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Despite my best efforts, I couldn't charge the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL at full speed, despite owning many different chargers.

I have half a dozen USB-C chargers in my house — none of them charge the Pixel 9 Pro XL at full speed

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Samsung is pushing older Galaxy phone users to switch from Samsung Messages to Google Messages. The Korean company has been slowly transitioning users away from its messaging app to Google Messages. Google Messages lacks features like categories and might be slow to load your conversations initially. With the debut of...

Samsung wants older Galaxy phone owners to switch to Google Messages

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It’s not unusual for phones from two different brands to have some similarities, but it seems the iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could have more physically in common with each other than most smartphones.At least, that’s what leaker @UniverseIce claims. According to them, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the iPhone 16 Pro Max will have almost exactly the same screen size, length, width, height, and bezel size.They add that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will of course not have a Dynamic Island, which in their view will make it appear more ‘Ultra’, but that’s...

The iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could have extremely similar designs

Got an older Samsung phone? You might be prompted to switch to Google Messages. Owners of older Galaxy phones are being prompted to switch from Samsung Messages to Google Messages. It looks like the Galaxy S20 series, Galaxy S21 series, and Galaxy S22 series are affected by this move. This...

Love Samsung Messages? Too bad, Samsung is pushing more phones to Google Messages

We've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process. When it comes to finding the perfect TV for your space and needs, you don't want to waste your time — or your money. Luckily, our experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute have tested all the best TV brands, and Labor Day TV sales are bringing major deals on our pros' top-rated models.

Our Experts' Favorite TVs from Samsung and LG Are on Major Sale Right Now

Apple usually saves its brightest colors for its standard iPhone models and offers more subtle color options for its iPhone Pro series. This trend is expected to continue with the upcoming iPhone 16 series. However, a new rumor suggests that Apple will introduce an interesting new color for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max that will likely attract attention.

The iPhone 16 Pro may get a never-before-seen color. Here’s what it looks like

Update 09/03: The Galaxy S24 Ultra is no longer available at that price. In the Samsung lineup, you can still opt for the latest folding smartphone, the Galaxy Z Flip 6, which is priced at $967 instead of $1,299. As Labor Day approaches, Amazon is rolling out incredible deals that...

Forget Pixels and iPhones: Samsung Slashes Prices on the Galaxy S24 Ultra for Labor Day

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These alerts could be a lifesaver if you get them in time. Google has expanded its Android Earthquake Alerts System to all US states and six territories. The feature uses the accelerometers of Android phones around the world to detect tremors, subsequently sending alerts to users in affected areas. The...

Android phones across the US are now even better at saving your life

Nothing OS 3.0 leak may have revealed everything new in the upcoming update. A leak has revealed the many changes coming to Nothing Phones with Nothing OS 3.0. The update redesigns the Control Center and introduces resizeable toggles. Nothing has removed the dot matrix font from several areas of the...

Nothing OS 3.0 leak offers first look at new animations and big changes

A year ago, I never expected to write this. Samsung had just launched the Galaxy Z Fold 5 with iterative changes over the Z Fold 4, and Google’s first attempt at a folding phone left a lot to be desired. Google had phenomenal software features like Call Screen and Live Transcribe, but Samsung had much better hardware, the S-Pen, and incredible productivity tools.

I love the Galaxy Z Fold 6, but the Pixel 9 Pro Fold may change that

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The 2024 Google Pixel smartphone lineup includes the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Each model has a slightly different form factor, screen size and price point. All are loaded with cutting-edge features, including AI-driven functions, a bright and responsive OLED display, and a battery life up to 24 hours.The folks at Google provided with me a Google Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL smartphone for testing. Right out of the box, these phones offer the power to handle all sorts of tasks beyond just calling and texting. And thanks...

Google Pixel 9 Pro review: So smart it's almost spooky

Looking to get a foldable smartphone? If you get the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, you'll get a free pair of really nice earbuds!. Are you looking to get a Motorola Razr Plus 2024? It is a pretty awesome phone, and it’s even better if you can catch a nice deal on it. While there are no actual discounts on it right now, Motorola is offering a freebie to anyone who buys the $1,000 phone. The brand will give you a pair of Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II, which cost $280 right now.

Deal: Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are free when you buy a Motorola Razr Plus 2024

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Don't miss the best Labor Day tech deals from brand favorites like Apple, Samsung, Bose and more.

The Best Labor Day Tech Deals of 2024: Save Up to 40% on Apple, Samsung, LG, Bose and More

At PCMag, we know products—our experts review and recommend thousands of them. Our deals team works tirelessly to find the lowest prices on the technology you want most. Wamart is raining heavy tech discounts today! Grab 57% off the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic, which combines classic style with cutting-edge features like body fat measurements and snoring tracking. Or score 25% off the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2, the ultra-lightweight gaming mouse with precise tracking, 95-hour battery life, and a high polling rate for top-tier performance. Finally, save 39% on the Samsung Odyssey Neo G7, a 144Hz monitor with vibrant colors, low input lag, and peak HDR brightness, perfect for immersive gaming and media.

Walmart Deals of The Day: No Way, Nearly 60% Off a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4

Thread credentials stored on your Android device are now synced to the cloud for quicker setup of new smart home devices. Google will now back up Thread credentials stored on your Android phone or tablet. This will make it easier to add new Thread-enabled smart home devices to your Thread...

Google is making your smart home setup even easier by backing up Thread credentials

What is likely the last Android 14 update for supported Pixels is rolling out with security patches and Wi-Fi improvements. This update fixes a number of CVEs of critical severity and removes the dormant Verizon Store Demo app that was found to contain vulnerabilities. An upcoming Android 15 update is...

Android 14 gets a proper sendoff with September's security patches rolling out to Google Pixels now

Google Assistant on your Android device lets you questions, launch apps, and perform different tasks. But there's another tool you might find more useful: Google Gemini. Google's AI can help you gain a deeper understanding of a topic through back-and-forth conversations or summaries in the form of a list, table, or chart. It can also help generate content, correct grammar, and translate other languages. You can ask Gemini to search Gmail, set an alarm or timer, make a phone call, turn off the lights, or take and analyze a photo.

How to Replace Google Assistant With Gemini AI on Your Android Device

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 Each year, Samsung is one of the biggest brands to go all out for Black Friday. Whether it’s a folding phone, an OLED TV or a whopping great big fridge, the Korean tech giant’s wide range of electronics and home appliances can often be found at their best ever prices during the annual sale.Samsung’s official site is expected to offer deals on the latest Galaxy and Galaxy Z flip phones, OLED and QLED televisions, Samsung fridges, cordless vacuum cleaners, ovens, microwaves and gaming monitors. As well as the official deals, most third-party UK electronics retailers will likely be offering...

Best Black Friday Samsung deals 2024: Offers to expect on Galaxy phones, tablets, TVs and appliances

Sony Xperia smartphones look so good on paper. So why is it that we don't recommend them? Here's our answer to that and a brief 2023 review of the Sony Xperia 1 IV.

Why People Aren’t Buying Sony Xperia Phones

Vanilla Ice Cream is the internal codename of Android 15. Google unveiled a new statue to mark the release of Android 15’s source code to AOSP yesterday. The status showcases The Bot enjoying vanilla ice cream as a tribute to Android 15’s internal codename. The stable Android 15...

Google's latest statue celebrates Android 15 with some Vanilla Ice Cream

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The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the least 'Pro' Pixel 9, but I still want to use it everyday

There's more to 'Pro' than just high-end specs in a spreadsheet. I don’t know what I expected when I first held the new Pixel 9 Pro...

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the least 'Pro' Pixel 9, but I still want to use it everyday

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