Every game with touch controls on Xbox Game Pass (xCloud) for Android

Microsoft is offering hundreds of games through cloud streaming with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. While all can be played with controllers, only a few dozen can be played with touch controls.
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Android Game of the Week: Line Blaster lets you live out your pinball engineer dreams

Imagine a scenario where you draw your own lines to create a dynamic pinball game — that's Line Blaster!
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: Everything we know so far

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is an amazing phone, but there's no shortage of improvements we could imagine seeing in the sequel. Here's every leaked upgrade that could come to the Z Fold 4, along with what upgrades we hope to see.
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Google may hand over your Nest video to police without a warrant in an emergency

Google's terms of service say the company might share Nest video footage with law enforcement agencies in critical situations.
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Amazon earnings were a mixed bag, expects robust Q3 following Prime Day

Amazon's Q2 earnings report shows mixed results amid economic uncertainties. However, the company managed to exceed overall revenue expectations.
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Best cheap smart locks 2022

Trying to find a reliable smart lock while on a budget? These are the best inexpensive smart locks on the market that will protect your home.
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Backbone introduces PlayStation model controller for Remote Play

Backbone is introducing the Backbone One: PlayStation Edition, explicitly designed for use with Remote Play.
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ASUS Zenfone 9 review: Great things come in small packages

With the Zenfone 9, ASUS has delivered the best small phone money can buy in 2022. The phone has a diminutive chassis that makes it ideal for one-handed use, but it isn't missing out on any features.
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Spotify discontinues its passable vehicle device Car Thing

Spotify has discontinued its Car Thing vehicle device. This device could provide a hands-free music experience for drivers offering voice control and easy buttons for interface engagement.
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How to add a student to your cellular plan without getting ripped off

Adding a line to your account for a student is easy, but getting the best deal when you do it can be a bit more challenging. Whether you're ready for all new plans, or just want multi-line discounts, adding a line may not be as pricey as you thought.
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Best portable chargers for Google Pixel 2022

The original Pixel may still be your go-to device, but there's no mistaking that chances are the battery has degraded a bit since its release. In that case, you'll want to make sure you have an external battery pack handy at all times to make sure the Pixel lasts all day.
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Global smartphone shipments reportedly drop by 9%, reveals a new study

A new Canalys report suggests a drop in global smartphone shipments due to their weakening demand.
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The Google Pixel 6a's repairability score puts the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro to shame

Prior to its official market release this week, the Google Pixel 6a was disassembled, revealing a good repairability rating.
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Report: Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic PS5 remake delayed indefinitely

The upcoming Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake is reportedly delayed indefinitely.
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Best Samsung Galaxy A42 5G cases 2022

As part of Samsung's ever-growing A-series, Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is a mid-range smartphone with a wide range of features like a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display, a 5,000mAh battery, and 5G connectivity. If you're planning on buying one, you might find one of these protective cases interesting.
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Motorola Q11 Wi-Fi 6 mesh system review: Not quite good enough

There’s a lot to like about the Q11 Wi-Fi 6 mesh system from Motorola, with solid speeds for an AX3000 mesh system thanks to 160MHz support. Unfortunately, the software lets the hardware down, and the management app doesn’t offer the customization to overcome the limitations.
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The new 'Bora Purple' Galaxy S22 doubles down on the purple

Samsung launches a new "Bora Purple" colorway for the Galaxy S22. It will be available on August 10 for $800.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 5: Everything we know so far

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 launched in late August 2021, so the Galaxy Watch 5 may arrive within the next month. Here's what we know about it so far.
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How to mute the volume in Google Chrome tabs

In our daily reliance on web browsers such as Google Chrome, we often come across websites that play distracting audio or videos without permission. This guide helps you eliminate that annoying sound by muting the volume in Google Chrome tabs.
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10 favorite moments from a decade of Google Play

Think back to 2012: “Call Me Maybe” was on top of the music charts and “Venmoing” wasn’t a mainstream verb yet. Android — with its mission to make mobile computing accessible to everyone, everywhere — was just a few years old. That year, we opened the (digital) doors of Google Play. A decade later, more than 2.5 billion people in over 190 countries use Google Play every month to discover apps, games and digital content. And more than 2 million developers work with us to build their businesses and reach people around the globe. As we celebrate 10 years of Google Play, here are 10 of our favorite milestones and features from the last decade: * New ways to enjoy apps and games: Products and features like Google Play Pass and Google Play Instant introduced new ways to discover and experience apps and games. We also launched Google Play Points so you can earn points and rewards for the ways you already use Google Play. As of today, more than 100 million people have joined the program. * Gameplay on more devices: We set a goal to make our products and services work better together. Last year, we announced the beta of Google Play Games on PC in Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan — allowing for easy gameplay across your Android phone, tablet, Chromebook and Windows PC. * A celebration of your favorite apps and games: Our annual Best Of Awards celebrate the top apps, games and other content on Google Play. Over the years, we’ve expanded it to 19 countries and added new categories like "Best Hidden Gems" and “Best Apps for Good.” We also introduced the Users’ Choice Award so you can vote for your favorite titles and recognize the developers that make the apps and games you love. * A safe and trusted space: Google Play Protect, our built-in malware protection for Android, now scans and verifies over 100 billion apps every day to help keep your device, data and apps safe. And earlier this year, we launched a new Data safety section where developers are required to give people more information about how their apps collect, share and secure data. * Help for developers of all sizes: Every step of the way, we’ve invested in helping our developer community grow their businesses — including providing business and technical consulting and supporting small studios through efforts like our Indie Games programs. Visit the Android Developer Blog to read more about our journey with our developer community over the past decade. * Support for nonprofits: You can make charitable donations through Google Play and even use your Play Points to support great causes, with 100% of your contributions going directly to nonprofits. * Stronger representation in gaming: Through research, youth engagement and partnerships, Google Play’s Change The Game initiative celebrates and empowers women as players and creators. We’ve been particularly inspired by the creativity and talent of Design Challenge participants over the years. * Resources for parents: The Kids tab in Google Play helps parents easily find and pick teacher-approved apps, while Google Kids Space — a kids mode on select Android tablets — features apps, books and videos for your kids to explore. Family Link also gives parents the tools they need to stay involved and help manage their children's online experiences. * Investment in local economies: Partnering with our developer community has helped bring better apps and games to people around the world, created new jobs and supported local economies. In fact, Google Play and Android have helped create over 2 million jobs in the U.S. alone. * A fresh look To round out this decade, we’re introducing a new logo that better reflects the magic of Google and matches the branding shared by many of our helpful products — Search, Assistant, Photos, Gmail and more. Thank you to our Google Play community and developers for 10 years together. Play Points members can get 10x points on everything they buy by activating a points booster. The official start date varies by country — visit the “Earn” tab of Play Points Home to learn more.
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Best S22 cases 2022

While the boxier edges make the Galaxy S22 easier to hold, you'll need a case for maximum grip and impact protection. From clear to colorful, thin to heavy-duty, these are the cream of the Galaxy S22 case crop.
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Time is ticking for Google to catch up to TikTok

Google says it's losing Gen Z to rivals like TikTok and Instagram when it comes to search. So maybe Google needs to figure out how to improve search for its consumers.
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This Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 price leak might disappoint you

A European retailer may have inadvertently leaked the prices of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4, implying a price increase for those devices.
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Living the beta/developer build lifestyle isn't for everyone, but it's a wild ride

A passion for beta software transformed into living my world without knowing what it's like to not have random issues and crashes. But would I trade that in for a more peaceful lifestyle?
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Is deleting your period tracking app the right answer?

Roe vs. Wade has been overturned, leading many to delete their menstrual tracking apps. But is that really the solution?
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The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro may have battery life unlike any Wear OS watch

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch 5 Pro is tipped to have a significant battery life gain, which should address its predecessor's flaws.
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These TikTok caption features will make videos more accessible in any language

TikTok has introduced new caption and translation tools to help users access foreign-language videos on the platform.
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The Pixel 6a is further proof that you don't need expensive camera parts in your next phone

So many phones use all-new (and expensive) parts in their cameras, but still can't take a picture as well as the latest budget phone from Google.
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Poll: Have you reserved Samsung's next Galaxy phones, Watch, or Buds?

Reservations are open for Samsung's next Galaxy devices, awarding customers with up to $200 in Samsung Credit for additional purchases.
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Fitbit Charge 5 review: From basic band to pseudo smartwatch

The Charge 5 is Fitbit's latest fitness tracker, and it's easily the company's best band yet. It's been updated to reflect Fitbit's new design language as seen on the Luxe, Versa 3, and Sense, and it features some of its most advanced health sensors. Even though it's Fitbit's most expensive fitness band ever, we still think you should consider this device over most Android smartwatches.
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Twitter Q2 2022 earnings show another increase in daily active users amid Elon Musk takeover deal

As Twitter deals with its takeover deal with Elon Musk, it reports its Q2 2022 earnings.
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New Google Photos shortcut makes finding your screenshots a snap

Google Photos now lets you navigate directly to your screenshot folder by long-pressing its icon on the home screen and tapping the right shortcut.
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How we're helping you switch audio between devices

Not too long ago, I had to plug and unplug my headphones any time I switched from playing games on my computer to listening to music on my MP3 player. So when I finally got my first set of wireless headphones, I was excited to avoid tangled cables and start using a Bluetooth connection. But it was still clunky. To switch audio, I found myself constantly manually digging into Bluetooth settings to double check which device my headphones were connected to, or needing to manage the connection from each device. Then I tried headphones with Bluetooth multipoint, which was an improvement, but it still required me to manually connect to devices and didn’t always switch audio sources when I wanted it to. Eventually, I decided to just purchase two sets of wireless headphones, one that was always connected to my phone and one for my laptop. As the number of devices I use throughout the day increases, purchasing more headphones per device isn’t a practical solution, and manually managing headphone connections was a time consuming process. We are introducing our audio switching technology that reduces frustration and gives you more control over your audio experience to help you switch between devices throughout the day. Helping improve your audio switching experience Fast Pair is a feature that allows you to easily find and pair your wireless Bluetooth headphones to your Android phones and tablets, then save them to your Google Account. Your headphones will also immediately sync with all your other Android devices for easy setup. Our audio switching technology builds on top of Fast Pair to use contextual information on what you’re listening to in order to switch the audio based on your actions. We have more categories that are ranked to determine how to prioritize sounds between phone calls, media and all of the sounds your devices may make. So for example, if you’re watching a video on your tablet and you receive a notification on your phone, your headphone audio will not switch to your phone. But if you receive a phone call, your headphone audio will make the switch. We understand everyone prioritizes sounds differently. Like with all of Android, you have full control of the experience with a notification that appears allowing you to switch the audio back to the original device you were listening on in a single tap. We also understand our users use a variety of devices beyond Android. With audio switching headphones that support Bluetooth multipoint, you can also connect up to two Bluetooth devices at a time. Improving the audio switching experience on more devices We are rolling out audio switching between Android phones and tablets with Bluetooth multipoint on the new Pixel Buds Pro. We’ll also be rolling out our audio switching technology to select Sony and JBL headphones in the coming weeks. If your headphones support both Bluetooth multipoint and audio switching, make sure their toggles are turned on in your “Device details” settings for a better audio experience across your devices. Audio switching is available between Android devices to start, with plans to expand to more of your favorite platforms and devices over time.
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Which Google Pixel models feature Magic Eraser?

These are all the Google Pixel phones that come with Magic Eraser on board.
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Why does it take so long for my phone to receive Android updates?

Not all phones are the same when it comes to the number or the timeliness of Android version updates.
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Google Photos expands its printing services to more countries

Google has announced the expansion of its photo and canvas print services for Google Photos users in Canada and Europe.
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YouTube Music may soon pick up one of Spotify's most useful features

YouTube Music appears to be in the process of gaining one key feature that has been sorely lacking since the demise of Google Play Music.
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Google fumbles Pixel 6a India launch by pricing it too high

The Pixel 6a is now official in India, but it costs an exorbitant ₹43,999. Here's why it won't sell well in the country.
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The Google Pixel 6a shows up on Amazon ahead of pre-orders

Amazon has already made the phone's listing live on its website a day before pre-orders officially kick off.
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OPPO made a 50W SuperVOOC GaN charger that works over USB PD, and it is fantastic

OPPO introduced a 50W SuperVOOC GaN charger that also works with the USB PD protocol, and the best part is that it is designed for portability.
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Google faces $373 million fine in Russia for failing to remove banned YouTube videos

Russia's communications watchdog fined Google $373 million for failing to remove YouTube content deemed illegal in the country.
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Nothing phone (1) vs. Samsung Galaxy A53

The Nothing phone (1) and Galaxy A53 are two of the best mid-range phones you can buy today, and they serve two very different audiences. If you're looking to get a new phone and unsure as to what to buy, here's what you need to know.
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How to delete Soli sleep and health data from your Nest Hub (2nd Gen) and Google Account

Google has the ability to collect user data from a lot of sources, including your Nest Hub smart speaker. If you don't want your sleep info stored in your Google account, you can delete it.
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Google Authenticator ditches a fairly recent feature it didn't need anyway

Google has apparently walked back on a new feature that it recently added to the Authenticator app.
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Mobvoi teases its next TicWatch flagship smartwatch running Wear OS

Mobvoi appears to be gearing up for the release of its next flagship smartwatch, the rumored TicWatch Pro 4, as early access for the device is currently underway.
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Grab the amazing Razer Kishi mobile controller for half off this Prime Day

You won't find a better deal on the Razer Kishi Android controller this Prime Day, on sale for 50% off.
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AT&T expands its ActiveArmor cybersecurity for fiber customers

AT&T is introducing new security features for fiber customers. Through their ActiveArmor cybersecurity, AT&T seeks to increase customers' safety while using the internet at home.
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PS5 SSD price drop on the WD SN850 Black can't afford to be missed this Prime Day

The WD Black SN850 has been heavily discounted for Prime Day 2022, so if you need storage space on your PS5, act fast.
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The Moto G 5G (2022) is the perfect no-frills Android purchase on Prime Day

The already affordable Moto G 5G is more than $100 off on Prime Day, and this is why I think you should get in on this deal.
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Get ready to make those Twitch dollars with these Prime Day PS5 streaming deals

Prime Day is almost over and now's your last chance to get these awesome streaming accessories at a discount.
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