OnePlus 9 series March update promises a much-improved photography experience

OnePlus 9 series March update promises a much-improved photography experience OnePlus rubbed some in its enthusiastic user base the wrong way with its 2021ColorOS merger announcement. Abuggy initial rolloutonly further soured matters afterward, but efforts have been put into fixing reported issues ever since. In the name of taking care of one of those issues, the company released abug-fixing updatelast week for the OnePlus 9 series. While the initial rollout skipped the US due to “country-related limitations,” another release is correcting that....

March 11, 2025 · 2 min · 306 words · Renee Patterson

Samsung sales reps are allegedly working without pay

Samsung sales reps are allegedly working without pay Product pages on Samsung’s US website have a “Chat with an Expert” button that allows potential buyers to ask questions about the product before purchasing. These queries are answered by sales reps contracted through staffing agency Ibbu,notthrough Samsung itself, and are meant to guide you through the purchase and make a commission for every deal they close. However, an explosive new report suggests that, with a 100% commission-based payment structure, these reps are now sending hours of unpaid time answering questions they don’t have the expertise or training to handle properly....

March 11, 2025 · 3 min · 477 words · Teresa Sheppard

This $140 Ticwatch E3 Prime Day deal is a perfect Wear OS entry point

This $140 Ticwatch E3 Prime Day deal is a perfect Wear OS entry point Mobvoi’s TicWatch E3 is built on top of Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 Platform, which means it will eventually see an update to Wear OS 3.0. So at $140, you get a lot of smartwatch for your money during this deep discount during Prime Day. Havingreviewed the smartwatch late last year, I can personally confirm it’s a solid device, especially as an entry point into Wear OS....

March 11, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Jennifer Lynch

What Are the Different eBike Classes?

What Are the Different eBike Classes? E-bikes are slowly gaining popularity. Chances are, even if you’re not a bike enthusiast, you’ve heard about e-bikes. These electrified bikes can function pretty much the same as a conventional bicycle, but they also do so much more. E-bikes allow easier commutes, and you don’t have to arrive at your destination drenched in sweat. Another e-bike fact most people aren’t familiar with is that there are different classes of e-bikes—but what are these e-bikes classes, and what do they mean?...

March 11, 2025 · 5 min · 1032 words · Robert Martin

10 Favorite Gizmodo Posts: 13 December 2024

Samsung Plays Both Sides — That ’s right Samsung is the latest to start playing for HD DVD & Blu - ray with the announcement of the BD - UP5000 https://gizmodo.com/official-samsung-will-go-both-ways-252038 Nokia Loves GPS — evidently Nokia wants all of their Modern mobile earphone to start sporting GPS . PS3 VR Controller Patent — look like Sony is trying to filch by the Wii with this patent of invention practical app ....

March 10, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Nancy Morales

Every Microsoft Paint Keyboard Shortcut for Windows 10 and 11

Every Microsoft Paint Keyboard Shortcut for Windows 10 and 11 Microsoft Paint is one of the original Windows tools, since it was included in the first version of the operating system in 1985. Many people hold nostalgic memories for it—the program often served as a fun distraction from school or work, and its simple tools meant that anyone could pick it up and start drawing. Though in 2017 it looked like the beloved image editing tool would be replaced by Paint 3D, classic Paint reigned supreme....

March 10, 2025 · 3 min · 490 words · Victoria Anderson

Google Pixel 7 dual eSIM support has finally started to arrive

Google Pixel 7 dual eSIM support has finally started to arrive Dual SIM smartphones have been around forever, and combining that approach witheSIM technologyis only the next logical step. Google has supported the dual use of one physical SIM and one eSIM in Pixel phones dating back to the Pixel 3a, but we’ve long been waiting for the day when we could ditch physical SIMs altogether. According to user reports that are just now starting to surface,Android 13 QPR2 Beta 2— the test version that should ultimately hit the stable channel as theMarch 2023 Pixel Feature Drop— now allows you to easily switch between carriers with dual eSIM profiles on thePixel 7series....

March 10, 2025 · 3 min · 437 words · William Thomas

Google Slides joins the one billion installs club on the Play Store, just two years after PowerPoint

Google Slides joins the one billion installs club on the Play Store, just two years after PowerPoint Although some Microsoft Office die-hards will tell you otherwise, Google’s suite of productivity apps is more than enough for most users. Whether you’re a student pulling an all-nighter to finish that last-minute 25-page paper or keeping track of your finances with a meticulously-edited spreadsheet, one of Drive’s many tools have you covered. Google Slides might not be as popular as Docs or Sheets, but it seems to be slowly catching up....

March 10, 2025 · 2 min · 352 words · Maureen Ramos

How to block text messages on your Android phone

How to block text messages on your Android phone Between corporate spam and unwelcome messages from who-knows-where, having a conversational off switch in your digital tool kit is a good idea. Malicious texts can contain threats to digital safety and security. As a result, many are beginning to search forways to deal with excessive spam. The good news is that many ofthe best Android phoneshave built-in spam-blocking capabilities. It’s also simple toblock spam callsand texts using Android’s default apps....

March 10, 2025 · 4 min · 666 words · Brandi James

How to Fix the Fall Guys Epic Games Account Error (Error Code 200_001)

How to Fix the Fall Guys Epic Games Account Error (Error Code 200_001) Fall Guys is a battle royale title many players install via Epic Games. However, some Fall Guys players see an Epic Games Account Error message with a 200_001 code when they start that game. Users can’t play Fall Guys because of this Epic Online Services issue. Is the same error spoiling your Fall Guys fun? If it is, this is how you can fix error code 200_001 in Windows 11/10....

March 10, 2025 · 5 min · 955 words · Todd Turner

How to Revoke Third-Party App Permissions for Apple Music

How to Revoke Third-Party App Permissions for Apple Music Apple Music is a popular music service supported by multiple third-party products and services. In fact, at the end of 2022, Tesla launched support for Apple Music in its infotainment system. However, at some point, you may stop using an app or service connected to your Apple Music subscription, so you might want to remove its access. Thankfully, you have the option to do so....

March 10, 2025 · 3 min · 584 words · Angela Rogers

Microsoft Phone Link upgrades the name, look, and feel of Your Phone companion

Microsoft Phone Link upgrades the name, look, and feel of Your Phone companion Linking your Android phone to your PC is super convenient. It cuts down on switching between devices and expands your workspace, making it much easier to access your email, files, and applications. It also keeps you connected to your social networks staying up-to-date on the latest news. So while the connection between the phone and the computer was already pretty tight, Microsoft says it’s ready for that relationship to evolve even further....

March 10, 2025 · 2 min · 282 words · Samantha Oliver

Netflix is pushing a new multiplayer feature for its gaming experiment

Netflix is pushing a new multiplayer feature for its gaming experiment If you’re a Netflix user, it’s almost impossible to have missed the company’s cloud gaming venture —Netflix Games. It’s available to subscribers within the standalone Netflix app, which is convenient. However, given that people are chilling out with movies and serial content, the branch out to gaminghasn’t struck a chord with many. But the company appears to be steadfast in its approach with recent reports of the streaming giant looking to bring on multiplayer gaming, perhaps in a bid to increase engagement....

March 10, 2025 · 2 min · 369 words · Tiffany Campbell