LineageOS 22.1, based on Android 15, is already available for over 100 devices

LineageOS 22.1 arrives with two new apps and a new plan to tackle Android's fresh rollout schedule.

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OnePlus could be readying a Watch 3 and Watch 3 Pro with new health features

An APK teardown of the OHealth app reveals a new slate of fitness and health features that could arrive on the OnePlus Watch 3.

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Android Central's Best of 2024: Chromebooks and tablets

Here are the winners for the Best Android Chromebook and Tablet for 2024!

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Android Central's Best of 2024: Best XR, Smart Glasses, and Games

Here are all the winners for best VR headsets, smart glasses, and VR games of the year!

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Samsung's working on a cheap Galaxy Z Flip and a surprise for the Watch 8

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 FE and Galaxy Watch 8 Classic have passed through the GSMA database. This gives a pretty good indication of what could be announced in the summer of 2025.

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Samsung's Galaxy S25 series could borrow this safety feature from Apple and Google

The same car crash sensor found on the Galaxy S24 series is coming to the Galaxy S25 series — but will it finally work?

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Google plans to expand Gemini even further in 2025

During its "2025 strategy meeting," some of Google's plans for the coming year were shared. The TLDR is: expect a lot more Gemini and expect it soon.

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The latest OnePlus Open 2 leaks paint a beautiful picture

The latest crop of OnePlus Open 2 leaks have landed, suggesting that some pretty massive upgrades are on the way. If true, we can't wait to get this beast in our hands.

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Android Central's Best of 2024: Smartwatches, Smart Rings, and Fitness Trackers

Here are all the winners for Best Smartwatch, Smart Ring, and Fitness Tracker for 2024!

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Android Central's Best of 2024: Phones

Here are the winners for the Best Android phone (in various categories) for 2024!

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What we expect from Wear OS smartwatches in 2025

We already know what to expect from Android smartwatches in 2025, from a major hardware upgrade to an inevitable AI focus. Let's run through the list!

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How to create AI-generated images on a Motorola phone using Magic Canvas

Magic Canvas is a Moto AI feature that lets users create AI-generated images they can use as wallpapers.

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News Weekly: Apple runs to Google's side, exclusive OnePlus 13 design details, Samsung's foldable woes, and more

This week, Apple is sticking up for Google against the DOJ, we interviewed a OnePlus exec about the OnePlus 13 design, Samsung may be lowering its foldable shipments in 2025, and more.

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A bad update is turning Meta Quest headsets into paperweights, but a solution is coming

Meta Quest update v72 is bricking some headsets, but Meta is working on a solution for affected customers.

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One UI 7 is putting you in charge of blocking unwanted notifications

Notification changes are coming to Samsung phones with One UI 7.

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This One UI 7 feature might make you want to only use Samsung devices

Camera Continuity is a new feature found within One UI 7, and aims to make it even easier to work with photos and documents from your phone on your other Samsung devices.

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Here's another glimpse at what the Galaxy S25 probably looks like

Samsung hasn't even announced when Galaxy Unpacked will take place, but that hasn't stopped more Galaxy S25 leaks from springing. The latest of which comes courtesy of Dbrand, giving us a look at the back designs.

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Christmas is over, but this Boxing Day deal might give you up to $750 OFF the Galaxy Z Flip 6 — here's how it works

Interested in the Galaxy Z Flip 6? This after-Christmas deal from Samsung might drop the phone to as low as $349.99.

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RedMagic 9S Pro review: Another gaming phone home run

At $649, the RedMagic 9S Pro offers solid specs, but it comes with some compromises.

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This year was pivotal for VR, but the video game market's decline spells trouble for 2025

The VR industry made huge strides with big name releases in 2024, but the overall video game market is on the decline.

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The North American smartphone market could be headed for a depressing 2025

Smartphones around the world still deliver tons of excitement, but the choices in North America continue to dwindle.

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How to enable Identity Check on a Pixel phone

Identity Check is a new opt-in feature on Pixels that requires a biometric verification whenever you perform sensitive actions away from your trusted places.

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Looks like Ray-Ban Meta AR glasses are getting a visual upgrade

Next year's version of the Ray-Ban Meta glasses are bound to be an upgrade, and a display could be the highlight.

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Google Drive now lets you play videos right after uploading them

Google Drive is tweaking how it handles videos, and it's way better now.

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The OnePlus Open 2 might launch much later than we hoped

Looks like the OnePlus Open 2 might keep us waiting longer than expected.

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Motorola and OnePlus could learn from each other in 2025

Motorola and OnePlus launched some compelling phones in 2024, but they should look to each other if they want to succeed in 2025.

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New Gemini feature likely to make finding things in a PDF a lot easier

Gemini Advanced users running on Android 15 should get beneficial with the new PDF analyzing feature.

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2025 could be very different for Google and Samsung — here's why

Google and Samsung had very different years in 2024, while one succeeded and the other struggled. 2025 will look very different for both companies in a very positive way.

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The Dimensity 8400 is MediaTek's first mid-range chip to go all-in on big CPU cores

The Dimensity 8400 breaks the mold as MediaTek's first mid-range chip to ditch the little CPU cores.

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Google TV sneaks in dozens of new free channels for you to skip over

Google TV wants to be even more binge-worthy with new free channels.

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Here's everything we expect and want from wearables and smartwatches in 2025

I asked two industry analysts and mixed in my own predictions for what 2025 has in store for smartwatches, smart rings, and smart glasses.

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I'm kind of shocked at how good smartwatches have gotten

I tested dozens of smartwatches, trackers, and rings in 2024 — and they were consistently high-quality in a way I'm not used to.

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How to declutter your tech — from someone who has too much of it

Decluttering tech is hard if you've amassed a lot of it over the years. Here's what I did to organize and declutter my tech collection.

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Declutter your online presence to start off fresh for the new year

You can be out there without being too far out there.

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An Android OS preview: Five key trends we expect in 2025

Google is changing how it handles Android releases in 2025, and the broader ecosystem has exciting updates.

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Qualcomm secures key victory despite mistrial, Arm to seek retrial over custom Snapdragon chips

Although it ended in a mistrial, the jury sided with Qualcomm on one of the lawsuit's most important questions.

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The OnePlus 13R's chip seemingly confirmed thanks to an early Amazon listing

One day after OnePlus officially teased the OnePlus 13R, an Amazon listing accidentally went live and revealed key details about the smartphone.

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Act fast! This powerful Garmin smartwatch has dropped to its lowest price EVER during Amazon's Christmas sale

Amazon has slashed $350 off the price of the premium Garmin Epix Pro Gen 2, marking a great deal on a great high-end watch.

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Android doesn't need the Apple ecosystem features the E.U. wants to give it

The European Union wants to help platforms like Android by giving it Apple-exclusive features — but that should give you pause.

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Looking for smart lights? This Nanoleaf starter kit is 37% OFF at Amazon right now, and it'll arrive by Christmas

Simple, straight-line LEDs with limitless possibilities for color and brightness.

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Oura's 2024 Year in Review praises Kiwis and Scandinavia, roasts the U.S. lifestyle

Oura has released its annual Year in Review and its Global Community Data report for 2024. Here's what we learned (spoiler: U.S. users didn't do great).

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Gemini update brings 2.0 Flash Experimental model and Google Home, Photos extensions to iOS app

Google is bringing a handful of Gemini for Android features to the iOS app, including Gemini 2.0 Flash Experimental.

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T-Mobile customers can register now to test its upcoming satellite service with Starlink

T-Mobile began its registration period for its satellite service with Starlink.

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A Jet Black Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra won't age well, but we'll buy it anyway

Every time a tech company releases a deep black colorway, we quickly remember why it's a bad idea.

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Files by Google has a new PDF viewer, and it's ditching Google Drive

Google Files previously used Google Drive for PDF viewing, but it now has a native viewer with streamlined sharing options.

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Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2 is here with our first look at the working Linux Terminal app

Android 15 QPR2 Beta 2 is available now, and with it the March Feature Drop is starting to come into fruition.

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TECNO is using AI and other tricks to address major photography pain points

TECNO unveiled new photography capabilities coming to future devices at its Future Lens 2024 event in China.

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Google launches 'Whisk' for fast AI-generated imagery and updates Veo 2, Imagen 3

Google detailed the launch of its newest AI experiment, Whisk for Labs testers.

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Galaxy S25 Qi2 wireless charging support might not be what you think

Samsung has long been rumored to bring Qi2 support to its flagship phones. However, the approach in 2025 seems slightly different.

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Google tipped to bring MediaTek's modem for the first time through the Pixel 10 series

Google could be far away from launching the Pixel 10 series. While the series is rumored to bring in-house customized SoC, a new report also indicates a MediaTek 5G modem.

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Why don't more smartwatches use this smart ring's seemingly obvious trick?

Ultrahuman is adding a new Smart Alarm feature reminiscent of Fitbit's Smart Wake feature, and I'd love to see it spread to more watches.

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Apple did the bare minimum because it doesn't care about you either

Because Apple and Google won't work together, the FBI says users should switch to a better messenger.

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News Weekly: Android XR announced with a Samsung headset, Gemini 2.0 drops, and the Galaxy S25 may get Qi2... sort of

This week, Google made several announcements, including its new Android XR OS and Gemini 2.0. Plus, new details suggest Qi2 is coming to the Galaxy S25 series.

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New Pixel 9a leak details every last spec of the upcoming mid-range handset

We have been seeing several leaks of the Pixel 9a way ahead of the launch. The latest one, however, hits the nail on the coffin.

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Y'all, Google might be in trouble. Then again, maybe not

Apple finally released iOS 18.2 to the masses, bringing with it a bunch of new AI features. This update also promises major improvements to Apple's Magic Eraser competitor, so we put it to the test.

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I'm convinced — Nothing's CMF Buds Pro 2 are the only budget earbuds worth buying

I used Nothing's CMF Buds Pro 2 for the better part of two months, and I'm convinced these are the best budget earbuds you can buy today.

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Vivo X200 Pro review: Zooming into greatness

Vivo's X200 Pro is now available globally, and it has the best camera package you'll find today.

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Android XR is the most exciting new version of Android in years

Android XR is the first version of Android built with Gemini at its core, delivering new UI experiences to upcoming XR devices.

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Samsung's new One UI 7 beta killed a handy lock screen feature

A helpful lock screen feature got the cold shoulder from Samsung's One UI 7 beta.

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I love Garmin watches, but they could learn a thing or two from Android smartwatches

Even as Samsung and Google play catch-up with Garmin on fitness, Garmin itself could learn a thing or two from Wear OS watches to keep customers happy.

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Google's CEO blasts Microsoft's AI efforts, says 'they're using someone else's models'

Sundar Pichai is extremely confident in Google's AI models, and didn't hold back opinions about one of the company's biggest competitors.

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Gboard's Emoji Kitchen just got a smarter suggestion bar

The latest Gboard beta brings a revamped Emoji Kitchen UI.

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Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus review: Making the same mistakes over and over again

The Redmi Note 14 Pro+ has huge upgrades around the cameras and battery, but the same software issues rear their head again.

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Google Docs adds 40 new pageless templates, with more coming soon

Google added new, modern templates to Slides last month — now Google Docs is getting the same treatment.

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Google's stylus for the Pixel Tablet might still be on the horizon

Here’s what Google’s Pixel Tablet Pen could have been.

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Redmi Note 14 Pro Plus looks to redefine mid-range with powerful SoC and AI-powered upgrades

Xiaomi's sub-brand Redmi releases three new phones for the Indian market, bringing an affordable flagship experience to the masses.

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Visible vs. T-Mobile: Which wireless carrier is the better choice for you?

Here's our detailed Visible vs. T-Mobile comparison. Read on and find out if you should go with the Verizon-backed MVNO or choose the Magenta carrier.

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Google might let you share custom Gems for Gemini in the mobile app

Gems, which are custom Gemini chatbots trained for a specific purpose, will now be easier to share on mobile.

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The Galaxy S25 Ultra could bump up RAM in its higher-end models

Certain Galaxy S25 Ultra models might get a nice performance upgrade.

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Google Docs is tapping into Gemini to whip up formatted documents

With Gemini, you can now create formatted docs in Google Docs from scratch.

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First 11 things to do with your new Google Pixel Watch 3

We run through everything you need to know after unboxing your Pixel Watch 3, from Fitbit tricks and Pixel exclusives to developer options.

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Google Wallet adds digital ID support in yet another US state

You can now add New Mexico state IDs to your digital wallet.

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Without saying it, Google confirmed Android 16 and 17 won't offer any new and fantastic features

Adding support for two more versions of Android to the Pixel 6 means most new features will be locked behind the Pixel paywall.

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Yes, you can still score $350 OFF the Galaxy S24 Ultra at Amazon — but should you?

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is one of the best Android phones ever built, but with the S25 series just around the corner, is it worth the investment?

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OnePlus makes a bold move to tackle green line issues once and for all

OnePlus is now offering a lifetime guarantee to fix the green line problem on all its phones.

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Google's December security patch for Pixels fixes audio and camera issues

Google detailed its December 2024 security update for Pixels.

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How to change Gemini's voice on Android

You can pick between an assortment of Gemini voices, which will apply in the app and throughout Android.

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Apple dethroned Garmin on Strava in 2024; there are two main reasons why

The old Garmin Forerunner 235 and 245 topped Strava's charts last year, but Apple has swooped in thanks to its renewed focus on running, among other reasons.

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Oura's Symptom Radar is an early warning system for signs of sickness

Oura announced its new Symptom Radar for the Ring 4 and Gen 3.

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Samsung's first One UI 7 beta is available now, public release set for early 2025

One UI 7 has faced delay after delay, but the beta is finally available — with tons of AI features set to rival Apple Intelligence.

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When will my phone get Android 16?

The initial preview build of Android 16 is now available, but there's no reason to install it. But with Google rolling out the update sooner than ever before, here's when your phone might get Android 16.

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Forget traditional lights! These Nanoleaf Canvas smart LED wall panels are 44% OFF at Amazon right now

Bright, square lighting panels at $80 off.

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Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here, complete with some surprising help from Google

Spotify Wrapped 2024 is rolling out for premium subscribers, but there's a bit more to it than just sharing details about your listening habits.

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Gigahertz versus cores — what makes a good phone chip?

Speed is how fast you can do it. Cores determine how many things you can do.

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Xreal beats Meta to the punch with its next-gen spatial AR glasses

One of our favorite AR brands, Xreal has made new glasses with wider FoV, spatial tracking, multimodal AI, Bose sound, and more upgrades.

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Wear OS 5 is now rolling out to Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch FE models

Following the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, Watch 7, and Watch 6, some of the older and budget Galaxy Watches are getting Wear OS 5.

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SPRINT to grab our #1 running watch pick before the Cyber Monday deal's gone for good

Garmin's Forerunners all offer excellent training tools and accuracy; our recommendation is the $100-off Forerunner 265, but its siblings also have great discounts.

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These last-minute Cyber Monday deals are perfect for retro gamers and Raspberry Pi lovers

If you love to tinker and love to play retro games, there's still time to enjoy a few Cyber Monday deals to build your own Raspberry Pi 5-powered retro gaming machine.

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Firefox's latest update brings a fantastic iPadOS feature to all Android foldables and tablets

The latest Firefox for Android update, version 133, includes a killer feature that might finally make you switch from Chrome.

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Gemini could get a playful, longtime Google Search feature soon

Gemini might start offering randomly-generated prompts to help you find out what it can do.

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This 40%-off Cyber Monday deal makes this Amazfit running watch MUCH more compelling

I gave the Amazfit Cheetah Pro a positive review, but I wasn't sure it really justified a $299 price tag. Now it's 40% off, and it's much easier to recommend!

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2025 might bring the first Android phone with an 8,000mAh battery

Realme is tipped to be working on an Android phone with an insane battery capacity, planned for a 2025 release.

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How to use your new Cyber Monday smartwatch to shed Thanksgiving pounds

I run through all the specific smartwatches and tools that'll actively help you lose weight, including those discounted for Cyber Monday.

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