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Joe Maring / Digital TrendsAndroid 14 is out now, and as usual, the first to get it is Google’s own Pixel phone family. Samsung has already released the One UI 6 update based on Android 14 for its latest flagship phones and continues to test for older devices, while Nothing is still in the beta-testing phase. If you’re rocking an Android phone that is still stuck on an old Android build, here’s everything that we know about official Android 14 rollout plans for all major brands available in the US market. Google Pixel phones Joe Maring / Digital TrendsGoogle’s Pixel…

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Joe Maring / Digital TrendsThe iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max have an all-new titanium body, which is the standout feature from a design perspective. However, another hardware-related feature that’s even more noteworthy for these models — and future iPhones over time — is the new Action button. The Action button replaces the ring/silent switch on the left side of the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. You can assign one shortcut to the button through the Settings app, such as activating and using the Camera app or turning on the phone’s flashlight. To assign the…

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Google Pixel 6 (left) with the Pixel 7 and Pixel 8. Andy Boxall / Digital TrendsAlmost every single review of the Google Pixel 8 and Google Pixel 8 Pro talks about how these two take us to the promised land of AI nirvana on smartphones. Google Assistant screening calls for you? check. More intelligent smart reply suggestions? Of course, my lazy soul deserves that convenience. Enhanced zoom that relies on pixel-level image reconstruction to de-haze blurry edges? My Instagram dump would love that. Erase noise from videos? I want that, too. Summarizing web articles? That’s every tab-hoarding journalist’s dream. Those…

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Joe Maring / Digital TrendsOnce upon a time, you could buy a fitness tracker like a Fitbit, strap it on your wrist, and go about your life. There’d be a companion app that would sync with your tracker, giving you an in-depth look at your daily activity, health stats, and even sleep tracking. All of this data was available for free; you just had to buy the tracker itself. One and done. But things aren’t so simple now. Sure, you do have smartwatches like the Apple Watch that can also keep track of your daily activity and health metrics, but…

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With so many Black Friday deals already under way, it can be tough to keep on top of everything. Walmart has dozens of different awesome deals so we’ve narrowed things down to the 11 best Walmart Black Friday deals currently available. There’s a little bit of everything here with discounts on TVs, headphones, laptops, coffee makers, and much more. Whatever you’re considering buying, keep reading while we take you through some great options. Top 3 Walmart Black Friday deals Keurig K-Express Coffee Maker — $35, was $59 KeurigKeurig makes some of the best coffee makers around with the Keurig K-Express…

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screenshotSiriusXM is simultaneously a legacy brand and one that’s looking toward the future of satellite radio in a streaming world. And today at a celebrity-laden event in New York City — kicked off by none other than Howard Stern — SiriusXM took a more-than 90-minute look at its history, its present, and where it’s going in 2024 and beyond. Satellite radio was perhaps a bit ahead of its time, allowing subscribers — yes, subscription radio — to listen to music, sports, and talk radio, anywhere in the country. It (brilliantly) worked deals with automakers to work its way into new…

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SamsungThe best smartwatches are a great option for fitness enthusiasts, as are the best fitness trackers. Many of them are quite expensive, however, which makes something like the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 enticing if you aren’t interested in all of the latest bells and whistles. Currently the Galaxy Watch 4 is discounted to just $99 for an early Black Friday discount at Walmart, which is a savings of $50 from its regular price of $149. Walmart is including free shipping with a purchase as well. Why you should buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 A good smartwatch typically offers all…

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Andy Boxall / Digital TrendsBlack Friday deals have begun early at Walmart with some fantastic Apple Watch deals meaning that the Apple Watch Series 9 is enjoying its first big discount. Usually priced at $399 for the 41mm model and $429 for the 45mm model, you can now save $50 off the regular prices and snag an Apple Watch Series 9 from just $349. Sure to be popular, let’s take a quick look at what it offers before you hit the buy button. Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) — $349, was $399: Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm, GPS) —…

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Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra render OnLeaks / SmartPrixIt’s been a busy year for Samsung. At the beginning of 2023, the company launched its Galaxy S23 series. And this past summer, we got the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5 — two of the year’s best folding phones. However, it is never too early to anticipate the company’s next lineup of smartphones. If Samsung sticks to its previous calendar schedule, we can expect to see the Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra announced early in 2024. What can we expect from these phones regarding their specs, design,…

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Christine Romero-Chan / Digital TrendsHave you recently grabbed the new iPhone 15? If so, you need to slap a case on it as soon as possible. Smartphones are getting as expensive as your first car, and the phones are much more fragile. Thankfully iPhone 15 cases are fairly cheap. You can grab a serviceable, if not exciting, phone case for around $10. But if you want something with a bit more flair, you’ll have to spend a bit more. You’ve picked a good time to shop for iPhone 15 deals though. It’s almost Thanksgiving, which means early Black Friday deals…

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