Monthly Archives: September 2022

What FPS do movies play in?

The world of video can be confusing, especially if you’re not familiar with some of the terminology, like FPS (frames per second). Keep reading to find out everything you need to know. Whether you’re looking to create your own short films or you’re just trying to learn more about the industry, there is a lot…

Android 14 will add support for satellite connectivity, remove Android Beam

A week ago T-Mobile and SpaceX announced a partnership that will enable smartphones to connect directly to satellites. This will be supported by upcoming Starlink V2 satellites, but will work with existing phones because it will use an existing band in the PCS spectrum. Google SVP of Platforms & Ecosystems Hiroshi Lockheimer announced on Twitter…

Google expands Play Store billing alternatives to many countries

Third-party billing options to Google’s Play Store roll out globally. | Illustration by Alex Castro / The Verge Google has quietly expanded its “User Choice Billing” pilot to let more developers of non-gaming Android apps offer third-party payment options as alternatives to Google Play’s. Developers will see their service fees of 15 to 30 percent…