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Review: Deebot X1 Omni delivers a truly hands-off robot vacuum + mop experience
Most robot vacuums claim to be mostly self-sufficient with the promise of taking over home cleaning without all the maintenance, though that often isn’t the case when emptying dust bins and filling water reservoirs is the majority of time spent using it. The Deebot X1 Omni claims the same promise, though it might be the closest we’ve ever gotten to a truly hands-off experience.
Expand Expanding CloseToday’s Android game and app deals: Monopoly Sudoku, Point, Dariusburst, more
Wednesday’s best deals on Android games and apps are now ready and waiting down below the fold. Just be sure to scope out the up to $189 you can save on Samsung Galaxy S22/+ 256GB smartphones today alongside this return to the all-time low on Turtle Beach’s Switch-style Atom Android Game Controller. As for the apps, today’s highlight deals include titles like Monopoly Sudoku, Point., Dariusburst -SP-, Football Manager 2023, Twilight Pro Unlock, Timeflow: Time is Money, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseT-Mobile will acquire Mint Mobile, $15/mo pricing stays in place for now
One of the most affordable carriers, Mint Mobile, will be acquired by T-Mobile, the two companies announced today.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle publishes its Generative AI ‘prohibited use policy’ and other terms
Ahead of generative AI coming to Gmail and Docs, as well as third parties, Google has published a “prohibited use policy” for those using its upcoming products and capabilities.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube TV’s $10 discount on T-Mobile is no longer a promo code
T-Mobile has offered its customers a slight discount on YouTube TV for a while, but the two companies are changing how the discount is applied going forward.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid phones sold in India might require that bloatware apps can be uninstalled
Bloatware has plagued Android phones for years, but it’s certainly an issue that’s gotten better over time. But in India, major action may soon be taken, as a reported plan by the country takes aim at Android bloatware, ensuring safe updates, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle makes new Messages read receipt icons official, invites feedback
After testing in October, Google Messages looks to be widely rolling out a redesign of read receipts with icons replacing words (sent, delivered, and read).
Expand Expanding CloseMinecraft is officially coming to Chromebooks with a $13 upcharge over Android
After years of demand, Minecraft is finally coming to Chromebooks with the “Bedrock Edition” available in early access starting today, but you’ll need to fork over a bit more to get access.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle has discontinued the Glass Enterprise Edition
Google has announced today that it will no longer be selling its Glass Enterprise Edition 2 headsets, with support set to be discontinued later this year.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung reiterates how its moon photos work amid controversy
Samsung has offered 100x zoom and the ability to capture shots of the moon on its “Ultra” smartphones for the past few generations, but that feature came under fire this week following a compelling test claiming the photos were faked. Now, Samsung is once again explaining how its moon photos work and why they aren’t completely fake.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Travel website to stop creating trip summaries
From 2016–2019, the Google Trips app made for a great little utility that grouped together travel details and stored everything offline. Some of that functionality lived on in google.com/travel after the Android and iOS client was deprecated, but trip summaries are now going away this year.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Samsung Galaxy S22/+ 256GB smartphones from $701, Amazfit GTR 3 smartwatch, more
All of today’s best deals are now on tap and headlined by the best prices of the year on Samsung Galaxy S22/+ smartphones from $701. Also getting in on the best price yet savings, Amazfit’s extra stylish stainless steel GTR 3 Pro smartwatch has dropped to $192 alongside a pair of Anker USB-C GaN chargers from $19. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Pad will be up for pre-order on April 10
Alongside the OnePlus 11 last month, OnePlus announced its very first Android tablet. The OnePlus Pad was teased to be coming soon, and apparently the tablet will go up for pre-order in just a few weeks.
Expand Expanding CloseSpotify ‘HiFi’ has been ready to launch for over a year, but it’s being held back
It’s been two years since Spotify announced its “HiFi” offering with better quality streaming, but it’s still not available. But, apparently, the feature has been ready to go for over a year now, and is just not being released.
Expand Expanding CloseRumored pricing for Google Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a falls in line with expectations
Yesterday saw more details of Google’s upcoming Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a surface, and now there’s more to pick at, with pricing details that fall well within expectations.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 8 Pro is getting a flat display – did you like curved screens? [Poll]
Curved screens have been showing up on Android phones for the better part of a decade now, and they’ve always proved to be a divisive design choice. For its upcoming Google Pixel 8 Pro, it seems the company has opted to do away with a curved display and go for a flat one instead. How do you feel about the change?
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy A54 hits the US in April for $450 with five years of updates
The most popular Android phones in the world are often from Samsung’s Galaxy A-Series, and today the company is announcing the Galaxy A54 for the US market with a reasonable price and updates for years to come.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy A34 5G launches in selected global regions for £349
Alongside the Galaxy A54 5G, Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy A34 5G in a limited selection of global regions.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy A34 vs. Galaxy A54: Bigger packages, greater variation [Video]
Samsung’s latest mid-ranger A-series smartphones certainly pack a punch, but unlike years prior, the Galaxy A34 and A54 have more differences than ever before. Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 8 renders leak 6.2-inch screen and smaller frame [U]
Following yesterday’s Pro leak, renders of the Pixel 8 have now emerged and show a similarly rounded design, but without the new camera bar sensor.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube Music for Android preps support for podcasts
YouTube announced last month that podcasts are coming to YouTube Music, and we’re now seeing the Android app add the necessary support with version 5.48.
Expand Expanding CloseThese are the best smartwatches for Android users [March 2023]
The smartwatch market for Android has traditionally been a difficult labyrinth of compromise, but things are finally turning around. If you’re looking for the best smartwatch for an Android phone right now, these are your best picks.
Expand Expanding CloseAt a Glance preps shortcuts to airport and transit schedules
With this month’s March Feature Drop, Google finally rolled out Cross Device Timers on Pixel phones. At a Glance is now readying a pair of location proximity features when you’re near an airport or transit station.
Expand Expanding Close9to5Google Log Out: A series of Pixel update oddities
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