News
Leak has revealed everything about the Galaxy Note 20 series
Everything but the price
In the weeks leading to August, the Galaxy Note 20 series exploded in leaked content and rumored specs. We already know a lot about the upcoming flagship series. Apparently, however, the leaks aren’t done yet. Today, a new leak reveals everything about the Galaxy Note 20 series.
WinFuture, a German source, has leaked the full list of specs included in the Galaxy Note 20. Yesterday, the same source printed the specs of the smartphone’s bigger sibling, the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. By far, the latter’s most notable feature is Xbox streaming. How will the regular variant compare?
As expected, the regular version will have a smaller screen: a 6.7-inch display with 2400 x 1080 resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate. In comparison, the larger Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will put out images with a 6.9-inch display with 3200 x 1440 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Strangely, the regular version will have a plastic back panel, compared to the premium’s metal rear.
Inside, the Note 20 series will have Exynos 990 or Snapdragon 865 Plus, depending on territory. The Note 20 tops out at 8GB of RAM and 256GB of non-expandable internal storage. The Note 20 Ultra will have up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.
Further, while the Note 20 Ultra is reportedly getting a 108-megapixel telephoto rear camera, the Note 20 will carry a 64-megapixel telephoto + 12-megapixel wide + 12-megapixel ultra-wide rear camera combination. On the front, you’ll find a 10-megapixel selfie shooter.
The Note 20 will also have a lesser S Pen. While the Note 20 Ultra touts a stylus with only 9ms of latency, the Note 20 will have an S Pen with 26ms of latency. Topping off the list of differences, the Note 20 will have only a 4300mAh battery, a slight downgrade from the Note 20 Ultra’s 4500mAh beast.
Overall, the Note 20 is clearly different from the Note 20 Ultra. Though we don’t know about their individual price tags yet, the Note 20 Ultra will certainly carry some heft. However, if you have the bucks for it, getting the Note 20 Ultra might be worth it.
SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra leaked in hands-on video
Apps
Disney+ launches a TikTok-coded vertical feed called Verts
TikTok has changed how we consume media. Everything is now vertical. Even the most established streaming services, often a bastion for traditionally horizontal content, is adopting the different format. Now, Disney+ is getting a vertical feed called Verts.
Like its contemporaries, Verts presents a continuous feed of content but tailored to show the plethora of titles from the Disney+ library. This might include the first scenes of shows or notable highlights. The hope, of course, is to direct users to the longform content.
Directly from the Verts feed, users can easily add the respective title to their watchlist or go straight to the title’s page. In turn, the feed is accessible from the homepage since it has its own tab.
According to Disney, early experiments with the feature have driven engagement to available content. Right now, the feed is mostly for clipping enticing content from shows. However, the platform will experiment further with the format for new ways to tell stories.
Though Verts surely stands for “verticals” in this case, “adverts” might fit better as its full government name. Still, it might be a useful tool if you’re figuring out what to watch for the night.
Currently, Verts is available for Disney+ subscribers in the United States. Disney also has plans to expand the feature to ESPN for sports-related content.
SEE ALSO: Live NBA action on Disney Plus now available in the Philippines
Some of today’s navigation apps are living in the future. Instead of a two-dimensional map, these apps render the user’s surroundings in 3D. It’s a nifty upgrade that helps drivers more accurately visualize directions on the fly. Finally, Google Maps is getting a much-needed upgrade and will take navigation to the third dimension.
In a new update rolling out today, the new Immersive Navigation feature will bring your surroundings to life. The 3D view creates a render of the surrounding buildings, overpasses, and terrain around the car. It takes the guesswork out of navigation by showing precisely where to turn and what landmarks to look out for.
In the same vein, you can now use Street View to preview your destination before you arrive. Google Maps will also highlight your destination’s entrance, side of the street, and nearby parking.
Outside of how the map is visualized, Google Maps is also infusing its service with Gemini. The new Ask Maps feature will let you engage with the app in a conversational manner. For example, if you’re in the middle of a long drive, you can now ask Maps where the best place is to stop over and have a coffee break. Ask Maps will provide directions, a potential itinerary, and even helpful links to book a reservation ahead of time.
Now, availability for both of these features is still a bit limited. Immersive View is rolling out today to compatible devices and vehicles in the United States. Further, availability will expand over the coming months.
Meanwhile, Ask Maps is available now in the United States and India for Android and iOS. A desktop version is coming soon.
SEE ALSO: Google Maps is finally getting a power saving mode
Entertainment
KPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel
Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans will return to write and direct.
This feels like a formality at this point. Netflix and Sony have officially confirmed that KPop Demon Hunters is getting a sequel.
If you feel like you’ve read this exact title before, then you’re not alone. Since its massive success last year, the hit animated film constantly spawned talks of a potential franchise. It probably helped that the title quickly became Netflix’s most-watched film of all time. From the last we’ve heard of the rumors, Netflix was reportedly eyeing a 2029 premiere for the sequel.
Now, it’s official. As posted by Netflix itself, KPop Demon Hunters will get a sequel soon. Even better, the follow-up will be written and directed by the same duo, Maggie Kang and Chris Applehans.
Kang, who celebrated the first movie’s ability to tell a Korean story, says that there’s a lot more to explore in the film’s universe. “There’s so much more to this world we have built and I’m excited to show you. This is only the beginning,” she said.
Right now, the plot’s sequel is still unknown, especially since the Saja Boys were defeated in the first film.
Given how big the original movie got, the sequel is no surprise. Besides bagging the top spot on Netflix’s charts, the film also got an eventual release in theaters. KPop Demon Hunters is up for a potential Oscars win after it was nominated for Best Animated Feature. Its hit song, “Golden,” is also nominated for Best Original Song.
SEE ALSO: KPop Demon Hunters is now Netflix’s most-watched movie
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