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The best sleeves for the Google Pixelbook
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Ramping up
Qualcomm says 450 million 5G phones will ship in 2021
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Qualcomm recently shared its predictions for 5G smartphone performance in the coming years, with 450 million 5G devices expected to be shipped in 2021.
Tello is a great carrier if you use your phone's hotspot a lot
Tello Mobile offers a wide array of affordable wireless plans with nationwide coverage, but how does the carrier handle hotspot access?
Your face is your password
These apps support the Pixel 4's face unlock feature
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The Pixel 4 is the first Android phone to widely support face unlock with app logins. Here are all of the apps that already work with it or have been confirmed to do so in a future update!
Hey slim
Spigen's thinnest case for the Pixel 4 is a divisive offering
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If you're in search of a case that'll keep your Pixel 4 safe from daily wear-and-tear without adding any bulk, the Spigen Thin Fit is an enticing proposition. Should you go out and buy it? Found out in our full review!
Attack of the Nokias
Nokia 6.2 vs Nokia 4.2: Which should you buy?
The Nokia 6.2 and 4.2 are two of the most affordable Nokia phones you can buy. Is one of them a better purchase over the other? Let's find out.
Folding feud
Which is the better foldable phone — Galaxy Fold or Motorola RAZR?
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Galaxy Fold or Motorola RAZR? Our AC forum community recently got to talking about which foldable handset they prefer.
Break a sweat
These are the best workout cases for the Galaxy S9 and S9+
Whether you're taking your Galaxy S9 to the gym or on a run, these are the cases you should consider buying!
Ready Player One
Stadia: What you need to know about Google's game streaming service
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Google's new game streaming service, Stadia, is here. This is everything you need to know!
My kind of foldable
The Motorola RAZR is the first foldable phone I actually want to buy
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The Galaxy Fold and Huawei Mate X are undeniable technological wonders, but as far as folding phones go, the new Motorola RAZR is the first one I’d actually consider buying.
Launcher debate
What launcher are you using on the Pixel 4?
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The Pixel 4's stock launcher from Google offers a seamless user experience, but that hasn't stopped some of our forum members from downloading and using a third-party launcher. What about you?
MOAR STORAGE
These are the best microSD cards to expand your Galaxy S9's storage
If you like to take your contacts from phone to phone or simply need more storage than the Galaxy S9's onboard 64GB, then check out these microSD options for both performance and value.
Alexa phone
Want an Android phone with Alexa built-in? These are your best options
Alexa is in smart speakers, displays, and even phones. Want your next handset to offer easy access to Amazon's voice assistant? These are the best Alexa built-in phones you can buy!
Grippy goodness
The Dbrand Grip for the Pixel 4 is clicky, customizable, and oh-so-good
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The Dbrand Grip is one of the more expensive cases for the Pixel 4, but it also offers one of the best experiences money can buy.
Let's chat
Have you enabled RCS chat in Google Messages?
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On November 14, Google officially flipped the switch and enabled RCS functionality in its Messages app for everyone in the U.S. Have you turned it on yet?
The clock’s ticking
Should you buy a Moto X4 in 2020?
The Moto X4 has proven to be one heck of a mid-range phone since its release a couple years ago, but in 2019, it’s no longer the great value that it once was.
Cast All The Chromes
Everything you need to know about Chromecast
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Interested in learning more about Google Chromecast? Here's everything you need to know!
just in case
How to enable car crash detection on the Pixel 4
The Pixel 4 is filled with all sorts of features — including the ability to detect car crashes and automatically call 911 in the event that something goes wrong. Here's how to turn this incredibly important feature on.
Small phone love
Did anyone buy the smaller Pixel 4?
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The Pixel 4 XL is the Google phone that's been getting the most love and attention this year, so we want to know — did anyone buy the smaller and more affordable Pixel 4?
Alexa microwave my popcorn
AmazonBasics Microwave review: Alexa, get the job done
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The AmazonBasics Microwave brings new smarts to a traditionally dumb kitchen appliance. For the price, there's not much to complain about.