OnePlus tipped to launch a budget fitness tracker

OnePlus' entry into the smartwatch/fitness tracker space will be a budget-friendly one. And it's rumoured to come to India first. The OnePlus Band will reportedly launch in the country in the first quarter of this year, carrying a price tag of around US$40 (approximately CA$51). It aims to give Xiaomi a run for its money with its budget Mi Band fitness trackers.It's expected to have an AMOLED screen, multi-day battery life, and support for water resistance.

It makes sense for OnePlus to launch in India first as it contributes over a third of its global sales, and it's a testing ground for its less mainstream products, like the OnePlus TV. We won't know if it'll make its way here, or we'll have to hold out hope for its much-rumoured smartwatch.

Source: Android Central

Google experiment surfaces Instagram, TikTok videos in Search

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Google isn't new to indexing videos on its Search platform. But the focus was mostly on desktop-oriented video sites like its own YouTube. Now, the search giant is shifting the focus to the mobile, social media space. Google is experimenting with a new search feature that highlights Instagram and TikTok in a "Short Videos" carousel. It only works for specific terms and shows easy-to-tap thumbnails for relevant videos.

The test is still in its pilot stage, and it works on either your browser or the Google Search app on Android and iOS. Google didn't say if or when it will introduce the carousel to more searches and users. It's a sensible move from the company because if you can find the video you're looking for right from the browser, you're more likely to stay on Google's pages and consequently generate ad money. It also helps save time because it makes it easier to surface videos you might miss on those platforms.

Source: Engadget

Review: 2020 Volvo XC60 T8 Inscription

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The 2020 Volvo XC60 T8 Inscription is a beautifully crafted compact luxury SUV. Our road test model combined a standard combustion engine (supercharged and turbocharged) and an electric motor. The 2020 Volvo XC60 is also available as a plug-in hybrid. The Polestar engineering added to the drive, the vehicle handled well, was powerful, and truly delivered for a performance SUV.

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Review: 2020 GMC Terrain SLT

The GMC Terrain is a crossover SUV that has been in the market for over 10 years. Its rugged look is consistent with the GMC brand and the Terrain is available in 4 trim levels and 2 engine options. We tested the GMC Terrain SLT which included the 2.0L turbocharged engine and all-wheel drive.

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