Columbus, OH

If you're a Samsung phone user, the company is making a change you'll need to pay attention to. For the past two years, Samsung has been phasing out its Samsung Messages app in favor of Google Messages. Samsung's messaging app has continued to be available -- since the Galaxy S22 -- but Google's app was the default option.

Samsung Messages is getting bumped for Google's app. Here's how to prepare

Three applications are the best when it comes to digital navigation: Google Maps, Waze, and Apple Maps. These titans cater to the majority of drivers seeking turn-by-turn guidance, although lesser-known contenders like Sygic and TomTom offer alternative experiences. While Android users often find Google Maps pre-installed, iPhone users have Apple...

Google Maps Enhances CarPlay Experience with New Features, Outpacing Apple Maps and Waze in 2024

Starting next month, Google will require apps on the Play Store to provide a “stable, engaging, responsive user experience.” If they don’t, the company plans to eventually remove those apps from the store. This policy is part of Google’s latest spam policy update and is designed to...

Google is getting ready to remove lots of Android apps from the Play Store

Android has had problems in the past with malicious applications getting onto the Google Play Store. When that happens, users could unknowingly install those apps and create big problems. Malware, ransomware, trojans… you name it and it's possible. No vetting process is perfect, but those rogue apps often only...

How to manually scan for malicious apps on Android

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Apple’s latest scary attack ad takes a rather blatant shot at Google’s browser for the ton of tracking cookies it uses — claiming that Safari is “a browser that’s actually private.”

Apple tells over a billion iPhone users to stop using Chrome — here’s Google’s response

Lancaster County, PA

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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

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra is a beast of a phone, but are you better off going with Google's Pixel 8 Pro for less money? Find out in our Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 8 Pro comparison.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 8 Pro [Video]

OnePlus made a great impact to the market when it came to software and speed. Now that its competitors have all but caught up with OnePlus' performance, how can a new brand differentiate? Nothing and its CMF sub-brand have made headlines but is their message surface level, or does it offer something more meaningful?

Why I want Nothing phones to do more [Video]

Chicago, IL

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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.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Many flagship Android phones ship with an option to limit the battery charge to 80% to increase its longevity. Google is also testing a similar feature for Pixel phones, with the option spotted in Android 15 Beta 4. The "Limit to 80%" charge option might not be a part of...

Android 15 could extend your Pixel's battery lifespan by limiting its charge to 80%

Samsung's Galaxy AI is mostly stuff we're used to by now, like AI-assisted live translation and writing help. One of Galaxy AI's more novel features, "sketch to image," lets you insert realistic AI-generated objects into existing photos by sketching over top of them. It's a fun enough gimmick, but it doesn't take many repetitions for putting AI-generated hats on people to lose its novelty.

I didn't care about Galaxy AI until it gave my dog a Pokémon bong

T-Mobile raised prices by $2 to $5 per line, angering customers who filed complaints with the FCC and the FTC. Customers are now suing T-Mobile for violating its promise not to raise prices on legacy plans. The lawsuit demands a jury trial to force T-Mobile to abandon recent price hikes.

T-Mobile is getting sued for hiking rates on Price Lock plans

In 2019, Google officially shut down its goo.gl link shortener service, making it impossible to create new links. Now, the company has announced that it's finally killing the service. Existing goo.gl links will still work until August 25, 2025, but will display an interstitial page warning of the shutdown. Google...

Google is finally shutting down its link shortener after killing it off years ago

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In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

Google Gemini is gradually improving, with the AI chatbot now gaining a new voice on Android devices. This new female voice could be part of a test and is automatically enabled without user intervention. There's no way to switch back to the previous voice right now, though that option could...

Google just updated Gemini with a brand-new voice

OldWeb.Today emulates old web browsers and operating systems for a nostalgic experience. Select your desired browser and operating system, input the URL, and choose a date to view retro websites. Be aware, websites may be slow to load and some images might be missing. The web nowadays is much different...

Use This Browser Emulator to Relive the Web of Your Youth

Samsung's Galaxy Watch FE is all about finding a middle ground that retains some of the past while keeping things current — and all at a friendlier price. The watch, available in a single 40mm size, can fit right in with the best cheap smartwatches because it appeals to those seeking a wearable that'll fit most wrists. It's also very much a part of the broader Samsung family of devices in that it can work with many of them for added convenience.

Best Samsung Galaxy Watch FE cases in 2024

We joke that OEMs leak their own products to drum up interest, but Google isn't even trying to hide it anymore. We already knew about a Pixel 9 event scheduled for August 13, and we've long expected to see a sequel to the Pixel Fold around that time. We also heard rumblings that Google would shake up the naming scheme for its foldable line this year, and Google just went ahead and confirmed all of that with a new teaser video.

The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is official, and Google's already showing it off

An ever-growing app ecosystem will eventually suffer from bloat. So, Google is introducing several Play Store changes that bring relevant app information to the surface and grant users more control over app recommendations. The most notable part of this update is Google Play's new Collections home screen widget, which shows...

This Widget Makes Your Android Phone More Like a Smart TV

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The Google Play Store's malware scanner could add this useful new button

Google Play Store version 41.9.17 contains code for an in-development Play Protect feature that would allow you to rescan without deleting flagged apps. As it stands,...

The Google Play Store's malware scanner could add this useful new button

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