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This week we reviewed the HTCU Ultra, HUAWEI Watch 2, and Samsung Galaxy Tab S3, and we talked a lot about Android O. Here’s the news of the week!

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Everything new in Android O: features and changes The first Android O developer preview is here. We’ve compiled the ultimate guide to what’s new in Android O and what’s coming up in Android 8.0.

HTC U Ultra review With a unique design and a secondary display, does the latest HTCflagship have what it takes? Find out, in our HTCU Ultra review!

HUAWEI Watch 2 review Is HUAWEI able to capture the magic once again with their second smartwatch and foray into Android Wear 2.0? We find out, in our HUAWEI Watch 2 review!

Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 review Does Samsung’s latest high-end tablet have what it takes to warrant the steep price tag? Find out in our full Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 review!

Check out our Diving into Android O series Looking for even more Android O goodies? Be sure to check out our Diving into Android O series for all the details!

Super Mario Run is now live on Google Play Super Mario Run just launched on the Google Play Store, a full day earlier than originally anticipated. Go download it now and let us know what you think!

Samsung announces Bixby, promises to revolutionize phone interaction Smartphones are becoming too complicated for their own good, so Samsung wants to change them fundamentally with the launch of Bixby, its long-rumored digital assistant.

The not-so-secret weapon in Samsung flagships There’s one not-so-secret weapon that the Galaxy S8 will surely have that no other phones can come close to offering. And that’s none other than Samsung Pay.

Why Google Hangouts is irreplaceable to me Google is introducing Hangouts Chat and Hangouts Meet, plus shutting down the Hangouts API. Do I need to be worried that Hangouts is on the chopping block?

HUAWEI P10 Lite hands-on The HUAWEI P10 Lite follows the same design of preview Lite series phones but delivers the same software experience of the flagship P10 – for €300 less.

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• Google officially announces Android O, Developer Preview images live now
• Google Plans to remove SMS support in Hangouts on May 22
• Google Pixel Bluetooth problem reportedly fixed in server-side update
• Android 7.1.2 beta 2 finally brings notification fingerprint gesture support to Nexus 6P
• Here’s a look at some of the cool new emoji coming in the June update
• Samsung Pay launches in India: everything you need to know
• Qualcomm 205 Mobile Platform brings 4G to entry-level handsets
• The Misfit Vapor is arriving late summer with Android Wear 2.0
• Even more Galaxy S8 leaks: batteries, US branding, and a gold version!
• Google Maps will soon roll out location sharing features worldwide
• OnePlus 3T is getting a new Midnight Black color option for a limited time
• HUAWEI reportedly in talks with AT&T over US smartphone distribution
• Link Bubble being retired from Google Play, but it’s not dead yet
• HUAWEI Mate 9 receives Amazon Alexa update, but there’s a twist
• Samsung announces the Gear S3 Classic LTE and some cool new concept watches
• Google Allo, Duo, Photos, and Search all receiving updates today
• Browse through your recent Google searches with this new timeline view
• Google says Android security update speeds should get better in 2017
• Google Talk in Gmail to shut down services on June 26

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