Author: Henry R. Lares

Henry Lares is still early into his career as tech reporter but has already had his work published in many major publications including Tech Crunch and the Huffington Post.  In regards to academics, Henry earned an engineering degree from Apex Technical School. Henry has a passion for emerging technology and covers upcoming products and breakthroughs in science and tech.

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​OnePlus 7 Confirmed Date of Release, Specs and Improvements

Due to the numerous leaks and rumors involving the flagship trio, we now have as much information as one can, with less than a month until the official release.

OnePlus 7 will be launched together with OnePlus 7 Pro 4G and OnePlus 7 Pro 5G models, and will be OnePlus’ first “notch-less” device because of its novel pop-up selfie camera. The back camera will contain a triple setup, 48MP, 20MP and 16MP lenses, also a first in the firm’s history.

The trio will be launched in May 14th, according to a leaked poster shared on Social Media by Ishan Agarwal. OnePlus 7’s price is still unknown but the rumors say it will start somewhere at  £499 and will reach £579 for the highest-spec model.​

A leaked image shared earlier this week implies that the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G will contain a Snapdragon X55 chipset, and a Qualcomm built-in X50 modem which allows the phone to 5G connection.

The smartphones will also seem to have a 6.67 inch Super Optic display with curved edges. The absent notch suggests that it will have the same in-display selfie camera as the OnePlus 7 model. Another information implies that the OnePlus 7 will come with an 8GB RAM, 256GB storage and a triple camera setup containing a 48Mp, a 16Mp, and an 8MP sensor, along with Google’s Android 9 Pie OS.

The handset will have a volume adjuster on its left side, a power button and an alert slider on its right, the SIM card slot on the bottom, near the USB-C port.

OnePlus’ CEO Pete Lau reported that the OnePlus 7 won’t come with wireless charging support and will also not restore their 3.5mm headphone jack.

In conclusion, if it follows the release agenda of the OnePlus 6, then we can anticipate the new OnePlus 7 to launch in May, and a OnePlus 7T handset to follow later in the year.

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New Facebook Lite Update: 142.0.0.10.100 – Tweaks to Increase Performance and Stability

The lightweight Facebook app has been available for Android smartphones for a few years. It is a great alternative for users that have low-speed connections or phones that have low specs.

No matter the version of the Facebook app – be it the main app or the Lite version, users get continuous updates that aim to improve user experience. Today we spotted the latest update for the Facebook Lite app (beta version), which reached 142.0.0.10.100.

Let’s check out what the update brings this time to the beta users.

Facebook Lite 142.0.0.10.100 (beta version)

For the users that are in the beta program, Facebook Lite has reached version 142.0.0.10.100 beta, which brings “Improvements for reliability and speed.” While this version hasn’t brought new features to the app, it does come with bug fixes and tweaks that should increase performance and stability.

Facebook Lite gets continuous updates, and this beta version is available to beta testers who have enrolled in the program. If you are one of the beta testers, you can get Facebook Lite 142.0.0.10.100 beta from APK Mirror by following this link.

Facebook Lite Features

Facebook Lite also has a very small file size, compared to the main app. While Facebook has around 57 MB, Facebook Lite only takes nearly 2 MB space – the reduction is over 90% in space. The Lite version of Facebook also uses less CPU and RAM for a good experience on cheaper phones that do not have enough power for the full app. Moreover, Facebook Lite works on older phones that are not supported by the app.

As we mentioned above, the Lite version also works on 2G networks and unstable internet connections. It uses less data and won’t show images in high resolution or autoplay videos. Other than that, you will get a fully featured Facebook. The design of the app seems a bit more dated, but it comes with all the features – like, comment, post and browse the news feed.

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Microsoft’s New Surface Pro Will Feature an Unexpected Processor

According to the folks at Thurrott, Microsoft has decided to create a couple of new versions of its Surface Pro tablets which are powered by Intel processors. Surface Pro 6 is the latest model that Microsoft offers and it is powered by Intel Core i5 or Core i7. Well, it looks like Microsoft has been inspired by the likes of Apple who launch multiple versions of its iPad Pro because the Windows parent is reportedly getting ready to launch a couple of new Surface Pro models that are powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processor.

Surface Pro with Qualcomm Processor

Even though Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 835 processors are quite popular with other companies, Microsoft has never shown interested. This might change during the upcoming months because the folks at Thurrott are reporting that the Microsoft has already created a couple of Surface Pro prototype models that are fueled by a Snapdragon processor. Nonetheless, what we can take from this is that ARM-based laptops and tablets are losing their popularity.

Surface Go

We should also mention that Microsoft is rumored to be working on a special tablet called Surface Go. What makes this tablet special is the fact that its being developed specially to compete against Apple’s iPad. Seeing how Microsoft has started using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processors, we might see the same happening to Surface Go. In addition, Microsoft is probably going to go with the latest Snapdragon 855 octa-core CPU.

A New Design

Since we previously talked about Microsoft’s new Surface Pro models, we want to go over the fact that they are expected to ship with a brand-new design. While we might not have that much official information about the ne Surface Pro designs, we do know that they will feature the much-awaited USB-C Port.

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Unc0ver Updated Jailbreak with All the Stability Issues Fixed

A jailbreak helps you to remove the software restrictions imposed by Apple on its devices. The program is running through a series of kernel patches, and allows the download and installing of additional extensions or applications unavailable through Apple Store. Now we have the latest update from Unc0ver for Jailbreak iOS 11-12.1.2, and all the stability issues are fixed.

What We have New on this Update?

  • The APT list cache file for repositories is updated
  • Assertion is improved
  • The bug from login is fixed
  • The performance is improved
  • The success rate of machswap and machswap 2 is improved
  • After extracting bootstrap, it will not reboot
  • The code is optimized
  • The faulty sandbox patch is fixed
  • The kernel memory leak is fixed
  • The freezing under low-memory conditions on iOS 12 is fixed
  • Those overnight reboots or system memory resets are fixed
  • The problem when loading tweaks or the security is restarting on iOS 12 is fixed
  • Store offsets in the live kernel memory

Moreover, you must know that Jailbreak supports all pre-A12 devices, like iPhone 5S, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPod touch 6G, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, iPad mini 4, and iPad Air. On the other hand, iPhone X, XS, and XR, the A12-A12X devices, are waiting for an update on Cydia Substrate for arm64e. Pwn20ownd declares that the update of Substrate for arm64e will be soon released, and unc0ver v3.0.0 is still in beta version because he is working to implement full-fledged A12-A12X support before taking it out.

Finally, using this new Unc0ver Jailbreak you will have a stable and better Cydia, and even if you are already using Electra, you could give it a try.

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Why Money Management Will Save You in the Future

If you had to pin down the plague of human existence and the number one cause for depression and restlessness, it has got to be money. The scourge of the modern man is the bills and how to pay them on time, and what amount of money needs to be saved for next month’s loan. Problem is, there’s a love-hate relationship with money.

And one thing is for sure, we love it because it allows us to buy the things we love… and it’s pretty much why anyone works in the first place. On the other hand, you spend endless nights worrying about your debts and how you are going to pay them off. This is why money management is extremely important and might just save your life in the future.

On a more detailed approach, here are some reasons why money management will save you in the future.

Future goals

It doesn’t matter if you’re a student, a fresh grad, or a working person. Learning the skill of managing your finances is essential at any age, and it will do you wonders. If you’re a student, saving is important to get that new laptop/phone or go on that spring break trip you always wanted to.

If you’re a fresh grad or working person, then saving money is even more important because you’ve embraced that pain that is adulthood, and that requires you to save for your impending responsibilities. At the end of the day, no matter who or what you are, saving helps you reach your future goals, and that in itself is important.

Retirement

Many who indulge in reckless spending forget the fact that they will be out of a job at a certain point in the future. For many reasons, you don’t want to solely rely on welfare systems for your golden years after retirement. While the welfare system is good, it limits your options and puts you in a spot where you have to rely on someone else for money.

This is why it’s very important to use money management tips and start managing your finances for the future. There’s also the fact that you really don’t want to live with your children because you couldn’t save to buy a house when you had the chance. Yes, children are more important than anything… but you’ll want to be able to see them because you want to, not because you’re forced to live with them.

Financial freedom

Perhaps the most important reason why money management will save you in the future is the fact that it could give you financial freedom. Saving steadily over long periods of time means you’ll have the freedom to do what you want in the future when you’re no longer forced to work. This is very important because it means you won’t succumb to old age and debt at a time when you deserve a rest and joy, and that alone is enough reason to start saving now.

Well, truth is, it is not very easy. Managing your finances is like learning to play the piano; it’s a skill that requires some time and a lot of practice to master. This is why it’s important to start early because it can be the difference between you buying your dream house or renting a super condo. You’ll find plenty of tips which you’ll need to start implementing slowly, and gradually, in order to finally be able to save some money for future endeavors and to ensure that your life years down the line is one of peace and tranquility.

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