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220 awesome, ridiculous, and downright creepy Gboard emoji combos you should try out

When two emojis really love each other...

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New emojis and combos

It's been more than a year since Google introduced the option to combine two emojis in Gboard to create a totally new mashup sticker that embodies both, and yet, I still find myself in awe when I discover a new combination that I hadn't come across before. This has quickly become my favorite Gboard feature — possibly even the favorite feature on any software keyboard I've every used, and I'm sure I'm not alone.

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Google's new wired Nest cam makes an early appearance in the Google Home app

Google recently announced four new cameras for its Nest lineup, but only two of them were actually available at the time of the announcement: The Nest Cam (battery) and the new Nest Doorbell (battery). The anticipated Nest Cam (wired) may have just reared its head, though. A recent version of the Google Home app is displaying the product name during the camera setup process, and might indicate a launch is imminent.

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Northgard update brings online multiplayer support to Android and iOS, complete with cross-play

2v2, 3v3, and 2v2v2 modes supported

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Online multiplayer added to the mobile version of Northgard

Back in June, the release date for the Android port of Northgard was revealed in a YouTube trailer. This popular indie strategy game had already made its way to iOS in April but is only just now landing on Android. Despite the late arrival, the Android port is pretty good, offering acceptable performance, a reworked UI for touchscreen play, and there's even optional DLC available for those looking to extend Northgard's RTS gameplay.

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Russia threatens to block YouTube after it suspended a state news channel over COVID misinformation

Russia suspects that Germany is behind the ban, claiming the country is starting a media war

Russia and Google have never been best friends, but things are about to get much worse if the two parties can't find an agreement in the latest dispute. After YouTube deleted the Germany-based branch of Russia's state television network Russia Today (RT) over COVID-19 misinformation, Russia has threatened to fully block the video streaming service in the country if it doesn't re-instate RT Germany. The country has additionally threatened Germany it would block German media, suspecting the government behind YouTube's decision to ban RT Germany.

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Celebrated paranormal shooter Control is free for Stadia Pro subscribers in October

It's a good chance to grab it if you missed that Epic giveaway

Stadia Pro subscribers get access to a couple of free games every month, but they're usually not all that notable — Google sticks with smaller, cheaper titles if it's giving stuff away. But next month's additions include a critical darling from a couple of years ago: Remedy Entertainment's Control. This thoughtful action game cleaned up at the award circuit for its impressive storytelling mixed with competent shooting and metaphysical powers.

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13 temporarily free and 31 on-sale apps and games for Wednesday

Don't miss out on the sales for Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins, ReactionLab 2, and Burly Men at Sea

Welcome to Wednesday, everyone. Despite a slow week, I have some solid sales to share with everyone, including a few standouts. First up is a sale for Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins, an enjoyable and engaging lost-phone game. Next, I have a discount for ReactionLab 2, a fun sandbox game where you'll combine elements to watch their reactions. Last but not least is Burly Men at Sea, a highly polished narrative adventure.

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Samsung Health's profile page is way more useful in One UI 4

There are also more gender options to choose from

Samsung Health has steadily been getting better over the years, with new features consistently being added and increasing diversity in the fitness data it can track. The app is getting even better in the latest update that's rolling out in the One UI 4 beta, which adds more gender options and statistics to your profile.

The One UI 4 version of Samsung Health got a fresh coat of paint with a new tabbed design that removed the old hamburger menu.

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Gboard's selfie-based 'Mini' stickers are going the way of the dodo

Another Google project dying an early death

Gboard is jam-packed with extra features that augment the regular typing experience, particularly if you love using GIFs, stickers, and emoji when you communicate — Emoji Kitchen, in particular, is incredibly fun to play with. However, one of the most personal ways to communicate with stickers will soon no longer be available. Google has confirmed to 9to5Google that Gboard's "Minis" stickers will be booted off the app at the end of October, without providing an exact date.

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