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Samsung makes some of the best Android phones around, but while it has streamlined its initial configuration in the last few generations, there are still several extra steps compared to other phones — Samsung injects its own steps alongside Google. The process is self-explanatory, but we have all of the information and tips you need to know about as you go through each step.How to set up your Galaxy phoneIf you're coming from a Samsung phone, you can skip most of this setup process and restore directly from that phone. Just open up Smart Switch on your current phone, and follow the prompts on both phones. We recommend using a cable rather than Wi-Fi, which significantly speeds up the process.Start by selecting the language you'd like to use for setup — you can change this later. Then tap the arrow button to begin the setup process.Agree to the terms and conditions and privacy policy. This is mandatory to continue setup, but you can opt out of sending diagnostic data and i...

New year, new you.If you're like most people, your resolutions revolve around living a healthier lifestyle, reorganizing your budget, or building new habits. Those aren't easy for anyone, but with the help of these apps, you can ensure the best chance possible to stick to your resolutions and end your 2022 happier and healthier than ever before.Doing this on your own can be pretty tricky, but with the help of these apps, you can put yourself in the best position possible to achieve your goals moving forward.Top 4 Apps:1. Google Keep2. FitNotes3. Grow - Habit Tracking4. MonefyStay ProductiveTodoistGoogle CalendarCalendar Widget by Home AgendaHabiticaGet fit and healthyNike Training ClubFood DiaryMyFitnessPalTake time for yourselfCalmWhat's UpControl your financesMintAndroMoneyRobinhoodWhat are the best New Year's resolution apps?Starting and keeping your resolutions throughout the year can be rather stressful. Whether you want to ge...

Google Pixel 6 owners will have to wait a bit longer to get their hands on the feature again.What you need to knowGoogle appears to have restored Chromecast volume controls for most apps on Android 12.Volume controls for Chromecast media sessions were removed last year due to a legal issue.However, the capability remains missing on the Google Pixel 6 series.The ability to control the volume of an active Chromecast media session using the volume rocker on a Pixel phone disappeared with the release of Android 12 due to a legal dispute. Fortunately, the volume controls have now returned with the January patch for Pixels.Following the January 2022 update for Pixel phones, most apps now let you adjust the Chromecast volume with your handset's volume rocker. The volume slider appears without issue when casting from Spotify to a Google Nest Hub, as discovered by Mishaal Rahman.Surprise! Cast volume controls have been re-enabled with the January 2022 update for Pixel. Google ei...

The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge is the first phone to launch in India with 120W charging.What you need to knowXiaomi's Redmi Note 11 Pro+ has been launched in India as the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge 5G.The phone's biggest selling point is support for 120W wired charging. Xiaomi claims it only takes 15 minutes for the phone to be fully charged. Xiaomi's Redmi Note 11 Pro+, which made its debut in China in October last year, has finally made its way to India. Just as rumored, the Indian variant of the phone has been rebranded as the Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge 5G.The Xiaomi 11i HyperCharge 5G sports a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a fast 120Hz refresh rate and a claimed peak brightness of 1,200 nits. Powering the phone is MediaTek's 6nm Dimensity 920 5G processor, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.2 storage.In the camera department, the 11i HyperCharge 5G has a triple-lens setup on the back, with a 108MP main sensor. It is joined by an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP t...

Redmi's latest earbuds have dual drivers and the latest connectivity, but the sound quality is ultimately lacking.Xiaomi is now the world's second-largest manufacturer of wireless earbuds, with the likes of the $72 Buds 3 Pro holding their own among the best wireless earbuds in the market today. Xiaomi offers products under its own label as well as the Redmi brand, with the latter focused more on the value category.I liked the entry-level Redmi Earbuds S that were released back in 2020, and Xiaomi has rolled out several products in the budget wireless audio segment in the last 18 months. The latest is the Earbuds 3 Pro, and Xiaomi is offering a lot here: these earbuds feature a dual-driver design, include Qualcomm's high-end AptX codec, and last over seven hours on a full charge.But as we shall see below, the feature-set is negated by the fact that the Earbuds 3 Pro are lacking in the one area that matters the most: audio quality.Redmi Earbuds 3 Pro review:Price and avai...

Not forgotten.What you need to knowSamsung brings One UI 4 (Android 12) to the Galaxy A72.The device is the first A-series smartphone to receive the OS upgrade.Other Galaxy A phones are set to receive the update in February, at least in the U.S.Samsung has been busy updating its flagship Android phones with One UI 4 (Android 12), but it seems the update is finally arriving on the company's mid-range devices. The Galaxy A72 appears to be the first of the A-series devices to receive the stable Android 12 update.As reported by SamMobile, the update is arriving for A72 owners in Russia with the firmware build A725FXXU4BULA along with the December security patch.The device was among the S series phones listed to receive Android 12, but as 9to5Google points out, it wasn't scheduled to receive the update until February. This is the same time the Galaxy A52 5G is set to be updated as well, at least according to the U.S. rollout schedule. That said, dates and models will vary ba...

What you need to knowVerizon's Ultra Wideband mmWave 5G has reached 100 million people covered in 1,700 cities, with C-band launching later in January.Verizon has updated its unlimited plans with more premium data and hotspot data though, Ultra Wideband data is now included.Verizon 5G Home Internet has also been updated with two unlimited plans featuring new perks when you sign up.Verizon announced some new features for its customers celebrating its milestone of reaching 100 million people with 5G Ultra Wideband coverage. Unlike its nationwide 5G network, Ultra Wideband uses mmWave tech to deliver gigabit speeds to devices, though it requires many more towers to accomplish. Verizon is also set to expand coverage even further, with C-band 5G joining its Ultra Wideband coverage later in January.Verizon held a livestream called the 5G Ultra Show to show off what was possible with its ultra-fast 5G network, hosted by Elizabeth Banks.Verizon now provides Ultra Wideband 5G cove...

Liteboxer aims to bring a new type of 'Immersive Fitness Experience' to the world of VR that combines rhythm-style gameplay and the Quest 2's hand-tracking technology.What you need to knowThis is Liteboxer's first software-only release.Liteboxer VR is the first optionally controller-free fitness experience on Quest 2.The 'Immersive Fitness Experience' launches March 3rd for $19 per month.As part of their first CES presence, at-home fitness company Liteboxer revealed their first VR fitness game for Meta Quest 2. Previously, Liteboxer's only products were full at-home fitness sets that centered around gamified music-based boxing workouts and workout experiences led by a crew of in-house trainers.The company seeks to set itself apart from the other VR fitness and boxing experiences on the Quest 2 by taking a more premium approach. Claiming to be "the first VR experience created by fitness experts," Liteboxer's VR component will cost users $19 per month following a one-week f...

Some of our favorite people and products from 2021.Every year for the past couple of years, Future has taken time to celebrate some of the people and products that made an impact on our lives. Over the past year, there have been many amazing products that we like to call out in our Future Choice awards, while many of the people behind these products are commemorated in our Future 50 awards.You may recognize many of our Future Choice list products, as we cover many of them extensively across our sites. For instance, the Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (4th Gen) made our list as the best smart home product thanks to its ease of use, excellent audio, unique spherical design, and low price tag, making it easy for anyone to have smart speakers around the house.The Sony WF-1000XM4 also made it our overall best wireless earbuds, which is really no surprise. Despite their high price tag, they offer exceptional audio quality, a premium design, and long battery life. We've also got the Galaxy...

Android 12's new Privacy Dashboard is the one place where you can see exactly what apps are using which permissions and when they are doing it. It's not perfect — Android's permissions can be a little confusing, and Google isn't giving up much information about what each of them means, but it's a great addition nonetheless. Getting there isn't difficult once you know where to look. And remember, the best Android phone doesn't have Android 12 just yet, so you'll need to be using a Google Pixel with the Android 12 beta installed.How to open the Privacy Dashboard in Android 12Open your phone's settings menu.Scroll to the Privacy section and tap the entry.In the new window that opens choose Privacy Dashboard at the top of the list.Once you have the Privacy Dashboard open, you can choose a category to see which apps have used the associated permission. You'll find obvious things like Google Maps using your location and the phone app using your microphone. Still, you might ...

The Vive Focus 3 also gets a charging case and multiple battery charger.What you need to knowHTC unveiled the Vive Wrist Tracker for its Vive Focus 3 standalone virtual reality headset at CES 2022.The new accessory can track hands, is much lighter than the Vive Focus 3 controller, and will be available for $129 in early 2022. HTC is also working with Lumen Technologies for private 5G and edge computing on the Vive Focus 3, and with XRHealth and MyndVR for therapeutic applications for the Vive Flow smart glasses.HTC announced new accessories and features coming for its Vive Focus 3 at the Consumer Electronics Show 2022 today. The first new product is the Vive Wrist Tracker to be used with the standalone VR headset.The Vive Wrist Tracker works similar to the Vive Focus 3 controller, but can provide more accurate tracking from the fingertips to the elbow while out of view of the headset's sensors. The company said it can used for activities where hands would frequently not b...

Nokia's phone-naming conventions are only getting more obscure.What you need to knowDuring CES 2022, HMD Global announced four new smartphones: the Nokia G400 ($239), Nokia G100 ($149), Nokia C200 ($119), and Nokia C100 ($99).The G400 is the only 5G model, and has a surprising 120Hz refresh rate and 6GB of RAM.It also plans to release a new clamshell flip phone, the $79 2760 Flip.All of these new phones will release in the first half of 2022.In an interview with Android Authority, the company acknowledged its failings with the Android 11 rollout.Most recent Nokia phones have fallen into the $300-or-less category, offering simple software and competent specs at an affordable entry point. Phones like the Nokia G20 and Nokia X100 have made a good impression.In 2022, it looks like HMD Global will double down on the budget smartphone category, releasing phones almost anyone can afford and partnering with more carriers. At CES 2022, HMD Global announced two new midrange "G" p...

When you begin your search for the very best Google Fit accessories, you'll be met with tons of choices. After all, Google Fit is one of the best apps out there for tracking your fitness data. So whether you're keeping track of the food you eat, the calories you burn, or your fitness progress over time, there's no shortage of options to choose from. Your search might be focused on finding the best Android smartwatch for health/fitness tracking. Other users might prefer more basic accessories. Whatever the case may be, we've got options for you.Best fitness smartwatchSamsung Galaxy Watch 4 - 40mmStaff PickIt might be new to the market, but the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 is an excellent fitness smartwatch. This makes it one of the best Google Fit accessories you can buy. Considering that it runs on Wear OS 3, you'll enjoy a seamless experience from start to finish. Android users can't go wrong with this smartwatch, especially when using Google Fit.From $210 at Samsung $210 at...

Have you gotten your hands on a PS5 yet?There's no doubt that VR gaming is becoming more of a thing as the technology matures and becomes more affordable and accessible for consumers. Headsets like the Oculus Quest 2 have helped popularize VR gaming thanks to its grab-and-go design, meaning you don't need to plug it into a computer for it to function; everything is right there for you to experience VR wherever you go.Yes, as impressive as some of the best VR headsets are, there's a ton of excitement for what's to come. With Sony teasing its next-generation PSVR2 and leaks of the Oculus Quest Pro making the rounds, we want to know what upcoming VR headsets you're looking forward to.Which upcoming VR headset are you looking forward to?While Sony kept its PSVR2 design under wraps, the company did give us a rundown of the technical specs of the headset during its CES presentation on Tuesday.The headset's controllers are dubbed PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers, which makes s...

The best mesh Wi-Fi systems are networking versions of working smarter, not harder. Compared to a traditional router, mesh systems use several smaller Wi-Fi routers placed around your home to cover you from multiple angles and dodge things like thick walls that can kill your signal. So whether you want top speed and customizability or simplicity and consistency, there's a mesh system that will work in any home. Our top pick goes to Eero, which hits all of the sweet spots of a Wi-Fi system in a small, understated housing that loses obtrusive articulating antennas. But we ranked plenty of other trusted systems as some of the best mesh Wi-Fi routers on the market today, and we've included them all on this list.Best overall mesh router: EeroEero made one of the first consumer mesh Wi-Fi systems, and the company keeps making them better with each revision. The current third generation Eero has the best blend of advanced networking features of any system available, thanks to the smal...

The feature is currently limited to Google's Pixel and select Samsung Galaxy phones.What you need to knowGoogle is bringing its "digital car key" feature to more Android phones and vehicles.Google is also making Android Auto more helpful with new features, including the ability for certain apps to be projected onto the car display. It will also soon be possible to check on the status and lock or unlock your car from your home using Google Assistant-enabled devices. Along with announcing new features to improve the multi-device experience for Android and Chrome OS users, Google has also detailed several new features and services that will soon help further enhance the driving experience in every car.Google is making it easier to use your Android phone as a car key. Google's Pixel and Samsung's best Android phones already allow users to lock, unlock, and start compatible BMW cars. In the coming months, Google plans to make it possible to use your phone as a car key witho...

Motorola MA1 brings wireless Android Auto on wired head units.What you need to knowMotorola has introduced a new dongle that enables wireless Android Auto on your car.The Motorola MA1 wireless car adapter is developed in collaboration with SGW Global.It boasts a 5GHz Wi-Fi connection for fast media transmission.Many of the best Android phones already support a wireless Android Auto experience, but the vast majority of in-car head units still rely on tethered connections. That's where Motorola's new dongle comes in, adding wireless support to your existing USB-enabled Android Auto unit.Motorola announced a new wireless car adapter for Android Auto called MA1 at CES 2022, allowing drivers to connect to their vehicle's infotainment system without pulling out a cord. The new dongle was developed in collaboration with SGW Global."The Motorola MA1 eliminates the need to plug your phone into your car's infotainment system every time you get in your car, allowing for easy acc...

The feature is expected to roll out to users sometime in the coming months.What you need to knowGoogle has announced a bunch of new features that will make Android and Chrome OS devices work better together with other devices.Fast Pair will soon let users quickly connect their Android phones with more devices — including TVs and smart home devices. Google will also introduce new features that will make it a lot easier to move content across different devices. Google is building on its efforts to make it quicker and easier to set up and move content from one device to another. The search giant on January 5 announced a ton of new features that will allow devices "from Android's ecosystem and beyond" to work better together.Unlock devices with your Wear OS watchStarting later this year, Wear OS smartwatch users will be able to unlock and access their Chromebook and Android phone or tablet when they are close by. The feature will work similarly to how Android users can ...

The company claims to have sold over 10 million Android TV and Google TV units in a year.What you need to knowTCL announced that it has sold over 10 million TVs running Android TV or Google TV annually.The latest feat makes TCL one of the largest TV manufacturers that support Google's operating system.In addition, the company unveiled new TV models at CES 2022 including a sub-$8,000 QLED-powered unit.TCL's strategy of hitting every price point in the Android TV and Google TV market over the past year appears to have paid off. The Chinese firm has revealed that it has sold more than 10 million units running Google's operating system for smart TVs.The company has claimed that it is now "one of Google's largest TV partners worldwide," which is quite a remarkable feat after only a year of launching its first Google TV models. Those TV units were unveiled at CES last year, although those models initially ran Roku's platform before the Google TV models were released.TCL made ...

Sony is stepping it up in a big way for a new generation with PS VR2.Jump to:What is the PSVR 2?PSVR 2 specsPriceRelease dateThe new controllersDisplay and lensesWired or wireless?Room scale trackingHeadset designEye-trackingFace-trackingNew types of gamesWill the original PSVR work on the PS5?From brand new controller designs to higher-fidelity visuals, there's a lot to get excited about with PS5 VR. PlayStation VR on the PS4 has been a success story in some very real ways, and Sony plans to continue that trend on the PS5. With over 5 million units sold and a steady library of games, Sony proved that VR gaming could be successful as an add-on to an already successful console. Sony has confirmed that the PSVR 2 will be a PS5-exclusive release and will debut in 2022 with some exciting new technologies in tow.If you've ever played or owned an original PSVR, you'll know that, while it's a great overall experience, there are certainly some improvements that can ...

The EcoFlow DELTA Pro offers freedom from the electrical grid, but at a steep price.Keeping an excellent portable charger handy is a relatively normal thing for people these days. Aside from charging phones, USB-C is now a more common way to charge something like the best Chromebooks, so having one of these portable power sources is almost necessary. However, when it comes to powering devices larger than a laptop, such as your home's essential appliances during a power outage, you'll need something much more substantial — like the EcoFlow DELTA Pro.The EcoFlow DELTA Pro isn't like anything you've ever seen before. It wasn't for me when I first found out about it in June 2021. Things like the Anker Powerhouse II 400 and even the Jackery Explorer 1000 are relatively common products. But for all the excellent uses of these power sources, when it comes to genuinely power-hungry electrical appliances, they can't help.I've spent the past six months putting the EcoFlow DELTA Pro thr...

One size fits all.What you need to knowFossil introduces the Skagen Falster Gen 6 smartwatch.The new smartwatch is powered by the Snapdragon Wear 4100+ chipset and will be upgradable to Wear OS 3.Skagen Falster Gen 6 retails for $295 and comes only in a 42mm case size.Fossil knows its design language isn't for everyone, which is why the company is finally introducing its latest smartwatch under the Skagen brand. The new Skagen Falster Gen 6 is basically a Fossil Gen 6 with a minimal design that we know and love.On the inside, you'll find there's nothing that differentiates the new Skagen Falster Gen 6 with the latest Fossil or Michael Kors watches. It's powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear 4100+ chipset, which should make Wear OS 2 much more manageable. It packs 8GB of storage and 1GB of RAM, the same upgraded health sensor for monitoring your vitals, and the same impressive fast charging capabilities to get you to 80% in just over 30 minutes.The differences are al...

Complete with a Chroma watch face.What you need to knowFossil introduces a limited-edition Razer variant of its Gen 6 smartwatch.The watch features engraved bands and exclusive Razer watch faces.The Razer X Fossil Gen 6 Smartwatch launches this month for $329.Only 1,337 units will be available for purchase.Fossil is stepping out of its comfort zone to launch a new smartwatch in partnership with Razer. The new Razer X Fossil Gen 6 Smartwatch takes the best of the Fossil Gen 6 and adds some additional Razer flair that the companies hope will appeal to gamers and fans of Wear OS.Off the bat, you won't find this smartwatch decked out in RGB Chroma lighting as one would hope. Instead, the Razer X Fossil Gen 6 features exclusive Razer watch faces, from a standard Analog with Razer branding to a Text watch face that spells out the current time.The watch also has a Chroma watch face, which displays a colorful ring around the edge of the display. This watch face can be custom...

It doesn't get much better than Waze when it comes to navigation apps. Not only does it safely guide you on a route from Point A to Point B, but it also provides multiple route options to avoid roads with tolls or even paths that will skip highways. This intelligent app also factors traffic, construction, and other potential roadblocks. So how does it achieve this? Through crowdsourced information acquired by its many members. What's more, you can easily switch between the different voice options in Waze's navigation app, and we'll show you how.Why would you use Waze?I use Waze on almost every drive, even when I know where I'm going. It provides useful information like estimated arrival time, obstructions on the road, advice on if there's an accident along the route or a car pulled over to the side of the road up ahead, and even when a police car or red light camera is nearby. If there's some unexpected traffic, you can even get re-routed to make it to your destination more quick...

The update is rolling out "in the next few weeks."What you need to knowMicrosoft is preparing to release Android 11 to the original Surface Duo soon.The rollout will start once the validation and certification process for Android 11 is completed.It was supposed to make its way to the foldable phone by the end of 2021, but it didn't happen.Despite a significant delay, Microsoft has confirmed that the original Surface Duo will receive Android 11 as soon as the validation and certification process for the operating system is completed.The software giant has told Windows Central that both the unlocked and locked variants of the Surface Duo are set to be upgraded from Android 10 to the next OS version "in the next few weeks." That said, a specific timeline remains unknown.Kimmo Lehtosalo, senior director of program management at Microsoft, has also revealed that the update was originally planned for release in December 2021. However, the company waited "a few more weeks to ...

What you need to knowWi-Fi Alliance releases new Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 Release 2 with new features to improve performance and power management.This certification update adds support for uplink multi-user MIMO to support greater upload activity.Power management features included broadcast target wake time (TWT), extended sleep time, and dynamic multi-user spatial multiplexing power save (SMPS).Wi-Fi networks are more important than ever with users pushing their Wi-Fi to the limit with new devices and increased demand all the time. Wi-Fi Alliance is evolving its Wi-Fi certification to meet this increasing demand with the release of Wi-Fi Certified 6 Release 2 adding support for increased uplink traffic as well as new power management features. These new features are supported across all supported bands for Wi-Fi 6 including 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz.These updates are designed to ensure the best performance possible while providing strong WPA3 security. President and CEO of Wi-Fi Al...

XGIMI's first UST projector is one of the best you'll find in this category.XGIMI is seeing a lot of momentum in the projector category, and while the brand made its name on the back of portable projectors like the Halo+, it has ventured into the high-end segment over the last 15 months with the Horizon Pro, a 4K projector that's among the best you can get right now.While XGIMI has an extensive catalog aimed at various categories, it didn't offer an ultra-short-throw (UST) option — until now. The Aura is XGIMI's first offering in the UST laser projector segment, and it goes up against recent entrants like the VAVA Chroma and the more established Optoma Cinemax P2.The XGIMI Aura offers 4K resolution with HDR10, a throw ratio of 0.233:1 that means you can put it right next to a wall and still get a big picture, 60W built-in sound, and Android TV 10 out of the box. In short, it nails the basics, and while the retail price of $2,499 sounds like a lot, it is undercutting its rival...

The Galaxy S21 FE may be fashionably late to the party thanks to supply issues and all this nonsense (waves dismissively at 2021), but it's here at last with a small price cut and a larger screen. Whether you're picking one up from Samsung or your carrier, your new phone deserves the best protection at the best price, which is why we've rounded up the best Samsung Galaxy S21 cases for you to choose from, whatever your style or budget.Vibrant gripCaseology Nano PopStaff pickThis case has the perfect blend of compact yet cushioned, flashy yet functional. Caseology's Nano Pop Series offers robust protection around the S21 FE's sweet, sweet cameras while staying slim and stylish.$17 at AmazonReady to workSupcase Unicorn Beetle Pro SeriesThis mil-spec rugged case uses its size to hold a wide, stable kickstand that works in both portrait and landscape mode. The built-in screen protector has a special circle of adhesive to ensure you still get crystal clear fingerprint s...

The app no longer lets you disable video backups over cellular data.What you need to knowGoogle has quietly removed an option in Photos to prevent video backups while using mobile data.Instead, this option has been replaced with the ability to specify a daily backup limit.The latest change removes the ability to separate video backup from photos over cellular networks.In regions where available Wi-Fi connections are limited and data allowances are small, the ability to prevent mobile data from being used to back up large media files comes in handy. Google Photos, on the other hand, has quietly removed a useful feature that allowed you to save mobile data from video backup uploads.The option to disable video backups over cellular data in Google Photos has been removed, as first noticed by 9to5Google. Previously, there were separate options to back up photos and videos over cellular data, and you can choose to only back up videos over a Wi-Fi connection.Instead, the servi...

The dual selfies cameras are housed within a notch at the top of the phone's displayWhat you need to knowVivo has launched two new photography-focused V series phones.The new V23 and V23 Pro have a unique color-changing design and feature dual front cameras. The phones are now on sale in over 50 markets, including India. BBK-owned smartphone maker Vivo on January 5 announced two new premium mid-range Android phones featuring a color-changing design and "unique selfie camera capabilities." The new Vivo V23 and V23 Pro phones have an ultra-slim 3D curved screen with a velvet-like exterior surface using Fluorite AG technology that changes its color under direct sunlight.The Vivo V23 Pro sports a 6.56-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution, HDR10+ compliance, and a 90Hz refresh rate. It is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 1200 chip, which also powers some of the best Android phones in the value flagship segment.The phone has a triple-lens camera system at the rear, fea...

SmartThings here, StartThings there, SmartThings is going to be everywhere.What you need to knowSamsung announced the Home Hub, a smart home controller display for SmartThings connected devices.The device will debut first in Korea, and there's no word on global expansion.SmartThings Hub is being integrated into more of Samsung's smart home appliances.Samsung has also become a founding member of the Home Connectivity Alliance.Samsung's CES presence didn't end with the launch of the long-awaited Galaxy S21 FE. On Tuesday, the company took to the stage to announce its latest efforts in the smart home space and SmartThings, Samsung's connected ecosystem. While the company announced plenty of smart home products, such as Bespoke home appliances, it also unveiled a new Home Hub display for controlling and monitoring devices.At first glance, Samsung's Home Hub is just a tablet with a dock, but it's really much less than that, and that seems to be the point.Home Hub is a ded...

New details also shared on the controllers and a first-party game.What you need to knowSony shared more details on its next version of PlayStation VR at CES 2022.The company confirmed that the system is being called PlayStation VR2, or PSVR2. Sony also revealed a first-party game for the system called Horizon Call of the Mountain.At CES 2022, Sony officially revealed that the next generation of PlayStation VR is called PlayStation VR2, or PSVR2. This next-generation VR is being built specifically for the PS5. The controllers are called the PlayStation VR2 Sense controllers, featuring the same haptic feedback and adaptive triggers of the DualSense.Sony also shared some technical specs for the PlayStation VR2:4K HDR, 110-degree FOV 2000×2040 per eyeFoveated renderingHeadset-based inside-out trackingUSB-C connectionOLED display3D audio90hz/120hz refresh rate supportThere's still no word on the price or release date of the headset, or a look at the official desi...

The big spec reveal!What you need to knowOnePlus has revealed most of the specs of the OnePlus 10 Pro.The phone will be powered by Qualcomm's latest flagship processor.There are a few key details that remain unknown, officially.Just yesterday, OnePlus revealed that the OnePlus 10 Pro will debut in China later this month, along with sharing a few official renders of what the device will look like. Now, the company is back again, stringing out the inevitable, as we now know what will be providing the power.As expected, the OnePlus 10 Pro will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, instantly making it a contender for one of the best Android phones, and will use LPDDR5 RAM along with UFS 3.1 storage. Unfortunately, we don't know how much RAM and storage will be available, but it's safe to assume we'll see a base configuration with 8GB and 128GB, respectively.The display itself uses the second-generation LTPO technology, which helps to enable the 120Hz refresh rate ...

The Pixel 6 will get the update later.What you need to knowGoogle is rolling out the January update for its Pixel smartphones.The security patch includes a number of bug fixes, including the Microsoft Teams emergency calling bug.The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro will receive the update later this month.The latest Pixel update is rolling out now, bringing with it the January security patch and a host of bug fixes to some of Google's best Android phones like the Pixel 5a. This marks the first update of the year for Pixel smartphones, although Pixel 6 owners will have to wait a bit longer before they can get their hands on it.The most notable fix addresses the mysterious Microsoft Teams bug that prevented users from making emergency calls. The app was already updated to address this problem, but Google is issuing its own system-wide update, which should hopefully prevent this problem from surfacing again.Microsoft Teams isn't explicitly mentioned, but the support page lists it a...

The regular Pixel 6 was the only one to get actual color options and not just metallic shades, and we deserve to flaunt those fun colors and bold accents around that eye-catching camera bar stretching across the back. This is one of the best Android phones with half a decade of updates ahead of it, and if you want your new phone to last that long, you need to grab one of the best Pixel 6 cases you can.Come to the dark sideCaseology Parallax for Google Pixel 6Staff PickWhile not many cases yet highlight that pop of red at the top of the Kinda Coral Pixel 6, Caseology leaped right in. So whether you're tracking rebel scum across the galaxy or lording over your domain, the Parallax will help you keep an iron grip upon your Pixel 6, thanks to the new diamond grip pads along the bumper.$15 at Amazon $15 at WalmartBe still, my blue heartBellroy Leather Case for Pixel 6We might not be getting a fabric case for the Pixel 6 this year, but at least Bellroy is back with anot...

The companies are working to ensure 'metaverse' isn't a proper noun.What you need to knowMicrosoft and Qualcomm are working on new processors to power the next generation of AR glasses.These new chips are designed to help make AR glasses lighter and more power-efficient.The companies announced that Microsoft Mesh and Qualcomm Spaces will be interoperable, helping to cohesively build metaverse software technologies.The metaverse is about as an ambiguous topic as you can get — despite the implication that Meta could own such a term given its recent rebrand from Facebook — but the term encompasses so much more than living in a virtual world hidden behind a pair of VR glasses. That's why Microsoft and Qualcomm have partnered up to develop both hardware and software technologies for one specific corner of the metaverse market.We're talking specifically about AR glasses, a type of smart glasses that packs transparent or projected displays in the lenses of a pair of glasses ...

The COVID-19 pandemic forced developers to adapt their work pipelines and finish games from home. It's led to multiple delays.We saw 2020 begin with a slew of high-profile game delays, most notably Cyberpunk 2077 and the Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Then, COVID-19 struck and threw the games industry through a head-spinning loop through 2021. As 2022 begins, more delays continue to hit the industry as developers truly begin to understand the effects the pandemic had on their work pipeline.So we've compiled a list of every game delayed from 2021 and beyond. Some of these games are stalled indefinitely, while others have set release windows or a final release date. We'll continually update this list as more game news develops.Jump to:Destiny 2: The Witch QueenDying Light 2Elden RingFinal Fantasy 16Ghostwire: TokyoGod of War RagnarokGotham KnightsGran Turismo 7Hogwarts LegacyHorizon Forbidden WestLego Star Wars: The Skywalker SagaPrince of Persia: The Sands of TimeRainb...

Anker launches the smallest 100W GaN charger at CES 2022.What you need to knowAnker launches its smallest 100W Gallium Nitride (GaN) charging adapter.The Anker 736 Charger (Nano II 100W) is capable of charging up to three devices simultaneously.The Nano II 100W will go on sale in March for $79.Anker continues to make some of the best USB-C chargers on the market, and at CES 2022, the company adds to its repertoire of impressive wall adapters with its new Anker 736 Charger.Also known as the Nano II 100W, the new adapter is capable of charging three devices at once thanks to its two USB-C ports and single USB-A port, making it fairly versatile. However, while it may support up to 100W, that figure is only for a single device, so you can expect lower wattage when charging multiple devices.Anker claims its new charger is the "world's smallest 100W Gallium Nitride (GaN) wall charger." That's pretty impressive, considering there are quite a few contenders among the best 100...

If you're looking to improve your fitness routine by tracking workouts with an Android smartwatch, there are several options. We recommend the Garmin Vivoactive 4 as the best fitness smartwatch for many reasons. First, you'll have tons of perks, including GPS, activity/sleep tracking, music storage, and full waterproofing. You get a perfect blend of smartwatch perks and fitness tracking features, so it might be just what you're looking for. But other top picks will fit any style or budget, and they're all right here.Best overall: Garmin Vivoactive 4The Garmin Vivoactive 4 isn't the newest watch on the market anymore, but it's still one of the best fitness smartwatches you can buy. Most importantly, it offers some significant upgrades compared to its predecessor, including on-screen workouts, two size options, and music storage is now a standard feature. It's not quite as expensive as it once was, but it's not the cheapest option either. With that said, it's a phenomenal fitnes...

What you need to knowAsus ROG announces the new ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 Wi-Fi 6E router and ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro Wi-Fi 6 router.The Rapture GT-AXE16000 is a quad-band Wi-Fi 6E gaming router with two 5GHz bands and one 6GHz band.The Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro is a tri-band gaming router with next-gen Broadcom Wi-Fi 6 chipsets.Asus ROG held its CES 2022 The Rise of Gamers Launch Event on YouTube and announced a handful of new gaming devices including two new routers including one Wi-Fi 6E router. The first router is the impressive ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 which ROG calls the world's first quad-band Wi-Fi 6E gaming router. ROG also announced an updated AX11000 router with the ROG Rapture GT-AX11000 Pro.The Rapture GT-AXE16000 features a single 2.4GHz band, two 5GHz bands, and a 6GHz band. All of the 5GHz and 6GHz bands run at a full 4.8Gbps with four streams. This is one more 5GHz band than the previous ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 Wi-Fi 6E router. This router is equipped with t...

In June 2020, Google launched a feature that Android users had been anxiously awaiting for years — its answer to Apple's AirDrop. It came in the form of something called "Nearby Share," allowing you to easily share links to other Android users through a streamlined and simple process. Nearby Share is now available on all Android phones, and if you aren't quite sure how to use it, we'll be walking you through all of its ins and outs. Let's get started!Products used in this guideAndroid goodness: Google Pixel 4a (From $280 at Amazon)How to use Nearby Share on your Android phoneTo get the ball rolling, we'll take a look at how you initiate Nearby Share on your phone to share something with a contact. It's just as easy as sharing something through any other app on your phone, with the whole process going as follows:Tap the share icon on something you want to share (it looks like three circles with lines connecting them).Swipe up on the Android share menu.Tap the Nearby...

Great new features, still no requirement for a monthly subscription.What you need to knowEufy Security Video Doorbell Dual sports two cameras, local storage, local AI processing, and 6-month battery life for $259.99.Eufy Garage-Control Cam lets users open and close their garage remotely and supports continuous 24/7 recording with local storage.As with other Eufy Security products, everything is stored and processed locally and requires no monthly subscription.If you were in the market for one of the best video doorbells that store locally, Eufy's got a brand new entry for you to consider. Eufy, an Anker company, announced the Eufy Security Video Doorbell Dual, a mouthful of a product that packs two cameras onto a battery-powered wireless video doorbell.The main camera sports 2K resolution and a 160-degree FoV like the Eufy Video Doorbell, and an additional down-facing camera is specifically designed to detect packages with its 120-degree FoV and 1080p quality. Also new to...

AT&T launches its latest affordable 5G option.The Fusion 5G does not support mmWave 5G as previously reported. The article has been updated to reflect the new information. We apologize for the error.What you need to knowAT&T launches an affordable 5G smartphone with wireless charging support.The Fusion 5G features a 48MP quad-camera array and is powered by a MediaTek chipset.It goes on sale for $220 on Friday, January 7.Affordable 5G smartphones are on the rise, and AT&T has thrown itself into the mix with its latest smartphone launch. The Fusion 5G may not be the most robust offering out there, but it does come with a notable feature that's hard to beat at this price.The Fusion 5G is unique in that it supports wireless charging. You'll be hard-pressed to find a smartphone at this price with wireless charging support, even among the best Android phones under $300. And while it's not exactly a must-have feature, it's a nice one to have for those of you that h...

The Oculus Quest 2 successor may be just a few months away from launch.What you need to knowThe Quest Pro will use MiniLED screens in its displays.The Quest 3 will use uOLED screens in its displays.Meta has signed a deal to begin production for these displays with Changxin Technology.Brad Lynch, a tech and VR analyst, took to Twitter today to reveal some new information about some of Meta's upcoming VR devices. He mostly focused in information about the displays Meta is planning on using in the Quest Pro and Quest 3, but he also discussed other specs for the headsets as well as their production timelines.Meta Cambria (Q2 2022) will include MiniLED screens. Targeting to sell 3 million HMD units in its first year.Quest 3 is planned to include uOLED. Meta signed deal to build production lines for these displays with Changxin TechnologyConnect 2023 announce/release soon after— Brad Lynch | CES 2022 (@SadlyItsBradley) January 4, 2022The leak claimed that the Quest Pro, r...

Finding the best U.S. wireless carrier can be a bit daunting because they all have a different approach to the same goal. Luckily for the consumers, this competition helps drive these companies to continue to improve their networks and plans. So for most people, all of these carriers are likely to have some coverage appeal, whether it's LTE or 5G. Overall, T-Mobile is the best carrier thanks to improvements in its LTE coverage and the largest 5G network with great mid-band coverage already available.Best overall: T-MobileT-Mobile has continued to improve its network consistently over the past few years, with some of the biggest improvements coming in its 5G network. T-Mobile has used low-band spectrum to start its 5G network and improve its LTE network coverage with mid-band 2.5GHz spectrum, adding more capacity where needed. This mid-band spectrum from its purchase of Sprint has allowed T-Mobile to get a serious lead in mid-band 5G as its competitors have had to delay C-band d...

An impressive Chromebook to start the year off.What you need to knowAt CES 2022, the HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook was announced.The Elite Dragonfly Chromebook is the world's first to use a haptic-touch trackpad.Pricing has not yet been revealed, but the Elite Dragonfly will launch sometime in April.It's not often that looking at the features of any given Chromebook makes you go "wow." But that's exactly what the HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook has done, as this is one impressive option that is sure to rank amongst the best Chromebooks of the year.Announced at CES 2022, the HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook sports a 13.5-inch touchscreen display, but there are a couple of different configurations to choose from. In addition to your traditional glossy screen with 400 nits of brightness, HP is adding a QHD option with a 2256 x 1504 resolution and another that sports an anti-glare display that can reach up to 1,000 nits of brightness.Powering this series of Dragonfly Chromeboo...

The HyperX Cloud Alpha wireless headset is claimed to feature the "world's first" 300-hour battery life.What you need to knowHyperX unveiled a new line of gaming accessories at CES 2022.One of these new devices is the HyperX Clutch gaming controller for Android and PC.There's also the HyperX Cloud Alpha wireless headset, which is claimed to feature a 300-hour battery life. The HyperX Clutch controller is set to be available for $49.99 in March, while the HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless headset is coming at $199.99 in February. HyperX made some big announcements at CES 2022, revealing multiple new gaming accessories. There's the new HyperX Clutch gaming controller for Android and PC, which sports a USB-C to USB-A cable and a 19-hour battery life. The Clutch controller also uses 2.4Ghz wireless and Bluetooth support for Android mobile devices.If you're tired of having to grab an Android gaming controller and a phone mount separately, you'll be happy to know that the HyperX Clu...

It really matters whether or not you have a OnePlus phone.OnePlus made a name for itself by doing things its own way, first as a budget brand that punched above its weight, and more recently, as an established company that makes high-end products. That largely describes its history-making phones, whereas its audio products don't necessarily follow the same pattern.The OnePlus Buds Z2 are not flagship wireless earbuds, but they do come with a value proposition. Pay less than you would for some comparable earbuds and get more out of them. It's just that the only way to really sweeten the deal is if you pair them with a OnePlus phone.OnePlus Buds Z2 review:Price and availabilityWhat's good What's not goodThe competitionShould you buy?At a glanceOnePlus Buds Z2 Bottom line: OnePlus puts the Buds Z2 in budget ter...

Linksys Hydra Pro 6What you need to knowLinksys launches a new Wi-Fi 6 router with the Linksys Hydra Pro 6.The Hydra Pro 6 has a dual-band AX5400 connection with 160MHz support.It's powered by the Qualcomm Immersive Home 216 platform for extra connection stability.Linksys has revealed a new WI-Fi 6 router called the Hydra Pro 6 with a dual-band Wi-Fi 6 connection. This AX5400 router has a 2.4GHz band capable of 600Mbps and a 5GHz band capable of 4.8Gbps. With six streams, this router is designed to handle the pressure of multiple devices connected simultaneously without dropping a connection. It's speed is also helped with support for 160MHz on the 5GHz band.The Linksys Hydra Pro 6 is a good fit for most homes with up to 2,700 square feet of coverage and the potential for mesh expansion. The Hydra Pro 6 retails for $299.99 and is set to be available starting January 4, 2022 at Linksys.com with other retailers to follow. Linksys Hydra Pro 6Under the hood, the Hydra Pr...

The latest ECOVACs robot vacuum cleans its own mop and empties its dustbin so you don't have to.What you need to knowCES 2022 is currently taking place in Las Vegas this week.ECOVACS announced a new robot vacuum called the DEEBOT X1 OMNI.It's a self-cleaning unit that empties its own dustbin and cleans its mops after use. It comes with a docking station and features object avoidance technology. During CES 2022, we've already seen several exciting tech announcements and there are bound to be plenty more. Today, ECOVACS revealed its latest robot vacuum, the DEEBOT X1 OMNI. It's designed with modern living in mind and can empty its own dustbin, refill its water tank, and both clean and dry its mops using the including docking station. Plus, it has excellent suction and object detection to provide a more thorough and problem-free cleaning session.That way, instead of needing to empty the dustbin everyday owners only have to empty a large bag inside the dock every few wee...