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Are your iOS contacts using RCS messaging yet? [Poll]
As we all know, RCS messaging is a game-changer, offering a much richer and more feature-packed experience compared to traditional SMS. But are your iPhone-using contacts taking advantage of this technology?
Expand Expanding CloseReview: The Hisense U8N with Google TV makes a strong argument to skip OLED
OLED TVs are expensive, and getting one that carries the features that reflect the price it was purchased for can be a costly endeavor. Hisense’s new U8N mini-LED TV makes a strong case for the less expensive technology while still hitting some serious marks in quality.
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YouTube for Android is rolling out a transparent status bar that makes for a nice qualify-of-life improvement.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch ‘Performance Loop’ band re-surfaces with colors, probably costs $60 [Gallery]
Google’s Pixel Watch will soon get a new band option in the “Performance Loop” that’s leaked on a couple of occasions, and as that approaches, a new leak reveals more color options as well as potential pricing.
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It’s been a long road, but incident reports are finally coming to Google Maps on Android Auto. As the full rollout takes its sweet time, we’re finally getting a closer look at how the functionality will actually work.
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Best Android app price drops and freebies: Nanuleu, Human Fall Flat, Railroad Ink, more
This afternoon’s lineup of Android game and app deals are now ready to go for you down below. Alongside the Google Play price drops, we are also tracking discounts on Samsung’s Titanium White Galaxy Watch Ultra as well as a new all-time low on the 44mm Galaxy Watch 7 LTE joined by offers on Samsung’s 2024 32-inch M5 Smart Monitor and JBL’s retro-style Authentics Google Wi-Fi speakers, but for now we are talking apps. Highlights include titles like Nanuleu, Human Fall Flat, Railroad Ink Challenge, Endling Extinction is Forever, and more. Head below for a closer look at today’s best Android price drops.
Read MoreGoogle Calendar for Android will let you manually add birthdays
At the moment, birthdays that appear in Google Calendar are based on Google Contacts information, but manual creation is now coming.
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Google is rolling out an update for Android Auto that adds improved support for electric vehicles that use the NACS charging standard found at Tesla charging stations.
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Deals: Galaxy Watch 7 LTE $330, Galaxy Watch Ultra $600, Smart Monitors, Google speakers, and much more
Today’s deals are headlined by a new Amazon all-time low on Samsung’s new 44mm Galaxy Watch 7 LTE that is now sitting at $50 off. That deal joins the return of all-time post-release low pricing on the flagship Ultra model with the Titanium White/Silver now sitting down at $600. From there, we are tracking the lowest Amazon price yet on Samsung’s 2024 32-inch M5 (M50D) FHD Smart Monitor at $242 as well as up to $320 off JBL’s retro-style Authentics Google Wi-Fi speakers. All of the details you need on these offers are now waiting down below with a host of charging and accessory offers as well.
Expand Expanding CloseDesktop Chrome’s Google Password Manager can now save passkeys, no more QR scan
Google’s passkey adoption push continues with its Password Manager now allowing you to save those credentials to desktop Chrome.
Expand Expanding CloseXiaomi confirms global launch for foldable Mix Flip as it briefly overtakes Apple
Xiaomi has just announced that its first foldable flip phone, the Mix Flip, will soon see a global launch, right as the company has briefly overtaken Apple as the world’s second-largest smartphone maker.
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WhatsApp may soon let you theme chats with colors and wallpapers [Gallery]
Work behind the scenes on WhatsApp suggests the popular app will soon let users individually theme chats with wallpapers and colors.
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Google TV adds several more free channels including The Bob Ross Channel
Google TV’s library of free channels continues to grow, this week adding several more options including The Bob Ross Channel.
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Target might sell you a $75 Pixel Watch 2
Google is still selling the Pixel Watch 2 at $249, but some Target locations have the Wear OS device on clearance for $74.99.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini Live starts going live for free users on Android
Last week, Google announced that Gemini Live is beginning to roll out for free users, and it’s now hitting the first Android devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV Freeplay gets a redesigned app with favorite channels, more [Gallery]
In yet another behind-the-scenes update, Google TV has added several more free channels to Freeplay, as well as rolling out a revamped app experience.
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Best Android app price drops and freebies: Kingdom Rush Vengeance, Illuminaria, more
This afternoon’s collection of mid-week Google Play deals have arrived with some notable price drops and freebies for your Android devices. Just be sure to also scope out the hardware discounts we are tracking right now, including the best price yet on the OnePlus Nord Buds 3 Pro and the even deeper deal we spotted on the new OnePlus Pad 2 tablet with a FREE pair of $100 buds this morning. These offers join a rare discount on Google’s Pixel Buds A-Series and today’s highlight app deals – Kingdom Rush Vengeance, Illuminaria, 9th Dawn III, My Singing Monsters titles, and more. Head below for a closer look.
Samsung still doesn’t know when the first One UI 7 beta with Android 15 will be released
Samsung was supposed to release its first One UI 7 beta update over a month ago, but it’s been delayed indefinitely and, apparently, the company has no firm plans for when its first look at Android 15 will actually arrive.
Expand Expanding CloseCircle to Search looks to be expanding to more Android devices, including Xiaomi 14T
Google’s Circle to Search feature is a simple but incredibly useful concept that’s so far been exclusive to Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices. But, soon, it seems like Circle to Search will expand to many more Android devices as evidenced by new details about Tecno and Xiaomi releases.
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Deals: New OnePlus Pad 2 + FREE buds now $200 off, Pixel Buds $64, Google TVs, smart home gear, more
While we have featured a notable bundle deal on the new OnePlus Pad 2 tablet with a FREE pair of buds recently, a new promo code is knocking an additional $50 off your spend today. That deal joins a relatively rare offer on the current-generation Google Pixel Buds A-Series at $64 alongside one of the more affordable Google Assistant-ready smart video doorbells from a trustworthy brand on the market at $50, some notable offers on 2024 Google smart TVs, charging gear, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break deals.
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Google Calendar coming to Chrome’s New Tab Page for Workspace users
Desktop Chrome is getting a handful of enterprise updates, with Workspace users soon able to see their Google Calendar on the New Tab Page (NTP).
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube getting smart TV updates, Communities with posts, and more
At Made on YouTube 2024, Google announced the latest features for Creators that also enhance the viewer experience.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung has paused One UI 6.1.1 updates for the Galaxy S23 Ultra to fix camera issues
One UI 6.1.1 only finally started rolling out to waves of users in the US recently, however, Samsung has paused upgrades for the Galaxy S23 Ultra as the new update is causing issues with the camera.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung set to offer six years of Android updates on one of its cheapest phones
After boosting its software update policy on flagships to match Google Pixel, Samsung is now apparently bringing a massive six years of Android OS updates to one of its most affordable smartphones.
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