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The NVIDIA Shield TV Pro is the best Android TV box that money can buy right now, but you'll still want to snag one of the best external drives for the Shield TV Pro. It comes with a beefy Tegra X1+ chipset and 3GB of RAM, but the internal storage is limited to 16GB. If that doesn't sound like enough storage space for your media needs, you can make use of the NVIDIA Shield TV's USB ports and mount an external storage device to easily expand your available storage. Here are our top choices for external drives for your NVIDIA Shield TV Pro.Best valueSeagate Portable External Hard Drive 4TBStaff PickLooking to get the best value for your money? Then the Seagate Portable drive should be your go-to choice. The drive works over USB 3.0, easily pairs to your Shield TV, and gives you better gigabyte-to-dollar value than the other options listed here.From $93 at Amazon$112 at WalmartNVIDIA approvedSanDisk - Extreme Pro 128GB USB 3.2 Flash DriveThe SanDisk Extreme Pro is o...

Availability may vary as the new look rolls out to more devices.What you need to knowGoogle Messages is being updated on Wear OS for some users.The update gives the app a Material You-inspired design.Play Store and Google Pay were among the apps that have been updated as well.Just as promised, Google appears to be rolling out the Material You-inspired update to Wear OS smartwatches, according to some users on Reddit who noticed the updated look.The update gives the app a more visual, rounded look that better separates individual threads and messages. The style isn't unlike the Play Store update update that rolled out on the best Wear OS watches recently and brings watches just a step closer to a Wear OS 3.Functionally, the app is just about the same, and the changes appear to be largely visual. However, there also doesn't appear to be an option to delete individual messages, as you're only presented with the option to delete the entire conversation.At the launch of ...

The best wireless earbuds have come a long way in the few short years they've existed, and now with so many options with ANC, it can be tough to decipher which are the best noise-canceling true wireless earbuds. Early offerings like the first-gen AirPods were expensive and lacked many features, but as time went on, prices went down, and additional features have been implemented — one of which is noise cancelation. True wireless earbuds that can block out ambient sound are more common than ever before, and today, we're highlighting six of our favorite ones — including the Sony WF-1000XM4 as our top overall pick. Here's a power-packed list of the best noise-canceling true wireless earbuds you can buy right now.Best overall: Sony WF-1000XM4Sony has been on a run with its wireless earbuds with ANC lately. The WF-1000XM3 were fantastic but had their flaws. Many of those issues were resolved with the release of the new Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds. In fact, Sony did such a fantastic j...

YouTube Music is growing faster than all its main rivals.What you need to knowYouTube Music now has over 50 million paid subscribers.The figure also includes YouTube Premium users, who get access to YouTube Music as part of their subscription. YouTube Music has added 20 million new subscribers since October last year.YouTube Music, which was launched in 2018 to replace Google Play Music, now has more than 50 million paid subscribers. The 50 million figure also includes YouTube Premium subscribers and "customers still on a trial basis." Unfortunately, YouTube hasn't revealed how much money it is making from paid subscriptions.Data from Midia Research suggests YouTube Music was the fastest-growing music service globally in the first quarter of 2021. However, Google's paid music streaming service still has a long way to go before it can catch up to Spotify and Apple Music, which are two of the best music streaming services. Spotify held a 32% share of the 487 million music s...

Dominate your season to bring home that trophy and bragging rightsThe kickoff to the 2021 NFL season is rapidly approaching, and from office leagues to public leagues, we're sure there's a lot of you looking to get in on the fantasy action. We've gathered up our favorite Android apps to help you dominate this year's fantasy football draft (and hopefully, the season that follows it)! You'll find plenty of options here, each letting you drill down into player statistics, the latest news, and updates to your draft.Note: These apps are for season-long fantasy football, not daily fantasy sites like FanDuel and Draft Kings.The top 3 apps1. Sleeper2. ESPN Fantasy Sports 3. Fantasy Football League Dominator 2021More optionsFantasy Football Draft Kit 2021 - UDK Yahoo FantasyNFL Fantasy Football Fantasy Football CalculatorTwittertheScoreThese three apps should help take you to the championshipIt's no secret that there's a lot of luck and a little bit of skill inv...

Open up your wallet because Horizon Forbidden West looks amazing.Aloy's next adventure is fast approaching and Horizon Forbidden West is now available to preorder on PS4 and PS5. In what will surely be one of the best PS5 games when it releases on February 18, 2022, Horizon Forbidden West follows the events of the first game and sees Aloy journeying to the titular Forbidden West where a mysterious plague has taken over the land. Guerilla Games has added underwater exploration along with a host of new machines this time around, and early gameplay footage looks gorgeous.Because Horizon Zero Dawn was such a popular game and became a flagship exclusive for PlayStation, it's no surprise that multiple editions are up for preorder. We'll break down everything you can find in each of these, where to preorder Horizon Forbidden West, and how much they cost. For diehard fans out there with some extra cash to spare, the Collector's Edition and Regalla Edition look really appealing.Jump t...

Having bounced back from defeat with an impressive win in the third Test at Headingley, Joe Root's men will be hoping they can now forge an advantage as the series moves to London - watch every ball of this fourth Test with our England vs India live stream guide below.England managed to dismiss India for just 78 on Day 1 in a scintillating bowling display, but there was even better to come from the hosts' top-order batting, with all of the top three managing to notch up half-centuries in their first innings.Skipper Root meanwhile continued his extraordinary 2021 form, clocking up yet another three-figure score.With a buoyant home side now hoping to carry on where they left off, India captain Virat Kohli and head coach Ravi Shastri must unravel how their attack was so routinely undone with the new ball last time out.Kohli himself will also need to do more leading from the front, with the normally reliably prolific batsman having scored no more than 55 during any innings of the...

Get your hands on Aloy's next journey.Horizon Forbidden West is the next big title from Guerrilla Games. Preorders are now open for the regular and special editions of Horizon Forbidden West across PS4 and PS5, so if you're curious about what's in every edition of Horizon Forbidden West, we've got you covered.This is going to be a huge game from one of the premiere developers at Sony Worldwide Studios so we're keeping track of things players should know about, such as a list of all machines in Horizon Forbidden West ahead of launch.How to preorder Horizon Forbidden West for PS4 and PS5There's several different versions of Horizon Forbidden West available for preorder right now, including: the standard edition, the Special Edition, the Collector's Edition and the Regalla Edition.Before you buy the game however, there's something very important to note. Despite Sony previously promising certain games like Horizon Forbidden West would include a free upgrade from the PS4 to the...

As one of the most popular audio streaming apps in the world, Spotify had been a bit behind on gaining a much-needed feature for its smartwatch companion app — until now. With the release of Wear OS 3 on the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series of smartwatches, many of the apps on the wearable platform are getting some nice updates. Offline playback on Spotify's Wear OS app has finally begun rolling out to users, and here's how you can take advantage of this new feature to use Spotify offline on Wear OS 3 watches.How to Spotify offline on Wear OS 3 watchesBefore we get into getting your music downloaded to your Wear OS 3 smartwatch, to do this, you have to be a premium subscriber to Spotify. You will see the download option on your watch even if you have a free membership, but sadly the button won't do anything. Now, with that out of the way, let's get started.With your watch paired to your phone, open the Spotify app on your watch.Swipe left on your watch screen.Tap on a pla...

Do you ever think about your HDMI cables? You probably have quite a few connecting your different devices to your TV or your monitors. How many of those were just the basic cable that came with the device? And how many could stand to be upgraded at this point? A better HDMI cable can improve your picture quality and even your audio, and you don't have to spend a fortune to get a good one.Upgrade to iVANKY's 8K HDMI 2.1 cable and get it for just $7.49 when you use the code KOZRG5KM during checkout. That code takes 50% off the current price at Amazon, which is already a $5 discount off what it normally goes for. The code won't work on the other sizes, and it's only valid through the end of the day Sept. 5.iVANKY 10-foot 8K HDMI cable | 50% offUse the code KOZRG5KM to take 50% off the price during checkout. Replace an old HDMI cable and improve how you play. The 10-foot cable can reach from your favorite gaming console to the back of your TV. It supports resolutions up to 8K at ...

We all love using our voice assistants at home and on our phones, but if you drive a lot, you might be wondering about the best car accessories for Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant while on the road. We've compiled a list of some of our favorite gadgets, apps, and accessories for using these powerful services in a safe and pleasing manner while driving. We've broken down our recommendations into sections for Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and universally compatible accessories for your convenience.Jump to:Amazon AlexaGoogle AssistantUniversal AccessoriesBest car accessories: Amazon AlexaAmazon's Alexa voice assistant is arguably behind Google and Apple in the car, but that doesn't mean there aren't some cool gadgets that can bring the Echo experience into your automobile. Here are some of our favorite Alexa devices for the car.Firmly in chargeiOttie Easy One Touch Connect ProStaff PickThis two-in-one device from iOttie will securely hold your smartphone i...

Sony's veritable army of developers are working on a new slate of games for the PS5.The newest generation of PlayStation gaming is in full swing, with the arrival of the PS5. Sony acquired and closed multiple studios over the last few years, leading to an interesting reshuffle for the next lineup. From bringing in the longtime partners at Insomniac Games to closing down teams like Manchester Studio, PlayStation is a different entity now than it was when starting off the PS4 generation in 2013.With a new generation comes new games, including some of the best PS5 games available. This is a list of everything we know the main 13 development studios at Sony Worldwide Studios are currently working on, or are at least fairly certain to be developing for PS5, and possibly PC down the road.Current Sony studios, primary and supportSIE Bend StudioGuerrilla GamesHousemarqueInsomniac GamesSIE London StudioMalaysia StudioMedia MoleculeNaughty DogNixxes SoftwarePixelOpusPolyph...

WhatsApp says it disagrees with the ruling and will appeal against it.What you need to knowWhatsApp has been ordered to pay a €225 million (about $266 million) fine by Ireland's Data Privacy Commissioner (DPC).The Irish regulator found violations in the way the app processed users' and non-users' data.It has also raised concerns over the way data is shared between WhatsApp and other Facebook companies. Facebook-owned messaging app WhatsApp has been fined €225 million (about $266 million) fine for violating the European Union data protection laws. As reported by Bloomberg, the Irish Data Protection Commission has found violations in the way WhatsApp explained how it processes users' data.Regulators are also unhappy with the way WhatsApp shares data with other Facebook companies. WhatsApp now has three months to update its privacy policy and bring it into compliance with the provisions of the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).WhatsApp says it disagrees wi...

Turning your abode into a smart home isn't an easy process, especially when it comes to your wallet. Fortunately, now that automating your home is no longer a novel concept, there are many reasonably priced smart devices out there for you to upgrade your home with, including smart locks for Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant to help keep your home as safe as it is convenient. We've gathered together a list of the best cheap smart locks, including some of the top August Smart Locks as well as other affordable choices.Best overall: August Smart LockAugust is one of the best-known smart lock companies in the industry. What makes this one so much less expensive than the other August smart locks is that it doesn't come with internal Wi-Fi like the August Wi-Fi Smart Lock or even a Wi-Fi bridge. As long as you're near enough for your phone's Bluetooth to interact with the lock, you'll be able to open and close this device using the August app. If you really want to, you can purchase t...

A kickstand, Alcantara fabric, and a Snapdragon 870 processor make this a tablet worth your money.When it comes to the number of choices available in the premium Android tablet space, it's a very limited selection. Samsung has been dominating the market of best Android tablets for a few years now with devices like the Galaxy Tab S7. But Lenovo is looking to change that and make a run for Samsung's title with the new Lenovo Yoga Tab 13.It's not as if Lenovo hasn't been making tablets; it's just that many of its devices, like the Lenovo Smart Tab M10 HD, aren't shooting for the premium category — the Yoga Tab 13 is doing just that. Thanks to the super-soft Alcantara fabric on the back, this is a large form tablet with a premium feel. Not to just be a device that only looks good, Lenovo went with high-end internal components and some nifty software. But how does it translate in daily use? Let's see.Lenovo Yoga Tab 13 review:Price and availabilityWhat's good What's not goo...

Things should be back to normal soon.What you need to knowInstagram appears to be down for several users around the world.As per DownDetector, the issues start at around 1:10 AM ET. Instagram says it is working on getting things back to normal. A large number of Instagram are reporting issues accessing Instagram. According to DownDetector, the issues started at around 1:10 AM ET. The issues aren't limited to just one country. It appears users are having issues while using Instagram in several countries across the world — including the U.S., the U.K., and India.At the time of writing this article, there are over 17,000 user reports indicating problems at Instagram on DownDetector. Over 50% of users say they are unable to access the Instagram app, while 21% are having trouble opening Instagram on the web.A large number of users are also experiencing server connection issues. In the U.S., the highest number of reports are coming from users in New York, Washington, Boston...

Some of Marvel's finest heroes are great for your squad... but not all of them, sadly.Marvel Future Revolution features a cast of characters drawn from the heavy hitters of the Marvel universe. Most of them come equipped with plenty of firepower to take on the threats that have taken over the world in the aftermath of the cosmic Convergence. Players have the option of selecting from a cadre of Earth's Mightiest Heroes to combat the threat.Developer Netmarble is likely to add more characters to the game in future, but at present there are eight possible characters to choose for your squad. Some of them are powerhouses, while others have more situational uses. And there are a couple who just aren't that useful, though they're all fairly easy to learn and control.Most of the characters are balanced pretty well, so that each of them play a role in the game and players can put a very powerful squad together. A starting squad will be four players, though you can purchase more slots i...

The best tablets and large-screened smartphones are designed for you to use your fingers to navigate menus and screens, type, select, and more. But you can also use the best stylus for Android phones and tablets to do all of the above. A stylus offers better precision, particularly with specific tasks like coloring, jotting down digital notes, or selecting items in a detailed document or spreadsheet. They're especially useful for those with large hands, fingers, and/or thumbs who find it difficult to manipulate small text on the screen. The absolute best option for a Samsung Galaxy device is an S Pen), but if you're looking for an alternative or have another brand of tablet or smartphone, there are alternatives worth considering, too.Fine-point stylusAdonit Dash 3 (Black)Staff PickThis universal stylus for Android phones and tablets features a fine-tip point that mimics a paper-like drag.$30 at AmazonGoes with a Galaxy phoneSamsung Galaxy S21 Ultra S PenThe Samsun...

Jabra is looking to clarify every phone call with its latest wireless earbuds.Jabra launched three new pairs of wireless earbuds, and among them, the Elite 7 Pro sport new features aiming to make it easier to talk on the phone. Audio quality isn't just about music for these earbuds, as Jabra wants to stand out as one of the best in the business for every phone conversation you have while wearing these buds.That's what the company's MultiSensor Voice technology promises in delivering "ultimate call clarity, even in the noisiest places." To do it, Jabra had to combine various tech elements that work in unison to amplify voices within the call, while drowning out everything else.How MultiSensor Voice worksLike most wireless earbuds these days, the Elite 7 Pro use microphones to do two things at once: pick up voices and block out unwanted sounds. Jabra equipped them with four mics to share the task equally, so that two work for voices, while two take care of what's happening in t...

Samsung has also launched a new 50MP ISOCELL sensor with Dual Pixel Pro technology.What you need to knowSamsung has announced two new ISOCELL sensors.The ISOCELL HP1 is the industry's first 200MP mobile image sensor. Samsung's ISOCELL GN5 is a "super-slim" 50MP sensor with 1.0μm pixel size and all-directional autofocusing technology.After bringing 108MP camera sensors to smartphones, Samsung has now introduced the world's first 200MP mobile image sensor alongside a new "super-slim" 50MP sensor.The new ISOCELL HP1 is the first mobile image sensor with an ultrahigh 200MP resolution. As you would expect, however, its pixel size of 0.64μm isn't very impressive. Despite the relatively small pixel size, Samsung claims the sensor can capture "an astonishing amount of detail" with images staying sharp even when cropped.ISOCELL HP1 is also Samsung's first mobile image sensor to feature ChameleonCell technology, which is basically a pixel-binning technology using a two-by-two...

There's currently no word on when the features will begin rolling out to users.Update, Sep 2 (2:10 a.m. ET): More details leakedWhat you need to knowThe Google Assistant may soon gain two useful new features.With "Quick Phrases," users will be able to skip the "Hey, Google" hotword for the most common interactions. The Assistant will also begin recommending shortcuts based on your app usage pattern. Google announced a bunch of new features coming to the Google Assistant with Android 12 at I/O 2021 — including shortcut expansions. A teardown of the latest Google App v12.22.5 by XDA Developers has now revealed another new feature that will soon be added to the Assistant.The upcoming "quick phrases" feature will allow users to interact with the Google Assistant without saying the "Hey Google" hotword. As per the report, the feature will only work for the most common voice interactions, such as dismissing a ringing alarm or an ongoing timer. The feature is code-named "gua...

Samsung is readying its Android 12 update — here's what you need to know about One UI 4.0.Samsung did a fantastic job rolling out the One UI 3.1 update based on Android 11 to most phones in its portfolio, and with Android 12 around the corner, it's time to look at what Samsung has in store for us in 2021.Samsung already confirmed that its next major software version will be called One UI 4.0, and we don't have to wait too long to get a look at the new interface. The South Korean manufacturer is set to kick off the One UI 4.0 beta sometime in September, so let's find out what Samsung has to offer with Android 12, what phones will get the update, and a look at the new features.Jump to:Beta rolloutEligible phonesNew featuresLaunch dateThis is the oneSamsung Galaxy S21 Ultra$1,200 at Amazon$1,200 at Best Buy$1,200 at SamsungStill the flagship to beatThe Galaxy S21 Ultra combines the latest display and hardware innovations to deliver a flagship that truly ...

RCS is a great feature... when it works.What you need to knowUsers are complaining about RCS randomly losing connection in Google Messages.Google Messages will reportedly fail to reestablish connection for many users.The problem has been reported since at least June, with assurances that Google is reportedly working on it.Google Messages is one of the best text messaging apps for Android thanks to its ability to use Rich Communication Services (RCS) for a better out-of-the-box texting experience across many Android devices. However, it's less than ideal when RCS features break and users are left unable to connect, which is apparently what's been happening lately.Multiple users across Reddit and the Google Messages support forum have complained that the app will randomly stop connecting to RCS and won't reestablish a connection. Users find that their connection status is left on "Connecting..." or "Waiting to verify..." without the app actually completing either step.Som...

Hearthstone Mercenaries promises a new way to play and many characters to collect.What you need to knowBlizzard has announced Mercenaries, a new free-to-play game mode within Hearthstone, releasing on October 12.The mode features RPG and Roguelike elements, and replaces decks with mercenary cards.Players can build their roster of mercenaries and upgrade them while taking on bounties.Blizzard has announced a new free-to-play game mode for their popular mobile title, Hearthstone. Entitled Mercenaries, the mode will do away with traditional decks and instead focus on the collection of over 50 characters from the Warcraft universe. It also combines features found in RPGs and Roguelikes, and incorporates turn-based combat against procedurally-generated bounties.Players will start with eight mercenary cards, and are encouraged to experiment with their roster. Each character possesses three upgradeable abilities and earns experience points from battle, with a level cap of 30. Me...

Launch dates are all over the place for the Galaxy S21 FE.What you need to knowA new rumor points to the Galaxy S21 FE launching towards the end of October.The new dates reportedly indicate when the device will be available to purchase and when it'll ship.It's been previously indicated that the Galaxy S21 FE would launch in early September.Hot on the heels of Samsung's latest foldables, many still await the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE as the successor to last year's well-received Galaxy S20 FE. Rumors have been here and there on when the device would launch, but the latest may provide a clearer timeframe for when we can expect the device in consumers' hands.Leaker Jon Prosser has indicated that the Galaxy S21 FE may not launch until late October. According to Prosser, preorders will open on October 20, and the device will ship on October 29.Prosser says that these launch dates refer to the market launch of the device, however, he was not able to confirm the actu...

A big boyJackery Explorer 1000 solar generator$1,499 at AmazonProsEight outputsSolar panels have USB-C outputsLighter and smaller than the 1500ConsCannot use the 200W solar panelsThe Explorer 1000 bundle from Jackery, has everything you need to keep your essential tech powered wherever you choose to hang out. On the beach, at the campsite, or anywhere you can think to use it, the solar panels will keep your generator topped up all day, and the battery will keep it powered all night.The biggest boyJackery Explorer 1500 solar generator$2,699 at JackeryProsMassive battery lifeHigh speed charging through four solar panelsCan power household appliancesConsOnly seven portsReally heavyThe Explorer 1500 is not to be taken lightly, nor is it light. This behemoth can power household appliances like refrigerators if you have a power cut, and the four giant solar panels allow you to charge it to full in just five hours. It's always ready to se...

No crowds to check out new games.What you need to knowThe Tokyo Game Show 2021 will be online-only again this year and will offer a virtual reality version.The VR experience will be available for Oculus Quest, Oculus Quest 2, Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive.The annual games showcase runs from September 30 until October 3. The organizers behind the Tokyo Game Show 2021 announced its schedule of panels and livestreams today, and revealed a virtual reality version of the gaming event for the Oculus Quest 2 and other VR headsets.According to a page from the event's official website, this year's Tokyo Game Show can be experienced in VR and will be available for Oculus Quest, Oculus Quest 2, Oculus Rift, and HTC Vive headsets. There were no concrete details on how the app would translate the annual showcase into VR, but gave only a brief message."See your favorite characters right in front of you," the website's message reads. "Visit booths as if you were wandering around inside th...

The end of an era could be the beginning of a new frontier.What you need to knowTelegram v8.0 adds a slew of features to the smartphone app, including trending stickers, enhanced live streaming capabilities, Flexible Forwarding, and more.This update removes the Wear OS app from the Play Store.The Telegram Wear OS app will stop working, even if you leave it installed, and you will not be able to reinstall it.Telegram is saying goodbye to Wear OS owners as the latest Telegram update removes the app from the Google Play Store on Wear OS watches. Telegram is one of the best messaging apps on Android, with the latest update adding a ton of great new features for users to enjoy, but it's removing the ability to do just about everything from the comfort of your wrist.Whether this is a signal of something greater to come or the end of an era is not yet clear, but 9to5Google confirmed the move with Telegram support, who issued a statement about the move: Starting with Telegram...

Samsung Health gets a useful feature that could help save battery.What you need to knowThe Galaxy Watch 4 is receiving its first post-launch update.The new update lets users better control automatic workout detection.Volume controls are now available in the quick settings panel.The update includes improvements to health tracking and system stability.The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 hasn't been in consumers' hands very long, but it's already receiving its first post-launch update. While Samsung doesn't appear to highlight any new features in the changelog, TizenHelp has noticed some noteworthy changes arriving with the update, which clocks in at a hardy 305MB.One highlight feature is the ability to halt the automatic workout detection in Samsung Health. It's a feature that many of the best Android smartwatches have, but it can use up some valuable battery, especially when a watch is measuring leisurely walks that users may not care to track. The update adds an option to cance...

Best answer: Google Stadia launched in 2019 as a way for players to access the games they love without needing a console or dedicated gaming PC. Since its initial launch, Stadia's modest amount of playable games continues to grow, with a ton of new titles available in the months to come and many more on the horizon.Full Google Stadia game listA Place for the UnwillingAssassin's Creed Odyssey Assassin's Creed OriginsAssassin's Creed SyndicateAssassin's Creed UnityAssassin's Creed ValhallaAttack on Titan 2: Final BattleAVICII InvectorBaldur's Gate III Early AccessBorderlands 3Cake BashCelesteChronos: Before the AshesCosmic Star HeroineCraytaCthulhu Saves ChristmasCyberpunk 2077Darksiders GenesisDead by DaylightDestiny 2Destroy All Humans!Dirt 5 Disco Elysium: The Final Cut DOOMDOOM 64DOOM EternalDragon Ball Xenoverse 2Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive AgeDreamWorks Dragons: Dawn of the New RidersEl Hijo - A Wild West TaleEmbr Early AccessEnter ...

Four other games can also be claimed for September.What you need to knowArk: Survival Evolved can be claimed on Stadia Pro alongside Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition, Little Big Workshop, Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager, and Wave Break.Stadia Pro members can receive a free $10 credit to use in the store if did not participate in the offer previously.Ubisoft+ service is now available in all countries where Stadia is and will receive a price increase on September 30.Google announced a new game available to claim on Stadia Pro alongside a promotional credit to use in the store, a new sale, additional Ubisoft+ availability, and a free weekend for Watch Dogs: Legion in a blog post today.Ark: Survival Evolved can now be claimed with a Stadia Pro subscription. The survival game filled with dinosaurs joins Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition, Little Big Workshop, Legend of Keepers: Career of a Dungeon Manager, and Wave Break as announced last week. The company not...

Safety Mode is long overdue. But who was asking for Twitter to become a subscription site?What you need to knowTwitter Super Follows are $2.99, $4.99, or $9.99 monthly subscriptions to individual Twitter feeds. You'll pay in-app.Only Twitter users with 10,000+ followers can apply to become Super users.Twitter Safety Mode will let you auto-block hostile accounts for harmful language or frequent, unwanted messages.Safety Mode uses AI to determine who to auto-block, but won't block people you follow.Safety Mode is currently in beta, while Super Follows are now available in the US and Canada (iOS only).Twitter announced two major updates to its site and apps today. One should help to clean up Twitter's issues with online abuse. The other will make certain tweets exclusive to people willing to pay for them. We suspect people will like the first feature more than the second.Twitter's Safety Mode is a setting that "temporarily blocks" accounts for malicious or unwanted behavio...

Portal has been around for a while at this point, but most of the deals we've seen have been on the 1st generation of the device. If you're looking to save on the newest Portal from Facebook, now's the time. You can get the Portal for just $99. That's an $80 discount and within $10 of the best price we've ever seen. It's definitely the best price on the 2nd-gen devices, so grab one while you can. This sale ends Sept. 12, but it's possible it sells out before then, too, so act fast.Portal from Facebook smart display | $80 offThis deal is a great price and within $10 of the best we've ever seen. Portal is a fantastic smart display, too, that includes great audio and video calling. Use it to control your smart home, check your security cameras, get recipes you can follow along in the kitchen, and more.$99 at FacebookThe standard Portal isn't the only way to save today, either. You can also get the Portal TV down to the same low price of $99. That's a $50 discount and first ...

Whether you're a new runner, a budget shopper, a casual runner, or a seasoned expert, there are plenty of smartwatches to choose from. You'll discover that many of the best running watches also happen to be some of the best Android smartwatches you can buy. If you're craving a well-rounded experience that caters to your passion for running, you'll have a plethora of options available to you. The Garmin Forerunner 245 Music continues to be the best running watch overall with long-lasting battery life, tons of advanced running features, and accurate activity tracking.Best overall: Garmin Forerunner 245 MusicIf you're a runner of any kind, chances are you've heard a thing or two about the Garmin Forerunner 245 Music. It's been around for two years, but this is one of those running watches that ages gracefully. Newer models continue to come out — from Garmin as well as other top brands — but the Forerunner 245 Music continues to be a go-to choice for many running enthusiasts....

Google Chrome is a powerful web browser. Yet it has grown into so much more than just a program to look up funny memes online. It also serves as the basis for some of our favorite computers like Chromebooks. Google continues to evolve the software and is always working on new features to make Chrome even better. In July 2021, Chrome 92 was released, and it packed a lot of new tools such as Chrome Actions. With this new feature, you get shortcuts to many helpful functions like translating a web page, updating your passwords, and even managing your security settings without leaving your browser. Let's get into how you can get more done, faster, with Chrome Actions.How to use Chrome ActionsChrome Actions allows you to access features within the browser faster by typing a trigger word into the search bar. Currently, Chrome Actions is only available on Chromebooks and PCs, but it will be coming soon to all compatible devices. As for how to start using Chrome Actions, here's a breakdow...

"Not another streaming service" is starting to become a common refrain amongst cord-cutters, with new options popping up every few months. Paramount Plus, however, isn't exactly a new service but a rebranded and majorly updated one.CBS All Access was previously known as the home of Big Brother live feeds, Star Trek: Discovery, and all the NCIS episodes you can stomach, while slowly accumulating shows and other content from networks like BET, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, MTV, and even the Smithsonian Channel. The amount of content on the service would actually surprise anyone who believes it solely includes CBS shows, which is why it's no surprise that the name has now been officially changed to Paramount+.Paramount+ Streaming ServiceWhat is Paramount+?How much does Paramount+ cost?Are there any Paramount+ deals?Where is Paramount+ available?What's streaming on Paramount+?What devices support Paramount+?Account limits and profilesTry Paramount+ for freeParamount...

Qualcomm has cracked the code to truly great Bluetooth audio.What you need to knowQualcomm announces aptX Lossless audio technology over Bluetooth.The new aptX Lossless will bring CD-quality lossless audio to devices supporting Snapdragon Sound.Qualcomm expects the technology to be available later this year.Qualcomm has announced the next generation of Bluetooth audio with its new aptX Lossless Technology. The new feature is coming to next-generation earbuds equipped with Snapdragon Sound technology and will enable CD-quality audio over a Bluetooth connection.While many smartphones and computers are capable of lossless audio, Bluetooth connections often hinder the experience due to a lack of bandwidth. Current codecs like those from Sony can offer near-lossless audio, but there are still limitations that Qualcomm has apparently addressed with aptX Lossless.With aptX Lossless, users will experience CD-quality 16-bit 44.1kHz lossless audio from their Bluetooth earbuds and...

The original Surface Duo was a "hot mess," but the upcoming foldable phone could compete with Samsung's Z foldables.What you need to knowA virtual, public Microsoft Event on Wednesday, September 22, will focus on new Microsoft hardware.It begins at 8a PT / 11a ET / 4p BT.We hope to see the Surface Duo 2, Surface Pro 8, Surface Go 3, and other long-rumored products.On September 1, Microsoft released a cryptic tweet teasing its fall hardware event, which "you're invited" to attend. Online only, the event will focus on new Surface hardware.Microsoft hasn't given any hints of what products to expect at the event. However, we know from numerous leaks that the company is developing the Microsoft Surface Duo 2, a foldable phone set to clash against the Galaxy Z Fold 3.You’re invited.Learn more about the #MicrosoftEvent: https://t.co/tpK3TB8Xxb— Microsoft (@Microsoft) September 1, 2021The original Microsoft Surface Duo totally underwhelmed us in our tests, thanks to its...

The best Android phones are communication tools first and foremost. Whether they be used for phone calls, video chats, or direct messaging, these devices are perfect for starting conversations with contacts, friends, and family, and keeping them going. One of the best new features in Android 12 is a way to stay on top of the conversations that are most important to you. The new Conversations widget allows you to pin a conversation you're having to a home screen so you can quickly access it (or multiple conversations, as the case may be). We'll show you how to set up this new Conversations widget, and give you a few other notes that we discovered along the way.How to use conversation widgets in Android 12You can easily pin a conversation to your home screen by using the Conversations widget.Long press on an empty space on your home screen.Tap Widgets.Tap Conversations to expand the category.Tap and hold the Conversation widget. Drag it to an open place on your home screen.P...

Chargers always seem to be getting faster and smaller. With such a wide adoption of the Power Delivery (PD) standard, one high-powered PD charger can serve all the gear in your life, from your power-hungry laptop to your phone, power bank, and even your battery-sipping headphones. There are quite a few 60 to 65W wall chargers out there we trust with our gear, but the iSmart 61W GaN Charger charger is the best for size, adaptability, and reliability.Best overall: iSmart 61W GaN ChargerHigh-capacity chargers don't get any smaller than this right now, and iSmart's top-quality charger is actually one of the more affordable in the lineup. That adds to the hands-down best single-port 60W charger on the market, especially when you add in the excellent build quality and responsive customer service.You might need to flip this charger over to be completely sure the second plug on your wall outlet isn't obscured, but iSmart has the smallest footprint and is the easiest to pack up and po...

Voice control in your kitchen is truly a game-changer. Oftentimes, while you're cooking up a storm, your hands are either dirty or preoccupied. Imagine as you're multitasking through meal prep, being able to adjust songs on your playlist, pause a recipe video while you grab an ingredient, or find out how many ounces are in a gram without having to tap your phone's screen. There are plenty of helpful smart products for your kitchen that come with Google Assistant built-in. Here are some of the best kitchen products that support Google Assistant to help make cook and prep a breeze.Your guiding chefGoogle Nest Hub Smart Display - (2nd Gen)Staff PickImagine having your own assistant in the kitchen. While this smart display can't stir sauce or chop veggies, it can playback cooking videos for you to follow along with, let you add items to a shopping list, play music, do measurement conversions, set timers, and more, and it's all controllable with your voice.$100 at Best Buy$10...

Google wants to differentiate its Chrome OS devices with custom in-house chips.What you need to knowA new report claims Google will start using its own chips for its Chrome OS notebooks and tablets from 2023.The new chips are apparently based on Arm chip blueprints. Google's current Chrome OS device lineup uses chips from Intel.Google is working on its own chipsets for Chrome OS tablets and notebooks, according to Nikkei Asia. Sources familiar with the matter told the publication that Google is planning to start using the new chips from around 2023.Google was apparently "particularly inspired" by Apple's success in making its own chips for iPhones and Mac computers. It is hoping to differentiate its products with custom chips in the same way that Apple does.Google's new chips for Chrome OS devices are said to be based on blueprints from British chip designer Arm. While the search giant has experience building its own silicon for its data center cloud servers, it is hiri...

We are moving more and more into a high-tech future where even our small appliances and kitchen gadgets have smart features. Whether you're a smart kitchen guru or a total newbie, these easy-to-use smart gadgets are excellent additions to your home. Moving to smart devices can be a little scary, but adding some of these appliances will make your life much easier. And if you've already embraced the smart kitchen life, check out some of the best smart kitchen gadgets and appliances that can help complete your collection.Meat's best-friendThe MEATERStaff PickGuesswork? We don't know her. The MEATER works like a basic thermometer but takes it further by adding smart features like Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Combined with the MEATER app, this thermometer not only gives you recipes but also monitors your cook time. Plus, it lets you know when to pull meat from the heat and how long to let it rest for the perfectly cooked carnivorous experience.$69 at Amazon Brew comfortablyC...

Google is always coming up with new features, tools, and settings for its various products and services. Recently, Google Chrome received an update on desktop versions that enables you to log into multiple profiles on the browser at the same time. This helps you keep work and private accounts separate, or perhaps student and personal accounts completely separate. Here's how you can seamlessly switch between multiple profiles on Google Chrome.How to switch profiles in Google ChromeThe following steps apply only if you are already logged on to more than one account or profile in Google Chrome.Launch Google Chrome on your desktop.Click on your account picture in the upper right corner.Click on the profile you want to switch to.You have now successfully switched profiles on the desktop version of Chrome. If you haven't already signed in to another account on Chrome, the next tutorial will show you how to add a profile to Google Chrome.How to add profiles in Google Chrome...

Should Fitbit continue to exist as a hardware brand?Ever since Google announced that it would be acquiring Fitbit a few years ago (a move that formally went through earlier this year), pundits and fans of the humble fitness tracker have wondered what Google would do with the brand.Back in May, when Google announced a new partnership with Samsung to revitalize the Wear OS platform and ecosystem of products, Fitbit CEO James Park confirmed that the company's next smartwatch would run on the new Wear OS 3. But he didn't say much at the time about what would happen to the rest of the product lineup, like fitness trackers.Over the past few months, Fitbit has released some important new updates to its fitness tracker line, including the fashion-forward Luxe and the forthcoming Charge 5. Both sport new designs and the Charge 5 will even come equipped with some of the advanced sensors found on Fitbit's most premium smartwatch, the Sense, including the ability to take EDA (electrodermal...

Xiaomi's 11T Pro will be a follow-up to last year's Mi 10T Pro.What you need to knowOfficial-looking renders of Xiaomi's 11T and 11T Pro phones have surfaced.The renders reveal both phones will have an identical design with a centered hole-punch cutout and a square-ish camera module on the back. Xiaomi 11T Pro is rumored to feature a Snapdragon 888 chipset, a 120Hz OLED display, and 120W fast charging.The first renders of Xiaomi's next flagship phones have leaked online, courtesy of tipster Ishan Agarwal and 91Mobiles. Unlike their predecessors, the upcoming Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro will not carry the Mi branding.The leaked renders reveal the Xiaomi 11T series phones will look fairly similar to the Mi 11X series devices that debuted in India alongside the flagship Mi 11 Ultra in April. Both phones feature a flat display with minimal bezels and a centered hole-punch cutout.They have a square-ish camera module on the back with two large sensors and a smaller tertiary sensor...

Best answer: Yes. Those who want to be connected at all times will benefit from buying a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 LTE model. It'll cost more than the standard Bluetooth model, but you'll never miss an important notification.Why pay more for a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 with LTE?In addition to being available in numerous sizes and colors, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 also comes in Bluetooth and LTE versions of the device. Many people buying a smartwatch to stay connected will benefit from going the extra mile and investing in a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 LTE model.The starting price point for these watches is reasonable, but it does get more expensive when you add LTE to the mix. When determining whether this is a worthwhile investment, there are a couple of important factors to consider. If you're buying the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 to take advantage of the excellent health and fitness tracking, LTE might appeal to you. After all, you can leave your phone at home when you hit the gym or go f...

Many Google Chrome users may have noticed something a little different as they open new tabs from their desktop. Similar to the "Discover" cards seen on your phone's Chrome browser, Chrome now has suggestions cards listed at the bottom of your search bar. On a desktop, these cards display information such as your recent shopping carts or those late-night searches for recipes. If you're seeing these cards on your computer and would like to remove them, it's really simple to turn them off. Let's get started.How to remove suggestions from Chrome's new tab pages on desktopOpen Google Chrome on your desktop.Open a new tab.Click on Customize Chrome.Click on Cards.Choose Hide all cards to remove all suggestions.Alternatively, if you'd like to customize your cards, choose the suggestions you'd like to see by selecting them individually.Do take note that this 'suggestions' feature for Google Chrome on desktops seems to be relatively new. It is likely that Google quietly st...

Although Samsung removed the ability to use Samsung Pay with MST terminals, it's still arguably the best mobile payment service for Android. Not only is it a home for your credit and debit cards, but you can also store things like rewards cards right from some of the best Samsung phones. More recently, Samsung partnered with CommonHealth so that you can digitally store your vaccination card in Samsung Pay. Here's how you can get started.How to upload vaccination card in Samsung PayOpen the Play Store app on your Samsung phone. Download CommonHealth from the Play Store. Open the CommonHealth app after it's finished downloading.Follow the on-screen steps to add your vaccination record to CommonHealth.Once your vaccination card has been added, click the Add to Samsung Pay link.Open Samsung Pay, and click COVID-19 Vaccine Pass.After your Vaccine Pass is uploaded into Samsung Pay, it's easily accessible right from the home screen. All you need to do from that point is cli...

It may take a few days for the feature to reach all Philips Hue App 4 users.What you need to knowSignify has announced a new range of Hue smart lights.The lineup includes four new gradient-enabled products and White ambiance filament bulbs.Signify has also announced its first-ever deep integration of Hue smart lights with Spotify.Signify, which makes some of the best smart lights, has taken the wraps off a new lineup of Hue products — including four new filament bulbs that can change their color temperature, brighter Hue bulbs, a "light tube" designed to sit above or below your TV, as well as new bathroom and ceiling lights.The new Philips Hue Play gradient light tube blends multiple colors of light in a single lamp. Similar to the Hue Play gradient lightstrip that Signify launched last year, the new light tube can sync the colors with what's on your TV screen to provide a more immersive viewing experience.Signify's smart bulb collection now include Filament bulbs in ...