Google Now has long allowed sending text messages or emails with a voice command. Almost two years later, the same functionality is now available for Google’s Hangouts messaging app.
It’s not clear when exactly the feature was added to the Google app (which incorporates Now and the Launcher), though it seems that it could have arrived with the most recent update.
To send a chat message via Hangouts, simply open up the voice command and say “Send a Hangouts message” or “Send a chat message.
Disney’s Star Wars: Commander first arrived on iOS a little less than a month ago, immediately gaining quite a bit of attention among both Star Wars fans and those who enjoy Clash of Clans-style of games. While not an exact clone by any means, SW: Commander is clearly inspired by Supercell’s Clash of Clans, even if Disney denies that it is a clone.
As for the game’s story, you are able to side with either the Empire or Rebellion in a global-scaled player-vs-player war.
Sure, we call our Android devices “phones,” but the modern smartphone is so wildly different from that curly-corded contraption mounted to your grandmother’s kitchen wall that it would probably be more accurate to call them personal computers if the name wasn’t already taken. All the processing power and computing ability that our handsets deliver are increasingly impressive, but these come at a cost.
We’re starting to expect more and more out of our devices every year, but developments in battery longevity haven’t kept pace with other technological advances.
Ever wondered if it’s possible to view Android Messages on PC? Absolutely, thanks to Android Messages for web. Much like WhatsApp for web, Messages for web lets you pair your computer to your phone, so you can send and receive SMS from either device. The pairing process is simple, as is the interface.
Download the latest version of Messages and then open the app on your smartphone.
Tap the overflow menu (three dots in the top right-hand corner) and tap “Messages for Web.
I distinctly remember the first time I held the HTC One M7 in my hand. The smooth aluminum chassis felt cool to the touch, as if it had just come out of a refrigerator. It had a good weight to it that made it feel as if I was holding a device that cost twice as much as it actually did. I had a lot of thoughts at the time, but the last thing on my mind was putting that phone in a case.
The Galaxy S9 is here and like the rumors suggested, Samsung has taken a leaf out of Apple’s book with its new AR Emoji feature. The iPhone X bought Animoji last year and Samsung’s comparative attempt brings a similar overall experience, but what are the key differences?
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Animated… emoji? At root, both features have the same premise. They essentially offer users the ability to turn themselves into animated emoji which can then be shared with friends and family via messaging or social media.
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One of the all-time great smartphone features has to be the always-on display, giving you information on your screen without having to touch the phone. It’s no wonder many manufacturers have added this feature to their Android skins.
Nokia phones were among the first to offer always-on display functionality back in 2009/2010, with the firm’s Symbian and Windows Phone devices grabbing it. Since then, we’ve seen the likes of LG, Samsung, OnePlus, and loads of other OEMs adopt the feature.
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A Xiaomi executive says there’s not enough capacity to make Snapdragon 780G phones. You may have to ‘settle’ for the 778G instead. The issue comes amid a broader chip shortage. Have you noticed that few phones are using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 780G chip despite the company pitching it as the mainstream chip for 2021? There might be a good explanation. A Xiaomi executive on Weibo claimed that insufficient capacity has led to a dearth of 780G devices, and that the chips were reportedly out of production.
Huawei FreeBuds 3iWe can recommend the Huawei FreeBuds 3i to those looking for an affordable pair of true-wireless headphones that features active noise-cancelling. A newer version of this device is available. The Huawei FreeBuds 3i were superseded by the Huawei FreeBuds 4i. The FreeBuds 4i offer good sound quality and up to 10 hours of battery life, making them a good option for budget-minded buyers. You can find out more in our Huawei FreeBuds 4i review.
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Foldable phone shipments grew over 300% in 2021, according to a new tracking report. Samsung was the undisputed leader thanks to its newest foldables. Modern foldable phones have been a thing since 2019 when Samsung launched the Galaxy Fold. But the product category has taken a while to achieve huge sales success. Now, a new market share report by Omdia has shed some light on foldables in 2021.