Google is offering deals on official Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro cases. The Pixel 8 Pro case is available for $28.45, a 20% discount from its usual price of $35, and the Pixel 8 case is available for $29.47. Both cases are available with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $35.

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DJI released a stunning Mavic 3 Pro video capturing the full climbing route of Mount Everest, from the base camp at 5,300 meters to the summit at 29,000 feet. The video showcases the rugged beauty and scale of the world's highest peak, highlighting the Khumbu Icefall and surrounding glaciers.

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Autel Robotics has released critical firmware updates for the EVO II V3 series drones in the EU and UK to comply with drone Remote ID regulations. The updates include a new pairing method, bug fixes, and optimizations for video transmission feed performance, no-fly zone function, and remote ID function. The firmware versions are Autel Explorer app v3.1.0.107, Aircraft v1.1.78, and Remote Controller v1.3.9.15.

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Arrive AI, an Indianapolis-based company, has raised over $1.5 million in its latest crowdfunding effort, exceeding its target. This is the third consecutive time the company has raised more than $1 million. The company, previously known as Dronedek, has now raised over $11 million through individual contributions and crowdfunding rounds, with over 5,000 individual contributors backing its business model.

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Samsung is revamping its Bixby AI assistant with the application of Gen AI technology, focusing on natural language and redefining its capabilities. The upgrade is based on Samsung's own LLM. Samsung's TM Roh spoke to CNBC about the update, which was previously reported earlier this year.

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Google Play Store is not showing available updates for system-level apps, including Google Partner Setup, a required application for devices running Google Mobile Services. This app was recently moved to the Play Store to deliver bug fixes, improvements, and critical updates faster. Devices running Android 7 or earlier will not receive an update for this app.

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Joby Aviation, an eVTOL developer, completed a 523-mile flight in California using hydrogen-electric propulsion developed by its subsidiary H2FLY. The company has secured a US location for eVTOL production and is expanding air taxi operations worldwide, starting in Dubai. Joby Aviation achieved its first flight with a pilot onboard in October 2023 and demonstrated its technology in New York City.

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Google Wallet is adding a Quick Settings Tile, which might bring a shortcut to Samsung devices. The feature was rolled out with direct notifications in June. The information was extracted from an APK Insight post, which decompiled the latest version of the Google Wallet app.

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Samsung has announced the Galaxy Z Flip 6, a foldable device that shares almost everything in common with its predecessor, the Flip 5. The device has the same inner display and outer display, and is nearly identical in form factor. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is part of Samsung's new foldable duo, which also includes the Galaxy Z Fold 6.

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