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$70 off Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch, free $100 Best Buy gift card

We’re still months away from that time of the year when netizens and high street shoppers swarm over blink-and-you’ll-miss-it deals on pretty much every type of product you can think of, but some retailers are getting the party started early with “Black Friday in July” promotions. Mobvoi TicWatch Pro review (update: now you can get it 20% off) Reviews The offer on Samsung’s smartwatch duo knocks a flat $70 off the list price, taking the $349 wearables down to $279 (20 percent off).

LG Q6, Q6 Plus, Q6a specs, price, release date, and everything else you should know

One of the most compelling aspects of the LG G6 is its display. Sporting a unique 18:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1440 x 2880, the G6 makes it easy to get the big-screen experience without the unwieldy form factor. The only other smartphones to sport 18:9 displays (well, 18.5:9, technically) are the Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus. The problem is, to get one of these high-end screens, you need to buy a high-end device.

Android Q includes something called Screen Attention

Are you familiar with Smart Stay, one of Samsung’s features that keeps the display on if you’re looking at it? XDA-Developers reported on Wednesday that Google is toying around with something similar in Android Q beta 4. Called “Screen Attention,” the feature will use the front camera to see what your eyes are looking at. If you’re staring at your screen, the software will know to keep the screen on. If you’re staring into the distance, however, the display will time out as it normally would.

Google confirms Pixel 5 screen gaps are part of the phone's design

David Imel / Android Authority TL;DR Google has confirmed that the Pixel 5’s screen gaps are part of the phone design. Owners feared that the gaps, which are noticeable between the screen and body, are a defect. The firm also confirmed that the gaps do not impact the Pixel 5’s water and dust resistance. Soon after the Google Pixel 5 made its debut last month, buyers took to online forums over concerns about a possible design defect — gaps were spotted between the phone’s screen and body.

Samsung Galaxy S11e renders show punch hole dislay

Just yesterday, serial tipster Onleaks and 91Mobiles delivered renders of the rumored Samsung Galaxy S11. Today, Onleaks and Pricebaba leaked renders of the rumored Samsung Galaxy S11e. Based on the renders, the Galaxy S11e isn’t all that different from the Galaxy S11. There’s a punch-hole cutout and a curved display, reportedly stretching 6.2 to 6.3 inches on the diagonal. For reference, the Galaxy S10e features a smaller and flat 5.8-inch display.

Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge features

Samsung has recently announced its 2015 flagship, the Galaxy S6. But alongside the flagship, the company also unveiled its second major curved-screen smartphone, the Galaxy S6 Edge. These two devices are very similar in specifications, though the Edge has a few more features to help it stand out. So today, we’ll walk you through as many as we can. Let’s take a quick look at all of the features you’ll get with the Galaxy S6 Edge.

Sony Xperia Z5 showcased in "Made for Bond" promo

Update, September 15: Sony is eager to capitalize on the full marketing potential of the Bond machine. Hence, it should be no surprise that a Bond-themed version of the Xperia Z5 is coming soon. UK carrier Vodafone has secured exclusive rights for the Bond Edition of Sony Xperia Z5. Unfortunately, the Bond-themed Xperia Z5 isn’t that different from the regular edition. The device appears to be a black Xperia Z5 pre-loaded with Spectre themes and content, and a “behind the scene blog from Miss Moneypenny herself.

Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update rolls out for Moto Turbo in India

Since its launch in March last year, Moto Turbo (XT1225) owners in India have been waiting patiently for Motorola to update their phones to the latest version of Google’s Android OS. Their wait seems to be finally over as Moto Turbo owners can now update their handsets to Android Marshmallow. You may recall that the high-end Motorola Droid Turbo was launched in India as the Moto Turbo with the same specifications, including a 5.

Samsung Galaxy S4 Active now available for pre-order on AT&T

The device is available in two color versions, Urban Gray and Dive Blue, and can be yours for $199.99, with a two-year contract. If you decide to purchase the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active, you should know that it shouldn’t take too long for the device to get into your hands. Simulating an order on the AT&T website revealed that the device is expected to ship on June 18, which is next Tuesday, as you can see in the screenshot below.

Solar Red HTC U11: Iron Man Edition?

The HTC U11 is the Taiwanese manufacturer’s flagship for 2017 and comes in a range of colors, but what if there was an edition that took on the colors of a popular superhero? An… Iron Man Edition? Well, it might look a little like the Solar Red HTC U11. Back when the HTC U11 was announced in Taiwan, I went up close and personal with all the colors and while all look amazing in their own way, the one that stood out the most was the unique Solar Red.