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Samsung Galaxy A71s 5G UW could be first mid-ranger on Verizon's 5G mmWave network

The first true mid-range phone with support for Verizon's mmWave 5G network could be the Samsung Galaxy A71s 5G UW. The phone will be powered by the Snapdragon 765 which has an integrated Snapdragon X52 5G modem which supports both sub-6GHz and mmWave spectrum.

Motorola Moto E LE coming soon, likely to succeed the Moto E6

The Motorola Moto E LE has been spotted at Verizon, although photos of it have yet to be made available.

Google's new AR social distancing tool can keep you safe

Sodar is Google's new social distancing tool for Android phones that uses AR to show a six-foot ring around you. This allows you to see at a glance whether someone is a safe distance away.

Huawei's 2021 flagships could be powered by Snapdragon chips says one analyst

According to one analyst, Huawei could end up using Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets for its 2021 flagship models which would include the the P50 and Mate 50 lines.

Samsung's new Exynos chipset for budget-friendly phones packs a punch

Even though it's positioned almost at the bottom of the list of chipsets manufactured by Samsung when it comes to performance, the Exynos 850 provides support for powerful specs in the world of affordable smartphones.

Tidal brings Dolby Atmos Music support to home devices

Together with Dolby Laboratories, Tidal is now bringing support for Dolby Atmos Music technology to home devices like TVs, soundbars, home theater systems, and home speakers.

Many Google Pixel Buds 2 owners complain of audio issues

The Pixel Buds 2 are losing audio while users are taking a walk or jogging, and this seems to happen quite frequently.

New images of Pixel 4a XL rear cover show us what might have been

More images from a back panel that Google made for Pixel 4a XL prototypes have leaked. The existence of the rear cover shows that the company was considering offering a Pixel 4a XL this year.

ZTE's unique tri-fold phone spotted in new patent

ZTE patents a daring foldable design that folds in thirds. The design looks like it still has a bit of development to go, but it's an interesting take on an increasingly popular mobile segment.

The 'successful' partnership between OnePlus and McLaren is officially over

If you liked the special McLaren editions of the OnePlus 7T Pro and 6T, you'll probably be sad to hear the two companies have recently concluded their collaboration.

Best phones for kids (2020)

We take a look at smartphones that are best suited for adolescents and younger kids, taking in consideration what's important to them and their parents.

updated The most unique (and controversial) thing about the OnePlus 8 Pro 5G is temporarily disabled

Love it or hate it, the "X-ray" feature enabled by the color filter camera of the OnePlus 8 Pro 5G will be disabled by an impending software update until the company can address some user privacy concerns.

What is iOS Battery Health and how to make your iPhone battery last longer

Ever since Apple introduced the Battery Health feature to iPhone and iPad, there have been people keeping an eye on it and worrying about the number there slowly declining. This article will explain why there's little to worry about and will provide useful tips on how to take better care of your iPhone battery so that it lasts longer.

Verizon claims its 5G rollout is ahead of schedule as network slowly continues to expand

San Diego has become the 35th US city with (limited) support for Verizon's blazing fast 5G network, and although the technology remains controversial, the carrier is happy with its rollout so far.

T-Mobile doubles combined 5G network speeds after the Sprint merger

Check out how the new T-Mobile managed to merge its 5G network with Sprint's to increase average download speeds by 100%.

featured Best free Android games (2020)

We came up with a list of 40 best free Android games that are relatively new and you probably missed some of them. Of course, these probably don't deplete the full list of "best" games you can try. If a cool, free game comes to mind while you are reading our list — feel free to share it in the comments for other readers to enjoy!

featured Best Apple Watch apps

Here are a bunch of essential apps you should be aware of if you own an Apple Watch!

Nokia unveils a confusing new trio of low-cost smartphones for the US

The Nokia C2 Tava is available on Cricket Wireless right now at $110, with the $70 C2 Tennen and $170 C5 Endi scheduled to go on sale in the US in the coming weeks.

Google Voice is now available in Gmail for G Suite members

Google announced the new feature on its official blog, adding a nifty little GIF image, showing the integration in action.

DEAL featured Apple finally starts selling the iPhone XR in refurbished condition at decent discounts

Apple's hugely popular iPhone XR is officially available directly from the company in refurbished condition with 64, 128, and 256GB storage space.

Cheese! Third-generation Apple iPod touch prototype with rear camera surfaces on Twitter

Exactly one-year ago Apple unveiled the most recent version of the iPod touch, the seventh-generation of the device. Today, photos of a third-generation prototype sporting a rear camera were shared on Twitter.

AirPods sales climbed during Q1 2020 but Apple Watch shipments declined

IDC says that shipments of wearable devices grew 29.7 percent year over year during Q1 2020, with Apple maintaining its lead.

You can now save tweets as drafts and schedule them for later

Twitter now lets you draft tweets and time them to be sent later.

The 5G Apple iPhone 12 series might not be the first phones powered by a 5nm chip

Will there be a dark horse winner in the race to launch the first phone powered by a 5nm chipset? While the iPhone 12 series is the odds-on favorite, a rumor has the Galaxy Note 20 launching with a 5nm Exynos 992 chipset.

Next-gen Samsung Galaxy Watch draws near as FCC visit reveals a bunch of key specs

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 or Galaxy Watch Active 3 is most likely right around the corner after an FCC regulatory visit confirming several specs of a 45mm stainless steel variant.

updated Executive Order draft reveals Trump's plan for revenge against Twitter and other platforms

President Donald Trump is on the warpath against social media all because Twitter fact-checked comments he made about mail-in ballots. Now the president is about to sign an executive order regulating social media.

DEAL Expires in - 2d 47min Deal: Get a free Moto G Power when you switch to Verizon

If you switch to Verizon before May 31, you can get some nice discounts on several attractive Motorola phones, including Moto G Power and G Stylus.

Video shows iPhone has got nothing on Pixel when it comes to transcribing text

A side-by-side comparison shows Apple has a lot of catching up to do.

The FaceTime hack, a golden iPhone, and Escobar’s $2.6 billion lawsuit against Apple

A gold-plated iPhone 11 Pro for $499 and a $2.6 billion lawsuit is how Pablo Escobar's brother is fighting 'scammer' Apple.

featured Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, three months later: is it worth buying?

Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip worth it? It's definitely a great device and a fantastic achievement for modern tech. But enjoy this one from a distance.

DEAL The unlocked LG V35 ThinQ is an outright bargain at less than $300

Although quite old, the high-end LG V35 ThinQ is arguably a lot better than the new mid-range devices it currently rivals at a deeply discounted price of $280 in a US unlocked variant.

The best iPhone fast chargers in 2020

Smartphones are extremely powerful and capable nowadays, but there is one critical link that can turn a fantastic device into a nuisance...

The Apple iPhone 12 5G, Pro and Max release date may be pushed towards Black Friday

Check out when does Apple plan to launch the iPhone 12, 12 Max, 12 Pro, and 12 Pro Max, as 2020 won't be like any other year when it comes to a release schedule.

Google launches Scam Spotter program to help internet users identify and prevent fraud

The new anti-scam website could prove especially useful to seniors, who have been shown in research to lose the most due to scams.

featured The Samsung Galaxy Note 20/+ 5G could arrive in these colors

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 will reportedly be made available to purchase in black, green, and copper. The Galaxy Note 20+, on the other hand, will be sold in only black and copper.

Apple Glasses rumor review: features, expectations, price and release date

Apple's next feat of engineering is expected to be a pair of Augmented Reality glasses. The internet is full with rumors and speculations about them so we've gathered them all in one place.

Spotify to rival YouTube Music with 'Offline user mix' feature

It's a useful thing to have, especially if you often forget to download music when traveling to places with no cell reception.

Skullcandy's four new true wireless earbuds variants are affordable and innovative

The $60 Skullcandy Sesh Evo, $80 Indy Evo, and $100 Indy Fuel and Push Ultra true wireless earbuds are not only unusually affordable and flashy, but also equipped with a one-of-a-kind feature powered by Tile.

Google sued by Arizona over allegations of unlawful tracking of Android users’ locations

Google, as well as other tech giants, have been under increasing scrutiny in regards to privacy of their users. Now, Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich is suing Google with allegations of unlawfully obtaining and profiting from location data from Android users.