Intelligent Display Tech showcased in new TCL 20 Pro 5G and TCL 20S

TCL Communications today announced that its TCL 20 Pro 5G and TCL 20S smartphones are coming to Canada. Mixing the pricing of midrange phones with flagship features, TCL'a phones have improved each year, notably in the display and camera departments where users will find features akin to many more expensive models from the likes of Samsung.

Both the TCL 20 Pro 5G and the TCL 20S offer innovative high-resolution displays, better-than-life video visuals, a full suite of camera features and outstanding battery and storage capabilities, all at affordable price points.

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Samsung promises 4 years of Android security updates on devices

Samsung will continue to offer at least four years of Android security updates on a variety of devices in its Galaxy Z, S, A, M, XCover and Tab lines. This is an extension of Samsung's earlier three year commitment. This is great news for owners of these devices planning on keeping them a bit longer. “Mobile devices play such an important role in our lives," said Samsung's Mobile VP and head of security Seungwon Shin. "It’s only natural that we want to hold onto them longer. That’s why, thanks to the latest technology advancements, we’re committing to securing Galaxy devices for even longer, so that everything that should be kept protected stays protected.”

In orer to continue provideing security and feature updates, Samsung reportedly teamed up with Google, chipset partners, and wireless carriers and sellers to more efficiently deliver security updates to existing devices. Hit jump to see the full list of supported Samsung devices.

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Xbox Canada shows off unusual denim controller

Call it the Xbox Controller "Canadian Tuxedo" edition. Xbox Canada is showing off a quirky and unusual controller for its consoles that is wrapped in denim fabric and even comes with a belt loop and two diminuitive pockets. This is a one of a kind curiosity which appears to be functional and is designed to build some hype while having fun with localized gamers. It is unlikely that we'll see this controller in mass production although Xbox might give some of its favourite gamers and influencers these denim controllers. 

This isn't the first time Microsoft has opted for fabrics in its devices. The Surface line has long had plushy fabrics and even Alcantara which is a high-quality synthetic leather which didn't age well and absorbed grease and dirt. Will we see denim Surface Laptops in the future? It's Microsoft so, who really knows. But we can still enjoy a creative and unusual spin on the Xbox Controller.

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Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphone will find and unlock new cars from Audi, BMW, Ford, and Genesis

One of the more exciting functionality announcement from Samsung's Galaxy S21 line of smartphones is that they will be able to use Ultra Wide Band Bluetooth to find and unlock new vehicles from Audi, BMW, Ford and Genesis. Samsung is expanding its ecosystem by partnering with carmakers to add the convenience so smartphone owners can access and unlock upcoming vehicles.

“With precise distance calculation, Samsung’s UWB-enabled digital key sends short pulses between the mobile device and the paired car, unlocking the door once you reach it,” Samsung explained. “Without UWB, users will be able to use their compatible smartphones as a car key through NFC.” Models like the Galaxy S21 Plus, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra support UWB for finer and more accurate location tracking. Turning smartphones into digital key fobs can be very convenient since car owners can possibly share access to their vehicles without turning over their real keys. The feature is expected to roll out later this year pending some standardization.

Source: XDA Developers