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Many Samsung phones like the Galaxy S22 and Z Fold and Flip series, as well as the upcoming S23 will work and feel more like an iPhone 14! Is Samsung copying iOS 16 software features? http://dlvr.it/SbzLyL

A wild new report implies that the Pixel 7a will have better specs than the Pixel 7 Pro. http://dlvr.it/SbxCKw

Mkeke makes high-quality, ever-lasting transparent cases for all Apple iPhone models http://dlvr.it/Sbv6rJ

Samsung is rolling out new versions of its advanced camera apps for the Galaxy S22 phones, as well as a new feature to protect user's data when select Galaxy devices are handed over for repair. The Expert Raw camera app gains two new "Special Photo options" in Settings: Astrophoto and Multiple Exposure. Astrophoto is for "professional-looking photos of stars and dark sky activity", including a "Sky Guide" feature which can pinpoint constellations. The Multiple Exposure feature takes multiple shots and combines them for better photos. In the Camera Assistant app, new options (also available from the main camera app) let you customize which features are active. Features you can now disable this way include: Auto lens switching, Auto HDR, Soften pictures, Video recording in Photo mode, and Faster shutter. You can also now choose how many photos are taken in timer mode, and how long before the camera app times out. Separately, a new feature for Galaxy devi

The big-battery Moto G Power (2021) mid-ranger is on sale for an incredibly low 110 bucks and up right now in both 32 and 64GB storage variants. http://dlvr.it/SbrGgX

You have (less than) 24 hours to take advantage of the latest killer Samsung Week deal and score a cheaper-than-ever Galaxy Z Flip 4 with or without a trade-in. http://dlvr.it/Sbn8q1

Here you will find every little new nugget of information about the Samsung Galaxy S23's camera system. http://dlvr.it/Sbk5hC

Despite its advanced age and lack of 5G support, the mid-range Moto G Stylus (2021) can still be pretty attractive at a new all-time low price of $150 in an unlocked variant. http://dlvr.it/Sbk5WG

OnePlus has teamed up with miHoYo for the launch of another limited-edition flagship, the OnePlus Ace Pro Genshin Impact. http://dlvr.it/Sbk5Jr

Motorola is offering deep discounts on its newest unlocked phones, with some models 40–50% off. The Moto g stylus 5G is now just $200, 1/2 off, and the flagship edge+ is down to $600, a $400 savings. http://dlvr.it/Sbk51G

Samsung's obscenely expensive unlocked Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G with 1TB storage is more affordable than ever today whether or not you have something (good) to trade in. http://dlvr.it/Sbg0pG

OnePlus has formally announced the OnePlus Nord N300 5G, its newest affordable 5G phone for T-Mobile and Metro. Starting at $228, it includes 33-watt fast charging, 90 Hz display refresh, and a 48 megapixel main camera. The N300 is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset made with a 6nm manufacturing process, paired with 4 GB RAM and 64 GB storage (expandable). A 33 watt fast charger is included, to quickly juice up the large 5,000 mAh battery. The display measures 6.56 inches, with HD+ resolution. The 48 megapixel main camera is assisted by a 2 megapixel depth camera for portrait shots. It will come in one color: Midnight Jade. The phone goes on sale November 3rd with both T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile. http://dlvr.it/Sbg0YW

The delivery status notification can tip off the location of WhatsApp, Signal, and Threema users. http://dlvr.it/Sbbwr4

The delivery status notification can tip off the location of WhatsApp, Signal, and Threema users. http://dlvr.it/SbYdhj

Cricket has started selling two new Cricket-branded phones: the Cricket Icon 4 and Cricket Innovate E 5G. While Cricket has offered many such white-label phones in the recent years, these additions bring the number of own-brand phones the company now sells to ten, possibly a record number for any US carrier. The Icon 4 is made by Wingtech, while the Innovate E 5G comes via Coosea. Wingtech is new for Cricket, although T-Mobile has relied on Wingtech for its last two generations of REVVL phones. Coosea also makes the Cricket Vision Plus (released in June) and Cricket Debut Smart, which launched just last month. Cricket has also turned to FIH and Tinno for white-label phones in the past. Both new phones are entry-level. The Icon 4 has a 6.5-inch HD+ display, 4,000 mAh battery, 13 megapixel camera, 5 megapixel front camera, and rear fingerprint reader. It has 3 GB RAM and 32 GB of storage, the smallest amounts supported by modern Android. It sells for $110. The Innovate E adds 5G and bump

A really important segment of the mobile market is devices for young kids. Mobile technology provides communication and safety features that feel essential, but how young is too young for a phone? That's where kids' smartwatches come in. They have all the features parents want, with none of the drawbacks of giving a young kid a full-on smartphone. Xplora is making a big push in the US market, with a few new models to choose from. We checked out the two models available this holiday season: the XGO3 and X5 Play. Read on for a hands-on tour and our first impressions. http://dlvr.it/SbSMrj

Samsung has been submitting patent applications for smart rings for years. Now, they’ve begun work on possibly the first Galaxy Ring. http://dlvr.it/SbP8Cd

Parents can now make parent-managed watchlists, control what their kids can watch on YouTube and more http://dlvr.it/SbP7zD

TCL continues to build out its lineup of affordable 5G phones with this new model that might come to T-Mobile later this year. While the TCL 30 XE 5G was truly entry-level, this model is a notable step up, with specs closer to the 30 V 5G that the company brought to Verizon earlier this year. Headline specs of this model include a 50 megapixel main camera, 6.7-inch full-HD display, huge 5,010 mAh battery, and NFC. The design is visibly quite different, though. What's it like in person? We checked it out. Read on for our first impressions. http://dlvr.it/SbKr8d

Instead of taking a huge gamble with a potentially overpriced foldable iPhone anytime soon, Apple could opt for a slightly lower-risk foldable iPad launch at some point in 2024. http://dlvr.it/SbJ8MZ