Sonos weighs old app revival

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Sonos has been grappling with the issues surrounding the redesigned app it launched in April. The buggy, incomplete app was met with widespread criticism and customer dissatisfaction. Despite the company's efforts to address the issues, the app continues to cause frustration for users.

In an attempt to alleviate the situation, Sonos leadership is reportedly considering a return to its previous "S2" app. This move would provide a temporary solution for users while the company works to resolve the problems with the newer app.

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Microsoft bids farewell to Paint 3D

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Microsoft is discontinuing Paint 3D, the enhanced version of the classic Paint app, later this year. Originally introduced with Windows 10 as a part of Microsoft's focus on creators, Paint 3D is set to be removed from the Microsoft Store on November 4, 2024.

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Volkswagen's Golf EV might come out earlier than expected

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Volkswagen's partnership with Rivian might bring the much-anticipated electric VW Golf to market sooner than expected. The German carmaker will reportedly launch the Golf EV to market in 2029, or even sooner, as its first electric vehicle based on its software-define Scalable Systems Platform.

Volkswagen expects its new joint venture with Rivian to pay dividends. It plans to invest up to US$5 billion, with US$3 billion going to Rivian and $2 billion going into the venture. According to reports, it will upgrade Volkswagen's Modular electric drive matrix (MEB) platform to MEB+ in 2026. These moves can help ensure the Golf EV comes out sooner.

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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 bring significant upgrades

Google's latest flagship earbuds, the Pixel Buds Pro 2, offer a substantial improvement over their predecessors. While the overall design remains similar, the new model is lighter and smaller, with improved comfort thanks to the return of wing fins.

The standout feature is a significant boost in noise cancellation, now twice as powerful as the original Pixel Buds Pro. Google has also introduced a new Tensor A1 chip, similar to Apple's approach with AirPods, which enhances sound quality and processing capabilities.

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