8 ways your phone is tracking you that you can stop now
You understand that your phone knows where you’re located. This is how GPS works, how Find My Friends sees your location, and why you get local ads on Facebook and Google. Like other data on your phone, that location data is a hot commodity for internet marketers in today’s digital economy. Targeted advertising is one of the biggest enterprises on the web. Companies are eager to serve you ads for products you’re likely to buy, and that data helps them hit their mark. GPS on your smartphone works by tracking your location. Getty Images Some companies have even made this…
WhatsApp testing Haptic feedback feature for select Android beta testers: Report
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature that will give users haptic feedback while reacting to texts using emojis on the app. This feature will allow users to feel vibrations and other tactile sensations while using the app. This new feature could be a useful addition to WhatsApp’s existing features and could help make it more user-friendly.According to a report by WABetaInfo, the feature is rolling out for select beta testers after installing the latest beta update from the Google Playstore. The update bearing version 2.23.3.3. is being rolled out via the Google Play Beta Program. It …
Flipkart Republic Day offer: Apple iPhone 14 is available at flat ₹13,000 off
India will celebrate 74th Republic Day tomorrow. To mark the festivities, Walmart-owned Flipkart has listed the Apple iPhone 14 at a flat discount of ₹13,000. The smartphone’s base model with 128GB of internal storage is available at ₹66,999. To recall, the handset was launched in September last year with a price tag of ₹79,900. The smartphone’s other models with 256GB and 512GB of storage are available at ₹76,999 and ₹96,999, respectively. Flipkart is also giving 5% cashback on Flipkart Axis Bank credit card transactions. In addition, buyers can get an exchange discount of up to …
Entering your phone’s PIN in public could be less scary with Android 14
The feature was spotted in Android 13 QPR3 Beta 2 Android 13 QPR3 Beta 2 was finally released this week for all Pixel phones from the Pixel 4a and up. This beta gives us an early glimpse of what’s to come with June’s Pixel Feature Drop and has arrived not too long after the first beta. While the latest Android 13 QPR3 beta doesn’t bring a whole lot of changes, barring the usual suite of bug fixes and performance improvements, there is a feature addition that could be extremely helpful for users entering their PIN code in public places, such…
The Steam Deck wasn’t born ready, but it’s ready now
The Steam Deck is my favorite gadget of 2022. I have no hesitation in recommending it anymore. The kind of person who would buy one should buy one. My only question: are you that kind of person? In February of last year, I truthfully wrote that the Steam Deck wasn’t ready, and I stand by every word of that review. But it’s ready now. And while it’s still not finished, and may never be finished, Valve has spent nearly a year and over 100 updates showing that an early access game console can actually be worth money. Valve has finally…
10 Affordable gadgets that are surprisingly powerful » Gadget Flow
Discover affordable gadgets that pack a punch in this list. From smart home devices to headphones, these devices won’t break the bank but will exceed expectations. In today’s technology-driven world, gadgets have become an integral part of our daily lives. From smartphones to smart home devices, we rely on these gadgets for a lot. However, the price of technology can often be a barrier for many consumers. But what if we told you that there are affordable gadgets that are surprisingly powerful on the market? There are, and they’re what we’re highlighting today. Related: Must-have GaN chargers to buy for…
Why Rural Broadband Solutions Are a Worthy Investment
Broadband networks are critical for rural communities. High-speed internet powers business, healthcare, education, agriculture, and more. Unfortunately, rural broadband solutions are also expensive and rural broadband funding can be complicated. Because a significant investment is required, rural broadband networks are typically a low priority for large telcos. Those corporations can enjoy a greater ROI from networks built in densely populated areas. This leaves rural communities to consider making the investment themselves—no small consideration for leaders wearing many hats and operating with limited budgets. In this blog, we’ll examine the investment rural broadband networks require and consider whether the benefits are…
Big changes in store for Android in India, may affect it globally (Updated)
Ryan Haines / Android Authority SL;DR Google is making changes to Android in India following a ruling from the Competition Commission of India. The ruling will force Google to change how it approaches things like sideloaded apps and app stores, user choice billing, default search engine choice, and more. It’s possible that this change could affect how Android operates in other parts of the world. Update: March 29, 2023 (10:51 AM ET): According to TechCrunch, Google has received some relief from the CCI’s ruling. Google will no longer be required to distribute third-party app stores through the Play Store. …