Opinion post by C. Scott Brown If you watch any smartphone launch event from the last few years, chances are exceptionally good that a large part of that presentation will focus on the phone’s camera. The phone will likely have multiple lenses, state-of-the-art sensors, and software tweaks that will make your photos really pop. However, […]
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Buyers guide: phones that support third-party fast chargers and accessories
Proprietary fast charging technologies are great for juicing up your empty handset, but they have their limitations. Power banks don’t support proprietary standards, neither do car-chargers nor multi-device power hubs. If you use any of these, you’ll want a phone that supports one of the popular standards used by third-party fast chargers. Namely USB Power Delivery and […]
Read MoreAn inside look at Facebook’s mobile app development process
Recently, I visited the Facebook Headquarters in London to learn about the process of developing and maintaining its mobile Facebook app. Much more goes on here than you probably realize: some of Facebook’s apps are handled here in their entirety, like WhatsApp for desktop and the business-oriented Workplace app. The offices are just what you’d expect […]
Read MoreOppo Find X camera review: Elevating experience, average photos
At a glance the Oppo Find X might leave you thinking it doesn’t have cameras, but there is truly more than meets the eye with this design. The handset’s shooters are hidden away, only appearing when needed, thanks to a mechanical elevating system. Related Articles Pop-up cameras: Which does it better, the Vivo Nex or […]
Read MoreHuawei P30 series: How much do you really know about the upcoming phones?
The Huawei P30 and P30 Pro are just a few days away — the company will announce its flagship series on March 26. Although the tech giant hasn’t officially revealed the specs and features of the two devices, we already know a lot about them thanks to the many leaks and rumors. If you’ve recently […]
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Will ‘Us’ Land Lupita Nyong’o an Oscar Nomination? It Should.
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Why “Stress Relief” is the quintessential episode of The Office
“Stress Relief” is the Quintessential Episode of The Office – HelloGiggles Why “Stress Relief” is the quintessential episode of The Office this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.
Read MoreUnderstanding aperture – What does it mean and how does it affect image quality
I’m sure many of you use your smartphone as your primary camera. Even those that own a DSLR can’t argue with the convenience of having a good shooter in their pocket. Truth be told, flagship smartphone camera quality is more than good enough for capturing most day-to-day moments. To make matters more exciting, manufacturers show […]
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The Babies Who Played Rachel’s Daughter on ‘Friends’ Are Now Twinning in Jordan Peele’s ‘Us’
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Read MoreNight mode could make 2019 budget phone cameras awesome
Arguably the biggest camera feature in 2018 was the introduction of night mode. Between efforts by Huawei, Google, and Xiaomi, it quickly became apparent that today’s image stacking and machine learning technologies are able to deliver a massive leap in low-light capabilities. Editor’s Pick Google Pixel 3 Night Sight vs Huawei Mate 20 Pro Night Mode […]
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How a faux fur leopard print jacket from Hot Topic unlocked the confidence I didn’t know I had
A Leopard Print Jacket From Hot Topic Unlocked My Self-Confidence – HelloGiggles How a faux fur leopard print jacket from Hot Topic unlocked the confidence I didn’t know I had this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.
Read MoreCloud gaming is the future (whether you like it or not)
Opinion post by Nick Fernandez To the surprise of no one, Google announced its entry into the cloud gaming market with Google Stadia earlier this week. It promises, like Microsoft’s Project xCloud, to revolutionize the way we game. But will it really? In short, the answer is yes. Unlike previous attempts at setting up a […]
Read MoreThe pop-out camera is the best solution for the bezel-less display conundrum
Opinion post by Abhishek Baxi A couple of years ago, we all got excited by the impending possibility of a true bezel-less display on a smartphone. Who wouldn’t like an edge-to-edge immersive experience, right? As the old maxim goes, careful what you wish for. Bezel-less displays are immersive and striking. But the front of the […]
Read MoreQuestions I’d like answered before I hype Google Stadia
Opinion post by Joe Hindy Google Stadia is undoubtedly a game changer if it works right. It’s an online cloud service that works on everything from your phone to laptops and even Chromecasts. There’s a slick controller, tons of teraflops, and the ability to scale up. Xbox One X and PlayStation 4 Pro can do […]
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Joey King Gets Vulnerable in Hulu’s ‘The Act’ (Exclusive)
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Read Moreid Software brings new hope to Linux and game streaming via Google Stadia
Google CEO Sundar Pichai admits he’s not really a gamer, but he’s extremely confident in yet another game streaming service launching later this year: Google Stadia. Introduced during Google’s GDC 2019 keynote, we don’t know any specifics about Google’s upcoming platform. Will it run a virtual machine hosting games you purchase and install in the […]
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After a Year of Playing ‘Crazy Women,’ Patricia Arquette Is Ready to Find Herself Again (Exclusive)
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Read MoreHow stable is the first Android Q beta?
It’s always fun when Google releases a new version of Android. There are tons of new features and visual tweaks to dig into, as well as under-the-hood improvements to make our phones run better. The downside? These early developer previews are buggy and not necessarily ready for consumer use (hence the term “developer”). I’ve been […]
Read MoreState of 4G in India: still leaves a lot to be desired
India’s mobile market has risen dramatically over the last few years and it doesn’t look like the growth will subside anytime soon. A recent report by Canalys pointed out that smartphone shipments in India were up by ten percent in 2018 and crossed a total of 137 million units, despite the slump in smartphone sales […]
Read MoreDo you own a smartwatch, fitness tracker, or other wearable? (Poll of the Week)
Last week’s poll summary: Last week, we asked you if you were installing the Android Q developer preview. Out of almost 850 total votes, 37 percent of voters said they weren’t planning on installing the Android Q beta. 34 percent of voters said they’ve already installed it, while 30 percent of voters are still on […]
Read MoreFive years of Wear OS and it’s still too messy to recommend
Opinion post by C. Scott Brown Today is the fifth anniversary of the release of Wear OS. Born as Android Wear, Wear OS is Google’s Android-based operating system specifically designed to work on wearables and smartwatches. After five years of development and refinement, you’d think Wear OS would be a strong contender within the wearable industry […]
Read MoreOvertime: Mar 11 – 17
Posted by YESNIK, March 17, 2019 More stories below from this week (click on bolded words for more information): The much-hyped Chinese art market’s best days may already be gone. The boom in pop-up galleries is only just getting started. 7 art-historical treasures for sale at TEFAF Maastricht. Powerful collectors open up in TEFAF Maastricht’s […]
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