#tech-updates
#tech-updates

Mobile UX

One UI 8 beta 2 is now rolling out to Galaxy S25 phones, Poland and India regions join in

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE's telephoto and ultrawide camera details leak

Mobile UX

One UI 8 beta 2 is now rolling out to Galaxy S25 phones, Poland and India regions join in

Mobile UX

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE's telephoto and ultrawide camera details leak

more#samsung

Apple's updated parental controls will require kids to get permission to text new numbers

Apple's updated child safety features enhance parental control over children's communications and privacy protections.

#apple

Photography

Apple brings back tabs to the Photos app in iOS 26 | TechCrunch

Apple might add live language translation to AirPods this year - how that'll work

Apple's upcoming AirPods update will feature live translation, enhancing communication across languages.

The update reflects Apple's efforts to catch up with competitors like Google.

Wearables

Apple Intelligence could arrive on Vision Pro in April | TechCrunch

Apple is adding Apple Intelligence to the Vision Pro headset in a software update.

fromWIRED

6 months ago

Apple

How to Turn Off Apple Intelligence on an iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Apple Intelligence has received mixed reviews and led to temporary feature disablement due to inaccuracies in notifications.

Photography

Apple brings back tabs to the Photos app in iOS 26 | TechCrunch

Apple might add live language translation to AirPods this year - how that'll work

Apple's upcoming AirPods update will feature live translation, enhancing communication across languages.

The update reflects Apple's efforts to catch up with competitors like Google.

Wearables

Apple Intelligence could arrive on Vision Pro in April | TechCrunch

fromWIRED

6 months ago

Apple

How to Turn Off Apple Intelligence on an iPhone, iPad, and Mac

more#apple

Google Wallet is losing access to PayPal

Google Wallet will stop supporting PayPal payments in the US by June 2025, requiring users to switch to other payment methods.

fromGadgets 360

GoPro Refreshes Max 360 Action Camera, Adds New Features to Quik App

GoPro's Max 360 camera features enhanced battery life, editing capabilities, and compatibility with standard mounts for versatile shooting.

Is T-Mobile secretly recording your phone's screen? How to check and turn it off

The feature, called a 'screen recording tool', was found on by default in the T-Life app without any prior announcement from T-Mobile, alarming many users.

Privacy technologies

Mobile UX

Android's youthful new design language just dropped

Google introduces Material Three, emphasizing vibrant design and improved usability for Android 16.

Your Google TV is getting a subtle but meaningful upgrade (that smart home users will love)

Older Google TV and Chromecast devices now support the Home Panel feature for smart home control.

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

Digital photo frame company Nixplay cut its free cloud storage to almost nothing

One user stated that they would subscribe just to keep their existing cloud photos, indicating frustration with the limitations imposed on current accounts.

Digital life

Growth hacking

Google Made Search Much Faster

Google has significantly improved Search speed, saving users approximately 1 million hours daily. This improvement spans over two years.

#ai-models

fromTechzine Global

Artificial intelligence

Google Gemini 2.5 Flash can think for as long as devs want it to

The hottest AI models, what they do, and how to use them | TechCrunch

The rapid advancement of AI models requires understanding their practical applications rather than just technical metrics.

fromTechzine Global

Google Gemini 2.5 Flash can think for as long as devs want it to

Google's Gemini 2.5 Flash offers a lighter alternative to previous models, enhancing user experience amid heightened competition in AI.

The hottest AI models, what they do, and how to use them | TechCrunch

The rapid advancement of AI models requires understanding their practical applications rather than just technical metrics.

iPads could get more Mac-like features soon

iPadOS updates will enhance productivity, making iPads feel more like Macs.

fromEngadget

The Pixel 9a launches on April 10 in the US

Google's Pixel 9a smartphone will be available on April 10, delayed due to component quality issues.

fromGeeky Gadgets

Apple's Siri Setback: Delays, Lawsuits, and Executive Changes

Apple's Siri updates face significant delays due to challenges in AI integration and user expectations.

Leadership changes at Apple reflect urgency in improving Siri's AI capabilities.

Zoom's AI will soon help you do busywork, too

Zoom's AI Companion upgrade streamlines task management for Workspace users.

New voice recorder and live notes add functionality to Zoom's offerings.

fromInfoWorld

GitHub to unbundle Advanced Security

GitHub is unbundling its Advanced Security product for improved accessibility and cost-effectiveness, launching two standalone offerings on April 1.

Social media marketing

Bluesky now lets users upload videos that are up to 3 minutes long | TechCrunch

Bluesky has increased its video length limit to 3 minutes, enhancing its competitive edge against X and Threads.

Google Fi users finally get RCS on iPhone - here's how to check if it's activated

Google Fi now supports RCS messaging for iOS users, enhancing the messaging experience with Android counterparts.

East Bay real estate

Apple announces MacBook Air with M4 chip and a price cut

Apple has updated the MacBook Air with M4 processors and a lower price point.

fromEngadget

Lenovo is updating its ThinkPad lineup with new chips and form factors at MWC 2025

The ThinkPad T14s 2-in-1 stands out with its convertible body, similar to Lenovo's Yoga laptops, featuring a 14-inch, 400-nit WUXGA touch display and support for magnetic Yoga Pen stylus. This model showcases up to Intel Core Ultra 7 H or U 200 series chips and boasts up to 64GB of LPDDR5x RAM, making it a versatile option for professionals.

Tech industry

Privacy technologies

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

How TikTok's enhanced desktop app challenges YouTube in game streaming - and more

TikTok is enhancing its web platform to compete with Twitch and YouTube for gamers and streamers.

Growth hacking

Google Shopping Adds Search Google Button

Google Shopping now adds a prompt for unrelated queries directing users to search directly on Google.

fromDeveloper Tech News

Rust 1.85.0 released, 2024 Edition stabilised

The latest release delivers a host of updates across the language, standard library, cargo, and formatting tools, all while maintaining its backwards compatibility ethos.

DevOps

Google Lens adds a cool search trick to iPhones - how to try it

Google Lens introduces Circle to Search feature for iPhone users, facilitating quick visual searches directly from the screen.

#ai-development

fromMedium

Google Expands Gemini 2.0 AI Models with New Releases and Enhanced Capabilities

Google's Gemini 2.0 lineup expands with new AI models, enhancing performance and cost efficiency for developers and businesses.

Mobile UX

Google Gemini app gets the latest 2.0 experimental models

Google's Gemini app now features Gemini 2.0 with improved reasoning capabilities and transparency in AI responses.

fromMedium

Google Expands Gemini 2.0 AI Models with New Releases and Enhanced Capabilities

Google's Gemini 2.0 lineup expands with new AI models, enhancing performance and cost efficiency for developers and businesses.

Mobile UX

Google Gemini app gets the latest 2.0 experimental models

Google's Gemini app now features Gemini 2.0 with improved reasoning capabilities and transparency in AI responses.

Samsung's Galaxy S25 arrives with a better Google Gemini | TechCrunch

Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 series with integrated Google AI updates to enhance productivity across devices.

7 months ago

This TCL QLED TV is the model I recommend to most buyers - and it just hit an all-time low price

TCL's QM8 flagship TV offers a sleek design, easy unboxing, and a user-friendly remote, making it a significant upgrade from previous models.