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Gboard rolling out Google lens integration with Android and Image pasting in Clipboard

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Google has been active these days with many new updates and features being added to their products. In the same line, Gboard will also be adding a few more features to its list. The first feature would allow the users to add images in the clipboard, instead of just text. The feature was long-awaited and requested for the users and has finally been delivered. Also, Google Lens integration on Android is coming soon to the feature list.

Both the features are said to be released on the stable and beta versions of virtual keyboards. The support of copying images on the clipboards will be one of the most useful features for Gboard users. 

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No users can copy images and paste them on clipboards or any supported fields. However, the trickiest part lies in copying the image. While Google Chrome (v84) has started to support copying images on Android, you might not be seeing the option in other apps. But the option will be added to Android 11, and one can copy the images by simply tapping and holding them to select “Copy.” The only sad news to this is that the pasting facility is currently available in only 21 applications on Android which are AOSP messaging, WhatsApp, Facebook, Viber, Line, OK, WeChat, Messenger Lite, Snapchat, Motorola Messages, Google Messages, VK, Skype, IMO, Samsung Messages, Zalo, Google Docs, Twitter, Badoo, Hangouts, and Helo. 

It might work on Telegram as well for some users. When it comes to the Google Lens feature, Google has removed Google Search functionality in Gboard in favor of Google Lens. As per them, Google Lens usability is more practical in real-world scenarios. Both the updates have already been released and are available after updating the device to the latest version.

“Wearable AC” launched by Sony to beat the summer

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In some countries, summer can be really hot and going out in such weather is not less than sin. It is the reason why people like to stay indoors or outside in an environment with air conditioning. However, it is not possible to carry such heavyweight and electrical air conditioning everywhere. If you have ever wished for your AC to go around with you everywhere, Sony has heard you.

They have recently announced a new device called “Reon Pocket“, a wearable Air condition. They have launched it through “First Flight“, which is the company’s incubator-cum-crowdfunding platform. The device is meant to keep the users free of sweat in hot summers. The device is easy to fit in your palm and is portable in size.

You will have to keep it in a dedicated inner that you will have to wear inside to use the device. The inner is designed as a “V-neck” T-shirt, and it comes with a pocket to place the device right between the shoulders, on the back. The device can be used with the application installed on the smartphone.

The application will be available for both iOS and Android smartphones. The device will connect to the app using Bluetooth, and you can use the application to maintain the temperature inside. The device has been initially launched in Japan at the price of 13,000 yen (~$122) or Rs 9,107. However, based on the product’s success, it can be expected to launch in other countries as well.

Apple trying to integrate “Vein Detection” to Face ID

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Face ID is one of the most secure authentications as per Apple, and there is no way that anyone can bypass through the face scan unless it is the user. Ever since Apple launched the Face ID feature, they have been trying to update it with new features, bug fixes, and software updates to increase its effectiveness and security. Apple was a trendsetter when it comes to Face Unlock in smartphones. However, Apple still has the best FaceID security system in iPhones, almost impossible to breach. In a step to make it more secure, Apple is working on a tech that would integrate Vein detection and recognition along with the Face ID tech.

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There were cases where Apple Face ID failed in cases of twins. However, with the integration of Vein detection, it would take the veins on the face and its structure into consideration before allowing access. A recent patent was granted to Apple by US Patent and Trademark Office, where it is mentioned that they are researching the way to detect the veins inside the skin of a human face to make Face ID more secure for their future devices.

The system will detect the veins through the camera and create a 3D map of users’ veins using the sub-epidermal imagery techniques. The mapping can be done using the existing sensor on the phone, which is the IR sensor, and nothing additional needs to be added in the camera module.

Apple confirms that the future of security for smartphones is biometric locking, and with the ability to map veins on the face, it will be impossible to match the face, even in case of twins. The feature will be useful and further increase the privacy of the user data. The company has also filed a patent for a new dedicated UI for underwater iPhone usage or the crazy foldable iMac one.

A new 5 Million Sq Ft. EV Manufacturing Plant in Texas will be built by Tesla

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Tesla has been trying to expand its production ever since its demand for electric cars has increased many folds. Due to this, Tesla is now increasing its supply solution by opening massive plants to manufacture these cars and parts. In this, the company has confirmed that it will be opening another manufacturing plant in Texas, which is  5 million sq. Ft in the area. The announcement came from CEO Elon Musk at the recent second-quarter earnings meeting.

Elon Musk confirmed that a $65 million tax rebate deal by Travis County and a district school led to selecting Austin, Texas, as the final destination for setting up their plant. Elon Musk seemed excited about the decision and said, “It’s going to be right near Austin, five minutes from Austin International Airport and about 15 minutes from downtown Austin.” It is expected that the manufacturing plant will be used specifically for the upcoming Tesla Cybertruck, the Semi Truck, the popular Tesla Model 3, and even the Model Y. The best part about the deal is the employment opportunities that the plant will generate.

It is estimated that it will generate at least 5000 low skill jobs with at least $15 hourly wage for an employee. The CEO confirmed that after the plant has been constructed, it will be open to the public for various recreational opportunities as the land, according to Elon, is an “ecological paradise“. The plant is based on a location that is very close to the airport. Therefore, it will provide better transportation access to the company as well.

New iMac coming this week

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Many Apple users expected the company to launch a range of devices in the event later this year. However, it seems that we might see an additional launch this week. The expected device is the new iMac, which is expected to launch anytime this week. The iMac will be upgraded in hardware, but do not expect to see any changes in the system’s design. The outer chassis is going to remain the same as the previous generation. The details reveal that the new intel-powered iMac would be released now, as expected to be revealed in the  WWDC 2020 event.

It was also rumored that Apple might build its chipset and use them in the new iMac and Macbooks. However, since the company has not announced the hardware and chipset, they will continue to use the Intel chipset configuration. Also, an unannounced iMac with a 10-core Intel i9 CPU and Radeon Pro 5300 GPU appeared in Geekbench testing results earlier this month, which is expected to launch alongside the new iMac or later in coming days.

The launch date could be guessed this week as the leaked details for the new iMac are showing as “ready to ship“, which means that the product is ready to be sold in Apple stores. The details came from the Twitter account @L0vetodream, which seemed to be accurate.

The chassis will also remain the same for intel powered iMacs as it is expected that the new design will be brought in after the company starts using the Apple Silicon processors. It makes perfect sense as the new chipset, and the new design of the iMac will inspire the users to upgrade their old iMac. Lastly, there has been another rumor about the discontinuation of the Fusion Drive in favor of an iMac lineup that includes SSD storage across the board and Apple’s T2 security chip.

Instagram assures iOS users of not snooping on users camera

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As soon as iOS 14 was released, one thing was clear that the OS has a lot of new features that make sure that the user gets to know when the data or camera is being accessed by the application installed on their device. The new iOS added many privacy features that did not allow us to randomly use the camera of the device without the users knowing about it.

After this update, a lot of issues came with apps like LinkedIn, Reddit, and TikTok, which copied the content from the clipboard without letting the users know about it. Now the name of popular app Instagram has been added to the list, where users have observed that the indicator for camera remains “in use” when the users are just browsing the feed.

A similar issue was found last year with the parent company Facebook, where the users reported that the app opens the camera in the background, without the user’s permission. A simple fix as patched to resolve the issue by Facebook. As per Instagram, they have assured the users that they do not use any images or data from the camera while using Instagram. They are also already working on releasing a patch for the same that will fix the issue immediately. However, after the update to the iOS beta version, many questions have emerged on how the applications installed on our phone are using the data without the user’s permission.

The privacy updates in iOS are revealing a lot of information about such applications. It was earlier found that more than 50 iOS apps access clipboard data in the background, without letting the users know about it. It does pose a real threat to the user’s privacy and information as it is very difficult to know which apps are snooping on users’ data.

New Feature leaked for Samsung Galaxy Watch 3

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Samsung’s People eagerly await Samsung’s annual event on August 5 as it is going to be the launching ground for new Samsung devices. Among those,  Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is also expected to launch on the same day. The watch details have been leaked months before, and it was already expected that the watch could be placed along with the Galaxy S20 range of devices.

However, more information about the device has been leaked a week ahead of its official launch. As per the details, Samsung released the Galaxy Watch 3 Plugin app, which is said to have many features and provides information on what the watch will be able to do.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 will support hand gestures, something new that the company has to offer in this segment. According to Samsung, “the watch’s sensors are sensitive enough to detect hand movements reliably, which means you can answer calls by clenching and unclenching your fist”.

Also, the user can shake their hand to ignore any incoming call. The watch will also bring in a new feature that was added to the Apple Watch as well. In this feature, if your watch falls, it will continuously ring for 60 seconds, and if the user does not respond, it will send the location to emergency contact with a five-second sound recording. It is called the fall detection feature.

The new watch will also allow the user to take a screenshot by simply pressing both the watch’s keys together. Lastly, the company will be launching the smartwatch in nine different variants, which will start from $400, with the range going up to $600. The watch is also said to add a better sleep tracker and more features, that could be a part of the future software updates.

S-Pen capabilities of Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leaked

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The much-awaited event from Samsung on August 5 is highly expected, and everyone is waiting for the launch of new devices, especially the Galaxy S20 lineup. Before the official launch, several leaks and images of the device have given us a fair idea of how the phone can perform and what it will look like. However, it seems like more information is coming out for the device, and this time it is the S-Pen capabilities that have been leaked.

As per the details, the new generation of the S-Pen will be much more powerful and smarter than the previous generation. One of the highlighted features was using the S-Pen as a pointer by simply pressing the button on it.

Double pressing the button will allow you to shift between the laser and spotlight pointers, showcasing the power of the S-Pen in a much better way. Just like a normal pointer, you can also change the pointer speed as per your preference. The S-Pen button can also be used as a shutter for the camera app, where it can remotely click the photo from your phone.

However, these are not the only features that have been leaked; there is a lot more to come in the coming days, just before the launch. It is said that the S-Pen will have many more features that will be added through future software updates as well. In that case, the new S-Pen seems to be a great investment for users who will buy the devices.

Get ready for the Pokemon Go Fest 2020

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Pokemon is one of the most popular and one of the highest-earning franchises globally when it comes to animation and games. One of the most popular games in the franchise if Pokemon Go created a big hype with the launch globally and still has millions of users online every time. For all the Pokemon fans, the Pokemon Go fest 2020 will be beginning in the United States. One of the most interesting factors in the game is the Friendship hour, which is one of 5 rotating habitats that define Pokémon GO Fest 2020.

Friendship hour can yield one of the game’s most coveted items: rare candies, which can become candy for any Pokémon. However, any gift a player receives only needs to be open in the friendship hour, only then will they get any rewards in the game. If opened otherwise, it will be a waste of that gift as it does not provide any things worthwhile in the game. The entire game has been structured for each hour, and within that hour, the trainer or the player has to complete a certain challenge and make sure that they claim the bonus. When unlocked, the player can use the bonus for the remaining hour.

Also Read: Best Pokemon Fan Games List in 2020

Therefore, the player needs to make sure that all gifts are sent at the beginning of hours and wait to open it until the bonus is unlocked. Once done, open the gift for more surprises. The global event has already taken place in other cities like New Zealand and Australia, and the event will only be open for the ticket holders, so make sure to grab your ticket right now.

Dual Screen Windows Manager coming for Surface Duo

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Surface Duo is one of Microsoft’s most expected devices, which will be launched later this year. A lot of rumors and information has already been leaked before the release of the product. As per the new update, Microsoft is planning to add support for Google’s Jetpack Windows Manager to the Surface Duo, which would allow developers to code to a cross-device API, which would work as well on the Surface Duo as the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. Using these features, the developers will be able to two elements of the folding screen, display feature, and device state.

The display features API will let developers know about any disruptions in the continuous screen surface, such as folds, hinges, curved areas, or cutouts, and adapt their app layout to avoid these. It would help the developers detect the hinge state, which can be open, close, or partially open or closed. It will be very useful for app developers as well, as it would allow them to create new applications that can be universal. Microsoft has the choice of selecting Surface Duo SDK, which is ready for deployment or decides on a migration strategy to the Foldables Jetpack library provided by Google.

However, the Google library is currently in the Alpha stage and would require some time before it is fully prepared. If the company decides to use the Google Jetpack library, it will be a problem for all the app developers who are already using the Surface Duo SDK, but using Google’s platform will open a bigger product dimension.

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