The iPhone 16 Pro will offer an excellent screen-to-body ratio, the “Imagine” functionality arrives in WhatsApp, three Samsung smartphones soon to be deprived of software updates, this is the recap of the week.
While a very practical new feature joins WhatsApp, Sony launches a new adapter for its Playstation VR2 headset and Samsung announces the end of software tracking for the Galaxy A51 5G, Galaxy A41 and Galaxy M01. The iPhone 16 Pro’s bezels could be even thinner than the Galaxy S24’s, and police shut down a popular new pirate streaming site.
iPhone 16 Pro: the best screen-to-body ratio on the market?
While the future range of Apple smartphones should be revealed in around three months, leaks continue to multiply. This week, Ice Universe lifts the veil on the design of the high-end models. If we are to believe the Chinese leaker, the iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 Pro Max would benefit from particularly thin borders and offer the best screen-body ratio, ahead of the Galaxy S24. To succeed in proposing the “smartphone with the thinnest edges in the world”, Apple uses the Border Reduction Structure (BRS).
Read: The iPhone 16 Pro will have a big advantage over the Galaxy S24
TV Mucho closes its doors
After YggTorrent, it is the turn of another particularly popular pirate site to disappear. In fact, the police closed down TV Mucho, also known as Teeveeing. The IPTV service was active since 2015, had 14,000 subscribers, and the accumulated profits were around 5 million euros in 10 years. 8 people were arrested, after being found in the Canary Islands and in several cities in Spain.
Read: IPTV: this popular pirate site closes its doors after 10 years of existence, the authorities have won
WhatsApp: “Imagine” allows you to create personalized images
A very practical new feature should soon join the messaging application and save time for users who want to easily create personalized images. The tool, called “Imagine”, will rely on artificial intelligence to create specific images with a simple textual description. This innovation is currently only available in certain countries but should be developed quickly.
Read: WhatsApp: you will soon no longer need to spend hours looking for the perfect image for your messages
What is Sony’s new adapter for?
Sony has just lifted the veil on a new adapter that will allow players to enjoy their PSVR2 headset on many PC games. Indeed, thanks to SteamVR compatibility, users will be able to exploit the 4K capabilities of the headset or its finger touch detection. Please note, the adapter will not be cheap since it will be available from 59.99 euros, and Sony warns that certain features will not be transposed to PC.
Read: PlayStation: this new adapter costs 60 euros, but what is it for?
The Galaxy A51 5G, A41 and M01 will no longer benefit from updates
Samsung has updated its website to warn of the end of software tracking for three of its smartphones. Indeed, the Galaxy A51 5G, Galaxy A41 and Galaxy M01 will no longer receive a software update. If you are the owner of one of these models, which have become vulnerable to security breaches, we encourage you to treat yourself to a new smartphone so as not to take any risks.
Read: These three Samsung smartphones will no longer have Android security updates
Our tests of the week
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G: an attractive smartphone for less than 350 euros
During our test, we were won over by the high autonomy, the very careful finishes and the quality of the images without zoom. We also love the 5 year update and the microSD slot. Be careful, you won’t find a charger in the box, charging is quite slow and the quality of night photos is poor. If your priority is to find a powerful smartphone, especially for video games, move on.
Read: Samsung Galaxy A25 5G test: more durable than intelligent
Huawei MateBook X Pro 2024: the best of ultra-portables
Huawei hits hard with this incredible ultra-portable. The MateBook We also love the onboard software and its thin and light design with impeccable finishes. Unfortunately, the XXL price of this excellent computer will not be suitable for all wallets since the MateBook X Pro 2024 is sold at 2499 euros.
Read: Huawei MateBook X Pro 2024 review: thin, light, powerful, ergonomic, it has everything going for it
