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OnePlus 13R is coming on January 7 with 6,000 mAh battery
OnePlus is set to launch a new budget-focused device in the upcoming OnePlus 13R and while specs and other details are not yet clear, it’s been confirmed the device will have a 6,000 mAh battery.
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As announced with the December 2024 Feature Drop, Google is rolling out an “Enhance Now Playing” setting for Pixel devices.
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Gmail’s latest AI models helping block more scams this holiday season
As “scammers go into overdrive during the holiday season,” Gmail’s latest AI-powered protections have resulted in “35% fewer scams (phishing, malware, etc.) hitting inboxes.”
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 color options leak ahead of launch, and there are a lot of them
The Galaxy S25 is merely weeks away from seeing the light, and before that, it looks like we already have an idea of what color options Samsung is set to offer for this year’s flagship lineup of devices, and there is certainly no shortage.
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Google says this Android Auto update should fix wireless ‘stuttering’ issues
Some Android Auto users have been running into wireless connection issues causing stuttering audio over the past few months, but Google says this should be fixed with the latest updates.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat was the best Google product release of 2024? [Poll]
We’re fast approaching the end of 2024, and while we could tell you what we think is the best Google product, software, or service release of the year, we’d rather get your opinions and let you have your say.
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Pixel Phone app tests making Audio Emoji more prominent
Introduced with the Pixel 8a in May, Audio Emoji continues to see updates, like seasonal animations, with Google now testing a more prominent access point in the Phone app.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung will basically turn the S Pen into an Apple Pencil to keep Galaxy Z Fold 7 thin
According to a new report, Samsung is planning to switch up how the Galaxy Z Fold 7 works with an S Pen in an effort to make the device thinner.
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Instagram for Android is taking advantage of Android’s Camera Extensions API to power a “Night Mode” on the latest Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy phones.
Expand Expanding CloseLatest Galaxy S25 leaks show off Ultra’s curved corners and slim bezels [Gallery]
Samsung is set to unveil its next flagship devices in about a month, and ahead of that, the leaks are starting to pour in. In the latest leaks, we get a peek at the new curved covers and display bezels of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, while also getting an alleged look at the Galaxy S25+’s hardware.
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Roku is adding picture-in-picture for monitoring cameras on the TV, more
Roku is adding a new feature that allows users to put a camera feed into a picture-in-picture window on the TV, among other new additions.
Expand Expanding CloseSecure your family’s files with pCloud storage 60% holiday sale
The holiday season is upon us, which can be one of the most stressful for family tech support. Keeping your family secure when online is a must, and this year, pCloud is offering some incredible deals that can secure your family’s digital future.
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Android app price drops and freebies: Hyper Light Drifter, Conquistadorio, Paths & Danger, more
Tuesday afternoon’s best deals on Android games and apps are now ready and waiting below courtesy of the Google Play shop. Alongside the apps, we are also tracking a new all-time low on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ as well as this $120 price drop on the 3-node Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro 6e setup as part of today’s Best Buy 25 Days of Deals offers and this sweet deal on LG’s wonderful 120Hz C4 OLED smart TV with a FREE $100 gift card attached. As for the apps, highlight titles include Hyper Light Drifter, Conquistadorio, Paths & Danger, PARANORMASIGHT, and more. Head below for a closer look.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit Cardio and Target Load rolling out to more watches, trackers
Fitbit introduced Cardio Load and Target Load with the Pixel Watch 3, and the metrics are now rolling out to the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2, as well as Fitbit smartwatches and trackers.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini subscribers can now use ‘2.0 Experimental Advanced’ with ‘significantly improved performance’
Following Gemini 2.0 Flash Experimental in the past week, Google is now letting Gemini Advanced customers access a new 2.0 Experimental Advanced model.
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Deals: Galaxy Tab S10+ drops again to new low, LG C4 OLED TV + $100 gift card $1,300 off, Nest Wi-Fi, more
Joining ongoing deals on Sony’s XM5 ANC buds and the sweet Bose Diamond 60th anniversary QuietComfort Ultra Bluetooth Headphones, today we spotted a new Amazon all-time low on the most affordable Galaxy Tab S10+ at $210 off alongside Ultra listings still shipping for the holidays at $200 off. From there we move over to some notable Best Buy offers, including the 3-node Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro 6e mesh router system at $120 off as well as its last minute smart TV promotion – you can score up to $1,300 in savings on the 2024 LG C4 OLED smart TVs with FREE $100 gift cards thrown alongside a host of models from Samsung as well. All of that, as well as some notable charging and gift deals, are waiting down below in today’s 9to5toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseWhat was the best Android phone of 2024? [Poll]
2024 has been a solid year once again for Android phones. Taking stock of what has been released, you’d be hard-pressed to buy or pick an objectively “bad” device. That said, what was your pick for the “best Android phone of 2024”? Have your say here.
Expand Expanding CloseMeta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses adding ‘Live AI’ that works like Google’s Project Astra
Meta has announced a new software update for its Ray-Ban smart glasses which will add “Live AI,” a feature that can use a video feed to gather context for questions, similarly to Google’s Project Astra.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 13 will launch globally on January 7 with IP69 water resistance
The OnePlus 13 has been highly anticipated due to the success of the OnePlus 12, which launched just around a year ago. The company has officially set a date for the launch and details what that will bring.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung teases AI summary for One UI 7’s ‘Now Bar,’ powered by ‘Personal Data Engine’
Samsung is gearing up for the launch of the Galaxy S25 series, which means more AI is about to come our way. In preparation for the new lineup, Samsung is detailing how it plans to ensure user safety with a new Personal Data Engine and a new AI summary feature for the Now Bar in One UI 7.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Galaxy S25 probably won’t have Qi2, but might have faster wireless charging
The Qi2 standard has seen hardly any adoption across Android, but has been rumored to be coming in the Galaxy S25 series. As it turns out, that’s probably not happening, but Samsung may be bringing better wireless charging.
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Google simplifies Generative AI Prohibited Use Policy
Google first introduced its Generative AI Prohibited Use Policy in March of 2023, and an update today aims to simplify the list of what isn’t allowed for Gemini and other first-party tools.
Expand Expanding CloseCircle to Search shimmer getting new Google color scheme
After adding Pixel Screenshots “Save” integration, Circle to Search is updating its shimmer animation to use the four Google colors.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play Store removing peer-to-peer app ‘Share’ functionality
In early 2021, the Google Play Store rolled out a Nearby Share-powered method for sending apps on your device to others. This feature is soon going away.
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