I still keep a 6-year-old Android 10 phone in my back pocket

I still keep a 6-year-old Android 10 phone in my back pocket — here’s why

Posted on June 23, 2025 by admin

I’ve been feeling quite nostalgic lately, especially for old camera phones. Last month, I praised the Nokia 9 PureView for its unique camera setup that makes every shot an adventure. I’ve also revisited the LG G4, a phone that sparked my love for photography. However, there’s one more older Android camera phone I still carry around whenever possible.

In its prime, the HUAWEI P30 Pro was the best Android phone money could buy. Sure, that’s just my opinion, but plenty of evidence supports it. It was durable and relatively compact compared to today’s phones. It had simple yet attractive styling, fast performance, and excellent battery life.

6 things I always do when setting up a new phone

Posted on June 22, 2025 by admin

I set up a new phone fairly often — whether it’s moving to a new daily driver or secondary phone, or setting up one of the new best Android phones to review. Since I’m a creature of habit, I like to ensure that switching devices isn’t too jarring, so I have created a bit of a routine when it comes to setting up a new device.

While I may tweak my approach depending on whether I plan to use the phone as my new daily driver or as a secondary device (such as a camera smartphone), these are the essential steps I take with every phone.

This free Android app helps me optimize my workflow — here’s how

Posted on June 22, 2025 by admin

My life as a freelancer involves writing different articles for various clients daily. I also spend a significant amount of time caring for my daughter and attending to household chores. Balancing my workload and home life would be challenging without a time-tracking tool to log each task and monitor my progress. I use Clockify because I can accurately track the time spent on each project and analyze my performance with in-depth reports.

Clockify is available for free on Android phones and Windows devices, so I can use it from anywhere. It has made a massive difference to the way I approach my work and manage my time, thanks to accurate data tracking and visual representations of my progress. The app is also user-friendly, and anyone can get the hang of it without prior training.

This 32-inch Insignia Fire TV is only $69.99! (Record-low price)

Posted on June 21, 2025 by admin

Insignia 32 Inch F20 Series Amazon Smart TV

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We know this is not the most exciting TV around, but it isn’t supposed to be. Instead, it is meant to be a good screen for the kitchen, dining room, or a smaller bedroom. There’s also a reason why it’s Amazon’s top-selling TV! It is super cheap, especially right now that it’s on sale for a mere $69.99.

Buy the Insignia 32-Inch F20 Series Amazon Smart TV for just $69.99 ($60 off)

Yaber T2 Outdoor Projector drops to new record-low price!

Posted on June 21, 2025 by admin

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Are you looking for a good portable projector that won’t break the bank? The Yaber T2 Outdoor Projector is my personal pick. The $349.99 retail price is very reasonable, but discounts are common, and today’s is the best we’ve seen. It’s at a record low price of $233.99!

Buy the Yaber T2 Outdoor Projector for just $233.99 ($116 off)

Samsung’s upcoming earthquake warning system goes beyond what Google offers

Posted on June 20, 2025 by admin

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Samsung is preparing a new earthquake warning system that’s more refined than Google’s broader system for Android.
The feature will allow Galaxy users to set a custom magnitude threshold for alerts.
Users can also preview earthquake warnings and set different thresholds for day and night.

Samsung is upgrading earthquake alerts on Galaxy phones with more features than what Google’s built-in Android system currently offers. Google’s version is a straightforward toggle that warns users about earthquakes with a magnitude of 4.5 or higher.

Apple MacBook Air M4 sale: Save $170 on the best laptop for most people!

Posted on June 20, 2025 by admin

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If you’re looking for a great laptop at a great price, it’s hard to beat the Apple MacBook Air M4. This is odd, because Apple computers aren’t really known for value. Things have changed, though. Now, you can get this laptop for just $829, and it’s a laptop that can easily handle most people’s needs, and then some.

Buy the Apple MacBook Air M4 for $829 ($170 off)

Verizon told to clarify ambiguous advertising claims after T-Mobile complaint

Posted on June 19, 2025 by admin

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The National Advertising Division (NAD) has recommended that Verizon change its marketing language about satellite texting based on a complaint from T-Mobile.
T-Mobile has also challenged Verizon’s claim of being “America’s largest network,” with the watchdog calling Verizon’s advertising “ambiguous.”
Verizon has said that it’ll comply with NAD’s recommendations.

Verizon is once again under the lens for its inconspicuous advertising claims. This time, the Big Red has been pulled up over claims about its satellite texting service and network size following a challenge from rival T-Mobile.

Huge TV deal: This 75-inch Toshiba 4K smart TV is only $399.99!

Posted on June 19, 2025 by admin

Toshiba 75 inch Class C350 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV

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TVs are becoming more accessible than ever. Never in my life did I imagine we would be able to buy a huge 75-inch 4K smart TV for just $399.99. That’s how much this awesome Toshiba 4K smart TV costs right now, saving you $250 off the retail price!

Buy the Toshiba 75-inch Class C350 Series LED 4K UHD Smart Fire TV for $399.99 ($250 off)

Nothing Phone 3 will get the company’s best software update promise to date

Posted on June 18, 2025 by admin

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Nothing has confirmed that the Phone 3 will get a 5+7 update policy, which most likely means five years of Android OS updates and seven years of security patches.
This is the longest software support for any Nothing phone to date.
The device will be powered by the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, which the company claims outperforms the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in several areas.

In a big leap forward for longevity, Nothing’s Co-Founder and Head of Marketing, Akis Evangelidis, has confirmed that the upcoming Nothing Phone 3 will ship with a “5+7” software update promise. While Evangelidis didn’t specify the breakdown, he most likely means the phone will get five years of Android version updates and seven years of security patches, a significant step up over the previous Nothing flagship.

Spotted: Google Maps on Wear OS is testing an Expressive new UI

Posted on June 18, 2025 by admin

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Google Maps is testing a Material 3 Expressive-style redesign on Wear OS 5.
The new UI features larger icons and an improved layout.
The changes have only been rolled out to select users so far.

Google Maps is getting a fresh look on smartwatches, and it’s not waiting for Wear OS 6 to do it. The app is now testing a redesigned interface with some users on Wear OS 5, introducing a bolder, more modern layout in line with Google’s Material 3 Expressive design.

Screenshots and video shared with us by Telegram user Hardik show several UI changes. Captured on a Galaxy Watch 4 running Maps version 25.23.01.766241648.W, the new look features larger icons and layout choices that better suit small circular screens. Frequently used actions like “Home,” “Work,” and “Recents” now appear as colorful modules, while navigation modes are presented as compact pills with clearer icons.

An unlikely source just confirmed the Exynos 2500 and its extraterrestrial feature

Posted on June 17, 2025 by admin

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Satellite connectivity provider Skylo has confirmed the existence of the Exynos 2500.
The chipset is expected to debut on the Galaxy Z Flip 7.
The announcement notes that the Exynos 2500 will offer “better energy efficiency and higher performance.”

The Exynos 2500 is expected to be Samsung’s next flagship processor, but so far, all the information available has come from rumors and leaks, except for the one time the company acknowledged its name. Surprisingly, a big feature of the next big Samsung chip has now been confirmed, not by Samsung but by a company called Skylo.

Move over Ray-Ban, Oakley Meta glasses are arriving this Friday

Posted on June 17, 2025 by admin

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The Oakley Meta glasses are set to arrive on June 20.
The smart glasses will be similar in functionality to the Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses and are expected to be geared toward athletes.
While Meta is also working on more advanced smart glasses with built-in displays, this Oakley-branded version is expected to skip the display.

Oakley and Meta have announced that “The next evolution is coming on June 20.” This strongly suggests that the two brands are finally ready to unveil the long-rumored successor to the Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses. Both Oakley and Meta have begun teasing the upcoming release on their respective social media channels. Meta has also launched a sign-up page for those who want to be notified as soon as the glasses are officially released.

The Fitbit app just got a quiet Pixel Watch-inspired makeover

Posted on June 16, 2025 by admin

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The Fitbit app has introduced a new Device Settings page for smartwatches and fitness trackers.
The new layout mimics the one used in the Pixel Watch app.
The device settings menu has also been updated

Google has quietly updated the Fitbit app, introducing a redesigned Device Settings page for smartwatches and fitness trackers. The new look brings the Fitbit app closer to the design of the Pixel Watch companion app.

This decade-old LG phone sparked my love for photography — then it died

Posted on June 16, 2025 by admin

It was a balmy September evening in 2016, and my friends and I thought it the perfect evening for a night-time hike up Cape Town’s popular Lion’s Head. Placed right in the city’s center, the panoramic views from the peak would no doubt be spectacular, and we had our bags packed full of liquid nourishment for when we reached the top. Two hours later, we got to the summit, and with the city’s sprawling lights glimmering through the still air below us, I spied the perfect photo opportunity. So, I grabbed my little Joby tripod, mounted my phone to it, set the exposure to 15 seconds, its ISO to its lowest possible value, and waited. The resultant shot remains one of my favorites I’ve ever captured. That phone was the LG G4.

I’m no doubt looking back at this phone through rose-tinted glasses. After all, nostalgia is one hell of a drug. The best Android phones have come a long way since then, improving almost every facet. I could (probably) capture that same shot with modern devices without too much fuss. However, looking past its problems, the LG G4 was the phone that sparked my interest in photography.