by nicholas.sutrich@futurenet.com (Nicholas Sutrich) on (#65MR0)
Meta is competing with Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft in a very real way with its own gaming console, the Meta Quest 2, which will challenge your paradigm of what a next-gen console can be.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#5XKD6)
Mobile gaming is exploding with more people getting into it regularly. So it's important to find a controller that not only works for the smartphone you're using but also to find a controller that makes you feel a bit quicker than everyone else. We've found the best game controllers to pair with your Android phone today!
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by christinep2424@gmail.com (Christine Persaud) on (#63RBX)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4's gorgeous 7.6-inch unfolded screen would be perfect for navigating in the car, but only with the right mount.
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I told Google about an app with the most disruptive ads I've ever seen and was told to fix it myself
by jerry.hildenbrand@futurenet.com (Jerry Hildenbrand on (#65MR1)
There are policies in place to make the Play Store worth using. Google should enforce them.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#65MHY)
Fitbit is rumored to be working on a wearable device for kids that's equipped with cellular and GPS connectivity to let parents monitor their children without using a smartphone.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#65M75)
Twitter hopes to draw a line between paid blue checkmarks and verified accounts with a new status.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#65M34)
Instagram is beginning to roll out scheduled posts for its creators involving Reels, photos, and Carousel posts. Achievements for creators when creating interactive Reels are coming but have entered a global testing phase.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#5Y7C2)
Sometimes, you just want to go big. So plug into one of these monitors for that desktop feeling. Chromebooks don't always have the biggest displays, so using another larger monitor can help increase productivity. Plus, a bigger screen comes in handy when catching up on YouTube or Netflix.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#65KZS)
LG Display revealed the details surrounding its stretchable 12-inch display. With enough durability to withstand constant form changes, the stretchable screen can go from 12-inches to 14-inches.
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by chris.wedel@futurenet.com (Chris Wedel) on (#6236B)
Amazon has a lot of great options for kids' devices. From tablets to smart speakers, we're here to help you find the best for your child.
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by chris.wedel@futurenet.com (Chris Wedel) on (#60R70)
From specially-curated content for kids to a solid two-year warranty, the Amazon Kids Edition Tablets offer a lot. The Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Edition and Fire HD 8 Kids Edition are at the top of the list, but which should you get? We've done the research to help you decide.
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by chris.wedel@futurenet.com (Chris Wedel) on (#63KCF)
Whether it's because your watch is starting to run slow or something isn't quite working right on your Wear OS watch, you may need to give it a reboot to freshen it back up. Perhaps things have really gone off the rails, and your smartwatch needs to be factory reset, it could just be that you got a new phone. Either way, here's how to reboot or reset your watch.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Vishnu Sarangapurkar) on (#65KVF)
Galaxy Watch 4 and Classic users, beware of the new V13 update, as it's apparently causing some devices to become unresponsive.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Samuel Contreras) on (#5YK69)
Whether you need it for a Chromebook tablet, or just want a full-size keyboard at your desk, you can get an excellent keyboard for Chrome OS devices of every style and connection type.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#65KS9)
Signal launches Stories on its messaging platform, a feature commonly seen on other messaging and social media apps. Signal informs that users can create stories based on video, text, or pictures and they will disappear in twenty-four hours.
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by chris.wedel@futurenet.com (Chris Wedel) on (#65KSA)
Sometimes your phone is out of reach, and you want to send a message. Well, as long as you have your Pixel Watch in Bluetooth range, you can message away, and we can help.
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by nicholas.sutrich@futurenet.com (Nicholas Sutrich) on (#65KSB)
The controllers that ship with the Meta Quest Pro are packed with technology and, it turns out, some features don't even exist in the official documentation.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Vishnu Sarangapurkar) on (#65KPQ)
Samsung has begun rolling out the November update to Galaxy smartphones in the United States and Europe.
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by michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) on (#65KH5)
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#65KH6)
Xiaomi's upcoming 12 and 12 Pro successors may have been leaked in a set of fresh renders, showing some familiar designs.
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by nicholas.sutrich@futurenet.com (Nicholas Sutrich) on (#65KE9)
Meta is launching a new Remote Desktop beta app for some Meta Quest Pro users to try, giving direct access to PCs right from the Quest home screen.
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by michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) on (#5YT36)
The Oculus Link cable is undoubtedly the best way to play SteamVR and Oculus Rift games on the Oculus Quest 2, but it costs nearly 80 bucks. Alternative cables cost far less and still hit the same required speeds, but some you'll find on Amazon can't be trusted. Here are the ones you should try first.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Rajat Sharma) on (#6029J)
Samsung Galaxy S21 is still among the best-looking flagship Android smartphones out there, and a big reason for that is its stunning 6.2-inch display. And if you want it to stay that way, we suggest getting one of these Galaxy S21 screen protectors.
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by ted@byteddyk.com (Ted Kritsonis) on (#65KBA)
It's easy to set up Spotify to play your favorite tunes by just tapping on the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
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by christinep2424@gmail.com (Christine Persaud) on (#65KBB)
The Fitbit Inspire 3, like other Fitbits, come with a basic sports band in a single color. But you can spruce up the look with some optional, ones.
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#65K7D)
Amazon is updating its photo storage app for Android devices with a new UI for faster navigation and a cleaner look.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Vishnu Sarangapurkar) on (#65K5X)
Sony seems to be working on a couple of entry-level smartphones for next year.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#65K5Y)
Honor has teased the upcoming debut of its next flagship smartphone, which will supposedly run Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.
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by michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) on (#65K4K)
The Dimensity 9200 is more likely to come to the United States thanks to the addition of mmWave 5G support.
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by harish.jonnalagadda@futurenet.com (Harish Jonnalag on (#65K10)
The MIX Fold 2 is Xiaomi's finest foldable offering yet, with the device featuring a sleek design combined with the latest hardware and gorgeous AMOLED screens. But does it have what it takes to go up against the mighty Galaxy Z Fold 4?
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#65JV1)
Twitter is expected to launch its updated Blue subscription this week. In our latest poll, we asked readers if they would pay up.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#65JSK)
PC Gamers will be airing its new 2023 Preview event on November 17. This new show will take gamers through a wonderland of the hottest PC games set to come out in the next year and beyond.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#65JQT)
Google has started rolling out its Android 13 QPR1 Beta 3.1 to Pixel devices. The minor patch is said to address issues involving certain device unlock elements, system UI freezes, and camera app problems users have faced.
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by nicholas.sutrich@futurenet.com (Nicholas Sutrich) on (#65JNW)
Samsung's Good Lock app just added a bunch of new features to Samsung's version of Android 13, One UI 5, and one of them will be very familiar to Pixel users.
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#65JNX)
Google is rolling out the November 2022 update to its Pixel smartphones. The update includes bug fixes for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series.
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by ajn611@aol.com (Anthony J Nash) on (#5XQB6)
As more and more people acquire a PS5, they'll likely look for clever ways to utilize wireless audio with this new system. Thankfully, a handful of Bluetooth adapters exist and are compatible with Sony's popular console.
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by michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) on (#5Y7ED)
Google is reportedly working on a foldable Pixel phone with Google Tensor hardware. Here's everything we know about the rumored phone.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#5YWNF)
For the most part, your TV's built-in speakers work just fine. But sometimes, you want a more impactful output. If that's the case, a soundbar will give your home entertainment setup the boost it needs to take it to the next level. Gone are the days of dealing with a bunch of cables. Soundbars make everything easy, and many can be completely wireless.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Samuel Contreras) on (#65JKZ)
You can not only keep multiple electronics powered with the best smart power strip, but you can operate them independently through voice commands or an app. These are the top picks for the best smart power strip to get for your smart home!
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#65JM0)
YouTube Shorts now have an improved UI on TVs that matches the mobile experience.
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by nicholas.sutrich@futurenet.com (Nicholas Sutrich) on (#65JM1)
If you're in the market for a smart light with a great motion sensor, Ring has the product for you.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Samuel Contreras) on (#65JM2)
Eero is one of the simplest mesh Wi-Fi solutions you can get, but some people will prefer a system with a little more customization or perhaps something more affordable. Luckily, there are plenty of mesh superb mesh solutions to choose from.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#65JM3)
Telegram's latest update for Android and iOS adds Topics in Groups, Voice-to-text for video messages, new emoji packs, and more quality-of-life improvements.
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by tips@androidcentral.com (Nickolas Diaz) on (#65JHE)
Samsung is beginning to roll out its One UI 5 (Android 13) software update to the Galaxy S21, S20, and Note 20 devices in Europe. The update brings in a new customizable OS with an eye on security for users.
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by namerahsaudfatmi@gmail.com (Namerah Saud Fatmi) on (#65JA9)
Create and use Communities on WhatsApp following this guide. Communities help you plan and organize events on a large scale.
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by ted@byteddyk.com (Ted Kritsonis) on (#5YY12)
Need new headphones to motivate yourself and crush it at the gym? Don't just put on any old pair when there are plenty of others to choose from in this list.
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by christinep2424@gmail.com (Christine Persaud) on (#5WSN4)
Being a premium smartphone, the Galaxy S22 certainly doesn't come cheap. So if you're planning to use it in tough conditions, it's important to protect it in the best way possible. To help you do just that, we've rounded up some of the best heavy-duty cases that will keep your shiny flagship shielded from even the harshest of damages.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#5XMAC)
Samsung's Galaxy S22 offers everything from top-of-the-line specs to an awesome primary camera setup in a fairly compact size. However, that smaller physical footprint also means it's not exactly the best smartphone when it comes to battery life. Thankfully, you can just get one of these best Galaxy S22 cases to make it last a long time without needing a top-up.
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by shruti.shekar@futurenet.com (Shruti Shekar) on (#65HA5)
The phone you use shouldn't determine the level of intelligence you have for an industry. But maybe certain jobs should be careful what phone they're tweeting from.
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by chris.wedel@futurenet.com (Chris Wedel) on (#65J2Y)
Amazon has made not only very capable speakers specifically for kids, but it has created some truly adorable designs too. Are the changes in the Amazon Echo Dot Kids (2022, 5th gen) worth it over the Echo Dot Kids (2020, 4th gen)? Probably.
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