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The Astro A40 with MixAmp Pro works* on PS5, just mind the asterisk.Since the PS5 is now out, I thought it was the perfect time to test out some older headsets to see how they stack up on Sony's newest console. Some do so better than others, and in the Astro A40's case, the MixAmp will need a separate adapter if you want full compatibility. Without it, you'll need to be content without chat mixing.My only experience with an Astro headset previously was during a preview event for Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Remember when we could actually travel and be around people way back when in 2019? I'm not positive what model headset it was, but it was definitely an Astro headset that they had us use. Ever since then, I've been eager to get my hands on one to properly test it out, and I finally did with the Astro A40 and MixAmp Pro.At a glanceAstro A40 + MixAmp Pro ...

Steeped in tradition and sporting romance, the FA Cup remains the footballing world's most famous domestic knockout tournament. Read on to find out how to get an FA Cup live stream and watch matches from this season's tournament online from anywhere.While it may have lost its top tier tournament status and priority with managers in England in recent years to the Premier League, the "magic of the cup" remains for fans and players alike.Much of what makes it special comes from the fact that any team from the top 10 tiers of English soccer are eligible to take part, offering the dream of a trip to Wembley for the showpiece final for lower league opposition.While the chances of FA Cup glory are now somewhat remote for smaller clubs (you'd have to go all the way back to 1980 and West Ham's shock win over Arsenal for the last time a team outside of the top division lifted the tournament's famous jug-like trophy), the tournament does nevertheless continue to throw up giant-killing r...

Brilliant fitness watchFitbit Versa 3$229 at AmazonProsGPS, HRM, NFCActive Zone MinutesImproved heart-rate technologySleep tracking, guided breathingVoice assistantsConsMore expensiveOlder Fifbit bands won't workThe Fitbit Versa 3 has been around for a few months now and it's proving to be one of the company's best watches yet. Some of the key features include built-in GPS, the new Active Zone Minutes feature, improved heart-rate technology, a mic and speaker, and easy-to-use voice assistants.Tiny but mighty trackerFitbit Charge 4$119 at AmazonProsGPS, HRM, NFCActive Zone MinutesA week of battery lifeSleep trackingGuided breathingConsLacks voice assistantLacks other smartwatch featuresIf you're not quite ready to immerse yourself in the world of smartwatches, a fitness tracker such as the Fitbit Charge 4 is an ideal choice. It's got everything you need without the extra bells and whistles. You get heart-rate monitoring, GPS, a...

The investigation has been launched following complaints of anticompetitive behavior from some groups.What you need to knowThe UK's Competition and Markets Authority is launching a probe into Google's proposal to remove third-party cookies from Chrome.The investigation will assess whether the proposed changes could restrict rival digital advertising.Some browsers such as Mozilla's Firefox and Apple's Safari already block third-party cookies.The UK's competition watchdog today announced that it has started an investigation into Google's proposal to block third-party cookies in its Chrome web browser (via Reuters). Its investigation will assess whether the move could "curb rival digital advertising."The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) says it has an open mind and hasn't reached any conclusions at this stage as to whether or not Google has infringed upon the competition law. However, the CMA found in a recent market study that Google's proposed "Privacy Sandbox" chan...

You can take a third off the impressive Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus.The Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are some of the best wireless earbuds you can buy, and a current sale on Amazon makes them hard to miss. Right now, you can snag a set of cloud blue Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus for just $100, which is $50 off their normal price. If blue isn't your color of choice, the black, red, and white versions of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus are $40 off. If you prefer the Microsoft Store over Amazon, you can also grab them there for $40 off.Truly wirelessSamsung Galaxy Buds PlusThe Galaxy Buds Plus are among the best true wireless earbuds you can buy. Samsung has made improvements across the board, from sound quality to call quality to battery life — especially battery life — without losing any of the features people loved from the originals. Right now, you can snag a pair for $50 off.From $100 at AmazonFrom $110 at MicrosoftIn our Samsung Galaxy Buds Plus review, our managing editor speak...

Deals on Apple iPhone devices and Samsung Galaxy phones are everywhere, but it's a bit more difficult to find a great deal on a OnePlus device. There are plenty of current OnePlus models to choose from, and whether you want a OnePlus 8, or a OnePlus 7 Pro, or one of the more affordable OnePlus Nord devices is the first big question you'll need to answer for yourself.Best OnePlus Deals Available NowOnePlus Nord deals: free gift cardOnePlus 8 devices: get one for freeOnePlus 7 devices: starting at $350Which to buy?OnePlus Nord N10 (128GB) | $299.99 at B&HPre-order the 128GB model of the new OnePlus Nord N10 at B&H and you'll also score a $50 B&H gift card with the purchase! B&H includes free expedited shipping as well; shipping begins on January 15. This device is unlocked and compatible with GSM and CDMA carriers.$299.99 at B&HAll of the deals below vary in nature, so while some allow you to buy the unlocked phone with a single purchase tod...

One 5G Ace, G Stylus, G Power, oh my.The start of a new year means a lot of things for a lot of people, and for Motorola, it marks the time where the company unleashes its latest batch of Moto G devices. Motorola gave us a healthy serving of great cheap Android phones throughout 2020, and for 2021, it's wasting no time at all with four new handsets all being announced at the same time.We have a lot to dig into, so without further ado, here are all of the new Moto phones you can look forward to this year.Motorola One 5G AceKicking off the list we have the Motorola One 5G Ace. It's being marketed as Motorola's most affordable 5G phone yet, and taking a look at the spec sheet, it should be a fairly competent handset.At the heart of the Motorola One 5G Ace is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G, which is essentially a downgraded version of the 765G that powers devices like the Google Pixel 5. It's what enables the phone to support 5G connectivity, though you'll only be connecting to...

Chatting with the AC forums.Last year's OnePlus 8T is an interesting device. The phone offers a ton of specs and features given its price, and in a bubble, it's a pretty incredible deal. We said it struck a perfect balance in our OnePlus 8T review, praising the fast performance, AMOLED display, good cameras, etc.The issue with the OnePlus 8T, however, is that it was faced with extremely tough competition. Whether it be the Galaxy S20 FE or the previous OnePlus 8 that came out before it, the 8T found itself in an awkward spot.One forum member recently started talking about their new OnePlus 8T, sparking a small conversation: dmateo 01-01-2021 08:06 PM “ So after owning an S9 since the month it became available in the states, I've decided to switch to an OP8T. O was very reluctant at first, as I've only owned Samsung devices for over 10 years. What ultimately made me switch is that I grew tired ...

RuPaul and VH1 have decided to ring in the new year with an all-new season of Drag Race and we have all the details on how you can watch new episodes of the Emmy Award-winning show on TV or online.Now in its 13th season, RuPaul's Drag Race is the most awarded reality competition show in history. This season 13 queens will be competing for the title of "America's Next Drag Superstar" and a cash prize of $100,000. Drag Race fans will also be able to get a behind the scenes look after every episode as RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked will air at 9:30pm ET/PT every Friday.Season 13's queens include Denali, Elliott with 2 TS, Gottmik, Joey Jay, Kahmora Hall, Kandy Muse, LaLa Ri, Olivia Lux, Rosé, Symone, Tamisha Iman, Tina Burner and Utica Queen. Celebrity hairstylist Gottmik is a notable contestant this season as he is the show's first ever transgender male queen. RuPaul has also updated his iconic catchphrase "Gentleman, start your engines…" to be more inclusive by changing it to rac...

Signal and Telegram have plenty to offer, and they have nothing to do with Facebook.WhatsApp changed its privacy policy earlier this week and now requires you to share data with Facebook. The move comes nearly seven years after Facebook acquired the service for $19 billion. WhatsApp laid the groundwork for data sharing back in 2016, but at that time, it allowed users to opt out of the same if they wished to do so.But that option is going away starting February 8. If you don't agree to share data with Facebook and its associated companies, you won't be able to use WhatsApp anymore. The data that's being shared includes your profile name and photo, IP address, your phone contacts list, app logs including diagnostic data, and the status messages.WhatsApp says the move is designed to "improve" and "customize" its services and offerings, but the reality is that the policy shift is aimed at giving Facebook even more access to your data so it can tailor ads based on your interests....

The Redmi Note 9T is Xiaomi's first 5G-enabled Redmi Note series phone for the global market.What you need to knowXiaomi today announced two new Redmi smartphones: Redmi Note 9T and Redmi 9T.The "new" Redmi Note 9T is a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 9 5G launched in China a few weeks back.Redmi 9T, on the other hand, is based on the Redmi Note 9 4G.Earlier this week, Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 9 Pro 5G as the Mi 10i in India. The company has now announced the launch of two new Redmi phones for the global market: Redmi Note 9T and Redmi 9T. While the Redmi Note 9T is a rebranded version of the Redmi Note 9 5G, the Redmi 9T is a rebranded Redmi Note 9 4G.The Redmi Note 9T sports a 6.53-inch FHD+ display with a hole-punch cutout in the top-left corner for the 13MP selfie camera. Under the hood, it has MediaTek's Dimensity 800U 5G chipset, which supports dual 5G SIM capability.Around the back of the phone is a triple-camera setup featuring a 48MP main sensor, a 2M...

Top tabletSamsung Galaxy Tab S7From $630 at AmazonFrom $650 at Best BuyFrom $650 at B&HProsGreat looking 120Hz displayVery fast and responsive performanceFast 45W charging for the large batteryExpandable storageS Pen is includedThree years of software updatesConsDisplay isn't OLEDA bit on the expensive sideDeX is hit or missThe Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 is a fully-featured tablet that can handle almost anything you throw at it. With a Snapdragon 865+ powering it and a base level of 6GB RAM, everything you do on the Galaxy Tab S7 is silky smooth, especially with the 120HZ display. While this tablet is on the pricey side, it can be a full-fledged workhorse due to its hardware.Perfectly fineLenovo Tab P11 ProFrom $500 at LenovoProsBeautiful OLED display with Dolby VisionLenovo Precision Pen supportLarge 8,600mAh batteryGood build quality for the priceConsDisplay refresh rate not highPen is not includedRAM maxes out at 6GBNo exp...

OnePlus' first wearable will make its debut in India early next week.What you need to knowThe OnePlus Band will be unveiled in India on January 11.The fitness band is aimed at the budget segment and goes up against the Mi Band series. Leaked Play Store listing of the OnePlus Health app gives us an indication as to what to look forward to with the fitness band. We revealed last week that OnePlus was working on a fitness band dubbed the OnePlus Band that will be positioned against the Xiaomi Mi Band 5. OnePlus began teasing details of the band earlier this week, and we now have official confirmation: the OnePlus Band will be unveiled in India on January 11.This is OnePlus' first wearable device, and we know a lot about what the band has to offer. It will sport an AMOLED panel, water resistance, heart rate monitoring, and multi-day battery life. The band is set to debut for under ₹3,000, but we'll have to wait until January 11 (the event kicks off at 11:am IST) to find out...

You might think after all the action surrounding the holidays that this time of year is a little quiet when it comes to money-saving opportunities. Well, you'd be right. Things aren't nearly as crazy as Black Friday, but that doesn't mean there aren't some great ways to save. Take a look at Best Buy right now, which just kicked off a three-day sale on electronics. This sale, which ends on Sunday night, features smart TVs, Amazon Echo devices, laptops, and more. The items on sale are only available in limited quantities, so you might find some of the stuff you want sells out before you get to it. Don't wait until Sunday then.The best of buysBest Buy 3-day saleThis sale continues through the weekend and ends Sunday night. It includes free delivery, even same-day. Get deals on Smart TVs, laptops, smartphones, and more.Various PricesSee at Best BuyThe Amazon Echo Show 5 has dropped to $44.99 during this sale. This price matches what we saw the Echo Show 5 hit during Black Fri...

For consumer use, this is exactly what you want to see in a small single-board computer.I really didn't think I could be more impressed by a Raspberry Pi than I was when Pi 4 Model B launched in 2019, but here we are. I love to tinker with gadgets, and always have a Raspberry Pi or two sitting on my messy workbench. They are just that versatile.I was excited to see the Raspberry Pi 400 launch because it solved two very real problems most people will face when they want to get started: the need for an enclosure of some sort, and a keyboard to get everything set up and running. Turns out that even if you already have a great Raspberry Pi case or two and a handful of extra keyboards, the Raspberry Pi 400 is still pretty darn awesome.At a glanceRaspberry Pi 400 Bottom line: The Raspberry Pi 400 is nothing more than a Raspberr...

14-day battery lifeAmazFit GTS 2 Mini$100 at AmazonProsLonger battery lifeMore affordably pricedLighter on your wristMonitors heart rate, SpO2, sleep, stress, and breathing5 ATM waterproofConsCan't answer phone calls or hear voice commandsNo built-in music storageSmaller, flatter display with less ppiAnyone looking for a cheap fitness tracker that will also look classy on your wrist outside of workouts should strongly consider the AmazFit GTS 2 Mini. It'll provide you with up-to-date health data and has over 70 sports modes, and still out thanks to its bright and colorful display.Music storage and voice commandsAmazFit GTS 2$180 at AmazonProsBuilt-in speakers, mic and music storageLarger, 3D curved display with better ppiBuilt-in voice commandsMonitors heart rate, SpO2, sleep, and stress5 ATM waterproofConsMore expensiveShorter battery life on averageSlightly heavierThe GTS 2 is still relatively new, but it has plenty of ups...

As more of our appliances get smart, certain things we use daily begin to stand out and seem even dumber if they are not yet integrated into our smart home setups. Meross offers a number of accessories to smarten up dumb devices, and a bunch of their most popular products are on sale at Woot with prices starting at just $11. This means you can save up to 33% on these popular items.Whether you use Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit to control your smart home, this sale has got something for you.One of the best deals in the sale is on the Meross smart garage door opener. It's down to $27.99 which is lower than we've ever seen it drop at Amazon.This super popular smart garage door opener adds remote and voice control easily to your existing garage door opener and doesn't require any extra hub or anything like that. It's compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, and you can use the Meross app to turn your phone into a garage door remote control. You can get not...

If high-end phones continue to demand $1000+ price tags, superior zoom capabilities are a non-negotiable requirement.What's coming in 2021Samsung needs its own MagSafeAndroid apps on tablets need a boost — for foldables' sakeOur 2021 Google predictionsHey YouTube, get it together in 2021Prepaid carriers need to offer more than the basicsBattery tech is getting a huge boost in 2021We need more camera quality, not quantityRay tracing will take 2021 by stormWill cloud gaming ruin mobile games?Why we need a better mobile AlexaSuperzoom cameras are the futureOur 2021 PlayStation predictionsRural internet needs a 5G boostSamsung's environmental focusOur 2021 Samsung predictionsGoogle TV needs to keep getting betterWhat happened in 2020Value flagships came into their own60fps became the norm on consolesWeird phones are backThis was the year of the ChromebookSamsung rediscovered the joy of flat displaysSmall phones are fun again5G tried and failed to imp...

German league leaders Bayern Munich travel to old rivals Mönchengladbach in today's big Bundesliga clash. Don't miss a moment with our Borussia Mönchengladbach vs Bayern Munich live stream guide.Though Der Klassiker has come to mean Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund in recent years, it's Borussia Mönchengladbach that went toe-to-toe with FCB in years gone by. Back in the 1970s, these two sides were fierce rivals though Bayern have been the team to maintain their success in more recent times.Having won the Bundesliga for a record eighth consecutive time last year, the Bavarians are in a good spot to claim another league win in 2021 sitting two points clear at the top of the table after 14 games.Hans-Dieter Flick's men are coming into today's game off the back of three consecutive victories and have not suffered defeat in any competition this season since their shock 4-1 defeat at Hoffenheim in week two.Borussia Mönchengladbach finished fourth last season, a few points sho...

The upcoming budget phone will have a near-identical design to its predecessor.What you need to knowThe first CAD-based renders of the upcoming Nokia 6.4 have surfaced.Like its predecessor, the upcoming budget phone will have a waterdrop notch display.On the back of the phone will be a quad-camera system housed within a circular bump.HMD Global refreshed its budget smartphone lineup last month with the launch of the Nokia 5.4. The company is soon expected to launch a few more new Nokia phones, including a follow-up to last year's Nokia 6.2. While there's no word yet on when HMD Global plans to launch its first 2021 devices, CAD-based renders of the upcoming Nokia 6.4 have now surfaced, courtesy of reliable leaker @OnLeaks. The renders suggest the Nokia 6.4 will not look very different from its predecessor. It will have a similar waterdrop notch at the top of the display and a circular camera bump at the rear. Fortunately, the 3.5mm headphone jack appears to have been...

Woot currently has the refurb iRobot Roomba 960 robotic vacuum cleaner marked down to just $249.99, which is around $150 lower than it regularly sells for in refurbished condition at Amazon. Today's price is the lowest we have ever tracked for it and saves you even more when compared to a new model. Despite being refurbished, your robot vac will look and work like new and comes backed by a 90-day warranty.We named the Roomba 960 our favorite overall robot vacuum cleaner in 2020 so this is a deal you don't want to miss. You can schedule it to run via the free iRobot HOME app, or by using your voice through one of Amazon's Alexa-enabled Echo devices, making it super convenient. You can also tell it not to clean a specific area. The included sensors warn the device if it is getting near an obstacle or if it's about to fall down a flight of stairs.It can run for 75 minutes before needing to be recharged, and it has the ability to recharge and then resume cleaning from the same place....

The Exynos 2100 is expected to be even more powerful than Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888.What you need to knowSamsung will unveil its next-gen Exynos 2100 chipset at a dedicated event on January 12.The Exynos 2100 will power most variants of the upcoming Galaxy S21 series phones.It is expected to be a major upgrade over last year's Exynos 990 both in terms of performance and power efficiency.Samsung is holding a dedicated event to unveil its next-gen flagship Exynos chipset on January 12. The special broadcast event will begin at 9 AM ET and will be live-streamed on Samsung's YouTube channel. Expected to be called the Exynos 2100, the upcoming chipset will power the international variants of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S21 series phones.Like Qualcomm's Snapdragon 888, which is expected to power nearly all the best Android phones this year, the Exynos 2100 will be built on a 5nm EUV process. As per a recent leak, the Exynos 2100 will have an "ultra-high-performance" core ru...

WhatsApp is being inexorably linked to Facebook, and you won't be able to use the service unless you agree to share data with Facebook. Thankfully, there are decent alternatives available, with Signal being the frontrunner. Here's how you can seamlessly transition your group chats from WhatsApp to Signal.Here's why you should switch to SignalSignal is one of the best Android messaging apps around; it uses the same end-to-end encryption protocol as WhatsApp, and it safeguards your privacy. But most of all, it has nothing to do with Facebook and won't sell your data to any third-party companies — and it got an endorsement from Elon Musk.In addition to one-on-one messaging and group chats, Signal has voice and video calling baked in — just like WhatsApp. You even get the option to use Signal as your default SMS client, and the app is free to use. Signal is a non-profit and relies on donations for development, servers, and bandwidth costs.So now that you have a high-level ove...

Which carrier delivers the best 5G experience?5G coverage is rapidly expanding across thousands of U.S. cities. AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have each launched 5G networks with both high-capacity mmWave and long-range sub-6 bands. If you're ready to jump into a new 5G phone, make sure to keep up to date on which carrier has the best coverage for you. Notably, T-Mobile's 5G network is adding capacity to its network in over 1,000 cities already thanks to the spectrum it got from Sprint. Once fully deployed, 5G service will provide faster speeds and reduced response times, allowing for new services and cloud computing not previously available but for now, it's still very much a work in progress.5G is taking hold in the U.S., and it's no coincidence that many of the best 5G phones are also some of the best Android phones in general. For now, the major difference between LTE and 5G will be speed, but as coverage continues to roll out to new areas, more services that rely on instant...

Xiaomi just can't seem to deliver a problem-free software update to its Android One phones.Xiaomi has a chequered history with Android One. The brand makes some of the best Android One phones, and it in fact kicked off the second wave of the Android One program with the Mi A1 back in 2017. Both the Mi A1 as well as its successor — the Mi A2 — were well-received, but they weren't without their share of problems, particularly around software updates.The Oreo platform update for the Mi A1 was riddled with battery and fingerprint issues, and the Mi A2's Android 10 update had problems with the microphone and calling features. Xiaomi had to halt the rollout of the update numerous times to fix problems that surfaced with every subsequent rollout.Xiaomi has once again run into issues while delivering the Android 11 update to the Mi A3, and in this instance the build ended up bricking phones. Here's the timeline: Xiaomi started rolling out the stable Android 11 update to the Mi A3 o...

The virtual A Bowie Celebration: Just For One Day! is bringing together artists from around the world for a special event dedicated to the life and legacy of David Bowie. Along with a slate of popular musical guests, alumni band members from Bowie's previous studio albums will appear during the show as well.This full-length concert livestream is set to last for more than three hours and will feature performances and appearances by Trent Reznor, Andra Day, Billy Corgan, Adam Lambert, Perry Farrell, Joe Elliott, Gavin Rossdale, actor Gary Oldman, Macy Gray, Ian Astbury, Yungblud, Peter Frampton, Kind Heaven Orchestra vocalist Etty Lau Farrell, Ian Hunter, Anna Calvi, Atticus Ross, Mariqueen Maandig Reznor, Charlie Sexton, Catherine Russell, Lizzy Hale, Gail Ann Dorsey, Michael C. Hall, Bernard Fowler, Corey Glover, Duran Duran, Lena Hall, Judith Hill, Boy George, Taylor Momsen, Ricky Gervais, Gary Barlow and Ground Control.As livestreams have leveled up in the past year, so has the c...

One UI 2.5 made its appearance on the Samsung Galaxy Note 20. It's now coming to older flagships as Samsung now promises up to 3 major updates.Samsung has updated One UI, its own opinionated take on Google's Android software, version 2.5. The update first made its debut on the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra, and now the company has committed this update bringing it to at least three generations of past flagships.What's new in One UI 2.5Samsung first released One UI 2.5 on the Note 20. It bundles in updates to many of Samsung's core apps including the Notes app, wireless Samsung DeX, and Reminders. Notes become far more powerful, allowing users to bookmark sections of audio recordings and edit PDF documents. Samsung's also added syncing so that you can keep your notes in sync across all your devices.DeX also becomes a lot more powerful with wireless DeX support. Now you can use any compatible smart TV and instantly create a larger workspace while using your Galaxy ph...

The OnePlus Band is closer to becoming a reality.Update, January 7 (7:20 pm ET): A bunch of new watch faces were uncovered from the app, hinting at a smartwatch as well as a fitness band.What you need to knowA new OnePlus Health app has appeared on Google Play with information about the OnePlus Band.The app will be able to manage the OnePlus Band's health data and change watch faces.The OnePlus Band is expected to be announced early this year.OnePlus got fans of the company excited when it announced that it was working on a smartwatch and surprised many when CEO, Pete Lau, tweeted last month that the watch would be launched in early 2021. Well, early 2021 has arrived, and more information about the watch has slowly crept up, such as the fact that it's more of a fitness band than a full-on smartwatch. That was pretty much solidified with this week's teaser, and now a new OnePlus Health app has been spotted on the Google Play Store which actually shows off the OnePlus Band,...

YouTube will now suspend accounts that violate their policies.What you need to knowYouTube has announced more stringent actions against accounts that violate its policies.Accounts that receive a strike will be temporarily banned.The move comes just a day after the U.S. Capitol was stormed by pro-Trump rioters.YouTube is putting its foot down when it comes to accounts that are spreading false claims about the election. The company was one of several social media sites to remove Trump's video addressing the rioters at the U.S. Capitol. Now YouTube is announcing stricter repercussions to channels that violate its policies and promote misinformation about the election in their videos.1. Due to the disturbing events that transpired yesterday, and given that the election results have now been certified, starting today *any* channels posting new videos with false claims in violation of our policies will now receive a strike. https://t.co/aq3AVugzL7— YouTubeInsider (@YouTubeIns...

If you want to get the most out of your favorite music or podcast, noise-canceling headphones are the way to go. They block out ambient noise around you, making it easy to focus on what's playing — something that's especially useful when flying, working at a coffee shop, or just being out in public. We've rounded up eight of the best ones you can get for less than $100, including the Soundcore Life Q30 as our top overall pick.Best Overall: Soundcore Life Q30Anker's Soundcore brand has been at the forefront of the best wireless earbuds and best wireless headphones, and the Life Q30 are another reminder of why Soundcore is one of the most compelling players in the game.When it comes to active noise cancelation (ANC), the Soundcore Life Q30 feature three customizable modes to help you get the perfect listening experience. Transport Mode helps block out things like an airplane engine (remember those?), Outdoor Mode reduces traffic and wind sounds, and Indoor Mode fights against...

Google had sold a Verizon exclusive Pixel 4a 5G with the white colorway.What you need to knowThe Pixel 4a 5G will now come in Clearly White from late January.Google had earlier sold a variant of the handset in that hue for Verizon customers who paid $100 extra for the privilege.Now, it's being made broadly available to all.Like the Pixel 4a, the Pixel 4a 5G launched in a singular Just Black colorway. Sure, there was a model of the Pixel 4a 5G that was in white, but it was a Verizon exclusive. Again, like the Pixel 4a, Google is now making an additional color variant of the 4a 5G available for purchase months after launch. It's still the same Clearly White variant that Verizon sells, but it's now coming to all customers.The Verge spotted a now-defunct link for the upcoming phone on B&H, and was late able to confirm with Google that the phone would be launching at the end of the month, specifically the 28th of January.Google's Pixel 4a 5G remains one of the best pho...

This marks the debut of Google TV outside of Chromecast.What you need to knowSony has just announced its new Bravia XR lineup featuring Google TV.This is the first time the Google TV interface is featured on a TV.Pricing and availability have not yet been made available.CES 2021 continues to ramp up and even though most companies here focus on TVs, laptops, and home appliances, many of these products offer tech that's focused on connecting with other devices like smartphones and smart home.Sony's lineup of smart TVs already came pre-installed with Android TV, making them some of the most ideal TVs to have, particularly for Android users. Now Sony's newest lineup of Bravia TVs is taking things to the next level, launching with the Google TV interface pre-installed.For some clarification on what Google TV is, it's basically Android TV but with an additional layer that Google has created for a more personalized experience. Users can access Google Assistant, connect with ...

New year, new you.If you're like most people, your resolutions revolve around living a healthier lifestyle, reorganizing your budget, or trying to build some new habits. Those aren't easy for anyone, but with the help of these apps, you can ensure you have the best chance possible to stick with your resolutions and come out the end of 2021 happier and healthier than ever before.Doing this on your own can be pretty tricky, but with the help of these apps, you can put yourself in the best position possible to stick with your goals moving forward.Top 4 Apps:1. Google Keep2. FitNotes3. Grow - Habit Tracking4. MonefyStay ProductiveTodoistGoogle CalendarCalendar Widget by Home AgendaHabiticaGet fit and healthyNike Training ClubFood DiaryMyFitnessPalTake time for yourselfCalmWhat's UpControl your financesMintAndroMoneyRobinhoodWhat are the best New Year's resolution apps?Trying to start and keep your resolutions throughout the year can be...

Google set to continue building helpful technlogy with a thoughtful new use for an old gimmick.What you need to knowGoogle is making a new Nest Hub with Soli on board, as per a new report.The report also adds the upcoming Nest Hub will use the technology to track sleep. A Soli-equipped Nest Hub was spotted in the FCC this week.Google may have stripped Soli from smartphones with the Pixel 5, but it's working at putting it to better use with other products. An FCC listing already leaked the upcoming Nest Hub with a Soli chip, but a new report from 9to5Google adds a little more detail to the story of the chip's inclusion.Citing sources close to the matter, 9to5Google reports that the Soli radar technology would be used to power sleep tracking in this nest hub. Smart displays like this are often used as alarm clocks and bedroom speakers, so using Soli to help users track their sleep could stand out as a unique selling point.It's a step up from what Google used Soli for in t...

Anything is your weapon, now in PSVR.What you need to knowHitman 3 concludes the latest series of the Hitman franchise..A new trailer shows how differently Hitman 3 looks and plays in PSVR. Hitman 3 is scheduled to release on January 20, 2021. Hitman 3 is playable in PlayStation VR (PSVR) and IO Interactive shared a new trailer today, giving another look at how differently this stealth simulator plays out in VR. You can check out the new trailer below.Hitman 3 allows players to experience Hitman and Hitman 2 with new graphical enhancements if they've already been purchased and this extends over to PSVR. So if you've never played the past two Hitman games and you own a PSVR headset, just purchase them before grabbing Hitman 3 and you can go through the entire trilogy in VR.The PS5 version of Hitman 3 includes a free PS4 copy for playing in PSVR, since right now all PSVR games are backward compatible PS4 titles. While you can't play the PS5 version in PSVR, it include...

A whole Galaxy worth of S21s to keep track ofWhat you need to knowInformation uncovered by leaker Evan Blass point to over 900 Samsung Galaxy S21 variants.Blass said the URLs were discoverable and posted an image of them on the Voice social platform.SKUs point to multiple configurations and at least 11 different color options.Noted leaker Evan Blass has uncovered another interesting bit of information about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 product lineup. According to URLs generated by Samsung's web team, Blass discovered over 900 versions of the Samsung Galaxy S21 lineup that will be made available worldwide throughout 2021.The many SKUs indicate various models, chipsets, storage and/or RAM variants, and color options for countries around the world. While there may only be a handful of color options available at launch, the leak appears to show that there could be as many as 11 different colored Galaxy S21s to come, including navy, red, and brown. Blass notes that this ...

Using one of the best free VPN services could end up bringing a lot of advantages to your daily work flow. Not everyone who uses a Virtual Private Network needs everything that a paid service offers, and often the free ones are enough to get by. We've compared the advantages between free VPNs vs. paid VPNs. If you're looking for the best VPN to use, we have you covered.As of right now, we have ProtonVPN as the best free VPN option in 2020, followed closely by Hotspot Shield Free. With ProtonVPN, you get unlimited bandwidth on a single device when using the free plan, and Hotspot Shield also offers a generous data allotment and rich feature set.Free VPNs aren't for everyoneA note about free VPN optionsThere are a bunch of great free VPN options (which we've highlighted lower on this page), but it's worth noting that these aren't the best picks for everynoe. With free VPNs you will make some sacrifices in overall user experience, but if you want to avoid that we've also highlight...

Source: StackCommerceNot everyone has the luxury of a personal massage therapist on call. But with the REATHLETE Fold Percussive Massager, you can get the same treatment at home. This portable device is currently 28% off MSRP at just $249.99.Muscle pain and stiffness is a constant problem for many of us. This discomfort is usually a result of tightness, damage, or past injuries.In all of these circumstances, the REATHLETE could have a really positive effect. Rated at 4.3 stars on Amazon, the device vibrates between 1200RPM and 3200RPM to knead away the pain and speed up recovery.The REATHLETE has four different speeds to choose from, and five different heads to target different areas of the body. It also has an adjustable arm to help you reach awkward spots, such as your upper back.You get five hours of use from a single charge, and the massager is small enough to take anywhere.It's usually priced at $350, but you can get it today for just $249.99 with a carry case and gi...

No longer want to use WhatsApp? Deleting your account is easy.If you no longer want to use WhatsApp, or if your WhatsApp data becomes corrupted, you can take care of this by deleting your WhatsApp account. Many people are now considering this drastic option ever since it was announced that WhatsApp will now require you to share your chat data with Facebook.Deleting your WhatsApp account is a decision that should not be made lightly, as doing so will permanently erase all of your data. Even if you choose to reactivate your account in the future, your deleted data will still be gone and unable to be recovered.With that out of the way, if you still want to know how to delete your WhatsApp account, we'll show you how in just a few simple steps.How to delete your WhatsApp accountOpen WhatsApp on your phone.Tap the three dots in the upper-right corner.Tap Settings.Tap Account.Tap Delete my account.Enter your phone number.Tap Delete my account.Indicate your reason for ...

If your budget for a pair of headphones allows, then one among the best wireless headphones under $100 is within reach. They range from over-ear headphones to true wireless earbuds, giving you some variety to select from. For the best of the bunch, you'd have to start with the Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT because of their excellent sound quality, comfort and consistency.Best Overall: Sennheiser HD 4.40 BTSennheiser doesn't often compete on aesthetics, but the company is very consistent in its audio prowess. Even at a price range like this, the HD 4.40 BT are the best wireless headphones under $100, proving that you get real bang for your buck. It might be somewhat surprising, given they came out in 2017, but they're still available and sound just as good as today's headphones.Granted, the sound signature here isn't on Sennheiser's regular audiophile level, opting to go with a more crowd-pleasing soundstage that slightly boosts the bass. Despite that, it works really well for multipl...

JBL unveils a whole slate of personal audio devices this CES.What you need to knowJBL today unveiled new updates to its personal audio line, including on-ear headphones, over-ear headphones, and true wireless earbuds.It's also launching a new Tour line, aimed at business customers.These new products are rolling out from March.JBL makes some of the nicest headphones, and the company today expanded its lineup with new updates to the Live series, the launch of a new Tour series, and an addition to the Reflect series.The more interesting ones consumer wise in this launch are the update to the JBL Live series with the inclusion of the new JBL Live Pro+, JBL Live 660NC, JBL Live 460NC, and the Live Free NC. These run the gamut from truly wireless earbuds to over-ear headphones, to on-ear headphones.JBL is touting their new smart ambient technology, paired with active noise canceling, this allows buyers to listen to engage with the real world without needing to take their ear...

What you need to knowAcer is debuting a Ryzen-powered 14-inch 2-in-1 Chromebook at CES 2021.The Acer Chromebook Spin 514 starts at $479 and the Enterprise Spin 14 starts at $749.In addition to up to 128GB eMMC internal storage, there's also a slot for an M.2 SSD, something seldom seen in Chromebooks.There will be three colors available: Pure Sliver, Steel Gray and Mist Green.The Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 will include an HDMI port, a protective sleeve and a mouse.CES 2021 is off to a good start for Chromebook fans, with Samsung showing off the Galaxy Chromebook 2 as a more affordable, more reasonable version of last year's $1000 4K beauty, but Samsung isn't the only manufacturer showing off the new hotness today. Acer delivered one of the Best Chromebooks of 2020 in the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 — a Project Athena Chromebook that was actually built to get work done instead of just look thin and pretty — and now it's back with the Acer Chromebook Spin 514 and the...

While you can store your photos on your phone, a great all-in-one printer is great for making photo prints to keep for posterity. But the best portable photo printers make it easy to quickly print photos that you can take with you anywhere. We live in a world where pictures help us express what we're thinking and feeling. Most of us post them online on social media sites or in cloud services like Google Photos and share them that way, but sometimes you want to preserve those images in a way that you can touch and hang on your wall. That's where these portable instant photo printers come into play. These will give you speedy prints, with zero hassle.Instant and rechargableCanon Selphy Square QX10Staff PickCanon's Selphy instant printer is easy to fit into your bag or even your pocket and prints 2.7-by-2.7-inch photos that are rated to last up to 100 years using dye-sub technology. The Selphy Layout app lets you add stickers and filters, and the built-in battery means you w...

Starting the New Year off strong, Best Buy has the PS5 in stock.Didn't grab a PS5 before the holidays? Now's your chance to get one from Best Buy. The retailer has stocked up on the popular console with a few caveats in place to make sure they don't sell out too quickly. If you try adding it to your cart, you may be asked to wait a few minutes before more stock is released.Next-genPlayStation 5See at Best BuyGet it fast while it's in-stockThe New Year is here and if you weren't able to grab a PS5 in 2020, Best Buy is giving you another chance today. Sony's machine has been sold out for months now since it's release in November for good reason. It plays some of the very best games on the market. With titles like the upcoming God of War: Ragnarok and Horizon Forbidden West, it has a bright future.Per Best Buy:Every few minutes, we're going to release more inventory.Shortly, the button below will turn back to yellow (unless we sell out).At that point, try adding...

The Oculus Quest 2 is the newest VR headset on the block, delivering a stellar experience with no wires to trip over. The best accessories for the Oculus Quest 2 will help you get an even better experience, but first you'll need to make sure the headset is a good fit. You want a fit that is firm so it won't slip off your head while playing, but without being too tight. After all, you are going to be wearing this for a while, right? Here's how to adjust the Quest 2 strap.How to get the best fit with Oculus Quest 2The headstrap that ships with the Oculus Quest 2 is very different from what Facebook used on the original Oculus Quest, so even if you've owned that device in the past you'll need to retrain your brain on how to adjust the Quest 2. First, we'll want to adjust the side straps to wrap comfortable around your head.Remove your Oculus Quest 2 from the box. Remove any plastic inserts from the headset and unwrap the cloth straps.To adjust the circumference of the straps, h...

"The shocking events of the last 24 hours clearly demonstrate that President Donald Trump intends to use his remaining time in office to undermine the peaceful and lawful transition of power to his elected successor, Joe Biden."What you need to knowMark Zuckerberg says Facebook has suspended President Trump from both Facebook and Instagram indefinitely.The suspension will last for at least two weeks until Joe Biden is inaugurated.Zuckerberg said Trump's decision to "condone rather than condemn violence on the platform" had "rightly disturbed" people around the world. Mark Zuckerberg has stated that Facebook has suspended President Trump from both Facebook and Instagram indefinitely.In a recently uploaded post, Zuckerberg stated: The shocking events of the last 24 hours clearly demonstrate that President Donald Trump intends to use his remaining time in office to undermine the peaceful and lawful transition of power to his elected successor, Joe Biden. His decision ...

WhatsApp is doing the exact thing it said it wouldn't do when it was acquired by Facebook seven years ago.Facebook acquired WhatsApp back in February 2014 for a staggering $19 billion. At that time, the service had 500 million users; it now boasts over 2 billion users today.Facebook tried a lot of methods to monetize WhatsApp over the years, introducing business accounts to allow brands to chat with customers and even turning the platform into an e-commerce destination. That said, the app was left as its own entity, and Facebook didn't meddle too much into the core service itself.That's changing now. WhatsApp has updated its privacy policy, and the new terms requires users to share data with Facebook as well as its associated companies, including Facebook Payments, Onavo (a web analytics service and controversial VPN), and CrowdTangle (a social analytics tool). The data that will be shared with Facebook and its companies as part of the new terms includes the following:Profil...

Best answer: Yes. The Sony Xperia 1 II is still a solid buy. With a Snapdragon 865 processor, 6.5-inch 4K screen, 8GB of RAM, and 256 GB onboard storage, this phone is already amazing. Plus, you can grab it for under $900. Add to that Sony's superior photography experience, and this is a phone that stands on its own.6.5-inch 4K Screen: Sony Xperia 1 II ($895 at Amazon)What more could you want from a 2020 phone?The Sony Xperia 1 II debuted in the middle of 2020 with a particular emphasis on photography. A set of 12-megapixel sensors and a completely customized Pro camera mode allow you to get the photo you're after, but it's more than just a photography champ.The phone is a true premium phone, sporting a Snapdragon 865 processor, 128 or 256 GB of storage, 8 or 12 GB of RAM, and a 4,000 mAh battery. It's the top of the line in most departments, and on release, it came with a top of the line price tag as well. An introductory price of almost $1,200 didn't make it the most expe...

The all-new PlayStation 5 is officially available for purchase, but finding a retailer that actually has stock of the new console available to buy isn't such an easy task just yet. With that being said, there are still plenty of opportunities to pick up the new PlayStation 5 or the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition if you know where to look.As of January 2021, we're noticing that the PlayStation 5 generally sells out of stock on the same day as it becomes available for purchase at most major online retailers. While that outlook may seem grim, the bright side is that retailers are consistently receiving stock of the console and you generally don't have to wait too long before they return in stock somewhere.TargetTarget is where you should purchase the PlayStation 5 when given the chance, since there's a way you can actually save $25 on its purchase there when you check out using the RedCard. There's a free debit version with no fees that every Target shopper should have, and if yo...

The company's upcoming OnePlus 9 series may deliver a much-improved camera experience over their predecessors.What you need to knowOnePlus co-founder and CEO Pete Lau has said that the company is focusing its R&D efforts towards improving the camera capabilities of its upcoming devices.The executive expects OnePlus to become the industry leader in terms of image quality in the future.OnePlus' current devices aren't up to par with the competition when it comes to camera performance.There is no doubt that OnePlus makes some of the best Android phones on the market, but its phones aren't quite as impressive as the competition when it comes to image quality. However, things could finally change this year, as the company has shifted its focus to providing a top-notch camera experience.In response to a question from a Weibo user, OnePlus CEO Pete Lau said that the company will invest "huge resources" on improving the camera capabilities of its devices this year and strive t...