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Google’s Pixel 6a, which debuted in 2022, is making headlines today, but not for a good reason. Earlier this year, users reported that their batteries were overheating and even catching fire, prompting Google to launch a battery replacement program and an emergency software update. However, the issues persist for some users, with the device now potentially causing more serious injuries.
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If you’re wondering whether giving your 10-year-old a smartphone is really that bad, a new global study says yes, it might be. Like, really bad.
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If you’re looking for a budget-friendly Android tablet for your casual browsing or e-books, or even as a gift for your kid, the current deal on the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ might be for you. The entry-level Galaxy tablet is currently discounted on Amazon, dipping to $159, down by $60 from $219.
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The DeX mode is one of the most useful productivity tools in Samsung Galaxy devices. It has also received significant enhancements throughout the years, including a dedicated version for tablets. However, it seems the classic version of DeX will be replaced in One UI 8 by Android 16’s Desktop Mode, which is currently a downgrade in terms of features.
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If you’re on the hunt for a thin and light but speedy Apple tablet, now isn’t a bad time to grab one. The latest iPad Air M3 is now on sale at Amazon and Best Buy, with its price down by $100. This brings the tablet to $499 from $599, which is a sizeable drop. It’s also just $20 shy of the record low we saw during Prime Day.
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Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy A56 in the U.S., but if you’re looking to score a better value for your money, you might want to check out the Galaxy S24 FE. This budget flagship is now down to $524 from $649, slashing its price by $125 (19%) on Amazon while also making it a cheaper option than the base Galaxy A56.
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Following several months of testing, T-Mobile has now made its satellite-based messaging service, T-Satellite, available to its customers and users of other networks in the U.S. A key advantage: it enables satellite service without requiring special hardware in your smartphone.
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The adoption of Qi2 for Android has been slow and patchy, with the standard only starting to ship to phones almost two years after its announcement. The improvement in the standard is even less impressive when it comes to power rating. This appears to be addressed in the new Qi2 standard, which is now labeled Qi2 25W instead of Qi v2.2.1, along with a pledge of wider support for Android phones.
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Google is scheduled to unveil the next-generation Pixel smartphone series next month, which is not too distant from now. While there are already plenty of leaks giving us insight into the supposed Pixel 10, we now have our best look yet into how the device will look, with Google officially teasing it ahead of the launch.
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If you’ve been eyeing a mid-range smartphone that doesn’t cost a fortune, now might be the best time to invest. Samsung’s Galaxy A16 5G is on sale on Amazon, with a massive 29% off on one of its unlocked variants. This drops the device to its lowest price of $142, down from the usual $199.