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Nothing’s Carl Pei says he's going to steal Apple’s customers “one bored iPhone user at a time”
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Google's extensive June security update fixes tons of lingering Pixel problems
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Verizon quietly launches the absurdly cheap Simplicity Plan — unlimited wireless starting at just $30 per month
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Apple's rumored iPhone 18 anti-theft feature is already on Android, and you should enable it ASAP
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Apps & Software
Android 17 review: Bubbling with excitement
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I barely use Gemini's default chatbot after trying the new Gemini Live interface
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I was tired of the Android Beta for Pixel glitching out, so I left it — without losing all my data
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Wearables
Best smartwatches that can measure blood oxygen saturation levels 2026
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I used the Oura Ring 4 for nearly two years, and it's still one of the best low-key health and fitness trackers you can buy, especially now that it's as much as $100 off
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Samsung shows off ultra-bright XR displays that could power future smart glasses
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The best NAS for Plex
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