YouTube has announced that its Premium subscribers are getting more perks, along with a tease about more plan options coming soon that could shake up the value proposition (depending on what the new plans offer and how much they cost). YouTube Premium members already get an ad-free experience while viewing...

YouTube Just Gave Premium Members More Perks,Teases New Plan Options

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Android phone owners could be entitled to a payment from Google’s $700 million lawsuit payout.
In recent years, the tech company has been forced to shell out millions of dollars in lawsuits pertaining to privacy on its Chrome browser and antitrust in relation to its Android app store.
Lawsuits have been launched by the US Department of Justice, as well as several other US states, all of which accused Google of abuses of power over the access customers have to apps on devices that use its Android operating system.
According to Forbes, the abuse of power related to the 15 to 30 per...

You could get a cut of Google's $700 million lawsuit payout if you own an Android

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Roku released a significant update to its streaming hardware, adding a fun pop culture trivia game.

Roku TVs and streaming devices just got a great free upgrade

You're no longer limited to a single Google Keep account when using multiple instances on a compatible Android device. Google Keep on Android tablets and foldables now supports using multiple accounts in different app instances. The feature is currently rolling out to Google Workspace accounts, as well as personal ones.

You can now use two Google Keep accounts simultaneously on your Android tablet

One thing I’ve discussed lately is returning to a scrappier kind of cord cutting, which seeks to wrest some leverage away from increasingly consumer-hostile streaming services. To that end, consider the computer. While you might not think of a laptop or desktop PC as the best place to watch...

Skip through streaming TV ads with this free browser extension

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ROKU has revealed numerous little-known ways that owners of the streaming device can adjust the sound when watching media. When watching TV shows and movies on the device, you are able to explore a wide range of sounds if you know how to access them. For someone who knows how...

Roku reveals two hidden modes on your TV that instantly upgrade movies and shows – the first is perfect for nighttime

Microsoft is retiring Basic Auth in favor of Modern Auth in Outlook this year, enhancing security for users. Legacy Windows Mail and Calendar apps will no longer be supported past 2024 either. Use updated browsers like Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Opera to access Outlook on the web post August...

Microsoft is retiring Windows Mail, Calendar, and Outlook's light web version in 2024

For a change, Google rolled out the July security patch to the Pixel Watch lineup before Pixel phones. While both watches have already received the update, it has yet to arrive on phones, including foldables. In the meantime, the company has published the content of the July 2024 security update for Pixels and other Android products. Samsung has also revealed the Galaxy-specific patches it will bundle with the July patch.

Google, Samsung address over 60 security issues in July update

Going Incognito is about to become more convenient. The latest beta version of the Google app for Android makes a couple of changes. There’s a new Incognito mode button when you type in the search bar. The text underneath the tabs has been removed. If you’re a frequent user...

Google app makes private browsing effortless with new Incognito button (APK teardown)

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California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

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Challenges are part of life. People with various ages face certain obstacles. Some of them test our resilience and strength. Some zodiac signs have an unbeatable spirit that helps them overcome adversity. They don’t fear trying new things even when the odds are against them. Their perseverance often pays off as they reap big from their risks. Yet, their nature makes them hold onto abusive relationships as they fear moving on. Are you one of these resilient people?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Never Give Up

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Tech firm earlier committed to storing less data about individuals in response to privacy concerns

Google to start permanently deleting users’ location history

Android finally supports left-right split-screen multitasking when in portrait mode, right in time for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. Google recently updated Android to support putting apps into left-right splits. This feature supports “portrait foldables,” such as the upcoming Pixel 9 Pro Fold. We discovered code that not...

Android quietly enhances split-screen mode in preparation for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold

YOUR Roku streaming device has a special feature that is perfect for when you’ve got guests staying over. It’s a standard feature of every Roku device, so you don’t need to download anything extra. The feature is called Guest Mode, and is designed for when other people are using your TV. It lets them safely […]

Roku reveals a secret mode on devices to should turn on every time someone visits – it even helps you avoid a big bill

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If you're paying out for YouTube Premium every month, there are five new features now rolling out for you to take advantage of, covering YouTube Shorts, smart downloads, improved navigation, and – of course – AI.As explained in a post on the official YouTube blog, the new features aim to give you more control over your YouTube experience. The post also mentions that the number of YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium subscribers now exceeds 100 million.First up is a new skip feature, available now to US users on Android (and coming to iOS soon). If you double-tap to skip...

YouTube Premium subscribers just got access to 5 new features

Google TV launched a catalog of free channels last year and has been adding to it ever since. Recently, Google has unveiled even more free channels, with its total now including more than 130 free streaming channels. The “FAST” – Free Ad-Supported Television – channels on Google TV have become...

Google TV Adds Over 10 New Free Channels, Brings Total to 132

Last week, we reported on the unexpected news that Google is moving their annual hardware event to August. And if you listened to the latest episode of The Chrome Cast podcast, you heard us talk through what were expecting at this year’s event but the leaks keep coming and we now have a look at what might be a bold new color for the Pixel 9.

Google Pixel 9 hands-on leak shows off a bold new color

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Cord-cutting is on the rise. More people are ditching traditional cable TV providers in favor of streaming devices. If you have any of the best Roku devices, you don't have to spend money on paid services to watch good content. Even though you have a score of premium services, such as Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO Max, and Disney+, there are plenty of free live TV channels you can use to stream on your Roku TV or any other Roku device. This guide lists the best free Roku channels you can watch on your Roku device.

10 best free Roku channels

Navigating the Roku home screen isn’t as straightforward as it used to be. While Roku still has the simplest streaming interface overall, it’s gradually becoming more complicated with extra menu cruft and new banner ads. Even Roku’s app grid, once a beacon of user-friendly design, is becoming filled with redundant shortcuts and content tiles.

4 simple steps to improve your Roku home screen

Reading an article, like how you're doing right now, is cool, but there are some cases where you probably want to listen to something rather than keeping your eyes on what you're reading. If you're driving, you might prefer something like a podcast rather than reading. Listening to websites isn't a new concept, but now, Google is rolling out a built-in text-to-speech feature for Chrome on Android.

You Can Now Listen To Websites Using Chrome

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YouTube Premium is about to get more plan options for subscribers

YouTube is prepping some changes to their Premium subscription service with some new features, experimental tools, and – most notably – a potential expansion of its...

YouTube Premium is about to get more plan options for subscribers

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