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November 30
- Google's cracking down on Play Store apps that include lock screen ads
- Nokia 2 now available for purchase in U.S. for $99
- Android 8.0 Oreo now available for unlocked HTC U11 Life
- Microsoft Edge officially launches on Android
- Essential Phone gains portrait mode, 2nd gen model in the works, and more
- Eufy BodySense Smart Scale Review: Simply the best
- LG assigns new CEO for its mobile division
- Google Home can now perform two actions with one command
- Curved displays — practical or used just for looks?
November 29
- Galaxy S6 series and Note 5 on Verizon receive KRACK fix
- Stories are coming to YouTube as part of expanded Community feature
- Amazon launches Silk Browser on Fire TV
- Snapchat's redesigned app is here and much easier to use
- Steal all the loot in King of Thieves [Retro review]
- Some users can't access their BLU Life One X2 after latest software update
- Andy Rubin accused of having an 'inappropriate relationship' at Google, taking leave of absence from Essential
November 28
- Verizon Galaxy Note 8 updated with KRACK patch and Live Focus tweaks
- Hulu's updated interface and live TV service available on Samsung Smart TVs
- Google has fixed the infamous cheeseburger emoji with Android 8.1
- NVIDIA Shield Tablet receives KRACK fix and November 2017 security patch
- Google now lets you donate to nonprofits right within Google Search
- Samsung's launching a Galaxy S8 in Burgundy Red, and it looks amazing
- The Pixel 2 camera's secret weapon: A Google-designed SoC, the 'Pixel Visual Core'
- Felix Gray blue light glasses review: The hype is (kinda?) real
- Plex DVR can now remove commercials
- What texting app are you using?
November 27
- Android users in the Bay Area, here's how you can help save lives!
- Razer Phone ditched the headphone jack for better battery and performance
- Google Pixelbook now covered by uBreakiFix for out of warranty repairs
- Android 8.1 Developer Preview 2 released, activates 'early version' of Pixel Visual Core
- Enjoy retro feeling Android gaming with these new controllers from 8Bitdo
- Android 8.0 Oreo for unlocked HTC U11 now available
- Sony Xperia XZ and XZs now being updated to Android 8.0 Oreo (Update)
- Snapchat now suggests filters based on what you take a picture of
- Do you miss the 3.5mm headphone jack?
- When cheap phones can do everything, what happens to flagships?
November 26
- Microsoft Office is now available for all Chromebooks
November 24
- Razer Phone said to receive new camera features and improved performance
- How to unlock your Chromebook with a PIN code
- OnePlus 5T gets OxygenOS 4.7.2 for improved face unlock, fingerprint sensor, and more
- Google Pixel and Pixel 2 now offer more personalized battery estimates
- Google Home now offers better control for more of your smart home gadgets
November 23
- This year, I'm thankful there are no more bad phones
- Google Pixel 2: Which storage size should you buy?
- Great Holiday Gadget Gifts at $50, $100, and $200
- 1Password X brings me closer to using a Chromebook full-time
- Android Pay vs. Samsung Pay: Which do you use?
- 5 great ways to edit video on your Chromebook
- The Platonic ideal of a smartphone [#acpodcast]
November 22
- Net neutrality, consolidation, monopolies, and you
- OnePlus phones won't support Project Treble, but that's not a big deal
- Android Wear 2.6 adds Recent Apps complication, download progress indicator, and more
- Facebook Messenger now supports sharing of 4K pictures
- Amazon Cloud Cam vs. Nest Cam vs. Arlo: Which connected camera should you buy?
- Pixel 2 vs. iPhone X: Which does the best portrait selfie?
- UC Browser returns to the Play Store with an updated app
- MIUI 9 will be the last update for these six Xiaomi phones
November 21
- Google Lens now available via Assistant on Pixel phones
- Google has been secretly collecting Android users' cell tower locations, risking a hit to its reputation
- Uber covered up a hack that compromised 57 million accounts
- FCC unveils plans to roll back net neutrality rules
- Swappa now lets you buy and sell smart home devices
- YouTube is back on the Echo Show, in a browser, with ads (and Bing) in tow
- OnePlus 5T launch event: A spectacular new view to remember
- Why spending $1000 on a Pixelbook was the right decision
- Nintendo's Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is now available to download
- Nova Launcher 5.5 adds adaptive icons, Google search in dock, and more
- Here are all the official OnePlus 5T cases
- Tesla's Desktop Supercharger is the desk charger your phone deserves
- Gear S3 gets Tizen 3.0 update with enhanced UI, fitness tracking, and more
November 20
- Amazon releases a (RED) Echo to help fight AIDS
- Anker's Zolo Liberty wireless earbuds now available for $99
- Intel's first commercial 5G modem, XMM 8060, is now under development
- Google will fix hissing sound on Pixel 2 in 'the coming weeks'
- Eufy's Alexa-powered Genie is down to $20 for a limited time
November 19
- Android 8.0 Oreo now rolling out to OnePlus 3/3T with OxygenOS 5.0 update
November 18
- Everything different about the new PlayStation VR
- iOttie Easy One Touch 4 Qi Wireless Car Mount review: A driving essential
November 17
- Razer outs new Hammerhead USB-C earbuds to match the Razer Phone
- Don't be surprised if it doesn't blow your socks off [#acpodcast]
- Xiaomi launches 360-degree camera, headphones, and more on Amazon in U.S.
- The Razer Phone is now available to order for $700
- YouTube TV app now available for Samsung and LG smart TVs
- Qualcomm achieves first end-to-end 5G system based on 3GPP Standard
- Mint Mobile Introduces Revolutionary Way To Trial Wireless Service [Sponsored]
November 16
- OnePlus 5T vs. Samsung Galaxy S8: Beast mode
- OnePlus 5T specs: 6-inch display, Snapdragon 835 and new low-light camera
- Which Amazon Echo can you buy in Canada?
- Vudu for NVIDIA Shield Android TV picks up HDR and Google Assistant
- PSA: Google Pixel 2 and 2 XL are back in stock on the Google Store
- Google Assistant now supports apps for Canadian users
- How the Pixel 2 XL, Note 8, and iPhone 8 Plus stack up to each other
November 15
- Google Assistant gains a load of new features and supports more languages
- Today Weather: A beautiful weather app and a must-have for OLED displays
- Arena of Valor brings top-notch MOBA action to Android
- How to Cast Audio from your Daydream
- Vinci 2.0 are standalone sports headphones with Alexa built in
- Mini Metro review: Design sublime subway lines
- Philo live TV streaming service gets you 37 channels for $16/month
- Have you disabled Bixby on your Samsung phone?
- Accessibility Services: What they are and why Google is cracking down on their misuse
- Flipkart's awkwardly-named Billion Capture+ is now up for sale in India
- Essential Phone gets an Oreo treat in beta form
- UC Browser gets temporarily delisted on the Play Store [Updated]
November 14
- Cricket replaces 8GB and 12GB plans with two unlimited options
- Qualcomm's Snapdragon platform is 10 years old today
- Enter to win the HTC U11 Life from Android Central!
- OnePlus root 'backdoor': What it is, what it isn't, and what you need to know [update]
- Bose announces noise-masking earbuds to help you sleep better
- Ecobee thermostats pick up Google Assistant
- AT&T's Moto Tab is a $300 tablet for watching DirecTV
- Latest Plex update adds Google Assistant support on Android TV
- Should you upgrade from the LG G6 to Pixel 2?
- How I turned my Samsung Galaxy S8 into a Microsoft phone
November 13
- Pixel 2 and 2 XL exhibit flickering when using the camera under LED lights
- Android 8.1 will reduce storage sizes of infrequently used apps
- Google Home can now be used as an intercom with Broadcast feature
- Enter Android Central & Mint Mobile's Ultimate Pixel 2 Giveaway!
- Microsoft now sells Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ online
- See A New View: Meet the OnePlus 5T this week in NYC!
- PlayStation 4 Pro vs. Xbox One X: Which should you buy?
- Apps using Accessibility Services improperly could be removed from the Play Store
- Razer Phone review: Don't go outside
- Things to know when switching from iOS to Android
- iPhone X: The Android Central review
- Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 gets a price cut in India; 4GB variant now costs ₹11,999
November 11
- Broadcom buying Qualcomm could grind innovation to a screeching halt
- Google says it has fixed Pixel and Nexus trade-in issues [update]
- Anyway, Android? [#acpodcast]
November 10
- Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Wilds — How to get all the awesome new equipment
- Pixelbook will soon do split-screen multitasking in tablet mode
- Google Assistant not working when prompted through Bluetooth headphones on Pixel 2
- Sphero Mini is the best $50 you can spend on your kids this year
- BlackBerry Motion now available at Bell, TELUS, Koodo, and SaskTel
- Samsung announces Exynos 9810 processor capable of gigabit LTE speeds
- These are the 8 thinnest cases we could find for the Galaxy Note 8
- The Essential Phone is a lot better than you might think
- New T-Mobile app checks if your phone supports Extended Range and VoLTE
November 9
- Essential 360 Camera can now livestream to Facebook
- Snapchat on Android: Everything you need to know
- Five home automation accessories under $35 that work with Google Home Mini
- Defective microphones on Pixel 2, Galaxy S8, Note 8 can be fixed by blowing in them
- Skype Lite for Android is a throwback to a simpler (better?) Skype
- Amazon adds offline video downloads to FreeTime on Fire tablets
- Google's new Files Go app offers easy storage management and file transfers
- How has your Google Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL battery life been?
- OPPO F5 with 20MP front camera makes its debut in India for ₹19,990
- Huawei's Mate 10 Pro could make its way to AT&T stores in the U.S.
- No, Xiaomi isn't working on a Mi Mix 2 variant with an iPhone X-style notch
- Xiaomi Redmi Y1 vs. Redmi 4 vs. Redmi Note 4: What's the difference?
- Mophie announces new battery cases for the Galaxy Note 8
November 8
- Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Wilds — Should you buy it?
- Chrome updates set to kill annoying redirects and trick-to-click popups
- Canadians can save $100 on the BlackBerry KEYone Black Edition right now
- T-Mobile's Nest plan includes Nest Secure and Cam Indoor for $480
- Huawei MediaPad M3 tablet: Which storage size should you buy?
- Are you using a screen protector on the Note 8's curved display?
- Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro review: The best fitness tracker for most people
- Free Google Home Mini promo codes now going out to Pixel 2 and 2 XL buyers
November 7
- It's official: Twitter is rolling out 280-character tweets to everyone
- CrossOver on Chrome OS lets you run Windows apps on Chromebooks
- Amazon Fire TV Stick Basic Edition available in 100 countries for $50
- This is the essential NaNoWriMo survival kit
- MIUI 9: Top nine features you need to know
- Apple wins $120 million from Samsung in slide-to-unlock patent lawsuit
November 6
- Google Photo Books now available in Canada
- Shared lists and games might be coming to Allo
- Google Play Movies now offering UHD content in the UK
- Pixel phones get a little something extra in the November security patch
- You can finally use Google Assistant to identify songs
- Why Broadcom's $130 billion Qualcomm deal would be bad for mobile innovation
- HTC U11+ wallpapers are now available for download
- The misery of carrier stores [#acpodcast]
- Google Pixel 2 vs. Pixel: Should you upgrade?
- Monument Valley 2 is now on sale for $4.99
- How did Amazon screw up the Echo Show's best feature so badly?
November 5
- Samsung thinks iPhone owners need to 'grow up' and get a Galaxy
- Unpacking the doomed T-Mobile / Sprint merger
- It's time to stop being afraid of new technology
November 4
- Hidden Agenda for PS4 PlayLink review: Choose carefully or suffer the consequences
November 3
- Here are October's winners of the Honor/Huawei incentive program!
- TELUS drops the Essential Phone down to $650 CAD to spur sales
- Android Wear 2.0 gets its first standalone podcast app with Wear Casts
- Google Home Mini vs. Amazon Echo Dot: Which has better sound quality?
- Some Pixel 2 users are reporting Bluetooth connectivity issues
- These are the apps that support Oreo's Picture-in-Picture feature
- Add-ins for Outlook on Android are a welcome addition
- Star Wars: Jedi Challenges review — The Force is strong in AR
November 2
- Audiobooks, in-app notifications, and more coming to Google Play Store
- YouTube TV finally gets a proper Android TV app (Update: now available!)
- Google shipped some buyers a Pixel 2 XL without an operating system
- Qualcomm sues Apple for giving rival Intel classified information
- Razer Phone: Specs, pricing and availability!
- Latest OnePlus 5 update resolves KRACK vulnerability
- What are Zigbee and Z-Wave? Everything you need to know!
- Can Mophie make an argument for the $150 battery pack?
- Does your Galaxy Note 8 show signs of lag?
- 7 Unique Amazon Echo Dot Cases and Stands to Amp up Your Home Decor
- Xiaomi Redmi Y1 specs: 16MP front camera with LED flash and Snapdragon 435
- HTC U11 Life specs: 5.2-inch display, 2600mAh battery, and Snapdragon 630
- HTC U11+ specs: 6-inch LCD, Snapdragon 835 and 3930mAh battery
November 1
- Razer Phone specs: Top-end everything
- Amazon Echo Show now does Dash Buttons, still doesn't do YouTube
- 10 Amazon Echo Commands You Must Try
- Google removes warranty deductibles from Pixel 2 Preferred Care insurance
- How to get rid of the ads on an Amazon Fire HD tablet with 'special offers'
- LTE networks aren't getting faster, but they are becoming more commonplace