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Creative wallpapers that use the Galaxy S10 hole-punch camera properly

The dark spots on some of Samsung's default wallpapers seem to suggest the Korean giant is ashamed of its selfie-lenses poking through the display on the Samsung Galaxy S10 range. Owners are rather more excited about them though, and have made some impressively fun wallpapers to help show it off.
Huawei Honor 8X review

The best Honor 8X cases and covers

The Honor 8X is a great midrange phone if you're looking for the perfect balance of beauty and power, without taking too much out of your wallet. But it's not invincible, and if you want to be sure it'll make it to your next upgrade, then you need protection. Here are some of the best Honor 8X cases.
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The best restaurant reservation apps for iOS and Android

With the many distractions of modern life, it's far too easy to forget to book yourself a table for that special meal out. Don't worry, apps exist to make that whole process easier. Whether for Valentine's Day or otherwise, here are the best restaurant reservation apps for iOS and Android.
Nokia 7.1 Review

The best Nokia 8.1 cases and covers

The Nokia 8.1 is the latest release in HMD Global's line up of extremely capable Nokia-branded smartphones. With a notch and a powerful midrange processor, it's a good option with a tempting price tag. But it's no match for concrete. Here are some of the best Nokia 8.1 cases to keep your phone protected.
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Motorola Razr vs. Samsung Galaxy Fold: Flipping versus folding

There's little doubt foldable phones are the future, but the form they'll take is uncertain. The Samsung Galaxy Fold is a phone that folds into a tablet, while the newly announced Motorola Razr takes a large screen and folds it down into a more manageable size. Which is better? We found out.
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The foldable Motorola Razr makes big phones less of a handful

Motorola has ended years of speculation by announcing the new Motorola Razr -- a foldable phone that takes more than a few design pointers from the classic Razr V3 clamshell phone. With a vertically folding 6.2-inch POLED display and a smaller external display, is Motorola's vision of the future a winner?
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The CastAway adds a Chromium-powered second screen to your smartphone

Dual-screen and foldable phones are the future -- but it's likely to be an exceptionally expensive future. In a new IndieGoGo campaign, CastAway is offering to add dual-screen functionality to your existing smartphone for just $200. Powered by Chromium, the CastAway can be used as a book, laptop, or a second device.
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iOS 13.3 beta reveals RAM management fixes and hides away the Memoji keyboard

The iOS 13.3 public beta has been released, and it seems that Apple's next mobile update is going to be something of a quiet nght in. Regardless, it's a welcome update, as it seems to fix the app-killing bug introduced in iOS 13.2, alongside some additional settings, and another great tool for Screen Time.
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YouTube launches fresh new homepage on iOS and Android tablets and desktops

YouTube is making it easier to navigate your homepage on tablets and desktop devices with its new interface changes. The new homepage will combine larger thumbnails with longer titles, and will add channel icons into the mix. You'll also get some additional features, such as adding to Now Playing playlists.
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Samsung Galaxy S11’s codename hints it may pack a periscope zoom lens camera

Rumors are saying the Samsung Galaxy S11 range will introduce some major camera improvements, but the device's codename may have just given a big new feature away. According to leaked rumors, the Samsung Galaxy S11 is codenamed "Hubble," and may come with a 5x periscope telephoto zoom lens.
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iExpand? Apple patents multiple bizarre, expandable smart ring designs

We're all so preoccupied with the screens in our pockets that we've forgotten they can be put elsewhere. Well, Apple hasn't, and it patented a bunch of designs for smart rings with expandable sections. Could a ring with an expanding display be in your future, rather than the iPhone 16?
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SiriusXM comes to Nest Home devices to boost your listening and watching options

Internet radio service SiriusXM is coming to U.S. and Canadian Google Nest smart speakers and smart displays this week, giving you even more choice where listening is concerned. With options to listen to talk radio stations, dedicated artist channels, and even watch exclusive video content through a SiriusXM sub.
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How to turn on the futuristic RCS messaging in Google Messages right now

It might not be as exciting the next Galaxy smartphone, but RCS messaging represents a long-awaited upgrade to the extremely basic SMS text message, and it adds features that turn the humble text message into a chat app. But it's not available yet -- unless you use this trick to turn it on in Google Messages.
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Square Off’s new self-moving chessboard doesn’t just play chess

The Square Off self-moving chessboard was one of the best parts of CES 2017. Now, the chessboard that emulates Wizard's Chess from Harry Potter just got better with the launch of the Square Off Neo and the Square Off Swap, with new features that allow you to watch live professional chess games in real time and more.
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Google Pixel 4 XL vs. iPhone 11 Pro Max: Can Google bite the big Apple?

Google's Pixel 4 XL is the search engine giant's latest addition to its range of flagship phones, and it's a good one. With upgraded internals, an improved camera, and the radar-powered air gestures, it's the phone of the moment. But can is it good enough to take a bite out of the big Apple: the iPhone 11 Pro Max?
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A 5G version of the OnePlus 7T Pro exists, but it’s a limited T-Mobile exclusive

We were worried we wouldn't see another 5G-enabled OnePlus phone this year, but thankfully, that's turned out to not be true. OnePlus has teamed up with T-Mobile to deliver the OnePlus 7T Pro 5G McClaren Edition on T-Mobile's growing 5G network. Pricing and release date will be announced soon.
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The Galaxy S10’s fingerprint sensor can be fooled by a screen protector

Samsung has confirmed reports the Samsung Galaxy S10's ultrasonic fingerprint scanner can be fooled by a simple film screen protector. According to recent reports, putting a screen protector on the S10 allows an unregistered fingerprint to unlock a Galaxy S10. Thankfully, Samsung claims a software update is on the way.
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Nest Mini, Pixelbook Go, and more: Everything Google announced at the Pixel 4 event

Google took to the stage at the Pixel 4 Made by Google event, and it announced a wealth of new devices to take your heart away. But not everyone can watch live, and you may need to catch up. From the Google Pixel 4, to the new Pixel Buds 2, and even the Pixelbook Go, here's everything announced at the Pixel 4 event.
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Here’s how to watch the Pixel 4 Made by Google event from today

The Google Pixel 4 launch is just around the corner and Google is throwing a party to celebrate. With new phones, a new Pixelbook, and some new smart devices expected, it's due to be quite the show. But how can you tune in and watch it live? Here's how you can watch all the Made by Google October 2019 reveals.
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What to expect at the Made by Google Pixel 4 event today

October is the spookiest month around, but there's nothing scary about the impending launch of the Google Pixel 4. Google's made no secret of its intentions for the October 15 event, but there's more than just the Pixel 4 smartphone. From a new Nest Wifi to a Pixelbook Go, here's what to expect.
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Don’t expect to see a 5G Pixel 4 and the Pixel Watch at Made by Google today

There's absolutely going to be a lot to see at Google's Pixel 4 Made by Google event today, but some last-minute rumors say we won't be seeing two fairly huge devices. According to sources speaking to 9to5 Google, neither the Google Pixel 4 5G or Google Pixel Watch will be shown off by Google today.
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Samsung rolling out Android 10 One UI beta to certain S10 owners in the U.S.

Samsung has launched the beta for its custom Android 10 skin, One UI. If you're based in the U.S. and are using a Samsung Galaxy S10, S10 Plus, or S10e, then you can sign up to the Samsung Members app and apply for beta access. Here are some of the top features Samsung is adding that you can try out.
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Nomad and Aira have created the Apple AirPower wireless charger we always wanted

Apple thought it couldn't be done, but Nomad and Aira have done it -- a wireless charger that can charge multiple devices at once. Named the Base Station Pro, the AirPower-like wireless charger has a single charging coil that can track and charge up to three devices at once -- including Apple's AirPods.
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Tim Cook defends removal of Hong Kong protest app from the App Store

Amid protests in Hong Kong, Apple has pulled the controversial HKmap.live app, which displays the location of police, from its app store following a critical op-ed in the People's Daily, a Chinese state-owned newspaper. Apple CEO Tim Cook has defended the decision in an internal memo.
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Kobo Forma e-book readers can now access Dropbox. Here’s how to link up

If you're not using an Amazon Kindle for your e-books, then the Kobo Forma is the high-end e-book reader for you. Accessibility was always a big selling point for it, but now the Forma has been supercharged by the addition of Dropbox access, so you can quickly download and read books, documents, and more.
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New Android phones must support USB-C PD and Digital Wellbeing, Google says

Google has changed its requirements for access to Google's services and now requires that Android phones from this point on must support the open charging standard, USB-C PD, and Google's Digital Wellbeing tool. While this may seem innocuous, it means you'll soon be able to access more fast charging.
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Leaked Canadian Pixel 4 pricing suggests we should prepare for a price hike

The Google Pixel 4 is just over a week away, but the leaks haven't stopped arriving yet. The latest news to hit our doorsteps is that of pricing — and there's something of an unwelcome surprise for all of us. According to leaked Canadian pricing, the Pixel 4 range may see some small price increases.
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Can a $400 phone last for four years? The Teracube phone is up for the challenge

Upgrading your phone every year can make a huge pile of e-waste, and waiting to upgrade can cut that down significantly. Teracube is taking that to the extreme, and has launched a phone that claims it will last up to four years with a suitably generous replacement and warranty program. Say hello to the Teracube.
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Apple analyst predicts iPhone SE 2 with iPhone 11’s processor to arrive in 2020

The iPhone SE 2 has to be one of the most highly anticipated iPhone releases of all time, and it seems it's finally on the way. Renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has added fuel to speculation that the iPhone SE 2 will arrive in early 2020, and will essentially be an upgraded version of the iPhone 8.
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Here’s how the new Google Assistant and Motion Sense will work on the Pixel 4

The Google Pixel 4 is just around the corner, so leaks are flying in now. The latest leaks are a series of marketing videos that show off the new Motion Sense control method and the updated Google Assistant on the Pixel 4, as well as some shiny new features for everyone's favorite Google A.I.
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The foldable Microsoft phone exists! Say hello to the Microsoft Surface Duo

Well that certainly caught us by surprise — Microsoft just announced a foldable phone at its Surface event. The Microsoft Surface Duo is a new breed of folding phone, and the perfect complement to the incredible new Surface Neo. Here's absolutely everything you need to know about the Microsoft Surface Duo.
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The Motorola Razr foldable phone may launch before the end of 2019

The Motorola Razr V3 is one of the world's most iconic phones, and it could be making a return in the form of a foldable Motorola smartphone. We haven't seen the phone yet, but leaks are creating a comprehensive picture of its possible design and specifications. Here's what we know about it so far.
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OnePlus 7T vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 10: Flagship smartphone comparison

The OnePlus 7T is the latest addition to its flagship-killing pantheon, and it's an amazing phone with capabilities that bely its $600 price. But a flagship killer needs a flagship to kill, and we're testing it against the Samsung Galaxy Note 10. At $950, it has power to match its price. Can OnePlus win?
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Android Go: Everything you need to know about Google’s low-power mobile OS

Android is great, but it can be a bit unwieldy for low-powered devices. That's why Google released Android Go, a lighter version of Android meant just for phones with less than 1.5GB of RAM and less. This light OS and a bevy of similarly refined Go apps provide everything a low-powered phone needs.