The Weekly Authority: 👀 Pixel tablet deets leak

⚡ Welcome to The Weekly Authority, the Android Authority publication that breaks down the highest Android and tech information from the week. The 210th version right here, with a Pixel tablet leak, Samsung’s funds beefy battery launch, IFA 2022 launches, a brand new Mafia sport, and extra of the week’s prime tech information.

🍁 Although it’s not formally fall, it feels prefer it right here. There’s a chill within the air, pumpkin spice lattes are again on the menu (see this version’s Weekly Surprise), and associates maintain asking what my plans are for Halloween. I don’t thoughts — fall is my favourite season!

Samsung:

• Samsung launches a cellphone with a 5,000mAh battery for beneath $300: The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G launched on Thursday with the identical dimension battery because the S22 Extremely, at a few quarter of the fee.
• Samsung Galaxy S21 sequence can be getting the Galaxy S22’s newest digicam replace, bringing a Galaxy Z Fold 4 digicam function to the 2021 flagships.
• And Samsung will now not ship dumb residence home equipment by the tip of 2023, additionally switching all its TV remotes to solar energy.
• Additionally, the Galaxy Tab S8 is the primary Samsung tablet to get the Android 12L-based One UI 4.1.1 replace, now obtainable within the US (and already out in Europe and South Korea).
• Plus: Samsung assaults iPhone 14 sequence earlier than launch.
• Cyberattack on Samsung compromises private data of US customers, might have revealed buyer names, contact and demographic data, date of delivery, and product registration data.
• Lastly: Samsung’s newest foldables doubled shipments in a single key area.

Sony:

• Sony pronounces the Xperia 5 IV: Rather less cellphone for lots much less money – whats up larger battery and brighter display screen, goodbye variable telephoto lens.

• Film followers, rejoice! US theaters are promoting $3 film tickets for newly introduced Nationwide Cinema day on Saturday, September 3.
• Not within the temper for a theater journey? Listed here are the greatest new streaming films this week you may take pleasure in from the consolation of your sofa, together with slow-burn thriller The American.
• We’ve additionally acquired the greatest new TV reveals to stream this week, together with The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Energy.
• Over half of our readers have acquired storage alerts on Android TV — isn’t it about time Google TV and Android TV makers thought-about including extra inner area or storage growth choices?
• Netflix turned 25 on Monday — do you know the primary DVD the corporate ever despatched out was Beetlejuice, or that the “tudum” sound everyone knows so nicely was initially going to be a bleating goat?
• And Netflix with adverts might price from $7 to $9 monthly, might arrive in some markets as early as this yr.
• Talking of, a new report claims Netflix will launch its ad-based plan November 1, forward of the brand new Disney Plus ad-based tier on December 8, however formally, Netflix says no plans have been made.
• Talking of, Netflix secures international streaming rights to an entire host of traditional anime, together with Berserk, Parasyte, Monster, and extra.
• Lastly: Rick and Morty Season 6 will apparently change the way in which we really feel about Rick, touchdown Sunday at 11 PM ET on Grownup Swim, and in addition obtainable on Sling TV, Hulu + Reside TV, YouTube TV, and DirecTV Stream.

• A brand new Mafia sport’s in improvement, however no particulars on a title or launch date, but.
• It appears to be like like Sony’s leaping into cell video games with its acquisition of Savage Recreation Studios — the corporate additionally introduced a brand new PlayStation Studios Cellular Division.
• In the meantime, Sony launches a lighter PS5 mannequin for the second straight yr.
• Talking of acquisitions, Detroit Develop into Human and Heavy Rain developer Quantic Dream’s been purchased by China’s NetEase, although the French sport studio says it can proceed to function independently.
• The Final of Us Half 1 critiques are in: Ars Technica says it has “sufficient severe upgrades to benefit a thumbs-up,” whereas IGN offers it the “click on of approval,” calling it “a completely top-shelf visible showcase of what the PlayStation 5 is able to.”
• And PlayStation Plus’ September video games are revealed: For PS Plus Important subscribers, there’s Want for Pace Warmth, Toem, and Granblue Fantasy Versus, whereas for Additional and Premium accounts, Deathloop and Murderer’s Creed Origins are touchdown from September 6.
• Elsewhere, Fb Gaming is shutting down its app in October, although you may nonetheless discover your video games, streamers, and teams within the Gaming tab within the Fb app.
• Valve says it’s simply handed 5,000 Verified and Playable titles on Steam Deck.
• Talking of, next gen Steam Decks are coming, Valve workers verify.
• ASUS teases Dimensity 9000 Plus-powered ROG Cellphone 6D Final gaming cellphone, and it’s touchdown fairly quickly.
• And Logitech G Gaming Handheld leaks: A slick Android handheld supporting Geforce Now and Xbox Cloud Gaming — might we see it at IFA 2022?
• Lastly: Samsung’s first OLED gaming monitor doesn’t want a console or PC.

• IFA 2022: Right here’s what to anticipate from the tech present — Working till September 6, we’re anticipating lots from Huawei, Lenovo, Asus, and extra (Android Authority).
• What’s the distinction between QLED and OLED? Which one do you have to decide? Although they might look comparable, they’re nothing alike (Android Authority).
• A brand new method to automobile batteries might rework EVs: “Auto corporations are designing methods to construct a automobile’s gas cells into its body, making electrical rides cheaper, roomier, and capable of hit ranges of 620 miles” (Wired).
• Pairwise is utilizing CRISPR to vary the style and taste of staple meals: “The firm gene-edits the ‘least fascinating’ elements of fruit and veggies to enhance their style” (Rising Tech Brew).
• When the UK’s timing programs fail, this service will save them: “Standardized time is broadcast by satellite tv for pc networks all over the world, however their indicators are susceptible to interference — so the UK is constructing a extra resilient system” (Wired).

We’re now into September, and although fall doesn’t formally begin till September 22, it looks as if Starbucks is already early with its pumpkin spice latte (PSL) sport. The common spiced fall drink first landed again in 2003, and has change into a daily on the seasonal calendar yearly, although it appears to reach earlier annually that goes by.

As an enormous fan of something involving pumpkin spice, this acquired me considering. What’s the historical past of this much-lauded spice, and why can we adore it a lot?

• It seems that the favored spice mix is over 200 years outdated — 223 years outdated, to be exact.
• The time period often refers to a mix of spices used to taste pumpkin pie, together with cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice.
• Recipes for spice-filled “pompkin pie” date again to the late 1700s.
• Nevertheless it wasn’t till the Nineteen Thirties that pre-blended Pumpkin Spice combine was obtainable to buy.
• And we nonetheless don’t know who to credit score for the invention of the pumpkin spice latte. It’s stated Peter Dukes (who was Starbucks’ director of espresso — and sure, that could be a actual job title) was the one who introduced the thought to the corporate, alongside seasonal drinks like peppermint mocha and eggnog latte.
• Apparently, when growing the pumpkin spice latte, Starbucks’ analysis and improvement staff poured espresso on prime of pumpkin pies to find out the right ratio of spices to espresso and steamed milk. Sounds scrumptious.
• It wasn’t till 2015 that Starbucks began utilizing actual pumpkin within the drink.
• Seems, the PSL wasn’t even supposed to be such an enormous hit: It debuted in simply 100 Starbucks shops throughout Washington, DC and Vancouver, BC.
• Lately it’s arduous to think about this time of yr with out it.

Pay extra to your PSL

Should you’re craving your favourite fall beverage, a little bit of unhappy information. This yr pumpkin spice lattes are again with an all-time value hike because of inflation:

• In keeping with CNN, a grande PSL will set you again 4% extra in comparison with final yr.
• Meaning you’ll pay between $5.45 and $5.95, relying in your location.
• However you can at all times decide up some pumpkin spice mix, espresso, and milk of your option to make your personal PSL at residence.
• Grabbing one of many greatest sensible espresso makers is an effective place to start out, and also you’ll additionally need to get your arms on a espresso mug hotter to make sure your drink stays toasty.
• Simply go simple with the PSL — an excessive amount of caffeine might affect your sleep, although the greatest sleep trackers make it simpler to keep watch over bedtime habits.

Tech Calendar

• September 2-6: IFA Berlin
• September 6: Huawei Mate 50 sequence launch
• September 7 @ 10 AM PT (1 PM ET, 7 PM CET): Apple’s Far Out occasion
• September 10 @ 9 PM CEST: Ubisoft Ahead showcase
• September 29: OnePlus 10T on sale
• October 6: Pixel 7 launch? (TBC)
• October 13: Pixel 7 on sale? (TBC)
• November 8: Cranium and Bones launch date on Xbox Collection S/X, PS5, PC, Stadia, and Luna
• November 9: God of Struggle: Ragnarok launches on PS4, PS5
• November 18: The Darkish Footage: The Satan in Me launches on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Collection S/X, and PC

It lastly occurred: an AI-generated paintings received first place in a contest…

One thing additional: Take a look at this blissful little stoat enjoying on a trampoline to brighten up your week.

Paula Beaton, Copy Editor.