Chinese Long March 5B Rocket Falls to Earth, NASA Says Beijing Failed to Share Trajectory Information

The Chinese rocket Long March 5B fell back to Earth on Saturday, while social media users in Malaysia shared a video of what appeared to be rocket debris falling from the sky. According to NASA, the rocket had re-entered over the Indian Ocean, but said that China had failed to share "specific trajectory information" and referred questions about "reentry’s technical ...

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Nothing Phone 1 fares well in durability test but teardown is another story

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• Renowned YouTubers have tested the Nothing Phone 1’s durability and repairability.
• The phone holds up surprisingly well for a mid-ranger in the torture test.
• The teardown shows it could be a nightmare to repair.

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The Nothing Phone 1 has been through Zack Nelson’s famous JerryRigEverything durability test. Folks over at PBK Reviews also went ahead and tore down the flashy phone to the bone. While the device fared surprisingly well in one of those procedures, watching it go through the other was pretty painful.

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PayPal Access in Indonesia Temporarily Restored After Blocking Over Licensing Rules Sparks Backlash

Indonesia has temporarily opened access to PayPal to allow users to access their money, after a block on online services triggered a backlash in the country. The government blocked PayPal, Yahoo, and several gaming services for failing to meet a deadline under the country’s licencing rules, introduced in 2020. Users in Indonesia will have access to PayPal for five d...

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Things are looking good for the Matter smart home standard (knock on wood)

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If you’re not familiar with why Matter matters for smart homes, we have a primer for you below, but to put it as briefly as possible: simplicity. It’s a universal protocol that will allow accessories to work on any major smart home platform, eventually putting an end (in many cases at least) to the question of whether something is compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, or Samsung SmartThings.

Since it was announced, there have been doubts about how widely Matter will be adopted, and whether it’ll roll out smoothly. Or at all. There have already been a couple of delays — it was originally supposed to go live in 2020, and then in mid-2022. The good news is that based on recent developments, it is likely to meet its current fall 2022 target and become de facto in the smart home industry.

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This working GameBoy phone case is the ultimate time and money waster

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Yes, that’s a GameBoy case. A fully functioning GameBoy case, to be precise. Well, of sorts — it’s not an officially licensed Nintendo product.

In fact, I doubt the manufacturer has the rights to market such a close likeness of the iconic handheld game console, let alone use the name or sell the games. But that’s the current state of Chinese manufacturing, and it’s not like Nintendo is ever going to make something this awesome.

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Should Google make a Tensor Lite processor for its Pixel A series?

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Hadlee Simons

Google debuted the Tensor in the Pixel 6 series late last year — a semi-custom high-end chipset with Google’s special hardware sauce slathered on top of it.

Although the Pixel 6 series didn’t quite boast best-in-class flagship performance, it still offered plenty of power and impressive machine learning capabilities. Now, the mid-range Pixel 6a is also using the Tensor chipset, but would it be better if Google created a Tensor Lite processor for the Pixel A-series instead?

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My worst tech decision: A G Suite account for personal use

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Dhruv Bhutani

I’m not a gambling man, but over the years, I’ve come to realize that buying into any Google service is a game of Russian Roulette. The Google graveyard will attest to the number of Google services killed over the years, but many other services remain needlessly impeded. Case in point — Google Workspace, or G Suite as it was previously known, for personal use.

Related: What is Google Workspace and is it worth it?

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Microsoft Accuses DSIRF of Creating Malicious Software, Firm Says Subzero Was for Official Use in EU

Microsoft has accused an Austrian firm DSIRF of creating malicious software ‘Subzero’. The firm was accused of using Subzero as a spying tool in at least three countries. However, DSIRF says the software was for official use in EU states only, and not offered or made for commercial use. The firm is also investigating the claims.

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Elon Musk Countersues Twitter Under Seal in $44 Billion Acquisition Deal

Elon Musk has filed a confidential countersuit against Twitter over $44 billion (nearly Rs. 3.5 lakh crore) deal. The suit was filed after Delaware Court announced the dates for five-day trail scheduled for October in Musk vs Twitter legal battle. Musk, CEO of Tesla, abandoned the deal on July 8 citing incomplete information about bots as the reason.

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Saints Row, Spider-Man Remastered, More: August 2022 Games for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X

What are the biggest games releasing in August 2022 for PC, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S/X? Saints Row, Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, and F1 Manager 2022 are some of the most anticipated titles.

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How to change your YouTube channel URL

Part of becoming a successful YouTuber is making a name for yourself—literally. By doing so, you’ll be able to sell yourself as a brand for people to frequent. One of the best ways to make yourself easily accessible is to customize your channel’s URL and include your channel name in it. That way, people don’t have to remember a long string of letters and numbers every time they want to visit your channel from the address bar.

READ MORE: How to set up a YouTube channel: A step-by-step guide

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Record 45% price drop on this 55-inch Amazon Fire TV, and more 4K TV deals

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If you’re on the hunt for a new TV, you may have already noticed that 4K is everywhere. It’s becoming a standard feature, and prices have slowly started to come down. However, it can still be a challenge to decide just what you need on your next TV. We’ve done our best to put in the legwork and gather some of the best 4K TV deals available right now in 2022.

Featured deal: Record 45% price drop on this 55-inch Amazon Fire TV

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The best Visible deals: Get $150 spending money with the Pixel 6a

If you want to switch to a contract-free prepaid carrier in the US, but you also want to keep the nationwide coverage of Verizon’s 5G network, then Visible is the best option for you. So we’ve dug deep and put together a list of the best Visible deals that are active right now.

Our own Andrew Grush even gave Visible a try as an alternative to satellite internet and found a change for the better.

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The best Boost Mobile deals: Pay just $5/month for a 5GB plan

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If you want to switch to a contract-free prepaid carrier in the US, Boost Mobile is one of the best options around. It has a wide range of premium and affordable smartphones available and provides many deals on devices and plans. The Sprint and T-Mobile merger has resulted in one major change for the best Boost Mobile deals — the MVNO is now part of Dish Network.

In other words, Boost is going to be around for a while. We still highly recommend the carrier and feel that now is a great time to sign up, as there are plenty of solid deals to be had this month. For example, over on Tech Deals, you can save 49% on the 5GB Boost Mobile plan.

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OnePlus Nord Watch reportedly leaked, takes obvious inspiration from Apple Watch

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• Screenshots that reportedly show an upcoming smartwatch, the OnePlus Nord Watch, have been leaked.
• The name would seem to hint the new watch might be cheaper than 2021’s OnePlus Watch.
• The design also resembles the square-like Apple Watch.

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OnePlus launched a smartwatch, simply called the OnePlus Watch, over a year ago in April 2021. While the smartwatch was affordable and had some solid hardware, we felt the software had a number of issues. Today, there are reports that OnePlus is going to try again, with perhaps an even cheaper device.

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Google Pixel 6a factory images and OTAs are available now

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• The first factory images and OTAs for the newly released Google Pixel 6a are now available to download.
• The images also confirm the phone had the internal codename “bluejay”.
• The first update for the phone will be released in early August.

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After months of previews and leaks, the Google Pixel 6a is finally officially available to the general public. Along with its release, some owners of the budget-themed smartphone can now download the factory images direct from Google.

Read more: Google Pixel 6a review

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The best iPhone deals: Get $200 free money with the iPhone SE 2022

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We may be Android Authority, but we can’t ignore what Apple’s iPhones bring to the table, especially when you can snag a deep discount. The ecosystem is well-integrated, iOS is about as straightforward as it gets, and just about anyone can pick up an Apple product and learn to use it quickly. Here are some of the best iPhone deals right now to help you avoid the so-called Apple Tax.

Featured deal: Get $200 free money with the iPhone SE 2022

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Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) Disappears from Google Play, Apple App Store Following Government Order

The sudden disappearance comes just under two years after PUBG was banned in India, leading to the creation of BGMI.

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Save $350 on the latest Surface Pro X, and many more Microsoft Surface deals

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The iPad Pro isn’t the only tablet device that’s vying to replace your laptop. If you’re more familiar with Windows, you might find yourself more at home on a Microsoft Surface Pro. That’s why we’ve gone ahead and picked out some of the best Surface Pro deals across the web.

The Surface Pro comes in a variety of sizes and specs, so we’ve done our best to break it down a little bit further for you. We have everything from the high-end Surface Pro X to the budget-friendly Surface Go. We also have a few options for previous versions of the Surface Pro line too.

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Diablo Immortal reportedly earns $100 million in its first two months

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• A new report claims Blizzard’s new free-to-play game Diablo Immortal brought in $100 million in revenue in its first two months.
• It’s currently the 13th highest ranked mobile game worldwide in terms of revenue generation.
• The game may get another boost in money due to its launch in China earlier this week.

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Diablo Immortal has been a controversial game ever since it was first announced by Blizzard at its BlizzCon event in November 2018. Fans of the earlier Diablo action-RPG games made for the PC and consoles were upset about having what they believed to be a dumb-down version of the game for mobile devices. Others bemoaned that the game, while it would officially be free to play, would also support microtransaction that would, among other things, speed up the leveling of characters.

Read more: Diablo Immortal tips and tricks

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4: What we know so far and what we want to see (July 27)

Update, July 27, 2022 (02:00 PM ET): We’ve updated our Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 hub with some leaked press renders, leaked prices, colors, and official release details. Continue on to read all the latest.

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Original article: Samsung is just weeks away from announcing its next set of foldable phones. It’s all but confirmed that the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 would be the next set of flagships from the company. While the former is expected to be an ultra-premium device, the latter is believed to be a more affordable entry point into Samsung’s foldable universe. This would follow nicely from the Galaxy Z Flip 3, which literally flipped the market on its head last year by coming in at a $999 price point.

Will Samsung be able to recreate that affordability this time too? More importantly, will the Galaxy Z Flip 4 bring in enough upgrades over its predecessor to woo potential buyers? Here’s everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 and what we want to see on it.

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$140 off the Garmin Venu 2, and more of the best smartwatch deals

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Smartwatches have cemented themselves as staples of any tech collection, but they’re not all created equal. Some, like Fitbit, excel at health tracking while others, like Fossil watches, are focused more on fashion. But one thing we love about any smartwatch is saving money via a great deal.

Related: The best smartwatches you can buy

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The best original streaming shows on every major service in 2022

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With a growing number of streaming sites offering huge libraries of new and old content, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the wealth of options. So, let’s break it down and start slow. What are the best original streaming shows?

Below, you’ll find our top picks, organized according to where you can watch them among the massive number of streaming services currently on the market.

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New on Prime Video and Freevee in August: A League of Their Own and more

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What’s new on Amazon Prime Video in August? The streaming service will premiere original and licensed shows and movies, including brand new titles like 13 Lives, Samaritan, and A League of Their Own, as well as films like Licorice Pizza, Face/Off, Once Upon a Time in the West, and Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion.

Read: The best Amazon Prime originals

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How to link your PS5 to the PlayStation App

Alongside the release of the PS5, Sony gave the PlayStation App a substantial update with plenty of new features. Once linked, it’s like having a portable interface to your console, where you can control everything remotely with the tap of a finger. Here’s how to link your PS5 to the mobile app.

Read more: PS5 buyers guide: Everything you need to know

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The Nubia Red Magic 7S Pro is a powerful gaming smartphone for $729

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• The Nubia Red Magic 7S Pro will soon be available for sale globally.
• The gaming optimized smartphone is a higher-end version of the early Red Magic 7 and 7 Pro.
• It will be available for early bird orders August 2 with a starting price of $729.

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Several months after Nubia launched the Red Magic 7 and Red Magic 7 Pro smartphone, the company has come out with an updated version, the Red Magic 7s Pro (via Fonearena). The phone was launched in China last month, and will soon be available for sale globally.

Like the Red Magic 7, the 7S Pro will have a big 6.8-inch AMOLED Full HD+ 120Hz refresh rate display and a 960Hz touch sampling rate. However, the new phone will have the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, compared to the older Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 found on the regular Red Magic 7 and 7 Pro. The new phone also has its own dedicated chip for gaming processes not related to graphics, like audio and haptic interactions.

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What is Android Auto and how does it work?

Android doesn’t just power your phones, tablets, and TVs, but also your car. You can connect your phone to your car’s display via Android Auto to access navigation tools, make hands-free calls and texts, listen to music, and more while on the road. Here’s everything you need to know about Android Auto.

Read more: Ten best Android Auto apps to get the most out of it

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What’s new on Hulu in August 2022: Prey, Reservation Dogs, and more

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What’s new on Hulu in August? The Disney-owned streamer is rolling out some exciting titles, including the return of Reservation Dogs, the premiere of Predator prequel Prey, brand new streaming premieres, and more, including popular shows and movies like Yu-Gi-Oh!, Blazing Saddles, and Castaway.

Read more: The best Hulu originals

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25% off the Roku Express 4K Plus, and more of the best Roku deals

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If you’re in the market for a new streaming device, then you probably already know most of the big names in the game. There’s Amazon Fire TV, Nvidia Shield, and more, but there are also plenty of options from Roku. If you’re a Roku fan, you’ll be happy to know there are plenty of Roku offers around. We’ve summed up the best cheap Roku deals in this post.

See also: Roku buyer’s guide: Which Roku streaming device is right for you?

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Vivo India Committed Heinous Economic Offence Related to Money Laundering, ED Tells Delhi HC

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) opposed the petition filed by the Chinese smartphone manufacturer the Delhi High Court on Monday and said the commercial engagements of the petitioner and its reputation and goodwill are not a relevant consideration during the investigation into the offence of money laundering, which is a heinous offence. The ED said that the investiga...

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WhatsApp Privacy Policy Not Withdrawn, Probe Must Continue, CCI Tells Delhi HC

WhatsApp’s updated privacy policy of 2021 has not been withdrawn, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) told the Delhi High Court on Monday, while stating that its probe concerning the policy should be allowed to proceed. The CCI on its own had decided to look into WhatsApp's updated privacy policy after the company began to show a popup to users asking them to ...

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Realme Pad X, Watch 3, Buds Air 3 Neo, More to Launch in India Today at 12pm: How to Watch Livestream

Realme has scheduled a digital launch event to take place today at 12pm. During the event, the company will unveil the Realme Watch 3, Pad X, Flat Monitor, Buds Wireless 2S, Buds Air 3 Neo, Realme Smart Keyboard, and Realme Pencil.

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11 of the best heatwave movies and where to watch them now

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There’s something about heat waves that puts everyone on edge. The whole energy of a city changes as temperatures rise. As the climate continues to change globally, we’re seeing more and more heatwaves in unlikely places. If you like to turn to art to make sense of the world, there’s a long history of heat wave movies depicting the (excuse the pun) heated temperaments and short fuses that tend to emerge.

Check out: The best original streaming movies on every platform

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Android 13 Beta 4.1 for Pixel fixes some bugs

• The latest version of the Android 13 beta for supported Pixel phones is now rolling out.
• Android 13 Beta 4.1 fixes a few connectivity bugs.
• The final version of the mobile OS is still due for launch sometime in August.

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We are getting closer and closer to the final version of Android 13. Today, Google started rolling out Android 13 Beta 4.1 to the supported Pixel phones in its beta testing program. According to Droid Life, this is a pretty minor update as it fixes a few bugs that are related to connectivity issues. That includes solving problems with connecting apps to Bluetooth, fixing crashes when Pixels connect to certain Wi-Fi networks, and more. There are no new features mentioned in this update.

Read more: How to install the Android 13 beta

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50 of of the best TV deals you can get

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Whether it’s to have a family movie night or it’s to enjoy your favorite weekly TV show, having a nice TV can make all the difference. Unfortunately, it can be hard to try to sift through all the deals and choices when you’re in the market for a new home entertainment addition.

Related: Android TV buyer’s guide

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Future Nokia phone cameras won’t have Zeiss optics

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• HMD Global has confirmed that future smartphones with the Nokia brand will no longer have camera hardware provided by Zeiss.
• The partnership actually ended in 2021, but was made official today in a statement.
• Zeiss is currently partnering with Vivo for its smartphone cameras.

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One of the biggest smartphone camera partnerships has come to a close. In a statement sent to Nokiamob, HMD Global confirmed that it has ended its long-running partnership with camera company Zeiss to provide optical hardware for its Nokia branded phones.

The statement said the partnership between the two companies actually ended in 2021. That means the Nokia XR20 phone was the last from HMD Global with Zeiss lens hardware inside.  HMD Global did not offer any reasons why its collaboration with Zeiss has ended. If we had to take a guess, Nokia could be looking to cut costs by removing Zeiss licensing from the picture — though that’s obviously just speculation at this point.

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Up to $1,400 off business laptops, and more of the best HP laptop deals

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HP, or Hewlett-Packard, has been a top name in the computer game since laptops became popular. The company helped lead the charge in bringing affordable computers to the masses. Of course, there are so many HP laptops now that it can be tough to find the right one.

HP is currently holding a weekly sale right now, so we’ve come up with a list of the best HP laptop deals to help you make your pick.

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Synology built a Wi-Fi router for the connected home, and I love it

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When it comes to Wi-Fi routers, there are two types of users: those who stick to their ISP-provided device and those who want something with a bit more. That second group usually looks for more speed, reliability, and extra security. So, it is no surprise that the maker of some of the best Network-Attached-Storage devices, Synology, has exactly those three verticals in its sight with its second foray into routers.

The Synology RT6600AX builds on the legacy of the company’s NAS devices and brings much of that learning to the wireless networking space. I spent a month testing out the Synology RT6600AX router instead of my overkill business-grade Wi-Fi solution just to see if spiffy software and an extra band can trounce my recently completed network overhaul. The results were interesting, to say the least.

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How to zoom out on an Apple Watch

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Your Apple Watch may offer less real estate than a smartphone, but it can still bring plenty of information into view with zoom. However, if you find your device stuck zoomed-in, follow our easy directions to zoom back out.

Read more: The best smartwatches you can buy

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