Google's Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL are expected to feature a higher PWM dimming frequency of 480Hz, which could reduce eye strain, unlike the regular Pixel 10 and Fold models that may stick to 240Hz. The displays will also be brighter by about 200 nits, continuing Google's trend of upgrading display quality, but these improvements might be exclusive to the Pro series.
Android 15 Developer Preview introduces a new vibration effect when adjusting screen brightness on Pixel devices, enhancing the user experience with subtle haptic feedback. This small change is part of a series of refinements aimed at unifying the design and improving the overall Pixel experience.
Avoid damaging your iPhone by avoiding common mistakes such as exposing it to extreme temperatures, using non-Apple chargers, keeping the screen brightness too high, and using damaged cables or chargers. These actions can negatively impact your phone's battery life and even cause permanent damage or fires. Stick to Apple-certified chargers, keep the screen brightness low, and regularly check cables for signs of damage to maintain your iPhone's longevity.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 features a significantly brighter screen with a maximum brightness of 3,000 nits, making it the brightest screen of any Apple Watch. It also introduces new features like Double Tap, which allows users to control the watch with a pinch gesture. The Ultra 2 offers tools for sports enthusiasts and cyclists, including extended altitude range and cycling metrics. The watch comes with the new Modular Ultra watch face and supports on-device Siri. The case is made from 95% recycled titanium, and battery life remains the same as the original Ultra.
Android devices have hidden settings that can help preserve battery life, including reducing screen brightness, switching from 5G to 4G, reducing auto-lock time, and turning on Dark Theme. These settings can be adjusted in the device's settings menu.
The new HP Chromebook x360 14c with a 16:10 screen is now available for purchase at Best Buy for $699. While the device is expected to feel premium and high-end, the screen brightness remains a concern as HP has stuck to a 250 nit screen for years in this series. The Acer Chromebook Spin 714, a direct competitor, has a 16:10 screen that reaches 340 nits and has 100% sRGB coverage. HP needs to up their screen game to compete.
