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Any smart thermostat will help you save energy and adds a layer of convenience to your life, but the best do more than just make it easy to control your HVAC. Thankfully, there is a thermostat to fit just about everyone's needs while making life easier.

Google has revealed a new slate of seasonal ringtones coming to Nest Doorbell (Battery), including an Oktoberfest tone for the first time.

While Tower of Fantasy takes on Genshin Impact, the latter released its long-awaited 3.0 update. Here's what you may have missed in the Android gaming world in August.

When you just want to play games, nothing is more annoying than your consoles failing and needing repairs. Here's how to start a warranty repair for PS5.

Over the past few generations, PlayStation has brought iconic games and blockbuster titles for players to enjoy. Here's everything we know PlayStation Studios is working on now.

This is the truly definitive edition of The Last of Us, and it looks even more amazing than you can imagine.

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4 has stood up to a YouTuber's harsh barrage of tests, surviving dust ingress and concerted bending.

In some ways, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 is the best Wear OS watch available. In other ways, its overly heavy design and lack of a "wow" factor make it hard to justify the high price.

Visible has gone all digital with its phone calls and supports Wi-Fi calling on a few phones with more support planned in the future.

The Fitbit Versa 3 has been followed up by the Fitbit Versa 4, but buyers may wonder if it's worth the upgrade or extra bucks.

Netflix's upcoming ad-supported tier is expected to be priced slightly lower than the ad-supported plan of Disney+.

T-Mobile has announced its pick up of Meta's Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses. The lenses can be paired with smartphones on T-Mobile's network, capture photos with its dual 5MP lens, and capture 60-seconds worth of video per shot.

Samsung expands the One UI 5 (Android 13) beta program to its Galaxy S21 series. The company has already rolled out two builds for the Galaxy S22 in some countries.

WI-Fi 5 (802.11ac) still has a lot to offer, and if you're not ready to take the plunge on Wi-Fi 6, or just want the best bang for your buck, it can still be a solid choice.

Google addresses why Trump Social has not been made available on the Play Store since the app launched earlier this year on iOS.

Waymo has brought its driverless vehicles to Phoenix's metropolitan area. These vehicles, open to its Trusted Testers program, will shutter customers around downtown Phoenix without a safety driver in the car.

Hogwarts Legacy is taking us to the Wizarding World in the 1800s. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming PlayStation 5 RPG.

The Nest Thermostat has been one of the most popular smart thermostats for years. Part of that is due to its ease of use, but its installation can be just as simple. Here are a few things to know before you start the process.

Population: One studio BigBox VR will be removing its ranked mode from the game following poor feedback from the community.

It might be known as the Meta Quest 2 on store shelves, but the latest Fortnite update hints at a potential "Oculus" version of the game hidden in the code.

Following an awkward launch where Pixel owners found themselves unable to downgrade from Android 13, Google has made life easier. At least for developers who still need Android 12.

Testing live on the air

Google has sort of confirmed when it will release the first beta version of Android 14.

After a few months of testing, Twitter has launched its new Circles feature globally. Twitter Circles lets users post tweets only to a selected group of users.

Unfortunately, ESPN+ does not have a free trial, but you can sign up for just $9.99 per month with no long-term contract!

We've followed all of Google's additions and improvements to Calendar for years, and we know how to get the most out of the Android app or browser app. Here are our favorite ways to improve Calendar, from extensions to keyboard shortcuts.

Cricket has some great discounts for customers that can make the carrier a great value, though most people will save more with Tello. While Cricket has more extras packed into the price, many of these features will not be missed by customers.

There are two different consoles on shelves, all bearing the name PlayStation 4. Which is the one for you?

Philips Hue has been one of the most reliable smart lighting brands for years now, but competitors like Govee are making waves in the space. Which should you pick?

Steam allows players to request a refund on games for any reason, but some criteria must be met to be eligible.

Smart home accessory provider Wasserstein has introduced a bunch of new accessories for the Fitbit Sense 2 and Versa 4.

Samsung's Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are here, and have plenty of features to stand out, but the design changes are arguably even more important.

Samsung has begun pushing a new update to its Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 phones, with a big focus on camera improvements.

Google Docs has introduced a new shortcut to insert emoji into a document with a few keystrokes.

Google Keep's latest update introduces a new tile for quickly creating new notes.

Looking to getting into game streaming? You'll want to invest in a good microphone before you start. Here are some great options for your PS4 or PS5 if you were lucky enough to find one.

ASUS has announced the coming event for its ROG Phone 6D Ultimate. The event is set for September 19, and the device will utilize the Dimensity 9000+ chipset for improved "peak performance."

Battery-powered cameras and solar panels aren't anything new, but a camera with a built-in solar panel is a rarity. The eufy SoloCam S40 nails it along with many other excellent features.

Rumors have come out about Google's upcoming Pixel Watch pricing. The LTE variant of the device could be priced at $399 with its Bluetooth/Wi-Fi connectivity version unknown at the moment.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and 5 Pro look wonderful as is, but the right 20mm bands can transform them into the best versions of themselves.

If you need some help finding the right Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic band for your needs, we've got your back! Here are some of the best Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic bands to keep you looking stylish.

After the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 spec leak suggests it'll bring some impressive budget phones.

For the next two days, you can head to Amazon to see historic price cuts on some of our favorite Android phones.

Google is looking to rebrand its "Arts & Culture" app with two new ampersand logos. One features Google's multi-colored blend while the other logo is all black.

Looks like the Google Duo-Meet merger and transition isn't hassle-free.

In our latest poll, we asked our readers if they use mobile payments. These are the results of the poll and some responses we received.

T-Mobile is adding Apple TV+ to the list of perks for its top unlimited plan. Customers on the Magenta MAX are getting an Apple TV+ subscription in addition to unlimited premium data, HD streaming, and Netflix.

Samsung's shiny new wearables come in plenty of shades to please the masses. Here are the sweetest Galaxy Watch 5 and 5 Pro colorways that you should buy.

Google's cheap smartphone just got much cheaper with an Amazon deal that drops the price of the Pixel 6a down to just $369.99.

Like every other smart device out there, you can take a screenshot on your Galaxy Watch 5. And thankfully, there aren't any crazy hoops that you need to jump through to do so.