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Soon Google Play Store may automatically launch newly installed apps

Soon Google Play Store may automatically launch newly installed apps

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Technology


2 min read Last Updated : Jun 17 2024 | 4:57 PM IST


Google is reportedly working on an ‘App Auto Open’ feature that will automatically open an app once it is installed. According to a report by Android Authority, a new version of the Google Play Store has code that references this feature, which will, by default, launch the downloaded application once the installation process is completed.


In Play Store version 41.4.19, there exists a string of code for the new App Auto Open feature that will notify the user when the feature is enabled through a prominent banner towards the top of the screen. The notification will ring or vibrate depending on the device settings, and users will have the option to silence it. Additionally, the line of code that enables the feature suggests that the notification will last up to five seconds.


True to its name, the upcoming App Auto Open feature would likely launch the newly installed app from the Google Play Store automatically instead of the current procedure that offers the option to either open or uninstall the app. While the feature will likely be optional and will allow users to disable it, it will be enabled by default when the feature launches.


Currently, the App Auto Open feature is not available publicly and is only available as a preview for select users. Android Authority said that they were able to make the preview page live, but the feature does not appear to be working. It should be noted that the feature is still under development, and Google could decide to discard it completely.

First Published: Jun 17 2024 | 4:57 PM IST



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Motorola Razr 50 series foldable smartphones expected to arrive in July

Motorola Razr 50 series foldable smartphones expected to arrive in July

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Technology


Motorola Razr Photo: Official portal

2 min read Last Updated : Jun 17 2024 | 4:34 PM IST


Motorola Razr 50 foldable smartphone series will reportedly launch early next month.

The series is expected to comprise Moto Razr 50 and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra smartphones and will likely make its debut in the Indian market alongside other regions.


Unlike last year, where the company announced the launch of the Moto Razr series in early June, there has been no official confirmation yet. This is presumably due to Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event, which is likely scheduled for July 10.


Going by the information available in the public domain, the Razr 50 Ultra will have a 4-inch cover screen.


The device is expected to boast the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and feature a new telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom capabilities.


The smartphone is also expected to sport a larger battery and IPX8 rating for resistance against water and dust ingress.


Razr 50 is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300X chip, paired with up to 8GB RAM. The device is also expected to sport a larger cover screen than the previous generation model.


Both the smartphones are expected to feature a dual-camera set-up on the rear, featuring a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 13MP ultra-wide-angle camera.


According to the reports, the foldable smartphone duo would carry a 32MP on-display camera on the inner foldable display.


Motorola Razr 50: Expected specifications


Display: 6.9-inch OLED main, 3.6-inch OLED cover


Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7300X


RAM: up to 8GB


Rear camera: 50MP primary + 13MP


Front camera: 32MP


Battery: 3,905mAh


Charging: 33W


Motorola Razr 50 Ultra: Expected specifications


Display: 6.9-inch OLED main, 4-inch OLED cover


Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3


RAM: up to 8GB


Rear camera: 50MP primary + 13MP


Front camera: 32MP


Battery: 4,200mAh


Charging: 68W

First Published: Jun 17 2024 | 4:30 PM IST



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Samsung Galaxy Ring to get Galaxy Budslike case for charging Report

Samsung Galaxy Ring to get Galaxy Budslike case for charging Report

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Technology


3 min read Last Updated : Jun 17 2024 | 3:23 PM IST


Samsung’s new category of smart wearable, the Galaxy Ring, will likely get a Galaxy Buds-like charging case.


According to a report by 9To5Google, Samsung has dropped the idea of using a magnetic cable to power the Galaxy Ring and has opted for a charging case instead.


The charging case will not only refuel the upcoming fitness tracker but also provide secure storage to the device when not in use.


According to the report, images of a potential charging case design for the Galaxy Ring has surfaced on the internet, showing a white plastic case in a squared off design.


The case reportedly features a raised section in the middle that would likely hold the ring-style smart wearable in place. This raised section would also likely feature a coloured marking that would indicate the correct positioning of the ring within the case. Similar to how a charging case works with the buds, it will offer additional battery life to the Galaxy Ring as well.


Although not much is known about the case’s battery capacity, a report by The Verge last month stated that the Galaxy Ring would get a battery ranging from 17mAh to 22mAh depending on the size of the ring.

Samsung is reportedly estimating battery life of up to nine days on the Galaxy Ring itself and an included charging case would probably extend it even further.


Samsung Galaxy Ring: Expected features


Samsung has already confirmed that the upcoming Galaxy Ring will be offered in black, gold and silver colours and in nine different sizes. The battery capacity of each ring will be determined by its size and would likely be in the range of 17mAh to 22mAh.


Samsung has not officially revealed any specification details about the Galaxy Ring. But the company — during its showcasing at the Mobile World Congress in February — said the Ring will have the ability to work alongside the Samsung Galaxy Watch.


Samsung said both the devices will work intelligently to collect and track different metrics depending on what they are best at. In some cases, both the devices might work together for better results. The Galaxy Ring will likely get a heart rate sensor, sleep monitoring feature, electrocardiogram (ECG) functions and a few physical activity trackers, similar to the Galaxy Watch.


The Samsung Galaxy Ring is expected to be launched at Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event likely to take place in Paris on July 10. The ring-style fitness tracker is expected to be priced around $300-$350 in the US and nearly ~35,000 in India.

First Published: Jun 17 2024 | 3:23 PM IST



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Apple reportedly working on iPad Proinspired slim iPhone model for 2025

Apple reportedly working on iPad Proinspired slim iPhone model for 2025

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Technology


Representative image: Apple iPad Pro (M4) and iPhone 15 Pro Max

2 min read Last Updated : Jun 17 2024 | 3:20 PM IST


Apple is reportedly developing a “significantly skinnier” iPhone model for 2025. According to a Bloomberg report, with its new iPad Pro model, Apple has figured out how to make its devices thinner while still landing major upgrades. The company aims to do the same with other devices, including the iPhone 17 series. Additionally, the Cupertino-based technology giant is also likely working on slimmer MacBook Pro and Apple Watch models, which are expected to hit production within the next two years.


According to the report, the 5.1mm thick iPad Pro that Apple introduced last month at its Let Loose event marked the return of the sleek form factor. Now, Apple wants the iPad Pro M4 to be the beginning of a new class of Apple devices that should be the thinnest and lightest products in their categories.


Apple iPhone 17 Slim: What to expect


Aligning with recent reports, The Information had previously reported that Apple is working on an “iPhone Slim” variant for 2025, which will bring a major design change to the iPhone line after the iPhone X. The report stated that the iPhone Slim model could be priced higher than the Pro Max model and would feature a complete design overhaul with a slimmer chassis.


Although the company has not finalised the design of the smartphone and is currently testing different variants for the model, the current iteration features a screen size between the 6.1-inch of the vanilla iPhone and the 6.69-inch of the Pro Max variants while featuring a smaller dynamic island size. As per the report, the model under testing features an aluminium chassis with a centrally aligned rear camera module.


The Information also stated that this sleek iPhone model could be branded as the “iPhone Ultra” model if Apple decides to price it higher than the Pro Max model.

First Published: Jun 17 2024 | 3:20 PM IST



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WhatsApp to add voice message transcription in different languages

WhatsApp to add voice message transcription in different languages

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Technology


WhatsApp Voice Note Update

2 min read Last Updated : Jun 17 2024 | 2:03 PM IST


WhatsApp is reportedly testing a feature to transcribe voice messages for users. According to WhatsApp update tracker WABetaInfo, to transcribe voice notes, users will have to download 150MB of new app data. This feature will reportedly work on language-specific speech recognition, allowing users to select different languages for different voice notes. Users will have to download language-specific packages to enable transcription. This package maintains end-to-end encryption and ensures that data is not shared externally, as transcripts are processed locally on the device.


After downloading the additional data, users will be able to use the transcribing feature. This feature will be helpful when playing the voice recording is not possible or when the user prefers reading to listening. The new feature will also offer convenience to users who communicate in different languages.


The feature was first seen in the WhatsApp for iPhone beta update and is expected to be rolled out for Android soon.


WhatsApp is also planning to refine the feature by letting users decide the language for transcribing, as reported by WABetaInfo in another report referring to WhatsApp Beta for Android version 2.24.13.8. This feature will be available in different updates. It will likely support languages such as Hindi, English, Russian, Portuguese (Brazil), and Spanish, with more languages expected to be added later. To enable transcribing in these languages, users will have to select the language and download additional data packages.


The feature has not been officially launched and is only available in beta versions. As the feature is still being developed, it is not accessible to public beta testers.


Earlier, WhatsApp had announced that it is set to enhance the calling experience on the platform with new features. Named “Calling Update”, the features will be available across desktop and mobile apps in the coming weeks. The update includes support for screen sharing with audio, increased participation for video calls across devices, and spotlighting the speaker.

First Published: Jun 17 2024 | 2:03 PM IST



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Samsung to bring Galaxy Z Fold 6 with wider cover display launching in July

Samsung to bring Galaxy Z Fold 6 with wider cover display launching in July

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Technology


Representative image: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5

3 min read Last Updated : Jun 17 2024 | 1:57 PM IST


Samsung is reportedly planning to unveil its next-generation foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, next month at the Galaxy Unpacked event, which is likely scheduled for July 10. While not much has been revealed about the possible devices, a report by 9To5Google stated that the next-generation book-style foldable by Samsung is not expected to bring a major overhaul in terms of hardware changes, apart from a slightly wider cover display and a new frame design. Here are the details:


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: Expected specifications


According to the report, Samsung’s next-generation book-style foldable smartphone would sport a 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED display as the cover screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. When unfolded, the primary display will likely be a 7.6-inch panel with a resolution of 2160×1865. Apart from a slightly expanded cover screen, this does not appear to be a major upgrade over the existing model.


The smartphone is expected to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 System-on-Chip (SoC), the same flagship-grade processor that powers the Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphone. Apart from this, the Galaxy Fold phone is expected to get the same 12GB RAM standard across variants with 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB onboard storage options. Similarly, no battery capacity upgrade is expected from the next-generation model as the Galaxy Z Fold 6 would likely feature the same 4,400mAh battery as the Fold 5.


For imaging, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will likely sport a 50MP primary sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide angle lens, and a 10MP telephoto camera. Although the camera system appears to be unchanged from the previous generation, Samsung might change the sensor model while keeping the same megapixel count.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: Expected design


Earlier this month, 9To5Google reported that Samsung briefly posted an ad for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 on its website in Kazakhstan and took it down shortly after. The ad reportedly offered the first look at the upcoming foldable smartphones by Samsung.


According to the report, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will get a new frame design, offering the smartphone a boxy look. The report also stated that the smartphone would likely have a wider appearance than its predecessor. This is further backed by the new report that states that the upcoming smartphone might sport a wider cover screen.


Additionally, the ad reportedly showed the Fold 6 smartphone in a colour scheme that matches the Galaxy S24 Ultra, suggesting that Samsung’s next-generation book-style foldable could have a titanium body similar to its flagship smartphone.


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First Published: Jun 17 2024 | 1:57 PM IST



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