Friday, April 19, 2024

Reviews

A YouTuber just reviewed the canceled LG rollable phone

From the rollable display to a variety of other quirky features, here's what could've been.

You can now add a Dynamic Island to your Android phone with this app

dynamicSpot is now available on the Google Play Store to equip your Android phones with a Dynamic Island.

Daily Authority: 🗞️ LG’s Rollable phone reviewed

We also take a look at the US cities and states with the most EV range anxiety.

Samsung surprises Galaxy S6 owners with new update

Galaxy S6 owners in the Netherlands and Belgium are reporting their phones have received updates.

Just got a new Xbox Series X/S? Here’s what you should do first.

You have hours of gaming ahead, but first, let's tackle some setup.

Logitech’s cloud gaming handheld finally has a price and release date

During its Logi Play event, Logitech revealed its new cloud gaming handheld.

Google teases new face and Google Assistant button for its upcoming Pixel Watch

Google has revealed a new watch face and a Google Assistant button on the Pixel Watch.

AT&T deals for fall 2022 include free Android phones and steep discounts

If you’re looking to save some cash through AT&T deals this fall, now is a great time to buy. There are exclusive deals from Walmart, AT&T Prepaid and Cricket Wireless.As you browse through the deals, take note that you can save big whether you’re going for flagship smartphones or entry-level models. Better still, you have the opportunity to grab select Android phones for free.Cricket Wireless DealsTaking a look at what Cricket Wireless offers, you can get any of the deals in-store or online. Cricket also offers customers a $60 Unlimited plan to enjoy HBO Max without intrusive ads even when they go for free Android phones.Great value, big brand: Samsung Galaxy A03s offers all the technology you need with premium features and a durable design crafted to withstand life’s little mishaps.Power-packed performance:  With the moto g pure, movies, shows, websites, and games come alive on the ultra-wide, stunning 6.5” Max Vision HD+ display.Looking for 5G speeds? Cricket Dream 5G2 is built with the latest technology, giving customers all the perks of 5G without the hefty price tag.If you’re going for the Cricket Dream 5G deal, remember that the 5G network isn’t available everywhere yet. In that case, you could choose Moto G Pure or Samsung Galaxy A03s.Check this page to learn more about the deals that await you this fall from Cricket.AT&T Prepaid OffersFor as low as $19.99, you can get deals on devices such as the Moto G Pure, G Play, Samsung Galaxy A13, Moto G 5G, and others. The highest deal, in this case, is $109.99.These AT&T prepaid offers are only available when you walk physically into the stores. Take note that there are requirements you need to meet to qualify for these offers. They generally require a new line of service or porting number plus tax. Check out the full details of AT&T in-store prepaid offers here.Walmart AT&T Prepaid DealsThere are also great deals available at Walmart. These are from AT&T and the offers are designed to satisfy the quest of Walmart customers. Here, the devices start at $19, and it goes up higher to as much as $99 to $199.A primary requirement for you to get any of these offers is that it must be activated in-store and purchased with a new line of service. Choose your monthly plan plus tax, and you’re good to go. Get full details here.Take care to read through and get a better understanding of the benefits you can enjoy from these deals. We expect the offers to run until the end of November 2022.

Nova Labs partners with T-Mobile to launch Helium Mobile

Nova Labs has signed an agreement with T-Mobile to launch Helium Mobile commercial service in the first quarter of 2023. Subscribers will have the opt-in opportunity to enjoy this service in the beta stage, while they earn “Mobile Token Rewards. Users of Helium Mobile will soon access the first-ever created crypto-powered mobile service.Helium Mobile users can now get ready to enjoy its 5G network, as well as the 5G network on T-Mobile. This is truly the industry-first Mobile Virtual Network Operator partnership by these tech companies.Nova Labs’ commitment is due to the need of creating and sustaining a decentralized network, enabling users to look for more options from the use of mobile products and services from Nova Labs and Helium. 5G infrastructure will spring up in more places henceforth, as people warm up to these products and services.Why the Nova-Helium deal mattersIt gets more interesting from the subscribers’ standpoint because the new deal offers them a new way to earn while doing things they usually do. For example, Nova Labs is making it possible for Helium Mobile subscribers to earn MOBILE token rewards in crypto form for sharing data about coverage quality, identifying Helium “dead spot locations nationwide, and saving money on cellular data plans.Nova Labs is ensuring that this partnership is made with select smartphone manufacturers that boast specialized, crypto-friendly devices that can efficiently validate network coverage, and earn cryptocurrencies for the users in such manners that other devices can’t.Helium Mobile is no doubt the fastest-growing decentralized wireless network with open-sourced coverage in the US. It consists of a growing community of users who deploy wireless devices that are powered by crypto.Want to be on the waitlist? Sign up here.At the present time, almost a million hotspots using Helium Long Fi have been deployed, and about 889 cities are in possession of more than 2,500 active Helium hotspots with 5G network. All that will soon receive a massive boost when this commercial service begins in beta come 2023.

No, YouTube, I will not subscribe to Premium

YouTube's aggressive Premium push is driving me away from the platform.

Android 13 could finally bring seamless updates to all brands (even Samsung)

Samsung has long held off on implementing this update method, but that could change soon.

The OnePlus 11 Pro could be a bare minimum upgrade

A new chipset and faster wired charging seem to be the headline upgrades here.

Amazon’s next generation Fire HD 8 gets preorder date and new models

The new Fire HD 8 tablet will bring a few minor improvements to the series.

Wallpaper Wednesday: More great phone wallpapers for all to share (Sep. 21)

Here is a weekly selection of Android wallpapers created by our readers and members of the Android Authority team!

There’s now a fully modular Chromebook: The Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition

The new Framework Laptop Chromebook Edition is the first modular Chromebook.

Framework’s modular Chromebook is the Chrome OS laptop of my dreams

Framework's modular Chromebook is a breath of fresh, upgradeable air.