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New Amazon Fire HD 10 brings improved performance to the big-screen tablet

Amazon has updated the Fire HD 10 with three new models: The Amazon Fire HD 10, Fire HD 10 Plus, and Fire HD 10 Kids. The new tablets improve on performance.
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Top 5 cases for your Microsoft Surface Pro 3

The Surface Pro 3 is a great device, but it's not cheap. Check out some of our favorite cases for the Microsoft 2-in-1, so you can add protection and style.
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2021 Motorola Moto G series: Here’s which phone you should buy

The 2021 Motorola Moto G series consists of three new devices, all with their own advantages and disadvantages. So which phone should you get?
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Best alternatives to Google’s preinstalled Android apps

Want to get away from Google's preinstalled Android apps? Usually, Google apps like Google Maps, Gmail, and so on, are central to the Android experience -- but they don't necessarily have to be. Here are the best alternatives to the preinstalled apps that come with your phone.
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Zagg will pay toward your iPhone screen repair if InvisibleShield fails to protect it

Zagg is pretty confident in its InvisibleShield technology --if you break your phone's screen while using InvisibleShield, it will pay for the repair.
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Please don’t buy these cheap Android tablets

You can spend a ton on a great tablet, but if you don't want to, it can be tempting to buy a cheap off-brand device. Here's what you should do instead.
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The best prepaid 5G phone plans in 2022

5G is here, but while all the major carriers have nationwide 5G coverage, you might not know which prepaid carriers have it. Here are the best 5G prepaid plans.
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You really should pay crazy money for an iPad Magic Keyboard

The iPad Pro's Magic Keyboard is way overpriced. But if you have the cash to spend and want a great keyboard, it's still easily the way to go.
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Nokia 6 (2018) vs. Lenovo Moto G5S Plus: Can Nokia take out the budget champion?

The 2018 version of the Nokia 6 is finally here, but can it beat the Lenovo Moto G5S Plus, arguably the best budget phone available?
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Huawei P20 Pro vs Google Pixel 2 XL: Can the P20 Pro dethrone Android royalty?

Huawei has finally unveiled the new P20 and P20 Pro, its latest and greatest flagship phone. But is it enough to take out Google's champion, the Google Pixel 2 XL?
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LG G7 ThinQ vs. Google Pixel 2 XL: A brains-versus-brawn comparison

LG has finally taken the wraps off the new LG G7 ThinQ, its latest and greatest flagship phone. But how does the G7 ThinQ compare to other top-tier devices? The Google Pixel 2 XL has been hailed as one of the best Android phones out there. Let's find out if it's enough to fend off the attack from LG.
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HTC U12 vs Google Pixel 2 XL: Can HTC take out the stock Android king?

HTC has finally unveiled the new HTC U12 Plus, its latest and greatest flagship phone boasting some of the best specs you can find on a phone in 2018. But can it take down the Google Pixel 2 XL, which many consider to be one of the best Android phones ever released? We put the two head-to-head to find out.
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LG V35 ThinQ vs. Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus vs. Galaxy S9: Flagship standoff

LG is back with the LG V35 ThinQ, a device that's sure to be one of the better phones of the year. But can it take out other top-tier flagship phones such as the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9 Plus? We put all three phones head to head to find out which of them was the best buy.
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The LG V40 ThinQ, G7 ThinQ, and Watch W7 are discounted for the holidays

LG announced a series of deals for the holiday season, in which you'll be able to get the company's two flagship phones -- the V40 ThinQ and G7 ThinQ -- as well as its latest smartwatch, for between $150 and $200 off, depending on the device. The deals are available from Amazon, Best Buy, and B&H.
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Motorola Moto E (2020) review: Great value at $150

The Moto E has decent specs for the price and a modern design, but there are tons of budget phones. Is the Moto E the phone to beat in the under-$150 range?
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The OnePlus 9, touting new Hasselblad camera, will be unveiled on March 23

OnePlus has an event scheduled for March 23 that will certainly be where it launches the OnePlus 9, its next-gen flagship phone with a Hasselblad camera.
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OnePlus 9 vs. OnePlus 9 Pro: Save yourself some money

The OnePlus 9 series brings with it new camera branding and better displays. But should you go for standard OnePlus 9, or spend extra on the OnePlus 9 Pro?
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OnePlus 9 vs OnePlus 8: Should you spend extra cash?

The OnePlus 9 is here, representing a modest improvement over the OnePlus 8. But should you upgrade to the latest and greatest device?
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OnePlus updated the OnePlus 9’s camera software, and it made a big difference

The OnePlus 9 series offers excellent performance, a great software experience, and a decent camera. But the camera was almost not even decent.
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The OnePlus 8 Pro’s color filter camera can see through certain plastics

The new OnePlus 8 Pro offers a range of awesome features, and it turns out one of those interesting features is the ability to see through certain plastics.
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Google Assistant can now finally talk like a (John) Legend

Google Assistant's voice is about to get a whole lot smoother. After months of delays, Google has finally announced that John Legend's voice is coming to Assistant, meaning you'll be able to get the R&B singer to answer all your burning questions about the today's weather forecast and why the sky is blue.
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These are our favorite new Android 12 features so far

The Android 12 beta is here, finally giving us a good look at what Android 12 will eventually look like. Here are our favorite Android 12 features so far.
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Google’s ARCore is getting better at tracking moving images

Google has announced a series of updates to ARCore that should make the augmented reality experience a whole lot more fluid. For example, ARCore is getting better at tracking moving images through Augmented Images, plus you'll soon be able to view augmented reality objects directly in Search.
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Google Maps will let you enter Incognito Mode, and it won’t store your data

Google announced a series of improved privacy features, allowing users to manage how long Google stores their data, and even added an Incognito Mode to Google Maps. When that particular feature is active, location information won't be stored to your Google account.
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Google Assistant can now book movie tickets for you all by itself

Google has released a new feature to Google Assistant on your phone -- the ability for Assistant to navigate through movie-booking websites and book tickets for you. The feature works with a range of different cinemas and movie-booking services in both the U.S. and the U.K.
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Google Lens’ new dining and translation features are now rolling out

Google announced a series of new features for Lens at Google I/O 2019, and now some of the coolest of those features are finally rolling out. Notably, Google Lens is gaining the ability to recognize menu items at a restaurant and show reviews and photos of dishes you might find interesting.
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Google Maps is getting improved Live View navigation, more detailed map data

Google has announced a series of updates to Maps at Google I/O 2021, including a better Live View and a more detailed map in 50 more cities.
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Android 12 Beta 1: Is it worth installing?

The first beta of Android 12 is finally here, allowing developers and brave users to test out the next-generation operating system. But should you install it?
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Google I/O 2019 will take place at a familiar time and at a predictable locale

Google has taken the wraps off of the dates and location for Google I/O 2019. The event is set to take place from May 7 to 9 at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California -- which is pretty much when and where we would expect the event to take place. At I/O, Google is expected to unveil Android Q.
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Google is making Gmail safer with new security warnings for malicious links

Google has updated Gmail, both on Android and the web, with a number of new security features.
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Apple AirPods users are reporting dropped connectivity during phone calls

Apple's AirPods are largely hailed as a great accessory for iPhone 7 users -- but they don't come without their issues.
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Pixel 3 XL vs. iPhone XS Max: Which plus-sized flagship reigns supreme?

The Google Pixel 3 XL is finally here, boasting improved performance, a new design, and more. But can it take out the other super-sized phone that recently came out, the Apple iPhone XS Max? We put the two phones head to head to find out which was the better option.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G brings better performance to Samsung’s clamshell

Samsung has taken the wraps off of the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, a follow-up to the original Galaxy Z Flip with 5G support and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus.
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Moto G Power (2021) review: Excellent battery life for just $200, and little more

Motorola has once again refreshed the Moto G line, including the new Moto G Power. It's bigger and has killer battery life -- and some cutbacks.