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Pixel VPN by Google rolling out, Android 14 QPR3 not required
The latest version of Pixel VPN by Google is rolling out as a Play Store update. Notably, it does not require Android 14 QPR3 to install on the Pixel 7, 7 Pro, 7a, and Fold.
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Google announces extended repair program for the Pixel 8 display
Following the last extended repair program in 2022, Google is launching one for a “limited number of Pixel 8 devices” that suffer from “display related vertical line and flickering issues.”
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Android game and app deals: Cyberlords, Galaxy Genome, Little Big Workshop, more
This afternoon’s collection of Android game and app deals is now ready to go courtesy of the Google Play store. Alongside today’s software offers, we are also tracking deals on JBL’s 9-inch Legend touchscreen Android Auto unit, Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+, official Google Pixel Fold Cases, Google’s regularly $999 unlocked Pixel 7 Pro from $400. As for the apps, highlights include titles like Cyberlords – Arcology, Galaxy Genome, Little Big Workshop, Screen Lock Pro, and more. Head below for a closer look.
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Deals: Galaxy Tab S9+ $290 off, Google Pixel Fold Cases, Pixel smartphones from $400, Sony XM5 buds, more
Today’s deals are headlined by up to $290 off Galaxy Tab S9+ alongside the S9 model from $599. Those offers join ongoing all-time low deals on Pixel 8 and Pixel Fold smartphones as well as the official Google Fold case as well as deep deals on previous-generation Pixel 7 Pro models with over $500 in savings on unlocked units. Sony’s wonderful XM5 Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbuds have entered this mix at $50 off and you’ll find everything waiting down below.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube Music makes its way to the Garmin app store
YouTube Music has long been available on smartwatches from big brands, but the Garmin IQ Connect app store hasn’t had the option until now. The YouTube Music app is officially available on a long list of Garmin smartwatches as YouTube Music expands into more platforms.
Expand Expanding CloseMontblanc revives the Summit 3 Wear OS watch in a new blue colorway
The Summit 3 from Montblanc is a gorgeous smartwatch that takes a lot of cues from the traditional craft it’s based on – watches. In an attempt to revive the model, Montblanc has released the Summit 3 in a new colorway called Glacier Blue.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s One UI Watch 6 beta with Galaxy AI has officially arrived
The next generation of Wear OS and One UI Watch is available for the Galaxy Watch 6 in the US and Korea as a beta preview before the full rollout on the Galaxy Watch 7.
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Pixel Recorder gains ‘Record’ app shortcut
Besides the Summarize expansion and enhancement with the June Feature Drop, Pixel Recorder is adding a simple app shortcut.
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Review: Arlo Essential XL is an easy outdoor security camera with excellent battery life
Outdoor cameras can be a huge hassle to set up and use because you either need to run power to them or, even if they’re battery-powered, recharge them. That’s part of the appeal of the Arlo Essential XL, an outdoor camera that touts extremely good battery life.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch FE launching June 24 with Watch 4 specs plus one upgrade for $199
Samsung has just officially announced the Galaxy Watch FE, its new affordable smartwatch which is effectively a slightly upgraded Galaxy Watch 4.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid ‘Bot’ Mini figure and more back on sale at Dead Zebra
After a brief hiatus and a clearout of rare and unreleased inventory, the updated Android “Bot” Mini figure and a slew of other Google-based collectables are back in stock in the relaunched Dead Zebra online store.
Expand Expanding CloseDave Burke no longer Android engineering VP, Google ‘Platforms’ team undergoes reorg
Back in April, Google announced a merger of the Platforms & Ecosystems and Devices & Services divisions. According to sources, the resulting Platforms & Devices team is now undergoing a reorganization.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube looks to be testing server-side ad injection to counter ad blockers
YouTube’s crackdown on tools that block advertising continues with server-side ad injection.
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Android game and app deals: Earn to Die, Million Onion Hotel, Glidey, and more
This afternoon’s roundup of the best Android game and app deals is now at the ready courtesy of Google Play. Just be sure to also scope out the deals we are tracking today on Google Nest Wi-Fi 6E Pro routers, the OnePlus Watch 2, and the unlocked Pixel 7 smartphone at $355. But before we dive into today’s game highlights, you’ll also want to check out this rare offer one of the best mobile controllers to play them, the latest USB-C Backbone One for Android. Down below you’ll find today’s most notable game and app deals including Earn to Die, Million Onion Hotel, Glidey, PARANORMASIGHT, and more.
Read MoreThe future of ChromeOS is using more Android under-the-hood
Google announced today that ChromeOS will be “developed on large portions of the Android stack” going forward.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung confirms Galaxy Watch 7, Watch FE, and Buds 3 Pro in app prior to launch
Just over a month before Samsung is said to launch a new Galaxy Watch FE model, the Watch7, Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and the Galaxy Ring, the company is all but confirming its setlist within a support page in the Samsung Members app.
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Deals: Pixel 7 $355, Backbone One Android controller $80, OnePlus Watch 2 from $250, much more
Your Wednesday edition of the best deals is now live with a return of Google’s regularly $599 unlocked Pixel 7 smartphone back down at $355. We are also tracking a relatively rare deal on the USB-C Backbone One for Android – arguably the best mobile game controller out there – as well as some of the best deals on OnePlus Watch 2 stating from $250, or $270 with a FREE set of OnePlus Buds 3. Everything else is waiting for you down below.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel Watch 3 ‘XL’ shows up in renders with 1.45-inch display, ‘altered’ band connection [Gallery]
As we first reported earlier this year, Google is working on a larger Pixel Watch 3, and now the first renders have leaked its display size and dimensions.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Phone app rolling out ‘Lookup’ reverse number search
As announced with the June Pixel Feature Drop yesterday, Phone by Google is rolling out its reverse number “Lookup” shortcut.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Flip 6 price reportedly increasing from the last model, starting at $1,099
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is a pretty well-anticipated phone, but with a small price hike, it’s going to cost users another $100 to secure this time around.
Expand Expanding CloseHonor 200 series launches in Europe and UK with ‘studio-level portrait camera’
After launching the Magic 6 Pro earlier this year, Honor has just revealed its mid-range Honor 200 and 200 Pro globally with a focus on a portrait camera alongside an eye-friendly display.
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MediaTek reportedly launching Snapdragon X Elite competitor for Windows in 2025
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite and Plus are helping to usher in a new wave of Arm-powered Windows laptops and, apparently, MediaTek will join the fun next year.
Expand Expanding CloseHTC U24 Pro launches as yet another mid-range phone, but a pretty good one
HTC has just launched its latest mid-range Android phone, as everyone continues to forget the company is still making smartphones.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Z Fold 6 reportedly gets a price hike and new colors, starting at $1,899
Samsung is reportedly gearing up for a higher price on its book-style foldable, with Galaxy Z Fold 6 reportedly set to raise its price.
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