As the news and reviews of all of Samsung's new hardware floods the internet, a simple tweet from OnePlus is enough to maybe turn a few heads in a different direction; especially the heads of those interested in Samsung's expensive, extremely iterative Galaxy Z Fold 5. With one sentence, OnePlus is … [Read more...] about OnePlus Open is now the official name of the OnePlus V Fold
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Is the Pixel 8’s upgraded fingerprint sensor worth a $50 price hike?
As we get closer to the launch of the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, expected leaks have already provided a pretty good look at what Google's next set of phones will look like and what sort of specs will come along for the ride both inside and out. Now, in addition to those fun details, leaker … [Read more...] about Is the Pixel 8’s upgraded fingerprint sensor worth a $50 price hike?
OnePlus V Fold will launch as the OnePlus Open in late August to take on the Pixel Fold
The smartphone world - at least in the folding segment - is really heating up as we move into the second half of 2023. With Samsung formally announcing its next Unpacked event (where we'll see the inevitable Galaxy Z Fold 5) and Google already delivering the Pixel Fold in recent weeks, OnePlus is … [Read more...] about OnePlus V Fold will launch as the OnePlus Open in late August to take on the Pixel Fold
YouTube may introduce bite-sized playable games in place of some video advertisements
In an internal Team YouTube email sent to a select group of employees and then somehow leaked to The Wall Street Journal, a new gaming initiative was tossed around in conversation. At this time, there's no word on whether it will even be available for public use, but it's called 'Playables', and at … [Read more...] about YouTube may introduce bite-sized playable games in place of some video advertisements
Pixel 8 may include support for Android 14’s improved desktop mode
After years of wishing for something like this from Google, it seems like the Pixel team is finally set to deliver a phone that can be used as a semi-desktop replacement - if inside info from Android Authority is to be believed. As always with this sort of thing, take it all with a grain of salt. … [Read more...] about Pixel 8 may include support for Android 14’s improved desktop mode
The Chrome Cast 231: All we know about Google’s ‘Chromebook X’ initiative so far
This week on The Chrome Cast, we stick to one subject, and one subject only: 'Chromebook X'. This leaked, upcoming initiative from Google surrounding a new category of Chromebooks could be a very interesting play coming by the end of the year. 'Chromebook X' devices should represent the best end … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 231: All we know about Google’s ‘Chromebook X’ initiative so far
New code suggests a Google-made keyboard and stylus for the Pixel Tablet may exist
Since the earliest news of the Pixel Tablet arrived, we all assumed Google would make a simple keyboard and stylus solution for their new, larger-screened device. While perhaps not exactly the use case Google really built the Pixel Tablet for, there's no denying the fact that some users are going … [Read more...] about New code suggests a Google-made keyboard and stylus for the Pixel Tablet may exist
The Pixel 8 is getting an impressive camera upgrade
We are rapidly approaching the official release date of Google's highly-anticipated Pixel Fold smart phone. Exciting as that is, most consumers aren't in the market for a $1,800 flexible handset, yet. No, more buyers are likely eyeing October and the release of Google's upcoming Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 … [Read more...] about The Pixel 8 is getting an impressive camera upgrade
The Chrome Cast 230: Pixel Watch 2, Apple Vision Pro, and ASUS Vibe CX34
This week on The Chrome Cast, we diverged into a bit of slightly-foreign territory. While the show starts with some new leaks that have surfaced surrounding the Pixel Watch 2, we switched gears on a bit of a whim to the new Apple Vision Pro and stayed on that topic for longer than we would have … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 230: Pixel Watch 2, Apple Vision Pro, and ASUS Vibe CX34
The Chrome Cast 229: Why the Pixel Fold’s long development may make it special
This week on The Chrome Cast, we begin our discussion by talking through the upcoming Google-made hardware that is set to release this month. The Pixel Tablet and the Pixel Fold are set to be unleashed on the world in the next few weeks, and both devices bring unanswered questions that won't be … [Read more...] about The Chrome Cast 229: Why the Pixel Fold’s long development may make it special
Google’s Pixel Fold development was a long affair, and that could make it truly special
I've said it a few times before, but there's never been a phone I've waited longer for than the Pixel Fold. Even the Palm Pre and the 6-month wait I endured for my first real smartphone doesn't even touch the surface of how long I've been anticipating this new, folding device from Google. On some … [Read more...] about Google’s Pixel Fold development was a long affair, and that could make it truly special
3 upgrades I’d love to see in the Pixel Watch 2 when it inevitably arrives
The story of the Pixel Watch 2 has been an interesting one thus far. Ahead of Google I/O 2023, we had mountains of leaks for devices like the Pixel Fold, Pixel Tablet and Pixel 7a. On the Pixel Watch front, however, there was a shocking amount of silence for a Google-made product. While we … [Read more...] about 3 upgrades I’d love to see in the Pixel Watch 2 when it inevitably arrives
