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Samsung releases first official Android 12 teaser, confirms Beta is coming in September

Google is set to release Android 12’s stable build on Pixel phones sometime soon, but it seems Samsung will be closer than ever in starting its beta program. According to a new teaser, Samsung will release its first Android 12 build in September.

Posted to the company’s community forums today, Samsung has officially confirmed that its Android 12 Beta release is right around the corner. This is the roughly same teaser that was published and quickly deleted earlier this month but with just a bit of additional information.

Read More at 9to5Google

Windows 11 Arrives in October Without its Most Exciting Feature

Microsoft will begin its Windows 11 rollout on October 5th, ushering in a new generation of computing (for compatible PCs, at least). But one of Windows 11’s most exciting features, Android app support, won’t ship with the new operating system. In fact, Android app support and the integrated Amazon Appstore may not arrive until sometime in 2022.

Read More at Review geek

The next Apple Watch may be delayed due to manufacturing issues

The next Apple Watch is experiencing manufacturing issues that could lead to the product being released later than expected, according to separate reports from Nikkei and Bloomberg. The potential delay is reportedly due to complexities in the smartwatch’s new design, which is rumored to include flat sides and bigger screens.

Read More at The Verge

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 news, price, leaks and everything we know so far

The Microsoft Surface Duo was an unusual smartphone with a dual-screen design that’s unlike almost anything else out there. That was both a blessing and a curse, helping it stand out, but ensuring it would be a niche device.

Now there are signs of a Microsoft Surface Duo 2 on the horizon, and it looks set to keep the same core selling points as the original Surface Duo, while fixing some of its issues, with a better chipset and camera likely, among other things.

Read More at Techradar

Leaked user manual suggests Samsung Galaxy S21 FE won’t ship with a charger

Samsung is soon expected to unveil the Galaxy S21 FE to challenge the best Android phones in the highly competitive value flagship segment. Ahead of the phone’s launch, the folks at SamMobile have managed to get their hands on its user manual.

While the user manual doesn’t mention the core specs of the phone, it does confirm a few key features. Like its predecessor, the Galaxy S21 FE will have an IP68 rating, which means it can stay submerged in fresh water up to 1.5 meters deep for up to 30 minutes.

Read More at Android Central

Upcoming Fossil Gen 6 swartwatch won’t run Wear OS 3 until 2022

Fossil this week unveiled its next-generation smartwatch lineup, called the Fossil Gen 6. While fans were excited for the launch, the company revealed that the much-anticipated Fossil Gen 6 will be launched with Wear OS 2 rather than the new Wear OS 3 seen on the latest Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic and Watch 4. This is a surprising and disappointing revelation about the new hardware. 

Users eager for the OS 3 update will have to wait till 2022, when it will be available after a full factory rese is performed, which is something we haven’t typically seen required for an OS update. The Gen 6 will also be one of the first devices to have the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 Plus Platform, unlike the new Galaxy Watches, which use the Exynos W920 processor. The company says the new chipset will offer a 30% performance boost compared to Gen 5 devices and more efficient power consumption. 

Read More at Digital Trends

Chrome beta makes it easy to jump between search results

Google is announcing some new experiments available in the latest Chrome beta intended to make it easier to find things on the web and share interesting text. If you want to jump onto the Chrome beta to give these features a shot, download it here for your computer or here for your Android device. (Though as with all betas, exercise caution, as things may not work perfectly.) And I’m going to mention enabling flags throughout — to do so, enter chrome://flags into your address bar, which is where you can turn on Chrome’s many available experiments.

One cool new experiment in Chrome on Android lets you see some search results under the address bar after you’ve already navigated to a page.

Read More at The Verge

Dell teases new PCs running Windows 11 and outlines upgrades for existing hardware

Following Microsoft announcing October 5, 2021 as an official release date for Windows 11, Dell shared details regarding its PCs updating to the new operating system. After October 5, 2021, most PCs sold on Dell’s website will run Windows 11. Additionally, many PCs that can be purchased right now will be able to upgrade to the new OS when it launches.

The minimum requirements of Windows 11 have caused some confusion and frustration. If you’re on the hunt for a new PC or want to make sure if your current Dell PC will be able to upgrade, Dell’s here to help you out.

Dell specifically highlights that the Dell XPS 13, Alienware x15, and Alienware x17 will be able to upgrade to Windows 11, but many other PCs from Dell will have the option to update this fall. The company has a complete eligibility list of all of its PCs. The list includes business devices like the Latitude lineup, Ultrabooks like the XPS 15, and some of the best gaming desktops such as the Alienware Aurora range of PCs.

Read More at Windows Central

This meeting should have been an email, and now Google Calendar can prove it to you

No one likes meetings, but they’re a necessary part of most jobs. Whether you’re gathering in a board room or just dialing into a Zoom call, Google Calendar makes it easy to ensure everyone is on the same schedule. If you’ve been curious whether those endless strings of meetings really do take up your entire workday, a new update to Calendar makes it easy to manage and review exactly how your time is spent.

Google’s new “Time Insights” mode is designed to help Workspace users view their daily routines, explicitly inspired by the switch to remote working over the last year and a half. With this feature, you can view a complete breakdown of your schedule, including working hours, time spent in meetings, and the number of people you spend most of your day around.

Read More at Android Police

Jabra Launches $80 Elite 3 Earbuds and Teases Two Premium Models

Jabra is best known for bulky, high-end earbuds, but the company is spreading its wings with the release of three new products. Available today, the $80 Jabra Elite 3 packs a ton of premium features for an affordable price. And coming October 1st, the Jabra Elite 7 Pro and Elite 7 Active buds finally bring slim form-factors to the Jabra catalog, plus some killer new sound technology.

If you need an affordable pair of earbuds for the gym, the Jabra Elite 3 look like a fantastic option. They sport an IP55 water and dust resistance rating, plus a 7-hour play time or 28-hour total battery life with the charging case. Powerful 6mm drivers with aptX support offer “exceptional” sound quality despite the $80 price tag, and you can dial in sound using the Jabra Sound+ app on your phone.

Read More at Review Geek