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New Feature leaked for Samsung Galaxy Watch 3

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Samsung’s People eagerly await Samsung’s annual event on August 5 as it is going to be the launching ground for new Samsung devices. Among those,  Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is also expected to launch on the same day. The watch details have been leaked months before, and it was already expected that the watch could be placed along with the Galaxy S20 range of devices.

However, more information about the device has been leaked a week ahead of its official launch. As per the details, Samsung released the Galaxy Watch 3 Plugin app, which is said to have many features and provides information on what the watch will be able to do.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 will support hand gestures, something new that the company has to offer in this segment. According to Samsung, “the watch’s sensors are sensitive enough to detect hand movements reliably, which means you can answer calls by clenching and unclenching your fist”.

Also, the user can shake their hand to ignore any incoming call. The watch will also bring in a new feature that was added to the Apple Watch as well. In this feature, if your watch falls, it will continuously ring for 60 seconds, and if the user does not respond, it will send the location to emergency contact with a five-second sound recording. It is called the fall detection feature.

The new watch will also allow the user to take a screenshot by simply pressing both the watch’s keys together. Lastly, the company will be launching the smartwatch in nine different variants, which will start from $400, with the range going up to $600. The watch is also said to add a better sleep tracker and more features, that could be a part of the future software updates.

S-Pen capabilities of Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leaked

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The much-awaited event from Samsung on August 5 is highly expected, and everyone is waiting for the launch of new devices, especially the Galaxy S20 lineup. Before the official launch, several leaks and images of the device have given us a fair idea of how the phone can perform and what it will look like. However, it seems like more information is coming out for the device, and this time it is the S-Pen capabilities that have been leaked.

As per the details, the new generation of the S-Pen will be much more powerful and smarter than the previous generation. One of the highlighted features was using the S-Pen as a pointer by simply pressing the button on it.

Double pressing the button will allow you to shift between the laser and spotlight pointers, showcasing the power of the S-Pen in a much better way. Just like a normal pointer, you can also change the pointer speed as per your preference. The S-Pen button can also be used as a shutter for the camera app, where it can remotely click the photo from your phone.

However, these are not the only features that have been leaked; there is a lot more to come in the coming days, just before the launch. It is said that the S-Pen will have many more features that will be added through future software updates as well. In that case, the new S-Pen seems to be a great investment for users who will buy the devices.

Get ready for the Pokemon Go Fest 2020

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Pokemon is one of the most popular and one of the highest-earning franchises globally when it comes to animation and games. One of the most popular games in the franchise if Pokemon Go created a big hype with the launch globally and still has millions of users online every time. For all the Pokemon fans, the Pokemon Go fest 2020 will be beginning in the United States. One of the most interesting factors in the game is the Friendship hour, which is one of 5 rotating habitats that define Pokémon GO Fest 2020.

Friendship hour can yield one of the game’s most coveted items: rare candies, which can become candy for any Pokémon. However, any gift a player receives only needs to be open in the friendship hour, only then will they get any rewards in the game. If opened otherwise, it will be a waste of that gift as it does not provide any things worthwhile in the game. The entire game has been structured for each hour, and within that hour, the trainer or the player has to complete a certain challenge and make sure that they claim the bonus. When unlocked, the player can use the bonus for the remaining hour.

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Therefore, the player needs to make sure that all gifts are sent at the beginning of hours and wait to open it until the bonus is unlocked. Once done, open the gift for more surprises. The global event has already taken place in other cities like New Zealand and Australia, and the event will only be open for the ticket holders, so make sure to grab your ticket right now.

Dual Screen Windows Manager coming for Surface Duo

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Surface Duo is one of Microsoft’s most expected devices, which will be launched later this year. A lot of rumors and information has already been leaked before the release of the product. As per the new update, Microsoft is planning to add support for Google’s Jetpack Windows Manager to the Surface Duo, which would allow developers to code to a cross-device API, which would work as well on the Surface Duo as the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. Using these features, the developers will be able to two elements of the folding screen, display feature, and device state.

The display features API will let developers know about any disruptions in the continuous screen surface, such as folds, hinges, curved areas, or cutouts, and adapt their app layout to avoid these. It would help the developers detect the hinge state, which can be open, close, or partially open or closed. It will be very useful for app developers as well, as it would allow them to create new applications that can be universal. Microsoft has the choice of selecting Surface Duo SDK, which is ready for deployment or decides on a migration strategy to the Foldables Jetpack library provided by Google.

However, the Google library is currently in the Alpha stage and would require some time before it is fully prepared. If the company decides to use the Google Jetpack library, it will be a problem for all the app developers who are already using the Surface Duo SDK, but using Google’s platform will open a bigger product dimension.

Apple Airpods on Sale for just $200

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When it comes to wireless pods, there is nothing better than Apple Airpods Pro. It is why this is the best time to buy them at a super discounted price. Apple has announced a discount on the Apple AirPods Pro, and they are available for just $200. The price is $50 less than it was offered and is the best available deal on the product.

The earphones come with an in-ear construction and have one of the best quality sound reproduction in its competition. The AirPods Pro comes with three different sizes of silicone tips that can be used for adjustable fitting in one ear. The deal is currently running in Staples and will only last till the stocks are available.

So if you were looking to buy them, then this might be the best time. However, make sure that you get them before the stocks run out as the offer will end on August 1. However, if you do not want to spend $200 for AirPods pro and are looking for a little less expensive alternate, you can also buy the standard Apple AirPods at $129, which is $30 less than the original listed price.

Apple is soon going to launch its new products and devices in the coming months, and it is expected that they might launch a new version of the Airpods and Airpods Pro version. It might be the reason why the users are getting such a heavy discount on the product.

Google Nest thermostats with ‘w5’ WiFi error will be replaced

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Recently the Google Nest Thermostats user has been facing the “w5 error” while remotely connecting their device to the WiFi connection. Many users have reported the same issue, and Google has finally acknowledged it. In a statement, Google said that the issue is known, and the problem is with the thermostats WiFi chip. The company has now guaranteed their users that they will replace the device if the issue is not resolved through troubleshooting.

The issue has been persistent with the users since November 2019, where the users were immediately getting the w5 error whole, establishing a remote connection. Many users also tried to troubleshoot the issue with Google support, where the device was reset to factory settings.

However, the device was still unable to connect to any WiFi Network. As per the users, the issue started for many of them after updating the device. As per them, the device stopped working properly after updates were installed. While most customers are claiming similar reasons, many say that the WiFi chip installed in the device is fried, due to which they are facing the issue.

Google clarified that the issue will not hamper the device’s operation and will continue to control the home heating and cooling system. However, the issue will be a problem for those who used to control the system using their smartphone, that required remote connectivity. 

A very small number of Nest thermostat users are experiencing a known issue with the WiFi chip that causes remote connectivity issues. It does not affect the thermostat’s ability to control the customer’s heating and cooling system in the home but impacts the user’s ability to manage the thermostat remotely. If a user sees this error and can’t be resolved through troubleshooting, they are prompted to contact customer support for assistance and be issued a replacement device.

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Minecraft now allows you to play Doom on a PC with Windows 95

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Minecraft is a game with unlimited imagination and creativity. You can build various things in it and create a world of your own. However, things never seem to stop for Minecraft, and now and then, it will add a new element to it, which makes the game even more engaging. As per the latest update to the game, a user can now build a real PC in the game and boot Windows 95 operating system.

Once you run the Windows 95, you can also play the popular “Doom” game on it. The update was added through a new Mod called the “VM Computers mod.” With this Mod you can create a computer using the parts of the satellite orbiting around the Minecraft world. The most engaging part is that it can boot not only Windows 95 but also many other operating systems.

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The Mod can be used with VirtualBox, which is a free and open-source virtual machine software. Within Minecraft, you place a PC case block and then use it to create virtual hard drives to install operating systems from ISO files. Since VM computer Mod experimented for a long time in the game, it also allows the users to play “Doom” games on the created PC.

Playing a classic game inside a game is a cool feature. It not only stops there; you can even play Minecraft on the same PC, which you have created in the game. Doesn’t it seem like inception, where the game is running inside another game? We might expect Minecraft to run more games inside the game-built PC.

Microsoft is soon coming with its Surface folding phone

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Folding phones has been a very recent trend among smartphone companies that are still trying to find its space in the market. With foldable phones from Samsung, Motorola, and Huawei, the market of foldable phones has just started picking up the pace. However, there are still many issues that the foldable phone market is facing, and it is something that companies will refine over time.

In the race of foldable smartphones, I might soon see an offering from Microsoft under development for a long time. The device was called the Microsoft Surface Duo, a foldable smartphone, and will run on the Android operating system. 

The phone is almost complete, and after various rounds of perfecting and testing the technology, it might finally be announced and launched in a few weeks. As per Gizmodo’s information, Microsoft filed papers for the Surface Duo with the US Federal Communications Commission, and it also sought Bluetooth SIG certification.

The launch is expected to be in Holiday 2020, which is also when the company will be launching its next-generation gaming console. The phone’s information also revealed a few specs like the 5.6-inch screen, Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 processor, and the operating system Android 10. As per the company, the device cannot be called just a phone. 

The kind of functionality it will provide will be much more than what a phone can. It will land somewhere in between a phone and a large tablet. Microsoft is expected to bring in many different and new features in the device, and it is expected that its foldable device would not have any issues found in the foldable phones for other companies. Until then, the company will probably launch the device somewhere around October, but we will still be waiting for their official announcement.

Details available for Android Automotive media apps at Polestar 2 launch

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Google has been trying to dominate and expand in various segments of the market. The automotive market is one of those domains, and Google has been working on a model-esque OS for cars for a long time. The company has made a new OS that automakers can use and customized as per their preference. The OS base will be based on the Android operating system as it provides almost unlimited customization options.

The company will be launching the new device Polestar 2 very soon, which will be the first vehicle with Android Automotive. The company has also revealed the initial app lineup that can be used through the device. The Polestar 2 is an electric fastback from the Volvo Car Group in Sweden and China’s Geely. The device will be made available later this year and will compete directly with the Tesla Model 3. The apps that will be available at launch for Polestar 2 are mentioned below.

  • Podcast apps Castbox and Pocket Casts
  • Library app Libby
  • Radio apps iHeartRadio, Swedish Radio Play and NRK Radio; Bauer Media Audio’s Magic Radio and Radioplayer apps
  • Music and podcast app Spotify

Google also showcases the integration of Youtube and Google Maps to the same platform last year, which will be continued and made better. The apps are available for Android Automotive vehicles, including the Volvo XC40 Recharge and GM, when it launches its first AA vehicles in 2021. Not only this, but the device will also get a custom app store, which will add a lot more applications in the future.

The device will also include three years of internet connectivity, available directly inside the car. The device will also have a new version of the Android Automotive emulator, which will fully implement embedded Google apps and services.

The new and better than ever Corning Gorilla Glass is here

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The Corning Gorilla Glass is one of the oldest parts used in smartphone screens, ever since touchscreen technology was introduced. There would rarely be any phone that does not have the Gorilla Glass protection. We all know that it protects the screen from any scratches and is also tougher than any other glass. The company has recently announced its new Gorilla Glass, which is much tougher than its previous version. The new version of Gorilla Glass is said to easily handle a six-foot drop, with the ability to resist scratches. It is also the first new version of the glass in a couple of years. 

The new version’s name is Gorilla Glass Victus, which is made to make the existing features of the previous Gorilla Glass even better. The company uses a process called annealing, similar to (but not the same thing as) tempering, which is the secret to their glasses’ durability. It also has been a secret for their company for over a century.

The processes use heating and cooling to toughen glass, but where annealing lets the heated glass come down to room temperature naturally, tempering douses its temperature rapidly. It not only increases the strength in the glass but also makes it resist scratches and scuff marks. It is the reason why it was used as one of the first products for smartphone screens. 

However, due to the degraded quality in the last few versions, the new version was really important for the company, bringing the same features, for which the company was known. It is still not clear which smartphone company will be using this for their next and upcoming phones. However, since Apple is a client of Corning’s, it is expected that they might want to add this technology to their phone in the future.

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