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YouTube Rolls Out Sleep Timer and Fine-Tuned Playback Speed for All Users
YouTube is rolling out some user feedback-based updates to enhance the experience of watching videos. Among them is a fine-tuning of playback speed. The days of a playback speed of only 0.25 speeds are gone. YouTube has refined playback speed in increments of 0.05 while having a maximum playback of 2x.
Similarly, YouTube is going to add its sleep timer feature for all users besides making it previously available to premium members. The sleep timer allows one to set up playback so that it automatically stops after ten, fifteen, twenty, thirty, or forty-five minutes, one hour, or the expiration of the current video.
Later this year, iOS will bring enhancements to browsing in landscape mode and allow users to resize and move the in-app miniplayer around. YouTube, the video giant, is also giving users the opportunity to create a collaborative playlist with choices for customizing thumbnails using their own pictures or generative AI. Voting for videos within the playlists will also arrive later this year.
Badges will come pretty fast for those using their mobile devices for YouTube or YouTube Music. However, these badges will in fact highlight accomplishments such as being one of the first paid members of a channel or being correctly quizzed.
Last but not least, YouTube on TV becomes even more “cinematic”, with so many pops of pink and subtle redesigns to help add even more dynamism. Visiting a creator’s channel page will begin playing a teaser video automatically when you arrive.
These updates are generally to further improve the overall experience for users, both mobile and TV, on YouTube.
OnePlus has confirmed that its new OnePlus Buds 4 will officially launch in India on July 8, 2025. Ahead of the launch, the company has shared key details about the earbuds, focusing on better sound quality, useful features, and comfortable design.
Powerful Sound and Low Latency for Gamers
The OnePlus Buds 4 are built with dual drivers and dual DACs to deliver clear and detailed sound. The earbuds also support Hi-Res LHDC 5.0 and 3D Audio, which are designed to provide a high-quality and immersive listening experience.
For mobile gamers, the Buds 4 will offer a 47ms ultra-low latency Game Mode, which helps reduce sound delay. This is especially helpful for competitive gaming where timing and fast response are very important.
Active Noise Cancellation and AI Translation
OnePlus has confirmed that the Buds 4 will support Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) up to 55dB, helping to block outside noise for better focus on music or calls.
Another exciting feature is AI Translation, which allows real-time language translation during conversations with just a tap on the earbud. This could be very useful for people who travel or communicate in different languages.
Long Battery Life and Fast Charging
The Buds 4 are expected to offer up to 11 hours of playback time on a single charge. With the charging case, the total listening time can go up to 45 hours. The earbuds also support fast charging, giving users hours of playback with just a short charge.
Stylish Design and Smart Features
The earbuds will be available in two color options: Zen Green and Storm Gray. They also include slide gestures on the earbud stems, making it easy to control the volume by sliding your finger.
OnePlus has added Steady Connect technology to ensure a stable Bluetooth connection, especially when used outdoors. Other useful features include Google Fast Pair for quick device connection and Dual-Device Connection, allowing users to easily switch between two connected devices.
Availability
The OnePlus Buds 4 will be available for purchase after the launch on Amazon.in, the OnePlus online store, OnePlus Experience stores, and select offline stores across India.
Motorola is getting ready to launch its new smartphone, the Moto G96 5G, in India on July 9, 2025, at 12 PM. Ahead of the official launch, the phone’s full specifications and features have been revealed through its Flipkart landing page.
Powerful Chipset and Storage Options
The Moto G96 5G will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, which Motorola claims offers segment-leading performance. It will come in two storage options: 8GB RAM + 128GB and 8GB RAM + 256GB. With virtual RAM support, users can access up to 24GB of dynamic RAM. The phone will run on Android 15 out of the box and will receive three years of security updates.
Stunning Curved Display
The smartphone will feature a 6.67-inch 3D curved pOLED display with several advanced features such as Display Color Boost, 10-bit color, 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy, 1600 nits brightness, SGS eye protection, and Gorilla Glass 5. It will also support a smooth 144Hz refresh rate for a better viewing experience.
AI Camera with Sony Sensor
For photography, the Moto G96 5G will include a 50MP Sony LYTIA 700C main camera with optical image stabilization (OIS) and AI Photo Enhancement powered by Moto AI. On the front, there will be a 32MP selfie camera, promising sharp and clear selfies.
Long Battery Life
The phone will be backed by a 5500mAh battery, and Motorola claims it will offer up to 42 hours of regular use. It also supports 32 hours of video playback, 35 hours of talk time, and 119 hours of music playback.
Audio, Security, and Design
Additional features include dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos and Hi-Res Audio, along with Motorola’s software suite like Smart Connect, Cross Device Search, Swipe to Stream, and Family Space 3.0. It also offers ThinkShield Protection 3.0 and Moto Secure 3.0 for added privacy and safety.
The IP68-rated body protects the phone from dust and water, and Water Touch Technology allows touch controls even with wet hands. The phone will have a Vegan Leather finish and will be available in Blue, Purple, and Green color options.
Availability
The Moto G96 5G will launch on Flipkart as an exclusive product, and full pricing and sale details will be announced at the event on July 9.
Honor is all set to launch its latest foldable smartphone — the Magic V5 — today, July 2, 2025, at 7 PM (local time) in China. Just before the official debut, the company has once again teased some of the phone’s key features, highlighting its slim design, powerful performance, and AI capabilities.
Slim and Powerful Foldable Phone
According to teasers shared on Weibo, the Honor Magic V5 will feature a super slim body, with a folded thickness of just 8.8mm, which the company claims makes it the world’s thinnest foldable phone. It will also be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Version chipset, promising fast and smooth performance.
Honor is marketing the Magic V5 as its “most powerful AI phone” to date. One of the confirmed AI features is AI internal screen foreign object detection, with more smart tools expected to be included.
Camera, Battery, and Build
The Magic V5 will include a 64MP ultra-sensitive periscope telephoto camera with optical image stabilization (OIS), making it the foldable with the highest pixel telephoto lens. Despite its thin and light design, the phone will house a large 6,100mAh battery, offering long-lasting usage.
Honor has also added its Luban shock-absorbing hinge, designed for improved durability against drops both on the inside and outside of the phone.
Smart Features and Color Options
The device will come with PC-level productivity tools and support the brand’s YOYO smart assistant. Customers in China will have four color choices: Velvet Black, Warm White, Silk Road Dunhuang, and Dawn Gold.
Launch Event and Other Products
The Magic V5 will be launched alongside several other Honor devices, including the MagicPad 3 tablet, MagicBook Art 14 2025 laptop, Watch 5 Ultra smartwatch, and Open Earbuds. The event will be live-streamed on various e-commerce and media platforms in China.