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iPhone SE vs. Pixel 4A camera comparison: Selfies, portraits, video, night mode

Google is set to announce the Pixel 5 phone today, almost two months after unveiling the Pixel 4A. And iPhone 12 is rumored to be announced any day now, making it the second iPhone Apple will have released in 2020 after April’s iPhone SE launch. Both new flagships will likely be pricier than their budget …

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Galaxy S20 FE is the iPhone competitor Android fans need in 2020

Samsung’s Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and S20 Ultra might be packed to the hilt with the latest, greatest tech, but they also come with sky-high prices to match. That makes them a tricky sell at a time when purse strings are tightening and rivals like OnePlus are making great phones at more affordable prices. The Galaxy S20 FE (which stands for …

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Enter to win a tablet with CNET’s The Apple Core giveaway*

Sign up for a chance to win the newly announced iPad Air 4, which features the new A14 Bionic chip, a 10.9-inch display and USB-C. The grand prize bundle also includes the Apple Pencil and the Magic Keyboard. You can read more about the new iPad Air right here. What do you need to do to enter to win this …

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Google Chromecast hits Home Depot shelves ahead of official launch, report says

Two days before Google’s Pixel 5 event, the company’s rumored new Chromecast has been spotted for sale at Home Depot for $50. People on social media as well as tech site The Verge said they were able to purchase the still unannounced streaming device at the home improvement retailer. The receipt listed the new Chromecast as “Sabrina-Abbey Rock Candy,” the hardware’s codename, …

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iHeartRadio app is now available on Apple Watch

On Monday, iHeartRadio unveiled its new app for the Apple Watch, the company told CNET exclusively. The app arrives just as the Apple Watch Series 6 and Watch SE go on sale with a slew of health and fitness features as well as new updates in WatchOS 7.  iHeartRadio lets you listen to music, radio and podcasts online or in …

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Apple AirPlay heads to Roku 4K streamers and TVs with free software update

Roku 4K TVs and streaming players will soon become more useful to people who own Apple devices. Before the end of the year, thousands of media players and smart TVs powered by Roku will receive a free software upgrade that adds support for Apple’s AirPlay 2 and HomeKit. The catch? Only 4K-compatible Roku devices will work with AirPlay, which leaves out the …

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Roku Ultra gets Dolby Vision HDR and Wi

Roku just announced a new Streambar, and its other new piece of hardware for 2020 is an updated Roku Ultra player, which will cost $100. Improvements to the company’s top-of-the-line streaming device include a better Wi-Fi range and compatibility with Dolby Vision video — which is available from services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney Plus — just in time for The Mandalorian …

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Roku Streambar builds in 4K HDR streaming, ‘wide’ sound for $130

Just when we thought hybrid soundbar-streamers couldn’t get any cheaper than the $180 Roku Smart Soundbar, the company says, “hold my beer.” The new Roku Streambar lowers the price of entry to $130 (£129 or about AU$230) and still manages to pack in some sophisticated features for the money. See it at Amazon As its name suggests, the Streambar is a …

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Can OnePlus 8 Pro’s camera live up to iPhone 11 Pro’s? See the photos side

Before the OnePlus Nord, there was the OnePlus 8 Pro (and soon, the OnePlus 8T will join the fray). Along with its silky blue finish, the phone packs a multicamera setup that includes a standard zoom, a super wide-angle lens and a 3x zoom. It impressed Lynn La in her full OnePlus 8 Pro review, but how does this camera system stack up …

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Powerbeats Pro: 9 tips and tricks to get the most out of Apple’s wireless earbuds

Apple’s Powerbeats Pro wireless earbuds look very different than the AirPods Pro, but that’s just because they’re designed for people who are more active and need something to wear while working out. They have sweat and water-resistance built-in, so it’s a natural fit for fitness buffs.  And yet, these colorful earbuds have a lot more in common than Apple’s AirPods …

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