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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs. Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

Samsung's new foldable phone is here, but does it beat Samsung's previous best? We put the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 against the Note 20 Ultra to find out.
A phone running Android 13.

How to register for and download the Android 13 beta

Android 13 is around the corner, and Google just launched the public beta. Here's how you can register for and download the Android 13 public beta.
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.
Silhouette of male hand typing on laptop keyboard at night.

Big tech firms are teaming up to banish passwords for good

Apple, Google, and Microsoft are working together on a new system that could consign passwords weak and strong to the history books. It’s coming later this year.
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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Report: Sonos Voice could launch as early as June 2022

The rumored voice assistant from Sonos now has a reported launch date of June 1, 2022.
Firefox iPhone app.

Firefox is falling behind, but I’m not ready to quit it yet

These days, most people use Google Chrome to browse the internet. But as Firefox hits its 100th version, there are many reasons I keep coming back to it.

The best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 screen protectors

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 differs from most smartphones on the market, and that calls for updated screen protectors. We showcase the best available.
Bezel comparison of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.

Google Pixel 6 vs. Pixel 6 Pro: What are the differences?

Google has released the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, but what are the differences between the two, and most importantly, which one should you buy? We found out.
Pixel 6 on a table next to two parts of a Pixel 6A case.

Pixel 6A case hands-on: More clues about Google’s next phone

A Pixel 6A case we received ahead of Google I/O gives us some more clues about Google's next phone.
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How to adjust ad settings for YouTube

YouTube has expanded its restrictive ad settings to allow account owners to block sensitive product ads for things such as pregnancy, dating, and weight loss.
A Macbook with Google Chrome opened to a Gmail inbox.

If you use Gmail, you should know these keyboard shortcuts

Go to your inbox, snooze a message, or turn an email into a task. You can do all of this and more without lifting your fingers using Gmail keyboard shortcuts.
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.
Pixel 6 (left) and Pixel 6 Pro (right).

Pixel 6 vibration alert woes get a fix with May update

Pixel 6 users have been complaining about a weaker haptic alert for notifications since March. With the May software update, Google has resolved the issue.
Senior citizen using Alexa to stay connected

Alexa can now tell you when a package is delivered

Thanks to a new update, Amazon Alexa can detect the presence of a person or a package through compatible cameras or video doorbells.
Person surfing the Internet with Microsoft Edge browser.

Microsoft Edge’s free VPN may become its must-have feature

Microsoft's Edge browser may soon get a built-in VPN service to make it a more appealing choice over Google's popular Chrome.
Wi-Fi Calling

What is Wi-Fi calling, and how does it work?

If you're struggling to get a good signal at home, it might be worth giving Wi-Fi calling a shot. In this guide, we explain how it works and how to use it.
Google Pixel Watch leaked render.

Here’s what Google’s Pixel Watch looks like on a wrist

The newest Google Pixel Watch leak shows us how it'll look on your wrist. Google is expected to launch the Watch at I/O in May.
A woman sitting on her couch looking at the Hubspace app on her phone.

Home Depot’s new Hubspace-compatible items include smart plug

Home Depot releases several new products to its Hubspace smart home line, including a true smart plug.
Instagram app on the Google Play Store on an Android smartphone.

Google Play Store helps find the apps invading your privacy

Google is finally implementing a feature that allows users to see what information their apps collect and who they're providing it to.
Google Home icon on home screen.

How to use the Google Home app on your PC

Want to add Google Home's smart controls to your computer? While there's no desktop app, you can try one of these workarounds to get Google Home on your PC.
Amazon Echo Show 15 hanging horizontally on the wall.

Smart homes without Wi-Fi: Huge possibilities or roadblocks?

Our wireless networks are the building blocks of our smart home ecosystems, but should every automation require an Internet connection? Here's what we think.
Leaked live image of Google Pixel Watch

Google Pixel Watch spotted in the wild, iPhone 4 style

A prototype unit of the Pixel Watch allegedly was left at a restaurant, giving us glimpse of Google's first smartwatch and its dramatically curvy looks.
Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen on table.

The Google Nest lineup needs a redesigned plug

The Google Nest Hub is a great smart display, but its bulky plug is in dire need of a redesign. Here's why users are still frustrated years after its launch.
Close up of Google Pixel Watch renders on a black background.

There’s (almost) no way the Pixel Watch can live up to the hype

New rumors have reignited excitement around the Pixel Watch, which may launch in the coming months. But it almost certainly won't live up to the hype.
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Google just banned call-recording apps from the Play Store

Google is making a controversial change to its Play Store policies that'll block all third-party call-recording apps.
Burgundy colored Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra placed on a table alongside the S Pen.

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 6 Pro: Clash of the titans

What happens when two of the best Android smartphones square off against each other? Should you buy the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Google Pixel 6 Pro?
Close up of Google Pixel Watch renders on a black background.

Google’s Pixel Watch leaks weeks before alleged launch

A render of what appears to be Google's Pixel Watch leaked online just weeks before Google's I/O developer conference.
Nearby Share in action on Android.

Google readies Nearby Share upgrade to catch up with AirDrop

Google is preparing a self-share mode for Nearby Share that lets users transfer files between two devices using the same account without having to approve it.
A digital depiction of a laptop being hacked by a hacker.

Experts found a record number of zero-day hacks in 2021

Google has published the 2021 review of Project Zero, revealing a record number of zero-day exploits exhibited by some of the largest technology companies.
The iPhone 13 Pro and Galaxy S21 Ultra held in hand.

Google’s newest app makes it easier to switch to Android

Google is finally making its Switch to Android app available in the App Store after a soft launch.
Close up of a Google Pixel Watch face on a black background.

Google Store redesign indicates imminent Pixel Watch announcement

The online Google Store's most recent redesign seems to suggest that the Pixel Watch is coming soon based on the way it's changed its wording.
google launches pixel arena in nba app for the playoffs

Google launches Pixel Arena in NBA app for the playoffs

Google has launched the Pixel Arena, an AR experience built for fans inside the NBA app — just in time for the NBA Playoffs.
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Hey Google, make up your mind

Google has been going back and forth with many of its products and it's time for the company to make up its mind.