Out of seemingly nowhere, the metaverse has simultaneously become a subject of excitement and controversy over the past few months. While companies like Facebook (or Meta) and Microsoft predict that the metaverse will someday replace the internet, critics argue it’s a marketing gimmick that won’t ever see the light of day. So in this article, let’s explore what the metaverse is, how it could affect our lives in the future, and why it’s such a controversial subject today.
The HTC One (M8) is a fantastic smartphone, showcasing HTC’s continued commitment to build quality and design, along with a much improved software experience that packs its fair share of useful features. With top of the line specifications and a lighter Sense UI, performance on this device is absolutely amazing. However, like any other smartphone, this device is not without its issues. Today, we’ll be addressing some of the most common problems that users face with the HTC One (M8), and offer potential solutions on how to fix them.
Acer has just unveiled a selection of new hardware at IFA 2017, including a big refresh to its biggest Chromebook 15. The all-new fanless Chromebook from Acer offers a large 15.6-inch IPS display, a durable aluminum design, and apparently 12 hours of battery life to get you through even the busiest day. These improvements do some with a considerable uptick to the pricetag though, it’ll be available in October starting at $399, up from the last generation’s $299 asking price.
Once considered a niche form of transportation, electric scooters are now everywhere in the form of services like Bird and Lime, and that’s prompted some people to look into buying their own. This guide will help you decide whether an electric scooter makes sense, what to look for when shopping for one, and issues to be mindful of, such as maintenance and legality.
First, what is an electric scooter? Scooters come in two main varieties.
Google Nest CamThe Google Nest Cam is now one of the best home wireless security cameras you can get. Its AI smarts are unrivaled and its battery life is great. The only big barrier is its price, especially when you factor in that most users will need a Nest Aware subscription. But those who can afford it will likely be happy with their purchase.
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The original Nest Cam from 2014 wasn’t the first Nest product, but it certainly became one of the company’s most popular releases.
Razer Book 13The Razer Book 13 is a great productivity machine with one major flaw: its keyboard. Unfortunately, the keyboard is weak enough that it knocks this machine's review score down significantly. However, if you can accept that flaw, this is still a great-looking productivity laptop with plenty of power and ample battery life.
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When you think of Razer, you likely think of gamers, Chroma, and that weird snake logo.
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Welcome to Wallpaper Wednesday! In this weekly roundup, we’ll give you a handful of Android wallpapers you can download and use on your phone, tablet, or even your laptop/PC. The images will come from folks here at Android Authority as well as our readers. All are free to use and come without watermarks. File formats are JPG and PNG, and we’ll provide images in both landscape and portrait modes, so they’ll be optimized for various screens.
ARM recently unveiled its next-generation CPU cores, the Cortex-A75 and Cortex-A55, which are the first processors to support the company’s also new DynamIQ multi-core technology. The A75 is the successor to ARM’s high performance A73 and A72, while the new Cortex-A55 is a more power efficient replacement for the popular Cortex-A53.
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Cortex-A75 Starting with the Cortex-A75, this CPU is more inspired by the Cortex-A73 rather than a direct upgrade of it.
Despite several attempts to shake things up over the years, LG has arguably yet to find its groove. While the company has produced a number of unique flagship designs, none of them have ever really managed to win the hearts of the masses. Last year’s LG G5 attempted to launch us into a modular future but struggled to really make a dent outside of a small circle of fans. The LG V20 was certainly a bit better received, but even it was far from a runaway success.
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The Motorola Moto Edge X30 just launched in China. It has a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, making it the first phone launched with the chipset. It’s a China-only release for now, and will likely have a different name when it goes global. The Motorola Moto Edge X30 just launched in China, and it has the fabled Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 on board. It also has a smattering of other cutting-edge specs, including the option to have an under-display selfie camera.