New OnePlus 5/5T OxygenOS beta build brings double-tap to lock feature

A new OxygenOS beta was just released for the OnePlus 5 and OnePlus 5T smartphones. Arriving as Open Beta 9 for the former and Open Beta 7 for the latter, the update brings a handful of changes, related to Launcher and File Manager. The update includes the double-tap to lock screen feature. It also features improved searched history for App drawer. Now coming to the File Manager-related change, the scanning logic for large files has been optimized. Head to the Source link below to access the official announcement as well as other beta builds related instructions. Source

Amazon fixed an Alexa flaw that allowed devices to eavesdrop

It has come to light that Amazon recently fixed a serious bug in Alxea that allowed devices powered by the voice assistant to secretly listen to users' conversation and even send a transcript of whatever it listens. Basically, after Alexa processes a command, it's supposed to stop listening until the user says a wakeup or hot word like "Echo" or "Alexa" again. However, it was discovered that it's possible to make Alexa listen indefinitely by taking advantage of its "Reprompt" feature (for complete details head to the links at the bottom). Researchers at security firm Checkmarx...

Samsung SM-J260G could be company's first Android Go phone

A new Samsung smartphone has been spotted in a benchmark listing. Listed on Geekbench as SM-J260G, it's an entry-level smartphone that could be well be the South Korean company's first Android Go attempt. As you can see, this is a low-end handset with 1GB RAM, but runs Android 8.1 Oreo out of the box. Android Go is an iteration of Oreo aimed at smartphones with modest hardware, while Samsung doesn't typically release its entry-level devices with the latest available Androive version. Oh, and the motherboard is listed as "universal7570_go." So enough indications that SM-J260G is an...

Opera announces Opera Touch, a new mobile browser designed for one-handed use

Opera has released a new web browser for Android, the Opera Touch. The browser is designed around one-handed use and also improving the sharing of content between mobile and desktop browser. The new mobile browser launches directly with the search field activated and the keyboard open every time, so you can start typing immediately. A Fast Action Button or FAB is placed near the bottom of the screen. This button opens a carousel of options when you press and hold it, and commonly done tasks such as switching tabs, reloading the page or going back can all be done from here without...

Google releases new standalone app for Google Tasks

Alongside a revamped Gmail, Google also launched a new standalone app for Google Tasks, a web service that was previously only accessible through Gmail and Google Calendar. The app is available on Android and iOS. Google Tasks is a task management service, where you can create tasks as reminders. You can add subtasks to existing tasks as well as additional detail. You can still add tasks the old fashioned way, through Gmail and Calendar. The app will remind you when a task is due for today. The app is now available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Source

Moto Z3 Play shows off dual rear cameras and 18:9 screen in leaked press render

The Moto Z3 Play will be the first in the series to employ a tall 18:9 touchscreen, according to past leaks and rumors. This is now confirmed through the leaked press render you can see below. Additionally, this device will bring a dual rear camera setup to the Play line for the first time. The MotoMods will be supported even this year, and the Z3 Play will have a glass back as is customary in this day and age. Interestingly, the Z3 Play eschews a traditionally placed fingerprint sensor - it's not on the front, nor on the rear. That means it could end up being placed inside the...

OnePlus 6 leaks in new renders showing its front and rear, Super Slo Mo video capture outed too

OnePlus has been teasing its next smartphone for weeks now, and the OnePlus 6 is set to finally become official on May 16. Until then, let's feast our eyes upon the image below, which allegedly shows leaked press renders of the phone. There's nothing new or surprising here, but it's nice to see both of the handset's sides for once. Note that we can't verify the authenticity of these renders, as they don't come from a usual source of leaks. Moving on, the image below has reportedly been found on OnePlus' official website for India at some point, and it reveals that the phone will be...