Pixel 4 leaks may have taken a turn this summer when Google outright confirmed the phone’s existence and some new features a few weeks ago. Since then, the leaks haven’t stopped. The latest appears to give us a full look at the forthcoming phone in video form. First spotted by Slashleaks and 9to5Google, Malaysian retailer …
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5 September
TCL makes good TVs and now it wants to make your phone, too
If you thought the phone space was competitive enough, get ready for a new kid on the block. TCL, the company behind some excellent value TVs, is ramping up to be the next big name in 5G and foldable phones. At the IFA tech show here in Berlin this week, the brand launched the TCL Plex, the first phone of many …
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5 September
Google search lets you swipe right on TV and movie recommendations
Google on Thursday said it wants to make it easier for people to find shows and movies on its search engine. If you type in a phrase like “good show to watch,” the Google app will let you open up a new feature to swipe left or right on show recommendations (yes, like a dating app). You can swipe left …
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5 September
Sennheiser’s new Momentum 3 Wireless headphones sound great
When it comes to premium noise-canceling headphones, Bose and Sony have been the dominant players over the last few years. But now Sennheiser has turned up with its new Momentum 3 Wireless and it deserves some attention, particularly from folks who are fans of the Momentum line. It’s available now for $400 (£369) — the same price as Bose’s Noise …
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5 September
Not ready to commit to foldables? LG’s Dual Screen could be an ideal compromise
At Mobile World Congress in February, LG unveiled an intriguing Dual Screen attachment for its first 5G phone, the V50. It wasn’t the sleekest, sexiest accessory we’ve ever seen, but it did transform an otherwise dull phone into a more compelling device. At IFA here in Berlin this week, the Dual Screen is back as a companion for the freshly unveiled LG …
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5 September
Samsung at IFA 2019: Galaxy Fold, 5G phones and chips, and even a clothes steamer closet
It’s IFA, Europe’s biggest electronics show, and that means new products from Samsung. The South Korean tech giant used to introduce its Note lineup, wearables and other big devices here in Berlin, but over the past couple of years, it’s opted to unveil those instead at its own Unpacked events. This year was no different. At IFA 2019, much of …
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New York City is suing T-Mobile, alleging the carrier violated consumer protection laws. According to the lawsuit filed Thursday in the New York County Supreme Court, T-Mobile allegedly sold used phones as new and put customers on expensive financing plans without their consent. The lawsuit also alleges it overcharged customers, didn’t provide them with legal receipts and deceived them over …
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5 September
Cheap AirPods alternative: The TaoTronics TT
At a recent Labor Day BBQ, CNET editor John Falcone found that everyone wanted to pick his brain regarding “cheap AirPods alternatives.” That doesn’t surprise me at all; with the demise of the headphone jack, everyone is looking for good wireless-earbud options — ideally not priced at $159 or $199 with wireless charging case. Regular Cheapskate readers haven’t had to …
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5 September
JBL unveils a trio of new soundbars at IFA 2019
We didn’t love the JBL Link Bar sound bar: That model, which we reviewed last month, was $400 and weirdly integrated Android TV alongside Google Assistant. But hey, at least JBL was ahead of the pack: In the days since, Roku and Amazon have announced sound bars that incorporate their respective smart TV services, too. But what if you’d prefer …
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5 September
Galaxy Fold buyers beware: If you wanted those flashy colors, you’re out of luck
Samsung’s revamped Galaxy Fold is here, but if you were hoping for one of the flashy green or blue models, you’re out of luck. Samsung on Thursday said the Galaxy Fold will be available in space silver and cosmos black when it arrives in Korea on Friday. It’ll reach the UK, France, Germany and Singapore on Sept. 18 and the …
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