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Tuesday, Apr 30

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Fitbit warns users to switch from Fitbit Pay to Google Wallet by July

Fitbit Pay will no longer be available after July 29.

Rabbit R1, a thing that should just be an app, actually is just an Android app

The Rabbit R1 is probably running Android and is certainly powered by an Android app under the hood.

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WhatsApp on iOS will soon show your contacts if you’ve been online recently

The feature was previously spotted in WhatsApp's Android app.

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Android 15 could make it easier to use your phone in landscape mode

Your phone’s lock screen and notifications panel could look better in landscape in Android 15.

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Apple is filling out its secretive European lab with poached Google AI experts

Apple is looking to catch up and develop AI models and products that rival competitors.

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Apple releases iOS 17.5 beta 4 to developers

A new iOS 17.5 developer beta is now available to download and install on compatible iPhone models.

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Deal: Just $649 for the Pixel 8 Pro and a 12-month plan with Mint

In the market for both a flagship Android phone and a new service plan? Mint Mobile has a very tempting limited-time offer for you. You can pick up both the Google Pixel 8 Pro and a 12-month data plan for as little as $649. No trade-in…

Google is working on ‘Audio Emoji,’ and yes, the poop emoji will be supported

If you've ever wanted a comedy soundboard for your phone calls, Google is delivering.

TikTok could end up getting banned in the EU next

TikTok has been having a rough go as of late. Just last week, President Joe Biden signed a bill to force ByteDance to sell the video-sharing platform or be banned in the US. Now the European Commission is floating around the idea on…

This app brings Android 15’s new volume panel to any device

Get Android 15’s new volume panel interface without waiting for Google or your device’s OEM.

You don’t even need Gemini open to use Gemini in Chrome for the web

You can now just @gemini in Chrome's address box, followed by your prompt, to get a quick response.

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iOS 18 could supercharge Safari with more than just Apple’s AI features

Apple may sherlock the Arc browser and 1Blocker through the upcoming Safari update on iOS 18 and macOS 15.

YouTube TV now lets Android devices watch up to four channels at once

Multiview expands to Android phones and tablets.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 series rumors and leaks: Everything we know so far

We're still far way off from the Galaxy S25 launch, but leaks and rumors are starting to trickle in.

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Debunking common myths: 5 things iPhone users get wrong about Android

No, not all Androids are cheap. And no, iPhones don't take better photos.

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You shouldn’t try this Pixel 8 Pro brushed aluminum mod at home

What happens when you take Scotch Brite pads to a Pixel phone's camera bar?

Best deal yet on the new Lexar 2TB Portable SSD

The SL500 Portable SSD is the ideal expansion for your phone, tablet, or console, and it's down to $169 for the first time.

Can you turn off Meta AI on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp?

If you’ve recently found yourself staring at unfamiliar buttons and prompts on your favorite Meta apps, you’re not alone. The recent rollout marks the debut of Meta AI’s latest large language model, Llama 3, promising more personalized…

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Pixel 8a US price leaked: Yay or nay?

The Pixel 8a is said to start at $499 for the 128GB storage variant, the same as the Pixel 7a.

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The best new Android apps for May 2024

Are you looking for some new apps? We got you covered with the best new Android apps for the month ahead.

Updates are a huge issue for smart gadgets, but this law might help

Tired of non-existent updates and poor password hygiene on your smart TV or baby monitor? So is the UK government.

Pixel 8a leaks once again, this time with a surprise fifth color case

A Coral Pixel 8a has not been leaked so far, but a Coral silicon case for the Pixel 8a has leaked.

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Microsoft OneDrive finally adds a feature Google Drive has had for years

File storage solutions are competing for feature-parity, and that is great for consumers all around.

Samsung is betting the future of its smartphone sales on Galaxy AI

It seems like the S24's Galaxy AI features are only the beginning for Samsung.

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RISC-V support in Android just got a big setback

A Googler just uploaded a series of patches that remove the Android kernel’s support for the RISC-V architecture.

FCC just fined major carriers $200 million for selling customer location data

T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon were all found guilty of ignoring customer privacy safegaurds.

Monday, Apr 29

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Peacock joins the price-hike parade, raising subscription costs ahead of the Olympics

New Peacock subscribers will have to pay higher prices starting July 18.

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Android 15 could let your Pixel Watch control your phone’s media output

You might not have to pull your phone out of your pocket to change the audio output device.