Google's June 2022 update brought VoLTE roaming support to Pixel smartphones

Google released the June 2022 software update last week for 10 Pixel smartphones - from 3a to 6 Pro - which bumped up the Android security patch level on all smartphones except the Pixel 3a and 3a XL to June 2022. The update also came with some new features and bug fixes, and Google has now revealed that it also enabled VoLTE roaming support on these devices for the US and global carriers. The US carriers will phase out 3G networks this year, meaning some devices that don't have VoLTE or VoLTE roaming won't be able to make voice calls, making it important for users in the States to upgrade...

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Realme TechLife Watch R100 is launching on June 23 with Bluetooth calling

Realme will unveil the C30 on June 20 in India, but that's not the only product the company will launch next week in the country because a few days later - on June 23 - Realme will introduce the TechLife Watch R100. Are you ready to always #StayInTouchOnTheGo?The #realmeTechLifeWatchR100 is coming soon with features that keep you fit, stylish and always connected🙌 Launching at 12:30 PM, 23rd June.Know more: https://t.co/IBt1t88Pyv pic.twitter.com/On7epqd7Ht— realme TechLife (@realmeTechLife) June 18, 2022 The Realme TechLife Watch R100 sports a 1.32" TFT color screen of 360x360-pixel...

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US Senators urge Department of Commerce to follow EU’s standard charger policy

Last week, the European Parliament made it mandatory for all small and medium-sized consumer electronics to come equipped with a USB-C charging port. Now an open letter from two US Senators to the Secretary of Commerce urges for a similar policy in the US. The letter, drafted by Senators Edward J. Markey and Elizabeth Warren express the need to adopt the standardized charging port, citing environmental harm due to e-waste, economic annoyance to consumers, and planned obsolescence of consumer electronics. the European Union (EU) just passed important legislation obligating electronics...

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Microsoft Defender brings online and local protection to all platforms

Microsoft has launched its Microsoft Defender app for all four major platforms. Available as part of the Microsoft 365 service, it is designed to offer protection against online threats as well as local ones. Not to be confused with Windows Defender (now Windows Security), the new Microsoft Defender app is designed to provide a one-stop solution for your security needs. On Windows and macOS, Microsoft Defender will work alongside the built-in or third-party antivirus, while also providing protection against phishing attacks on the internet. The app will also show the security status of...

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Fold3 finally receive eSIM support in the US

Samsung's latest foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3, are currently each receiving a software update in the US which brings with it the long-awaited support for eSIM, along with Dual SIM, Dual Standby (DSDS). The new firmware builds are labeled F926USQU1DVEE for the T-Mobile Galaxy Z Fold3 and F711USQU2DVEE for the T-Mobile Galaxy Z Flip3, while for the unlocked models they are F926U1UEU1DVEE and F711U1UEU2DVEE, respectively. Hopefully the rollout will extend to other carrier versions soon. As usual the updates might be going out in stages, so it could take a few days...

Source: https://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_z_flip3_and_fold3_finally_receive_esim_support_in_the_us-news-54721.php

Tecno Pova 3 launches in India on June 20

Last week Tecno started its teaser campaign for the upcoming launch of the Pova 3 smartphone in India, revealing that the handset would be sold through Amazon. And today it's given us a date to mark in our calendars for the momentous occasion: June 20. The Pova 3 was initially announced back in May in the Philippines, and so we know all there is to know about it, spec-wise. The only piece of the puzzle of its launch in India that's still a mystery is the price. We're only three days away from the official reveal, though. And if you consider the specs on offer, it stands to reason that...

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