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Google has announced that it’s releasing the latest preview build of its next Android version,Android 14Beta 1. Unlike the two developer previews before it, you can easily install this release by joining the Android beta program with your Pixel phone. With the first beta now available, Google’s schedule sees three more beta launches until the final release sometime after July. Google is still tight-lipped about new features in Android 14 Beta 1, but we’re sure that experts like Mishaal Rahman will dig up tons of yet-to-be-announced capabilities in this Android 14 version....

Android 14 has officially entered the last stage of its development with today’sBeta 3 releasebringing the program to its Platform Stability milestone. This means developers can get serious about updating their apps for the new version, as APIs and other app-facing features have been finalized. But from an end-user standpoint, Beta 3 also marks another major improvement:Android 14’s new lock screen customization optionsare live. First announced at I/O 2023 andspotted live in Beta 3 by Mishaal Rahman, the new options bring the Pixel’s lock screen customization game up to par with the likes of Samsung Galaxy devices and iPhones....

After two months of developer previews, Google has finally releasedAndroid 15 Beta 1. While the beta usually offers more user-facing changes, Google is still pretty light on details with this build, giving us only a few more details on what we can expect. Instead, the company is pointing toGoogle I/Ofor more details, which will take place on May 14 this year, basically confirming that this is when we will get the second beta with more features....

Summary One of the most satisfying parts ofAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsis completely customizing an island to suit a specific aesthetic. Throughout the game, players are able to acquire a wide array of furniture, including tables, beds, and more, to kit out their homes, but only recently have some players discovered the true function of one of these decorative items: the pet bed. The pet bed looks like a little basket with a toy and would be perfect for a small furry companion and many assumed it was purely decorative, putting the likes of a puppy plushie next to it to create the feeling of having a pet, but the true purpose of the pet bed was largely a mystery for one Redditor,Lymairoz, until they were paid a visit by one of the island’s villagers, Goldie....

Audible is a pretty nifty app, and signing up for a membership gives you access to several top-rated audiobooks across genres and authors. However, if you decide that the subscription is not working for you, canceling it is easy. The best part is that you can do this on any device, whether it’s anew Samsung phone, an iPhone, or your laptop. Canceling your Audible subscription through the Audible app on an Android device If you have an Android device and are looking to cancel your subscription, here’s what you’ll do:...

It’s extremely easy and affordable to make your home smarter these days — especially with discounted bundle kits like this one from Wyze. It includes aGoogle Nest Hub (2nd gen), which we named the Editor’s Choice pick in our roundup of thebest Google Assistant smart displays, and a 4-pack of Wyze Bulb Colors, all for just $80. That’s cheaper than you’ll find the Nest Hub alone just about anywhere, plus you get 4 colored smart bulbs to help automate your lighting....

As if Amazon’s October Prime Day Sale wasn’t enough to keep us excited over the weekend, Best Buy is stepping into the fold with a savings event of its own to hype us up even more. Starting today, Best Buy is kicking off it’s weekend longSamsung Savings Event, a Samsung-focused deals extravaganza that offers savings on the brands top products including phones, 4K TVs, tablets, smartwatches, and even appliances. The event, which starts today and goes through Sunday, October 8, gets the jump on Amazon’sPrime Big Deals Daysscheduled for next Tuesday, October 10, with a flurry of discounts on Samsung’s best devices....

Dolby Atmos is nearly a decade old, and AV manufacturers arestillfinding new ways to integrate it into thebest soundbars, smart TVs,great streaming devices, and other home theater components. If you’ve never heard an Atmos system before, it goes beyond traditional surround sound by way of three-dimensional sound. This mean you can hear in-movie sounds like helicopters directly overhead, dinosaurs behind you, and other immersive audio effects. While a true Dolby Atmos system involves numerous speakers, subwoofers, an AV receiver, and a bunch of wires, you can get away with Atmos virtualization by way of a soundbar or premium pair of speakers....

Chrome 102 wants to make you a more informed shopper Google added aslew of shopping featuresto its browser last year, making it easy to continue browsing stores right where you left off and connect loyalty programs to your Google account. Now, the company is looking to expand this functionality by providing clearer details about unknown stores’ trustworthiness, leveraging Google user ratings right inside the browser. One of our tipsters spotted an unfamiliar popup below the address bar when he visited a new online shop on Chrome Dev 102, asking them if they wanted to see store reviews....

Quick Links Connectionsrequires players to find the connections between 16 words, and place them in four groups of four. If you want some help, we have the solution to Connections for August 02, 2025, along with hints to help you solve it yourself. SPOILERS AHEAD (CLUES) Category Clues for Today’s Connections (#337) Today, as every day, you need to split the 16 words that make up the Connections puzzle grid into four groups of four based on specific categories....

Our Daily POP Crossword August 18, 2025 answers guide should help you finish today’s crossword if you’ve found yourself stuck on a crossword clue. The Daily POP Crosswords is a daily puzzle game that challenges players to fill in the blanks of a crossword puzzle with words and phrases related to pop culture. Players can test their knowledge of current events, movies, music, and more while enjoying a classic word game format....

Our Daily Themed Crossword Hints for June 16, 2025 puzzle will help you move through the grid if you’ve found yourself stuck on a clue. The Daily Themed Mini Crossword is a fun and challenging puzzle that is published daily. It features a small grid with clues for each word, which must be filled in to complete the puzzle. The puzzles are based on a theme, which can range from pop culture to history, geography, and more....

Microsoft Office 2021 Professional Microsoft’s suite of products get used by so many people on a daily basis. This one-time fee scores you lifetime access to Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more all for just $30. There’s a Mac and Windows version available, so be sure to check them out now. If you haven’t scooped up your copy ofMicrosoft Officeat its lowest price ever yet, just know your chance is ending soon....