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Deals: Galaxy Tab S9+ up to $200 off, Galaxy Watch 6 Classic from $330, and more
It is time to kick off the week’s deals with up to $200 in savings on Samsung’s 12.4-inch Galaxy Tab S9+ tablets from $800 shipped. Moving over to the wearable side of things, Amazon has now knocked $70 off a number of Galaxy Watch 6 Classic styles and sizes with pricing starting at $330 shipped, or $10 under the direct from Samsung sale prices. Some massive monitor deals at 50% off for your home base workstation and more await below in today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle partnering with HP to commercialize Project Starline
After revealing a new version of Project Starline a year ago, Google today announced that it’s bringing the immersive video conferencing technology “out of the lab” by partnering with HP.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Open sequel might be delayed to 2025
The OnePlus Open is arguably the best foldable smartphone available today and, while there’s not much we’d change, we’re certainly looking forward to its sequel. However, a “OnePlus Open 2” may end up being delayed to 2025 if some new rumors turn out to be true.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Pixel 8a has a playful ‘Snapshot’ widget and ‘Inside Out’ wallpapers
Besides being a mid-ranger, Google is positioning the Pixel 8a as a “great phone for families” and kids. One way the Pixel 8a does that is with a “Snapshot” homescreen widget.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola Razr+ (2024) leaks with Snapdragon 8S Gen 3, bigger battery, same price
Over the past couple of weeks that leaks have started rolling for Motorola’s next Razr, but today there’s a huge leak that reveals the pricing and specs of the Motorola Razr+ (2024) in the US.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 8a vs. Pixel 8: There’s only one winner [Video]
Google’s Pixel lineup welcomes a new challenger: the Pixel 8a. But how does the 8a stack up against its established sibling, the Pixel 8? Let’s dive into the specs, features, and potential trade-offs to help you decide which Pixel might be your perfect match.
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 CloseGemini’s ‘Memory’ feature inches toward launch, will remember things about you
Google has been rolling out updates to Gemini very rapidly over the past few months, and it seems another big feature is on the horizon as “Memory” appears close to launch.
Expand Expanding CloseComment: Google Pixel’s astrophotography time-lapses were the best surprise during the Northern Lights
Over the weekend the Northern Lights – aurora borealis – were visible from huge portions of the globe, including my own home in North Carolina. I never imagined I’d be able to capture photos of the Northern Lights from my own backyard, but an even better surprise were the time-lapses my Google Pixel 8 Pro captured.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Messages starts testing RCS message editing
Google’s work on letting you edit an RCS chat continues with some Messages users on Android already seeing this capability. This would bring Google Messages inline with other modern messaging services.
Expand Expanding CloseWill Google I/O provide any hope for websites dying in Search?
Google Search is effectively a bridge between users and content on the web nowadays, but volatility in Search has led to many smaller websites seeing steep dropoffs. As Google I/O approaches, will anything at the event provide a ray of hope?
Expand Expanding CloseAre you subscribed to Google One AI Premium for Gemini?
Back in February, Google One AI Premium launched as the way to access Gemini Advanced and Gemini for Workspace. As we head into I/O 2024, are you paying for Gemini?
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Wallet dropping support for old Android & Wear OS versions
Starting next month, Google is increasing the minimum OS version for Wallet on Android devices and Wear OS with security cited as the reason.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to take pictures of the Northern Lights with Google Pixel and other Android phones
The biggest geomagnetic storm in over 20 years is hitting the Earth this weekend, and it’s leading to the Northern Lights being visible in huge portions of the Northern hemisphere. Here’s how to take a picture of the Northern Lights using a Google Pixel smartphone or other Android devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle now designs Pixel phones with case use in mind
Last October, Google boldly stated that the “Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are the most beautiful phones we’ve ever made.” An interview with Google’s director of Industrial Design, who made that proclamation, reveals some interesting details about the Pixel process.
Expand Expanding CloseApple reportedly still in talks to use Gemini for iPhone AI features as OpenAI deal looms
Apple is expected to be using a third party to power some upcoming AI features on the iPhone, with Google Gemini reportedly being a contender. But, apparently, that deal is still not closed, but one with OpenAI is nearly ready.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelated 009: Pixel 8a + Google I/O 2024 preview
Welcome to the ninth episode of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. We talk about going hands-on with the Pixel 8a and preview Google I/O 2024.
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Expand Expanding CloseChromebooks may soon offer Spatial Audio
Google is working to bring Spatial Audio to Chromebooks, enabling a more immersive listening experience.
Expand Expanding CloseCircle to Search is now available on the Pixel Tablet [U]
Following the Pixel Fold last month, Circle to Search is now starting to roll out on the Pixel Tablet.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid game and app deals: Kingdom Rush Vengeance, World Cruise Story, and more
Your Friday afternoon collection of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to go down below the fold. On your way down, scope out these offers on the Hisense 100-inch 144Hz U8 Google Smart TV as well as Samsung’s super-sized Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, and you can also take advantage of this Buy One Get One FREE offer on Galaxy Watch 6. Today’s app deals feature titles like Kingdom Rush Vengeance, World Cruise Story, No Place for Bravery, Bagatur Chess Engine, and more. Head below for a closer look at all of Friday’s best deals on Android games and apps.
Expand Expanding CloseOpenAI confirms May 13 event for ‘some ChatGPT and GPT-4 updates’
Following a report that the company plans to launch a Google Search competitor next week, OpenAI has just confirmed a May 13 event for new “ChatGPT and GPT-4” updates.
Expand Expanding CloseOpenAI gives an impressive non-answer when asked if Sora was trained on YouTube videos
OpenAI’s impressive video AI, Sora, caught the world by storm earlier this year, but the company still won’t admit whether or not videos from YouTube were used to train the AI model.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s end goal for Pixel repair is not requiring special tools
Pixel repairability was the topic of this week’s Made by Google podcast, with some interesting insight into the design process and where repair is going in the future.
Expand Expanding CloseReport: T-Mobile and Verizon are effectively buying out US Cellular’s network
The cellular market in the US may be shrinking again, as Verizon and T-Mobile are reportedly aiming to buy out US Cellular.
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