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A Cheaper YouTube Premium Plan May Well Be On Its Way
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YouTube's parent company Alphabet is planning to introduce a lower-priced subscription option, called "Premium Lite," which will offer an ad-free experience for non-music content at a reduced price. The new plan is expected to be available in the US, Australia, Germany, and Thailand.
Instagram DMs Get a New Music Sticker, Here’s How to Use It
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Instagram has introduced a music-sharing feature in DMs, allowing users to share song snippets from the app's music library. The feature is available for both Android and iPhone users with the latest version of Instagram, and can be accessed through the sticker menu in chat.
How to Change Chat Theme on WhatsApp
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WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature allowing users to change their chat theme color on Android and iPhone. With 20 different colored hues and 30 new backgrounds to choose from, users can personalize their conversation screen. To access this feature, update WhatsApp to the latest version and go to the Default chat theme option in Chat settings.
Apple iPhone 16e vs iPhone 16: What’s So Different?
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Apple has officially release the iPhone 16e and it packs more or less similar specs as the iPhone 16. That is why we decided to compare the two devices to help you find out which is the better buy of the two of them.
Apple iPhone 16e Colors: Here are All the Official Hues
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Apple has finally released the iPhone 16e and the phone is available in two different color options. These include the black, and white colors in which you can pick up the device. Both colors are available in "elegant matte" finishes, so the 16e will be in line with the rest of the iPhone 16 series' back glass designs.
iPhone 16e Announced With A18 Chipset and Apple Intelligence
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Apple has launched the iPhone 16e, a mid-range phone with a familiar design and high-end internals. It include a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED panel, A18 processor, 8GB RAM, and 48MP rear camera. The phone starts at $599 for a 128GB variant and is available in three colors.
It’s Time to Say Goodbye to Humane AI Pin, Company Sells AI Assets to HP
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Humane is selling its AI business to HP for $116 million, including its AI-powered platform and intellectual property. The Humane AI pin will stop working on February 28th at 3PM ET, and users must download their data before then to avoid losing access.
The OnePlus Watch 3 is Here with Serious Upgrades Over Its Predecessor
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The OnePlus Watch 3 boasts a titanium frame, rotating crown, and larger 1.5-inch display. It features improved health tracking with 3 new sensors, including an optical heart rate sensor and pulse oximeter. The watch is powered by the Snapdragon W5+ processor and has a 631 mAh battery, offering up to 5 days of use with Smart battery mode.
Android 16 May Finally Bring Apple-like Battery Health Insights
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The latest Android 16 Beta 2 update reveals a potential battery health feature, allowing users to view their battery's current capacity compared to a new one. The feature will be available in Settings > Battery > Battery health, and also includes options for charging optimization and recalibrating battery measurements.
10 Best Apps for Dating You Should Use in 2025
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In this read, we have covered a list of the 10 best dating apps that you can find, covering all aspects of relationships. From casual hookups, to serious long term commitments. These apps will help you find the commitment that you have been looking for.
Apple CEO Teases New Product Launch Next Week, Is it the iPhone SE 4?
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On Thursday, Apple CEO Tim Cook shared a post on X announcing the release date of the upcoming iPhone SE 4 which is set to debut next week and will be available for purchase by the end of the month. The phone could be renamed to iPhone 16E given Cook’s caption for the post but we are unsure about that.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 Is Here for Next Generation Mid-Range Phones
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The Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 processor has been announced with improvements over its predecessor. Notable upgrades include fabrication on TSMC's 4nm process, ARMv9 cores, a 29% better GPU, support for 16GB LPDDR5 RAM and UFS 3.1 storage, and a 5G modem with mmWave and sub-6GHz support.
A recent leak reveals the Oppo Find N5's specs, which could be identical to what we might see for the OnePlus Open 2. The phone is expected to feature a 8.12-inch display, 7-core Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 5600mAh battery, and a triple-camera setup. Launch is set for February 20, 2025, with a possible Q2 or Q3 release for the OnePlus Open 2.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review: The Flagship to Beat in 2025?
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra brings the most changes this year with a refined and ergonomic design, updated processor and cooling plus a better camera at the back. So how does the phone fair after a week of usage? Find out in this review of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
The Good Lock Home Up module has received an update to version 16, bringing new customization options to Samsung Galaxy devices running One UI 7. Users can now customize their home screen with features like placing icons anywhere, resizing them, changing app opening and closing animations and more.
WhatsApp Testing an Instagram-Inspired Feature to Make Status Updates More Creative
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WhatsApp is testing a new photo sticker. The feature, similar to Instagram's sticker option, enables users to add and arrange multiple photos from their gallery. It can bring the status sharing experience on WhatsApp closer to that of Instagram.
The Best Galaxy S25 Ultra Screen Protectors You Can Buy
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for grabs, and while you make your way to the store to get the phone, why not order a good screen protector for it as well to protect it from scratches and breaking the glass in accidental falls.
Here are the Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Cases
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With the Samsung Galaxy S25 officially going on sale, you might be looking for a good quality case or cover for your new device before picking it up. Well, we have scoured the web for you and compiled a list of all the best Samsung Galaxy S25 cases and covers that you can get right now.
Best Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Cases to Keep Your Phone Pristine
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for sale right now, and while you get your new and shining smartphone, you may want to protect this expensive investment with a good case. Good thing is we have compiled all the best options available out there in this list of the best cases and covers for the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Find Out How Bad Is Your Spotify with This Snarky AI Tool
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Find out how bad your streaming music is a tool powered by a witty A.I. bot that analyzes your listening habits and judges you based on it. It will roast you on your musical taste and give you a score based on top of it. We try it ourselves in this read and here's what we got at the end.
New WhatsApp Features Added in January 2025
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2025 has just begun, but WhatsApp isn't taking things lightly. Over the past month, the platform has added a bunch of new features and has tested some upcoming functions for its users on Android and iPhone. Here's an in-depth look at all the features WhatsApp has added in January 2025.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Review: A Compact Flagship For Everyone
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 brings some necessary improvements in terms of design by going slimmer and lighter while keeping much of the same internals as the last year's model. It features the new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset which makes it a powerhouse of a smartphone and in this read, I will be sharing my thoughts on this device.
Leaked Specifications Point to Nothing’s Next Device – Phone (3a)
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The Nothing Phone (3a) is expected to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor, 6.8-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display, triple camera array, 5000mAh battery, and 45W fast charging. The device will run Nothing OS 3.1 based on Android 15 and is set to launch on March 4th, with a possible Plus variant and other devices to follow.
How to Filter Notifications in One UI 7 on a Samsung Phone
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Samsung's One UI 7 includes a hidden option that helps to group together all the less important and unnecessary alerts in one, and it is called Filter notifications. To use this feature, head over to Settings > Notifications > Advanced settings > Filter notifications.
X Working on a Huge Messaging Upgrade with “XChat”
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Elon Musk's X is reportedly working on a new direct messaging feature called XChat. The feature's availability and timeline are unclear, and it could be limited to premium subscribers initially before rolling out to all users.
How to Set Charging Limit in One UI 7 on Samsung Galaxy Phones
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To increase the battery longevity of your phone, you can set a charging limit to your Samsung smartphone. This can be done from the settings app, just head to Battery > Battery protection and set it to Maximum.
Nothing Drops Its First Phone 3 Teaser with One Major Upgrade on the Horizon
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Nothing has shared an official teaser for its upcoming flagship phone, the Phone 3. The teaser hints at a triple camera setup, possibly with a telephoto lens, and a flagship chipset. The phone's design and features are expected to be revealed soon, with a launch date of March 4.
How to Hide App and Widget Labels in One UI 7 on Samsung Phones
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With the One UI 7 update, Samsung has added some new home screen customization options within their devices. One them includes the option to hide app labels which appear under them. This helps to create a clean and minimal looking home screen setup. We have discussed where to find this option and use it to hide app labels in this read.
How to Turn Off Now Bar in One UI 7 on Samsung Galaxy Phones
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The Now bar is the new Dynamic Island like feature that is a part of the One UI 7 update. It shows the live status of ongoing activities on the lock screen. However, some folks could find it obtrusive which is why we have discusses the steps to disable this feature on Samsung smartphones in this guide.
How to Switch to Vertical App Drawer in One UI 7 on Samsung Galaxy Phones
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Samsung has finally added an option to change to a vertical scrolling app drawer in the One UI 7 update, and it can be easily done through the three dot menu in the search bar of the app drawer itself. In this guide, we have laid out the process in an easily digestable manner so that you can also enjoy the new modern layout.
How to Check Your Instagram Watch History
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This article explores different workarounds to check your previously watched Instagram Reels. Since Instagram itself does not offer a baked in option to let users browse their Reels watch history, users can try workarounds like looking up liked Reels under Your Activity section or view saved Reels instead.
What Happens When You Restrict Someone on Instagram?
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In this read, we have thoroughly explained how the restrict feature works on Instagram, and along with detailed steps on how you can restrict and unrestrict someone from the Instagram app or the website. We have also detailed some frequently asked questions on the topic.
Instagram Finally Lets You Send High-Quality Photos in DMs
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Instagram is rolling out the option to send high-quality images in direct messages. A tiny HD icon will appear in the top right corner of the photo picker, allowing users to share images in better resolution. However, this can result in larger file sizes and longer sending times.
All Upcoming New Android 16 Features You Should Know About
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We have compiled all the new features, updates, and changes that we have seen in the latest Android 16 Beta 2. This includes features like Screen-off Fingerprint Unlock, Notification Cooldown, Bluetooth Audio sharing, and a revamped settings page.
Android 16 Beta 1 Arrives on Google Pixel Devices, Here’s What’s New
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Google has dropped the Android 16 Beta 1 update, and this brings several new changes like force app resizeability will be enabled by default for tablets, support for live updates, Samsung's APV codec and predictive back gesture in third party apps.
How to Switch to Older Quick Settings in One UI 7 on Samsung Phone
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With the One UI 7 update, Samsung has introduced a new quick settings panel that is divided into two pages. One shows all your notifications, while the other is reserved for quick settings and toggles. While the new layout is better for readability, many would prefer to go back to the older look and that is why we will discuss how to change it in this read.
How to Customize Lock Screen in One UI 7 on Samsung Galaxy Phones
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Samsung's latest update One UI 7 offers a slew of customization features. Among them is the ability to tweak the look and feel of your Samsung phone's lock screen. You can apply different wallpaper effects, add new clock styles, get new widgets, and replace lock-screen shortcuts. In this read, we'll give you step-by-step instructions on how to give your One UI lock screen the desired makeover.
How to Use Galaxy AI Call Transcripts in One UI 7 on Galaxy Phones
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Samsung is including a new Call transcripts feature with One UI 7 update which allows users to create a transcript of their call recording with the help of AI. This feature is a part of the Galaxy AI suite. However, another benefit of this new feature is the addition of the call recording option which has been missing on Samsung Galaxy smartphones in the U.S.
How to Use AI Writing Assist in One UI 7 on Samsung Phones
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One UI 7 brings a useful AI addition called the Writing assist which works with all third party apps including social media apps and email clients. It can help fix grammatical errors, change the tone of the text, summarize it, divide it into bullet points or create tables, and even lets you compose text from scratch.
Samsung’s GoodLock App Gets A Refreshing New Look
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Samsung has pushed a new update version 3.0.10.1 for the GoodLock app, changing its interface for a streamlined look and easier navigation.
One UI 7 Review: A Step Forward with Some Borrowed Inspiration
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One UI 7 is the latest software skin from Samsung that brings the new flavor of Android along with some drastic changes to the interface. Like new icons, customization options, features like the Now bar, further AI enhancements and more. We have discussed about all these in this review of One UI 7.