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Review: Acer Chromebook 516 GE brings out the best of cloud gaming

One of the first “gaming” ChromeOS devices, the Acer Chromebook 516 GE is the definitive device for cloud gaming, even if that’s an oxymoron. Why buy a gaming Chromebook? Thanks to services like Xbox Game Pass, Nvidia GeForce Now, and (for a brief time) Stadia, Chromebooks became surprisingly competent gaming devices almost overnight. Using the same affordable ChromeOS laptop/tablet you…
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YouTube for Android rolling out Material You homescreen widgets [U]

Following iOS last month, YouTube for Android now offers homescreen widgets that provide quick access to search and core parts of the app. Update 12/9: After officially being announced last week, YouTube’s new Android widgets are now live with some tweaks. Namely, the microphone button to initiate a voice search is gone from both homescreen objects, while some sizing tweaks have been made.
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9to5Mac Gift Guide: iPhone wallets with form, function, and flexibility

Apple’s MagSafe wallet has been a popular choice over the last few years, but there are a lot of other great iPhone wallets with varying advantages. Below I’ve rounded up the best iPhone wallets out there including my personal favorite that features a built-in stand while remaining slim. I’ve been using some type of wallet case since iPhone 3G, so I’ve tried just about everything out…
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Realme 10 Pro and 10 Pro+ make their global debut

Three weeks after their debuts in China, the Realme 10 Pro and Realme 10 Pro+ are now official for the global market after a big launch event earlier today. Realme 10 Pro will start at $319 in its 8/128GB trim while Realme 10 Pro+ is priced at $379 for the same RAM and…
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Samsung US offers holiday savings on the Galaxy Z Fold4, S22 series and Tab S8 series

Over in the US the “Discover Samsung” event kicks off with discounts on most things that the company offers, like $1,000 off the 55” Odyssey Ark gaming monitor (that still leaves to pay $2,500). However, our focus is on smartphone, tablet and watch deals, so here is what Samsung has to offer. Note that this “Discover Samsung” event is the last chance to buy something and have it arrive…
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