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7 things you didn’t know your Apple Watch could do

The Apple Watch is a versatile device -- and you probably don't know everything about it. Here are seven things you didn't know your Apple Watch could do.
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AT&T has fastest 5G networks, but T-Mobile has the best coverage, report says

According to a new report from RootMetrics, AT&T has the fastest 5G networks right now -- however, T-Mobile has the largest network.
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The Sony Xperia 1 III has a 4K display and a variable telephoto camera

Sony has announced the new Xperia 1 III and the Xperia 5 III, both of which have Sony's new variable telephoto camera. The Xperia 1 III also has a 4K display.
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TCL 20 series expands with new 20 Pro 5G, 20L+, and 20L

TCL has announced three new phones in the TCL 20 series -- the TCL 20 Pro, 20L, and 20L+. The phones span price ranges and have varying features.
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Is the Pixel 5a canceled? Google says it’s coming ‘later this year’

Google has issued a statement suggesting that the Pixel 5a 5G has not been canceled after all, despite a leak suggesting the opposite earlier today.
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This could be our first look at the Google Pixel Watch

The Google Pixel Watch has been rumored for years now, but we could be inching closer to a release, at least if newly leaked images are anything to go by.
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8 things you didn’t know your OnePlus phone could do

OnePlus phones typically offer a relatively stripped-back software experience, but that doesn't mean they don't have a few tricks up their sleeve.
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T-Mobile 5G home internet: Coverage, speeds, and plans

T-Mobile may be focusing on its mobile 5G network, but there's also a T-Mobile 5G home internet service. From pricing to coverage, here's what you need to know.
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5G home internet: Carriers, coverage, and plans

5G often refers to mobile 5G, or the replacement to 4G and the connection that you'll get on your phone. But there are also 5G home internet services.
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T-Mobile’s 5G home internet service is now finally official

T-Mobile has officially launched its 5G home internet service, which is available to a hefty 30 million households, including 10 million rural ones.
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Samsung bets big on the Galaxy A in the U.S. with 5 phones, starting at $110

Samsung is betting big on the midrange A series in the U.S. The company has launched a hefty five new devices, ranging from the A02s to the higher-end A52 5G.
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Your iPhone is about to get a whole lot better at protecting you from app tracking

Apple's iOS 14.5 will make your iPhone a whole lot better at protecting you from app tracking. That's through the new App Tracking Transparency tool.
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10 things you didn’t know your iPad could do

The iPad is getting more productive, meaning that there are dozens of tricks that you can learn. Here are 10 things you didn't know your iPad could do.
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Here are 7 of the best DeX features on your Samsung phone

Samsung DeX is a great way to get a desktop experience from your phone, and the system is actually pretty versatile. Here are some of the best DeX features.
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OnePlus 9 review: Ultimate performance with a middling camera

The OnePlus 9 offers among the best performance in a smartphone, plus it has an incredible display. But ultimately, its camera could still be better.
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OnePlus updated the OnePlus 9’s camera software, and it made a big difference

The OnePlus 9 series offers excellent performance, a great software experience, and a decent camera. But the camera was almost not even decent.
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6 things you didn’t know your iPhone could do

Apple’s iOS is incredibly capable, and filled with features that aren't immediately visible. Here are seven things you didn’t know your iPhone could do.
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iPad Air (2019) vs. iPad Mini

With newer iPads being released, the 2019 iPad Air and iPad Mini are still great buys. We pit them in a head-to-head comparison to see which is best for you.
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How to turn on Now Playing and see music history on your Google Pixel

The Now Playing feature is perfect if you often hear songs you like but don't know the name of. Here's how to enable it on Google's Pixel 2 and newer models.
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From Android 1.0 to Android 10, here’s how Google’s OS evolved over a decade

Follow Android's journey from its roots as an unknown underdog to launching Google's PC and mobile OS, which equals or exceeds any top-tier mobile platform.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Active vs. Samsung Galaxy Watch

The Samsung Galaxy Watch Active launched in April 2019, positioning itself as a sportier alternative to 2018's Galaxy Watch. But which smartwatch is better?
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Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus

It may not be current-gen, but the iPhone 11 Pro Max is still a great phone. We compare it with the similarly great Samsung Note 10 Plus in this head-to-head.
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Half-hour outage affects Apple App Store, iMessage, iCloud Drive, and more

Apple's App Store and some of its iCloud services experienced a half-hour outage. By midafternoon, it had been resolved.
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T-Mobile partners to promote Google apps for messaging, cloud storage, and TV

T-Mobile and Google have inked a deal that will see T-Mobile promote Google services like Google One, YouTube TV, and more instead of its own services.

The best emoji keyboards for Android and iOS

If you're intent on stepping up your emoji language skills, try a new mobile keyboard. Here are some of the best ones we've found for iOS and Android.
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OnePlus 9 vs. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE: What’s the best value phone?

The OnePlus 9 is built to offer near-flagship specs at a decent price. But it's not the first phone to do so. How does it compare to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE?
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The Qualcomm Snapdragon 780G brings a performance boost to midrange phones

Qualcomm has launched the Snapdragon 780G processor, which is built to bring a performance boost and more premium features to the 7-series of processors.
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OnePlus 9 vs OnePlus 8: Should you spend extra cash?

The OnePlus 9 is here, representing a modest improvement over the OnePlus 8. But should you upgrade to the latest and greatest device?
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OnePlus 9 vs. Samsung Galaxy S21: A clear winner

OnePlus has released the OnePlus 9, its latest and greatest flagship phone. But how does the phone compare to the Samsung Galaxy S21, which has a similar price?
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OnePlus 9 vs. OnePlus 9 Pro: Save yourself some money

The OnePlus 9 series brings with it new camera branding and better displays. But should you go for standard OnePlus 9, or spend extra on the OnePlus 9 Pro?
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The second Android 12 Developer Preview brings more privacy controls and tweaks

Google has launched the second Android 12 Developer Preview, which brings with it better privacy controls, picture-in-picture controls, and more.
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5 things you didn’t know your Samsung phone could do

Samsung phones are popular for a reason -- they offer a ton of features, many hidden. Here are some things you didn't know your Samsung phone could do.
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Verizon’s 5G Home Internet service is coming to 10 more cities

Verizon has announced that it's bringing its 5G Home Internet service to 10 more cities, including Cleveland, San Diego, and Salt Lake City.
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A beginner’s guide to Android: Everything you need to know

Google's Android platform excels when it comes to customization and integration. Check out our quick-hit guide if you're a first-time Android device owner.