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The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold fixes the original’s biggest flaws

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The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is finally official. After months of rumours and leaks, Google’s second attempt at a foldable phone arrives as part of the mainline Pixel line-up, and addresses its predecessor’s shortcomings head-on. As well as a new name, this ground-up rework has the latest Tensor silicon and on-board ...

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The Pixel 9 Pro lands in two sizes. This one is my favourite

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Fans of powerful yet pocket-friendly handsets rejoice: Google has unleashed two versions of the Pixel 9 Pro, its latest and greatest smartphone. They arrive alongside a vanilla Pixel 9 with fresh new looks, more powerful processors, and even more Gemini AI smarts. XL branding has been brought out of retirement for the ...

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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra: which 2024 Android flagship is better?

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The latest flagship smartphones from Google and Samsung, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, have set the bar high for 2024. Competing for the best smartphone, both handsets offer similar features. Alongside the vanilla Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro, the XL version offers fresh new looks, more ...

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Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: which gets the foldable crown?

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While they’re still not what I’d call mass market, the best foldable phones aren’t particularly new any more. We’ve had a few iterations now, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Galaxy Z Fold 6 are some of the best we’ve ever seen. The new Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold introduces a larger cover display, slimmer design, and ...

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Google Pixel 9 vs Apple iPhone 15: you’ll be surprised how similar they are

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Google’s newest handset, the Pixel 9, has just landed. It’s the new mainstream Pixel device, arguably at the upper-end of the best mid-rangers. So it only makes sense to compare it to Apple’s identically positioned device – the iPhone 15. The Google Pixel 9 introduces a polished back, higher brightness, and enhanced ...

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Gemini Live might be the conversational AI that sci-fi promised us

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The tech world has been obsessed with AI smartphones for a while, but it still feels like we’re a long way from “Joaquin Phoenix falls in love with a gadget” levels of lifelike. Google’s new, more conversational way to interact with its virtual assistant, Gemini Live, might be the next closest thing. Instead of saying ...

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What is a passkey, and should you use one?

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What is a passkey? It’s a fair question, especially if you’ve stumbled across the term during your online adventures. You’ve probably even noticed the option pop up on some of your favourite sites. But what exactly is it? How does it work? And should you be ditching your trusty old passwords in favour of this ...

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This outdoor security camera might be the best value option

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When you’re trying to smarten up your home, one of the top security cameras is the best place to start. It lets you keep an eye on your gaff when you’re not at home. But some of the more affordable options start to lack some of the more useful features. So, SwitchBot’s newest outdoor cam tries to bridge the gap in ...

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10 Amazon Echo Hub tips and tricks to get more from the home hub

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Echo Hub is a bit like an Echo Show that’s been flattened against the wall, but it has a specific purpose. And that is to be a wall-mounted smart home controller, bringing together your various clever devices in one place; using various smart home protocols including Thread, Zigbee, Bluetooth LE and Amazon Sidewalk. ...

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Apple stealing Windows Vista’s worst feature is not a good look

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“Good artists copy. Great artists steal.” Apple co-founder Steve Jobs used to love that quote, which was misinterpreted by people who should know better. What it didn’t mean: cloning existing ideas is great. Instead, he was talking about taking something and making it better than – or at least different from – what ...

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Omega is the true winner of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

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Sure, the athletes are the real heroes of the Olympic Games, winning gold, silver, and bronze in events that leave us mere mortals in awe. But, if they were giving out medals for brand activations, Omega would be the one standing on the top spot of the podium. As the Official Timekeeper of the Paris 2024 Olympic ...

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Sonos Ace headphones drop to their lowest price since launch

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While Sonos has been making some of the top speakers for years, the brand never released a set of headphones. That all changed at the start of this year, with the Sonos Ace. They’re a solid set of headphones, attracting lots of praise – including our four star review that praised their sound quality and nosie ...

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