Florence Ion, Author at Gizmodo

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 Is Almost the Android Flip Phone of My Dreams

Samsung's third-generation Z Flip 3 is a solid phone, but you have to ask yourself whether you're ready to take on the new form factor.

Smartphones Florence Ion

Windows 11 Is Making It Absurdly Difficult to Change Browsers

In a page ripped right out of the '90s, Microsoft reminds us that it's still engaging in the browser wars.

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Hex Home Security Is a Supercharged Motion Detector That Feels Very First-Gen

Hex's security kit uses wifi to detect movement, though it still feels like a concept rather than an ecosystem.

Home Entertainment & Smart Home Florence Ion

Say Goodbye to the Magnetic Strip on the Back of Your Mastercard

The credit card company is embracing the chips and mobile payments over antiquated methods.

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Nura’s New Earbud Subscription Service Gives Us One More Device We Don’t Actually Own

You can't own the headphones for life, but Nura can sick collections on your ass for as long as it takes.

Gadgets Florence Ion

Tinder to Start Offering ID Verification Just in Time for Your Next Hookup

It's voluntary at first, but it's about time Tinder brought over a feature other apps already have.

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Sonos Claims Tiny Victory In Its Patent Infringement Case Against Google

The ruling isn't final, but could mean Google would have to stop selling some products in the U.S.

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You’ll Have to Wait Until 2022 for Smart Home Gadgets That Work Together

Matter is supposed to make it easier to connect your smart devices, but it won't be ready for primetime until next year.

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It Sounds Like Google’s Find My Network for Android Will Work Just Like Apple’s

Another beta version of the Google Play Services app reveals a bit more about how Google's "Find My Device" network will help you find your stuff.

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‘Hey Sonos,’ Do We Really Need a New Voice Assistant?

The speaker company is reportedly working a Sonos Voice Control feature that processes commands entirely on device.

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If You Want to Customize Your Mechanical Keyboard, Razer’s New Kits Are a Solid Way to Start

If you want to take up a new hobby, this one is fun.

Accessories & Wearables Florence Ion

The Price Is Right for Samsung’s Colorful Galaxy Z Flip 3

The more affordable foldable flip phone has upgraded displays and improved durability.

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What to Expect From Samsung’s Big Foldable Phone Event

Samsung is expected to show off a new Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold, plus some wearable devices—including a new Wear OS smartwatch.

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Even Google Thinks Sideloading Apps on Android Is a Horrible Experience

Google reportedly tried to convince Epic to keep Fortnite in the Google Play store by outlining how bad sideloading apps sucks.

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It’s Time to Clean Your Disgusting Mechanical Keyboard

If you eat over your keyboard as you work (no judgment), or you're just a little germ-phobic these days (understandable!), let's clean that keeb.

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Don’t Cross the Pokémon Go Picket Line

Players are protesting Niantic for rolling back changes that made it easier for everyone to catch 'em all.

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Speed Tests Show Starlink Is Now Nearly As Fast As Broadband

Starlink now has 90,000 users, and tests show the satellite internet service's speeds are getting faster.

Internet Florence Ion

Google Is Finally Killing Off a Decade-Old Version of Android

Android Gingerbread is heading for the graveyard, but not without a proper send-off first.

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A Cheaper YouTube Premium May Be Coming Soon

It’s half the current subscription price, making it easier to pay to remove YouTube’s advertising.

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Logitech’s Colorful Headphones Are a Cheap Way to Match Your Keyboard

These affordable gaming headphones come in a variety of colors and make it easy to create an ~aesthetic~ for your setup.

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Florence Ion

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 Is Almost the Android Flip Phone of My Dreams

Windows 11 Is Making It Absurdly Difficult to Change Browsers

Hex Home Security Is a Supercharged Motion Detector That Feels Very First-Gen

Say Goodbye to the Magnetic Strip on the Back of Your Mastercard

Nura’s New Earbud Subscription Service Gives Us One More Device We Don’t Actually Own

Tinder to Start Offering ID Verification Just in Time for Your Next Hookup

Sonos Claims Tiny Victory In Its Patent Infringement Case Against Google

You’ll Have to Wait Until 2022 for Smart Home Gadgets That Work Together

It Sounds Like Google’s Find My Network for Android Will Work Just Like Apple’s

‘Hey Sonos,’ Do We Really Need a New Voice Assistant?

If You Want to Customize Your Mechanical Keyboard, Razer’s New Kits Are a Solid Way to Start

The Price Is Right for Samsung’s Colorful Galaxy Z Flip 3

What to Expect From Samsung’s Big Foldable Phone Event

Even Google Thinks Sideloading Apps on Android Is a Horrible Experience

It’s Time to Clean Your Disgusting Mechanical Keyboard

Don’t Cross the Pokémon Go Picket Line

Speed Tests Show Starlink Is Now Nearly As Fast As Broadband

Google Is Finally Killing Off a Decade-Old Version of Android

A Cheaper YouTube Premium May Be Coming Soon

Logitech’s Colorful Headphones Are a Cheap Way to Match Your Keyboard

Dreame Pocket Pro Hair Dryer Is Now Over 3x Cheaper Than Dyson’s Deal in Amazon’s Prime-Exclusive Spring Sale

Pompeii Study Confirms Roman ‘Wine’ Ritual Previously Known Only From Texts

JBL Clears Out a 5.0-Channel Compact All-in-One Soundbar at a Record Low Beyond Its Portable Speaker Deals

Andy Weir Says Paramount Rejected His ‘Star Trek’ Pitch, Proceeds to Blast Modern ‘Trek’

Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 Portable Power Station Is 50% Off as Amazon’s Spring Sale Pushes Into Its Final Clear-Out

Anker’s USB-C Docking Station With Detachable Hub Hits an All-Time Low in Amazon’s Spring Sale, Likely the Last Chance Before Prime Day

The Sadie Sink ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Rumors Just Keep Swirling

This Kindle Paperwhite E-Reader Now Costs About as Much as a Few Paper Books, While Amazon’s Spring Sale Price Still Holds

Lenovo Tab One Becomes an Even Better Budget Tablet Pick Below $100, Now Bundled With a Case in Amazon’s Spring Sale

Jason David Frank’s Final Movie Honors His ‘Power Rangers’ Legacy

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