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Review: Nothing Ear (3) are still great earbuds, but a huge missed opportunity
Nothing gets a lot of attention around its smartphones nowadays, but audio products are what made a name for the company. Over the past week, I’ve had the chance to check out the Nothing Ear (3), the fourth-generation earbuds from Nothing, and I’ve got mixed feelings.
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Deals: Ring wireless Doorbell Pro all-time low at $100 off, Galaxy A56 from $450, Lenovo IdeaPad 3i Chromebook $150 off, more
Joining the ongoing $300 discounts on Galaxy Z Fold 7, we also spotted the 2025 model blue Galaxy Watch Ultra back at the Amazon all-time low alongside the unlocked Galaxy A56 smartphone back at its $450 lows. Those offers sit alongside Motorola’s Swarovski crystal edition 2025 razr bundled with Moto Buds at $100 off and, on the laptop side of things, a new all-time low on Lenovo’s IdeaPad 3i Chromebook with the 15.6-inch touchscreen. We also spotted Amazon’s flagship Ring Battery Doorbell Pro at $100 off to deliver the lowest price we have tracked all-time. Head below for a closer look at everything.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle TV homescreen redesign goes official as it rolls out to more users [Gallery]
Google has made its new homescreen redesign for Google TV official over the past few days, while also ramping up the rollout to more users.
Expand Expanding CloseYouTube widely pushes AI age verification and restrictions
Following its debut in August, Google is widely pushing YouTube’s AI age verification this week as many users are reporting their accounts have been restricted.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy Watch 6 can now download One UI 8 Beta, but Watch 7 no longer has that option
One UI 8 beta for the Galaxy Watch series is making its way through generations, bringing the OS to the Watch 6 while ending registration for others.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle says more on desktop Android, Qualcomm ‘incredibly excited’
At Snapdragon Summit 2025, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon had an on-stage conversation with Google’s Rick Osterloh. The SVP of Platforms & Devices had more comments about desktop Android, with Qualcomm also working on it and “incredibly excited.”
Expand Expanding CloseAdd Pixel contacts to your ‘Do Not Disturb’ allowlist to avoid missed alerts – here’s how
Do Not Disturb will block everyone and everything unless you tell your Pixel not to, including important contacts. Here’s how to whitelist certain people and add them to your allowlist so they can reach you while Do Not Disturb is active.
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Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Northgard, Legend of Mana, Eight-Minute Empire, more
This afternoon’s lineup of the best Android game and app deals going live on Google Play today are now ready to go. You’ll find everything waiting down below the fold, just be sure to also scope out the ongoing $300 price drops on Galaxy Z Fold 7 as well as return Amazon lows on Samsung’s new mid-range unlocked Galaxy A56 smartphone, this deal on Journey’s laptop sleeve with built-in Google Find My tech, and Galaxy Tab S11/Ultra at up to $150 off (or up to $950 offwith trades) as well.
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Google AI Plus is now available in 40 more countries
After announcing two weeks ago for one emerging market, the Google AI Plus subscription is now available in 40 more countries.
Expand Expanding CloseWhatsApp gets message translations, with auto-translation support exclusive to Android
WhatsApp may not be as popular in the US as it is throughout much of the rest of the world, but thanks to a flashy, celebrity-packed ad campaign, it’s been working to reverse that fate. Now, WhatsApp is adding support for message translations directly within your conversations, with Android users in particular getting a pretty big upgrade.
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Disney+ and its bundles are getting a price hike in October
In a case of really bad timing, Disney+ is getting a price hike, affecting both Disney+ and all of its bundle offerings.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle offering some Nest Aware users 50% off annual plan after recent price increase
Users appear to be getting familiar renewal discount offers for Nest Aware, bringing the yearly $100 cost to just $50.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Home for web rolls out smart device controls
After rolling out over the past few weeks, device controls are now widely rolled out to the Google Home web app.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Photos rolling out conversational ‘Help me edit’ beyond Pixel 10
After introducing on the Pixel 10 series, Google Photos is bringing the conversational “Help me edit” experience to all Android users in the US.
Expand Expanding CloseSamsung’s next big Android update keeps leaking with more AI and Liquid Glass vibes
Samsung is working on One UI 8.5, its next major Android update for Galaxy devices, and the leaks are pouring in with new AI capabilities and some Liquid Glass vibes throughout.
Expand Expanding CloseApple Music 5.0 update adds iOS 26 features to Android
After beta testing got underway last month, version 5.0 of Apple Music is rolling out to the stable channel following the release of iOS 26 last week.
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Google Docs update reveals more Material 3 Expressive and new filters in the pipeline
Google Docs is reportedly adding more Material 3 Expressive elements and several UI tweaks in an upcoming update.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel 10 Pro XL or OnePlus 13: Which is really the better buy? [Video]
Although the OnePlus 15 is on the horizon, the OnePlus 13 has been one of the best buys on Android all year. Can Google usurp the OnePlus 13 with the Pixel 10 Pro XL? Here’s everything you need to know.
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Deals: Z Fold 7 $300+ off, Tab S11/Ultra up to $950 off w/ trade, Google Find My laptop sleeve, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is ready to roll with ongoing $300+ price drops on Galaxy Z Fold 7 and up to $150 off Galaxy Tab S11/Ultra (up to $950 off with trade-ins). We are closing in on the end of the Google Birthday sale where you can land loads of notable deals on the latest gear as well as Google Pixel 8 Pro at $400 off with a FREE Pixel Watch and a case, just be sure to scope out this deal on Journey’s new laptop sleeve with built-in Google Find My and HP’s OmniBook 5 2K OLED Snapdragon X Plus Copilot+ laptop back at its best price yet. Everything await below.
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OnePlus is making account changes for US users amid ‘HeyTap’ shutdown
OnePlus is making some changes to accounts for its US users as HeyTap, which previously handled account services, is shutting down services in the US this month.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play adding You tab, new gaming profile, Q&A posts, and more
Besides Sidekick, Google Play is introducing a slew of updates today across gaming and personalization on Android.
Expand Expanding ClosePlay Games Sidekick is Gemini Live for Android games
Google is bringing Gemini Live to Android gaming with Play Games Sidekick. Billed as a coach, it’s meant to be a “helpful in-game overlay available while playing games downloaded from Play.”
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Clock for Wear OS gets new M3 Expressive app icons
As part of the upcoming M3 Expressive redesign, Google Clock for Wear OS has new app icons for Alarm, Stopwatch, and Timer.
Expand Expanding CloseThe Sideload 005: Finding friction in an always-online world
Welcome to episode 5 of The Sideload, a podcast by NewGeekGuide. This week, Will is joined by Michael Fisher, better known online as Mr. Mobile. Although perhaps best known for his love of foldables, Michael published several reviews this year focusing on minimalist gadgets, ranging from the Minimal Phone (MP01) to the Light Phone 3. Together, Will and Michael discuss the ups and downs of an always-connected society, whether these devices actually improve your mindset, and what they miss about the internet’s good old days.