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Critical Role plays Oculus Quest 2 favorite Demeo on special Twitch episode
Demeo's D&D-like antics meets everyone's favorite D&D gamers, Critical Role, in a special episode on March 22, 2022.
You don't need mmWave 5G yet and neither do budget 5G phones
Experts say that until there are more manufacturers producing mmWave antennas, it'll be a long way before we see a budget Android device have the 5G capabilities.
Heads up: the best TV for the PS5 is currently 30% off on Amazon
We chose the LG OLED CX as the best TV for the Playstation 5. That TV's successor is now on sale with a 30% discount.
Tronsmart Bang review: The ultimate outdoor party speaker on a budget
Tronsmart's latest budget audio solution is out and this time, it targets outdoor use. The Tronsmart Bang makes a tantalizing promise at an attractive price, but is it worth your time and money? Here's what we found out.
This Samsung deal gets you $40 off the Galaxy Watch 4 and the Watch 4 Classic
Need a new watch? Samsung is currently offering $40 off the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic, no trade-in necessary and no hassle involved.
ECOVACS Deebot X1 OMNI review: A sleek and reliable self cleaner with a convenient app
The ECOVACS Deebot X1 OMNI refills its water tank, cleans its mop, and empties its own dustbin using a sleek cleaning station.
Chrome OS is picking up support for variable refresh rates, but there's a catch
Google is adding support for variable refresh rate output to Chrome OS, but it may only work with external displays.
Sonos teases TV streaming ambitions with a new 'Home Theater OS' project
Sonos may be shifting its focus to TV streaming, as the company has recently begun hiring for various roles in its home theater project.
Google Home update brings new 'centralized' smart home privacy controls
Google Home's new privacy page brings "centralized" privacy settings, giving users more control over their smart home devices and access to guides and Google's privacy policy.
These are the Android brands our readers are using, and guess who's top of the list
Our readers let us know what Android brand their current smartphone is in our latest poll. The poll received more than 15,000 responses, with one brand above the rest.
The Pixel 6 series picks up the March update, gets a 5G boost with C-Band support
Google has released the March 2022 feature drop for Pixel smartphones with a host of new features. The Pixel 6 series now has access to the latest bug fixes and features.
Almost 80% of VR headsets sold in 2021 were an Oculus Quest 2
The Meta Quest 2 continues to dominate the market, all while helping it grow exponentially.
Apple TV app gets downgraded on Android TV, won't let users buy or rent movies
Android TV users complain that they can no longer rent or buy movies and shows from the Apple TV app following a recent update.
T-Mobile expands its affordable Connect prepaid plans, starting as low as $10
Connect by T-Mobile is a set of low-cost T-Mobile prepaid plans that starts at just $10 and goes up to $35, providing as much as 12GB of data.
Amazon is having an epic sale on Samsung Galaxy phones, including the Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3, but you'll need to act fast
For the rest of the day, Amazon is selling a bunch of discounted Samsung Galaxy devices with average savings of over 20%.
Sony acquires Haven for PlayStation Studios
Sony is acquiring Haven Entertainment for PlayStation Studios. This Canadian team is working on a live-service game.
Ghostwire: Tokyo for PS5 review — Tales of an empty city
Ghostwire: Tokyo takes place in a city where all the people have turned into spirits and you have to stop them. Unfortunately, you might not want to.
Govee DreamView T1 Pro TV Backlight review: The best ambient lighting kit for your TV or gaming rig
Govee's DreamView T1 Pro TV Backlight bundles the Flow Pro lightbars with the Immersion TV lightstrip, creating the best ambient lighting solution for your TV or gaming rig.
How to watch Peaky Blinders Season 6, Episode 4 online: a global streaming guide
Television's favorite criminal family is back for one final ride. Here's how you can watch Peaker Blinders online, no matter where you live.
Soundpeats Mini Pro review: Lower price for better sound
Soundpeats keeps the price low and the value high with the Mini Pro earbuds, busting out great sound and minimalist design to go with it. If you're on a budget seeking great bang for your buck, you should feel comfortable wearing them.
From the Editor's Desk: Why are there so many Android betas?
The branding of Google's next Android releases may be confusing, but more beta testing is a good thing for everyone.
Google's Android statues have apparently gone missing from its campus
The Android lawn statues have reportedly vanished from Google's headquarters for some mysterious reason.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 vs. S7: Base model battle
Samsung, the long-time leader in Android tablets, just released three new tablets with the Galaxy Tab S8 as the base model. When pitted up against the previous version, does the new tablet outclass the Galaxy Tab S7?
Poll: What brand is your current Android smartphone?
In our latest poll, we ask our readers which Android OEM built their current smartphone. Is it Samsung? Xiaomi? LG? Let us know!
The iPhone SE 5G is a tempting buy since Apple won't give me what I want
Apple has just released the latest iteration of the iPhone SE with 5G. While the device features no visual updates, the inclusion of the latest chipset makes it a tempting buy in the absence of a new iPod Touch.
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 6 Pro: Why go Pro when you can go Ultra?
Google's Pixel 6 Pro has been our favorite premium-grade phone since its release, but Samsung's new Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better phone in almost every way.
Google is reportedly buying MicroLED display maker Raxium for its AR push
Google has reportedly struck a deal to buy Raxium, a startup specializing in MicroLED displays for augmented and mixed reality devices, for a potential amount of $1 billion.
Twitter makes it easier to search for Communities on the web
Twitter has begun testing out a way to search for Communities with a dedicated search bar on the web. The feature will eventually show up on mobile devices.
Leaked OnePlus Nord 3 specs make it look anything but mid-range
A leaker agreed with our source that the Nord 3 will have 150W charging, while adding new specs information like a 120Hz display.
Hitman Sniper: The Shadows review — A faint taste of Agent 47's secret sauce
Square Enix is at it again with another mobile entry in the Hitman series. Take on the roles of different Agents in Hitman Sniper: The Shadows to eliminate a dangerous threat to global stability lurking in the shadowy underbelly of elite society.
Google Maps recovers from Friday morning outage
Google Maps has recovered from an outage that affected the website and third-party applications connected to the Google Maps platform. Google is looking into what caused the outage.
New Wear OS 3 screenshots give us another look at what's to come
Wear OS 3 may still be a ways away, but Google has begun teasing the update on the Play Store with new screenshots of Google Assistant, new tiles, and more.
How to preview links in Google Chrome for Android
Not sure you want to click on a link right away? Preview it in Google Chrome for Android by following these steps.
Google is fixing one of Android Auto's most common problems
Esper's Mishaal Rahman unearthed a new USB Startup Diagnostics tool that will check if you need a new USB cable
Oculus Air Link just got a big upgrade on Quest 2
Air Link Framerate Insurance is a fancy term that means your PC VR gaming on Quest 2 should now be much smoother
The Pixel 6 March update could be right around the corner
Pixel 6 owners will finally get a taste of the March 2022 update, including Android 12L's new features in the coming days.
Gran Turismo 7 developer apologizes after game suffers over 24-hour downtime
After some unexpected maintenance that saw Gran Turismo 7 unplayable for over 24 hours, the game is now back online.
5G smartphone sales eclipsed 4G globally in January, with China leading the race
A new Counterpoint Research claimed that 5G smartphone sales surpassed 4G sales in January 2022, with China dominating the race.
Dear Samsung, please copy the iPad Air 5 and add more Galaxy Tab S8 colors
The Galaxy Tab series has stuck to the same colors for years. It's time for Samsung to get creative, as it does with its Galaxy phones.
Samsung announces the Galaxy A33 and A73 5G phones, but they're not for everyone
Along with the Galaxy A53 5G, Samsung unveiled today the Galaxy A33 5G and Galaxy A73 5G, both of which will be available in limited regions.
Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs. Google Pixel 5a: The budget flagship showdown
Google and Apple both offer some of the best smartphones in the game. When deciding between the two newest budget options from each brand, the choice can get a bit dicey.
Hogwarts Legacy debuts fantastical gameplay, launches this holiday
After months of radio silence, WB Games is back with some new gameplay footage of Hogwarts Legacy, the upcoming RPG based in the Harry Potter universe.
Google ramps up support for Ukraine, will match up to $5 million in donations
Google's latest campaign to support the relief effort in Ukraine includes a pledge to match up to $5 million in donations.
VR painting simulator Vermillion launches for Quest 2 on March 24
Vermillion, a painting simulator in virtual reality, will be coming to the Quest store towards the end of March.
Samsung Galaxy S22 vs. iPhone 13
Apple's 2021 flagship and Samsung's 2022 flagship both have plenty of perks going for them, but which should you buy?
Matter delayed yet again, unified smart home standard to launch Fall 2022
Matter, the new communication standard for smart devices is supported by big players like Google, Amazon, Apple, and more is seeing additional delays as the platform interest increases.
T-Mobile could soon require PINs to number port-outs for improved security
T-Mobile is implementing number transfer PINs so customers need to authorize a port-out on their account ahead of changing a carrier. This can prevent unauthorized users from taking over a phone number to acquire SMS-based two-factor authorization codes.
Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs. Samsung Galaxy S22
Apple's new iPhone SE brings the heat to the Android flagships with speedy A15 chip, but falls behind in photography and design.
Instagram finally gains parental controls with new 'Family Center'
Instagram is introducing its new Family Center, which will give parents a set of tools and resources to supervise their kids on the app. This is arriving first in the U.S., with a global launch in the coming months.
Lumote: The Mastermote Chronicles and Elemental War 2 come to Stadia in May
Google announced Lumote: The Mastermote Chronicles and Elemental War 2 will be releasing on Stadia in May with the latter launching alongside other platforms.
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