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Apple Announces Share Item Location Feature on iOS; to Be Available With iOS 18.2

Apple recently released the iOS 18.2 Developer beta 2 update which reportedly included a new feature that enabled users to share the location of lost or misplaced items with third parties such as airlines. The Cupertino-based tech giant has now confirmed the arrival of this feature which is dubbed Share Item Location. It is said to have been rolled out in most region... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/m7LhMvr

Asus ROG Phone 9 Reportedly Spotted on Geekbench ML With Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, 24GB RAM

Asus ROG Phone 9 will be officially launched later this week. Following Qualcomm's unveiling of the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset last month, Asus confirmed that the ROG Phone 9 would use the flagship SoC. Now, ahead of the launch, the handset has been reportedly spotted in the Geekbench ML online database suggesting key specifications. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/mAFnXJ1

iOS 18.2 Developer Beta 3 Update for iPhone Rolling Out Now: Here's What’s New

iOS 18.2 Developer Beta 3 update for iPhone was released by Apple on Monday. It builds upon the previous updates as the Cupertino-based tech giant continues to test the second batch of features powered by Apple Intelligence — the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) suite for iPhone and other devices. Apple’s latest update is not a substantial introduction but... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/I1gSG97

OnePlus 12R Android 15-Based OxygenOS 15 Stable Update Rolling Out for Global Users

OnePlus 12R was launched in India in January this year with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM. It runs on Android 14-based OxygenOS 14 out-of-the-box. Now the stable version of the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 update with updated features and fixes is rolling out to OnePlus 12R users. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/4ZriV2e

Oppo Find N5 Launch Timeline Tipped Again; Key Features Surface Online

Oppo Find N5 is expected to arrive soon as a successor to the Oppo Find N3, which was unveiled in October 2023. The purported book-style foldable has started doing rounds of the rumour mill. A tipster has hinted at the expected launch timeline of the smartphone alongside some key features it may come with. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/DS2pFwn

iPhone 16 Plus Survives Durability Test, Shows Better Scratch Resistance Compared to Other Phones

iPhone 16 series was launched by Apple in September comprising four models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Nearly two months after its debut, YouTube users have been testing the smartphone's durability through various "scratch" tests and the handset appears to survive better compared to other devices in the market. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/KN4x5d2

Apple's Automatic 'Inactivity Reboot' iPhone Feature Could Impact Thieves, Law Enforcement

Apple's iOS 18.1 update includes a new security feature that has been causing difficulties for both thieves and law enforcement officials. A report indicates that police in the US have observed some iPhone models that were held for forensic analysis, were rebooting on their own. This feature could complicate efforts to gain access to seized devices. This behaviour has... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/bxg4Ids

Itel S25, Itel S25 Ultra With 6.78-Inch AMOLED Screens, 50-Megapixel Rear Camera Launched: Price, Specifications

Itel S25 and Itel S25 Ultra were launched in the Philippines on Friday, equipped with 6.78-inch AMOLED displays and under-display fingerprint scanners. The Itel S25 series boasts a 50-megapixel main camera and a 32-megapixel front-facing camera. Both smartphones in the Itel S25 lineup pack a 5,000mAh battery. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/LhqKbJs

Google Pixel 11 With Tensor G6 Chip to Offer Improved Thermal Performance to Reduce Returns: Report

Google Pixel 11 series could offer greatly improved thermal and battery efficiency, according to a report. The company's Pixel phones come with Tensor chips, which provide advanced AI capabilities and seamless integration with Google's unique software features. However, these processors have been noted for their thermal and efficiency challenges, particularly in compa... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/qJ2RjuG

Google Pixel Phone Reportedly Get Battery Charging Limit Feature With November 2024 Update

Google recently rolled out the latest November 2024 update for Pixel smartphones which mainly consists of a lot of bug fixes and security improvements. However, it also bundles a new Android 15 feature which might help prolong the lifespan of the smartphone’s battery by allowing users to implement a charging limit, according to a report. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/Z0xG2hc

iPhone 15 Best-Selling Smartphone Globally in Q3 2024 as Samsung Takes Most Spots: Counterpoint

Apple topped the global best-selling smartphones list in the third quarter (Q3) of 2024, according to a report by a market research firm. The Cupertino-based tech giant took the top three spots, headlined by multiple models from its iPhone 15 series. Meanwhile, Samsung grabbed the most spots in the list, with a Galaxy S device entering the top 10 rankings for the firs... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/hPC3STr

Google Pixel 9 Pro Costs 11 Percent Less to Manufacture Than Pixel 8 Pro: Report

Google Pixel 9 series was unveiled at the Made by Google event in August comprising four models. A new report sheds light on the bill of materials (BOM) of the Pixel 9 Pro whose place in the smartphone lineup has been reworked this year and it sits above the Pixel 9 but below the new Pixel 9 Pro XL. It is suggested that the smartphone costs less to manufacture compare... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/20Y1FSu

Google Pixel Update for November 2024 Rolls Out With Bug Fixes for Devices Running Android 15

Google Pixel users can download the latest November 2024 update, which includes bug fixes, security improvements, and more. It is available for the Pixel 6 series to the latest Pixel 9 Pro Fold. According to Google, its latest update brings fixes for Bluetooth, camera, touch, and sensor-related issues that users have reported, although some of them may be region or ca... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/lPQcYji

Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1 for Phone 2 Rolling Out With New Customisation Options, More Features

Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1 is now available for Phone 2 users, the company announced on Tuesday. It enables them to experience the new operating system (OS) update and try out the new features like updated widgets, more customisation options and camera enhancements ahead of the public release in December. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/38LK2Nn

Honor X9c With Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC, IP65M Rating Launched: Price, Specifications

Honor X9c was launched in Malaysia on Tuesday. The smartphone is powered by a Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 paired with up to 12GB of RAM. It is backed by a 6,600mAh battery with 66W wired charging support. The company says that the phone comes with a 2m drop resistance as well as an IP65M rating for dust and 360-degree water resistance. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/cshCwdn

Android 16 Release Date Leak Hints at a Much Sooner Rollout Than Previous Updates: Report

Android 16 is the purported operating system (OS) expected to arrive as a successor next year to Android 15 which debuted in September. While Google has confirmed a timeline of the update’s release, an exact date is yet to be revealed. However, a recent report suggests that Android 16 could be released for devices much sooner than previous updates, with the summer o... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/jEZ06vJ

Xiaomi 14 Android 15-Based HyperOS 1.1 Stable Update Reportedly Rolling Out to Users

Xiaomi 14 runs on Android 14-based HyperOS out-of-the-box. Previously, the company confirmed that the Android 15-based HyperOS 2.0 will roll out to the Xiaomi 14 series phones. However, a report now suggests that a stable version of the HyperOS 1.1 update based on Android 15 has started rolling out to Xiaomi 14 users in select regions. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/X9ge3lW

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Cases Leak, Hinting Towards Design Tweaks on Ultra Model

Samsung Galaxy S25 series is expected to make its debut early next year. Rumour mills hint towards major changes coming to Samsung's flagship smartphone lineup in terms of hardware. The latest leak comes courtesy of a tipster who has shared images of the alleged cases of the Galaxy S25 series. The images suggest a shift in the design strategy of the purported top-of-t... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/BesHFm8

Realme GT 7 Pro With Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC to Launch in India on November 26: Expected Specifications

Realme GT 7 Pro launch date in India has been announced and it will make its debut later this month. It is confirmed to be the first smartphone in the country to be powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite. In addition to powerful hardware, the upcoming smartphone will also leverage artificial intelligence (AI) features such as AI Sketch to Image, AI Motion Deblur technology and... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/ZjLHXAK

iOS 18.2 Update for iPhone With Image Playground, ChatGPT Integration to Release Earlier Than Expected: Report

Apple last week introduced the iOS 18.1 update which brought Apple Intelligence. Now, a recent report suggests that the next batch of Apple Intelligence features, including ChatGPT integration in Siri and a new Image Playground app, might arrive with the iOS 18.2 update for iPhone sooner than expected. The release timeline of other iOS 18 updates, along with the impro... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/3ovGfHN

Oppo Find X8 Mini Tipped to Launch Soon; Might Compete With Vivo X200 Pro Mini

Oppo Find X8 Mini could be launched in the coming months, alongside the purported Find X8 Ultra model, according to a Chinese tipster. These handsets could join the recently launched Oppo Find X8 and Find X8 Pro models, and the Find X8 Mini could compete with the Vivo X200 Pro Mini. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/QRA0GTl

iPhone 14 Plus Service Program for Rear Camera Issue Announced by Apple: Check Eligibility

Apple has launched a service program addressing a rear camera issue in certain iPhone 14 Plus models produced over the span of one year. iPhone 14 Plus units impacted by this issue will be eligible for free servicing at authorised Apple service providers, according to the company while customers who already paid for repairs can contact the company for a refund. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/auRzJ2k

Nothing Exploring Development of Own Mobile OS as Android Alternative, Carl Pei Says

Nothing is exploring the development of its own mobile operating system, according to a statement from Nothing CEO and founder Carl Pei at TechCrunch Disrupt. The company's devices currently run on Google's Android system, like smartphones from most companies except Huawei and Apple. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/DrtidJQ

Apple to Invest Up to $1.5 Billion in Globalstar for Satellite Coverage Expansion

Apple is set to invest as much as $1.5 billion in Globalstar, as the iPhone maker looks to enhance the satellite communication services available on its smartphones. The agreement includes a $1.1 billion cash investment by Apple, along with a $400 million purchase for a 20% equity stake in Globalstar. The satellite firm plans to allocate some of the investment towards... from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/anrQPmz

iPhone 17 Series to Be Equipped With Apple's Own Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Chips: Ming-Chi Kuo

iPhone 17 series could be equipped with Apple's proprietary Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip, according to TF Securities International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Apple is advancing its development of internal components for its smartphones, aiming to reduce reliance on current suppliers like Broadcom for its upcoming products, including the iPhone. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/dgverQI

Asus ROG Phone 9 Design, Key Features Leaked Ahead of November 19 Launch

Asus ROG Phone 9 series is confirmed to launch in select global markets on November 19. Key features of the lineup have been teased officially. Meanwhile, new details about the upcoming handsets and an image of the design have surfaced online. The phones are said to come with 185Hz refresh rate displays. from Gadgets 360 https://ift.tt/yuYx0mh