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Google gives passkeys a vote of confidence by adding them where only hardware keys used to work
Passkeys replacing passwords offer a simpler, quicker, and secure way to log in to online accounts. Google's Advanced Protection Program now supports passkeys for high-profile users and organizations. Passkeys provide better protection from cyberattacks and eliminates the need to remember passwords. If there's one thing that we can never have...
Google Photos has an Instagram Stories feature in the works
An in-development 'My Week' feature was enabled in Google Photos by activating hidden flags, giving a first look at the setup process. Judging by screenshots of the onboarding UI, My Week appears to be an Instagram Stories-like feed that will be invite-only for a more intimate audience. Users can create...
The Govee Outdoor String Lights 2 are the perfect way to light up any outdoor occasion
Govee smart lights have gained popularity thanks to their affordability, ease of use, and number of features. The range includes bulbs as well as a variety of lighting products, including floor lamps and outdoor lights. The newest Outdoor String Lights 2 are one of the brand's latest additions and come with plenty of customization options, making them an easy way to light up your yard and outdoor parties. Let's dive deeper into what they offer and whether they're worth buying.
Samsung saved the best Galaxy Z Flip and Fold 6 colors for its own website
Samsung offers exclusive website colorways for the Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, including a Crafted Black option that has a carbon fiber look. The Z Flip 6 comes in Crafted Black, White, and Peach colorways on Samsung's site, in addition to the widely available color options. The Z Fold 6 only gets Crafted Black and White as additional options.
Your new Wear OS 5 smartwatch may not support your favorite watch face
Wear OS 5, which makes its debut on the Galaxy Watch 7, may not support all watch faces, only those meeting performance and quality standards. Watch Face Format (WFF) is a new standard for watch faces, eliminating executable code for better performance. It's believed that support for this is the primary requirement to meet Google's new watch face quality standard.
Best Samsung Galaxy Ring deals: Where to preorder and best bundles
Samsung has expanded its line of wearables with the new Galaxy Ring. It's a smart ring that sits on your finger and offers many of the same health-tracking benefits as smartwatches, as well as some additional ones, without needing to wear a bulky device on your wrist. Smart rings aren't a novel concept, but Samsung's entry does breathe some new life into the category. The Galaxy Ring is designed for 24/7 health monitoring, with 10ATM water resistance, up to seven days of battery life, and a slew of sensors and features that can track everything from your sleep to your heart rate and workouts.
Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6 are Samsung's first foldables to get 7 years of full OS support
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 boast new Galaxy AI features and extended 7-year OS and security update support. The Z Flip 6 and Fold 6 are pricier than predecessors, but promise added longevity with extended support, which may have added to the cost. Samsung follows Google's lead...
Samsung is giving some lucky Galaxy Z series buyers early delivery this year
Early delivery for UK customers of Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 is expected on July 19, but a surprise email going out to some buyers offers delivery a week earlier than that. Your fast ordering skills may pay off — being among the first 100 pre-orders can...
Gemini may finally add this long-awaited Assistant feature
Google Gemini aims to replace Assistant, but is currently lacking key features like alarms and timers. A new Clock extension in beta version of Google app could soon enable Gemini to set alarms independently. Gemini may also be accessible on the lock screen, with dedicated menu page for easy access...
Ayaneo's Pocket EVO promises crisp visuals with a 7-inch OLED display
Ayaneo is striving to become a major player in Android gaming devices with the launch of the Pocket EVO, featuring a 7-inch OLED display. The Pocket EVO boasts a long-lasting battery, large heatsink, and sensitive joysticks for pro-level gaming, derived from Ayaneo's award-winning designs. If the Pocket S doesn't meet...
Samsung folded on its tablets at Unpacked, but the Tab S10 series might be coming sooner than you think
Samsung's summer Unpacked event featured new wearables and earbuds, but omitted any mention of the Tab S9 series successor. According to the latest rumors, the upcoming Tab S10 series will launch in 2024, likely without a base model, focusing on the Plus and Ultra variants. Leaks suggest the Tab S10...
Google Fi catches up to the big carriers with defense against SIM swap attacks
Hackers target your device & sensitive info using SIM swap. Carriers like T-Mobile & Verizon combat attacks with new authentication procedures and Number Lock. Google Fi is also introducing a Number Lock for added security against SIM swapping. You can activate it for free in your account settings. FCC guidelines...
Samsung bored us into submission with the Galaxy Z Fold 5
Slow and steady wins the race — at least, that’s what we were told as kids. Samsung seems to have taken that to heart, settling for incremental upgrades with each Galaxy Fold release. And while the Galaxy Z Fold 5 didn’t set worlds on fire, it was still a success, helping the company increase foldable sales by 10% in 2024.
Best Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra deals: Where to preorder and best bundles
It's been a long time in the making, but Samsung has finally made it happen this year, introducing its largest smartwatch to date with the Galaxy Watch Ultra. Not only is this watch the brand's biggest yet, coming in at 47mm, but it's also the first to arrive on scene running Wear OS 5. And while the watch is made from premium materials like titanium, it does run on mostly the same internal hardware as the Galaxy Watch 7.
The Galaxy Ring's charging case deserves to be copied by the competition
Thanks to a string of teases, reveals, and trade show appearances, we thought we knew just about everything about Samsung’s first smart ring ahead of its official launch this week. We were wrong. It turns out that Samsung had one more surprise up its sleeve (well, a surprise so...
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 go official with AI optimized for foldables
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 were announced in Paris, boasting AI features, enhanced design, and upgraded hardware specs. Galaxy AI continues to expand, offering new photo editing features and dynamic wallpapers on both foldable devices. The Z Fold 6 will start at $1,900, while the Z...
The Galaxy Watch 7 and Watch Ultra are the first smartwatches with Wear OS 5
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra run on Wear OS 5 for better performance and battery life. Wear OS 5 brings major battery and performance improvements, new health features, and access to more data types. The new Galaxy watches debut Wear OS 5 and won't be available on...
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra takes Android smartwatches to the extreme
Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 is a standard year-over-year refresh with a new chipset that promises better battery life and performance. The Galaxy Watch Ultra is a rugged, premium option for extreme athletes, offering features like 10 ATM water resistance and long battery life. Both smartwatches feature new updates like Wear...
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