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Thursday, Apr 18

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Samsung phones may finally get a long-awaited app drawer revamp

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Samsung phones might finally get that app drawer update everyone's been waiting for.

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My favorite cheap tablet is suddenly cheaper than it's EVER BEEN at Amazon — no strings attached

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Months before Prime Day, Amazon is already slashing a record-breaking 27% off the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus, Android Central's pick for the best cheap tablet.

Nothing Phone 2 update brings ChatGPT integration, new camera features

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Nothing has started rolling out version 2.5.5 of its software to the Phone 2.

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Sony's next Xperia flagship may be just around the corner

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Sony has started to tease an upcoming "Xperia" event, which could include its 2024 flagship phone.

Google announces major hardware and software reorg with AI at the center

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Google announced that it has merged its Android and hardware teams to further its AI efforts.

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Lucy Liu, The Pirate Queen, and using the Quest 3 to tell history in a whole new way

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Seeing is believing, and that's why VR is such a powerful tool for education. Titles like The Pirate Queen are just the beginning of the revolution.

TikTok's highly-anticipated Instagram killer, TikTok Notes, is starting to roll out

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TikTok Notes wants to draw you away from Instagram, and it's finally starting to become available for download on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

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These sustainable tech brands should be on your radar

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In honor of Earth Day, I have rounded up a set of the most prominent sustainable brands in the tech industry that actually make a difference.

Razer Kishi Ultra offers everything to turn you into a pro mobile gamer

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In a market that continues to expand and grow, the Razer Kishi Ultra attempts to stand out from the crowd. We'll have to see if it manages to follow-through on those promises.

The Samsung Galaxy A35 just landed in the US with a sweet deal on the Galaxy Buds FE

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The Samsung Galaxy A35 5G is now out in the US, priced at $400.

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Google Maps may soon use satellites even if your phone is offline

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Google is steadily preparing satellite connectivity support in Android, and the latest implementation of it will make Google Maps location updates more reliable off-grid.

The Meta Quest may soon make long boring airplane rides a thing of the past

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Meta Quest headsets don't work on airplanes right now unless you disable spatial tracking, but a secret new mode uncovered in an upcoming update might fix that.

The Nothing Ear and Ear (a) earbuds promise better battery and super clear streaming

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Nothing's fresh wireless earbuds bring some sneaky but crucial improvements.

Adobe Express app packs Firefly gen-AI and is now widely available on Android

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Adobe's suite of generative AI features, called Firefly, has a new home in the Adobe Express app on Android.

Acer's first Chromebook of 2024 is perfect for students

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Acer has announced its first new Chromebook for 2024 with the Chromebook Plus 514. There's not too much to write home about, other than the fact that it will provide a well-rounded experience.

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Google Drive for the web FINALLY gets dark mode, and it's wonderful

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Google has decided to roll out dark mode to Drive on the web, and it is now available to all users worldwide.

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Nothing Ear (a) review: Proof you don't need expensive earbuds

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The Nothing Ear (a) proves that you don't need to pay hundreds for a great pair of Bluetooth earbuds for everyday use.

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Android 15: All the new features, eligible devices, and release date

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Android 15 is now in public beta, and there are a lot of changes from last year. Here's a look at all the new features coming to Android 15.

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Google preps mysterious Assistant feature for the Pixel Tablet

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Google appears to be working on a fresh way to interact with Pixel Tablets called "Look and Sign," and it appears to be related to "Look and Talk" on the Nest Hub Max.

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Google Maps update brings a useful tweak to Android Auto 3D building view

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Google Maps rolled out a beta update for testers to experiment with its 3D building view sync with Android Auto.

Samsung Galaxy A25 vs. Moto G Power 5G 2024

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If you're looking for a budget phone in the $300 range, the Samsung Galaxy A25 and Moto G Power 5G 2024 are two options worth considering, though they each have drawbacks.

Wednesday, Apr 17

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YouTube got an 8K upgrade on the Meta Quest

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The YouTube VR app on the Meta Quest just got another big update to support 8K resolution videos.

Google Photos preps 'Collections' tab and new a spring cleaning feature

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Code in Google Photos on Android spilled a tab revamp and more coming for user galleries.

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Android 15 could 'quarantine' rogue apps for your safety

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A dive into Android 15's code offered insight into its upcoming "quarantine apps" feature.

T-Mobile SyncUP Kids Watch review: A smartwatch for your kid that actually feels smart

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Too many kids smartwatches are overly basic, but the T-Mobile SyncUP Kids Watch nails the basics in 2024 without being too complicated to use.

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Best Earth Day deals 2024 — your sustainable tech shopping guide

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Earth Day is April 22nd, so a ton of online retailers are discounting their sustainable tech and refurbished devices. These are the best deals we've found so far.

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Hear, hear! The best earbuds we've ever used just scored a massive discount at Best Buy

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Best Buy drops the price of the Jabra Elite 10s, our favorite earbuds out there, by 20%—but act fast, this deal probably won't last long.

Google's bullying is predictable, self-defeating, and barely justifiable

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Just as Google's anti-Canada policy put journalists out of work to protect the bottom line, its CJPA policy to block California links in its home state will have a devastating impact on the state's news orgs. It'll also hurt Google's…

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Google Maps and Search updates highlight sustainable ways to travel

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Google highlighted a few updates for Maps and Search that detail more sustainable travel.

Google Maps wants to make your EV rides smoother with these features

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Google wants to help EV vehicle owners spot their charging stations by providing additional information, such as where exactly the charging point is in a multi-level parking slot.