Google's Chromecast is being discontinued, replaced by the $99.99 Google TV Streamer with enhanced Gemini AI technology. Chromecast users can now celebrate its evolution with a small memorial on Google's website before it's completely gone for good. As smart TVs become more advanced, Chromecast became redundant, leading Google to focus...

The Chromecast is dead, and its new replacement costs twice as much

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

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. As another month hits, your Pixel devices have an update waiting. The August Google Pixel update is ready for your still-supported Pixel phone, tablet, foldable, or smartwatch. Since it’s only August and not time for a quarterly (QPR) release (like this one), this should hit as a minor bug fixer. There’s always a chance that Android 15 shows up in stable form later this month, but for now, we’re being treated to this monthly Android security patch.

August 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Google isn’t planning on hitting the breaks on Gemini anytime soon. After first teasing a number of new extensions during Google I/O 2024, a recent APK teardown from Android Authority has revealed a ton of unannounced, useful new features from Gemini that are soon coming to your Android phone. Gemini is expected to get a variety of new extensions that will allow integration into Google services like Keep, Tasks, and Calendar.

Google Gemini is about to get a lot more useful on your Android phone

Xperi Inc, the company behind the TiVo brand, announced during its second quarter earnings call that a new line of televisions powered by the company's TiVo OS media platform will be arriving stateside in the spring of 2025. "Our growing TiVo OS and video-over-broadband footprint is setting the stage for...

TiVO TVs Are Coming to the US Next Spring

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ROKU users have an endless stream of ways to unlock free content, but the list keeps growing with the addition of "secret" channels. Users traditionally add channels to their accounts through Roku's official channel store, but they may be missing out. "Secret" or private channels are technically part of the...

Roku users can unlock hundreds of free shows and movies using little-known “secret” channels – but find them first

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For an average size space, a 75-inch TV is humungous. But, if you have a wall that's big enough, this size TV can provide a theater-like experience, especially when you combine the TV with a surround-sound system and maybe some smart lighting for added ambiance. A 75-inch or larger smart TV is perfect for watching blockbuster movies, live sports and all your favorite shows. And gaming comes with amazing visuals, too.Best 77-inch smart TV overall: LG OLED Evo G4 smart TV Best 75-inch smart TV for most households: Samsung's Frame TVBest budget smart 75-inch TV: Roku 75" Select Series 4KBest value smart...

The 8 best 75-inch TVs of 2024 let you skip the theater

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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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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

Disney+ and Hulu went from a massive loss to a small but notable profit in just twelve months, marking the first time the former turned a profit since its inception in November 2019. To keep the momentum going, Disney is once again raising prices across Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu. The...

Disney+, ESPN, and Hulu Prices Are Increasing, Again

Amazon might be one of the most popular stores, but it’s far from perfect. It has constant issues with knock-off products, especially in one category: SD cards. Amazon allows third-party sellers to list products on the store with little oversight, and even pay for advertising to artificially place them higher in Amazon search results. That means low-quality or outright fake items are common, and even if you specifically purchase something from a reputable brand, you could still end up with a counterfeit.

Why I Don’t Buy SD Cards on Amazon

Despite what you may have heard, Instagram Shopping is a legitimate place to find excellent deals. However, like any platform, it has its share of scammy shops looking to deceive unsuspecting buyers. If you plan to shop on Instagram, you should always watch for some red flags. How Does Instagram...

Instagram Shopping Is Legit, but Look for These 7 Red Flags First

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Picking the best 55-inch TV can be tricky. You have to worry about picture quality, sound quality, the smart OS that powers it, and much more. BGR’s expert product reviewers have tested 72 different televisions at this size over the past decade. That means we’re uniquely positioned to advise you on the best 55-inch TV for your needs, whatever they might be.
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Here’s a quick preview of our top picks before you get to all the details:

Best overall 55-inch TV: LG C4 OLED TV
Best budget 55-inch TV: Hisense U6G ULED TV
Best 55-inch Roku TV: TCL 4 Series/S451
Best 55-inch Amazon...

We tested 72 different 55-inch TV models, and these are the best ones

Back when I was a product developer, there were always a few features that I was particularly proud of that customers, resellers, and reviewers tended not to notice. Usually, this was because bigger features provided a competitive advantage or garnered more attention. Even so, I always felt that some lesser-known and carefully crafted features deserved more love.

16 incredibly useful things Alexa can do on Amazon Echo

Whether you've got a student heading back to campus this fall or you need to furnish a small bedroom, a high-quality 32-inch TV is the perfect addition to a compact living area. And you don't have to sacrifice picture quality or features when buying a smaller TV.When shopping for a compact TV, you can look for the same features you would for a larger one. That includes a higher resolution to see every detail, HDR support for vibrant colors and contrast and smart TV options so you can use your favorite streaming apps. And you can't discount monitors, either. Some...

The best 32-inch TVs for college dorms are small but mighty

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Google Maps now offers simpler incident reporting, plus you can see building entrances and nearby parking spots.

Google Maps finally steals one of the best Waze features

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Google is discontinuing Chromecast, one of the simplest and cleanest streaming dongles. The search giant has indicated it will continue to support some of the iterations with software and security updates. Why is Google discontinuing Chromecast?. Google launched the Chromecast dongle more than a decade ago. The company confirmed it...

Google discontinuing Chromecast, only software and security updates for ‘some’ devices

Google is killing off yet another product—this time the Chromecast—although there may be a silver lining for users. The Chromecast has been a popular product, with Google saying it has sold more than 100 million devices over the last 11 years. Despite its success, or because of it, Google is retiring the device.

Google Is Replacing the Chromecast

Google is going upmarket with the $100 Google TV Streamer, a new combination set-top box and smart home hub that replaces the company’s cheaper Chromecast with Google TV dongles. Compared to the Chromecast devices, the Google TV Streamer has double the RAM (4GB) and quadruple the storage (32GB), along...

Google TV Streamer is one part entertainer, one part Matter smart home hub

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Google Neglected the Chromecast. Now It's Dead.

Despite its immense popularity, Chromecast has remained one of the most frustrating brands in Google's portfolio. What started as a daring project that broke the rules...

Google Neglected the Chromecast. Now It's Dead.

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