Tag Archives: bluetooth

Google to unveil new Pixel phones, Chromecast on Sept. 30

Google on Monday said it will launch its newest slate of consumer devices at a virtual event on Sept. 30. The lineup includes the search giant’s the Pixel 4A 5G and Pixel 5 phones, a new Chromecast streaming device and voice-enabled smart speaker.  The event, which will start at 11 a.m. PT, follows the launch …

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3 weekend deals: 20% off speakers, 30% off Monos luggage and 44% off a 3

Welcome to the weekend. There’s a slew of ways to save some money right now, so I’ve rounded up some intriguing (but utterly unrelated) deals all in one place for your browsing pleasure. And if you have a few minutes to spare, remember to check out the Cheapskate Show podcast, in which Rick and I discuss ways to save money …

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A crime reporting app shifts to tracking COVID

For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO and CDC websites. Citizen, an app that lets you see unverified crime reports in your neighborhood, has often been used to advance false claims. One doozy: a tiger reportedly loose in Manhattan that turned out to be a raccoon. Now the company wants to help cities track …

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Huawei launches new headphones, watches, laptop, but no new phone

Huawei may not be ready to show off its latest Mate 40 superphone, but it’s still got a raft of new gadgets to show off, including two new wireless headphones, a skinny laptop and two slick smartwatches. I’ve been hands on with the whole range ahead of their unveiling during the company’s keynote on Thursday Sept. 10. No pricing details …

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Motorola Razr unboxing: Here’s what you get

Only in a year as strange as 2020 would Motorola release a Razr phone with a folding screen in February and then six months later launch a new and improved version. The initial Razr packed nostalgia and a high-tech hinge that allowed the phone to fold its screen in half. But while the phone was certainly highly anticipated and unique, …

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The best Labor Day deals still available: Lenovo laptops, an LG OLED TV, a Polk soundbar and more

Like many holidays, Labor Day — which honors the achievements and contributions of American workers — has evolved into a big sales event. And despite the weirdness of living through a global pandemic, this year is no exception. While a lot of Labor Day deals are gone, plenty of them are still in full swing. Some Labor Day sales kicked off late …

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20 iPhone and iPad tips and tricks: Everything you need to know about iOS and iPadOS 13.7

Don’t let yourself get distracted by all of the shiny new features in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14. The upcoming updates are currently available in public beta for iPhone and iPad, and most users should avoid installing until the official release later this year. There are plenty of features and capabilities tucked away in iOS 13.7 and iPadOS 13.7, some of which have been …

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Qualcomm’s stealth software upgrade may make your next noise

When it comes to earbud-style headphones, a lot of people don’t like having ear tips jammed in their ears, instead preferring a more “open” design. But while open earbuds like the standard AirPods can be very comfortable to wear for hours on end, they allow a lot of ambient noise to leak in, making them difficult to use in noisy …

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Samsung has a new 5G 2

The 13.3-inch Samsung Galaxy Book Flex 5G will be one of the first laptops to feature Intel’s next-gen Tiger Lake mobile processors. The small two-in-one appeared at Intel’s official unveiling of its 11th-gen Core chips alongside models from Acer, Asus and others.  Samsung didn’t announce pricing or availability, but did give us a look at what’ll be inside. 11th-gen Intel …

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JBL’s new headphones and Bluetooth speakers add battery life and wireless charging

As it does most years, JBL announced several new products at the IFA trade show in Berlin, which is taking place in-person and virtually in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. The new products include additions to its true-wireless headphones and portable speaker lines along with some new models in its PartyBox speaker collection. Here’s a quick look at the new …

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