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Android Auto’s Makeover Prioritizes the Map and Focuses on a Split-Screen Experience

A better interface is coming to Android's screen in the car, but it's going into beta first.

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Fitbit’s Preteen-Focused Wearable Will Track Location, Encourage Exercise Without Phone

The device will have GPS and cellular connectivity, but we won't see it until 2024.

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Apple’s iPhone 14 is a Slightly Better Night Shooter Than Google’s Pixel 7

The iPhone 14's rear-camera has a wider aperture, which helps capture more light than the Pixel 7's algorithms.

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Here’s How to Get Your Money Back From Google Stadia

The company has officially started issuing refunds and will continue to do so into 2023.

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Apple Supposedly Dumping the ‘Hey!’ From Siri’s Wake Phrase

Siri! I'm asking you to do something for me, Siri!

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Nintendo’s New Pokémon Themed Switch is Inspiring Me to Buy an OLED Upgrade I Don’t Need

This is also a hearty reminder that we’re fast approaching Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s launch day.

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Netflix’s Ad-Supported Tier Doesn’t Work on Apple TV Yet

Honestly, it sounds like a blessing in disguise for Apple TV users.

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These Are the First Devices to Work With the Matter Smart Home Standard

The Connectivity Standards Alliance held an event today to announce the first batch of compatible devices.

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The iPhone 15’s Physical Buttons Could Be Fake ‘Taptic’ Buttons

The rumors claim this would help Apple market a durable "ultra" variant of the next iPhone.

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The Cheaper Chromecast With Google TV HD Is Probably All You Need

Don't spend the extra $20 if you're not also paying for 4K content. And even then, there is a better option.

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Peloton Brings Its App to Android Smartwatches

It's not on par with the Apple Watch's version, but it can track your heart rate during workouts.

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8 Iconic Products Miniaturized Into Adorable Keychains

Because you can't deny that tiny things make you go uWu.

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Samsung Explains When Android 13 Will Rollout to Galaxy Devices

The update is only two months after Google's Pixel and includes a batch of Samsung-only special features.

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YouTube Hopes Its Makeover Will Entice You Away From TikTok

The streaming app adds a new ambient mode, pinch-and-zoom capabilities, and more precise timeline scrubbing.

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How Useful Are the Pixel 7’s Exclusive New Features?

Google's new flagship introduces several new Android abilities, but are they worth your time?

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Google’s Pixel Watch Is Great If You Want to Keep It Simple

At its core, it's a Fitbit smartwatch with lots of Google flavoring.

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Google’s Latest Android Messaging Update Has Some iMessage Vibes

New features like voice message transcriptions and emoji reactions aren't compatible everywhere.

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Apple Refreshes the Apple TV, but Only One Version Has Ethernet

The set-top box uses an A15 Bionic chip and its updated Siri remote charges with USB-C.

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Chrome for Android Gets Some Tablet-Friendly Touches

The update brings abilities like tabs and a drag-and-drop mode, but it’s for Android tablets only.

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Apple May Beat Google’s Pixel Tablet to the Smart Home Punch

As rumors build up on the next iPad, there's speculation Apple could be coming directly for Android's highly-anticipated tablet with a speaker dock of its own.

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Android Auto’s Makeover Prioritizes the Map and Focuses on a Split-Screen Experience

Fitbit’s Preteen-Focused Wearable Will Track Location, Encourage Exercise Without Phone

Apple’s iPhone 14 is a Slightly Better Night Shooter Than Google’s Pixel 7

Here’s How to Get Your Money Back From Google Stadia

Apple Supposedly Dumping the ‘Hey!’ From Siri’s Wake Phrase

Nintendo’s New Pokémon Themed Switch is Inspiring Me to Buy an OLED Upgrade I Don’t Need

Netflix’s Ad-Supported Tier Doesn’t Work on Apple TV Yet

These Are the First Devices to Work With the Matter Smart Home Standard

The iPhone 15’s Physical Buttons Could Be Fake ‘Taptic’ Buttons

The Cheaper Chromecast With Google TV HD Is Probably All You Need

Peloton Brings Its App to Android Smartwatches

8 Iconic Products Miniaturized Into Adorable Keychains

Samsung Explains When Android 13 Will Rollout to Galaxy Devices

YouTube Hopes Its Makeover Will Entice You Away From TikTok

How Useful Are the Pixel 7’s Exclusive New Features?

Google’s Pixel Watch Is Great If You Want to Keep It Simple

Google’s Latest Android Messaging Update Has Some iMessage Vibes

Apple Refreshes the Apple TV, but Only One Version Has Ethernet

Chrome for Android Gets Some Tablet-Friendly Touches

Apple May Beat Google’s Pixel Tablet to the Smart Home Punch

Feds Sniffing Around Polymarket After Suspicious Bets

DJI Osmo 360 Review: The Best 360 Camera for the DJI-Pilled

Don’t Get Too Attached to Any AI App

‘Paradise’ Writer Teases What’s Coming in Season 3 After That Huge Twist

Trump’s New White House App Is Mildly Concerning and Weird for a Lot of Reasons

Bloodsucking Ticks Can Survive Inside Your Home Longer Than You Might Think

The Best New Toys of March 2026

Judge Denies Liking LinkedIn Post Critical of Elon Musk But Reassigns His Cases Anyway

Amazon Slashes 50% Off Keurig K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker, Now a Budget Alternative to Breville and Nespresso Espresso Machines

Sun’s Latest Outburst Complicates Planned Launch of Artemis 2

Aqara Smart Lock U400 Review: Hands-free Unlocking at Its Best

MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ Review: A Solid 2-in-1 Laptop With Some Glaring Flaws

Sonos Play Review: Call It a Comeback

Sonos Era 100 SL Review: The Cheapest Way Into Wired Sonos Sound

Asus ROG’s Massive Swift OLED Gaming Monitor Epitomizes Excess in the Best Way

The Ikea Varmblixt Smart Lamp Fills a Donut Hole in My Life

Nothing Headphone A vs. Headphone 1: Which Pair of ANC Wireless Headphones Wins?

Asus ROG’s Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds Might Be Better Than Wearing a Headset

Nintendo’s Talking Flower Is Annoying as Hell. I Love It

Level Lock Pro Review: As Good as a Secret Smart Lock Gets