Google has released Android 15 Beta 1.2, addressing the lack of NFC tap-to-pay, and includes the April 2024 security patch. The update is available for 10 supported Pixel devices, including the Pixel 6, Pixel 7, and Pixel 8 series, and will be rolled out to eligible devices enrolled in the Android Beta for Pixel program.

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Google has confirmed updates to Wear OS 5 and Android TV ahead of its I/O 2024 conference. The updates will be showcased during the event, which is scheduled to take place in the coming weeks.

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Apple announces an event titled 'Let Loose' on May 7, where it is expected to update the iPad hardware lineup. Rumors suggest the end of FineWoven case production and a possible smaller screen for the iPhone 17 Plus. AirPlay for hotels is now available, and Apple is close to a deal to exclusively stream the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

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Amazon offers the CalDigit TS3 Plus Thunderbolt 3 dock for $189.99, a $60 discount from its usual $250 price. This is a new 2024 low, beating previous mentions by $10 and nearing the all-time low from Black Friday.

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Amazon offers the Victrola Hi-Res Onyx Turntable for $200, a 50% discount from its usual $400 price. This 2-speed turntable with Bluetooth support is a great starter option for vinyl listening, available for the first time at this price.

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A traveler used their iPhone to navigate Europe, utilizing features such as currency conversion in Notes and iMessage, and a shared library for trip photos. The trip lasted eight days and covered multiple cities.

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XPeng Motors presented at the 2024 Beijing International Auto Show, unveiling its 2K Pure Vision Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). The company's CEO, He Xiaopeng, also announced a new sub-brand for electric vehicles. The event took place in Beijing, China.

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Rad Power's RadRover 6 Plus e-bike is discounted by up to $500 in a flash sale, now priced at $1,099. The Rachio 3 3rd Generation Smart 4-Zone Sprinkler Controller is also on sale for $99, and Anker's EverFrost Dual-Zone Portable Cooler 50 is available for $619 in a one-day sale.

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Google has released the initial session list for I/O 2024, featuring four focus areas: Mobile, Web, and AI. The list includes sessions on developing for various audiences and form factors, creating fast and secure sites, and accessing cutting-edge AI models.

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