Techno Buffet Podcast: Recent Episodes
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As the last episode comes to a close, we ponder what’s next. Stay subscribed. Walmart has a new pro-tier Google TV model in the works Google Officially Launches its “Find My Device” Feature for Android 5 ways to use the new Find My Device on Android Android’s Bluetooth trackers are finally shipping in late May Android’s upgraded Find… Read More »Source
Next week will be the last regular episode of the podcast, after nearly 14 years of regular uploads. Home Assistant 2024.04 Android 15 could hide your location from carriers on command Google confirms when Apple will bring RCS to iPhones What I learned when I replaced my cheap Pi 5 PC with a no-name Amazon mini desktop NYC’s… Read More »Source
Here’s what Android version our readers currently have installed Send voice messages in Google Chat Vinyl records outsell CDs for the second year running UGREEN launches Kickstarter campaign for the NASync line of network-attached-storage systems with 12th-gen Intel chips Android 15 DP2 continues to build on physical keyboard support Samsung has finally adopted Android’s Seamless Updates after… Read More »Source
The current appointment slots feature in Google Calendar will be replaced by appointment schedules in July 2024 Pine64’s PineVox smart speaker is a hacker-friendly smart speaker with a microphone kill switch (under development) The YouTube app on your Roku or Chromecast just got a big upgrade Google Home for web finally adds camera history and clip downloads… Read More »Source
Roku hackers breach 15,000 accounts and are selling them online Banana Pi’s $31 BPI-WiFi 6 router runs a fork of OpenWrt Google TV needs to get better, and it needs to do it now Google Contacts cleans up contact info with new ‘Connected apps’ section Airbnb bans creepy surveillance cameras inside rentals starting April 30 Google Phone… Read More »Source
2024.3: Drag ‘n Drop it like it’s hot! 🎉 Linux market share passes 4% for first time; macOS dominance declines How caregivers are using smart tech to help aging parents Migrate email data from one Google Workspace account to another, available in open beta 1Password extends passkey support to Android Embracing Android 14: Meta’s Early Adoption Empowered… Read More »Source
Google Maps is finally making glanceable directions widely available 6 Android experiences to see at MWC Barcelona 9 new Android features to help you stay productive Chromecast with Google TV update rolling out: Fast Pair, Audio output switcher Sony claims to offer subs “appropriate value” for deleting digital libraries ATSC 3.0 Nextgen OTA TV Makes Changes to… Read More »Source
Disney Blu-Rays and DVDs Aren’t Dead: Sony Will Take Over Production Tubi, Pluto TV, & The Roku Channel Are Some of The Most Watched Streaming Services In January 2024 As Free Streaming Grows Android may eventually be able to protect your two-factor authentication codes Walmart officially buying Vizio for $2.3 billion with focus on SmartCast software “So… Read More »Source
A Googler just spilled the beans on Android 15’s release date Prime Video cuts Dolby Vision, Atmos support from ad tier—and didn’t tell subs I was wrong to ignore Zigbee and Z-Wave. They’re the best part of my smart home. Your Galaxy Watch is now FDA approved to detect sleep apnea https://www.androidpolice.com/android-could-soon-work-better-with-smart-locks/ Android Auto gains MyRadar to… Read More »Source
Microsoft Edge for Android is getting support for extensions ‘Google’ preferences redesign in Android Settings rolling out [U] Google Search ‘cached’ link is officially dead YouTube Premium announces 100 million subscribers Mozilla targets scummy data brokers with Monitor Plus removal service Introducing Mozilla Monitor Plus, a new tool to automatically remove your personal information from data broker… Read More »Source
Google partners on passkey upgrades, dropping Pixel exclusivity in the future Google Chrome is making it easier to unsubscribe from website notifications on Android Fossil Wear OS watches are dead, and it’s Google’s fault Cable TV Revenues Expected To Shrink $30 Billion by 2027 As Cord Cutting Grows Prompt users to update to your latest app version Exclusive:… Read More »Source
Haier Europe Eases Off On Legal Threat And Seeks Dialogue Zigbee Home is an ESPHome-like firmware project for Zigbee devices Inventor of NTP protocol that keeps time on billions of devices dies at age 85 Plex Will Let You Rent and Buy Movies and TV Shows Starting Next Month FCC Proposes New Rules to Protect Consumers Against Cable… Read More »Source
Chrome for Android will soon accept one-time permissions on websites Google Chrome is getting a new Incognito mode disclaimer amid lawsuit settlement Google Maps for Android now supports Bluetooth beacons for tunnel navigation This new exploit shows why Google Pixels need an auto-reboot option Gmail’s unsubscribe button is rolling out on Android Joyce Randolph, Last of the… Read More »Source
Tracy Tormé, ‘Sliders’ Co-Creator and ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ Writer, Dies at 64 What’s new with Android for cars at CES What we announced at CES 2024 Google Announces Chromecast Fast Pair & Chromecast For TikTok Amazon, Pluto TV, Sling TV, & More Team Up on a New Open Casting Standard to Take on AirPlay &… Read More »Source
More People Are Cancelling Their Subscriptions to Streaming Services Like Disney+, Max, and Paramount+ Wi-Fi 7 ( 802.11be): The new wireless network standard explained Survey Finds 30% of Cable TV Subscribers Plan to Cut the Cord Next Year Ode to Pixel Recorder Recapping Pixel software and Feature Drops in 2023 Google will settle in lawsuit over tracking… Read More »Source
Stories Amazon Prime Video starts showing ads in January unless you pay $2.99/month extra Google Pixel 2023 Year in Review: Fixing old mistakes & dealing with growing pains The 5 Android apps I wish I could bring back to life Sideloading is coming to iOS in 2024 — what does it mean for Android? This is the Pixel… Read More »Source
Here’s how Android app sideloading & third-party billing will change following settlement On this day in 1994, Netscape Navigator 1.0 started the web we know today Gmail adds more prominent ‘Unsubscribe’ button on the web Pixel Recorder adds cloud-powered ‘Transcribe again’ Google Keep will become an Android 14 notes app with lock screen & stylus support Google… Read More »Source
Nestbox hands-on: Run real Linux virtual machines on your Google Pixel phone Files by Google is getting Drive’s new document scanner Discord launches redesigned app on Android and iOS Gmail spam detection has received its ‘largest defense upgrades in recent years’ This Free App Will Totally Change How You Use Your Google TV FTC Wants to Make… Read More »Source
Black Friday and Cyber Monday IKEA’s new lineup of smart home sensors work with Google Home, and they’re cheap Google Chrome and Calendar are about to drop support for older Android devices Google Drive seems to have lost some user data, reports say Amazon turns Fire TV Cube into thin clients for business customers – Liliputing Google… Read More »Source
YouTube says it’s not slowing down Firefox — just ad blockers Google Chrome will limit ad blockers starting June 2024 Infocom’s ingenious code-porting tools for Zork and other games have been found YouTube loading slower for some users on Firefox, may be related to ad blockers [U] Google Home adds search bar for devices on your Wi-Fi… Read More »Source
Google Messages could soon get true multi-device support PowerPoint co-creator Dennis Austin is dead at 76 Amazon’s in-garage delivery may soon cost extra for non-Amazon Day deliveries Chrome gets a fresh look and new features for its 15th birthday 5+ Sweet New Features Arrive in September Android Feature Drop Unifi Network Controller Source
Home Assistant 2023.9 Here’s the Sweet New Android Logo and Robot 5+ Sweet New Features Arrive in September Android Feature Drop Google gives the Android brand some TLC with a visual makeover and updated logo Local ABC, CBS, FOX, & NBC Owners Demand The FCC Reclassify YouTube TV, Fubo, DIRECTV STREAM, & More As Cable TV Companies Microsoft… Read More »Source
Google Home automation just got more powerful The EU’s Digital Services Act is now in effect: here’s what that means Cherry is overhauling its classic mechanical keyboard switches Fi Wireless opts customers in to sharing ‘CPNI’ for Google offers Even if Android is ready for eSIM tech your carrier probably isn’t Why are You an Android Insta-Updater?… Read More » Source
Latest Android Runtime (ART) update led to apps starting 30% faster This is how Android’s eSIM transfer feature will work Google wants to reduce hearing loss with Android 14’s latest safety feature WhatsApp is launching ‘HD’ photos across Android, iOS, more, will also come to videos Outdated Wear OS Watches Losing Assistant Towards HTTPS by default Source
The Biden administration urges the Supreme Court to take up content moderation cases Google Photos Gets 5 Sweet New Memories Features ISPs complain that listing every fee is too hard, urge FCC to scrap new rule Requiring ink to scan a document—yet another insult from the printer industry The IBM PC came out 42 years ago today Google… Read More » Source
Protect your business with Zero Trust security on Android Google’s $5 billion lawsuit over Chrome incognito mode tracking complaints inches toward trial [U] Rest in peace Bram Moolenaar, author of Vim and hero of many developers Facebook/Meta Messenger dropping SMS support in September Court dismisses state AG claims about Google Search https://community.home-assistant.io/t/psa-mqtt-name-changes-in-2023-8/598099 Shortwave, an Email App Once… Read More » Source
Wear OS is getting an official Audible app Ubuntu Touch 20.04 OTA-2 brings support for more smartphones Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants to build a new agency to police Big Tech New At a Glance widget will let you customize the design [Gallery] Meta, Microsoft, and Amazon have launched their open-source mapping project Introducing a new Play Store for… Read More » Source
Google is ending support for Android 4.4 KitKat RIP, Bird: Twitter is Now X Jury orders Google to pay $339M for patent-infringing Chromecast Samsung Galaxy devices can now screen mirror to Chromecast devices How my smart home almost saved my vacation How to automatically delete 2FA texts from Android phones Google rolls out ‘Home Panel’ to more… Read More » Source
Bay Area Drivers – Automatic Tickets The past, present and future of authentication Android Auto update leaves Google Maps running when you get out of the car Reddit nukes everyone’s pre-2023 chats and messages YouTube’s new volume normalizer could be a blessing for your ears Android 14 will warn you when trying to sideload updates for some… Read More » Source
Google could turn to crowdsourcing for more precise weather data An interesting look back at why Google Reader was killed 10 years ago TicWatch Pro 3 and TicWatch E3 owners can now apply to test Wear OS 3 YouTube Premium now lets you earn badges Source
Stitcher podcast app is shutting down in August after 15 years Google Wallet adding QR code card payments for NFC-less phones Android is changing its brand identity once again Android could soon let you move calls between your phone and tablet seamlessly Some Pixel owners are experiencing faster battery drain after June update You can now get… Read More » Source
Android Auto’s latest string of updates is causing connection problems Google rolls out passkey support for Workspace and Cloud accounts From Google Home to WhatsApp, Wear OS apps have come a long way Android 13 now on 15% of active devices, Android 11 still in top spot Google Wallet supports adding any barcode or QR code manually,… Read More » Source
Google officially stops updating 1st-gen Chromecast from 2013 New Google Weather looks to be a standalone app, integrate with Google Clock WhatsApp beta brings screen sharing and updated navigation bar to Android Comcast reveals Now TV, a cable-lite streaming package for $20 a month 11 Android 13 settings you should change immediately Google Home 3.1 rolling out… Read More »Source
Montana bans Telegram, WeChat, and Temu from government devices Here’s the real reason third-party camera apps are so bad on Android Comment: YouTube Premium needs a more affordable option as ads keep getting worse Android 14’s new drag-and-drop feature can be a multitasker’s dream Google will disable third-party cookies for some Chrome users in early 2024 Matter 1.1… Read More »
Nova Launcher devs embrace community with first State of Nova virtual event Google will soon let Pixel phones double as dashcams Google Pixel owners are seemingly more likely to switch brands, and it’s not hard to see why Android TV Gets That Sweet Live TV Tab Goodness 1Password is launching passkey management next month Pixel 6 and… Read More »
I/O 2023 What’s new with Android for Cars: I/O 2023 I/O 2023: What’s new in Google Play What’s new in Android Health Google’s new ‘Immersive View for routes’ basically turns Maps into a video game New apps, features and updates coming to Wear OS What’s new in the Android ecosystem How Android keeps you and your devices… Read More »
Home Assistant 2023.5 Google Chrome to retire the lock icon for HTTPS sites, introduce new icon for tuning site settings Google TV update rolling out with performance boost, frees up storage with app hibernation YouTube for Android TV adds smoother in-video info pane animations Google and Apple Team Up to Stop Unwanted Tracking of People WhatsApp adds… Read More »Source
Google Authenticator finally, mercifully adds account syncing for two-factor codes Google brings Matter support to its Nest Thermostat Proton Pass is the newest password manager on the block, from the team behind Proton Mail New Google Assistant update makes it much less annoying Two months after its launch, Jack Dorsey’s Twitter alternative comes to Android Major communication… Read More »
Google ends updates and effectively kills 3rd-party Assistant Smart Displays Google Home app improves support for curtains, heaters, appliances, more A look at how we’re building more sustainable hardware The Google Now Launcher is fully shutting down 10 years later Sid Meiers Railroads Now Available for Android Want to Delete App Account Data? New Android Rules Will… Read More »
It’s Time for DROID Amazon to flag ‘frequently returned’ products you maybe shouldn’t buy Amazon opens up its Sidewalk Network to all – Stacey on IoT | Internet of Things news and analysis Pixel’s Adaptive Charging feature no longer relies on alarms to get morning top-ups right Gordon Moore, Intel co-founder and creator of Moore’s Law, has… Read More »Source
Google Contacts will soon offer to notify you when it’s someone’s birthday Google could bring its Photos Unblur AI magic to videos Belkin is giving up on smart home standard Matter Android TV rolls out user profiles, but there’s a caveat Android’s new Reading Mode: How to install and use the simple text feature T-Mobile will acquire Mint… Read More »
Sonoff iHost is coming soon: local server to partly solve connection issues YouTube’s annoying overlay ads will end next month Ring is ruining its products with this huge policy change Let’s go. It’s Google I/O 2023 Why the floppy disk just won’t die Chromebooks can auto-run PWAs at login in the future Ring is now locking some features… Read More »
2023.3: Dialogs! Android is adding support for eSIM transfer between devices Connecting all things Android at MWC Barcelona Google’s celebrating an early spring with new Android and Wear OS features Google TV update saves you from constantly jumping between apps Mozilla: Google Play Store’s fancy data safety labels are essentially worthless Android Auto briefly takes some smart Maps… Read More »
A Tribute to the State of New Jersey, and apology to our friend murph for impugning it. Skee-ball, the drive-in movie, and condensed soup were invented…as well as the submarine and first American steam locomotive President Grover Cleveland, the only president to serve two non-consecutive terms…was from New Jersey. James Garfield chose to die in New Jersey,… Read More »Source
Mozilla Firefox picks up one of Android 13’s nicest features Google’s Gboard Gets a Major Toolbar Upgrade Android 14 may integrate Google Play’s data safety section to show you why apps need location access Android 14 adds new features to make third-party app stores work even better Android 14 lays further groundwork to kill physical SIMs Wear… Read More »Source
The first developer preview of Android 14 Google Maps New Glanceable Directions are Amazing Android Auto now has a full weather app with ‘WeatherRadar’ [Video] Android TV 13 has finally, actually launched Here’s what’s in the now available Chrome 110 Release Android 14 may allow some phones to be used as webcams YouTube adds ‘Go Live Together’… Read More »Source
2023.2: How can I Assist? NBC Peacock’s free accounts are no longer available to new users Walmart’s ultra-cheap Android TV streaming box is getting a sequel that should arrive soon Anker finally comes clean about its Eufy security cameras Google Fi seemingly affected by latest T-Mobile data breach, no personal data leaked Mozilla’s Pocket app makeover wants to… Read More »
The DOJ sues Google for ad dominance, wants to break company up Google Clock 7.4 updates timer UI and tests buttons for ending alarms Want to help others? Leave your AI at the door 8 Google Photos alternatives you’ll want to install on your phone today Android could be picking up some new tools for approximating Bluetooth device… Read More »Source
Android 13 is running on 5.2% of all devices five months after launch Google plans AirTag clone, will track devices with 3 billion Android phones Google Translate now supports 33 new languages offline Android Auto redesign rolling out draggable seek bar in music apps Google helps devs bring new Android features to older phones Google Meet will soon let… Read More »Source
Home Assistant 2023.1 Lenovo Smart Paper is an Android-powered e-ink tablet similar to Kindle Scribe Motorola ThinkPhone builds on Lenovo’s legacy with ThinkPad PC integration Surprise: Samsung is making SmartThings hardware again! First LastPass, now Slack and CircleCI. The hacks go on (and will likely worsen) Roku introduces its own self-branded lineup of streaming-oriented TVs Biden tries to… Read More »Source
Why 613 is an important number. End of 2022 thoughts Sherlock Holmes will finally escape copyright this weekend Smartwatches and wearables could be next in line for a universal charger mandate The $1,000 Phone Myth Google in 2023: Predictions, rumors, and what we want to see in the new year This is the year of the RSS reader.… Read More »Source
The EU wants to make your next phone’s battery easier to replace Google’s mobile weather forecast got its first redesign in 7 years Mobvoi app gets new, more advanced sleep-tracking features Two men indicted for hacking a dozen Ring cameras and livestreaming swatting attacks 5 Gmail tips to start your inbox fresh in 2023 Google Voice Standard customers… Read More »Source
Z-Wave hopes open-source will matter to the IoT Android 13 output switcher support for Chromecast rolling out, starting with YouTube Music Google reveals how Android’s Private Compute Core keeps your data secure
Home Assistant 2022.12 Released Eufy will add a disclosure to its app following security concerns but still denies glaring security holes Google’s ADT-3 device, the only streamer for Android TV development, has been discontinued New features have arrived for the Pixel family Google Messages gets end-to-end encryption for group chats The Pixel Recorder app can now detect… Read More »Source
Chromecast with Google TV 4K update to October 2022 patch rolling out Google’s Gmail and Calendar Apps on Pixel Watch Get a Lovely Rumor Security researcher says Eufy has a big security problem https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2022/11/influencers-were-paid-by-google-to-promote-a-pixel-phone-theyd-never-used/amp/ Google Pixel phones can now show timers from your Nest speakers Food and package delivery alerts are back on the Pixel’s At a… Read More »Source
Google Workspace Updates Here’s how predictive back navigation will work on Android 14 Happy birthday: The Google Nexus 4 was released 10 years ago Kevin Conroy, the iconic voice of Batman, has died Google Workspace Updates Weekly Recap – November 11, 2022 LumaFusion is Now Available for Android and Chromebooks YouTube celebrates 80 million global Premium and Music… Read More » Source
Easily track your packages with new Gmail features Amazon Music’s full catalog is now free for Prime members (ad-free, but shuffle mode only) https://arstechnica.com/?p=1891674 Pixel 7, the first 64-bit-only Android phone https://arstechnica.com/?p=1893617 Now you can use a Pebble smartwatch with a Pixel 7 (or other 64-bit only Android devices) Source
Jasco joins Works with Home Assistant Google Home web app starts rolling out to view live Nest feeds, older cameras supported Ultraloq joins Works with Home Assistant The new Wyze Cam v3 Pro has better video quality and faster smart alerts Gmail is getting some powerful merge fields with the help of simple tags Firefox Beta for… Read More » Source
https://www.roku.com/blog/roku-smart-home New Fi ‘Virtual Carrier Network’ on Pixel keeps cellular data anonymous from Google, MVNO partners Google finally updates Gboard with Android tablet layout [Gallery] Here’s your first look at Google’s app archiving feature Roku Expands Into Smart Home, With Some Help From Wyze After 23 years, Weather Channel’s iconic computerized channel is shutting down Ikea’s new… Read More » Source
2022.10: All over the place YouTube experiment makes 4K videos a Premium-exclusive feature The Google Home app is getting a major revamp to give users a more customizable experience Google prototypes, open sources an extra-long keyboard with one row of keys Latest Google System Updates bring almost-forgotten audio switching feature Google Maps shows us why its new immersive… Read More » Source
From Murph, “I was listening to 602, and I agree with your views on the frame.work laptop. When I’m ready to buy, it’s high on my list right now.” Home Assistant Notes Playing with Alarms Spreadsheets for Alarms Battery and Offline Notifications Better TTS Google Play on Your Phone Can Now Remote Install to Other Devices FCC advances… Read More » Source
Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition is the most modular ChromeOS device yet Making it even easier to manage your tasks How to watch the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch event Google Assistant Reminders Headed to Google Tasks Google Tasks is about to become your go-to app for managing reminders Tile’s new ‘Lost and Found’ QR labels track your… Read More » Source
The best Android apps for photographers in 2022 https://www.theverge.com/2022/9/9/23344147/android-phone-call-noise-cancelation-beta Android and iOS take big steps toward launching Matter smart home compatibility Roku OS 11.5 brings ‘Continue Watching’ for more apps, other features Google TV already had Five years of data show that SSDs are more reliable than HDDs over the long haul Upcoming Android 13 update will show your… Read More » Source
Home Assistant Birthday Release Ring rolls out end-to-end encryption for its battery-powered video doorbells and security cameras New features for businesses in Android 13 Streaming services show the same ad over and over, and it’s driving me crazy This Is It For Hangouts. This Time, We Mean It September Google Play system updates add some new features for… Read More » Source
Google releases Android 12 Developer Support builds so devs can test old software without bricking their phones Some Pixel 6 users are reporting increased idle battery drain on Android 13 Google wants to make using Android apps across devices more convenient Android 13 review: Plans for the future, but not much to offer today Google Home app rolling… Read More » Source
Google Pixel sees huge sales growth, has 2% of North American market Mozilla Firefox 104 brings address autofill to Android… two years after Google Chrome Android 13 is boring, and that’s why it’s (almost) perfect Google finally recognizes ‘Hey Google’ and meetings don’t go well together Google’s timer and stopwatch return after a brief hiatus APK Teardown: Google… Read More » Source
Chrome “Feed” is tantalizing, but it’s not the return of Google Reader Celebrating 5 years of Kotlin on Android Verizon’s Visible Added a Sweet New Visible+ Plan Chrome OS could soon be getting its own “At A Glance” feature Android 13’s anti-rollback protection has already bricked at least one Pixel 6 How to unlock your Chromebook with… Read More » Source
Google TV could be working on smarter Nest speaker connectivity and Wear OS integration Google’s Plans for Google TV are Next Level Google Meet meetings might soon become livelier thanks to Spotify, YouTube, and UNO integration iOS and Android notifications are a living hell Amazon announces deal to buy Roomba maker for $1.7 billion Google Meet will soon… Read More » Source
2022.8: You can fix it! Plugable’s new power meter can measure eye-watering charging speeds of up to 240W Discord finally shows Android some love with its new improvements Google Play Store removes version numbers from Android app listings Google Pixel 7 could feature a Hall sensor Google just killed a nifty search feature Google Maps updates location sharing… Read More » Source
Leviton joins as a Works with Home Assistant partner Google is paying some much-needed attention to its Android tablet apps Google Play gets a new logo for its 10-year anniversary How to make Google Chrome your default browser everywhere Streaming video apps all look the same now The New Google Wallet Has Arrived The new Google Wallet is… Read More » Source
Google wants more ‘Pixel Smarts’ ML features, like Recorder, which had an unexpected origin Google Duo’s latest update marks the beginning of the end Introducing the Works with Home Assistant program Aqara’s new $89 Curtain Driver E1 automates your existing curtains Tasker 6.0.9 brings simple Tasky UI and presets to all users Jelly Bean, a keystone of Android’s… Read More » Source
Google Photo’s latest UI update makes sharing and organizing your photos that bit easier What is Google Meet Companion mode? The curious case of a would-be ‘Chromecast Audio’ successor At a Glance on Pixel prepares to show timers from Nest Hub and Assistant speakers Microsoft Outlook is getting a faster ‘Lite’ app on Android Microsoft is working on… Read More » Source
Google Contacts rolls out card-based details page redesign Google Hangouts finally gets a shutdown date: November 2022 [Update] How to add your COVID vaccination certification to Android How to protect your Google Pixel phone from spam calls and messages Newly decluttered Google Home app feed now widely available Google Tasks gets its most boomer-focused feature yet The Nest… Read More » Source
SmartDry and Connected Labs are shutting down Martin Jerry, known for their flashable dimmer and light switches, starts selling Tasmota flashed versions on Amazon. Home Assistant hosts an audio and a Matter special event. FedEx will soon photograph your package to prove it was delivered Twitter will expand beyond the 280 character limit with Notes, its upcoming blog-like… Read More » Source
Senate bill would ban data brokers from selling location and health data Google Maps Getting Slick New Traffic Widget A guide to getting started with smart lighting: When to use smart switches and smart bulbs Credentials for thousands of open source projects free for the taking—again! Google Weather app is now available on Android tablets Internet Explorer… Read More » Source
There are two recordings made of this episode, the Zoom recording and a local recording. This uses the Zoom files as there were missing segments from the local recording. Apologies for any audio quality issues. iPhones will be required to use USB-C charging by 2024 under EU policy Google ‘wireless device’ hits FCC, possibly rumored Chromecast HD… Read More » Source
Google TV for Android is now available in over 100 countries, more coming soon The long-rumored Google Meet and Duo merger is actually happening The Google TV app finally makes its way to the iPhone for all your streaming needs Amazon is removing purchase options from Kindle, Audible, and Music on Android 2022.6: Gaining new insights! Amazon Cloud… Read More » Source
Kauf RGB Switch Are Wyze products safe? Street View turns 15 with a new camera and fresh features Google brings Street View history to phones, introduces “Street View Studio” Google appears to be testing ‘Suggested’ devices in Cast menu on Android Google TV Gets Its Profiles Google thinks it knows which speaker you’ll want to Cast to Android… Read More » Source
Amazon Fire OS 8 debuts this summer (Android 11-based software for Fire devices) Pebble Watch’s founder wants your help in bringing back small Android phones ‘Protected by Android’ is Google’s new security branding for the OS Chromecast and Nest Hub ambient displays are returning to their former glory YouTube Music on Wear OS Gets Two Big New… Read More » Source
Google Pixel Watch is Official! Google Teases the Pixel Tablet for 2023 100 things we announced at I/O Make connections that Matter in Google Home Pixel 6a: More of what you want for less than you expect Get more done across devices with Android What’s beta than Android 13? How we make every day safer with Google Search… Read More » Source
Google TV’s new Favorite Channels makes it far easier to find something to watch Wyze launches room sensors for its Wyze Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat YouTube Go no longer deemed necessary, app shutting down later this year Amazon Alexa devices can now view livestreams from 2021 Nest Doorbell and Cams Twitter tests a way to share with small groups… Read More » Source
2022.4: Groups! Groups! Groups! Google delays when legacy G Suite users have to start paying, no-cost waiting list coming Share your Google TV movies with others using Google’s Family Sharing Plex picks up Google TV’s best tricks w/ universal watchlist and search for streaming services Make Google Maps your copilot with these new updates Google hardware gets… Read More » Source
The last few weeks have had some unexpected interruptions of our normal schedule. Hoping to be back on schedule soon. Source
Happy World Backup Day. Wyze knew hackers could remotely access your camera for three years and said nothing Gboard will magically turn your text into emoji with the tap of a wand Google may soon add a built-in Bluetooth tracker detection feature in Android Older Android phones are finally dropping permissions for barely-used apps Google TV supports video… Read More » Source
CD Sales Grow for the First time since 2004 Google will test letting Android developers use their own billing systems YouTube is taking on over-the-air TV with nearly 4,000 free episodes of TV Android phones with premium Qualcomm chipsets to get better at location tracking Google is retiring the Play Store’s Movies & TV section in favor of… Read More » Source
https://www.theverge.com/2022/3/16/22981792/google-android-auto-update-usb-startup-diagnostics-cable-port https://www.theverge.com/2022/3/16/22980693/google-docs-gmail-draft-smart-canvas-chips Google Domains is out of beta after seven years Google I/O 2022 takes place May 11–12 as virtual event with live keynotes The Pixel 5 was Such a Great Little Phone Helping Users Discover Quality Apps on Large Screens Google Home gets a nifty redesign for better smart home control Lorenzo Baloci https://www.theverge.com/2022/3/15/22979504/fcc-jessica-rosenworcel-disclosures-foreign-broadcasts-russia-ukraine Discord starts rolling… Read More » Source
Google pledges $3M, engineering to expand Data Transfer Project behind Google Takeout Link Cleaner PWA can help you quickly clean links on any device Motorola’s Android Auto dongle has been out of stock for over a month, scalpers double the price Better.com employees were informed of its latest layoffs via severance checks The future of computers is only $4 away,… Read More » Source
Ring opens up best features to third-party cameras. Fire TV blocks third-party launchers with latest update Reddit’s iOS and Android app gets its biggest update…emphasizing discovery. Google Messages rolling out categorization How to Monitor Energy Consumption with the Echo Google Phone app being redesigned to match the lock screen styles Group working on alternative to Google’s AMP format… Read More » Source
Ex-Googlers resurrect Inbox as Shortwave email Smart Adaptive Headlights are finally coming to the US App listings on Google Play Store now show minimum OS version Android shelves support for another private DNS standard in Android 13 Material You Support coming to app SeriesGuide Party like its 1994 with FreeDOS 1.3 Roku may be looking to make its… Read More » Source
DIY Mechanical Keyboard Switch Google Releases Android 13 Preview Android 13 is Tiramisu Google disabled third-party smart display web browsers. Home Assistant Android app now supports local push notifications Android lockscreen may have a user switcher for multiple profiles. Android’s bluetooth and ultra-wideband stacks become mainline modules in 13. Things one user hates about Android Auto Google continues… Read More » Source
Google Workspace to strip privacy control from admins. Verizon moves to 36 month payment contracts Facebook’s daily users declined for the first time in its history Open App Markets Act aims to regulate app stores, moves to U.S. Senate vote Google unveils a new Workspace tier for free, with one big omission LogMeIn rebrands as GoTo, still plans… Read More » Source
Jere’s iOS time VPN by Google One comes to iOS At Home Google working on new Chromecast device. You can now tell Google Assistant to stop talking without the wake word Wyze discontinues original WyzeCam after 5 years. Are DIY Home Security systems better than professional ones? USB-C shows up in power tools Home Assistant 2022-2 released. Chromebook… Read More » Source
What is Techno Buffet? iOS News with Jere Jones Apple lowering the value of Android phones on trade-in… Tech News White House holds open source software security meeting. TLDR Act proposed, forcing companies to offer a summary statement for terms of service agreements. European Commission wants a DNS offered by the EU. Wine 7 released. Google to free… Read More » Source
Next week, we will begin using the Techno Buffet name. Everything else will remain the same. Android News Android TV passes 110 million monthly active devices Android looking to add tap to transfer media playback. Android to add QR quick settings and lock screen functionality. Google Play Store System Updates will offer changelogs. App News Best Food Apps… Read More » Source
Techno Buffet? Buffet Going to Just Another Meal? Android News Google fixes Android bug that stopped user from calling 911 Wear OS will soon be able to unlock Android/Chrome devices. Motorola MA1 to bring wireless Android auto to devices. Android: Better Together Making the Most of Your Drive App News In Other News Legacy Blackberry devices are finally… Read More » Source
In Other News Yubikey and partner release a combination keychain Yubikey. Hackers going after LastPass Master Passwords Source
Android News Amazon Appstore now capable with Android 12. Google Discontinues the original Home Mini. Android 13 may finally bring full support for Bluetooth LE audio. Five Settings Shortcuts you could be using. App News Google is not merging Duo and Meet into a single app. Focusing on Meet. Google Authenticator hits 100 mililon installs despite lack of… Read More » Source
Android News Android 12L in Beta is available. How a Bug in Android and Microsoft Teams could have caused 911 calls to fail TCL Google TVs pulled from Best Buy over complaints of buggy software Google responding to reports of privacy breach at Pixel repair wasn’t from employees, will be offering new security instructions for those who cannot… Read More » Source
Android News The latest Chromecast update frees up space. Google investigating reports that Pixel repairs leading to leaked photos and hacked accounts. Other News Amazon Echo will act as a sound detector for running water and beeping appliances. Verizon overrides previous opt out preferences to start collecting personal data again. Amazon is turning Fire TV devices into smart… Read More » Source
Android News Shutting down mic and camera access on Android 12 Paranoid Android is back with Android 12 based builds. Pixel 6 will refuse to charge with low-quality cables or chargers. Google turns cameras in ChromeOS into scanners and improves video usage. App News YouTube Android TV and Smart apps now show proper playlist UI. Amazon Appstore still… Read More » Source
Android News Google is letting users initiate Android TV app installs from their phones. Google planning on enhancing the At a Glance Widget Distribution numbers shows that more people Android 11 still isn’t the dominant version of Android. Google’s Generic kernel is the next step toward improving fragmentation. In Other News Firefox Relay introduced, adding 5 email aliases… Read More » Source
Android News Android 12 also includes Printing improvements. App News Whatsapp multi-device capability is rolling out to stable version of app. Google TV app can tell you when movies/shows are available on a service for free. Some Options for Tasmota/ESPHome devices without complicated serial flashing The Martin Jerry SD01 Dimmer is still flashable via tuya-convert, making it one… Read More » Source
Android News Google announces Android 12L for Tablets and Foldables. App News LawnChair v12 ports Material You style to older devices. Google Photos offers More Like This button to find similar images. Tasker brings back smart home controls in the power menu in Android 12. In Other News Google Fi calls will now offer end-to-end encryption New Pi… Read More » Source
Android News Impressions of Android 12. A dozen things to love in Android 12 The new Pixel offers the ability to erase people from photos. Google tries to improve photography for people of color. Future versions of Android might support app cloning(running independent versions of the same app). Google trying to make it easier to separate work and… Read More » Source
Android News SVP of Android offers open invitation to help Apple put RCS on iPhone. Remember the first Pixel, five years later. Google TV finally gains personalized profiles for more tailored content. Google Photo ‘Memories’ coming directly to Nest Hub. Universal Android Debloater disables unwanted system apps without root. Happy 5th Birthday Google Assistant App News Google Clock… Read More » Source
Android News Android 12 is live in AOSP. Pixel 6 will launch October 19. With tablets, Google still cares more about the iPad than Android. App News Try Omega Launcher, a fork of Lawnchair. Google Photos adds ability to edit date and time of uploaded photos/videos on Android. Firefox is adding password autofill support. YouTube improves moving to/from… Read More » Source
Android News EU wants to make USB-C charging mandatory for all phones. Assistant adds new features, like a Reminders Hub, and lets you pay for gas hands-free. Nest Hub and Nest Max getting improved Spanish support. Control your TV with your Phone, Control your Phone with Your Face, and more. Android 13 is adding native support for DNS… Read More » Source
Android News Google’s permissions auto-reset feature is coming to older phones. Google Play Services is the new Android platform. Hisense lets you try an Android TV for 100 days. App News Google redesigns Gmail menu bar for Material You VLC for Android updated. Android Auto finally realizes that some people drive on the opposite side of the road.… Read More » Source
Android News Android 12 is reportedly coming October 4 Android Auto might be testing a new media interface. Google opens up applications for Pixel Superfans. App News You can apparently sideload the Xfinity TV app on an Android TV device. In Other News Ireland is failing to enforce GDPR for big tech companies. PHP still maintains lead at… Read More » Source
Android News The wake word will be unnecessary for specific actions. Google still needs to save Wear OS. Raising the Bar with updated guidelines for Wear OS 3. Final Android Beta is here. App News Nova Launcher 7 goes live, allows adding weather icon in search bar. Home Depot introduces Hubspace, meant to offer a simple unified experience… Read More » Source
Android News Google Assistant rolls out trigger for Assistant routines when an alarm is dismissed. Android UI through the ages. App News Amazon Shopping App and Whatsapp hit 500 million downloads Google Calendar charts how much time you spend in meetings. Telegram pulls plug in Wear OS app. Chat gets GIF support. Movies Anywhere is getting a powered… Read More » Source