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YouTube redesign drops the Subscriptions tab
YouTube is pushing Custom Feeds with a big home screen redesign. The Subscriptions tab is gone and a Subs section now sits at the top of the Home page.
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Pixel 11 visual notifications are getting more useful
The visual notification feature exclusive to the Pixel 11 series will soon become more useful. The text gives no further details.
Full story at PhoneArena ↗ - Smartphones & apps
Former LG PR person weighs in on iPhone Duo Crackgate
A former LG PR representative comments on the iPhone Duo issue called Crackgate. The question is whether Apple will handle it better than Antennagate.
Full story at PhoneArena ↗ - Operating systems · Smartphones & apps
Android apps return to Windows 11 search via phone streaming
According to the headline, Microsoft ended Android apps on Windows 11. They now return in taskbar Search, streamed from the phone.
Full story at Windows Latest ↗ - Operating systems · Smartphones & apps
Apple explains fix for Watch's DST time bug
Apple published support steps for an Apple Watch bug that shows the wrong time by one hour after daylight saving changes. The issue only appears on the Always On display and can be fixed by switching watch faces or restarting the device.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - Smartphones & apps
Xiaomi launches REDMI Note 17 in Bangladesh
Xiaomi officially launched the REDMI Note 17 Series in Bangladesh, offering 2 years of warranty and 1 year of screen protection. This gives buyers extra assurance for their device.
Full story at Xiaomi ↗ - Chips & hardware · Smartphones & apps
Apple's new iPad mini battery size revealed
An EU energy label shows the iPad mini 8 has a slightly smaller battery than its predecessor. Apple lists the same battery life estimates, thanks to the more efficient A20 Pro chip and OLED display.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - IT industry & companies · Smartphones & apps
iPhone 18 Pro sales jump in China, offset declines elsewhere
Counterpoint Research found iPhone 18 Pro sales rose 29% in China, offsetting declines in the U.S. and Japan. Combined global sales grew 3.1% in the first three weeks compared with last year's launch.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - Smartphones & apps · IT industry & companies
iPhone Duo boosts foldable phone interest
Despite mixed reviews, the iPhone Duo has increased consumer interest in foldable phones overall. This indirectly benefits rivals like Samsung and Google who already sell later-generation foldables.
Full story at pocket-lint.com ↗ - Smartphones & apps · Artificial intelligence · Chips & hardware
OnePlus reveals Buds Pro 4 with AI features
OnePlus has quietly unveiled its Buds Pro 4 earbuds with stronger noise cancellation, better sound, and AI features including translation and Google Gemini support. Pricing and release date remain unannounced.
Full story at ProPakistani ↗
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