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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#6VTCN)
Google's March Pixel update rolled out some small improvements and fixes, but it might've also brought along a pesky screen glitch.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#6VTB3)
The DOJ is sticking to its guns, pushing Google to sell off Chrome.
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by zacharydvisconti@gmail.com (Zachary Visconti) on (#6VSXW)
Best Buy is offering $160 in savings for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, which we love for its timeless design and physical rotating bezel.
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by klpmediallc@gmail.com (Tshaka Armstrong) on (#6VSXX)
The Liberty 4 Pro features a smart charging case, but its cost and sound are the stars of the show.
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by michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) on (#6VSWB)
Athlete Intelligence just left its beta testing, but Strava's CTO and CPO told me that they're "not done" making it better.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#6VSSE)
The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is still one of the biggest and baddest tablets on the market, but its lead might be beginning to shrink.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#6VSSF)
Some users are seeing their Google Maps Timeline history disappear out of nowhere.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VSR6)
Essential Space is a unified area for AI help on the Nothing Phone 3a series, and every other brand should take notice.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#6VSHJ)
Google is calling Gemini's extensions "apps" now, and they're running a bit smoother.
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#6VSHK)
We talk with the VP and GM of Android Platform, Seang Chau, at MWC, discussing important changes to Android 16 and update support.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#6VSG9)
Google Photos is ending sync with cloud frames like Aura and Cozyla.
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by zacharydvisconti@gmail.com (Zachary Visconti) on (#6VSGA)
For a limited time, gamers can get $230 off the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE-a powerful gaming laptop with great value.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#6VSEE)
Apple continues facing delays and hurdles with implementing its own LLM. Maybe it's time to get some help from Google.
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by michael.hicks@futurenet.com (Michael L Hicks) on (#6VSBV)
Meta's offices keep leaking about future projects; now it seems they're leaning into it and just telling us what they're working on.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6VSA6)
This week we look at some of the coolest innovations we came across at MWC, Nothing Phone 3a and 3a Pro launch, One UI 7 delays, Pixel's March feature drop, and OnePlus clarifying its update policy. Let's get into it.
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by namerah.saud-fatmi@futurenet.com (Namerah Saud Fat on (#6VS8E)
Branded phone cases can easily set you back $100, but how much should you be spending on a cover?
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6VS5J)
Evan Blass put out images on an X thread showcasing what looks like the upcoming Google Pixel 9a.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6VS5K)
Pixel 9 series users can now test out this unique camera feature.
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#6VS3F)
TECNO's MWC 2025 showcase revealed new ways to think about designing phones with reusable materials, color-changing materials, and more.
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by nickodiaz@sbcglobal.net (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6VS1F)
Google was spotted adding code to Android Auto that teased new vehicle temperature settings.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#6VS1G)
Occasionally, you might run across an app that reminds you of Android's versatility. ScrcpyForAndroid easily falls under that category.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VS1H)
A Gemini side panel is rolling out as part of Google Calendar's web client, and it'll try to be your AI personal assistant.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6VRZ4)
One UI 8 could be coming sooner than we thought.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VRZ5)
Nest Aware subscribers can be alerted if their Google Home Max hears a dangerous sound, but that functionality will be gone in a few months.
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by vishnu.skar@gmail.com (Vishnu Sarangapurkar) on (#6VRZ6)
While we await the stable Android 16 release, Motorola appears to be making its devices ready.
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by nickodiaz@sbcglobal.net (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6VRZ7)
Samsung finally starts rolling out its One UI 7 beta for its foldables.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VRZ8)
In a beta version of the Google app, a Gemini Personalization model has been found that leverages a user's search history for more insightful responses.
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by techkritiko@gmail.com (Jay Bonggolto) on (#6VRZ9)
Google One AI Premium subscribers are getting a first look at the future of Search.
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by nickodiaz@sbcglobal.net (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6VRZA)
The OnePlus 13 was spotted picking up an update that focuses on its cameras again.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VRZB)
Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge will be thinner than most flagships and miss a few features, but still carries a high price tag.
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by zacharydvisconti@gmail.com (Zachary Visconti) on (#6VRW2)
Amazon and other retailers are already offering a 17% discount on the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G-even though it was just released a couple of months ago.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VRW3)
Honor's upcoming Magic V4 foldable is set to measure under 9mm when folded and pack an impressive camera system, per the latest leaks.
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by harish.jonnalagadda@futurenet.com (Harish Jonnalag on (#6VRS4)
Arm is bringing its ASR upscaling tech to mobile devices, and it will change the way you play games on your phone.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6VRS5)
Honor seems to be working on a new phone, as tipster Digital Chat Station, spotted a folder being opened for the new device.
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by derrek.lee@futurenet.com (Derrek Lee) on (#6VRCE)
We lost some of the most interesting products showcased at MWC 2025.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VR56)
Google is bringing lock screen widgets from the Pixel Tablet to all Android phones with the Android 16 QPR1 update this year.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6VR57)
Google will be showing us what Android 16 could do ahead of launch, as it is on track for a June release.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VR58)
Google is planning to release Project Astra, and it's becoming part of Gemini ahead of that crucial move.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VR59)
Live Updates, which are persistent notification widgets similar to Apple's Live Activities, are working in Android 16 Beta 2.1.
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by nickodiaz@sbcglobal.net (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6VR5A)
Rumors stated Samsung could go from One UI 7 into One UI 8 in 2025.
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on (#6VR5B)
Civilization VII VR is coming soon to Meta Quest headsets, but did you know there are already a ton of great strategy games to play in VR?
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VR5C)
Aside from the new features arriving as part of a Pixel Feature Drop, Pixel Camera 9.8 tweaks the settings menu.
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by nickodiaz@sbcglobal.net (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6VR29)
Samsung discussed a few Health app updates for Daylight Savings.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VR2A)
There's a lot of speculation about Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge specs, but a Samsung executive says something to watch is the phone's durability.
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by nickodiaz@sbcglobal.net (Nickolas Diaz) on (#6VR2B)
Google highlighted the return of an old Partner Sharing feature on Android.
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by patrick.farmer@futurenet.com (Patrick Farmer) on (#6VQZH)
For a limited time, Verizon is carving $1,119.99 off the super-powered Galaxy S25 Ultra when you add a line with the Unlimited Ultimate plan.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6VQZJ)
Google is taking down several apps from Play Store after being impacted by an ad-fraud scheme.
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by andrew.myrick@futurenet.com (Andrew Myrick) on (#6VQGC)
The AYANEO Pocket Micro Classic is about as close as it gets to a modern Game Boy Micro.
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by nandika.iyerravi@futurenet.com (Nandika Ravi) on (#6VQE4)
Google is testing out a new search feature 'AI Mode' that goes beyond AI Overviews.
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by bradypsnyder@gmail.com (Brady Snyder) on (#6VQAK)
Google updated the Linux kernel for older Pixel phones with aging Tensor chips, and user reports are loving the major upgrade.
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