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‘Android 14’ was mentioned once during the I/O 2023 keynote
The only mention of Android 14 during the I/O 2023 keynote was how the upcoming OS release adds new lockscreen customization options.
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While we are still tracking some notable price drops on the brand new Google Pixel 7a and Google’s Pixel Stand 2nd Gen, today’s offers also include a solid discount on Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, wearables, and accessories. Samsung’s now previous-generation handset still delivers a flagship-worthy experience for folks that don’t need the latest tech and you can now score one at a new Amazon all-time low. From there, Google’s latest wearable is coming in at $50 off the going rate, bringing it back down to the second-lowest total we have tracked, and you’ll find the best price yet on Samsung’s half TB microSD card to increase your storage capacities this spring and summer. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 7a vs. Pixel 7: Blurred lines on a budget [Video]
With the Google Pixel 7a, the Pixel 7 is pulled into the vortex of what makes a better affordable Android phone. Similar specifications and an almost identical design make it a touch harder to separate. Here’s everything you need to know.
Expand Expanding CloseOppo abruptly shuts down chip unit responsible for MariSilicon chips
Oppo has experimented with its own chips in smartphones over the past few years, but it seems that is coming to an end as the company has abruptly shut down its chip design unit.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Pixel 7a adds ‘Adaptive alert vibration’ which minimizes haptics
Over the years Google has introduced a lot of “adaptive” features to help improve the smartphone experience, and on the Google Pixel 7a there’s a new addition – Adaptive alert vibration.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola MA1, the wireless Android Auto adapter, is coming to UK and Europe
Wireless Android Auto adapters are super useful, and Motorola’s MA1 might be one of the most straightforward options. Now, the Motorola MA1 adapter is making its way to the UK and countries in Europe.
Expand Expanding CloseCoral Pixel 7a now £449 in UK after price error w/ refunds being issued
The launch of the Pixel 7a in the UK was somewhat tainted with a £50 price increase for the Google Store-exclusive Coral model. It turns out this was indeed a pricing error with refunds now being issued.
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Honor is gearing up to launch its highly anticipated foldable smartphone, the Honor Magic Vs, in the UK, just a few months after its MWC announcement.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Workspace Labs more widely rolling out in Gmail and Docs
Following the Duet AI announcement yesterday, many more people who signed up for Google Workspace Labs are now seeing the generative AI features in Gmail and Docs that “Help you write.”
Expand Expanding CloseHow to sign up for Google’s latest AI features in Labs
During Google I/O 2023, the company announced several new impressive ventures into AI built for productivity. Each of these new Google projects is available in public preview, though you need to sign up for the AI Labs first. Here’s how to do that.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra foldable in all three colors [Gallery]
Motorola’s next flagship foldable is right around the corner, and today a whole batch of Motorola Razr 40 Ultra images have hit the web, showing off the foldable in high quality from every angle in all colors.
Expand Expanding CloseToday’s Android game and app deals: Wreckfest, Achikaps, El Hijo, QR Code Scanner Pro, more
All of the best Android game and app deals have now been collected for you down below courtesy of Google Play. Thursday’s app discounts are joined by price drops on Google’s Nest Learning Thermostat as well as the very first promotion on the just-released Google Pixel 7a that is now shipping with a $50 gift card at Amazon. As for the apps, highlights include Smart QR Code Scanner Pro, Wreckfest, Achikaps Pro, El Hijo – A Wild West Tale, Wilderless, T.D.Z. 3 Premium, and more. Head below for a complete look at all of today’s Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 Beta is now available for devices from Vivo, Oppo, Xiaomi, and more
Android 14 Beta is finally made available for devices besides the Pixel series, including phones from Nothing, Lenovo, OnePlus, Oppo, and more.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s the Pixel Fold camera in action: Astrophotography to Super Res Zoom [Gallery]
Having a good camera, despite the constrained package, was one of Google’s tentpoles in designing the Pixel Fold, and here’s a brief look at that.
Expand Expanding CloseWear OS Tiles can now animate, new Spotify, WhatsApp Tiles coming
While Wear OS 4 was the big news yesterday, you can expect a handful of updates before then, especially related to Tiles.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to set up the Nest Thermostat with Apple HomeKit via Matter
Matter has the promise of finally uniting the smart home under one standard, and slowly, that promise is coming to reality. Currently, Google is rolling out an update to its Nest Thermostat that adds support for Matter and allows the thermostat to be linked with Apple HomeKit. Here’s how it works.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle One Premium will offer ‘priority access’ to Search Labs and SGE
Following the announcement of Search Labs to test the upcoming Search Generative Experience (SGE), Google One subscribers are getting “priority access,” though it’s won’t be immediate.
Expand Expanding CloseComment: The Pixel Tablet doesn’t have a keyboard or stylus – that’s a good thing
The Google Pixel Tablet is set to launch in June, and based on its Google I/O unveiling and everything we’ve seen so far, it seems like a compelling product. But the Pixel Tablet’s biggest strength also leaves it without some expected first-party accessories. This tablet ignores productivity users, but that might be a great decision on Google’s part.
Expand Expanding CloseNew animated Material 3 carousel coming to Google Photos
As work on Material 3 continues, Google now offers a delightful new carousel component. It might look like the wallpaper shortcut when you long press on the Pixel Launcher, but only the shape is similar there. The full carousel is quite animated.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Google Pixel 7a launch discount, first Pixel Stand 2nd Gen discount of the year at $59, more
All of today’s best deals are now headlined by a launch discount on the Google Pixel 7a at $499 with a bundled $50 gift card. That pairs with a fitting price cut that’s delivering the first chance to save on the Pixel Stand 2nd Gen at $59 this year. Then the best price of 2023 has arrived on the Fitbit Sense 2 smartwatch at $240. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 14 Beta 2 hands-on: Top new features [Video]
We’re now four (yes, 4) updates deep into the early Android 14 preview phase. There are some new bits and pieces to uncover on eligible Google Pixel handsets. Here are all of the top user-facing functions in Android 14 Beta 2.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s upcoming Galaxy S23 deals will offer up to 75% off with trade-ins, plus gift cards
Samsung is preparing a new sales event that, among other discounts, will once again offer some boosted trade-in credits and even gift cards for anyone looking to buy a Galaxy S23 series device.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle touts Pixel Fold astrophotography that doesn’t require a tripod
Astrophotography has been an impressive feature of Google’s Pixel phones for a few generations at this point, but the Pixel Fold is breathing new life into that feature thanks to a happy design coincidence.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s ‘Project Gameface’ turns your face into a gaming mouse
Whoever said that you need a gaming mouse to send input over to your computer? Google’s Project Gameface is a fantastic new tool that relies on face and head movements to control mouse input without the mouse itself.
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