Topic: beta release
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Pixel Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.1 Update Now Rolling Out
Google has released Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3.1 to fix a critical boot failure issue on Pixel devices triggered by enabling "desktop experience features" in developer settings. The update is a small patch with specific build numbers for different Pixel models and was rolled out after the previous Be...
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Stop Accidental Camera Launches on iOS 16.1
iOS 26.1 beta introduces a toggle to disable the swipe-to-open camera gesture on the Lock Screen, preventing accidental launches and giving users more control. The swipe gesture has been a default feature since early iPhones, but newer models offer alternatives like a dedicated camera button, mak...
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Unlock New CarPlay Features in iOS 26.2
iOS 26.2 beta introduces a feature allowing CarPlay users to disable pinned conversations in Messages, offering more control over the in-car interface and reducing distractions. Users can easily turn off pinned conversations via the CarPlay settings menu, reflecting Apple's focus on personalizing...
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Samsung Internet Beta Now Available on PC
Samsung has launched a PC beta version of its Samsung Internet browser, expanding beyond mobile to enhance the Galaxy ecosystem and advance its ambient AI vision. The browser syncs user data like bookmarks and history across devices and integrates Galaxy AI tools such as Browsing Assist for insta...
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Signal Launches First Paid Feature: Encrypted Backups
Signal has launched its first paid service, offering encrypted backups for media older than 45 days and full text message history at $1.99 per month, aligning with its nonprofit, ad-free model. The subscription helps cover infrastructure costs for data storage, while a free tier allows limited ba...
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Meta Horizon Hyperscape Delivers Photorealistic VR on Quest 3
Meta Horizon Hyperscape is now available in the U.S., enabling users to transform real-world spaces into photorealistic VR experiences using Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets. The creation process involves scanning a room to generate a 3D mesh, manually clearing it for accuracy, and uploading to Meta...
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Google Vids Adds AI Avatars and Launches Consumer Version
Google Vids has introduced AI avatars and automated transcript trimming, along with a free consumer version, to compete in the AI-assisted video creation market. The platform offers a template library and stock media for casual users, while business users gain access to synthetic avatar technolog...
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OnePlus OxygenOS 16 Integrates Google Gemini AI
OxygenOS 16 integrates Google's Gemini AI to enhance user experience, allowing it to perform complex tasks using data from the Mind Space AI tool, such as creating travel itineraries from saved screenshots. The update introduces deeper lock screen personalization and improved cross-device connect...
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iOS 26.2: 8 Exciting New Features Arriving Next Month
iOS 26.2 introduces customizable Lock Screen features, including a Liquid Glass slider for clock opacity, and expands offline capabilities in Apple Music with support for lyrics without an internet connection. The update enhances health tracking with adjusted Sleep Score ranges for more accurate ...
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