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Don't wait for Prime Day as this monster discount knocks 44% off the JBL Vibe Buds
If you're looking for a pair of wireless earbuds that isn't going to break the bank, then the JBL Vibe Buds are going to be a great option. Not only are you getting a pair of earbuds that sound great, but the battery life here is fantastic as well, coming in with eight hours of use on a single charge.
Wooting's 60HE+ is the undisputed leader of its keyboard market niche
In the last few years, we’ve seen a resurgence of mechanical keyboards from the ‘80s, mostly in high-utility environments, often popularized by gamers. Although their appeal is gaining now, our favorite mechanical keyboards use slightly modernized internals but the same operating principles from the tech of yore. Hall effect key switches benefit from the affordability mass production brings, making the technology way more accessible than it was back in the day.
This highly-rated TP-Link security camera gets a wild Fourth of July discount as it falls to its lowest price yet
There are a lot of security cameras to choose from, but the TP-Link Tapo C120 is a great choice thanks to its compact size, excellent features, and newly discounted price that drops it down to its lowest yet at just $25. For the most part, this is an absolute steal for this security camera, and while we know that Prime Day is just up ahead, we think that this is still going to be the best price you're going to find for this model, so get it while you can.
A Purdue University student booted Linux entirely through Google Drive
Google Drive is one of the best storage solutions for people wanting to upload files and folders to the metaphorical cloud. It continuously gets quality-of-life improvements across the board, including recently integrating the much-wanted dark mode into the platform and new filter categories for Android devices (even though they strangely came a month after they hit Drive on iPhones). There’s not much that Drive can’t do for you, and now, that surprisingly includes being able to boot up an entire operating system.
Twilio breach leaks over 30 million Authy-linked phone numbers
Authy is a 2FA app that recently suffered a data breach that exposed more than 33 million phone numbers. An unsecured API endpoint allowed threat actors to collect linked numbers. If you think your personal information might be among the 33 million leaked numbers, consider securing your accounts with 2FA...
Motorola's poor software support could be on purpose
It’s hard to quantify how frustrated I’ve been with Motorola over the last few years. We’re desperate for smartphone competition in the United States; Google seems unable to mount a coherent challenge, while LG left us in the middle of the night. And even though some overseas phones are cool, they present a problem for most stateside carriers, leaving us without much choice outside of Samsung phones — again.
Google Wallet to support digital passport in the US
Smartphones & mobile payment apps like Google Wallet, Apple Pay, & Samsung Pay are replacing physical banking cards. Google Wallet's new feature allows users to create an ID pass with their passport, enhancing convenience. The feature is currently available to US citizens only, and users are advised to still carry...
Android’s Offline Device Lock works only twice a day
Google's Android privacy features include Lockdown mode, Find My Device network, and new anti-theft provisions. New safety features announced at I/O include Theft detection, Remote lock, and Offline Device Lock. Offline Device Lock can only be used twice per day, possibly to prevent accidental activation. Google includes several privacy protections...
The Google Pixel 9 might use the same reliable fingerprint scanner as the Galaxy S24 Ultra
Among other issues, the Google Pixel 6 was infamous for the poor performance of its Goodix-sourced in-display fingerprint scanner. Thankfully, the company made amends with the Pixel 7, though the phone still lagged behind the best Android phones in this aspect. While the Pixel 8 did not bring any notable improvements, Google added face unlock to the phone, making you less likely to rely on the fingerprint scanner. With the Pixel 9, Google will reportedly fix a significant drawback of its Pixel lineup for good.
Android 15 could include a desktop mode — but what for?
We're expecting to hear a good deal more about Android 15 at Google's next Pixel event on August 13. It seems like a relatively low-key release, expected to bring improvements like a predictive back gesture animation and partial screen sharing. One of the flashier potential new features, though, is an in-progress desktop mode, similar to what Samsung offers with its DeX functionality.
Themed icons look terrible on Android and this needs to change
Material You debuted on Google Pixel phones with Android 12. It offered a new way to personalize devices using the phone’s wallpaper on the homescreen, which could influence the accent colors throughout the UI and, later, even in some first and third-party applications. However, the change meant that Google...
Your Amazon Fire TV may now show you ads before the screensaver
Over the last year or two, Google has filled Google TV with ads. The company started by showing ads for physical products in the For You tab. This was followed by full-screen auto-playing ads on the Google TV home screen. Making matters worse, Google started putting unskippable in-stream ads on free TV channels in June 2024. Following Google's footsteps, Amazon began displaying full-screen ads on the Fire TV after it was turned on. Building on this, the company has now reportedly started showing ads on the Fire TV before starting the screensaver.
WhatsApp could soon create AI images of you with Meta AI
WhatsApp was among the first messaging apps to take the lead in incorporating AI initiatives into its platform. The AI features on WhatsApp are built upon Meta AI, which is an intelligent assistant capable of answering queries, creating images, and more. Meta AI's presence in WhatsApp is getting stronger, especially with users being able to access it straight from the search bar. However, your profile images also could soon be AI-generated using Meta AI.
Massive leak details Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6's key improvements
A massive leak has detailed all the improvements Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 will pack. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 could be Samsung's lightest and slimmest foldable yet, weighing 239g and measuring 12.1mm when folded. Both devices might feature a new Slim Flex Hinge, improved Armor...
Google Photos redesign brings your sensitive pics and vids front and center
There are lots of different cloud storage options, but if you're looking for an app that's dedicated for pictures and videos, then Google Photos is going to be it. Google Photos has long been a "go to" solution for many and is even better if you're someone that heavily relies on Google's other apps and services.
Google Messages is getting ready for Apple's RCS support in group chats
Apple is set to bring RCS support to iPhones with iOS 18, improving cross-platform messaging. Evidence found in an APK teardown suggests the Google Messages app is preparing to upgrade existing group chats between iOS and Android users to RCS. The upgrade process will likely be automatic, with users informed...
Google Chrome's new tab FAB takes a stab at bottom nav
There's a reason why Google Chrome is one of the best web browsers that you can use. Not only are you getting a lot of great features, but if you're a Google account holder, then the integration with the brand's other services is second to none. Of course, just because Chrome is good doesn't mean that it doesn't have areas where it's lacking.
YouTube Music's artist page UI redesign delivers a more unified look
Google has been on a roll with YouTube changes in the past couple of months, running limited-time experiments for everything from a sleep timer to an AI tool to enhance music discovery. These experiments are seeping into the companion YouTube Music app for Android as well, because people on Reddit are noticing a few slight changes in the way artist pages show up in the app.
A leaked photo of the CMF Phone 1's display is giving Pixel 8 vibes
Much has been said about the upcoming phone from Nothing's budget-friendly subsidiary, CMF, as the company progressively teases more details. While these updates have driven hype, it's the leaks and rumors that have kept people hooked on what may come next. Now, a new photo that has been posted on social media by a tipster is providing a glimpse at the new phone's display.
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