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OnePlus has joined the club and started manufacturing its own line of mid-range smartphones. Branded the OnePlus Nord CE 5G, its latest device is set to launch soon. It’s also just been discovered how much RAM and what color consumers can expect to see with this device. The OnePlus Nord CE 5G will have decent…

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Google has now pushed its upcoming Chrome Labs features one step closer to completion for the Chromebook platform. That’s based on recent reports from Android Police, which spotted the feature now rolling out on the Dev Channel for Chrome OS. The new feature acts as a way for users to gain early access to experimental…

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True wireless earbuds designed specifically for gaming are not entirely new yet they are still less common, and now MSI is entering the space. MSI recently revealed during its Computex 2021 event that it would be releasing a pair of true wireless earbuds made for gaming. And while they work for any sort of media,…

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As most of you likely know, Google has ended the free unlimited storage for Google Photos and Docs. This was a feature that really set it apart from the competition, and many are upset about this change. However, that isn’t stopping competitors from reminding us about their own cloud storage plans. Verizon does offer unlimited…

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Android 12 will not offer an option to replace the default Android Sharesheet. This refers to a menu at the bottom that pops out when you hit an in-app share button. Android Sharesheet offers an array of sharing options, as well as ways to share something across. The UI of the Android Sharesheet looks different…

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OnePlus has started rolling out a new update to the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro, which brings further camera improvements. This update is marked as OxygenOS 11.2.6.6 for both smartphones, and it comes to Indian, North American, and European variants of the phone. The update is rolling out as we speak, though it may take…

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The carrier-locked units of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G in the US have finally started picking up the May 2021 Android security update. The Sprint version of the phone is currently receiving the new update with firmware version F707USQU2CUD9. Other carrier versions of the foldable should also join the party soon. It’s well-known that the…

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NVIDIA is rolling out a new update to its Android-based SHIELD TV lineup. The latest SHIELD Experience 8.2.3, which is based on Android 9 Pie with Android TV, introduces a new security patch along with some minor bug fixes and a couple of other improvements, including support for new accessories. According to the official changelog,…

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Samsung has recently released an ad in which it accidentally (perhaps intentionally) reveals the under panel camera of the Galaxy Z Fold 3. The ad’s title is “Life Opens up with Galaxy,” and it somehow teases Apple and iPhone. Samsung describes it with “technology with fewer boundaries and limitations.” By the way, we have nothing…

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In this article, we’ll compare two rather compelling flagships that launched this year, the ASUS ZenFone 8 vs OnePlus 9 Pro. The OnePlus 9 Pro arrived back in March, while the ZenFone 8 launched earlier this month. These two phones do look kind of similar, to a degree, but they are quite different. The difference…

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As Xbox fans likely know by now, Xbox will be teaming up with Bethesda for an E3 2021 showcase in just a couple of weeks, 16 days to be exact, and you may want to know how or where to watch it. Whether you’re at home, on the road, at work, school, or anywhere else,…

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Samsung has apparently been polling users via a survey to see if they have any interest in Android tablets even bigger than the standard 8-, 10-, 0r 12-inch variety. That’s based on a recent report from 9to5Google, after the appearance of several posts on the topic on Naver. For clarity, that’s a social media site…

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VPN services go a long way toward making browsing and using online services safer and soon the Chromebook platform will offer the feature in an always-on format. That’s based on recent reports, highlighting the discovery of code changes in the Chromium Gerrit. In true Google fashion, the changes point specifically to a new, aptly-named “Always-on…

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While every Google user gets 15GB of storage free from Google, in Google One, that storage can be used up pretty quickly. Since you’re getting 5GB of Gmail, 5GB of Google Drive and 5GB of Google Photos space. And now that Google has gotten rid of zero-rating for Google Docs (in Drive) and Google Photos,…

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One of the best features of the PS4 that came later in its life cycle was the ability to play music from Spotify while you game, and the good news is that it’s available on the PS5 too. Now depending on the game, you may want to listen to the in-game audio. And that’s perfectly…

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Firefox Android is now receiving an official update to version 89, delivering some significant UI and usability changes. And, according to recent reports, that includes at least one change that will make using Firefox on multiple devices and platforms easier. That’s because the new interface, which Mozilla dubs “Proton,” moves the synced tabs out of…

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The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), the group that develops the USB technology, has announced a new upgrade to the USB-C standard. The latest USB-C 2.1 revision allows the connector to send up to a whopping 240W of charging power. That’s more than twice the amount of maximum power the USB-C standard currently accommodates (100W). The…

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Sony has officially announced the PlayStation Plus games for June of 2021, and because it’s already May 28 and it’s a Friday, that means June’s new PlayStation Plus games will be ready to claim Tuesday June 1. Allowing you the entire month to make sure you claim them. That does mean you have to wait…

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Luna is Amazon’s new cloud gaming service that was announced last year at the company’s product launch event. At a glance, it’s an answer to options like Stadia, GeForce NOW, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and Shadow. What exactly is Luna, though? Should you care about the service and is it worth your time? Maybe one…

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The PS5 DualSense controller is a wonderful piece of technology that can do some amazing things, but using the haptics to essentially play music is probably not on the list of features you thought it would have. And yet, for some weird reason this is one of the controller’s capabilities. You read that right. The…

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Amazon Luna is continuing to pump out new games for subscribers, and the month of June is an exciting one as it takes players back to 1980s Tokyo in one of the titles. If you’re familiar at all with this series, then you may have already guessed what it is. And if you were thinking…

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Suunto this week announced a new smartwatch that is being added to its collection, the Suunto 9 Peak. Unlike the Suunto 7, the Suunto 9 Peak smartwatch doesn’t run on Google’s Wear OS. That’s probably for the better if you want battery longevity. Because Wear OS has a track record for battery life that isn’t…

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Fitbit Ace 3 is soon to get a Minions makeover and now a third, previously unseen color has broken cover. That’s based on a recently reported tweet from Twitter leaker SnoopyTech. The color in question is arguably one that should have been present all along, or at least since Fitbit announced its tie-in partnership with…

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In this article, we’ll compare the ASUS ZenFone 8 vs Google Pixel 5. These are the best smartphones these two companies have to offer at the moment. The ASUS ZenFone 8 launched quite recently, actually, and it’s a rather interesting phone. It’s considerably smaller than most flagship smartphones out there at the moment, and yet…

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Microsoft has added an Xbox gaming experience to its Surface Duo by updating the Xbox Cloud Gaming (xCloud) app for Android. With this update, xCloud dual-screen support will be added to Surface Duo. According to a video teased by The Verge’s editor on Twitter, a virtual gamepad appears on one of the Surface Duo screens,…

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Samsung seems to be the only Android manufacturer that takes the tablet market seriously. We just got word that the company is going to be releasing the Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G. This news comes from the Samsung support page. The tablet is called the Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G, and news of the device…

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According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Conti ransomware has recently targeted at least 16 healthcare organizations in the United States, including first responder organizations. The FBI has also released a TLP: WHITE to help organizations on defending themselves against future threats. “The FBI identified at least 16 Conti ransomware attacks targeting U.S. healthcare…

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If you’ve recently picked up a new TV, you probably think that the included speakers sound pretty good. Well, you’re wrong. Most TV makers are looking to make their TVs as thin as possible, and therefore the speakers take a hit. So getting a soundbar is definitely important. And we have the best soundbars listed…

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Earlier this week Google held its annual Google IO developer conference which had announcements on just about everything Google makes, except for Stadia. Google’s cloud gaming service was nowhere to be found. And that might come as a little bit of a shock to some. Stadia is a Google product after all. And one that…

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TikTok is taking its anti-bullying tools to a new level, with new features appearing from today in some regions. The latest features include the ability to not just filter comments or bring awareness to harassment and its impacts. Now, the app will reportedly let users delete comments and block others in groups. With as many…

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Verizon has three new budget-minded smartphones now available from the Nokia and Moto brands, including the Moto G Power, Moto G Play, and Nokia 2720 V Flip. Now, only two of these devices are Android handsets but each is certainly going to be worth a look. Especially for those who don’t have a lot of…

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The foldable phone is really picking up speed this year. Seemingly ahead of the pack, Samsung is putting its foldable display technology into a handful of gadgets. according to The Elec that the Korean tech giant has a rather ambitious foldable phone sales goal for this year. Samsung has a foldable phone sales goal of…

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Netflix is the go-to destination for many when it comes to looking for something watch, but when it comes to video games and something to play, that’s an entirely different story. That may not be the case forever though. New ports indicate that Netflix is looking for someone to fill a role within the company…

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If you’re looking to get your hands on PUBG New State before anyone else, then you’ll need to be part of the Alpha. Luckily, PUBG Corp and Krafton Inc. just so happen to have one of those coming up for this new game. PUBG New State was announced earlier this year, and is a completely…

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If last week’s Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro leak wasn’t enough for you, then feast your eyes on these new renders of the Google Pixel 6 Pro. The leaked renders, and video, are courtesy of OnLeaks in partnership with Digit. While the recreated renders from the first leak were pretty high quality, these new…

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Google Messages is making it way easier to pump your texts full of GIFs. Not just GIFs though. Emoji and stickers, too. As spotted by 9To5Google, Google Messages has recently received a small update that lumps the GIFs, emoji, and sticker packs all into one spot. When you open up a chat, you’ll find that…

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This week GeForce NOW is delivering five new release titles to subscribers, including SnowRunner. This is a day and date release of the game, though it was officially launched on Steam a couple of days ago. In total there are 17 new games coming to the platform this week. Five of which are new and…

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In the grand scheme of all of Google’s design decisions, the mega wide, super thick volume slider in the Android 12 beta has to be one of the most odd. The brightness slider is nearly as wide, but not quite to the level of the volume slider. As one would have it Google seems to…

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After putting a hold on verifying accounts, Twitter has announced today that it is back. And it is making it super simple to verify your account. Previously, Twitter verification was a bit difficult, and there wasn’t really a set way to do it. There was talk about needing to wait for the @Verified account to…

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Unused apps can eat up memory, put data at risk via permissions, and send unwanted notifications but Android 12 beta offers an easy fix. And that will likely apply to the final release of the firmware too. That’s based on a recent XDA Developers report highlighting the incoming feature in beta, following Google’s 2021 I/O…

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When it comes to the new Wear OS, one thing that’s as mystifying as all the new features is whether or not current smartwatches get an update to the software. Google probably knows, but it isn’t telling. In a statement made yesterday, May 18, Google noted that right now it doesn’t have anything to share…

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YouTube Music will finally be arriving on Wear OS, coming sometime later this year. That’s based on a recent blog post from Google, detailing the company’s recently announced update to the platform made during Google I/O 2021. Of course, the company already unveiled its new partnership with Samsung on the OS. But this will mark…

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In Android 12, apps that need Bluetooth Scanning won’t need to ask for location permissions. And this is actually a feature that came from the COVID-19 tracing apps that launched last year – at the height of the pandemic. With the COVID-19 tracing apps, Google introduced an exemption that would allow apps to scan for…

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Google has announced some big changes to Android 12 with Google I/O 2021 and toast notifications are reportedly included. Not only will the messages, which appear near the bottom of the screen when an app performs an action, get the Material You treatment. Meaning that they’ll take on the same color-shifting theming that other apps…

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Samsung will be partnering with Google for all of its future smartwatches, but it’s not completely giving up on Tizen yet and has plans for quite a few more updates. This is of course limited to Samsung’s current smartwatches. Meaning the Galaxy Watch 3, Galaxy Watch Active 2, and any other more recent ones that…

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Google has announced Android 12 Beta 1 during Google I/O today. The company released that build for its Pixel smartphones, but it’s not limited to Google phones only, not at all. You can install Android 12 Beta 1 to a number of non-Google phones as well. You can install Android 12 Beta 1 on some…

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Google has kicked off Google I/O 2021, at least in part, with a new advancement for its Tensor Processing Unit — dubbed TPU v4. As might be expected, the newly announced and reported processor effectively breaks the mold when it comes to processing power. At least in terms of processing power available outside of supercomputers.…

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Google today announced a new partnership with Samsung that will usher in a new era of smartwatches. This hinges on the unified smartwatch platform for Android that Google announced during its I/O keynote. Which will see the likes of future Fitbit devices as well as the Galaxy Watch 4 run on this new software. The…

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Android 12 basically wants to replace your car keys. Google has announced Android 12 during Google I/O, along with a number of changes it will bring. Some of those changes concern Android Auto as well. First and foremost, Google announced that Android Auto spread to 100 million cars. That said, some new features are coming…

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Engadget is reporting (via Vice News) that the Pentagon is tracking US citizens. The real issue with this is that the Pentagon is doing this without a warrant. This overall news is pretty troubling. Privacy is a big focus in today’s society. So knowing that our government is spying without permission is pretty harrowing. The…

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Whether you picked up the Xbox Series X or the Xbox Series S when both consoles dropped in November, they play the same games, but which are the best ones worth your time and money? Which games for the Xbox Series X are the best may be a little bit subjective. But if you’re new…

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Google has now introduced some changes to the Assistant-related menu in its apps, in line with a new communication feature being added. That’s based on recent reports detailing the alteration, which renames “Voice and video calls” to “Communication.” Now, that alteration can be found in the Google app and appears to be associated with an…

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Google has been working on developing Fuchsia OS for a few years now. Development has ramped up over the past year with rumors pointing to us seeing something this year. Now, according to 9To5Google, the company is getting a little bit of help from Samsung on the operating system. Samsung will be sharing its file…

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You want a good look at Google Pixel 6? Because thanks to this leak you get a good look at the Google Pixel 6. Or, what is thought to be the Google Pixel 6. Since this is a leak, it isn’t confirmed that this is the final design. Or even an actual legitimate design for…

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The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a big and heavy phone, not to mention its made of glass, so you’re going to want a case for it. As the last thing you’ll want to do after spending $1399 (plus tax) on the Galaxy S20 Ultra, is for it to fall out of your hands and…

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If you ever find yourself in a position where you can’t play your PS5 on a larger screen or monitor, then you might want the Genki ShadowCast. This wonderful little device makes it possible for you to connect the console to a laptop display for playing games. But not just any laptop, a USB-C laptop.…

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MediaTek released its latest 5G mobile SoC, dubbed the MediaTek Dimensity 900 on May 13. Just like the Dimensity 1000 and Dimensity 1200, the new 5G SoC adopts the 6nm e TSMC’s 6nm process technology. The quad-core chip comes with a third-generation MediaTek APU AI. Aside from that. it packs a highly competent Arm Mali-G68…

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Panasonic is a household name in consumer electronics, but you might not know it makes wireless headphones like the Mighty Bass RB-M500B. And that would be understandable. As these aren’t exactly getting all the attention when it comes to wireless headphones. But while these might not be the center of attention like the Bose QuietComfort…

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In late 2020, Google debuted a new feature for the Nest Hub, which is effectively digital sticky notes. It’s called Family Notes. Allowing you to leave a note on the Nest Hub for others to see when they come home, or come into the room that the Nest Hub is located. Family Notes will appear…

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Every PS5 owner who has been hoping for a black DualSense controller is going to get their wish soon. Because Sony just announced that it’s officially launching two new colors of the DualSense controller. One of those new colors is called Midnight Black, and PS5 owners can pick up the new DualSense controller option pretty…

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Google Messages split-screen view for tablets has been a much-awaited feature. The app has been receiving a myriad of new features over the last several months. The feature-laden SMS and instant messaging app from Google are slowly garnering popularity among users. This year, the app received several features such as auto-OTP deletion, scheduled messages, calendar…

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Roku has just added 25 live TV channels to The Roku Channel, in what seems like perfect timing. Considering its recent battle with Google over YouTube TV. Now these channels won’t replace YouTube TV, but they are free, live-streaming TV channels that every Roku user will get to watch. Here are the channels that are…

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Troubles are mounting for Facebook over the revised WhatsApp privacy policy which allows it to collect user data from the messaging app. A widespread backlash has already forced the company to delay the rollout of the new policy by several months. Now, a German regulator has issued an emergency ban on the move saying Facebook’s…

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The dark theme is beginning to roll out to Google Search on the web. Which means that soon, you’ll be able to use Google Search on the web at night without blinding yourself. Google Search has had access to the dark theme for quite some time now, but only on mobile devices. Search on desktop…

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ASUS has been making its Zenfone line for many years now, but it’s not the most popular line of smartphones out there. In fact, in North America, most people likely wouldn’t even know they existed. They haven’t sold well in North America, and haven’t always been available here. Nevermind, available on carriers. But the Zenfone…

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ASUS has taken the wraps off of the Zenfone 8, and has decided to go in a slightly different direction, compared to the two previous generation Zenfone smartphones. There are two Zenfone 8 models being announced today, but only one is coming to the US – the Zenfone 8. So we will be focusing on…

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Thanks to recent leaks, this may be the first set of camera samples from the upcoming Sony Xperia 1 III. Sony announced the Xperia 1 III alongside its younger sibling, the Xperia 5 III, in April of this year. Apart from the additional ToF 3D camera on the Xperia 1 III, both these devices share…

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Since the beginning of its time on the market, the PS5 has had issues with stock. Specifically the capability of retailers to keep it in stock. Initially, Sony expected PS5 stock issues to continue for just a few months. After the first of the year though, Sony confirmed that it expected the supply to be…

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Samsung is a company that is notorious for wanting to manufacture everything under the sun. That statement remains true as we get news that the Korean OEM is looking to enter the laptop chip market. According to Korean Economic Daily, Samsung is in the works of making an SoC that can be put into laptops.…

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Imprisoned Samsung Vice Chairman and de facto leader Lee Jae-yong could walk out free soon. According to the Korean media, South Korean President Moon Jae-in is open to the idea of granting a presidential pardon to Lee amid the ongoing global semiconductor chip shortage. This comes after five major South Korean business lobby groups officially…

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As you might already know, all of Roborock’s robot vacuums are compatible with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant. Allowing you to use your voice to control your robot vacuum. Instead of needing to open the Roborock app every time. And today, we’re going to show you how you can connect the Roborock S7 with…

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Google Photos is getting yet another interface lift, this time for smartphones. Specifically, altering the placement of a few key elements such as the Sharing segment and the print ordering UI, reports indicate. What’s new in Google Photos? The big changes, as noted above, are to the Sharing and Printing interface. And that means that…

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Samsung’s Quick Share app is an app that lets you seamlessly share files between Samsung devices. Now, the app is now on the Windows store, letting you share files from your mobile Samsung device to your Samsung computer. Sources indicating this includes a tweet from Aggiornamenti Lumia on Twitter. The Quick Share Windows app is…

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New music controls for YouTube could be on the way for Premium subscribers according to Android Central (original source 9to5Google. The new music controls will make it easier for users to play music without having to switch over to the YouTube music app. Users could already play both on the regular YouTube app, but they…

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Genshin Impact is the smash hit open-world RPG from miHoYo that everyone needs to play, even if only once. And as a free-to-play game, Genshin Impact is super easy to get into. It’s one of a very small number of free-to-play mobile games that is not only very good, but it won’t nickel and dime…

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According to 9to5Google Samsung, SmartThings for Windows 10 is finally here. Samsung’s SmartThings lets you control your smart connected devices. Since it is now available for Windows 10 a lot of users will be able to control their smart home from their PC while they work. The app is available now on the Microsoft Store.…

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Google always ensures maximum security of users’ account. Many security experts admitted that it is important to make 2FA mandatory. However, the two-factor authentication (2FA) is currently optional for users to choose but soon Google will make it compulsory. According to PCWorld, Google will take a step further to verify users and automatically make Google…

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The Samsung Galaxy S21 is not as fragile as its predecessor, but you will still want to put a case on it. We have found the best cases for the Galaxy S21 to protect it in style. From brands like Spigen to Samsung, and everyone in between. Even though the Galaxy S21 is made from…

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Twitter is working on a new feature that will make popular account owners really happy. The company is in the process of launching a new feature that lets you tip users. According to The Verge, this new Twitter tipping feature is only available for the mobile app so far. The feature lets you send money…

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YouTube has announced that a new version of the app is coming to Roku users over the next week. It will look mostly the same but, you will now see a shortcut in the menu to go to the YouTube TV app. Basically, it’s a workaround for YouTube TV users to still watch YouTube TV…

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Chromebook use is on the rise and the gadgets are beating out the traditional PC market spectacularly in the process. That’s based on a recent report from Canalys showcasing first-quarter 2021 figures and market trends from 2019. Overall, the PC market shrank by no less than 4-percent year-over-year compared to the Chromebook market, in terms…

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Wireless charging has become pretty popular in the past few years. Largely thanks to companies like Apple, Samsung and Google adopting it with their high-end smartphones. OnePlus also jumped on board last year with the OnePlus 8 Pro. However, there are many wireless chargers out there, how do we know which ones are the best.…

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Epic wanted to avoid paying the Play Store fees that Google charges so bad, that it reached out to NVIDIA to collaborate on a workaround. Details about Epic’s plans are coming to light as part of its ongoing trial with Apple. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Epic even proposed a compromise to Google.…

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It’s hard to believe, but Father’s Day is right around the corner. Even though it feels like 2021 just started. Father’s Day lands on June 20 this year, and we’re here to help you find the best gifts. It might seem a bit early to start talking about gifts for Father’s Day, but with the…

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Boost Mobile has announced that it will offer free health care services to the subscribers of its Unlimited Plus plan. Subscribers of the $60 per month plan, as well as their immediate families, will receive free 24/7 access to remote health services via the K Health app. New York-based K Health is a text-based telehealth…

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Earlier this year, Epic Games and Psyonix announced Rocket League Side Swipe, a mobile version of the popular game set in a 2D design, and now it looks like the full game experience may be coming to mobile too, with a beta in tow. According to documents uncovered by The Verge (via Android Police), Epic…

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Viber Messenger is now allowing even more participants in its group video call feature. That’s based on recent reports detailing an update to the app. But the change isn’t just hitting mobile either. Now, regardless of which platform Viber is used on, as many as 30 users can all be in on a single video…

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Google is apparently pulling inspiration from its newest Chromecast interface for a new app, dubbed Entertainment Space, meant just for tablets. The company announced the recently reported app in response to growth in the market for Android tablets. That market, the search giant says, grew over the last year by 30-percent compared to the previous…

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Things appear to be a bit shaky over at the Stadia camp, as it loses more top employees according to a recent report from Gameinformer (via Cyberia on gaming forum Resetera). The loss of talent follows shortly after Stadia’s Head Of Product, John Justice, was reported to have left the company recently as well. As…

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According to Droid-Life, it is now simpler to get an AT&T 5G prepaid data plan for tablets. Well really, the plan will work for all connected devices. That includes laptops, tablets, and other devices that have the ability to connect to a mobile network. In this day and age where working on the go is…

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The PlayStation app on Android now allows you to delete games from your PS5 console. Brining some much needed game file management to your system setup while you’re not actually in front of your system. The feature is part of an app update that was pushed out this week. And while game file management is…

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Amazon Prime launched in 2005 as a way for customers to get their products quicker, without paying for incredibly over-priced overnight or two-day shipping. Of course, now, that has become the norm and a lot of places offer it for free (some if you spend a certain amount). But in the nearly 16 years since…

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Google Stadia has reportedly lost its Head Of Product John Justice. While that doesn’t exactly spell doom and gloom for the platform, much like other high-profile changes it’s sure to get the rumor mills churning and start discussions. Earlier this year it was announced that Google would be shutting down Stadia Games & Entertainment. The…

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The Roborock S4 Max is currently on sale for $309, that’s $120 off of its regular price. It is currently listed on Amazon for $429, and you can clip the $120 off coupon on the page to get it for $309. That brings the Roborock S4 Max down to its all-time lowest price, beating the…

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Here is some unfortunate news for those of you who love Facebook Messenger.  Facebook will not encrypt Facebook Messenger messages by default until at least 2022. This also affects Instagram chats as well. Neither will have encryption by default anytime soon. However, it is possible to enable end-to-end encryption for Facebook Messenger. The ability to…

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Sony has just announced a new partnership with Discord for its PlayStation platform. Today, an official post from PlayStation President Jim Ryan lays out details of the partnership. For PlayStation users, this is a pretty big development. Over the last few years, Discord has dominated the game communication market on PC and mobile. Providing users…

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New Chromebook buyers will have a few new pre-install apps at their disposal in the near future, reports indicate, with the addition of Google Meet and Google Chat. That’s based on recent reports highlighting work that Google is undertaking to add both Meet and Chat to Chromebook devices. More specifically, adding those out-of-the-box so that…

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According to 9to5Google Samsung has made a reference to the Galaxy S21 FE by name. This is pretty cool since a lot of the time a device is referenced by leakers. The original spotting of this was by the GalaxyClub. The Galaxy S21 FE name was actually a part of a dropdown banner. Now, there…

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Google’s official Instagram page has recently shared a story that shows a white Pixel 4a in the background. In a short video that Google shared to celebrate International Dance Day, the company announces its Nest Audio smart speakers. But for tech savvies, this is not what it is all about. Some sharp-eyed viewers have noticed…

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AT&T is announcing a way for low-income families to save money on monthly broadband and wireless bills through something called its EBB (emergency broadband benefit) program. These savings will apply to both AT&T and Cricket wireline and wireless offerings. Though there are some terms that will set which customers qualify and which plans are compatible.…

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The Verge is reporting that Google has announced upcoming Google Play Store rules to stop inaccurate app listings. The upcoming Play Store rules ban inaccurate information such as lengthy and inaccurate titles. Google is aiming to stop developers from tricking users into downloading their apps. The new guidelines will aim to change how the app’s…

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Before miHoYo’s mega hit Genshin Impact, there was its cyberpunk action RPG called Honkai Impact 3rd. If you played this game and enjoyed it, then you need to be on the lookout for a game called Punishing: Gray Raven. It’s an action RPG much like Honkai Impact 3rd with a cyberpunk theme to it. Though…

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The YouTube TV app is now gone from the Roku platform. Thanks to a disagreement between Roku and Google, the carriage agreement between the two companies has expired. This means that new customers won’t be able to install the app on their Roku device, but for now, current customers can still use the app. Though…

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So you finally picked up a PS5 and now you want to connect your DualSense controllers. Connecting the first one is relatively simple as Sony walks you through it the first time you power on the PS5. But what about the second DualSense controller and is connecting it to the PS5 just as easy? In…

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YouTube TV is Google’s own streaming live TV service. And it offers over 85 channels, live. This product was designed for those that are looking to cut the cord from cable and be able to still watch cable channels. Without being tethered to their cable box, and be able to watch it anywhere. YouTube TV…

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HP and Samsung are the big winners in terms of growth in the Chromebook market leading into 2021. And the market, as a whole, is slowly eating into the tablet market. That’s based on recent reports citing International Data Corporation (IDC) data for Q1 2021. On the growth front, HP was out in front for…

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Google is now updating its AI Assistant to make it better at understanding the context of queries and the pronunciations of names. That’s based on recent reports following the update, shared alongside some useful videos highlighting the changes. Beyond context changes, the biggest change — at least for those users who use Google Assistant to…

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Spotify today has pushed out a library redesign that helps you keep track of your favorite music. Specifically any music or podcasts that you’ve downloaded. The Your Library feature itself is not new, but it has been revamped as part of today’s update. And the new design is aimed at faster, more convenient searches of…

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OnePlus was one of the better companies when it came to delivering the latest Android updates in a timely manner, but things change. According to a post on the OnePlus forum, the 2018 flagship duo, the OnePlus 6 and 6T, will be getting the boost to Android 11. However, it will definitely be a wait.…

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Google is extending on Covid-19 information added to its travel-related search results last year with a new alerts system. That’s based on a recent blog post from the search giant, detailing the new features. More specifically, in addition to a few other changes, the company now lets users see alerts about changing restrictions on a…

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Back in March Sony confirmed how many PS5 consoles it had sold from its launch period in November of 2020 through the end of that year. The number was a staggering 4.5 million units. No small accomplishment by any means. Especially considering how hard it was (and still is) to get one. Unless you were…

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WarnerMedia is set to launch its ad-supported HBO MAX service in June, and today it has announced the price point it is eyeing. It’ll likely cost $9.99 per month when it does launch in June. That’s not a huge discount, to have to put up with ads, considering HBO MAX is $14.99. So that’s about…

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Instagram could be your next stream of revenue according to Engadget. An Instagram “branded content marketplace”, creator shops, and affiliate commerce tools are in the works. The announcement came originally from Mark Zuckerberg during a live stream with Instagram chief Adam Mosseri. This is all pretty exciting and a smart business move for the company.…

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Stadia Pro members get free games every single month to make the subscription a little sweeter. This type of offering is not too unlike Sony’s PlayStation Plus monthly subscription. Where players get at least one or two games every month for free. Stadia may still be continuing to grow its game library, but it’s ramped…

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Chrome 91 is bringing significant changes to the UI and interactivity of Chrome on desktop platforms. That’s based on a recent report from XDA Developers, outlining the alterations. The biggest changes are, of course, the changes to forms and clipboard. On the first front, on Chrome 91, Google is effectively finally implementing the same UI…

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According to Business Wire Amazon has some new Fire tablets specially made for kids. The new Fire Kids Pro and Next-Generation Fire HD 10 Kids tablets will keep your kids happy and entertained. The new tablets have their differences and one of those is the ages. The Fire Kids Pro is for kids between 6…

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Amazon is still discounting the Echo Dot Kids Edition right now. Allowing you to save $20 on this one. That brings the price down to just $39.99. The same price as the Echo Dot with Clock, which is also on sale right now. Which is still it’s all-time lowest price. The Echo Dot Kids Edition…

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You likely already know that the Echo (and for that matter, Alexa) can play music pretty easily. But what about other forms of audio. Like say a podcast? Well Alexa can also play podcasts on your Echo device, as well as other Alexa-compatible devices quite easily. So you can catch up with your favorite podcasts…

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Spotify has just announced a new means of revenue for podcasters on the platform. News comes from the company site that there is a new Spotify podcast subscription program that has just launched. This is a move to help independent creators on their platform. Users will have the ability to subscribe to their favorite podcasters.…

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Facebook is pushing out a new tool for users today, with the arrival of a news feed-based Spotify miniplayer. For users who subscribe to Spotify and already spend a considerable amount of time on Facebook, spending even more time scrolling through your news feed is even easier to do thanks to the miniplayer. The feature…

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Amazon has the Bose Sports Earbuds on sale today, bringing them down to just $159. That’s saving you $20 off of the regular price. The Bose Sports Earbuds are brand new, having just launched in the last couple of months. So to see these discounted already is rather impressive. Especially when you consider the fact…

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Samsung wants to make you more productive in this mobile world. Today April 26 the company announced the Samsung Smart Keyboard Trio 500. Thanks to the pandemic it has become more common to work and study from home. Remote work is the new norm in 2021, and Samsung wants to make that easier for you.…

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This time around, we’re comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra. These two phones are the most powerful offerings from Samsung and Xiaomi at the moment. Both of them have the “Ultra” branding for a reason. If you’re not in the market for a truly large phone, that is also quite…

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According to 9to5Google, new resolution controls for YouTube are coming to mobile. This is great news for anybody who wants more control than what is currently offered by the YouTube app. Now, users will be able to control the video resolution more than they could before. Thanks to a new server-side update to the YouTube…

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Folks who own a YouTube channel are familiar with the struggle of changing their channel name. It seems that YouTube has finally acknowledged this. According to The Verge, it’s now easier for people to edit their channel names. To change your name, use the YouTube Creator Studio In order to change your name, all you…

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Snapchat has continued to see respectable growth over the past several months but that’s been primarily Android users. Users on that platform now outnumber those coming to Snapchat via iOS, recent reports divulge. The figures are based on Snapchat’s most recent earnings call, for the first quarter of 2021. The company didn’t include exact details…

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9to5Google is reporting that Google Photos Sharpen & Denoise editing tools are now rolling out to the Android app. When Google released the Pixel 5 and 4a 5G the company also gave fans a redesigned Photos editor. Now the video experience recently got updated too. Google isn’t done as it is now giving Google Photos…

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According to Android Police, Spotify’s Apple Podcasts rival will actually be better for creators. This week Apple introduced its Podcasts Subscription model. As usual, since it is an Apple first-party service it is exclusive to the company’s platforms. The new Podcasts Subscriptions will allow creators to charge listeners a monthly fee for access to some…

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Cyberpunk 2077 sales have, despite the (very reasonable) refunds, soared into the stratosphere. Since the game’s launch, CD Projekt Red has sold a very large number of copies. The company recently pushed out a press release that acted as a sort of reflection on last year’s progress. In it, CD Projekt Red confirms that Cyberpunk…

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According to CNBC app makers told congress they are afraid of Google and Apple. These app makers are the ones who rely on mobile distribution from both companies. These same app makers are now saying they are scared of how much power giants like Google and Apple have. The testimony was given on Wednesday April…

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Facebook is looking to make some changes to its News Feed to provide users with an experience that’s less ‘negative’. That’s based on recent reports detailing the social media giant’s plans over the next few months. The biggest change is one that centers around a point of contention for Facebook’s News Feed over the past…

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Now is a great time to pick up a new Samsung smartwatch, as we are between the current generation and the next-generation smartwatch. Which means that the majority of them are discounted right now. Making it easy to get some for a pretty cheap price. Currently the latest version of the Galaxy smartwatch is the…

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The release of Genshin Impact on the PS5 is just around the corner. Precisely one week away. Earlier this month, the team over at miHoYo shared details of what to expect with the new PS5 version of the game. This included things like faster frame rates and 4K visuals for a more well-rounded experience. And…

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Google has now reportedly officially launched a new price tracker for Chrome on Android. Or, more specifically, the feature is showing up for some users but not for others. With the implication being that the feature is still in testing but is rolling out more widely. To access the feature, users simply need to open…

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It looks like Google wants to make your life a little easier. According to XDA-Developers, the search giant is working on a My Actions feature. Recently, Google began to roll out version 12.15.7.29 of the Google app on the Play Store. The new update brings along some new features. These include support for voice commands…

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Google may be preparing a visual redesign of the search features it includes on the Chromebook platform. That’s based on recent reports citing a change to the code behind the OS. And specifically for the search tool found behind either the launcher button or a tap on the Search key. That’s the key with a…

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Sadly, it looks like the global chip shortage will not be ending anytime soon according to the South China Morning Post. Unfortunately, the global chip shortage could last until 2022. These little pieces of technology can be found in all manner of electronics. From smartphones to gaming systems, they are the little hearts and brains…

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So you’ve decided to start streaming your games and you aren’t sure where to start for the best webcams. Maybe you’re simply now working from home a lot more often and you need a webcam to be more present during meetings. Whatever your reasons, you’ll need a webcam to get started. While it isn’t absolutely…

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The Android apps on offer from Microsoft are some of the best around. That’s true both for its productivity apps such as OneDrive and its more personalization- and search-focused apps such as Bing. But Bing Search and OneDrive are getting even better now, reports indicate, thanks to a new update from Microsoft bringing significant UI…

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According to Android Police Sony has a limited edition Silent White WH-1000XM4 color on the way. The new colorway will be available next month in time for the company’s 75th anniversary. Sony definitely makes some of the active noise-canceling headphones on the market. The WH-1000XM4 was a slight but worthy upgrade over the WH-1000XM3 wireless…

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MediaTek could beat Qualcomm, Samsung, Apple, and the likes to launch the world’s first 4nm smartphone chipset. According to multiple sources in China and Taiwan, the production of MediaTek’s 4nm processors may begin as early as this year. Phones running on the new chipset may arrive in the market in the first half of next year.…

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Believe it or not, the first smart assistant to make its way into a speaker was, Alexa. Unlike Google Assistant or Apple’s Siri, Amazon Alexa actually started on a speaker instead of on your phone. Of course, part of that is because Amazon’s phone didn’t do so hot, pun intended. The Fire Phone likely would…

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Google Photos is one of the most popular cloud photo backup apps. It is used by many, and all those who use it would be glad to know that Google Photos is getting a dedicated Document hub to make it easier to find documents. One of the best features of Google Photos is the ability…

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Although OnePlus launched its “over-hyped” OnePlus 9 series last month, it has already bagged multiple updates. The latest OxygenOS update for the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro brings the April security patch and camera improvements. The OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro received their first update with some connectivity and camera improvements. Later, the second update…

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Microsoft’s Cloud Gaming for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is finally coming to PC this week. After spending more than a year with Android exclusive access. Cloud gaming via PC was shown off earlier this year back in February. Through screenshots that Microsoft shared of the continued internal testing. But other than a mostly vague description…

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The hotly-anticipated Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is likely to adopt a slightly different design than its well-received predecessor, the Galaxy Watch 3. Renowned leaker Ice Universe tweeted that Samsung may be planning to replace its Tizen operating system with Google Wear OS for the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch Active 4 smartwatches. According to…

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Many of you probably struggle with some sort of allergies. They can range from annoying to problematic, depending on what we’re talking about. Well, in order to help you deal with them, we’ve created a list of the best allergy apps for Android. Do note that you’ll find both general allergy apps on this list,…

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There are loads of different gaming keyboards out there and the best ones come from a wide range of different brands. Though it’s highly likely that you may already be familiar with which brands those are. If you’re not sure gaming keyboards are the best to choose from or you just aren’t sure what to…

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Mobile platforms from the ’90s and early 2000s have a cult following among old tech enthusiasts. There’s a new Android app that caters to those enthusiasts by being able to emulate the Symbian operating system. According to XDA Developers, the Symbian emulator is called EKA2L1 and it’s available on the Google Play Store. The Symbian…

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The ability to manage a trash can in Android 12 looks to be a possibility. According to the people over at XDA Developers. If this feature arrives, it could add some much needed control for the user over trashed files. The trash can management in Android 12 would reportedly be located in the storage section…

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Google has reportedly decided to put up as much as $267.5 million to fund efforts related to getting more people the Covid-19 vaccination. That won’t just be in the US either. In fact, the company will provide both funds and ad grants to vaccine education bodies as well as direct funding to governments. Public health…

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Woot currently has the Microsoft Surface Pro 7 on sale for $779. This model comes with the Intel Core i5-1035G4 processor clocked at 1.1GHz. It also has 8GB of RAM and 256GB SSD included. There’s also Windows 10 Home included for software. So this is not the entry-level Surface Pro 7, but still a pretty…

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The Samsung Galaxy S21 series is losing its trade-in value like crazy, claims SellCell. As you’d expect, the Apple iPhone 12 series is doing much better in that regard, which is not exactly surprising. iPhones have been doing quite great in that area for years. The Galaxy S21 series losing trade-in value considerably faster than…

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Today, you can bundle the Ring Spotlight Cam Battery and the Echo Show 5 for just $179. That’s going to save you over $100 if you were to buy these separately. Making this a really great deal, and a greater “starter kit” for those that are looking to make their home, a smart home. The…

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The new Samsung Galaxy S20 FE variant has surfaced yet again, this time around, it popped up on the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC). That listing confirmed that the phone will support wireless charging, as expected. In addition to that, the listing confirms the phone’s design. If you take a look at the image below, you’ll…

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Lenovo has officially announced the Legion Phone Duel 2, its second smartphone in the mobile gaming space and with all of the improvements you’d expect it to have. And some you may not have expected. This isn’t just any gaming phone. No, the Legion Phone Duel 2 is the Doctor Octopus of gaming phones. That…

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Sports games fans and Xbox owners, your time is coming as MLB The Show 21 is landing on Xbox consoles this month. The series, which has been a Sony PlayStation exclusive since it started, is finally making the jump to the Xbox platform. This will be the first time that MLB The Show has been…

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According to XDA-Developers Google is restricting apps from being able to see the other installed apps on your device. This change comes via the Developer Program Policy which now makes it harder for the apps to see other installed apps. This is a great new feature that many should really like. Google says that it…

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Google is finally getting around to making the Chromebook video player better, reports indicate. And that’s not just better in terms of performance, necessarily, either. Instead, the company appears to be focused on delivering a modern, sleek UI. The new UI is also already readily accessible, at least for some users. What does this update…

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Samsung is one of the largest Android manufactures in the world, and one of the largest companies on the planet in general. Well, Samsung’s new raise offers have been rejected because unions want more guarantees according to SamMobile. These offers were the biggest raises in over a decade. However, major unions are not one hundred…

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The Galaxy S20+ is still one of the best phones on the market and routinely gets discounted. So if you’re a new Galaxy S20+ buyer, you’re going to want a case or two for your new smartphone. Welp, we’ve rounded up the best cases for the Galaxy S20+ that are currently available. These range from…

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Baseball fans rejoice, as the new MLB season is here. MLB season 2021 is starting, and will end in October. So, there’s plenty of matches to look forward to. For that occasion, we’ve prepared a list of MLB / baseball related apps that we believe will interest you. Below, you’ll find a list of apps…

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According to 9to5Google, some users are being prompted to „Connect SimpliSafe” by Google Home. Google likes to make setting up their devices truly easy. So simple that anyone can do it. The Google Home app is one way of doing this. From the Google Home app, a user can connect a plethora of home devices.…

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There’s reportedly a years-old bug in Chrome OS that could be making location data on any given Chromebook somewhat less-than-private. The bug, first spotted by the Committee on Liberatory Information Technology, exists specifically in how Chromebooks handle Wi-Fi logs. More directly in the records pertaining to connected networks. Summarily, the logs are housed in unprotected…

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According to Axios Dish and T-Mobile may have some friction between them. Dish Network wrote a letter to the FCC on April 1 stating that its partner for wireless services, T-Mobile, is shutting down a network prematurely. The network which T-Mobile is shutting down is still in use by millions of Dish’s Boost Mobile customers.…

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OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro are undeniably going to be among the most popular phones for 2021. The phones start at under $800, just for starters, despite flagship specs, including Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 888 5G processor. And, perhaps unsurprisingly, they’ve also got great audio support. Including Bluetooth 5.2, with full support for aptX, aptX…

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Amazon has the unlocked Samsung Galaxy A51 back on sale, down to just $349.78. That is a really great price for the Galaxy A51, and it works on all of the US carriers – AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon. Though this is not a 5G smartphone. As for the Galaxy A51 5G, it has a 6.5-inch…

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Amazon currently has the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live on sale for just $139.99. That’s a pretty good price for the Galaxy Buds Live, considering these are normally priced at $179. This is the lowest we have seen the Galaxy Buds Live for, as a brand new model. We’ve seen refurbished models a bit cheaper. The…

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Fiat has announced the 500 Hey Google family of cars today, and it has the „Hey Google” branding as well as Google Assistant built-in. And yes, it does sound weird. Since every Android Auto car does have Google Assistant built-in. But with the Fiat 500 Hey Google series, you’re getting a few more tweaks and…

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T-Mobile and Google announced their partnership quite recently. We’ve already talked about what it entails, but it could point to something else as well. Based on a rather specific quote by T-Mobile (spotted by DroidLife), the carrier will likely offer all 2021 Google Pixel phones. T-Mobile CEO hints that the company will offer all 2021…

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