Rushil Agrawal

"For years, I was told I am great at doling out information about consumer tech without anyone asking. So now, I do it for a living." - A Gadget Nerd.

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Official Pixel 9 Pro cases leak showing off a surprise new color option

When Google first announced the Pixel 9 series launch event on August 13, there was a lot of excitement and mystery about what it would reveal. But, in the last few days, most of the surprises have been spoiled by leaks.From official specs and wallpapers to promo videos, it seems like we know almost everything about the Pixel 9 series already. To top it off, Android Headlines has now leaked images of what look like the official cases for the Pixel 9 Pro phones.We can see the familiar-looking Pix...
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SearchGPT is here: The inevitable threat to Google's core business

OpenAI, the force behind ChatGPT, has unveiled the prototype of SearchGPT, an AI-powered search engine designed to provide users with real-time access to information from across the web. Like Perplexity, the company aims to reimagine the search experience by combining the capabilities of its AI models with up-to-date information, which is currently missing from the standard ChatGPT experience.In its official announcement, OpenAI described SearchGPT as a means to streamline the search process. It...
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Pixel Buds Pro 2 might be coming soon with a fresh design, leaked case images suggest

Google’s Pixel 9 series launch event is almost upon us, and we already have a pretty good idea of what to expect from Google’s 2024 smartphone lineup. While we’re all excited about the new phones, there’s a good chance we might see something else too: the Pixel Buds Pro 2, Google’s next-generation wireless earbuds.A Reddit user recently stumbled upon some interesting pictures while browsing online for a Pixel Buds case. They found images of a Spigen case that specifically mentioned compatibility...
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A fresh leak offers a good look at the Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and Pro XL together

Google surprised everyone by moving the Pixel 9 series launch from October to August, keeping the change under wraps until the official announcement. Since then, we have had a flurry of Pixel 9 leaks revealing almost everything there is to know about Google’s 2024 flagships. But even with all this information out there, the internet still can’t get enough of these leaks, and neither can we.The latest leak comes from renowned leaker Evan Blass, who dropped this image of the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro,...
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The rumored 'ultra-slim' iPhone 17 could turn back time with a single camera setup

We’re still a few months away from the debut of Apple’s 2024 iPhone lineup, but that hasn’t stopped the rumor mill from churning out juicy details about what Apple has planned for 2025. For some time now, rumors have been swirling that the iPhone 17 series will include a brand-new model with a sleek, ultra-thin design. But before you get too excited, today’s leaks from famed Apple supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo might just temper your expectations a bit. (via MacRumors)In a nutshell, Kuo’s sco...
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Spotify confirms an even more expensive 'Deluxe' plan is in the works

We’ve been hearing about a Spotify “Supremium” or Hi-Fi plan for years, promising a high-fidelity music tier with enhanced features. However, the long-awaited upgrade remains elusive, and all Spotify has delivered to its subscribers recently are price hikes.During the latest earnings call, Spotify CEO Daniel Ek reignited the conversation by mentioning a forthcoming “Deluxe” version of Spotify. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Ek elaborated that the company plans to introduce an even more pre...
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iPhone 17 could get a new camera feature that Samsung tried in 2018

While the iPhone 16 series is shaping up to be an iterative upgrade, leaks and rumors about Apple’s 2025 iPhone lineup keep on getting more interesting. A recent report from The Information suggests that Apple may be planning to incorporate a variable aperture system into its iPhone models next year, bringing back a feature that Samsung first attempted with its Galaxy S9 series in 2018.Variable aperture technology has been absent from smartphones, at least in the Western world, since Samsung’s e...
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This could be the Xiaomi 14T Pro: An $800 spec powerhouse coming to global markets this year

Xiaomi has just launched the Redmi K70 Ultra in China. While this model is expected to stay exclusive to the Chinese market, previous reports have suggested that the phone could be rebranded as the Xiaomi 14T Pro for a global release. A quick look at the K70 Ultra’s specs and pricing will tell you why we’re so excited about that prospect.The K70 Ultra makes a striking first impression with its premium design, featuring a sleek glass back, a unique camera island design, and an IP68 rating for dus...
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Google teases the Pixel 9 Pro's fresh new aesthetic and powerful AI capabilities

Last month, Google surprised us by announcing its Pixel launch event for August 13 this year instead of the usual October timeline. The company has since confirmed the Pixel 9 series will debut at the event, and today, Google dropped an official teaser for the Pixel 9 Pro, showcasing its brand-new design and hinting at its powerful AI capabilities.The teaser video is live on the Google Store website and shows Google Gemini running on the new Pixel 9 Pro, with a demo of the AI writing a breakup l...
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YouTube brings Tomorrowland music festival to your TV with a 24/7 livestream

The world’s biggest electronic music festival, Tomorrowland, is set to electrify fans once again over two weekends, July 19-21 and 26-28. While those lucky enough to snag tickets will explore the festival’s 15 incredible stages under the Belgian sun, YouTube is throwing a virtual party for the rest of the world, live-streaming some of the festival’s biggest performances on the Tomorrowland YouTube channel.Tomorrowland’s lineup is nothing short of extraordinary, with heavy hitters like Dimitri Ve...
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It's official: Google's 2024 foldable is coming in August, and it's called the Pixel 9 Pro Fold

Someone at Google is feeling generous today. Earlier today, the company officially teased the Pixel 9 Pro for the first time, and now Google’s YouTube channel dropped another surprise. As we’ve speculated for some time now, Google’s second-generation foldable is joining the Pixel 9 series launch party, and no, it’s not going by the name “Pixel Fold 2.”Yes, Google is calling its 2024 foldable the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, as we exclusively reported earlier this year. This makes sense, given that the new...
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New features coming to Files by Google: Compress files and pin collections (APK Teardown)

The Files by Google app is set to introduce several new features, bringing its file management capabilities closer to the best file explorer apps. We could access these features through flags in the Files by Google app version 1.4237.652465286.1-release beta.

Probably the most notable addition is the “Compress” option, which would allow users to create zip files directly from within the app. While the current version already supports extracting files from zip archives, the ability to compress f...
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Amazon's best Echo smart display is available for its lowest price ever today

Amazon Echo devices are among the most popular and useful smart home devices. If you’ve been looking to purchase an Echo smart display for your home, now could be the perfect time. The ongoing Prime Day sales are offering some excellent discounts on the entire lineup of Amazon Echo devices, but the best discount is probably on the most worthy speaker out of the lineup.The Echo Show 8, typically priced at $149.99, is currently available for a mere $84.99, marking a significant 43% discount. While...
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This stunning curved gaming monitor from Samsung drops below Black Friday price on Prime Day

The Samsung Odyssey series has firmly established itself as a top contender in the gaming monitor market, delivering some of the most impressive monitors in recent times. With Amazon Prime Day in full swing, now is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your gaming setup with one of Samsung’s best monitors at an unbeatable price.The Samsung 49-inch Odyssey G9 OLED curved gaming monitor is currently available for $979.99, a substantial discount from its regular price of $1500. This $620 price cut mak...
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Score this Samsung 15W wireless charger for half price during Prime Day sale

Samsung’s 15W wireless charging pad is one of the best first-party wireless chargers available. As part of Amazon’s Prime Day sale, this premium accessory is now available at an unbeatable price.The wireless charger is currently listed at $29.99 on Amazon. This deal represents a substantial 50% discount from its regular $60 price tag, bringing the charger down to its best price in months and matching the lowest price we have ever recorded for this product.

The 15W wireless charger, which operat...
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Game on: Backbone One mobile controller has plunged to its lowest-ever price

The Backbone One is one of the most highly regarded mobile gaming controllers, offering you the convenience of a console-like gamepad for enjoying the best mobile games. Now, this must-have accessory is even more enticing thanks to an exceptional Prime Day deal on Amazon.For the next few hours, the Backbone One is available for just $69.99, marking a substantial 30% discount from its original price of $100. This is not only the lowest price the controller has hit in 2024 but also matches its pre...
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After HONOR, now Xiaomi is launching a new foldable that puts the Galaxy Z Fold 6 to shame

Xiaomi is gearing up for an exciting launch event on July 19, where it will introduce its 2024 book-style foldable, the Xiaomi MIX Fold 4, and its first-ever flip-style foldable, the Xiaomi MIX Flip.While we don’t have all the details just yet, the information available indicates that the MIX Fold 4 outshines Samsung’s recently launched Galaxy Z Fold 6 in several important ways. Additionally, the MIX Flip is rumored to address some major issues that Samsung still hasn’t been able to solve even w...
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T-Mobile's device insurance program could soon be available for all postpaid customers

T-Mobile is reportedly on the verge of transforming its device insurance program, Protection 360 (P360). According to sources close to The Mobile Report, the company is expected to remove the 30-day enrollment restriction for P360, opening up the comprehensive protection plan to all postpaid customers, regardless of when they purchased their device.P360 insurance program offers extensive coverage for a variety of device-related mishaps, including loss, theft, accidental damage, and hardware malf...
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Pixel 9 Pro buyers may receive a free $240 Google One subscription with Gemini Advanced

Google has announced that its Pixel 9 series will launch on August 13 this year, breaking away from its traditional October release schedule. This move is widely seen as a strategic play to outshine Apple’s launch of Apple Intelligence with the iPhone 16 series in September.While we already anticipate that Google will heavily promote its AI features on the Pixel 9 series to lure customers, 9to5Google has discovered compelling evidence within the APK code of the Google app beta (version 15.28) th...
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Samsung confirms an AI-enhanced Bixby upgrade is coming in 2024

Samsung has announced that it plans to release an upgraded version of Bixby this year. The announcement comes amidst a reignited race to deliver the smartest on-device voice assistant, sparked in part by the launch of ChatGPT two years ago.Google has already started replacing Google Assistant with Gemini, Apple has announced some huge AI-powered upgrades coming to Siri, and now Samsung is throwing its hat into the ring with a revamped Bixby.TM Roh, who leads Samsung’s mobile division, told CNBC...
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HONOR throws some well-deserved shade at Samsung's Z Fold 6 'thin' design claims

Samsung’s recent announcement of its 2024 foldables lineup, boasting the thin design of the Galaxy Z Fold 6, hasn’t gone unnoticed by rival HONOR. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), HONOR poked fun at Samsung’s claims of thin design, highlighting their own Magic V2’s svelter profile.For those not up to speed, Samsung’s Z Fold 6 is indeed its thinnest and lightest book-style foldable yet, measuring an impressive 5.6mm when unfolded and 12.1mm when folded. This is a noticeable improvement f...
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Samsung's Z Flip 6 trade-in deals are worse than ever: Confidence or complacency?

Samsung has finally launched its 2024 foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6, and the launch has generated a mix of excitement and skepticism. Both devices bring only incremental upgrades to the table, but they also come with a $100 price bump compared to their predecessors. What’s more concerning, however, is Samsung’s decision to offer less attractive trade-in deals for the phones this year. This shift in strategy has made me wonder whether Samsung is becoming overly confident in its mark...
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Google Maps finally adds speed monitoring features to iOS and CarPlay

Google Maps has long offered the convenience of displaying speed limits and a live speedometer on Android phones and Android Auto. Now, Google is expanding these features to iOS devices and CarPlay, bringing the same level of functionality to Apple users. (via TechCrunch)Google confirmed that the speed monitoring features are rolling out globally, so they should show up for everyone soon. For those using an iPhone who have yet to see these features, open the Google Maps app, tap on your profile...
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Here's our first look at the sleep apnea detection feature on Galaxy Watches

The highly anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event is just around the corner, and we have a fairly good idea of what to expect from Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra. Earlier this year, Samsung made news by obtaining FDA clearance for sleep apnea detection, which is the first for any consumer smartwatch.And now, thanks to a Reddit thread spotted by 9to5Google, we have our first glimpse into how this feature could work.A user in the One UI 6 Watch beta program posted screenshots...
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