Google Assistant third-party Notes & Lists integration is coming to an end https://ift.tt/UNGzy4l

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• Google plans to end third-party integration with Google Assistant.
• Users will no longer be able to use Google Assistant to create notes or lists on non-Google apps.
• Integration support will end on June 20.

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Google Assistant is an easy way to create notes and lists quickly. Some people keep their notes/lists in Google Keep while others choose to use a third-party service. Unfortunately, that’s no longer going to be possible soon if you use a third-party app.

Today, AnyList — an app that lets you create and share shopping lists — announced that Google Assistant integration is coming to an end. But it’s not just AnyList; Google is ending Google Assistant Notes & Lists integration for all non-Google apps.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S9: Everything we know so far https://ift.tt/bMmWAdJ

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Update: May 31, 2023 (02:08 PM ET): We have updated the Galaxy Tab S9 hub to include the rumored charging speeds of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Plus and Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra.

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Google didn’t tease the Pixel 8 at I/O, why? https://ift.tt/XJiEFtv

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Google I/O concluded a few weeks ago, and the company had plenty to show off at the developer conference. There was the $500 Pixel 7a, the Pixel Fold, and the Pixel Tablet, but no mention of the highly anticipated Pixel 8 line.

That’s in stark contrast to last year, when Google teased the Pixel 7 series at I/O 2022. No such teaser for its next-gen flagship this time has us wondering why this was the case, and we have a few potential reasons.

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You told us: Despite new chatbots, you’re still using Google Assistant https://ift.tt/bxp1CWT

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It feels like we haven’t seen many improvements and additions to Google Assistant in recent times, especially now that the company’s Bard chatbot is available.

But are you still using Google Assistant after all this time? Have you maybe switched to an alternative? We posed this question last week, and here’s how you answered it.

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Apple’s Reality Pro headset could be the sharpest and brightest by a mile https://ift.tt/FpeBbOy

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• Apple’s Reality Pro headset will reportedly offer 4K resolution per eye.
• The headset is also tipped to arrive with 5,000 nits of brightness.
• Both figure surpass other VR headsets from the likes of Meta and Sony.

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Apple is expected to reveal its Reality Pro XR headset at its WWDC event next week, and we’ve already seen plenty of apparent details regarding the device.

Now, display analyst Ross Young has tweeted apparent screen-related info for the new Apple headset. And it looks like the device could best rivals by a mile.

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The popular Yuzu emulator for Nintendo Switch is now on Android https://ift.tt/Pz8uFxo

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• The popular Yuzu Nintendo Switch emulator has now arrived on Android.
• The emulator supports plenty of games, but requires relatively high-end Snapdragon devices.

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Skyline is the most popular Nintendo Switch emulator for Android, but the developers decided to abandon the project due to apparent legal trouble. Two of the developers decided to work on a follow-up emulator, but a new Switch emulator has already arrived on Android to fill the void.

The popular Yuzu emulator on PC has now landed on Android, the developers announced in a blog post (h/t: r/Android). The app can be downloaded via the Play Store in both free and paid early access versions.

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Amazon is ending support for Alexa’s celebrity voices soon https://ift.tt/j5wiIe0

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• Amazon is discontinuing Celebrity Personalities for Alexa.
• The Samuel L. Jackson personality has already stopped working.
• Shaq and Melissa McCarthy’s voices will stop working later this year.

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Amazon first introduced Celebrity Personalities for Alexa back in 2019. Now it appears Amazon is pulling the plug on Alexa’s celebrity voices skill.

If you go to the Celebrity Personalities for Alexa page, you’ll be greeted by the faces of Samuel L. Jackson, Shaquille O’Neal, and Melissa McCarthy. But if you click on their individual pages, you’ll notice there’s an update. That update reveals that these Celebrity Personalities are no longer available for purchase. Not only are these voices no longer available for purchase, but Amazon also appears to be ending support.

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A close look at the Arm Immortalis-G720 and its 5th Gen graphics https://ift.tt/aEGjeJQ

In addition to Arm’s 2023 CPU cores, we’re taking a deep dive into what Arm has built into its recently announced 5th Gen mobile graphics architecture that will inevitably power future high-end mobile games. Before getting into the fine details, Arm’s 2023 GPU architecture comes in three product varieties — the Immortalis-G720, Mali-G720, and Mali-G620.

Like last year’s Immortalis-G715, Immortalis-G720 is the flagship product designed with ray tracing capabilities in hand. The Mali-G720 and G620 sport the same architectural capabilities, just with fewer cores and no mandatory ray tracing for more affordable product lines. As in previous Arm GPUs, the graphics core count remains key to scaling performance. So expect to see the Immortalis-G720 in flagship chipsets, the Mali-G720 in the upper-mid-range, and the G620 in more budget-oriented products. The table below highlights the key differences.

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We asked, you told us: You’re on the wall about buying a Pixel Fold https://ift.tt/kQcsom8

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Google finally launched the Pixel Fold this month, and it looks like a pretty polished foldable phone. Between the free-stop hinge, IPX8 rating, respectable internals, and flexible camera system, there’s a lot to like here.

But are you actually planning to buy Google’s first foldable? That’s what we wanted to know, posting a poll inside a news article last week.

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These were the most popular flagship phones in Q1 https://ift.tt/ltTVd7e

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• Tracking firm Canalys has revealed the most popular high-end phones in Q1 2023.
• Apple iPhones accounted for four of the top five spots.
• The Galaxy S23 Ultra was the top Android phone, with other S23 models making the list too.

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The smartphone industry is currently in a slump right now in terms of total shipments, with a double-digit drop compared to a year ago. But it turns out that the high-end phone segment ($500 or higher) has bucked the trend.

Tracking company Canalys revealed that the high-end segment grew by 4.7% compared to a year ago. The firm also dished out a list of the top 15 most popular high-end phones by sell-in (sales to retailers).

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We might see a flagship processor without little cores later this year https://ift.tt/hFiQkbn

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• A MediaTek Dimensity 9300 leak points to a radically different CPU.
• The chipset will apparently feature four Cortex-X4 cores and four Cortex-A720 cores.
• The processor will apparently consume 50% less power than its predecessor.

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MediaTek confirmed yesterday that its next-generation flagship phone processor (presumably called the Dimensity 9300) would use Arm’s brand-new Cortex-X4 and Cortex-A720 CPU cores along with the Immortalis Mali-G720 GPU. The company didn’t mention the new Cortex-A520 little CPU core, and it turns out there might be a good reason for that.

Long-time leaker Digital Chat Station has claimed on Weibo that the Dimensity 9300 won’t use little CPU cores at all. Instead, the tipster asserts that the chipset will have an octacore CPU consisting of four Cortex-X4 cores and four Cortex-A720 cores.

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Two more official Pixel Tablet accessories might still be in the pipeline https://ift.tt/7wGeTti

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• Google is reportedly working on an official stylus and keyboard for the Pixel Tablet.
• It’s unclear whether Google will announce them before the Pixel Tablet becomes available openly in June.

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Google announced the Pixel Tablet at I/O 2023 after a whole year of teasing the slate. New information from noted tipster Kamila Wojciechowska suggests this wasn’t intentional but rather a development delay on Google’s part. According to Wojciechowska, we might still not have the complete picture regarding the official accessories of the Pixel Tablet. Google is apparently still working on an official stylus and a keyboard to accompany the device.

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Google is changing a well-loved Pixel feature and you may not like it https://ift.tt/O9zmFC2

• Google is rolling out new controls for the Call Screening feature on Pixel phones.
• The granular controls are being replaced by three simple options in a new Protection Level menu.
• The update seems to have had a limited rollout till now.

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Google has made changes to the Call Screening feature on Pixel phones. It’s now getting a more straightforward Protection Level menu, removing the granular controls that gave users the power to control how their phone handled unwanted or unknown calls.

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Family tech support gets easier: Screen sharing comes to WhatsApp video calls https://ift.tt/pusxUB9

• WhatsApp has launched screen-sharing functionality for video calls.
• The feature is being pushed out to WhatsApp beta users.

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WhatsApp is one of the most popular apps for video calling out there, and it delivers a pretty decent list of features. Unlike other platforms, though, WhatsApp users can’t share their phone screens during video calls.

Fortunately, WABetaInfo reports that screen-sharing functionality is now rolling out to the WhatsApp beta for Android (version 2.23.11.19). This feature can purportedly be enabled by tapping a new icon in the call control menu during video calls.

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Apple iPhone 15: Everything we know so far https://ift.tt/1aei9Oj

Update, May 26, 2023 (4.32 PM ET): This hub has been updated to include a leak that suggests the entire iPhone 15 series could have a frosted glass back panel.

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Original article: We’ve become so accustomed to Apple’s iterative smartphone launches each year that the iPhone 14 event represented one of the most exciting in recent memory. Sure, the base model was practically identical to its predecessor, but Apple gave us a Plus instead of a Mini, and the Pro devices introduced a brand-new punch hole display.

The instantly memeable Dynamic Island (Apple’s fancy name for the screen cutout and its corresponding software enhancements) is the biggest shakeup to the iPhone design in years. In many ways, it made up for a lack of innovation elsewhere in Apple’s flagship phone lineup, with plenty of consumers deciding there was no need to upgrade just yet. Will 2023’s iPhone 15 series offer more than just superficial improvements and convince more people to make the jump? Let’s find out.

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What is prompt engineering and how does it work? https://ift.tt/5tDpOS1

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From creative tasks to customer service, modern AI tools like Midjourney and ChatGPT are threatening the existence of many careers. Simultaneously, however, they’ve also created an industry demand for a new kind of job: prompt engineering. What is a prompt, you ask? The text-based input that you give a natural language AI like ChatGPT to perform tasks. That’s right — even though just about anyone can talk to a chatbot in plain English, there’s a growing demand for professionals that can engineer their prompts just right to achieve a particular goal.

Prompt engineering has become a career virtually overnight over the past few months, with skilled individuals bagging handsome salaries just for their language skills. So in this article, let’s take a closer look at prompt engineering, what it looks like, and how you can become better at it to potentially even earn a living.

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BlueStacks problems and how to fix them https://ift.tt/RN4s5uo

BlueStacks is one of the best Android emulators you can get and is a great way to play Android games and use other apps on a computer. BlueStacks has improved with every iteration, and the latest version, BlueStacks 5, is the fastest yet and has a slew of features to enhance your gaming experience. However, like any software, users can run into issues occasionally while using BlueStacks. Here’s a look at some common BlueStacks problems and how to fix them!

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Problem #1: “Incompatible Windows Settings” error on BlueStacks 5

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You will see the “incompatible Windows settings” error message pop-up when using the Nougat (32-bit) or Android 11 (Beta) versions of BlueStacks 5. You might also see an error message that says, “Nougat 32-bit/Android 11 (Beta) is not supported by your Operating System” when trying to create a fresh Instance. This occurs on any Windows system with Hyper-V, which is Microsoft’s hardware visualization product, enabled.

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5 things you must know about next-gen smartphone processors https://ift.tt/1aei9Oj

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It’s the time of the year when Arm, the brains behind your smartphone’s chip, unveils the building block of next-gen SoCs from Qualcomm, MediaTek, and more. If you’ve been wondering what the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 or Dimensity 9300 will look like, you’ve come to the right place.

During Arm Tech Day 2023, Arm unveiled a selection of new CPU cores covering high-performance and low-power use cases, along with its fifth-generation GPU, complete with ray tracing graphics support. So let’s run through the essential need-to-knows about all this cutting-edge technology.

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The race to be the fastest charging phone in the US finally has a new challenger https://ift.tt/hg0uwC9

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Opinion post by

Ryan Haines

For as all-encompassing as the competition between flagship smartphones has become, there’s one area that Samsung, Apple, and others seem content to ignore — charging. In the states, SuperVOOC technology (used by OPPO, OnePlus, Realme, and other BBK-affiliated brands) has often been the only contender if you wanted truly fast wireless charging. But even then, only a handful of compatible phones were available to officially buy in the US, and you had to contend with some strange decisions like the use of a USB-A charger, limited support for charging standards for non-VOOC devices, and a lack of wireless charging options. Now, there’s a new (but very familiar) challenger on the scene — none other than Motorola with its TurboPower charging, and all I can say is it’s about time.

An unexpected challenger

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I don’t think Apple’s Reality Pro ambitions are rooted in reality https://ift.tt/YUbzCa5

Opinion post by

Adamya Sharma

Apple’s Worldwide Developer Conference is right around the corner, and so is one of the most significant launches the company has made in years — a mixed reality (MR) headset. It’s an entirely new product category for Apple, which finds itself in completely unchartered territory. When stuffing smartphones into VR headsets was all the rage back in 2016, Apple was more focused on augmented reality (AR) with its ARKit applications. But a secret project was brewing at Cupertino, the culmination of which is what we’re about to witness.

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PSA: To avoid malware, check for this before buying an Android TV https://ift.tt/kHgzthM

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• After reports of malware on Android TV devices emerged, Google has released guidance for consumers to help them make an informed decision.
• Potential buyers should check if the manufacturer is listed on the Android TV homepage as a partner.
• You should also check for the Google Play Protect status of the Android TV box.

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Recently, researchers found that some top-rated Android TV boxes that were highly popular on Amazon were preloaded with malware. These Android TV boxes were from uncertified brands that had gotten popular because of their low price, but in the background, they would commit ad-click fraud to generate illicit revenue. In response to this, Google has released guidance for consumers so that they do not end up purchasing such products.

Just because a set-top box or TV dongle comes with Android TV doesn’t mean that it is certified to run Android TV. Google has strict security and privacy policies for Android TV, and products that are certified to run Android TV undergo extensive testing for quality and user safety. Only after they pass these tests are they given the Android TV certification and added to the official partner page.

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How to play chess against ChatGPT (and why you probably shouldn’t) https://ift.tt/eSOFvJ9

Modern AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Bing Chat can mimic human conversation to a surprising extent. And if that wasn’t enough, the latest language models also boast impressive logical reasoning abilities. GPT-4, for example, ranks in the 90th percentile of test-takers in exam topics ranging from biology to world history. So with these impressive credentials, you may wonder: can ChatGPT play chess? And if so, what’s the best way to challenge one of the world’s most capable chatbots to a game?

Here are two different ways to play chess with ChatGPT. Later, we’ll also recommend some alternative chess AI you can try instead.

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The Android 14 beta is the buggiest beta I’ve ever installed on my Pixels https://ift.tt/hQboC6u

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Opinion post by

Rita El Khoury

Ever since I flashed Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich on my HTC Desire Z, I’ve been curious about trying the latest and — supposedly — greatest version of Android as soon as possible. When Google started publicly testing official Android developer previews and betas, I quickly signed up and it’s become a yearly tradition for me. New developer preview? On my secondary phone! Out of developer preview and into beta? On my main phone! That’s how I ended up with the Android 14 beta on my Pixel 7 Pro and all the bugs made me regret it ever since.

Before I carry on, I know we’re talking about a beta and beta software is bug-ridden by definition — testing is crucial to get to the stable release. I also know that bugs are hit-and-miss. I don’t recall seeing any notable issue with any previous beta I’ve flashed on my Pixel phones in the last five years at least. That’s extremely lucky, but betas are supposed to be significantly more stable than early developer previews. I guess all of my karma ran out, though, and I got saddled with a multitude of annoyances and bugs from day one with the Android 14 beta.

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4 lessons the Nothing Phone 2 should learn from early OnePlus https://ift.tt/uNXSoqB

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Opinion post by

Hadlee Simons

Nothing has only been around for a couple of years, but the company founded by OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei has already made a splash. The Nothing Phone 1 may have been the brand’s first phone, but it still stood out from the pack thanks to its distinctive design and well-rounded set of features.

We know the Nothing Phone 2 is coming, but Pei and the team only need to look back at the early days of OnePlus for a few lessons on what not to do with a sophomore release.

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The Weekly Authority: 😲 Top Pixel Fold Model Sells Out in US https://ift.tt/bTDq8S0

Welcome to The Weekly Authority, the Android Authority newsletter that breaks down the top Android and tech news from the week. The 246th edition here, with the top Pixel Fold model selling out in the US, a rather nasty trick to make your Pixel 7 fingerprint scanner more reliable, a OnePlus 12 leak, Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 rumors, everything you missed from Sony’s PlayStation Showcase, and that fake Pentagon explosion.

Happy Memorial Day weekend! I’ve spent the week desperately trying to consume all the cupcakes and brownies I baked last weekend before they go off, while also replaying Uncharted 4. It’s a hard life!

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Find out how to save 87% on Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps https://ift.tt/AC7xp9P

It can be tough to make it in the creative industry, so the last thing you need when you’re starting out is prohibitive subscription costs for the tools you need. This Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps deal can help as it drops the almost $250 cost of the service to just $29.99.

The plan is actually called Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps 100GB because that’s exactly what you get. It includes full use of over 20 Creative Cloud apps, such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro, as well as 100GB of cloud storage.

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Check out 19 of the best romantic movies on Netflix https://ift.tt/B2XtiPh

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Despite the rise of many promising alternatives, Streaming giant Netflix remains one of the top players in the game, with new shows and movies added weekly. Among those is a huge library of romantic movies, including plenty of Netflix originals. So, what are the best romance movies on Netflix?

Below, we offer you our top picks, with 17 romantic titles including comedies, dramas, feel-good gems, classic, new favorites, queer love stories, and plenty more. And if you’re not already a Netflix subscriber, you can sign up by hitting the link below.

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OnePlus Buds Pro 2 review: Flagship buds with a mid-tier price tag https://ift.tt/AC7xp9P

Ever since OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei left the company to form Nothing, OnePlus has struggled to find its stride. The side-by-side release of the OnePlus 11 and Buds Pro 2 has us thinking the old OnePlus might just be back. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 combine cutting-edge hardware and software with a significantly lower price than the competition. With Android 13 supporting Spatial Audio, the earbuds have all the ingredients to take on the AirPods Pro. How do they actually perform? Find out in our OnePlus Buds Pro 2 review.

OnePlus Buds Pro 2

• Next-gen codec support
• Fast charging
• Tuned for bass fans

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MSRP

$179.99

$179.99 at Amazon

About this OnePlus Buds Pro 2 review: I tested the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 (Eternal Green) over three weeks. The earbuds ran firmware version 165.165.101. I used the iOS HeyMelody app version 1.2.42 and a OnePlus 11 running Android 13. OnePlus provided this unit for review.

Update, May 26, 2023: Addressed a new firmware update and ensured all information is current.

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Upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 at a new low of $290 https://ift.tt/AC7xp9P

We’ve been waiting two years for the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 to dip below a $350 asking price. Amazon went one better in today’s deal, putting the highly-rated Chromebook on sale for just $290.61 ($259 off).

That’s some drop, considering the machine originally retailed for $700 and has regularly hovered around the $550 mark ever since. This offer is only on the Mercury Gray color of the device, and in the 4GB RAM with 64GB storage configuration.

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Google is killing a stolen YouTube feature https://ift.tt/zMn2IKT

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• YouTube is killing Stories on June 26.
• Stories that are already live on that date will expire seven days after they were originally shared.
• YouTube now wants creators to focus on Community posts and Shorts.

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Google is putting an end to YouTube Stories, a feature it borrowed from platforms like Snapchat in 2017. According to a support post made by the company, the feature will shut down on June 26, 2023. YouTube is now encouraging creators to use Community posts and Shorts instead of YouTube Stories.

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The best phone deals of May 2023 https://ift.tt/plCD9kJ

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Buying a new phone is an important purchase for many people. You probably use it every day and more than any other device, so you’ll want to pick one that’s just right. It’s easy to spend hours scouring the web for the best offers, but we’ve done the legwork for you. We’ve gathered some of the best phone deals available to save you time and money.

We’re mainly sticking with unlocked deals for now, but we’ve thrown in some of the best carrier offers too. We’ve noted where devices are international versions that may not be suitable on your carrier, but make sure to check carefully before you buy.

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