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This contentiously-thin, Galaxy Z Fold 7 competitor is now available in more regions

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-28 05:30:21

TL;DR The HONOR Magic V5, first introduced in China as the “world’s thinnest foldable,” is now on sale in the UK and EU at ~£1,699 / €1,999. The phone features a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, dual 120Hz OLED displays, a large 5,820mAh battery, and a versatile triple rear camera system. The device also comes with IP58 and IP59 water and dust resistance and support for a stylus on both displays. HONOR launched the Magic V5 in China in July, claiming that the white version was the “world’s thinnest fo

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‘The Vampire Diaries’ Almost Cast Marvel’s Sebastian Stan, New Book Reveals

gizmodo.com Justin Carter 2025-10-28 05:48:32

The Vampire Diaries helped define the CW’s genre days, and for many fans, it’s also the moment they discovered Star Trek: Strange New Worlds actor Paul Wesley. He was cast alongside costar Ian Somerhalder to play the vampire brothers Damon and Stefan Salvatore, but things could have been very different: Marvel’s Sebastian Stan almost got the call to play the character. In an upcoming oral history titled I Was Feeling Epic by Samantha Highfill excerpted in EW, she reveals that Stan took a meetin

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With developer verification, I’m struggling to think of Android as a proper smartphone platform

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-28 05:20:25

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority When I first started using a smartphone, the choice between Android and iOS felt like an easy one. Sure, Apple had an attractive UI, and an early lead on third-party software support, but going the iPhone route meant living in Apple’s walled garden. And while there are absolutely benefits to that kind of approach, it just fundamentally felt wrong to me: I viewed smartphones as the next phase of general-purpose computers, and wasn’t interested in a platform loc

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PlayStation Plus Subscribers Are Eating With These Free September Games

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-29 04:07:38

On Sept. 2, all PlayStation Plus members can play games like Psychonauts 2, the 2021 Game Awards nominee for Game of the Year. The original Psychonauts was highly praised for its comedic storytelling and unique characters when released in 2005, and the sequel received acclaim for its creativity, art style and humor. PlayStation Plus is similar to Xbox Game Pass, offering subscribers a large, constantly expanding library of games. Subscribers can choose from the Essential, Extra and Premium tier

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BioShock creator Ken Levine's Judas game still exists, now has key art

engadget.com Unknown 2025-10-29 13:16:35

Remember Judas? No, not the biblical figure and not the Lady Gaga bop, this Judas is a project from Ghost Story Games. If you don't remember, it's the game that was reportedly in " development hell " before it was even announced . The team, led by BioShock creator Ken Levine, had gone pretty quiet for a few years after releasing the debut trailer, but today teased a look at some key art and mechanics for the game. The BioShock lineage is clear from the handful of visuals we've seen so far, but

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Pixel 10’s Add Me camera trick is getting a paw-some upgrade

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-29 20:00:59

TL;DR The Pixel Camera’s Add Me feature on the Pixel 10 series has been upgraded to support pets and larger group photos. The tool helps users appear in their group pictures by snapping two aligned shots and seamlessly stitching them together to create a composite photo for the whole group. It’s unclear if these new features will reach older Pixels, including the Pixel 9 series. Add Me is a highlight feature of the Pixel 9 series, and it’s one of those features you think you won’t use until y

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Google to verify all Android devs to protect users from malware

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-10-29 06:23:46

Google is introducing a new defense for Android called ‘Developer Verification’ to block malware installations from sideloaded apps sourced from outside the official Google Play app store. For apps on Google Play, there was already a requirement for publishers to provide a D-U-N-S (Data Universal Numbering System) number, introduced on August 31, 2023. Google says this has had a notable effect in reducing malware on the platform. However, the system didn’t apply to the vast developer ecosystem

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Skate Hands-On Preview: I Think It Might Be the Perfect Free-to-Play Game

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-30 00:30:03

It's been nearly a decade and a half since the last Skate game was released, but veterans won't have to wait much longer to tear up the streets once again. The next entry in the arcade-y skateboarding series launches into early access on Sept. 16. The franchise reboot (just named "Skate") was developed by Full Circle, a studio composed of much of the same talent that worked on the original games. After a long drought, skateboarding game fans have dined well on the compilation remakes of Tony H

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Resident Evil 9 Requiem Team Says It's a David Fincher-Inspired Story of Strength

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-30 09:00:04

I'm easily scared, but I still love a good murder mystery. So, even though I yelped and nearly jumped out of my chair watching the gameplay preview for Resident Evil Requiem at Summer Game Fest earlier this year (and again during my own demo session at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany), I still wanted to know what was going to happen to newbie FBI intelligence analyst Grace Ashcroft as she investigates a mysterious death in the same hotel where her mother was killed eight years ago. In a backroom o

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Google Play Store preps a small but welcome UI change (Updated: Rolling out)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-31 05:18:22

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR Google Play Store is preparing a redesigned account switcher. A prominent “Switch account” row appears below a greeting and your profile picture. The feature is enabled by flags in v46.8.29-31, mirroring recent rollouts in other Google apps. Update, August 27, 2025 (06:18 AM ET): The redesigned account switcher on the Google Play Store has started rolling out to some users, as reported by X user Joe Lenington. Original article, June 30 10, 2025 (11:5

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Google to verify all Android devs to block malware on Google Play

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-10-31 08:23:46

Google is introducing a new defense for Android called ‘Developer Verification’ to block malware installations from sideloaded apps sourced from outside the official Google Play app store. For apps on Google Play, there was already a requirement for publishers to provide a D-U-N-S (Data Universal Numbering System) number, introduced on August 31, 2023. Google says this has had a notable effect in reducing malware on the platform. However, the system didn’t apply to the vast developer ecosystem

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A new challenger is coming for Meta’s smart glasses throne

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-31 12:22:08

TL;DR Rokid has announced the launch of a Kickstarter for its new AI/AR glasses. The glasses feature a dual-eye screen that acts as a heads-up display for directions, real-time translation, and more. They are set to ship in November for $599. When you think of smart glasses, the first thing that probably comes to mind is Meta. The social media giant’s Ray-Ban smart glasses hold a tight grip on the market. However, a new challenger may loosen that grip with the launch of its new product. Don’

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Google Will Make All Android App Developers Verify Their Identity Starting Next Year

wired.com Ryan Whitwam 2025-10-31 12:17:33

Android’s open nature set it apart from the iPhone as the era of touchscreen smartphones began nearly two decades ago. Little by little, Google has traded some of that openness for security, and its next security initiative could make the biggest concessions yet in the name of blocking bad apps. Google has announced plans to begin verifying the identities of all Android app developers, and not just those publishing on the Play Store. Google intends to verify developer identities no matter where

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Finally, my ultimate smart home setup is complete thanks to this display gadget

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2025-11-01 16:00:23

Eufy Security E10 Smart Display ZDNET's key takeaways The Eufy Security E10 Smart Display is available for $200. This smart display shows you the history and current status of your security system and works as a control panel with real-time alerts. The E10 Smart Display only works with Eufy Security devices, so it's not compatible with other security cameras or meant to be a smart home hub. $199.99 at Amazon Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. I've had an Eufy Security syst

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You Can Play the New Gears of War Game on Xbox Game Pass Now

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-11-02 00:00:08

Gears of War is one of the most iconic Xbox series, spawning sequels, spin-offs and books. I fell in love with the series almost 20 years ago when the original landed on the Xbox 360. Microsoft brought the remastered edition of the game, called Gears of War: Reloaded, to Xbox Game Pass, and I can't wait to play it. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, a CNET Editors' Choice award pick, offers hundreds of games you can play on your Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Amazon Fire TV, smart TV and PC or m

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This small change might kill emulation on Android phones next year

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-02 09:04:31

Nick Fernandez / Android Authority TL;DR Google will soon block the sideloading of apps from unregistered developers. Many emulator devs want to remain anonymous to avoid legal liability. This may mean popular PS2, Switch, and PS3 emulators will no longer be available. Yesterday Google announced a new program to keep Android devices safe, but it may have huge unintended consequences for emulation on Android. In an effort to keep users safe from scams and malware, Google will require develope

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Google Play Store will now warns Wear OS users about ‘vampire’ watch faces

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-02 06:37:22

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR The Google Play Store will now show warnings on Wear OS watch face listings that may drain battery life. Watch faces with heavy animations, dynamic data, or constant phone interaction are the likely culprits. The update is rolling out, but we haven’t spotted it yet on our Galaxy Watch 8. Google is adding a small but handy feature to the Play Store on Wear OS watches. With the latest Play Store version 47.7 update, users will now see warning messages o

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Google will allow only apps from verified developers to be installed on Android

news.ycombinator.com Abner Li 2025-11-01 21:18:18

To combat malware and financial scams, Google announced today that only apps from developers that have undergone verification can be installed on certified Android devices starting in 2026. This requirement applies to “certified Android devices” that have Play Protect and are preloaded with Google apps. The Play Store implemented similar requirements in 2023, but Google is now mandating this for all install methods, including third-party app stores and sideloading where you download an APK file

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Google Play Store will now warns Wear OS users about vampire watch faces

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-02 12:37:22

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR The Google Play Store will now show warnings on Wear OS watch face listings that may drain battery life. Watch faces with heavy animations, dynamic data, or constant phone interaction are the likely culprits. The update is rolling out, but we haven’t spotted it yet on our Galaxy Watch 8. Google is adding a small but handy feature to the Play Store on Wear OS watches. With the latest Play Store version 47.7 update, users will now see warning messages o

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Exploring the tragedy of the Counter-Strike 2 server browser

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-02 06:31:50

For those who enjoy Counter-Strike community servers, the situation in Counter-Strike 2 is rather dire. An avalanche of spam has rendered the server browser unusable. The transition from Global Offensive killed multiple small communities. And large server providers have taken advantage of these problems to monopolise the market. Trying to find a server either involves capitulating to these big vendors, or trawling through a trench of spam. Scraping the server browser allows us to have some in

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Google will block sideloading of unverified Android apps starting next year

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-11-03 04:52:55

Android's open nature set it apart from the iPhone as the era of touchscreen smartphones began nearly two decades ago. Little by little, Google has traded some of that openness for security, and its next security initiative could make the biggest concessions yet in the name of blocking bad apps. Google has announced plans to begin verifying the identities of all Android app developers, and not just those publishing on the Play Store. Google intends to verify developer identities no matter where

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Google to require developer verification to install and sideload Android apps

news.ycombinator.com Abner Li 2025-11-03 08:18:18

To combat malware and financial scams, Google announced today that only apps from developers that have undergone verification can be installed on certified Android devices starting in 2026. This requirement applies to “certified Android devices” that have Play Protect and are preloaded with Google apps. The Play Store implemented similar requirements in 2023, but Google is now mandating this for all install methods, including third-party app stores and sideloading where you download an APK file

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Google wants to make sideloading Android apps safer by verifying developers’ identities

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-03 18:00:38

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google will soon verify the identities of developers who distribute Android apps outside the Play Store. Developers must submit their information to a new Android Developer Console, increasing their accountability for their apps. Rolling out in phases from September 2026, these new verification requirements are aimed at protecting users from malware by making it harder for malicious developers to remain anonymous. Most Android users acquire apps from

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Samsung launches Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, but a big question remains

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-04 04:19:06

TL;DR Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, which will be available on September 5. The tablet features a 10.9-inch display with up to 600 nits of brightness. The device is powered by an 8,000mAh battery and runs on an Exynos 1380 chip. The Berlin-based consumer tech trade show, IFA 2025, is just around the corner. Among the numerous attendees, Samsung will be there to present its latest innovations. Ahead of that event, the tech giant has taken the initiative and official

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This smart display is the best home security companion I've ever used

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2025-11-04 14:35:00

Eufy Security E10 Smart Display ZDNET's key takeaways The Eufy Security E10 Smart Display is available for $200. This smart display shows you the history and current status of your security system and works as a control panel with real-time alerts. The E10 Smart Display only works with Eufy Security devices, so it's not compatible with other security cameras or meant to be a smart home hub. View now at Amazon View now at Eufy more buying choices Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on G

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Labor Day sales include Apple's iPad Air M3 for $150 off

engadget.com Unknown 2025-11-04 18:06:26

For a lot of people, the iPad Air is Apple’s goldilocks tablet. It’s more powerful and available in a larger size than the entry-level iPad, but a lot less expensive than the iPad Pro, which can be overkill for some. Right now, there's a great Apple iPad Air M3 price drop on Amazon: you can get one for $150 less than usual thanks to Labor Day sales. This deal applies to each configuration of the 11-inch and 13-inch versions of the most recent iPad Air. So, the 11-inch model is as low as $449, w

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The Galaxy Z Fold 7 shows why the punch-hole camera is here to stay, and I’m not mad about it

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-11-04 21:00:12

Ryan Haines / Android Authority After years of feeling a bit stagnant, Samsung’s rejigged Galaxy Z Fold 7 booklet foldable has found some new fans in the Android Authority team. Its wonderfully slim design, more comfortable aspect ratio, and stellar One UI software make this an ultra-premium foldable that’s truly worth the substantial investment. One change that’s flown under the radar is Samsung’s return to a punch-hole selfie camera, in place of the under-display setup from years gone by. Wh

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Overwatch 2 will allow KBM on console, but you'll be up against PC players

engadget.com Unknown 2025-11-04 18:00:34

Overwatch 2 console players will officially be able to use a keyboard and mouse starting with the release of Season 18. In patch notes posted ahead of the new season, the Overwatch 2 team says matchmaking pools will be tweaked slightly so players are sorted into a Mouse and Keyboard Pool and a Controller Pool. Those playing on a console using keyboard and mouse (KBM) inputs will be paired with PC players and other KBM console players, while the Controller Pool will be reserved only for console p

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I Can’t Stop Playing Duolingo Chess

wired.com Jaclyn Greenberg 2025-11-04 18:30:00

I’m embarrassed to admit this in my mid-forties, but I’ve never understood chess well enough to play a full game. My son and daughter both learned how to play in elementary school. I was glad they had that experience. I tried to pick up the game when they did, but, as a busy mom of three little kids, I just didn’t have the time, the interest, or the stamina to really sit down and learn. Chess became more popular during the pandemic, and the boom has stuck around; according to a recent Yougov.c

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Axbylute will actually sell Intel and Tencent’s gigantic glasses-free 3D handheld

theverge.com Sean Hollister 2025-11-05 23:24:20

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. In January, one of the wildest Intel prototypes I witnessed at CES was a giant handheld gaming PC with an 11-inch autostereoscopic (read: glasses-free) 3D screen, detachable controllers, an Intel Lunar Lake chip, and a dedicated toggle to switch between

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This contentiously-thin, Galaxy Z Fold 7 competitor is now available in more regions

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A new challenger is coming for Meta’s smart glasses throne

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Finally, my ultimate smart home setup is complete thanks to this display gadget

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This small change might kill emulation on Android phones next year

Google Play Store will now warns Wear OS users about ‘vampire’ watch faces

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Google Play Store will now warns Wear OS users about vampire watch faces

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Overwatch 2 will allow KBM on console, but you'll be up against PC players

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