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Galaxy S23 vs. Pixel 7: Battle of the base model [Video]

February 2, 2023
When Samsung launches the Galaxy S-series, the industry sits up and takes note. As competition has become heated in the flagship space, where does the Galaxy S23 sit when compared to Google’s Pixel 7? Let’s examine the information. Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7 Pro: Which is the right choice for you? [Video] Why are we comparing the Pixel 7 to the base model Galaxy S23? Well, for the past couple of…
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Samsung making XR device powered by Android and Qualcomm chip

February 2, 2023
Besides the S23 and Galaxy Book 3 series, Samsung today announced that it’s working on “extended reality” (XR) products alongside Google and Qualcomm. Android SVP Hiroshi Lockheimer and Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon appeared at the end of Unpacked 2023 to talk about the partnership. Google says Lens and Maps Live View are ‘prelude to [its] long-term vision’ for AR Samsung’s TM Roh told…
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Android 13 QPR2 Beta 3 now available for Pixel phones

February 2, 2023
Android 13 QPR2 Beta 3 is rolling out today as what should be the final major preview before the stable launch in March. It notably still features the January 2023 security patch, which could be addressed with an update (like a Beta 3.1) later on. The following issues…
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You can get 15% cash back on a Galaxy S23 from Rakuten

February 2, 2023
After launching support for the Google Store just in time for the Pixel 7, Rakuten is now offering massively boosted rates for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series, offering up to 15% cash back. Rakuten has long offered online shoppers a chance to get a buck or two back on their purchases, but often that comes in the form of just 1%-3% back. But from time to time, various merchants will boost that…
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Google says Lens and Maps Live View are ‘prelude to [its] long-term vision’ for AR

February 2, 2023
Android SVP Hiroshi Lockheimer made an appearance at the end of the Galaxy 23 event today to talk about Google’s partnership with Samsung and Qualcomm on extended reality (XR). As of late, Samsung and Google have been working together (including through joint marketing) on highlighting the latter’s services on the former’s hardware. Lockheimer highlighted Google Meet (with Live Sharing for…
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