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Verizon legacy plans will soon get more expensive, thanks to a change in the Autopay discount. Verizon has announced plans to lower its Autopay discount for legacy customers down to just $5 a month per line, a 50% decrease. The only way to keep the $ 10-a-month Autopay discount is...

Verizon legacy plans are about to get more expensive as Autopay discount shrinks

It's not just budget devices either, as you'll even find the Galaxy S24 and iPhone 15 are eligible for this offer. Boost Mobile is currently offering a full year of free Unlimited service with the purchase of select phones ranging from $300 to $1100. This includes flagships like the Galaxy S24, as well as a few budget offerings.

Looking for a new phone? Boost will give you a year of free service with purchase of a 5G phone

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These alerts could be a lifesaver if you get them in time. Google has expanded its Android Earthquake Alerts System to all US states and six territories. The feature uses the accelerometers of Android phones around the world to detect tremors, subsequently sending alerts to users in affected areas. The...

Android phones across the US are now even better at saving your life

A few days ago, the Google Play Store widely rolled out support for up to three concurrent app downloads. The company now appears to be testing a higher limit with a small group of users. If Google embraces this change, the limit would increase from three to four simultaneous downloads.

Google Play Store is already testing a higher limit for simultaneous app downloads

TalkBack’s new AI-powered image description feature won’t be available on Samsung phones and tablets. This feature uses Google’s Gemini AI to generate a description of images. Samsung devices don’t offer Google’s solution because Samsung has its own, competing TalkBack service. To make Android more accessible...

This new Gemini feature won't be available on Samsung devices

Vanilla Ice Cream is the internal codename of Android 15. Google unveiled a new statue to mark the release of Android 15’s source code to AOSP yesterday. The status showcases The Bot enjoying vanilla ice cream as a tribute to Android 15’s internal codename. The stable Android 15...

Google's latest statue celebrates Android 15 with some Vanilla Ice Cream

Need a great power bank? There are many out there, but this one is among the best, and it is 37% off right now. Are you looking for a great power bank to keep your devices charged on the go? There are plenty of options out there, but there is no denying Anker has some of the best ones. They are also pricey, but today, you can save some cash on the Anker 737 Power Bank, which usually goes for $150. Right now, you can get the Anker 737 Power Bank for just $93.99.

Save $56 on this awesome Anker 737 Power Bank

Google says that the stable update will reach Pixel devices in the coming weeks. Google has released the Android 15 source code to AOSP. The source code will allow developers to build custom ROMs based on the latest Android release. The company has also said that the stable Android 15...

Android 15 source code hits AOSP, stable rollout still a few weeks away

The study was conducted by University of Michigan. Samsung has published the results of a study conducted with the University of Michigan. The study specifically aimed to validate the accuracy of fitness tracking features on the Galaxy Watch. The results demonstrated strong correlations between Galaxy Watch measurements and clinical-grade equipment...

How accurate is the Galaxy Watch's health tracking? Samsung's latest study provides answers

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‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

Now there's a button that can turn your phone into a battery-sipping digital detox device. At IFA 2024, TCL unveiled the TCL 50 Pro NXTPAPER 5G and its non-Pro sibling. Both phones have a button that can hot-swap the device into a low-power digital detox mode called Max Ink Mode.

TCL's newest phone takes its NXTPAPER display to a whole new level

The newly announced Acer Iconia X12 will be available from January 2025 and start at just $349 in the US. Acer just announced the latest addition to its Android tablet lineup: the Iconia X12. The device features a 12.6-inch 2.5K AMOLED display, quad stereo speakers, a quick-charging 10,000mAh battery, and...

This new Android tablet with a 12.6-inch 2.5K AMOLED display is surprisingly affordable

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Today, Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a lawsuit against the Biden-Harris administration for failing to provide public documents requested through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) filing. The March 2024 FOIA request sought records related to policies allowing the release of dangerous criminal illegal aliens from U.S. prisons into the general population rather than deporting them.

FL Attorney General Sues Biden-Harris Administration Over Release of Criminal Illegal Aliens

Lauderdale-by-the-sea, FL

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For those who love the charm of a classic diner with generous portions of comfort food, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea offers some delightful options. Whether it's Lester's or Peter Pan, these spots are local favorites. But if you were planning to visit the beloved Diner By The Sea, you might be in for a surprise. This popular ocean-view diner was recently forced to close its doors temporarily following a state inspection that uncovered some concerning issues.

Over 40 rodent droppings, improper food thawing and a stop-sale order issued to Diner in Florida

All FE phones have offered 25W charging speeds, and it looks like this won't change in 2024. A new certification listing has revealed the Galaxy S24 FE’s wired charging speed. The phone will apparently top out at 25W speeds, in line with its predecessors and the base Galaxy S24.

The Galaxy S24 FE will have the same charging speed as the first FE phone

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Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

Apache Junction, AZ

Suzy Jacobson Cherry

When I studied Anthropology in college, I learned that teeth have been indicators of economic status just about forever. Archaeologists look at the teeth in ancient skeletons and know who the rich were based on their tooth decay. During the Renaissance period, it became fashionable for women to blacken their teeth to look like they were better off than they were, because the royals and aristocrats, who could afford sugar and sweets, had more rotten and missing teeth than the poor.

Opinion: Stop Stereotyping Bad Teeth as a Sign of Drug Addiction

The all-cash deal is valued at $20 billion. Verizon has announced plans to buy Frontier Communications in a $20 billion dollar deal. The deal is expected to close in about 18 months and shouldn’t result in any front-facing changes for quite some time. Long-term, this could set up Fios...

Verizon looks to expand its fiber footprint, announces acquistion of Frontier

Starlink will broaden its Direct to Cell satellite service to other carriers after its one-year T-Mobile partnership is up. Space X’s Starlink has partnered exclusively with T-Mobile for a year to offer Direct to Cell satellite connectivity to users. After this period, Starlink will open up its satellite service...

Starlink shares timeline for expanding satellite service to carriers beyond T-Mobile

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council at its study session Monday advanced a proposal by council member Stephanie Hancock to impound vehicles that are not registered and insured and driven by someone with a license.

Update: Aurora advances impound of unregistered, uninsured vehicles driven by unlicensed drivers

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T-Mobile phone subscribers may soon be able to get 5G Home internet for as little as $30 a month

T-Mobile phone subscribers may soon be able to get 5G home internet service for as little as $30 a month. T-Mobile may soon offer discounted 5G...

T-Mobile phone subscribers may soon be able to get 5G Home internet for as little as $30 a month

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