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Walmart’s ultra-cheap Android TV streamers get another security update
By far the most cost-effective way to jump into the world of Android TV is with Walmart’s shockingly good pair of Onn streamers, and this week there’s yet another update headed out to those devices to improve security.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Google Nest Mini hits $30, refreshed Galaxy Tab S6 $250, Wyze Cam Pan $40, more
All of today’s best deals are now headlined by the Google Nest Mini at $30 and a collection of other Nest smart home gear. That’s alongside Samsung’s just-refreshed Galaxy Tab S6 at $250 and a chance to score the popular Wyze Cam Pan v2 for $40. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding Close1Password 8 for Android brings redesign, improves autofill with Gboard, requires manual upgrade
Password managers are the one app that just about everyone should be using in this day and age, and 1Password has long been one of our favorites. Today, 1Password 8 is officially available to everyone on Android and iOS with a brand new design, new features, and more. But you won’t get it automatically…
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus opens up its Android 13 beta with first Oxygen OS 13 build for the OnePlus 10 Pro
After offering a sneak peek at its OnePlus 10T launch event last week, OnePlus today officially kicked off its Android 13 beta with the first Oxygen OS 13 build for the OnePlus 10 Pro.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle starts ‘Get The Message’ campaign to pressure Apple into RCS on the iPhone
For the past year, Google has been increasingly calling out Apple for not adopting RCS (Rich Communication Services) on the iPhone. Meant to replace SMS/MMS, it has a number of technical advancements that would improve the messaging experience between Android and iOS users. Google is now launching a “Get The Message” pressure campaign in hopes that Apple will change its mind on RCS.
Expand Expanding CloseLatest Galaxy Watch 5 leak confirms sapphire glass for non-Pro models [Gallery]
Samsung is set to unveil its latest batch of smartwatches tomorrow in the Galaxy Watch 5 series, but it seems there’s a relatively big upgrade in store. According to the latest leak of the Galaxy Watch 5, the entire lineup is set to adopt sapphire crystal glass for the display.
Expand Expanding CloseHands-on: Gamevice Flex brings the comforts of gaming to almost any phone in almost any case
We’ve been given an exclusive first look at the Gamevice Flex, an upcoming gaming controller for iOS and Android that aims to fit nearly every phone while keeping your protective case on.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle’s Read Along app for kids is now a website with in-browser speech recognition
Read Along wants to help improve child literacy by using Google’s speech recognition technology to give kids reading aloud verbal and visual feedback. Originally an Android app, Google’s Read Along is now on the web to better expand availability.
Expand Expanding CloseIt’s not just you, Google Search was having issues tonight [Updated]
Google Search briefly experienced an issue that lead to longer page load times, errors, and empty search results.
Expand Expanding CloseNew Fitbit Charge 5 and Luxe clock faces are now available [U]
An update started rolling out to the Charge 5 and Luxe two weeks ago, and Fitbit today revealed that the fitness trackers are indeed getting new clock faces.
Expand Expanding CloseComment: Chromebooks need better Google app integration, and one-click Calendar is a start
There was a little bit of truth when people – especially in the early days of mobile – said that the iPhone was the best place to use Google apps. That’s definitely not the case today on Android phones, but I think a part of that argument rings true when comparing Google web services running on Chrome for Mac/Windows versus ChromeOS. Fortunately, that’s starting to change on Chromebooks as seen with one-click Google Calendar integration.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle rolling out GPS fix for Pixel 6/Pro and 6a, August update coming [U: More builds]
This month’s odd Pixel update situation continues, with Google announcing a small update this morning for the Pixel 6, 6 Pro, and 6a to address one issue.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV and Android TV reportedly pushing for at least 16GB of storage on new devices
Android TV and Google TV have been around for a while and can be found on a variety of hardware, but often the biggest problem with the platform is its limited storage. According to a new report, Google is pushing for new Google TV and Android TV devices to ship with at least 16GB of storage.
Expand Expanding CloseYou can now get the AAWireless adapter for wireless Android Auto from Amazon
Wireless Android Auto has quickly become a reality for many thanks to the rise of aftermarket adapters, but some of them are still remarkably difficult to obtain. Now, the original wireless Android Auto adapter, AAWireless, is making its way to Amazon.
Expand Expanding CloseReport: Google TV adding Nest Audio support soon, Fitbit/Wear OS and smart home integration later
Google TV has been on the market for almost two years at this point but has seen only a few major features added in that time. Now, just days after we reported on free live TV channels coming to Google TV, a new report reveals Google’s plans to bring Nest Audio support and integration with Fitbit and Wear OS to the platform.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung rumored to launch a foldable Android tablet alongside Tab S9 series
As Android tablets are getting some love and foldables continue to grow in popularity, rumor has it that Samsung is planning to debut a foldable Android tablet sooner rather than later.
Expand Expanding CloseOne UI 5.0 Beta hands-on: Top new features in Android 13 for Samsung devices [Video]
After we exclusively detailed a number of new functions and features in a pre-release One UI 5.0 Beta build, Samsung has quietly rolled out their Android 13 preview in a small pool of nations. Here are all of the biggest and most notable new additions.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid app deals of the day: Game of Life, Chronos Principle, Incognito Browser Pro, more
Monday’s best Android app deals are now up for the taking. Alongside today’s Google Play discounts, we are also tracking notable offers on Samsung’s just-refreshed Galaxy Tab S6 as well as TCL’s mid-range 20 Pro 5G smartphone, but for now we are focusing on the software. Highlights include Game of Life titles, The Chronos Principle, Baldur’s Gate, Galaxy Trader, Incognito Browser Pro, and more. Head below for a complete look at today’s best Android app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung removed a Quick Settings slot from the notification tray in Android 13
Android 13 is here, at least in beta, for Samsung smartphones. The update is largely minor, but there’s one change that’s unfortunate. In Android 13, Samsung removed one of the Quick Settings shortcuts from the notification tray.
Expand Expanding CloseStadia launches ‘Party Stream’ to quickly share gameplay with friends
Google Stadia is expanding its live streaming features with “Party Stream,” an easy way to show your screen to friends, plus improvements to its YouTube streams.
Expand Expanding CloseFull Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 specs leak – here’s how they compare to Fold 3 and Flip 3
Samsung is set to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 later this week, and now the full specs for both of those devices have leaked, leaving few surprises left for Samsung to reveal.
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Google 30W USB-C Charger $20, Skagen’s Gen 6 Wear OS Smartwatch $229, more
All of today’s best deals are now headlined by Google’s official 30W USB-C Fast Charger at $20. That’s alongside Skagen’s Gen 6 Wear OS Smartwatch at $229 and TCL’s mid-range 20 Pro 5G smartphone for $315. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseOppo and OnePlus have halted sales in Germany
Oppo – an OEM that has a far-reaching consumer base – has officially withdrawn from selling devices in Germany. To follow, OnePlus has done the exact same thing, pulling all sales from its Germany website. While those who own OnePlus and Oppo-branded phones in the region will still see support, new customers will have to look elsewhere for the foreseeable future.
Expand Expanding CloseMontblanc Summit 3, the second Wear OS 3 watch, doesn’t have Google Assistant
Wear OS 3 is finally on its way to other smartwatches, but its first new option is lacking a major feature. The Montblanc Summit 3 lacks support for Google Assistant entirely.
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