In 2012, Microsoft launched its first Surface 2-in-1 laptop, as the creator of the Windows OS entered into the PC hardware industry for the first time. Many doubted Microsoft would have much of an impact, but the company slowly gained traction for its Surface products. By October 2018, sales of Microsoft’s Surface computers helped it […]
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Google Play still has a clone problem in 2019 with no end in sight
Some problems exist for so long they become normal. Sometimes, like Microsoft’s Blue Screen of Death, they become a meme. App cloning and outright fakes that masquerade as legitimate apps in the Google Play Store are problems like this. Clones are everywhere in the Play Store. Fakes are less common, but potentially even more damaging. […]
Read MoreShould you get a 48MP smartphone? Here’s what you need to know
Weibo Phone makers have largely offered 12MP main cameras for a few years now, and who can blame them? 12MP cameras strike a great balance between resolution and sensor size, as evident by Google‘s and Samsung‘s flagship phones over the past three or four years. But 2018 saw the leap to 40MP for Huawei, with […]
Read MoreSmartphone quiz: Do you know what these acronyms mean?
You’re probably familiar with smartphone-related terms such as GPS, NFC, and USB, but do you really know what they mean? Let’s find out. This week’s quiz revolves around well-known acronyms, and your job is to figure out what they stand for. There are three choices available for each of the 10 questions, only one of which […]
Read MoreWaterproof tech: everything you need to know about IP and ATM ratings
Waterproof tech has become a big trend in recent years. But how do you know how protected your device is? Most devices use either IP or ATM ratings. Let’s start by talking about IP ratings. Most high-end smartphones these days either have an IP67 or IP68 rating. These include the Samsung Galaxy Note 9, LG G7 […]
Read MoreHuawei in 2019: Full steam ahead
Huawei has big plans for 2019. The company wants to significantly increase sales and overtake Samsung to become the largest smartphone maker in the world. Before we dive deep into whether that could happen, and other projections for the year to come, let’s take a step back and talk about Huawei’s most memorable moments of […]
Read MoreHow to set up a Chromecast with your Android phone
Have you just purchased a brand new Chromecast without having a clue on how to set it up? Or maybe you set it up a long time ago, lost the instructions, and now need to reconnect it. Whatever the reason, don’t worry — Android Authority is here to help you through the Chromecast setup process. Read Next: […]
Read MoreClass of 2018: Five best Android phones that weren’t released in the U.S.
A lot of great Android phones were announced in 2018, but not all of them made it to the U.S. While flagships models from Samsung, LG, and Sony are all available stateside, U.S. consumers missed out on a number of impressive phones from brands like Huawei, Xiaomi, and Oppo. Before we take a look at […]
Read MoreThe best laptops with the RTX 2080
With Nvidia’s new RTX 20 Series mobile GPUs arriving January 29, we’re about to see a flood of RTX 2080 laptops. Which ones will be the best? Let’s take a look at 15 hitting the market over the next several months, though there will be many others from Asus, Origin PC, and more released in the […]
Read MoreOnePlus in 2019: A force to be reckoned with
While 2018 was a year of hardships for many smartphone manufacturers, OnePlus was an anomaly. Not only did it have great smartphone sales, but it also achieved more than a few major milestones — all of which represent the company’s continued growth and success. Even hiccups like a massive breach of credit card security, and […]
Read MoreThe best Android apps for Chromebooks you can install right now
Although Google set out to create a lightweight, web-based operating system with Chrome OS, you can’t deny that running Android apps on a Chromebook is an exciting selling point. Unfortunately, not every app works as intended on Google’s browser-based platform. After all, support for Google Play and Android apps is still a work in progress. […]
Read MorePocophone F2 wishlist: Keep the good, improve the bad
The Pocophone F2 is likely still months away, so we don’t know much about it. However, I have a few ideas on what the phone needs to grab consumers’ attention and outsell its predecessor. Before we jump into the nitty-gritty, let me point out that I don’t want to see a triple-camera setup, an in-display […]
Read MoreLG in 2019: No more excuses
It felt like LG had a fairly anonymous 2018, as companies like Huawei, Samsung, and Xiaomi dominated the mobile world instead. However, the company certainly had its fair share of headlines this year. The manufacturer started the year by saying it wouldn’t adhere to a yearly smartphone release cycle, generating plenty of murmurs in the process. […]
Read MoreWould you buy a slider phone? (Poll of the Week)
Previous poll summary: Two weeks ago, we asked you which phone you’re most looking forward to in 2019. Out of over 4,500 total votes, 18.8 percent of voters said they’re most excited for the Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. The OnePlus 7 and 7T came in a close second with 18.1 percent of […]
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NAIAS 2019: Infiniti QX Inspiration Concept Hints at the Dangers of an Electrified Future
Embracing the marque’s Japanese heritage, Infiniti today revealed the QX Inspiration concept SUV. The concept, a midsize crossover, looks towards an electrified future for the brand. Further, it introduces a new styling language that’s sure to influence future vehicles. Sadly, the 11:40 a.m. press conference and reveal came and went […]
Read MoreOvertime: Jan 7 – Jan 13
Posted by YESNIK, January 13, 2019 More stories below from this week (click on bolded words for more information): The definitive guide to the key art fairs taking place around the world in the first half of 2019. Three ways art history needs to change in 2019. The five trends that will shape the art […]
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Why Bradley Whitford Embraced the Riskiness of ‘Valley of the Boom’ (Exclusive)
Bradley Whitford is taking a digital leap of faith. On Valley of the Boom, NatGeo goes outside the box once again, this time unfurling the fascinating tale of the Internet’s formative years in the 1990s pre-Google, pre-Facebook and pre-YouTube. Like Mars, this six-hour limited series — from House of Lies creator Matthew Carnahan — supports the scripted drama […]
Read MoreXiaomi Mi 8 Pro vs Pocophone F1: Which is better value?
Xiaomi has spent much of 2018 waging war on the smartphone industry’s elite on multiple fronts. From entry-level bargains to multi-camera mid-rangers to high-concept, experimental flagships, Xiaomi’s product family is stacked full of options for almost every type of buyer. Editor’s Pick These are the best Xiaomi phones Xiaomi has a lot of fantastic phones, […]
Read MoreMobile innovation: Things will get worse before they get better
After a couple of flat years, the mobile industry is abuzz, flush with innovation. 5G will arrive in 2019 to transform the way we consume data, while flexible, foldable smartphones will reshape the way we interact with technology — or so various manufacturers and industry pundits would have us believe. Our industry needs some optimism to relieve […]
Read More5 best desktops of CES 2019 – for gaming, business, and personal use
Laptops grabbed a lot of attention at CES 2019. Loads of great models debuted, including the Lenovo Legion Y740, Razer Blade 15, and Dell XPS 13. However, we also saw a number of awesome desktops in Las Vegas aimed at gamers, artists, and business owners. Here are the five best desktop computers to be announced at […]
Read MoreThe best mobile accessories at CES 2019
From the “standard” smartphones, laptops, and smartwatches to the jaw-dropping, futuristic, and bizarre, there were a lot of devices, products, and new technologies shown off at this year’s CES. There was also a slew of useful and interesting accessories announced at the event to help you get the most out of your smartphones or tablets. […]
Read MoreGoogle Assistant was everywhere at CES 2019
Google had a huge exhibit space at CES 2019 in Las Vegas (complete with its own roller coaster) and it made plenty of announcements concerning the Google Assistant. Let’s take a look at the major ones made by both Google and third-party companies this week at CES. Google: New features and a new 1 billion device […]
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