Thereās a new option in the Google AI tier system. Currently, thereās a free tier, Google AI Pro ($20/mo) and Google AI Ultra ($249/mo). Today, Google is launching Google AI Plus, a $7.99/month option that includes access to plenty of helpful tools at a very reasonable price. AI Plus includes Gemini 3 Pro and Nano ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Google Launches Google AI Plus Plan for $7.99/mo Read more āŗ
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We thought that any potential buyers would appreciate the fact that Samsungās Galaxy Z TriFold, priced at $2,899, includes a 45W charging brick in the box. This is the first time Samsung has included a charging brick with a high-end smartphone in quite some time. Even the $1,999 Galaxy Z Fold 7 doesnāt include a ā¦ Continued Read the original post: PSA: $2899 Galaxy Z TriFold Includes 45W Charging Brick... Read more āŗ
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Google is upgrading the default model for AI Overview globally in Search. Moving forward, the show will be ran by Gemini 3, which was first launched back in November. While this should mean faster and more helpful AI answers directly on a search results page, Google is also adding a big feature that I know ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Ask Followups in āAI Overview,ā With Gemini 3 the... Read more āŗ
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Verizon began updating device unlock policies for its various prepaid brands shortly after the FCC gave it a waiver that allowed it to do so. We assumed the main device unlock policy for VerizonĀ itself would follow shortly and it now has. Thew new Verizon Device Unlocking Policies for postpaid are here. Previously, the FCC had ā¦ Continued Read the original post: New Verizon Device Unlock Policy is Live and... Read more āŗ
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Thereās a fresh Google Play Services rolling out to Android devices, including a change for the Google Play app. Labeled as Play Services v26.03, there is a total of five changes. For Android Automotive, āGoogle Accounts for users under 18 that were unable to sign in to Automotive devices before can now sign in when ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Google Play Services Update Includes CTAP2 Security Key Support,... Read more āŗ
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Samsung has confirmed Galaxy Z TriFold availability for the US. The trifold will go on sale starting January 30, priced at $2,899. The device features two hinges, allowing for users to unfold the device into a massive 10-inch display. At just 3.9mm thick at its thinnest point, itās quite a step forward for Samsungās hardware ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Galaxy Z TriFold US Sales Open January 30, Priced... Read more āŗ
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One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With Verizon getting a waiver from the FCC to implement whatever unlock policy they would like, itās probably a good idea that everyone knows what their carrierās requirements are for unlocking a device. Below, ā¦ Continued Read the original post: T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies Read more āŗ
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We have heard essentially nothing about the supposedly upcoming Nothing Phone (4a). Last yearās Phone (3a) launched in March, so realistically, we should be nearing the launch timeframe for a followup. Fittingly, recent certification for a market outside of the US points to that launch being just around the corner. While we await information for ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Nothing Phone (4a) Goes Through Certification Ahead of Launch Read more āŗ
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The latest State of the Mobile Union report from RootMetrics is now live, providing analysis on which of the mobile carriers performed best in the second half of 2025. Performance is broken down into many different categories, as well as markets, which allows each carrier to get their fair share of awards for marketing purposes. ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Verizon Back on Top in Latest State of the... Read more āŗ
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When I first got into Android, my mother also made the switch. Over time, the majority of my family (siblings, aunt, uncle, cousins, etc.) followed suit. While great, due to the nature of my work, I became the go-to āIT guyā for many of their problems. Then, one day, my mom decided to get an ā¦ Continued Read the original post: What OS is Best for Boomers and Beyond? Apparently... Read more āŗ
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Users are taking to the web, drawing attention to inaccuracies provided by the Pixel Weather app found on Google Pixel devices. Especially now, when parts of the US are bracing for a serious winter storm, the weather information we receive from our devices is more important than ever. Itās critical that the information be accurate. ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Pixel Weather App Called Out for Being Super Inaccurate Read more āŗ
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The new year has brought out another month of fresh updates for Samsung devices. The Galaxy S25 line, as well as the two most recent foldables from Samsung, are all seeing new builds and security patches. Samsung 2026 January updates are available for the Galaxy S25 Ultra (and all other Galaxy S25 devices), Galaxy Z ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Samsung January Updates Available for Download on These Galaxy... Read more āŗ
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Our first early look at Pixel 10a came all the way back in October, 2025. Since then, weāve gotten an idea on potential pricing and launch, as well as reported specs to expect from Googleās next mid-range device. The latest is a few more device renders, this time showing off the black color option. It ā¦ Continued Read the original post: New Pixel 10a Renders Confirm Few Hardware Changes for... Read more āŗ
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Google introduced its new āPersonal Intelligenceā feature into Gemini last week as a way to further connect several of your Google apps to Gemini to get a more personal experience. The idea here was to connect the dots between data, find nuance, and better understand context for your queries in order to get you better ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Googleās AI Mode Gets Personal Intelligence Read more āŗ
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Galaxy S26 Ultra buyers, you might be happy to learn that Samsung plans to launch the device in six colors variations. Thatās plenty to choose from. There are the classics, such as Black Shadow and White Shadow, but the others are reported to include Silver Shadow and Sky Blue. Thanks to @evleaks, weāre also learning ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Galaxy S26 Ultra Comes in Six Colors, Including Pink... Read more āŗ
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Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across the US. The device will only be available for demo, with pricing and an actual release date still unknown. However, if youāve wanted to get your hands on this unique device, hereās your chance. Hereās where ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But... Read more āŗ
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One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With Verizon getting a waiver from the FCC to implement whatever unlock policy they would like, itās probably a good idea that everyone knows what their carrierās requirements are for unlocking a device. Below, ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Whatās Your Carrierās Device Unlock Policy: T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T Read more āŗ
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The Magnetic Wireless Powerbank (EB-U2500), designed for the upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup, has been detailed online ahead of official launch. While it seems like a perfectly cool accessory, the big takeaway is that Samsungās adoption of the Qi2 charging standard appears to be confirmed for Galaxy S26 devices. Like we saw from Google with the ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Magnetic Accessory Points to Galaxy S26 Adoption of Qi2... Read more āŗ
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Earlier this month, we spotted an upcoming increase to the fees that some of T-Mobileās customers will pay starting January 21. Since weāre now on that date, we thought weād remind you that your bill is about to go up and you might be wondering why. In our story about the increased fees, we pointed ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Many T-Mobile Bills Will Increase Starting Today Read more āŗ
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You pay monthly for access to a network. The problem is, you arenāt the only one, and when you attend live events, there are thousands of people in the same exact spot trying to use the same bandwidth as you. This congestion creates a slower network. To offer a fix, AT&T will begin to sell ā¦ Continued Read the original post: AT&T to Sell One-Time VIP Passes to Faster Network... Read more āŗ
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The new year has brought out another month of fresh updates for Samsung devices. The Galaxy S25 line, as well as the two most recent foldables from Samsung, are all seeing new builds and security patches. Samsung 2026 January updates are available for the Galaxy S25 Ultra (and all other Galaxy S25 devices), Galaxy Z ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Samsung January Updates Arriving on Galaxy S25, Fold 7,... Read more āŗ
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It was announced today that Nova Launcher has been acquired by Instabridge, a Swedish company that ābuilds products that help people get online.ā The announcement starts off rather positive. It confirms that Nova is not shutting down and that Instabridge wants to, ākeep Nova stable, compatible with modern Android, and actively maintained.ā While all of ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Nova Launcher Changes Ownership Again, Wonāt Be Shut Down Read more āŗ
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Geminiās Personal Intelligence is officially live after having been announced last week. Available first to Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers, Personal Intelligence brings a more personal AI experience to Gemini on the web, Android, and iOS devices. For a complete rundown of what Personal Intelligence is, read our previous post. To sum it ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Geminiās Personal Intelligence Now Live for Pro, Ultra Subscribers Read more āŗ
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Samsung is hosting a deal on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, one that doesnāt require a trade-in device to get serious money off of its high-end foldable device. Typically, a trade-in of good value is required to get this amount of money off your purchase, so for those who donāt want to deal with that ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1399 Off With No... Read more āŗ
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Google Clock version 8.5 is headed out to users, and inside, a more customizable alarm clock experience will greet you. Google is rolling out the ability for users to swipe alarms away, instead of the traditional buttons for tapping. Once the server side change hits your device, you can opt between both tap and swipe ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Dismissing Your Google Clock Alarm Becomes Swipingly Easy Read more āŗ
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When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which is as anti-consumer as it has ever been at the moment, was giving Verizon the power to basically create whatever unlock policy it wanted. We also expected Verizon to make a change to ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to... Read more āŗ
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The betas of One UI 8.5, as well as supposedly leaked screenshots, showed a potentially renewed investment in Bixby from Samsung, one that will allow the on-device assistant to act as a device agent powered by AI. That AI agent was rumored to be able to control a lot of on-device settings, but if your ā¦ Continued Read the original post: Samsung Makes New Bixby Official in One UI 8.5... Read more āŗ
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