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Quest developers are joining forces to solve the 'VR visibility crisis'
VR devs are seeing their games buried under Gorilla Tag clones. With Meta and Sony not helping, they're finding new ways to make VR profitable again.
The Google Pixel Tablet has crashed back to its Black Friday price, days before Amazon's Big Spring Sale
As part of Amazon's early Big Spring Sale, the Google Pixel tablet has dropped 30% in price, bringing it down to under $280.
Wear OS will eventually gobble up the market share, but watchOS will keep most of the profit
Fifty watchmakers will sell more than one, but Apple will find a way to make a ton of cash.
The Pixel 9a is everything the iPhone 16e wished it was
Comparing the iPhone 16e and Pixel 9a makes me realize that the iPhone is just a bad deal.
News Weekly: Pixel 9a is here, EU Commission gives Google heat, One UI 7 gets a launch date, and more
The Google Pixel 9a arrives, EU Commission gets two of Google's major products for breaching the DMA, One UI 7 gets a launch date, Verizon customers get good news, and Pebble watches are here.
Google Vids can now generate AI voiceovers for your videos
Google Vids could already help you create videos and scripts, but it's taking its skills to the next level with AI-generated voiceovers.
Instant Hotspot is available on the Samsung Galaxy S25 for the first time
Now, you can share your Galaxy phone's hotspot with any Android tablet instantly - not just with Samsung-made tablets.
This leaked Motorola Razr Plus 2025 wood finish is giving us flashbacks
A leak claimed Motorola could give its next Razr Plus a wooden finish.
Epic Games is offering a free game weekly on its Android app store
Epic is trying to grow its Epic Games Store on mobile, which is a Google Play Store competitor. That means you'll get free games for using it.
Pixel 10 might see improved startup following a loading process change
Google was spotted making an AOSP change that will impact the Pixel 10.
The Pixel 9a makes me feel weird, in a good way
While Samsung and Apple are both struggling in various regards, everything seems to be going better than ever for Google, and the Pixel 9a makes it pretty obvious.
Low RAM on the Pixel 9a pushed Google toward a 'limited' version of Gemini
A report "confirmed" Google's Pixel 9a features a "limited' version of Gemini due to its low RAM.
Kobo Libra Colour review: The obvious upgrade to the Kindle Oasis
After five years of using the Kindle Oasis, I finally found an e-reader that's better - this is the Kobo Libra Colour.
SwitchBot's Wallet Finder Card can trigger smart home system automations and so much more
There's more than meets the eye to the SwitchBot Wallet Finder Card. This clever tracker also enables smart home automations.
The Pixel 8a is still a great smartphone choice, and here's why
If I needed a new phone, I'd buy another Pixel 8a, and the release of the Pixel 9a won't change that.
The switch from Google Assistant to Gemini might kill Nest speakers and displays
Google Nest products have historically been low-powered, affordable smart home devices. If Google Assistant is ditched for Gemini, they'll be changed forever.
Spectrum and Xfinity Mobile users to get satellite texting with select Android phones
Verizon became the first carrier to bring satellite texting to Google Pixel 9 and Samsung Galaxy S25 users, and now more carriers are following suit.
Gmail's new search results prioritize relevant emails over recent ones
Gmail's upgraded search algorithm will factor in recency, most-clicked emails and frequent contacts, rather than solely focusing on chronological order.
Who needs the Pixel 9a? The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is selling for the SAME PRICE at Best Buy right now
Best Buy is slashing $600 off the Pixel 9 Pro XL when you activate today, knocking the price of the phone down to just $499.
How can a tech giant 'build' a smartphone chip without its own foundry?
Fabless design isn't a new idea but companies like Apple and Google are making it an art form.
Google Pixel 10a: What we expect to see
The Google Pixel 10a is still likely a year away from release, but we've already seen rumors and leaks of what's to come. Here's everything you need to know.
The best Google Pixel 9 deals of March 2025 — spring sales, trade-in discounts, and more
Google's latest flagship lineup features some of the best Android phones we've ever seen, and there's no shortage of Pixel 9 deals to explore.
This new Meta Quest v74 feature is set to revolutionize immersive experiences
Meta Quest update v74 brings a ton of new features, but none are more revolutionary than the new camera access API.
Crowds are ditching the Apple Watch for Wear OS and other smartwatches, and there's a very good reason why
Smartwatch sales have seen a global decline for the first time and we look at what's contributing to this downward trend.
Samsung expands list of Galaxy phones and tablets set to get One UI 7
An update from Samsung Newsroom in Singapore confirms 15 more Galaxy devices will get the boost to One UI 7.
Huawei's new flip phone blurs the line between foldables
Huawei launched its new foldable, which teeters on the edge of two standard designs.
Pre-ordered Nothing Phone 3a Pros reportedly get hit with a long shipping delay
Nothing reportedly sent an email to consumers about a shipping delay for the Phone 3a Pro.
Google Messages will eventually let you delete RCS chats for everyone
Google Messages might steal a fan-favorite iMessage feature in the future, allowing users to delete RCS chats for everyone.
Google says its Pixel 9a features an older, less powerful Exynos modem
A Google statement confirmed the existence of an older Exynos modem in its Pixel 9a.
Meta's head of Oculus Publishing used GDC to debunk your 'theories' about VR profitability
Chris Pruett went on stage at GDC 2025 to counter criticisms that Meta has abandoned devs to focus on Horizon and F2P games - and hint at a Quest 4 demographic.
Almost gone! Score up to $900 off the 'almost perfect' Galaxy S25 Ultra (or $300 without trade-in) with this Samsung deal
For a limited time, Samsung is offering up to $900 off the Galaxy S25 Ultra when you trade in an eligible device on its site.
Google is reportedly switching from Samsung to TSMC for the Tensor G5. Why could this be a big deal?
Google is reportedly making a manufacturing shift with its next-generation Tensor processors, switching from Samsung Foundry to TSMC. Here's what it all means.
Do we really need more powerful Android gaming handhelds?
The gaming handheld niche is on the cusp of exploding, especially following the announcements made at GDC 2025. However, there's some concern about how much some of these handhelds will end up costing.
Xiaomi Pad 7 is a convincing iPad Air clone that costs half as much
With the Pad 7, Xiaomi has an iPad Air clone that's running Android - and it's actually decent.
YouTube's video stream is glitching out for some viewers
YouTube users on various platforms are dealing with a major drop in streaming quality.
Google Pixel 9a vs. iPhone 16e: Features or form factor?
Google's new Pixel 9a keeps a sub-$500 price point and adds a ton of features, but how does it compare to the pricier iPhone 16e? Let's find out.
Google Pixel 9a vs. Nothing Phone 3a Pro: The sensible and enthusiast picks
Google's new Pixel 9a might not have the flashy specs of the Nothing Phone 3a Pro, but it's a more reliable handset in North America.
Google Pixel 9a vs. OnePlus 13R: Budget battle
The OnePlus 13R represents great value in places like India, but for audiences in other countries, the Pixel 9a would be easier to buy and probably better value.
Should you upgrade to the Pixel 9a?
The Google Pixel 9a packs quite a value punch at $499 but, despite some nice updates, might not be worth upgrading over a Pixel 8a.
Review: Honor's mid-range MagicPad 2 tablet has a unique OLED advantage
Need a mid-range tablet with an OLED panel? You should get the MagicPad 2.
Samsung quietly launches epic sale event with an emphasis on health and fitness — here are the best deals I've seen (so far)
Samsung is launching some amazing trade-in opportunities and other deals on some of its best health-focused gadgets.
One UI 7 arrives on April 10 in the US — three days later than the global release
Samsung is prepping up for the One UI 7 update for its Galaxy phones and the company has specifically announced the U.S. release date.
You can finally use Gemini without a Google account, but there's a catch
Gemini has long required a Google account for access, but it's now following the footsteps of ChatGPT by dropping that requirement on the web.
Verizon US is first to get satellite texting to any device with select Android smartphones
Verizon highlighted satellite text messaging arriving for U.S. consumers first for "select" devices.
EU Commission finds that Google Search and Play Store fail to comply with the Digital Markets Act
Google has been under the EU Commission's fire since March 2024, and now two of its products have been found to breach the DMA.
The first Snapdragon 8s Elite phones could launch next month, leaker claims
Qualcomm's upcoming budget chip, the Snapdragon 8s Elite, could be hitting shelves in select smartphones starting in April 2025.
Check out how to watch the Future Games Show 2025 Spring Showcase
Details about the Future Games Show Spring Showcase have been confirmed.
These Google-certified Pixel 9 screen protectors shouldn't mess with your fingerprint
Google detailed a list of "certified" screen protectors for the Pixel 9 and its fingerprint unlock.
Google rolls out Android 16 Beta 3.1 patch with crucial bug fixes
Android 16 Beta 3.1 is becoming available for Pixel devices enrolled in the Android Beta Program with fixes for a few annoying bugs.
All LTE Pixel Watches finally begin receiving Google's Wear OS 5.1 update
Google started pushing its Wear OS 5.1 update to its LTE Pixel Watches.
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