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Samsung Galaxy Book S hands-on review

Samsung’s successor to the Galaxy Book 2 is the Galaxy Book S, a super lightweight Windows laptop that’s powered by a Qualcomm processor. While we haven’t been impressed by Qualcomm-powered Windows laptops so far, the chip used here might change things for the better.
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Sprint and OnePlus are bringing a 5G phone to the U.S. soon

Sprint and OnePlus are working together to bring a 5G smartphone to the U.S. It will be the fourth 5G product available on the carrier. OnePlus already has a 5G phone in other parts of the world. It's unclear if this upcoming phone is the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G, or something new.
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OnePlus 7 Pro vs. Pixel 3a vs. ZenFone 6 vs. Samsung Galaxy A50: Camera shootout

You don't need to spend a ton of money to get a good camera phone. We take a look at some of our favorite midrange phones to find the best camera in this price bracket. That includes the $350 Samsung Galaxy A50, the $400 Google Pixel 3a, the $500 Asus ZenFone 6, and the $669 OnePlus 7 Pro.
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Hands on with Android Auto’s redesign and Assistant’s driver mode

Google just rolled out a series of updates to its Android Auto software. The new interface is darker and more intuitive to use, and requires fewer taps. There's also a driving mode coming to Google Assistant, as well as remote control options for certain cars.
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Moto E6 hands-on review

Motorola’s latest is the Moto E6, its most affordable phone this year, and a follow-up to the Moto E5 series from 2018. The Moto E6 is unremarkable. It doesn’t have many features worth talking about. Why? Motorola says it focused on improving the fundamentals.
Kindle Oasis (2019) Review

Kindle Oasis (2019) review

It’s 2019, and Amazon’s latest Kindle Oasis still comes with a Micro USB charging port over USB-C. But that’s just about our only complaint with the newest top-of-the-line ebook reader, which comes with a new color-adjustable front light. It helps makes it Amazon’s best yet.

JBL’s Google Assistant-powered Link Bar now available for purchase

Speakers offering built-in Google Assistant functionality have become so common that it’s essentially expected now. Android TV is another thing, but that’s exactly what the JBL Link Bar does, combining Google Assistant and all the functionality of Android TV in a soundbar that plugs into your TV.
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Moment Air brings an anamorphic lens to DJI’s drones for cinematic flair

Moment Air is the latest project from Moment, which includes an anamorphic lens for the DJI Mavic 2 Pro and the Mavic 2 Zoom. It also includes ND and CPL filters for the camera on the drones and the lens, as well as an ultrathin iPhone case that works with Moment's M-series mount.
LG V50 ThinQ 5G review

LG V50 ThinQ 5G review

If a phone supports 5G, that doesn’t mean you should buy it. The first wave of 5G phones are here, including the LG V50 ThinQ; it’s a strong phone in almost every area, but it’s too overpriced for the features it offers. Battery life is also a concern on 4G LTE. Here’s our review.
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Samsung teases Note 10 feature as invites go out for its next Galaxy Unpacked

The next Samsung Galaxy Note event will take place on August 7 in New York City. It's widely expected to see the launch of Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 smartphone, and Samsung may have teased a new feature in its invite. It features an S Pen drawing a circular camera, suggesting a connection between the two.
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T-Mobile’s 5G network is blazing NYC’s lower east side. Here are our test results

T-Mobile’s 5G is finally live in the U.S., specifically in select areas of six major cities. While the only device you can use to access it costs $1,300, it won’t cost you anything more than the carrier’s existing unlimited plan. We took the Galaxy S10 5G out for a spin in New York City to test T-Mobile’s 5G download speeds.
iPadOS Hands-on

iPadOS hands-on review

Apple’s iPads are the best tablets around, and they’re getting even better with the forthcoming software update that will convert the operating system from iOS to iPadOS. It’s a new chapter for iPads, and the future is looking bright.
iOS 13 Hands-on

iOS 13 hands-on review

iOS 13 is here -- at least, the public beta has landed. You can install it now on a supported iPhone. Check out our iOS 13 hands on as we dive into some of the biggest new features, from user interface changes and Dark mode to the new Photos app. If you do plan to install it, you should backup your data.
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Palm: Stand-alone or connected, here’s everything you need to know

The all-new Palm is here and it's extremely tiny. It syncs to your primary phone and acts as a secondary device -- to help you disconnect from technology. Coming in at $350, the phone is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 435 and runs Android 8.1 Oreo. Here's everything you need to know.
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The 2019 class of camera phones is great, and we tested them to find the best

It's the middle of the year, which means it's time for a mid-year camera shootout in an effort to find which 2019 flagship sports the best shooter. Here, we pit six phones against one another, including the OnePlus 7 Pro, Pixel 3a XL, Huawei P30 Pro, iPhone XS Max, Galaxy S10 Plus, and Nokia 9 PureView.
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Amazon takes on Roku with new Fire TV Edition TVs supporting Dolby Vision

Amazon has announced new Fire TV Edition TVs with Dolby Vision support, which should allow for impressive HDR contrast from a growing collection of Dolby Vision videos. The company has also announced a pop up at the Dolby Soho space in New York, where visitors can get the full Dolby Vision experience.
LG V40 ThinQ Review

LG’s V50 ThinQ is a different take on the folding phone, and it supports 5G

LG has a habit of releasing too many similar phones. Following on the heels of the V40 ThinQ, which arrived last October, the company has now unveiled the LG V50 ThinQ. The marquee difference is that the new phone supports 5G networks, and an accessory turns the V50 into a foldable phone.
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The stand-alone Palm is now available, but you don’t really need it

Palm, the reinvented company carrying the name of the brand we all know, has released a stand-alone version of its tiny Android-powered smartphone. That means you don't need another phone to use it with, and you don't need to pay for another data plan. But you'll still need to deal with poor battery life.
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Huawei’s lock screen ads were a mistake, but may be a sign of things to come

Ads were placed on the lock screen of Huawei device owners yesterday, causing outcry on forums and social media. Huawei initially said it wasn't responsible, but that's no longer the case. Here's what happened.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 tips and tricks

Now that you've managed to get your hands on the gorgeous Samsung Galaxy Note 9, it's time to get to know your new phone. From its redesigned S Pen to the all-new Samsung One UI, there are plenty of new features to try out. Here are a few of our favorite Samsung Galaxy Note 9 tips and tricks.

Moto Z4 review

Motorola’s new phone is the Moto Z4, a midrange device powered by the Snapdragon 675 with 4GB of RAM. It has a 48-megapixel rear camera and uses Quad Pixel technology for better low-light photos, but it’s not as impressive as it sounds.
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Apple Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR: First look

Apple has two new products it announced at WWDC 2019: The Mac Pro and the Pro Display XDR. Both cost thousands of dollars and aren't for you, but that doesn't mean you won't stop ogling them. The Mac Pro has insane levels of performance, once maxed out, and the display has peak brightness of 1,600 nits.
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We tested Sprint’s 5G. It might not be worth an upgrade yet

Sprint has launched its 5G network, and its CEO is calling it the largest initial coverage footprint in the country. We flew down to Dallas to test it out using LG’s V50 ThinQ and HTC’s 5G Hub, both of which will be available May 31. The initial rollout includes Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, and Kansas City.
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Apple Pay, Google Pay will work with MTA’s tap-and-pay system for NYC transit

In New York City? The MTA is bringing tap and pay systems to public transit, so you'll be able to use contactless payment options. The new system is called OMNY, and it will eventually replace the MetroCard. You can use Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other digital wallets. Here's what you need to know.

Moment’s new camera bags are small, but fashionable and functional

Moment, the company that makes high-quality lenses for smartphones, has announced a lineup of camera bags, in addition to a new line of wallet cases. It's a new category for the company, and represents an expansion that's turning Moment into more of a lifestyle brand, rather than just a camera company.
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5G your old phone: HTC’s 5G Hub is now available for pre-order from Sprint

The HTC 5G Hub runs Android Pie, has a Qualcomm 855 processor, 4GB of RAM, and an HD touchscreen, but it's not a phone -- it's a hot spot designed to connect to 5G. You can leave it at home or work, or take it on the go. It's ideal if you want 5G this year, but don't want to shell out $1,000 or more for a 5G phone.
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Verizon’s 5G is blazing fast on the Galaxy S10 5G, if you’re on the right block

The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G is finally here, so Digital Trends hit Chicago to test its capabilities on Verizon's 5G network. As with the Moto Z3 and Moto Mod, service is still limited, and there are a lot of caveats to get a perfect connection, but it's super fast. Here's what we found.
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The Motorola One Vision is a 21:9 Android One phone with a 48-megapixel camera

Motorola has a new phone, but unlike its Moto G7 series, the Motorola One Vision comes with a promise of two years of Android version updates, and three years of security updates. That's because it's an Android One phone. Its marquee feature, however, is the 48-megapixel camera on the back.
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Nokia 4.2, Nokia 3.2, Nokia 1 Plus, Nokia 210 hands-on review

HMD's Nokia 9 PureView smartphone, which has five camera lenses on the back, may have stolen the show at Mobile World Congress 2019, but the company also announced four other phones — all of which cost under $200.
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The OnePlus 7 Pro undermines the most appealing part of OnePlus

OnePlus has a new phone -- the OnePlus 7 Pro. It brings cutting-edge features like a pop-up selfie camera, a full screen design, triple rear cameras, and a screen with a 90Hz refresh rate. All of this comes at a $100 price bump. With a starting $669 price tag, OnePlus is losing its best feature.
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Your laptop can fold, but can it bend? Lenovo’s next-gen ThinkPad is flexible

Lenovo is going a step further than Samsung's Galaxy Fold with its first foldable computer. It unfolds out to offer a 13.3-inch screen, but when folded up it resembles a compact notebook. It can be used as a tablet or a traditional laptop. Here's what it's like to use.

Android Q is standardizing navigation controls across all Android phones

Android Pie introduced a new gesture navigation system for using Android, but it also enabled other Android manufacturers to create their own navigation systems, fragmenting the experience. Android Q is standardizing it across all Android phones for a unified experience instead.
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Google Pixel 3: Key settings you need to change on your brand-new phone

Google's Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3a, and Pixel 3a XL smartphones are great devices -- but not perfect out of the box. We've rounded up a handful of key settings we think you should tweak or turn on, from Now Playing to fingerprint gestures, to get the most out of your new device.
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Here’s what Google’s Tiles on Wear OS look like, and how they work

Smartwatches are all about convenience and accessing the information you need, when you need it. Google's Wear OS is about to get a whole lot more convenient with a new interface that pulls in your calendar, fitness goals, and more. Called Tiles on Wear OS, it's being shown off at Google I/O 2019.