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With fingers in pretty much every pie imaginable — search engines, phones, smart assistants, office software, even robots — Google is one of the biggest players in the tech industry, and it can be hard to keep up with everything they do. Thankfully, we keep up with it for you, whether you want reviews, in-depth analysis, or breaking news about what Google’s doing now.

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The 10 best apps for a second phone number in 2024

Back in the old days, a mobile phone functioned as a second phone number. We compile some apps that provide extra phone lines for your current smartphone.
Possible renders showing the Google Pixel 8a.

The Google Pixel 8a’s release just got a lot closer

The Google Nest Cam Indoor on a table.

Blink Mini 2 vs. Nest Cam (Indoor): Which is the better affordable security camera?

An iPhone on a table with the Siri activation animation playing on the screen.

We may have just learned how Apple will compete with ChatGPT

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max's camera module.

The iPhone’s AI future just got a lot more interesting

Nest Cams on a counter.

Google rolls out new Nest Cam features to Google Home for web

A man sits, using a laptop running the Windows 11 operating system.

How to pin a website to the taskbar in Windows

Renders of the Moto G 5G (2024) and Moto G Power 5G (2024).

Don’t buy this new Motorola phone — get this other one instead

Google messages versus samsung messages app icons side by side on Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Google Messages vs. Samsung Messages: Which app should you use?

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra in Titanium Gray camera module.

How to get developer options on your Android phone

Samsung Galaxy S24 showing Circle to Search.

How to use Circle to Search on your Android phone

The Google I/O 2023 logo outside Mountain View.

We finally know the exact date of Google I/O 2024

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A game running on the Google Pixel Fold's open screen.

The Google Pixel Fold 2 could get a massive display upgrade

The Pixel Fold 2 is shaping up to be a remarkable overhaul inside and out. Fresh leaks suggest buyers are in for a pleasant display surprise as well.
Google Messages app on a Pixel 8 Pro, showing an RCS Chat message thread.

What is RCS messaging? A briefing on the SMS successor

What is RCS? Rich Communication Services messaging is the next-generation SMS with group chats, video, audio, and images. Here's what you need to know.
Holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro in front of a bush.

A big Google Pixel 9 feature just leaked, and it sounds impressive

More Google Pixel 9 details keep trickling out. This time, we have information about an impressive new display feature Google is working on.
Someone holding the Google Pixel 6a. The display is on and showing the lock screen.

Need a cheap, reliable 5G phone? The Google Pixel 6a is $270 today

The Google Pixel 6a, which comes with support for 5G technology and a 6.1-inch OLED panel with Full HD+ resolution, is on sale from Amazon's Woot for just $270.
A person wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

The best Google Pixel Watch deals you can shop right now

If you want to pick up a smartwatch that works with the Google ecosystem, then one of these Pixel Watch deals will be right up your alley.
Infinix Zero 30 5G Android phone in gold color with ChatGPT virtual assistant.

How to use ChatGPT on an iPhone and Android phone

Ready to tell the world’s most popular chatbot to write a story about shoes in 50 words or less? Here’s how to use ChatGPT on your iPhone and Android device.
Thunderbolt of Zeus

How to get the Thunderbolt of Zeus in Fortnite

The Thunderbolt of Zeus lets you rise into the air and hurl lightning bolts at foes below you. Here's everything you need to know about this thundrous item.
Wings of Icarus

How to get Wings of Icarus in Fortnite

Fortnite has added the ability for you to equip some very famous wings that let you soar through the sky and divebomb your foes. Here's what you need to know.
A video call on the Surface Pro 9 tablet.

How to make video calls on a TV: 8 of the most popular ways

Tired of tiny laptop screens for video calls? How about taking your Teams and Zoom meetings on your TV? Here’s how.
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What is YouTube Premium? Price, content, and more

We explain exactly what a YouTube Premium subscription gets you, how much it costs, and if it's a good choice for you.
The iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island showing the timer and music playing.

Will my phone change for daylight saving time automatically?

We're about to lose an hour of sleep. Indeed, daylight saving time returns this weekend. Here's how to make sure your smartphone's time changes correctly.
OnePlus 5 soft gold with the phone app open.

How to block a number on iPhones and Android phones

No matter what type of smartphone you're using, we can help you avoid all of those pesky robo and sales calls. Here's how to block a number on any smartphone.
A person sitting down and wearing the Google Pixel Watch 2.

The Google Pixel Watch 3 could steal this Apple Watch feature

So far, the Pixel Watch has kept a trusted phone unlocked using Bluetooth pairing. The upcoming Pixel Watch 3 may borrow from Apple to improve this system.
A blue Google Nest Mini mounted on blue/gray wall.

How to reset a Google Nest Mini smart speaker

If you’re thinking about swapping out Google's entry-level smart speaker, you’ll first need to wipe your device. Here's how to factory reset a Google Nest Mini.
The Proton Mail email app running on a MacBook.

5 email apps you should use instead of Gmail or Outlook

Sick of using Gmail and Outlook for your email? We’ve found five email apps that can freshen up your inbox.
An image of the Temu app listing on the iOS app store on an iPhone 12.

Is Temu legit? Everything you need to know about the shopping app

Temu is an online shopping hub that covers over 250 retail categories. Is it worth your clicks and taps? Here’s everything you need to know about the platform.
A photo of the TikTok app running on a Windows 11 laptop

The Windows 11 Android app dream is dead

Microsoft will be ending support for the Windows Subsystem for Android starting March 5, 2025, meaning the Amazon App Store will no longer work on Windows 11.
The 1Password Android app, side-by-side, showing the light and dark mode.

The 1Password Android app just got a huge upgrade

It's time to upgrade to a new level of account safety. 1Password's Android app now supports passkeys, helping to make your accounts even more secure.
The screens on the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy S23 Ultra.

How to fix screen burn on your iPhone or Android phone

Image retention or screen burn on OLED smartphone screens can diminish your experience and cause damage. Here's how to restore your pixels to their proper hue.
A person using WhatsApp Messenger on his Android smartphone.

How to remove an account from Google Smart Lock

Google Smart Lock makes logging into your Google products easy, but sometimes things change. Here's how to remove an account from Google Smart Lock safely.
A person holding the Google Pixel 8 Pro.

Have a Google Pixel phone? You’re about to get these new features

Google has some new goodies for Pixel phone, watch, and even tablet owners in its latest March Feature Drop. Here's everything that's new.
A smartphone sitting on a wooden table, showing the Gmail app's inbox on its screen.

How to find archived emails in Gmail and return them to your inbox

If you’ve sent your Gmail messages to the archive and now have no idea where they went, here's how to access them and even return them back to your inbox.

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