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Google Chat now supports message bubbles on iPhones
Google Chat is getting a visual upgrade with the introduction of message bubbles on iOS devices.

Enhanced features and iOS support now available for Google Drive scanner
Google has announced a major overhaul of the Google Drive scanner feature, making it simpler and more efficient to scan and arrange physical documents.

iPhone alarm has been ringing every day at 9:25 am for five years and cannot be disabled
A woman named Angele Sofia recently took to TikTok to share a frustrating bug that has been affecting her iPhone for the past four or five years.

Fossil Gen 6 watches receiving Wear OS 3.5 update despite reported issues
Fossil smartwatch owners are finally receiving the Wear OS 3.5 update, albeit a bit later than expected.

Samsung plans to rename its Exynos chips with a unique and unconventional new title, according to a tipster.
Phonearena has reported on a new rumor about Samsung rebranding its Exynos chips as “Dream Chip.” The tip comes from a tweet by @OreXda via SamMobile.

Apps are finally taking advantage of Android 14’s built-in screenshot detection feature
Ephemeral messaging apps like Snapchat have long relied on screenshot detection to prevent users from permanently saving conversations and media.

The EU’s digital rights advocates are raising concerns over Meta’s “privacy fee”
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has recently rolled out a paid subscription service for users in the European Union.

Foxconn, supplier of Apple’s iPhone, plans to invest $1.5 billion in Indian manufacturing operations
Foxconn Technology Group, a multinational electronics contract manufacturing company known for supplying components to various OEMs, has garnered attention with recent developments in its production…

There are no plans for a mid-range phone called Nothing Phone 2a in the works, despite rumors.
It appears that Nothing is working on expanding its lineup with a mid-range handset called the Nothing Phone 2a.

Samsung’s Harman purchases Roon, a music management and streaming platform
Samsung’s Harman acquires music management and streaming platform Roon Samsung-owned Harman has just announced the acquisition of Roon, a music management, discovery, and streaming platform.
I’m a Fan of the Pixel Watch 2, But Google Needs to Step Up Their Game
Google Pixel Watch 2 Review When the Pixel Watch 1 was released last year, it fell short in a lot of areas including battery life, lagging, and poor design choices.

NBTC certification reveals Galaxy S24 Ultra launch is imminent
Samsung is preparing to launch its next flagship series, the Galaxy S24, and there are rumors and leaks circulating about it.

Google App may relocate search bar to bottom for easier access on Android devices
Loads of Android smartphones globally (China’s the exception) come pre-loaded with Google apps, and one of the mainstays is the Google App.

Get a Moto G Stylus 5G (2023) or Samsung Galaxy A23 5G for only $40 at Boost Mobile
Boost Mobile continues to offer great deals beyond Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but these might not last too long.

Evernote tries to entice free users to upgrade to a paid account by testing new restrictions on free features
The Evernote elephant app icon has been around for a long time and the company that purchased Evernote a little more than a year ago, is testing a plan that it hopes will bring more paid subscribers…

Google discontinues feature that connected parents and kids with valuable information
We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but if you’re a fan of Google Assistant’s “animal of the day” we have to tell you that with today’s selection, Crickets, this feature is no more.

Numerous budget Samsung phones receiving Android 14 update currently
Samsung has been hard at work testing Android 14 to ensure that the update goes smoothly for all eligible devices.

Google Drive allegedly lost some user data, Google is responding and investigating
Google Drive, the widely used cloud storage service, is reportedly facing an issue that’s causing files to disappear for some users.
First AI Core app update released for Google Pixel 8 Pro
Google has released an update for the AI Core app on Pixel 8 Pro devices today.

iPhone 15 Pro shipments indicate increasing demand
According to data computed by Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), shipments of panels for the current iPhone 15 series grew 16% compared with the number of panels shipped for the iPhone 14…

Clearing the Cache on Your iPhone for Improved Speed and Performance
What’s up, iPhone users? Have you ever wondered if clearing your iPhone’s cache could actually make a significant difference in its performance? Well, the answer is yes!

Live Photo Allegedly Shows First Phone with Dual Periscope Lenses: Oppo Find X7 Pro
One of the brands under the umbrella of China’s BBK Electronics along with Vivo, OnePlus, Realme, and iQOO is Oppo. If you’re a phone enthusiast, the name should be familiar to you.

Guess which Huawei model this leak is about – the P70 or the Nova 12 Ultra? Take a gamble on this questionable leak!
The Huawei Mate 60 Pro is still giving some US officials nightmares, and now Huawei is getting ready to release something else. Could it be the Huawei P70… or the Huawei Nova 12 Ultra?

Get your hands on the amazing Beats Studio Buds+ from Apple at an unbeatable price, now available in a new colorway.
Apple’s Beats Studio Buds+ are currently on sale in a “cosmic silver” color option for a price that is $50 lower than their original list price of $169.95.

