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Google Pixel 7 series are the first Android phones to support 64-bit apps
Google’s recently launched Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are the first smartphones that support 64-bit apps. This is a huge deal, considering that modern mobile SoCs are developed on 64-bit architecture, and will therefore run these apps more efficiently, at least in theory. However, the downside is that devices like the Pixel 7 and the Pixel 7 Pro, which support 64-bit apps, are not able to work with 32-bit versions of these apps.
Google wants other device manufacturers to follow their cue and move to 64-bit-only architecture for better security and performance. Image Credit: Google
For years now, Google has been working towards a future where Android would become a 64-bit operating system instead of one that still supports 32-bit software. A 64-bit operating system can access many more memory addresses, which leads to improvements on both security, but more importantly performance. As mentioned earlier, it also drastically improves efficiency.
Android started supporting 64-bit apps in 2011, when they launched Android 5. However, Google never mandated app developers to submit a 64-bit version of their apps back then. In 2019, however, Google made it a requirement for app developers to submit a 64-bit version of their apps.
Even though the Pixel 7 series only supports 64-bit apps, the devices are not running on a 64-bit only version of Android. Instead, they’re only blocking the installation of 32-bit apps and show a message that reads “app not installed as app isn’t compatible with your phone” appearing when a user attempts to install a 32-bit app.
Now, Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro users, and any user who gets a device that supports only 64-bit apps, will not be facing any major challenges. What will happen, is that certain legacy apps, which have not been updated for a long time, and apps that have no 64-bit versions of their apps, will not work on these devices. Do note, that the number of such apps is very limited, and were anyway some form of emulators.
Google hopes that other manufacturers and app developers take the cue and slowly start porting their developing efforts to 64-bit versions only, as Google hopes to make the Android OS a 64-bit OS only at some point in time.
This claim is further supported by the fact that the upcoming Pixel Tablet will be the first Android device that is truly a 64-bit-only device. With Android 14, several other devices are expected to switch over to the 64-bit-only architecture.
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Motorola Edge 50 Pro goes global, launches in Europe, South America and Asia – GSMArena.com news – GSMArena.com
The Motorola Edge 50 Pro was first announced in India at the start of the month, but it was only the first of several Edge 50 devices to come. Today we welcomed the Edge 50 Ultra and the Edge 50 Fusion. Nevertheless, it’s important to highlight that today is also the start of wider availability for the Pro.
The Edge 50 Pro is launching in select European markets at a price of €700 (here it is in Germany), making it more affordable than the Ultra (which has a €1,000 asking price). Check your local Motorola site as well as major retailers.
The Ultra has more processing power (Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 vs. 7 Gen 3) and a more capable camera system to match its price. Compared to the €400 Moto Edge 50 Fusion, the Pro has the better chipset and screen, better camera setup and faster charging to boot.
Anyway, The Pro will also be available in Asia and Oceania, plus select Latin American markets (Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico).
Motorola Edge 50 Pro
There’s no mention of North America, but Motorola maintains a slightly different lineup for the US and Canada (well, different names if nothing else). The press release does end with the promise of “expanding the edge family in North America this year”.
Motorola’s debuting three new flagship phones for its Edge line Tuesday, all of which spotlight artificial intelligence features meant for improving photography.
The Motorola Edge 50 line comes in three tiers, headlined by the Edge 50 Ultra, a midlevel Edge 50 Pro and a base level Edge 50 Fusion.
While these three Moto Edge 50 phones are lined up for an international release, Motorola says that new US-bound Motorola Edge phones will arrive later this year. Motorola used a similar release strategy last year, when 2023’s Motorola Edge and Motorola Edge Plus came to the US with slight modifications to the Motorola Edge 40 line that released in other territories.
The three Moto Edge 50 phones debut Moto AI, which is Motorola’s own take on bringing artificial intelligence features to its latest line of phones. It follows generative AI features we’ve seen from Samsung with Galaxy AI and Google with its various AI features provided to the Pixel 8. At this time, Motorola says Moto AI will be sprinkled throughout the phone’s operating system, but it emphasized a Photo Enhancement Engine that will use AI to apply settings from multiple shooting modes in order to process photos. AI is also powering on-device search and tools for generating decorative themes.
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The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion is the base level phone in the line, starting at 399 euro.
The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion starts at a much cheaper 399 euros (converts to roughly $425) and has a 6.7-inch OLED display running at a 120Hz refresh rate. Its 50-megapixel main camera is paired with a 13-megapixel ultrawide camera, while a 32-megapixel selfie camera is placed on the front. The phone will run on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7S Gen 2 processor and comes in forest blue, hot pink and marshmallow blue. The hot pink model comes in a vegan suede material, while marshmallow blue will ship in vegan leather.
The three phones will start shipping in the coming weeks, starting with European and Latin American markets before coming to Asia and Oceania.
The Moto Buds Plus will get a US release and cost $130.
The Motorola Buds Plus are also unveiled alongside the Edge 50 line, but these earbuds will get a US release as they hit stores starting Tuesday. Similar to Apple’s AirPods Pro, the Moto Buds place support head tracking when paired up with a Motorola phone. The buds include a triple-mic system for noise suppression and a CrystalTalk AI feature meant for helping clear up voice calls while in noisy environments. The Moto Buds Plus will come in Forest Green and cost $130 in the US.
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