Top Tech News Today: Google Pixel Watch 3 May Launch In Two Sizes, Microsoft Notepad Users Getting Spellcheck, Autocorrect, More

Google is reportedly gearing up to introduce its latest smartwatch offering at its hardware event scheduled for August 13.

The FCC filings reveal that some versions of the Pixel Watch 3 lineup will include LTE connectivity, allowing for cellular data usage independent of a smartphone.

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Google Pixel Watch 3 May Launch In Two Sizes

Google is reportedly gearing up to introduce its latest smartwatch offering at its hardware event scheduled for August 13. In preparation for this launch, both the standard Pixel Watch 3 and a new, larger Pixel Watch 3 XL have recently received FCC certification. This year marks a significant change in Google's smartwatch strategy, as the company is likely to offer two size options for the first time. According to industry speculation, the smaller model is likely to feature a 41mm case, while the larger XL variant is expected to measure 45mm. The FCC filings reveal that some versions of the Pixel Watch 3 lineup will include LTE connectivity, allowing for cellular data usage independent of a smartphone. Additionally, the new watches are said to incorporate Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, potentially enabling more precise location tracking and improved device-to-device interactions.

Microsoft Notepad Users In Windows 11 Getting Spellcheck, Autocorrect

Microsoft has been quietly enhancing its Notepad app for Windows 11 users, with recent reports indicating the rollout of two new features that were initially tested in March. One of these additions is a spellcheck function for Notepad, which operates similarly to the feature found in Microsoft Word and Edge. It underlines misspelled words in red, allowing users to easily identify and correct errors. This feature can be toggled on or off for specific file types within Notepad.

CMF Phone 1 Launch: Nothing Launches First Modular Phone

London-based technology company Nothing's sub-brand CMF on Monday officially launched three new products, including the much-awaited CMF Phone 1, CMF Watch Pro 2 and CMF Buds Pro 2. CMF Phone 1 claims to bring an incredible camera system, a bright display and a customisable modular design.

Apple Mulling To Start iPad Production In India

Apple is mulling to restart its efforts to produce iPads in India, says a report by Money Control, citing anonymous sources familiar with the company's plans. This renewed interest is reportedly driven by the Indian government's initiatives to draw more manufacturing supply chains to the country. The Cupertino-based tech giant might soon begin searching for a new manufacturing partner in India.

Samsung Workers Go On 3-Day Strike Over Pay & Benefits

Workers at Samsung have staged a three-day general strike against the company over pay and benefits. The protest kicked off today and will last till Wednesday. According to a report by the news agency AFP, the head of a union representing tens of thousands of employees has warned that this protest will impact memory chip production. This is a huge concern for Samsung as the tech giant is the world's largest memory chip maker and accounts for a large portion of the global output of high-end chips.