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You can now use Eve’s energy-tracking smart plug with Android, but there’s still no app
Eve, a smart home brand, announced last year that it would bring its suite to Android on the back of Matter, and next month that’s finally coming to reality. However, there is a catch.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Search results adding ‘About this author’ and ‘Perspectives’ carousel
Ahead of International Fact-Checking Day (April 2), Google Search is launching a number of information literacy features, including Perspectives.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to use the same WhatsApp account on multiple devices simultaneously [Video]
WhatsApp may be the most popular third-party messaging platform on mobile after Facebook Messenger, but using it on multiple devices is not as simple as it should be. Here’s how to use WhatsApp on two phones at the same time.
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Deals: Google Pixel 6 Pro lands at $470 low, Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 $599, more
All of today’s best deals are now rolling in, with Google Pixel 6 Pro delivering more affordable flagship features at a $470 low. There’s also a rare price cut on Samsung’s Galaxy Chromebook 2, with a 2-in-1 4K screen in tow at $599, not to mention the best value yet on DJI’s OM 5 Android gimbal at $130. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle and ADT launch new ‘DIY’ security system with sensors, keypad, Nest integration
Nearly three years after the two companies first announced a partnership, we’re finally seeing Google and ADT debut the product that makes it worth it. “ADT Self Setup” is a new do-it-yourself security system that includes a bunch of new security gear from ADT that deeply integrates with Google Nest products.
Expand Expanding CloseChromeOS and desktop Chrome are getting a Reading Mode
At BETT 2023, Google previewed a handful of education features coming to Chromebooks this year. Notably, ChromeOS and the Chrome desktop browser are getting a Reading Mode.
Expand Expanding CloseAI-powered hand raise gesture detection is coming soon to Google Meet
Besides Chrome updates at BETT 2023, Google shared upcoming Workspace features for education customers across Docs, Slides, and Classroom, while Meet is getting AI-powered hand raise detection.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing Phone (2) model number revealed in Indian certification listing
While we have yet to learn of an official launch timeframe, the Nothing Phone (2) could be closer than expected after the device model number was revealed in an Indian Bureau of Standards (BIS) certification listing.
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Google Home 2.66 tweaks Wifi overview page
The latest version of the Google Home app (2.66) is rolling out as a smaller update with a pair of visual tweaks for the Preview redesign.
Expand Expanding CloseWith the Pixel Tablet, Google has come full circle on smart displays
With the upcoming release of the Pixel Tablet, Google is once again reshaping the Google Assistant smart display ecosystem, which started on Android and has now come full circle back to Android.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and Pixel 6a owners on Verizon now getting the March 2023 update [U]
The March 2023 update for Google Pixel devices was delayed for the Pixel 6 series but was finally released last week. For Verizon customers, the March update has just started arriving for the Pixel 6 series.
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Fitbit cuts off older iPhones by raising minimum required iOS version
If you’ve been using a Fitbit device with an older iPhone, you might be in need of an upgrade, as the fitness tracking suite now requires at least iOS 15.
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Here’s the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite, coming soon with two major Android updates
OnePlus confirmed an event earlier today to launch a new pair of budget earbuds, but that’s probably not the only device coming at the event. Also leaking over the past couple of days is the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite, which might finally address one of our biggest complaints with more affordable OnePlus devices.
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Google Recorder: How to set speaker labels, backup recordings, and more on Pixel
Google’s Recorder app for Pixel is quite the productivity app. The feature set goes well beyond what other recording apps offer, which is a good thing but also makes it more complicated. This guide will go through how to use the app, including using speaker labels, backing up recordings through your Google Account, and even searching through your memos.
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Today’s Android game and app deals: OK Golf, ROOMS Toymaker’s Mansion, Arrog, more
Monday afternoon’s collection of the best Android game and app deals is now waiting down below the fold courtesy of Google Play. We also have deep deals on Samsung Galaxy S23/+/Ultra models at new Amazon all-time lows, but for now we are focused on the software. Highlight offers include titles like Peppa Pig: Theme Park, OK Golf, ROOMS: The Toymaker’s Mansion, Arrog, REDDEN, Money Manager: Expense tracker, PDF Utility – PDF Tools, and even more. Hit the jump for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung finally reveals the details of the modem found in Pixel 7 and slated for Pixel 8
Months after it hit the market, Samsung is finally revealing the details of the Exynos 5300 modem it supplies to Google for the Pixel 7 series, as well as the upcoming Pixel 8.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle app getting comically large Search bar on Android
The Google app on Android is overdue for a Material You redesign, but until then, it now has a comically large Search bar.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus Nord Buds 2 will launch on April 4
OnePlus is ready to release the sequel to the Nord Buds of last year with the Nord Buds 2, a pair of dead simple earbuds that can hopefully improve on its predecessor.
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Deals: Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra $180 off, Govee Assistant smart lights $90, more
All of today’s best deals are now headlined by discounts on the higher capacity 512GB Samsung Galaxy S23 series handsets from $800. You can also refresh your Assistant setup with Govee’s new Glide Y modular smart lights at $90, with rare price cuts delivering the best discounts of the year on Meta Quest 2 VR headsets from $349 to wrap everything up. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseVodafone is shutting off RCS messaging this week, pushes customers to Google Messages
Vodafone is pulling the plug on its own RCS implementation in the coming days, with an alert to customers going out now.
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Vivo is reportedly next in line to debut a Galaxy Z Flip 4 competitor
The foldable market is set to see some major expansion in 2023, including the arrival of more devices that adopt the “clamshell” form factor. Apparently, Vivo could be next in line to show off its take on the most popular foldable to date, Galaxy Z Flip 4 from Samsung.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus 11 will get ‘Jupiter Rock’ special edition on March 29, likely only for China
Following some leaks and a teaser last week, OnePlus has officially announced that it will launch the OnePlus 11 in a special new “Jupiter Rock” edition later this week.
Expand Expanding CloseFitbit Challenges and open groups are no longer available as Google pulls the plug
Following an announcement earlier this year, Fitbit has today pulled the plug on challenges and open groups, two longtime features of its app.
Expand Expanding CloseOppo and OnePlus reportedly set to leave parts of Europe and the UK; OnePlus denies
Oppo and OnePlus may stop selling smartphones and other devices in some major markets in Europe.
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