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Spotify now lets you download music and podcasts to your Wear OS watch
Spotify is rolling out an update to its Wear OS app that adds the ability to download music and podcasts onto your smartwatch.
The future of Wear OS is set to take an unexpected turn later this year, with Google and Samsung set to collaborate on revamping the software. But before any of that happens, Spotify is showing its commitment to the platform with a welcome new feature.
Google Play is cracking down on misleading app names and icons
Google has announced changes for developers who publish their apps in the Play Store, which will go into effect later this year.
Google has announced some important changes for developers who publish their apps in the Google Play Store, which are set to go into effect later this year. Once they are established, the search giant said it will crack down on apps that mislead users, either with their title or icon.
Google announces Android Enterprise Essentials, a mobile device management (MDM) service for small businesses
Google has announced Android Enterprise Essentials to protect small business that deploy Android devices from malicious attackers.
Google has announced a new program designed to simplify the process of managing work phones for small businesses that deploy Android devices.
A new iPod touch will reportedly launch this fall with iPhone-like design
A new report suggests Apple is preparing a new iPod touch model that will feature a design that's similar to the current iPhone 12.
It’s been two years since Apple released a new iPod touch, but the company will allegedly change that this fall. The most recent iPod touch model hit the scene in May 2019, but has largely been out of the spotlight.
Google now allows you to add password protection to 'My Activity' usage history
Google is aiming to make your “My Activity” usage history more protected with the addition of extra password verification.
It’s been a big week for Google, with the company unveiling Material You for Android 12 and much more at I/O 2021. A big part of the past few days has been focused on privacy, and the search giant is aiming to make your “My Activity” usage history more protected with the addition of extra password verification.
Spotify announces offline music downloads for Apple Watch
Spotify has announced that Apple Watch owners who are subscribed to a premium plan can now download music and podcasts to play offline.
Spotify has announced that Apple Watch owners who are subscribed to a premium plan can now download music and podcasts to play offline. A similar feature was announced for Google’s Wear OS at I/O 2021 earlier this week.
Twitter reveals details for Ticketed Spaces as U.S. launch nears
Twitter is planning to introduce yet another way for users to earn money through the platform, revealing details for Ticketed Spaces.
Twitter is planning to introduce yet another way for users to earn money through the platform, giving us an early look at Ticketed Spaces. The feature builds on the platform’s Spaces feature, which recently became available for anyone with more than 600 followers.
Belkin's $100 dongle makes any speaker compatible with AirPlay 2
Belkin has announced a new dongle called Soundform Connect that will make any speaker system compatible with AirPlay 2.
Belkin has announced a new dongle called Soundform Connect that will make any speaker system compatible with AirPlay 2. You can preorder the dongle beginning today for $99.99.
[Update: Confirmed] Xiaomi may be bringing back its popular Redmi Note 8
A refreshed version of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 has apparently passed through the FCC. Here's everything you need to know.
It’s been nearly two years since the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 series hit the scene, and even with a new Note 10 series out on the market, the company is reportedly looking to re-release the Note 8 this year.
OPPO Reno 6 series renders and specs leaked ahead of launch
OPPO is preparing the Reno 6 series for a launch at the end of May, and ahead of the announcement, details have been leaked.
OPPO is preparing the Reno 6 series for a launch at the end of May, and ahead of the announcement, details have been leaked. The new information includes some specs, along with renders that give us a good look at three different models.
Snap’s new Spectacles promise to bring augmented reality to life
Snap on Thursday introduced the next generation of Spectacles, and the company is claiming they will change the game of augmented reality.
Snap on Thursday introduced the next generation of Spectacles, and the company is claiming they will change the game of augmented reality. The glasses aren’t for sale, but they’re meant to demonstrate the kind of experiences that could one day be available to the masses.
Google Messages gets a unified emoji, GIFs, and sticker menu
Google is rolling out a unified emoji, GIFs, and sticker menu in Google Messages that makes sending media to friends and family much easier.
When you message friends and family, how much are you actually texting versus sending emoji, stickers, and GIFs? The way we communicate has evolved, and to accommodate our changing habits, Google is rolling out a unified emoji, GIFs, and sticker menu in Google Messages.
Google Photos locked folder has a limitation you need to know about
Google Photos is going to introduce a new feature called Locked Folder, but it has a limitation that Google failed to mention at I/O.
The new “Locked Folder” feature in Google Photos is a great way to protect images from prying eyes. Turns out, the feature includes a limitation that Google didn’t mention at I/O 2021: Locked Folder is local, which means it won’t sync across multiple devices.
Pixel 6 Pro leak hints Google is finally making a premium flagship this year
Freshly leaked renders of the Pixel 6 Pro appear to show off the radical redesign, including the two-tone back, curved display, and more.
Google is reportedly set to introduce a major redesign with the Pixel 6, and freshly leaked renders once again appear to show off what to expect, including a two-tone back, curved display, and more.
Google is making machine learning faster and more consistent across Android
At Google I/O 2021, Google talked about how it's making machine learning faster and more consistent for developers across Android devices.
Following yesterday's main presentation at Google I/O 2021, the company held several sessions that are now available on-demand via YouTube. One of the sessions covered what's new in machine learning for Android and how Google is making it faster and more consistent for developers.
Apple announces new iOS accessibility features ahead of WWDC 2021
Apple has announced a number of new features the company said are designed for people with disabilities, including something call SignTime.
Apple has announced a number of new features the company said are designed for people with disabilities, including a one-on-one sign language interpreting service called SignTime for shopping and support sessions. The announcement comes a few weeks ahead of Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, where it’s expected to unveil updates for iOS, watchOS, and iPadOS.
HBO Max with ads pricing and launch details revealed
WarnerMedia has shared pricing and launch details for HBO Max with ads, which the company said would feature a light ad load.
WarnerMedia previously teased it would launch an ad-supported tier of HBO Max in June. With a deadline fast-approaching, the company on Wednesday finally shared final details, including pricing and launch timeframe.
Apple Watch Series 7 leaked renders show off big redesign
The Apple Watch Series 7 will reportedly introduce a big redesign — but those hoping for a more traditional design will be disappointed.
Apple will reportedly introduce a redesign to the Apple Watch when a new model is released later this year, and newly leaked renders provide an early glimpse of what the wearable could look like.
Google’s Project Starline could transform the future of videoconferencing
Google is applying research in computer vision, machine learning, spatial audio, and real-time compressions to transform videoconferencing.
Google’s redesign of Android 12 and partnership with Samsung on Wear OS grabbed all the headlines yesterday, but there was one announcement that shouldn’t go unnoticed. The search giant also shared details about Project Starline, an ambitious initiative that could transform how we communicate virtually.
Android 12 will fade audio transitions between apps
Much of the focus will be on Android 12's new looks, but Google announced it's also making some key changes to how it handles audio.
Google on Tuesday gave us our first look at the biggest redesign to Android in years. The updated Material Design will put an emphasis on customization and is fittingly being called Material You. But it’s not just looks that are new with the arrival of Android 12; Google is also making some key changes to the audio experience.