Google Pixel 7, 7 Pro 1st Android phones to support only 64-bit apps

by Hansraj Agrawal | Oct 17, 2022 | Technology

Tech giant Google’s newly launched Pixel 7 and 7 Pro appear to be the first set of Android smartphones that only support 64-bit apps.

The Google Pixel 7 series might be the first 64-bit-only Android smartphone. In addition, several users reported that their new Pixel phones could not sideload certain apps, likely the 32-bit ones, citing sources, GizmoChina reported.

However, the new Pixels are not running on a 64-bit-only version of Android. If users try to install 32-bit apps, Google blocks them by displaying the message “app not installed as the app isn’t compatible with your phone”, the report said.

The report mentioned that this change would not impact users’ experience because, over the past decade, Google has spent a significant amount of time building up support for 64-bit in Android.

The Google Play Store has required all apps to have 64-bit support since August 2019, and it also stopped serving 32-bit apps without 64-bit support.

Powered by Google’s next-generation Tensor G2 processor and shipping with Android 13, the Pixel 7 is priced at Rs 59,999 and the Pixel 7 Pro is priced at Rs 84,999 in the country.

Pixel 7 Pro has a 6.7-inch immersive display, a polished aluminium frame and a camera bar in three colours: Snow, Obsidian, and a new Hazel colour.

With a 6.3-inch display and smaller bezels, the Pixel 7 packs advanced features and improvements into a smaller profile in three colours: Snow, Obsidian, and a new Lemongrass colour.

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Apple, Mercedes-Benz partner to bring Spatial Audio to different models

by Hansraj Agrawal | Oct 17, 2022 | Technology

Apple Music and Mercedes-Benz have partnered to bring Spatial Audio to different models with support for Dolby Atmos.

In Mercedes-Maybach models like the EQS and EQS SUV as well as the EQE and the S-Class, Spatial Audio is fully integrated into the MBUX infotainment system, the company said.

“Spatial Audio is revolutionising the way artists create and fans listen to music, and it’s an experience that is impossible to explain in words; you have to hear it for yourself to appreciate it,” said Oliver Schusser, Apple’s vice president of Apple Music and Beats.

Drivers of Benz vehicles, who already have an Apple Music subscription, have immediate access to an increasing number of songs and albums accessible in Spatial Audio.

“Our vehicles will be the first-ever non-Apple devices to feature immersive Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos. This shows how in-car entertainment can reach new levels by integrating hardware and software,” said Markus Schafer, Mercedes-Benz Group AG’s chief technology officer and a member of the board of management.

The limited edition Mercedes-Maybach by Virgil Abloh is the first vehicle to give owners access to the feature, which was released to consumers last month.

The system has eight sound transducers (two per seat), two amplifiers, 1,750 watts of power, and 31 speakers, including six 3D speakers that project sound from overhead, four near-ear speakers in the front seats, and an 18.5-liter subwoofer.

Other models will soon receive the technology, said the company.

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Apple festival offer of up to Rs 7,000 discount on products ends on Oct 24

by Hansraj Agrawal | Oct 17, 2022 | Technology

Announced in the wake of festival season in India last month, Apple’s festival offer of up to Rs 7,000 instant saving on all products is ending on October 24. The American technology giant is offering an instant discount of seven per cent on orders over Rs 41,900 – applicable across products available on Apple store online. The offer is available on use of eligible HDFC Bank credit cards and American Express cards. On use of other cards, Apple is offering no cost equated monthly instalment, exchange offers, and free engraving on select devices.

The instant saving offer is valid on newly launched devices such as iPhone 14 series, AirPods Pro 2, Watch Ultra, Watch Series 8, and Watch SE. Surprisingly, older generation models such as iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max are not available on the online store. Therefore, these products are not eligible for the offer. Besides, the offer cannot be availed on the purchase of Watch SE and AirPods as they are priced lower than Rs 41,900. However, the discount is applicable on making a bundled purchase that has a bucket value of over Rs 41,900.

The iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are priced at Rs 79,900, Rs 89,900, Rs 129,900, and Rs 139,900, respectively. With the offer, the effective price comes down by seven per cent since all models are priced above Rs 41,900. Likewise, the Apple Watch Series 8 and Watch Ultra are priced at Rs 45,900 and Rs 89,900, respectively. The effective price of these smartwatches come down by seven per cent since these are priced above Rs 41,900 too.

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YouTube rolls out iPhone lock screen widgets to open subscriptions search

by Hansraj Agrawal | Oct 17, 2022 | Technology

YouTube has introduced an iPhone home screen widgets to immediately open home, shorts and subscriptions search.

‘Quick Actions’ is a tool to search and browse the application, reports 9To5Google.

The ‘Search YouTube’ section at the top instantly opens the UI (user interface) with the active keyboard while the microphone icon brings voice search.

Another widget called ‘Search’ allows for short text entering, the report said.

Recently, the application had introduced handles, a new way for people to easily find and engage with creators and each other on the Google-owned streaming platform.

Handles appear on channel pages and Shorts so that they will be instantly and consistently recognisable. It is simpler and faster to mention each other in comments, community posts, video descriptions, and more.

“For example, creators can be shouted out in a mention in comments or tagged in the title of a recent collab, helping them increase visibility and reach with new audiences,” the company said in a blogpost.

“Handles join channel names as another way to identify a YouTube channel, but unlike channel names, handles are truly unique to each channel so creators can further establish their distinct presence and brand on YouTube,” it added.

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Apple may launch macOS Ventura this month supporting upcoming MacBook Pro

by Hansraj Agrawal | Oct 17, 2022 | Technology

Apple might launch macOS Ventura in the last week of this month with support for the upcoming 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models.

According to Bloomberg’s tech reporter Mark Gurman, the only significant changes to the new MacBook Pro models will be the availability of M2 Pro and M2 Max chip options, reports MacRumors.

The new iPad Pro models with the M2 processor will be unveiled in “a matter of days”, said Gurman.

The new MacBook Pros are “on track to launch in the near future”, he added.

It is unclear that the new MacBook Pros will debut along with the newest iPad Pro.

Like the initial 16-inch MacBook Pro in 2019 and the first Macs with the M1 chip in 2020, he company frequently introduces new Macs in November, the report said.

The company is working on an updated Mac mini with an M2 chip.

“The company has ushered in its late fall iPad and Mac updates, but this year’s rollout will be more subdued. The company will launch the products on its website without the kind of gathering we saw in September with the iPhone 14’s debut,” Gurman added.

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Apple to turn iPad into smart display, speaker to control home devices

by Hansraj Agrawal | Oct 17, 2022 | Technology

Apple is reportedly working on to turn its iPad into a smart display and speaker, that can work like Facebook Portal or Amazon Echo Show smart home devices.

According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the tech giant can introduce these smart capabilities into its iPads as soon as next year.

An iPad docking station could allow users to make calls via FaceTime and gain hands-free control of smart home devices.

It will be similar to Amazon Fire tablet that allows users to put the devices into a charging dock to become a smart display.

Google last week announced a docking accessory for its upcoming Pixel Tablet, that will work as Nest Hub Max to control smart home devices via the Home app.

Apple is scheduled to unveil iPad Pro soon, which is likely to come with 11-inch and 12.9-inch models and M2 Silicon chip.

Apple is also working on an updated version of HomePod, according to the the report.

The next-generation of HomePod can have an updated display, an S8 chip and multi-touch functionality.

The company is also planning a combined Apple TV and smart speaker device equipped with a camera.

Apple recently signed up with Taiwan Surface Mounting Technology (SMT), which could lead to the tech giant using hybrid OLED displays in the iPad Pro by 2024.

The iPad and iPad Pro’s display is a key component of the user experience.

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