Facebook Messenger’s chat heads switch to Android 11’s bubble notifications API

Google introduced the new Bubbles API with Android 10 Beta 2 back in April last year. The API was initially offered as an opt-in feature for developers, with Google urging them to test the API in their apps so that the supported apps were ready when the feature finally rolled out in a future Android release. As expected, the feature was enabled by default in the Android 11 Developer Preview 1 that was released earlier this year. In the leaked Android 11 Beta, the Bubbles feature is now available in Notification settings (and not in Developer Options), however, developers still have to enable support for showing notifications in a Bubble. Up until now, we’ve only seen the feature in action in an APK teardown of the Google Messages app. But the latest update for Facebook Messenger also switches the app over the Bubbles API.

For the unaware, Facebook Messenger has long had a feature for floating notification bubbles called “Chat Heads”. The feature made use of Android’s System Alert Window API, but in Facebook Messenger version 268.0.0.3.118 the app is switching over to the new Bubbles API if the device is running Android 11. This feature works on our tipster’s Pixel 4XL running Android 11 Beta 1 and our Editor-in-Chief Mishaal Rahman‘s Pixel 3a XL, running Android 11 DP4.

As you can see in the attached screenshots, the feature shows up as a new option called Bubbles in the Facebook Messenger settings. Once enabled, it gives you the option to choose if you wish to see Bubbles for all conversations, selected conversations, or no conversations from within the Messenger notification settings. While the feature is making use of the newer API, it still looks pretty much the same as the older Messenger Chat Heads. Whenever you receive a new message, it shows up as a chat bubble clinging to a side on your device’s home screen. Tapping on the bubble opens up the conversation in a floating window where you can quickly reply to messages.

You can move the bubble from one side to the other by tapping and holding the bubble and then dragging it to the other side. You also get the option to have multiple conversations in a single bubble by tapping on the plus icon at the top and adding a new contact. To dismiss a bubble, you can tap and hold on it and then drag it to the X icon that appears close to the bottom of the display.

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ZTE quietly announced a 4G version of the Axon 11 with the MediaTek Helio P70 processor

Back in March, ZTE launched the Axon 11 as a mid-range 5G smartphone. It featured the Snapdragon 765G processor and a very affordable price for a 5G-equipped smartphone. ZTE also launched the Axon 11 SE in China with a MediaTek Dimensity 800. The company is back with another version of the Axon 11, this time without 5G.

The 4G version of the ZTE Axon 11 appears to be essentially the same device with one key difference. Instead of the Snapdragon 765G processor, the 4G-only variant has the MediaTek Helio P70 chip. Besides the fact that it doesn’t have 5G support, the Axon 11 4G has the same design, same four cameras, same battery size, etc. However, owing to the fact that the 4G variant has the weaker Helio P70 processor, this device likely doesn’t have a 90Hz refresh rate display or the same storage and RAM capacities. We also don’t know if the 4G version supports wireless charging like the 5G model, but the 4G model won’t support Qualcomm Quick Charge 4+ since it uses a MediaTek chipset. We’ll have to wait for the full specification sheet to be sure of all of these details, though.

ZTE very quietly announced this 4G-only Axon 11 on its official website but did not share pricing or availability details. The 5G model was already an affordable device, so the lack of 5G should make it even more affordable. Stay tuned for more details.

Specification	ZTE Axon 11 4G
Dimensions & Weight	159.2 x 73.4 x 7.9mm, 168g
Display	6.47-inch curved 3D AMOLED display 19.5:9 FHD+ (2340×1080), 100,000:1 contrast Waterdrop notch
SoC	MediaTek Helio P70
RAM and Storage	Unknown
Battery and Charging	4,000 mAh
Ports	USB Type-C No headphone jack
Rear Cameras	64MP, f/1.89 8MP, 120° wide-angle 2MP macro 2MP depth
Front Camera	20MP, f/2.0
Connectivity	Dual SIM FDD: B1/3/5/7/8/20/28/32 TDD: B38 UMTS: B1/5/8 GSM: B2/3/5/8
Security	Under-display fingerprint scanner
Android Version	MiFavor 10 based on Android 10
Colors	Black

Source: ZTE

This article was updated at 5:21 PM EST to reflect that the display refresh rate, RAM, storage, and whether or not the device supports wireless charging are unknown.

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OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro get new OxygenOS updates with tons of system, camera, and network optimizations

OnePlus is back with another round of OxygenOS updates for the OnePlus 8 series. The latest update has a pretty lengthy changelog, including numerous optimizations and fixes for the camera, system, and network. OnePlus is also including the May 2020 Android security patches with this update.

OnePlus 8 XDA Forums ||| OnePlus 8 Pro XDA Forums

The changelog includes some overlap with the OxyegnOS update that rolled out last month to the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro. Some of the most noteworthy additions are found in the camera section of the changelog. There’s a new auto ultra-wide-angle lens feature when shooting at close range to improve picture quality of edges (Pro only). They also added H.265 HEVC codec to reduce video storage size seamlessly, capture and shoot more without compromising on quality. Check the full changelog below and find download links at the bottom of the page.

Changelog

System

• Optimized the touch and interaction experience
• Optimized the expanded screenshot user experience for some scenes
• Optimized the power consumption performance of the system, battery life extended to be longer than ever
• Optimized the wireless charging stability, providing better user experience (OnePlus 8 Pro only)
• Optimized the pocket mode to reduce mistouches
• Optimized the unlocking animation, making the unlock transition smoother
• Updated Android Security Patch to 2020.05
• Updated GMS package to 2020.03

Message

• Added the “Delete” button in the notification bar of incoming messages
• Added keyword whitelist option in SMS blocking settings, the messages with the specified keywords will not be blocked

Camera

• Newly added H.265 HEVC codec to reduce video storage size seamlessly, capture and shoot more without compromising on quality
• Added auto ultra-wide-angle lens feature when shooting at close range to improve picture quality of edges (OnePlus 8 Pro only)
• Optimized the click animation for camera shutter, boosting the smoothness of photo-taking experience
• Improved the shooting experience with camera and improved stability

Network

• Improved the stability of communication
• Improved the performance and stability of Wi-Fi transfers
• Optimized network latency for online games and improved the smoothness

Game Space

• Added Epic Games in Game Space. With one-step installation, check out Fortnite and many other Epic Games, all from Game Space

Downloads

• OnePlus 8

  • India – OxygenOS 10.5.8
    • Incremental from 10.5.7
    • Full OTA
  • Global
  • Europe

• OnePlus 8 Pro

  • India – OxygenOS 10.5.10
    • Incremental from 10.5.9
    • Full OTA
  • Global
  • Europe

Once again, thanks to XDA Senior Member Some_Random_Username for providing the download links!

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Microsoft’s new Chromium-based Edge browser rolls out to all Windows 10 users via Windows Update

Microsoft released the stable version of its Chromium-based Edge browser to the public earlier this year. Like any other browser (not including Internet Explorer), users had to go out of their way to download and try the new browser. As expected, Microsoft is now pushing the browser to Windows 10 devices via a Windows Update.

Since the beginning, Microsoft has said the Chromium-based Edge browser would replace the pre-installed Edge browser. From this point forward, Chromium Edge is the default Windows 10 browser. Microsoft support articles KB4541301, KB4541302, and KB4559309 inform users and administrators that the old Edge browser is being replaced with the new Chromium-based browser. The updates will be available for Windows 10 v1803 and later systems up to Windows 10 v2004.

Installing Chromium Edge via the Windows Update will replace the old Edge browser. However, unlike manually installing, it can’t be removed to restore the old Edge browser. There are a few different updates rolling out depending on your Windows 10 version. Microsoft also makes recommendations for which update you should be on before installing the Windows Update. As of right now, the update is not available through the Microsoft Update Catalog website.

• KB4541301 — for Windows 10 version 1803 and 1809 (Microsoft recommends the November 12, 2019 updates KB4525237 and KB4523205)
• KB4541302 – for Windows 10 version 1903 and 1909 (Microsoft recommends the October 8, 2019 update KB4517389)
• KB4559309 — for all Windows 10 versions from Windows 10 version 1803 to 2004.

Microsoft will probably never live down Internet Explorer, but Chromium Edge is a very solid browser. If you haven’t tried it out yet you really should. It can rival Google Chrome in many ways and it’s only getting better. There is also an Android app.

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Source: gHacks

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Samsung may continue its Ultra branding with the Galaxy Note 20 series

As we get closer to the rumored launch date of Samsung’s next Galaxy Note smartphones, we’re learning more information about all of the devices in the series. For most of its history, the Samsung Galaxy Note series has only been sold in a single size, though last year was the first time that Samsung sold 2 different Galaxy Note devices in the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+. With the Galaxy S20 series this year, Samsung dropped the more affordable “e” variant and introduced an ultra-premium “Ultra” variant. While we still expect there to be only two Galaxy Note 20 smartphones this year, it seems that Samsung may apply the “Ultra” branding for higher-end Note 20, effectively replacing the + model.

In a new listing on the Bluetooth Launch Studio, the website where the Bluetooth SIG lists all Bluetooth-certified devices, a device with model name SM-N986U appeared with the design name “Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra.” The model number listed is the long-rumored model name of the upcoming Galaxy Note 20+. Assuming this new listing is accurate, that device may not be called the Note 20+ but rather the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. This is in line with the branding from the Galaxy S20 series.

In my view, this branding change makes sense. The rumored specifications and leaked CAD renders of the Galaxy Note 20 “+” model were very similar to the S20 Ultra. The upcoming Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will likely be using the 108MP Samsung ISOCELL Bright HM1 main sensor (like the S20 Ultra) along with a 12MP ultrawide sensor. The telephoto camera is rumored to be changed to a 13MP periscope camera with a maximum digital zoom level of 50x in contrast to the 48MP ultrawide sensor and maximum 100x digital zoom of the S20 Ultra. The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will also have a similar 6.9″ WQHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate support, but the Note 20 Ultra is rumored to support running at both 120Hz refresh rate and WQHD+ resolution at the same time. It seems like Samsung is serious about using this Ultra branding on its most expensive and “Ultra” flagships.

I’m hopeful that Samsung isn’t giving up on their premium Ultra branding despite prior reports to the contrary. The Ultra branding has quickly become recognized after how hard Samsung pushed it with the S20 series, so I’m hoping the new Note 20 “Ultra” will also feature boundary-breaking tech.

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Source: Bluetooth Launch Studio ||| Via: @_the_tech_guy

Featured image credits: @OnLeaks/Pigtou

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Custom AOSP Project Treble GSI gets updated with June 2020 security patches, Netflix HD support for the Xiaomi Mi 9 and Redmi Note 9S, and more

Thanks to Project Treble, Android users can easily boot an AOSP Generic System Image (GSI) onto any supported device. Be it Xiaomi’s MIUI or Samsung’s One UI, those heavily customized OEM skins can even be replaced with community developed GSIs in favor of a close-to-stock Android experience. While you should be able to boot Google’s AOSP GSI onto any Project Treble-supported device, you’ll be missing out on many features that lend to a proper day-to-day experience. That’s where XDA Recognized Developer phhusson‘s custom GSI comes in. He incorporates many bug fixes and feature additions that aren’t available in Google’s GSI in order to make them actually usable on a day-to-day basis. The developer has now refreshed his custom Project Treble GSI project with the latest June 2020 security patches and a number of new device-specific patches.

Quack Phh-Treble — XDA Thread

Since our last article, phhusson has published an intermediate test build (v217) before today’s release (v218). The optical under-display fingerprint scanner on various Samsung devices such as the Galaxy A51 should work properly from now on. Moreover, there is a new option to correctly expose the auxiliary camera sensors on Samsung smartphones. Users can now remove the telephony service on Wi-Fi only devices. Owners of the Xiaomi Mi 9 and the Redmi Note 9S/Note 9 Pro should be happy to know that the updated GSIs no longer break Netflix HD streaming.

The cumulative changelog can be found below:

• June security patch
• Treble Settings’ securize option now works on Magisk
• Add “disable A2DP offload” workaround in Treble Settings
• Add double-tap-to-wake for Vsmart devices
• Enable Netflix HD on Xiaomi Mi 9 and Redmi Note 9S (probably requires Securize)
• Fix missing navigation gestures in gapps variant
• Include talkback in gapps variant
• Fix exfat on some Q vendors
• Enable Xiaomi options on Redmi devices (Redmi Note 9S)
• Fix Bluetooth on Redmi Note 9S, fingerprint-as-enter, and broken audio
• Re-enable Gapps on 32bits targets
• Enable Android Go gapps on all targets
• Fix optical under-display fingerprint on Samsung devices (Galaxy A51, Galaxy A50, …)
• Add an option to expose all cameras on Samsung devices
• Improve under-display fingerprint for Xiaomi devices running MIUI 12 vendor
• Add an option to remove telephony service for WiFi-only devices
• Add a workaround in Treble Settings for a bug on some devices where video recording is broken after some uptime

Download Quack Phh-Treble v218

In case you need help choosing the correct package for your device, install the Treble Info app linked below. Users are suggested to take a complete off-device backup before installing the custom AOSP GSI as the flashing process will require you to factory reset your device.

Treble Info (Free⁺, Google Play) →

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Google is being sued for tracking users in Incognito Mode

Incognito Mode is a feature most of us take for granted by now. All current browsers have at least some iteration of it: a mode where browsing history and cookies are not saved. Many people wrongly assume that Incognito Mode makes you completely anonymous online. That is, in fact, not true, and Chrome even warns you of that when starting a session. However, some argue that Google is still collecting some data, and now the company is facing a $5 billion lawsuit for this.

The initial report by Reuters describes that a complaint has been filed at a federal court in San Jose, California. The reason? Google still picks up some of your personal information, such as shopping habits and other sensitive data, even when you’re in incognito mode. How do they do it? Through services such as Google Ad Manager, Google Analytics, etc. This collected information is not directly tied to the user, but it could potentially be used to identify a user if the information matches previous habits.

Google does note that your activity might still be visible to websites and your Internet provider, but this seems to not fit that description, hence the lawsuit. The claimant is looking for at least $5,000 of damages per user for charges of federal wiretapping and violations of California privacy laws: the full $5 billion lawsuit would then cover “millions” of users who have browsed the web since June 1st, 2016. Google might then be facing down a pretty grim path if the lawsuit actually goes through. This is not the first time Google goes under fire for their privacy antics, and it will also probably not be the last one.

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Source: Reuters | Via: 9to5Google

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