Canonical have announced that the Dell XPS 13 Plus Developer Edition is the first laptop to be certified for Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (Long Term Support). This is the latest LTS release of Ubuntu, following version 20.04, which is what the Dell XPS 13 Plus Developer Edition currently ships with.
Samsung details the future of its foldables ahead of Galaxy Z Fold 4 launch
Samsung is back at it, sharing details about its foldable past and future, ahead of its Galaxy Unpacked event that will take place in August.
Samsung was the first major manufacturer to release a foldable smartphone. Despite the launch being less than ideal, the company continued to pursue the technology, making iterative improvements with its yearly releases. This year could be its best yet, as Dr. TM Roh, President & Head of MX Business, has claimed that "the mainstream moment for foldable smartphones is here."