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AAWireless TWO Android Auto adapter drops to lowest price in rarely seen deal
The last time the AAWireless TWO Android Auto adapter was on sale for under $45, it didn’t last long at all.
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Discord will restrict your account next month unless you scan ID or face
In a controversial move, Discord today announced that it will restrict all user accounts globally unless users verify their age either by way of face or ID scan.
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Deals: 2026 Galaxy Tab A11+ $210 all-time low, S10 Lite from $280, Pixel 10 Pro up to $515 off, Galaxy Book5 $400 off, more
If you’re quick, you might still have a chance to land the wild deal we spotted this morning on Google’s 256GB unlocked Pixel 10 Pro at $584 shipped ($515 off, Best Buy open-box). However we are also tracking Pixel 9a back down at its best price ever with $150 in savings on both storage configs as well. From there we over to the Samsung camp – the 2026 Galaxy Tab A11+ hit its best price to date from $210 shipped, the most affordable S series Galaxy Tab is starting from $280, and Amazon is offering $200 off the entire Galaxy S25 FE lineup. Just be sure to also scope out this $400 discount on Samsung’s 2025 16-inch Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 touchscreen Copilot+ PC as well. Everything awaits below.
Expand Expanding CloseAyaneo’s slider gaming phone finally gets detailed specs, but pricing remains a mystery
In a world filled with boring smartphone after boring smartphone, you have to give Ayaneo’s upcoming Pocket Play some credit: we haven’t seen a device like this in more than a decade. The company’s long-awaited (and slightly delayed) slider gaming phone is nearing a full launch, and while we’re still waiting for info on availability, we do finally have a detailed specs sheet that paints a pretty picture — with a few potential pitfalls, unfortunately.
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Windows laptops with Snapdragon X2 Elite beat latest MacBook in some early tests
Early tests have revealed that the upcoming wave of Windows laptops powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite are up to the challenge of competing with the latest MacBooks, and even beating them in a lot of cases.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube TV Plans launch this week from $55/month with $65 Sports Plan
After teasing in December, “YouTube TV Plans” are rolling out this week as cheaper alternatives to paying $82.99 per month for over 100 channels.
Expand Expanding CloseNothing teases a colorful Phone (4a) launch
As expected, Nothing Phone (4a) is gearing up to add a splash of color, with a new teaser showing what we’ll be getting.
Expand Expanding CloseYou might start seeing ChatGPT ads today
Last month, OpenAI announced that ChatGPT would start testing ads in a move that CEO Sam Altman had previously called “a last resort” for the company, and now those ads are apparently going to start rolling out.
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The Google Home experience brings a lot to the table, but it’s also infamously overlooked some features that have taken years to address. As more updates continue to improve on what Google Home can do, what do you want to see next?
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle confirms Gemini in Chrome is now available for Chromebook Plus laptops
After it first showed up for user a couple of weeks ago, Google has confirmed that its Gemini in Chrome browser features are now available to Chromebook owners, but only those on a Chromebook Plus model.
Expand Expanding CloseTelegram for Android redesign goes all-in on Liquid Glass, rolling out now
After introducing little bits and pieces last year, Telegram’s new update on Android is going all-in on Liquid Glass with new design elements throughout the UI in what is a pretty major redesign.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube TV offers some customers a $20 discount for four months – how to check
Google is handing out a $20 discount to some YouTube TV subscribers which lasts for four months – a total of $80 off of the service – but it’s pretty hit or miss on if you’ll have the offer at all.
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After testing in recent months, YouTube Music looks to be widely rolling out a Premium paywall for lyrics.
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Google’s work to make the NotebookLM mobile app as full-featured as the website continues with Slide Deck and Infographic customization.
Expand Expanding ClosePixelated 87: A wild Pixel 10a appeared!
Welcome to episode 87 of Pixelated, a podcast by 9to5Google. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will talk through Google’s surprise Pixel 10a announcement, what we might expect from that phone, and whether it’s worth picking up a Pixel 9a in its place. Their attention briefly turns to Google’s February patch for Android — a patch without any much in the way of actual fixes, it seems — before finally debated Google’s oddly-sad Gemini ad ahead of this weekend’s Super Bowl.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Aeon’s End, Thronefall, Ash of Gods, more
Your Friday lineup of the best Android game and app deals has arrived, including titles like Aeon’s End, Thronefall, Ash of Gods: Redemption, Black Border 2, Deus Ex GO, and more. If you’re quick, you also still have a chance to land some of the crazy prices we are tracking on Google Pixel 10 Pro at $560 off and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 now at a massive $610 off, not to mention this notable price on Samsung’s 27-inch Odyssey G6 350Hz QHD gaming monitor down at $325 and Bose Ultra Open Earbuds at $100 off. As for the apps, they are, of course, waiting for you below.
Read MoreReview: SteelSeries’ pricey Arctis Nova Elite headphones excel at gaming – or anything, really
SteelSeries positions the new Arctis Nova Elite headphones as a premium high-res option for gamers, but in reality, it might be a premium option for all users. These headphones have some neat tricks up their sleeve that make them one of the best choices, no matter where you are.
Expand Expanding CloseGemini’s Google Messages, iMessage, and WhatsApp problem
Google has set out three tentpoles for Gemini: personal, proactive, and powerful. The company made big strides on the first pillar with Personal Intelligence, but there’s a very obvious blind spot with messaging.
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Deals: Pixel 10 Pro up to $560 off, Galaxy Z Flip 7 up to $610 off, Bose Ultra Open Earbuds $100 off, more
You’ll need to act quick, but today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a pair of wild price drops on Google Pixel 10 Pro at $560 off the list price and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 now at a massive $610 off – these deals could be gone at any minute with prices like that. Beyond that, we still have Google’s latest Pixel Flex Dual Port 67W USB-C Fast Charger at the all-time low, Samsung’s 27-inch Odyssey G6 350Hz QHD gaming monitor down to $325 today, and the latest Bose Ultra Open Earbuds now $100 off, among charging gear, some additional accessories, and more. Scope it out below.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S26 series surfaces with upgraded wireless charging spec, no Qi2 magnets
While it, sadly, looks like the Galaxy S26 series will be missing out on built-in Qi2 magnets, Samsung seems to still have a wireless charging spec upgrade in store for its new devices.
Expand Expanding CloseSony tries to hype up WF-1000XM6 in ominous teaser, confirms Feb 12 launch
Blink, and you might miss it; Sony posted a very short, very dark teaser showing off what looks like the WF-1000XM6 earbuds. The teaser confirms the company will announce the earbuds next week.
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Disney+ is disabling Dolby Vision, HDR10+, more for some users
If you’ve noticed that HDR formats including Dolby Vision have suddenly stopped working on Disney+, you’re not alone, and it’s actually an intentional change.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung Galaxy S26 Ultra gets the ‘do a twirl’ treatment in latest leak
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is getting its fair share of leaks right before launch, as is the custom. The latest renders are 360-degree views of Samsung’s premium flagship.
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Fairphone says strange emails were not caused by a data breach
If you’ve purchased a product from Fairphone in recent years, a strange email might have appeared in your inbox, and you’re not alone – but it wasn’t a data breach.
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