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Selasa, 30 April 2024

Pixel 8a pricing and battery details rumored ahead of expected launch

Another round of rumors spoke about the Pixel 8a's potential battery size and pricing in the U.S.

Gemini becomes a more capable Google Assistant replacement with latest update

Google is making the Gemini app available in more countries and languages, and it'll pack more Android features too.

Peacock is raising subscription prices just in time for the Olympics

Peacock will increase the price of its Premium and Premium Plus plans in a few months, right before NBC is set to host the summer Olympic Games.

Beats Solo 4 review: New sound. Who dis?

A new year, new sound profile, and new features may make Beats Solo 4 their strongest headphone offering to date for Hi-Res Audio enthusiasts.

Senin, 29 April 2024

Sony's Xperia 1 VI could be cheaper, feature larger camera modules

Sony is prepping for the Xperia 1 VI launch next to the Xperia 10 VI launch next month in Tokyo. New leaks reveal exciting details of the handset.

Heads up! Our favorite Motorola phone is $300 OFF at Best Buy right now

Best Buy is offering $300 off the 2023 Motorola Edge Plus when you activate today (or $200 unlocked), plus a one-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.

The Google Play Store now makes downloading multiple apps a lot faster

Now you can download two apps simultaneously on the Play Store, instead of waiting forever for each one to finish.

Minggu, 28 April 2024

Google Chat may soon summarize conversations for you on demand

Google is tipped to be cooking up a Gemini-powered convo summarizer for Google Chat.

Best Bluetooth headsets 2024

A Bluetooth headset can be a great way to stay on task while on the job, working from home, on-call, or anywhere else you might find yourself. Here are our top picks.

Coros vs. Garmin vs. Polar fitness test: How the new Vertix 2S compares to the Forerunner 965 and Vantage V3

I ran, sprinted, and hiked with the top Garmin, Coros, and Polar watches to see which came out on top. Here are the results.

The Pixel Launcher might finally let you see long app names in full

Pixel Launcher on Android 15 might let you choose to see the full names of your apps, instead of those confusing short versions.

Sabtu, 27 April 2024

News Weekly: Wear OS 5 is coming, TikTok's days are numbered, Meta's big AI upgrade

This week's headlines included a look at what to expect at Google I/O regarding Wear OS, the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses getting even smarter, and the U.S. signing the new TikTok ban into law.

Apple Watch Ultra 2 long-term review: Your move, Samsung

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 only has one real Android watch equivalent: the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, which beats it for battery life but loses for fitness tools. Now that we've tested the Ultra 2, we can only hope the Galaxy Watch 7 Pro or Ultra offers a similar experience.

Why is net neutrality so important?

The FCC has voted to restore net neutrality regulations and has classified the broadband data providers as a "Title II telecommunications service." Here's why that matters.

Jumat, 26 April 2024

Android 15 has a new dark mode switch with the same old problems

Dark mode is supposed to be easier on the eyes, and while Google's new force dark mode in Android 15 could be helpful, some phones don't do it right.

Next Galaxy S24 Ultra camera upgrade might be on hold for a bit

It looks like Samsung pushed back the next camera upgrades for the Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Kamis, 25 April 2024

Exclusive: Meta's upcoming glasses are the OMG moment that AR needs

Our exclusive interview with the Head of AR Glasses Hardware at Meta, Caitlin Kalinowski, revealed new details about Project Nazare and what we should expect from Meta's first true AR glasses.

This hidden Visible deal could drop your phone bill to ONLY $15 per month — just use this promo code

Visible just launched a deal that'll save you $10 per month on your phone bill for three months when you use this promo code.

The 46-day COROS VERTIX 2S targets Alex Honnold-esque adventurers; here are our early impressions

The COROS VERTIX 2S is a massive watch for mountaineers, XC skiers, climbers, and ultramarathoners, with some minor-yet-significant upgrades over the VERTIX 2.

Google is dragging its feet on killing third-party cookies yet again

Google keeps putting off the death of third-party cookies in Chrome.

Rabu, 24 April 2024

Not enough people are talking about this phone's weird display

The Honor Magic 6 Pro is the first phone with 4,320Hz PWM brightness adjustment, but does that automatically mean it's better for your eyes?

TikTok's days are literally numbered in the US as bill to ban app is signed into law

The U.S. government has signed a new bill into law that could lead to a nationwide ban of TikTok. The company has less than a year to divest the app and find a potential buyer.

Does it help to force close apps on your phone?

Your phone's operating system manages apps and resources on it's own, and it's pretty good at doing it.

Selasa, 23 April 2024

Nothing data breach comes to light, affecting community members

The usernames, email addresses, and more of Nothing Community members were found online years after a Nothing data breach.

Mysterious Wear OS smartwatch listing makes us wonder what Google has up its sleeve

A new Google product was added to the Federal Communications Commission's database, but it's unlikely to be the Google Pixel Watch 3.

Senin, 22 April 2024

Best phones for PWM/flicker sensitive people 2024

Most modern phones use flickering OLED displays that are harmful to some users. These are the phones that get around this problem and still offer a great experience.

How to use YouTube Music on your Wear OS smartwatch

YouTube Music has a Wear OS app, and here's how you can start using it on your smartwatch.

Google Meet will now let you annotate while presenting content

Google is adding annotations to Google Meet, so now you can draw on shared screens, files, and apps. But it's only coming to select Google Workspace tiers.

Minggu, 21 April 2024

I asked Garmin how to fix my running form, and the answer will surprise beginners

Many smartwatches, from the Galaxy Watch to the Apple Watch, can analyze your running form and tell you how you compare to other runners. While you shouldn't "obsess over" this data, Garmin says, there is a way to use it to improve as a runner. Here's how!

Sabtu, 20 April 2024

News Weekly: Google's big change, live Pixel 9 Pro images, a wooden Motorola phone, and more

In our latest edition of News Weekly, we discuss Google's massive reorg, Motorola's latest smartphones made of vegan leather and wood, new Pixel 9 Pro leaks, Nothing's new earbuds, and TikTok's Instagram killer.

This Earth Day, get $400 OFF the refurbished Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra at Best Buy

Best Buy is offering between $320 and $410 in savings on refurbished Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultras, just in time for Earth Day.

The big lie of sustainable tech

Tech companies love to throw out words like sustainable. The products they sell are anything but.

WhatsApp is apparently making it easier to handle your top contacts

WhatsApp might be cooking up a way to make it easier to keep in touch with your favorites.

Jumat, 19 April 2024

Meta AI is taking over WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger

Meta's widespread artificial intelligence push is finally here, as we've got a new LLM, integration with Meta's core apps, and a web client out now.

Sennheiser Momentum Sport review: Music and health tracking in your ears

The Sennheiser Momentum Sport aim for doing two things at once: play great-sounding tunes and track some health metrics in real time.

Here's how I reuse old phones

Most of us have old phones that are just gathering dust in a drawer. Here are a few things you can do to reuse older phones.

Kamis, 18 April 2024

Google Drive for the web FINALLY gets dark mode, and it's wonderful

Google has decided to roll out dark mode to Drive on the web, and it is now available to all users worldwide.

Nothing Ear (a) review: Proof you don't need expensive earbuds

The Nothing Ear (a) proves that you don't need to pay hundreds for a great pair of Bluetooth earbuds for everyday use.

Android 15: All the new features, eligible devices, and release date

Android 15 is now in public beta, and there are a lot of changes from last year. Here's a look at all the new features coming to Android 15.

Rabu, 17 April 2024

Google Maps wants to make your EV rides smoother with these features

Google wants to help EV vehicle owners spot their charging stations by providing additional information, such as where exactly the charging point is in a multi-level parking slot.

Visible announces new annual plans — our favorite cheap wireless carrier is about to get even cheaper

Starting in May, Visible will begin offering annual plans to customers who want to pay for a full year of wireless in advance.

The TECNO Camon 30 Premier promises top-notch cameras with a dual-chip imaging setup

The Camon 30 Premier 5G was shown off way back in February at MWC 2024, but now it's finally ready to hit stores.

Selasa, 16 April 2024

Motorola announces the new Edge 50 Ultra with the latest Qualcomm AI chip

Motorola's new Edge 50 series lineup includes the Edge 50 Pro, Edge 50 Fusion, and Edge 50 Ultra — but they're not available in North America just yet.

Fiio K19 review: The ultimate DAC upgrade

Fiio makes some of the best DACs you can buy, and with the K19, it is delivering a halo product that is absolutely incredible.

Senin, 15 April 2024

Honor Pad 9 review: A terrific budget Android tablet with a big caveat

The Honor Pad 9 is an extra-large tablet that's geared toward entertainment. Combine that with a great value, and you have one of the best budget Android tablets around.

Roku confirms over half a million accounts hacked in second credential stuffing incident

Roku suffered another credential stuffing account, but this time, a whopping 576,000 user accounts were hacked.

Google starts removing links to California news outlets ahead of proposed bill

California is exploring a Journalism Preservation Act that would require Google and Meta to pay news publishers for their aggregated content, and Google wants to pull California news content altogether.

Minggu, 14 April 2024

Pixel 8a shows up in recent UScellular device tutorials listing

With the Google I/O 2024 just around the corner, multiple leaks of Pixel 8a are showing up on the web. The latest one assures the launch is imminent.

Meta is quietly testing one of the best PS5 features on this Meta Quest game

A new Instant Replay feature is coming to Horizon Worlds on the Meta Quest platform that automatically saves gameplay footage when activated.

14 ways to extend battery life on Wear OS

Most Wear OS watches require daily charging, but these tips and tricks can reduce your charger usage while keeping your watch fully useful.

Smartwatches would be the perfect place to revive this '90s gaming fad

As a child of the 90s, I raised a Tamagotchi and wore a Pikachu pedometer that made the critter happy the more I walked. Decades later, this concept should have a renaissance on smartwatches, with virtual pets standing in for your personal fitness goals.

Sabtu, 13 April 2024

Google designers detail the ongoing effort to revamp Fitbit app

Google shared an interview with the Fitbit UX team explaining the thought behind the app's Material You design overhaul.

TCL releases awkward trailer for AI-generated movie

TCL's first original movie is an AI-generated romance film, and a trailer for it was released today on YouTube.

Jumat, 12 April 2024

The Motorola phone that we called 'fantastic' and 'flagship-level' is selling for only $250 at Best Buy today

Best Buy is currently slashing $150 off the Moto G Stylus 5G (2023), a midrange masterpiece that features a built-in stylus and some great-for-the-price specs.

Google One VPN will be sunset later this year

Google is shutting down the VPN available for Google One subscribers, but Pixel owners and Google Fi subscribers will keep theirs.

YouTube might change the web video player drastically, and users aren't thrilled

YouTube is running a limited test that involves moving the video title and comments to the sidebar, and users aren't exactly thrilled.

The Sony Xperia 1 VI might lose a beloved feature its predecessors are known for

We got a sneak peek of the new Xperia phone's design, but fans of the super tall screen might be bummed.

Kamis, 11 April 2024

Roku's Pro Series TVs borrow a cool idea from Samsung's The Frame

The new Roku Pro Series TVs are supposed to be the top-notch Roku TV yet boast Mini-LED and more premium TV features.

Walmart might launch 'Pro' variant of its Google TV competitor

Walmart has been steadily launching cheaper Google TV alternatives, and a more powerful version appears to be on the way.

Roku TV gains new updates to improve your viewing experience

Roku is bringing several enhancements with the latest update rollout, which will be seen on supported devices in the coming months.

I used the Galaxy S24 Ultra for a month, and there's a problem

The Galaxy S24 Ultra is a fantastic phone in its own right. There's just one issue — it isn't as interesting as its Chinese rivals.

Selasa, 09 April 2024

Best wireless headphones under $100 in 2024

With one of the best wireless headphones under $100, you can elevate your music listening experience without having to fork out hundreds of dollars.

Gemini will soon be added to the Google app on Android

When Google first launched Gemini, it was only available in the Google app on iOS. Now, Gemini is also headed to the Android version of the app.

Google Pixel 8a live photos show off big bezels and a rounded design

These supposed pictures of the Google Pixel 8a give us a better view of both the front and back of the upcoming mid-range model.

Senin, 08 April 2024

How to view your Android notification history

Discover how to access the notification history to view those dismissed notifications easily. Here are the quick and easy steps that don't require the help of third-party apps.

Moto G 5G 2024 vs. Moto G 5G 2023: Should you upgrade?

Check out our detailed Moto G 5G 2024 vs. Moto G 5G 2023 comparison to find out which one of these affordable Android phones would be right for you.

Google app's experimental bottom search bar on Android is slowly taking shape

Google is playing with moving the search bar to the bottom of the Android app, and giving it a modern makeover.

Minggu, 07 April 2024

Gmail's 'summarize this email' feature could arrive on Android soon

Gmail on Android might soon match its desktop counterpart with smart email summaries.

Canada is making a big AI push with billions in investments

Canada plans to drop CA$2.4 billion in its next budget to boost artificial intelligence capabilities.

Daaaang! The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro just scored a 38% discount at Amazon

Amazon has slashed the price of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Pro by between 36% and 38%, bringing the premium watch down to just under $280.

Smartwatches got bigger to avoid solving their biggest problem

There are three main ways to make a smartwatch battery last longer than a day. Each of them has their problems.

Sabtu, 06 April 2024

News Weekly: AT&T's massive data breach, Pixels get new updates, and more

AT&T suffers a massive data leak, Pixel releases its April update on its devices, Spotify is set to increase its subscription, Google makes fact-checking reliable, and Galaxy S23 is struggling with a unique issue.

The Pixel 8a may have just appeared in a Google Fi Wireless ad

Google might be preparing for the Pixel 8a launch as some users glimpse the device in Google Fi ads.

Taking photos of the eclipse with your phone is easier than you think

A few cheap tools and these simple directions is all you really need.

Fiio K9 review: No reason to buy the K9 Pro anymore

The Fiio K9 is a mid-range DAC that has the same design and a lot of the same features as its costlier sibling, the K9 Pro. So do you still need to shell out the big bucks to get the K9 Pro, or is the K9 the better deal? Let's take a look.

Jumat, 05 April 2024

You can get a 70-inch LG 4K smart TV for UNDER $600 with this epic Walmart deal

Get this LG 70-inch 4K Smart TV for $558 from Walmart, marking a roughly 14% discount on a great TV.

Samsung is much better at updates, and Google should take note

After seeing Samsung roll out an update for all of its devices, at the same time, it made me realize that Google's not in charge any longer. Samsung will continue to lead the way, and it might be too late for Google to do anything about it.

How to customize the Google Search widget

The Google Search widget offers quick access to useful tools on your homescreen. Here's how you can customize it to complement your phone's theme.

Google is reportedly weighing making Search Generative Experience a paid feature

According to a new report, Google is considering making Search Generative Experience a paid feature, perhaps as part of the Google One AI Premium plan.

Kamis, 04 April 2024

The PS5 Pro could finally solve the PSVR 2 frame rate problem

Frame interpolation is slowly ruining the PSVR 2 for me, but the PS5 Pro could hold the key to getting rid of this annoying problem once and for all.

Galaxy Z Fold 6 is tipped to weigh less and appear thinner than its predecessor

After visiting the Galaxy Z Fold 6 renders a couple of months ago, new information suggests the expected screen dimensions and weight of the book-style foldable from Samsung.

Google wants Gemini to help you respond to emails in Gmail for Android

Google announced it was bringing Gemini to Google Workspace apps for subscribers, and we now know it will power enhanced reply suggestions.

WiiM Amp review: This all-in-one network streaming amp is incredible

The WiiM Amp is an all-in-one network streamer that has every feature you could ask for, and it costs just $299.

Rabu, 03 April 2024

Meta just employed its latest tactic to keep little kids off VR

Meta Quest 2 and Quest 3 users will be seeing a new prompt to verify their age soon, helping tailor experiences and data collection for all ages.

Samsung's next smartwatch might revive the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro's awesome battery life

The upcoming Galaxy Watch might finally get us back to all-day battery life.

Fiio KB3 HiFi Audio Mechanical Keyboard review: This keyboard doubles up as a fantastic DAC

Fiio's KB3 is a mechanical keyboard that looks stunning thanks to see-through keys. But what's truly great is that it also has a built-in DAC.

Selasa, 02 April 2024

Samsung's Galaxy S20 series won't get any more monthly updates

As it turns out, the March 2024 security update was the last monthly update to reach the Samsung Galaxy S20 series. From here on out, the lineup will only be eligible for quarterly updates.

Xiaomi 14 Ultra review: My new favorite phone

With the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, the brand has once again managed to offer what is the best cameras on any phone today. Combine that with a gorgeous design and all the extras you need, and the Xiaomi 14 Ultra is the best phone of 2024.

You can now hop on ChatGPT without needing an account

You can now use ChatGPT without an account, but OpenAI will still gather your information.

Moto G Power 5G 2024 vs. Moto G 5G 2024: A little leather goes a long way

Should you spend $299 on a Moto G Power 5G 2024, or save $100 and opt for the Moto G 5G 2024, instead? Here's the answer.

Senin, 01 April 2024

AT&T's massive data breach exposed millions of customer data files on the dark web

AT&T is investigating a massive data leak that affected account details of current and former customers.

WhatsApp redesigns few features for better aesthetic and navigation

WhatsApp is constantly making and testing changes to its app over the past few months; a new one now wants to make it more accessible.

YouTube wants to show you Shorts in more places on the web

YouTube is testing showing Shorts in the recommended sidebar in a small carousel, but it's only available for a limited number of users.

How to use Astrophotography mode on a Pixel

With Astrophotography mode, you can seize the moment of that unforgettable night sky with this beginner-friendly guide. Thanks to your Pixel, ensure you don't forget how the night sky looked.