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Nov 12 2024TECHNOLOGY

Android 16’s Quick Settings: One Swipe, No Hands!

It turns out that swiping with two fingers to access the Quick Settings panel in Android 16 won’t be necessary after all! Instead, a single swipe on the right side of the status bar will do the trick. While this change makes the process easier, there’s still no way to switch between notifications an

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Nov 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

Crypto Guardians: Uncovering Security Flaws in Real-Time

Cryptographic algorithms are the backbone of secure systems, ensuring integrity and confidentiality. However, developers often misuse these algorithms by using weak passwords and constant keys. Enter CRYLOGGER, an open-source tool designed to detect these misuses dynamically. It logs the parameters

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Nov 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

OnePlus 12's OxygenOS 15: A Game-Changer for Android Enthusiasts

The OnePlus 12 just got a significant upgrade with the release of OxygenOS 15. This update, based on Android 15, is a testament to the company's efforts to learn from past mistakes and improve. The speed of the update is notable, as it's available only a month after Google's release, unlike competit

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Oct 29 2024TECHNOLOGY

Electric Fords Now Guide with Google Maps

Ford is rolling out an over-the-air software update for its electric vehicles, the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning. This update brings a new feature to Android Auto users, allowing Google Maps to show real-time battery status. Once the update is installed, Ford's EVs will share their battery stat

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Oct 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google's Android 16 Might Mimic Apple's Dynamic Island Notifications

Google is gearing up to enhance Android notifications once again. This time, they might take inspiration from Apple's Dynamic Island, introduced with the iPhone 14. The upcoming Android 16 could feature Rich Ongoing Notifications, which appears similar to Dynamic Island's interactive notifications.

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Oct 27 2024TECHNOLOGY

Stay Connected, No Matter What: Android's New Satellite Messaging Feature

Imagine you're in a place where there's no cell signal, and you really need to send a text. That's where Android's new satellite messaging feature comes in handy. This year, Google announced that Android users in the U. S. (except for a couple of states) can use their Pixel 9 phones to connect to sa

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Oct 26 2024TECHNOLOGY

Android 16's New Notification Style: A Fresh Spin on Alerts

Imagine getting notifications that are less annoying and more useful. Google is testing out a nifty feature called Rich Ongoing Notifications for Android 16. These are interactive, colorful tiny blocks in the status bar, kind of like Apple's Dynamic Island, but with an Android twist. They'll show yo

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Oct 22 2024TECHNOLOGY

Upgrade Your Car: Wireless Android Auto Adapter on Sale

Are you tired of dealing with cables when using Android Auto in your car? The AAWireless adapter has been a top pick for years, and it's currently on sale. This little device lets you connect your phone wirelessly, so you don't have to fumble around in the dark looking for the USB port. At $60, it's

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Oct 19 2024TECHNOLOGY

Google Wins Temporary Stay: Android App Store Rules Unchanged

Google has received a small but crucial win in its ongoing legal battle with Epic. A judge has temporarily halted an order that would have forced Google to open its Android app store to competitors. This means Google might avoid making any changes to the Play Store for years, possibly indefinitely,

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Oct 16 2024TECHNOLOGY

Android 15's New Trick: Auto-Adjusting Vibrations for Pixel Phones

Have you ever missed a notification because your phone was on vibrate and the environment was too noisy? Well, Google's latest Android 15 update for select Pixel phones is here to fix that. Meet Adaptive Vibration, a clever feature that uses your phone's microphone and sensors to adjust vibration in

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