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Pixel 4’s face unlock works with eyes closed sparking security concern Google Pixel 4’s face unlock feature works even when registered users have their eyes closed. By comparison, Apple’s Face ID requires eyes to be open and directed towards the iPhone, while Samsung devices like the Galaxy Note 9 use iris scanning for unlocking, accessing banking apps and making secure payments. Following a report by theBBC, Google said in a statement that “Pixel 4 Face Unlock meets the security requirements as a strong biometric....

Vivo V17 Pro review Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Even though it’s well priced and has six versatile cameras, the Vivo V17 Pro is very much geared towards the Chinese market. Its software is a high learning curve for western tastes and tries far too hard to be like iOS, making the phone feel less flexible than Android should. Its six versatile cameras are its saving grace, even if they are not class-leading....

Huawei reports 26% YoY smartphone growth despite US trade ban Huawei has announced its Q3 2019 financial results, stating a 24.4% year on year increase in revenue over the first three quarters of 2019 to CNY 610.8bn, which is £67.1bn at the time of writing. Its smartphone sales were also reportedly up, with 185 million phones sold worldwide in the first three quarters of this year. The company notably did not disclose its Q3-only revenue sales figures, possibly as this figure would show a plateau in sales aftera US trade banwith Google meant the Huawei Mate 30 phone series has had to launch without Google apps and services support....

Lypertek TEVI review Expert’s Rating Pros Cons Our Verdict If you’re looking for a premium pair of wireless earbuds but baulk at the prices these usually command, then the Lypertek TEVI are for you. Great sounds, huge battery life, and all for less than £100/$100. Premium wireless earbuds can often cost you the best part of £200/$200 or more. If this feels like too much to pay for the pleasure of listening to Spotify without having wires hanging out of your ears, newcomer Lypertek is offering its TEVI buds for a more reasonable £100/$100....

O2 launches 5G with SIM-only plans priced same as 4G O2 has launched 5G in the UK following on from EE, BT Mobile and Vodafone. Three has announced its 5G plans but has yet to offer 5G phones or plans. Notably, O2’s 5G plans cost the same as its 4G plans, though this is exclusive of the cost of a handset on a long-term contract. The additional cost of an expensive 5G-ready smartphone makes buying a 5G phone on contract more expensive than 4G, as is the case with every other mobile network....