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Phone deals Bargain data Wireless providers are always offering better deals and data plans, so part of the strategy here is to avoid getting yourself tied down for too long. For that reason, we’ve avoided looking at the contract deals, and have focused on the best monthly prices. If economy is important, Tello will charge just $10 for a gigabyte of data – free calls make this a compelling deal, but if you use mobile data every day, that single gigabyte will soon be gone....

This particular article has been greatly inspired by a recent report regarding Android banking trojans. Those trojans infected about a dozen Android apps, and managed to sneak their way to over 300,000 users. Trojans are slowly becoming a serious threat to the Android ecosystem What’s worrying when it comes to this report, and a number of others we’ve seen this year, is that those apps managed to find their way to the Google Play Store....

You can now create your own community Twitter has a Communities feature where users can tweet to their own private group of people. It’s like having a separate Twitter feed where only certain select people are tweeting. The thinking behind the communities is to connect people in a specific friend group or people who share certain interests. When you wanted to make a community before, you would have to send in an application to Twitter and wait for it to gain approval....

“We’ve temporarily hit pause on rolling out access to apply for Verification so we can make improvements to the application and review process,” Twitter Verified tweeted recently. “For those who have been waiting, we know this may be disappointing. We want to get things right, and appreciate your patience.” Twitter isn’t completely halting new applications though. According to Twitter lead Kayvon Beykpour, users who could apply for verification before can apply today as well....

What’s going on with Twitter and Spaces updates? Now, Spaces is a Twitter feature found in the Android app that functions as a kind of audio chatroom for end-users. Or as a meeting space for presentations and more. And it’s the latter front the company indicates it wants to help end-users. The company says that it understands how users can sometimes feel uncomfortable because of how their voices sound. And, to address that, it’s introducing new effects that are both fun and useful....

The Ulefone Power Armor 13 performance (vs iPhone 12) & teardown videos are here In the performance video, which is embedded below, you can see the two devices go head-to-head. Ulefone tested these two phones in several categories. First, Ulefone compared app opening speed, and following that, it conducted a gaming test. You can clearly see that the Ulefone Power Armor 13 is not exactly lacking here. It managed to keep up with the iPhone 12 throughout the test, without a problem....

The Galaxy S21 FE will include the Snapdragon 888 in the US, as expected We’re still not sure about variants in other markets, but it’s possible that Samsung will combine the Snapdragon 888 with the Exynos 2100. In some markets, it may run the Snapdragon 888, in others the Exynos 2100. The chip shortage may alter Samsung’s plans this year. It may have to use one or the other SoC more than it originally planned....

In the upcoming June Pixel Drop update, Google will add the support for “Direct USB Access” to Pixel 6, meaning the device will finally allow for better DAC support. Notably, the Direct USB Access feature in Android 12 acts as a pathway that allows apps on smartphones, to get direct access to the external DAC. DAC stands for Digital Analog Converter. Folks at XDA shared a Twitter thread by @mike_freak07 showing the functionality in action....

The JBL Bar 5.1 is a wireless surround sound system, which is a really impressive one, actually. It sports a wireless subwoofer, of course. As well as a sound bar. But there are two battery powered satellite speakers that attach to the bar, that you can put anywhere around your living room, and get surround sound. Since those satellite speakers are wireless and run on batteries, it makes it much easier to put them anywhere....

According to The New York Times, the data was obtained by German researchers who bought biometric devices from eBay. The data pack includes fingerprints, iris scans, photographs, names, and descriptions of the individuals. The Times reports that data mostly belongs to the US army individuals who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. Additionally, the information of some local people who helped the US military may be included in this data pack....

Starting with the Galaxy A52 5G, the popular Samsung mid-ranger is receiving the February security update with firmware version A526U1UES4CVB2 in the US. The new patch is currently available to the unlocked variant of the phone. The OTA (over the air) rollout has already hit units on all major wireless carriers. It should soon reach carrier-locked Galaxy A52 5G units too. Note that the international version of this phone has already received the latest SMR....

Since its launch, the Steam Deck, like all other insanely popular consumer electronics, has been locked behind a barrier. One comprised of low stock and queues due to high demand and lack of supply. The lack of supply of course was caused by Valve not being able to get parts as quickly as it needed. But it seems those problems are starting to go away. So much so that Valve has bumped up people’s places in the queue....

Last year, Valve put out a teardown video of its own. Both showing part of the disassembly process and cautioning users not to take apart the Steam Deck. While simultaneously telling them that the Steam Deck is “their PC” and it wants users to be able to do with it as they wish. At that time, it seemed Valve was rather heavily advising users to leave the gaming machine intact....

The real question is what exactly is Verizon 5G Home Internet? Obviously from the name, it sounds a lot like it’s a home internet connection, that is powered by 5G. And well, on the surface, that is exactly what it is. In this article, we are going to answer all of your questions about Verizon 5G Home Internet, and help you decide whether it is right for you. What is Verizon 5G Home Internet?...

The company not only changed up the design with this build, but it also added a number of personalization options, improved security, and privacy, improved smoothness, and more. Let’s go over what’s new, shall we? App pinning feature When it comes to privacy and security, Vivo did have something to say here. The new app pinning feature is supposed to help with that. Vivo introduced a two-level pinning capability that will keep the chosen app in view, and block everything else for whoever uses the phone....

These two devices are basically the same as the Chinese variants, but with global software. We’ll focus more on the ‘Pro’ model, but will mention some differences between the two devices. They look pretty much the same, by the way. The Vivo X80 & X80 Pro launch globally without Vegan Leather variants We’re looking at a combination of glass and metal here, as it seems like Vivo decided not to offer Vegan Leather variants globally, at least not yet....

Mishaal Rahman managed to find an entry on the Google Issue Tracker suggesting that ambidextrous use of its wearables could be coming soon. “Our development team has implemented the feature you have requested and will be available on future new devices,” said the update by Google (via Android Central). The mention of “future new devices” also indicates that existing Wear OS users likely won’t see this feature. This feature has been a long time coming, however....

The company officially announced the faceplate accessory at the end of 2021. But it’s not just launching them in black. In fact, Sony is launching the new accessory in five different colors total. On top of that it’s launching new DualSense controller color options, which match the covers. For those that are unaware, the covers on the PS5 console are removable. You can easily snap them off, which is how you get to the SSD expansion slot and the dust trap for cleaning....

And, most gamers who have tried it and/or subscribed to it will tell you it’s a really good value. But what exactly is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate? In this handy guide we break down the details no matter how small. What you get out of it, how much it costs, what games are included. Even what devices are compatible. All of these things are discussed and all of them are important things to know before you decide to take the leap....

If you are an Android device user, chances are your preferred premium wireless earbuds are from Samsung or Sony. Xiaomi’s newest Buds 3T Pro are trying to go toe to toe with the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro and other premium TWS earbuds. So let’s find out if these are good enough for you to plunk down some cash. The Build quality is excellent and, that includes the case I like the black color pebble shape case that has a color shift to it....