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Allo: Everything you need to know

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Posted by Harish Jonnalagadda on 26 Jul 2017 9:00 am
Allo
Everything you need to know to get started with Google's messaging service. Allo is a smart messaging service that relies on the Google Assistant to serve up contextual suggestions. Assistant lives on as a chatbot within Allo, and you can invoke it to offer recommendations on nearby points of interest, tell jokes, play games, and much more. It'll also suggest contextual replies in...

How to use the archive feature in Google Photos

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Posted by Harish Jonnalagadda on 26 Jul 2017 8:00 am
How to use the archive feature in Google Photos
Archive pictures on Google Photos to keep your main screen free from clutter. Google has been steadily adding features to Google Photos, and a recent addition is the ability to archive images from your main stream. The feature comes in handy if you're looking to get your pictures more organized within Photos, or if you want to move a few images off the main view.

YouTube: Ultimate Guide

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Posted by Ara Wagoner on 25 Jul 2017 1:00 pm
YouTube started as a simple video site, but today it's much, much more. YouTube is so much more than cute cats and mindless pranks; it's where millions come for education, information, and live, late-breaking news. YouTube streams more than just Google keynotes; it streams important political debates and allows users to stream from almost anywhere in the world with an internet connection. It's...

Moto Z2 Force Edition pre-orders have begun, priced from $750

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Posted by Andrew Martonik on 25 Jul 2017 12:46 pm
Moto Z2 Force
A new phone is only as good as how easy it is to buy. In the year since the original Moto Z launched, Motorola made big improvements to its launch strategy. Not only is the Moto Z2 Force Edition coming to all major U.S. carriers, it's available for pre-order right away after the announcement with deliveries just two weeks away on August 10. Here's where, when and for how much you can buy the...

How to change the default apps on Google Home

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Posted by Jen Karner on 25 Jul 2017 10:00 am
Personalize the apps that Google Home uses. Google Home makes it easy to keep track of your busy life and enjoy some music when you're relaxing at home. When you're ready for some music or you want to check up on the news, though, you'll want to be sure that the default apps are the ones that you want to use. Adjusting default apps is different for each service, but we have the details for you...

How to fix LG G6 battery life problems

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Posted by Andrew Martonik on 25 Jul 2017 8:00 am
How to improve LG G6 battery life
There are many ways to make sure your battery goes the full day, every day. No matter how good battery life is on a phone, we always want more. The LG G6 manages to do pretty well with its 3300mAh battery, getting most of us through a full day on average — but of course, we don't use our phones the same every day. Whether it's turning into a regular occurrence for your phone to hit 50% before...

How to change your ringtone on the Galaxy S8

Posted by Andrew Martonik on 24 Jul 2017 1:00 pm
Samsung Galaxy S8
Everyone wants to keep their ringtone game strong. Changing the ringtone was one of the first ways to personalize our phones, and all this time later it's still one of the first things we do — even on a super-advanced device like the Galaxy S8. Whether you're willing to settle with one of the dozens of pre-loaded ringtones or want to get something unique, here are the steps you need to follow...

How to get Android O beta 4 on your Pixel or Nexus (and how to roll back to Nougat)

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Posted by Daniel Bader on 24 Jul 2017 1:45 pm
Here's how to get the Android O beta on your Nexus or Pixel device. The Android O Developer Preview 4 is here, and if you're looking to install it on your phone or tablet, you're now able to opt-in to the first public beta, which is also available as the second Developer Preview. Which devices support the Android O Developer Preview? The preview is supported on the following phones and...

Put some summer magic on your home screen with this theme pack!

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Posted by Ara Wagoner on 24 Jul 2017 10:00 am
Summer is here, and it feels like it will never end. The days are longer, the days are hotter, and there's not nearly as much to do when going outside feels like walking into an oven. Summer is about staying cooler and staying entertained, and we can kill two birds with one stone by putting some cool new themes onto our home screens. A new theme can make your phone seem like a brand new toy,...

Best alternatives to T-Mobile

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Posted by Jerry Hildenbrand on 24 Jul 2017 9:00 am
If you like T-Mobile's coverage, check out these alternatives that use T-Mobile's coverage. T-Mobile, like the rest of the Big Four U.S. carriers, is keen on selling access to MVNOs (Mobile Virtual Network Operators). This is great: it benefits T-Mobile (income without any investment), the MVNO (no need to build its own network), and us (more choices at different prices). And a lot of MVNOs...

Best tricks to fix YouTube's most annoying features

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Posted by Ara Wagoner on 24 Jul 2017 7:00 am
YouTube is a simple service with a lot of not-so-simple problems to it. It's easy for YouTube to frustrate users because beneath the cat videos and endless comment sections are a lot of features that can really make or break your experience. You thought you turned off Autoplay, but it still seems to be turned on when you're showing your family videos on the TV. You get notifications when...

New low-energy mesh standard makes Bluetooth the Internet of Thing's best friend

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Posted by Jerry Hildenbrand on 22 Jul 2017 9:00 am
Bluetooth could be the standard that turns the internet of things into something we can care about. Chances are that when you hear "Internet of things" you don't have high expectations. I feel you. Unfortunately, the real internet of things isn't as exciting as some envisioned, and the devices and software used for shipping containers or a big library just don't have a wow factor. That will...

Verizon's Unlimited plan: Everything you need to know

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Posted by Daniel Bader on 21 Jul 2017 4:00 pm
A complete breakdown of Verizon's Unlimited plan and everything else you can get when you sign up for service. In the United States, there are a lot of companies that can get you and your phone online, but most people use one of the four biggest: AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon. Choosing between them can be difficult. Your first priority should be what service works best in the places...

Top Allo features you need to know

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Posted by Harish Jonnalagadda on 21 Jul 2017 7:00 am
'Allo Allo. Allo is Google's latest attempt at a messaging app that competes with the likes of WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, both of which boast a userbase of over a billion users. The main differentiator for Allo is Google Assistant, a chatbot that provides answers to your queries by drawing on the search giant's machine learning smarts. AI is at the core of Google's strategy, with...

How to fix OnePlus 5 battery life problems

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Posted by Andrew Martonik on 20 Jul 2017 3:00 pm
How to fix OnePlus 5 battery life problems
No matter how long your battery lasts, there will always be someone who needs more. The OnePlus 5 has above-average battery life thanks to its lean software, efficient processor, and 3300mAh battery. But not everyone uses their phone the same way or has the same demands from the limited power supply — some of us need more longevity than others. This difference in configuration means that some...

Google Keep: Ultimate guide

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Posted by Harish Jonnalagadda on 20 Jul 2017 1:00 pm
Google Keep
Create lists, transcribe recordings, doodle, collaborate on to-do lists, and much more with Google Keep. Google Keep isn't your average note-taking client. While the app sports a minimal interface and is easy to pick up and use, it offers a set of powerful tools that make it an effective task management utility. From creating collaborative to-do lists to transcribing voice notes and saving...

Best HDR-capable TVs under $500

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Posted by Jerry Hildenbrand on 19 Jul 2017 11:00 am
HDR video needs the right display, and you can get a great one for under $500. HDR can make a dramatic difference in how things on your TV look when you're watching, and since more and more HDR content is being produced and released, your next TV should support it. Paired with a Chromecast Ultra, you can have your own theatre experience right in your home. That doesn't mean you have to break...

OnePlus 5: Top things you need to know

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Posted by Andrew Martonik on 19 Jul 2017 9:21 am
OnePlus 5
It's hard to ignore the importance of this phone in the Android world. The OnePlus 5 is the most expensive phone the company has ever made, and subsequently has the highest expectations. The base plan to meet those expectations is to double down on the formula that has at least got OnePlus this far: high-end specs, solid hardware and super-fast software. Then there's the extra bit of marketing...

How to manage the YouTube app for Android

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Posted by Mike Tanasychuk on 18 Jul 2017 10:00 am
igncenter" /> How do I upload to YouTube on Android? Watching videos and subscribing to channels is what YouTube's all about, but there's so much more you can do, like uploading your own videos, messaging other YouTubers, and all those settings that'll help make your experience more enjoyable and help keep your data usage to a minimum. Here's how to manage YouTube so that it works for you...

How to install and use Amazon Alexa on the HTC U11

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Posted by Andrew Martonik on 18 Jul 2017 8:00 am
HTC U11
Install an app for yet another bit of artificial intelligence. Those who are already invested in the Amazon Echo ecosystem may be looking to continue that experience on their phone — and with the HTC U11, that's now possible. Using Amazon Alexa on the U11 is nearly the same as using the voice control system on an Echo speaker, and that's really cool. Here's how to get it set up. How to...

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