Android
Android Auto redesign starts rolling out [January 10, 2023]
Android Auto has finally grabbed a new design. According to the information, the Android Auto redesign is rolling out over the globe. As per the changelog, the new split screen layout adapts to different screen sizes.
Maps are now closer to the driver’s seat. The new media player card almost replicates Android 13 and features a seekable progress bar, while the added quick launcher lets you quickly access recently-used apps.
Alongside these, Google Assistant also now adding smart suggestions including missed call reminders, quick arrival time sharing and instant access to music or podcasts. On-screen shortcuts speed up message replies and calling favorite contacts.
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Astronauts took the Huawei P50 Pro to space
Recently, Chinese astronauts have taken the flagship Huawei P50 Pro to space initiated to share some selfies of up there….!! Huawei P50 Pro smartphone in space is just rock, specifically for the International Space Station (via Huawei Central). The dual camera ring design of the phone is clearly visible in the images. As a Chinese astronaut shared some pictures from the Space Station. Which showcased the P50 Pro in his hand taking the phone there.
Also, the phone is pictured within a controlled atmosphere of the space station. Take it to outer space and it will likely destroy itself with its own heat due to lack of cooling. These images might suggest that the smartphone is capable of functioning even in space, but that is unlikely. Modern smartphones are designed to be used in Earth’s atmosphere. While certain functions like the camera and touch may work. There is no chance for signal reception and calling.
The Huawei P50 Pro runs on HarmonyOS and has a 6.6-inch OLED display with 1.07 billion colors, 120Hz refresh rate, and 2700 x 1228p resolution123. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 4G processor with 8 CPU cores. Also, a maximum clock speed of 2840 MHz14. It has a 4360mAh battery that supports 66W wired and 50W wireless charging1.
Additionally, it has a quad camera setup on the back with a 50MP main sensor and a 13MP selfie camera on the front1. It is dust and water-resistant up to 1.5m for 30 minutes3. Also, it measures 158.8 x 72.8 x 8.5 mm and weighs 195g235. It comes in black and gold colors.
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Huawei’s HarmonyOS to Power Volkswagen Cars in China
Recent Chinese sources are reflecting that Huawei’s HarmonyOS teing up Volkswagen, bringing its car to China……!! This practice will serve the Chinese consumers’ strong favor for homegrown technology and VW’s software woes.
Reportedly, the German automaker is looking for a long-term partner in China in general, but Huawei seems to be on top of the list with its push for the HarmonyOS ecosystem. In the opposite direction, Seres dropped HarmonyOS for Android Auto for its cars sold in Europe. Whereas, in the more fateful way Volkswagen hasn’t limited its options to just Huawei. This seeks a partnership lot more sense for VW with Huawei.
The Chinese EV market is booming and competition is fierce, where Volkswagen’s software is often seen as lagging compared to other EV competitors in China. Even Huawei is now competing with its own car brand in the country. Well, this is starting we expect all to be good.
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Huawei to develop 50,000 ICT talents in South Asia in the next five years
On 3rd, April 2023 “Building a Smart Talent Ecosystem, In South Asia, For South Asia” was held at its South Asia representative office in the Bangladesh capital. Where, the announcement made that Huawei, China’s telecommunication giant plans to develop 50,000 information and communication technology talents in South Asia in the next five years.
The event has been attended by journalists and Huawei officials from Huawei South Asia countries. As taking saga continues they will include various programs like building ICT academies, different ICT and startup competitions, online course enrollment, and fresh employee recruitment.
Aiming to support the region with more attention and create better value for the customers, partners, and ecosystem Dhaka office, as well as society with the inspiration “In South Asia, For South Asia.”
On the way to further development, Huawei has the plan to develop 50,000 new ICT talents in the next five years. It was the last year when the company developed more than 6,000 ICT talents in South Asia. This is stated by the Chinese company in its official statement.