The best vertical mice for wrist comfort in 2021 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

A good vertical computer mouse can alleviate discomfort caused by long-term computer usage. The best vertical mice will put your hand in what’s called a “handshake position,” which is a naturally comfortable resting position for our hands. Let’s take a look at the best vertical mice. 

The best vertical mice

While the vertical form factor offers unmatched comfort, vertical mice aren’t particularly mainstream. Many of us are used to regular mice that have our hands closer to our desks, or ergonomic mice, with curves to fit our palms. In this list, there are a few brands that stand out in this area of the market, especially for those suffering from carpal tunnel. 

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Guillermo del Toro fans will love his debut vampire feature Cronos https://ift.tt/3bqmXYv

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From the Vault: As the streaming space keeps growing, massive studio catalogs are becoming more and more available. These include lost and forgotten gems, so-bad-it’s-good duds, and just plain weird pieces of film history. And you probably won’t find them by waiting for streamers to put them in front of you. In From the Vault, Android Authority aims to rescue these titles from the algorithm graveyard and help you get more out of your streaming subscriptions.

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Want more movies and shows like Squid Game? Add these to your queue https://ift.tt/3jQaSQY

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Have you watched Netflix‘s smash hit Squid Game? The South Korean show has drawn a massive global audience, rising to the number one spot on the streaming platform in a matter of days. So, you’re in good company. But once you’ve finished it, what to watch after Squid Game is probably the question on a lot of people’s minds. So, what are some movies or shows like Squid Game?

Squid Game follows a group of contestants participating in a series of games for a huge cash prize. There’s a catch though. If you lose one of the games, you die. It’s brutal, bloody, and a whole lot of twisted fun.

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Nothing Ear 1 review: Was the hype all for nothing? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The saturated true wireless earbuds market has a new competitor in the ring — Nothing. Utilizing increasingly affordable wireless earbud tech, the company promises a lot with its inaugural product. You get active noise-cancellation (ANC), a water-resistant build, and software support all for under $100.

Started by OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei, Nothing has backing from tons of big players in the tech space, from Google Ventures to Casey Neistat, Tony Fadell, and Kevin Lin. We put the Nothing Ear 1 through their paces to determine whether or not the earbuds live up to the hype.

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Is cable TV dying? Here’s what streaming’s takeover might actually look like https://ift.tt/3vZl6Dn

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Is cable TV dying? It sounds like a simple enough question. You don’t need a media degree to recognize that the TV landscape has been changing dramatically for over a decade. Cable and broadcast TV exist alongside alternatives to cable like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max, and more. In many cases, people have cut the cord outright, opting to get all of their TV needs met online.

But what does it actually mean to kill cable off and switch to a streaming-only ecosystem? Is streaming just giving us the same thing cable used to, or are we losing something in the process?

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Apple iPhone 13 Pro review second opinion: Striving for perfection https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Change for the sake of change rarely leads to tangible improvements. It takes deliberate action to craft something that truly builds upon a solid base and elevates it to new levels. It might sound a bit high and mighty for a mass-market consumer electronics brand to claim careful craftsmanship, but if there’s one company that can claim to come close, it’s Apple.

Sure, skeptics might go as far as saying that Apple’s minimal effort strategy to incrementally improve the iPhone is a ploy to maximize profits, but I disagree. Despite being fully immersed in the world of some of the best Android phones, it is clear even to me that Apple isn’t chasing feature completionism.

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Our $1,000 phones deserve better cases https://ift.tt/3vZ60h4

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Opinion post by

Rita El Khoury

For as long as phones have existed, case makers have been trying to capitalize on that market by offering protection and personalization. You buy a new phone, you buy a new case, the two go together hand in hand. But as smartphones slowly got out of their proverbial shell; dusted off their boring white and black plastic from the early 2010s; and donned new shiny, matte, metallic, glassy, colorful, or elegant attire; cases have been stuck in the same mold.

Brands pop up left and right, but the ideas are the same recycled ones: hard shell or soft case, plastic or leather or thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), black or transparent. Compared to smartphones, very little imagination goes into case making, and there’s a certain status quo that many brands seem to be content with. I’ve reached a point where I feel bad about spending close to a thousand dollars on an expensive phone (such as my newly acquired Pixel 6 Pro) only to carry it around in a case that shows none of its polished design elements.

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Change my mind: Detachable Chromebooks are better mobile computers than any iPad https://ift.tt/3zdRBxL

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Some of you might read the title and scoff at the idea of Chromebooks competing with any modern-day iPad. I once thought along those lines too, before I got hands-on with the Lenovo Duet — a Chromebook with a detachable keyboard/trackpad accessory included in the box.

A week or so ago, I tried out iPadOS 15 on the 2020 iPad Air for the first time. After using the Duet as my primary writing machine, I expected to be blown away. The iPad has a lot going for it hardware-wise, including a still-unbeaten SoC. And, of course, this particular iPad costs nearly three times as much as the Duet once you factor in Apple’s Magic Keyboard.

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MIUI guide: Everything you need to know about Xiaomi’s Android skin https://ift.tt/3jU9LzI

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Xiaomi is on its way to becoming the biggest smartphone vendor in the world. With the absence of Huawei on the market, the Chinese company has already overtaken Apple in certain metrics to become the world’s second-largest OEM. That means Xiaomi’s Android skin known as MIUI is more popular than ever.

Primer: Everything you need to know about Xiaomi

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The best cheap gaming mice of 2021 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

As recently as a few years ago, the best gaming mice were priced out of reach for many people. Nowadays, it’s easy to find cheap gaming mice on the market that are reliable enough to be your daily driver. We’ve picked out some of the best cheap gaming mice out there. Check it out!

See also: The best mice you can buy

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Belkin Power Bank 10K review: Sturdy construction, weak charging https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Belkin is a very well-known brand in the accessories space. From USB adapter cables to power adapters and protective cases, Belkin seemingly sells it all and has built a solid reputation for reliable products.

The company also offers a range of power banks designed to charge up a variety of your gadgets. One of the more flexible-looking models is the four-port Belkin Power Bank 10K. But is this really the power bank to suit your portable charging needs? Let’s dive into Android Authority’s Belkin Power Bank 10K review.

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Liked Squid Game? Check out these other movies from its creator https://ift.tt/3jS5NYe

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Have you watched Squid Game yet? The Netflix original series out of South Korea has been a massive sleeper hit, becoming the most-streamed program on the platform in over 94 countries since premiering in September. It has since become the most successful show ever on the platform. Every now and then, we’re reminded that water-cooler hits can still happen in the age of streaming, and Squid Game is just the latest example. The series’ creator, Hwang Dong-hyuk, is less of a household name, though. So, what other Hwang Dong-hyuk movies and shows can you watch if you liked Squid Game?

Despite helming such a megahit — and having a playful “beef” with NBA star LeBron James — Hwang Dong-hyuk has had a relatively low profile and didn’t get any kind of bonus when his creation soared to the top at Netflix. But he’s been creating steadily in South Korea for almost two decades, with four feature films under his belt.

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It’s Apple’s best laptop, but you probably don’t need the new MacBook Pro https://ift.tt/3Bx2taZ

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Apple unveiled the new MacBook Pros last week and after a long wait, we finally have a MacBook Pro lineup that comes with a lot of the things many former “Pro” owners have been asking for after half a decade of frustration. The port selection is not purely USB-C anymore, HDMI makes a comeback, there’s an SD card slot, and no Touch Bar!

With so much to like about the new Macbook Pros, even despite that notch, it feels like a compelling purchase — the upgrade you’ve been waiting for. But I’m here to tell you that you probably don’t need a new MacBook Pro, and nor do I. Here’s why.

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5 Android apps you shouldn’t miss this week – Android Apps Weekly https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Welcome to the 404th edition of Android Apps Weekly. Here are the big headlines from the last week:

• It’s apparently possible to have Google’s Magic Eraser feature on non-Pixel phones. The feature is seemingly a Google Photos feature rather than a Pixel feature. Thus, it seems like the Magic Eraser feature works on non-Pixel phones as long as you trick Google Photos into believing that it’s on a Pixel phone. Hit the link to read more.
• Google announced Android 12L this week. This version of Android is mostly for foldable phones and tablets. It features a UI specifically designed for larger screens. We don’t know a lot about it yet. However, the first developer preview is available in Android Studio.
• Google’s Call Screen feature is finally launching in more markets. Initially, it was only available in Japan, the US, and Canada. It’s rolling out to Australia, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and the UK. The rollout is only for the manual version of Call Screen and not the automatic version. That said, it’s still nice to see it launching in other markets.
• The original Android Market launched in 2008 and it wasn’t nearly the thing that it is today. We took a look a look at some early stuff for the Android Market to show you how far the service has come in recent years. Hit the link to read it and learn more.
• Google is letting up on some of its developer fees starting on January 1st, 2022. After that date, developers with subscriptions only have to pay Google a 15% cut instead of the usual 30% cut. This is already a thing if the subscriber goes for longer than a year, but now it’s like that from day one. Some Play Media Experience program members may even get down to 10%. That’s really good news for developers and, hopefully, for us consumers.
• PUBG: New State now has an official launch date of November 11th, 2021. It should launch in 200 countries simultaneously. That is a ridiculously large launch and we expect huge download numbers at the onset. Additionally, there is to be one more technical preview for some folks starting on October 29th. Prepare to hear more in November because it’s happening.

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Google Pixel 5 one year later: Is it still worth buying? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

The arrival of the Google Pixel 6 also means it’s time to celebrate the Pixel 5‘s first birthday. Even a year later, the phone stands out in Google’s portfolio as one of the more affordable flagships to grace the market in recent years. Google bucked the trend for increasingly expensive $1,000 hardware, focusing instead on its core software experience while trimming $100 off the price of its previous generation hardware.

Google’s decision to adopt more mid-range specs and a lower price point for its 2020 flagship was contentious at the time. Today it begs the question as to whether the phone has aged well over the past year or if it’s already too dated to recommend? Let’s find out in this Google Pixel 5 long-term review.

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Poco smartwatches and earbuds? Global head teases future beyond smartphones https://ift.tt/3nKLgFZ

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It seems like every smartphone brand has an ecosystem of gadgets right now, from Apple and Samsung to Xiaomi and Realme. These ecosystems theoretically build brand loyalty and make for a more seamless experience, and now we can officially count Poco as the latest brand to join the party.

The company told Android Authority in an interview that it’s expanding into ecosystem products in 2022. Read on to find out more.

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The Weekly Authority: Edition #166 https://ift.tt/38RVhdh

Welcome again to The Weekly Authority, the Android Authority newsletter that breaks down the top Android and tech news from the week. The 166th edition here, bringing all the week’s newsworthy happenings to your inbox.

Happy Halloween! Hope you’ve got your pumpkins carved and tricks and treats at the ready. I’m spending the weekend working my way through a long list of horror films, and I finally got my hands on a PS5, so am excited to finally play Returnal!

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Apple’s fight with Europe over USB-C is a losing battle — as it should be https://ift.tt/3nGFbKW

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Opinion post by

Roger Fingas

Officials within the European Union are hoping to mandate charging standards, and Apple, predictably, isn’t happy about it. Under a floated European Commission proposal, USB-C would become the only standard for wired smartphone charging, since proprietary formats like Apple’s Lightning prevent people from reusing cables and many other accessories. In fact, the initiative would cover more than just phones — headphones, portable speakers, and tablets are just some of the other targeted devices.

In protest, Apple claims that the proposal would stifle innovation, but that was shot down by Anna Cavazzini, the chair of the European Parliament’s consumer protection committee, who pointed out that if something better than USB-C emerged, the rules would adapt. It’s not like Apple is facing an imminent threat either, since standardization would come into force in 2024 at the earliest.

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Zen UI guide: Everything you need to know about Asus’ Android skin https://ift.tt/2L16Bva

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Asus smartphones aren’t the most popular on the market. However, the company has consistently created the best gaming phone each year with its ROG Phone series. Additionally, the Zenfone series earns high praise each year. With that in mind, you might be curious about Zen UI, the software skin you’ll find on all those phones.

See also: Asus Zenfone 8 series buyer’s guide

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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra revisited: Is it still worth buying? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

“The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra is overpriced for what it delivers.” That was our verdict on the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra at launch. Now, over half a year later, how well does Xiaomi’s premium flagship stand up? Turns out, there’s still a lot to like about the Mi 11 Ultra, especially now the price has dropped to a more reasonable level.

Find out what’s good and what’s not so good about Xiaomi’s top-tier flagship over six months later in this Mi 11 Ultra review revisited.

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OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro update fixes that annoying delayed call screen bug https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Welcome to the OnePlus 7 series update hub. Here you’ll find the latest information on updates to the OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7. We’ll detail the current software versions for each device and alert you if there’s a new update rolling out. OnePlus usually pushes out updates to Oxygen OS the OnePlus 7 Pro and 7 together, but availability may differ across regions.

• Current stable version: Android 11
• When will the OnePlus 7 get Android 12? 2022 (Estimated)

Latest OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7 updates

October 29, 2021: Oxygen OS 11.0.4.1 is now rolling out to the OnePlus 7 Pro and OnePlus 7. The update most notably fixes an annoying bug in which the call screen wouldn’t show up immediately as the phone started ringing. It also brings the October security patch and some miscellaneous stability improvements.

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Save big in the Lenovo Black Friday sneak peek, and more great laptop deals https://ift.tt/3jLMMH2

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Looking for a new laptop can be time-consuming, not to mention mind-boggling. You have to make so many hardware and software decisions, and it can feel like you’re comparing apples and oranges. That wasn’t meant as a Mac pun, but it does bring up the fact that you have to choose everything, including your operating system. Even after narrowing your choices, it can be even tougher to narrow down the best laptop deals.

See also: Best MacBook deals

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Carl Pei accuses ‘major’ company of ‘attacking’ Nothing’s supply chain https://ift.tt/2ZGPnLs

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• Carl Pei — co-founder of OnePlus and co-founder/CEO of Nothing — penned a public blog post today.
• In the post, he commends his team for reaching some sales milestones.
• However, Pei also accuses a “major incumbent” of directly “attacking” his company through supply chain manipulation.

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Earlier this year, Carl Pei’s new post-OnePlus company released its first product: the Ear 1 true wireless earbuds. Today, Pei published a public blog post touting some major milestones of that product.

In the post, Pei congratulates the team at Nothing for helping secure over 320,000 orders of the Ear 1 earbuds. Although only 180,000 of those orders have shipped, Pei is confident the rest will come soon. He also says the goal is to push 600,000 orders and compares that (pretty brazenly) to the 400,000 orders of the original iPod.

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Report: Xiaomi already lost its second-place status on the global market https://ift.tt/3w498Z5

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• Xiaomi earned a second-place slot in the global smartphone market last quarter.
• Now, one outlet says the company has already lost that status to the usual second-place holder Apple.
• Samsung is still far and away the leader, though.

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Back in July at the end of Q2 2021, we heard some very exciting news. Multiple outlets confirmed that Apple had lost its usual status as the world’s second-largest smartphone OEM.

The company that knocked Apple down a peg was Xiaomi. However, it appears Xiaomi’s hold on that second-place position could be fleeting, as at least one outlet is reporting Apple has reclaimed its second-place status.

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Google Pixel 6 review: Worth every penny https://ift.tt/3nJjR7q

Things are different with the Google Pixel 6 — more different than they ever have been. Google is attempting to go head-to-head with Samsung and Apple, not just in software or camera performance, but with the overall package. It’s a bold move from a company that has tried and tried again to compete without a lot of success. Did Google succeed? Find out in Android Authority’s full Google Pixel 6 review.

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About this Google Pixel 6 review: I tested the Google Pixel 6 for eight days. It was running Android 12 on the November 5, 2021 security patch. The Google Pixel 6 review unit was provided to Android Authority by Google.

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Samsung brings One UI 4 beta with Android 12 to two of its hottest phones https://ift.tt/3aaBWoy

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• Samsung has rolled out the One UI 4 beta update to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3.
• The update is only rolling out to enrolled users in South Korea and India for now.
• One UI 4 beta gives users an early look at Samsung’s plans for Android 12.

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Samsung is quick to update its phones to the latest major OS and security updates, and the same is true for beta software. After rolling out the big One UI 4 beta update to the Galaxy S21 series, Samsung has now added the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 to the list of eligible devices.

According to users on the XDA forums and Samsung Community forums (h/t XDA Developers), Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 users in India and South Korea can enroll in the One UI 4 beta program. The beta program for the two foldables is only available in those two countries for right now, and users must have unlocked devices to complete the enrolling process.

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NTFS vs FAT32 vs exFAT — Everything you need to know https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

File systems have never been the most glamorous part of computing. Yet, wasting time trying to find a file you’ve misplaced is even less exciting. You’ve probably seen plenty of names thrown around while you try to get organized, so let’s clear some things up. Here’s everything you need to know about NTFS vs FAT32 vs exFAT to clear up the file system debate.

We’ll do our best to walk you through each of the file systems, and the situations where you would use each one. This guide comes to us courtesy of the Gary Explains YouTube channel, so feel free to watch his explanation above.

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You told us: You care about camera sensor size on phones (with caveats) https://ift.tt/3nCRnMB

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Smartphone cameras are all generally good these days, with software taking on an increasingly important role in delivering good results. But hardware is another important part of the equation, with camera sensor size also playing a role.

But do Android Authority readers actually care about the size of a phone’s camera sensor? We conducted a poll to find out, and here’s how you voted.

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Smartwatches will soon have notches thanks to Facebook https://ift.tt/2LBrpqf

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• Facebook is working on a smartwatch with a display notch.
• A render of the watch was found inside the Facebook View app.

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The smartwatch space is heating up again thanks to Google and Samsung pushing Wear OS 3 as an alternative to Apple’s all-conquering wearable. But it looks like Facebook (also known as Meta) wants to get in on the action as well, and this first product looks rather strange.

App developer Steve Moser uncovered an image of a smartwatch with a notch inside the Facebook View iPhone app, subsequently sharing the render with Bloomberg. The image shows a small display notch at the bottom, along with a rounded screen. You can view the picture in question below.

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Daily Authority: 🥽 Meta meaning? https://ift.tt/34k5TQv

Good morning! Let's just get this Meta stuff over with...

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Google Tensor 2 is (unsurprisingly) in the works, presumably for Pixel 7 https://ift.tt/3vVDX1X

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• APK teardowns have revealed references to what could be a Tensor 2 processor.
• The chipset will likely appear inside the Pixel 7 range next year.

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The Pixel 6 series finally launched a few weeks ago, after months of rumors, leaks, and official teases. It’s the first phone line to be powered by Google’s custom Tensor processor, and it looks like the company isn’t wasting time on a follow-up chipset.

9to5Google conducted a teardown of some apps on the Pixel 6, discovering references to a Pixel-related codename dubbed ‘Cloudripper.’ The outlet suggested that this wasn’t a Pixel 7 series codename but rather the name for a developer board used for the 2022 flagships.

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The chip shortage hit hard in Q3 2021, but smartphone brands still coined it https://ift.tt/3sbRDUS

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• Counterpoint Research and Canalys have released their Q3 2021 smartphone market share reports.
• Both reports reveal a 6% yearly decline in shipments.
• Revenues are reportedly up 12% year-on-year due to a focus on mid-tier and premium devices.

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The global chip shortage has been with us for a while now, resulting in smartphone companies being unable to quite meet demand. Now, Canalys and Counterpoint Research have revealed their global marketshare reports for Q3 2021, and it’s clear that the shortage has affected sales.

Both research firms reported a 6% yearly decline in shipments over Q3 2020, confirming that the chip shortage was to blame. Samsung remained at the top of the pile according to both reports, but Apple passed Xiaomi for second place. Otherwise, Xiaomi occupied the third spot, followed by Oppo and Vivo.

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Newly independent Honor is now bigger than Xiaomi in its home market https://ift.tt/2ZE5Hws

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• Honor is now the third biggest smartphone maker in China, massively outranking its former owner Huawei.
• Vivo and Oppo continue to outsell their competitors in the country, holding onto a combined 44% market share.
• Apple grew 62% year-over-year in the country.

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It’s been nearly a year since Huawei spun off Honor as an independent company. But while the former has floundered in all regions since, Honor has been on an upward trajectory, especially in its home market.

According to data from research firm Canalys, Honor is now the third biggest smartphone maker in China, ranking ahead of Apple, Xiaomi, and its former owner.

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Huawei will bring EMUI 12 to plenty of older phones https://ift.tt/2WxAN7e

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• Huawei has announced release information for the EMUI 12 update.
• The update will kick off from H1 2022 and will hit phones dating back to 2018.

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Huawei has enjoyed much better times in global markets, but the company is still devoted to pushing out updates to international users. Now, the company has announced release plans for EMUI 12, including a timeline and supported devices.

The manufacturer announced the plans via an APAC product launch stream on YouTube (h/t: FoneArena), saying that the updates would be pushed out from the first half of 2022.

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The Expanse season 6: What to expect from the Amazon series’ final season https://ift.tt/3mnUx7B

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I have good news and bad news. The good news is, fan-favorite sci-fi series The Expanse is back. The bad news? The Expanse season six will be the series’ last outing when it launches on Amazon Prime Video.

One of the best streaming shows around, The Expanse has traveled a rocky road to get here. Canceled midway through its run at Syfy, it has since been picked up by Amazon.

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It seems it’s possible to get Google’s Magic Eraser on any Android phone https://ift.tt/2ZzssRC

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• The Google Magic Eraser tool is supposed to be a Pixel 6 series exclusive.
• However, it appears you can use the tool if you install a specific version of Google Photos.
• Your mileage may vary with this method, but it does suggest the tool could come to all phones in the future.

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Google is shouting from the rooftops about the capabilities of the Tensor chipset inside the Google Pixel 6 series. Apparently, it allows a Pixel 6 phone to perform certain tricks other phones couldn’t pull off.

One of those tricks is the Google Magic Eraser tool. This allows you to take a photo and then, after the fact, erase objects, people, and even background elements from the photo. The tool uses AI smarts to magically fill in the blanks of what you’ve erased to make it look like it was never there.

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Save 36% on the Fossil Gen 5E, and more great smartwatch deals https://ift.tt/2HQeBO2

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Smartwatches have cemented themselves as staples of any tech collection, but they’re not all created equal. Some, like Fitbit, excel at health tracking while others, like Fossil watches, are focused more on fashion. But one thing we love about any smartwatch is saving money with a great deal.

Related: The best smartwatches you can buy

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