Google Pixel Fold will reportedly have a bigger battery than Samsung's Fold

Google's first foldable is expected soon if the rumours are to be believed. And it'll supposedly sport a larger battery than Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold4. The rumoured Pixel Fold will supposedly launch during Google I/O on May 10 (like the rumoured Pixel 7a). According to leaked internal marketing materials, the device is to have a larger battery “that Google says will last for 24 hours, or up to 72 hours in a low power mode.” 

It will reportedly also sport a closed-book 5.8-inch phone that folds out into a 7.6-inch tablet, a Google Tensor G2 processor, and a retail price starting at USD 1,700 (around CAD 2,285). The Pixel Fold will reportedly be three-quarters of an ounce heavier at 10oz (around 283g). Google claims it sports the "most durable hinge on a foldable," which is a likely dig at how Samsung's original Fold was notoriously breakable. The company will also supposedly throw in a free Pixel Watch with your purchase.

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Instagram lets you add 5 links to your profile

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Instagram wants you to stop using services like Linktree by letting you add five links to your profile. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg acknowledges in his announcement that it's "probably one of the most requested features we’ve had." This feature should be available to all users. And you can add links to your profile by simply tapping on the "Edit profile" button. When the feature makes it your way, the app should even prompt you to add multiple links.

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Meta opens Horizon Worlds to teens in Canada, the US

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Meta is making Horizon Worlds available to younger teens. The metaverse space will be accessible to teens aged 13 to 17 in Canada and the US in the coming weeks. Meta promises "robust" safety measures and parental controls. It wants to ensure the experience is "age-appropriate." And this gradual rollout will determine how well the protections are working.

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Report: Google Pixel 7a price leaked ahead of May launch

Google is reportedly planning an earlier release for the Pixel 7a. The company supposedly plans to introduce the device at Google I/O 2023 on May 10. 9to5Google reports the smartphone will retail for USD 499 (around CAD 667), a USD 50 (~CAD 67) increase over last year's model. 

The price increase might be due to new improvements coming to the phone. It'll supposedly feature an upgraded 64-megapixel main camera joined by a 13-megapixel ultrawide sensor. It'll also reportedly sport the Tensor G2 chip found on the Pixel 7 and 7 Pro, a new 90Hz screen, and wireless charging support.