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Google Pixel 10 review: The new smartphone standard

The Pixel 10 blurs the line further between the base and pro models of Google’s phone series. With a 5x telephoto camera and most of the company’s most powerful AI features, it delivers a lot for a few hundred dollars less than its Pro sibling.

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Labor Day deal alert: You can grab the latest iPad for $299 right now

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NYT Connections hints today for #809: Clues and answers for Thursday, Aug. 28

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The best open-ear headphones for 2025, tested and reviewed
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Labor Day deal alert: You can grab the latest iPad for $299 right now
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Our favorite budget tablet is on sale for Labor Day: Just $65, tying the lowest price of the year
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The best open-ear headphones for 2025, tested and reviewed
Rick Broida
The best VPN service for 2025
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Labor Day deal alert: You can grab the latest iPad for $299 right now
Chris McGraw
Our favorite budget tablet is on sale for Labor Day: Just $65, tying the lowest price of the year
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Apple May Delay Features For UK Users Due To Proposed 'EU-Style' Rules
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Long-Awaited PS5 Shooter Makes Confusing Surprise Appearance
Playstation Lifestyle
PS6 Reportedly Has Xbox Series S-Like Variant, Fans Concerned
Playstation Lifestyle
PS6 Handheld Will Come With Nintendo Switch Inspired Feature – Report
Playstation Lifestyle
Solana Targets Near-Instant Finality as Alpenglow Upgrade Heads to Vote
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New Proton Security Feature Lets Your Friends And Family Access Your Account In Emergencies
BGR

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Long-Awaited PS5 Shooter Makes Confusing Surprise Appearance

A decade after we first heard about it, BioShock creator’s elusive PS5 shooter made a surprise appearance that left players more confused than ever. Judas turned up on the PS Blog with new key art and information about some of its features, but we’re still not entirely sure what we’re looking at here. BioShock creator’s […] The post Long-Awaited PS5 Shooter Makes Confusing Surprise Appearance appeared first on PlayStation LifeStyle.

Playstation Lifestyle

PS6 Reportedly Has Xbox Series S-Like Variant, Fans Concerned
A new leak claims that Sony will offer a lower-priced PS6 variant akin to Xbox Series S, leaving players concerned. Xbox Series S is often criticized — including by Sony itself — for holding the current gen back, so fans are understandably worried. Costs may tempt Sony to release a lower-spec, lower-priced PS6 “S” This […] The post PS6 Reportedly Has Xbox Series S-Like Variant, Fans Concerned appeared first on PlayStation LifeStyle.
Playstation Lifestyle
PS6 Handheld Will Come With Nintendo Switch Inspired Feature – Report
A new report by a reliable leaker claims that the PS6 family PlayStation handheld will take some notes from Nintendo Switch. Specifically, the device will reportedly come with a full-fledged docked mode alongside a Handheld mode. PlayStation handheld accompanying PS6 reportedly has a docked mode supporting 1.65 GHz The leaker in question is YouTuber Moore’s […] The post PS6 Handheld Will Come With Nintendo Switch Inspired Feature – Report appeared first on PlayStation LifeStyle.
Playstation Lifestyle
NYT Connections hints today for #809: Clues and answers for Thursday, Aug. 28
This game isn't always easy, so we've got clues if you're stuck on today's puzzle, #809.
Katie Teague
Wordle hints today for #1,531: Clues and answer for Thursday, August 28
Does today's Wordle have you stumped? Here are some hints and the answer.
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Apple iOS 26 public beta 5 is live: Here are all the new iPhone features coming in September
Katie Teague
The iPhone 17 event is September 9: Here's everything to know about the upcoming Apple lineup
Anna Washenko
The iPhone 16 could be worth buying after the iPhone 17 – here’s why
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5 ways the iPhone 17 Pro can (and should) beat the iPhone 16 Pro
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The Google Pixel 10 Pro is the perfect Android phone for normies
Android Central
South Korea bans smartphones in all middle and elementary school classrooms
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Microsoft Copilot is now a talking blob on Samsung TVs

Microsoft is bringing Copilot to select Samsung TVs to answer questions and offer viewing recommendations.

Ian Carlos Campbell

Samsung Micro RBG TV vs. Samsung S90F: Battle of the Enormous TVs
Samsung now has two 115-inch TVs that cost as much as a car. Here's how you can tell between them.
CNET
Labor Day TV sales are live - here are the best 9 OLED TVs from $699.99
I'm rounding up today's best Labor Day OLED TVs, which include record-low prices on best-rated Samsung, LG, and Sony displays, with prices starting at $699.99.
TechRadar
Apple teams up with TuneIn to boost radio features amid streaming competition
The Cupertino, California-based technology giant's six radio stations will be available outside its app for the first time on TuneIn to its 75 million monthly active users. Apple's push into radio comes as competition in the music streaming industry heats up, with companies such as Spotify making inroads into supporting new formats such as video podcasts and messages. The Wall Street Journal had first reported the move earlier in the day.
Reuters
You might be eligible to get ESPN unlimited for free: Everything you need to know about ESPN's new streaming service
You can get ESPN's new streaming service for no additional charge. Yes, really.
Liz Kocan