While the “iPhone vs. Android” debate that fanboys perpetuate across the internet is tiresome and pointless, there are good reasons for rational people to compare the two mobile platforms. Android has many benefits over iOS just as iOS is better than Android in some ways, and comparing the two operating systems might help people make more informed decisions when it comes time to buy a new smartphone. For example, if you prioritize versatility and flexibility, Android is almost certainly the way to go. On the other hand, if you value simplicity and a smooth overall user experience, one of Apple’s iPhones might be a better choice… most of the time.

For whatever reason, Google and its partners just can’t seem to figure out how to perfect scrolling physics the way Apple has in iOS. Android’s physics is still so janky and unnatural compared to the smoothness of iOS. It might seem trivial, but stop for a moment and think about all the scrolling you do on home screens and in the various apps you use on your phone — you probably scroll around way more than you think. While iOS has always been superior in this area, some iPhone users have experienced problems in this area that make scrolling and transition animations much less smooth. Some refer to the issue as “frame drops” while others refer to it as stuttering, but the bottom line is that it’s a very real issue that negatively impacts the user experience and people have been frustrated by it for a long time now. If you count yourself among the users who are affected, however, we have some good news.

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Someone might’ve finally figured out how to fix the frame drop problem on iPhones originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 15:30:33 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Okay seriously, we have no idea how Amazon managed to slash the price of this TV so low, but we strongly urge any of our readers who might be looking for a new TV to take advantage before the retailer comes to its senses. The TCL 75S425 75 Inch 4K UHD Smart Roku TV is already an incredible bargain at $1,300, offering a massive high-quality display and built-in Roku software for much less that what you’ll pay for bigger brand TVs. Right now, however, it’s somehow on sale for just $799.99, which is pretty much insane!

TCL 75S425 75 Inch 4K UHD Smart Roku TV (2019): $799.99

Here’s what you need to know from the product page:

• Dimensions (W x H x D): TV without stand: 66. 1 X 38 X 3. 5 inches, TV with stand: 66. 1 X 40. 7 X 15. 9 inches
• Smart functionality offers access to thousands of streaming channels featuring more than 500, 000 movies and TV episodes via Roku TV
• Pairs 4K Ultra HD picture clarity with the contrast, color, and detail of Dolby Vision high dynamic range (HDR) for the most lifelike picture
• Led backlighting with local dimming contrast control zones produce deep blacks and excellent picture quality
• Inputs: 3 HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2 (one with HDMI ARC), 1 USB (media player), RF, Composite, Headphone Jack, Optical Audio Out, Ethernet
• Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant

TCL 75S425 75 Inch 4K UHD Smart Roku TV (2019): $799.99

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How on Earth is this 75-inch 4K TV with Roku down to $799.99? originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 15:01:19 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Yesterday’s roundup was packed full of eight paid iPhone and iPad apps that were on sale for free for a limited time, and there are actually still a few freebies in there if you missed it. We’ve got a fresh roundup for you on Friday though, so scroll through all the apps below before these sales end.

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6 paid iPhone apps on sale for free on September 6th originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 14:36:51 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds have a whole lot going for them. The sound great and they’re wonderfully compact, but the big news here pertains to battery life. Despite how small they are, they last for a whopping 9 hours of playback on a single charge — that’s double Apple’s newest AirPods! The included battery case packs another 36 hours of battery life, and if you do happen to run them down, the buds charge from 0% to full in just 30 minutes. They’re awesome, and they’re somehow $30 less than AirPods.

Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds for iPhone or for Android (Black): $129.95

Here’s more info from the product page:

• Incredible Battery life – Up to 9 playback hours from a single charge. 36 hours additional charge – Carry case holds an extra 4 full charges. Charge headphones from empty to full in just 30 minutes.
• Stunning sound quality – Graphene driver diaphragms deliver a superior listening experience with deep bass & clear treble.
• Super Lightweight – Only 4.6g each, with a choice of silicon and memory foam earphone tips.
• Bluetooth 5.0 – Superior connection with no drops in signal. Support for SBC, AAC and aptX to deliver up to CD-quality audio.
• 1-year warranty if sold from an authorized retailer.

Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 Wireless Bluetooth Earbuds for iPhone or for Android (Black): $129.95

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These true wireless earbuds have a better design than Apple’s AirPods – and twice the battery life originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 14:11:56 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A couple of days ago, Google added some handy new features to its Google Maps apps for Android and iPhone, including Street View support (Android) and weather information (iPhone). But the company is looking to add a bunch of other tricks to Google Maps that should further improve your commuting experience. Whether you’re driving to work or using public transportation, these new features will undoubtedly come in handy. We’re looking at support for more Waze-like incident reports, as well as the ability to save preferred public transit options for quick access.

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1. Anker’s soda can-sized portable projector is down to its lowest price in Amazon’s one-day blowout sale
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Google is about to make Google Maps more like Waze originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 13:46:47 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Do you have a Nintendo Switch? Do you love Mario? Boy oh boy do we have some fantastic news for you: not one… not two… not three, or five, or even eight… but a whopping 10 different Mario games are discounted right now on Amazon! Discounts range from a measly $2 off the hot new Super Mario Maker 2 to $10 off games like New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe and Super Mario Party, or even a whopping $30 off the incredibly underrated Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. There’s even a limited-time deal that saves you $10 when you preorder Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games: Tokyo 2020!

Super Mario Maker 2 – Nintendo Switch: $57.81

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle – Nintendo Switch Standard Edition: $29.00

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe – Nintendo Switch: $49.94

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Nintendo Switch: $49.68

Super Mario Party: $49.94

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: $49.94

Mario Tennis Aces – Nintendo Switch: $49.50

Super Mario Odyssey: Starter Pack – Nintendo Switch: $49.49

Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker – Nintendo Switch [Digital Code]: $39.99

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games: Tokyo 2020 – Nintendo Switch: $49.94

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2. Get a gorgeous frameless PC monitor on Amazon for under $100

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10 different Mario games for Nintendo Switch are discounted right now originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 13:21:35 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you thought that the long delay might deter consumers from buying the Galaxy Fold, you were mistaken. According to The Korea Herald, Samsung on Friday said that the initial batch of Galaxy Fold units sold out as soon as they went on sale in South Korea this week. Samsung didn’t provide any hard numbers, but industry sources tell the Herald that the first round of preorders through the country’s three major carriers is likely only around 1,000.

As the Herald notes, this estimated figure does not include phones sold directly by Samsung online or in retail stores, so the number is almost certainly higher, though there’s no way to know how much higher.

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1. Today’s best deals: Free Amazon Prime membership, AA and AAA battery blowout, $40 ANC headphones, $200 off Roomba 960, more
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The Galaxy Fold sold out in one day in South Korea, but that might be less impressive than it sounds originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 12:56:33 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You know how sometimes you see something in someone’s house and the design is so sleek that you immediately know it’s high-end and priced way out of your reach? Well I thought that was exactly what I thought happened when I saw the AOC 22V2H 22″ Full HD Ultra-Slim Frameless IPS Monitor on a desk in a friend’s home office. I decided to ask about it though because the bezel-less design is so awesome, and I was pleasantly surprised. Not only is it reasonably priced, it’s shockingly affordable at less than $100 on Amazon!

AOC 22V2H 22″ Full HD 1920×1080 Ultra-Slim Monitor, Frameless IPS, 5ms, 75Hz, FreeSync, Flicker…: $96.99

Here’s the scoop from the product page:

• 21.5” with 1920×1080 Full HD resolution at 75Hz refresh rate
• IPS panel for wide-viewing angles without color loss
• Rapid 5ms Response Time
• VGA and HDMI 1.4 connections
• No stuttering or tearing with AMD FreeSync Technology
• Sleek, slim, frameless design with tilt adjustability
• FlickerFree and AOC LowBlue Mode Technology

AOC 22V2H 22″ Full HD 1920×1080 Ultra-Slim Monitor, Frameless IPS, 5ms, 75Hz, FreeSync, Flicker…: $96.99

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Get a gorgeous frameless PC monitor on Amazon for under $100 originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 12:31:23 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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A few days ago, an insider explained why there was no reason to get excited about rumors surrounding a secret Sony-Disney deal for Spider-Man, as there simply wasn’t any way it could happen as rumors describes. The news that Spider-Man was leaving the MCU came just a few weeks ago, right before Disney’s D23 Expo event and the extended Labor Day weekend. But we’ve got even more bad news for fans who were still expecting Sony and Disney to reach some sort of new compromise over Spider-Man. It’s not going to happen anytime soon because “the door is closed” for now. The news comes directly from Sony’s CEO, who said as much in a recent interview.

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Sony Pictures CEO says ‘the door is closed’ on a new deal that would bring Spider-Man back to the MCU originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 12:06:04 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Portable projectors are awesome because they let you beam the picture from your smartphone, tablet, or even a video game console onto any flat surface. What is decidedly less awesome, however, is the fact that high-quality portable projectors are always quite expensive. That’s why today’s Gold Box deal on Amazon is so great — it offers big discounts on three different portable projectors from top-selling brand Anker, including two different versions of the company’s soda-can sized projector with built-in 360-degree sound. The $580 Nebula Capsule II Smart Mini Projector is down to $412.49 today only, while the original Nebula Capsule can be had for $223.99 instead of $350. The Nebula Prizm II is down to an all-time low of $172.49, and you can even get a $30 Nebula Capsule Series Adjustable Tripod Stand for $19.99. These prices are only good until the end of the day though, so hurry up or you’ll miss out.

Nebula Capsule II

• Radiant Viewing: Cutting-edge DLP technology creates a stunning 720p, 200 ANSI lumen image up to 100” in size. Ideal for use in low-light environments.
• Immersive Audio: Premium Scan-Speak transducers reproduce every moment in pulse-pounding clarity for all to hear.
• Android TV 9.0: Unleash a universe of entertainment possibilities with Android TV. Personalize your Capsule II experience with over 3,600 apps, including YouTube, Hulu, Twitch, and more.
• Instant Clarity: Enjoy a razor-sharp, high-definition image in under a second with Capsule II’s proprietary autofocus technology.
• Note: To use Netflix and Prime Video, please download the Nebula Manager app from Google Play. Use the Nebula Connect app on your phone to control Netflix. Chromecast DOES NOT support Netflix content.

Nebula Capsule II Smart Mini Projector, by Anker, Palm-Sized 200 ANSI Lumen 720p HD Portable Pr…: $412.49

Nebula Capsule

• Remarkable clarity and contrast: dlp’s advanced in tell I bright algorithms deliver remarkably bright (100 ANSI Lumens), vivid picture up to 100 inches big. Recommended for use in dimmer environments
• 360° speaker: equipped with a powerful omnidirectional speaker to pump out sound in every direction
• Super portable: A seamless aluminum body ensures greater durability and a meager 15 oz Weight to effortlessly go wherever you do
• Android 7.1: Run streaming and media apps flawlessly. Seamlessly display content from Netflix, YouTube, and more for endless entertainment
• Note: Copyrighted content from Hulu, Netflix, and similar services can not be mirrored or screencast. Download and use the apps directly through capsule to view Copyrighted content from these providers. Chromecast is not supported

Nebula Capsule, by Anker, Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector, Red, 100 ANSI Lumen Portable Projector, 3…: $223.99

Nebula Prizm II

• Full HD: See every detail of your favorite movies and shows in crisp full HD 1080p up to 120 inches big (Recommended for use in low-light environments).
• Cinematic Sound: Dual drivers fill the entire room with deep, immersive audio and driving bass.
• View at an Angle: Horizontal and vertical keystone correction ensures a clear, rectangular image even when the video projector is at an angle.
• Plug and Play: Connect and enjoy content from almost any device, including Fire TV Stick, Chromecast, Roku, Xbox One, and PS4 via HDMI or USB Lightning cable.
• Entertainment That Lasts: Enjoy decades of worry-free entertainment thanks to the movie projector’ s 30, 000-hour LED bulb lifespan.

Nebula by Anker Prizm II 200 ANSI Lumens Full HD 1080p LED Multimedia Projector, 40 to 120 Inch…: $172.49

Nebula Capsule Series Adjustable Tripod Stand

• Super Compact and Portable: Weighing only 9.5 oz, your stand reduces to a mere 10.2 in to easily go anywhere.
• Easy Set Up: Ready to use in less than a minute. Just unfold the tripod legs, mount your projector, and find the perfect angle.
• Remarkably Stable: Tripod design supports a maximum of 5 kg, even at its full 15.7 in height.
• Adjustable Viewing: A swivel ball head provides full 360° rotation and up to 180° tilt to deliver the perfect viewing angle.
• What’s In The Box: Nebula Capsule Adjustable Tripod Stand, 3 mm wrench, user manual, carry bag, our worry-free 12-month warranty and friendly customer service.

Nebula Capsule Series Adjustable Tripod Stand, Compact, Aluminum Alloy Portable Projector Stand…: $19.99

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Anker’s soda can-sized portable projector is down to its lowest price in Amazon’s one-day blowout sale originally appeared on BGR.com on Fri, 6 Sep 2019 at 11:41:58 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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