Google introduced a swathe of new Android updates on Thursday. As well as paying for parking by using voice command and a whole bunch of Messages updates including iPhone-like reactions, Android also updated Google TV, Photos, Widgets, Gboard and Nearby Share. Here are the latest features on Android: Google Photos: Portrait Blur is coming to more …
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Choosing a new phone upgrade is hardly ever simple. In the world of technology there’s always something new around the corner, but with Verizon and AT&T embracing 36-month installment plans, the phone you upgrade to will likely be the one you use for the next several years. So, trying to figure out when is the “best time” to upgrade can …
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The brand new Samsung Galaxy S22 is here, and whether you’ve been a lifelong Android user or are looking to hop off the Apple bandwagon, there are plenty of reasons to make the upgrade. One of the best reasons is that, right now, it comes with a pretty amazing deal at Amazon. You can order this new Samsung from plenty …
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Looking for the portability, convenience and long-lasting battery of a tablet? Right now you can snag a great deal on factory-reconditioned Galaxy tablets at Woot. That means it’s an item that’s been inspected and restored to fully working condition by the original manufacturer or a certified partner, and that your purchase will be covered by a 90-day Samsung warranty. If …
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The Galaxy S22 Ultra is a worthy replacement for the Galaxy Note series in everything but name. Even though the Note 20 Ultra is over a year and a half old, in many ways it holds its own against the newer phone. Both have a built-in S Pen, excellent cameras that can film 8K video and 120Hz refresh rate screens. …
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What’s happening OSOM, the phone startup made of ex-Essential employees, has unveiled images and details of its first flagship phone with a focus on privacy. Why it matters Rarely do new companies challenge Apple, Samsung and other tech giants dominating the phone market, but a data-protecting flagship phone might be perfectly suited for consumers looking for a smartphone that takes …
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Verizon is continuing to make progress on its rollout of a faster 5G network. At its annual investor day on Thursday, the company announced an update on its build plans, revealing that it now plans to cover 175 million people with its faster flavors of 5G (what it calls “Ultra Wideband”) in 2022. The news puts Verizon a year ahead …
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Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 2 true wireless earbuds list for $150 and are currently selling for $110 at Amazon. But if you want to get them for even cheaper, Best Buy is running a sale on Geek Squad Certified refurbished units with the phantom black color selling for $55. In my experience, Geek Squad Certified refurbs tend to be hard to distinguish from …
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Apple’s newest budget phone, the expected iPhone SE 3, might launch at Apple’s next event on March 8. (Here’s how to watch the event.) The latest rumors indicate that the SE 3 could feature a retro design, 5G support and Face ID. Now that this new version of the affordable iPhone is likely coming soon, you should probably wait until …
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From Samsung’s Galaxy S22 line to Google’s Pixel 6 and Motorola’s Edge Plus, there are many exciting Android smartphones available in 2022. And now the Oppo Find X5 series, consisting of the Find X5, X5 Pro and X5 Lite, has joined the party. The three phones were expected to be unveiled at the Mobile World Congress trade show, which this year …
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