All of that should make this comparison interesting, to say the least. They do have different approaches to consumers, from both hardware and software standpoints. We’ll kick things off by comparing their spec sheets, and will then move to the design, display, performance, battery, camera, and audio sections. That being said, let’s kick off the OnePlus Nord 2 vs Google Pixel 4a 5G comparison, shall we. Specs Specs OnePlus Nord 2 vs Google Pixel 4a 5G: Design OnePlus Nord 2 vs Google Pixel 4a 5G: Design...

The Pixel 6 & 6 Pro were supposed to offer facial recognition from the get-go The Pixel 6 & 6 Pro were supposed to offer facial recognition from the get-go According to some new proof, Google seems to have been preparing this feature for both phones, but it didn’t manage to get it ready for launch. This information was spotted by Freak07, XDA Recognized Developer. He found evidence of Face Unlock support on the Pixel 6....

Google Pixel repair technicians are illegally accessing customers’ phones Google Pixel repair technicians are illegally accessing customers’ phones The first incident, reported on December 1st on Reddit, involves an RMA (return merchandise authorization) of a broken Pixel phone. The author of the report says the device, which belonged to his wife, broke about a month ago and they sent it to Google for an RMA. Since the phone wouldn’t power on, they couldn’t wipe it....

So, Ring is integrating its existing Virtual Security Guard features with Astro. By doing this, it adds camera motion event monitoring from Rapid Response to your enrolled cameras when your Ring Alarm is in Away Mode. Now when motion is triggered, an agent will check the motion event and take appropriate action. Agents are able to use two-way talk to help deter unwanted activity or request emergency dispatch if needed. Ring says that Virtual Security Guard is available now in early access and will be rolling out more widely in the coming months....

Samsung device owners in South Korea have flocked to forums to share their displeasure with the new revelations. The issue appears to stem from a process/app known as Game Optimizing Service (GOS), which is preinstalled on Galaxy devices. As noted by Android Authority (via 9to5Google), it cannot be removed or disabled either. Moreover, Samsung doesn’t specify what this service can do. But the wording suggests it is supposed to improve gaming performance....