Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Apple is apparently testing a 200MP periscope telephoto camera. This comes a couple of years after Chinese brands like vivo, HONOR, OPPO, and Xiaomi first adopted 200MP tele cameras. It sounds like Apple won’t adopt this tech for at least a couple of years. Android phone makers were the … Read More “Apple could copy Chinese OEMs with this big camera upgrade” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR YouTube is expanding its likeness detection technology to include talent agencies, management companies, and celebrities. This tool identifies AI-generated content with a participant’s likeness. Users will be able to request the removal of the content. From answering questions to creating interactive simulations, there’s a lot that generative AI can … Read More “Say goodbye to celebrity deepfakes on YouTube” »
Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR NetherSX2-Turnip is a fork of the PS2 emulator NetherSX2 with custom drivers tweaked for Snapdragon chips. One such driver in particular is optimized for the Snapdragon 865 that powers a number of handheld consoles. Gamers can install NetherSX2-Turnip alongside the standard edition to choose which works best for each … Read More “This PS2 emulator is optimized for your retro handheld” »
Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR New leak reveals design and potential specs of the upcoming ASUS Pad. The leak points to a 12.2-inch dual-layer OLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a 9,000mAh battery. Images also show a slim design, one rear camera, and an origami-style case that doubles as a stand. ASUS … Read More “ASUS Pad leak hints at a Tab S11 rival with a 144Hz OLED display” »
TL;DR Google is rolling out Continued Conversation to Gemini for Home in response to user requests. The feature keeps the mic on so you can ask follow-up questions without saying “Hey Google” again. Google says Gemini will also remember context and ignore background chatter. Gemini replacing Google Assistant around the home hasn’t been the smoothest … Read More “Google fixes a major Gemini for Home upgrade pain point” »
Adamya Sharma / Android Authority TL;DR Nothing recently removed its new “Nothing Warp” file transfer app and its Chrome extension. The company has now brought the app back after some “fine-tuning.” Users will have to sideload the app, as it’s not available on the Play Store. As AirDrop support comes to Quick Share on Pixel … Read More “Nothing Warp is back, but you won’t find it on the Play Store” »
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR A class action lawsuit accuses Amazon of effectively bricking first- and second-generation Fire TV Stick streaming hardware. The plaintiff alleges that Amazon never warned that functionality would be reduced before support was cut off. Instead of offering compensation to owners, Amazon reportedly encouraged them to upgrade to new hardware. … Read More “Class action suit targets Amazon over Fire TV Stick support” »
Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority Image by Mishaal Rahman TL;DR Google is testing a feature for Chrome called “Indigo.” Indigo uses AI to detect and replace images on a website. Refreshing the page restores the website’s original state. Google’s Chrome browser is already packed with numerous tools, but it could get a new one soon. … Read More “Google’s working on a mysterious new Chrome tool called ‘Indigo’” »
Curtis Joe / Android Authority TL;DR Tico’s latest release allows GameCube and Wii games to run on the Switch’s Horizon OS (via CFW), eliminating the need to install and reboot into Android or Linux. The latest v0.7.0 alpha uses a Dolphin core that automatically boosts the Tegra X1 chip to handle demanding titles. Built in … Read More “GameCube and Wii emulation on Switch just got easier with Tico” »
TL;DR Samsung has improved SmartThings integration with IKEA’s latest smart home products. IKEA’s 25 new Matter-over-Thread devices can now connect directly to SmartThings hub. IKEA recently launched a collection of affordable Matter-over-Thread smart home products. This new lineup includes switches, sensors, light bulbs, and smart plugs. While IKEA’s smart home devices can be a bit … Read More “Samsung just made using IKEA’s smart home devices much easier” »
