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It’s been too long since Apple updated the iPhone selfie camera with a 12MP sensor. Since then, the company’s only improvements were software-related, with Photonic Engine and updates to Smart HDR.
While the iPhone 16 will be the first to bring an Apple Intelligence approach, only the iPhone 17 models will add the selfie camera upgrades users have long been waiting for. According to Haitong Securities analyst Jeff Pu, the 2025 iPhone 17 models will get a 24MP sensor with six plastic lens elements.
In comparison, the current iPhone 15 lineup has a 12MP front camera with five plastic lens elements. That...

Rumor claims iPhone 17 will get an upgrade we’ve been waiting 5 years for

I will get a Pixel 9 Pro because Google left me no other choice. October 2017: Google announced the Pixel 2 XL, and I spent a couple of days jumping through hoops trying to order the phone’s panda version to ship to Lebanon. My first few orders didn’t go through because the Google Store was refusing my Lebanese credit card, so I switched to Amazon, got the black version since the panda one was out of stock, and shipped the phone to my US forwarding address. Then, on top of the local US taxes, I paid the shipping and import fees to forward the phone to Lebanon and register it on my local network.

This is the Pixel prison: I can check out any time, but I can never leave

Android is a remarkably powerful, innovative mobile operating system that frequently leapfrogs Apple’s iOS in new technology support. That state-of-the-art functionality makes for a complex, sprawling operating system. At the surface level, the interface is simple enough for casual users who just want to text, make calls, and use Android apps, but hidden a layer or two deep in the interface are power-user-friendly settings and tools. You just need to know where to look.

24 Android Tips and Tricks for Getting the Most From Your Phone

It seems Apple is trying to shoehorn the “Air” concept into the iPhone portfolio, and it may not necessarily turn out to be a wallet destroyer. According to Bloomberg, the “far thinner” iPhone 17 model planned for 2025 will sit between the entry-point iPhone 17 and the more expensive Pro models.

The iPhone Air may be Apple’s most important new iPhone in years

Apple is expected to start the public rollout of iOS 17.6 soon. While the update isn’t expected to bring many new features, it might still introduce some important changes that you should know about. The fourth beta of iOS 17.6 was released to public testers a day after the...

Four iOS 17.6 features & changes for iPhone you need to know

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Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

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A FURIOUS Walmart shopper has hit out at the retailer, claiming their checkout process is disorganized and inefficient. The chain's reliance on self-checkout in several stores across the US has been a source of controversy for many. Shoppers have flooded to social media to complain about understaffed stores and long...

‘Just walked out’ fumes Walmart shopper who left cart with $130 of groceries after store had 19 unmanned registers

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She's definitely not a daddy’s girl!On Monday, August 5, the trans daughter of Elon Musk, Vivian Jenna Wilson, came after her father on Threads after he dissed her decision to transition from male to female.“You are not a family man, you are a serial adulterer who won’t stop f------ lying about your own children,” the 20-year-old said of the SpaceX founder, who shares the youngster with first wife Justine Wilson.In addition to Vivian and her twin, Griffin, Elon shares 12 children with three different women, including three kids with musician Grimes.Aside from having several baby mamas, Musk was accused of...

Feud Escalates: Elon Musk's Trans Daughter Vivian Bashes Dad for Being a 'Serial Adulterer' Who Is 'Not a Family Man'

HTC One (M8) Android phones have come a long way since the T-Mobile G1 (HTC Dream) from 2008. Today, they're available in almost all shapes and sizes. After reviewing and using various Android phones for several years, I can confidently say these are my all-time favorites. 1 HTC Google Nexus...

I Review Android Phones for a Living: Here Are My 6 Favorites of All Time

Samsung recently rolled out One UI 6.1.1, the latest version of its in-house user interface, for the new Galaxy Z Fold6 and Flip6 foldable phones. As it turns out, there's a new feature that was recently discovered, but not officially mentioned, by Samsung, and it should make it easier for owners of those phones to stream apps to Windows PCs.

Samsung's latest One UI update should make streaming phone apps to Windows PCs easier

You had a late night. You remember tossing your phone on the charger when you got in, but it looks like you didn't. Your iPhone battery is holding on for dear life at 1%, and you've got to be at work in just under 30 minutes. What do you do?

How to Quickly Charge Your iPhone and Get to 100% Faster

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Apple Maps has been a homegrown alternative to Google Maps on Apple devices for more than a decade, but when a web browser is all that’s at your disposal, Google still reigns supreme. That changes from today, with Apple launching a version of Apple Maps directly from the web...

Apple Maps finally arrives on the web

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People report feeling overwhelmed when tasked with Decluttering. Whether it's the lack of time, dealing with chronic illness, or managing ADHD, these obstacles can seem impossible. Today, we're going to make your decluttering process simpler by using the guide How To Overcome Common Obstacles To Decluttering.

How To Overcome Common Obstacles To Decluttering

Apple has been putting a lot of effort into helping iPhone users prevent premature battery wear -- an issue that's plagued the iPhone for years. One of the main ways that Apple has addressed this is with overcharging prevention. Lithium-ion batteries can suffer from overcharging, which can lead to the production of metallic lithium inside the cell, posing a fire hazard. Limiting the charge to 80% significantly reduces the risk of battery damage through overcharging.

How iOS 18 changes the way you charge your iPhone

The iPhone 16 is about a month away, and if you’re looking for a new iPhone, you should start figuring out which of the four models is the best choice for you. I’ll remind you that you should absolutely get an iPhone 16 variant if you want to take advantage of the Apple Intelligence features coming via an iOS 18.1 upgrade later this year. That makes the iPhone 16 series unique.
None of the old iPhones that Apple will continue to sell after the iPhone 16 launch event will support Apple Intelligence. The iPhone 15 Pros will be discontinued, and they...

Why you might want to skip the iPhone 16 and get next year’s iPhone SE 4 instead

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Apple is reportedly planning a thinner model in the iPhone 17 lineup, and it's exactly what it needs to convince people to upgrade.

Apple's rumored iPhone 'Air' sounds like a smart idea

If you buy through a BGR link, we may earn an affiliate commission, helping support our expert product labs. The iPhone 16 is about a month away, as Apple routinely launches its newest iPhone in mid-September. A new report from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says that Apple isn’t likely to delay the latest iPhone models so they can run Apple Intelligence out of the box.

Here’s when the iPhone 16 will ship to your door

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One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

Apple releases new updates for its software platforms every year, and the highlight of 2024 is Apple Intelligence. Apple’s suite of AI features is now available for beta users. But when will Apple Intelligence release for the public? Here’s when to expect AI to arrive on your iPhone.

Apple Intelligence release date: Here’s when to expect AI on your iPhone

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid off in July 2013. He still draws several cartoons a week and distributes them through his own syndicate. Through Heller Syndication, his cartoons regularly appear in more than 400 newspapers, making him the most successful self-syndicated editorial cartoonist in the nation. His cartoons are reprinted many times in USA Today, Denver Post, St. Paul Pioneer Press, The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Newsweek Japan, The Week and The Washington Post. Joe’s cartoons have won numerous distinctions, including 10 Best of Gannett awards, eight Milwaukee Press Club awards and two Honorable mentions for the John Fischetti Award. He lives in Green Bay with his wife, Pamela. He is a regular featured cartoonist for the NKyTribune .

Joe Heller: Cartoonist views Olympics, court limits, last supper, eye-for-eye, orange/black

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iPhone 16 fear prompts Google to move up Pixel phone launch

Despite debuting its “copied from Apple” Pixel phones eight years ago, according to Statista Consumer Insights, Google remains a niche player in the smartphone market to...

iPhone 16 fear prompts Google to move up Pixel phone launch

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