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OnePlus 9, 9 Pro update adds Hasselblad XPan mode for camera
The XPan mode is a reference to the Hasselblad XPan, a rebranded version of the dual-format Fuji TX-1 camera launched in the late 90s, reports GSMArena. Apart from shooting on 35mm film, this camera could also shoot in a wider 65mm format for panoramas in a 65:24 (or 2.7:1) aspect ratio.
Google TV could soon start offering free TV channels
According to a report from Protocol, Google is in talks with free and ad-supported streaming television providers about the possibility of adding those channels to its smart TV platform. It will have a similar feel to the traditional TV with commercial breaks.It is being speculated that the free streaming channels could get launched on Google TV in the coming weeks or months.
OPPO working on new Reno series phone with multi-directional camera: Report
The firm has filed a patent with a WIPO (World Intellectual Property Office) that was approved earlier this week, LetsGoDigital reported. According to the patent, the handset will house a unique camera module that is capable of taking images from the side of the device as well.
Apple touts iPhone 13 filmmaking prowess with Twitter 'hashflag'
The rather verbose "HollywoodInYourPocket" hashflag debuted on Friday in a promotional tweet from Apple's official account, meaning it does not currently appear on the company's main feed. Featuring a clapperboard embellished with an Apple logo, the hashflag takes a cue from Apple's "California Streaming" event where the company introduced a slate of new iPhone 13 camera features, reports AppleInside
Apple, Google remove 'Navalny' voting app in Russia
The decision on Friday came after Russian authorities, who claim the app is illegal, threatened to prosecute local employees of Apple and Google, a sharp escalation in the Kremlin's campaign to rein in the country's largely uncensored internet. A person familiar with Googles decision said the authorities had named specific individuals who would face prosecution, prompting it to remove the app.
Xiaomi patents earthquake monitoring mobile tech
The patent describes a system that is capable of reading/monitoring seismic activity from a mobile equipment. This technology would be used in detecting earthquakes, reports GizmoChina.
iPad mini's A15 Bionic chip isn't as fast as iPhone 13's
The chip is downclocked to 2.9GHz in the iPad mini, compared to 3.2GHz in all iPhone 13 models, that reduces performance by 2 per cent to 8 per cent in benchmark tests, reports MacRumors. In early Geekbench 5 results, the new iPad mini has average single-core and multi-core scores of around 1,595 and 4,540, compared to averages of around 1,730 and 4,660 for the iPhone 13 Pro.
Clubhouse working on new way to invite friends to rooms
According to screenshots shared by researcher Jane Manchum Wong, the invite feature, called "Waves", is focused on the more casual, social side of Clubhouse, reports The Verge. Waves would allow users to wave wave at friends with a button identical to the hand in Clubhouse's logo to invite them to chat. If they reply, they automatically get added to an audio room so you can talk.
WhatsApp users on stable iOS version receive multi-device support
Users on the latest 2.21.180.14 version of WhatsApp for iOS who have enrolled in the beta program will now get a multi-device prompt under the Linked Devices section within Settings, reports GSMArena. With the multi-device support, you do not have to keep your phone online. To enable multi-device beta on iOS, update to the latest version from App Store and select the multi-device prompt from Linked Devices section.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra to feature 14.6-inch OLED display: Report
According to tipster Ice Universe, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra (SM-X906B) will have a 14.6-inch OLED display with 120 Hz refresh rate. The display will have 2,960 x 1,848 px resolution (that's a 16:10 aspect ratio), reports GSMArena. The tablet will be powered by an 11,500 mAh battery and will come with 45W fast charging support.
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