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YouTube Music is testing a ‘Your week’ recap that judges your music taste
YouTube Music is testing a ‘Your week’ recap that judges your music taste
A new profile banner now describes your recent listening moods.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:40 PM
YouTube Music is testing a ‘Your week’ recap that judges your music taste
This Switch emulator for Android now offers better Snapdragon 8 Elite support, and more
This Switch emulator for Android now offers better Snapdragon 8 Elite support, and more
From Snapdragon 8 Elite improvements to general fixes, here's what this updated Switch emulator brings to the table.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:30 AM
This Switch emulator for Android now offers better Snapdragon 8 Elite support, and more
With dynamic lumbar support and “weightless” seating, the Sihoo Doro C300 takes comfort to the next level
With dynamic lumbar support and “weightless” seating, the Sihoo Doro C300 takes comfort to the next level
It's on sale, so get yours today.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:20 AM
With dynamic lumbar support and “weightless” seating, the Sihoo Doro C300 takes comfort to the next level
Here’s how you can enter to win $5,000 cash just for pre-reserving the Galaxy S26
Here’s how you can enter to win $5,000 cash just for pre-reserving the Galaxy S26
However, Samsung dropped the reservation credit from last year's $50 to just $30.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Here’s how you can enter to win $5,000 cash just for pre-reserving the Galaxy S26
Smartphones don’t need more power — they need cheaper chips
Smartphones don’t need more power — they need cheaper chips
Astronomical silicon costs mean there's never been a better time for a Snapdragon Standard/Pro.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Smartphones don’t need more power — they need cheaper chips
I limit my browser extensions, but these are my 4 essentials
I limit my browser extensions, but these are my 4 essentials
These are the extensions I can't part with.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:02 AM
I limit my browser extensions, but these are my 4 essentials
I switched my entire family to older Google Pixels, and I wish I’d done it sooner
I switched my entire family to older Google Pixels, and I wish I’d done it sooner
After dozens of hair-pulling experiments with other phones, giving Pixels to my family gave me back my sanity.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:31 AM
I switched my entire family to older Google Pixels, and I wish I’d done it sooner
Nest Cam footage recovered in kidnap case sparks privacy fears
Nest Cam footage recovered in kidnap case sparks privacy fears
The FBI was able to recover Nest doorbell footage in the Nancy Guthrie case despite missing Google Home Premium subscription.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Nest Cam footage recovered in kidnap case sparks privacy fears
Backing up everything isn’t always smart. Why doesn’t Google Photos should know that?
Backing up everything isn’t always smart. Why doesn’t Google Photos should know that?
A tad more control over our backups wouldn't go amiss, Google.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Backing up everything isn’t always smart. Why doesn’t Google Photos should know that?
Know when to hold ‘em: How many folds are too many for a foldable?
Know when to hold ‘em: How many folds are too many for a foldable?
We want to hear from you. Now that tri-folds are a thing, should companies aim for quad-folds and beyond?
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February 11, 2026 at 9:31 AM
Know when to hold ‘em: How many folds are too many for a foldable?
PocketBook just launched a Kindle Scribe alternative that skips Amazon’s lock-in
PocketBook just launched a Kindle Scribe alternative that skips Amazon’s lock-in
The e-ink competition keeps growing.
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February 11, 2026 at 9:02 AM
PocketBook just launched a Kindle Scribe alternative that skips Amazon’s lock-in
Cinnamon Bun is baking: Google confirms Android 17 Beta 1 is coming soon
Cinnamon Bun is baking: Google confirms Android 17 Beta 1 is coming soon
Devices still enrolled in the Android Beta Program will automatically receive Android 17 Beta 1.
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February 11, 2026 at 3:30 AM
Cinnamon Bun is baking: Google confirms Android 17 Beta 1 is coming soon
The JBL Flip 7 is still at a record-low price, but probably not for much longer
The JBL Flip 7 is still at a record-low price, but probably not for much longer
If portability is key, it's hard to beat the JBL Flip 7.
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February 11, 2026 at 1:10 AM
The JBL Flip 7 is still at a record-low price, but probably not for much longer
Samsung is finally considering custom font support for Samsung Notes
Samsung is finally considering custom font support for Samsung Notes
Samsung Notes currently only works with a user's system fonts, but that could change in a future update.
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February 11, 2026 at 12:35 AM
Samsung is finally considering custom font support for Samsung Notes
Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked plans for last week of February
Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked plans for last week of February
We finally know the date for Galaxy Unpacked — get ready for the S26 series!
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February 10, 2026 at 11:05 PM
Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked plans for last week of February
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold deal: Save $350 on my favorite foldable!
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold deal: Save $350 on my favorite foldable!
This phone isn't cheap, but you can soften the blow with this deal.
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February 10, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold deal: Save $350 on my favorite foldable!
Sony is revealing more than just the WF-1000XM6 this week
Sony is revealing more than just the WF-1000XM6 this week
Sony is teasing a new color for its premium headphones.
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February 10, 2026 at 10:05 PM
Sony is revealing more than just the WF-1000XM6 this week
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2.1 rolls out with a bunch of performance and battery fixes
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2.1 rolls out with a bunch of performance and battery fixes
Google keeps tinkering ahead of QPR3’s full release.
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February 10, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2.1 rolls out with a bunch of performance and battery fixes
This budget Android phone looks like an iPhone with a Nothing twist
This budget Android phone looks like an iPhone with a Nothing twist
The Infinix Note 60 Pro is a wild mashup of an iPhone 17 Pro and the Nothing Phone’s glyphs.
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February 10, 2026 at 9:40 PM
This budget Android phone looks like an iPhone with a Nothing twist
Fitbit’s personal health coach hits more wrists with expansion
Fitbit’s personal health coach hits more wrists with expansion
Fitbit's powerful health coach experience is expanding to more users.
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February 10, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Fitbit’s personal health coach hits more wrists with expansion
This 4K projector is bright, built for living rooms, and affordable(ish)
This 4K projector is bright, built for living rooms, and affordable(ish)
Optoma offers bright specs without a premium price tag.
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February 10, 2026 at 8:35 PM
This 4K projector is bright, built for living rooms, and affordable(ish)
Save $150 on the Anker NEBULA Capsule 3 Projector (You have under 7 hours!)
Save $150 on the Anker NEBULA Capsule 3 Projector (You have under 7 hours!)
Save on one of the hottest and actually portable projectors.
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February 10, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Save $150 on the Anker NEBULA Capsule 3 Projector (You have under 7 hours!)
Gnarly new Android spyware could let attackers track your location, steal banking info
Gnarly new Android spyware could let attackers track your location, steal banking info
Always be very careful with dubious links and APKs.
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February 10, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Gnarly new Android spyware could let attackers track your location, steal banking info
Surveys show Motorola’s chaotic take on Android updates isn’t impressing its fans
Surveys show Motorola’s chaotic take on Android updates isn’t impressing its fans
With the brand offering seven years of support on one model and zero on another, our readers weighed in via two polls.
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February 10, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Surveys show Motorola’s chaotic take on Android updates isn’t impressing its fans
AYANEO’s monster of a Windows gaming handheld sells for more than a Galaxy Z TriFold
AYANEO’s monster of a Windows gaming handheld sells for more than a Galaxy Z TriFold
Better take out a second mortgage.
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February 10, 2026 at 6:55 PM
AYANEO’s monster of a Windows gaming handheld sells for more than a Galaxy Z TriFold