Google provides free Pixel repairs for areas affected by Hurricane Florence

Google is partnering with uBreakiFix to provide assistance to those in the areas affected by Hurricane Florence. If you are in the Coastal areas of Virginia, North or South Carolina, you are eligible to get a Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, or Pixel 2 XL if it has undergone damage during or after the storm. The repairs are being performed for free and all you have to do to receive one is walk into any uBreakiFix store in any of the three states mentioned: Virginia, North Carolina, or South Carolina. Following the devastation of Hurricane Florence, uBreakiFix and Google are once again offering...

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Apple releases how-to videos for the Apple Watch Series 4

Today, the Apple Watch Series 4 has officially gone on sale in many parts of the world alongside the new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. To compliment today's launch of the new Apple Watch, Apple has released several quick how-to videos showing users how to use the new Apple Watch to take your heart rate, call someone, start a workout, or how to use the Emergency SOS feature. Each video is 30 seconds long with easy to follow directions on how to perform these tasks. We anticipate Apple releasing more of these how-to's in the near future. Have any of you purchased the...

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More photos of the Pixel 3 XL leak in white with mint-colored power key

Google's Pixel 3 XL was this year's worst kept secret. A few weeks ago, a man was selling production Pixel 3 XL devices on the black market, far ahead of the phone's official launch, so we've already got a good look at the huge notch, the big chin, and the refined glass-window design on the back. Today, the Pixel 3 XL poses for a few more high-resolution photos thanks to @IshanAgarwal24 on Twitter. This is the while model, which we see had the green mint-colored accent key on the power button. Likewise, we again see the massive size of the notch at the top of the display and the rather...

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Red Hydrogen One Titanium version passes through the FCC

Red will start shipping its Hydrogen One smartphone on October 9 for those who pre-ordered. So we're finally very close to that point, and this was a perfect time for the FCC to certify it. The agency gives us some new pictures of the Titanium model of the phone, which you can see below. There aren't any new revelations from the certification process. The Red Hydrogen One in Titanium is priced at $1,595 and has the model number H1T1000 (with a nice Terminator reference thrown in there). It sports two cameras on the back and two on the front, as well as a 4,510 mAh battery. There's a...

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Galaxy S10 model numbers revealed, three versions coming

While a few days ago Android Pie firmware seemingly revealed that there would be four separate Galaxy S10 versions, new information today tells us there will only be three model numbers. The international models will go by SM-G970F, SM-G973F, and SM-G975F. G970 will sport a 5.8" flat display, G973 will have the same size edge display, while the G975 will come with a 6.44-inch curved panel. Interestingly, the flat paneled flagship will make a return after two generations without such an option (the Galaxy S7 was the last of the flat ones). Also, the S10+ (G975) will have an even...

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Google app reveals Pixel Stand wireless charger

The Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL have featured in extensive leaks and we know all about them. We even got a glimpse of the upcoming Pixelbook earlier today so this leaves only the accessories as an unknown from the upcomingGoogle event. Now, thanks to a Google APK v8.22 teardown, we know that the duo of Pixel phones will come with a wireless charging dock called "Pixel Stand". Buried deep in the code there's a short animation showcasing how the device works with the dock. It mentions extended functionality including slideshow and a different Google Assistant interface too. Even though...

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Nokia 7.1 Plus shines in new rumor-based renders, back panel leaks from factory

The first Nokia X7 reports that came in suggested a display without a notch but the last two leaks imply otherwise. Besides, the Nokia X5 and X6 are all notched phones so it makes sense to continue the trend with the X7 as well. Nokia X7 renders First, there are a couple of rumor-based renders from @OnLeaks give us a better idea of the design minimal side bezels and a rather small notch. The back is pictured with a glass panel and, of course, a dual camera setup and a rear-mounted fingerprint reader. More Nokia X7 renders However, this leaked photo of an alleged...

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Huawei Mate 20 lite review

A Mate 20 before the real Mate 20s are out that's lighter on your wallet but not light on features - it's the Huawei Mate 20 lite. While waiting for the big boys, we figured we'd give this midranger a go.

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OnePlus 6 getting Android 9.0 Pie final update

The beta testing is over - the OnePlus 6 is getting a stable Android 9.0 Pie release. It comes in the form of OxygenOS 9.0 and it brings several improvements (note that the previous OxygenOS version was 5.x). For starters, OnePlus adopted the Android Pie user interface and gestures, support for custom accent colors has been added as well. The new Adaptive Battery feature will learn when you use each app and prevent it from draining your battery when you're unlikely to need it. Some luck users are already downloading Android Pie on their OnePlus 6 Do Not Disturb now supports...

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Deals: Samsung Galaxy Note9 down to €700, Note8 to €474

The Samsung Galaxy Note9 hasn't been on the market that long (less than a month, in fact), but we already have the first price drop - eBay France is selling New condition units at €700. The Galaxy Note8 does not have a 4,000mAh battery or stereo speakers, but is still a flagship device. Cheaper too, at €474 (Exynos model, 64GB storage). There's also a Galaxy S9 for €490 (dual SIM) and Galaxy S9+ at €560. You can find a lot more offers over here, including the Pocophone F1 for €300. Via (in French) window._epn = {campaign:5338110667};

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Apple working with Health Canada to bring the Watch 4 ECG across the border

The Apple Watch Series 4 went on sale today, but one of its best new features will not be available - the ECG. It received FDA clearance just in time (at very last moment, actually), but it will be enabled later on via a software update. But that's for the USA. Apparently, Apple is also in talks with Health Canada to enable the ECG feature in the future. The Canadian authority is seen as more cautious than the FDA, so it's not certain that the feature will be approved. But that's how it's going to be. The Apple Watch Series 4 is the first over the counter device to offer ECG and...

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Huawei gave away free power banks to people queuing for iPhones

Like every year, the new iPhones generate so much hype that there are thousands of fans queuing in front of the Apple stores worldwide. This time around Huawei seized the opportunity to do some old-fashioned trolling. In front of the Apple store on Orchard Road in Singapore, a few Huawei employees gave away about 200 power banks for the people waiting on the queue the whole night. The packaged power banks had a message: "Here's a power bank, You'll need it." It's been years now that the Android community, including the OEMs, is mocking Apple for the iPhone's unsatisfactory...

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Sunday Debate: iPhone XS Max vs a used car

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Apple iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max go on sale

The time has come - Apple started shipping its new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max yesterday and today they are available for purchase to everyone. If you order now, though, the phones will take at least until October 1 to arrive. If you want to reserve a unit at an Apple Store and go pick it up you are in no luck - the option is listed as currently unavailable. Country iPhone XS iPhone XS Max US $999 $1,099 Canada CAD 1,379 CAD 1,519 Germany €1,149 €1,249 Italy €1,189 €1,289 UK £999 £1,099 Today's launch date applies only for 30...

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Music streaming is now 75% of all industry revenue in H1 2018

The first half of the year is behind us, and the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) has just issued its 6-month report about the music industry market. Revenue grew 10% on a yearly basis and from $4.2 billion it is now $4.6 billion, mostly driven by the expanding streaming services and their paying subscribers. According to the RIAA, 1 million new users subscribe for streaming services per month, which is massive growth, compared to any other category of the music business. Unsurprisingly, digital download and physical sales revenue continued to plummet - from $765...

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Revealing renders of the upcoming Google Pixelbook tablet surface

We are expecting Google to announce its next Chrome OS-powered device, called Nocturne, alongside the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL smartphones this October and if you are wondering what it will look like, here are some revealing images. It appears that this time around, Google is looking to announce a convertible solution - tablet + keyboard dock. The tablet has a thin body with rounded corners and a USB-C connector on the left. The report says it will feature a second USB-C port on the other side, but it can't be seen from the renders The keyboard dock is nothing special but the keys...

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Apple mentions AirPower charging mat in iPhone manual, should someone tell them?

Remember the unified AirPower wireless charger for your iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods that was supposed to be released this year? That's clearly not happening since Apple has completely removed it from its website, but apparently it didn't manage to get rid of all traces. The iPhone XS Max manual contains instructions on how to use the AirPower Qi-certified charger. The only problem is that you can't really buy it. But they definitely mention it in the new iPhone XS Max manual pic.twitter.com/qJO7kVc8bi— Gavin Stephens (@ccgavind) September 20, 2018 So was it a case of Apple...

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Xiaomi Redmi Y2 arrives in Blue and Black

Xiaomi announced the Redmi S2 in May and later the phone arrived in India under the name Redmi Y2 in Gold, Rose Gold, and Dark Grey colors. Today Xiaomi India announced that on September 22 two more options will be available - Mesmerising Blue and Stunning Black. The Redmi Y2 an entry level handset costing INR9,999 (€117/$138) for the variant with 3 GB RAM and 32 GB storage. The more powerful version is 4/64 GB and goes for INR12,999 (€150/$180). Although it is advertised as Amazon Exclusive, the phone is also available at Xiaomi's online store. Source

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Huawei Mate 20 Pro's third teaser hints at the underwater mode

Just two days ago, an APK teardown of the upcoming EMUI 9 software based on Android 9.0 Pie revealed some neat Mate 20 Pro features. One that stood out was the underwater feature that lets you shoot clearer photos when you submerge the device. That's, of course, with the help of an additional plastic bag. That's a pretty cool idea and the feature is further confirmed by the latest teaser posted on Weibo, which was uploaded by someone on YouTube too. Then again, it might just be about the water-resistance of the phone but it's not a new feature since the Mate 10 Pro had it as well, so we...

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