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Labor Day deals heat up with over 40% OFF some of our favorite last-gen wireless headphones The Sony WH-1000XM4s get hit with 43% off at Amazon for Labor Day.

via Samsung is getting its chip licenses revoked in China Samsung and SK Hynix seem to be caught in a crossfire between the US-China trade war, as the two chip manufacturers are getting their licenses revoked by the US Commerce Department and won't be able to use new equipment in their Chinese factories. Samsung and SK Hynix both have chip manufacturing facilities in several countries, including China. The interesting bit about the Chinese factories, however, is the fact that Samsung, for example, produces legacy chips over there, leaving the production of high-end chips in South Korea and the US. The US is a key partner in the chip...

This Galaxy Watch clearance deal could be your LAST CHANCE at this classic model — score $287 off! The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic still has years of support and a stylish design, and it's 60% off on Amazon and Best Buy (until it's gone for good).

The first 10 things to do with the Google Pixel 10 The Google Pixel 10 features a bevy of new software and AI features. Here are some of the first things you should do when you get your device.

Stop everything! The Google Pixel Tablet just crashed to a RECORD LOW price during Amazon's Labor Day sale Complete your home's Pixel ecosystem with this historic deal.

New Total Wireless deal wants to give your entire family FREE Motorola phones — it's as simple as it sounds Bring your family to Total Wireless with an eligible data plan and the MVNO carrier will give you up to four Moto G Stylus 5G (2024) phones for FREE.

via Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 may not be called that In late September, Qualcomm will unveil its next-gen flagship chipset, the successor to the Snapdragon 8 Elite from last year. We've been tentatively calling this the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, but today a new rumor out of China claims that might not be its name at all. Instead, Qualcomm could opt for the initially much more confusing Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. There are two reasons for this, if it does pan out. First, while "Gen 5" sounds weird since the 8 Elite only came out last year, that chip was actually the successor to the 8 Gen 3 (so it's "Gen 4" despite not being called...

Holy macaroni, you won't believe how cheap this Samsung Chromebook is during Best Buy's Labor Day sale No strings attached

via Xiaomi announces HyperOS 3.0 based on Android 16, beta rollout begins shortly Xiaomi officially announced HyperOS 3.0 based on Android 16 for its phones and gave a list of devices that are eligible for beta testing. It's important to note that the announcement was for the Chinese market, so some features may vary, and the release dates will likely be different as well. The new HyperOS 3.0 brings a slight visual revamp with new icons, a new status bar and the addition of Super Island. Additionally, 3.0 also offers AI capability improvements and under-the-hood tweaks for enhanced performance. The Super Island feature is much like the Dynamic Island on iOS. It...

Honor Magic V5 brings real-time AI translation straight to your pocket The Honor Magic V5 wants to break down language barriers on your calls in real time.

Sideloading apps onto Android phones from random sources won’t be an option starting in 2026 Google is locking the gates in 2026 and blocking random app installs from the wild web.

Google launches Pixel Care+ program with free screen repairs for Pixel 10 and more Google announced its new Pixel Care+ protection program for its devices, such as the Pixel 10.

via Oppo Find X9's full specs leak, big upgrades in tow Oppo is expected to be unveiling the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro (and perhaps a third Plus model too) in October. Ahead of that, full specs for the Find X9 have purportedly been leaked today. Do however keep in mind that some past rumors claimed the X9 would have a 6.3" screen, and so if that pans out then these specs actually belong to the Find X9 Plus. Regardless, let's dive in. The phone allegedly has a 6.59-inch LTPO OLED screen with "1.5K" resolution and 120 Hz refresh rate, an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor, and it's powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 SoC. Oppo Find...

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Finally! The Galaxy Z Fold 7 just scored a historic discount to challenge the Pixel 10 Pro Fold As part of its Labor Day sale, Amazon is slashing $300 off the new Galaxy Z Fold 7. Take that, Google!

Google Pixel 10 launch live blog: Reviews, camera comparisons, deals, and more The Google Pixel 10 is here, and we're reacting to all the reviews, sharing our thoughts on everything we've seen. Follow along!

What are the best headphones to pair with the Galaxy S25 for premium sound? The Galaxy S25 is one of the best Android phones on the market today, so it's no wonder folks are trying to find its ideal audio companion.

Best Google Pixel Watch 4 screen protectors 2025 The best Google Pixel Watch 4 screen protectors are highly affordable and available in both 41mm and 45mm size options. Here are the best picks in one place.

Call off the search - Verizon has THE Google Pixel 10 Pro deal to beat The Pixel 10 Pro is here, and Verizon is offering one of the few deals that could get you the phone for FREE without a trade-in.

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Only a few smartwatches have marathon training plans — so I found the best and worst options for my Garmin marathon I found every fitness watch with a personalized marathon training plan, so I could choose one for my own marathon this November.

These 'supremely comfortable' earbuds changed the way I listen to music, and now they're 17% off at Amazon New Pixel earbuds are expected to be announced next week, but why wait when you can score a sweet discount on their predecessors today?

The elite Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones raise the bar again Sony continues its tradition of producing class-leading headphones, but the WH-1000XM6 have some strong competition.

Experience the new material 3 design in Google Contacts: What’s changed? The Contacts app now has a cleaner layout and a bold new Material 3 Expressive design.

via Samsung Galaxy A07 color options and specifications leaked The upcoming Galaxy A07 from Samsung has seen its fair share of leaks. Most recently, the phone was spotted on a certification site. While design renders of the smartphone had leaked earlier, new renders show the phone in three color options. The phone is expected to launch this month. As per renders shared by a tipster, the Galaxy A07 will be available in three color options - grey or dark blue, green, and light blue. The images also reveal some specifications of the handset. It will be equipped with a 6nm SoC, offer an IP54 rating, and sport a 6.7-inch HD+ LCD display...

Amazon is shutting down its Android app store next week Amazon's App Store on Android is shutting down, and the company wants people to prepare.

via Honor Magic V Flip 2 launch is imminent, Jimmy Choo edition teased For the upcoming Magic V Flip 2, Honor has once again partnered up with Jimmy Choo for one of the colorways, just like for the original. This has been revealed today by Jimmy Choo himself, who also posted the sketches you can see below. Here's what the fashion designer has to say about the device: We are honored to once again collaborate with Honor, weaving our signature haute couture vision into the creation of the new Honor Magic V Flip 2. The back cover features an exquisite crystal inlay, where cutting-edge innovation meets the timeless artistry of crystal to create a dazzling...

Best Google Pixel phones 2025 Google has put a lot of work into removing any stigma from its smartphone lineup, and the evidence is clear. The only problem we face now is deciding which of these are the best Google Pixel phones to buy.

Amazon quietly drops HUGE Google Pixel phone sale ahead of the Pixel 10 launch — this is not a test! A little over a week before the Made by Google 2025 announcement event, Amazon has decided to unleash some epic discounts on some of the best Pixel devices available today, from smartphones to watches.

Meta revamps business protection tools, bringing a more seamless user interface Meta updated its Brand Rights Protection tools for businesses on all platforms, including those in Canada.

via Huawei Mate 80 RS to sport a dual-layer OLED and a titanium frame Beyond the usual vanilla and Pro models, Huawei has a tradition of releasing a special, often limited-edition RS variation of its flagship, primarily as a showcase of its technological prowess. This year, we will likely get the Mate 80 RS and some industry insider leaks have already started surfacing regarding the crown jewel in Huawei’s upcoming roster. The first rumored spec is not that surprising at all since last year’s Mate 70 RS Ultimate already debuted the dual-layer OLED tech. Apparently, it will be featured in the Mate 80 RS as well. Dual-layer OLEDs, as the name suggests, have...

via Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro designs leak, Week 31 in review The iPhone 17 Pro, uncharacteristically, leaked in the wild after taking a stroll around Union Square, San Francisco. The phone has a design-protective case, but we can still make out the repositioned LED and LiDAR in the top corner, falling in line with rumors. We also saw iPhone 17 dummies, showing the new color palette. The orange is particularly striking. Expect the iPhone 17 series to be announced in early September, possibly on the 12th. Apple iPhone 17 Pro spotted in the wild It's not often that we get to see unreleased iPhones...

via Weekly poll results: Apple Watches surprisingly popular, Google and Samsung need to step up their game While smartphones have converged on pretty much the same formula, there is a wide variety of smart watch/band/ring/etc. devices out there. And the results from last week’s poll are quite interesting. Most of our readers who use a smart wearable have an Apple Watch. We are pretty sure that most of our readers have Android phones, but apparently, they don’t use smart wearables all that much. That aside, Wear OS is surprisingly low – almost half the popularity of Apple’s watchOS watches. Other advanced smartwatch platforms (e.g. Huawei) are also more popular than the platform that is...