The OnePlus 7 Pro is probably one of the best flagship phones of 2019, but that doesn’t mean it’s without problems though. Now, the Chinese brand has issued an update that addresses several issues.
The Oxygen OS update (9.5.7.GM21AA) delivers several system tweaks, including improved touch sensitivity (likely related to the phantom touch issue) and “optimized” double tap to wake functionality.
We also see a host of camera-related changes as part of the update.
Flagships like the LG G7, Samsung Galaxy Note 9, and others may still be months away from launching, but with the release of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9 Plus, a fresh camera comparison was definitely due (especially considering the S9 line-up is all about that dual-aperture shooter).
We put Samsung’s newest flagship (specifically the Plus version) up against the iPhone X, Google Pixel 2 XL, and the Samsung Galaxy S8 – arguably the most competitive smartphone cameras around right now.
It’d be accurate to call 2017 the year of the smart speaker, and judging by what we saw at CES 2018 this year might not be any different. Just about every manufacturer we can think of is planning to build an Assistant- or Alexa-powered smart speaker, but there’s still some uncharted territory in the space.
I’m talking about high-end smart speakers — speakers offering the best sound quality they can, usually for a few hundred bucks.
Adobe Photoshop is one of the most powerful editing tools available today, giving you full control over your photography. The program is very advanced, though, and usually requires some additional training to help users learn all there is to know. If you’d like to learn Photoshop, we’d suggest trying out the ‘Train Simple’ Adobe Photoshop Bundle – currently 92% off in the AA Deals Store.
Eight full courses are included in this bundle, ranging from Photoshop fundamentals to portrait retouching courses.
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New commits in the Chromium repository suggest that Chromebooks powered by Qualcomm SoC may appear in future References to “chipset-qc845” are believed to relate specifically to Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 845 platform Qualcomm chipsets have also recently been found in Windows laptop systems The Snapdragon 845 platform, Qualcomm’s latest 64-bit chipset, was revealed in Hawaii earlier in December. It’s built on Samsung’s 10nm LPP FinFET process technology and it’s is expected to power a number of 2018’s most powerful phones.
PCPOP The all new ‘Monkey King’ from THL. You’ve probably never heard of ThL, but after today, you may not forget them.
The Chinese mobile device maker has introduced a new phone with some impressive specs, and an even more impressive name. In regard to those internals, the standout feature is a 13MP front-facing camera, for those self-conscious “selfie” takers out there. Couple that with a 13MP rear-facing camera, and this one is a double edged sword for photo enthusiasts.
Indian smartphone company Micromax has arrived in the Smart TV segment with a bang, with the launch of their affordably-priced Canvas Smart LED TV series. In India, Micromax is known more for its budget-friendly smartphones than its existing range of LED TVs. However, The company has now joined the Smart TV game with its new range of Android-powered Smart LED TVs, available in 32-inch, 40-inch, and 50-inch variants.
Except for the difference in their screen size, all three models share the same specifications and features for the most part.
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⚡ Welcome to The Weekly Authority, the Android Authority newsletter that breaks down the top Android and tech news from the week. The 188th edition here, with Samsung’s self-repair scheme, Nothing’s April Fools’ prank, and more.
🎮 I started the week with joystick drift on my PS5’s DualSense, which has now gone to PlayStation hospital for a repair. I’ve got a spare, but hope it’s back home soon!
Ever since it was announced, gamers and gaming media outlets have struggled to answer the question: “Just who is Google Stadia for?”
The answer to that question is me: a 30-year-old dad who used to buy the latest consoles and game releases, but no longer has the free time to justify buying a dedicated box just to collect dust in the living room. I used to be a pretty heavy gamer, but nowadays I have an hour or two to devote to gaming, generally in short spurts throughout the day.
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The Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Pro is reportedly on the way, delivering more power than the standard Mi Max 3. The Pro model purportedly leaked via Xiaomi’s website, tipped to launch with a Snapdragon 710 processor. Aside from a more powerful chipset, the Pro variant seems to offer the same specs as the standard model. We already know about Xiaomi’s supposed Mi Max 3 surfacing on China’s TENAA website, but an apparently deleted page on Xiaomi’s website (h/t: TechRadar) shows a Mi Max 3 Pro is coming.