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Amazon spills the beans on the Google Pixel Tablet

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 08 May 2023 08:14:00 +0000

Alongside the Pixel Fold, Google is rumored to announce the Pixel Tablet and the Pixel 7a at I/O 2023 later this week. The Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a have been extensively detailed in leaks, revealing their specifications and rumored pricing. On its part, Google has also officially showcased its first folding Pixel. The Pixel-branded tablet was the only exception so far whose specs were unclear, but even that's changing now as an Amazon Japan listing that prematurely went live has detailed everything about the device.

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Say goodbye to the best Nintendo Switch emulator for Android

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 08 May 2023 06:36:00 +0000

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Development has been halted on the popular Skyline emulator for Android.
This emulator allowed you to play Nintendo Switch games on your mobile device.
The emulator is being shut down following a legal takedown notice from Nintendo.

One of the most impressive emulators for Android in recent times is Skyline, a full-fledged Nintendo Switch emulator for the platform. Unfortunately, the developers have some bad news for us.

The Skyline team announced on Discord that they would be ceasing development of the emulator following a DMCA takedown notice from Nintendo.

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What is generative AI and how does it work?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 08 May 2023 01:36:00 +0000

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If you’ve read about the buzz surrounding chatbots like ChatGPT and image generators like Midjourney, you may have come across the term generative AI. The term is usually used to describe modern artificial intelligence systems that can mimic humans and perform complex tasks within seconds. Generative AI is particularly impressive in creative tasks like drawing and writing poetry, which computers have historically struggled with. But what has spurred the sudden explosion in generative AI and how does the technology work? Here’s everything you need to know.

What is generative AI?

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Best Samsung Galaxy S23 screen protectors in 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 07 May 2023 20:14:00 +0000

The latest addition to Samsung's flagship lineup — the Galaxy S23, alongside its Plus and Ultra counterparts — is the crème de la crème of smartphones. It's easily one of the best Android phones presently. And owning such a device means you'd be going about your day with a sleek, powerful beast that's bound to stay relevant for many years.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch 6: Everything we know (Updated: May 7)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 07 May 2023 19:36:00 +0000

Update: May 7, 2023 (2:30 PM ET): We’ve updated the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 rumor hub with new details about the upcoming One UI 5 Watch and related incoming features. Read on for all the latest information.

Original article: February 11, 2023 (2 PM ET): While the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 series may still seem like a fresh new wearable, we’re likely already halfway to the next iteration. Sure, rumors about a Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 have been sparse so far. However, there’s no doubt in our minds that the current Wear OS juggernaut has a follow-up on the way. We’ll keep track of any details we hear below so you can stay abreast of what you might expect to see on the next Galaxy Watch. Plus, it’s never too early to start dreaming up a wish list.

Will there be Galaxy Watch 6 series?

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Best Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra screen protectors in 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 07 May 2023 19:14:00 +0000

Samsung phones have had exceptional displays for as long as we can remember, but that's not surprising when you realize it also manufactures the displays in most of its rivals' phones. The Galaxy S23 Ultra is as exceptional as you'd expect, with a pin-sharp 6.8-inch 1440x3088 display that can vary its refresh rate anywhere between 1-120Hz and achieve a max brightness of 1,750 nits. Add HDR10+ certification, and you have a gorgeous AMOLED screen that deserves to be kept pristine.

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Best power banks in 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 07 May 2023 12:15:00 +0000

The best power banks make it easy to charge wherever you go, whether you need to juice up your phone or your laptop. Even the best Android phones and best Chromebooks can use a bit of battery help now and then. A portable power bank will help you get through busy work days, network tethering, hectic travel, and extended camping or festival trips. They're also great for emergencies when you need a charge, and no working AC outlet is nearby.

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10 best match-3 games on Android in 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 07 May 2023 11:15:00 +0000

There's something intangibly satisfying about match-3 games, especially ones designed for the best Android phones. A perfect example of "easy to learn, hard to master," making blocks explode in a shower of spoils is weirdly absorbing; and laid back enough to play idly while doing something else. They're ideal for smaller screens, with simple inputs and mechanics that only require small adjustments. You can get many of Android's best games on the Play Store, and AP has a roundup of the best match-3 titles to further build out the list. Get yourself the perfect game for quick and simple challenges with these incredible match-3 games.

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How to remove or add cards to your Google Wallet or Google Pay

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 07 May 2023 10:14:00 +0000

Google's digital wallet, called Google Wallet, can store transit passes, loyalty cards, and gift cards, just like its competitor Samsung Pay. It can be an adequate replacement for your physical cards, but you'll need to know how to add and remove them to use the app effectively.

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Oura Ring vs Whoop: A faceless fitness tracker face off

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 07 May 2023 07:36:00 +0000

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In a market full of flashing screens, animation, and on-device interaction, the Oura Ring and Whoop bands stand apart. Neither ecosystem features a display, but both pack a lot of tools into a wearable device. To find out which of these fitness trackers is right for you, we compare Oura Ring vs Whoop in specs, features, and more.

Oura Ring vs Whoop

Design

The most obvious similarity between Whoop bands and Oura Rings is their lack of a display. This allows for minimalist accessories that blend into users’ day-to-day without calling attention to their tracking goals. They’re also both carefully designed with jewelry cues to ensure an elegant impression. More importantly, neither will distract you during a meeting with alerts and prompts, or wake you by lighting up a dark room. On the other hand, neither offers notifications, real-time workout metrics, or even the current time.

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The best Philips Hue smart lights & bulbs for 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 06 May 2023 21:15:00 +0000

With reliable bulbs, comprehensive feature sets, and compatibility with virtually every smart home system, Philips Hue has established itself as the go-to choice among high-end smart lighting brands. More than just a standard smart light bulb, Philips Hue offers bulbs in every size, shape, and style you can imagine. However, while they're easy to use and can do great things on their own, Philips Hue bulbs require a separate Hue Bridge to use more advanced features like scenes and away-from-home control.

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WhatsApp could soon let you report spam and inappropriate messages in group chats

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 06 May 2023 19:14:00 +0000

WhatsApp has grown leaps and bounds since its inception over a decade ago. While there were a few stumbles along the way, specifically with regard to privacy, the fact remains that WhatsApp is one of the most frequently used encrypted messaging apps out there. Groups are an integral part of the WhatsApp experience, allowing participants to share texts and media with each other. Admins play the role of keeping things in order in addition to moderating content, and the task is infinitely harder when the size of the group exceeds 100 or more participants. An upcoming WhatsApp feature is looking to remedy this by allowing group members to flag a message or media, which would then be passed on to the admin for review.

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I’m never investing in Google’s smart home ecosystem again

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 06 May 2023 18:36:00 +0000

Opinion post by

Dhruv Bhutani

I believe in a future where homes are connected, smarter, and automated enough not to require switches or repetitive voice-based input. However, till we get there, I’ve been documenting my journey in creating an affordable, fully connected home and have invested a lot of money in picking up some of the best Google Home accessories. In fact, I was first in line to get a Google Home speaker when it launched as my smart home’s central hub. But I’m not going to beat around the bush here. I’m done with Google. Here’s why.

Google keeps self-sabotaging its smart home ecosystem

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Honkai: Star Rail – What are Traces and how do they work?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 May 2023 21:36:00 +0000

Honkai: Star Rail has a lot of mechanics, but most of them are things seasoned RPG players have seen before. Traces are one such example. They aren’t items, like Light Cones. Traces are basically skill trees that enhance or otherwise improve a character’s abilities or stats. There are a few types of them, and they are character-specific. We’ll talk more about Traces and what they do.

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HTC is teasing its next phone on social media, no matter how much we beg it to stop

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 May 2023 21:14:00 +0000

A couple of weeks ago, I found some time between massive, high-profile phone launches to take a trip down memory lane by revisiting the HTC One M7. The phone, which turned ten this year, is one of my favorite Android phones ever, and really helped cement the concept of what a flagship device could and should be. But, as we all know, the HTC we once loved is long gone, having sold off its phones division to Google years ago. And now, with another zombie HTC phone seemingly on the way, I'm here to beg for the company to please, please, quit while it's ~~ahead~~ behind. Please, leave well enough alone.

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The Pixel Watch 2 could launch along with the Pixel 8 series

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 May 2023 20:36:00 +0000

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The successor to the Pixel Watch could launch sooner than expected.
The next Pixel Watch is expected to roll out later this year with the Pixel 8 series.
It’s unknown if Google will retain the Pixel Watch moniker for its next watch.

It’s hard to believe it has only been seven months since the release of the Pixel Watch. Over those months, the gadget has managed to age fairly well. But just as we’ve gotten used to the gadget, it looks like another one could be coming our way soon.

The folks over at 9to5Google managed to get their hands on some new information about the successor to the Pixel Watch. According to the outlet’s source, the Pixel Watch 2 might launch later this year alongside the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. A turnaround that may be sooner than most people expected.

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Google explains why its Pixel wallpapers are for the birds

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 May 2023 20:15:00 +0000

When it comes to smartphone wallpaper, your options are most often geometric shapes and colors or maybe, if you’re lucky, some sort of landscape view or artist rendering. For the Pixel, the Google design team wanted to try something a little different, specifically something that “viewed technology through a living lens,” leading the team to focus a set of wallpaper on birds.

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Apple iPhone 15: Everything we know so far

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 May 2023 19:36:00 +0000

Update, May 5, 2023 (02:41 PM ET): This hub has been updated with the latest leaks and rumors related to reported specs and features of the iPhone 15 series.

Original article: We’ve become so accustomed to Apple’s iterative smartphone launches each year that the iPhone 14 event represented one of the most exciting in recent memory. Sure, the base model was practically identical to its predecessor, but Apple gave us a Plus instead of a Mini, and the Pro devices introduced a brand-new punch hole display.

The instantly memeable Dynamic Island (Apple’s fancy name for the screen cutout and its corresponding software enhancements) is the biggest shakeup to the iPhone design in years. In many ways, it made up for a lack of innovation elsewhere in Apple’s flagship phone lineup, with plenty of consumers deciding there was no need to upgrade just yet. Will 2023’s iPhone 15 series offer more than just superficial improvements and convince more people to make the jump? Let’s find out.

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Garmin Forerunner 965 review: AMOLED excellence

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 May 2023 18:36:00 +0000

Garmin has never been one for annual updates. Or iterative ones, for that matter. It waited three years between launching the Forerunner 945 and the 955, taking time to refine its sensors and improve its battery life. Now, it’s speeding things up a bit. Just nine months after the arrival of the Forerunner 955, its successor arrived. The Garmin Forerunner 965 hopes to cement the series’ place among the best smartwatches for runners with a vibrant AMOLED display and some premium new materials. Find out more in our Garmin Forerunner 965 review.

Garmin Forerunner 965

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$599.99 at Garmin

About this Garmin Forerunner 965 review: I tested the Garmin Forerunner 965 over a period of three weeks. It was running on software version 3.58 for the duration of my testing. The unit was provided by Garmin for this review.

Garmin Forerunner 965 review: What you need to know

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Google Pixel Buds Pro vs. Pixel Buds (2020): Should you upgrade?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 May 2023 21:14:00 +0000

Google has been trying to come up with something to compete with the best wireless earbuds for a while now. Their original offerings are best left in the past. But, their current offerings, consisting of the Google Pixel Buds Pro and the budget-oriented Google Pixel Buds A-Series, are worth consideration, especially for Pixel phone users. We’ve already compared those two if you’re trying to pick between them.

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The 12 best Peacock original series you can stream in 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 May 2023 20:36:00 +0000

Credit: Peacock

NBCUniversal’s streamer Peacock is still a relatively new player in the streaming game. But it’s put out some good original content already, with original shows punching above their weight every week. With lots of streaming services to wade through, we thought we’d make it easy for you by pointing you to the best Peacock original series you can watch now.

Original content has become one of the best ways for streaming services to stand out in the pack. Licensed titles come and go, and they might be available in a competitor’s library. But original series and movies are something you can build a brand around, like Netflix’s The Crown, or Disney Plus’ The Mandalorian.

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Android 13 QPR3 Beta 3.1 is here with plenty of bug fixes for Pixel phones

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 May 2023 20:15:00 +0000

Google's update schedule has gotten pretty hectic in recent weeks. The May security update was just seeded, and meanwhile, the company is running two simultaneous beta programs to test both Android 14 and the June 2023 Pixel Feature Drop. The latter is in development as Android 13 QPR3, and Google has just released a Beta 3.1 update for this version.

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The 22 best Apple TV Plus shows you should be watching in 2023

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 May 2023 19:36:00 +0000

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Apple TV Plus shows started immediately with the streaming service’s launch in November 2019, joining the fray among other Netflix alternatives. Since then, we have seen a small but steady trickle of new series debut on the service, and now there’s enough content to dive deep into its selections. So, which are the best Apple TV Plus shows? Good question, and one we aim to explore here.

As you will see, the original Apple TV Plus series already have a variety of content, from children’s shows to more mature series for older members of your household.

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Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i vs. Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go: Which laptop is right for you?

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 May 2023 19:15:00 +0000

Lenovo's Chromebook Flex 5i is one of the best Chromebooks on the market today thanks to its versatile convertible build, snappy performance, and seriously competitive pricing. The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Go is another great option, especially if you're shopping for one of the best cheap Chromebooks out there. It's compact and mobile, it comes with optional 4G LTE connectivity for staying in touch even outside of Wi-Fi range, and it's also very much on the affordable side of the laptop market. These Chromebooks share some similarities, but they're designed for different users. We compare them to help you make the right decision when it comes time to buy.

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Roborock S8 Pro Ultra review: The ultimate hands-free robot vacuum cleaner

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 May 2023 18:36:00 +0000

The entire point of buying a robot vacuum is that you don’t have to clean anything yourself. But the vast majority of robot vacuums still require a lot of human interaction. All-in-one robot vacuums up the ante with auto-emptying dustbins, water tanks that empty and refill themselves, and auto-cleaning mop cloths. The new Roborock S8 Pro Ultra adds a self-drying mop, so you barely touch it at all. I’ve owned every generation of robot vacuum Roborock has put out since the S4 but this is easily the one I was most excited about adding to my smart home. Find out why in our Roborock S8 Pro Ultra review.

Roborock S8 Pro Ultra

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