A few things missing from this compact powerhouse

Display Xiaomi Mi Mix 25.99-inch FHD+ 2160 x 1080 resolution 570 ppi 18:9 aspect ratio DCI-P3 color gamut Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 Special Edition5.99-inch FHD+ 2160 x 1080 resolution 570 ppi 18:9 aspect ratio DCI-P3 color gamut Processor Xiaomi Mi Mix 264-bit octa-core (max 2.45GHz) Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, 10 nm process Xiaomi Mi Mix 2 Special Edition64-bit octa-core (max 2.45GHz) Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, 10 nm process RAM Xiaomi Mi Mix 26 GB

Chrome adds emoji translator for April Fools' Day

While Google’s Pokémon Challenge slipped out a day before April Fools’ Day, the Chrome team’s gag will only work on April 1, and will let you translate websites into the most important of languages: emoji. As Android Police found, on April Fools’ Day the Chrome browser on Android devices (and potentially other platforms) will gain the ability to “translate” anything into emoji. The optional feature will replace  words on websites with an emoji that best suits them.

Enable these awesome new Chrome gestures to swipe back or forward

If you choose to use traditional navigation keys on your smartphone, going “back” a web page within Chrome for Android is easy. But how do you then go forward? The forward button is actually hidden in the menu, so there are quite a few taps involved to perform that action. Luckily, there are some new Chrome gestures (via Android Police) that allow you to navigate from one web page to another with ease, regardless of whether you use gestures or traditional nav keys on your smartphone: simply swipe from left to right to go back and swipe the opposite way to go forward.

Here's how to master them

Swipe gestures seem like the other big trend in the past 12 months (behind the notch and dropping the headphone jack). This year Xiaomi‘s devices adopted swipe gestures as an alternative to Android’s standard navigation keys. If you’re intrigued by the new navigation method, we’ve got a guide to enable and use gestures on Xiaomi phones. Enabling full-screen gesturesThe first step to enable gestures on Xiaomi phones is to visit settings > Full screen display.

How to connect Spotify to Google Home

Linking your Spotify account with Google Home makes it easy to play music from anywhere with a simple voice command. After all, what’s a smart home ecosystem without great tunes? Here’s how to connect Spotify to Google Home. Read more: How to set up and use Google Home QUICK ANSWER  Open the Google Home app. Tap + in the top-left, then tap Music. Next, select Spotify, tap Link Account and then Log in to Spotify.

How to tell a bad smartphone — 10 signs a phone might be junk

The Honor 7s – I actually hated this phone! As tech fans, it’s easy for us to get excited about even the most uninspiring smartphones. Like even the lamest people, most phones have at least some interesting feature or great quality worth talking about. We’re all good at something, and there’s someone out there for everyone. There are very few truly “bad” smartphones. Every now and then, a phone comes along and it’s just complete and utter ass.

It's a pretty short list

Luke Pollack / Android Authority We’ve all been there — you’re trying to hurry out the door, but you can’t seem to find your keys. You check all the usual places to no avail, and suddenly you’re running late. A handy Tile Mate or AirTag would have helped in that situation if only you had one. A bluetooth tracker is a wonderful investment for those of us that are a little absent minded, or have kids.

MacGruber on Peacock: Here's what you need to know

He’s coming back, and it looks like he’s taking no prisoners. MacGruber, that dim-witted military adventurer who thinks he’s smarter than he is, will soon return to our home screens. Will Forte will once again play MacGruber on Peacock in a new eight-episode comedy series for the NBC Universal-based streaming service. Read more: Best Peacock original series So when can we expect to watch MacGruber on Peacock, and what will the show be all about anyway?

Mobvoi TicWatch E3 review: Competing on core competencies

Mobvoi TicWatch E3The Mobvoi TicWatch E3 is perhaps a better smartwatch than it is a fitness companion thanks to less-than-perfect tracking abilities. The Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 platform and solid battery life together, however, make the E3 a decent wearable that covers the essentials with ease. Table of contents Mobvoi is one of several smartwatch makers that has remained committed to Google’s Wear OS platform. Its TicWatch series of smartwatches are available at several price points, ensuring there’s a product for everyone in the mix.

Realme X2 Pro review: The best value smartphone around?

Realme X2 ProThe Realme X2 Pro is, by far, the best phone that the company has ever produced. With top specs, a great camera, and industry-leading fast charging, Realme has left its mark on the affordable-flagship scene. Realme’s efforts to improve the software experience haven't gone unseen, but its lack of polish will turn some buyers off. Table of contents The Realme X, introduced in July 2019, was a great take on a mid-range smartphone with features like a bezel-lessdisplay, super-fast charging, and an elegant design.