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Three ways the Galaxy S23 Ultra is built for gaming
Samsung touts the Galaxy S23 Ultra as a powerful handheld machine, capable of taking mobile gaming to a whole new level. So how is Samsung planning on doing that? This guide will take you through a few ways the Galaxy S23 Ultra was made with gaming in mind and how it compares to the S23 and S23+.
Expand Expanding CloseHere’s everything that’s actually changed on Samsung’s Galaxy S23 series
Samsung just unveiled its flagship smartphones in the Galaxy S23 series this week, and at first glance you’d be forgiven for thinking they’re not all that different from the Galaxy S22 series. What’s actually new? Let’s break it down.
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YouTube is getting the ability to invite a guest to your mobile livestream with “Go Live Together.”
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 13 QPR2 Beta 3: Taskbar and multi-window improvements, ‘Hub mode’ for Pixel Tablet
Ahead of the upcoming Pixel Tablet and Pixel Fold launches, the latest Android 13 quarterly update preview includes new animations for the taskbar and improvements to the multi-window experience for apps, as well as new settings for the tablet’s “Hub mode”.
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What Samsung devices will get One UI 5.1?
The natural next step in software for some Samsung devices is OneUI 5.1. While Samsung confirmed the OS upgrade is coming but didn’t offer many details. We’ll go over which devices are getting the One UI 5.1 upgrade.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S23 Ultra vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Does Samsung regain the Android crown? [Video]
Samsung is taking on 2023 with the Galaxy S23 Ultra, but just how does it stack up against one of the best flagship phones of 2022? This is how the Galaxy S23 Ultra and Pixel 7 Pro compare.
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Deals: Samsung Galaxy S23 series up to $280 off, Fossil Wellness Wear OS smartwatches, more
We’re back with a fresh assortment of discounts for Thursday, with some notable launch discounts live on Samsung’s new Galaxy S23/+/Ultra smartphones. On top of bundled gift cards, there’s as much as $180 in cash savings across the three different models. Plus, you can score new lows on Fossil’s Gen 6 Wellness Edition Smartwatches from $160 to go alongside Google’s original wired Nest Doorbell at $79. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
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Google TV’s latest Watch with Me installment showcases Judd Apatow’s watchlist [Video]
The latest installment of Watch with Me is now heading out to Google TV, this time showcasing the watchlist of comedian and director Judd Apatow.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Fi now supports eSIM on these Samsung Galaxy smartphones
Google Fi has been one of the biggest proponents of eSIM, but with the state of eSIM on Android still being a bit messy, even that push was limited. But now, finally, Google Fi has added support for eSIM on select Samsung phones.
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Google admits to taking down some Maps reviews that should have stayed up
Google Maps reviews are a powerful tool for learning more about the businesses you’re near, and moderation is key to ensuring those reviews are actually useful. In recent weeks, though, Google has admitted to taking down some reviews that weren’t breaking any policies.
Expand Expanding CloseCrayta, a former Stadia exclusive, is shutting down
Following the shutdown of Google Stadia, a former exclusive of the cloud gaming platform is also shutting down. Crayta will be no more in just one month.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung is waiting for satellite connectivity to be ‘ready’ for the Galaxy S23 series
It was rumored for quite some time that Samsung would adopt a form of satellite connectivity in its Galaxy S23 series, but yesterday’s debut went by without that feature. What happened? Apparently, Samsung is waiting for satellite features to be “ready” for the Galaxy S23 and other phones.
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Fitbit Charge 5 adds two more clock faces
Last month, Fitbit fixed an issue that prevented the Charge 5 (and Luxe) from syncing with Android 13 Samsung phones. The Fitbit Charge 5 is now seeing two more clock faces.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 13 QPR2 Beta 3 shows progress on lock screen shortcuts and custom clock
The latest Android 13 QPR2 beta shows that Google has made quite a bit of progress on customizing the shortcuts and clock design shown on the lock screen.
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CASETiFY announces new Samsung S23 case lineup: Thousands of designs, military protection, more
Following today’s Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2023 launch event, the new Galaxy S23 cases from CASETiFY have now surfaced. The brand has become well known over the years for its official crossover campaigns with everything from Star Wars and Street Fighter to Disney and Pokémon, but today’s it’s all about what it calls “the most protective accessory series for Samsung devices on the market.” This includes the latest Ultra Impact Galaxy S23 cases, a brand new clear model, and even some upcoming Galaxy Buds covers. Head below for more details and a closer look at the new CASETiFY Galaxy S23 cases.
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Dbrand expands its slick ‘Palettes’ skins to Google Pixel, Samsung, and other devices
After launching the “Palettes” skin series for Apple products only last year, dbrand has just announced that its popular series will be coming to Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy, and virtually every other device in the company’s portfolio.
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Lightroom is the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s official photo-editing software
If there is one thing to be said about the just-announced Galaxy S23 Ultra, it’s that it has an intimidating camera array. To pair with the 200MP sensor, Samsung is bringing Adobe Lightroom to the Galaxy S23 Ultra as the one and only native photo editing tool.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle says Lens and Maps Live View are ‘prelude to [its] long-term vision’ for AR
Android SVP Hiroshi Lockheimer made an appearance at the end of the Galaxy S23 event today to talk about Google’s partnership with Samsung and Qualcomm on extended reality (XR).
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s trade-in values are far lower with Galaxy S23 series – if the site even works, that is
Trade-ins have made Samsung’s past few flagship phones very attractive for deal-hunters, but the launch of the Galaxy S23 series is different. While they’re still better than others, Samsung has drastically lowered trade-in values.
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Today’s Android game and app deals: Incredibox, YoWindow Weather, more
Today’s best Android game and app deals are now ready and waiting down below courtesy of Google Play. Just be sure to check out the rare price drops we are tracking on the NVIDIA Shield TV Pro/Stick streamers from $130 alongside deals on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2. Highlight app deals include titles like Incredibox, YoWindow Weather, Quick Reminders, Infinity Dungeon 2!, Slaughter 3: The Rebels, and much more. Head below for a complete look at all of today’s best Android game and app deals.
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OnePlus tries to throw shade at Samsung’s new Galaxy S23 series – will the OnePlus 11 live up to it?
Two of Android’s big flagship phones are launching within just days of each other. The OnePlus 11 is set to hit the global market next week, and Samsung just announced the Galaxy S23 series today. And through the launch even, OnePlus has been trying its hardest to throw shade at Samsung’s smartphones.
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You can get 15% cash back on a Galaxy S23 from Rakuten
After launching support for the Google Store just in time for the Pixel 7, Rakuten is now offering massively boosted rates for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series, offering up to 15% cash back.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid 13 QPR2 Beta 3 now available for Pixel phones
Android 13 QPR2 Beta 3 is rolling out today as what should be the final major preview before the stable launch in March.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung making XR device powered by Android and Qualcomm chip
Besides the S23 and Galaxy Book 3 series, Samsung today announced that it’s working on “extended reality” (XR) products alongside Google and Qualcomm.
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