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Deals: Samsung Galaxy S23 hits $700, Logitech G CLOUD handheld $100 off, more
All of today’s best deals are now up for grabs thanks to the team over at 9to5Toys. On tap today we have a new all-time low on Samsung Galaxy S23 at $700. That’s joined by the best price yet on Logitech’s G CLOUD handheld console at $100 off, and a refreshing spring discount on DJI Mavic Air 2 Fly More Combo at a new $790 Amazon low. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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When Google launched Stadia, it put gaming industry veteran Phil Harrison at the lead. Now, it’s been confirmed Harrison has left the company.
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Sony reportedly working on a PlayStation handheld, but without cloud gaming
Cloud gaming has made it possible to run high-quality games on less powerful hardware, and really expanded where games can be played. Now, it’s being reported that Sony is working on a new PlayStation handheld that will ignore the company’s cloud gaming, and rather focus on streaming a nearby console.
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Microsoft’s Chromium-based Edge browser is adding a new feature, with better automatic blocking of autoplay videos and media on websites.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Tab S9 Ultra unsurprisingly tipped to pack Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy
Samsung’s Galaxy S23 series is, in part, so good because of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy chip found under the hood. Now, a spec breakdown of Samsung’s upcoming flagship tablet, the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, seemingly confirms that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy will be powering the show.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: Streaming apps from phone to Chromebook is cool, even if impractical
Our team has managed to enable the new app streaming features of ChromeOS, bringing the full might of your phone’s Android apps to your Chromebook.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel Tablet arrives at FCC, revealing UWB connectivity
The much-anticipated Google Pixel Tablet has arrived for approval at the FCC, revealing that the device will feature ultra wideband (UWB) connectivity, just like the Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 7 Pro.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle releases ‘Cross-Device Services’ on Play Store, will power Chromebook app streaming
At CES 2022, Google announced how you’d be able to access any chat app on your Android phone using a Chromebook. We previously detailed how streaming was involved and even showed it off. This feature might be nearing a launch as Google today rolled out “Cross-Device Services” to the Play Store.
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While we’re still waiting for podcasts to widely roll out (in the US) to YouTube Music, YouTube has added a “Podcasts” tab to channel pages.
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Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Bard is better at debunking conspiracy theories than ChatGPT, but just barely
One of the concerns about generative AI is the easy, hard-to-keep-in-check spread of misinformation. It’s one area many hoped Google Bard would step up above existing options, and while Bard is better at debunking known conspiracy theories than ChatGPT, it’s still not all that good at it.
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DirecTV appears to be preparing a new Android TV streamer
Android TV OS has been a popular pick for Pay TV providers for a few years now, and it seems DirecTV is planning to adopt Google’s platform for a new streaming device.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Google Now Launcher is fully shutting down 10 years later
The Nexus 5 in 2013 debuted what would become to be known as the Google Now Launcher. Nearly a decade later, Google is set to shut down the launcher.
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How to install and use Android’s Nearby Share on your Windows PC
Announced back at CES 2022, Nearby Share for Windows has finally made its way to the PC. In its beta form, the Android utility is simple, effective, and a piece of cake to install. Here’s how to add and use Nearby Share on your Windows PC.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton’s Wear OS integration works on Pixel Watch and others, not just Samsung
Peloton today announced a new integration with Wear OS that would allow Samsung Galaxy Watch devices to pair with Peloton machines to show your heart rate. But apparently, that integration works on other smartwatches too.
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Expedia shows off its neat GPT-4 chatbot for travel planning as Walmart starts integration
Generative AI is making an impact, and with OpenAI’s recent expansion of GPT-4 with plugins, it’s now starting to appear within other products. This week Expedia started showing off GPT-4 integration for travel planning, and Walmart also confirmed it is building on the same platform.
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Deals: Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro land at $190, Motorola anniversary Android sale, more
Back with a fresh round of new deals, 9to5Toys has all of today’s best deals down below. Headlined by the best price of the year on Samsung’s latest Galaxy Buds 2 Pro at $190, you’ll also find some celebratory savings live as part of Motorola’s anniversary Android smartphone sale. Plus, the first chance to save on Anker’s just-released M650 wireless microphone kit. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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Samsung discontinues updates for Galaxy S10 series and more
The Galaxy S10 will no longer receive Android security updates as Samsung has ended support for the 2019 phone alongside other changes to the company’s update schedule.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 6 tipped to bring bigger displays and smaller bezels
Samsung’s smartwatches haven’t changed a whole lot in terms of design over the past few years, with only iterative upgrades here and there, and of course, the Wear OS revamp under the hood on the latest models. But for the Galaxy Watch 6, it seems Samsung is planning to lessen the size of the display bezel.
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Waze adds new theme presets in ‘Customize Your Drive’ update
If Waze is known for anything, it’s the fun and loose take the app has on navigation. With a new tool, called “Customize Your Drive,” users are able to choose from a selection of presets that completely change the experience.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube and YouTube TV apps are crashing on Apple TV for some
It doesn’t seem like much time goes by without YouTube TV running into issues on Apple TV, and the latest update is wreaking havoc yet again, as users report crashing issues with both YouTube TV and YouTube.
Expand Expanding ClosePeloton’s Wear OS app can now connect directly to Peloton Bikes, Tread, and more on Galaxy Watch
Following the debut of the Peloton app on Wear OS earlier this year, Samsung and Peloton are announcing support for connecting the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 to Peloton products via the Wear OS app.
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OnePlus Nord Buds 2 launch w/ ANC, Google Fast Pair, more
Alongside the brand-new Nord CE 3 Lite, OnePlus has officially unveiled the Nords Buds 2 true wireless earbuds.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite goes official w/ Snapdragon 695, 108MP camera, more
OnePlus has officially launched the Nord CE 3 Lite as yet another device tackling the mid-range market and coming with some impressive hardware specifications.
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