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The January security update could soon begin rolling out to more Samsung flagships.What you need to knowThe January 2022 Android security patch has started rolling out to Samsung's Galaxy S21 series phones in the U.S.It fixes 52 issues affecting Google's mobile operating system.For now, it looks like the rollout is limited to unlocked models.Last week, Samsung started rolling out the January 2022 security patch to Galaxy S21 users in the Netherlands. As per SamMobile, the update has now expanded to the U.S. and South Korea.The update arrives as version G99xNKSU3BULF in Samsung's home market and G99xU1UES4BULE for the unlocked Galaxy S21 series phones in the U.S. Carrier-locked variants, however, may have to wait a few more days to get the update.Unsurprisingly, the January security update doesn't bring any other changes aside from security improvements. Samsung's dedicated Security Updates page notes that the January 2022 security update includes a total of 52 fixes fro...

This week, we report on Sony's unveiling of the PlayStation VR2, which looks to ready to compete with the full VR market. A new Pokémon Legends: Arceus trailer shows off gameplay for the upcoming game, and there are rumor that Mario Kart 9 is on the way.Hosted by: Jennifer Locke, Carli Velocci, and Rebecca SpearGot feedback? Hit up Podcast@androidcentral.com and tell us something!LISTEN NOW:LINKS:PS5 VR is officially called PlayStation VR2 (PSVR2) | Android CentralPlayStation VR2 appears ready to compete with the full VR market. That's bad news for Windows Mixed Reality. | Windows CentralNew Pokémon Legends: Arceus trailer shows off gameplay | iMoreMario Kart 9 currently being developed with a "twist", says insider | iMore...

Whether you're about to start a weight loss journey or already have an established workout regimen, and you want to monitor your progress, a smart scale is an excellent tool for keeping your fitness goals on track. The best smart scales connect to a corresponding app on your phone or tablet. As a result, you'll receive detailed information that you can't get from an ordinary bathroom scale. Our favorite is the Eufy Smart Scale P1, which is very easy to use, tracks 14 key metrics, and can accommodate multiple users. So no matter what features you desire, there's a smart scale on this list for you.Best overall: Eufy Smart Scale P1If you're looking for the best combination of features, an attractive design, and a user-friendly app, you'll love the Eufy Smart Scale P1. It can track up to 14 insightful metrics, including body fat, BMI, muscle mass, and more. Got multiple users? No problem. This smart scale allows for up to 16 different users.It's compatible with popular apps, incl...

Contrary to what you might hear, you can print from a Chromebook, but it isn't quite as easy as it might be with other computers. Fortunately, that doesn't mean you can't ever print from your Chromebook. The following printers are among the best Google Cloud printers. Even though the Google Cloud Print feature is no longer supported, you can still connect these printers with a Chromebook for printing from the device without a complex setup.Simple and cost-effectiveEpson EcoTank ET-2720 Wireless All-in-One Inkjet PrinterStaff PickNot only can you print wirelessly, but the refillable ink reservoirs last up to two years so that you can print without having to worry about running to the store for ink right when you're on a deadline.$296 at Amazon $200 at Best Buy $200 at TargetBest for the officeCanon Office Products MAXIFY IB4120 Wireless Color Photo PrinterDesigned specifically for the office with its 500-paper capacity, the Canon Office IB4120 printer works with mu...

Best answer: If you're able to factory reset your device before sending it in, as well as remove or wipe your eSIM card, then yes. However, if the phone is too damaged to turn on, there is a risk of someone accessing data even if you remote-wipe it. Because of this, you need to take steps if a hard reset isn't possible.Why you need to be carefulIn late 2020, game designer Jane McGonigal alleged that after she sent her Pixel 5a in for repairs, someone hacked into her phone and accessed her "Gmail, Drive, photos, backup email account, Dropbox" and other files while redirecting any emailed security alerts to her spam folder. According to McGonigal's interview with The Verge in December 2021, she described remotely erasing her phone, so it would wipe as soon as it connected to the internet. Yet someone still managed to bypass this failsafe.This disturbing privacy leak made plenty of people question if it's safe to send their Android phone out for repair.A Google spokesperson late...

The OnePlus 10 Pro is already one of the more unusual Android phones of 2022, with plenty of questions left unanswered following its CES semi-launch.CES hasn't traditionally been a huge show for smartphone launches. Even in normal years when the event's attendance wasn't slashed by 75% due to Covid-19, pickings would be relatively slim compared to the big European tech shows — Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, and IFA in Berlin. So it's been surprising to see the quietest in-person CES in years also be the busiest for flagship phone launches.We got Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE — a big enough deal in its own right and new Android features coming later this year, along with launches from Chinese brands Vivo and TCL. But the major announcement for Western Android fans had to be the OnePlus 10 Pro, one of the first Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 flagships from a brand that enthusiasts actually care about. We already have a full spec sheet, but no global launch date.OnePlus pulled its phy...

Smart glasses are here today, just not the ones sci-fi promised.For many technology fans and sci-fi nerds, smart eyewear is one of the most sought-after gadgets behind implantable brain chips. From augmenting the real world to immersing yourself into a completely virtual one through a lightweight pair of smart glasses, this has to be in the top three coolest pieces of tech to have — and it's here, right?Over the past decade, we've gotten a lot of different smart glasses, but none of them have given customers a compelling reason to pick up a pair.Perhaps the most famous, and potentially the product that set the category both forwards and backward, is the original Google Glass from 2012. This device most closely resembled what we had seen in movies, from the cyborg-esque design to offering a lot of functionality in a small computer worn on our faces. Unfortunately, in reality, the product was a bit ahead of its time, and neither the world nor the supporting technology was ready...

By now, most of us have used a phone with contactless payments, or if not, we've seen such devices in the wild. Samsung Pay first got its start in Korea in 2015 before being rolled out worldwide the following year. Paying with our phones is a great feature, but Samsung Pay can do so much more than that! We'll show you how to add credit/debit cards, gift cards, and membership cards to this handy virtual wallet on your Samsung Galaxy phone.What is Samsung Pay?As mentioned above, Samsung Pay has been around for about five years now, and in addition to offering users a secure digital wallet to store their payment, membership, and gift cards, it has utility above and beyond other mobile payment systems. For example, Samsung offers users the ability to purchase gift cards at a discount, and partners with retailers for promotions as well. You can store your transit payment cards, and you can even pay at traditional swipe credit card terminals that do not support other NFC payment opti...

The deal will make it a lot easier for Take-Two to bring some of its iconic franchises to mobile.What you need to knowTake-Two Interactive plans to acquire FarmVille maker Zynga.The deal has been valued at $12.7 billion. Take-Two expects the deal to close before the end of June 2022. Leading video game company Take-Two Interactive on January 10 announced that it will acquire FarmVille developer Zynga for $12.7 billion (via The Verge). The deal is the largest ever in the video game industry and is expected to close before June 30, 2022. As with any major acquisition, however, the deal is subject to approval from stockholders and regulators.The acquisition will bring Zynga's best mobile games such as FarmVille, CSR Racing, Empires & Puzzles, Golf Rival, Hair Challenge, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells, High Heels, Merge Dragons, Toon Blast, Toy Blast, and Words With Friends under Take-Two's umbrella.Take-Two says the acquisition will allow it to "capitalize on the ...

You can access plenty more additional live channels thanks to Pluto TV.Google recently teamed up with Pluto TV to give Google TV users access to more than 300 free live channels, with the rollout already active on Chromecast with Google TV and some of the best 4K TVs from Sony and TCL. Here are the steps you need to take to access live channels with Pluto TV and Google TV right now.How to access live channels with Pluto TV and Google TVA selection of live TV channels are currently available to Google TV users at no charge via the Pluto TV app. If you have yet to install the Pluto TV app, here's what you need to do to access live channels with Pluto TV and Google TV.On the Google TV homepage, navigate to the Apps tab.Under Apps, select the search bar and enter Pluto TV.Choose the Pluto TV app and click the Install button.Once the Pluto TV app has been installed, select the Live tab. Once the Pluto TV app has been installed and added to the Google TV homepage, us...

PS5 stock is selling out fast, so be sure to have your credit card ready.Looking to buy a PS5? Well, so are millions of other people. It doesn't help that stock levels remain really tight, even nearly a year after its launch. Every time a retailer puts stock up for sale, it sells out super quickly. The longest we here at Android Central have seen PS5s stay in stock is between 15 to 20 minutes (often just a few minutes, though). That's also at random times, so finding a PS5 is a truly challenging task. Sony warned it will be hard to find stock throughout the year and well into 2022, if not further, but retailers promise more are coming and that Sony has secured additional semiconductor chips to make them.In our PS5 review, we called the system a technical marvel with a groundbreaking controller. And after spending over a year with the PS5, it's nearly impossible to go back to the PS4. Everything about the PS5 is better, from the games to the DualSense haptic feedback and adaptive ...

WhatsApp is one of the best messaging services available on all platforms. One of its most useful features is that it seamlessly backs up all chat history to Google Drive, including photos and videos, making it a breeze to reinstall on new devices. Now, WhatsApp does the same on iOS, but it uses iCloud to store messages, photos, and videos. Unfortunately, this meant there wasn't a sufficient way to transfer message history from one platform to another, so if switching from iOS to Android, or vice versa, users had to start from scratch. While few services claim to transfer data from iOS to Android, they're not reliable. Thankfully, WhatsApp tackles this issue with its migration utility so you can move data from iOS to Android easily. Here's how you can take advantage of this helpful feature.WhatsApp migration tool device eligibilityWhatsApp's migration tool is available on Samsung phones by default, and it uses Smart Switch to migrate the data. The ability to do so is also rolling...

It will be available in China on January 13 with ColorOS 12.1 out of the box.This article has been updated to include the pricing in China as well as OnePlus' exact language for the phone's global availability.What you need to knowOnePlus announced the availability of the OnePlus 10 Pro in China.It will also be released in other markets including India, Europe, and North America later this year.The Chinese variant will run ColorOS 12.1 (Android 12) while the global version will come pre-installed with ColorOS 12.Rather than announcing everything about the OnePlus 10 Pro at once, the Chinese company followed its tradition of releasing information in a drip-feed fashion. It first revealed the phone's design in China earlier this month, followed by its specifications a few days later.On Tuesday, OnePlus announced that the OnePlus 10 Pro will be available to purchase in China from January 13. The company also finally disclosed the device's front design, showing off a curved...

Signal's CEO says goodbye at the top of a new year.What you need to knowSignal's CEO, Moxie Marlinspike, has announced that he is stepping down.Brian Acton will step in as interim CEO until a new one is found.Both Marlinspike and Acton are founding members of the Signal Foundation.Popular messaging app Signal is losing its longtime CEO, Moxie Marlinspike, as he announced on Monday that he is stepping down from his position.Marlinspike wrote in a blog post that he always wanted to ensure that the app could sustain itself beyond his involvement. Having worked on the app for nearly a decade, he was doing much of the work in keeping the app running, from writing all the Android and server code to managing. However, he explains that the app is now better positioned to function without him as CEO. Signal is now an amazing group of 30 people: a mix of wonderful engineers, super talented designers, gifted and unflappable support staff, and a very accomplished and committed le...

Becomes second Stadia game to support the mobile feature.What you need to knowThe Stadia version of Hundred Days - Winemaking Simulator now features direct touch controls when playing on mobile devices.Direct touch replaces the gamepad overlay with more intuitive controls for smartphones and tablets, and the game has also added a more friendly mobile UI.Stadia users have found they were unable to purchase the game if they had claimed it through Stadia Pro and would have to resubscribe to the service as the only way to play it.A new update for Hundred Days - Winemaking Simulator on Stadia has added direct touch controls when playing the game on smartphones and tablets. It becomes the second Stadia game to support the feature since the 4X strategy game Humankind launched last August.Playing some of the best Stadia games on mobile devices without a controller attached would fill the screen with a gamepad overlay to control it, which is not the most ideal way to play on a sma...

Google may "borrow" more media casting features with Android 13.What you need to knowAndroid 13 has been tipped to feature a new media handoff function.Users may be able to tap their phone to another device to transfer media playback.A mockup from Google shows the feature in action.While Google rejigs its audio casting features in the wake of the Sonos ruling, a fun new media feature has cropped up that could make it much easier to move media playback between devices in Android 13.The feature was spotted by Android Police, who uncovered a mockup from Google of a "Media TTT (Tap to Transfer) function. From the looks of it, the feature would allow someone playing media on any of the best Android phones to tap their device onto another to transfer playback of that media.You can see from the mockup how the user is prompted via a pill at the top to move the device closer to hand off playback.If this sounds a bit familiar, that's because Apple has a similar feature for iP...

The main perk of VR workouts is that you don't need to buy gym equipment or even go outside to burn calories. All you need is your headset! Yet without the right tools, you're liable to turn your Oculus Quest 2 into a sweaty, germy mess, or even potentially damage your equipment or injure yourself. Meta will release official Active Pack accessories sometime in 2022, but they aren't available yet. So, for now, here are the best VR workout accessories that'll make your daily indoor fitness routine that much cleaner, safer, and more fun.Stylish non-slip sweat-catcherTreadBands All Terrain Tieback Non Slip HeadbandStaff PickThe default Quest 2 facial interface is a sweat sponge, while replacement covers repel sweat, so it drips down your face. You need a headband for prolonged workouts, and this moisture-wicking TreadBands accessory is especially great for VR because it has a soft rubber strip on the inside that helps it stay in place, where others would likely slip onto your...

Motorola is going all out on the next Razr.What you need to knowMotorola is reportedly developing the Razr 3 to be a true flagship foldable.The device will allegedly feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and 120Hz display.It could feature up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.Motorola is hard at work on its Razr successor, and while we've heard some bits and pieces here and there, we may know more about the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 3 competitor.XDA-Developers has caught wind of some information of the device, tentatively dubbed the "Motorola Razr 3," thanks to their sources, who have indicated that it will be a true flagship. In contrast to the Razr 5G, which features a midrange Snapdragon 765 chipset, the Razr 3 will be powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.Other specs include up to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, NFC (which isn't always a given with Motorola phones), and possibly Ultra-Wideband (UWB) support. It will likely launch with Android 12.While XDA cou...

That didn't take too long.What you need to knowPopulation: One players have been having trouble communicating with each other since the January 6 update.Developer BigBox VR released a patch on January 10 that should fix the problems.Players who are having trouble updating should uninstall the game and reinstall it from the store.Update January 10, 2022 4:00PM ET: BigBox VR has updated the game with a patch that should fix the communication issues.While many players have been enjoying the latest Population: One season content, popping New Years balloons, and scoring big points, a big problem cropped up last week that's been preventing squads from being able to hear each other. If you've been playing and suddenly can't hear or speak with your squad, don't worry, you're not alone. Thankfully, a fix is here.The problems seem to have started around the New Years content update, which went live on January 6. This issue also appeared in a previous update sometime in 2021 but w...

Amazon makes some of the best smart speakers in its lineup of Alexa devices, and the new Echo Show 15 joins the ranks. Amazon also does a great job adding new features to its smart displays, and one of those is widgets. These widgets allow you to have multiple apps show on the screen in a smaller, bite-sized version until you tap one to expand it. This Amazon device is a wonderful canvas for this helpful feature, so let's get into how you can use your Amazon Echo Show 15 widgets to get the most out of the experience.How to customize Alexa Widgets on the Amazon Echo Show 15While you can make many adjustments to your Echo Show 15 through the Alexa app on your phone, widgets aren't one of them. Instead, it's all done directly on your smart display, from adding the widgets you want to resizing, arranging, and removing them altogether. So let's get into it.Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap Widget Gallery to see the add widgets to your display.Tap on the plus sign in th...

New areas to explore and new machines to discover.One of the biggest, most beautiful games revealed during Sony's PS5 showcase The Future of Gaming was Horizon Forbidden West. This ambitious sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn is being developed by Guerrilla Games, which uses the Decima engine and the newfound power of the PS5 to great lengths. It will undoubtedly become one of the best PS5 games when it releases.The world of Horizon Forbidden West is one of mystery, and one of the highlights is the different machines that roam, fly, or swim through the world. As Aloy travels into what was the Western U.S., she's going to discover plentiful machines, both new and returning forms. Here's the complete list of machines in Horizon Forbidden West that we know so far.Horzion Forbidden West Machines:Machine ClassesBristlebacksBurrowersClamberjawsClawstridersChargersRollerbacksShellsnappersSlitherfangsSnapmawsSunwingsTallnecksTiderippersTremortusksMachine classesIn the...

Plastic takes the lead, but glass is still a favorite.What you need to knowWe asked our readers if they prefer smartphones with plastic or glass backs.More than 50% voted for plastic backs while 35% voted for glass.Some users expressed interest in metal or other materials.The days of Moto Maker are unfortunately behind us, meaning we're largely at the mercy of smartphone OEMs when it comes to the materials on our phones. Generally, we're looking at smartphones with plastic or glass backs, and while glass is usually reserved for higher-end smartphones and plastic more commonly found on lower-end devices, it's not a rule that's set in stone. However, with rumors of the base Galaxy S22 returning to a glass back, we asked our readers if they preferred glass or plastic on their smartphones.It's not too surprising that plastic was the most popular option amongst our readers, obtaining more than 56% of votes out of nearly 2400 responses. Glass is still a favorite, it seems, with...

See more from your door At A Glance.What you need to knowGoogle has reportedly begun updating the popular At a Glance widget on its Pixel phones running Android 12.The updated widget will be able to show a text notification along with a live thumbnail view from your video doorbell camera on the lock screen.This feature, along with flashlight and Personal Safety app notifications and a new At a Glance settings menu, should be rolling out to Pixel owners soon.Google appears to be rolling out a much-anticipated update to the popular At A Glance widget on its Pixel phones running Android 12. A report by Android Police indicates that the update will enable a text notification as well as a live video preview thumbnail on the phone's lock screen whenever someone activates your video doorbell's sensors.The new feature should work with any of the best video doorbells that are compatible with the Google Assistant and Google Home app, including Google's own Nest doorbells. Pixel own...

CEO of GSMA says the show will only cancel if Spanish authorities advise itWhat you need to knowMWC will continue on with an in-person event in Barcelona.COVID-19 cases growing, Spain saw over 120k average number of cases on Jan. 9.CEO of GSMA says the show will be canceled based on Spanish authorities' advice.MWC Barcelona will continue on with its annual conference in six weeks' time, despite growing concerns surrounding COVID-19 and the spread of the new Omicron variant.John Hoffman, CEO of the GSM Association (GSMA), said in a post on MWC's website that with previous safeguards and the ongoing efforts from health experts, scientists, and the government, he believes that conference-goers will be able to "convene safely" this year. "This new year also begins with more news related to the pandemic. Global circumstance continues to evolve and, one thing is becoming apparent, we will be dealing with the effects of Covid-19 for years to come. In times like these, respon...

The looksAmazon Echo Show 15$250 at AmazonProsLarge display is excellent for content consumptionWall mountableAlexa Widgets are great for glanceable informationPicture-in-picture makes it good for multi-taskingPrivacy slider for the cameraConsThe camera quality isn't very goodVisual ID is inconsistentLacks access to YouTubeAudio quality feels thinThanks to its picture frame design, Amazon's Echo Show 15 looks great on a countertop or mounted on the wall. The customizable widgets make excellent use of the 15.6-inch display, allowing you to see the info you want quickly. While the Echo Show 15 is perfect for content consumption, the poor camera quality makes the Visual ID feature and video calling less than enjoyable.The brainsNest Hub Max$190 at Best BuyProsGreat, wide-angle cameraFacial and voice recognition works wellAccess to YouTube and YouTube MusicGoogle Assistant is extremely helpfulThe display automatic color temperature adjust...

The French developer's Düsseldorf-based studio, Ubisoft Blue Byte is working on multiple new VR projects.What you need to knowAccording to the job listing, Ubisoft's working on VR entries for many of its biggest franchises.Ubisoft initially announced that Assassin's Creed and Splinter Cell were headed to the Oculus ecosystem in late 2020.Ubisoft was one of the first major publishers to release VR games.Over a year ago, Ubisoft announced that it was working on two VR games for Meta's Oculus Quest devices. Now a job listing has revealed that the publisher is working on at least one more unannounced project.Last weekend, YouTuber and tech industry analyst Brad Lynch spotted a job listing on Ubisoft's hiring website that specifically referenced Ubisoft's previously announced VR titles as well as one new one.Ubisoft has open positions for Assasins Creed VR, Splinter Cell VR, and then there is also a new “Unannounced AAA VR Project"Content is coming pic.twitter.com/0vHvqIN...

Samsung Galaxy S21 FEUpdated for 2022$700 at SamsungProsModern designVivid AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rateSnapdragon 888 is powerfulVersatile camerasIP68 dust and water resistanceAndroid 12 with three further updatesConsUses the same camera hardware as S20 FENot as good valueThe Galaxy S21 FE kicks off Samsung's portfolio for 2022, and there is a lot to like here. The phone is based on the S21 series and utilizes the same contour cut design at the back for the camera housing, and you'll find the same internal hardware as the S21. You also get decent cameras, IP68 water resistance, a gorgeous AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh, and it runs Android 12 out of the box.Samsung Galaxy S20 FEStill a great choice$580 at AmazonPros120Hz AMOLED panelSnapdragon 865 still holds up in 2022Cameras continue to deliverIP68 dust and water resistanceAll-day battery with 15W wireless chargingWill get three Android version updatesConsNo 3.5mm jackWo...

Buy in bulkMint MobileFrom $15/mo. at Mint MobileProsCheaper monthly ratesLots of plan optionsUnlimited talk and textFree hotspot accessWorks with most unlocked phonesConsCoverage isn't quite as dense as Visible'sOnly 5GB hotspot data on unlimited planMint Mobile uses T-Mobile to power its network, and with its extensive 5G coverage that means you get a lot of bang for your buck. Plans are sold in bulk, meaning you have a bigger upfront cost but save a lot of money month-to-month. And, unlike Visible, you can use Mint Mobile with just about any Android phone.No data limitsVisibleFrom $40/mo. at VisibleProsUnlimited talk, text, and dataVerizon's LTE and 5G networkFree hotspot accessTaxes and fees includedSave more with Party PayConsOnly works with select Android phonesNo roamingHotspot speed capped at 5MbpsWant access to Verizon's incredible LTE network for a fraction of the cost? That's what Visible brings to the table. For j...

The Magic V is the most powerful foldable phone yet.What you need to knowHonor has launched its first-ever foldable phone.The phone features a 7.9-inch inner screen and Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. It is slated to go on sale in China from January 18 from 9,999 yuan (about $1,570). Honor on January 10 announced the Magic V, the first foldable phone to feature Qualcomm's 4nm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. Just as expected, the phone features an inward-folding design like Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the recently launched OPPO Find N.Unlike the OPPO Find N, which is a "compact" foldable device, the Magic V has a massive 7.9-inch main OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and IMAX Enhanced certification. The phone's cover display is a 6.45-inch curved "creaseless" OLED panel with a 21.3:9 aspect ratio and a 90Hz refresh rate.The Honor Magic V impresses in the camera department as well, at least on paper. Honor has equipped the phone with a triple-camera arr...

Stay motivated on your journey to a better you.Fitness is a life-long journey full of ups and downs. Sometimes you may suffer an injury, or life just gets in the way. But, whatever is going on, it's never too late to start or restart. The end goal, after all, is a better physical and mental version of yourself.Though you can go it alone, some of the best Android fitness apps can offer help, guidance, and motivation to keep you going strong. There is integration with the best smartwatches for fitness, making it easy to keep track of all of your workouts. And when you're done here, be sure to check out our awesome roundup of the best apps for Android.The Top 3 apps1. FitNotes2. Nike Run Club3. JEFITMore optionsGoogle FitFitbitRunkeeperStrongWorkout TrainerMap My Run7 Minute WorkoutZombies, Run!What are the best fitness apps for Android?The Play Store is full of fitness apps that give you workout ideas and help you track your progress. Unfortunately, the...

The launch doesn't mean OnePlus doesn't care about North AmericaOnePlus' decision to launch the OnePlus 10 Pro in China first might seem perplexing, but experts say it makes sense from a competitive standpoint. They add that since its integration with OPPO, the company has a big year ahead to differentiate itself. Otherwise, the brand may drift into irrelevance.The OnePlus 10 Pro was announced in China on Monday, Jan. 3, and is a huge departure from the OnePlus 9 Pro by looking at the rear panel, which features a wrap-around camera bump that's very Samsung Galaxy S21-inspired. OnePlus CEO Pete Lau (who's also OPPO's chief product officer) confirmed that the series would be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, making it a worthy challenger to the best Android phones that will release this year.The device will be available on Jan. 11 and will likely launch in North America and other markets later (probably sometime in March); however, the announcement did not include...

The Indian variant of the phone is powered by Samsung's Exynos 2100 chipset.What you need to knowThe Galaxy S21 FE 5G is now official in India.It will be available in the country starting January 11 for ₹49,999 (about $675). The value flagship comes with a 6.4-inch AMOLED display, Samsung's Exynos 2100 chipset, and a 4500mAh battery. Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE 5G, which made its global debut last week, has now been launched in India. Unlike the global variant, which features Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888, the Indian variant of the phone is powered by Samsung's in-house developed Exynos 2100 chip.The Galaxy S21 FE 5G is a follow-up to the Galaxy S20 FE, which was among the best Android phones launched in 2020. As its name suggests, the Galaxy S21 FE 5G is essentialy a watered-down version of the Galaxy S21.The phone sports a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. In the camera department, the Galaxy S21 FE 5G has a triple...

This upgrade is an uphill battle for Samsung thanks to steep competition.It's hard to believe that it's been a year and a half since Samsung redefined the "flagship killer" concept with the Galaxy S20 FE. At the time, the phone blew us away with its quality, delivering a true flagship experience for a significantly lower price than a "regular" Galaxy S20. The Galaxy S21 FE was rumored to be released the entire second half of 2021, and now it's finally here.The Galaxy S21 FE debuts with some of the expected upgrades over its predecessor but still retains many of the points that made the S20 FE a more affordable device. You won't find a brand new camera array on this phone when compared to 2020's device — that's a 12MP sensor for the main and ultra-wide lenses, while an 8MP sensor still resides behind the 3X telephoto lens — but Samsung has upgraded the styling to be more in line with the Galaxy S21 and the rumored look of the Galaxy S22 series.The display got a big touch lat...

Max everythingAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max$55 at Amazon$55 at Best Buy$57 at B&H PhotoProsLive View picture-in-pictureFaster processorAlexa Voice Remote includedHDR10 and HDR10+ certifiedWi-Fi 6 supportConsMore expensiveNot too many extra featuresAmazon's latest and greatest Fire TV Stick checks all of the boxes you could want, and then some.Paved the wayAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K$50 at Amazon$50 at Best Buy$50 at B&HPros4K HDR and HDR10+ playbackAlexa Voice Remote includedOffers most of the same features at a lower priceSame great designConsNo Wi-Fi 6 supportUnable to use Live View picture-in-pictureAlthough it's not on top of the mountain anymore, the Fire TV Stick 4K is still the best option for many.It's easy to want to see how the Fire TV Stick 4K Max vs. Fire TV Stick 4K stack up against one another as they duke it out for the title of the best Fire TV Stick. But are there enough improvements with Amazon...

We're back! Ara, Nick, and Jeramy check out the first two new phones of 2022: Samsung's Galaxy S21 FE, and the OnePlus 10 Pro. There's also a ton of smartwatch news to explore from CES 2022, plus Chromebook and VR goodness.Listen nowSubscribe in Spotify: AudioSubscribe in iTunes: AudioSubscribe in RSS: AudioDownload directly: AudioLinks:Samsung Galaxy S21 FE review: Better phone, worse price | Android CentralSamsung's new Home Hub wants to be the ultimate smart home controller | Android CentralSamsung's foldable concepts show how it could evolve beyond the Galaxy Z Fold 3 | Android CentralOnePlus 10 Pro is already shaping up to be one of the best phones of the 2022 | Android CentralOnePlus reveals more details on the OnePlus 10 Pro's second-gen Hasselblad camera system | Android CentralRazer gets its own limited-edition Fossil Gen 6 smartwatch for gamers | Android CentralGarmin Vivomove Sport debuts with a 'hidden' display and an affordable price tag | Android...

Big Red may charge an arm and a leg for its service, but the best Android phones on its network don't all have to be unattainably expensive. So whether you're after the top-of-the-line Pixel 6 Pro or you'd rather save some money and pick up something like the Galaxy A42 5G, there are plenty of great options for one of the nation's top-rated carriers. Here are our top picks for the best Verizon phones on the market right now.Best overallGoogle Pixel 6 - 5GStaff PickThe Google Pixel 6 punches above its weight class with the powerful Tensor CPU package delivering smooth performance on the 6.4-inch OLED display. It comes with two cameras on the back with a 50MP primary shooter and an ultra-wide 12MP backup. This phone also supports Verizon 5G with Ultra Wideband support, including the upcoming C-band network.From $23.33/mo. at VerizonThe complete packageSamsung Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G - SmartphoneThe Galaxy S21 Ultra is Samsung's ultimate mobile experience, cramming...

Finally got a Google Nest smart speaker? First off, congratulations! Google smart speakers are among the best smart speakers around. The handy devices open a whole new world of possibilities for expanding your smart home. It can function as the hub for controlling and/or tapping into a multitude of smart products, from lighting to speakers, home appliances, security cameras, video doorbells, and more. Plus, you can play music, ask Google questions, like what the weather or traffic is outside or how many grams are in an ounce, hear news headlines, and more. But before you get started, you need to set up the Google Nest smart speaker. Thankfully, this is a pretty simple process.What to consider before setting up a Google Nest smart speakerBefore setting up a Google Nest smart speaker like the Nest Audio, which we deemed the best smart speaker for most people in our detailed review, decide where you want it to live. The best spot is a central location where commands can be heard f...

Get out and put your feet to the pavementFor many of us, running is hard work. Maybe it's a motivation thing, or perhaps it's a physical thing. Whatever the reason, the simple fact is that running is exercise, and exercise can be a real pain.We're looking at some of the best running apps for Android, and we've got a few different kinds of apps here. Some are more of the hardcore variety, for folks used to exercise who may be looking to increase and improve the way they do things. The best part about most of these apps is that they can integrate with the best running watches as well as the best fitness trackers so you can have all of your workout information in one place. Others are more simple — only tracking steps or basic movement. There's a place for all of these, and some work rather nicely with the best fitness apps.The top 3 apps1. Strava2. Runkeeper3. Nike Run ClubMore optionsZombies, Run!Map My Run by Under ArmourFitbitAdidas Running App - Your Sports ...

If COVID keeps resurging, tech showcases could face a reckoning.CES 2022 was half-virtual, half in-person, and 100% messy, with many of its major announcements coming from companies that has already fled Las Vegas due to COVID concerns. With some tech conferences like MWC plunging ahead with in-person plans while others like E3 preemptively go virtual-only, tech companies and journalists alike have to reimagine how trade shows fit into our new normal.Many tech sites and CES attendees have speculated that CES 2020 was one of the original super-spreader events for COVID-19, back when no one could reasonably understand what was happening. This year, CES 2022 took place amidst the raging Omicron variant, with everyone involved fully aware of the risks. "CES will and must go on." Apparently."CES will and must go on." So said Consumer Technology Association CEO Greg Shapiro in an opinion piece for the Las Vegas Review Journal, despite most major tech companies and journalism org...

Characters in higher tiers tend to be more powerful.Genshin Impact, the latest action RPG from miHoYo, has two dozen characters, along with many more coming soon. As with any gacha game, the best Genshin Impact characters require a fair bit of luck and/or money to add to your team. Characters each have different rarity levels and belong to different tiers. Typically, the higher up the tier they are, the more powerful they are. So, which characters should you be hoping for and investing your resources in leveling up? We're here to help and when you finish, be sure to check out our best Android games for even more mobile fun.Genshin Impact Tier ListHow many playable characters are there?S Rank CharactersA Rank CharactersB Rank CharactersC Rank CharactersD Rank CharactersComing soonHow many playable characters are there?There are nearly 50 different playable characters in Genshin Impact. A handful are rewards for completing certain portions of the story, includi...

Using the Quest 2 in a communal space can end in disaster if a person or pet unexpectedly enters your Guardian circle. Thankfully, Meta developed Space Sense, a new detection system that makes people visible when they get too close. It's an experimental, unpolished system that is hard to find if you don't know where to look. Here's how to use Space Sense on the Oculus Quest 2.How to turn on Oculus Quest 2 Space SenseGo to the main menu by pressing the Oculus button on the right controller.Select Quick Settings on the left side of the Universal menu.From there, select Settings on the top-right side of the menu.Next, select Experimental Settings.Scroll down until you find Space Sense. Select that option, then toggle on the feature. You've activated Space Sense!Space Sense registers any person or object within your Guardian area from up to 9 feet (2.74 meters) away, with the color changing from blue to pink to red based on how close the thing is. They'll appear as a ...

Facebook offers some of the best Android apps out there for tasks like video calling and messaging. The OG Facebook platform is full of useful features for social purposes. For instance, you can add Facebook events to your Google Calendar, making it easier to track your schedule all from one place. Here's how you can add events from Facebook to your trusty Calendar on Android phones and desktops.How to add Facebook events to your Google Calendar on your Android phoneOpen the Facebook app on your Android phone.Tap on the three horizontal lines in the top right corner.Tap on Events.Select the event you want to add to Google Calendar.Tap on Manage.Select Add to Calendar.Tap Allow to give Facebook access to your calendar.Select the email address associated with your Google Calendar.The process of adding Facebook events to your Google Calendar is much easier and faster on your good ol' Android phone. But if you like, you can follow the next set of instructions to add ...

Amazon recently made it easier to access the most-used features on your Amazon Fire TV device by launching the Alexa shortcut panel. The new features started rolling out in mid-December 2021 and make it easy to review the content currently saved in your Library or to check the weather in your area, among other features. With that in mind, we've put together this handy how-to that explains how to access the shortcut panel on Amazon Fire TV devices.How to access the shortcut panel on Amazon Fire TV devicesThe Alexa shortcut panel is one of the latest features to roll out on Amazon Fire TV devices, including Amazon Fire TV Sticks. While the new shortcut panel functions similarly to the quick access shortcut screen, which is launched by holding the Home button, there are some key differences. Here's how to access the shortcut panel on Amazon Fire TV devices via your Alexa Voice Remote.Tap and release the Alexa or microphone button at the top of your Fire TV remote.The shortcut pa...

The offer works for both new and current Stadia accounts.What you need to knowAT&T is offering a six-month subscription to Stadia Pro for its new and current wireless customers that have an eligible 5G phone and unlimited plan.The promotion does not require buying a new smartphone or adding a line if already eligible.Existing Stadia accounts that have used Stadia Pro in the past can claim the offer.AT&T is handing out six months of Stadia Pro for free for its wireless and fiber users. The offer is available for new and current wireless customers with an eligible 5G smartphone and unlimited plan, or new residential fiber accounts with a qualifying internet plan.The company had been offering six free months of the streaming subscription service alongside a coupon that heavily discounted the Stadia Premiere Edition since last year. The difference is that the promotion is now extended to existing AT&T Wireless users that already own an eligible 5G smartphone, inst...

The best Android tablet available right now is the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7. It has a big screen, high-end specs, tons of features, a stylus, and support for a full keyboard. But, of course, it's pricey and not the right pick for someone who prefers a smaller, more portable tablet. Still, as an all-around device, it can't be beaten. For those with different needs (or budgets), we gathered a few additional options that will work just as well for media consumption and won't break the bank.What is the best Android tablet for you?Picking a quality Android tablet typically boils down to either Samsung or Amazon models. Samsung dominates the premium and mid-range tablet market while competing with Amazon's cheaper, budget A-models. So when weighing the best Android tablet for you, specifically, start with Samsung unless you don't have much money to spend.There's much more to a tablet than just its display, but it's hard to deny how important a role that particular spec plays. The Galaxy T...

From phones to dongles, CES had a little of everything this year.CES 2022 has come to an end, and it went off without a hitch — unless you count the numerous companies that pulled out of physical appearances at the venue. Regardless, there were tons of companies still at the show, and the ones that weren't there managed to still present some cool products. There was a lot to sift through, but here are some of the top announcements that we saw at the event. Also, be sure to check out Android Central's Best of CES 2022 for even more reveals.OnePlus 10 ProIn typical OnePlus fashion, the company spent CES teasing its latest flagship phone, little by little. We, thankfully, got a full, official look at the OnePlus 10 Pro design, including its Galaxy S21-like camera stove with Hasselblad branding, impressive specs including the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset and much faster charging, and the first set of camera samples and features.Although there's no word on its global launch,...

Honor's upcoming foldable phone could be bigger and have a larger battery than Samsung's bet.What you need to knowNew renders and specs of the Honor Magic V have leaked.The leak suggests the upcoming foldable phone will outperform the Galaxy Z Fold 3 in key departments such as the display, camera and battery size.We also get a glimpse of the phone's three color options.A few days ago, Honor teased its upcoming challenger to the best foldable phones, along with information on the device's launch date in China. The teaser revealed an inward folding handset in the style of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, but a new leak sheds more light on the Honor Magic V.According to the renders and the specs sheet shared by Ishan Agarwal with MySmartPrice, the upcoming phone will measure 160.4 × 141.1 × 6.7mm when folded out. This implies that it may be larger than the Galaxy Z Fold 3, which measures 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4 mm when unfolded.There are a few other areas where Honor's first fol...

The premium heft or light and durable?In the smartphone world, one of the main differentiators between lower- and higher-end devices is the material they're made from. While aluminum used to run rampant across smartphones of yore, these days, the battle is mainly between two materials: plastic and glass.While there are benefits and tradeoffs to both, we're curious about what material our readers prefer on the back of their smartphones.Do you prefer glass or plastic backs on smartphones?When it comes to the best Android phones, you're likely to find glass on the back of the device. While glass has the unfortunate characteristic of being prone to scratches, fingerprints, and, of course, the dreaded crack, it often provides smartphones with a more premium look and feel while adding a certain heft that users may appreciate. Plus, the use of Corning's Gorilla Glass makes these phones much less prone to this sort of damage (at least on paper), which should provide users with some ...

Do Google and Fitbit have what it takes to compete with Samsung and Apple?If you paid attention to the wearable world in 2021, you know that the hottest topic of the year revolved around the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 smartwatch. This wasn't just another Galaxy Watch; it became the first Android smartwatch to run on the new Wear OS platform — and remains the only Wear OS 3 watch today.If you didn't know, Google and Samsung joined forces to bring Samsung's Tizen OS and Google's Wear OS together into a single platform. While this was exciting news at the time, much of the following news tempered our excitement.We eventually learned that not all existing Wear OS watches would be eligible to upgrade to this new platform — including all previous Galaxy Watch models, which would remain on Tizen OS indefinitely. To worsen the blow, the handful of eligible watches would not receive Wear OS 3 until early 2022.As you can imagine, these realizations were met with frustration by many...

It's now easier to add your YouTube account to smart TVs with a new mobile sign-in option.What you need to knowYouTube for smart TV has introduced a bunch of new capabilities, including a new sign-in process.It allows you to log in to your YouTube account without using the on-screen keyboard.YouTube will also now display the current video playback resolution dynamically.Signing in to your YouTube account on smart TVs can prove unwieldy if you're left with no other choice but to use the on-screen keyboard. Fortunately, YouTube added a sign-in option using a web browser, but a new option makes that process much easier.YouTube has added a new feature that allows you to sign in to your YouTube account on your smart TV without having to use the virtual keyboard on the screen. You only need to approve the login attempt on your smartphone. This eliminates the need to manually enter your email address and password.The new mobile sign-in option was discovered by Android Police, ...