Nickolas Diaz
Nickolas is always excited about tech and getting his hands on it. Writing for him can vary from delivering the latest tech story to scribbling in his journal. When Nickolas isn't hitting a story, he's often grinding away at a game or chilling with a book in his hand.
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The budget ASUS ROG Phone 9 FE is finally here with a 2023 chip and gaming AI
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A little cheaper ASUS launched its slightly cheaper ROG Phone 9 FE for its overseas market.

Google Photos gives testers more agency with its slight 'Ask Photos' UI redesign
By Nickolas Diaz published
Better interactions Google was spotted updating "Ask Photos" for testers, which includes slight redesigns.

Google's crucial February security patch for Pixels is here among other updates
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Keep an eye on this one Google detailed the patch notes for its critical February security patch for Pixels.

Google warns Android users of a zero-day software exploit causing instability
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Heads up! Google sent a warning to users about a critical zero-day exploit plaguing Android in February.

Samsung tri-fold rumors suggest a 'G Fold' name change and hardware specs
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Galaxy G? Rumors surfaced with more supposed info about Samsung's tri-fold device.

Google Messages seems nearly ready for its promised 911 RCS support
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Anticipated After an APK dive, Google Messages seems nearly ready for its long-promised 911 RCS support.

Android Auto users report issues with TomTom GO, but devs say a fix is coming
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Finding the best route... Android Auto users reported problems with the TomTom GO app.

Pixel 9 users report access to the T-Mobile Starlink satellite messaging beta
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Covered The Pixel 9 has reportedly entered the T-Mobile Starlink satellite messaging beta.

The OnePlus Open 2 could get a huge camera feature that its competition lacks
By Nickolas Diaz published
Up close A rumor claimed the OnePlus Open 2 could grab a substantial telephoto upgrade.

Samsung has a sluggish Q4 2024 but sees its next foldables as a key game-changer
By Nickolas Diaz published
New Year, new outlook Samsung posted its Q4 2024 earnings report, which contained a teaser for new foldables.

T-Mobile customers are slowly gaining access to the Starlink satellite beta
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A Clear Signal T-Mobile began its beta testing period for its satellite service with Starlink with postpaid subscribers in the U.S.

Fitbit Ace LTE game drop turns kids into artistic Shutterbugs and sneaky Gnomes
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Get Gamin' Fitbit detailed an update that brought two new games to the Ace LTE.

Google Maps update for the Now Bar prepares it for One UI 7's wider rollout
By Nickolas Diaz published
Getting ready A user spotted a new Google Maps update that prepares it for One UI 7 on older Galaxy S phones.

Google's latest 'Block Breaker' easter egg gives you all the retro nostalgia
By Nickolas Diaz published
Just breaking blocks, man Google's latest easter egg dropped, gives users a retro throwback via "Block Breaker."

Nothing confirms the 'Phone 3a Series' will arrive in March, launch signups begin
By Nickolas Diaz published
Get excited Nothing confirmed the launch date for its highly expected midrange device.

Google slips into the Year of the Snake with a colorful Lunar New Year Doodle
By Nickolas Diaz published
Happy Lunar New Year! Google's Year of the Snake Doodle made a colorful appearance.

Samsung launches its 'Magnetic Wallet' for the Galaxy S25's new Qi2 world
By Nickolas Diaz published
Convenience Samsung has listed its official "Magnetic Wallet" in its store for the Galaxy S25 series.

The Google Play Store is reportedly crashing for Android users across devices
By Nickolas Diaz published
Frustrating Occurrence Reports claimed the Play Store is crashes for users across devices.

Samsung takes back its claims of a Bluetooth S Pen for the Galaxy S25 Ultra
By Nickolas Diaz published
Perhaps too soon Samsung reportedly removed all mentions of a Bluetooth S Pen for the Galaxy S25 Ultra following confusion.

Honor jabs Samsung, says the Magic 7 Pro 'outshines' the Galaxy S25 Ultra in four ways
By Nickolas Diaz published
All in good fun Honor's latest campaign pokes Samsung's apparent "lack" of upgrades with its recent Ultra model.

Google Play Store gets verified marks for VPNs committed to protecting your data
By Nickolas Diaz published
Who to trust Google detailed its new verified badges for VPNs in the Play Store.

These alleged Galaxy Z Flip 7 camera specs might leave you wanting more
By Nickolas Diaz published
Curious, isn't it? Rumors surfaced and suggested what users could expect from the Galaxy Z Flip 7's cameras.

Samsung exec teases a future with glucose monitoring on the Galaxy Watch
By Nickolas Diaz published
Making progress A Samsung exec briefly mentioned the company's work at developing non-invasive glucose monitoring.
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