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As part of Samsung's big summer Galaxy Unpacked event, Google announced several updates for the newly announced devices.

Google announces four significant updates for Samsung's new devices

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One of the top iOS 18 features is RCS adoption. While Apple has been implementing it beta over beta, it also requires carriers to support this feature.
Once this function is fully available, it means Android and iPhone users will be able to chat with fewer restrictions, as they will be able to share high-quality images, GIFs, videos, and even react to messages.
With iOS 18 beta 3 now available to developers, 9to5Mac discovered that Apple is enabling RCS support on the iPhone for more carriers. With that, overseas carriers are also part of this update.Severance season 2 won’t debut until January...

iOS 18 beta 3 expands RCS to more carriers – here’s the full list

The iOS 18 public beta is now rolling out for download. This means anyone can now try out iOS 18 and all of its new features. The update includes a broad range of new features for iPhone users, such as new customization options, upgrades to Messages, a completely redesigned Photos app, and much more.

iOS 18 public beta now available; here are all the new features

The default Android settings don’t have a ton of optimization options, but there are hidden settings you can enable to tweak and optimize your Android device. These settings can be super effective—you just have to know where to look. We'll show you around. How to Enable the Hidden...

Change These Hidden Settings to Speed up Your Android Phone

Your Android phone holds many mysteries. If you take the time to explore the menus and settings, you'll uncover them and improve your experience. Also, every Android phone manufacturer adds their own custom features and offers a different skin, which keeps the user interface interesting. We've compiled the top five secret features for you so you don't get lost in your settings menu.

Five Hidden Android Features You Need To Know About

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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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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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Apple announced significant updates for the iPhone with iOS 18 during last month's WWDC event. In addition to a customizable home screen, Control Center, and lock screen, iOS 18 will give users a Photos app overhaul, new Messages enhancements, a new Passwords app, and many artificial intelligence (AI) updates under Apple Intelligence to enhance app functionality.

Apple just released the iOS 18 public beta. Here's how to get it on your iPhone right now

With the major Photos app redesign coming in iOS 18, Apple aims for simplicity. However, the version of the Photos app in iOS 18 developer beta 3 is a hodge-podge of design that will confuse users. I think that if Apple doesn’t revise its approach, the company will face significant backlash when it releases the updated app to the public this fall.

The iOS 18 Photos app needs some major tweaks

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Google has started rolling out its latest UI redesign for Maps on Android.

Google Maps UI overhaul starts rolling out on Android phones

Want to install iOS 18 this summer but not ready to spring for the developer beta? Apple previously shared the iOS 18 public beta will arrive in July, but when exactly? Here’s when to expect the iOS 18 public beta release date. Update 7/12: This week we saw iOS...

When will Apple release the iOS 18 public beta? [U]

A week after releasing iOS 18 beta 3 to developers, Apple is now seeding a new build of this upcoming operating system update. We expected this version to bring Apple Intelligence, but it seems it’s not there yet.
These are some of the Apple Intelligence features we’ll likely see soon during the iOS 18 beta cycle.

Writing Tools: Users can rewrite, proofread, and summarize text nearly everywhere they write, including Mail, Notes, Pages, and third-party apps;
Image Playground: Users can create playful images in seconds, choosing from Animation, Illustration, or Sketch. This app is built right into apps like Messages and is also available in...

Apple seeds new iOS 18 beta 3 build ahead of public beta launch

Apple announced iOS 18 at its Worldwide Developers Conference in June, and the tech giant released the public beta version of the software on July 15, more than a month after WWDC. The update brings many new features and improvements to the iPhones of developers and public beta testers, like the ability to customize your home screen and upgrades to apps like Messages.

iOS 18's Public Beta Hands-On: Here's What You Need to Know

The betas launched without any of the big Apple Intelligence features Apple announced at WWDC 2024 — those are expected in beta versions for compatible devices later in the fall — but there’s still plenty to try out. The iPhone and iPad are finally letting you put icons wherever you want, there’s a new option to apply a universal tint to all of your apps, and the iPad finally has a built-in calculator. There are also slick updates to macOS that let you mirror and even control your iPhone on your desktop or laptop screen.

Apple’s public betas: all the news on iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and more

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It was just last week when Amazon discounted the entire AirPods line to their all-time-low prices and it’s already outdone itself. On the first day of Prime Day, Amazon has slashed the price of every AirPods model to prices so low we thought it was a mistake—and no matter which model you want you’re going to save tons of money.

We can’t believe how low these AirPods Prime Day prices are

If you’re looking for a new smartwatch, you can’t do much better than the Apple Watch Series 9, especially when you can get one at a discount. And today it’s cheaper than it’s ever been: As part of its Prime Day sale, Amazon is selling the 41mm and 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 for $280 and $310 respectively. That’s a savings of $119 each, and the best price we’ve ever seen.

The Apple Watch Series 9 just hit its lowest price ever

Everyone’s favorite non-denominational shopping holiday has arrived—Amazon Prime Day. The big event kicked off on Tuesday, July 16, and continues for 48 hours until it all ends at midnight on July 17. The deals will be coming and going quickly, so be sure to bookmark this page so you can keep checking on the latest prices.

We searched every Apple Prime Day deal and picked the very best ones

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Android's QR code scanner is getting a redesign for easier one-handed use and improved accessibility. The new interface includes rearranged options at the bottom of the screen and a new animation for the onscreen viewfinder. These changes are only available on a beta version of Google Play services, though its...

Android's built-in QR code scanner is getting a design upgrade

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Installing the iOS 18 public beta? These are the best features to try first

Every summer, Apple runs a beta program to help find bugs and get feedback on features for its upcoming operating system releases. There’s a lot of...

Installing the iOS 18 public beta? These are the best features to try first

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