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The Infinix Note 40 Pro+ Offers A Host Of Premium Features For $300

Infinix’s Note 40 Pro+ 5G brings a ton of premium features such as a 108MP camera with OIS, 100W Multi-Speed Charging, and an AMOLED display.
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The Galaxy Ring: Features & Rumored Launch Date

The Galaxy Ring, Samsung’s surprise announcement at Samsung Unpacked in January, will be unveiled fully at Samsung Unpacked in July.
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These Galaxy AI Features Coming To Older Samsung Phones

Samsung has made it clear that some of their awesome Galaxy AI features will be making it to older smartphones, but we just found out which features made the cut.
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I want the iPhone 16 to steal these 6 Galaxy S24 features

Samsung just launched the Galaxy S24 series with an impressive set of features. Here are a few that I wish Apple would copy for the iPhone 16.
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Samsung One UI 6.1 Update – Expected Release Date & Features

Get on board with the mobile AI hype train even further as Samsung rolls another quick update for its custom OS.
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New Apps And Navigation Features Are Coming To Android Auto

Google is bringing real-time battery status sharing to Android Auto and Google Maps, along with the Chrome browser and even Crunchyroll to keep the kids occupied.
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6 Features That Could Come To Google Bard in 2024

Google is working on a range of new features for its Bard AI product, including a paid tier.
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4 AI features I want in my next iPhone

Whether you love it or hate it, AI is here to stay, and even Apple is looking into it. Here are some AI features I would love to see on the iPhone.
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Tidal vs. Spotify: Which music streaming service has the features you need?

Spotify may be king of the streaming music world, but when it comes to audio quality, Tidal offers some big competition. Join us as we compare both platforms.
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These 6 AI features on Google’s Pixel 8 series will improve your photos, videos, and life experience

The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro are already up for pre-order from $ 699 and $ 999 respectively with the Tensor G3 chipset providing the grunt. There’s a lot going on under the hood in terms of software, thanks to Google leveraging its use of AI with its newest flagships, adding or improving a number of enhancements […]

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Google’s new Chromebook Plus standard sets the bar for premium features and performance

We’ve been hearing rumors of Google’s Chromebook Plus platform and today we have all the details of the new category of Chromebooks which aims to offer reliable performance, unmatched security, and premium features at a starting price of $ 399. We’ve got the details for you after the break. Chromebook Plus is basically Googles way of […]

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MS Paint just got two killer features for a ’90s graphics editor

After 38 years, Microsoft is updating its Paint App with support for image transparency and layers. For most of us, MS Paint brings waves of nostalgia and memories of spending hours trying to be Picasso. Back then, you had a pencil, brushes, a handful of colors and not much else. Now, it seems Microsoft is beefing up its app to make it more useful for slightly more advanced image editing. In a blog post, Dave Grochocki, Principal Product Manager for Windows Inbox Apps, announced the new features and "exciting" new possibilities.

"When you combine layers, transparency, and other tools in Paint, you can create exciting new images and artwork! For example, when combined with the new background removal feature, you can quickly create interesting layered compositions," Grochocki said.

To get started, you'll need to click on the new layer option in the toolbar and that will open a panel on the side of the canvas. From there, you can hide, duplicate, merge or delete layers — much like you can do in other, more robust photo editing software. As of right now, the update is only available to users who are signed up to receive Windows Insider software builds. The features are not currently available to all Windows users, but are likely to be rolled out soon.

While it isn't the most groundbreaking thing, people who are still using MS Paint will find these features useful. And it's likely Microsoft will continue to update its Paint app, since the company has made it clear: MS Paint is here to stay.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/ms-paint-just-got-two-killer-features-for-a-90s-graphics-editor-202341195.html?src=rss
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Starfield will add DLSS and other PC features missing at launch

Bethesda has updated Starfield with bug fixes while promising new features are on the way. The developer says features in the pipeline include native DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) support, an HDR calibration menu, a field of view slider and more.

Today’s update to version 1.7.29 is limited to stability fixes. Bethesda says it specifically targets Xbox Series X/S glitches and adds various performance improvements to reduce crashes and improve frame rates. In addition, it fixed several issues that could prevent players from finishing three quests (“All That Money Can Buy,” “Into the Unknown” and “Shadows in Neon”). “Our priority initially is making sure any top blocker bugs or stability issues are addressed and adding quality-of-life features that many are asking for,” the developer wrote in the update’s notes.

But the future Starfield additions Bethesda teased today are more likely to catch players’ attention. DLSS support on PCs will be a welcome addition, as the technology could boost resolution and improve stability for people with NVIDIA cards. (AMD’s gaming boss Frank Azor had already suggested last month that nothing is contractually stopping the developer from adding NVIDIA’s rival upscaling tool.) Various community mods can already implement unofficial DLSS support, but gamers will be pleased to know official support is coming.

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Bethesda says other features in development include brightness and contrast controls, an HDR calibration menu, a FOV slider and 32:9 ultra-wide monitor support for more immersive exploration. It even says it’s working on an eat button for in-game meals, and it may add better maps. Finally, Bethesda says it’s working on adding built-in cross-platform mod support for early 2024.

The developer stresses that it’s “working closely with” NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel on driver support and that future Starfield updates will all include stability improvements for individual hardware. That statement could be viewed as a response to a recent technical report from Digital Foundry saying the game had “disproportionately poor NVIDIA and Intel performance.”

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Get ready for the new NFL season with new features and payment plans for YouTube’s Sunday Ticket

As fans start gearing up for the new NFL season that starts in a few weeks YouTube announces a funch of new features and monthly payment plans to help you make the most of the Sunday Ticket subscription. New functions such as Multiview combinations, live chat, real-time highlights in YouTube shorts, plus the option of […]

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Samsung is bringing newer One UI features to older devices

If you have an older Samsung foldable phone, tablet or watch, you may soon see some new features trickling down from the latest devices. The company announced today that the One UI 5.1.1 update — Samsung’s latest custom UI sitting atop Android — will roll out soon, bringing enhancements from the Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5, Tab S9 series and Watch 6 series to pre-2023 gear. The features will support most of Samsung’s foldable phones and its recent tablets and smartwatches.

The One UI 5.1.1 update will support a long list of recent Samsung devices, but some may have to wait. It will roll out to Samsung’s stable of foldable phones, scheduled to reach the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4 “starting this month,” while the Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3, Z Fold 2 and Z Flip will receive it “sequentially” later. Tablet multitasking updates will arrive for the Galaxy Tab S8, Tab S8+, Tab S8 Ultra, Tab S7, Tab S7+, Tab S7 FE, Tab S6 Lite, Tab A8, Tab A7 Lite, Tab Active 3 and Tab Active 4 Pro. Finally, new smartwatch features will support the Galaxy Watch 5, Watch 5 Pro, Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic.

Samsung’s foldable phone updates in One UI 5.1.1 make it easier to show or hide the Flex Mode Panel (the controls appearing on the bottom half of the screen when the phone is semi-folded). “When folding your phone in Flex Mode, the panel’s icon will float up the screen, allowing you easy access,” the company wrote. “Enjoy a more personalized Flex Mode Panel experience by simply dragging and dropping the icon on the toolbar.” In addition, Samsung says the media play bar button (now including 10-second fast forward and rewind buttons) will be more prominent and simpler to find when the Flex Mode Panel activates. You’ll also be able to press down on the timeline to scrub through media more efficiently.

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Samsung is tweaking multitasking on recent tablets and foldables, making switching to multi-window from pop-up window modes easier by long-pressing the handle. It also adds two-handed drag and drop, which lets you hold your finger down on a document from one app, use your other hand to open something else and then drag the file onto it for sharing or storage. The company also says the Z Fold 4 and Tab S8’s taskbar will be faster and include more recent apps. “Now, the Taskbar enables lightning-fast task switching with access to up to four recent apps,” Samsung said.

On the smartwatch front, the company is adding sleep-tracking upgrades from the Galaxy Watch 6 to older wearables. The changes include “a more intuitive UI” with the additions of Sleep Score Factors, Sleep Consistency and Sleep Animal Symbols. Sleep Coaching will also be available on the watch without looking at your paired phone. The Galaxy Watch can also automatically adjust SmartThings home devices for a more rest-inducing ambiance at bedtime.

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Smartwatches will also receive fitness updates. The Watch 6’s Personalized Heart Rate Zone feature trickles down; it analyzes your physical abilities and “defines five optimal running intensity levels to help users set their own goals based on their ability — from burning fat to high intensity workout.” The Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 4 series will also add Irregular Heart Rhythm Notifications in the update, which could be a lifesaver for some.

Meanwhile, Track Run, which (as its name suggests) records your runs on a track, also makes its way from the Watch 6. The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro will have access to a GPX File Database for downloading map data to your watch. Finally, One UI 5.1.1. lets you control the Flip 4’s camera with a paired Galaxy Watch. A new quick-access button will let you use your watch as a remote shutter, and it also lets you switch camera modes and control zoom levels.

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Ford’s advanced BlueCruise driver assist features will only be available as a subscription

Ford announced today that it’s expanding the availability of its BlueCruise hands-free driving tech. Previously, customers had to decide whether to add the option on available models at purchase — and that decision was final. Now, the service will be installed as standard on all supported vehicles. In addition to enabling it at purchase, owners can add the service later or only activate it for months when needed (like for road trips).

You’ll still have the option of buying the feature at purchase and folding it into your financing. However, you can now also subscribe to access annually or monthly at any point after that. BlueCruise costs $ 2,100 at purchase (for three years), while annual subscriptions cost $ 800 and monthly subscriptions $ 75. Ford also offers a 90-day free trial if you choose not to set it up at purchase.

The automaker expects to install BlueCruise on 500,000 vehicles in North America for the 2024 model year. That’s a significant ramp-up since it’s currently only installed on less than half of that: 225,000, according to Ford.

The service’s changes will also apply to Lincolns. The 2024 Navigator and Nautilus lines and “select trims” of the Lincoln Corsair will come equipped with BlueCruise. The $ 800 annual and $ 75 monthly pricing is the same for Lincoln models.

Ford says the tech’s upcoming version, BlueCruise 1.3, will enhance performance when driving around curves and narrow lanes. The company says v1.3 lets you keep your hands off the wheel longer. “Based on our internal testing, BlueCruise 1.3 stayed engaged in hands-free mode for an average of 5X longer compared to BlueCruise 1.0, the first version of BlueCruise,” the automaker said. The 1.2 software, rolled out earlier this year, added hands-free lane changes, in-lane repositioning and predictive speed assist. The company is serious about AI-assisted driving: It created an automated-driving subsidiary earlier this year to push toward a more machine-driven future.

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How to make a Contact Poster — one of iOS 17’s coolest features

Contact Posters offer an engaging canvas to express creativity via otherwise mundane-looking contact cards. Here’s how to create them in iOS 17 on your iPhone.
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The vibey Honor 90 is official with a ton of premium features at a mid-range price

Honor is known for giving its mid-range handsets a ton of premium features at a reasonable price and the new Honor 90 follows that tradition. Packing in Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset (the Accelerated Edition), a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, a 200MP main camera and a price starting from £449 (~$ 575), the Honor 90 is […]

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Mobvoi’s TicWatch Pro 5 is getting a software update with new features and bug fixes

We’ve got Mobvoi’s new TicWatch Pro 5 in for review and it was immediately noticeable that it was the the new standard upon which all other Wear OS watches should be judged by. Terms such as speedy, fluid, slick, and excellent battery life aren’t the usual adjectives used when describing a Wear OS smartwatch, but […]

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Leaked promo video showcases the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra cover screen features and more

As we edge toward the official launch date for Motorola’s new Razr 40 Ultra (Razr 40+ in the US), an official promo video has appeared on the internet which shows the device, its cover display, and pretty much everything else you might want to see. Besides being the largest cover display on a clamshell smartphone, […]

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Pocket’s New Features Make It Easier to Discover and Organize Content

Pocket, the popular read-it-later app, has just released a new update with a number of new features that make it easier to discover and organize content. New Home Screen New Lists Feature Another big new feature in the update is the ability to create lists. Lists allow you to organize your saved content into categories […]

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12 iOS 16.4 features that are about to make your iPhone even better

Apple has released iOS 16.4! Here are some of the best new features that are coming to make your iPhone even better.
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12 iOS 16.4 features that are about to make your iPhone even better

Apple is set to release iOS 16.4 any day now. Here are some of the best new features that are coming to make your iPhone even better.
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Google just announced these 9 new features for your Android devices

During MWC 2023, Google just announced a slew of new features coming to Android phones and tablets starting today and later in the year.
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The Fitbit app is losing Challenges, Adventures, and Open Group features next month

We always knew that Google’s acquisition of Fitbit would result in certain synergies but it was hoped that the move would create a better experience for those with Fitbit devices rather than a diminished one. Sadly, it’s the latter proposition that is the present situation, with today’s announcement that the Fitbit app is losing three […]

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Tinder adds an incognito mode and more safety features

On Safer Internet Day (and with Valentine's Day fast approaching), Tinder is starting to roll out some new safety features and updates to some others. Users will now be able to take advantage of an incognito mode, which Tinder says is a "step up" from hiding your profile completely. Only folks that you Like will see you in their recommendations. That should give you more granular control over your visibility.

In addition, you can block profiles that pop up in your suggestions. So, that could mitigate some awkwardness if you spot an ex or someone else from your life, such as (shudder) a family member. This follows a feature that allows users to block others based on their phone number.

There's another new safety feature called long press reporting. If you receive an offensive message or unwanted picture, you can tap and hold to swiftly report it. Tinder says that it hopes this will encourage more people to report bad behavior so it can take action against users who are breaking the rules.

Meanwhile, Tinder has made some changes to features called "Are You Sure" (which asks folks to reconsider before sending a message with potentially harmful language) and "Does This Bother You," which encourages users to report inappropriate conversations. Tinder says the features will detect more language that it deems harmful or inappropriate, including hate speech as well as sexual harassment and exploitation. The company says that, since it added "Does This Bother You," it has received 46 percent more reports of messages containing harmful language.

Along with these updates, Tinder is rolling out a series of Healthy Dating Guides in collaboration with No More, a campaign to end domestic violence and sexual assault. The guides are designed to help users spot red flags and protect themselves at every stage of the relationship. Starting on February 8th, Tinder will also start running a campaign called Green Flags, which is about highlighting safety features and the steps people can take to safely date online.

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Google decouples some Android accessibility features from OS updates

Google has broken out some Android accessibility features into a separate app. Switch Access has graduated from the Android Accessibility Suite and it's now available through the Play Store. Offering Switch Access features via a separate app could allow Google to roll out more frequent updates instead of having to do so at the OS level. 

The move could also let Google offer Switch Access features on older devices too. The app is available on 2017's Android 8 (aka Android Oreo) and later. 

Switch Access enables users to operate their phone or tablet using means other than the touchscreen, as Android Police notes. They can use the front-facing camera to control the phone with face gestures or external devices such as a keyboard or buttons connected via USB or Bluetooth. The on-board volume buttons can be used to control other aspects of your phone too.

Users can set up one or more switches (i.e. the front-facing camera and/or other devices) through the app. They'll be able to define how the app scans their screen for actions they're able to carry out. The app can move between all items one at a time, scan a single row at a time or select a location on the screen using moving lines.

Switch Access can also assign groups of actions to different switches. Press the corresponding switch for the color around the action you want to access, then keep narrowing things down until you get to the correct element. As 9To5 Google points out, once you select an item, several interaction options will be available, such as select, scroll, copy and paste. A menu at the top of the screen provides access to system-wide settings, notifications, the home screen and a way to record shortcuts for frequent and more complex actions.

To get started with Switch Access, go to the titular menu in the device's accessibility settings. The Switch Access app is free to download from the Play Store too.

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The Realme 10 Pro Plus features a curved 120Hz AMOLED display and 108MP camera for under $400

It’s been something of a quiet second half to 2022 for Realme but after announcing the 4G-only Realme 10 back in November, the budget brand has now released its flagship Realme 10 Pro series. The Realme 10 Pro and Pro Plus feature 120Hz FHD+ displays, 108MP ProLight primary cameras, and run Realme UI 4.0 (Android […]

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The December Feature Drop is rolling out today with new features for Pixel devices

Today brings the release of December’s Feature Drop which brings a handy collection of functions to the Pixel Watch and handsets with the aim of making your life easier. Google says it’s the biggest feature drop yet and that the update will roll out to Pixels and the Pixel Watch from today. The Pixel Feature […]

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December’s Feature Drop adds a bunch of new features to Android phones

Google has posted the details on its latest Feature Drop which brings a host of new features including Reading Mode, more Emoji Kitchen options, additional styles for Google Photos, the ability to share your Digital Car Key, and a YouTube Search Widget. We’ve got the details for you after the break. Google TV Google has […]

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Soundcore’s latest earbuds steal some of Apple’s smartest features

Soundcore’s Liberty 4 noise-canceling wireless earbuds cost $ 100 less than the AirPods Pro, but they have many similar features, including spatial audio.
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Google is reportedly working on a smaller Pixel with flagship features

Just a few weeks from the official unveiling of the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro on October 6th comes a report suggesting that Google is working on a phone with a smaller footprint and flagship features. This is the first report of Google working on a smaller Pixel (Mini?) with high-end specifications, and it comes […]

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Google’s Nearby Share just copied one of Apple’s best features

Google unloaded a whole bag of new features for its ecosystem of devices, including new accessibility tools and a long-awaited Nearby Share upgrade.
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Acer’s all-new Chromebook Vero 514 features an eco-friendly design, 12th Gen Intel chips, and fast-charging

During it’s first every ‘Green Day’ event, Acer took the wraps off its new Chromebook Vero 514 which, apart from being powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel chips (up to i7), is made from a combination of recyclable and recycled materials. Packing in a 14-inch FHD touchscreen display, the Vero 514’s eco-friendly credentials are […]

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These are the Android 13 features you need to know about

Pixel owners wondering where their August update disappeared now have the gift of the official release of Android 13 rolling out to their handsets. This year’s major release is arriving a little earlier than Android 12 did in 2021 but it’s unlikely that Pixel owners are complaining. Android 13 comes with customizable third-party app icons […]

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Android is stealing one of the best iPhone features for wireless headphones

Ever wish you could have AirPods’ seamless device switching on Android? That’s finally becoming a reality.
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Transit app Moovit rolls out more personalized trip-planning features

Transit app Moovit is aiming to be more helpful when it comes to helping users get to their destination. Starting today, the app is rolling out more personalized trip-planning features in 3,500 cities across 112 countries to build on its existing route suggestions.

One of new functions is called Smart Cards. Intel-owned Moovit will populate travel suggestions on the home screen based on factors such as your location, the time of day and week, your previous activity and items you mark as favorites. For instance, if you’re out and about and you have your home set as a favorite destination, Moovit will automatically suggest the best transit options to get back there. On the flip side, if you have your work address saved, the app will offer transit suggestions for traveling there during weekday morning commute hours.

A “recent trips” card will display transit options for destinations you’ve searched within the last 30 days on the same day of the week and at around the same time. You’ll also get transit suggestions for a nearby stop that you’ve marked as a favorite and departure details for nearby stations. In addition, you’ll have the option to return to your last trip itinerary. You can swipe between all these cards, which will appear just below the search bar.

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Another of the three new features is called Smart Trips. You’ll be able to set your preferred transit options when you set up the app or through the preferences menu on the Suggested Routes screen. That should be useful for those who, for instance, prefer not to take the subway. While you can select transit options in Google Maps, it’s on a trip-by-trip basis. Being able to save preferred modes of transport should save Moovit users some time.

The last of the new features is Smart Returns. You can quickly select a trip back to the last location you departed from. You’ll be able to set a departure time for the return journey on the Itinerary screen and receive a notification with suggested routes when it’s time for you to get going.

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Apple previews new cutting-edge accessibility features

Apple has introduced new features for iPhone and Apple Watch that will better aid disabled users with navigation, communication, hearing, and more.
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Telegram founder confirms paid features are coming soon

Those unlockable Telegram features that showed up with the app's beta version in May will soon be available for paying users. Telegram founder Pavel Durov has confirmed that the app is launching a subscription plan called Telegram Premium sometime this month. While Durov didn't discuss the specific benefits that come with the plan, he said it will give paying users extra features, speed and resources, as well as first access to the app's latest offerings. 

Durov explained that a lot of people have been asking the service to raise the limits on its chats, media and file uploads. However, doing so for everyone would lead to massive traffic and server costs beyond what it could afford. Telegram apparently came to the conclusion that the only way it could give its "most demanding fans" more while keeping its existing features free is to offer those raised limits as a paid option. 

The service's founder has also assured users in his announcement that Telegram will still be releasing new free features despite having a paid tier. Further, even free users will be able to enjoy some of the Premium option's new futures, including being able to view larger-than-usual documents, media and stickers sent by paying members. A previous report by tech publication Beebom says Premium subscribers will have the capability to upload files up to 4GB in size and will enjoy up to twice a non-paying users' limits when it comes to the number of channels they can join, among other things. Beebom also says a Premium subscription will cost $ 5 a month, though we won't know for sure until the option launches.

Durov ended his announcement with:

"While our experiments with privacy-focused ads in public one-to-many channels have been more successful than we expected, I believe that Telegram should be funded primarily by its users, not advertisers. This way our users will always remain our main priority."

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Everything you need to know about Android 12 and how to make use of some Essential features

Google came out swinging at I/O 2021, and that’s especially apparent with Android 12. The latest version of the world’s most popular mobile operating system brings some pretty serious changes to your smartphone, and we’re here to keep you in the loop. Now that the Android 12 update is in full swing with OEMs such […]

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Google makes it easier to try Chrome’s experimental features

Test versions of Chrome sometimes pack experimental features, but you almost wouldn’t know it when you frequently have to enable obscure settings flags to use them. It might soon be much easier, however. Ghacks and Android Police have learned that Ch…
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Verizon Stream TV puts a customized spin on Android TV, but it’s lacking some major features

Verizon may not be making major acquisitions like AT&T and DirecTV, but that doesn’t mean they’re not trying to muscle into the streaming game. Today the carrier has announced Verizon Stream TV, a streaming device that seems pretty solid and not terribly expensive. Verizon Stream TV So what’s up with this new Android TV box? […]

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Amazon is shaking up the Echo family with new designs and more features

Amazon’s annual hardware event was this past week, and they showed off a few fancy new toys and redesigns to help further integrate Alexa into your life. The Echo lineup is getting revamped, and its digital assistant is smarter than ever. Let’s talk about what’s new. Amazon Echo 4th Gen Amazon Echo is probably the […]

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Android 11 TV released, along with privacy, performance improvements and new features

Android 11 TV is arriving on the Android TV platform, enabling many features showcased during Google’s #11weeksofsummer virtual event. The update to Android TV closely follows the release of Android 11 for phones and tablets. It includes the same core enhancements to performance and privacy, such as how the platform now supports allowing application permissions […]

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Android 11 is official and these are the features you can look forward to

The stable build of Android 11 has just begun rolling out to Pixel handsets via OTA and as we wait for OEMs to launch public betas of this newest version of Android, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. This is entirely understandable because the world’s most popular mobile OS has reached […]

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The Lenovo Tab P11 Pro is an affordable tablet with premium features and design

With Huawei’s ongoing issues with the US government, the premium end of the Android tablet segment has been decidedly Samsung dominated of late, with the Korean company’s new Galaxy Tab S7 series being the latest, and most expensive yet to go on sale. Luckily, Lenovo has decided to take another stab at the premium tablet […]

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Microsoft Launcher 6.2 released, containing new features and bug fixes including landscape mode

Microsoft Launcher 6.2 has been released, and the updated version includes several new features and a number of bug fixes to improve reliability and stability. We recently covered how the Microsoft Launcher received a major upgrade, and today’s update appears to be smaller but contains several useful new features. These include enabling landscape mode, a […]

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Mobvoi’s TicWatch GTX costs just $60 and is packed with features

While we wait for news on exactly when Mobvoi is launching the TicWatch Pro 3 that is powered by the new Snapdragon Wear 4100 platform, it has instead announced the affordable TicWatch GTX that costs just $ 60. Featuring fitness 24/7 health monitoring, IP68 ingress protection, and up to 10-days battery life, the TicWatch GTX is […]

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Dropbox gets updated with new features and a password manager: here’s what changed

Dropbox has announced a pretty substantial upgrade to its services and apps on mobile. This comes at a time when cloud storage is hyper competitive and Dropbox has backed off of being the most competitive option on the market, despite its early entry into the space. But if you’re looking for the most fully featured […]

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OnStar now offers its safety features through a phone app

You no longer need to be in your car to use OnStar’s safety features. GM just launched an app for Android and iOS, Guardian, that brings OnStar to phones for the first time. So long as you have an active OnStar plan, as many as eight people can use t…
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