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technology1 year ago

"Android 15: Redesigned Volume Panel and Top Features Unveiled"

Android 15 is expected to bring a major redesign to the volume control panel, featuring pill-shaped sliders, visual volume level indicators, and streamlined muting functionality. The revamped design also includes animated adjustments to the sliders' text, a media output switcher, and the ability to shrink or hide the panel. Additional features such as "noise control" and spatial audio are anticipated, with further details likely to emerge as the Android 15 beta rollout begins.

technology1 year ago

"Google Pixel 8a: Leaked Upgrades and Better Availability"

A leak has revealed the likely specs of the upcoming Google Pixel 8a, set for release at the I/O 2024 conference in May. The phone is expected to feature a 120Hz refresh rate display with 1,400 nits of HDR brightness, matching the Pixel 8 in terms of display quality, and will be powered by the Tensor G3 chip, providing a significant upgrade from the previous model. The Pixel 8a may also support DisplayPort output, allowing it to connect to an external display using the USB-C port. However, it is likely to retain the same cameras as the Pixel 7a. With these impressive specs, the Pixel 8a could offer a compelling alternative to the more expensive Pixel 8.

technology2 years ago

"The Top Phones of 2023: Editor's Choice, Readers' Favorites, and Award Winners"

The Google Pixel 8 Pro has been named the best phone of 2023 by Android Authority. The Pixel 8 Pro stood out for its on-device AI smarts, excellent photography, industry-leading software policy, and refinements to the Pixel aesthetic. It narrowly beat out the OnePlus Open, which impressed with its foldable design and competitive price. The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra took third place, followed by the Google Pixel 7a and the Motorola Razr Plus. The Reader's Choice award went to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. Android Authority will continue to release best of the year lists and retrospective features for 2023.

technology2 years ago

Tech Gift Guide 2023: 15 Must-Have Gadgets We Love

Android Authority presents a holiday gift guide featuring 15 tech products personally used and recommended by their team members. The guide includes a variety of gadgets, such as headphones, docks, chargers, smart speakers, clamping systems, e-readers, smartphones, smart kettles, earbuds, Bluetooth speakers, pet trackers, virtual reality headsets, controllers, and headphones. Each recommendation comes with insights and experiences from the team members, offering genuine and practical gift ideas for tech-savvy individuals.

technology2 years ago

Sneak Peek: The Sleek Design of Nothing Phone 2.

Leaker OnLeaks has published unofficial renders of the Nothing Phone 2, which suggest that the new device will have a curvier design than its predecessor, the Phone 1. The front and back of the Phone 2 also have a subtle curve to them, and the back of the phone will have a flashing glyph interface similar to the Phone 1. The Phone 2 will be officially released in the US and will be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 chipset, have a bigger 4,700mAh battery, and a 6.7-inch display.