Phandroid: June 2017

Friday, June 30, 2017

We’ve got the Moto Z2 Play and new Moto Mods! [Q&A]

We've got the Moto Z2 Play and a handful of new Moto Mods for 2017. Check out our unboxing and hands-on where we'll be answering any burning questions you may have about the phone or Mods.

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Listen to the Jay-Z 4:44 Album without TIDAL X Sprint

Can't listen to Jay-Z 4:44 with Tidal? Here is how you can... without TIDAL X Sprint.

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Fitbit’s woes continue as it looks to release its new smartwatch

A new report claims that Fitbit is still struggling to develop its first true smartwatch, while losing key members of the development team.

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Get a $200 gift card for buying an unlocked Galaxy S8 from Best Buy

If you're looking to get an unlocked Samsung Galaxy S8, you may want to jump on this deal from Best Buy. Starting today, if you purchase the unlocked version of the Galaxy S8, you'll receive a $200 gift card.

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Top 5 Android Apps of the Week (June 30, 2017)

Every week, hundreds of Android apps and games are submitted to the Play Store. If you're not paying attention 24/7, it's easy to miss some of the best stuff.

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LG V30 may get wireless charging

It looks like the LG V30 may follow in the footsteps of the LG G6 with wireless charging capabilities of its own.

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Get $10 free to spend on Prime Day when you stream Prime Video

Amazon is offering all Prime members a free $10 credit if you stream any Free with Prime movie or TV show before the big day. Here's how to redeem that credit.

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Samsung is looking to give you more storage with the Galaxy Note 8

A new rumor seemingly confirms that the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 will feature 64GB of base storage, with an option to upgrade to 128GB.

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OnePlus says the “jelly” scrolling effect on OnePlus 5 is “natural”

The phone itself has been well received and mostly praised in reviews. That's not to say the phone doesn't have its own issues. One thing that people have been complaining about is a "jelly" effect when scrolling.

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Thursday, June 29, 2017

Buy the Moto Z2 Play from Best Buy and get $50-off and a free JBL SoundBoost 2 Mod

Best Buy is offering a fantastic deal on the higher-end Moto Z2 Play (64GB storage/4GB RAM). They're giving you $50 off the price and a free JBL SoundBoost 2 Moto Mod, which is a crazy good value.

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This Game Boy adapter lets you play physical carts on your Android phone

The Hyperkin Smart Boy is an adapter that lets you play physical cartridges with physical controls using your smartphone screen.

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It turns out the LG V30 may not feature a secondary display after all

A new rumor claims that the LG V30 will not feature a secondary display, but also confirms that the LG is switching to OLED for its display panels.

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You can finally use Google Home as a Bluetooth speaker

Google Home is a speaker, but it hasn't acted like a typical Bluetooth speaker. To play music on Home you have to cast it to the device. That is finally getting fixed.

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20+ Best Android Apps [July 2017]

A lot of apps are released in the span of one month. It can be near impossible to keep track of them all. In order to help you find only the best apps that have been released in the last month, we have assembled this list.

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Project Fi will offer a new, affordable, mid-range Android device later this year

Project Fi's Twitter account publicly tweeted that they have plans to offer a mid-tier device later this year. Could it be a mid-range Pixel 2?

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Can the Galaxy Tab S3 replace your everyday computing needs?

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 looks to take on Apple's iPad head-on, but we look at the tablet to see if you can really replace your everyday computer for various tasks.

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Google wants to show you ads in VR

Google is an ad company, folks, and everything they do is about figuring out how to best serve you those ads. Yes, that includes while you're immersed in VR.

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Amazon offering 50% off its Prime exclusive phones on Prime Day

Prime Day is July 11th this year, with Amazon offering up to 50% off their Prime exclusive phones alongside other services.

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Google’s first-ever storewide Play Store sale is now underway!

To celebrate the Summer of 2017, Google is doing something it never has before. Starting today, there is a storewide sale in the Play Store for everything from apps to books to movie rentals.

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The Moto Z2 Play is now available from Verizon for $408

After being announced in the beginning of the month, you can now buy the Moto Z2 Play from Verizon for either $408 outright, or for $17 per month for 24 months.

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Case manufacturer leaks a render of the Galaxy Note 8

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has been leaked several times in the last couple of weeks. We're starting to get a pretty good idea of what the phone looks like, but we'll never say no to more leaks.

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Wednesday, June 28, 2017

The non-waterproof OnePlus 5 undergoes full water submersion, does it survive? [VIDEO]

In another round of stress test videos, the non-waterproof OnePlus 5 undergoes full water submersion for 1 full minute. Find out if it still works in the post.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Google+ turns 6 years old today

After launching six years ago, Google's social media network, Google+ is now celebrating its 6th birthday.

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We’ve got the Amazon Echo Show! [Q&A]

The Echo Show showed up on our doorstep today and we quickly unboxed it and set it up for the firs time. Now we want to hear from you!

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Samsung may have introduced the dual camera sensor that’ll be in the Galaxy Note 8

Rumors say Samsung's dual camera system will debut inside the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. Alleged CAD renders show as much, even. And, right on time, Samsung has announced that they're introducing dual camera sensors.

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Samsung says new TouchWiz Home update for the Galaxy S8 improves lag, actually does nothing

Samsung is updating their TouchWiz Home launcher with a new update they say will fix lag. The problem? We're not seeing any sort of improvement.

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Get the latest Samsung Gear 360 camera for only $199

Amazon is offering the newest Gear 360 camera for $30 off the usual price, bringing it down to just $199.

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ASUS could launch as many as six ZenFone 4 devices

After much speculation, a new leak reveals that ASUS is currently working on six new devices that fall under the ASUS ZenFone 4 lineup.

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Qualcomm’s under-display fingerprint sensors will be ready next year

Qualcomm announced today that they will have under-display fingerprint scanner technology ready for the Summer of 2018. Their scanners will be capable of working under displays, metal, and glass.

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Google’s next Chromebook could have Google Assistant inside

New code commits for development on a Chromebook codenamed "Eve" reveal some interesting developments that could give us a glimpse into Google's plans.

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Tuesday, June 27, 2017

OnePlus 5 receives another software update with bug fixes, says 4K EIS video is on the way

The OnePlus 5 is receiving its second update in a week since launch. The update brings a handful of big fixes, with word that 4K EIS is already in the works for a future update.

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Amazon announces 5 more Prime exclusive phones

Amazon has five new phones added to its exclusive Prime Phone line-up, including the Nokia 6, Moto E4, and a trio of Alcatel phones including the Alcatel Idol 5S.

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HTC U11 Battery Life Review: It’s great and blows the Galaxy S8 out of the water

We've been spending the last few weeks with the HTC U11 as our daily driver. During that time, we've gotten well acquainted with the phone and have a really good idea what to expect from the battery life. Spoiler: it's really good. Check out our review for more.

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Check your inbox: Amazon Echo Show now shipping

The Amazon Echo Show - a tabletop assistant just like the original Echo but now with a display screen - has started shipping.

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How I work: What’s on my LG G6

When it comes to the devices Phandroid covers, it's not often that we share what is being used on our personal devices. So today, I give everyone a look at what's on my LG G6.

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Android O will come to the OnePlus 3 and 3T by the end of 2017

During yesterday's AMA on Reddit, someone asked if the OnePlus 3 and 3T would be updated to Android, and the company responded by stating it would arrive by the end of the year.

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DEAL: Pick up the unlocked LG G6, now only $550

You can now pick up the unlocked LG G6 for only $550 on Amazon. Not a bad deal for such a well rounded Android device.

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Google Photos gets new sharing UI and Shared Library

Google Photos is getting a couple of new features this week, including some stuff they talked about at Google I/O this year. They've updated the sharing functionality and they pushed out the Shared Library feature.

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Virgin Mobile’s iPhone plan is everything that’s wrong with U.S. carriers

Virgin Mobile made waves by announcing their plans to sell nothing but iPhones. The whole situation seems so crazy. A carrier telling you what phones you can buy. But the truth is major carriers already do this in more subtle ways and it sucks.

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EU fines Google $2.7 billion for anti-competitive shopping results

The European Commission has fined Google as whopping $2.7 billion for its anti-competitive practices in promoting its own shopping comparison over that of rivals in search results.

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Google Play Music crashing for you after its latest update? Here’s an easy fix

Oh no. It looks like yet another Google Play Music update has introduced yet another bug that makes it unusable. Here's a workaround for those affected by it.

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Honor unveils the Honor Band 3 and new Bluetooth headphones

In addition to announcing the Honor 9, the company also unveiled a new lineup of accessories including the Honor Band 9 fitness tracker.

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Honor 9 officially announced with dual cameras for $485

The next phone from Huawei's Honor brand has been officially announced. The Honor 9 was shown off at an event in Germany today. Like the Honor 8, the Honor 9 continues the trend of premium aluminum and glass design.

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Galaxy Note 8 renders show a dual-rear camera and S-Pen

We've been waiting for some legit-looking Galaxy Note 8 renders to surface, and OnLeaks seems to have delivered the first taste.

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Monday, June 26, 2017

The wait is over: You can now buy the OnePlus 5

After being announced last week, the OnePlus 5 is officially available for everyone to purchase with pricing for the device starting at $479 for the 6GB/64GB variant.

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Essential Phone passes through the FCC, launch imminent?

The Essential Phone just passed through the FCC, which could mean the phone's official launch could be imminent.

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Google Home is 6 times better at search than Amazon Alexa

Researchers asked both Google Home and Amazon Alexa a series of 3,000 questions to determine who is best at information. Unsurprisingly, Google Home came out on top.

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We could see a touch-sensitive backplate in a future Pixel device

A new patent from Google has been uncovered which suggests that we could see some drastic changes made to the Pixel lineup.

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[Download] Lawnchair gives you the Pixel Launcher with customizable options and Google Now

A new modified Pixel Launcher has been released which includes access to Google Now, as well as a slew of customizable options.

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Google Home is finally available in Canada

If you don't live in Canada, you may be surprised to learn that Google Home has not been available for our northern neighbors. Starting today, Google Home is finally available in Canada.

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Silicon Valley’s ‘Not Hotdog’ app is now officially available on Android

For anyone following the startup tech scene, Silicon Valley is by far one of HBO's best comedy shows dealing with "tech culture" in the California. Fans of the show are being greeted with a new app from developer "SeeFood Technologies Inc." who has published an app titled "Not Hotdog" in the Google Play Store. The ...

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How to turn your Android phone into a dash cam

A dash cam is a camera that sits on the dashboard of your car and constantly records video. Since every Android phone has a camera, you already have a dash cam just waiting to be set up.

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Google Talk users are officially being forced to Hangouts today

Remember Google Talk? It was also known as GChat back in the day. Well, it's officially dead.

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The Nokia 6 is headed to the US next month for $229

HMD Global has announced the mid-range Nokia 6 will be headed to the US next month via Amazon. It will retail for $229 and runs stock Android with no bloatware to deal with.

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The Moto X4 is rumored to be delayed due to supply shortages

A new rumor claims that the Moto X4 won't be announced on June 30th due to supply issues regarding the Snapdragon 660 processor from Qualcomm.

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Samsung overtakes Fitbit as #2 in the wearable market

Fitbit has been one of the largest wearable makers, launching their first device back in 2009. Samsung hasn't been doing it as long, but they just passed Fitbit in market share.

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Deal: Amazon Echo takes $50 off the Amazon Echo, bringing it right in line with Google Home

Amazon's latest deal for the Amazon Echo is great. At $130, this $50 discount is perhaps the best we've seen since launch.

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Saturday, June 24, 2017

New Pixel 2 leaks give us an idea of what to expect

A new series of leaks give us an idea of what the specs for the Pixel 2 lineup will bring, along with some design cues.

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Friday, June 23, 2017

Instagram is testing a new feature called Favorites, let’s you post to a select group of people

Instagram is testing a new Favorites feature inside the app that will let users share posts and stories only to a specific group of friends.

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LG V30 said to support wireless charging thanks to glass back

A new rumor suggests the LG V30 might feature a glass back in order to support wireless charging.

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HTC U11 vs Galaxy S8 vs Pixel vs iPhone 7 [CAMERA TEST]

The HTC U11 is said to have one of the best cameras on the market. We decided to put that to the test, pitting the phone against the Samsung Galaxy S8, Google Pixel, and the iPhone 7.

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This $70 Bluetooth speaker from Archeer is the best I’ve used in years

The Archeer 25W Bluetooth Speaker is one of the best options regardless of price, as it offers great sound and a great design which is perfect for almost any situation.

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The Galaxy Note 8 could have smaller bezels than the Galaxy S8

Previous leaks showed slim bezels, like on the Galaxy S8. But this seems to suggest the bezels could be even smaller.

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Top 5 Android Apps of the Week (June 23, 2017)

HTC shows off new squeezable Edge Sense features coming soon to the HTC U11

HTC is expanding functionality of the Edge Sense feature on the HTC U11. Today they showed off some new abilities that are coming in a future update to the app.

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The OnePlus 5 in Gold could be coming soon

A new TENAA filing shows that the OnePlus 5 may be released with a new Gold color option, although there's no timetable as to when this would happen.

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Galaxy Note 8 said to launch in late September, priced over $900

A new report suggests the Galaxy Note 8 will launch in late September and could retail for over $900. The phone will be Samsung's first with a dual camera setup on the back.

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YouTube TV launches in 10 new markets

YouTube has announced that their TV service is now available in 10 new markets, including Dallas, Washington DC, Atlanta, and more.

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Google announces a new line of cameras for 180 degree 3D video

Google's Daydream VR division and YouTube have teamed up to announced VR180, a new more limited VR format for videos. VR180 videos are meant to be easier to create and easier to watch in high definition.

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OnePlus confirms it alters benchmark tests, but doesn’t overclock the CPU

OnePlus has responded to recent criticism regarding benchmark tests and confirms that the software is slightly altered to perform higher, but states that the OnePlus 5 is not overclocked during these tests.

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Thursday, June 22, 2017

It’s official: Here are the 56 new emoji coming soon to your Android device

Emoji 5.0 is now official which means we have the final list of 56 new emoji coming soon to your Android device. Now we just have to play the waiting game...

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Niantic just gave a big middle finger to Pokémon GO cheaters by rendering illegally caught Pokémon useless

Niantic is making yet another effort to curb cheating in Pokemon GO, this time by blacklisting illegally caught Pokemon from being placed inside gyms. It's about freaking time.

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OnePlus 5 only has 1.6x optical zoom, not the claimed 2x

According to a user on Reddit, the OnePlus 5's 2x Optical Zoom is not quite what they said. Carl Pei clarified that the optical zoom is only 1.6x. The remaining 0.4x is from the SmartCapture software.

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Android 8.0 could be named Oatmeal Cookies

Android 8.0 Oreo has always been a longshot for the name of the next major version of Android. But what about Android 8.0: Oatmeal Cookie? It seems that could be Google's plan.

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How to turn your old Android phone into a standalone music player

If you're a die-hard music lover and audiophile, we have another idea to put that old phone to good use. Use it as an offline music player!

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Nova’s Google Companion app now supports Android Lollipop

Android Lollipop users can now access the Google Now panel through Nova Launcher after the Nova Google Companion application was recently updated.

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10 Ways to make your old Android phone look and feel completely new

Join us as we talk about some simple things you can do to make your Android phone feel like new!

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Flagship phones are lagging behind on the battery life race [OPINION]

Flagship smartphone battery life has been stagnating since 2013. We take a look at the mAh capacity of major flagships and the step backwards some of them are taking.

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Virgin’s plan to sell nothing but iPhones is crazy, but will it work?

Virgin Mobile has announced a pretty bold (or crazy, depending on how you look at it) change in their business model: they want to sell nothing but iPhones.

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OnePlus is cheating benchmarks again

OnePlus has a history of cheating on benchmarks, and despite saying specs aren't important, they're doing it again on the OnePlus 5. They were caught doing it with the OnePlus 3T, but apparently, they didn't learn their lesson.

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New press render shows a familiar design for the Moto G5S Plus

A new render of the Moto G5S Plus has been leaked which shows off a similar design, while also confirming the device to feature a dual camera setup.

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Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Google Glass updated to version XE23, brings support for Bluetooth input devices

Google Glass receives software update XE23 -- 3 years after its last update. The new firmware introduces pairing with Bluetooth input devices, so you can type using a physical keyboard.

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The Pixel 2 may have been referenced in the HTC U11 system files

HTC made the hardware for Google, but HTC also has a shiny new phone of their own. A Japanese website discovered what could be references to the Pixel 2 in the HTC U11 system files.

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IFA 2017 could be where LG unveils the LG V30

A new report claims that the LG V30 will be unveiled at IFA 2017, which follows previous reports and rumors. The report also suggests a price tag of around $700 for the device.

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How to take an awesome time lapse with your Android phone

A time lapse is basically just a long video sped up into a shorter video, but that's not the way you should do it. Time lapse apps will record short clips in intervals and stitch them together.

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Bixby Voice Beta begins rolling out in the US

Folks who signed up for the Bixby Voice beta should be on the lookout for an update to hit their phone starting today.

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Snapchat’s new ‘Snap Map’ feature lets you zoom out to see friends on a map

Snapchat has released a new feature called 'Snap Map' which lets you look at different Snaps from various places across the globe.

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Download the gorgeous OnePlus 5 wallpapers in 4K

Like the look of the official OnePlus 5 wallpapers from yesterday's presentation? The artist has made them available for free on his website in 2K and 4K.

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Amazon Echo wants to help you know when someone’s trying to reach you

A new update is coming to the Amazon Echo family which will change the LED color whenever receiving a phone call or text message.

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Nokia launches a slew of new smart health products

The first device is a WiFi scale called Nokia Body (formerly Withings Body). The scale tracks only your weight. The next device is the Nokia BPM+. This is a portable blood pressure monitor.

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ASUS ZenFone AR update adds Android Pay and moves a lot of apps to Google Play

ASUS is issuing a pretty big update for the ZenFone AR.

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Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Firefox Focus is a minimal Android browser built around privacy and ad blocking

If you're looking to browse the web privately, Firefox Focus is the perfect way to block ads and trackers. At only 5MB, it's light and incredibly fast.

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Google is officially killing off Android Market support for devices still running Android 2.1 Eclair

Google announced today that they're officially killing off Android Market support for any devices still running Android 2.1 Eclair.

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HTC U11 camera samples and review [GALLERY]

We've been playing around with the HTC U11, putting the camera's 12MP sensor through its paces. Is it really the best smartphone shooter to date? See and judge for yourself.

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Twitter can now automatically switch to Night Mode at sunset

Twitter eventually rolled out "Night Mode," but the sunset feature wasn't included. Until now. The feature has been in testing since April, but now it's available for beta users.

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Find a job with Google’s new job search tool starting today

Google has announced that Google for Jobs is now available for job seekers.

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Project Fi’s ‘group repay’ makes it easier to pay your portion of the bill

Google and Project Fi have introduced a new feature called Group Repay which makes it easier for account owners to request money from others on the plan.

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OnePlus 5 vs OnePlus 3T: Worth upgrading?

OnePlus jumped from 3 to 5, so does that mean this is a major upgrade? Did OnePlus do enough to get people to upgrade to the OnePlus 5?

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Are you buying the OnePlus 5? [POLL]

After hearing the initial OnePlus sales pitch for the OnePlus 5, it's time to start thinking about your future purchase decisions. Are you going to buy a OnePlus 5?

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Samsung’s marketing underwent big changes after Note 7 disaster

Samsung's US marketing officer says his department had an uphill battle after the Galaxy Note 7 battery scandal rocked the company late last year.

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Here’s the Early Drop code for the OnePlus 5

The OnePlus 5 will be available in just a week's time for anyone willing and able to throw their dollars over to the Shenzhen company, but you can buy it a full week earlier if you know the Early Drop code.

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OnePlus 5 vs Best Alternatives [SPECS]

The OnePlus 5 is the latest attempt to woo Android die-hards and regular consumers. As per usual, we like to compare new devices to the competition. For the OP5, that's the HTC U11, Samsung Galaxy S8, LG G6, and Pixel.

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OnePlus 5 Specs

With the OnePlus 5's grand debut, you're probably curious about everything packed inside that makes it go.

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OnePlus 5 is Official: Here’s Everything You Need to Know

OnePlus 5 is here! We've been waiting for this launch for months now, and we finally get full details on the flagship killer's latest work.

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The Galaxy Note 8 could be unveiled earlier than expected

A recent report suggested that the Galaxy Note 8 would be announced at IFA 2017 in Berlin. However, a new rumor claims Samsung will be throwing a standalone event for the device.

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Armani is the latest fashion brand to bring an Android Wear smartwatch

With Google making it easier than ever for OEMs to make Android Wear smartwatches, many fashion companies are eager to offer these new-aged wearables. Add Emporio Armani to that list.

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The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is finally available in the US

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is finally available for purchase in the US from either Best Buy or Amazon for about $800.

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Monday, June 19, 2017

Get a free Google Home when you buy a Pixel, official silicone cases now 50% off

You can score a free Google Home when you buy a Google XL from the Google Store, or either model from Project Fi. If you're interested in the official silicone case, it's now 50% off as well.

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Could Sony be the next manufacturer to use 18:9 displays?

JDI has announced a new 18:9 aspect display for use in mobile devices. Sony often uses JDI displays in their Xperia phones, perhaps an 18:9 Xperia device is on the way?

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LG announces the LG G6+ and a big update for current G6 owners

The G6+ has 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The RAM boost should help performance, even with the Snapdragon 821. Other than that, this is the same LG G6 we reviewed a couple of months ago.

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Full details on Pokémon GO’s completely revamped Gym system and Raid Battles

Pokemon GO is undergoing some changes and it could be the biggest we've seen since the game first hit mobile devices almost a year ago. Say hello to a completely revamped gym system and new Raid Battles for co-op play with up to 20 people.

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OnePlus 5 and its various style covers leaks one last time ahead of tomorrow’s announcement

Unless you've been living under a rock, you probably know the OnePlus 5 is being announced tomorrow, but some folks just can't help but to dish out last minute leaks before all their fun is spoiled.

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The HTC U11 in Solar Red will be available for pre-order tonight

HTC has announced that the HTC U11 will be made available in a new Solar Red color option and pre-orders for that device go live at midnight tonight.

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Here’s how to watch the OnePlus 5 unveiling live tomorrow

Excited about the OnePlus 5 reveal that's coming tomorrow? Here's where to watch and everything to expect from the big reveal.

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A new rumor claims the Galaxy Note 8 won’t have a front fingerprint scanner

According to the latest rumors, Samsung has decided against embedding the fingerprint scanner in the display of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. The problem has to do with screen brightness with the integrated sensor.

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Essential Phone is using a gyro-based EIS system like the Pixel

Essential shared many details about their phone already, but they left out one bit that might interest you.

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The HTC U11 is now officially available in India for less than the U Ultra

The HTC U11 has officially launched in India, but interestingly features a price which is lower than the lesser-specced HTC U Ultra which launched earlier this year.

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Friday, June 16, 2017

Stock up on these USB Type C cables: 6-pack only $12 w/ coupon code [DEALS]

Stock on some Type C charging cables with this great deal on Amazon. 6 cables only $12 after coupon code.

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Top 5 Android Apps of the Week (June 16, 2017)

Deal: Get the LG G6 for $120 at Best Buy if you’re a new Sprint customer

Best Buy has a killer deal on the LG G6 if you're a new customer to Sprint. New customers can get the G6 from Best Buy for only $120.

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The Essential Phone appears in the wild, showing off notifications [VIDEO]

A new video has surfaced which shows off the unreleased Essential Phone being used in the wild. From the video, you can see that the device receives notifications similarly to what is found on Android Nougat.

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Samsung opens Bixby Early Access Program in the US

Samsung looks to be needing some help testing out their forthcoming Bixby Voice features for the US market.

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7 Things the Pixel 2 needs to be the best phone ever

The original Pixel was great, but for the Pixel 2 things should only get better. We're already thinking about some changes we feel could make the sequel a phone that's simply too good to pass up.

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T-Mobile offering BOGO deal on Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, LG G6, and LG V20 for Father’s Day

T-Mobile is offering several phones in a BOGO deal for Father's Day including the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, LG G6, and the LG V20.

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35 Perfect Father’s Day Gifts for Last Minute Shoppers

Father's Day 2017 is rapidly approaching and we have compiled a list of some of the best tech products that you can get for Dad while saving yourself a few bucks in the process.

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New front panel leak shows off Infinity Display for the Galaxy Note 8

A new series of leaks show us off the alleged front glass display panel for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8. If these are real, then the Note 8 will feature Samsung's new Infinity Display, similar to those found in the Galaxy S8.

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Photo of the alleged Xiaomi Mi 6 Plus rear panel leaks

The Xiaomi Mi 6 was launched back in April, but the Plus size version is still not official. The bigger Mi 6 has shown up once again in leaked photos.

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DEAL: Get the MindKoo Wireless Earbuds for only $34.99

If you're in the market for truly wireless earbuds, you'll want to check out this deal from Amazon.

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Google adds 16 Chromebooks to the list of those which can run Android apps

Google adds 16 Chromebooks to the list of those which can run Android apps only 3 devices were supported. Thankfully, 16 more have been added to the list.

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HTC says the HTC U11 is selling faster than the HTC 10

The HTC president has confirmed that the HTC U11 is selling better than the HTC 10 and One M9 in the same time period.

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Thursday, June 15, 2017

Amazon’s Dash Wand is the one Dash button to rule them all (and it has Alexa, too)

Amazon has announced the Dash Wand, yet another new product with Alexa inside. For $20 you get a handy little wand that can be used to help you order groceries and household essentials.

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Paragon Hits NVIDIA SHIELD: What You Need to Know

Epic Games knows a thing or two about delivering amazing gaming experiences. They're the masterminds behind hits like Gears of War and Unreal Tournament as well as the Unreal Engine, which powers some of the most visually stunning titles around. So, when the company launches a new title, it's worth paying attention to. Now, NVIDIA ...

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LG G6 warranty extended to two years after date of purchase

LG has announced it will extend the warranty of the LG G6 an additional 12 months for a total of 24 months of coverage.

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Report: The OnePlus 5 will be priced at $479 and will include 6GB RAM

A new report claims that the OnePlus 5 will come in two variants; one with 6GB of RAM and another with 8GB of RAM. Pricing for the device is claimed to start at $479.

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Google Drive will soon be able to back up your entire computer

Google Drive is already one of the leading cloud storage and backup services, but soon it will be even more powerful. Later this month, Google Drive will get a new backup feature.

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The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 might not launch with Android O

An alleged test of the Galaxy Note 8 at the HTML5Test site showss the device was running Android 7.1.1 Nougat.

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Samsung left millions of customers exposed to hacking

A new report says an abandoned app on Samsung's pre-2014 phones could have left millions exposed to a hacking attempt due to Samsung failing to re-register a domain.

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Wednesday, June 14, 2017

LG may be nearing the release of a new budget-minded device with the X Charge

The LG X Charge seems to be LG's latest budget device after it was seen passing through FCC certifications.

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Google is testing a new transparent Google Now screen

The Google Now page has been around for a while now and it has seen numerous design changes. The latest change appears to be pretty significant.

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How to activate Google Now with Nova Launcher without jumping through unnecessary hoops

With the help of the latest Nova Launcher Beta and a new companion application, it is now possible to access Google Now with Nova. Here's how you can make it happen on your favorite devices.

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DEAL: It’s hard not to buy the Nextbit Robin at $117

Amazon has the Nextbit Robin as low as $117 in their latest deal. The device usually runs for about $350 over yonder.

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New render seemingly confirms the return of the Alert Slider on the OnePlus 5

A new render not only shows off the sleek curves on the OnePlus 5, but also seemingly confirms the return of the Alert Slider on the latest OnePlus flagship.

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Instragram’s new Archive feature starts rolling out to everyone

Instagram's Archive feature is now rolling out to everyone, the company has announced.

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DEAL: Get the Jaybird X3 or Freedom Sport earbuds for just $99

Best Buy and Amazon are both offering the Jaybird Freedom and Jaybird X3 headphones for just $99, bringing you savings of $50 and $30, respectively.

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Hopefully everyone will be able to properly order the OnePlus 5 on day one

The OnePlus 5 is nearing its official launch, but whenever OnePlus releases a new device, there are always supply constraints. The company attempted to prevent these issues with its invite system in the past but has abandoned that plan after seeing even more problems created. Last night, OnePlus CEO Lui Zuotu took to Weibo to reassure ...

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The May 1st Android security patch comes to the OnePlus 3 and 3T

OnePlus has just pushed the latest OxygenOS update to the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T, after being forced to pull the previous version from being sent out.

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Bixby improvements and more come to the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus on Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T

It looks like Samsung is working with carriers to push out some new Bixby changes to the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus, as three different carriers are receiving updates with such improvements.

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Could June 27th be the date that we finally see the Moto X4?

Motorola has started sending out press invitations for an event on June 27th where the company is likely to announce yet another smartphone in its 2017 portfolio.

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PSA: Netflix may limit how many times you download any given video

Here's a little-known fact about Netflix's fairly new download feature: it has its limits.

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Sony is working on a pair of Android O phones

It looks like manufacturers are already targeting Android O for their next round of device launches.

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Qualcomm’s new chip is made for more Smart Home devices

The new chip includes support for microphones, speakers, and voice recognition, three things that make up every smart home speaker. It also includes specific support for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

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A couple of months in, are you satisfied with your Samsung Galaxy S8? [POLL]

The Samsung Galaxy S8 has been on the scene for quite some time now. Now that the dust has settled, what are you feeling about your purchase?

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A new render shows us the other side of the OnePlus 5

A new render gives us a look at the bottom of the OnePlus 5, including the charging port, speaker grille, and 3.5mm headphone jack.

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OnePlus 5 racks up 60,000 pre-registrations in China before it’s even announced

Over in their home turf of China, OnePlus already has 65,000 pre-registrations racked up.

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Tuesday, June 13, 2017

OnePlus may ditch eMMC for UFS storage in the OnePlus 5

OnePlus CEO Liu Zuohu decided it would be fun to tease that the OnePlus 5 may come with UFS 2.0 or 2.1 equipped, moving away from the previous memory standard of eMMC.

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Sprint is offering a year of unlimited service for free if you switch from Verizon

Sprint has announced a new promotion which will give those who switch from Verizon one year of unlimited data, talk, and text for free.

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The HTC U11 doesn’t perform well in a durability test [VIDEO]

Durability is a big issue as phones continue to get thinner and lighter. The HTC U11 is the latest device to be tested by infamous YouTuber JerryRigEverything.

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How to turn an old phone into a Google Home

You probably already have a device with Google Assistant (or the old Google voice search) built-in. Why not save $130 and make your own Google Home?

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Is it possible that Google “only” sold 1 million Pixel devices?

The Pixel Launcher has officially crossed 1 million downloads, leading to speculation that Google has only sold 1 million Pixel devices due to the limited download constraints for the launcher.

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Here are the first 32 Android apps and games Google thinks are amazing

Google has announced Android Excellence, the name of their new Google Play category which highlights the top Android apps and games.

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Report: The Galaxy Note 8 could make its debut at IFA 2017

A new report claims that Samsung is planning to unveil the Galaxy Note 8 at IFA 2017 in September, versus holding a separate event similar to the Galaxy Note 7s unveiling.

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New leaks show off the LeEco Le Max3 and a similar design

A new series of images have been leaked which show off the rumored LeEco Le Max3. The leaks show the device to include 6GB of RAM, 128GB storage while being powered by the Snapdragon 821.

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INSANE Deal: Sprint’s HTC 10 is just $240

The HTC 10 is down to just $240 in Sprint's latest deal. This price is for the device outright, which is pretty insane compared to the $400 or more you'd pay on, say, Amazon.

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Is Google the next company to enter the mobile processor business?

A new report confirms that Google has hired one of the lead processor architects from Apple, leading to more speculation that the company is looking to take on the likes of Apple and Samsung directly.

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LG and Samsung’s smart home products will be interoperable, and that’s a wonderful thing

Samsung and LG will have smart home products that can talk to each other later this year.

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Getting ads for games on your Galaxy S8? Here’s how to fix it

Some users are reporting ads for games are showing up on their Galaxy S8. Here's how to disable the setting so you stop receiving these ads.

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We finally know the real reason Sony couldn’t bring fingerprint sensors to the US, and it’s all Apple’s fault

We've known that something was keeping Sony from using fingerprint sensors in the US, but now we know. It's all Apple's fault. Of course it's Apple's fault.

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South Park is coming to “destroy” your phone later this year

At E3 2017, Ubisoft announced a new card strategy game will be coming to mobile devices later this year, and is called South Park: Phone Destroyer.

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System UI Tuner gets its legs cut off in the latest Android O developer preview

The latest developer preview for Android O has been released and System UI Tuner has seen the removal of a few features, including picture-in-picture settings and more.

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You can now block calls and messages on Amazon Echo

Calls and messages on the Amazon Echo can now be blocked. You can manage it in your Alexa app once the update arrives.

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Dvmap is said to be Android’s 1st virus with code injection

Most of the viruses that pop up on Android are easy to avoid if you're smart. A new trojan has a capability that is more dangerous than previous viruses.

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Sony’s PlayLink app lets the whole family in on the gaming fun with their smartphones and tablets

Sony at E3 announced a new app that'll help make it easier for the whole room to join in on their phones and tablets when you play PS4.

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Google Play Music on Android Auto not working? Google knows, and here’s a workaround

Many Android Auto users have been chiming in regarding an issue that throws out an error message anytime they try to play music through Google Play Music, but Google is on the case, and here's a workaround for you in the meantime.

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Samsung Galaxy S8 Active appears on Geekbench, coming soon?

The Galaxy S8 Active has appeared on Geekbench, but still hasn't received FCC certification yet. No word from AT&T and Samsung when it'll debut.

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Monday, June 12, 2017

Samsung says they haven’t received any reports of faulty Galaxy S8 batteries since its launch

It's been exactly 52 days since the Galaxy S8 launch and according to Samsung, they haven't received a single incident report of the phone exploding during that time.

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An unknown Lenovo device passes through Geekbench

An unknown Lenovo device passed through Geekbench, sporting a MediaTek processor and 4GB of RAM, leading to speculation that this is the Moto M2.

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Skype’s Snapchat-like redesign is now available for Android

Skype 8.0 is now available in the Play Store and it's nothing like you would expect. The new UI takes a lot of cues from Snapchat, like every app seems to do these days.

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Android Nougat comes to the Galaxy Tab S2 on T-Mobile and Verizon

Verizon and T-Mobile have started rolling out the Android Nougat update to owners of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2. The update weighs in at 1GB and brings a slew of new features to the tablet.

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How to fix a broken home button on a Samsung Galaxy phone

One of the problems with physical buttons is they can break. If the home button on your Galaxy phone is busted, we've got a free, simple trick to fix it.

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Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S8 is $100 cheaper and availableq from more places in the US

To date, you've had to go through Samsung for an unlocked Galaxy S8, but if that was a problem for you for whatever reason, it's now available at other retailers.

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Samsung Galaxy S8 review

As the biggest Android manufacturer in the world, Samsung usually doesn't have much to worry about when it comes time to launch a new flagship. But this year's different. After the failed launch of the Galaxy Note 7, Samsung now has to convince the world they still have what it takes to build a quality ...

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PlayStation Video app is now available on Android TV

Sony has made its PlayStation Video app available to Android TV users, so you no longer have to access content through your console or phone.

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Google reportedly will scrap the Pixel 2 XL ‘muskie’ in favor of the Pixel 2 XL ‘taimen’

A new report claims that Google will only be shipping two Pixel 2 devices, with the base model 'walleye' and the larger 'taimen'. The third device, codenamed 'muskie' has apparently been shelved in favor of 'taimen'.

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ZTE hopes to join Samsung as a top tier manufacturer

ZTE's CEO says his company is committed to innovation and keeping consumers happy with their devices. They're currently the 8th largest smartphone manufacturer in the world and hoping to move up.

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The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is now available for pre-order at $799

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is now available for pre-order from Best Buy for $799. The device will officially launch in the US on June 19th.

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The Meizu Pro 7 may feature a game-changing secondary display

A new series of leaks gives us a look at the Meizu Pro 7 and the company's plans to include an extremely unique secondary display which is embedded into the rear of the device.

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OnePlus 5’s second camera is monochromatic, here’s a sample

Previous reports have said that the OnePlus 5's dual camera sensor would be of the monochromatic variety, and a sample posted by OnePlus CEO Carl Pei seems to confirm that.

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DEAL: Get your Dad the Moto Z for Father’s Day and save $200

To celebrate Father's Day 2017, Motorola has knocked $200 off the full retail price of the Moto Z, while also providing 2-years of Moto Care Accident Protection for free.

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Pokemon Go crosses 750 million downloads ahead of the games biggest update

Niantic Labs has shared some details of its Summer events for Pokemon Go, while also sharing the fact that the game has now passed 750 million downloads.

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Moto E4 and E4 Plus arrive for low, low prices

Just earlier we were wondering if Motorola's June 21st event in Brazil was for the Moto E4, but just like that they've gone and made it official.

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DEAL: Save big on some of Amazon’s best Kindle and Echo products for Father’s Day

To celebrate Father's Day, Amazon is offering an array of discounts on its various products. These discounts include the Amazon Echo lineup, as well as the Amazon Kindle lineup.

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Samsung’s Bixby could be coming to other phones, starting with the Galaxy Note 7 FE

We didn't know whether Samsung would be bringing Bixby to other or older smartphones, but it looks like one new (or old?) phone will get it.

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The Honor 9 is officially here, complete with dual cameras and more

Huawei's sub-brand, Honor, has officially taken the wraps off its latest device, the Honor 9. The device features a 5.15-inch FHD display, 4GB or 6GB of RAM, 64GB or 128GB of storage, and a 3,200mAh battery.

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Sprint will be the exclusive carrier partner for the Essential phone

It's been revealed that Sprint and Essential will be exclusive partners in offering the Essential phone through carrier distribution.

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Moto X4 could be unveiled on June 30th with dual cameras

Motorola is scheduled to have an event on June 21st, but that might not be the last we hear from them in June. According to a new rumor, the Moto X4 will be out on June 30th.

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What’s Motorola announcing at their June 21st event?

Motorola apparently has an announcement to make on June 21st, with the company sending invites to an event set to take place in Brazil.

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Deal: LG Watch Style for $180

With Amazon's latest deal, you can get the LG Watch Style even cheaper than it already was. It's down to $180, which is a whole $70 off.

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Saturday, June 10, 2017

HTC U11 unboxing and first impressions [VIDEO]

The HTC U11 is now officially available for purchase and with that, the Samsung Galaxy S8 just met its biggest competition yet. For more on our first impressions with the device, check out the post.

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Friday, June 9, 2017

Samsung is rumored to have created its own GPU for phones

Samsung makes a lot of their smartphone components in-house, including the display and processors (in some models). A new rumor suggests they're working on their own GPUs as well.

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ASUS ZenFone 4 won’t arrive until the end of July confirms CEO

ASUS CEO confirms that the ZenFone 4 production is behind schedule and won't launch until the end of July 2017, with the 5.5" model coming first.

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Google Maps makes it easy to find Pride events this month

If you don't know, June is celebrated as Pride Month in many cities around the world, with parades and events taking place all month long across the globe. Google is making it easier to find those events.

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Sprint customers will get 6 months of Tidal for free

Sprint's 33% stake in Tidal was bound to come with some exclusive perks, and now we're getting the first of them.

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PSA: Google stops guaranteeing support for Pixel and Nexus devices the day they stop receiving updates

Google has updated their support documents to note the time period which Pixel and Nexus owners can expect to receive support for their devices, both online or over the phone.

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Facebook may be working on story posts for their main social network

Facebook already has Messenger Stories, but now it seems they could be working on something for the entirety of their social network.

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Can texting someone land you in prison as a murderer? [POLL]

A Massachusetts case has potential to set groundbreaking new precedence in the world of text messaging.

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Samsung Gear S3 Frontier and Classic are finally available at Verizon

After nearly six months of waiting, the Samsung Gear S3 family is available at Verizon. Both the Gear S3 Frontier and Gear S3 Classic are on sale for $400 or $350 with a two-year contract.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 rumored to be powered by Snapdragon 836

Rumors suggest the Galaxy Note 8 will be the first phone to arrive powered by the Snapdragon 836 processor.

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Thursday, June 8, 2017

HTC U11 already arriving on doorsteps for those that pre-ordered – did you get yours?

After going up for pre-order a little over 3 weeks ago, the HTC U11 is now landing on some customers' doorsteps.

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Android O will officially be Android 8.0, 3rd dev preview out now

The 3rd developer preview was released today. In the "About phone" section, the new update lists Android version 8.0.0. That means we'll be jumping from Android 7.1 to 8.0.

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World’s first cooperative stock market game gives you $50,000 of real money to trade

There are stock market simulation games out there that'll let you trade with fake money against a real environment for practice. But what if you could play with real, actual money that, well, isn't really your money?

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If you hurry, you can grab a Samsung Galaxy S8 for only $640 [DEALS]

The Galaxy S8 is one of the world's best Android devices and if you hurry, you can score a great deal on one for only $640 ($80 off).

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India set to surpass US as second largest smartphone market

India is set to outpace the US in terms of smartphone sales within the next few years. Analysts predict by 2019, it will become the second largest smartphone market behind China, bumping the US down to third.

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OnePlus 5 teaser floodgates are wide open

Let the tease begin! With June 20th pegged as OnePlus 5 day, we figured the company was about to start dropping nuggets of info out of the barn house, and sure enough they have.

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Only these 9 countries will get the HTC U11 with 128GB of storage and 6GB of RAM

The HTC U11 will come with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage in most areas of the world, but did you know there's a 128GB + 6GB model coming? Well, you'd better live in one of these 9 countries if you want one.

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iPhone 8 vs. Galaxy S8: Size Comparison [RUMOR]

Apple isn't scheduled to show off the next iPhone until this fall, but we've seen countless photos and renders of the device. The latest is a batch of schematics that reveal the exact (rumored) dimensions. Naturally, we've compared it to the Samsung Galaxy S8.

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Andy Rubin’s Essential startup could already be worth $1 billion

Most startups tend to struggle with funding and would be lucky to reach even $1 million from excited venture capitalists. Andy Rubin had no such troubles.

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Google Maps begins showing subway station layouts

Google seems to be enhancing their transit maps for Google Maps. Users have started noticing subway station layouts for several subway stations in New York City, as well as some in Japan.

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The new iPhone 8 will have some Samsung in it

When you look at Apple's new iPhone 8 you'll see Samsung's Galaxy staring you right in the face.

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Pokemon Go anniversary Solstice Event kicks off on June 13th

The Solstice Event will kick off on June 13th, but Niantic has also announced a real-life Pokemon Go meetup in Chicago for July.

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Deal: Get $150 off an unlocked LG G6

B&H Photo has a sweet deal for an unlocked LG G6. It's going for $549 after instant savings of $150.

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Nova Launcher gets notification dots and a round search bar

Today, Nova Launcher 5.2 brings those dots out of beta and adds a new search bar style. The update is rolling out now to everyone.

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Google Home update prepares for voice calling and 4th of July fun

A new update for the Google Home app has nothing new to offer on the surface, but ti seems Google may be preparing to add some big functionality pretty soon.

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Samsung could be rushing the Galaxy Note 8, and the fingerprint sensor may go on the back again

Our hope was that tech for putting a fingerprint scanner under the display would be ready in time for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8, but new reports suggest Samsung won't have it ready.

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Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Paragon Hits NVIDIA SHIELD: What You Need to Know

Waze private beta for Android Auto is now live

You may be surprised to know that Waze has not been available on Android Auto. They started rolling out a public beta in April and finally, now people are getting access to the app.

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Facebook has a new Android TV app for watching videos

Facebook has made a big push into video content the last few years, this is just the latest move in competing with YouTube.

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The newest Google Home commercial will annoy the crap out of you

Let's just say that memories of adolescent conversations between teenage school girls will probably make you regret ever pressing play.

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How to use screen pinning to keep nosy people out of your phone [VIDEO]

"Screen pinning" has been around since Android 5.0 Lollipop. It allows you to "pin" any app to the screen. When an app is pinned, the user can only use that app.

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ASUS ZenFone AR could arrive next week

Wondering when we'll be able to get the ZenFone AR? After 6 long months, we may soon have an answer, with ASUS holding a June 14th launch in Taiwan.

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Early OnePlus 5 low-light photo sample looks really promising

OnePlus is so excited about the OnePlus 5's camera that their CEO is already teasing photo samples from the thing.

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Deal: 256GB SanDisk microSD card for $116

Amazon's latest daily deal is SanDisk's biggest capacity microSD card going 42% off.

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OnePlus 5’s dual camera may have been leaked by OnePlus themselves

Source code for the OnePlus 5 launch page is said to have contained code which teased some of its features.

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Samsung could be working on a Bixby smart speaker

Amazon kicked things off with the Echo, which was then followed by Google Home and Apple HomePod. Samsung has an assistant now, too. So why not put it in a speaker?

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Bixby Voice update lets you use shorter phrases

Bixby Voice is getting an update that'll make it a little easier to use the more you use it.

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Tuesday, June 6, 2017

First clear look at the OnePlus 5 reveals a very familiar design

Earlier today, OnePlus officially announced an event on June 20th. This is when we'll finally get to see the OnePlus 5. Thankfully, we don't have to wait that long. Just a few hours later, a press render leaked.

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Apple Homepod vs Google Home vs Amazon Echo: Which Is Best?

Homepod vs Google Home vs Amazon Echo: which one is better? That's a bit hard to answer because they look to serve and please different crowds of folks despite attacking the same market. Let's dive deeper.

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What’s the difference between AMOLED and LCD displays?

Every smartphone today has one of two displays types: AMOLED or LCD. So what exactly is the difference between these two displays?

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It’s official: OnePlus 5 will be announced June 20th

Just the other day, we were mulling over the possibility that the OnePlus 5 could be announced June 20th thanks to a leaked "Save The Date" graphic. Welp, it looks like that came true.

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Nougat’s usage jumps to almost 10% for June 2017

It's that time again for another update to Google's Android distribution numbers.

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Is HTC bribing people to say good things about the HTC U11?

It seems HTC's Elevate community is under more scrutiny for questionable ethics.

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The first 360-degree video published from the Essential phone also looks pretty bad

The Essential phone is compatible with a little dongle that is capable of recording up to 3840 x 1920 @ 30fps video in this format. Our early impressions? Meh.

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OnePlus shows how its customer service has improved for the OnePlus 5

One of the major problems with OnePlus has been customer support. Their phones have been generally good, if not "flagship killers," but customer service has left a lot to be desired.

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Google is penalizing developers who use incentivized reviews and installs to make their apps more visible

Google is targeting developers who use tactics such as offering free goods or money to users provide good reviews for an app, or even for installing the app.

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Monday, June 5, 2017

This now deleted Essential Phone test photo has us worried about the phone’s camera quality

Andy Rubin's Essential Phone is packing some pretty impressive hardware, including the phone's dual-camera setup. But a test photo from the phone's camera has us worried.

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Download the official wallpapers from the OnePlus 5

The OnePlus 5 isn't official yet, but we already have the wallpapers that will be available on the device. You can download them now.

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Homepod, Apple’s Google Home competitor, costs $350 and looks like a knee pad

Say hello to the Homepod, Apple's take on the budding new smart home hub market currently being contested by industry giants Amazon and Google.

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DEAL: Get the Annke 1080p Wi-Fi Camera for only $59.99

There are a lot of different variations of security cameras on the market and choosing one -- especially one that won't break the bank -- is always a tough task. This great deal makes it easier.

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DOWNLOAD: Android Security Patches for June 2017 for Pixel and Nexus phones

New Andorid security patch files have been posted for several devices for the month of June.

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Oppo R11 officially hits the scene today with dual cameras and good looks

After weeks of leaks, the Oppo R11 is finally officially detailed

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Google Store Deals: $25 Daydream credit, $20 off Google Home, and a whole lot more

Google has tons of deals dropping in their online store this week. See what's on tap inside!

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LG’s X500 can play 20 hours of video without charging

LG has announced the X500, their new affordable smartphone for someone who wants something that lasts all day.

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OnePlus 5 announcement may actually happen June 20th

Previous leaks have told us to circle June 15th as the date OnePlus would look to announce the OnePlus 5, but we may have to wait a bit longer.

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Moto Z Play update brings it to Android 7.1.1

The Moto Z Play has been enjoying Nougat for quite some time now, and it's about to jump to the next incremental stage. The device is now getting Android 7.1.1.

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Has Pokemon GO made you more active?

The American Heart Association has published a new study that falls under the "well, no duh" category. The study finds that Pokemon GO may contribute to better health, as the game encourages folks to be more active. But is that actually true for you?

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Patents reveal of number of accessories for the Samsung Gear VR

Patents have revealed a number of accessories to go with the Gear VR. Like the controller, these accessories are meant to make it easier to navigate and interact in virtual reality.

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Amazon might be trying to make another Fire phone with Alexa

Remember the Amazon Fire Phone? It was the company's first shot at creating their own smartphone, and it wasn't at all successful. Well, they seemingly want to take another shot.

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Friday, June 2, 2017

Top 5 Android Apps of the Week (June 2, 2017)

Samsung updates Bixby with the ability to send money to friends

Samsung has rolled out a new feature to Bixby in South Korea which allows you to easily send money to friends and family, while providing information about your bank.

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Get a free Google Home if you buy a Pixel from Verizon

If you've been waiting for a good deal on the Pixel or Pixel XL, Verizon has one you may be interested in. For a limited time, you can get a free Google Home when you purchase a Pixel phone.

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The ZTE Nubia Z17 packs 8GB of RAM and Quick Charge 4+

This new phone from ZTE has just about every high-end feature you could want and more. It might be the most powerful phone on the planet right now.

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Big updates are coming to Pokemon GO this summer

Niantic has been steadily updating the game with new features and events, but it looks like this summer will mark some big changes.

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Qualcomm announces Quick Charge 4+ with 3 new features

Last year, Qualcomm introduced the Snapdragon 835 processor along with Quick Charge 4.0. A few devices have the 835, but none have QC 4.0 yet. That didn't stop Qualcomm from announcing the next version, Quick Charge 4+.

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