I had very high hopes when I took delivery of my Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL review units, and at first it seemed like they delivered. While neither model features a truly modern “all-screen” design, the Pixel 3 XL at least came closer than any other Pixel phone that came before it. The design of the XL model was otherwise gorgeous though, and the true appeal of Pixel phones is always software. Google’s “pure” Android experience is unencumbered by vendor UI layers and unnecessary or unwanted apps. The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are fast and powerful, and they’re a pleasure to use for the most part. Unfortunately, a wave of bugs and other issues caused a bunch of headaches for early adopters, and users are still waiting for fixes to most of the Pixel 3’s problems. Long story short, the Pixel 3 has been a disappointment so far.

Thankfully, the Android market is nothing like the iPhone market so users have plenty of other options to choose from. And if you ask me, the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL wouldn’t even be the best Android phones of the year even if they launched without a single bug. That designation goes to the newly launched OnePlus 6T, and it just went on sale today in a stunning new color that’s unlike anything else out there in the US right now.

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The Thunder Purple OnePlus 6T is probably my favorite Android phone of 2018 originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Nov 2018 at 09:32:19 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you’ve ever searched Amazon for bed pillows, you know how many options there are. Hundreds, and hundreds, and hundreds. That’s why when a pillow gets a coveted “Amazon’s choice” designation, you know beyond a shadow of a doubt that it’s the real deal. And if for some reason that’s not enough to convince you that Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillows are fantastic, check out the 3,200+ 5-star reviews they have on Amazon. At an all-time low of $29.99 for a two-pack, these pillows can’t be beat.

Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow (2-Pack) – Luxury Plush Gel Pillow – Dust Mite Resistant &…: $29.99

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

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• SUPER PLUSH MATERIAL – The Beckham Luxury Linens Gel-Filled Fiber Pillows are crafted in super plush gel fiber that puts all other standard pillows to shame! They are expertly tailored to ensure maximum comfort for any and all sleeping positions.
• NO-SHIFT CONSTRUCTION – With their no-shift construction, our pillows are a fantastic place to rest your head. They’re stylish, luxurious, and incredibly comfortable. You’ll fall asleep fast, and stay asleep!
• DUST MITE, MOLD & MILDEW RESISTANT– Our pillows are dust mite, mold, and mildew resistant! Additionally, they are completely allergen and chemical free. They are the perfect choice for those suffering from asthma, allergies, and other respiratory issues.
• FADE RESISTANT & STAIN RESISTANT – The Beckham Luxury Linens Gel-Filled Fiber Pillows are fade resistant and stain resistant, so you’ll never have to worry! Our pillows are machine washable, and will always feel and look like new!
• SATISFACTION GUARANTEED – We are so confident in the quality of our product that we offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee! If you are unsatisfied, simply contact us to return the product for a full refund.

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These $15 pillows on Amazon have more than 3,200 5-star reviews originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Nov 2018 at 09:09:43 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If there’s one thing Android users love, it’s the notch. That’s why diehard Android fans were so excited when just about every smartphone maker on the planet decided to copy Apple’s iPhone X design earlier this year.

Just in case it wasn’t clear, we’re being sarcastic and hardcore Android fans have historically hated the notch. Apple wasn’t the first smartphone maker to cut a notch out of its display, of course, but it was the first to use the notch design seen on the iPhone X. And of course that’s the design every Android phone company decided to copy, for obvious reasons — if Apple does something, they have to do it too. The worst part is they copied the design for no practical reason. Apple only needs such a large notch because of all the components in the TrueDepth camera system. Android phones don’t have complex 3D face scanning features, so all along they could have been using a much better and smaller notch design like the one on the OnePlus 6T. But hey, then they wouldn’t be copying Apple!

Of course, some companies aren’t content with just copying Apple, and on Thursday Sharp decided to turn things up a notch. Sadly, pun intended.

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It’s finally here: This is the ugliest smartphone in the history of smartphones originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Nov 2018 at 08:46:28 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you want true wireless earbuds but you don’t want to spend over $150 on AirPods or even more on our favorite cord-free earphones, the Master & Dynamic MW07, then Amazon has a deal for you today that you’re not going to want to miss. The Mpow TWS Wireless Earbuds normally retail for $55, and they’re worth every penny thanks to great sound quality and solid battery life. Right now ahead of Black Friday 2018, however, you can snag them at an all-time low of just $36.99!

Mpow Wireless Earbuds, TWS Bluetooth Headphone, True Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth 5.0 Headset, M…: $36.99

Here’s more info from the product page:

• TRUELY WIRELESS & EASY PAIRING — No more wires. Just pick out the TWS earbuds form the charging case and they will turn into pairing mode automatically. Put them in your ears and they connect instantly after one-tap setup. Enjoy complete freedom of wireless
• CHARGE ON THE GO — Mpow T2 wireless earbuds delivers 3 hours of listening time on one charge. And they’re made to keep up with you, thanks to a charging case that holds 4-5 times additional charges for more than 15 hours of listening time
• CLEAR SOUND QUALITY — Featuring Bluetooth 5.0 technology and built-in high-resolution microphone, T2 provide rich, high-quality audio and helps you be heard clearly- make calls or talk to Siri
• STAYS COMFORTABLE. STAYS PUT — Mpow T2 Bluetooth wireless earbuds are designed for comfort and stability. Get your favourable fit with three pair distinctive sizes ear tips
• SWITCHABLE BETWEEN SINGLE AND TWIN MODE — Can be used as one single earbud for keeping an ear open to the traffics, or leave another earbud for charging; or used as a pair to enjoy stereo music or to isolate ambient noises

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Mpow’s top-rated true wireless headphones are down to $37 in this early Black Friday sale originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Nov 2018 at 08:23:56 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple isn’t known for delivering spectacular Black Friday or Cyber Monday deals, but its products still are highly coveted Christmas gifts, which is why plenty of other retailers run various sales on Apple gear every Black Friday season. But Apple does post a holiday gift guide every season, a few days before Black Friday starts, and the company just listed its 2018 guide.

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Apple just posted its 2018 holiday gift guide, but you won’t find any Black Friday deals originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Nov 2018 at 07:58:13 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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With exactly one week to go until Thanksgiving Day and a week and a day before Black Friday 2018 actually arrives, the sale to end all sales just kicked off on Amazon. Today, for one day only, Amazon is offering wonderfully deep discounts on 14 different refurbished Philips Hue smart lighting products. That’s right, fourteen! We’ve got everything from $25 A19 color bulbs and $29 color floods to a $45 LightStrip Plus and $31 for a 4-pack of A19 white bulbs. Those prices are all basically half off if you compare them to full retail, and they’re good for one day only… though we fully expect several of these deals to sell out since Amazon only has a limited supply of refurbs.

Shop the full sale right here on Amazon’s website, or check out a few of our favorite deals below.

Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance 3rd Generation A19 10W Equivalent Dimmable LED Smart Bulb…: $41.99

Philips Hue LightStrip Plus Dimmable LED Smart Light (Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeK…: $64.95

Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance BR30 60W Equivalent Dimmable LED Smart Flood Light (Newest…: $41.95

Philips Hue White A19 4-Pack 60W Equivalent Dimmable LED Smart Bulb (Compatible with Amazon Ale…: $43.99

Philips Hue White A19 2-Pack 60W Equivalent Dimmable LED Smart Bulb (Compatible with Amazon Ale…: $24.95

Philips Hue White Ambiance Smart Bulb Starter Kit (4 A19 Bulbs and 1 Hub Compatible with Alexa…: $109.99

Philips Hue 464479 60W Equivalent White and Color Ambiance A19 Starter Kit, 3rd Generation, Wor…: $129.99

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Philips Hue is having an early Black Friday blowout sale on Amazon, today only originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Nov 2018 at 07:27:38 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When it unveiled the Pixel 3 phones about a month ago, Google dedicated a whole segment of the presentation to the camera experience. That was entirely expected, considering that previous Pixel cameras received many praises. Google even took some shots at the competition when introducing a new low-light camera mode called Night Sight, showing image samples that showed how much better the Pixel 3 is compared to the iPhone. The problem with the feature was that Google needed more time to have it ready for buyers, so the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL shipped without Night Sight support. However, all that changes right now, as Google issued an update for the Pixel phones that enables the feature.

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The Pixel 3 camera mode you’ve been waiting for is finally rolling out to all Pixels originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Nov 2018 at 06:50:09 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The day after she learned that Instagram co-founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger were abruptly leaving the company, Bailey Richardson decided the time had come.

Like almost 70 percent of Americans who’ve ever ditched or taken a break from social media (according to Pew Research Center data) she’d become disillusioned with Instagram — the posing, the status seeking, and her own general lack of feeling good when using it. Writing to her 20,000 followers on the service in one final post, she noted simply that the time had come to say goodbye, and “Thanks for all the kindnesses over the years.”

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Early Instagram employee: The app is like ‘a drug that doesn’t get us high anymore’ originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 14 Nov 2018 at 23:07:53 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Lately, a lot of the exoplanets discovered by astronomers have been incredibly far away. Spotting planets at a huge distance is still important, and every new planet researchers are able to detect adds to our knowledge of the universe and nature itself, but most of them are so distant that we’ll likely never actually visit them.

A recent almost-discovery of so-called “super Earth” could change that. Astronomers have spotted what they believe is evidence of a massive, rocky world over three times the size of Earth, but the most exciting thing about it is that it’s only around six light years away.

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Astronomers may have just spotted a ‘super Earth,’ and it’s not far away originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 14 Nov 2018 at 22:05:46 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The US saw a bit of a cool down in the third quarter when it comes to the shipment of smart speakers like Amazon’s popular Alexa-powered devices. But new data out from Strategy Analytics tells a different story — or, rather, adds another dimension to the smart speaker market picture. Outside the US, smart speaker shipments are actually red-hot at the moment. Indeed, global shipments hit a record high in the third quarter, putting the market on track to top 100 million units in use by the end of this year.

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Global smart speaker shipments hit an all-time high, with Amazon in the lead originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 14 Nov 2018 at 21:03:53 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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