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The Galaxy Ring’s FCC registration is official, complete with pictures
The Galaxy Ring is still technically under wraps, though that hasn’t meant limited previews haven’t been available. In a new FCC filing for the Galaxy Ring, Samsung has included a couple of key details and images regarding some of its ring sizes.
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Google’s Find My Device Network is officially open to the public. It allows you to track your devices using a much more reliable method and allows for device sharing between trusted users. Here’s how sharing a tracker through the Find My Device network works.
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Microsoft has a new feature that allows you to copy and paste text from your Android phone’s images, straight from the Phone Link desktop app in Windows. Here’s how to use it.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 15 Beta is now available for devices from Nothing, OnePlus, Xiaomi, and more
Android 15 is now becoming available for devices outside of the Pixel ecosystem, including from OEMs like Nothing, Oppo, OnePlus, Xiaomi, Vivo, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 for TVs brings new energy modes and the hope of better apps
TVs that run Google’s OS will start to get Android 14 soon, which means more flexibility in terms of energy-saving modes and accessibility. Developers will also be getting access to Compose for TV in beta, which brings better tools that result in even better Android TV apps.
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Xbox Cloud Gaming rolls out mouse and keyboard support in beta [U]
The web version of Xbox Cloud Gaming has lacked mouse and keyboard support until today. The company is enabling mouse and keyboard support in open beta.
Expand Expanding CloseVisible is rolling out annual plans with significant discounts [U]
Visible has a reputation as one of the most affordable cellular plans on the market that won’t short you on performance. Today, Visible announced it’s adding a more affordable annual payment plan that ends up saving the user more.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Galaxy Watch 7 might house Samsung’s first 3nm chip after all
The Galaxy Watch 7 has cropped up in recent leaks and rumors, mostly surrounding the variants the lineup may contain. One recent rumor suggests that Samsung may equip at least one of the Galaxy Watch 7 models with a chip built on the company’s 3nm process, corroborating previous reports.
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You can try Google Veo, but you may need to be a creator
Google just announced a new tool called Veo that can generate videos over a minute long based on text prompts, much like a text-to-image tool. It isn’t available to the public just yet, but there is a way to start using it.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle launches ‘Veo,’ an AI video generation tool alongside Imagen 3 upgrade
Google has announced a groundbreaking new AI model named “Veo” that will take on video generation, tailored to users creative visions. Google is also upgrading its image generation model, bringing it to its third generation in Imagen 3.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to watch the Google I/O 2024 keynote live
Google I/O is gearing up to go live on May 14, 2024. With it, the company is looking to make some big announcements surrounding AI and possibly upcoming hardware. This guide will detail how you can tie in live to watch Google I/O 2024.
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OnePlus Watch 2 sees substantial update with two new apps
The OnePlus Watch 2 has proven to be a solid competitor in the Wear OS market, and even at only a few months old, it’s seeing a pretty big update that brings some nice quality-of-life features, a barometer function, and a relax app.
Expand Expanding CloseOne UI 6.1 rolls out to the Galaxy S21 and Fold 3 in the US
Days after Samsung’s 2022 releases officially started to see One UI 6.1 in the US, the Galaxy S21 series and Fold 3 are starting to get access to the company’s latest build.
Expand Expanding CloseOura Ring brings unique cardiovascular health suite, bolstering app’s tracking ability
The Oura app has done a fine job of bringing surrounding data to basic health tracking, giving the user a well-rounded understanding of their health. The Oura Ring adds to that by bringing a cardiovascular age tool and a new cardio capacity reading.
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You can pause your Android phone alarms temporarily; here’s how
One of the worst feelings is realizing you turned off your alarm for one reason or another and never turned it back on – we’ve all been there. The Google Pixel series actually lets you pause the alarm for a specific period of time using Google’s Clock app, which means this trick works for any Android phone.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola’s next Razr flip phone appears in retailer leak, details price and memory
The Razr+ 2024 is the foldable flip phone Motorola is commissioning to take the flagship spot. New pricing and specs for the Motorola Razr have appeared in a leak aiming at the European market, alongside some colorways.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s One UI 7 beta based on Android 15 shows signs of life
Samsung is continuing its streak of adopting the latest version of Android quickly after Google introduces it. After the release of the Android 15 beta, Samsung has shown signs of life in developing One UI 7.
Expand Expanding CloseWhere to pre-order Pixel 8a and get the best deal
The Pixel 8a has officially launched with a solid set of features and specs. The phone is currently available to pre-order from a variety of online storefronts, and each has its own perks. This guide will break down each store’s deals so you can find the best price.
Expand Expanding CloseHisense launches CanvasTV, a competitor to Samsung’s ‘The Frame’
Hisense has announced its newest TV lineup, the CanvasTV series. This series takes a cue from Samsung’s existing “The Frame” TVs and pivots itself around displaying art on a display that suits it well, all while providing a great visual experience when you need it at a lower cost.
Expand Expanding CloseComment: Companies like Rabbit are taking the ‘early access’ approach and it’s not okay
The “early access game” model is simple: release an unfinished game with the promise of further development in order to earn money and make a name for yourself. That model might work for game development, but it doesn’t work for physical products like the Rabbit R1 and Humane Ai Pin, even though companies seem to be brave – or dense – enough to try it.
Expand Expanding CloseSpotify HiFi shows signs of life as the service locks more features behind subscription
Spotify HiFi seems to be a pipe dream at this point, with rumors spanning over two years and the service failing to provide any sort of improvement to audio quality. Now, new screenshots leak the Spotify HiFi UI with information on what quality the service plans to deliver. This comes as Spotify locks track lyrics behind the paying tiers
Expand Expanding CloseComment: The Galaxy Ring will have to be near perfect to compete with Oura
The Oura Ring is currently in generation three and brings an impressive set of features for an ultra-thin wearable, but right on its heels is Samsung’s own version – the Galaxy Ring. The Galaxy Ring is going to have to be almost perfect to be a viable replacement for the Oura Ring.
Expand Expanding CloseAmazfit Helio Ring gets a May 15 launch date with a $300 price tag
The smart ring market is starting to blow up as companies realize the demand exists. The latest company to announce an upcoming release is Zepp, which is launching the Amazfit Helio Ring starting at $300.
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