Looking Good, Google Play

Google has updated the look of its Play Store ahead of Wear OS 3.0's launch.

July 8, 2021 It's July 8, 2021. It's National Freezer Pop Day. What better treat to cool yourself off than with a freezer pop? They're perfect for Thursdays.     ⏰ Today's Big Stories... in 30 Seconds Today We Watched, Read, and Listened to (so you don't have to): 367 articles, 11 podcasts, 15 press releases, 345 tweets, and 13 YouTube videos 1. Google Play Store Gets Redesign for Wear OS Google has updated the Play Store for Wear OS ahead of Wear OS 3.0. The new design looks less cramped on the watch's screen, and includes more color to make the options stand out. The UI is rolling out slowly before coming to all Wear OS devices, so if you don't have it yet, be patient (and a little excited). 2. Verizon Adds Spatial Audio Capabilities Known as Adaptive Sound Verizon is bringing new spatial audio capabilities to more phones, starting with the Motorola One 5G UW Ace. Its Adaptive Sound will work "regardless of what headphone, soundbar, or earbud" you use, and a future update will add it to some existing Verizon devices. Better audio wherever we are? We're into it. 3. Windows "PrintNightmare" Vulnerability is Being Patched A Windows security flaw has left all versions of the OS open to attacks, but Microsoft has begun fixing it. Windows 10, 8, 7, Windows Server, and more have already received the update, but you can look at Microsoft's vulnerability info page to ensure your system is among them. Stay safe, people! 🦑 Go Deeper Instagram is stepping outside of the photo-sharing business, but is that to everyone's benefit? Erin Miller has the deep dive on the situation, and looks into potential alternatives.     🎱 By the Numbers iOS is easier on the wallet Data: Business of Apps Apps and mobile games have relatively low average prices, but when you're comparing Google Play to Apple's App Store, those $1 differences become important. Based on this chart, it seems as though Android is the slightly more expensive platform to opt into if you want on-the-go fun. 🔥 Today's Hot Deal Apple's M1 Mac mini (2020 model) is down to $659 on Amazon right now, and an automatically applied coupon will drop it even further to $600. That much for a pretty good Apple computer? Quick, grab it! Don't Miss This Deal 🤓 Nerd Out "Y'know, 3 is better than 2." —Tim Fisher, General Manager Have you ever dreamt of having an extra thumb? New Zealand designer Dani Clode apparently has, inspiring her to create a prosthetic attachment that gives you just that. (Share on Twitter) 💎 You Know You Want It  ZZZZzzz Image: Somnox Somnox's Sleep Robot wants to help you gain control of your sleep. Meant to help you "fall asleep relaxed," the robot adjusts to your wants and needs once you've set those up using the companion app. Some see improved sleep after 2 weeks, so it's good you get a 30-day free trial with it before committing. 🎮 Up-Down-A-B-Start Vita means 'life' Sony's PlayStation Vita handheld never reached the heights of Nintendo's Game Boy, DS, or 3DS, but it still left an impression. George Yang over at The Verge delves into the Vita's history nearly a decade after it arrived.     🗞 Extra! Extra! We've got you covered with the best in daily tech news! See the latest on our site or follow us on Google News. Did someone forward this to you? Sign up here. Have something you'd like us to write about? We're always open for suggestions, too. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Tech Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here .   Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. A Dotdash Brand 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005 2020 Dotdash • All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.   [View in Browser]