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Researchers create 10,000 PPI OLED screen, could be great for VR

TL;DR Samsung and Stanford researchers have created a 10,000 PPI OLED screen. This offers greater pixel density than even a 6-inch display with 32K resolution. Pixel density is one of the key factors in screen quality, serving as a measure of how sharp a display is. The Sony Xperia 1 II and its 4K screen delivers 643 pixels per square inch (PPI), delivering the sharpest screen on a smartphone in 2020.

Samsung Galaxy NX mirrorless camera appears in leaked press images

Just yesterday, Samsung confirmed they will reveal a new Samsung Galaxy Camera at their upcoming Premiere 2013 event in London. So for photography buffs, should you be excited? Let’s just say that if you were even slightly impressed with the Samsung Galaxy Camera, you’re going to be blown away by the Samsung Galaxy NX Camera. The latest next-gen Galaxy camera details (including press images) were first spotted on the site Tinhte. Based on the leaked details, we now know the camera will be called the Samsung Galaxy NX, we also can see that it is clearly in a different league from the more casual Samsung Galaxy Camera.

70% off HP Core i5 desktop PC — just $149.99

If you’re in the market for a budget PC, or even a backup to your main machine, look no further than this refurbished HP model. At just $149.99 it’s an absolute steal.The HP 6200 Pro is a small form factor PC with a punchy Intel Quad Core i5-2400 3.1GHz processor. In memory terms, it has 4GB RAM and a 500GB hard disk drive. It’s not the type of heavy-duty beast you’d choose to play the most CPU-draining games, but for pretty much everything else it’s more than capable.

Best homescreen launcher apps for Android

If you compare an iPhone with another iPhone, you can see a lot of similarities. You can see similar square icons, the white or gray interface, the same search bar design, and the same virtual keyboard. Unless you gain special access to your phone, you cannot see a big difference between two iPhones. On the other hand, when you compare two of the same Android devices, they may look identical on the outside but they can be different on the inside.

Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act would require encryption backdoors

TL;DR The Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act could be a crushing blow to privacy in the US. The bill would require manufacturers to leave a backdoor that the government could access when needed. There’s plenty of opposition to the bill from security and privacy advocates. US Senators have introduced a new anti-encryption bill called the “Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act,” which would require makers of encrypted devices and operating systems to leave a backdoor that could allow law enforcement to access encrypted information when requested.

Androdi 13 beta 3.1 drops by surprise

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google has launched Android 13 beta 3.1. This is a point update over the just launched beta 3. The reason for the update is to fix a missing Feedback app. Earlier this week, Google launched the latest beta of its upcoming Android 13 software. The beta brought the work-in-progress operating system to Platform Stability, a significant milestone. However, the release caused a problem.

China plans to fight back if India blocks Huawei

According to Reuters, China will play hardball with India if the latter ultimately blocks Huawei. The issue reportedly came about due to India’s upcoming 5G trials. The country has not yet decided whether to invite Huawei to take part in the trials. Vikram Misri, India’s ambassador to China, was then reportedly called to the Chinese foreign ministry in response to India’s lack of a decision. In a statement sent to Reuters, China’s foreign ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying said the country hopes India will make an independent decision on its 5G trials:

Gallery Go is an AI-backed, offline photo app designed by Google

Google has announced a new gallery app designed for offline use called Gallery Go. In a blog post published earlier today, Google said the app would help “first time smartphone owners” manage their photo libraries and edit images.  It’s a titchy app, coming in at just 10MB, and it doesn’t rely on cloud backup services like the regular Google Photos app (it’s basically a lightweight version of that). Instead, the app is designed for emerging markets where copious amounts of device storage and internet access aren’t always available.

Google Reader: Your RSS feeds in one place

The beauty of the Internet is that you can keep updated without having to waste paper. Sure, there’s something about being able to feel a magazine or newspaper in your hands, but if you want to help Mother Earth, going paperless is the way to go. There are a number of ways to get the newest information. You can stalk certain websites like Android Authority to get your fix on the latest in Android news or keep updated on what’s happening around the world by visiting CNN.

Lenovo introduces LePad A2107, the world's first dual-SIM tablet

In a tech world where pretty much everything has been done at least once, it’s very difficult to truly innovate. However, while most manufacturers are simply doing their best to come up with the thinnest gadgets (0.000001 inch slimmer!) or the ones with the crispest screens, Lenovo has unveiled a tablet with at least one truly original feature. The LePad A2107, the company’s newest 7-inch Android-based tablet, is the world’s first ever such device to come with dual-SIM support.