Lee Kelly

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iOS 14’s updated wallpaper settings panel allegedly leaked

iOS 14 might also introduce a new “Home Screen Appearance” option that will let users choose between three versions of the same wallpaper.

Zoom updates default security settings to prevent Zoombombing

Zoom’s new password settings cannot be modified for a single user or free accounts. And even though it adds some hassle, it is also a necessary evil.

Google Pixel Buds 2 again listed for pre-order ahead of Spring 2020 release

Google Pixel Buds 2 were slated to hit the shelves in Spring 2020, but the shipments of Google’s first true wireless earbuds are yet to begin.

Apple buys AI startup to possibly improve Siri’s natural language understanding

Apple might employ Voysis’ expertise and resources to further improve how Siri responds to natural language, catching up with Google Assistant.

HP Envy 17 goes official packing 4K display and 10th Gen Intel processor

HP Envy 17 has an aluminium build, a fingerprint scanner, and comes equipped with the NVIDIA GeForce MX330 GPU to handle graphics.

Google Maps makes it easier to find takeout and delivery restaurants nearby

Tapping on either tag will pull up a list of restaurants that let you order a takeout and joints that will deliver to your doorstep.

5G towers torched over coronavirus conspiracy, UK government calls it nonsense

5G towers across many cities in the UK were set on fire due to conspiracy theories linking 5G network to the spread of coronavirus.

Samsung’s upcoming true wireless earbuds might look like… beans

Samsung’s next-generation true wireless earbuds apparently borrow their design from beans, and they look the part too with their unique shape.

OnePlus 7T series gets improved slo-mo video capture with new update

OnePlus 7T and OnePlus 7T Pro also get the March Android security patch with the latest OxygenOS updates, but it is rolling out in a phased manner.

Beware! ‘Zoombombing’ is a federal offence that can lead to imprisonment

‘Zoombombing’ is the new viral trend that is making life miserable for…

Skype now lets you make a call without sign up or app download

Skype now lets you start a video call by just creating a link and sharing it with people, without anyone having to sign up or download the app.

Google Fi increases data limit to 30GB per user during COVID-19 crisis

After extending the payment grace period for customers to 60 days, Google Fi has now upped the monthly high-speed data cap to 30GB for all plans.
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You can now click photos on your Galaxy S20 using a Samsung smartwatch

Samsung’s Camera Controller app has added support for the Galaxy S20 series, allowing users to capture photos using a smartwatch on their Samsung flagship.

Lenovo and Motorola extend product warranty to May 31 amid health crisis

Lenovo and Motorola have extended the warranty of smartphones and accessories until May 31 to help customers affected by the ongoing health crisis.
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Samsung again tries to address the Exynos 990 vs Snapdragon 865 debate

Samsung is again trying to tell buyers that the Exynos 990 and Snapdragon 865 variants of Galaxy S20 are at equal footing, but the argument is unconvincing.

Samsung’s mobile division will make its own foldable glass to lower price

Samsung Electronics aims to make foldable glass that is thicker and can be folded without any issues such as cracking or leaving a deep crease.

HBO just made a ton of movies and TV series free for everyone

HBO is keeping Game of Thrones exclusive to paid subscribers, which is quite disappointing, but not surprising at all given its status as the marquee asset.

HONOR 30 leak reveals 50MP Sony sensor and a periscope camera

HONOR 30 will reportedly feature a 50MP custom Sony sensor and will also pack a periscope camera akin to the HUAWEI P40 Pro.

Apple accidentally confirms AirTags tracking device in official video

AirTags will reportedly employ the Ultra Wideband radio technology for spatial awareness courtesy of the U1 chip, which is also fitted inside the iPhone 11.

Facebook launches a new Messenger app for Windows and macOS

The new Messenger app for PC and Mac brings seamless chat and call syncing across mobile and desktop, and also has a dark mode.
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MEMC chip on OnePlus 8 series will support YouTube, Netflix, and Prime Video

The MEMC chip will upscale 30fps videos up to 120fps frame rate so that they can take full advantage of the 120Hz screen on the OnePlus 8 series phones.

OnePlus 8 series gets A+ display rating from DisplayMate even before launch

DisplayMate lauded the display quality of OnePlus 8 series phones and called their colour accuracy ‘virtually indistinguishable from perfect’.

Apple Card owners can skip their monthly payment in April too

After allowing Apple Card holders to skip their monthly payment in March, Apple and Partner Goldman Sachs are now letting them defer it for another month.

Foxconn assures 5G iPhones still on track for fall 2020 launch

Foxconn, which is Apple’s key manufacturing partner, says a fall 2020 launch is still possible for the 5G iPhones if no further delays occur.

YouTube is working on a TikTok rival called ‘Shorts’ coming later this year

Unlike TikTok which is a standalone app, Shorts will exist as a feature within the YouTube mobile app.