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We know it was coming, but we just didn’t know when. Google surprised many by announcing YouTube TV at a secretive launch event in Los Angeles. It’ll launch later this year in select major U.S. markets with a price that’s equal or better than the competition. Google is getting into the live television streaming race […] Come comment on this article: Google’s YouTube TV goes official, will compete with Sling TV, DirecTV Now, and PlayStation Vue Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

At Mobile World Congress 2017, Google met with several journalists to discuss ongoing and future initiatives for the giant tech company. One Google representative in attendance was Rick Osterloh who is the senior vice president for hardware and effectively runs the consumer hardware side of things. During the meeting and in subsequent comments, Osterloh revealed […] Come comment on this article: No more Pixel laptops, even brand expansion seems questionable Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Over the last few months HTC got some media coverage for some videos they released for a device called the HTC Ocean. In the videos, one of the intriguing features was some technology that appeared to make the side edges of the device capable of detecting touch input. Interest in the HTC Ocean concept slid […] Come comment on this article: Leak may indicate HTC Ocean still in play Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

This is the Galaxy S8, which Samsung will be introducing next month in New York City. Evan Blass, the mobile industry’s biggest insider, leaked the image on Tuesday night. It was immediately spread online by hundreds of people who are awaiting the arrival of 2017’s biggest phone. The latest leak confirms what we’ve suspected all […] Come comment on this article: Evan Blass just leaked a clear frontal of the Samsung Galaxy S8 Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Apple's new AirPods are easily the hottest Bluetooth earbuds around right now, though they're still impossible to find unless you're willing to pay a premium and buy them on Amazon. Apple's Beats brand also released new wireless in-ear headphones recently, and they've drummed up plenty of buzz as well. As much hype as there is surrounding those headphones though, there are plenty of other options out there that offer a terrific experience at a fraction of the price. The AUKEY Bluetooth Headphones with Heart Rate Monitor are a perfect example. These buds offer better isolation than Apple's AirPods, and they also have a built-in heart rate monitor, which is something you wo…

As a sandwich aficionado, I've always hated the fact that Subway tends to get a bad rap. Because the company has franchises everywhere, and because most everything on the Subway menu is pretty cheap, people tend to dismiss the sandwich chain as 'low-rent' compared to some pricier and less tastier options. To be perfectly honest, and at the risk of embarrassing myself, I've long been a staunch Subway defender and apologist. Continue reading... Trending right now: Exclusive: This is the Galaxy S8 It’s not just you: Massive internet outage is sweeping the East Coast New Pokemon and group events coming to Pokemon Go in 2017 Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

One of the four handsets Nokia and HMD Global unveiled at MWC 2017 isn’t a smartphone, it’s a marketing trick. The brand new Nokia 3310 is a modern take on the Nokia classic that was used by millions of people around the world. It’s also largely a useless device by today’s mobile standards, especially if you’re coming from touchscreen smartphones. But the phone has been getting lots of attention from die-hard Nokia fans and hipsters who are just, like, so over smartphones. It's great for Nokia's PR department, but there's one rather important detail for US-based 3310 Nokia aficionados: the phone won't work here. Continue reading... Trending right now: Exclusi…

High quality video and low-speed connections have never gotten along particularly well. Video takes up lots of data, especially if you want it to look good, and slapping audio on top leaves you with a recipe for data cap disasters. But what if decent video didn't use a lot of data? Is it even possible? That's exactly what Netflix is trying to find out, and it showed off some seriously promising early results today, including streaming video that uses less data than even some music apps require. Continue reading... Trending right now: Exclusive: This is the Galaxy S8 New Pokemon and group events coming to Pokemon Go in 2017 It’s not just you: Massive internet o…

John Legere has literally made a career by bashing other wireless carriers for "ridiculous" activation fees, "bullshit" extra add-ons, and "absurd" pricing schemes. So it's a little awkward that T-Mobile has very quietly increased the cost of its "SIM Starter Kit" -- that's an activation fee, let's be clear -- to $25. That's the second increase in a year, and means that over the last 365 days, the price of adding an extra line to T-Mobile has increased by $10 for no discernible reason. Continue reading... Trending right now: Exclusive: This is the Galaxy S8 New Pokemon and group events coming to Pokemon Go in 2017 Apple’s iPhone 8 will do the unthinkable …

A huge milestone for YouTube was just revealed. If you’re like any of us at Talk Android, you watch a lot of video on YouTube throughout the week. Millions of other people do as well. So it’s not surprising to find out that 1 billion hours of video are being watched on the service every […] Come comment on this article: You’re watching 1 billion hours of video on YouTube daily Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Huawei announced the P10 and P10 Plus in Barcelona at MWC 2017 just a couple of days ago. Like many of its other phones, Huawei is largely focusing on the European market for these two devices. But, in a surprising move, Huawei is also bringing the two devices to Canada — but not the US. […] Come comment on this article: Huawei is bringing the P10, P10 Plus to Canada, but not the US Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Curious to get a look into what the LG G6 is all about? Well, now you can, thanks to an unboxing video posted online by our favorite magenta carrier, T-Mobile. The LG G6 has a lot going for it. It’s got a 5.7-inch screen with little-to-no bezels — it’s an almost edge-to-edge design. It’s waterproof, […] Come comment on this article: [Video] Watch T-Mobile unbox the LG G6 Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

When you’re working out, stop using wired earbuds. Now you can get Bluetooth-powered earbuds on Talk Android Deals for less than $30. The FRESHeBUDS Air earbuds are featured as our deal of the day. With them, you don’t have to worry about your earbuds falling out or being uncomfortable. Hit the break for details on […] Come comment on this article: [TA Deals] Pick up the FRESHeBUDS Air earbuds for $25! (72% off) Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Finally, Xiaomi’s long-rumored in-house processor is ready for showtime. The Surge S1, launching today in the new Mi 5c, is the company first attempt at building the center component of a mobile device. It features four A53 cores clocked at 2.2 GHz and four A53 cores clocked at 1.4GHz. So it is an octa-core processor […] Come comment on this article: Xiaomi’s first in-house processor is the Surge S1 Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Move over MWC 2017, you’re done. The Galaxy S8 cast a long shadow over this year’s mobile trade show in Barcelona, Spain, as Samsung was unable to unveil its hottest new phone at the event. The company confirmed, however, that the phone will arrive in the very near future, offering us a March 29th date for its New York-based Unpacked event. A flurry of competing Android devices became official at MWC, many of them hoping to cash in on the Galaxy S8’s big absence. But Galaxy S8 rumors continued to drop just as other companies were unveiling their newest mobile products. The best leak came late on Tuesday when a trusted leaker shared with the world what seems to be our f…

For the first time since taking office 40 days prior, Donald Trump on Tuesday addressed Congress in a formal speech. No one knew exactly what to expect ahead of Trump's speech on Tuesday evening. Would we see the unhinged Twitter addict who can't seem to focus on anything other than the media's criticisms? Or would we see a man coming to terms with the fact that he is, in fact, the president of the United States, and that his bizarre tirades are doing precious little beyond further dividing the nation. As it turns out, we saw Trump at is most presidential on Tuesday night. Perhaps the president is finally beginning to cool off. Or perhaps he's finally realizing that hi…

The newly released BeatsX wireless earbuds were just the fourth headphones in the world to feature Apple’s exciting new W1 wireless chip. The chip combines the latest Class 1 Bluetooth technology with some of Apple’s own features to offer incredible wireless range as well as some extra functions like instant hassle-free pairing and more. There are other earbuds that pack Apple’s W1 chip as well, including the Powerbeats3 and the AirPods, which are still impossible to find unless you pay a premium on Amazon. As for over-ear headphones, there’s only one option on the planet right now — the Beats Solo3 — and they’re on sale on Amazon for a limited time in four different c…

Nintendo set a low bar with the Wii U. All the Switch needed to be was competent to meet our expectations, but something clearly changed behind the scenes at Nintendo after the disastrous life cycle of the follow-up to the Wii. The Switch isn't just competent -- it's an incredibly well made device. Despite consisting of multiple interlocking and disconnecting parts, the Switch feels like a cohesive gaming console. The hardest balance to strike when designing a gadget is making it industrial enough for regular use but eye-catching and inventive enough to make someone turn their head. The Switch strikes that balance perfectly. It's a fun, attention-grabbing toy and an im…

I shouldn’t have to tell where the famous “I am your father” line came from, but it’s Star Wars, just in case you still haven’t seen it. Well, get ready for a similar father and son meeting in a different kind of sci-fi movie: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Continue reading... Trending right now: It’s not just you: Massive internet outage is sweeping the East Coast Apple’s iPhone 8 will do the unthinkable Study finds that iPhone performance is far less reliable than Android Via BRG - Boy Genius Report

With the major carriers making a sudden move in the last month to jump big time into the unlimited data plan market, you may be wondering how prepaid wireless carriers will respond to these moves. Cricket Wireless is one of those carriers feeling the heat and today announced a new feature to try to keep […] Come comment on this article: Cricket feels pressure from new unlimited plans, rolling out new Stream More feature Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

It may not seem like it, but almost a year ago Nokia announced they were buying Withings for the price of $191 million. At the time of the announcement, there was no indication as to whether Nokia would stick with the Withings branding. In an announcement at MWC 2017, the company confirmed that starting this […] Come comment on this article: Nokia to eliminate Withings brand starting this summer Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

The Un-carrier continues impressing with its latest promotion for new and existing customers. Today, T-Mobile introduced a special promotion in which all customers adding a third line get it for free. So, yes, you’ll need to be new customer or an existing customer with at least two lines before grabbing the freebie. Virtually everyone can […] Come comment on this article: [Deal] Get a free third line from T-Mobile Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Just like apps, Google Play app needs to be updated every now and then. It’s so that Google can give its digital store new features, stability improvements, and a visual changes. We’re going to help you check and update your Google Play app if there’s anything available. Because, like you, we love getting app updates. […] Come comment on this article: How to update the Google Play app on your Android phone or tablet Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

Pocket, the decade-old read-it-later platform, now belongs to Mozilla. An acquisition was announced by both sides earlier today. Mozilla, as you may or may not know, is the parent company of the Mozilla Foundation. Still not ringing any bells? Ok, let’s clarify once more. Firefox is developed by the Mozilla Foundation. So you understand that […] Come comment on this article: Mozilla buys Pocket, looks to leverage its 10 million users Visit TalkAndroid News via TalkAndroid

We already know everything we need to know about GameStop's plans for the launch of the Nintendo Switch this Friday. We learned on Monday how Best Buy and Target are going to handle the launch. Now Walmart has confirmed Switch availability as well, giving you four retailers to choose from this Friday. Continue reading... Trending right now: It’s not just you: Massive internet outage is sweeping the East Coast Apple’s iPhone 8 will do the unthinkable Niantic announces three major updates coming to Pokemon Go in 2017 Via BRG - Boy Genius Report