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Android 11 isn’t a giant visual overhaul but does offer some new features for the operating system. Notably, Android 11 gives users better privacy controls, including one-time permissions. That’s a feature that has been available on iOS for some time, and is handy for those who want to take control of their digital privacy. … [Read more...] about Google launches Android 11, and it’s coming to more than just Pixel phones

“We sent the targeted users our standard government-backed attack warning and we referred this information to federal law enforcement,” a Google spokesperson said. “We encourage campaign staff to use extra protection for their work and personal emails, and we offer security resources such as our Advanced Protection Program and free security keys for qualifying campaigns.” … [Read more...] about Foreign hackers targeted Trump and Biden campaign Gmail accounts, Google says

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These flagship smartphones are affordable compared to the competition, too (given that Apple and Samsung are now releasing flagships in the $1,000-plus range), and Google also revealed two even more affordable midrange flagship alternatives — the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL — earlier in 2019. Google’s staggered smartphone release strategy means that we may see a new Pixel 4a and 4a XL next spring, but for now, the sub-$400 Pixel 3a is the one to buy if you want one of these devices on the cheap. Also, while deals on the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL might be scarce this early after their launch, the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are still worthy buys that can be had for deep discounts now. … [Read more...] about Best smartphone deals for September 2020: iPhone, Samsung, and Google Pixel

Six months is a significant amount of time to use any smartphone, but it’s not long in the life of an app store or mobile ecosystem, especially one that’s young. Huawei still needs time, but some of the new features which were looked at as important advancements in everyday usability — Petal Search and TomTom Go Navigation — have not lived up to expectations, underlining not only the difficulty Huawei faces with HMS, but also the amount of time it’s going to take for it to truly take on Apple and Google. … [Read more...] about Six months later, the Huawei App Gallery still can’t take on Google Play