Android Auto to make split-screen a standard for all displays

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Android Auto's latest refresh will now adapt to the changing sizes and nature of the car's touchscreens. Google says its split-screen display will be a standard for all users, giving you access to critical features like navigation, messages, and the media player on one screen. This option used to be limited to certain vehicles, but it'll now be the default experience for everyone. And this system will adapt to any type of touchscreen. With screens getting larger in cars, like the 56-inch wide display on the Mercedes-Benz EQS, Google decided to adapt to this change. 

"That was part of the new motivation behind this redesign, was being able to adapt our product better to these vehicles that are coming out with these massive portrait displays and massive widescreen displays," said Rod Lopez, lead product manager at Android Auto. "And so our approach has been working really closely with these OEMs [original equipment manufacturers] to make sure that things make sense and they work."

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Google's Pixel Buds Pro adds Active Noise Cancellation, multipoint Bluetooth Connection

Google wants to offer an alternative to Apple AirPods Pro for Android. The new Pixel Buds Pro bring active noise cancellation to the Pixel Buds line. They use custom speakers paired with a custom six-core audio chip to help with noise cancellation. They also have built-in sensors to measure the pressure inside the ear canal. These in-ears are designed to sit deeper into your canal. Google's SilentSeal tech is designed to relieve any stress that might cause. It is meant to block out external noise while avoiding the feeling of being plugged up.

The Pixel Buds Pro also support a multipoint Bluetooth connection, allowing you to automatically swap between two devices, like phones and a computer. And multipoint on these earbuds will support any device, even iOS devices. Yes, it will work with iOS, but you won't get the Pixel Buds app for adjusting settings or EQ.

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'Kirby 64' to land on Switch Online's Expansion Pack on May 20

Kirby fans, you'll be happy to hear that the first 3D Kirby game will be making its way to the Switch Online Expansion Pack. Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards will be available starting May 20. As Engadget pointed out, it's technically a "2.5D" platformer. In the game, you are on a mission to reassemble a shattered crystal by copying and combining your enemies' powers. You can now look forward to playing the multi-player mini-games online or locally.

Xbox announces latest collaboration with OVO SOUND artist, Roy Woods

Xbox Canada just announced an exciting new collaboration with OVO SOUND artist, Roy Woods to design an exclusive capsule collection that's inspired by Woods' upcoming album, Mixed Emotions, will include a custom Xbox Series S, Xbox Wireless Controller and apparel. 

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