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Google Contacts app has a new 'Besties' feature in the works to specify relations with contacts, setting it apart from other dialer apps. Users may soon see a convenient dashboard to track contact sync status too, making it easier to manage saved contacts in Google Contacts. Clear user interface improvements...

Google Contacts is learning what us humans call Besties

The Samsung Galaxy Watch lineup regularly makes it on the best Android smartwatches list due to its excellent health monitoring capabilities, refined designs, and advanced sensors. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is the newest addition to the series. Despite its familiar appearance, the watch features upgrades like a faster processor, a new AI algorithm, sleep apnea detection, and more.

How to link Google Fit with your Samsung Galaxy Watch 7

The Pixel Watch 3 XL may not exist, but a bigger 45mm version of the Pixel Watch 3 is still seemingly confirmed in a leaked promo video. According to the leak, the 41mm variant will have smaller bezels than the Pixel Watch 2, while the 45mm variant will have a 40% larger display.

Pixel Watch 3 leak suggests there might be no XL branding after all

Ahead of next week's Pixel-focused event, we saw the official unveiling of the Google TV Streamer today. Google's new set-top box is a big change for the company, pivoting to a higher-end space where Apple has, up until today, effectively been without much competition. Alongside this change comes the official death of the Chromecast lineup, more than 11 years after that original model in 2013. And as much as I'll miss the simplicity of the company's original streaming devices, Google is absolutely right to kill off its series of affordable streaming dongles — here's why.

Google is completely right to kill off Chromecast

Google One remains an excellent option for those engrossed in the Google ecosystem. With a low starting price, simple backup system, and additional Google One features available, it’s become a popular option for Pixel and Android fans alike. However, the lack of flexibility in the plans has been a sticking point for many users for years, but that could change soon.

What could Google One Lite be?

Malware has been the bane of everyone's online existence, because it serves as the easiest back-door entry for perpetrators of cybercrime and thievery. Google is usually on its toes, keeping the Play Store free of nefarious apps and ensuring prompt delivery of Android security patches, but some attackers manage to stay ahead of the curve and still steal money or personal information from victims. One such malware was recently caught in the wild targeting Android devices, stealing all financial data on them, and then wiping them clean.

A new Android malware is emptying bank accounts and wiping devices

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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If you’ve ever wondered why your partner or mate was so gosh darn easy to love, or on the flip side impossible to love at times, their sun sign could give you some important clues! I’ve definitely been in relationships that have tested my patience to the limits and other ones that have been a smooth sailing ride. The answers just may be in the stars! Read on to discover the zodiac signs according to Astrology.com that are the easiest to the hardest to love.

The Zodiac Signs Ranked Easiest to Hardest to Love

Whether you forgot your pattern or PIN, or you want to trade or resell your phone, clear your data. A factory reset restores your device to its original settings, removing all accounts, data, apps, and settings. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is a premium phone that excels at multitasking. It's easy to download useful apps and give out your personal information. We recommend a factory reset to avoid being locked out of your Galaxy Z Fold 6 or handing out your data. Here's how.

How to factory reset your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6

Los Angeles, CA

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L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra excels in display quality and performance, but falls short in camera capabilities compared to competitors. Samsung plans to introduce top-of-the-line display and camera upgrades with the Galaxy S25 next year for a premium user experience. The company aims to enhance AI capabilities and natural conversation experience...

Samsung Galaxy S25 could get big display and camera upgrades

LineageOS 21 breathes new life into aging smartphones, extending their functionality, security, and stability with Android 14. The custom ROM now supports additional devices like the LG G7 ThinQ, Realme 9 Pro 5G, and Poco F4, preventing e-waste in the process. Devices left without updates, like the Samsung Galaxy Note...

Extended LineageOS 21 support means more devices now have a second chance at life

Venu Sports offers access to thousands of live sports events for $42.99/month, including major league and college sports. Subscribers get access to 14 live sports channels, on-demand content, and exclusive pre- and post-game shows. The streaming service is set to go live in fall 2024, and can be bundled with...

Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. have a new sports streamer they want to sell you on

In April 2022, Google added Multisearch support to Google Lens, with a worldwide rollout occurring almost a year later, in February 2023. Multisearch allows you to add supplemental queries to your initial search to refine the results further. However, the process of adding context always felt clunky, as you could only add it after Lens had performed the search. Google is now refining Lens' Multisearch capabilities with a "Speak now to ask about this image" feature.

Google Lens now lets you record videos to add voice context to your searches

The latest UI change within Google Messages may relocate read receipts within messages, rather than under them. The new design may clutter the UI with unnecessary information, as read receipts will be visible for all previous messages. The change is speculated to be linked to the Google Messages beta version...

Google Messages tests inline read receipts in latest design tweak

The Google Pixel 8 has been around for almost a year. With its successor right around the corner and big savings on the price of the phone, is it worth picking one up now? This is our Google Pixel 8 long-term review.

Google Pixel 8 long-term review: Almost a whole year [Video]

Samsung's ever-growing line of wearables has a new addition: the Galaxy Ring. The device monitors your health metrics to provide a clearer picture of your activity levels, sleep quality, and heart rate. The Galaxy Ring works seamlessly within Samsung's ecosystem and complements the company's new smartwatches. Here are the best health tracking features you must set up on your brand-new Galaxy Ring.

The top health tracking features to set up on your Samsung Galaxy Ring

Memories tab in Google Photos now allows users to easily edit old photos with a new UI icon for editing tools. Update in version 6.93 may let you quickly fix images in Memories without digging deep into menus like before. Google's AI-powered memory curation algorithm now lets you customize which...

Google Photos could make your Memories easier to edit

While the free version of Gemini is capable, Gemini Advanced takes the AI experience to the next level. With a paid subscription, you can access Gemini in Google Workspace apps like Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Meet. If you frequently go through repetitive tasks and spend hours with manual data entries, Gemini can be the ultimate productivity ally to get the job done in minutes.

8 ways to use Gemini in Google Sheets

Verizon is one of the Big Three carriers and is known for its strong LTE coverage, but with other carriers closing the coverage gap, and a slow start to mid-band 5G, Verizon isn’t the obvious choice it once was. Pros. Still some of the best rural coverage. Simple plan...

Verizon vs. Xfinity Mobile: Should you bundle your service?

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Circle to Search lands on Chrome for desktop with two exclusive AI features in tow

You can now \"Circle to Search\" using Google Lens in Chrome's address bar to identify objects in images and find search results. Separately, a new AI...

You can now "Circle to Search" using Google Lens in Chrome's address bar to identify objects in images and find search results. Separately, a new AI...

Circle to Search lands on Chrome for desktop with two exclusive AI features in tow

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