[ad_1] “Driving the expansion of 5G into the Snapdragon 6-series has the potential to make 5G accessible to more than 2 billion smartphone users around the world,” said Qualcomm president Cristiano Amon in a statement. The big potential caveat here is what kind of 5G this chipset supports. Unlike the Snapdragon 765 and 865, the […]
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Google will default to phone notifications for two-factor sign-ins
[ad_1] Many will tell you that two-factor authentication is more secure without using phone numbers, and Google is putting that wisdom into practice. The internet giant will make phone verification prompts the default for two-step sign-ins for “all eligible users” starting on July 7th unless they’re already using security keys. So long as you’re signed […]
T-Mobile reportedly plans to lay off hundreds of former Sprint employees
[ad_1] After the report came out, T-Mobile published a blog post in which it said it plans to hire 5,000 new employees over the next year. In the same post, it confirmed the layoffs without detailing their scope. “As part of this process, some employees who hold similar positions are being asked to consider a […]
Germany’s voluntary contract tracing app is available to download
[ad_1] According to the Associated Press, the government spent €20 million (approximately $22.5 million) funding the development of the app. Moving forward, it expects to spend another €2.5 million to €3.5 million per month operating the software. As in other countries, the app is meant to complement conventional contract tracing efforts wherein medical professionals reach out […]
HTC U20 5G | Engadget
[ad_1] The rest of the specs are relatively standard for a mid-range phone: 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, dual nano SIM slots, microSD expansion (up to 2TB), 5,000mAh battery, NFC and a quad-camera module on the back (48-megapixel main, 8-megapixel ultra-wide, 2-megapixel macro and 2-megapixel bokeh). These are all packaged into either a quartz green or […]
US lets companies work with Huawei on 5G standards
[ad_1] The US is bending its hardline stance on Huawei… if only very slightly. The Commerce Department has instituted a rule allowing American companies to participate in developing standards where Huawei is involved, such as 5G wireless, AI and self-driving cars. Not surprisingly, the move has its roots in pride and pragmatism. The US doesn’t […]
T-Mobile outage finally ends after more than twelve hours (updated)
[ad_1] Our engineers are working to resolve a voice and data issue that has been affecting customers around the country. We’re sorry for the inconvenience and hope to have this fixed shortly. — Neville (@NevilleRay) June 15, 2020 While there were also smaller outage report spikes for Sprint (which has merged with T-Mobile), AT&T, Verizon […]
Apple’s 10.2-inch iPad is back on sale for $250
[ad_1] The 128GB model is also on sale. Currently, it’s $100 off, making it $330 instead of $430. When the 10.2-inch iPad was on sale in May, the 128GB model was only $30 off. So if you feel like the 32GB model isn’t enough for your needs, this is the time to grab the 128GB […]
WhatsApp adds payments, starting in Brazil
[ad_1] As a regular user, there are no fees for sending money or making purchases. That’s the standard in the space. With Venmo, for instance, sending money to someone is free so long as you don’t use your credit card to do so. Additionally, WhatsApp payments build on the catalog functionality the company introduced last year. […]
LG’s mid-range 5G Velvet smartphone is coming to the US soon
[ad_1] Samsung From there, things get weirder. If one screen won’t do, the Velvet is compatible with LG’s Dual Screen case (above) that gives you a second display for multitasking, writing, drawing and other chores. And LG being LG, it has arranged the 48-megapixel main camera, 8-megapixel ultrawide camera and 5-megapixel depth sensor into a […]