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Motorola is one of the oldest and most recognizable phone brands in the world, and while it may not have the same dominance in the market that it once did, the company still kicks out some truly excellent products, often at great prices. If your heart is set on one of these solid devices, here are the best Motorola phones that are out right now.Best of the bunchMoto G Power (2020)Staff PickWhen it comes to the best Motorola phones, the Moto G Power (2020) is the way to go. Motorola's G-series has always been about delivering quality phones at great prices, and the G Power (2020) is an exceptional example of that goal. The star of the show is the 5,000 mAh battery, offering up to three days of use per charge. Rounding out the experience is a great 6.4-inch Full HD+ display, reliable performance thanks to the Snapdragon 665, and a trio of rear cameras that are solid for the price.$220 at Amazon$220 at Best Buy$227 at WalmartThe one with a stylusMoto G Stylus (2021)...

You'll have to turn on proactive results to be able to view and interact with your wellness data on a compatible smart display.What you need to knowGoogle Assistant can now show wellness data on your smart displays.The "Sleep" section under Google Assistant settings is being replaced with a new "Wellness" section.Currently, the feature only supports sleep data from Fitbit devices. In November last year, Google Assistant gained a new feature that allowed it to access wellness data from third-party fitness trackers. Google is now expanding the feature to smart displays with a new "Wellness" section under Assistant settings. The new "Wellness" section replaces the "Sleep" section that was added in November.As can be seen in the screenshots below, the "Wellness" section will allow you to manage your sleep, exercise, as well as nutrition data. The Assistant will also proactively show the information from connected fitness devices and services on your display devices. However, ...

We just shared a deal on the Vizio 65-inch M Series Quantum 4K Smart TV when it dropped to $698 about a week ago. That was a great price considering it normally sells for $778. Right now you can get it for $50 less than that as it's going for $648 at Walmart. Now that's a huge deal and great savings on this TV that's very quickly going out of stock as Vizio prepares for its 2021 lineup.The Vizio really hits a sweet spot for price and features. You're paying less than $700 and getting 4K with local dimming zones, a solid smart platform, and even tech like Chromecast built into it. Those extra features like Chromecast and such are one of the reasons we consider the M Series Quantum a great TV series for streaming from programs like Disney Plus.For image quality, the Vizio has a ton of different features to enhance it. For one thing, you start with Vizio's IQ Active processor. This thing is super fast and delivers superior picture processing. You can upscale non-4K content to 4K and...

Dual Messenger is an incredibly useful tool that lets you run two instances of a messaging service on the same phone. So if you have two Facebook or Telegram accounts or use two phone numbers with WhatsApp, the feature is bound to come in handy. Here's how you can set up and start using Dual Messenger on your Galaxy phone.What is Dual Messenger, and how does it work?Dual Messenger is available on all Galaxy phones running One UI. The feature essentially works by cloning a messaging app so that you can run a second instance of it on your phone. That way, you can use two Facebook or WhatsApp accounts on the same phone, making it that much more convenient.Before we get started with how to use Dual Messenger, there are a few points to note. You can't manually add an app; if it doesn't show up in the list of available apps that can be cloned, you won't be able to use the feature with it. Dual Messenger works with popular messaging services, and you'll find Facebook, WhatsApp, and Te...

The Eufy SpaceView 720p baby monitor has dropped to $119.99 on Amazon. That's $40 off its regular price, and this is the first discount we've seen since Black Friday. It actually dropped as low as $113 then, but that was a super unique deal that obviously only lasted for that weekend. Otherwise, today's drop is as low as the baby monitor goes.You can also save on the SpaceView Pro, which adds some more advanced features. It's down to $144.49 on Amazon in its first ever discount from its normal price of $170.This baby monitor lets you both see and hear your little one. The 5-inch 720p display is better than most monitors you'll find on the market, and there's a wide-angle lens included for when your kid transitions from crib to climbing-out-of-the-crib-and-wreaking-havoc. Fun times. You can tilt and pan the lens to see corner-to-corner, and there's a wall mount included for customized coverage. The night vision mode allows you to see in the dark.This also has some nice features ...

Twitter hasn't disclosed the financial terms of the deal.What you need to knowTwitter has acquired Dutch newsletter startup Revue.Twitter says it acquired Revue to help writers to monetize their audience on its platform.To encourage more users to create newsletters, Twitter is lowering Revue's paid newsletter fee to just 5%.Twitter has acquired Dutch newsletter publishing company Revue to make its platform "a better home for writers." The acquisition is likely to help Twitter expand its revenue stream beyond advertising and also allow users on its platform to earn money for creating content.In a blog post announcing the deal, Twitter Product Lead Kayvon Beykpour and VP of Publisher Products Mike Park wrote: To jumpstart our efforts, Twitter has acquired Revue, a service that makes it free and easy for anyone to start and publish editorial newsletters. Revue will accelerate our work to help people stay informed about their interests while giving all types of writers a ...

What you need to knowFleksy is launching an in-keyboard theme marketplace powered by artists.Users will be able to choose from hundreds of free and paid keyboard themes in a wide variety of styles and palettes.Paid themes are nothing new for keyboards, and I'm all for paying artists when you'll see their work 250 times a day.Fleksy is one of the best keyboard apps on the market, but it's still easy to overlook when titans like Gboard and SwiftKey have the power of Google and Microsoft behind them. Fleksy long eschewed gestures and swipe typing, which wasn't added until recently. It's the perfect keyboard for hunt-and-peck typers who like having a lot of add-ons to choose from. After years of Fleksy's keyboard themes being average at best — though I will always adore teal with the fireworks add-on — Fleksy is partnering up with a collection of artists to jazz things up.FleksyArt is the keyboard's new theme store, which will showcase professionally designed themes fro...

Wearables with LTE connectivity are made for a very specific type of user — the one who doesn't want to take their phone out to work out — and they're becoming more and more popular these days. While everyone has their preference, we feel confident saying that the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is the best LTE smartwatch you can buy. It has a nice blend of smartwatch perks and health/fitness tracking that most users will appreciate. Fortunately, there are plenty of options to choose from.Best Overall: Samsung Galaxy Watch 3The Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is one of the company's latest watches. In fact, it's only a few months old. If you like having the latest model, you'll appreciate this LTE smartwatch. The original model also offered optional LTE connectivity, but it didn't cater much to the fitness crowd. The Galaxy Watch 3, however, has come a long way since then.One of the reasons this is the best LTE smartwatch is all the new features, including SpO2 and VO2 max readings. If you...

The red HyperX Cloud II gaming headset is down to $79 at Amazon. You can also get it in gunmetal for just a dollar more. Both prices are $20 off what the HyperX normally sells for, and this is the first sale we've seen on the new version of the Cloud II in nearly a year. This is already a super affordable headset given its feature set, which just makes today's sale even better. It also seems this is a price match of a Target deal so you can get it there, too.The HyperX Cloud II headset uses a USB audio sound card to create 7.1 virtual surround sound. While it's not actual surround sound, it's good enough that you'll be able tell where noises are coming from. If you're using this to play the latest Call of Duty you'll be able to cut off your enemies from sneaking up on you. Of course, you still got to be good enough to aim, but we can't help you with that.The sound quality is superb, too, with powerful 53mm neodymium magnet drivers. Puts you right in the middle of the action. The ...

There are some surprisingly good things Facebook is doing for Oculus gamers.Facebook's recent history with account merging has been a disastrous PR move in every corner of the market. Every service the company rolls into the Facebook fold brings a significant backlash from users who "didn't ask for this." It's a common line of thinking that stretches from WhatsApp's updated privacy policy to the forced merging of Oculus accounts and has many people asking, "what in the world are they thinking?"To sum it up: ad revenue. You don't need to look any further than earnings reports to see this. Instagram made Facebook a reported $20 Billion in 2019, and it's doing the same thing with WhatsApp and Oculus as it did with that platform. After all, it doesn't really make much sense for Facebook to be selling a headset as advanced (and expensive to make) as the Oculus Quest 2 for just $300, right?Facebook has finally figured out a way to make money off its Oculus purchase — which cost the...

Amazon has a daily deal featuring a variety of Anker items designed to help you keep your gear juiced up and ready to go. Everything featured in this sale is discounted with some of the items up to 36% off their regular prices. Since it is a daily deal, these prices are set to expire by the end of the day. Some of them may even sell out and disappear from the list altogether. If you need a new USB-C to USB-C charging cable or 5-port wall charger, grab one now while you can.Grab this Anker USB-C power strip and surge protector on sale for $44.99. It is normally $70 and hasn't had a direct discount since October. Today's price matches its lowest ever.The power strip has three AC outlets on one side and USB ports on the other. The side with USB includes two 15W USB-A ports and a 45W USB-C 3.0 port. This is designed to sit on your desk so you have the AC outlets facing backwards off your desk and keeping your work station clutter free with some front-facing USB ports you can use to c...

T-Mobile also has the edge over its rivals when it comes to 5G availability.What you need to knowIndependent data released by Opensignal claims T-Mobile offers the fastest average 5G download and upload speeds in the U.S.T-Mobile users had an average 5G download speed of 58.1Mbps between September 16 and December 14, 2020.T-Mobile also won Opensignal's 5G Availability award with a score of 30.1%, up from 22.5% six months back.T-Mobile's 5G is the fastest among all major carriers in the U.S., according to Opensignal's 5G User Experience Report January 2021. For the first time, T-Mobile has won Opensignal's award for 5G download speed, with average 5G download speeds of 58.1 Mbps.Neville Ray, President of Technology at T-Mobile, said in a statement: From the word 'go', we've been the leader in 5G coverage, and now we're piling on the speed with Ultra Capacity 5G – first in 5G coverage, now first in 5G speed. Last year we blanketed the country in 5G, and now we're laye...

Fans of Black-ish and Grown-ish will get to see exactly what was like for Rainbow 'Bow' Johnson growing up in the 1980s as Mixed-ish is returning for its second season and we have all the details on how you can watch the show on TV or online.While Black-ish tells the story of the Johnson family living in Los Angeles and Grown-ish picks up where ABC's hit sitcom left off with Zoey Johnson going to college, Mixed-ish is a prequel spin-off which chronicles the childhood years of Rainbow Johnson. The series is loosely based on the early life Black-ish creator Kenya Barris' wife Dr. Rania Barris.Before settling down in Los Angeles and starting a family with Andre 'Dre' Johnson, Rainbow Johnson grew up in a hippie commune in California. However, the commune was raided by the ATF and Rainbow, her sister Alicia, her brother Johan, her mother Alicia and her father Paul all ended up moving to the suburbs in 1985.Going to school in the suburbs proved to be quite difficult and different fr...

Here's where Android is headed for 2021.Android 11 was an update that was greater than the sum of its parts. Smaller features like chat bubbles, conversation notifications, and a built-in screen recorder don't sound all that impressive on their own. Combined into one seamless package, however, Android 11 was a pretty great update for Google's mobile OS.We're now in 2021, and before you know it, we'll be playing around with the first developer preview of Android 12. Details on the next big update are still few and far between, but even so, that's not going to stop us from speculating and making a few educated guesses about where we're headed next.From rumored features, interface changes, availability, and more — here's everything we know so far about Android 12!Software kingGoogle Pixel 4a$349 at Amazon$350 at Best Buy$349 at B&HThe best phone for Android updatesIf getting fast and timely updates is a top priority for your smartphone, consider the Pixel 4a...

A good, small phone is a rarity that Samsung needs to get back in on.As a 5'2" woman without hands the size of a basketballer, I feel my heart sink whenever I see a phone series like the Galaxy S21 starts with a 6.2-inch screen and goes up from there. Don't get me wrong, the "baby" S21 is a great phone, and I'm very jealous of my coworker Hayato getting to review that lovely lilac lifeline, but like the Galaxy S20 that I reviewed last spring, it's small in name only.In fact, ever since my Pixel 4a arrived in August, I have only touched my S20 to use the camera and take photos of my smaller, easier to use Pixel. The S20's screen may be prettier, but the Pixel is just hands-down easier on my smaller hands.Like many, I'd held out a small bit of hope that Samsung would repeat the small surprise of a superphone that was the Galaxy S10e with a Galaxy S21 mini, but good fortune was not to be. And both Samsung and its customers are poorer for the omission, as it's time for Samsung to g...

It doesn't look like the OnePlus 9 Pro will fix the worst thing about the OnePlus 8 Pro.What you need to knowAs per a new leak, the upcoming OnePlus 9 series phones will not include a periscope lens.While the vanilla OnePlus 9 isn't expected to have a telephoto lens at all, the Pro could feature a traditional zoom lens.The two phones will still offer several new camera features, including a moon mode and focus peaking.The OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro are the most anticipated Android phones set to debut in the first half of 2021. Just yesterday, a leak revealed that the two phones will not be very different from their predecessors in the display department. Now, a new leak has revealed a few key details about the cameras on the OnePlus 9 series phones.If you want to know if the 9 or 9 Pro have a periscope cam: they do not have one https://t.co/Aewn1uK8h2— Max Jambor (@MaxJmb) January 25, 2021As per tipster Max Jambor, the OnePlus 9 series will not include a periscope zoom len...

The top two sides in Serie A go head-to-head in an intriguing cup clash at the San Siro tonight. Read on to find out how to get an Inter Milan vs AC Milan live stream and watch the Coppa Italia quarter-final online from anywhere.The two sides will be looking to improve upon lackluster weekend displays that saw both teams drop points in the league.League leaders AC managed to stay top, despite a shock 3-0 hammering at home to Atalanta, while Inter were unable to fully capitalize on their Milanese rivals' slip up after being held to a goalless stalemate away at Udinese.This cup clash marks the second derby match-up between the two sides this season, with Stefano Pioli's men edging past Antonio Conte's Inter 2-1 back in October, in a match which saw the evergreen Zlatan Ibrahimovich score a decisive brace to seal the win for the Rossoneri.Both teams are surprisingly long overdue a win in this tournament, with Inter having most recently won the cup in 2010, while AC's barren run ...

Other than the extra adapter, you can follow the same steps as setting it up on PS4.The goods news for previous PSVR owners on PS4, the set up is almost exactly the same on PS5. The biggest difference is that you'll need to use an adapter to plug in the PlayStation Camera. Sony allows you to request a free PSVR adapter from its support website if you enter your device's serial number. Other than that, the process of setting it all of is relatively painless.And for anyone wondering if you can just use the new PS5 HD Camera with PSVR, the answer is no; the new camera does not have a motion tracker. For whatever reason, the support just isn't there, and the two devices are not compatible with one another. It should also be noted that you'll want to play these PSVR games with the older DualShock 4 or PlayStation Move controllers as the DualSense may have some trouble with motion controls.Regardless of whether you have an older PSVR CUH-ZVR1 unit or the newer CUH-ZVR2 unit, the setu...

Android 11 is here with exciting new features, and it is making its way to your phone.With Android 11, Google is making a few tweaks to refine the platform instead of making wholesale changes. Privacy is a big focus with Android 11, with Google introducing one-time permissions and granular control over what sort of data you share.There are new features to get excited about as well — the power button menu picked up a massive overhaul, the Conversations view does a great job highlighting your messages, and there are little tweaks throughout the interface that give it an added polish.Android 11 is ready to power the best Android phones of 2021, and alongside new devices, manufacturers are doing a better job rolling out the update to their 2020 phones. So here's everything you need to know about all the new features in Android 11 and when your phone is likely to receive the update.Fast updatesGoogle Pixel 4a$350 at Amazon$350 at Best BuyGet Android 11 before anyone...

What is VoLTE, and should I even care about it?VoLTE, or Voice over LTE, is how our phones and carriers transmit our voices during a call, so there's good reason to know how to use it and why you should care. Most U.S. carriers have rolled out the red carpet for VoLTE on LTE, or what most of us call 4G. By now, VoLTE is most likely available in your area, and if you upgraded your phone in the last few years, you can probably use it. Once you have the right phone and carrier, setting VoLTE up on your phone is very easy and well worth it.Let's take a deeper look.Jump to:What is VoLTE?Which U.S. carriers support VoLTE?How can I use VoLTE?What else do I need to know about VoLTE?Do I need to upgrade my phone to use VoLTE?What is VoLTE?As the name suggests, Voice over LTE happens when your carrier allows you to place a phone call over your LTE connection instead of the older legacy voice networks. For example, Verizon Wireless traditionally used 1XRTT for all of you...

The Snapdragon 888 delivers huge performance and gaming gains as well as exciting 5G-focused innovations.Qualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon 888, and we now have a detailed breakdown of the chipset's inner workings. The Snapdragon 888 is an important chipset for Qualcomm — with 5G set to go mainstream, Qualcomm is positioning its latest chipset as the go-to option for manufacturers rolling out flagship phones in 2021. In short, the Snapdragon 888 will power the best Android phones in 2021.The Snapdragon 888 also offers a massive increase in performance across the board. Qualcomm is touting a 25% uptick in CPU performance, a 35% uptick in GPU performance, and sizeable gains with the ISP, AI engine, and 5G connectivity. Simply put, this is the biggest year-on-year update we've seen for the Snapdragon 800 series for a long time.So let's take a look at what the Snapdragon 888 has to offer and why it makes 2021 flagships like the Galaxy S21 series that much more enticing.The ...

You'll need a device running Android 9 or higher to enjoy all the benefits of the new xHE-AAC codec.What you need to knowNetflix is bringing 'studio-quality' audio to Android devices with its latest update.The update adds support for the xHE-AAC (Extended HE-AAC with MPEG-D DRC) codec to compatible Android phones.Since the new format supports loudness management, all titles that you watch will play at a consistent volume. Netflix is rolling out an updated version of its Android app with support for the xHE-AAC format. The company claims the new audio codec will deliver "studio-quality" sound to Android viewers.One of the main advantages of the new codec is its ability to adapt to variable cellular connections. This means you can enjoy studio-quality audio when the network conditions are optimal, and minimized rebuffers when you have poor reception or the network is congested.The xHE-AAC codec also supports loudness management, making it possible for all titles to play a...

What you need to knowVisible is launching the new Blade X1 5G, the latest in the Blade smartphone lineup.The Blade X1 5G comes with a FHD+ display, quad-camera setup, and Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G.Visible customers can purchase the Blade X1 5G starting today for just $384.Visible is doing its best to make itself seen in the mobile industry for having one of the best prepaid plans for those on a budget. Our Joe Maring was actually quite impressed with the offerings and service in his Visible review. The carrier piggybacks on Verizon's nationwide 4G LTE network and recently began to support 5G for Android smartphones on its network, giving customers even faster data for the same $40 price. To celebrate this momentous occasion, Visible has launched its latest smartphone, the Blade X1 5G, built by ZTE with great specs and an affordable price.The newest addition to the Blade family comes with a more modern design to match the more modern network, featuring a large 6.5-inch FHD+...

Notifications are now more private when you're sharing your screen.What you need to knowGoogle addresses a big privacy issue on Chrome by "hiding" notifications when screen sharing.Notifications on Google Chrome's desktop app will still appear, but the content will no longer be visible when sharing your screen.The feature should begin rolling out to users beginning today.Have you ever have that awkward moment when you're sharing your screen and you start getting notifications that give out more information than you'd like? It's likely to become a bigger problem now that most people are working remotely and meetings usually involve screen sharing on some level. Google is finally fixing this potentially embarrassing problem by hiding the content within notifications while your screen is being shared. There has been a dramatic shift in how many of us work – now more than ever, we're relying on the use of Google Meet and other screen sharing solutions. We hope this featur...

With the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the Buffalo Bills with ease, and the Tampa Bay Bucs knocking off the SB-favorite Green Bay Packers, the stage for Super Bowl 2021 (LV) has officially been set.Tom Brady and the Buccaneers will face Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs in Super Bowl LV (55).The game is set for February 7, 2021, on CBS, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. Yes, that means the Buccaneers will be the first team in history to play the Super Bowl in their home stadium. Is it just me, or does Tom Brady have some insane good luck? He's arguably the greatest of all time, aka "The GOAT" and this will be his 10th trip to the Super Bowl, more than any other QB.At the same time, this will be the second year in a row the Kansas City Chiefs are in the big game, as they defeated the 49ers last year in Super Bowl 54.For the record, we've seen these two quarterbacks a lot over the last three years. Mahomes and Tom Brady have each won one of the last two Super Bowls. Mahom...

Google and ad companies could stop looking at individual browsing when it comes to ad data.What you need to knowGoogle's Privacy Sandbox is a number of proposals for moving away from internet-based cookies.One proposal suggests grouping users together based on interests, which effectively removes the individual from the equation.Google claims this approach has been found to be up to 95% as effective as internet-based cookies and hopes to test publicly soon.Google's privacy practices have been under major scrutiny lately, particularly when it comes to how it handles cookies and targeted ads on the web. The company maintains that it's on the side of the users, working to improve how it handles user browsing data. First announced last year, Google's Privacy Sandbox shows how the company is taking steps to not only address the privacy of users, but it's also working with others to make it happen.As mentioned in a blog post, Google's Privacy Sandbox is essentially a set of rul...

Spotify's first collection of audiobooks features several classics.What you need to knowSpotify is experimenting with audiobooks by launching its first collection, which it will use to test the user experience.Classic novels like Frankenstein and Great Expectations are narrated by celebrities like Forest Whitaker and Hilary Swank.A new Spotify series hosted by a Harvard professor offers an analytic deep-dive of the classic novels.Spotify isn't afraid to spread its wings and try new things. The company is constantly trying out different experimental features in an attempt to switch up its offerings beyond music. It's definitely nice to see one of the best streaming music services trying to keep things fresh and offer a plethora of audio services for its customers. The latest experiment sees the company finally breaking into audiobooks, and could end up giving Amazon a run for its money.Spotify has just released its first collection of audiobooks today, and while the books ...

The Galaxy Note 20 series are two of the best Android phones right now. If you're already a fan of the Note lineup, then you'll have a lot to be excited about with the new generation. If you aren't a fan, you should be. The phones have all the latest from Samsung, including a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ processor, a triple camera setup, 5G connectivity, and a new and improved S Pen stylus.Being brand new, these phones are going to set you back a penny or two, but we're on top of that. We've got every place you can find the Note 20 (or the Note 20 Ultra) and every deal available right now.Best Note 20 Deals Available NowUnlocked Deals: Save up to $698Carrier deals: Trade-ins, BOGO & more More Info: Price tracking, comparisons & more$10/month Note 20 at AT&TBuy the Note 20 on a 30-month installment plan, sign up for AT&T Unlimited, and trade-in an eligible smartphone to get a credit applied to your monthly bill which brings its price down to ju...

For large homes or even two-bedroom apartments, smart thermostats for multiple zones are key to saving energy without turning some rooms into ovens or freezers. Most of the best smart thermostats can detect the temperature in the room where it's installed, but bedrooms or other rooms with different insulation or windows are liable to differ significantly in temperature. That's why you don't want just any thermostat, but instead one like the Ecobee SmartThermostat, which can pair with room sensors for total home awareness. Below are all the multi-zone smart thermostats worth considering for your home.Best Overall: Ecobee SmartThermostat with Voice ControlThe Ecobee SmartThermostat with Voice Control is the best smart thermostat for multi-zone heating and cooling, and one of the best thermostats you can buy overall. It's compatible with all popular smart home platforms — Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Samsung SmartThings, Wink, and even Microsoft Cortana — and...

Samsung's next Galaxy Watch will make a debut at the second Unpacked of 2021.What you need to knowSamsung's next smartwatch is said to come with a blood glucose monitorIt'll work with an optical sensor that allows the Galaxy Watch to track blood sugar levels without actually drawing blood.Samsung will put this against Apple's next Watch, rumored to also be shipping with a blood sugar tracker.Samsung's Galaxy Watch 3 was already heavily health-focused, but the Galaxy Watch 4 may be even more so. A report from the Korean ET News claims that the company's next smartwatch may ship with a blood glucose monitor, The upcoming smartwatch, either branded the Galaxy Watch 4 or the Galaxy Watch Active 3 will come with an optical sensor that can measure the blood glucose levels without needing to draw blood.Samsung has tested the technology in the past and has published research showing how it is possible, so it does make sense for the company to integrate this in a health-focused sm...

Speaking as a passionate mobile gamer, finding the best smartphone gaming accessories can save you from bad controls, a dying battery, tinny audio, and limited internal storage. With cloud-based streaming platforms on the rise and the best Android games adding controller support and more demanding graphics, having the right Android gaming accessories on hand can make or break a gaming session. We've rounded up the best controllers, battery packs, and headphones that you should consider if you want to step your game up.One size fits mostRazer KishiStaff PickBuilt to slot in almost any Android phone with a center USB-C port, the Kishi runs off your phone battery and supports passthrough charging. Unlike most Bluetooth controllers, you'll never have to charge it, it collapses into a convenient travel size, input lag is never a problem, and it's less conspicuous than a gaming-clip controller when playing on the go.$80 at Amazon$80 at Best BuyBuilt for phones, tablets and P...

One UI 3.1 brings a host of features specific to the tablet experience on the Galaxy Tab S7.What you need to knowThe Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 was the first device to be updated to One UI 3.1, which will be available on the Galaxy S21 at launch.The new update brings Android 11 features like Bubbles, as well as some features specific to the tablet experience on the Galaxy Tab S7.Second screen allows your Galaxy Tab to become a Windows 10 device with a shared experience across two displays.Samsung is still rolling out One UI 3.0 to its devices, albeit at a fairly quick rate considering the number of devices is has to update. Meanwhile, the company already took time at its Galaxy Unpacked event to announced the new One UI 3.1 experience, which will come pre-installed on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphones. Last week, the Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+ became the first devices to be updated to the new software in some regions, and Samsung is detailing new features coming to the tabl...

Twitter's solution to misinformation lies in its sizable audience.What you need to knowTwitter today announced Birdwatch, a crowd-sourced moderation solution for its social media platform.Birdwatch relies on volunteers to apply notes on tweets that need additional content, whether due to being misleading or otherwise.Twitter says Birdwatch will remain separate from Twitter's main app for now.Twitter last year was said to be testing out a range of moderation features aimed at controlling questionable content on the site. The company had seen its eponymous social media service become a hotbed of misinformation, disinformation and was determined to do something about it. During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic and later the 2020 U.S. Presidential elections, it started with a labeling feature where it could direct users to pertinent information on controversial topics. If someone strove to misinform about the either of the topics, Twitter would stick a label under thei...

Samsung Galaxy smartwatches offer a range of watch styles that can suit many different situations, and having the best apps for the Galaxy Watch makes it even better. The ability to download apps to customize your watch further is one of the best reasons to get a smartwatch. Below are some of the best apps you can download from the Galaxy Store for your watch.Go customFacerStaff pickFacer is an app that has been around for years, offering nearly any style of watch face you can imagine. There are classic-looking options to futuristic ones and everything in between. The app is free, and so are some of the options within the app. However, some may have a cost, but great work is worth paying for.Free at Galaxy StoreGood tunesSpotifySpotify is one of the most popular music services around, and Samsung Galaxy watches have direct access, with an app made for your wrist. You can stream and control your full Spotify library, including playlists you've created. Now ...

Echo VR is finally getting some serious customization options and rewards for playing.What you need to knowEcho VR is getting huge new customization options for players to earn through play or via a premium tier.Echo Pass Season 1 will include 50 items to unlock and will launch in the coming months.This is not a pay-to-win scheme since all items are solely for customization.Echo VR is getting its first huge update since Echo VR on Oculus Quest launched in May 2020. Echo Pass represents the first season of epic rewards and loot for gamers looking to further customize their Echo chassis in the game and features content that can be unlocked with Tier Experience Points (TXP). Currently, Echo VR on Oculus Quest only features Echo Arena, while Echo Combat remains something players can experience for $9.99 on the Rift platform, or via an Oculus Quest or Oculus Quest 2 with Oculus Link.Echo VR gamers have always been able to customize their Echo chassis, but Echo Pass takes that ...

The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a godsend for those of us who want to stick with our trusted non-smart television and also want to access Netflix on it, while the Fire TVs have all the capabilities of Amazon's Fire TV Stick built into the TV itself. They're generally affordably priced, but the best time to purchase one is during a sale. Below are the best Fire TV deals we could find to help you locate the right device or TV set for your home.Best Amazon Fire TV Deals Available NowFire TV devices: from $20Fire TVs: as low as $150Device bundles: starting at $72Sometimes, Amazon offers deals which are only available to Prime members, so it helps to keep your membership active while you're on the hunt.Best Cheap Fire TV Device DealsIf you have yet to cut the cable company out of your life, the devices listed below are easily worth their full price so you can finally make it happen. You might not save huge on the Fire Stick, but not paying for cable each month will save you ev...

Clubhouse is an invite-only social media app that's iPhone-exclusive for now.What you need to knowClubhouse, an audio-only social network, is coming to Android soon.The highly sought after app has been iPhone exclusive since launch.Rival social media apps, Twitter and Telegram, have dabbled with Clubhouse's premier selling point as feature add-ons.Clubhouse, a hot new social network that blew up during the pandemic, is launching its own Android app, after months of being an iPhone-exclusive experience.For the unaware, Clubhouse is a social media network with a twist — it's audio-only. This means no stories, no fleets, no photos. It's more natural 'feeling' than a group-chat, and it's a lot more ephemeral and private due to its very nature.In a story run by the New York Times when the app just launched, users described the experience as a highly addictive and engaging experience that replicated a real-world environment. "It's like walking into a party where you kn...

A digital Pro Bowl.What you need to knowEA and the NFL have announced a special Pro Bowl event taking place online ahead of the Super Bowl.The event will see celebrities, NFL legends, and current Pro Bowlers playing against one another.The event is taking place on Sunday, January 31, 2021.With the NFL Pro Bowl not occurring this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Electronic Arts and the NFL announced today that various celebrities, NFL legends, and current players will be taking part in a special online version of the event, with competitors playing each against one another in Madden NFL 21.Dubbed The Pro Bowl: The Madden NFL 21 Edition Presented by Verizon, the event will be streamed live on the NFL's YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook pages, as well as on EA Madden NFL's Twitch channel on Sunday, January 31 at 5:00 p.m. EST.When the games kick off, fans will see Snoop Dogg partner up with NFL superstars Deshaun Watson and Derrick Henry, as well as NFL legend Keyshawn Jo...

The PS5 introduced a new UI with lots of new features for PlayStation users. One of many features players might not know about is the ability to use voice dictation, so rather than typing messages to your friends, you can easily speak them. It's a touch hidden away but will save your fingers from having to type out long sentences one letter at a time. Here's how to use voice dictation in PS5 messages.Products used in this guideA solid headset: Razer Kraken headset ($40 at Amazon)Spare controller: PS5 DualSense controller ($70 at Amazon)How to use voice dictation in PS5 messagesPress the PS button on your DualSense controller.Select a friend's profile in your list of friends via the Game Base.Now select Messages.Alternatively, you can select the card for an existing PS5 Party.Once you start typing a message, look for and select the small microphone icon in the digital keypad.If this is your first time using Voice Dictation, you'll have to agree to Sony's terms of se...

A new leak of the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 suggests some new must-have features for the wearable.What you need to knowAn upcoming Xiaomi wearable is said to feature built-in GPS, an Sp02 sensor, and Amazon Alexa support.The new wearable will be able to track as many as 19 different physical activities.The Xiaomi Mi Band 6 could feature a larger display and come in two different variants.The Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is a fairly impressive wearable and is easily one of the best fitness trackers on the market. For around $40 you get an impressive set of features with long battery life to boot. The device launched last Summer in China, with a slightly different variant for global markets that hit later in the year. Now we are getting our first tidbits (via XDA-Developers) of Xiaomi's expected successor, with some welcome improvements that should make OnePlus Band envious.While digging into the code of a wearable companion app, references to the Xiaomi Mi Band 6 were discovered along with som...

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 devices: get one for freeOnePlus 8 devices: up to $750 offOnePlus 7 devices: starting at $350Which to buy?OnePlus 8 Pro | $799.99 at AmazonAmazon is offering $200 off the cost of the OnePlus 8 Pro today, though only the Onyx Black model is still available at this low price. These phones have Amazon Alexa built-in and feature 12GB RAM as well as 256GB storage.$917.99 at AmazonAll of the deals below vary in nature, so while some allow you to buy the unlocked phone with a single purchase today, others require a monthly payment plan; these plans are attache...

Source: StackCommerceDiagrams are really useful for visualizing information, but they can be tricky to create. MyDraw makes the process quicker and simpler, with loads of tools in a user-friendly interface. Right now, it's 50% off at $33.99.While you can use Illustrator to make mind maps and floor plans, Adobe's app is really not made for the job. In contrast, MyDraw offers a range of specialized diagramming tools.Available on Windows and Mac, the software offers a selection of templates for flowcharts, flyers, certificates, scorecards, and many other diagram types.If you prefer to create your graphics from scratch, you can easily add lines, curves, rectangles, ellipses, polygons, and many other shapes. MyDraw also offers control point editing, automatic layouts, and rich text editing.Being a vector editor, MyDraw allows you to export your work at print resolution in a number of formats. This means you can quite easily produce business cards and brochures using MyDraw. In fac...

While there are thousands of games that can be played on PS5 through PS5 backward compatibility, a lot less are specifically designed for Sony's newest powerhouse. We've rounded up the very best games you can play on PS5 today and split them up by genre so that you can easily browse what interests you most. From RPGs to multiplayer games and free-to-play, we've got you covered.For the purposes of this list, we've tried to stick with newly released games with PS5 versions or games that have been updated to take advantage of its extra power. Rest assured, it's not an exhaustive list of everything available on the system right now. For that, you'll want to check out the best PS4 games. As more games are released in the coming months, we'll branch out and add more categories.Jump to:RPGsAction/adventure ShooterMultiplayerFamily-friendlyFree-to-playBest PS5 RPGsRole-playing games have stood the test of time and are continually some of the most popular on the market. T...

The Google Photos app looks a lot more like the web app now.What you need to knowGoogle has updated the Photos app on Android to be more large-screen friendly.It now looks a lot more like the Photos web app and less like a stretched out phone app.With this update, the Photos app now works a lot better on Chromebooks as well.While Google makes powerful and well-designed apps for its Android platform, this only applies to phones for the most part. The majority of Google's apps on tablets and Chromebooks have been poorly designed when it comes to taking advantage of their larger screen real-estate. Google's started taking steps to fix that. Over the weekend, it's rolled out an update Photos app, reworking the interface so it makes a lot more sense on large screens.Upon installing this update, you'll notice the new design heavily pulls from the Photos web app. There's now an omnipresent search bar for finding your pictures, just like on the web. Now gone are the bottom tab ...

Best answer: No. Once an EeroOS update is available, the update will be rolled out to every Eero in your mesh. While the entire Eero update process can take 15-20 minutes, you can continue to use your network until the device restart that takes about 90 seconds.Simple setup and design: Eero ($79 at Amazon)The ultimate Eero upgrade: Eero 6 ($129 at Amazon)Eero is designed for simplicityThere are few reasons you may want to prevent your software from auto-updating, starting with the fear that an update might break something or cause a device you expect to stay connected to drop. This is an understandable fear since many of us rely on our internet connections for security equipment and even our jobs.The goal of a software update is to not only add new features, but to make sure any security issues are solved before they become a problem. You might feel that updates and other software changes might open up your network to a new set of problems but more often than not, these ...

Perfect for all your boulder-punching occasions.What you need to knowA special version of Resident Evil Village comes with Chris Redfield's jacket and is available only in Japan.It costs $1800 and also includes some 1/6 scale miniatures, as well as the regular Collector's Edition items.Resident Evil Village is scheduled to arrive on May 7, 2021.Resident Evil Village is available for preorder right now, with a long list of different editions you can grab. For the utmost absolute hardcore however, there's a Japan-only Collector's Edition that includes the items in the regular collector's edition, as well as some 1/6 scale miniatures and most importantly, Chris Redfield's jacket.The only catch is that in addition to being limited to Japan, this special version of the game runs for a mind-boggling 192,500 Yen, or a little over $1800.Resident Evil Village is a direct sequel to Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, again placing players in the shoes of Ethan Winters. After a terrible...

At this point, Bluetooth wireless headphones have become ubiquitous, coming in a variety of styles and feature sets to support great sound. There are a lot of great options, and chief among them are the Sony WH-1000XM4 at the top of our best wireless headphones. Their sound quality is great, they have industry-leading active noise cancelation (ANC), long battery life, and fit comfortably well for long-term use.Best Overall: Sony WH-1000XM4There aren't many flaws to point out with the WH-1000XM4, and its place at the top of this list isn't surprising since its predecessor, the WH-1000XM3, was in the same spot before. One of the biggest reasons why is the ANC performance, which gets an upgrade here courtesy of Sony's QN1 processor and a dual noise sensor that do the work of blocking out the background. Commuting on a bus, train, or plane won't be a problem while wearing these. Sony's pedigree in this area shows itself with true wireless earbuds, too.Sony chose not to change any...

Android's seamless updates feature was introduced five years back.What you need to knowThe Galaxy S21 series phones do not support Android's seamless updates feature.Seamless updates allow updates to be installed in the background, allowing you to continue using your phone without any interruption. Google had planned to make the feature mandatory on all phones with Android 11, but walked it back for some reason.In July last year, a commit to AOSP Gerrit had suggested that Google was finally preparing to make Android's seamless updates feature mandatory on all phones with Android 11. Unfortunately, however, it appears Samsung's best Android phones of 2021 do not support the useful feature (via 9to5Google).Max Weinbach from Android Police noted on Twitter that he couldn't find "ro.virtual_ab" anywhere in the system image from a Galaxy S21. Third-party apps Treble Info and Treble Check also suggest the Galaxy S21 devices lack support for seamless updates.Yeah I'm not findi...

The Corsair K95 RGB Platinum mechanical gaming keyboard is one of the most advanced mechanical keyboards around, and right now it's down to just $109.99 at Best Buy. That's a match for one of its best prices ever. The black version of the same keyboard is $160 on Amazon, Neither retailer has sold the K95 for less than today's price before, and you can still find it going for as much as $200 at other retailers like Adorama.This sale is part of Best Buy's deals of the day, so the price won't last long. The sale actually includes another piece of Corsair gear, just in case you're looking to round out your battle station's equipment. The Corsair HS60 Pro wired gaming headset is down to $44.99 from $70 through the end of the day.The Corsair K95 mechanical keyboard is built to last you forever and comes with an aircraft-grade anodized brushed aluminum frame that's super durable. If you use your computer a lot or game heavily, you want a keyboard that isn't going to give under the press...

Galaxy S21Everything you need$800 at AmazonProsVibrant 120Hz AMOLED panelSnapdragon 888 with 5G connectivityThree years of guaranteed updates15W wireless chargingReliable camerasConsNo microSD slotPlastic backNo charger in the boxThe Galaxy S21 is missing a few features from its predecessor, but you still get a great overall phone that starts off at an even lower price point. There is a stunning FHD+ AMOLED panel with 120Hz refresh, the latest internal hardware on Android with 5G, all-day battery life, Android 11 with three years of updates, and cameras that take stellar photos.iPhone 12The right balanceFrom $799 at AppleProsSublime OLED panelPremium designClass-leading hardwareFive years of software updatesInteresting MagSafe charging techGreat camerasCons60Hz refresh rate onlyFace ID notch is distractingStill uses Lightning portNo charger in the boxThe iPhone 12 introduces a new design aesthetic and considerable performance up...