Google Maps is already one of the most popular apps used on on smartphones thanks to its sophisticated navigation powers. But Google has figured out an even cooler use for the service and it that doesn’t even involve getting directions – meet Google’s brand new Project Sunroof.
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How is it possible that the summer already almost over? For shoppers, that means back to school sales are in full swing, but it also means we only have a few months left until Black Friday. The days and weeks surrounding Black Friday make up the best time of the year to buy a new HDTV, but what happens if you need a TV now and you can’t wait that long?
We’ve rounded up the five best-selling HDTVs on Amazon right now, and each one offers shoppers a great viewing experience at a great price.
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We all know the reason why Android phones take much longer to get the latest software compared to iPhones. There are countless different Android hardware vendors out there who sell their phones through several different carriers. Both of these parties install their own software onto devices and when Google issues new software both carriers and OEMs need to test it out with their own apps before issuing an update. But we’re reaching the point where this system just isn’t going to work anymore.
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Shortly after revealing the official name of Android 6.0 Marshmallow on Monday, Google released the final preview version of the software along with the Android 6.0 SDK. Developers will now be able to begin publishing apps on Google Play that take advantage of the new API level 23 included in the latest version of Android.
But if you’re not a developer, you’re probably far more interested in just getting your hands on the update.
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It’s that time of the week again, and BGR is bringing you a roundup of the best new Netflix movies and shows for your streaming pleasure. A lot of your time is wasted by looking around Netflix for something you haven’t seen yet, so this update will save you some precious ticks on the clock.
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Amazon is using its deal of the day to highlight one of its own product lines. Today only, you can get 30% off select Amazon Fire HD tablets. Now, these are of course Amazon’s entertainment and reading devices, and they’re a part of Amazon’s always-growing Kindle lineup. What began as devices that revolutionized e-books and reading are now full-fledged tablets with plenty of potential.
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After a report a few days ago said that Apple will hold its annual iPhone event on September 9th, sources from Japan and Germany say the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus will be launched in stores the following week, on September 18th.
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The suspense (if there was any suspense) appears to be over. Google’s vice president of engineering for Android has posted a new picture on his Twitter feed that shows the iconic green Android robot standing outside Google’s campus and it’s holding a… wait for it…
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For every great thing tech bloggers have said about Windows 10, there seem to be a whole lot of complaints from users. Much of the fuss is focused on the fact that Windows 10 may be spying on everything you do by default, but we’ve shown you a number of ways to stop it. For more details, check out our post on 6 free tools that stop Windows 10 spying.
But there are also some other problems with Windows 10 that are getting users riled up, and the latest complaint is one that could end up costing you hundreds of dollars.
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Sprint earlier today announced a new program which allows iPhone users to upgrade to the latest iPhone model for just $22 per month. The only rule for eligibility is that your current iPhone has to be a model from a previous generation.
The program, dubbed iPhone Forever, starts today and is fairly straight forward. Eligible customers simply bring in their current iPhone and can walk out with the latest model for just $22/month. In effect, the old way of doing business — waiting 2 years between upgrades — is being phased out.
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