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Using one of the best ergonomic keyboards relieves unnecessary strain on your wrists, shoulders, and posture caused by traditional keyboards. Using a proper keyboard can make even the best Chromebook better. When it comes to ergonomic keyboard styles, there are several to choose from. Some offer a curved split design, whereas others have a slight wave to the keys. Here are the best choices when it comes to ergonomic keyboards.Best wireless ergonomic keyboardsSilent, yet accurateLogitech Ergo K860 Wireless Ergonomic Keyboard with Wrist RestStaff PickWhere the Logitech K350 mentioned previously offers a small posture change to typing, the Ergo K860 has a wider split to its keys and an arch to the overall board shape. Together with shallow-scooped keys that are quiet when pressed, these features offer a more serene typing experience. The wireless Ergo K860 is also part of the Logitech Unifying Receiver, so it uses the same adapter for your other compatible accessories.Fr...

Besides a faster chipset, the phone also boasts a 720Hz touch sampling rate.What you need to knowThe RedMagic 6S Pro is Nubia's latest flagship gaming phone.It is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888+ chipset and features an AMOLED display with a 720Hz touch sampling rate. The RedMagic 6S Pro will go on sale globally from September 27 for a starting price of $599.ZTE's Nubia sub-brand has announced a feature-packed new gaming phone to take the fight to ASUS' ROG Phone 5S series.The new RedMagic 6S Pro is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888+ processor, which promises slightly faster performance compared to the Snapdragon 888 chip that powers nearly all the best Android phones of 2021. Along with a new chipset, the RedMagic 6S Pro also brings Nubia's ICE 7.0 cooling system with "Phase Change Materials (PCM." There's an active cooling fan too, with four RGB LEDs.Nubia's latest gaming phone comes with a similar 6.8-inch 165Hz AMOLED display as the RedMagic 6 Pro, but the t...

It appears that Google is finally getting into the smartwatch game with the first Pixel Watch this year — here's what we know so far.From the beginning of Google's wearable strategy, it has always relied on other OEMs to carry the hardware torch for its software. However, that doesn't mean fans of Wear OS, and Android Wear before it, haven't been clamoring for an official smartwatch from the software giant.After years of rumors for a Google-branded wearable that always ended in disappointment for Wear OS fans, 2021 looks to be the year that a Google Pixel Watch may actually arrive alongside the Pixel 6 lineup. Here's what we know so far about the Pixel Watch.Jump to:Announcement & release datePriceModelsDesignSpecs and softwarePixel Watch: Announcement and release dateAs of right now, we don't have anything official from Google in terms of a Pixel Watch being released this year. However, far more leaks and information have pointed toward this being the y...

It will apparently be available to beta users on Android first.Update, Sep 6 (3:15 a.m. ET): First screenshot leaksWhat you need to knowWhatsApp has reportedly started working on message reactions.The feature is currently in the early stages of development, so we will have to wait a few more weeks to learn more.Message reactions will be available on all platforms — including WhatsApp web.As per WABetaInfo, WhatsApp is working on message reactions, which will allow users to react to a message using emojis. Signal, which is one the best Android messaging apps, added emoji reactions in February last year. Popular text messaging apps such as Apple's iMessage and Google Messages also allow users to reply to messages with emoji reactions.As you can see in the screenshot above, users will receive a message asking them to update to a newer version of WhatsApp when they receive a reaction. Sadly, no other details regarding the feature are available right now. There's also no w...

The Centurion charges up to four devices and has 100W PD, but there's no Warp Charge 65.There's a decent amount of choice if you're looking for the best 100W USB-C chargers, but most of these options are aimed at the U.S. market and not available in India. The few chargers that are sold in the country are either absurdly costly or from no-name brands with sketchy reliability.That said, there are brands like Stuffcool and AMX that offer charging solutions built for India, and the latest offering from Stuffcool is particularly noteworthy. The Centurion is a 100W USB PD charger that has two USB-C and two USB-A ports, and it works with a variety of fast charging standards in addition to PD, including Samsung's Fast Adaptive Charging, OPPO VOOC, and OnePlus' Warp Charge.So if you are looking for a unified charging solution for your notebook, phone, as well as any accessories, the Centurion may just be the ideal option.Stuffcool Centurion review:Price and availabilityWhat I ...

The company's next value flagship is set to be a solid upgrade over last year's Mi 10T Pro.Update, Sep 6 (2:20 a.m. ET): Xiaomi teases 120W "HyperCharge" support for the 11T ProWhat you need to knowXiaomi has teased the launch of its next affordable Android flagship.The 11T series could debut at a global launch event on September 15. Rumors suggest Xiaomi's upcoming 11T Pro will have a 120Hz OLED display and support 120W wired charging. Xiaomi today teased the launch of a new affordable flagship that could give the best Android phones from Samsung and OnePlus a run for their money. The phone is set to debut at a global launch event on September 15 and is likely to be a successor to last year's Mi 10T Pro.We promise this will be an exciting moment for all of you!Save the date, don't miss out! #XiaomiProductLaunch pic.twitter.com/DylGw33XSu— Xiaomi (@Xiaomi) August 23, 2021As per a video posted by Vietnamese YouTube channel The Pixel last week, the 11T Pro will arri...

You snooze, you lose?Update, Sep 6 (2:15 a.m. ET): Google confirms a fix is on the wayWhat you need to knowMany angry Android users are reporting issues with Google's Clock app and alarms.The bug is apparently affecting several different devices, including Pixel phones.Customers are also reporting issues with Spotify's integration with their alarms.Android Central recently received a tip from a reader that many Android users have been experiencing issues with Google's stock Clock app over the past week. The tipster pointed us to a r/GooglePixel thread on Reddit where the issue was being discussed, and also mentioned the spate of 1-star reviews that the app has been receiving lately on the Google Play store.Angry app users have been complaining that their alarms in the Clock app are not going off as expected and that they are not receiving alarm notifications either. There have also been complaints that alarms are no longer working with Spotify playlists, and some user...

No need to manually curate your movie or recipe collectionsWhat you need to knowGoogle has rolled out a new design for the Collections tab in the Google app.The tab now displays automated recommendations categorized in AI-curated segments.Google is gradually rolling out the new experience.Google pushed a major update to the Collections tab last year, putting it front and center in the Google app along with AI-powered capabilities to automatically create curated lists. Now, it looks like Google has redesigned that experience in the app to reflect those changes.The Collections tab now displays several carousels of automated suggestions that are fundamental to some of Google's services, as spotted by 9to5Google. There's a new "Quick access" section at the top where your most recent searches are shown, including the places you've saved in Google Maps or movies you'd like to watch. You can also modify that list with a quick-edit button at the top right corner. Below th...

With a somewhat disjointed broadcast schedule, animation fans have been left on tenterhooks waiting for the conclusion of the latest season of Dan Harmon's madcap show, but the wait is now finally over.Read on to find out how to stream Rick and Morty and watch the season 5 finale online from anywhere in the world.After a brief break in the weekly broadcasts of season 5, concluding Episodes 9 and 10 are now set to be shown as part of a special 1-hour finale on Adult Swim in the US.Followers of the show have been have been left wondering what happens next after episode eight ( "Rickternal Friendshine of the Spotless Mort") saw titular scientist Rick rekindle his friendship with Bird Man, while also giving a intriguing glimpse into his backstory.Very little hints have been given as to what we can expect from the final two installments of the season, with episode 9's title "Forgetting Sarick Mortshall" appearing to reference the movie Forgetting Sarah Marshall and hinting at a pos...

Marvel's new mobile game has some features players should get familiar with.Marvel Future Revolution is a surprisingly feature-rich open-world RPG that stars the luminaries of the Marvel universe. Players can select from a group of famous superheroes and take on a number of the biggest villains to protect multiple worlds that have converged. It's got a very forgiving learning curve, so most parts of the game should be easy to understand.That said, there are a few things you should know if you're just starting — things I wish I'd known when I began playing the game. So here are some helpful tips to remember when you're starting the game for the first time.Dodge, dodge, dodge some moreThe dodge button is a relatively small one underneath the attacks, but it's an essential one, and you should get cozy with it as quickly as you can. Most heroes can tank attacks fairly well in the early stages of the game, so it's very easy to forget how to dodge. I recommend you should practi...

Earlier this year, Samsung announced it would be shutting down some Samsung Cloud services, including photo backups. The cutoff date got pushed back, but naturally, if you're using Samsung Cloud, you're going to want to move your photos to another cloud service as soon as possible. Fortunately, you can probably do this all in one fell swoop, with a bit of preparation ahead of time.Most cloud services, including OneDrive (the one Samsung recommends #kickbacks), Google Drive, and Dropbox, among others, have apps you can install on your PC that automatically syncs files to and from the cloud on the file as changes happen. So the first thing you'll want to do is download and install the PC app for the service you want to use. If you'd like to use Google Drive, we have instructions for that. Once that's all set up, you can start downloading the photos from your Samsung cloud account. The beautiful part is, as they're downloaded, assuming you download them to a synced folder for another ...

Is this move a case of cutting off its nose to spite its face?Last week I came across an intriguing article by Michael Simon over at MacWorld which speculated that Fitbit could be alienating or even abandoning its base of iOS customers with the release of the next premium smartwatch.It might seem strange that I, as an Android user, would care all that much much about this possibility. However, as someone who has many friends and family that use Fitbits with their iPhones, the idea that they might not be able to do so in the future did pique my interest. Just within my own circle, I can easily envision lots of unhappy Fitbit fans if Google were to decide to ignore iOS for its smartwatches and trackers in the future. To be clear, the idea that Google and Fitbit would abandon their iOS users is speculation at this point.Now I want to be clear that, as of yet, there is no evidence that Google/Fitbit plans to abandon their iOS user base. It's pure conjecture at this point, thou...

Following last weekend's rainy Belgian Grand Prix, Formula 1 drivers and teams are heading to the Netherlands for this year's Dutch Grand Prix and we have all the details on how you can watch the race on TV or online.Formula 1 fans were left disappointed last weekend at the Belgian Grand Prix as the race was called off as a result of inclement weather before the fifth lap around the Spa. The race was stopped and then restarted with drivers behind a safety car for a few slow laps before Red Bull's Max Verstappen was given the win as he had completed two laps according to Formula 1's rules.Verstappen's rival, Lewis Hamilton ended up finishing the short race in third place and calling the whole situation "a farce". While Verstappen won the race, he was only awarded half points for his podium. Although these points didn't push Verstappen past Hamilton in the standings, he is quickly closing in on his rival who has 202.5 points compared to his 199.5 points. We're more than halfway thr...

The feature makes all file types accessible on the web even if your internet is down.What you need to knowGoogle has announced the general availability of offline viewing for all file types in Google Drive on the web.The new feature lets you access PDFs, images, Microsoft Office documents and other non-Google files even without an internet connection.It's gradually rolling out to all Drive users and should be live for everyone by next week.In early 2019, Google began testing an option in Google Drive's web version that lets you make all file types such as PDFs, images, office Microsoft Office documents available for offline viewing. Now, that feature has come out of beta.Google has announced the general availability of offline mode in Drive on the web. The new capability allows everyone to mark all file types accessible even without an internet connection. It comes in handy for people who frequently travel to areas where internet connections can get spotty. Previously, on...

This won't apply to future cross-generation Sony Worldwide Studios titles though.What you need to knowHorizon Forbidden West is the next big game from Guerrilla Games and PlayStation Studios.When preorders for the game were announced, players were told there was no free upgrade from the PS4 to PS5 versions. This was despite a free upgrade being promised when a PS4 version of Horizon Forbidden West was first announced. Sony has reversed the decision, promising PS4 players a free upgrade to the PS5 version. Horizon Forbidden West owners on PS4 will be given a free upgrade to the PS5 version at no extra cost, per Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO Jim Ryan via PlayStation Blog."Last year we made a commitment to deliver free upgrades for our cross-gen launch titles, which included Horizon Forbidden West. While the pandemic's profound impact pushed Forbidden West out of the launch window we initially envisioned, we will stand by our offer," Ryan writes.Ryan also notes that ...

Tracking gameplay stats and match results in PUBG Mobile reveals much more than bragging rights over your friends. Knowing where to find this data — and how to learn from it — is important for working your way up the tier ladder.PUBG Mobile records the full results — every shot fired and every kilometer traveled — of every completed match is recorded, which means you're able to go back and analyze your match results from the past 30 days. So along with celebrating your wins, you can review how each match performance affects your ranking score in one of the best Android games.The game also does a good job of compiling all your personal data across each season and server into a handy graph that breaks down your career combat and survival performance. Here's how to find match results in PUBG Mobile without getting lost.How to find and read your statisticsWhile PUBG Mobile does a good job compiling your stats, they don't grant you direct access to them from the home scr...

Flagship-grade cameraGoogle Pixel 4a$350 at Best BuyProsTerrific camera performanceStock Android experienceFirst in line for Android feature/security updatesCompact design for one-handed useConsAll-plastic bodySingle rear camera isn't versatile enoughNo wireless charging supportImproving even further on the same approach used by its much-lauded predecessors, Google's Pixel 4a offers top-tier camera performance, great battery life, clean software experience, and more at an affordable price. Yes, there are some misses, but they don't change the fact that the Pixel 4a is an excellent overall package.Top-of-the-line designTCL 10 Pro$370 at Best BuyProsPremium all-glass constructionFairly clean and snappy softwareCustomizable "Smart Key" for added convenience3.5mm audio port and IR blasterConsQuad-lens rear camera setup is just averageDated hardwareWonky in-display fingerprint sensorAs one of TCL's first phones to make it to the US...

Google launched Stadia a little over a year ago, giving players access to some of their favorite games without owning a console or gaming PC. While Stadia can be used as a free service, Google offers a Stadia Pro membership for $9.99/month, which gives subscribers access to special discounts, upgraded 4K streaming options, and one or more free games to claim per month. Once you claim a game in Pro, it's yours to keep as long as you're subscribed, similar to how PlayStation Plus works.The free games with Pro can then be played as long as your Stadia Pro subscription is active but are only available to be claimed for a limited time, so make sure you're checking back every month as we update the list of games available. If you cancel or suspend your Pro subscription and then decide to resubscribe in the future, all previously claimed games will return to your library. Also, some of the best Stadia games were offered on Pro in the past so make sure you claim each game every month.Her...

Google can't seem to get it together.Google makes plenty of great apps for smartphones, whether they're on iOS or the best Android phones ... that is, when they work. While no app developer is perfect and apps can often experience bugs, Google can't seem to get its apps and services together to just work. Something important always seems to break, which can render some apps and even phones useless.A couple of Google-specific bugs have hit our radar this week, and we want to know if you've dealt with any of them or perhaps others.Have you been experiencing Android or Wear OS bugs lately?One pesky bug that's plagued users for some time involves Google Messages refusing to connect to RCS, leaving users without any of the useful chat features like real-time typing indicators, read receipts, and high-resolution media. Instead, users find that the app will be stuck verifying or trying to connect to the service without actually doing so.Another, possibly more annoying, bug has to...

This watch needs a bit more finessing than your last one. Get a watch face like CEED by Almarinov from Facer for $1.99.The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 has quickly become the best Android smartwatch, bringing the best of Tizen and Wear OS together in one watch. While there are still rough edges to work out, it's the best wearable experience we've seen in the Android ecosystem to date.After getting the watch paired to your phone and logged in to both your Samsung and Google accounts, there are some hidden and not-so-hidden Galaxy Watch 4 settings you'll want to fix to give you the proper experience. Do one or do all — but at least do the first of these; it'll make replying to messages or using voice input in apps much easier.Jump to:Turn on Google SpeechSet your double-tap shortcutApp installationSort your app drawerFind a Complicated faceAdjust heart-rate trackingSet screen timeoutDisable its ability to take phone calls Set the Text-to-speech engine to Google Speec...

English boxer Josh Warrington will attempt to rewrite the script tonight at the Emerald Headingley Stadium in his hometown of Leeds when he takes on Mexican boxer Mauricio Lara for the second time this year and we have all the details on how you can watch Lara vs Warrington 2 online.Back in February at the SSE Arena in London, 30-year-old Josh "The Leeds Warrior" Warrington and 23-year-old Mauricio "Bronco" Lara met in the ring for a featherweight showdown. While Warrington wanted to "put Leeds on the map" at their previous encounter by becoming the city's first male boxing world champion, Lara proved to be quite a formidable opponent.Lara managed to dominate Warrington from start to finish and he even managed to put him on the canvas during the fourth round with a left hook. However, it was during the ninth round that Lara once again knocked him down with a left hook before the fight was immediately called off by the referee. Not only did Warrington lose to Lara who he expected ...

Google giving manufacturers more control is what made Android so popular.With over two billion users, Android is the most popular computer operating system in the world. There are more Android users than iPhone users and even more Android users than Windows users. It's amazing what Google was able to do with the platform in 10 years. But Google really isn't the reason why Android became so popular.We all know how different Android can look and feel on different brands of phones or even different phones from the same brand. This is why there are more than 2 billion users. With Android, Google used this system to make manufacturers and phone carriers want to use it because everyone can make more money. Money is what matters here, and there is plenty of it to go around.Wear OS 3 has arrived with the Galaxy Watch 4, and we see something very similar. It's an Android Wear OS-powered wearable with Bixby instead of Google Assistant (though Assistant may be coming), it ties into Samsun...

Team USA will be hoping to take back the title as they face Europe on home soil in Ohio this weekend in women's golf's most prestigious event.Watch every ball of this unmissable event with our 2021 Solheim Cup live stream guide below.USA won't need any encouragement having lost out to Europe in agonising style last time out at the Gleneagles PGA Centenary Course in Scotland back in 2019.Catriona Matthew will once again captain Team Europe again, while Californian Pat Hurst will lead the home side.Team USA will be hoping current world No.1 Nelly Korda can bring her good form to proceedings, with the star joined by her sister Jessica, as well as Lexi Thompson, Danelle Kang, Ally Ewing, Lizette Salas, Megan Khang and Brittany Altomare in a formidable American line up that also includes rookies Jennifer Kupcho, Mina Harigae and Yealimi Noh and LPGA Drive On Championship winner Austin Ernst.Europe meanwhile brings an experienced squad to Ohio, with their hopes resting on Georgia ...

The F2-221 is a 2-bay budget NAS that nails the fundamentals.There are a lot of great choices if you're looking to set up a home server for the first time. A network attached storage (NAS) server lets you manage your media library from a centralized location, and then stream content to all connected devices on your home network. You also get the ability to back up photos and videos automatically from your phones, set up a custom mail server, run virtual machines, and so much more.We've highlighted the best home NAS enclosures, and one model that has done well over the years is TerraMaster's F2 series. The budget 2-bay NAS in TerraMaster's portfolio has plenty to offer, with the F2-221 featuring two drive bays that can hold a total of 32TB of storage, two Gigabit Ethernet ports, HDMI connectivity, and a great overall value.So if you're looking to get started with a home server for the first time or are interested in upgrading from an older model, this is what you need to know ab...

Google is snapping up the team behind the now-defunct Mailbox email client on iOS and Mac.What you need to knowGoogle Workspace has agreed to acquire Playspace, a dedicated platform for virtual meetings and collaboration.Playspace will be integrated into Workspace as a new experience.It will switch off access to the service next week, and all customer data will be wiped out.Google is acquiring Playspace, a collaborative platform for virtual meetings, brainstorming, and hangouts. Playspace has confirmed that it has signed a definitive agreement to join Google Workspace and the many tools it has to offer on the best laptops and Android phones.In a statement provided to Android Central, a Google spokesperson confirmed the company's latest move: We've entered into an agreement to acquire Playspace as part of Google Workspace. Playspace is led by a talented team that shares our vision for delivering solutions that support the hybrid future of work. We'll keep you post...

Alvo has a quicker draw than Leon Kennedy.What you need to knowAvlo already launched on PSVR earlier this yearIt will be the first game in the Oculus Quest ecosystem that won't be supported on the original Quest.It's set to enter a closed beta period soon.Earlier this week, Outsidein Entertainment, the studio behind Alvo took to Reddit to announce that their VR multiplayer shooter had been approved for an Oculus Quest release following its PSVR release back in April. The announcement came paired with an open call for beta testers on the Oculus Quest Subreddit. Curiously, the post only encouraged Quest 2 owners to join their Discord server.UploadVR followed up with the developer to determine whether the beta's exclusivity to the Quest 2 was only during the beta period, or if Alvo would launch only on Quest 2. Following this, Outsidein Entertainment confirmed to them that Alvo would be launching without Quest 1 support. They also confirmed that this was largely due to the...

AT&T is apparently sending customers all kinds of phones.What you need to knowAT&T customers have reportedly begun receiving free Galaxy devices from the carrier.Replacement phones are being sent due to the company's impending 3G shutdown.Phones include the Galaxy Note 9, Note 10, and other older devices.With companies preparing to shut down older networks, customers stuck with incompatible smartphones are left needing to replace their devices. And while affected customers can always request a new device, AT&T has apparently decided to take a more proactive approach with its replacement program.A report from Android Police highlights how the site founder Artem Russakovskii received a Samsung Galaxy Note 9 out of nowhere, and others on Reddit have apparently received "new" smartphones as well without requesting one. And while the Galaxy Note 9 is a bit aged, it's admittedly better than the Radiant Core device some users were getting before.Android Police stat...

You can try to play Black Desert Mobile with a Bluetooth controller, but it's not encouraged or ideal.Best answer: Black Desert Mobile has limited controller support. While you will be able to move and fight with a controller, effectively everything else needs to be done with the touchscreen, including interacting with any NPCs or menus. Because of this, it's not worth it to connect a controller to play Black Desert Mobile.What is Black Desert Mobile?Black Desert Mobile isn't just a mobile port of the popular MMORPG Black Desert Online; it's its own game within the same universe. In Black Desert Mobile, the fantasy nations of Calpheon and Valencia are duking it out over powerful Black Stones that harbor immense power. Players can customize their own characters, including their class, and set out on their adventure.Does Black Desert Mobile have controller support?Yes and no. While you can technically connect a Bluetooth controller, and it will work with Black Desert Mobile, ...

Smart lighting isn't just limited to turning your bulbs on and off from your phone or changing their colors by asking Alexa. With the best smart light bulbs, you can even soup up your gaming rig with lights that follow the rhythm and beats of your games, turning your entire room into a living visualizer. These are some of the top smart lights for gaming to consider.Bulbs for your lampsPhilips Hue White and Color Ambiance - LED Smart BulbStaff PickIf you don't already have an elaborate smart lighting rig, why not start simple with a couple of bulbs? You can start with one, two, or however many Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance bulbs you want and connect directly to your phone via Bluetooth. No hub needed. Philips Hue partners with gaming brands like Razer so that your lights can match the changing colors of your Chroma-powered peripherals.$100 at Amazon (3 Pack) $100 at Best Buy (3 Pack) $80 at Walmart (2 Pack)Ambient glowPhilips Hue Bluetooth Smart LightstripJu...

You can opt in or out of different experiments.What you need to knowYouTube is giving users quick access to new experimental features through the Android app.Users can opt in and out of new features like comment translations and Picture-in-Picture.The feature appears to be available only for YouTube Premium subscribers.YouTube isn't shy about experimenting with new features in its app, and now users will be able to try them out with just a click of a button from the mobile app.Android Police spotted a new banner in the YouTube in the app for Premium subscribers that gives them quick access to experimental features. It can be found in the YouTube app under "Your Premium benefits" and a little section inviting you to "try new features."So far, it appears that two features are available for users to try out; one that allows comments to be translated with the tap of a button, and another that enables picture-in-picture mode for iOS users.The page notes that users are on...

Plan aheadMint MobileFrom $15/mo. at Mint MobileProsLots of dataUnlimited calls and textsCompatible with most phonesDiscounts in bulkConsMust buy at least three monthsBuy in bulk to save money for service on T-Mobile's network with Mint Mobile. Plans come in 4GB, 10GB, and 15GB packages with an unlimited plan with up to 35GB of high-speed data. Calls and texts are unlimited, and calling to Mexico and Canada is included.Start smallTing MobileFrom $10/mo. at Ting MobileProsLow cost of entryLots of hotspot data on the unlimited plansCheap entry priceCompatible with most phonesConsGets expensive with lots of dataTing is a great value for many people, especially light users looking for a plan that starts cheap but can still use data without getting too expensive. Ting also has great options for those that need a lot of data with two unlimited plans that come with 22GB or 35GB of data.Ting's Flex plan is a great starting point for...

When it comes to smart light bulbs, you may not be as familiar with Govee lights bulbs and lights strips as you are with other popular brands such as Philips Hue, but it would be a mistake to overlook this unique player. Since 2017 Govee has aimed to upgrade everyday life with its colorful smart LED lights that let you illuminate and customize your space. Whether you're looking to brighten up your living room, backyard, or entertainment room, these are the best Govee light bulbs and light strips to get.Best overall bulb: Govee Wi-Fi Smart Light BulbsIf you're looking for the best Govee light bulb, then you don't have to look much further than Govee's color-changing smart light bulbs that easily connect to your home Wi-Fi. These bulbs are compatible with Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa, so if you use one of these ecosystems, you can turn your lights on or off with a quick voice command and through the app.Govee smart light bulbs can help you transform your space or create th...

The feature is coming to Samsung phones first, with wider availability kicking off at a later date.Update, Sep 3 (1:25 p.m. ET): Feature is rolling out nowWhat you need to knowWhatsApp is allowing you to transfer your chat history between platforms.The messaging platform says it is working with device manufacturers as well as Google and Apple to enable the transfer. The feature is debuting on Samsung phones, and will make its way to Android and iOS devices. WhatsApp is one of the best messaging apps around, but a key feature omission was the ability to switch between platforms. Users on Android have to start over from scratch if they want to switch to iOS, and the same holds true the other way. Well, WhatsApp is now addressing this issue by introducing out the ability to transfer chat history between Android and iOS.WhatsApp made the announcement during Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 launch event, and while the feature will initially be rolling out to Samsung ph...

Best answer: Yes, the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE comes with an S Pen in the box. At no extra cost, you can use this iconic stylus to easily multitask and take handwritten notes on the tablet's 12.4-inch display.Why do I need an S Pen with my Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE?The Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is the latest Samsung tablet and comes at a lower price than the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7, which is one of the best Samsung tablets you can get. Like the S7, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE comes with an S Pen in the box so you can navigate, draw, and write on the tablet's vibrant 12.4-inch 2,560x1,600 TFT display. When you're done, the S Pen magnetically snaps to the side of the tablet for easy carrying and charging.The S Pen was first introduced on the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, and though you can use a Galaxy Note S Pen with this tablet, it's best to stick to the one in the box. The S Pen is an extremely useful tool if you're someone that likes note-taking, designing artwork, or creating sketc...

Marton Barcza of TechAltar and crrowd joins Daniel and Nick for a conversation about the proliferation of earbuds and Qualcomm's announcement of a lossless Bluetooth audio codec.The trio also cover some wearables news, speculation about Microsoft's upcoming Surface event, a new camera sensor from Samsung, and Google is rumored to be developing custom ARM silicon to be used in Chromebooks starting in 2023.Finally, China is limiting online gameplay for children, and Apple will be making some changes to App Store policies as a result of an investigation by the Japan Fair Trade Commission.Listen nowSubscribe in Spotify: AudioSubscribe in iTunes: AudioSubscribe in RSS: AudioDownload directly: AudioLinks:TechAltar (@TechAltar) / TwitterJabra's new $200 wireless earbuds use bone conduction for better-than-AirPods call quality | Android CentralQualcomm is about to give your next wireless earbuds a CD quality boost with aptX Lossless | Android CentralWhy everybody is ...

Apple still has a sizeable lead over rivals in the global smartwatch market.What you need to knowXiaomi became the top wearable band vendor in the second quarter of 2021.The company shipped 8 million wearable bands in the April to June period.Apple remained the world's top smartwatch vendor during the quarter, with a market share of 31.1%. Xiaomi dethroned Apple to become the world's largest wearable band vendor in the second quarter of the year, according to data published by Canalys. Xiaomi's solid performance during the April to June quarter was apparently "bolstered by the launch of the Mi Band 6," which is the company's best fitness tracker yet."Xiaomi made a wise move to hasten the release of the Mi Band 6, which is a more compelling device than its predecessor," said Canalys analyst Cynthia Chen. The company also benefited from the launch of basic smartwatches in emerging markets such as India.Unsurprisingly, Apple continued to lead the global smartwatch market...

If you're converting your home into a smart home and want a more seamless and integrated solution, look into swapping out your smart plugs or your regular wall outlets with one of the best smart wall outlets. Not only can you control these smart wall outlets with your favorite voice assistant like Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, or a home automation system, but many of them come with additional features. These include apps to create routines or USB ports so that you can charge your myriad devices. Here are the best smart wall outlets on the market right now.Best overall smart wall outletTopGreener Smart Wi-Fi Wall Outlet ChargerStaff PickWe like TopGreener as a company because it focuses a lot of its ... energy ... on eco-friendly power management, but it also makes quality smart home products. This smart wall outlet features two USB ports and can be controlled via the app, Amazon Alexa, or Google Assistant.$46 at Amazon $115 at Walmart (2 Pack)Best premium smart ...

All of the carriers are talking about 5G. Here's what it means for consumers.Just about every new phone comes with 5G support, so it's a bit surprising that each carrier seems to have a different idea about what exactly 5G is. While all major carriers have committed to building a nationwide 5G network on low-band spectrum, the speed of deployment and the available spectrum can differ greatly. 5G will even serve as the foundation of a new network, with Dish Wireless going full steam ahead with its own fully 5G network. There's a lot to keep straight, but like 4G and 3G before it, coverage matters most with 5G.Jump to:How is 5G different from 4GMore data demand than everAll about the frequency5G SAWhich phones support 5G?5G home internetWhen can I get 5G?Should you upgrade to 5G?How is 5G different from 4G?At its core, 5G is the fifth-generation wireless technology standard, which comes after 3G and 4G. It refers to the technology used to connect your phone, tabl...

Video calling is a normal part of our abnormal lives these days, but far too many of us have to put up with crummy built-in potato cams on our laptops or desktop monitors. Of course, to improve the quality of your video calls, you could always go out and buy a dedicated webcam for your PC. Still, there's another solution that probably won't cost you any extra — your current Android smartphone. There are several apps you can download on Android that will work with your PC or Mac computer and allow you to leverage the fancy high-end cameras on your smartphone to make you look marvelous. In the steps below, we'll show you how easy it is to use your Android phone as a webcam for your PC.How to use your Android phone as a webcam for your PCI'm using the Camo app for Android (currently free and in beta) on my OnePlus 9 smartphone and iMac for this guide.The first thing you'll want to do is install the Camo app from the Google Play Store.Follow the on-screen prompts to grant neces...

Beat Saber's 8th music pack could be the best one yet — at least on paper.Beat Saber and Skrillex is such a peanut-butter-and-chocolate combination that when the official Beat Saber Twitter account started teasing the Skrillex Music Pack, I was shocked that it didn't already exist. As it turns out, Skrillex music makes perfect sense in Beat Saber.The Beat Saber Skrillex Music Pack plays exactly as you'd expect it to play; Beat Saber's variety comes from new song playlists, not new mechanics. If you love Beat Saber, you'll probably enjoy this just as much. But no matter how you virtually slice it, it's hard to say that this is the definitive DLC pack for everyone.Don't get me wrong, I firmly believe that if any internationally famous artist had to have a music pack in Beat Saber, it would be Skrillex, hands down. The problem is that none of the songs in the pack feel like they were meant to be played at every difficulty level the game has to offer. So depending on your skill l...

After a packed season which featured 14 tournaments and 50 events in total, the 2020-21 PGA Tour is coming to an end this weekend and we have all the details on how you can watch the 2021 Tour Championship on TV or online.Since 2005, every PGA Tour has ended with a playoff system in which the top 30 players in the sport compete for a chance to take home the FedEx Cup. The 2021 FedEx Cup Playoffs began with The Northern Trust and BMW Championship tournaments which were held last month. The Tour Championship is the final event in the FedEx Cup Playoffs and in addition to bringing home the FedEx Cup trophy, the winner will also walk away with $15 million.The Tour Championship has been held at the East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Georgia since 2007 and the course is now the permanent home of the final event of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. After acquiring property in the East Lake suburbs of Atlanta back in 1904, the course first opened in 1908 and was designed by golf architect Tom Bendelo...

New and exciting PS4 releases seem to come out each month, giving dedicated gamers plenty of worlds to choose from. With the PS5 officially here, fans now keep track of multiple new releases and updates more than ever. Fortunately, we've gathered all of the best titles and listed other worthy games for you to consider adding to your collection. Here are all the PS4 and PS5 releases to look out for in September.★ Break the loop - September 14Deathloop - Standard EditionStaff PickPerhaps one of the most anticipated games of the year, Deathloop is the latest game from developers Arkane Studio, the makers behind the Dishonored and Prey series. In Deathloop, players take on the role of Colt, an assassin who is stuck in a time loop and must find a way out or else be forced to relive the same day over and over.$60 at AmazonSeptember 24Death Stranding Director's Cut - PS5Just two years after the initial launch of Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding, the Death Stranding: ...

The RedMagic 6S Pro will be ZTE's first phone to feature Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 888+ chipset.What you need to knowNubia has teased its upcoming RedMagic 6S Pro gaming phone.The phone will come with an RGB cooling fan and support for 120W wired charging. The RedMagic 6S Pro is set to be unveiled on September 6. Nubia is set to launch its next flagship gaming phone at an event in China next week. Ahead of the launch event, the company posted a few new teasers highlighting some of the key features of the upcoming RedMagic 6S Pro. The phone will be Nubia's answer to the ASUS ROG Phone 5S, which is one of the best Android phones for gamers.Official teasers posted by Nubia on its Weibo page reveal the RedMagic 6S Pro will feature an RGB cooling fan with 200% higher performance than its predecessor. It will also support identical 120W wired charging speeds as the Chinese variant of the RedMagic 6 Pro. As per the phone's TENAA listing, the RedMagic 6S Pro isn't going...

Journey back into another world once again now that KonoSuba has made its way to mobile!Developers have clearly seen the overlap in the Venn diagram between gamers and anime lovers, with games based on anime becoming more and more prevalent. There are already quite a few big contenders on mobile, including Bleach, My Hero Academia, and Yu-Gi-Oh! to name a few, and now finally popular anime KonoSuba has blasted its way onto the mobile scene with KonoSuba: Fantastic Days.In similar fashion to many of its anime-game cousins, KonoSuba: Fantastic Days falls squarely into the gacha hero-collector category. If you've played Genshin Impact, Disgaea RPG, or Epic Seven, you'll be familiar with how Fantastic Days plays and that's both a good and bad thing.One of the most important things to lead with is that KonoSuba: Fantastic Days was designed to be an extension of the anime, not just a lazy retelling of events that have already happened. The game seems to take place after season 2 ...

A workout isn't the same for everyone. You could be lifting in a gym, going for a long run, or out riding a bike, and that's why having the best headphones for your workout can really add to the motivation to keep going. Whether it's music, podcasts, or audiobooks that keep you going while breaking a sweat, all of these options are capable of delivering something good when you're pushing yourself. Here are some of the best wireless headphones for working out.Best overall: Jaybird Vista 2For durability and audio customization, the Jaybird Vista 2 stand out as one of the best you can find. The original Vista earbuds were a big step in this direction, but this second attempt gets a lot of the otherwise missing pieces right.An IP66 rating gives these a higher water and sweat resistance level for starters, making them well suited to any run or workout. Jaybird considers them to be waterproof, crushproof, drop-proof, and sweatproof, so it's definitely reasonable to expect these ear...

Why mess with a good thing, Google?What you need to knowWe recently polled Android Central readers to ask what they thought Google should do with Fitbit long-term.More than half of the respondents said that Google should keep Fitbit as an independent division creating its own hardware products.Under one-third said they thought Fitbit should become just another Wear OS device manufacturer.Now that we know Fitbit's next premium smartwatch will run Wear OS 3, and that at least a third of the company's sales come from its fitness trackers, it's fair to speculate what Google's plans for the fitness brand are moving forward. Since we don't have a crystal ball to peer into the minds in Mountain View, we thought we'd turn to another group of smart people for answers — our readers! So earlier this week, we put out a poll asking you what you thought Google should do with the Fitbit brand moving forward. As usual, the results were quite interesting.According to our poll results, ...

The second-gen under-display camera looks phenomenal but butchers the front camera.Just when we think technological advancement has reached its pinnacle, things start to get even more exciting. We've seen e-ink screens that mimic paper, displays that fold, and now, glass that can allow a camera to peek through it. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 may have popularized the new-fangled under-display camera (UDC) technology, but it was ZTE who debuted the world's first phone with this feature.The ZTE Axon 20 5G was the first of its kind in the world of Android phones. It cleverly housed a 32MP selfie camera underneath the phone's 6.92-inch OLED display, buried under a layer of pixels and clever tech wizardry. Now, the successor to the Axon 20 5G is here and, along with it, the newer and better version of ZTE's UDC technology.I have been using the Axon 30 5G as my primary phone for a week now, and I have some very strong feelings about it. The Axon 30 has so much going for it, but the hero...

One of the biggest perks of having a PlayStation Plus membership is the free games you get every month. The free PlayStation Plus games offered this month include three major titles, all available on either the PS4 or PS5. Check out the list of games below, with downloads available starting September 7. Enjoy the price of free until October 4, 2021.★Dive into the kitchenOvercooked: All You Can Eat! (PS5)Overcooked: All You Can Eat! is a collection of the two highly popular Overcooked titles. Overcooked!, Overcooked! 2, and all additional content to both games are put together and remastered for definitive edition fans of the series should be excited to dive into. For those unaware, the Overcooked! series sees players frantically trying to finish dishes while keeping an increasingly chaotic kitchen clean, avoiding obstacles, and more.$40 at PlayStation★ Hide or fightPredator: Hunting GroundsPredator: Hunting Grounds pits players into the jungles of th...

Samsung apparently wants to increase the competitiveness of its low-cost Galaxy A series phones.What you need to knowSamsung is reportedly planning to add OIS to its 2022 Galaxy A-series lineup.Samsung currently uses OIS only on its flagship devices and a few "premium" A series phones. Thanks to OIS, the Samsung's next-gen A series phones could offer significantly improved camera performance. Samsung has decided to finally bring optical image stabilization (OIS) to its budget-friendly Galaxy A series phones, according to a report from The Elec. The South Korean publication claims the company's entire Galaxy A series lineup will come equipped with OIS next year.Until last year, OIS was largely limited to Samsung's flagship phones. In 2021, however, the company launched a handful of Galaxy A series phones with OIS. Currently, the most affordable Samsung phone with OIS is the 4G-only variant of the Galaxy A22. The Galaxy A52 5G and Galaxy A72, which are two of Samsung's best...