On Tuesday, Google announced its new “enhanced network” for Project Fi. For those who don’t know, Project Fi is Google’s very own wireless phone service. You pay $20 for unlimited calls and texts, and then $10 extra for every gigabyte of data you use (until you hit 6GB, then extra data is free). In the …
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Samsung’s foldable Galaxy X phone may arrive in March
Samsung is reportedly preparing to launch its foldable phone in March. The company gave us our first glimpse of the futuristic device last Wednesday, and noted that it’ll be mass-produced “in the coming months.” The phone — rumored to be called the Galaxy X or Galaxy F — may hit the market in March after being showcased in February at …
Read More »These hugely popular AirPod alternatives are back
Last month I shared a deal on the BlitzWolf BW-FYE1 wireless earbuds — and it was so popular, the vendor ran out of stock in short order. Good news: It’s back! And a buck cheaper! For a limited time, and while supplies last, you can get the BlitzWolf BW-FYE1 wire-free earbuds for $33.99 with promo code 32JTRBPI. Regular price: $49.99. …
Read More »Our first look at Samsung’s foldable raises more questions than answers
In the moment everyone at Samsung’s annual developer conference was waiting for, SVP of Mobile Marketing Justin Dennison reached into his interior jacket pocket and pulled out Samsung’s first foldable phone. Rumored to be called the “Galaxy X” or “Galaxy F” — Samsung didn’t disclose the device’s name — this foldable phone for 2019 represents Samsung’s best chance of maintaining its position as …
Read More »Ripkord.tv wants to be ‘Twitch meets Game Show Network’
Another HQ Trivia-like app is in the game. Ripkord.tv on Tuesday launched an interactive entertainment app that integrates mobile gaming, social media and live streaming. The company rolled out five live game shows that let viewers participate, including games similar to a trivia bowl and a scavenger hunt. Similar to HQ Trivia, Ripkord is offering money to viewers who compete …
Read More »Uber stuck between a rock and a hard place with Saudi investment
Uber is taking a wait and see approach when it comes to Saudi Arabia, its CEO said Tuesday. Saudi Arabia is a major investor in Uber and also has invested in the company through its partnership with SoftBank. And one of Uber’s board members is Yasir Al Rumayyan, the managing director of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. While Uber and …
Read More »Spotify on Apple Watch lets you play, pause, rewind… and not much else
The Apple Watch supports background audio as of Watch OS 5, but music-subscription service Spotify’s eagerly anticipated debut on the Watch doesn’t yet support it. The streaming company’s app, updated on Tuesday with Apple Watch capabilities, lets you connect to compatible devices and delivers basic playback controls, such as play, pause, back/forward and rewind (podcasts), plus the ability to collect favorites …
Read More »Razer Phone 2 comes to AT&T this week for play on installment plan
Razer recently launched the second-generation model of its gaming phone, the Razer Phone 2, available for $800 in preorder if you buy it outright from either AT&T or Razer. Now AT&T has revealed its payment plan for the phone, starting at $26.67 per month for 30 months with $0 down under its AT&T Next program or $33.34 per month for …
Read More »How to use the new iPad Pro with an external monitor
Apple’s new iPad Pro not only ditched the home button, but it also made the switch from the company’s proprietary Lightning connector to the far more common USB-C connector. Through that USB-C connection, you can use a wide range of accessories and peripherals with the iPad, including external monitors. This was something Apple talked about during the iPad Pro’s announcement. …
Read More »Why did Facebook pull your post? Digital rights groups want you to know
When it comes to taking down content, Facebook acknowledges it hasn’t always made the right decisions. The tech firm apologized for removing the iconic “Napalm Girl” photo in 2016 and has grappled with other public blunders. But as social networks face more pressure from lawmakers and users to pull down hate speech, terrorist content, nudity and other offensive items, digital …
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