The Oukitel C50 is available for purchase now, with specs that make it well worth its $200 price tag. With more than enough horsepower, this $200 Android phone performs like a device twice its price. The lack of an App Drawer (by default) was off-putting, but that can be overcome...

One of the best budget Android phones I've tested is not made by Samsung or OnePlus

Google has a post up on its security blog that is half advertisement and half PSA-style announcement for Android users: go into your settings and turn off the "Allow 2G" toggle. This option, added in Android 12 back in 2021, does exactly what it sounds like: it turns off support for 2G cellular networking. Why would you want to do that? Because attackers are using the insecure 2G protocol to spoof phone numbers and send SMS spam.

Google Sounds Urgent Warning To Kill This Setting On Your Android Phone

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

Open the Contacts app or visit contacts.google.com. Select Trash (web) or Fix & manage > Trash (app). On Samsung, another way to find deleted numbers is in Settings > Battery and device care > Storage > Contacts. When you see the contact, tap it and then choose Recover. This article...

How to Find Deleted Phone Numbers on Android

At Google's annual Made By Google event in Mountain View, California, the tech giant unveiled the latest Pixel hardware, like the Pixel 9 Series, the new Pixel 9 Fold, the Pixel Watch 3, and, most importantly (for me), the Pixel Buds Pro 2. Also: Everything announced at Made by Google...

Should you buy Google's Pixel Buds Pro 2 or Apple's AirPods Pro 2? We break it down

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

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In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

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Who would have thought that a chain known for its endless shrimp promotion could find itself in such a pickle? But here we are—Florida-based Red Lobster, which has been reeling from financial troubles, may have finally found a lifeline. After a surprising $11 million loss in the third quarter of 2023 due to that very shrimp deal, Red Lobster filed for bankruptcy in May 2024. And now, there’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon.

A Florida based chain that filed for bankruptcy has reportedly found a potential buyer

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Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas, a $1.35 billion behemoth of the sea, has recently been introduced to the world since its maiden voyage on July 19th. The ship, boasting nearly 5,700 passengers and a crew of over 2,200, offers an array of amenities designed to cater to multi-generational families on shorter 3- and 4-day itineraries.

Cruise Passengers Not Happy About Feature on World's Newest Mega Ship

Google’s upcoming Pixel Buds Pro 2 could come with a new “Tensor A1” chip that powers “twice the Active Noise Cancellation” (ANC), according to leaked specs posted by @MysteryLupin and spotted by 9to5Google. If true, this will be the first time Google expands its in-house Tensor processor from its phones to its earbuds.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 could come with better active noise cancellation

In an era where phone durability is paramount, the HTC U24 Pro recently underwent the rigorous testing of well-known phone enthusiast Zack Nelson. Launched two months ago, the HTC U24 Pro, a mid-range Android phone, faced scrutiny under Nelson’s infamous durability tests. Nelson, known for his JerryRigEverything channel, subjected...

HTC's newest smartphone goes through a famous durability test

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If you’re a fan of Florida’s rich agricultural heritage, here’s some news that might catch your eye. Homestead’s Alger Farms, a name synonymous with fresh produce and quality landscape materials, has just sold a hefty chunk of their land. Nearly 900 acres have been sold for a staggering $121 million. Here’s the scoop on what’s happening with this land and what it means for the area.

Florida Farm Sold for $121 Million; 1,170 New Homes Planned

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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?

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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Just announced today, the new Google Pixel 9 smartphones are the most advanced Android devices yet. They rely on a powerful new processor, a beautiful touchscreen display, an advanced camera system and all of Google's latest AI tools and features. There are now three versions of the standard Google Pixel 9 series phone available -- the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 9 Pro XL. A folding version of the phone, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, was also announced.Starting today, you can preorder any of the new Google Pixel 9 smartphones. They begin shipping on August 22 and September 4,...

Google Pixel 9 Pro pre-orders are live: Where to get the best deals

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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CYBERSECURITY experts have uncovered a mobile spyware application targeting Android smartphones. The malware hides itself on the home screen and operates stealthily in the background, managing to “steal” confidential data and monitor user activity. The rise of smartphones has also led to a rise in hackers, who, in turn, create apps designed to steal sensitive […]

Terrifying Android ‘spy app’ hides itself on your phone and records screen as experts reveal list of rules to stay safe

In a strategic maneuver to stay in the race with OpenAI and other AI innovators, Google has decided to integrate Gemini more deeply into its ecosystem, promising users an enhanced, more intuitive, and more efficient voice assistant experience. If you're accustomed to using Google Assistant, prepare for Gemini AI to be your new voice companion. (But you can still use Google Assistant.)

Gemini to replace Google Assistant as Android's default - but you still have options

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Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs. Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: Which premium earbud is best for Android users?

Google's annual hardware event is here, and the new Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 promise improvements to battery life, comfort, and more. But Google is following...

Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs. Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: Which premium earbud is best for Android users?

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