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Android, Operating System

Android 14 Beta 2.1 released to kill bugs; what those on the QPR3 Beta must do

May 25, 2023

Via: PhoneArena

Google has released Android 14 Beta 2.1 to kill off some of the bugs that have been impacting users. Sometime next month we expect Android 14 Beta 3 to be released and at that time the software is expected to […]


Android, Operating System

Google I/O and the curious case of the missing Android version

May 16, 2023

Via: Computerworld

With Google’s I/O announcement expo now firmly in the rearview mirror, it’s time for us to enter the inevitable next phase of any tech-tinted revelation — and that’s the careful contemplation of everything we’ve just experienced. It’s my favorite phase […]


News and Press

The most significant Google Pixel news no one’s noticing

May 12, 2023

Via: Computerworld

The company’s annual I/O event was exceptionally overflowing with huge news on Wednesday — ranging from a slew of incoming Android features around Android 14 to all the artificial intelligence insanity and, of course, the trio (yes, trio!) of shiny […]


Android Phone, Products

Google Pixel 7a review: Best Android phone on a budget

May 10, 2023

Via: BGR

The lower-cost Pixel A phones have always been arguably more interesting than their flagship counterparts, thanks to their offering of great performance and incredible camera features at a much lower price. The Pixel 6a was a great example of that, […]


iPhone, Products

iPhone market share climbed in Q1 as Android users switched to Apple

May 10, 2023

Via: BGR

The US smartphone market has declined 17% YoY in Q1 2023 due to inventory correction and weak consumer demand. On the other hand, the iPhone has increased its market share to 53% in Q1 2023 from 49% in Q1 2022, […]


Android Phone, Products

Poco F5 review: A compelling midrange option

May 9, 2023

Via: BGR

Xiaomi and Xiaomi-related brands have been on a roll this year. The company’s flagship phones have been pushing the boundaries in mobile hardware, offering among the best camera performance while retaining an excellent level of performance. Their flagships are pretty […]


Products, Tablets

Google Pixel Tablet leaked on Amazon, and it might be just what Android users need

May 8, 2023

Via: BGR

You have plenty of options right now if you’re an Android user looking for a decent Android tablet. Whether it’s a basic Amazon Kindle Fire, an affordable OnePlus Pad high-end tablet, or a Galaxy Tab S flagship from Samsung. But […]


App security, Applications

How to use Google passkeys for stronger security on Android

May 4, 2023

Via: ComputerWorld

Still signing into your Google account by tapping out an actual password? That’s, like, so 2022. Now, don’t get me wrong: The tried-and-true password is perfectly fine, especially if you’re using it in conjunction with two-factor authentication. But particularly for […]


Android Phone, Products

Businesses, beware: The Motorola ThinkPhone comes with a major caveat

May 2, 2023

Via: ComputerWorld

Let me just preface this by saying: No, the saga we’re about to dive into isn’t in any way related to April Fools’ — as far as I can tell, anyway. After all, we’re at the start of May. And […]


Android, Operating System

7 handy hidden Android features you probably forget to use

April 26, 2023

Via: ComputerWorld

With every new Android version comes a flurry of fancy fresh features. Some of them immediately transform the way we work, while others just quietly fade away without making much noise. And then there are the features that fall somewhere […]


App security, Applications

Google Authenticator now syncs 2FA with your Google Account, gets new icon 

April 24, 2023

Via: 9to5Mac

Google is finally addressing a big gap of its 2FA (two-factor authentication) code app by adding sync capabilities, with Google Authenticator also getting a new icon on Android and iOS today. This will make “one time codes more durable by […]


App Review, Applications

10 powerful tricks for your Google Pixel Calculator app

April 21, 2023

Via: ComputerWorld

As any self-respecting geek knows, calculators have long sported all sorts of spiffy hidden tricks. From the .7734 “HELLO” hack that delighted us all in grade school to the more advanced graphic calculator goodness of our teenage years, these fancy-schmancy […]


Gadgets, Products

You can use Pixel Watch to track your heart rate with your Peloton workout equipment now

April 20, 2023

Via: ZDnet

Earlier this month, Samsung and Peloton announced an update to the Peloton app for the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 that would allow the smartwatch to connect to your Peloton workout equipment and track your heart rate. At […]


News and Press

7 Google products to expect in 2023: Pixel Fold, Pixel 7a, and more

April 18, 2023

Via: ZDnet

The clock is ticking for what is arguably Google’s most significant launch event of 2023, Google I/O on May 10. As has often been the case with the company’s spring keynote, Google is expected to unveil a fair share of […]


Editorial

Samsung S23 Ultra vs. iPhone 14 Pro Max vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Display, Storage, Camera, Pricing, and More

April 16, 2023

Via: Lilian Cooper

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra was a massive success among consumers and exceeded the tech giant’s sales expectations. Since the S23 series release, the Ultra model is responsible for 60% of the sales in the US. However, while the S23 […]


App Review, Applications

Microsoft’s SwiftKey brings Bing AI smarts to any iPhone or Android app

April 13, 2023

Via: 9to5Mac

Microsoft is out with its latest generative AI integration today. The company’s SwiftKey keyboard for iOS and Android now features GPT AI smarts which means you can seamlessly use it across any app on iPhone and Android smartphones that work […]


Operating System, Others

Android, ChromeOS, and Google’s cloudy vision for a connected future

April 12, 2023

Via: ComputerWorld

Riddle me this, my fellow tech-contemplating primate: What exactly is ChromeOS? It’s a simple-seeming question that’s deceptively difficult to answer. If there’s been one near-constant with Google’s ChromeOS operating system since its launch nearly 12 years ago, it’s the platform’s […]


Android, Operating System

Android can now auto-archive all of the apps you never use

April 11, 2023

Via: BGR

If you happen to find yourself using an Android phone in 2023 that doesn’t have enough storage space, Google has a feature that might be able to help you out. In a blog post, the company announced a new feature […]


Android, Operating System

2 advanced tools that’ll change how you interact with Android apps

March 31, 2023

Via: ComputerWorld

Android apps are essentially tools for your phone — right? From productivity to privacy and everything in between, having the right set of apps on your phone can make all the difference in the world when it comes to getting […]


Android Phone, Products

Samsung turned my iPhone into a Galaxy S23 and it was pure nightmare fuel

March 31, 2023

Via: BGR

In its latest attempt to lure iPhone users into switching to the Galaxy side, Samsung wants Apple users to try out the new Galaxy S23 series right from their iPhones. According to 9to5Google, Samsung created a Try Galaxy website where […]