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The OnePlus 7 Pro helps you chill out and ignore notifications for 20 minutes

We love smartphones, and we love social media. But sometimes you really don't need the distractions, and would prefer not to get a ping every 30 seconds. If you really need to remove temptation, then the OnePlus 7 Pro's new Zen Mode will lock you out for 20 minutes whenever you just need to chill out.
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How to share music with other AirPods or Powerbeats Pro headphones on iOS 13

We've all been there: You want to share a tune, but your friend isn't keen on putting your AirPod in their ear. Now, in iOS 13, they don't have to. Apple has added a new feature that allows owners of AirPods and PowerBeats Pro to share a music stream from a single device. Now share that music!
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Creative wallpapers that use the Galaxy S10 hole-punch camera properly

The dark spots on some of Samsung's default wallpapers seem to suggest the Korean giant is ashamed of its selfie-lenses poking through the display on the Samsung Galaxy S10 range. Owners are rather more excited about them though, and have made some impressively fun wallpapers to help show it off.
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The foldable Motorola Razr makes big phones less of a handful

Motorola has ended years of speculation by announcing the new Motorola Razr -- a foldable phone that takes more than a few design pointers from the classic Razr V3 clamshell phone. With a vertically folding 6.2-inch POLED display and a smaller external display, is Motorola's vision of the future a winner?
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The CastAway adds a Chromium-powered second screen to your smartphone

Dual-screen and foldable phones are the future -- but it's likely to be an exceptionally expensive future. In a new IndieGoGo campaign, CastAway is offering to add dual-screen functionality to your existing smartphone for just $200. Powered by Chromium, the CastAway can be used as a book, laptop, or a second device.
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The best Nokia 7.1 cases to protect your midrange monster

Call Nokia the comeback king, because it's put out some great smartphones in the last few years. The Nokia 7.1 is the latest of these, and it's a monster of a midrange phone with all the power, style, and value you need. But it still needs protecting; here are the best Nokia 7.1 cases to keep it safe.
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YouTube launches fresh new homepage on iOS and Android tablets and desktops

YouTube is making it easier to navigate your homepage on tablets and desktop devices with its new interface changes. The new homepage will combine larger thumbnails with longer titles, and will add channel icons into the mix. You'll also get some additional features, such as adding to Now Playing playlists.
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iExpand? Apple patents multiple bizarre, expandable smart ring designs

We're all so preoccupied with the screens in our pockets that we've forgotten they can be put elsewhere. Well, Apple hasn't, and it patented a bunch of designs for smart rings with expandable sections. Could a ring with an expanding display be in your future, rather than the iPhone 16?
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SiriusXM comes to Nest Home devices to boost your listening and watching options

Internet radio service SiriusXM is coming to U.S. and Canadian Google Nest smart speakers and smart displays this week, giving you even more choice where listening is concerned. With options to listen to talk radio stations, dedicated artist channels, and even watch exclusive video content through a SiriusXM sub.
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Square Off’s new self-moving chessboard doesn’t just play chess

The Square Off self-moving chessboard was one of the best parts of CES 2017. Now, the chessboard that emulates Wizard's Chess from Harry Potter just got better with the launch of the Square Off Neo and the Square Off Swap, with new features that allow you to watch live professional chess games in real time and more.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Tesla Special Edition turns out to be a beautiful dream

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 may not be very far away now, but there are still surprises in store for us. However, one that will not happen -- at least not anytime soon -- is a team up with Tesla. A post on Weibo had referenced what turns out to be merely an imaginative high-concept render by a YouTuber.
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A 5G version of the OnePlus 7T Pro exists, but it’s a limited T-Mobile exclusive

We were worried we wouldn't see another 5G-enabled OnePlus phone this year, but thankfully, that's turned out to not be true. OnePlus has teamed up with T-Mobile to deliver the OnePlus 7T Pro 5G McClaren Edition on T-Mobile's growing 5G network. Pricing and release date will be announced soon.
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Google Pixel 4 XL vs. iPhone 11 Pro Max: Can Google bite the big Apple?

Google's Pixel 4 XL is the search engine giant's latest addition to its range of flagship phones, and it's a good one. With upgraded internals, an improved camera, and the radar-powered air gestures, it's the phone of the moment. But can is it good enough to take a bite out of the big Apple: the iPhone 11 Pro Max?
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Here’s how to watch the Pixel 4 Made by Google event from today

The Google Pixel 4 launch is just around the corner and Google is throwing a party to celebrate. With new phones, a new Pixelbook, and some new smart devices expected, it's due to be quite the show. But how can you tune in and watch it live? Here's how you can watch all the Made by Google October 2019 reveals.
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The Galaxy S10’s fingerprint sensor can be fooled by a screen protector

Samsung has confirmed reports the Samsung Galaxy S10's ultrasonic fingerprint scanner can be fooled by a simple film screen protector. According to recent reports, putting a screen protector on the S10 allows an unregistered fingerprint to unlock a Galaxy S10. Thankfully, Samsung claims a software update is on the way.
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Nest Mini, Pixelbook Go, and more: Everything Google announced at the Pixel 4 event

Google took to the stage at the Pixel 4 Made by Google event, and it announced a wealth of new devices to take your heart away. But not everyone can watch live, and you may need to catch up. From the Google Pixel 4, to the new Pixel Buds 2, and even the Pixelbook Go, here's everything announced at the Pixel 4 event.
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Samsung rolling out Android 10 One UI beta to certain S10 owners in the U.S.

Samsung has launched the beta for its custom Android 10 skin, One UI. If you're based in the U.S. and are using a Samsung Galaxy S10, S10 Plus, or S10e, then you can sign up to the Samsung Members app and apply for beta access. Here are some of the top features Samsung is adding that you can try out.
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Tim Cook defends removal of Hong Kong protest app from the App Store

Amid protests in Hong Kong, Apple has pulled the controversial HKmap.live app, which displays the location of police, from its app store following a critical op-ed in the People's Daily, a Chinese state-owned newspaper. Apple CEO Tim Cook has defended the decision in an internal memo.
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Nomad and Aira have created the Apple AirPower wireless charger we always wanted

Apple thought it couldn't be done, but Nomad and Aira have done it -- a wireless charger that can charge multiple devices at once. Named the Base Station Pro, the AirPower-like wireless charger has a single charging coil that can track and charge up to three devices at once -- including Apple's AirPods.
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Sidestep banking fees with the nationwide launch of T-Mobile Money

Looking for a bank that provides something a little different? T-Mobile has launched its Money banking service nationwide in the U.S., and it offers an extremely tempting set of features for everyone, including industry-leading interest rates, a powerful app, and none of the usual banking fees.
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Verizon’s Just Kids plan helps parents keep their children within reach

Choosing when to give a child a smartphone isn't just about responsibility; it's about being able to make sure your child is safe while using it -- and to make sure they aren't costing you more money. Verizon wants to make it a much easier decision with the introduction of the Just Kids plan.
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Show, don’t tell, with Amazon’s new Show Mode Charging Dock

Amazon is continuing to beef up its smart home offerings with the addition of the Echo Show-like Show Mode and the wireless charging Show Mode Charging Dock for the Fire HD 8 and HD 10. It's also introducing a kids edition for the huge Fire HD 10, making child-friendly entertainment even easier.
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Kobo Forma e-book readers can now access Dropbox. Here’s how to link up

If you're not using an Amazon Kindle for your e-books, then the Kobo Forma is the high-end e-book reader for you. Accessibility was always a big selling point for it, but now the Forma has been supercharged by the addition of Dropbox access, so you can quickly download and read books, documents, and more.
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New Android phones must support USB-C PD and Digital Wellbeing, Google says

Google has changed its requirements for access to Google's services and now requires that Android phones from this point on must support the open charging standard, USB-C PD, and Google's Digital Wellbeing tool. While this may seem innocuous, it means you'll soon be able to access more fast charging.
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Can a $400 phone last for four years? The Teracube phone is up for the challenge

Upgrading your phone every year can make a huge pile of e-waste, and waiting to upgrade can cut that down significantly. Teracube is taking that to the extreme, and has launched a phone that claims it will last up to four years with a suitably generous replacement and warranty program. Say hello to the Teracube.
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Leaked Canadian Pixel 4 pricing suggests we should prepare for a price hike

The Google Pixel 4 is just over a week away, but the leaks haven't stopped arriving yet. The latest news to hit our doorsteps is that of pricing — and there's something of an unwelcome surprise for all of us. According to leaked Canadian pricing, the Pixel 4 range may see some small price increases.
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A new midrange iPhone SE could be launching in early 2020

It's been quite a while since we've heard anything about a new iPhone SE, so we were surprised when a report from Nikkei alleged that Apple could be releasing a new version of the reasonably priced iPhone in early 2020. Loosely based off the iPhone 8, will we finally see an iPhone SE 2?
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How to watch live as the new iPhones are revealed at today’s Apple Event

Whether you're keeping an eye out for a new iPhone 11, the latest operating system updates, or you're anxious for a possible new iPad or MacBook Pro, Apple's September 10 event is going to be one to watch. From watching on a PC to the humble iPhone, here's how you can watch Apple's September event.
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Measure up for your Focal smartglasses in the U.S. and Canada with North’s app

Smartglasses may or may not be the future, but it's now easier than ever to get a hold of a pair yourself. North has released a new app that allows users to measure their faces and virtually try on a pair of North Focal smartglasses, making it easier to buy the only pair of smartglasses we'd actually wear.
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OnePlus 7T vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 10: Flagship smartphone comparison

The OnePlus 7T is the latest addition to its flagship-killing pantheon, and it's an amazing phone with capabilities that bely its $600 price. But a flagship killer needs a flagship to kill, and we're testing it against the Samsung Galaxy Note 10. At $950, it has power to match its price. Can OnePlus win?
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Apple analyst predicts iPhone SE 2 with iPhone 11’s processor to arrive in 2020

The iPhone SE 2 has to be one of the most highly anticipated iPhone releases of all time, and it seems it's finally on the way. Renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has added fuel to speculation that the iPhone SE 2 will arrive in early 2020, and will essentially be an upgraded version of the iPhone 8.
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Here’s how the new Google Assistant and Motion Sense will work on the Pixel 4

The Google Pixel 4 is just around the corner, so leaks are flying in now. The latest leaks are a series of marketing videos that show off the new Motion Sense control method and the updated Google Assistant on the Pixel 4, as well as some shiny new features for everyone's favorite Google A.I.
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The best Sony Xperia XA2 cases to keep your smartphone looking ‘Xcellent’

So you've got a brand new Xperia XA2? Keep it safe with one of the best Sony Xperia XA2 cases on the market today.
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The best OnePlus 6T screen protectors to keep your display in one piece

Getting the latest and most powerful hardware is no longer impossible on a budget, and the OnePlus 6T is perhaps the best way to get a flagship experience without the huge hit to your wallet. But you'll still want to protect it. Here are the best OnePlus 6T screen protectors to keep it in one piece.
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The best OnePlus 6T cases

If you're looking for a fully featured flagship for less, then the OnePlus 6T has to be at the top of your list. But despite all the top hardware and beautiful design, your powerful new phone can be put out of commission with a single drop. Here are the best OnePlus 6T cases to keep your phone safe.
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The best stylus for note-takers and artists

The stylus is back and better than ever, thanks to tablets. Whether you’re an artist trying to create a masterpiece or a college student needing to take notes, we have found the perfect stylus for you. Here are our favorites, from the Adonit Pixel to the Apple Pencil -- the best stylus around.
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The best iPhone 6S cases and covers

The iPhone 6S may be pretty, but it wasn't built to withstand falls. With all the iPhone cases out there, it's hard to know which ones to buy. Check out some of our favorite iPhone 6S cases and covers, whether you are looking for style, drop protection, affordability, or all of the above.
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The best Moto G7 Power cases you can buy for your power-full phone

With a massive 5,000mAh battery, the Moto G7 Power certainly has the stamina to go for all twelve rounds. But with an easily broken body, the glass back could be a glass jaw of sorts, and it could mean an early retirement. Protect your power-full phone with the best Moto G7 Power cases.