Apple’s Dynamic Island copycat Android app hits over 1 million downloads

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Oct 3, 2022

HyperX, the gaming peripheral division of HP has launched a new headset in India. The device is dubbed as HyperX Cloud Stinger 2. It is aimed at gamers looking for a high-qualityb headset at an affordable price tag. Commenting on the launch, HyperX said “Cloud Stinger 2 stays true to its lightweight predecessors’ quality and comfort at a low price point, now with DTS Headphone:X audio for more enhanced in-game immersion.” Read on to know what the audio device offers out of the box.

The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 is an over-ear headset wired gaming headset. It features 90-degree adjustable rotating earcups and a swivel design. The device’s ear cushion material features premium leatherette and soft memory foam. It also has easy-access controls. The Cloud Stinger 2 is also a lightweight headset that is comfortable and ideal for an extended period of use.

In terms of audio, the HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 is equipped with a 50mm driver. The headset features DTS: X Spatial Audio to improve localization accuracy and 3D audio spatialization. There is a noise-cancelling flexible microphone that also has a swivel-to-mute feature. The gaming headset offers reduced background noise, clear speech quality, and improved in-game chat. The HyperX Cloud Singer 2 is compatible with a PC.

The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 costs Rs 4,690 and will be available for purchase from Amazon.

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OnePlus 9 series to receive stable Android 13 based ColorOS 13 on Oct 31

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Oct 3, 2022

With the official launch of the Android 13, smartphone maker’s have been rushing to roll out the latest Android OS version for their respective smartphone models. Now, the OnePlus 9 series is set to receive the ColorOS 13 update later this month in China.

As per ColorOS China’s official Weibo account, the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro will be receiving the new Android 13 OS based ColorOS 13 update at the end of this month on 31st October 2022. In the popular Chinese microblogging website, the post shared a list for a number of OnePlus and Oppo smartphones receiving the stable build for ColorOS 13. For those unaware, the update has been actively in beta programs for various devices and is finally making its way for certain models in China.

Talking about the update itself, the new major upgrade brings the latest Android 13 build, which brings a number of new features and updates. The new custom skin brings a new Aquamorphic design. This basically means that the free flowing nature of water was the inspiration behind the new UI and its design. Users can also expect ColorOS 13 to change ColorOS 12’s green accents for all new blue shade.

There is also the inclusion of vanilla Android 13’s ‘active apps’ on the notification shade. Furthermore, ColorOS 13 also brings the new Shadow Reflective Clock that simulates the orientation of the sun and moon. The new update would also bring unique new additions to the Always On Display. For those unaware, ColorOS has typically been one of the best in terms of AOD customization, and the new update brings support for more intuitive controls as well.

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POCO X5 5G spotted on IMEI database; key specs, launch timeline tipped

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Oct 3, 2022

POCO X5 5G has surfaced online. The device has been spotted on the IMEI database with model number M20. XiaomiUI spotted the listing of the smartphone. The publication has also revealed key specifications of the POCO X5 5G.

As per the IMEI database, the POCO X5 5G will be available in global, Indian, and China markets. It will be launched in China under the Redmi moniker. The model number of the smartphone for the global market is 22101320G whereas, for India and China, it is 22101320I and 22101320C. The report also adds that the POCO X5 5G has the codename ‘redwood’. XiaomiUI also reveals the launch timeline of the smartphone. It is decoded in the device’s model number i.e. 22101320 where 22 = 2022, 10 = October, and 13 is said to be the date. G, I, and C at the end of the model numbers are said to refer to global, India and China.

As for the key specifications, the POCO X5 5G will reportedly come with an LCD display featuring a 120Hz refresh rate. The upcoming smartphone is tipped to be powered by a Snapdragon 778G+ processor. It is said to be a gaming-centric device with smooth performance and experience.

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Bandit9 Nano e-scooter with a unique fashionable design and 60-mile range unveiled

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Oct 3, 2022

Bandit9 has unveiled its Nano e-scooter which comes as both a fashion statement and exquisite urban mobility solution. The futuristic and aerodynamic design of the Nano draws copious comparisons with Sci-Fi thrillers. Vietnam-based Bandit9 has continued to redefine the urban mobility space with its raft of extremely innovative designs.

The Bandit9 Nano e-scooter has a range of 60 miles (~97km) on a single charge and could be appealing to fashion-conscious urban folks. With design comparisons to the iconic Vespa, the Bandit9 Nano e-scooter could also appeal strongly to the female segment of the market. It has a 904L stainless steel sterling silver exterior. Embedded in the Nano is a 4.2 kWh removable battery that can be fully recharged in four hours. The rear hub of the e-scooter houses a 4kW electric motor that can reach a speed of 70km/h in the higher model and 45km/h in the base model (Nano+).

The two Nano e-scooters are pretty lightweight at just 120kg and Bandit is now receiving pre-orders for both models. The Nano is priced at $4,499 while the Nano+ costs $4,990. There are no dates specified yet for shipping the Nano e-scooter. Bandit9 has continued to roll out retro-futuristic stylings since 2016 when it released a custom motorbike that looks like part of an X-wing fighter.

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Google Pixel 7 series Roundup: Specs, cameras, pricing & other details known so far

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Oct 3, 2022

Google is gearing up to launch the Pixel 7 series smartphones along with other products at its Made By Google event on October 6th. The series will consist of two devices – Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Ahead of the launch, multiple leaks and rumors have revealed almost all of the major details about the upcoming smartphones. So, we bring you a roundup of everything you can expect from the Pixel 7 series.

Pixel 7 series design & display

The Pixel 7 series will not deviate from the design language of the Pixel 6 series, as seen in the official teasers and renders. However, the device has received some polish to the design, especially the camera visor and the camera setup. The visor this time around is made of polished metal, giving the phone a more premium look, and the camera’s placement has also been adjusted to look more pleasing.

On the front, the Pixel 7 Pro will feature a curved 6.7-inch QHD+ LTPO display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate. On the other hand, the vanilla Pixel 7 will get a 6.3-inch flat Full HD+ screen with a refresh rate of 90Hz.

Specs & features

Spec-wise, both devices will feature the Tensor G2 chip that will utilize the same combination of two Cortex-X1 cores, two Cortex-A76 cores, and four Cortex-A55 cores. It will feature a new Mali-G710 GPU, which is expected to significantly improve gaming performance compared to the last generation. Other than that, the phone will have a new NPU, improved modems, and a Titan M2 security chip.

Both phones will offer 128GB or 256GB storage options. The Pixel 7 will have 8GB of RAM, whereas the Pro model will have 12GB of RAM as standard. The phones will support both wired and wireless fast charging and will have a battery life of more than 24 hours. The extreme battery saver feature on the devices is said to extend the battery life up to 72 hours. The Pixel 7 has a 4700mAh battery, while the Pixel 7 Pro has a 5000mAh battery. Both smartphones will offer 30W fast charging. Google probably won’t include the charger in the box. The devices will also be on par with modern flagships when it comes to waterproofing, with an IP68 rating.

Android 13 will be available out of the box for both devices. It will offer the same Pixel-exclusive features like live translation and magic eraser. Both devices will offer face unlock and an in-display fingerprint sensor for security.

Cameras

The Pixel 7 will have a dual-camera system on the back consisting of a 50MP primary camera and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The 7 Pro will receive a 48MP telephoto camera with up to 5x optical zoom in addition to the two cameras on the Pixel 7. The Pro model will support cinematic blur, true tone, macro focus, and up to 30x high-resolution zoom. The basic model will not support macro focus, and its high-resolution zoom will be limited to 8x magnification. A 10.8MP front-facing camera with 4K video recording will be available for selfies.

Expected pricing & availability

The vanilla Pixel 7 listing leaked last week, all but confirming the rumors that the device will have a starting price of $599. EU customers can expect the price tag of the base Pixel 7 to be around €650.

On the other hand, the Pixel 7 Pro model is rumored to have a starting price of $899. The Pixel 7 will have three color options – Snow, Obsidian, and Lemongrass. Whereas, the 7 Pro will get Obsidian, Hazel, and Snow.

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Samsung Galaxy A04s with 90Hz display, Exynos 850 SoC launched in India

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Oct 3, 2022

Samsung Galaxy A04s has launched in India today. It debuted in the global markets in August. The Indian variant comes with the same specifications. The latest offering arrives as the successor to the Galaxy A03s that was announced last year. The Samsung Galaxy A04s is a budget smartphone.

The Samsung Galaxy A04s comes with a 6.5-inch display bearing an HD+ resolution and a waterdrop notch. It offers a 90Hz refresh rate and the screen is shielded by Gorilla Glass 3. The device has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button.

On the imaging front, the Samsung Galaxy A04s has a triple rear camera setup comprising a 50MP main sensor, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP portrait unit. Upfront, there is a 5MP selfie snapper.

In terms of hardware, the Galaxy A04s is powered by an octa-core Exynos 850 processor. It packs 4GB RAM and 64GB onboard storage expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card slot. There is also 4GB of virtual RAM support. The device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 15W fast charging. The smartphone runs on OneUI 4.1 based on Android 12 OS.

The Samsung Galaxy A04s carries a price tag of Rs 13,499 for the sole 4GB + 64GB option. It is offered in Black, Copper, and Green colours and can be purchased starting today from all retail stores, Samsung.com, and leading e-commerce platforms.

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Google Pixel Watch Roundup: Design, Specs, Colors, Price, & more

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Oct 3, 2022

With the Google launch event being just around the corner, here’s our roundup for the Pixel Watch and everything we know so far regarding the company’s first smartwatch. So let’s have a look at its specs, design, pricing, and more.

Design

Over the last couple of weeks, the design of the Pixel Watch has been completely revealed. The upcoming smartwatch from the Search engine giant will have a circular display panel, along with a digital crown on the right side. During the I/O event, we can see the Pixel Watch will arrive in at least one silver option, although, there are also rumors for a black and gold color variant.

The smartwatch appears to have a minimalistic design alongside interchangeable bands that would offer the users more customization. As per rumors, there will be several different straps like a link bracelet, fabric band, and even two kinds of leather straps, silicone brands, Milanese style mesh band and a stretchable band as well.

Specs & Features

While the outer appearance and design has been officially teased, Google has yet to reveal any finer details regarding the internal hardware of the Pixel Watch. Based on what we know so far, the smartwatch will have the same sensor as the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4. In other words, it will have the same ‘BioActive Sensor’ that is capable of monitoring the heart rate, ECG, and even body fat percentage. Another report claims, that the health sensors will also be capable of reading SpO2 blood oxygen mapping as well.

It is rumored that the Pixel Watch will be equipped with a 10nm Exynos 9110 chipset, however, there is also possible that the device houses a Snapdragon W5+ and W5 chipsets. Apart from this, the new smartwatch is expected to have 1.5GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Under the hood, a 300mAh battery pack will reportedly power the device, which should offer the same battery life as the Apple Watch, which is 18 hours.

Google will launch the Pixel Watch with its own Wear OS platform, which has even powered smartwatches from the likes of TicWatch and Fossil as well. With this operating system, we can also expect Google Fit, Photos, GPay, and even Play Store for smartwatches. Being a modern day smartwatch, we can safely assume that the device will offer physical activity tracking with dedicated sports modes built in, and even other fitness tracking features.

Pricing

The pricing for the Pixel Watch has been rumored in various different reports. Prior to the launch event, an online listing found that the Pixel Watch may have a price tag of 349 US Dollars for it GPS + Bluetooth only variant. Meanwhile, the LTE enabled version will supposedly cost 399 US Dollars. With a price tag like this, the Pixel Watch is Google’s flagship smartwatch model that will rival the likes of Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Apple Watch Series 8.

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Youtube could make 4K resolution exclusive to Premium subscribers

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Oct 3, 2022

Youtube launched its Premium subscription service back in 2018. The video streaming website provides users with a variety of features as part of the premium plan. The YouTube subscription service’s standout feature is its ad-free user experience.

Users who subscribe to YouTube’s premium plan can watch videos and listen to music without being interrupted by advertisements. Ads will appear in between videos for those who do not have a premium subscription. In order to entice more users to subscribe to its service, the company is reportedly testing plans to make 4K video playback a premium feature.

Non-premium YouTube users can currently consume content at the highest possible 4K resolution with ads in between. The resolution for video playback for non-premium users is likely to be capped soon. According to Reddit posts, YouTube has been seen testing 4K video playback as a premium feature. There has been no official word on the matter, but if the company decides to pass it as a premium feature, users will have to watch videos on YouTube at 1440p with ads or subscribe to the ad-free plan.

With more and more people buying 4K smart TVs these days, the Alphabet-owned company could be trying to convert these users into YouTube prime subscribers. Aside from no advertisements, the premium plan allows users to download videos, watch videos with the picture-in-picture feature, and access millions of songs on YouTube Music.

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Reliance to soon launch 4G JioBook laptop for under Rs 15,000: Report

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Oct 3, 2022

Reliance Jio has been rumored to working on a new budget laptop that supports LTE connectivity support. Now, a new report has revealed the possible pricing for the 4G enabled JioBook notebook as well as its launch timeline.

According to a Reuters report, the Indian company is planning on launching Jio’s laptop in India for a price tag under 15,000 INR. The new laptop will apparently be called the JioBook, with Reliance partnering with tech giants Qualcomm and Microsoft for the upcoming notebook. So under the hood, the laptop will have a chip from Qualcomm with Microsoft providing support for applications on the Reliance JioBook.

Notably, the report further adds that the new Jio laptop will be launched for enterprise customers later this month. In other words, the new laptop will be made available for educational and government institutions. On the other hand, the JioBook will be made commercially available for customers within the next three months. This would mean that the device will be releasing sometime by the end of this year. Although, Reliance has yet to confirm any of this information.

Keep in mind that this is still just an unconfirmed report, so take this report with a pinch of salt for now. Notably, the JioBook will be made locally in India by contract manufacturer Flex with Jio aiming to sell “hunders of thousands” of units by March of next year, as per one of the sources. This laptop will also run on Jio’s proprietary JioOS operating system and apps can be downloaded from the JioStore.

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Lava Blaze 5G with Dimensity 700 SoC, 90Hz display launched in India

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Oct 3, 2022

Last month Lava launched the Blaze Pro smartphone. Now the homegrown brand at the ongoing Indian Mobile Congress has announced Blaze 5G smartphone. It is an upgraded variant of the Lava Blaze that debuted in July this year. According to the company, the latest offering is the most affordable 5G smartphone in India. It is also the second 5G compatible phone from Lava after the AGNI 5G that was launched last year.

The Lava Blaze 5G features a 6.5-inch LCD display offering an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, a 90Hz refresh rate and a waterdrop notch. There is a side-mounted fingerprint scanner embedded in the power button. The back panel has a rectangular camera module that houses a 50MP main sensor, a depth lens, and a macro unit. Up front, the smartphone features an 8MP selfie snapper.

Under the hood, the Lava Blaze 5G is powered by a Dimensity 700 processor which brings support for eight 5G bands. It packs 4GB RAM along with 3GB virtual RAM and 128GB of internal storage with support for a dedicated microSD card slot. The smartphone ships with Android 12 OS out of the box. The Lava Blaze 5G is backed by a 5,000mAh battery unit.

Connectivity options on the device include dual SIM, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5mm audio jack.

Lava is yet to confirm the price of the Blaze 5G. However, the company said that it will be priced around Rs 10,000 and will be available for pre-order around Diwali this month. The smartphone will be made available in colours like blue and green.

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Acer plans to launch new TVs with 120Hz display in India this year

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Oct 3, 2022

Acer had just recently announced new smart TVs in India from its H and S series. Now, it appears that the company is also planning on launching new models later this year, which feature high 120Hz refresh rate panels.

The news arrives from Indkal Technologies CEO Anand Dubey who told 91Mobiles that An Acer television with an advanced 120Hz refresh rate display and a specifically tuned audio setup is currently in the works.” In other words, we can expect this smart TV to launch around the end of this year, with the key focus being on the high refresh rate and its audio setup.

Furthermore, the senior executive also hinted that the new 120Hz smart TVs will be geared more towards gamers. A higher refresh rate typically means a more smoother gameplay experience, so this doesn’t arrive as a surprise. Dubey further added that “We are expecting to make this gaming series available in the market by the end of the year and are optimistic that our customers will appreciate the choice of feature loaded smart TVs offered by Acer televisions.”

Additionally, he also said that the brand is actively working on trying to improve products and offer better value to its customers. While finer details weren’t shared regarding this upcoming gaming centric smart TV, and recently announced H series and and S series featured a built in soundbar that supported Dolby Audio and Dolby Vision. So we can expect a similar setup or maybe even a better speaker configuration for gamers.

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OnePlus Nord Watch launched in India, with 1.78 inch display & 10 day battery

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Oct 3, 2022

OnePlus has quietly launched a new product in the Indian market. The new device is the Nord Watch, which is the first smartwatch from the company’s Nord series that it had been teasing for a while now.

The OnePlus Nord Watch has been launched with various notable features for its price tag, with its large 1.78 inch AMOLED display being one of the key aspect regarding the smartwatch. This panel has a standard 60Hz refresh rate and HD resolution that even offers 500 nits of peak brightness. The device also pairs with the N Health app, which offers remote access to features like message notification, music control as well access to its health tracking and monitoring features.

The Chinese smartphone maker has placed an emphasis on the design, with the Nord Watch arriving with a sleek and sturdy design. It even comes with IP68 water protection and also has sweat permeable and breathable material. The Nord Watch also has more than 100 watch faces that are accessible through the N Health app. Under the hood, a 230Mah battery pack can last for up to 10 days and has a backup of 30 days. It even supports the Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity as well.

The Nord Watch comes with a number of health related monitoring features like the heart rate, stress levels, and oxygen saturation (SpO2). It even offers menstrual cycle tracking for females. The device arrives in a Midnight Black and Deep Blue color options and has a price tag of 4,999 INR. It will be available for purchase starting from October 3 from its OnePlus.in, OnePlus Store App and select OnePlus Experience Stores, while sale on Amazon starts on October 4.

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Motorola Moto G72 Launched in India: Helio G99 SoC, 120Hz OLED Display, 108MP Camera, & More

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Oct 3, 2022

After teasing for days, Motorola has officially launched the Moto G72 in India. The latest phone from the Lenovo-owned brand comes with a high megapixel camera, high refresh rate OLED display, and a massive battery.

Interestingly, the 4G-only budget smartphone shares its design with the premium Edge 30 series. Let’s take a look at everything it has to offer.

Motorola Moto G72 Specifications

The Moto G72 is built around a 6.6-inch pOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+) resolution, 10-bit color depth, and a 120Hz refresh rate. The centered punch-hole screen offers support for HDR10, DCI-P3 color gamut, and up to 576Hz touch sampling rate (software-based). It also features a fingerprint sensor underneath it.

The device is powered by a MediaTek Helio G99 chipset paired with LPDDR4x RAM and uMCP storage. It boots Android 12 with Motorola’s My UX skin. The company promises a single Android update and three years of security updates.

The handset arrives with a triple camera system consisting of a 108MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper. It sports a 16MP shooter for selfies and video calls on the front.

The IP52-rated phone houses a 5,000mAh battery that carries support for 33W fast wired charging. It also arrives with Dolby Atmos-supported dual stereo speakers and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The connectivity options on the Moto G72 include dual-SIM, 4G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS, NFC, and USB Type-C. Last but not least, it measures 160.5 x 74.4 x 7.9mm in dimensions and weighs 166g.

Motorola Moto G72 Price and Availability in India

The Motorola Moto G72 is priced at ₹18,999 for a sole 6GB + 128GB memory configuration. It can be availed in either Meteorite Grey or Polar Blue color options.

The smartphone will be available for purchase starting at 12 PM on October 12 on Flipkart. It will be also sold via partner retail stores across the country.

OnePlus 10R gets OxygenOS 13 open beta based on Android 13

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Oct 3, 2022

OnePlus has finally announced the Android 13-based OxygenOS 13 open beta program for the OnePlus 10R. The company has already pushed out the OxygenOS 13 open beta builds for devices like the OnePlus 10 Pro, OnePlus 9 Pro, and OnePlus 9.

According to the official community post, users need to be on Oxygen OS 12 version A.07/A.08 for OnePlus 10R; A.06/A.07/A.08 for OnePlus 10R Endurance Edition.

If you are interested in participating in the open beta, the procedure is quite simple. Users must download the Open Beta firmware for their device and save it to their phone’s storage. Following that, they must enable developer mode by going to Settings -> About device -> Version -> Click Build number 7 times.

After enabling developer mode, users can navigate to Settings -> About device -> Up to date -> Click the top right button -> Local install -> Select the appropriate installation package -> Extract -> Upgrade to update their device to Android 13.

The links for downloading the beta build are given below.

OnePlus 10R OxygenOS 13 Open Beta changelog

Aquamorphic Design
• Adds Aquamorphic Design theme colors for enhanced visual comfort.
• Applies the Aquamorphic Design philosophy to animations to make them natural and vivid.
• Adds Shadow-Reflective Clock, with shadow simulating the orientation of the sun and moon.
• Adds a Home screen world clock widget to show the time in different time zones.
• Upgrades to Quantum Animation Engine 4.0, with a new behavior recognition feature, which recognizes complex gestures and provides optimized interactions.
• Optimizes UI layers for clearer and neater visual experience.
• Applies real-world physical motions to animations to make them look more natural and intuitive.
• Optimizes the widget design to make information easier and quicker to find.
• Optimizes fonts for better readability.
• Optimizes system icons by using the latest color scheme to make the icons easier to recognize.
• Enriches and optimizes illustrations for features by incorporating multicultural and inclusive elements.

Efficiency
• Adds large folders to the Home screen. You can now open an app in an enlarged folder with just one tap and turn pages in the folder with a swipe.
• Adds a new type of Always-On Display that shows live information about music, ride-hailing, and food delivery. (Supports only some apps)
• Adds media playback control, and optimizes the Quick Settings experience.
• Adds more markup tools for screenshot editing.
• Adds support for adding widgets to the Home screen, making information display more personalized.
• Adds Sidebar Toolbox. You can open a floating window inside apps for smooth operation.
• Optimizes Shelf. Swiping down on the Home screen will bring up Shelf by default • You can search content online and on your device.

Seamless interconnection
• Optimizes earphone connectivity to deliver a more seamless experience.

Personalization
• Optimizes Bitmoji to offer more Always-On Display animations.
• Optimizes Insight Always-On Display, with more personalized Always-On Display settings available.
• Optimizes Portrait Silhouette Always-On Display, with more drawing tools and line colors available.

Security & privacy
• Adds an automatic pixelation feature for chat screenshots • The system can identify and automatically pixelate profile pictures and display names in a chat screenshot to protect your privacy.
• Optimizes Private Safe
• The Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) is used to encrypt all files for enhanced security of private files.

Health & Digital wellbeing
• Adds Kid Space. When in Kid Space, your browser app automatically switches to Kids mode to create a child-friendly space.
• Adds distance-from-phone, ambient light, and sitting posture reminders in Kid Space.
• Adds Eye comfort in Kid Space to protect children’s vision.

Performance optimization
• Adds Dynamic Computing Engine to improve the system speed, stability, battery life, and app experience.

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Google Pixel Watch listed on Amazon revealing price, sale date & features

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