So, Android is getting a lot better since we hit August announcing some of the most powerful smartphone flagships and even the new Huawei HarmonyOS which will soon compete with Android and iOS, or so the Chinese-giant hoped. To even sweeten the month, apps and other features are also slowly crawling their way up to compliment the Android hype. Without further ado, here are some of the latest tech news you need to know. WhatsApp is rolling out fingerprint authentication Security is…
We are slowly losing the easily hacked, easily forgotten, traditional password or PIN Code, and moving on to a more advanced and secured approach in unlocking our smartphone. First, fingerprint scanner was introduced by embedding it to the side, on front-bottom, or at the back. However, the technology last year is not as reliable as we have this year with a more complicated pattern when recognizing fingerprints, making it less prone to error. What’s more, space is being saved on your phone…
Huawei getting banned from the U.S. and Google still hasn’t change. That’s why the company needs to make adjustments by developing its own smartphone operating system. During its annual developer conference today, Huawei announces its very own Harmony OS – the new, open-source platform. Along with it, is the sneak peak of the EMUI 10 running on the Huawei P30 Pro. HarmonyOS – the final name for its HongmengOS consumer group CEO Richard Yu told attendees at the Huawei Developer…
Before the incredible phones start bursting out this coming September, a lot is already brewing on Android and smartphone companies to complement the hype. We’ve heard weird news from Pixel, checked out how fast the Samsung Superfast charge is, and discovered a new Google Search feature which has something to do with the podcast. Pixel leader leaves team for new Google gig General Manager Mario Querioz of Google’s Pixel smartphone gave up his position for new Google gig. He has now a…
As we’re nearing the holiday season, smartphone brands are slowly leaking information about their upcoming flagship to take advantage of the holiday sales, and, of course, the consumers’ holiday bonuses. Recently, we’ve seen a sneak peek of the allegedly Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro. LG is not also falling behind by releasing a video of what we think is the LG V60. These smartphone flagships are expected to launch this holiday season. LG leaks a foldable device video – is this…
Google is rolling out Android Q beta 6 - the final beta release for Android Q ahead of the official, consumer-ready version that’s launching sometime in Q3 2019. Aside from improved gestures, you should find general performance improvements and bug fixes throughout this build. In an emailed release, Google explained, “We’ve made further refinements to gesture navigation in beta 6 based on user feedback. First, to ensure reliable and consistent operation, there’s a 200dp vertical app…
Huawei is facing extremely difficult problems right now with being on the United States government’s Entity List, which effectively bars it from doing business with U.S.-based companies — which includes Google and Android. However, this doesn’t stop the Chinese giant to develop the next expected flagship smartphone. Sadly, it is still unsure if the Huawei Mate 30 and Mate 30 Pro will land in the same fashion as they have in previous years — or if they will land at all. Anyhow, rumors…
The day will come when we all become very dependent to AI and that future is starting to shape now as Google Assistant, Alexa, and Apple’s Siri are becoming smarter than ever. These AI assistants do some of the work for us and, occasionally, we don’t even have to touch our phones to do some tasks. As for well-loved Android, here are the latest news from Google’s very own Assistant. Google Assistant now reads and replies to messages from more apps Previously, Google Assistant can…
It’s August, the last month before we enter the “ber” season. In some countries it’s the start of Autumn or the rainy season. In other countries, it’s still summer. Inside Google, it’s still the month of surprises and innovation just like every other month of the year. Here’s everything you need to know about Google as we begin the August month. New Google emergency feature may help save your life There’s a new Google emergency services feature on the way to Android…
Imagine driving your futuristic dream car which you can easily dictate what to do, what to know, and everything else you want to do while driving. Well, Android Auto is not yet that, but it is close enough. Android Auto launched about five years ago and its been a driving force behind brand new car ever since. Aside from horsepower, style, and durability, people now consider the best AI system when purchasing a vehicle. Therefore, Google is giving Android Auto a huge overhaul this 2019 in an…
