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Huawei announces global launch date for tri-fold Mate XT Ultimate
Tri-folds are seemingly the next big thing in terms of hype, and Huawei is trying to get in front of the trend by releasing the Mate XT Ultimate. The tri-fold Mate XT Ultimate now has a launch date.
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Following the web, the Gemini app on Android and iOS are starting to get access to 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental and 2.0 Pro Experimental (if you’re an Advanced subscriber).
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Meta to launch ‘half a dozen’ new AI wearables in 2025
A leaked memo from Meta reveals the company’s plans to launch quite a few new wearable products in 2025, presumably largely focusing on glasses and headsets.
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Pixel 9 ‘Reimagine’ images adding AI watermark
Edits generated by the Pixel 9’s Reimagine feature inside the Google Photos Magic Editor will now be watermarked with SynthID.
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Deals: Last day for the massive Galaxy S25 pre-order offers + FREE add-ons, OnePlus Open, Google frame TV, more
Today is your very last day to take advantage of the massive Galaxy S25, S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra pre-orders. The deals and bonus FREE add-ons or heavily discounted smartwatches are so good at Samsung right now, we just have to make sure everyone has one last shot at the deals. You’ll find all of those down below, but we also spotted the OnePlus open with with a FREE Nord N30 smartphone and a pair Buds Pro 3 alongside deep deals on Razer Kishi Android game controllers, a return low on Hisense’s 55-inch 144Hz frame-style Google CanvasTV, and much more. Everything awaits below.
Expand Expanding CloseOppo mocks Samsung’s foldable display crease in Find N5/OnePlus Open 2 teaser
As we near the launch of the Oppo Find N5 later this month, Oppo isn’t slowing down with teasers, this week showing off the near-invisible display crease on its new Find N5 foldable (which services as the basis of the OnePlus Open 2) while subtly mocking Samsung’s crater-by-comparison.
Expand Expanding CloseAsus launches Zenfone 12 Ultra and it’s unsurprisingly filled with AI
Asus has announced the Zenfone 12 Ultra, a somewhat tame version of the ROG Phone lineup. The new phone packs QWualcomm’s latest SoC and NPU, positioning it to handle a healthy amount of AI processing.
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After months of waiting, Google’s official Pixel 9 Pro Fold case is back in stock at the Google Store.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Pixel 9 Super Bowl 2025 ad is all about Gemini Live
At Super Bowl 2025, Google is airing a Pixel 9 and Gemini Live ad called “Dream Job.” This is in addition to another Google Workspace with Gemini ad campaign.
Expand Expanding CloseNvidia Shield TV gets its first widely-available update in two years – what’s new
The first major and widely available Nvidia Shield TV update released in over two years is now rolling out to users, and it brings a ton of bug fixes among other tweaks.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle starts testing new Search ‘AI Mode’ internally – Here’s an early look at it
As previously spotted, Google Search is working on a new “AI Mode” that offers a “persistent place” to ask more “open-ended / exploratory questions” and get generated AI Overview-style responses. Powered by Gemini 2.0, Google has begun testing this experience with employees.
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Sony has just announced that, for select cameras, a new option will be available to send photos directly into Adobe Lightroom as well as Google Drive.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube TV add-ons make streaming more personal; here’s a list of what’s available
As a basic streaming service, YouTube TV still knocks many options out of the park, even if it costs $82/month. What makes it easy to use is the amount of flexibility given to users, with over 50 add-on options. They vary in price, but there’s literally something for everyone.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S25 Ultra Review: You might like this phone more than you expect
Samsung’s flagship smartphones don’t live nearly in the same vein they once did. They’re not as flashy, they’re not industry-leading in essentially anything, and they’re not cheap either. But, after two weeks with the Galaxy S25 Ultra, it’s hard to deny that, no matter who you are, you might like this phone a lot more than you expect to.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Doom & Destiny Worlds, Pocket Rogues, Star Traders, more
This afternoon’s lineup of Android game and app deals is now up for grabs down below. Less than 2 days remain to land the big-time new Galaxy S25, S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra pre-order deals, but we also spotted Lenovo’s 14-inch touchscreen Chromebook Flex 5i at $100 off, the very first deal on Samsung’s new ultra-affordable Galaxy A16, and a massive $250 price drop on its latest Music Frame speaker. As for the apps, highlights include Doom & Destiny Worlds, Homo Machina, Pocket Rogues: Ultimate, Star Traders: Frontiers, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android game and app deals.
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Google Calendar now shows who else can see a shared event
Shared calendars on Google Calendar are incredibly useful, but one small oversight was made with sharing. Now, Google Calendar is rolling out an update that makes it easier to see who else has access to a shared event.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle launches Pixel Referral Program: $50 store credit, 10% discount [U]
The US Google Store is launching a Pixel Referral Rewards program: “Earn $50 in Google Store credit for each friend who buys a Pixel and they’ll get 10% off a Pixel phone.”
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Asus ROG Phone 9 FE launches with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Following up on the ROG Phone 9 series released last year, Asus is not debuting a more affordable ROG Phone 9 FE that runs on last year’s chip.
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Deals: First price drop hits new Galaxy A16 at $175, Galaxy Watch 7, touchscreen Chromebook Plus $100 off, more
You have less than 48-hours now to score the big-time deals on Galaxy S25, S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, alongside our bonus $50 credit, but the deals just keep coming and we have some notable options to scope out today. Alongside the best prices of the year on Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 models, we also spotted the very first straight up cash discount on Samsung’s new ultra-affordable Galaxy A16 smartphone at $175 and a $100 price drop on Lenovo’s 14-inch touchscreen Chromebook Plus Flex 5i. Those offers join ongoing deals on Google Find My Device trackers as well as SSD enclosures, chargers, robot vacuums, and more. Scope it all out down below.
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YouTube TV subscribers can now use Starz for free for 30 days
Available now, YouTube TV is offering subscribers an extended free trial to Starz for 30 days.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini app adding 2.0 Pro and 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental
Google is following the consumer launch of 2.0 Flash with new preview models that will be available to test in the Gemini app: 2.0 Pro Experimental and 2.0 Flash Thinking Experimental.
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Android Auto temporarily lost TomTom Go navigation app, fix now available [U]
An issue with Android Auto support in the TomTom Go app leaves in-car support virtually unusable, but a fix is coming.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 4a battery update reportedly cuts usable charge by over 40%, more changes
Last month, Google released an unexpected Pixel 4a update which was related to undisclosed battery concerns, and as it turns out, the update apparently cuts usable charge by over 40%, along with some feature removals.
Expand Expanding CloseThis Find My Device tracker for Android will have an e-ink display, if it ships
Google’s Find My Device network hasn’t seen much in terms of new hardware, but a clever new tracker, the “PhotoTag,” is on its way with a built-in e-ink display and more.
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