Gmail App's Dark Mode Finally Completes Rollout on iPhone and iPad

After months of delay and inconsistent functionality, the rollout of Google's long-awaited dark mode for Gmail appears to have finally completed on iPhone and iPad.


Version 6.0.200519 of Gmail, which propagated through the App Store overnight, includes the following release notes:

Pro Tip (if you haven't noticed): You can now switch between dark or light theme after upgrading to iOS 13. Or you can use the system theme set by default.

Google announced dark mode for its Gmail app back in September 2019, but rollout since then has been patchy on iOS to say the least, with some users managing to activate dark mode in the app, only for it to vanish on the next restart. Others haven't been able to access the feature at all.

With a bit of luck, today's update should bring an end to months of waiting for a large segment of users. To enable dark mode in Gmail on ‌iPhone‌ and ‌iPad‌, update the app on your device, then follow these steps.

1. Launch the Gmail app.
   
2. Tap the Menu icon (the three lines) in the top-left corner of the screen.
   
3. Scroll down and tap Settings.
   
   
4. Tap Theme. (If you don't see the option, try force-quitting and then relaunching the app.)
   
5. Select Light, Dark, or System default. The latter option makes Gmail's theme default to your device's system settings, which is a useful option if you've set the appearance of iOS to change automatically depending on the time of day.
   

Note that if your device is running iOS 11 or iOS 12, you'll see a Dark theme toggle instead of a Theme submenu in the Settings screen.

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Motorola releases Moto G Fast and Moto E (2020)

In the US, Motorola announced two new mid-range smartphones--the Moto G Fast and Moto E (2020).

Moto E (2020)

Moto G Fast and Moto E (2020)

Moto G Fast features curved back design with IP52 dust and rain resistance, 6.4-inch 1560 x 720 Max Vision IPS screen, 11nm Snapdragon 665 SoC, 3GB RAM, 32GB expandable storage, and 4,000mAh battery with USB-C 10W charging.

It also features a 16MP f/1.7 main cam, 8MP ultra-wide cam, and a  2MP macro camera. In the front, it uses an 8MP selfie cam inside the punch-hole screen. It also has a fingerprint scanner at the back, 3.5mm headphone slot, and 4G LTE.

On the other hand, the Moto E (2020) is a handset equipped with an IPX2 rated body and a 6.2-inch LCD screen, and 1520 x 720 resolution. It sports a Snapdragon 632 SoC, 2GB RAM, 32GB expandable storage, and 3,550mAh battery with micro USB charging.

For cameras, it comes with a 13MP main cam and a 2MP depth camera. It also has a fingerprint reader at the back and 4G LTE.

Both phones run with Android 10 OS with at least one major OS update for Moto G Fast.

Moto G Fast - USD 200 (around PHP 9.9K)

Moto E (2020) - USD 150 (around PHP 7.4K)

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HONOR 8S 2020 with 64GB storage and GMS announced

In the UK, HONOR has revealed a slightly revamped 2020 edition of the HONOR 8S last year.

The new HONOR 8S

HONOR 8S 2020

The HONOR 8S 2020 is still basically the same with the HONOR 8S except that it has a larger 3GB RAM (from 2GB) and 64GB storage (from 32GB).

It retained the 5.71-inch HD+ IPS display, 12nm Helio A22 quad-core SoC, 3,020mAh battery, 13MP main cam, 5MP selfie cam, face unlock tech, loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack, dual-mic, 4G LTE, GPS, GLONASS, and dual SIM slots.

HONOR also managed to retain Google Mobile Services on this phone.

HONOR 8S 2020 Specs

Display: 5.71-inch IPS screen w/ HD+ 1520 x 720 resolution at 295 ppi

CPU: 2.0GHz 12nm Helio A22 quad-core processor

GPU: PowerVR GE8300

RAM: 3GB

ROM: 64GB expandable via microSD card slot up to 512GB (dedicated)

Back Camera: 13MP f/1.8 w/ PDAF and LED flash

Selfie Camera: 5MP f/2.2 w/ AI face beauty

Battery: 3,020mAh

OS: Android 9.0 Pie w/ EMUI 9.0

Connectivity: WiFi, 700MHz 4G LTE, Bluetooth 5.0, FM Radio, GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, dual SIM (nano)

Sensors: Accelerometer, light, proximity, sound

Others: Face unlock, loudspeaker, dual mic, Colors: black, blue, gold

Dimensions: 147.13 x 70.78 x 8.45 mm

Weight: 146 g

Price: TBC

UK price with direct to PHP conversion (no taxes and duties yet):

GBP 99.99 (around PHP 6.3K)

The phone is now available for purchase in the UK.

What do you guys think?

Source: HONOR

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Nickelodeon Pixel Town now available in Google Play and Apple App Store

Nickelodeon Pixel Town is a new city building game that recently became available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. 

Nickelodeon Pixel Town now available in Google Play and Apple App Store

It now has over 130,000 pre-registrations

Collect characters, buildings and more

In the game, players are tasked to build their own version of Nickelodeon city. They can collect Nickelodeon characters, costumes, and animations. You will interact with popular characters such as SpongeBob, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Invader Zim, CatDog, Jimmy Neutron and more to complete quests.

There are over 60 residents to meet from 13 Nickelodeon shows, 60 buildings to unlock and build, decorative structures, fun quests, and rewards. You can also visit other player's Pixel Town as well.

During the launch of the Game, you can use the code PIXELTOWNHL to redeem 500 gems for free. Here's how you redeem:

1. Go to the Pixeltown website here.
2. Click on "Redemption".
3. Enter your Account ID and Redemption Code.

To play the game, you need to have a device with Android 5.0 and above or iOS 10 and above.

What do you guys think?

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PayMaya tapped for cashless taxi rides

PayMaya is accelerating the adoption of digital payments in the Philippine transportation industry as it now works with ride-hailing app hirna. 

Hirna taps PayMaya for cashless bookings

PayMaya, hirna partner for cashless rides

Users and partner-drivers of hirna could soon enjoy cashless transactions with quick response (QR) code, which would be provided by the digital financial services leader.

Hirna's partner-drivers, meanwhile, can install PayMaya Negosyo app on their smartphones, and register to have an account and receive a QR code.

Cash bookings may be a thing of the past for commuters in the cities of Davao, Iloilo, Butuan, and Bacolod.

When we launched hirna, our promise was to provide a safe, reliable, and convenient transportation option to commuters. By providing our passengers with digital payment options through PayMaya, we are helping ensure a safer ride whenever they book a ride with one of our partner taxis, said hirna President and CEO Francisco "Coco" Mauricio. 

PayMaya President Shailesh Baidwan said this move was in line with the Department of Transportation's order to embrace contactless payments to avoid the spread of the Coronavirus disease 2019. 

Enabling safe transportation for all through digital payments is part of our thrust with our partnership with the DOTr and the LTFRB. By supporting digital payments for the transportation sector, PayMaya’s cashless solutions provide greater safety and more convenience for operators, drivers and commuters, Baidwan said. 

What do you guys think?

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