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As one of the most popular live TV streaming services, Sling brings the best of cable to your screens while keeping the price more affordable than competitors like YouTube TV and Hulu with Live TV. When it comes to cutting the cord and replacing your cable bill with something a bit less pricey, Sling TV should be the first service you try.Sling TV streaming serviceHow much is Sling per month?What channels does Sling have?Can you get local channels with Sling?What are the Sling packages?Is Sling really free right now?What channels are on Sling Free?What platforms have a Sling TV app?With your Sling subscription, you'll never have to miss another episode of your favorite shows. Not at home? Not a problem. Sling is available as an app on Android and iOS phones and tablets, Xbox game consoles, and streaming devices like the Fire TV Stick, Roku streaming sticks, and Apple TV. Thanks to services like Sling, cable is less restricting that ever before — there's not even a...

T-Mobile is changing things up for former Sprint customers, too.Update, Mar 11 (2:20 pm ET): Google Fi customers will not be included in T-Mobile's new policyWhat you need to knowT-Mobile has updated its privacy policy and will automatically share web and app data from users for third-party ads.Both T-Mobile and Sprint customers will have to proactively opt-out of sharing this information.The privacy change won't take effect until April 26th, and users can change their privacy settings now.While T-Mobile may have some of the best deals on new phones like the Samsung Galaxy S21, some customers may not appreciate this latest move. The company recently released an update to its privacy policy that outlines some changes that it's making regarding how it uses subscriber data. The policy was spotted by the Wall Street Journal, notes that T-Mobile will start automatically collecting data from its customers to use for third-party advertising.T-Mobile notes that personally ident...

Looking for a game that's child-friendly? We've rounded up the best games that kids can play on PS5.There may be thousands of games available on PS4 and PS5, even some through backward compatibility, but not all of them are suitable for children. If you're looking for some more kid-friendly, there are a few notable titles that are definitely worth your time. Whether you have a younger child or a pre-teen, you'll want them to play the best games that are appropriate for their age. We've rounded up some of the best PS5 games for kids so that you don't need to spend hours browsing the store and the internet.Jump to:BugsnaxSackboy: A Big AdventureAstro's PlayroomSlime RancherStardew ValleyMinecraftFall GuysImmortals Fenyx RisingCrash Bandicoot 4Spyro Reignited TrilogyLego DC Super-VillainsBugsnaxBugsnax caught a lot of people's attention when it was first announced, and not just because of its catchy theme song. From the developer of Octodad: Dadliest Catch,...

Google makes a couple of different apps for note-taking and to-do lists, but Google Keep is my favorite because of the flexibility and the wide array of note types it supports. From bulleted lists and classic text, to doodles and collaborative notes that you can share with others, Google Keep has it all. Of course, if you end up liking another to-do app — or if you start a short idea and it ends up turning into a longer one — you need a way to get it out of Keep. Thankfully, we've got two. Here are a few easy steps to show you how to export Google Keep notes.How to copy a Google Keep note to Google DocsGoogle Keep has a 19,999 character limit per note, so once a note gets too long, you'll have to export it to Google Docs to keep the creative flow going. To export to Google Docs, you have to do it manually, one note at a time, but it's more likely you'll be doing it as a note runs out of room or as you transition from planning to drafting for things like term papers and report...

Taking the best features from its wired doorbell — sans the annoying wire.Arlo already makes the best video doorbell that supports Google Assistant, but there is one major thing they could improve: adding the option to go wireless. That's where Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wire-Free comes in. Offering basically everything the standard Arlo Video Doorbell offers, Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Wire-Free gives users the ability to use it wirelessly — by utilizing the built-in rechargeable battery — all while offering the ability to wire it up if dedicated power is available.When compared to most other wireless video doorbells, like the Eufy Video Doorbell or Ring Video Doorbell 3, Arlo offers a truly compelling product that often out-does the competition in almost every area. Arlo's unique 1:1 aspect ratio shines when compared to other video doorbells thanks to its ability to see more important parts of your front porch. It's also got a brilliant object detection algorithm po...

A glass masterpiece you definitely don't want to drop.The first time I held the OPPO Find X, the only thing I remember thinking was that I really, really wanted one. I was hanging out with a few friends in the industry during a visit to Chicago to see some of Motorola's latest devices and, after a few drinks, we were talking about the then-burgeoning Chinese smartphone market where up-and-comers like Xiaomi, Vivo, Huawei and OPPO were quickly making moves into the west.The Find X, like the OnePlus One a few years earlier, seemingly came from nowhere. It conveyed a confidence in hardware design that crossed over into the west, a design that ran beyond mere concept. The motorized camera housing hinted at the notch-free future we're currently living in (with a few exceptions), and the software mess showed the company rethinking how it would approach releasing phones outside of China with subsequent generations.The Find series took a year off in 2019 and came roaring back last ...

If Amazon builds it, will they come?A few weeks ago, Amazon made what I think was a major product announcement that might have flown under your radar. No, it wasn't that the Echo Show 10 (3rd Gen) or Echo Frames (2nd Gen) finally became available for general purchase after months of waiting. In fact, the news wasn't really about a single product at all.The announcement I'm referring to was actually for three new products; well, three prospective products, that is. These three products are certainly interesting, and we'll get to them in a second. But what's more interesting to me is the bigger story that they are a part of — the story about Amazon's Kickstarter and Indiegogo crowdfunding competitor called Amazon Build It.Amazon Build It how it worksBuild It is Amazon's answer to address the headache, uncertainty, and confusion that often come with backing a crowdfunding campaign on sites like Kickstarter or Indiegogo. An extension of Amazon's experimental Day 1 Editions pr...

The phone is tipped to launch in global markets as the Moto G100.What you need to knowMotorola could soon unveil the global version of the Edge S.The phone is rumored to be called the Moto G100.It will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 870 chipset.Back in January, Motorola announced the first phone with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 870 processor in China, dubbed Edge S. The Lenovo-owned company has now started teasing the launch of the global version of the phone, which is rumored to arrive as the Moto G100.There is much more to come, stay tuned! #hellomoto #YouWantItYouGotIt pic.twitter.com/GNe9aaP7p5— Motorola (@Moto) March 10, 2021While the official teaser released by Motorola doesn't confirm the phone's marketing name, it does confirm that the global variant will look nearly identical to the Edge S from every angle. In addition to giving us a "sneak peek" at the design, the teaser also confirms the presence of a Snapdragon 870 chipset under the hood. Motorola will pr...

Woot currently has the refurb iRobot Roomba 960 robotic vacuum cleaner marked down to just $239.99, which is around $160 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 phone is a solid upgrade over last year's Galaxy M11 in every area that counts.What you need to knowThe Galaxy M12 is Samsung's latest big-battery budget phone.It comes with a 6.5-inch 90Hz display, an Exynos 850 chipset, and a 6000mAh battery.The phone will be available to purchase in India from March 18 for a starting price of ₹10,999 ($151).Samsung today launched its first Galaxy M series phone with a high-refresh-rate display at a virtual event in India. The Galaxy M12 is Samsung's answer to some of the best cheap Android phones from Xiaomi, Motorola, and Realme.The Monster is here! And now it’s reloaded with an 8nm Processor, a 90Hz Display and a True 48MP Camera. Not to forget its massive 6000mAh Battery. Wait, there’s more. #GalaxyM12 available on Amazon at an introductory price of just ₹9999. pic.twitter.com/HgQxDY1gzO— Samsung India (@SamsungIndia) March 11, 2021Samsung Galaxy M12 sports a 6.5-inch HD+ Infinity-V display with a 90Hz refresh rate...

It's a clash of the titans in the UEFA Europa League as the Premier League's Manchester United host AC Milan of Serie A in the first leg of the round of 16. Don't miss a moment with our Man United vs AC Milan live stream guide.Today's hosts cruised through the round of 32 with a 4-0 aggregate win over Real Sociedad. In fact, the Red Devils had one foot in the round of 16 after the first leg encounter with Sociedad saw them notch four away goals, a deficit La Real could not overturn on goalless the return leg.AC Milan's journey to the round of 32 wasn't so smooth. The Rossoneri made it through by way of away goals after a 2-2 draw away at Red Star Belgrade followed by a 1-1 home draw at the San Siro.These two sides have not met competitively in 11 years and this is their first clash in Europe's second-tier club competition, reflecting the diminished stature of these two former powerhouse clubs.That being said, both sides are coming close to their former glory in their domestic...

With a 120Hz AMOLED panel and 108MP camera at the back, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max has the upgrades you're looking for.The most important phone launch in India isn't from Samsung, Vivo, Realme, OPPO, or even OnePlus. That particular honor belongs to the Redmi Note lineup. The series has defined the budget category over the last five years, with Xiaomi racking up 200 million sales in that time.But what's particularly interesting is just how many phones Xiaomi sold in the last 15 months. It took the brand over three years to hit the 100 million milestone, but just 15 months to sell another 100 million units — averaging sales of 7 million a month around the world. It's no wonder, then, that the Redmi Note 9 was one of the best-selling phones globally in 2020 and the standard for the best cheap Android phones.In 2021, Xiaomi is taking things to the next level with the Redmi Note 10 series. The phones now come with AMOLED screens as standard, and the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max has a 108...

Dish is putting all its pieces into place for a 5G rollout this year.What you need to knowDish announced this week that it's acquiring Republic Wireless for an undisclosed amount.The Relay division of Republic Wireless will continue to operate independently as a 5G customer.Dish Wireless is planning to launch its 5G network later this year.Dish has been on a spending spree lately as it works to build up its street cred as a mobile network. After the company snatched up Boost Mobile as a prerequisite to T-Mobile's merger with Sprint, Dish went ahead and purchased Ting Mobile in a deal that will help with the management of its wireless expansion. This time around, Dish has announced this week that it's acquiring Republic Wireless. As we continue to grow our retail wireless business, Republic broadens our existing customer base and positions us to deliver even more value to the market, expanding our portfolio of mobile solutions to meet a variety of customer needs. We look...

Here's what we know so far about OnePlus' 2021 flagship.OnePlus had a lackluster 2020 in the flagship category, and it is looking to bounce back this year with the OnePlus 9 series. The OnePlus 9 series will continue the Chinese manufacturer's push as the maker of the best Android phones, and we're likely to see a slew of exciting additions that should make the phones stand out from their 2020 counterparts.We've had a few nuggets of information on the OnePlus 9; there will be three models in the series — OnePlus 9, 9 Pro, and 9R — and they will debut at an earlier-than-usual release window in March 2021. Here's what you need to know about the OnePlus 9 release date, specs, pricing, and availability.Jump to:Announcement and release datePriceModelsDesignSpecsFAQOnePlus 9 Announcement and release dateAfter months of silence, OnePlus finally announced an official OnePlus 9 launch date of March 23, with the official livestream beginning on OnePlus's website at...

After last year's Pandemic Special, the residents of the sleepy mountain town of South Park are back with an all-new hour-long special and we have all the details on how you can watch the South Park Vaccination Special online or on TV.While season 24 of the animated sitcom has already been announced, Matt Stone and Trey Parker decided to take the show in a different direction last year when they revealed that South Park would be doing its first hour-long episode covering the pandemic.The Pandemic Special showed us just how Stan, Kyle, Kenny, Eric, Butters and the other kids from South Park Elementary have been dealing with wearing masks, social distancing and doing distance learning classes on Zoom. However, we also learned that Randy Marsh and Mickey Mouse may have been responsible for unleashing Covid-19 in the first place.Some time has passed and the Covid-19 vaccine is now available and the residents of South Park are eager to get their hands on it. At the same time though,...

LG hasn't gotten any better with updates.What you need to knowLG has posted an update schedule for its smartphones on its German website.The schedule suggests only two smartphones being updated to Android 11 in Q2.The LG Wing isn't expected to receive Android 11 until Q4 of this year.When it comes to updates, LG is known for being notoriously slow. It seemed like things might've finally turned around for the company when Android 10 was released, but alas, LG is back to its old ways. An Android 11 update schedule was spotted on the company's German website, and it doesn't paint a pretty picture for owners of LG's smartphones.According to the schedule, the only two smartphones expected to receive Android 11 in Q2 are the LG Velvet and the LG G8X from 2019. Considering most of the best Samsung phones have already received the update, that's quite an unfortunate outlook for LG fans. Moreover, the 4G version of the LG Velvet won't receive the update until Q3 this year, along w...

The entry-level OnePlus 9 device remains elusive.What you need to knowNew leaked renders of the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro show off the devices' designs and colors.The Hasselblad branding appears on both camera humps, suggesting a boost in image quality for both devices.The OnePlus 9R, which is expected to launch alongside these devices, has remained largely unseen.The official teasers of the OnePlus 9 series have officially kicked off thanks to the announcement of the Hasselblad partnership. While OnePlus gears up for the official device launch later this month, device leaks start to ramp up as we get closer to the reveal date. OnePlus may have given fans a glimpse of the 9 Pro, but newly leaked renders provide a full look at the OnePlus 9 smartphones and their colors. The images of the OnePlus 9 reveal three different colors, including violet, blue, and one with a glossy black finish. On the front is a flat display with a hole-punch, while the back shows off the triple...

While shopping around for an affordable dashcam, you may have come across the 360 G300H. At just $79, the G300H stands out as an impressively affordable option, especially in a market where many devices cost well over $100. If you're curious about just what this dash cam brings to the table, we'll help go over some of the key features you can find in the G300H.A complete solution360's G300H is a complete package. It comes with everything you need to set it up in your car and get it running. The camera will include a sticky film for attaching it to your windshield, a lengthy power cable and cigarette lighter adapter, and even a microSD card to go in the camera and store recordings. So, you won't need to spend anything extra on top of the $79 for the device.Detailed videoWith budget devices, you might worry that you're going to make a big sacrifice in terms of image quality. But, the G300H exceeds the specs of a lot of its budget competition. The camera sensor itself offers a 12...

So, you want a keyboard to use with your PS4 or PS5. If you want to use it with games, know that most PS4 games only support keyboards for sending messages to other players in-game, not as an alternative controller. Because of this, you should probably save your money and don't go all-out on a fancy mechanical gaming keyboard. A compact or lightweight keyboard can sit next to you on the couch while you play games and is just as easy to pull into your lap for a quick message. Here are some of the best PS4 keyboards (that also work with PS5) you can get right now.Compact, compact keyboardJelly Comb Foldable KeyboardStaff PickThis Jelly Comb is reliable, compact, and comes with a touchscreen mouse! Don't waste your time with a bulky keyboard, and grab this easy-to-store option.$35 at AmazonSmall, but completeLogitech K360If you're looking for a simple, wireless, compact keyboard that works and doesn't cost an arm and a leg, you might want to consider this one from Lo...

Google and Facebook aren't off the hook just yet.What you need to knowA bill introduced in the U.S. aims to give newspapers more negotiating power with Big Tech.The lawsuit comes just after Google and Facebook strike deals with foreign media entities on appropriate financial support for news content.The legislation has bipartisan support in both the House and Senate.The battle over fair compensation for content is not over for Google and Facebook. According to a new report from Bloomberg, Sen. Amy Klobuchar re-introduced the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act, which aims to give news companies a fighting chance for negotiating appropriate compensation for content with tech giants like Google and Facebook. This bipartisan legislation will improve the quality of reporting and ensure that journalists are able to continue their critical work. Our media outlets need a fighting chance when negotiating for fair treatment by the digital platforms where so many American...

Crisp and compactLenovo Chromebook Duet$231 at Amazon (64GB)$249 at Best Buy (128GB)$249 at Walmart (64GB)ProsHigher quality screenMore storageDetachable keyboardConsSmaller screenQuiet speakersWith the keyboard and kickstand included in-box, the Duet is great whether you're lounging on the couch to read comics or typing emails while you're at the corner cafe. The keyboard is a tiny bit cramped, but it's easy to adapt to so long as your hands are slender.Streamlined for studentsAcer Chromebook Spin 311 (3H)$320 at Walmart (64GB)$300 at Target (32GB)ProsSlightly larger screenHighly portable2-in-1 laptop formatConsLimited portsLimited storageLower quality screenAcer cut every bit of fat and excess from previous generations to get the price for the latest 311 down to its lowest yet. If you need a Chromebook that's more suited to being used in your lap or in cramped quarters, the Spin 311 can fit the bill so long as you don't ne...

If you're looking for something more portable, we've seen those deals today, too, but if storage space is your driving concern, then this is the deal for you. The WD Easystore 16TB drive has dropped to $259.99 at Best Buy. We haven't seen it drop this low since Black Friday, so you'll want to grab it while you can because it might be a while before we see it again. The huge capacity drive normally sells for around $350 at Best Buy, and it's not really available elsewhere.As a desktop external hard drive, the Easystore is not a drive meant to travel with you. It should be sitting on your desk serving as a semi-permanent storage for your media. Because of that, WD also makes it really easy to use these drives to back up your system. Use the WD Backup software and you'll be able to set a schedule that backs up your data regularly.If you just want something for your photos, videos, and documents, use the WD Discovery software to back up all of that information easily. It can also ma...

The PS4 has an immense catalog of great games that let you relax, visit a new world, or hang out with friends online. That includes a vast number of sports games catering to fans and competitors of every type. Whether you want to put together a dream team featuring your favorite professional athletes or play a wild, futuristic sport that will test your reflexes and situational awareness, there's a game for that. We've put together a guide to some of the best PS4 sports games available now so you can enjoy all the thrills.Featured favoriteRocket League for PS4Why play soccer with people when you can do it with customized Battle-Cars? Face your friends in the arena through local multiplayer and online play that lets you share games with people playing on PC. The impressive physics engine is easy to pick up while adding realism to the fantasy sport.Free at PlayStationPop a wheelieFutureGrindStaff PickA sci-fi version of freestyle BMX, FutureGrind challe...

The game was canceled a month ago and then un-canceled.What you need to knowTerraria is releasing for Stadia on March 18.The game's developer canceled the port earlier this year before resolving a dispute with Google.Pricing details are unannounced, but it will be the latest (v1.4.0.5) version of the game.Today, Google announced via Twitter that Terraria is officially releasing for Stadia next week on March 18. With no Minecraft or Roblox, Terraria is primed to immediately become one of the deepest sandbox building Stadia games alongside free-to-play creation game Crayta.Terraria began as, more or less, a 2D pixel art version of Minecraft, but it's evolved into much more of a "game" with deep lore, tons of bosses and enemies, and a heavy focus on co-op exploration and action-adventure-meets-platformer gameplay.Pricing details are not available yet, but since Terraria is only $10 on PC it will likely cost the same on Stadia.The sudden launch of Terraria on Stadia is re...

Blizzard is bringing the Diablo series to your mobile phone, and we cannot wait.Diablo Immortal was initially announced in late 2018 by Blizzard, and will be the first Diablo entry designed for play on mobile devices. While there are many mobile RPGs to play, Immortal will be the first full Diablo game designed from the ground up to be played on a mobile device, and thus carries a ton of excitement with it. Ever since its announcement, we've gotten a slow trickle of Diablo Immortal footage, including some gameplay.With the first Technical Alpha for Diablo Immortal officially out now, Blizzard has also released a ton of new information on the game, including news on how monetization works, gameplay, and much more.Here is everything we know about the game so far.Jump to:What is Diablo Immortal?What type of game is it?What's gameplay like?When does it release?Technical Alpha Paragon levelingWhat is gear like?What classes are there?Is it free-to-play?Is there a Batt...

Since being introduced late last year, we've seen several great deals on the newest Sony Bluetooth headphones, the WH-1000XM4, but deals on the previous generation XM3 headphones have become less common. That's too bad because they are still very, very good headphones. You can take advantage of a rare deal from Focus Camera right now knocking the price of the Sony WH-1000XM3 headphiones down to $199.99 with the code BDTHANKS. That takes $148 off the price. You can still find these headphones going for $348 at other retailers like Crutchfield, but the next best price is $213 through a third party on Amazon. This price is as good as previous deals we've seen, but it's been at least 8 months since the last major sale.While the XM4 headphones offer some improvements, they're also nearly $150 more at the moment. The XM3 headphones definitely won't let you down.These headphones include USB-C charging, atomic pressure optimization that can adjust for noise-cancelling at higher altitudes...

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ has everything you could want from a 2020 flagship. There's a powerful Snapdragon 865 processor, multiple rear cameras, and a gorgeous 120Hz AMOLED display. That display is one of the main reasons to pick up the S20+, but if it happens to get scratched or shattered, the experience won't be the same. Prevent that from happening by picking up one of the best Galaxy S20+ screen protectors. Trust us — you want one.Complete packageCaseology Film for Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus Screen ProtectorStaff PickAfter picking up the Galaxy S20+, chances are you don't want to spend a ton of money on a screen protector. Thanks to Caseology, you don't have to. This package gives you two protectors at a great price, in addition to an impressive feature-set. The protectors are crystal clear, scratch-resistant, compatible with the in-screen fingerprint sensor, and can self-heal themselves.$9 at AmazonTour de forceGalaxy S20 Plus Screen Protector Dome GlassW...

You don't need your computer or even your console to buy PS5 games. All you need is your mobile device and the PlayStation App. With its latest update before the PS5 launched, the app was overhauled to include an integrated store, allowing players to purchase and download games directly to their consoles with ease. Just sign into your account, and you'll be ready to go.If you go to download a game while your console is turned off and not in Rest Mode, just be aware that it will start downloading the next time you turn on your PS5.How to buy PS5 games on the PlayStation App for AndroidOpen up the PlayStation App on Android.Select the PS Store icon in the lower middle of the screen to browse games.Alternatively, select the Search icon at the lower right to search for a specific game by name. Select the game you wish to purchase.On its store page, select Add to Cart.Select Confirm Purchase at the bottom of the page that opens up.How to download PS5 games from the PlaySt...

Twitter is rolling this out to a limited number of people.What you need to knowTwitter is testing two photo-related tweaks on mobile apps.It'll let users see how their photos will appear on the timeline as part of a change to the tweet composer.The company will also enable higher quality uploads, allowing for the sharing of 4K pictures.Twitter is testing out an improvement to how its mobile app handles photos on Android. In a limited test the company announced today, there'll be changes made to both the tweet composer and image upload quality.The composer will now display a more representative view of an image you plan to share pre-upload. That is to say; you'll now see how it would appear in the timeline before you upload it.The second is a small tweak that'll let you see and view 4K pictures on Android and iOS. It's a step up from the compressed images that users can share now, and it'll presumably help photography enthusiasts share their work more accurately.In a c...

Instead of trying to keep all of your Google and Gmail accounts in order on multiple devices, why not have everything on one device? The best Android phones have made it an easy process to add accounts, sync accounts, and remove accounts. We'll show you just how easy it is to add a second (or third, or fourth) Google account to your Android phone.How to add a second Google account to your Android phoneHow to remove a Google account from your Android phoneHow to add a second Google account to your Samsung phoneHow to add a second Google account to your Android phoneLaunch Settings from your Home screen, the app drawer, or the Notification Shade.Swipe up in the Settings menu to scroll down.Tap Accounts.Tap Add Account.Tap Google.Type in your email address in the provided field. You can also create a new account to be added.Tap Next.Type your password.Tap Next.How to remove a Google account from your Android phoneSwipe down from the top of the Home screen.T...

The best MVNOs for Verizon all have great coverage on the Verizon network with plans that work for most people. Instead of going through the expense of spending billions developing and maintaining a mobile network, these carriers use Verizon's network to deliver great service and coverage without the expense of Verizon's plans. You can even use most of the best Android phones with these carriers. When it comes to carriers powered by Verizon's network, Visible stands out as the best overall choice with unlimited data and great savings opportunities. Here are some of the best MVNOs that use Verizon's network.Best Overall: VisibleVisible is the first and one of the most unique prepaid carriers on this list. Rather than going into a store to get started with your new phone service, everything with Visible is handled through its mobile app. This includes creating an account and paying your bill. There's just one plan to choose from at Visible, and it costs $40/month. For that pr...

The "pro" gaming features will remain, however.What you need to knowOnePlus is killing Fnatic mode in Oxygen OS 11.This comes as a result of the end of its partnership with the brand.OnePlus's new Pro Gaming Mode will still keep all the features of the old Fnatic mode. OnePlus is changing how its gaming mode is branded. The company had teamed up with Fnatic, an esports brand, to provide an advanced gaming mode on its smartphones dubbed "Fnatic Mode". "Fnatic Mode optimizes the device CPU, GPU, and RAM for best possible gaming experiences, and blocks notifications from apps, calls, and other distractions while gaming," both companies announced in a shared release made in 2020 when bringing the feature to all OnePlus phones from the 5 and up.Now, it's removing the branding from OxygenOS 11, renaming the Fnatic Mode to Pro Gaming mode The reason was simple, the partnership between both companies had ended.OnePlus delivered the following statement to XDA: OnePlus' partn...

Another option for developers looking to even the online playing field.What you need to knowDenuvo offers game protection services like Anti-Cheat to publishers of PC games.Denuvo has joined a program for PS5 exclusive middleware and development tools.Anyone publishing games on PC will now have access to Denuvo for implementing Anti-Cheat technology.We've learned today that Denuvo is joining PS5 exclusive middleware tools. This means developers working on some of the best PS5 games will have access to Denuvo Anti-Cheat for implementation in their games. Denuvo Anti-Cheat is currently available for anyone publishing games on PC, where it has a long and interesting history.As part of this new partnership, Denuvo intends to bring "fairness and fun back to gaming" by providing Anti-Cheat for any developers trying to keep out hackers or anyone looking to cheat in online games."Cheating ruins video games for honest players," said Reinhard Blaukovitsch, Managing Director of De...

The OnePlus 9 Pro's ultra-wide camera will have a freeform lens, which is claimed to reduce distortion from 20% to just 1%.What you need to knowOnePlus CEO Pete Lau has teased the camera performance of the brand's upcoming flagship phone on Twitter.The ultra-wide camera on the OnePlus 9 Pro will use Sony's 50MP IMX766 sensor. OnePlus 9 series will debut at a global launch event on March 23.OnePlus announced its partnership with Hasselblad earlier this week, promising to deliver a significantly improved camera experience, starting with the OnePlus 9 series. OnePlus CEO Pete Lau has now shared a camera sample on his Twitter account, teasing improved ultra-wide photography.Ultra-wide photography literally broadens your horizons. Shouldn’t it also keep them true? On the left, a shot taken with a conventional ultra-wide. On the right, the same (and yet totally different) photo taken with the #OnePlus9Series, free of distortion. pic.twitter.com/jbtWae2faP— Pete Lau (@PeteLa...

Even though we're a few months away from the event, a few big companies have already decided to stay away from the trade show.MWC has the first major trade show to get canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic last year. Weeks before the show was canceled entirely by the GSMA, several companies announced that they would not be part of the event over health concerns. Although the pandemic has now slowed down and vaccinations have started in many countries, it looks like MWC 2021 may suffer the same fate.Even though the event is set to take place in June, a few companies have already started to bail on MWC 2021 Barcelona. While only a handful of companies have pulled out of MWC 2021 so far, more companies are likely to follow suit in the coming weeks. Just like 2020, most companies may announce the successors to their best Android phones at virtual events this year.Here's the list of all the big names that won't be attending MWC 2021 Barcelona:NokiaEricssonSonyNokiaNokia...

In June 2020, Google launched a feature that Android users have been anxiously awaiting for years — its answer to Apple's AirDrop. It came in the form of something called "Nearby Share," and it allows you to easily share links to other Android users through a streamlined and simple process. Nearby Share is now widely rolling out to all Android phones, and if you aren't quite sure how to use it, we'll be walking you through all of its ins and outs. Let's get started!Products used in this guideAndroid goodness: Google Pixel 4a ($350 at Amazon)How to use Nearby Share on your Android phoneTo get the ball rolling, we'll take a look at how you initiate Nearby Share on your phone to share something with a contact. It's just as easy as sharing something through any other app on your phone, with the whole process going as follows:Tap the share icon on something you want to share (it looks like three circles with lines connecting them).Swipe up on the Android share menu.Tap ...

Best Buy has a lot more going on than just some amazing Mario Day sales. You can also save on some other stuff, too! Grab a Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB portable hard drive down to a low price of $44.99. This is a great low price for a hard drive that was once one of the best and is now growing more rare as time goes on. Normally the Backup Plus Slim sells for around $60, and you're not going to find it for a better price than Best Buy's deal today. In fact, B&H has the next best price, but it's going for $53 over there. The Best Buy deal is only available in the Space Gray color.The Seagate Backup Plus Slim is historically one of the best external hard drives around. It has always been a top contender even though it has been around for a while. It's sleek, lightweight, and has a large capacity for its size. It's extremely portable and designed to be slipped into any pack on your way out the door. Use it to keep your favorite media with you at all times.With 1TB of space you'...

By now, you've probably seen iOS users tweeting and posting about Clubhouse, an audio-based social network that, for the moment, is limited to iPhones only. No need to feel too left out, though; Twitter has developed its own version of the platform called Spaces, which integrates directly into the Twitter app you likely already have on your phone. The whole layout may seem a bit confusing at first, but it's addictingly simple to use once you get the hang of it. Let's take a look at how to use Twitter Spaces for Android.How to use Twitter SpacesOpen the Twitter app.You'll see any active Spaces highlighted in purple in the strip above your timeline, right alongside Fleets. Tap a space to preview the attendees.Tap Join this space to automatically enter a space and begin listening to the ongoing conversation.Speakers will be displayed at the top of the list. You can request to become a speaker by tapping the Request button in the bottom-left corner of the screen.Once accepted ...

One of the best parts of using a smartwatch is being able to change your watch face — and there are some great ones out there, but do you know how to create custom watch faces on Wear OS for yourself? The best Android smartwatches all have access to a wide array of watch faces that are pre-made for you to install and use. However, there are only a few options that make creating personalized watch faces easy. From elaborate and intricate designs that rival even the most well-known traditional watches, to designs the just make you smile, you have it all — and here's how.How to create custom watch faces on Wear OSOne of the easiest to use and most widely known places to get watch faces for Wear OS watches is Facer. By using the app on your phone and installing the companion app to your smartwatch, you can send the designs you create from the Facer Creator page directly to your wrist.Go to the Facer Creator page on a browser from a Chromebook, PC, or Mac.Sign in to your accou...

No more anxious walks to check the mailbox once you battle through the setup in the app.Have you ever been so excited for a delivery that you're constantly checking the mailbox or feeling nervous that once it delivers, someone may take it? In that case, you'll understand why I was so excited to do a Ring Mailbox Sensor review. Living in rural Kansas, my concern for package theft is pretty low. However, my anxiety that comes up on the days a package I have been waiting for is due to arrive is just as high as anyone else's.So, being able to know the moment it arrives helps me to manage that anxiety. My mailbox sits roadside, and while it isn't a super long walk to get to it, it's still a fair distance, and it breaks the flow of my day when I have to check it multiple times. I have tried using some of the best smart home sensors to get notifications sent to my phone, but due to distance and a metal mailbox, I was met with less than acceptable results.The Ring Mailbox Sensor is des...

Chatting with the AC forums.Earlier this month, Google finally gave all Android users something most of us have been (im)patiently waiting for — an officially supported, app-level dark theme for Google Maps. The update is rolling out via the Play Store to all Android users, not just Pixel owners, and is extremely easy to set up. According to the AC forums, the rollout isn't happening quite as quickly as we'd all like. Smokeaire01 03-09-2021 06:13 AM “ Google Maps Dark Theme is rolling out. https://youtu.be/XPiPxFMAkII It looks great. Does anyone in the USA with Pixels have it yet? It hasn't shown up on my Pixel 4a yet. Reply pkguy323 03-09-2021 07:51 AM “ I just got it on my Pixel 4a 5G a couple of days ago and it's great. Reply Smokeai...

How much will you spend?Pokémon Unite is an upcoming strategy game set in the Pokémon world that will allow players to interact with their favorite Pokémon in a brand new way. Instead of a traditional series title, which sees you capturing creatures in turn-based combat, Pokémon Unite will play more like a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) such as League of Legends. Pokémon Unite currently has no launch date, but questions surrounding the game are still swirling.By far, one of the biggest questions currently out there is how it will make money. It's no secret that mobile games tend to utilize microtransactions in some way, but just how Pokémon Unite will do that can end up making or breaking the game. We don't know all of the information, but we do have an idea on just what to expect when it comes to how the game will operate.Jump to:Is it free-to-play?Is there a Battle PassAre there microtransactions?Is Pokémon Unite free-to-play?Yes. According to The...

The phone offers the same 108MP main camera as the Mi 11 at a more affordable price point.What you need to knowXiaomi has announced a new addition to its Mi 10 series of smartphones.The new Mi 10S features a 90Hz AMOLED screen, Snapdragon 870 processor, and a 108MP camera.It will go on sale in China from March 12 for a starting price of 3,299 yuan ($506). Xiaomi's Redmi sub-brand announced its first Snapdragon 870-powered smartphone last month, dubbed Redmi K40. Xiaomi has now launched another value flagship phone powered by the same chipset.The new Xiaomi Mi 10S sports a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and HDR10+ certification. Similar to the flagship Mi 11, the phone features a hole-punch cutout in the top-left corner for a 20MP selfie camera. Xiaomi has paired the Snapdragon 870 processor under the hood of the Mi 10S with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.0 storage.On the back of the phone is a quad-camera array with a 108MP main sens...

Why switch to Android when Google's iOS apps are so good?As part of my Switching to Android journey, I'm documenting the differences between the two operating systems, exploring the Android features that you might take for granted, but which iOS users may find are a compelling reason to switch sides.When I asked readers what made them choose iOS vs. Android phones, their reasons varied — Android for price, customization, more innovative hardware, and Windows connectivity, or Apple for privacy, long-term updates, better backups for annual upgrades, and simple competency. Many readers described using one for work and one for casual browsing. Some still regularly customize or root their Android phones, but a few readers said they'd grown tired of bothering with that and preferred Apple delivering things to them on a safe, boring platter.I really appreciated people's perspectives! So while I followed up that post with a discussion of how Android launchers put iOS 14 to shame, I...

Buying a OnePlus phone is easier than ever this year.The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro are two very compelling Android phones. Both tout gorgeous AMOLED displays, incredibly fast performance, reliable cameras, you name it. If you're in the market for a new handset, both the 8 and 8 Pro are well worth your attention.Should you find yourself wanting to buy one of the phones for yourself, it's important to know where you should go to do that and where you can get the best OnePlus deal.Below, you'll find a full breakdown of where the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro are being sold, what sales/promotions are being offered, and what you need to do to take advantage of them.Jump to:OnePlusAmazonVerizonT-MobileOnePlus Buy directUnsurprisingly, one of the best places you can buy the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro from is directly through OnePlus itself. While OnePlus has expanded the retail and carrier availability of its phones more than ever with the OnePlus 8 series, buying on the OnePlus web...

It's a major shift in the gaming landscape but PlayStation has the brand strength to endure without gobbling up a publisher.Ever since the announcement that Microsoft was buying ZeniMax Media for $7.5 billion, there's been something of a fervor, a cry from people that Sony needs to "respond" in kind by buying a publisher to buff up the slate of games from Sony Worldwide Studios. While we never truly heard the end of it, now the deal has been finalized and Bethesda is part of Xbox, these talks are ramping up again.Even my coworker and PlayStation lead Jennifer Locke has argued that for PlayStation to effectively compete, Sony needs to acquire a publisher. I understand the knee-jerk reaction — devolving into list wars, Xbox now comprises 23 different studios while Sony Worldwide Studios is composed of just 13 — but simply wishing for Sony to snatch up a publisher is unrealistic and unneeded. Simply wishing for Sony to snatch up a publisher is unrealistic and unneeded.Mic...

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ASUS once again shows that it can deliver a gaming phone that stands tall over its rivals.The last three years have democratized hardware; you can get flagship-level performance from mid-range and even a few budget phones today. Qualcomm has introduced several gaming-focused chipsets in the Snapdragon 700 series, and they do a decent job handling the best Android games.So why should you buy a gaming phone in 2021? Much like the gaming PC category, phone makers have turned to design as a differentiation point for gaming phones. These phones also have better thermal management, unique hardware features that make them stand out from flagship phones, and high(er) refresh rate screens.The ROG Phone 5 encapsulates these qualities perfectly. The phone comes with a 144Hz AMOLED display, features the Snapdragon 888, has RGB lighting at the back, a new thermal design that promises better gaming performance, ultrasonic triggers that can be set up for in-game actions, and a massive 600...

True wireless earbuds used to be a total luxury item with a price tag to match, but in recent years they have gotten really affordable. Today only, Woot is giving you the chance to snag a solid set of true wireless earbuds for just $49.99 by offering the Jabra Elite Active 65t at half off.Though these are no longer the newest Jabra model on the market, these sporty earbuds still sell for $100 or more at Amazon and other retailers. Unlike a lot of Woot deals, the earbuds are offered brand new with a 1-year manufacturer warranty.The Elite Active 65t earbuds are an upgrade over the regular Elite 65. The Active in the name denotes exactly what they're doing, giving you some protection for a more active lifestyle.They have built-in water resistance and dust resistance with an IP56 rating, which means you can use these at the gym or while outside without worry about ruining them.A selection of earbud tips is included to ensure you get the perfect fit. These things should not be fal...

All the photo fun without the bloat.What you need to knowFacebook has launched an all-new app called Instagram Lite for those in developing markets.Instagram Lite is designed to take up less space and use much less data than the main app.The new app will be rolling out to over 170 countries worldwide over the coming months.Today, social networking giant Facebook announced the launch of an all-new app aimed at connecting even more of the world's population. The new app is called Instagram Lite, and it is a trimmed-down version of one of the company's most popular and most successful platforms — Instagram. The new app was built from the ground-up, based on the frameworkds and lessons learned from the popular Facebook Lite app, which has over 200 monthly active users.Most, but not all, of the core services from the main Instagram app will work on the Lite version, including popular messaging features. Instagram Lite users will be able to view the popular short-form video s...