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We have to keep an open mind yet Google Pixel 5 renders don’t seem legit

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Google has been offering the Pixel range of smartphones for a long time now, and they have been very popular among Pixel fanboys for its high-end specs. Although we are still waiting for a proper launch of Google Pixel 4a, new rumored pics have been leaked, claiming to be of Google Pixel 5.

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The images were leaked by Pictou, which is a phone accessory store and claims that these pics are CAD-based renders of the Google Pixel 5 device. Although the leaks are still to be verified, we cannot be sure whether these leaks are genuine. However, we did want everyone to know that Google Pixel 5 is a mid-range segment smartphone device that Google expected to launch in the future.

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As per the leaks, it looks very similar or a spiced-up version of a Google Pixel 4a. The leaked images show a similar camera setup to that of a Pixel 4a and also houses a rear fingerprint scanner. The phone also has a front selfie camera on the left side of the screen, which does not seem to be the kind of design Google wants to go with its Pixel range.

It is why the leaks cannot be confirmed as genuine at this point. Since these pictures are from an unproven source, they do not provide a confirmed picture of what a Pixel 5 should look like. So we cannot possibly imagine a Google Pixel 5 based on these images and will have to wait for a few more leaks if the phone is in the development process.

It is expected that the coming weeks will bring out more information about the phone’s specs and physical appearance. Until then, we can expect Google to bring out a great Pixel device in the future which is based on the mid-range smartphone category.

Google removed these Dangerous apps from the Play Store, Remove them from your phone now

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Google play store is one of the best app markets in the world. With over millions of applications on play store, there is a possibility of application that might prove to be a threat to a user’s data. Such applications are called malware and are often found in the play store.

Google has been conducting various checks on the application after it has been posted on the Playstore to ensure that it follows the Google guidelines. However, if any of the available applications are acting as malware or an application which poses threat to users device or data, it is immediately removed from the Google Playstore.

Luckily, Google, along with other companies such as Evina, an expert on cybersecurity, keeps checking for such applications leaving no room for such applications to go undetected.

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Recently, Google Playstore has removed 25 applications from their servers, which are no longer available to download. These applications were stealing users’ data from the mobile device and sent to an unsecured server.

The list of 25 applications that have been removed includes a simple torch application to wallpaper and a music player app. These applications have a combined of 2 million downloads on different Android devices.

Google Playstore has also suggested their users remove these applications from their phone not to access the data any further. The major issue was that these applications had a very high customer rating on the play store, due to which people trusted the application and installed it on their phone.

These applications made the user enter the login details on the fake login page to steal the data. If you are still not aware of these applications, you should immediately check and remove them from your mobile device, as they can be a major threat to your personal information.

Samsung Insider leaks the Price of Galaxy Note 20

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Samsung Galaxy series is one of the most popular ranges from Samsung mobile. The Galaxy Note series has been a widely popular device for Samsung. Samsung Galaxy Note 20 was a much-awaited device this year, rumored to house premium specs and a great physical appearance.

For those waiting for information regarding its launch, details have been leaked from a Samsung insider, climbing the launch date to be August 5, 2020. The date is not the official release date for the device, but for the lunch event from Samsung, which can display multiple devices.

As per the details, the company will start to take pre-orders after the event ends, and the delivery date of the phones will be somewhere close to mid of September.

The launch event is just a month away, and as per the leaked details, Samsung Galaxy Note 20 will come with a very high price tag. After the pre-orders, the handset will ship to the customers by mid-September, with the same deadline to start selling it in the market. Along with the Samsung Galaxy Note 20, the company will also launch its premium smartphone Samsung Galaxy Fold 2.

The device will be a big upgrade to the older model and is said to cover all the major issues in the previous version. We all know the kind of issues Samsung had to face with the launch, pre-order, and first devices sold to the customers.

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It is expected that the new Galaxy Fold 2 will be a much better and refined device than before. Meanwhile, those who are expecting Samsung Galaxy Note 20 on August 5 should be ready to spend some big bucks, because it is expected to be launched at a higher price than what was decided for Galaxy S20 at its launch.

OnePlus Launcher v4.5.6 gets toggle feature between Google Discover Feed and OnePlus Shelf

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OnePlus has been one of the most popular premium smartphone brands in the world. The brand has gained a lot of popularity over the last couple of years since its launch and is currently a great premium phone competitor. OnePlus Smartphones are known for their great hardware setup along with a customized and refined UI experience.

Adding to the UI experience, OnePlus has officially launched the new build of its customer Launcher v4.5.6. The launch brings a lot of improvement, bug fixes, and additional features to the phone and provides a new method to manage the OnePlus shelf and Google Discover feed simultaneously.

The update improves the feature where the user adds an optional downward swipe that allows quick access to the OnePlus shelf, which is very similar to what a user does to access the access panel on android. With the new update, the user has been given a dedicated toggle button to switch between Google discover feed and OnePlus shelf.

The functionality is easier to adapt to and allows the user to access their favorite content and application from the Google feed or One Plus shelf as per their choice.

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It is still unclear whether the old swipe down feature has been removed in this update or not, but the process has been made easier with the toggle button. The only problem is that the feature has not been activated on all the devices with the same launcher.

It seems that multiple OnePlus devices that have been updated to the current version of the launcher do not have access to the toggle button. It seems that the function can only be enabled through a server-side switch, which is not how the companies have been working these days.

Those who cannot see the toggle button might still be able to use the swipe down feature on their smartphones.

Some vital warnings for millions of Google users

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Gmail is one of the most commonly used personal and professional email services globally; Although Gmail is powered and backed up by Google’s best technology, it does not mean that it does not have its fair share of problems.

Recently Gmail was noticed to be suffering from a problem where email filters are causing potentially dangerous, exploitative, and NSFW messages to be sent directly to users’ inboxes. It has been recognized by Google and is claimed to have affected millions of users worldwide. Although Gmail’s technical team has clarified that the issue has been resolved, the user will not face any similar issues in the future.

However, when checked later, it was found that the issue is still present in Gmail was also confirmed by verified sources like Reddit and Twitter. It was suspected that the spam filter for Gmail had completely broken down and was no longer able to categorize spam mail, which was sent directly to the primary inbox of the users.

Twitter and Reddit were filled with customer experience where they have claimed to be facing the same issue, and their inbox was filled with spam emails. The issue also caused delays in sending and receiving regular emails on the Gmail primary inbox.

As confirmed by the Gmail technical team, the major issue was with the spam filters, affecting the primary function of Gmail. They also mentioned that although the scan for malware and potential threats is active on Gmail and has been resolved, the users should remain cautious while checking their emails, as a few users were still facing the issues.

A warning has been issued by Gmail to all its worldwide users, asking them to be careful while sending and receiving email. As per their official statement, they are currently working on what’s left of users’ issues. Gmail tops our list of free email service providers, do not forget to read it.

Xbox Series S vs Ps5 Digital is Keeping Bull’s Eye on Defeating Sony’s PlayStation 5

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Xbox and PlayStation consoles have been serious rivals of the gaming industry. There is no doubt that both are some of the most powerful gaming consoles with their dedicated community of users and exclusive content. Recently PlayStation 5 Digital edition was released online from Sony, giving a good new look at the new white-colored body and powerful hardware.

As soon as the launch hit the digital platform, everyone was waiting for Xbox to respond with their console, which was rumored to be more powerful than the PlayStation 5 series. With the recent leaks of  Microsoft’s ‘Project Lockhart’, aka Xbox series S, it is expected that a new console can be launched in August this year.

It also provides the first glimpse of the digital-only version of Microsoft Xbox series X. It should be noted that Microsoft has not yet made any official announcement about their next-generation gaming console, which is the series S.

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Major details were also leaked about the S series, stating that it would be an upgrade to the Xbox One S series, provided as a cheaper alternative to the powerful Xbox series X. It is also expected that the new console will not use any disc to play the game and will be dependent on digital downloads from the store, something that would not be appreciated by users who prefer to have their games installed through a disc.

Microsoft has made their intentions clear that they will beat PlayStation consoles this year, by providing much powerful hardware specs at a lower price. They are also planning to add many gaming bundles and Xbox Gaming passes along with the console. This year is not going to be easy for PlayStation to attract users based on its brand value.

Xbox has emerged as a better console by upgrading itself every year and bringing out more gaming aspects. It would be interesting to watch how Xbox takes over the PlayStation 5 with its offering to the customers.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Will Rule the Tablet Market Soon

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Tablets have been a part of the mobile industry for more than a decade now. However, with the increasing size of touchscreens on mobile phones, the market for tablets has now decreased a lot. However, Samsung is still planning to launch tablet devices, which will be named the Galaxy Tab S7. As per the latest rumors and leaks, the tablets can be launched in the coming days.

It is possible that the tablet will be equipped with 5G connectivity and would have the best hardware specs that Samsung has introduced in any of its tablet devices. Samsung has already planned the much-awaited annual Samsung event on August 5, which is supposed to be the platform for unveiling many flagship devices from Samsung. The leaks suggest that the company will be displaying its Galaxy S7 tablet and S7 plus tablet version to the consumer, which will also be available for pre-booking after the event ends.

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The same event is also said to be the launching ground for their premium flagship, the Galaxy Note 20 series, which will be launched at a very high price and will be available for pre-order after the launch. However, nothing official has been confirmed by Samsung on any of these devices. The Galaxy tab S7 and S7 Plus are rumored to have an 11 inch and 12.4-inch screen size. It is expected to be designed to take down Apple iPad in the competition.

The Galaxy S7 tab which is expected to launch will inbuilt fast charging features, which is now available in all Samsung devices. Also, it is rumored that these tablets can have a battery size of up to 10,000 mAh. Therefore, a fast-charging capability of 30W or more would do justice to the battery size. Samsung tablets are some of the most premium segment tablets in the market, which brings out many expectations from the users who are waiting for it.

European Consumer Group demands Apple to pay more money to settle #Batterygate

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Earlier in 2016, when Apple admitted that they were slowing down older iPhones with the updates to compensate for the performance, it led to a huge disappointment among iPhone users. Eventually, Apple had to pay huge compensation to the users for the issue. The iPhone users faced an issue where an update was installed on their phone without their approval, which remotely throttled the CPU on older iPhones. It happened after the iOS version 10.2.1 was installed on the iPhones.

Some users also had an issue before the update where the phones rebooted or crashed while using an application or certain functions. Apple was accused that it intentionally slowed down the iPhone, which limited the lifetime of older models, forcing the users to buy the latest version. However, Apple had a very different reason for the same. The battery on the older models was weaker as per them, and throttling the battery would have increased the performance and battery life.

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However, when Apple finally apologized for the same in 2017 and offered to replace the older models’ battery with a huge discount on iPhone 6, 6s, and SE models. It had to replace more than 11 million handset batteries within a year. It not only cost a lot of money but also led to a downfall of Apple’s reputation.

Although the issue has been down and dusted with, five European countries, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Brazil, still want Apple to pay more for the battery and performance issue they had faced a couple of years back. A hearing will be held in December this year, which will issue a final ruling about the settlement. The demand from the consumer groups is around Euros 60 for each customer. However, this issue also led to battery health feature addition, which allows a user to check their battery health at regular intervals.

Why does one need the help of Elo players to level up in WoW?

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Elo Boosting is a widely popular term for players who have been playing games like World of Warcraft and League of Legends for a long time. Players who play such games for a long time understand that leveling up in these games or getting a higher rank is tedious. Since billions of players are playing this game worldwide, it is not easy to easily rise among the higher ranks.

With so much competition and professional players playing on the servers, winning the game becomes much more difficult. The problem is much bigger for new players who think that dedicated gameplay hours can help them achieve a good status. However, the reality is quite the opposite. Games like World of Warcraft and League of Legends take years of gameplay and countless hours to achieve a rank among the topmost players.

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Investing so much time is impossible for everyone; therefore, one uses the Elo boosting services for the same. So Elo boosting in simple words is hiring a professional player, who will play on your behalf from your profile and help you gain a higher rank and achievement, while you are busy doing something else.

These Elo players are professionals and have years of experience while playing this game. There are individual Elo players and companies who provide you with these services in return for payment. There are a lot of advantages to using these Elo boosting services.

Saves times and is much faster

You will see great results on the game when you see an expert play it rather than someone who is new to this domain or has little experience. Professional players know all the shortcuts and strategies to win. Therefore, they not only save your time but also make the ranking up and achievement much faster. Years to rank among the top can be frustrating in online games as you know that every second, a new player will be joining the game among the billions already there. Therefore, Elo players not only make the process much more efficient but also make your profile rank among the top in lesser time.

Reliable

Elo boosting is very reliable when it comes to the results one can achieve in the gaming profile through it. Once you have hired an Elo player, you will immediately start to see amazing results on your profile. Most of the Elo players also provide the option of reimbursement if they cannot fulfill the requirements as per the client, but that is very unlikely to happen.

If you hire a good and trusted professional, your account will never be banned by the gaming servers, and you will be amazed at the value they provide to your gaming account for the amount charged. You can either select a reputed individual Elo Player or a company that provides similar services. Make sure to check their work history before selecting them.

Customized results

The best part about Elo boosting is the amount of transparency one gets while using these services. While using the Elo boosting services, you will have complete access to communicate with the Elo player so that you can make them understand your requirements and how you want them to shape the profile of the gamer. Elo Players make sure that they are in constant touch with the client through chats to be aware of the changes in the account and the achievements that have been unlocked in real-time.

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Respect among friends and players

If you are playing with friends on the game or with a group, then letting an ELO player handle it will respect your friends and other gaming groups. Since you will be ranked higher, your stature in the game will be much more than them. It’s also a great way to impress you, friends, and acquaintances.

Conclusion

These are some of the reasons why one should go for Elo boosting services. It prevents any kind of frustration from long sitting hours on the game and helps to get the achievements much faster and easier. Ensure that the Elo boosting services you are hiring insure you against a banned account or any other kind of problem. Also, make sure to hire a reputed Elo player or company to get the best results. Finally, do check our best list of games for android if you are into mobile games as well.

How the User Experience of MacBook is better than Windows

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When it comes to the user experience of the operating system, the two strongest contenders are Windows and macOS. There have been mixed reviews by people who prefer either of the operating systems, considering one to be better over others.

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However, when it comes to the overall comparison and the majority of opinion, MacBook is considered to have much easier usage and better usability than Windows devices. People have used both Windows and macOS to have preferred using a MacBook over a Windows laptop. Also, most of the business users around the world prefer using a MacBook, then a Windows laptop, when it comes to ease of usage and better shortcut & functionality.

Be it a normal user or a business user, MacOS is much easier to use when it comes to overall functionality. macOS is one of the best OS in the world as it provides the best of security features, along with easy to use features, attractive graphics, and perfect integration of Software and Hardware. Let’s look at some of the few reasons why using a MacBook provides a much better user experience than the Windows system.

Overall Experience

The overall experience of macOS is much smoother and easier to use than Windows. For example, the loading time of MacOS is less than half of what the Windows operating system provides. Not just the speed, but the way a user interacts with the operating system is also much more harmonious. macOS is clean, refined, stable, and has a lot of security and privacy features. macOS is much easier to navigate, and one can easily-open, install, and close an application without any issues. The windows operating systems are far slower than Mac and need a lot of work to raise their standards to what Mac has provided.

Perfect integration of Hardware and Software

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It is one of the major advantages that Apple has over Microsoft while designing its operating system. Since Apple creates its hardware and software, they are integrated so that all the applications and software runs seamlessly, providing opportunities for the operating systems to add a lot more features. Also, since Apple has designed hardware and software, they work in perfect symphony, rarely giving any issue while using the operating system. It also allows the user to share the data between multiple Mac devices perfectly without even needing to sync them.

For example, if you are writing an email on the iPhone, you can close it and continue to write it on your MacBook. The operating systems have been built as an environment where multiple Apple devices can be used as one with the same id. Similarly, the glass trackpad is an excellent piece of functionality as it has a lot of shortcuts to use just by the use of multiple fingers.

Too many options

The windows operating system indeed comes in various configurations and technical specifications, not a standard set by Apple. Apple has a set of limited devices under MacBook at different price ranges. They have a specific offering for each price range, and the customer can purchase one as per their needs. In Windows, the different manufacturer provides different configurations at a different price, so there is no standard offering for the customer, making it confusing to select the right PC.

Build Quality

There is no doubt that MacBook has the best quality built when it comes to the segment. Nothing can be as beautiful as a MacBook as it created with a single sheet of Aluminum, rather than the plastic built that most of the Windows Laptop has. There is no denying the fact that the Macs are expensive, but the type of built quality one gets is far better than what one would get from a windows laptop. Also, the accessories provided by Apple are built with the same finesse and quality to make sure that customers get what they are paying for. Be it their laptop, screens, glass trackpad, chargers, cables, everything speaks of high quality.

Security

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It is one of the biggest factors in a MacBook, which has made them what they are right now. Every year, they update their encryptions methods to save the user’s data from any hack and access. It helps to safeguard the user data on the iPhone and MacBook so that no one else can use it. The inbuilt Mac security protocols in the operating systems are more secure than Windows.

Conclusion

These are some of the major points that make a Mac much more user friendly and experience-rich than the Windows operating system. The only way to experience it is either buying a MacBook or using it for a few hours. It is for sure that once you use a MacBook, you will feel a slower experience on the windows operating system.

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