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Google’s Pixel 6a is losing the 5a’s best feature

Google has announced the Pixel 6a as a powerful new budget phone with its Tensor chip onboard -- but don't expect much from its battery life.
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Google Wallet is back and it has some new tricks

The new Google Wallet has been introduced at Google I/O 2022. From credit cards to digital driver's licenses, the app will soon replace the physical wallet.
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New Google privacy features fight phishing, scrub search results

Google is taking even more steps to help folks protect their privacy and keep their data secure. 
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Google Play improves privacy, payments, and subscriptions 

Google is introducing several new features that will help game and app developers to engage and grow their audience while also improving privacy and security.
Render of the Google Pixel watch.

Google’s Pixel Watch is real and it’s coming soon

After years of being nothing more than a rumor, the Pixel Watch has been made real at Google I/O 2022. Here's everything you need to know about it.
Google Pixel Tablet.

There’s a new Pixel Tablet coming in 2023

At Google I/O today, Google announced that it will be expanding its lineup of first-party Android products with its first Pixel Tablet.
A phone running Android 13.

Everything announced at Google I/O 2022: Pixel 6a, Pixel Watch, search enhancements and more!

Google's annual tech conference has begun. Here's a rundown of everything announced.
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Google teases Pixel 7’s new chip, recycled aluminum design

During today’s Google I/O event, the company gave us a quick teaser of what we can expect from its next smartphone: The Pixel 7.
A phone running Android 13.

Android 13 is all about big screens, privacy, and payments

Android 13 is finally here at Google I/O! Here's what Google is bringing to mobile users over the next year.
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The Monk Skin Tone Scale makes the internet more inclusive

Google will use the 10-point Monk Skin Tone Scale to help make online images, search, and cameras more representative for more people.
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Virtual payment cards boost security in Chrome and Android

Google's virtual cards create an alternate credit card number to be used for online purchases, instead of saving the real card details, increasing security.
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Google supercharges Search with new features

Multisearch's 'near me' variable allows you to search for a plate of food, find out what it's called, and find out where you can eat it nearby.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 leak reveals a familiar design

Alleged renders of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 predict a cleaner design inspired by the Galaxy S22 Ultra for Samsung's next foldable, but there is no S Pen silo.
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Sony’s new Xperia 1 IV comes with a crazy moving zoom lens

Sony's new flagship comes with a real moving optical zoom lens, but an eye-popping price tag puts it out of reach for many.
iPhone 11 Pro Max charging port

iPhone 15 will finally give us what we’ve all wanted for years

It could happen for real! Apple might drop the Lightning port on its iPhones in favor of USB-C, but not this year.
Galaxy S22 Ultra's screen.

Samsung’s new 200-megapixel sensor may appear on S23 Ultra

Samsung is working on a new 200-megapixel camera sensor that could make its way on the S23 Ultra next year.
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iPhone 13 comes out on top in new SellCell value depreciation report

Smartphone seller SellCell released a report on depreciating trade-in values for smartphones. Why'd the iPhone win?
Google Play Store on the OnePlus Nord 2.

Google faces lawsuit over controversial Play Store change

Google's new Play Store billing policies aren't very popular with developers, and some are taking their disagreement to the courts.
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You have to see the Sharp Aquos R7’s massive camera

The Sharp Aquos R7 features a 1-inch back camera that's as technically impressive as it is eye-catching, but it seems to only be available in Japan.
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Qualcomm’s latest 5G modem brings standalone mmWave, improved Sub-6 speeds to phones

Qualcomm's X70 5G modem is adding new features. Standalone mmWave 5G, plus new Sub-6 5G carrier aggregation, will be coming to flagship phones this year.
OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G side view in hand.

Early OnePlus Nord 2T unboxing video spills every last detail

A YouTuber has posted an unboxing video of the OnePlus Nord 2T despite the smartphone's lack of an official announcement or release date.
Alleged Motorola Razr 2022 in hand.

Next Motorola Razr could move away from offbeat design

Motorola is all set to unveil the next-gen foldable Razr. It is said to be a big upgrade both in terms of design and internal hardware.
2014 BMW M235i back logo

BMW shipping cars without advertised Apple and Google features

The global chip shortage continues to cause problems for automakers, to the point where some are shipping vehicles without all of their advertised features.
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Emoji reactions hit WhatsApp as Meta fights the competition

WhatsApp joins Telegram, Messenger, iMessage and more by introducing key features including emoji reactions, larger file sharing, and bigger group chats.
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Apple settles class-action lawsuit over iPhone 4S throttling

Apple has settled a 2015 class-action lawsuit that accused it of throttling the iPhone 4S with the iOS 9 update.
Three phone screens showing the new Android 12 Go Edition.

Google is killing off its lightweight YouTube Go app

Google is shuttering its YouTube Go app this summer, citing improvements made to the main YouTube app.
Timelapse photo of cars along the Las Vegas strip at night.

Dish publicly launches its first 5G service in Vegas

Dish Wireless has turned the key on its Smart 5G network, opening it up to customers in Las Vegas as the first step in its plans for a much wider rollout.
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T-Mobile plugs businesses nationwide into 5G broadband

T-Mobile is expanding its 5G fixed wireless service to businesses nationwide, making it easier and more affordable for companies to get online.
T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert

T-Mobile wants you to test drive its 5G home internet

T-Mobile is taking a bold new step into 5G home internet with a new program that will make it easier for broadband customers to “break up with Big Internet.”
Close-up of the rear Google Pixel 6 Pro's rear panel showing its cameras.

Google just made it easier to change your breached passwords

Google Assistant's new password update has streamlined the process of replacing breached passwords, making web security feel safer and easier than ever.
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Xbox creates Instagram-like Stories, but for video games

Microsoft has announced that Xbox fans will now be able to share their gaming moments in the form of Stories on the Xbox app for iOS and Android.
Turned on smartphone with Instagram app icon on its screen.

Instagram might become more like TikTok in an important way

Instagram is testing a full-screen Home feed as the Facebook-owned company mulls ripping off another TikTok feature.
Move reminder on a Fitbit Charge 5.

Another Fitbit lawsuit. Pixel Watch can’t get here fast enough

Fitbit is facing another lawsuit following more burns from its devices. The difference this time? The suit claims it's a problem for all Fitbit devices.
The back of the OnePlus 10 Pro.

OnePlus 10 Ultra could be a souped-up OnePlus 10 Pro

OnePlus 10 Pro is expected to bring an upgraded camera system along with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ chipset. It may launch in the month of August or September.