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Amazon could ditch Android for some OS you probably haven't heard of
Amazon is reportedly planning to ditch Android for its own Fire OS replacement, finally breaking free from Google's shackles.
The OnePlus Open and OPPO Pen put the Galaxy Z Fold 5 to shame
After managing to get ahold of the OPPO Pen, it's further cemented the OnePlus Open as the best phone of the year. It's just disappointing that there isn't a dedicated OnePlus Pen.
Google Search's SGE broadens its global reach and gains new upgrades
Google's rolling out its fancy AI search to over 120 countries and territories, and it's got your back with even more languages.
Google Messages may finally get long-awaited 'Profiles' feature
Code found in the Google Messages app suggests the Profiles feature could arrive relatively soon after it was spotted earlier this year.
We almost got the Google Play Store on Meta Quest headsets
The Meta Quest platform has a lot of good things going for it, and it could have been even better if Google and Meta could work together to get the Play Store in VR.
Spotify gets a breath of fresh air on smart TVs as its redesign rolls out
Spotify has started rolling out its smart TV redesign, packed with new features, to users.
Epic turned down an epic offer from Google to get Fortnite on the Play Store
Information in court shows that Google once offered Epic $147 million to launch Fortnite on the Play Store.
Mint Mobile just quietly dropped the best Google Pixel 7 Pro deal I've ever seen, weeks before Black Friday
Mint Mobile just launched a bundle deal that'll get you a Pixel 7 Pro AND full month of wireless service for dirt cheap.
Amazfit Cheetah Pro vs. Google Pixel Watch
If you're trying to decide between the Amazfit Cheetah Pro and Google Pixel Watch, we're here to help.
5 things to do first when you get new headphones or earbuds
Headphones and earbuds don't necessarily pair-and-play when you factor in the support they come with to make them more personalized.
Best noise-canceling headphones 2023
Noise-canceling headphones are widely available, but finding the right pair doesn't have to be difficult when we've done the hard work for you.
Samsung reportedly wants to produce affordable folding phones
Samsung, being the pioneer in making expensive foldable phones, now wants to make an affordable foldable handset for the masses.
Leaked Galaxy Fit 3 renders show a larger display to challenge the Fitbit Charge 6
The wider display will make the Fit 3 more convenient to navigate, but also less comfortably light. Its success will depend more on software upgrades than hardware upgrades, however.
Nothing OS 2.5 Open Beta 2 improves Glyph Interface, previews new widgets
Nothing is rolling out Beta 2 for its 2.5 software, featuring Glyph Interface improvements and widget details.
I just scored a 50-inch 4K smart TV for $200 during Amazon's Black Friday sale
Amazon's Black Friday sale is dropping $100 off the 50-inch Class F30 Series smart TV by Insignia, dropping it down to a lowest-ever price.
You should buy your kid a Raspberry Pi this Black Friday
Kids love tech. Some kids are really into it, and a Raspberry Pi is a cool gift they'll love learning with.
The Meta Quest 3 keeps me from crying in the kitchen
You've probably heard the term mixed reality before, but I bet you didn't know the Meta Quest 3's mixed reality mode could be so useful.
How can Google use earbuds to check your heart rate?
You can buy earbuds that act as a heart rate tracker, but Google is trying to use the ones you already have.
Creative just rolled out the most innovative wireless earbuds of 2023
Creative just introduced the Aurvana Ace and Ace 2, the only earbuds to include solid-state silicon audio drivers.
Samsung teases a native mobile AI experience headed to the Galaxy S24
Samsung just unveiled 'Galaxy AI,' hinting at what's to come in this new era of generative AI race.
Samsung is treating its XR headset like it treated foldable phones
Apple is said to be making 400,000 Vision Pro headsets in 2024, but Samsung is playing it safe with its upcoming XR headset.
There are things that Google's Magic Editor won't 'fix'
A deep dive into a Google Photos update shows signs of new error messages regarding all that Magic Editor will not do.
Spotify takes the fight to Audible with 200,000 'free' audiobooks, but there's a catch
Spotify is adding hundreds of thousands of audiobooks for Premium subscribers, but you won't be able to listen to them all at once.
Google opts for a different approach to get iMessage to support RCS
Google and several EU companies have penned a letter to the Commission in hopes of pushing Apple to adopt RCS.
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 are one step closer to Android 14
One UI 6 Beta 5 is beginning to arrive on the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 with minimal changes.
Google Chrome now reveals tab memory usage in a snap
Chrome's new tab memory snitch lets you identify the memory hogs slowing you down when you hover over a tab.
TicWatch Pro 5 update brings welcome changes, but still no Google Assistant
Mobvoi is rolling out a new update for Ticwatch Pro 5 users that will be rolled out to 100% of users by November 9.
The Pixel 8 Pro temperature sensor is only good for one thing
The thermometer feature on the Pixel 8 Pro is pretty cool, but is it any good? Time to find out.
Garmin GPSMAP 67i review: I'm not smart enough for this handheld GPS
This handheld mapping tool comes built in with dual-frequency GPS and satellite functionality, so you never get lost and you can send an SOS or message even when there's no cellular signal.
This is the biggest problem facing Chinese phone brands
Chinese phone manufacturers make some of the best hardware you can buy, but they lack Samsung's cachet.
Google Pixel 8 review: Primed for success
With the Pixel 8, Google is showing what's possible with on-device machine learning and AI. With a suite of exciting new AI-based features and meaningful upgrades, this may just be the phone you're looking for.
Samsung reportedly working on its own version of ray tracing for Galaxy phones
A new report suggests Samsung is working on creating its own version of raytracing for future Galaxy devices.
The Google Pixel 4a just scored an unexpected update
Google released a November 2023 update for its Pixel phones; surprisingly, the older Pixel 4a (running Android 13) also got a security update.
You can now use AI to create your own Popsockets case, grip, or wallet
PopSockets has unveiled a new AI customizer, giving consumers a way to create their own designs from their imagination.
Google launches a new tool to track shopping deals ahead of the holidays
Google is helping users offset the financial stress of the holiday season with a new hub that will aggregate shopping deals.
The first Pixel Watch 2 update is a small one
Google is issuing a small update for the LTE variant of the Pixel Watch 2. So far, there's no word on an update for the Pixel Watch models.
Celebrate Amazon Alexa's birthday with these crazy Black Friday deals
Have you been looking to upgrade your smart home? These deals have you covered, all thanks to Amazon Alexa's 9th birthday.
The Samsung Galaxy S Pen 'Creator Edition' finally arrives, with a few caveats
After being announced alongside the Galaxy Tab S9 lineup, Samsung has released the S Pen Creator Edition. While there are a few upgrades, it's definitely not for everybody.
New Waze feature aims to keep you safe on accident-prone roads
Waze started rolling out its new "crash history" alerts so drivers can take extra caution on historically crash-prone roads
Google Maps for Android Auto gains some minor design tweaks for navigation
After bringing a persistent sidebar a while ago, Google Maps is seeing yet another design tweak for Android Auto.
Galaxy S24 Ultra shows up on Geekbench for a performance check-in
Samsung's Galaxy S24 and S24 Ultra have appeared on Geekbench, giving us an early look at what's to come performance-wise.
Uninstalling Android apps on other devices is about to become a lot easier
Need to clear out some storage space or remove an app from your phone, tablet, watch, and Chromebook at once? It's about to become a lot easier.
This early Black Friday ThinkPhone deal means serious business
Black Friday is great, but getting a great deal early is even better. How about a flagship-level phone for a mid-range price with this ThinkPhone deal?
Pixel Watch 1 or 2? You might want to wait til Black Friday to decide
Waiting can be hard, especially when you're pining after new tech. But, most of the time, it's worth waiting a few weeks for a big sale. Here's why you might want a Pixel Watch 2 on sale this year.
Early Black Friday smart home deals: complete your ecosystem for cheap
Building out a smart home is a lot of fun, but these pre-Black Friday deals help stretch your dollar out a bit further.
I've used dozens of tablets and these are the ones I'd consider buying this Black Friday
Tablets are a hot commodity during the holiday season, but there are only a few that I would actually recommend considering.
WhatsApp Channels might finally join the poll party
WhatsApp Channels might soon let you poll your followers without revealing who voted what.
Sony's Xperia 1 V picks up a minimalist Android 14 upgrade
Sony's Android 14 rollout is kicking off with the Xperia 1 V in Europe, bringing better portrait shots along for the ride.
Photo Stack on Google Photos aims to clean up your library, and here's a first look
A new decluttering feature for Google Photo was recently announced and now we're getting our first look.
OpenAI's custom ChatGPT versions let you become a chatbot architect
OpenAI is inviting you to craft your own personalized ChatGPT bots effortlessly - no coding required.
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