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The OnePlus 12's cameras look like one upgrade worth focusing on in latest leak
A considerable upgrade from the OnePlus 11, at least on paper
The OnePlus 12 is still several months away, and yet, we already know a lot about it. We know how it might look, and how powerful it might be. We also know when we might see it launched — for Chinese users, that might be as early as December, which would give it a considerable head start over other 2024 smartphones. We're learning more stuff as the weeks go by, and now, we have a very early look at the kind of camera hardware the OnePlus 12 could pack. And if this is anything to go by, it shouldn't disappoint.
10 best farming games in 2023
Looking to relax with some peaceful farming games? You've come to the right place
Relaxing gaming activities pair well with brand-new Android tablets and phones. As part of the desired R&R package, many games turn into simulators of some kind, whether those become more focused on building, gardening, farming, or harvesting. Unfortunately, most simulator games tend to scope macroscopically and, as a result, may overwhelm the player with too many menus, tedious tasks, and a heavy reliance on micromanagement.
Samsung highlights how the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 are better than its competitors
Samsung's Flex Hinge supposedly adds less stress to the display
Displays are always a big highlight of Samsung phones since the company's display arm is the leader in the OLED space. And while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 are iterative upgrades over their predecessors, their screens are among the best in foldable phones. The way display tech has improved over the last few years, you might not notice the Fold 5 and Flip 5's superior screens. This is why Samsung Display has published an infographic focusing on the new and improved displays of its latest foldable phones.
Google's 25th anniversary is coming up, and the celebration could mean deals like these
Google has almost been around for a quarter of a century
Google is soon to turn 25. The company was first founded on September 4, 1998, by then-students Larry Page and Sergey Brin. It got its start with the Google search engine, which is still its main product, but over the next few years it managed to branch out into many more things. For the past quarter of a century, it has positioned itself as one of the main tech companies out there, and of course, Google wants to celebrate it. How, exactly? By holding a big sale on some of its most popular hardware products, of course.
What is Google Voice?
Google Voice is a streamlined VoIP service for personal or business use. Here's everything you should know
Do you need an additional phone number in your life? Google Voice has you covered. This service is easy to sign up for, frequently free, and has few strings attached. Here's everything you need to know.
Google Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Which is right for you?
Is the Pixel 7 Pro worth $300 or should you stick with the cheaper option?
It’s hard not to look at the Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro and see two of the best Android phones money can buy. Not only that, but the Pixel 7 Pro also earned our Phone of the Year and Reader’s Choice awards in 2022, some of the highest honors we can give a smartphone. These devices are expertly designed with refined setups, exclusive software tricks, and tons of great features for you to make the most of. With the massive price difference between the two, how do they stack up side by side? Is one Pixel 7 better than the other or should you go for the cheapest option and enjoy what it has to offer? Here's what you need to know.
Samsung's S-series smartphones are well known for offering superior hardware and software, and the Galaxy S21+ is no exception. While it may have relinquished its spot among the best Samsung phones, having been on the market for over a year, it’s still an awesome phone worth owning. Whether you already own or plan on getting this device, you can rest assured it’ll serve you remarkably well for years to come.
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 dustproof?
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 comes with a number of upgrades, but is dustproofing among them?
We are in the middle of a foldable renaissance in the smartphone space, and frankly, I'm here for it. The best foldable phones essentially double your phone's real estate while keeping it compact enough to still squeeze into your pocket is a revolution I'm happy to champion, and to be honest, I've always been a fan of thicc toys where electronics are concerned (bring on the musclebooks and desktop replacement laptops).
Best Samsung Galaxy A34 5G cases in 2023
Your A34 deserves more than a naked existence, so give it royal treatment with these classy cases
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Samsung is renowned for making some of the best flagship phones, and the same can be said for its cheaper devices. The Galaxy A34 is a prime example, with its remarkable components and speedy performance earning it a spot among the best budget Android phones. But that’s not the only impressive thing about this device.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5: News, specs, price, and release date
Samsung's next-gen foldable is here but it's not all that different from the Z Fold 4
Samsung makes some of the best foldable phones on the market. The company's offerings have been leading the foldable sales chart. But in recent years, the competition in the foldable space has increased, with the likes of Huawei, Honor, and Oppo coming up with some impressive offerings. To tackle them and ensure its top position is not challenged, Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 5 — its best take on a folding phone in 2023.
Samsung silently downgrades Galaxy S23 Ultra’s 8K video recording capability
The ‘High bitrate videos’ option has been disabled when shooting 8K footage
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is among the best camera-centric Android phones in 2023. Besides its amazing telephoto cameras, the S23 Ultra can record 8K videos at up to 30fps. By default, the phone captures 8K videos with a bitrate of 80Mbps, though an optional "High bitrate videos" toggle bumped the bitrate higher for even better quality. But this led to some stutters and jerkiness, which is probably why Samsung has silently disabled this option with the July 2023 update.
The best open world games available on the Play Store owe a significant chunk of their success to the GTA franchise, given its notable contribution to the genre's popularity. GTA-inspired apps evoke the series' living, breathing worlds full to the brim with color, life, and room to mess around. These apps offer unique missions, customizable avatars, slick vehicles, and vibrant combat mechanics with plenty of morally duplicitous methods for dispatching foes, played best on your best cheap and cheerful Android phone. AP won't be held responsible for what you get up to with our roundup of the best games that evoke GTA on Android, but far be it from us to discourage you from playing some of the finest games on the Play Store. Enjoy!
Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs. Google Pixel 7 Pro: Is performance everything?
Is a powerful new chip enough to unseat Google as king of the Android hill?
Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra has more than earned its place among our favorite Android phones, and the Galaxy S23+ is a great middle-ground for those who want the performance and power of the S23 series without cashing out for the Ultra. But how does that mid-runner stand up against the best that Google has to offer, the Pixel 7 Pro? Let’s take a look.
Weekend poll: Did you buy any of Samsung's latest gadgets?
Folds, Flips, smartwatches, and tablets — there's a lot to pick from
Another summer, another Galaxy Unpacked. This year's event found its way to South Korea, where Samsung unveiled a whole slate of new gadgets looking to convince you to drop some hard-earned cash. It's not the most exciting lineup we've ever seen — continuing a year of stagnation for much of the industry — but if you're ready to upgrade to a new smartphone, tablet, or wearable, there's something here for you.
Google needs to bring the Pixel Fold's frosted glass back to all of its phones
The Pixel Fold’s back reminds me of the good old days of my Pixel 3
The Google Pixel Fold is a product I'm reluctant to recommend, but it still gets a few key things right — I made as much clear in my ode to the Pixel Fold's way of handling screen rotation. While I wish that the Pixel Fold's screen rotation behavior could come to other manufacturers' foldables, the Pixel Fold has another quality that I wish some other phones and products would get — specifically, other Pixel phones. I'm talking about the Pixel Fold's silky smooth frosted glass back.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs. Galaxy Z Flip 5: Which Samsung foldable is best for you?
Two bendable sides of the same coin
Samsung has just unveiled its latest folding phones: The Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5. Both are iterative upgrades over the phones that preceded them, and it's clear that these phones are targeted at first-time foldable owners. With that in mind, which foldable style should you spend your money on?
Samsung Galaxy A54 vs. Galaxy A53: Minor upgrades, big value
Should you ditch your Galaxy A53 for the new model?
The Galaxy A-Series has long offered some of the best options when it comes to budget-friendly devices with solid performance. This assortment of phones encompasses Samsung's mid-range and budget phones, and their performance and reliability are big reasons you'll find a few models on our best budget Android phones list. The Samsung Galaxy A53 was one of our favorite mid-range phones from last year, and it has remained a solid option even well after its release. But how does the old stand up against the newer Samsung Galaxy A54? Better than you might think, actually.
How to like a text message on your Android phone
Like a text message on Android and send message reactions!
Anyone with an iPhone knows that liking a text message is easy, but it's not so simple on Android. While reacting to messages on the top-end-to-end encrypted messaging apps is commonplace, reacting to messages on Android requires you to activate RCS messaging. The Rich Chatting Service (RCS) standard is a significant improvement over SMS/MMS messaging. It introduced features like read receipts, typing indicators, and message reactions.
Galaxy Z Fold 5? More like Galaxy Z Flub 5, says the Android Police podcast
Hope you're ready for some late-pod moisture...
It's a flub. A flop. Samsung's pocket flaps are showing and the numbers are not good. At least that's what we're making of this week's Unpacked event. Daniel, Ara, and Will are putting in their say on this episode of the Android Police podcast. From the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5, the Galaxy Watch 6, and the Galaxy Tab S9 series (which we didn't remember inviting to the party), there's just a lot of gristle to chew through. Sharpen your teeth.
Galaxy S23 FE listing appears on Wireless Power Consortium site
Another day, another all-but-confirmation leak about the budget Samsung phone
Back in 2008, the Wireless Power Consortium was formed to promote the universal and widespread usage of a wireless charging standard among all types of phones. That led to the creation of the Qi standard, which is a form of power transfer that most of the best wireless chargers are using today. It seems like someone made a slight mistake on the Wireless Power Consortium website, however, as a listing for the all-but-confirmed Galaxy S23 FE has appeared.