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Google Photos Cinematic photo
Google Photos uses machine learning to make your images look 3D

Google has announced a new feature coming to Google Photos called cinematic photos that will add a pleasing 3D effect to your images.

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Smartphone cameras have become increasingly more sophisticated with portrait features, night modes, and more. But how about making your images look more cinematic? Google Photos has announced a new feature that will do just that.

Google Home Max
Google Home Max discontinued as last available units sell out

Google confirmed that it will no longer manufacturer the Google Home Max, ending a three-year run for the behemoth speaker.

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Google’s larger-than-life Home Max is being retired, the company confirmed on Monday. After three years on the market — its anniversary was December 11 — Google said the last remaining units in its store have been sold, with no plans to manufacture new stock. It’s the end of an era for Google’s monstrous HiFi speaker.

Amazon Alexa Live Translation
Amazon just launched a Live Translation feature for Echo devices

Amazon has announced a new Alexa skill called Live Translation, which will help people who speak different languages easily communicate.

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Amazon has announced Alexa now supports a Live Translation feature, allowing users to communicate with each other even if they don’t speak the same language. It’s like having your own personal translator, with Alexa translating both sides of the conversation.

Signal group call
Signal adds encrypted group calls to keep your conversations secure

Signal on Monday announced the launch of group calls which, like everything else on the popular messaging platform, is end-to-end encrypted.

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Signal on Monday announced the launch of group calls which, like everything else on the platform, is end-to-end encrypted. The new feature, which builds on other group chat functionality introduced in October, is rolling out to Signal on Android and iOS.

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Apple releases iOS 14.3 with fixes for wireless charging and missed message notifications

Apple on Monday introduced iOS 14.3, which addresses a number of issues and also offers a lot of new features like AirPods Max support.

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Over the past few weeks, iOS users have complained about a number of major issues, including missed message notifications, app folders failing to open, and even new iPhones failing to recognize wireless chargers. Thanks to the release of iOS 14.3 on Monday, those issues have finally been fixed.

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Zoom is now available on the Google Nest Hub Max

Google on Monday announced that Zoom is now available for the Nest Hub Max, making it super easy to connect with friends and family.

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We all know the holidays will look a little different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Luckily, there are a million ways to stay connected with friends and family, including hosting a video call using Zoom on the Google Nest Hub Max, which is available now.

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Sony Xperia 1 II starts receiving stable Android 11 update

As promised, Sony has begun rolling out the first Android 11 update to the Xperia 1 II, which includes plenty of exciting new features.

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At the end of November, Sony unveiled a roadmap for when its devices would get Android 11, with the first device receiving the update this month. True to its word, the company has initialized an OTA (software version 58.1.A.0.921) for the Sony Xperia 1 II.

Google Selfie Segmentation
Google introduces new Entity Extraction, Selfie Segmentation APIs to ML Kit

Google has introduced two new APIs to ML Kit: Entity Extraction and Selfie Segmentation. Read on to know more about them!

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A few years ago, Google introduced ML Kit to make it easier for developers to implement machine learning into their apps. Since then, we’ve seen APIs for Digital Ink Recognition, On-Device Translation, and Face Detection. Now, Google is adding a new Entity Extraction to ML Kit along with a new Selfie Segmentation feature.

Todoist Google Assistant integration
Todoist gets more helpful with improved Google Assistant integration

Todoist is making it easier than ever to see your schedule and add a task with improved integration with Google Assistant.

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Todoist, one of the market’s most popular to-do apps, has announced a completely redesigned experience with Google Assistant. The improved integration should make adding tasks with your voice even easier.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra could come with official cases that store the S Pen

A new report claims that the upcoming Galaxy S21 Ultra will support special cases that will allow users to store their S Pen.

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One of the more persistent rumors over the past few weeks has been claims that Samsung’s new Galaxy S21 series will offer S Pen support. More specifically, the Galaxy S21 Ultra will have an active digitizer like the Galaxy Note-line, allowing Samsung to take the Galaxy S series to new heights.

Samsung Galaxy S21 leaked video
Samsung Galaxy S21 gets leaked in hands-on video

Over a month ahead of its anticipated release, someone has already gotten their hands on a Galaxy S21, and they have a video to prove it.

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We’re not expecting Samsung to unveil its Galaxy S21 series until January 14, when the company will reportedly hold its Unpacked event. But we don’t need to wait that long to actually see the device in action.

Google Chromecast with Google TV
Google offering YouTube TV subscribers new Chromecast with Google TV for free

If you're a longtime YouTube TV subscriber — since June 2018 — you can snag a free Chromecast with Google TV.

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It sounds like Google is in a giving mood as we head toward the holidays. The search giant is apparently giving select YouTube TV subscribers a free Chromecast with Google TV.

Microsoft Surface Pro X
Microsoft releases x64 app emulation in preview for Windows 10 on ARM

Microsoft has announced that x64 app emulation is now available to test for Windows 10 on ARM PCs, including the Surface Pro X.

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Microsoft has announced that x64 binary emulation is now available in preview for Windows 10 on ARM PCs. If you’re part of the Windows Insider Program, you can download and install the new update.

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Samsung introduces GameDriver app for improved gaming performance

Samsung has released a GameDriver app that will allow the company to deliver more frequent updates for your phone’s GPU.

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In the early days of the smartphone, gaming was more of a distraction — something that kept you occupied while you waited in line. Today, mobile devices are bigger and faster than ever, making them the perfect vehicle for gaming. To make gaming more of a core part of its devices, Samsung has released a GameDriver app available now on the Play Store.

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Gmail is making it much easier to edit Office attachments

Google today announced that Workspace users are now able to open and edit Office attachments directly in Gmail.

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If co-workers and acquaintances frequently send Office attachments to your Gmail account, we have some good news. Google today announced that users are now able to open and edit Office attachments directly in Gmail.

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Google tells developers to stop using X-Mode’s tracking software or face a ban from the Play Store

Google has reportedly told app developers to stop using X-Mode’s tracking software or risk losing access to devices running Android.

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Google has reportedly told app developers to stop using X-Mode’s tracking software or risk losing access to devices running Android. Apple is said to be enforcing a similar ban.

Google Drive
Google announces improvements to search in Google Drive on Android

Google on Wednesday announced an update to Google Drive on Android that will help users search more quickly and efficiently.

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If you use Google Drive on your mobile device, we have some good news. Google on Wednesday announced an update to Google Drive on Android that will help users search more quickly and efficiently.

Google Pixel 3 featured
You can pick up a refurbished Pixel 3 from Google for just $249

If you don't want the latest and greatest Android phone, Google is now offering the Pixel 3 refurbished for just $249.

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Maybe you don’t want to hop on the 5G bandwagon just yet, or maybe you don’t need your device to have the latest camera improvements. If you’re not too keen on upgrading your device to the Pixel 5 or Pixel 4a 5G, why not pick up a Pixel 3?

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Amazon begins rolling out redesigned software for Fire TV

Amazon has begun to roll out a new Fire TV experience that includes a redesigned interface, multi-user support, and better Alexa integration.

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Amazon has begun to roll out a redesigned software interface for its line of Fire TV devices. Referred to as the new “Fire TV experience,” the update includes more personalized recommendations and watch lists, plus the addition of multi-user support (up to six users).

Google Health Studies app on Android
Google releases new Health Studies app, first study to focus on respiratory illnesses

Google has announced a new Health Studies app for Android phones, and the first study will focus on respiratory illnesses like COVID-19.

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Google has announced the launch of a new research app for Android phones, which the company says will make it easier for research institutions to connect with potential study participants. The first study will focus on respiratory illnesses, including influenza and COVID-19.

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