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Analysis
bugs bugs bugs
From the Editor's Desk: Is Android 12 still too buggy?
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Android & Chill
Google Play Services is the new Android platform
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Yup, it's a beta
Samsung One UI 4 Beta cannot escape the bugginess of Android 12
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Diving into the deep end
Rooting and ROM hacking as an Android newbie was a risky challenge
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Gaming
The VR Console
Oculus Quest 2 review: The best VR experience
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Similar roster
Every character in Apex Legends Mobile
Greatness keeps coming
Here's everything PlayStation's Sony Worldwide Studios is working on
In an official capacity
Samsung Galaxy S21 and Note 20 phones pick up official Stadia support
Right around the corner
Amazon may unveil new Echo devices, Alexa updates and more on September 28
On September 28, Amazon will unveil a slew of new devices across its product lines, including the Echo, Eero, and Ring lineups. Alexa and other services are also expected to receive updates.
It's like magic
Ikea lets you turn your desk into a secret wireless charger for just $40
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Ikea has launched a new wireless charger that charges your phone while hidden underneath furniture.
New rules
U.S. senators urge the FTC to step up consumer privacy rules
A letter to FTC Chair Lina Khan calls on new rules to better protect consumer data privacy.
Personal touch
Telegram grabs some of WhatsApp's best customization features in new update
Telegram has added a bunch of new capabilities that improve the way you customize your chat experience and more. The instant messaging app also picked up a new feature to record and save live streams and video chats.
Prepaid savings
Tello vs. Boost Mobile: How much data do you really need?
Tello holds on to the lead for light and average data users, but Boost Mobile's great unlimited plans with family savings are a great option for heavier users.
rock on roku
New Roku 4K and 4K+ streaming sticks available starting at $50
Roku has announced updates to two of its streaming sticks, as well as the Ultra LT set-top box. Paired with the improved Roku OS 10.5, Roku fans will be getting some important upgrades here.
how do i look?
Google Meet on the web uses AI to automatically brighten dark videos
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Google has announced a host of new features that will start rolling out to Google Meet soon, including a couple of AI-based enhancements.
the future is now
Get ready for the future with the best 5G phones you can buy today
Instead of only having a few smartphone makers release phones with 5G compatibility, it seems that the floodgates have opened. There are some really great 5G phones out there today, with even more coming soon. These are the best 5G phones you can get in 2021.
Quite impressive
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 drop test proves it's the most durable foldable yet
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Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 has survived another durability test with flying colors. The phone remained fully functional even after being dropped ten times.
Check the weather
Find out what the weather is going to bring with the best weather apps
There are so many weather apps on the Google Play Store that it can be extremely tough finding the best one. But that's also the best part about having so many options as there is likely a weather app that is perfect for you and we have found the best to choose from.
iPassed
iPhone 13, iPad mini, Apple Watch Series 7 failed to generate excitement
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Despite what appears to have been a smashing success for Apple, most of our readers say they didn't bother preordering a new iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Interestingly, however, nearly one-third did preorder a new Apple device.
Rumor has it
Google's first foldable Pixel phone may arrive sooner than you think
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Google's first foldable Pixel phone could debut before the end of the year.
A new outlook
OnePlus, even joined with OPPO, will struggle to compete with Samsung
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OnePlus is shaking things up and detailing more about its partnership with OPPO. But experts still don't think that the company will be able to beat Samsung in budget phones.
ColorOxygenOS
OnePlus and OPPO are creating a unified OS: Eight key questions answered
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OnePlus and OPPO are merging OxygenOS and ColorOS into a unified OS that will be launching in 2022. The unified OS will power all OnePlus and OPPO phones globally, so here's what you need to know about the OS, and what phones will make the switch.
Another Pixel Fold?
Google's second Galaxy Z Fold 3 contender could launch with Android 12.1
A new hint found within Android 12.1 suggests that Google is doubling down on its effort to take on Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 with a second foldable Pixel phone.
The Best Products
The best there are
These are the best Android phones you can buy right now
Wear with pride
These are the best Android smartwatches you can buy
It’s time to cut the cord!
These are the best wireless earbuds you can buy at every price
the future is now
Future-proof your home with the best Wi-Fi 6 routers
Chromebooks
Over hill and dell
Best Dell Chromebooks 2021
Protect your laptop
Choose a stylish and protective case for your Lenovo Chromebook Duet
Print from the cloud
Need to print from a Chromebook? These are the best options.
Featured Deals
Clearly a great deal
HBO Max deal gives you 50% off for six months — here's how
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Best stuff in life is free
Overcooked: All You Can Eat, Predator, and more free this month on PS Plus
Call your friends
Here's how you can save $80 on the latest Portal from Facebook
Recent Reviews
GameSir F8 Pro Snowgon
GameSir makes some of our favorite mobile controllers, but this cooling grip is an odd bird. It has a giant fan that'll cool down your phone, plus a joystick to upgrade your touchscreen gaming. Will it solve your phone's overheating issues while gaming? That'll vary from one phone or gamer to the next.
Netgear Nighthawk MK83
The Netgear Nighthawk is an entry-level tri-band Wi-Fi 6 mesh system with incredible coverage. With AX3600 speeds and up to 6,750 square feet of coverage, this is a very flexible mesh system.
Spotify - Premium
Our Android phones have many important functions, but my primary use has always been and will likely remain music. So which music streaming service should you trust for your tunes? I'm here to help you decide!
tap and pay
How to set up Samsung Pay on your Galaxy Watch 4
Samsung Pay is the pre-loaded mobile payments system for the Galaxy Watch 4, and even if you don't have a Samsung phone, getting Samsung Pay set up is blissfully easy.
Google it
These are the best Stadia games available to play right now in 2021
With the flexibility of Stadia, you can play all of your favorite games on your TV, phone, computer, laptop, or tablet easily. A Stadia Pro subscription includes some free games, but you can buy even more, ranging from AAA titles to indies and platform exclusives. Here are our picks for the best out there that you won't want to put down.
Keep playing
Keep your Oculus Quest controllers going strong with these batteries
The Oculus Quest's controllers only need one AA battery each. Here are the best ones to keep your Touch Controllers up and running.
adjusting alexa's amplitude
How to to enable Alexa's adaptive volume feature on an Echo device
It can be frustrating when it's so noisy that you can't hear Alexa on your Echo speaker when you're in the same room. We'll show you how to enable the adaptive volume feature so that Alexa can adjust the volume of her responses based on the ambient noise around her.
Get what you need
Don't be the only one with a potato webcam for those video conference calls
Whether you are in video conferences all day or just want to video chat with friends or family, you'll need a solid webcam. Chances are the one built into your laptop makes you look more like a potato, but there are some great webcams you can get from Amazon to improve the video quality and more.
No more opening the case
The best external hard drives for the PlayStation 4
You can expand the storage on your PlayStation 4 now, without opening the body and voiding the warranty. All you need is a decent hard drive to plug in.
A promising upgrade
Surface Duo 2 FCC listing promises a major upgrade over its predecessor
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A recent filing with the Federal Communications Commission has revealed a bunch of connectivity upgrades for the upcoming Surface Duo 2, including support for 5G, NFC, and Wi-Fi 6. It could also include a type of wireless charging that's unlikely to be based on the Qi standard.
⚡ Faster!
Google Pixel 6 Pro might actually charge faster than most Samsung flagships
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Regulatory labels suggest that Google is increasing charging speeds for its upcoming Google Pixel 6 Pro.
Go go go
PS5 restocks: Here are the latest PS5 stock updates & how to find one
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Looking to buy a PS5? You've come to the right place. These new consoles are selling out fast but retailers are putting PS5 systems up for sale in waves.
A beta-filled fall
Android 12 is coming: Here's the latest info on when your phone will get it
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The official Android 12 beta is winding down, and the betas for other Android OEMs are heating up. No company has announced an official release date for its phones yet, but we can extrapolate from its current schedule what to expect. Here's everything we know, including which phones will get Android 12.
Get chatty
Chatting with your BFFs (or work)? Android 12 makes it easier.
Android 12 introduces the Conversations widget, which enables you to pin important conversations to a home screen. We'll show you how to use this feature and share some test notes we picked up along the way.
Apple envy
Poll: Did you preorder the iPhone 13 or iPad Mini?
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The new iPhone 13 and iPad Mini are available for preorder. We want to know if any of our readers bothered to purchase any of the new Apple products.
Hold for me
Google Pixel now makes call holds in Canada less onerous with this feature
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Google's "Hold for Me" feature now handles phone calls for some Pixel owners in Canada when they are put on hold. The capability is available in preview at the moment.
Downsizing
The Samsung Galaxy S22 could finally give us another small flagship
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Samsung is rumored to make some interesting changes with the Galaxy S22.
Frugal Fridays
Chrome preps new feature that automatically finds discounts when you shop
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Google appears to be working on a new feature in Chrome to automatically fetch discount coupons for users while shopping online.
(Hopefully) coming soon
The Amazon Appstore appears in the Microsoft Store ahead of Windows 11
The Amazon Appstore preview arrives in the Microsoft Store ahead of the Windows 11 launch, although with one major caveat.
First look?
This could be our first look at the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8
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A new leak suggests Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Tab A8 2021 will not be a massive upgrade over last year's Galaxy Tab A7.
Expanding availability
Google's permissions auto-reset feature is coming to older Android phones
The permissions auto-reset feature, which debuted with Android 11 last year, will expand to billions of devices running Android 6.0 or higher versions before the end of Q1 2022.
What You REALLY Want is a Blackberry
AC Podcast 543: Epic Ruling; iPhone
Lisa Gade of MobileTechReview is our special guest this week! She hangs out with Jerry, Daniel, and Ara to discuss the Epic court ruling and check out Apple's recent announcements in relation to what they mean for Android users. Plus, the gang offer early impressions of Samsung's One UI 4 Beta, Pixel 6, and more. Listen now Subscribe in Spotify: Audio Subscribe in iTunes: Audio...
The first premium Pixel
The Pixel 6 and 6 Pro aren't far off now! Here's everything we know
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Based on rumors and past launches, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will likely arrive in about a month! We already know some specs and software information, but Google is still keeping the price, release date, and cameras a secret. Here's everything Google has confirmed and everything we've heard about the upcoming flagship.
The Next Big Thing
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra review: Fixed focus
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The Galaxy S21 Ultra offers the ultimate luxury experience, with four incredible cameras and an industry-leading display. It's a love letter to Samsung's most enthusiastic customers, and the addition of S Pen support may even draw in longtime Note loyalists.