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Nothing Phone (1) gets Nothing OS 2.0 update based on Android 13
It’s been announced today that Nothing OS 2.0, the software that makes the Nothing Phone (2) so good, is now rolling out to last year’s Nothing Phone (1).
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It’s no secret that Android is adding support for satellite connectivity, and that includes within Google Messages, where it seems Garmin will be a key partner in getting things up and running.
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Google Calendar now shows Microsoft Outlook users in attendee lists
Google Calendar is addressing a pain point for those who organize meetings with Microsoft Outlook users, as those users will now be shown in lists of attendees.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S24 Ultra reportedly gets a much brighter 2,500 nit display, might be flat
Samsung just launched its latest batch of foldables, but, as always, there’s another flagship release around the corner. Ahead of its debut early next year, a new leak details that the Galaxy S24 Ultra will bring a considerable display upgrade.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Galaxy Z Fold 5’s battery life is one of the biggest foldable wins to date
Foldable smartphones are full of promise, but so far, they’ve also been full of compromise. With the Galaxy Z Fold 5, though, Samsung really nailed it in one aspect by finally delivering on the promise of stellar battery life.
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Asus just opened pre-orders for the Zenfone 10 in the United States this month, but the device will apparently mark the end of an era as a new report claims Asus has pulled the plug on that lineup.
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Galaxy Watch 6 Classic ‘Astro Edition’ is a space-themed smartwatch [Gallery]
Samsung is launching a new version of the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, the smartwatch it just debuted a couple of weeks ago, with a space theme through the new “Astro Edition.”
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy SmartTag 2 tracker listing confirms new design, UWB, still using Samsung’s network
Following the 2021 launch of the SmartTag tracker, Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy SmartTag 2 tracker in the not-too-distant future, and now a retail listing is bringing some new details to light.
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Dropbox kills unlimited storage plans due to abuse from crypto miners
Dropbox has announced that its offer of unlimited storage is coming to an end as abuse from some users has led to the risks of “creating an unreliable experience for all of our customers.”
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid Auto voice commands are currently broken for many users, fix rolling out [U]
Voice commands are incredibly important while driving, which is why it’s very frustrating right now that voice commands via Google Assistant are completely broken for many Android Auto users.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Flip 5 vs Motorola Razr+: Would you rather compromise on hardware or software?
Foldable flip phones have proven to be a hit, and the two best options on the market right now are Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 5 and the Motorola Razr+. Both devices have a lot to offer, and it’s a tough call between the two. Here’s what you should consider when weighing things out between the two.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home app will finally support manual Nest Cam clips ‘later this year’
It’s been over two years since the Google Home app took over the Nest experience, and we’re still far from the point of feature parity. Soon, though, another major hurdle will be passed as the Google Home app is getting support for manually creating Nest Cam clips.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung more accurately shows how much storage is on your phone in Android 14
Samsung was under fire from some earlier this year when the narrative that system files on the Galaxy S23 ate up a whopping 60 GB of the total storage. That wasn’t true, and in Android 14 Samsung has updated its software to make this more clear.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube is testing hum to search for songs, and it’s way faster than Google Search
YouTube announced earlier this week that a new test on Android devices will let users search for songs simply by humming the tune of the song.
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TCL’s Google TV sets get 200 more free live TV channels
Google TV has hundreds of built-in live TV channels, but you’ll be getting even more if you’re using a TCL TV, as the company has just launched “TCLtv+,” a streaming service with hundreds more channels.
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Xbox Game Pass remains one of the best places to try new games for an affordable cost, and it’s now getting a big cloud gaming boost as the service launches today onto Nvidia GeForce Now.
Expand Expanding CloseOppo Find N3 Flip is the first flip phone with three cameras, launches August 29
While the Find N2 Flip just made its global debut a mere six months ago, the foldable’s sequel is right around the corner, and the Oppo Find N3 Flip is looking like a killer option when it comes to cameras.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: This leather Pixel Fold case is better than Bellroy’s at a third of the cost
Google’s Pixel Fold may not be the best foldable you can get, but it’s still a great option. However, the super-premium device only has a few good case options, and it’s been especially hard to get a decent leather case for the Pixel Fold. After my go-to favorite turned out to be a disaster, I settled on a $25 alternative that’s shockingly good.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Chrome is getting a bottom-mounted address bar, but only on iPhone [Gallery]
Google Chrome is preparing to launch a bottom-mounted address bar on iPhone.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube TV told to stop ‘$600 less than cable’ ads following price hikes
YouTube TV was once a no-brainer replacement for the expensive costs of cable TV, but that’s quickly changed over the years as the service’s price has continued to climb. Now, Google is in hot water for saying that YouTube TV is still drastically cheaper than cable.
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Amazon Luna is now available on LG TVs
While Amazon Luna has seen some games disappear over the past few months, the platform is still chugging along, and today, it’s seeing a big expansion with a native app launching on LG TVs.
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Snapdragon G Series chips are designed for gaming handhelds
Qualcomm has today announced a new focus on chips for gaming handhelds under the “Snapdragon G Series” that includes a brand-new Gen 2 flagship offering.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung will bring cloud gaming services to its 2020 smart TVs [U]
After launching the “Gaming Hub” on newer smart TVs and other devices, Samsung has announced that its 2020 smart TVs will gain support for cloud gaming apps.
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