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YouTube is testing Clips to take on one of Twitch's best features
YouTube said it's testing a new clips feature with a select group of creators that will allow viewers to create clips between 5-60 seconds.
YouTube on Thursday announced the platform is testing out a clips feature. Clips will allow viewers and creators to save a video highlight that’s between 5 seconds and 60 seconds in length. The feature is reminiscent of Twitch’s clips feature.
Sony's next flagship phone may keep the headphone jack and microSD card slot
A new leak claims to reveal details for Sony's Xperia 1 III, which will reportedly feature a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card slot.
Sony is preparing to release a new flagship device that will compete with the likes of the Galaxy S21 Plus and iPhone 12 Pro. In other words, the Xperia 1 III will be one of Sony’s most advanced devices ever—but it could feature very un-flagship features.
Facebook is preparing an antitrust lawsuit against Apple over iOS 14's privacy features
A new report claims Facebook is preparing to bring an antitrust lawsuit against Apple over its new privacy features in iOS 14.
A new report claims that Facebook, with the aid of outside legal counsel, is set to bring an antitrust lawsuit against Apple, arguing developers are being required to abide by App Store rules that Apple’s own apps don’t have to follow.
Samsung adds the Galaxy S21 to its Remote Test Lab
Developers can now test their apps and themes on the Galaxy S21 series via Samsung’s Remote Test Lab.
Developers can now test their apps and themes on the Galaxy S21 series via Samsung’s Remote Test Lab.
Android 12 may expand theming system with ability to recolor apps
A new report claims Android 12 will introduce a deeper theming system that will possibly apply colors to third-party apps that opt-in.
Google is reportedly working on an expanded theming system in Android 12 that will not only allow users to change the primary color and accent colors of the system UI but also apply those colors to supported third-party applications.
OnePlus backports the new OxygenOS 11 launcher to some older phones
Before OnePlus brings OxygenOS 11 to some of its older phones, the company has made its newest OnePlus Launcher available on these devices.
OnePlus is still working to bring its Android 11-based OxygenOS update to its catalog of devices. Until that happens, the company has a stopgap solution that should tide people over thanks to the newest OnePlus Launcher.
OnePlus 6, 6T get OxygenOS 10.3.8 update with January 2021 security patches
OnePlus has released OxygenOS 10.3.8, which includes the January 2021 security patches and is rolling out in stages.
OnePlus has announced a new update for the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T, which includes the January 2021 security patches. Beginning today, the company is rolling out OxygenOS 10.3.8 to the nearly three-year-old devices.
Ring launches its cheapest smart doorbell, the Video Doorbell Wired
The Ring Video Doorbell Wired was announced on Wednesday for just $59, and it looks like a great way to start your home security network.
Amazon on Wednesday introduced a new Ring doorbell that retails for just $59. That makes it the company’s most affordable video doorbell yet and a great option for those who have been curious about getting a smart doorbell for their home.
Google Chrome Canary is rolling out a Read Later feature to save articles on Android
In the latest Canary build of Google Chrome on Android, a new Read Later feature is enabled be default. Here's what the feature does.
Google has quietly been testing a Read Later feature for Chrome on Android, and it looks like the search giant is getting close to rolling it out in a future stable build for everyone.
Mozilla cracks down on supercookies with Firefox 85
Mozilla has revealed details for its Firefox 85 update, which the company said will now protect users from "supercookies."
Mozilla on Tuesday detailed what’s new in Firefox 85, which we talked about last week when the update was detailed on Android. There are a lot of changes in this update, but one of the biggest is Firefox’s crackdown on “supercookies.”
Google announces Chrome OS 88 with easier web sign in and lock screen personalization
Google on Tuesday announced an update to Chrome OS that includes a couple of new features designed to improve the everyday experience.
Google on Tuesday announced an update to Chrome OS that includes a couple of new features designed to improve the everyday experience. The update —Chrome OS 88— is rolling out to supported Chromebooks beginning today.
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 3 and Watch Active 2 gain ECG and blood pressure monitoring in 31 new countries
Samsung has announced the Galaxy Watch 3 and Watch Active 2 have gained ECG and blood pressure monitoring in 31 more countries.
Samsung has announced the Galaxy Watch 3 and Watch Active 2 have gained ECG and blood pressure monitoring in 31 more countries. Users can take advantage of these health tracking features through Samsung’s Health Monitor app.
[Update 2: ROG Phone 3 Fix Rolling Out] Some ROG Phone 3 and ZenFone 7 owners are having issues with HD playback in Netflix
ASUS is rolling out updates to its ZenFone 7 and ROG Phone 3 after identifying a bug preventing Netflix from streaming in HD.
Some owners of the ASUS ROG Phone 3 and ZenFone 7/7 Pro have discovered that their devices have lost Widevine L1 status. As a result, they’re unable to play Netflix content in HD.
Google Assistant will soon show your sleep data on smart displays
Google Assistant has quietly added a wellness section that will provide users with health and fitness data right on their smart display.
Google Assistant has quietly added a wellness section that will provide users with health and fitness data on smart displays. Wellness apparently replaces the “Sleep” section that Google introduced at the end of last year.
Amazon Alexa can now turn off lights for you based on proactive hunches
Amazon has introduced a new update to its hunches feature that will see Alexa turn off lights for you based on your habits.
Amazon’s Alexa has gained the ability to proactively perform actions without you even asking.
ZTE's Blade X1 supports 5G on Visible for just $384
Are you looking for an affordable 5G smartphone? ZTE's newest Blade X1 might be what you're looking for at under $400.
ZTE has announced a new 5G smartphone that’s coming to Visible, an MVNO that taps into Verizon’s network. The Blade X1 is available today for just $384, or you can get it for as low as $16 per month for 24 months.
Google Photos finally gets a tablet-optimized UI on Android
Google Photos has quietly updated the UI for Android tablets, removing the bottom bar for a sidebar that's much more convenient to use.
Here’s a nice little surprise: Google has quietly made the Google Photos UI more optimized on tablets. The look and feel of the update bring the tablet version of the app more in line with what you’d find on desktop.
Here's how Firefox's "Proton" redesign will tweak the browser UI
Mozilla has detailed some of the design changes that will be available in Firefox 90 for desktop in mid-May.
Mozilla is working on a major redesign for its desktop Firefox browser. But before the final product is released to consumers — sometime in mid-May — we have an early glimpse of what the updated browser will look like.
Spotify is testing audiobooks starting with literary classics like "Frankenstein"
Spotify has taken over music streaming and podcast. Now, the service is going over audiobooks, potentially challenging Audible.
Spotify has grown into a dominant force in the music and podcasting industries. Next up on the company’s list of markets to conquer is audiobooks, potentially setting up a clash with Amazon’s Audible.
Google Maps and Search will soon show COVID-19 vaccination locations in the US
Google announced plans to add COVID-19 vaccination locations to Search and Maps, along with pledging $150 million to promote education.
Google has announced plans to get more involved with the fight against COVID-19, starting with adding vaccination locations to Search and Maps. The search giant said it will also turn select Google facilities, including parking lots and open spaces, into makeshift vaccination facilities in partnership with health care provider One Medical.