Google Home learns how to multitask

 Google’s smart speaker got a little smarter this week, with the addition of a multitasking feature. The new capability makes it possible for the device to accomplish two different missions at the same time. It was rolled out with little fanfare and first noted by CNET. We’ve since confirmed the addition with Google. It’s a bit surprising that the company rolled it out to… Read More
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Google Home Max should be on store shelves by December 11th

We’ve known for weeks that the Google Home Max would be available in December and it’s looking like December 11th is the actual date. Google has fortunately stuck to the plan with the Max, unlike Apple that recently delayed their HomePod speaker until sometime in 2018. So if you’re looking for the ultimate smart speaker […]

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Take better photos on your Google Pixel 2 with this trick

Since the Pixel 2 and 2 XL launched back in October, we’ve known that both phones sported a dormant processor named the Pixel Visual Core. While it is still dormant on Pixel 2 phones running on the stable Android 8.0 channel, for those of us whose phones have recently updated to Android 8.1 Developer Preview […]

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Google Assistant can now help you find a plumber and other local services

 Google Assistant is about to get a bit more home-savvy. The voice assistant will be gaining local discovery skills that will help you locate home services nearby. The company specifically detailed that Assistant would be gaining insights to help users locate “nearby services like an electrician, plumber, house cleaner and more.” Saying something like, “Hey Google, I need… Read More
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Essential has next generation phone in the works, lots of software updates rolling out

Although many may be wondering what the future holds and how rocky it may be for Essential after Andy Rubin announced a leave of absence from the company, several members of the development team are putting on a brave face indicating development is continuing as planned. This includes lots of new updates, including camera app […]

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Google might bring Nest back into its own hardware business

 Google might fold Nest back into the Google, well, fold. The company is considering integrating Nest, which is a separate company under mutual parent Alphabet at the moment, back into Google’s hardware business. The re-integration, first reported by Wall Street Journal, is a move that Google is considering as a way to help it build out its smart home capabilities vs. Amazon, which is… Read More
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Snapchat redesigns its app from the ground up to be more user-friendly

It’s no secret that Snapchat has been under increasing pressure from Instagram and Facebook and that its app was not the easiest to navigate, especially since becoming a publicly traded company. One way to garner some press coverage and get users excited about the social media service is by redesigning the app’s user-interface, which is […]

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Anker PowerCore Speed 20000 PD portable battery pack review

Anker has made a name by offering top-notch products at extremely aggressive prices, and they’re easily one of the most popular brands for electronics and accessories on Amazon. Whether you need a speaker, a charger, a phone case, or pretty much anything else, Anker is the first stop for many people. For this review, we […]

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Google unveils Datally, a new app to help you manage your mobile data plan

Google has officially announced Datally, a companion app to help you manage and control your mobile data. It’s actually been tested in the Phillippines for the past few months, but this marks the app’s global release to all Android devices.  The app is actually really cool, although it sorta feels like something that should be […]

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[TA Deals] Grab an UltraBright 500-lumen tactical flashlight 2-pack in today’s deal!

It’s always a great idea to have a flashlight handy, especially one with high-brightness and a rugged design. Right now you can score a 2-pack of UltraBright tactical flashlights that fit the bill, and at a pretty nice price, too. While flashlights like these can normally cost close to a hundred bucks, right now you […]

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Microsoft Photos Companion app on its way to Android

Microsoft has increasingly been more active on the Android platform with their software and services. Earlier this week Microsoft released an update to their Edge browser running on Android to add a dark mode and to improve syncing with the desktop. An Italian web site has revealed Microsoft has a new Android client in the […]

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New Destiny 2 Alexa skills let you ask Ghost to do stuff in-game

 Destiny 2 fans will know that you get your own virtual assistant of source in the game world – Ghost, who sort of floats around and guides you. The new Alexa skill for Destiny 2 allows you to ask Ghost to do a number of things for you, including provide guidance about your in-game mission, calling backup, equipping different armour and weapon sets and providing lore and fictional… Read More
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Alexa notifications for skills expands in latest Developer Preview

Amazon is working on a new way to deliver information to owners of devices powered by their Alexa AI by adding a notifications feature to Alexa skills. Amazon already made notifications available via Amazon Shopping and a few limited skills. The expansion of the developer preview program will make it possible for greater testing to […]

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FDA clears AliveCor’s Kardiaband as the first medical device accessory for the Apple Watch

 The Food and Drug Administration has just cleared AliveCor’s Kardiaband EKG reader as the first medical device accessory for the Apple Watch. Europe has been able to use a version of the Kardiaband for Apple Watch for some time now but, thanks to the new FDA approval, the device can now be used in the U.S., marking the first time an Apple Watch accessory will be able to be used as a… Read More
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Amazon Silk browser comes to most Fire TV devices

Although overshadowed by smart speaker hardware like Google Home and Amazon Echo devices, manufacturers like Google and Amazon first started deploying apps to go along with content on their hardware via the television and their streaming devices like the Chromecast or Fire TV boxes. While it may not seem like the most intuitive app to […]

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12 of the best baby tech gifts for the little ones in your life

 Welcome to the 2017 TechCrunch Holiday Gift Guide! We check out a lot of really cool stuff here at TechCrunch, so we figured we ought to put that experience to good use and help you get your holiday shopping done quickly. Need help with some other ideas? Check out the full Gift Guide here! This baby tech gift guide is a new one for TechCrunch’s annual gift list but one that’s been… Read More
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Samsung has patented an in-screen fingerprint reader, perhaps in time for the Galaxy S9?

An in-screen fingerprint reader has been something akin to a holy grail for smartphone manufacturers in recent times. Samsung’s Galaxy S8 was rumored to feature a fingerprint reader embedded beneath the display before it launched sporting that poorly positioned scanner next to its rear camera. The same thing happened with the Galaxy Note 8, a few rumors […]

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Andy Rubin takes a leave of absence after accusations of an “inappropriate relationship” while at Google

2017 has been a crazy year, and unfortunately, we’re starting to see it bleed into the tech industry before it’s over. Andy Rubin is the next in the headlines, and he’s officially taking a leave of absence from Essential after some new accusations. According to The Information, a report surfaced about an “inappropriate relationship” between […]

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[TA Deals] Save 70% on a lifetime sub to GlassWire Pro antivirus

GlassWire Pro is technically an award-winning antivirus software, but it’s much, much more than that. Not only will it protect your computer, but it offers some incredibly monitoring features and software to keep a check on your entire network in addition to just your home computer. Network monitor visualizes current & past network activity by […]

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How to enable ‘Saturated’ mode on your Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL display

Since Google launched its Pixel 2 handsets on October 5th, there have been numerous complaints about the larger Pixel 2 XL‘s display, from issues with image retention and image burning on the phone’s OLED screen to users not being happy with the panels muted colors. Google posted some UI changes in the November Security patch […]

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Microsoft Edge picks up dark mode and password syncing to desktop

Have you been using Microsoft Edge on your device since Microsoft quietly announced it? Well, good news; it’s getting a few new features to make your browsing even better. Perhaps the biggest feature is an option for dark mode, which many users clamor for regardless of the app. It’s a stylistic choice for many people, […]

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A wide release of Lens in Google Assistant starts today on Pixel phones

We’ve known for several weeks that Lens was coming to Google Assistant on Pixel phones and it’s already landed on a limited number of devices. Starting today in select markets, however, it’s rolling out to the masses. Phones set to English in a handful of countries (US, UK, Australia, Canada, India and Singapore) should start […]

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Best cases for the LG V30

LG unveiled its latest flagship, the V30, at IFA back at the tail-end of August, and while it’s technically a successor to the V20, in reality, it shares its DNA with the G6 that launched way back in February at MWC 2017. Sporting a 6-inch Quad HD display with 18:9 aspect ratio, the latest Snapdragon 835 […]

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Analyst says Apple could have sold 6 million iPhone X units during Black Friday weekend

 Apple hasn’t shared any exact number, but Rosenblatt Securities analyst Jun Zhang calculated that Apple may have sold as many as 6 million iPhone X units this weekend alone, StreetInsider reported. With such a big number, it’s hard to grasp Apple’s success with the iPhone X. Last quarter, Apple sold 39.3 million iPhones when you combine all iPhone models. In other words,… Read More
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Huawei officially announces the Honor V10

As expected, at an event in China today Huawei officially took the wraps off what will be their latest flagship level smartphone, the Huawei Honor V10. The hardware and specifications for the Honor V10 are right in line with expectations established when Huawei first announced the event earlier this month. The Honor V10 comes equipped […]

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[TA Deals] Grab a lifetime subscription to this VPN for just $29

On Talk Android Deals, VPN Unlimited is our featured deal of the day. It’s lifetime access, too, so that you’re only making a one-time purchase and the service is yours forever. Secure public Wi-Fi connection: your data is hidden & encrypted Unlimited traffic bandwidth: no need to worry about your data usage Unlimited high-speed connection A […]

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[Sponsored] Tomtop has discounted a 3-axis handheld crane for DSLR cameras

It can be tough to find a good handheld crane for heavier cameras like DSLRs, but Tomtop has you covered right now. They’re offering the Zhiyun 3-axis stabilizer crane to set up your camera in professional situations without worrying about accidentally damaging your equipment. This crane is much more advanced than a boring old selfie-stick, […]

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[TA Deals] Save big on a heavily discounted Ivacy VPN lifetime subscription

You always need a good VPN, and there’s no better time to pick one up than when it’s discounted. Right now you can grab a lifetime subscription to Ivacy at a heavy discount, protecting your prIVACY (get it?) and security on the web. Enjoy fast uninterrupted P2P file-sharing with complete anonymity Quick-connect to 250+ servers […]

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Microsoft Office now finally works with your Chromebook

Google brought Android app support over to Chromebook awhile back, but not everything worked right out of the gate. It’s been a steady march towards increasing compatibility and extending the feature out to more hardware, but you still don’t have 100% access to every app on your Chrome OS device just yet. With that being […]

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Google rolls out Android 8.1 Developer Preview OTA, activates the Pixel Visual Core

Good news, Android 8.1 Developer Preview 2 is in the process of rolling out to eligible devices, among the changes is the activation of the previous dormant Pixel Visual Core chip on the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL which should result in even better camera performance. Also included are the display changes first seen in […]

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Researchers create a light-based key distribution system for quantum encryption

 Researchers at Duke University, OSU, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory have solved one of the biggest problems with new forms of quantum encryption: quantum key distribution. QKD is the process of distributing keys during a transmission and in a way that will tell both sides of the conversation that someone is eavesdropping. The new system, which uses lasers to transmit multiple bits at once,… Read More
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Google exploring concept of a dedicated YouTube Edition Android phone

According to a report of a survey currently underway by Google, the company is exploring a unique specialization for a smartphone. The survey seeks input on what would be considered a “YouTube Edition” of an Android smartphone. The concepts described in the survey cover software, interface and even potential hardware. For consumers of content, the […]

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Samsung’s graphene balls could finally revolutionize smartphone batteries

If you look at Samsung’s Galaxy line of smartphones, you’ll see a sudden, dramatic shift in design and quality from the Galaxy S5 to the S6. That trend continued with both Galaxy and Note lines with dual curved screens, the best AMOLED displays and cameras in the business, and the removal of bezels. Samsung is […]

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Get a Google Home Mini and $100 credit with a Pixel purchase right now

Black Friday’s out of the way, but Google’s still got a few deals to offer. Right now, for example, if you buy a Google Pixel 2, you’ll get a free Google Home Mini and a $100 Google Store credit thrown in. The Google Home Mini deal has been running for a while, but that store […]

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[TA Deals] Save 62% on an endoscopic camera for your Android device

Here’s a gadget that you probably don’t have in your drawer: a cheap, waterproof, full HD endoscopic camera for your smartphone. Yeah, didn’t think so. You can change that today with our featured deal, and you’ll save a big chunk of change in the process. While this would normally cost $49, you’ll save 62% bringing […]

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Android Oreo beta rolling out to LG V30 in Korea

With news that the HTC U11 unlocked version is getting the Android Oreo update starting today, Cyber Monday may be shaping up to be a sweet treat for some smartphone owners. Add another group to the list as LG started rolling out the beta version of Android Oreo to LG V30 and V30+ owners in […]

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HTC starts rolling out Android Oreo update for HTC U11 today

Although HTC continues to struggle in the smartphone market and ended up entering into an agreement with Google that sort of saw the company’s smartphone division get sold to Google, they still try to be a leader in many ways. One of those is a commitment to getting Android updates out as quickly as possible, […]

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iOS jailbreak repositories close as user interest wanes

 A few years ago jailbreaking your iPhone was all the rage. The cat-and-mouse game of hackers versus Apple was great fun and some of the open source products available to jailbreakers – namely the Cydia alternative app store – added amazing features and customizability to the iPhone. Some devs even launched only on jailbroken phones, thumbing their noses at Apple’s walled… Read More
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Human pilot beats AI in drone race

 Anything you can do, AI can do better. Eventually. On October 12, NASA put on its own demonstration, pitting an AI-piloted racing drone against world-renowned drone pilot Ken Loo. Researchers at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, who have spent the last two years working on drone autonomy (which was funded by Google), built three custom drones equipped with cameras for vision and… Read More
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[Deal] Grab the Essential Phone with 360 Camera Module for just $399

Black Friday has come and gone, and in its place, we have the awkwardly named Cyber Monday with what could be an essential deal. Remember the Essential Phone? A phone developed by the father of Android, Andy Rubin, sporting an exquisite ceramic build and high-end specifications but ultimately let down by its camera? Well, it may not […]

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Nanoleaf Aurora Rhythm review: A slick lighting upgrade for your smart home

Light bulbs are one of the most common smart home gadgets, especially since they’re simple and relatively inexpensive to set up and add. They’re not all plain and simple, though, and that’s especially true with the Nanoleaf Aurora. Nanoleaf’s futuristic panels go beyond just lighting your home and allow you to create moods and scenes […]

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UK to give police new powers to ground drones

 The UK government has announced it will introduce draft legislation in the spring aimed at preventing unsafe or criminal use of drones. Read More
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Say goodbye to Google Play Music’s swipe-to-delete gesture

Google’s Play Music mobile app used a not-so-intuitive gesture that would allow users to swipe to delete songs out of playlists. The point behind the gesture was to make it easy to clear out songs, but many, many users had a bone to pick with the sheer volume of accidental deletions from the gesture. Well, it took […]

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Twitter is openly working on a bookmark feature for tweets

Twitter is working on a few different ways to shake up their social media service, including longer character limits and easy ways to create tweetstorms. With a shift to longer form content instead of just 100 word jokes, you might want to go back and read some of the posts later, right? That’s why Twitter […]

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‘Substitute Phone’ artfully satisfies your compulsion to swipe and scroll

 Smartphones are inarguably an addictive class of devices, and not just because they put an endless font of information at your fingertips. The experience of holding the phone and touching it is itself associated with that pleasure — so much so that you might wish you were doing it even when you don’t want to actually use the phone. That’s when you need one of these… Read More
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[TA Deals] Improve your smartphone photography game with the RevolCam

If you rely on your smartphone for all of your photography, you’ll want to give the RevolCam a look. It’s a nifty little gadget that adds new features and improves the quality of your photos, all with a small accessory. The RevolCam features three different lenses and an LED flash, plus a selfie mirror. The […]

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‘Now Playing History’ app remembers the music your Pixel 2 has identified

In the midst of all the Black Friday deals a gem of an app has appeared that Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL users will love. Google’s latest handsets can automatically recognize the song being played in the background and display it on the Always-on-Display (which you can learn how to enable right here). It’s […]

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HMD Global begins rolling out official Android 8.0 Oreo to Nokia 8

Tired of Black Friday deals? Here’s some news to read while your wallet gains some welcome respite. 2017 saw the return of the Nokia brand thanks to HMD Global. The company rolled out its Oreo beta for the Nokia 8 back in October after promising to update all of its current Nokia handsets to Android 8.0. […]

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Anker’s latest Black Friday deals includes a Bluetooth speaker and some Power Banks

Black Friday still isn’t quite upon us yet but that doesn’t mean there aren’t deals to be had thanks to Anker discounting another batch of its accessories. This time around, there’s a bunch of power banks and a Bluetooth speaker on offer at reduced prices from your favorite online retailer, Amazon.  The pick of the […]

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Save big on Anker accessories on Black Friday in the UK

While the UK doesn’t celebrate Thanksgiving, one U.S. tradition we have adopted in recent years is spending loads of money on Black Friday deals. Whether it’s spending online or in store, UK citizens are set to spend more than £2.5 billion on today’s sales. To help you in your mission of buying new gadgets at […]

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[TA Deals] The Treblab X11 headphones are discounted more than 80%

Looking to score a new pair of cheap wireless headphones? You’re in luck. Right now, you can pick up the completely wireless Treblab X11 earphones at a heavy discount, ditching the wires from your audio setup without breaking the bank. Built-in mic allows you to accept calls w/ a touch May be used as a single […]

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[Deal] Pick up some cheap SD cards from Amazon’s Black Friday sales

We know you guys love expandable storage, so we know you’ll love some of Amazon’s Black Friday deals. Right now you can pick up some heavily discounted Sandisk microSD cards in several sizes, bulking up how many photos and songs you can stuff on your phone. The cheapest is the 32GB for $10, while the […]

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Let’s talk about commercial drones at TechCrunch Disrupt Berlin

 Everyone loves drones, including companies with very specific needs. Drones once were the hot new thing and the perfect birthday gift. But drone makers are now realizing that there’s a bigger opportunity with commercial use cases, from farming to inspection. That’s why we’re excited to announce that three founders of three amazing companies in the drone industry will join us… Read More
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Apple’s Thanksgiving ad is mostly about the AirPods

 Every year, Apple airs a new ad in the U.S. for Thanksgiving. Compared to other Apple ads, this is less about showing product features and more like a greeting card. This year is no different — you still see a lot of AirPods. Apple’s new ad is called “Sway” and takes place in the streets of New York. A woman starts playing Sam Smith’s “Palace” on her… Read More
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[TA Deals] These magnetic Bluetooth FRESHeBUDS headphones are over 80% off

It’s never a bad time to buy a nice pair of headphones, whether you’re buying them as a gift for someone, you need a backup pair, or you’re just looking to replace what you currently have. But it’s an excellent time to buy a new pair when you can get a great deal on them, […]

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Google Play offering up specials all weekend long

For the long holiday weekend in the U.S., Google is offering up a lot of special deals in the Google Play Store. Most of the discounts are available starting today and will run through Cyber Monday on November 27th although a couple offers are scheduled for specific days. One of the leading genres of apps […]

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OnePlus confirms it won’t support Project Treble on any of its current phones – including OnePlus 5T

After its launch on November 16, the OnePlus 5T became available to order yesterday with a discounted Early Bird Bundle. It’s surprising that the OnePlus 5T isn’t running Android 8.0 Oreo out of the box, especially considering that the handset maker just began rolling out the official Oreo OTA to the OnePlus 3 and 3T […]

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We might see a Star Wars themed Galaxy Note 8

Samsung is no stranger to themed hardware. We’ve seen partnerships with superheroes and the Olympics for some really cool smartphone designs, but this year has more hype for Star Wars than anything. So, of course, that means Samsung wants to deliver a variant of one of their smartphones to cash in on that craze. A […]

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Amazon Alexa Moto Mod review: A decent product in a bulky package

Amazon’s Alexa might not be the best digital assistant, but it sure seems to be the most widespread. It doesn’t care if you’re using Android or iOS, and it works on a wide variety of devices. Android phones, iPhones, Fire TV, Fire Tablets, Echo devices, Sonos One and more. Now we have a Moto Mod […]

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Snips lets you build your own voice assistant to embed into your devices

 French startup Snips is now helping you build a custom voice assistant for your device. Snips doesn’t use Amazon’s Alexa Voice Service or Google Assistant SDK — the company is building its own voice assistant so that you can embed it on your devices. And the best part is that it doesn’t send anything to the cloud as it works offline. If you want to understand how a… Read More
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Android Wear v2.6 brings recent apps, download progress indicators, and more

Android Wear 2.0 was supposed to revitalize and kick off the wearable platform thanks to a plethora of new features and partnerships. Alright, well, we all know that didn’t happen, but Google’s still bringing in new features to hopefully spark something. The latest is version 2.6, and it’s got a few useful tricks up its […]

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Mint SIM’s Black Friday promos include free months of service

Mint SIM is running a few Black Friday promos and partnering with Best Buy to get you through the holiday season. There are actually two deals that involve free service, so we’ll detail both of those. First up, if you buy your service directly through Mint SIM’s website, you’ll get an extra three months when […]

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Leaked renders show a Galaxy S9 with a replaced fingerprint scanner

When Samsung ditched the physical home button, they had to figure out where to put the fingerprint scanner. We’re not at the point where we can embed the sensor in the screen itself, so Samsung opted for a rear-mounted scanner. Lots of other companies have gone that route, but they put the scanner in a […]

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