HMD Global launches its first notched smartphone, the Nokia X6

HMD Global’s joining the notch bandwagon with its newest smartphone. The Nokia X6 was just unveiled in Beijing, China. It sports both a notch and a 19:9 display, a first for the brand. On top of this, the phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor, up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 64GB internal storage. The X6 runs on Android 8.1 Oreo and has a 3,060mAh battery. The phone comes with a fingerprint scanner at the rear and a headphone jack up top. When it comes to cameras, the X6 has a 16-megapixel and 5-megapixel (monochrome) dual rear camera setup with f/2.0 apertures. In front you get single 16-megapixel shooter with f/2.0 aperture. The camera comes with software features like AI image enhancements (like color balance adjustments and facial recognition), HDR photo mode, and the ability to use both front and rear cameras at the same time.

There are three versions of the phone available for pre-order in China. One is 4GB RAM/32GB ROM model, which retails for CNY 1,299 (around CA$260); another is 4GB RAM/64GB ROM, which retails for CNY 1,499 (around CA$300); and the last is a 6GB RAM/64GB ROM, which retails for CNY 1,699 (around CA$340). It comes in black, dark blue, and silver. No specific release date though or wider availability just yet.

Source: Android Authority

SPOT X launches 2-way functionality, backlit keyboard and trusted SOS functionality

Globalstar Canada has launched the SPOT X 2-way Satellite Messenger combines proven S.O.S. emergency notification technology with new 2-way text messaging functionality, an onboard backlit keyboard and illuminated display, which will make connectivity in remote regions easier and more effective than ever before. The device is priced at $349 CAD and is shipping this month.

SPOT X™ 2-way satellite messenger. The new standalone, portable and lightweight device features 2-way messaging capabilities, an onboard backlit keyboard, GPS location tracking, social media linking and direct communication with emergency services.

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LinkedIn now features job matching and 1-Click application functionality

Knowing whether or not you’re a good fit for a role is one of the most challenging parts of the job hunt. Being able to understand exactly how your skills and experience match with what a potential employer is looking for can feel like solving a riddle with no clear answer. Today, we’re announcing a feature to help ease that process - How You Match.

Now, when you view a job on LinkedIn, look toward the right-hand side of the page to find How You Match. You’ll find a checklist of how factors, like your education level, skills, years of experience, and current job title, match with what a company is looking for in a potential new hire based on criteria they share when posting a job on LinkedIn.

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Color Pop editing feature starts showing up for some Google Photos users

One of the new editing features coming to Google Photos is one the company calls Color Pop. It turns the background into black and white and makes the subject of the photo pop since he/she stays in color. This particular feature seems to be rolling out slowly to the app’s users. Android Authority spotted a Reddit user’s photo showing off Color Pop’s capabilities. Said user didn’t show what the original photo looked like, though. If you want to check it out, you might want to try exploring your Google Photos app to see if the update made its way to you.