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Update, September 14, 2020 (4:49 p.m. ET): We updated the Pixelbook 2 Rumors Hub below with information on the confirmed Google hardware event later this month. Original article, July 24, 2020 (4:00 p.m. ET): Chromebooks are more popular than ever in the badass laptop market. Given the growing success of Chrome OS, 2020 seems like…
With the largest network and an excellent selection of phones, it is no wonder Verizon is widely considered to be top dog among the major US carriers. For those on Big Red’s network, there are quite a few options to choose from. These include popular devices available on all carriers, as well as exclusive Verizon…
Recognition: Supplied by Motorola Update, September 14, 2020 (1:45 p.m. ET): Motorola today announced the pricing and availability of its new Moto One 5G smartphone. As promised, the 5G-powered mid-ranger costs less than $ 500 – specifically $ 444.99. Unfortunately, the phone seems to be locked to AT&T, at least initially. The phone lands on…
Mendix CEO Derek Roos shares his findings with The Exchange Investor interest in No-CodeLow-code apps and services took another step this morning Airtable raise an oversized lap. The $ 185 million investment in the popular database and spreadsheet service comes from our own reports adding “new low-code and automation capabilities.” The round comes after we…
Verizon has bought the prepaid provider Tracfone for $ 6.25 billion. The acquisition could give the company an advantage over inexpensive telephone services. If the deal is approved, it will close in the second half of 2021. Because of the pandemic and the abundance of “good enough” services, people are switching to cheaper phone plans,…
YouTube has launched a beta version of Shorts, which can be used to create and share TikTok-like short video clips. This feature allows you to add music and adjust the video speed. It’s part of the YouTube app in India for now, with more countries in the coming months. YouTube is one of the internet…
Update, September 14, 2020 (12:00 PM ET): The original article below suggests it could be November or even December before we see the Fitbit Sense EKG feature. Fitbit confirmed this, however Android Authority Today the feature will actually be available until October 2020. Fitbit announced that it has received 510 (k) clearance from the FDA,…
Samsung is said to be introducing two telephoto cameras for the Galaxy S30 Ultra. This would enable better image quality across zoom factors. One notable trend we’ve seen over the past 12 months has been the move to two telephoto cameras that offer zoom capabilities for both short and long distances. Now it looks like…
Facebook accidentally shared many details of the Oculus Quest 2. The new Android VR headset will contain a much faster Snapdragon XR2 chip and display technology “2K per eye”. It will also have a nifty design with an easy-to-assemble strap and new controllers. You don’t have to wait for an official announcement to see what…