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Deals: 45mm Pixel Watch 3 $200 off, Pixel Tablet $279, Samsung monitors up to 59% off, more
Monday’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now ready to roll starting with a particularly notable deal on the 45mm Pixel Watch 3 at $200 under the price of the comparable Pixel Watch 4 model – this is a brand new unit at the Amazon all-time low. We also spotted Google’s regularly $399 Pixel Tablet is down at $279 on Amazon today alongside an ongoing discount on Pixel 9. From there we move over to the Woot Samsung monitor sale with deals at up to 59% off as well as the Anker 2025 Halloween sale that just got even better with lower prices across across board. Scope it all out below.
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The near-complete absence of Qi2 magnets in Android phones ended with the launch of the Pixel 10 series, but why did it take so long? In a recent video, Nothing suggested it was partially due to cost, as the company estimated it would cost a company about $10 million to implement Qi2. If that sounds ridiculous… it kind of is, as the WPC has confirmed this is not the case.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 15 launches in China with fresh design, massive battery, and a price bump
Ahead of an expected global launch in the coming weeks, OnePlus is launching its latest flagship device in China first, and it’s giving us a good idea on what to expect.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing says pre-installed apps and lock screen ads are coming as Phone (3a) Lite launches this week
Nothing has made a couple of big reveals over the past few days, with a new Nothing Phone (3a) Lite coming up quickly, but also the reveal that the company will start pre-installing apps and including lock screen ads on select devices to subsidize their hardware cost.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel’s best color in years, ‘Indigo,’ is even better on Watch [Gallery]
If there’s one thing Google is good at with Pixel, it’s color. This year, “Indigo” is the standout color, even if it’s not on the flagship series, and my new Pixel Watch band reminded me just how good “Indigo” is.
Expand Expanding CloseChrome for Android rolls out M3 Expressive redesign
The rollout of Chrome’s M3 Expressive redesign, which began in late August, is now complete. It comes a few weeks after most first-party apps have received their updates.
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What’s new in Google Home app 4.1 for Android, iOS
Release notes for Google Home 4.1 are now available. This is the first major app update following the redesign.
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Welcome to episode 75 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, we dive into the long-awaited launch of Galaxy XR, the realized name for Project Moohan and our first glimpse at a real Android XR product. But what spot can Google and Samsung claim in a market that hasn’t shown much demand yet for premium hardware? And is the future of Android XR other third-party headsets, or is this a stopgap on the way to glasses? Abner, Damien, and Will try to make sense for this vision of wearable computing.
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Life360, the company that owns Tile, now makes a Pet GPS collar for $50
Life360, the company that owns Tile, has just announced a new Pet GPS collar that costs $50 and looks like a pretty good alternative to Fi, a popular brand in the space.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Subnautica, Wind Peaks, and more
Friday afternoon’s lineup of the best Android game and app deals are now ready to roll, including titles like Subnautica, Wind Peaks, Dragon Sinker, Alvastia Chronicles, and more. Just be sure to scope out the $350 price drops on Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (open-box units are up to $530 off) as well as this new low on Samsung’s 2025 43-inch 4K UHD M7 Smart Monitor and the Pebblebee Google Find Hub trackers down at $23 as well. As for the apps, everything awaits below.
Read MoreYou can now try and buy Meta Ray-Ban Display smart glasses at these Verizon stores
Meta’s new Ray-Ban Display smart glasses are impressive, but they’re also hard to get. On top of costing $800, they also require an in-person demo before making the purchase, and you’ll now be able to do that at select Verizon stores that will offer Meta Ray-Ban Display demos.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Gemini adds premade ‘wellness’ Gem, more
Gems are custom instances of Gemini with specific instructions suited for particular tasks. The latest premade Gemini Gem by Google is called “wellness.”
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GM will ditch Android Auto and CarPlay from more cars, but not the one you’re driving today [U]
GM continues its crusade of removing Android Auto and CarPlay from its vehicles, and that’s now going to include future gas vehicles instead of just EVs, while the carmaker is also building out a Gemini-powered assistant.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing OS 4.0’s latest beta update adds optional lock screen ads to your phone
Nobody likes ads, and that goes double for ads appearing in more personal, unexpected spaces. Unfortunately, it’s a lesson smartphone companies appear to need to relearn again and again, with Nothing finding itself the latest culprit.
Expand Expanding CloseQualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 packs upgraded CPU and GPU
Firmly grounded in the midrange category, the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 from Qualcomm brings some significant increase over its predecessor.
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Deals: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra up to $530 off, Google Find Hub trackers for $23, Samsung Smart monitor low, more
Friday’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals are now ready to roll starting with the flagship Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. We have brand new units via Amazon at $350 off the list price, but you’ll also find a deep $530 discount on this open-box unit courtesy of Best Buy with a 1-year warranty. Those offers join the Pebblebee card and clip Google Find Hub trackers undercutting the Prime Day deals at $23 each, alongside a new low on Samsung’s 2025 43-inch 4K UHD M7 Smart Monitor. Everything awaits down below in detail.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Phone might add ‘my calling card’ option that works like a social profile photo
Set Calling Cards on Android are wonderful for personalized contacts, but what may be better is setting your own Calling Card that shows up on other devices when you call others. That might be in the works, according to one insight report.
Expand Expanding CloseBoox Palma 2 Pro adds color E Ink and 5G for an even more smartphone-like experience
Since its launch a couple of years ago, Boox has won over fans everywhere with its smartphone-esque Palma series, combining an e-reader with a more pocketable form factor. While the company’s not ready to unveil whatever a third-gen Palma might look like, the newly-upgraded Palma 2 Pro looks pretty enticing for anyone still holding out.
Expand Expanding CloseBelkin’s 3-in-1 Qi2 25W charging stand is the first accessory Pixel 10 owners should buy
The Pixel 10’s Qi2 support opens a new world of accessories, but first in line should be Belkin’s clever little 3-in-1 stand that not only serves as an excellent travel charger, but also just a perfect starting point.
Expand Expanding CloseDisney warning viewers that ESPN, ABC, more could leave YouTube TV next week
In the latest round of heated negotiations, YouTube TV is now at risk of losing channels from Disney including the likes of ESPN and ABC.
Expand Expanding CloseChrome New Tab Page adds AI Mode, Incognito shortcuts on Android
Following desktop in July, Chrome for iOS and Android’s New Tab Page now has a shortcut for AI Mode, as well as Incognito.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini redesign moves model switcher into the prompt bar
Google is widely rolling out the next Gemini app redesign that brings the model switcher into the prompt bar to consolidate controls.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube video player redesign & new icons roll out to Android, iOS
Following the announcement last week, the video player, icon, and app-wide redesign is now widely rolling out to YouTube for Android and iOS.
Expand Expanding CloseGood Pixel 10 Pro Fold cases are a rare sight, these are some of our favorites
Understandably, case manufacturers don’t seem to prioritize the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. That means there are fewer case options for users to choose from. These options are great if you’re struggling to find one for your Pixel.
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