Google eliminates deductibles for Preferred Care coverage on Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL

Continuing to tweak their warranty coverage options for their latest smartphones, the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, Google announced that their Preferred Care customers will now benefit from waived deductibles for hardware failure claims. This change comes on the heels of Google extending the warranty from one year to two years on their […]

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HTC U11 Plus in translucent black seen in render

HTC has an event scheduled for November 2nd when it is expected the company will launch at least one new smartphone and may launch two. The two potential devices that could launch include the HTC U11 Plus for the premium market segment and the HTC U11 Life for the budget-oriented market segment. A new leaked […]

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Guide: How to use Google Lens

One of the new features that debuted with the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL was Google Lens, which identifies objects, storefronts and more via Google Assistant and the phone’s camera. It’s currently a “preview” edition (aka beta), so it’s not living up to its full potential, but I’m impressed with what it can do so far. […]

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Essential Phone is the best deal in smartphones thanks to camera updates

 The Essential Phone has come a long way since launch in one key area: Photography. When it first hit the market a few months ago, the camera had a nasty tendency to crash and was a bit slow to load and process photos. But Essential has stayed true to its promise of delivering frequent and effective Camera app updates, and the result is a smartphone total package that is easily the best value… Read More
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This is when and where you can watch the Razer Phone launch live

It isn’t a name you would necessarily associate with smartphones, but the gaming accessory and laptop maker, Razer, is launching its own handset tonight at an event in London. The Razer Phone is aimed at gamers, and if the recent leak is correct, it will feature some monster specs. Join us after the break to […]

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Sony reboots Aibo with AI and extra kawaii

 The rumors had it right: Sony is rebooting its robot dog, Aibo, announcing a new four-legged companion AI-powered bot incoming with the same brand name but more rounded corners and visible facial features for extra kawaii, including a pair of expressive, puppy-dog eyes. Read More
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Microsoft expands HoloLens headsets to 29 new markets, now up to 39

 Nearly three years on from Microsoft unveiling its HoloLens augmented reality headsets, the company today announced a major expansion of its availability: 29 more markets in Europe, nearly tripling the total number of countries where you can buy the device up to 39. The news shows that while we don’t have a firm number of how many units have been sold, we do know that Microsoft is… Read More
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