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Should you buy a new phone now or wait for the iPhone 14?

It’s quickly becoming the time of year when Apple announces its new flagship iPhone lineup. This year, Apple is expected to announce and release its all-new iPhone 14 lineup in September. With this launch just over a month away, should you buy an iPhone now or wait until the iPhone 14 is announced next month? iPhone 14 expectations As we’ve covered in-depth, the iPhone 14 lineup is…
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OnePlus 10T vs. OnePlus 10 Pro: A big gulf in class [Video]

After skipping the T-series last year, the OnePlus 10T is here, and while it offers some upgrades over the OnePlus 10 Pro, you might be wondering what is different. Here’s everything you need to know. If you want a major upgrade, then look elsewhere. The OnePlus 10T may be…
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OnePlus will bring Android 13 to these smartphones

Android 13 is likely debuting on Google Pixel phones in September, and this week OnePlus is detailing what the update has in store. Alongside that, OnePlus has confirmed Android 13 updates for over a dozen devices. OxygenOS 13 is OnePlus’s take on Android 13, with an “Aquamorphic” design language and more. But as always, the big question here is when it’s actually going to be released for…
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You can now customize Material You colors on Android 12 for free as Repainter app adds trial

Android 12 brought with it the arrival of Material You, a one-step switch to theme your entire phone, from accents to apps, all based on your wallpaper. Creating custom looks for Material You colors, though, requires some assistance, and you can now do it for free with Repainter. Repainter is an app we’ve covered on 9to5Google before, but here’s the short version if you’ve never heard of…
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Chromecast with Google TV could get an update in August

According to a support page, Google seems to be planning another update for its Chromecast with Google TV dongle to arrive sometime in August. Where Google’s Pixel series phones are treated to consistent monthly updates, the similarly Android-powered Chromecast with Google…
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Google Home Essentials: Renter-friendly SwitchBot Lock and Keypad Touch make smart security easy

There are tons of smart locks on the market right now, but none seem to cater to apartment-dwellers or those who don’t want to rip out their existing deadbolt just to add a smart lock to their smart home. SwitchBot is one of the few companies that fill both these needs with the SwithBot Lock and Keypad Touch. What are the SwitchBot Lock and Keypad Touch? If you’re even remotely familiar with…
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