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Someone holding a white Google Pixel 7.

Google Pixel 7 vs. Google Pixel 6: What’s changed?

Now that the Pixel 7 has officially been announced, comparisons to Google's previous release are inevitable. Here's how each device measures up to the other.
Google Home icon on home screen.

The Google Home app finally has the big redesign you’ve been waiting for

The Google Home app has been in a rough place for years, but this new update aims to completely fix things.
The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing music playing.

Apple comes clean with what it really thinks about iPhone 14’s Dynamic Island

Two Apple higher-ups have spoken candidly about their thoughts on the Dynamic Island and provided insight into its development in a new interview.
A OnePlus phone being traded in for a OnePlus 10 Pro.

OnePlus wants your help to plant thousands of new trees

The next time you trade in a OnePlus phone, you might help plant a tree.
Nomad Base One Max charging an iPhone and an Apple Watch.

Reverse wireless charging on the iPhone gets one step closer to reality

Reverse wireless charging has been around for years on Android devices, but now it seems like it could finally be coming to Apple's ecosystem.
People with headphones listening to Spotify on a MacBook.

How Spotify audiobooks work (and how much they cost)

Spotify recently integrated audiobooks into its app. Unfortunately, accessing them isn't as simple as accessing music and podcasts.
The OG App running on an iPhone.

Can’t stand using Instagram in 2022? This app fixes everything you hate about it

The OG App is bringing Instagram back to basics by removing all of its worst features and giving users true control over the content they view.
A Man holds a white Google Pixel 7 Pro in his hands.

This Google Pixel 7 price leak is bad news for the iPhone 14

A recent leak has shown off the price for both the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, and they're far cheaper than the recently launched iPhone 14 and 14 Pro.
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Amazon’s new Fire HD 8 tablets run faster, last longer, and start at $100

In the market for a new tablet? Amazon just announced four new ones in its Fire HD 8 lineup. Here's everything that's new.
The iPhone 14 laying on top of a succulent. It's showing the Home Screen.

iOS 16’s infuriating copy-and-paste permission pop-up is being fixed

Apple confirms that the copy-and-paste permissions pop-up that many iOS 16 users are experiencing is, indeed, a bug to be fixed.
iPhone 14 laying in a succulent.

Are the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro waterproof? What you should know

The iPhone 14 and 14 Pro are undoubtedly capable smartphones, but are they waterproof? Here's the full breakdown on their IP ratings.
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Google Photos leans into video with latest Memories update

Google Photos has a major update coming to it today that adds a lengthy list of new features and shows a new focus on video content.
Brand new USB-C type to Lightning fast charging cable of with iPhone 11 Pro Max

Apple has been ordered to stop selling iPhones without a charger in the box

Apple is facing legal troubles in Brazil where a selling freeze on iPhones has been implemented until the company starts putting chargers back in its boxes.
Repairing a Samsung phone

The EU wants Apple and Samsung to make more repairable phones, improve battery efficiency

The EU is back with tech-related legislation, this time focused on repairability and battery efficiency.
Back of the OnePlus 10T.

OnePlus 10T pre-orders go live in the U.S., and with a big 5G fix

The OnePlus 10T is finally making its North American debut, but now it's an even better device than ever before thanks to its newfound 5G network connections.
The Lenovo Tab P11 Pro tablet.

Lenovo’s latest tablets have Android 12L and competitive prices

Lenovo's making sure Android tablets are alive and well, as it's just announced two new slates: the Tab P11 and Tab P11 Pro.
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Hackers breached 2FA accounts of some Authy users, Twilio confirms

Two-factor authentication is a big part of the current security landscape, but Twilio announced that nearly 100 Authy user accounts were breached this week.
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One of MyFitnessPal’s most basic features now costs $20/month

MyFitnessPal is putting one of its most essential features behind its MyFitnessPal Premium subscription, and fans aren't happy.
A person using Snapchat on an iPhone.

Snapchat may owe you money just for using filters — here’s how to get paid

Do you have Snapchat? Do you regularly use the app's lenses and filters? If so, a class-action lawsuit means you might be owed money.
The charger port on the Galaxy Z Fold 4.

Someone bought a Galaxy Z Fold 4, and it broke 5 hours later

Samsung promises that the Galaxy Z Fold 4's hinge will be good for over 200,000 folds, but for one unlucky Fold 4 owner, it only survived one.
A look at the new Blackview Tab 13, a standard rectangular tablet that's connected to a keyboard. Behind it the first tablet are two others showcasing the devices' cameras.

This Android tablet uses the internet without Wi-Fi or a SIM card

The Tab 13 is a run-of-the-mill tablet, but what sets it apart is the fact that it doesn't require Wi-Fi or a SIM card to connect to the internet.
Google Pixel 6 Pro in hand.

Wireless charging not working on your Pixel with Android 13? You aren’t alone

Pixel owners that have upgraded to Android 13 have reported issues with wireless charging in droves, so hopefully an official fix is coming soon.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5.

Is the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 waterproof? What the IP rating really means

The Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro are Samsung's latest smartwatches. But how do they hold up when it comes to waterproofing? Here's what you should know.
Visible wireless program logo with sponsored tag.

Visible just added a new plan, lowered prices, and took away a huge feature

Visible, the lower-cost wireless provider for Verizon service, is getting a big update. There's a new plan, a new lower price, and a missing feature.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro.

The best Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 watch bands

With the introduction of the Galaxy Watch 5, prospective buyers are looking for new bands to outfit the upcoming smartwatch with.
The DualSense Backbone resting on a window sill displaying the PS5 logo on its screen.

The PlayStation Backbone is a great mobile gaming controller, but a bad PS5 companion

The Backbone is a solid mobile controller, but the PlayStation version leaves a lot to be desired when playing PS5 games on the go.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.

How many folds can the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 survive? Spoiler — it’s a lot

One of the biggest questions looming over any foldable is: “How many folds can it survive?" With the Z Fold 4, there's nothing to worry about.
The Fitbit app open on an iPhone, showing sleep history.

Fitbit Sleep Profiles is just what I needed to start sleeping better

I'm someone who's struggled with sleeping for years. Fitbit's Sleep Profiles has been an excellent tool for improving that.
Purple Samsung Galaxy S22 front and back.

Samsung’s One UI 5 beta is already available for some Galaxy S22 owners

Samsung's One UI 5.0 beta is starting to roll out to select Galaxy S22 owners in spite of a botched announcement from earlier today.
OnePlus 10T screen.

Does the OnePlus 10T come with a case or screen protector?

Cases and screen protectors are more important than ever with how much new phones cost — and OnePlus seems to know that based on what's in the 10T's box.
The OnePlus 10T laying face-down on the arm of an outdoor chair.

Is the OnePlus 10T waterproof? What you should know about its IP rating

The OnePlus 10T's Ingress Protection rating leaves a lot to be desired, but the flagship makes up for its lackluster rating in a lot of other areas.
Official product render for OnePlus's 80W car charger.

OnePlus’s newest accessory brings 80W charging to your car for $39

Planning on buying the OnePlus 10T? A new charging accessory will bring 80W recharge speeds to your car.
Vision Booster on the Galaxy S22 Ultra, with the S21 Ultra.

Samsung’s self-repair program launches for Galaxy S21, S20, and Tab S7 Plus

Samsung is finally launching the self-repair program that allows Galaxy device owners the chance to repair their broken hardware instead of replacing it.
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Remember Yelp? It’s back with a brand new app design

Yelp has struggled to find its footing in recent years, but now the company is launching a majorly redesigned version of its app for Android users.