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Google Pay is now over half a dozen apps in one.If there's one thing that Google's proven to be consistent at over the years, it's the company's need to constantly change and update its apps/services. Whether it be shifting the placement of YouTube comments or ushering in gaudy new logos for G Suite, there's always something being tweaked.We saw another prime example of that last week with the major redesign that came to Google Pay. It's actually more than a redesign, though, and more like a completely different app altogether. Where the old Google Pay was just used for paying at stores and sending money to friends, this new version bundles that with brand new features and a fresh app layout. Complaining about change just for the sake of it isn't productive, but after playing around with the new Google Pay app for a few hours, I can't help but feel hesitant about this new direction Google is taking.The best way to think of the new Google Pay is like a smorgasbord of every money...

Black Friday sales are already flowing and some of the best Chromebook models you can buy are already on sale. We are just about a week away from the big day, but that's not stopping retailers from starting the party a bit earlier than normal this year. Unfortunately, Chromebook availability hasn't been plentiful since the pandemic broke out, and any time you can find one in stock is a good time to buy one.We are rounding up all of the best Chromebook Black Friday deals that we can find from around the web, including those from the ads that have already leaked from Best Buy, Walmart, and others.Keep in mind some of the deals on this list might not be live just yet. Most of the best Chromebook Black Friday deals will start later in the month, likely due to limited availability, but we have spotted a few that are ready to be purchased now. Here are all the best Black Friday Chromebook deals you can buy today.Black Friday Chromebook DealsHP Chromebook 11 (11a-na0035nr) | $100 ...

The Google Pixel 5 maybe be brand new, but you can already score a saving on one for Black Friday. Right now, the unlocked phone is discounted to just $649 at Amazon which is the lowest price we've seen on it since its release as well as the best Pixel 5 Black Friday deal so far.The Google Pixel 5 offers a number of solid improvements upon the Pixel 4. Though its predecessor received some flak for its bad battery life, the Pixel 5 includes a 4080mAh battery that's miles better than the 2800mAh battery found in the Pixel 4. The cameras are receiving an upgrade as well; the telephoto lens from the Pixel 4 has been replaced with a standard and ultra-wide camera, along with a new motion blur mode and an audio zoom feature.The Pixel 5 is also equipped with a Snapdragon 765G chipset, similar to the one found in devices like the LG Velvet and Motorola Edge, along with 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, and a 6-inch OLED Full HD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate. There's even an integrated fingerprin...

Best answer: The DualSense charging station is a smart, inexpensive purchase that works well to keep your extra controllers powered up, especially with the PS5 having issues in rest mode. It's not necessary but if you want to hide unseemly wires and display your controllers, the charging station is a good purchase.Charge your spare: DualSense charging station ($30 at Amazon)Grab an extra controller: DualSense controller ($70 at Amazon)Should you buy the DualSense charging station?The DualSense charging station provides a simple, easy alternative to keeping a controller plugged without having to leave your console on or in rest mode. You can connect up to two controllers at a time, which simply attach to the station and immediately begin charging. As an aesthetic aside, it doesn't take up too much room, while the white-and-black design matches the PS5.It's also just $30, which means you aren't breaking your wallet just to have a way to charge your controllers. A spare USB-C...

If you haven't jumped on the robot vacuum train yet, you need to get your ticket during this year's Black Friday. There are just way too many good deals to take advantage of, and you don't want to miss your stop. For example, you can get the Roborock S6 MaxV robot vacuum and mop on sale for just $599.99 at Amazon today. That is $150 off the regular price of the MaxV and easily the lowest price we've seen. The last deal we shared on the MaxV was when it dropped to just $700 briefly in September.Need another option today? Grab the Roborock S6 Pure, which is also a vacuum and mop. This one has a coupon on the product page taking $240 off the price when you clip it. That brings the total down to $359.99 instead of $600.The advanced MaxV is loaded with features to ensure it does the best, and most efficient, job possible. For example, the ReactiveAI is technology powered by twin cameras that ensures the S6 MaxV won't run into obstacles. It can recognize and avoid everyday objects and ...

If you're in the market for an affordable Android phone deal this Black Friday, TCL has got you covered with its latest promotions. It is taking as much as $135 off its 10-series phones at Amazon, dropping them to new all-time low prices. These are some of the best Android phone deals you're likely to see this holiday season, so don't miss out.The higher-end of the two on offer, the TCL 10 Pro, is on sale for just $314.99 unlocked. All you have to do to score the saving is clip the coupon on its product page for $135 off before you add it to your cart. Today's discount is one of its largest to date and is matched at Best Buy with further savings if you activate today.The 10 Pro features a Snapdragon 675 octa-core processor and 6GB RAM. There's 128GB of internal storage with microSD card support. It sports a 6.47-inch FHD+ waterfall AMOLED display with an in-screen fingerprint processor and HDR 10 support. It's equipped with a quad-camera set-up, with a main 64MP shooter supplemen...

Have a carrier in mind or just looking for a cheap plan? Here are some of the cheapest data plans you can get.If you want to save money on your phone plan, there are more options than ever from new ways to save on the major carriers or going with an MVNO. MVNOs (mobile virtual network operators) or alternative carriers, lease coverage from the larger networks and resell it for less.That being said, depending on your usage and needs, a plan from one of the Big Three might be your least expensive option.Before choosing a planBefore you choose a carrier and/or a wireless plan, first determine your needs and usage habits. If this is your first smartphone, I'd like to first welcome you to the 21st Century and secondly encourage you to try out your options without getting yourself into any yearly or multi-year contracts. There are a tone of cheap unlocked phones to choose from as well.If this ain't your first rodeo, then reflect on your phone habits from the past. How much data h...

Google first announced the feature at CES 2020 in January.What you need to knowGoogle Assistant has gained the ability to schedule smart home actions.It is now possible for you to do things like schedule your lights on or off at specific times of the day.In addition to setting schedules for the current day, you can also set one for another day within the next seven day period.At CES this year, Google announced a new Scheduled Actions feature for the Assistant. The feature, which lets you schedule smart home actions, is finally rolling out to users.For example, you can now say, "Hey Google, turn on the lights at 7 AM" if you want your smart lights to be turned on in the morning. Aside from specifying a time, you can also schedule a command to be triggered for a specific duration by saying, "Hey Google, turn on the lights in ten minutes."As noted by Android Police, however, the Google Assistant currently returns an error if you use a temporal adverb such as "tomorrow" or ...

If rumors are to be believed, the Galaxy Note series may have run its course. Hayato, Ara, Joe, and Daniel talk about the possibility of life after Note for the S Pen, Google Stadia, and a limited edition Pixel 4a.There's also a new incarnation of Google Pay, a faster version of Chrome, and the crew try to understand the appeal of the new Twitter feature: Fleets.Listen nowSubscribe in Pocket Casts: AudioSubscribe in Spotify: AudioSubscribe in iTunes: Audio Subscribe in RSS: AudioDownload directly: AudioLinks:The end of the Galaxy Note could be a blessing in disguise for the S Pen | Android CentralSamsung will not launch a Galaxy Note 20 successor next year, says new rumorGoogle Stadia is coming to iOS as web app, giving free Premiere kits for buying Cyberpunk 2077 | Android CentralGoogle Pixel 4a 5G vs. Pixel 4a: Which should you buy? | Android CentralThe Pixel 4a now looks better than ever in the new limited edition Barely Blue color | Android CentralGoogle...

Black Friday sales are already flowing and some of the best Chromebook models you can buy are already on sale. We are just about a week away from the big day, but that's not stopping retailers from starting the party a bit earlier than normal this year. Unfortunately, Chromebook availability hasn't been plentiful since the pandemic broke out, and any time you can find one in stock is a good time to buy one.We are rounding up all of the best Chromebook Black Friday deals that we can find from around the web, including those from the ads that have already leaked from Best Buy, Walmart, and others.Keep in mind some of the deals on this list might not be live just yet. Most of the best Chromebook Black Friday deals will start later in the month, likely due to limited availability, but we have spotted a few that are ready to be purchased now. Here are all the best Black Friday Chromebook deals you can buy today.Black Friday Chromebook DealsHP 2-in-1 14-Inch Chromebook Bundle | $...

While a $20 discount doesn't sound like much, this is still the lowest price the Shield TV has been in six months.I have owned an NVIDIA Shield TV for five years now and it's never let me down. While there's a hot new Android TV streaming dongle on the box, last year's NVIDIA Shield TV (2019) is worth recommending over the Chromecast with Google TV, even with the wide price difference between them. That price difference is a little bit closer right now as a Black Friday deal brings the Shield TV down to $130 at both Amazon and Best Buy.Best Android TV ExperienceNVIDIA Shield TV (2019)Great remote and greater power still make this the best.While the new Chromecast with Google TV is making waves, the NVIDIA version is the better buy not just because it's more powerful but because it has a more robust interface. The inclusion of a Recents screen where you can quickly flip back and forth between apps makes it great for indecisive watchers like me.$130 at Amazon$130 at Best...

Black Friday is getting started at various retailers now that it's finally Thanksgiving week, with Black Friday deals appearing in just about every product category. There's even an offer on the all-new Amazon eero 6 Mesh Wi-Fi System that could seriously enhance your internet connection at home.For a limited time, Amazon will throw in a free Echo Dot smart speaker and two Philips Hue smart bulbs when you purchase the eero 6 Mesh Wi-Fi System at the discounted price of $269.54. That saves you nearly $90 off what these items would cost separately, and it also means you'll be able to use the Echo Dot to voice control the eero 6 and even turn off access to specific devices with your voice.A similar deal is available on the eero 6 Pro Mesh Wi-Fi System; you'll score a free Fire TV Cube (valued at $120) bundled in at $40 off the eero 6 Pro's regular price.The eero 6 Mesh Wi-Fi System can cover up to 5,000 square feet with wireless internet to help eliminate any Wi-Fi dead zones in y...

When trying to figure out what the best phone for kids, there are a lot of factors to consider. Deciding at what age they should get a phone is entirely up to you, but when you do go out and pick one up, you want to make sure you're getting something worthwhile. Important things to consider are security, ease of use, and of course, budget. Lucky for you, there are tons of great handsets that your kid and wallet will equally love. We think the Pixel 4a is the best all-around choice, but if it's not catching your fancy, there are plenty of other stellar phones on this list.Best Overall: Google Pixel 4aBuying a phone for your kid is a balancing act of getting something they'll want to use and having excellent security, all without spending a fortune. In our eyes, the Pixel 4a best fits that bill.The value proposition offered by the 4a is phenomenal due to the fantastic camera, good battery life, and regular security updates. Plus, there's no breaking the bank to both get the pho...

Green Bay and Indianapolis are both coming off big weeks as they face each other. Philip Rivers officially passed Dan Marino to become the fifth all-time passing yards leader of all time. The Colts also handedly beat the Titans as they slid into a first place tie in the division.Green Bay may have beaten the Jaguars, but it wasn't pretty. Aaron Rogers gave up several interceptions and the team made it harder on themselves than they needed to. The Colts are the very slight favorites going into the matchup, but both teams have played well this season — the Colts picking up and the Packers slowing down slightly.While it's hard to see this game as anything other than a quarterback matchup between Philip Rivers and Aaron Rogers, there will be more factors at play. The Colts shutdown the Titans which is a tall order, but they'll have to do it again against another strong offense. On the other side, the Colts' offense has been manageable, but it really needs a kick in the pants to mat...

It only takes one slip to break your iPhone, so backing up your photos and files online is a smart move. While some providers are pretty expensive, Degoo Premium offers secure long-term storage at an affordable price. In a special iMore offer, you can currently jump on the 1TB lifetime plan for only $49.99 — that is over 90% off full price.Whether it's precious family photos or vital tax documents, some files are just too important to lose. Providing more cloud storage than Dropbox, OneDrive, and Google Drive combined, Degoo is a neat solution.To back up your files with this service, you simply visit the web app on desktop or download the mobile app (iOS and Android). All your data is secured with AES-256 encryption, and you have the option to replicate the backup for additional peace of mind.Once your files are online, you can access them on any device and easily share them with friends. The mobile app also has automatic file change detection.You would normally end up payin...

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 7T devices is the first big question you'll need to answer for yourself.Best OnePlus Deals Available NowOnePlus 8 devices: as low as $300OnePlus 7 devices: starting at $349Which to buy?OnePlus 8 Pro with free OnePlus Buds | from $799 at OnePlusSave $100 on the OnePlus 8 Pro at OnePlus' official store today, and you'll also score the OnePlus Buds true wireless headphones with the purchase for free. This deal is available on all configurations while supplies last.from $799 at OnePlusAll 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 attached to carrier...

The best Wi-Fi 6 mesh routers take whole-home wireless speeds to the next level. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) has allowed mesh systems to deliver full gigabit speeds with ease throughout a large house by getting even more performance out of the available spectrum. Wi-Fi 6 lets compact routers hit gigabit speeds on their own and over 500Mbps while deployed as a mesh. With more phones than ever, including Wi-Fi 6 support, and families asking more of their internet connections than ever, it's a good time to upgrade to Wi-Fi 6.What are the best Wi-Fi 6 mesh routers?The Linksys MX10 Velop is the best Wi-Fi 6 router for people looking to take advantage of a fast connection all over their home. Alexa support and great parental control options, this is a great mesh system for families.The second best option is the Netgear Nighthawk MK62 which is designed for people that want a compact mesh system with enough speed for most people. A compact router and satellite design allow you to blanket your hom...

Stores aren't waiting any longer to bring out their Black Friday deals. We've been seeing some stellar early Black Friday deals since mid October, and now that it's officially the start of Thanksgiving week, we're seeing even better deals appear to mark the true beginning of Black Friday. This latest offer on the Google Home Max even brings it to a new low price at 50% off.Best Buy is one of a few major retailers unleashing a portion of its Black Friday deals today, which is why the Google Home Max is now on sale for $149.99 at a $150 discount off its regular price. You can find even more Black Friday deals at Best Buy right now as well.The Google Home Max is Google's best smart speaker yet, especially in terms of audio quality. This model was built for high-quality audio with superb bass, crystal-clear highs, no muddiness, and automatic EQ that fine tunes the speaker for every song playing. There's also a Room EQ feature which adjusts the sound based on where in the room you've ...

You don't have to wait until Black Friday to score some exception Amazon device deals. It's not just directly at Amazon, either, as Woot today launched a huge sale on Amazon devices including Echo smart speakers, Fire TV streaming media players, Ring cameras, and more.Some of the devices are offered in new condition which means the only thing you're missing out on is paying full price. Others are used or refurbished to look and work like new, with shorter warranties, so it's worth paying close attention to that before you place an order. The deals end tonight or when sold out.If you're after Echo devices, there are a few deals worth looking at in today's sale. The Echo Dot Kids Edition is available brand new for $34.99 wich is a match for the lowest we ever saw it go at Amazon. It comes with a 2-year warranty and 1-year of FreeTime Unlimited for child-friendly content.For that same price, you can get a smart display in the form of the 1st-gen Echo Show. It's offered used, but a...

Black Friday is starting early this year. If you've been paying any attention to recent sales, early Black Friday deals have been going on since mid October! Retailers have been trying to keep their stores from becoming too crowded by offering tons of deals before Thanksgiving week even began. And just in kind, now that it's officially the start of Thanksgiving week, the true Black Friday deals are beginning a bit early as well.We've seen just one Nintendo Switch deal advertised in multiple retailers' Black Friday ads, and while it's a pretty great one, there's a way you can save even further on its purchase when you shop at Target. Right now you can get the Nintendo Switch console bundled with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a three-month subscription to Nintendo Switch Online on sale for $299.99. That saves you about $70 off what these products would cost separately, though you can save an additional $15 when you check out with a Target RedCard to drop its price to $284.99.Mario Kart 8...

At first glance, this game seems like it could be a blow out. The Steelers are the only team undefeated and the Jaguars are 1-8. Still Jacksonville remains agile and has come close in several of their losses that could have gone either way. It would be remarkable for them to snap the win streak for the Steelers, but if it happens, it will mean QB Jake Luton having a phenomenal game. Despite Luton being a second string and filling in during an injury, he has performed well enough. He needs to take the next step in power and accuracy. Equally as important will be for Luton to get the ball to rookie running back James Robinson as much as possible.The Steelers o-line needs to keep up the work of defending Rothenberger. He's been getting the coverage, but in this regard, more is always better. It's rare that a team doesn't need to adjust their game play, but in the case of Pittsburgh, it's probably best they just keep doing what they're doing. It's worked well up to this point.Pittsbu...

Everywhere we turn we see new miseries, but it's still important to give thanks for what we still have after 2020's chaos. My tree may be little, but it still brings me joy.Six more weeks until the end of this bizarre decade of a year, but this week is Thanksgiving and Black Friday, which will look very different for most Americans this year. Since you shouldn't be having big family feasts — and all the stores will be closed — Thanksgiving can focus a little less on getting stuffed and a little more on reflection and giving.It can seem difficult to be grateful when we're still in the midst of a global pandemic, millions are facing layoffs — or worse, grieving a lost friend or family member — and even the nightmare of the 2020 election refuses to end, despite there being no honorable path to a Trump victory. (Not that honor would matter to this administration.) But reminding ourselves what we have, and what we have to look forward to, can help raise our spirits.It does...

After starting slow this year the Minnesota Vikings have looked great lately led by star running back Dalvin Cook and veteran QB Kirk Cousins. In fact, Kirk finally got the first MNF win of his career on Monday, but now the team has a fast turnaround as they face the Cowboys. Here's how to watch it live.The Dallas Cowboys (2-7) and Minnesota Vikings (4-5) face off on Sunday in an NFC battle that could end up giving the Vikings a wildcard spot if they get lucky. And while the Cowboys are coming off a bye week and hopefully have an actual plan at Quarterback, the bigger problem will be slowing down the speedster Dalvin Cook.It's not all bad in Dallas though, as Garrett Gilbert looked surprisingly great a few weeks ago and almost led the Cowboys to a win against the Steelers. The team could really use a win right now, and maybe they'll get one in Minnesota.Keep in mind that the Vikings are a solid 8-point favorite at this point, and have put a lot more positive film on tape sugges...

The Google Pixel 5 maybe be brand new, but you can already score a saving on one for Black Friday. Right now, the unlocked phone is discounted to just $649 at Amazon which is the lowest price we've seen on it since its release as well as the best Pixel 5 Black Friday deal so far.The Google Pixel 5 offers a number of solid improvements upon the Pixel 4. Though its predecessor received some flak for its bad battery life, the Pixel 5 includes a 4080mAh battery that's miles better than the 2800mAh battery found in the Pixel 4. The cameras are receiving an upgrade as well; the telephoto lens from the Pixel 4 has been replaced with a standard and ultra-wide camera, along with a new motion blur mode and an audio zoom feature.The Pixel 5 is also equipped with a Snapdragon 765G chipset, similar to the one found in devices like the LG Velvet and Motorola Edge, along with 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, and a 6-inch OLED Full HD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate. There's even an integrated fingerprin...

If you want to go all-in with smart home gadgets, there's a lot you can get, from smart speakers to smart lighting. Smart locks for Google Home are also worth investing in. Not only do they keep your home safe and secure, but they can be also be controlled remotely and allow you to give other family members or friends access to them easily. Here are the best ones that can be controlled using Google Assistant!Google Assistant's best friendNest x Yale Smart LockStaff pickThis smart lock can be controlled from anywhere through Google Assistant, and ties in beautifully with other Nest products with automated features like disabling your Nest Secure alarm when you come home. It can unlock automatically with your phone and has a backup number pad.From $255 at Amazon$280 at Best BuyBudget choiceAugust Smart Lock (3rd Gen)August's third-generation smart lock is a real treat. It unlocks automatically with your phone and has a deadbolt thumb turn on the front so you can st...

The Sonos Beam Smart TV sound bar has dropped to $299 at Amazon in both black and white. That's $100 off its regular price and the first real discount on this version of the Beam since it was released earlier this year.This price drop is part of a larger Sonos Black Friday sale that includes devices like the Sonos Move we shared earlier today. The Beam is a sound bar and as such it pairs really well with a subwoofer if you need some chest-thumping bass with your sound. Lucky for you, the 3rd-generation Sonos Sub is being discounted for Black Friday as well. You can get it for $100 off its regular price at $599 or just get the 3.1 Surround Sound set that includes both the Sonos Beam and the Sonos Sub for $898, which is the discounted price you'd get for buying them individually.Did you get a fancy new 4K TV for Black Friday? Are you sitting there watching that amazing image quality while listening to the crappy default audio coming from the TV's 0.5-watt speakers? Get some 4K soun...

Grab the Sonos Move Bluetooth smart speaker for just $299 at Amazon. That price is $100 off what it normally sells for and a very unique deal. The Sonos Move has been out for more than a year now and this is the first major sale we've seen. Sonos is not a company that does "deals" very often, and they really haven't done many this year at all, so you should be pretty excited to see this drop. This is a Black Friday deal, and it might not even last until Black Friday considering how popular Sonos is.Our review of the Sonos Move gave it 4.5 stars out of 5 and a badge calling it one of The Best speakers around. Daniel Bader's biggest hit against the Move in his review is the price, but that's not really a concern today, is it? He said, "The Sonos Move is a bigger, better-sounding Sonos One that you can abuse — and leave the house with. That means it sounds fantastic and is incredibly versatile."The Move lives up to its name by being a portable speaker with a rechargeable battery. ...

The injury bug continues to hit every team in the NFL here throughout 2020. That reality rings true for both of these teams, as the Panthers and Lions are both dealing with Quarterback issues. Either way, this is a battle of two big cat teams, and one will come out ahead. Here's how to watch it live from anywhere in the world.While Matthew Stafford worked through a neck injury last week, this week he's dealing with problems on his throwing hand and thumb. He'll likely play, but things look a bit bleaker in Carolina as Teddy Bridgewater has some sort of MCL damage.Earlier in the week, all bets were off while sites wait for updates to injuries. And honestly, that's exactly what fans on both sides of the ball need to know. Whoever wins this game will likely come down to which team is able to get healthy, or have the most stars on the field.The Lions have struggled for much of the season and sit at 4-5 while the Panthers are 3-7 and not looking any better. A big part of that loss c...

Put on your party hats and get playing some fun games!Party games provide a great way for friends, new and old, to come together, share a laugh, and just have a good time. With the new reality of many of us stuck at home during the coronavirus pandemic, these games can be a distraction and a source of laughter at an otherwise serious time. Here are our favorites!And when you're ready for more Android gaming goodness, be sure to check out our list of the best Android games!Best social multiplayer games:The Jackbox Party PackAmong UsEscape TeamSelfie GamesPsych!Who Can't DrawHeads Up!Ticket to RideSpaceteamOut of the LoopTriple Agent!Undercover ^^Chwazi Finger ChooserThe Jackbox Party PackSince 2013, Jackbox Games has been developing outstanding social party games that are super intuitive to play and available across a wide variety of platforms. It gets people talking and laughing as any good party game should. Depending on the pack, you can get games ...

Let's just cut to the chase. The Instant Pot Duo Evo Plus 6-quart pressure cooker is on sale for $69.99 at Amazon. That's a huge drop in price for an Instant Pot that normally sells for $120 and has never sold for less than $100 before. So not only is this a brand new low price, it's also one that isn't going to last very long. The sale is part of Amazon's daily deals and new Black Friday week-long sales event, so it's scheduled to expire at the end of the day.The Duo Plus has a 1200w heating element, which helps reduce preheating time and makes meals faster. You'll cook up to 70% faster with the Instant Pot versus traditional means. Plus this cooker uses a new "quick cool" feature that shortens the pressure release time. The easy-seal lid automatically seals the pressure cooker, too, and the stream diffusing cover takes the fear out of the pressure release process. As someone who regularly uses his own Instant Pot, I can assure you the steam release part is the scariest part and I...

The Marshall Stanmore II Bluetooth speaker is down to $199.99. This is the version with Alexa built-in that normally sells for as much as $400, so this is the best value today. There's a version without Alexa that normally sells for $350, and it's also down to $200. Obviously the savings aren't as good there, but if you prefer not having Alexa for whatever reason you can go with that speaker, which is also down to a great low price today. Head over to Best Buy where you'll find both of these deals price matched as well.The speaker uses Bluetooth 5.0 technology, which allows for a low latency connection that doesn't use much power and doesn't get interupted. It even uses the aptX codec for a smoother audio experience and lossless wireless sound. The multi-host functionality of the speaker allows you to connect two different Bluetooth devices and easily switch between them. Of course you don't have to just connect via Bluetooth either. The speaker has an RCA connection and a 3.5mm in...

No need to panic.Earlier this week, Twitter officially rolled out Fleets, a new feature that — ahem — takes inspiration from Instagram Stories and Snapchat Stories, and boy do people have opinions on it. I get it, ephemeral posts have invaded nearly every social network (and even tangentially social sites like LinkedIn), and for those who aren't interested in using them, they can feel like they're just in the way without the option to disable them.But just as many are doing with Fleets, I resisted Instagram Stories at launch, baselessly claiming that the platform was destroying itself by needlessly copying the competition. A few years later, nearly everyone I follow posts to Stories as often as — and in many cases, more often than they post to their feed. Stories have become an integral and deeply social aspect of Instagram, and I suspect the same will eventually happen with Fleets on Twitter.Blame SnapchatWhy are ephemeral posts so popular?So why are people so into...

Hot on the heels of Amazon's huge Prime Day event, the company is already getting its Black Friday sale in full swing. A whole bunch of deals are already available at Amazon as we get closer to Black Fridya itself including basically every Amazon device plus tons of discounts in tech, smart home, toys, appliances, health and fitness, and more.We've already got details on all of the Amazon early Black Friday deals, so read on for more.Amazon Black Friday Deals WeekAmazon is kicking off new deals every day as we get closer to Black Friday so you can save on your next big tech or home purchase, or basically anything else Amazon sells. So many deals are already available so you can start your holiday shopping early.Shop at AmazonWith the late placement of Prime Day this year and the general uncertainty caused by the current global health crisis, we saw a lot of other retailers bring forward a bunch of Black Friday deals and kick them off in October — a far cry from the us...

Just about every Amazon-owned device is on sale right now thanks to this huge Black Friday sale, including products from Ring, Eero, Blink, the Fire TV Stick, Kindles, and much more. Prices are slashed by up to 60%, making these devices the most affordable they've been all year in many cases, so you won't want to miss out.Amazon Black Friday Deals Week SalesEcho Device DealsFire TV DealsFire Tablet DealsKindle eReader DealsEero Mesh Wifi DealsRing Camera DealsBlink Camera DealsGiven that these are Amazon's best Black Friday deals, there's a LOT to sort through so we've broken them out by the various product lines that Amazon sells. Be sure to check out all the deals below and don't wait too long to purchase them because some will likely sell out or become back-ordered pretty quickly.Black Friday Deals Week Echo SalesEcho Dot 4th Gen - $28.99 (Was $50)Echo Dot 3rd Gen - $18.99 (Was $40)Echo Flex - $9.99 (Was $25)Echo Buds - $79.99 (Was $130)Echo Show 5 - $44.9...

The riders head to the starting grid for one final time in what has been a uniquely challenging, yet exciting 2020 MotoGP season - read on for our guide to getting a Portugal Grand Prix live stream.The championship is already decided with consistent points scorer Joan Mir claiming the title last weekend, despite only winning a single race over the course of the whole season.The Spanish rider's unusual route to winning the crown was complete after finishing in seventh during last weekend's Valencia Grand Prix, with the Suzuki star sealing the title after Fabio Quartararo, Maverick Vinales and Alex Rins all failed to reach the podium.The Algarve International Circuit should provide a fitting final venue for the season finale. A new addition to the MotoGP season, the track is full of thrills and spills, with its only flat section being its kilometer-long final straight.Sunday's race will also provide a set of significant farewells, with Andrea Dovizioso on the grid for the last ...

The base OnePlus 9 model will step up its ultra-wide sensor with a higher resolution.What you need to knowNew details of the OnePlus 9 suggest a 48MP Sony IMX main camera sensor.A 48MP ultra-wide sensor will accompany the main sensor, with a third unknown sensor.A live image reportedly shows the triple camera module up-close in a green color variant.As the year nears its end, rumors of the OnePlus 9 and 9 Pro are beginning to ramp up. Recent CAD renders revealed some details of the OnePlus 9, with a design that shares elements from the OnePlus 8T and Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 series smartphones. A triple camera setup was shown protruding from the rear, but details of those cameras remained elusive. Now we may have an idea of what those cameras are packing.According to a report from 91mobiles, the OnePlus 9 could feature a 48MP main sensor that would achieve a 12MP output. The source claims that the sensor could be Sony's IMX689 which is also featured on the OnePlus 8 Pro, ...

The UFC is back in Las Vegas after holding its final event at Fight Island and this Saturday we'll get to see both a men's and women's flyweight title fight when Figueiredo defends his title against Perez and Shevchenko does so against Maia.At the top of UFC 255's Main Card, Deiveson "Deus Da Guerra" Figueiredo will face off against Alex Perez in a flyweight title bout. Figueiredo is coming off of a three fight win streak after defeating Joseph Benavidez twice and Tim Elliott once at UFC Fight Night. Perez on the other hand is an up and comer who is also going into Saturday's match with a three fight win streak after defeating Jussier Formiga, Jordan Espinosa and Mark De La Rosa.UFC 255's co-main event will see Valentina "Bullet" Shevchenko defend her flyweight title against Jennifer Maia. Shevchenko is currently on a five fight win streak after defeating Katlyn Chookagian by knockout back in February. However, her last win in the Octagon took place in August of last year when sh...

OnePlus's upcoming flagship keeps an familiar design.What you need to knowA render of the OnePlus 9 Pro has just leaked online.This leak comes courtesy of veteran leaker Steve Hemmerstoffer, also known as OnLeaks.The phone keeps many design stylings from older OnePlus models, including a curved screen, a pinhole selfie camera, and a squared-off camera bump.OnePlus's upcoming flagship, the OnePlus 9 Pro, has just leaked courtesy of OnLeaks. The leaker warns that this render shows a phone that's very nearly set in stone as far as designs, but small changes may still be made to minor features such as the camera layout.With that being said, the render shows off a very modern phone that builds off past design decisions by the company. The launch of the 9 Pro will see the return of elements that appeared on the 8T and Nord -— including its squared-off camera bump. You'll also find a 6.7-inch curved display, a single speaker, and it'll keep the metal and glass construction tha...

Best answer: If you are looking for more storage and stability, despite the slightly higher price, an SSD is your best bet. Not only does an SSD provide the same storage capabilities of other drives, but they'll help load your games faster, giving you an even better experience while you play.Bigger and faster: 1TB WD Blue SSD ($105 at Amazon)SSD drives offer speed, stability, and storage in your PS4In general, a solid state drive (SSD) is much faster than your normal drives. Mechanical drives, like HDDs, have moving parts whereas an SSD does not. The easiest way to think of it is that an SSD is like a larger memory stick. In recent years, SSD's have become far more affordable than they have been in the pas. Whether it be an external hard drive or a SSD, giving yourself more space for games is always a plus.But should you put an SSD in your PS4? A few years ago I probably would have said that there were better ways to spend your money. Recently, however, SSD prices have fa...

Huawei's ongoing trade ban has affected its Honor sub-brand as well, with the manufacturer launching fewer devices than usual this year. That said, we got to see a few standout phones with the likes of the Honor 9X. These are the best Honor phones you can buy right now.New hotnessHonor 9XStaff pickWith the Honor 9X, the brand is offering a retractable module that hides the front camera, leading to a bezel-free screen. It's powered by the mid-range Kirin 710F chipset, has a 48MP camera at the back, and the 4,000mAh battery should last two days between charges. Oh, and the design on the back is stunning.From $222 at Amazon$206 at WalmartFrom $209 at NeweggMid-range marvelHonor 20The Honor 20 has all the hallmarks of a great affordable flagship: it has an evocative design with a hole-punch cutout, powerful hardware in the form of a Kirin 980 chipset, and four cameras at the back with a 48-megapixel primary lens. There's also a 32-megapixel front camera and a 3,750m...

Most years, Black Friday mattress sales can fly by in the blink of an eye. However, with everything happening in 2020, most notably the COVID-19 pandemic, retailers are offering their Black Friday sales earlier than ever so as to not crowd out stores during late November. With more offers online and more opportunities to save, this year's Black Friday is shaping up to be one of the best yet.Best Black Friday mattress salesNectar Black Friday Sale: $399 of accessories free!Casper Black Friday Sale 15% off all mattressesSaatva mattress sale $200 off $1,000+Black Friday isn't just a good time of the year to buy new electronics or appliances. Black Friday mattress deals can be pretty steep, and we're already seeing some great end-of-year offers popping up at some of the most popular mattress brands today, such as Casper, Nectar, Serta, Tuft & Needle, and more.Below we'll be keeping track of all the best Black Friday mattress deals currently available so make sure to b...

Learning a language from scratch takes a whole lotta practice. FunEasyLearn makes every lesson fun, with 30 mini-games to help you master new words. Right now, lifetime learning on one language is 84% off at $39.https://www.youtube.com/embed/N_YSvkzcVVICovering 25 languages and 11,000 words and phrases, FunEasyLearn is one of the most comprehensive language learning apps available. Rated at 4.4 stars in the Google Play Store, this app helps you read, write, and speak faster.Starting from scratch, each course is split into 10 difficulty levels and 320 topics. Through concise lessons, you learn how to handle greetings, food, leisure time, travel, business, and much more.To help you memorize words faster, the app serves up hand-drawn illustrations and GIFs. You can also hear each word pronounced by native speaker voice actors, and the app uses speech recognition to test your accent.FunEasyLearn is available online, and on mobile with offline access.You would normally pay $249 fo...

With the next generation of consoles officially here, many people may be looking to trade in or sell their older systems in order to pick up the newest version. Whether you're ready to pick up a PS5 or just looking to get rid of your PS4 system, there's some things that must be done before you part with it and I'm not just talking about making sure it's clean. With that in mind, we've put together a guide on what steps you should take in order to prep your PS4 for sale.Products used in this guideBack it up: Seagate 2TB External Drive ($117 at Amazon)How to back up the data on your PS4The first thing you're going to want to do is to make sure you have all the parts together. Making sure that everything is in proper working order is probably important as well. However, the most crucial thing you must do is to ensure that your console is a blank slate upon which its new owner can build their gaming world.If you're planning on moving over to a newer model of PlayStation, you ...

We were starting to get a little worried about the Black Friday Chromebook sales. Prime Day was a disappointment and many retailers did not seem up to the task of showing us our favorite Chrome OS-powered laptops with great discounts, but our fears have subsided for now. We're seeing a ton of great deals including Chromebook sales you can't miss. Of course, if you're supremely budget-minded then you're going to need even better deals than that. We've got you. Check out Woot's one-day sale featuring several refurbished Chromebooks from Acer and HP with some going as low as $99.99.Like all Woot sales, you will pay a mandatory shipping fee. The only way around it is to use your Amazon Prime membership. And, honestly, with Black Friday almost upon us you should make sure this membership is up to date anyway.I mean, a Chromebook is always meant to be an affordable option, right? Even the most powerful ones rely on Google's Cloud and things like that to save you money on storage. So if...

This year's Black Friday sales are truly unlike any that have come before them. Now that social distancing is so important, retailers are doing everything they can to keep their stores from becoming overcrowded and that may just make this the best Black Friday yet. We're already seeing Black Friday deals popping up at places like Best Buy and Target, and we'll also be seeing more online deals than ever before. That means no rushing, no pushing, and less worrying about missing out on the items you want to buy.Woot Black Friday 2020Woot Black Friday adWoot Black Friday hoursBest Black Friday deals at WootOne exclusively-online retailer you won't want to forget to shop at this month is Woot. If you've never shopped there before, there are just a few crucial things you should know before placing an order. First, Woot is owned by Amazon, and while it does charge a $6 shipping fee for every order, you can score free shipping there just by logging in with an Amazon Prime account...

Best answer: Although Visible is powered by Verizon's LTE network, only select phones are compatible with the carrier. This includes many popular devices, such as the Galaxy S20 family, the Pixel 4a and 5 series, and the Moto Edge. If you prefer Team Apple, every iPhone from the iPhone 6 up to the iPhone 12 Pro Max is fully supported.Great choice: Visible ($40/month at Visible)Incredible camera: Google Pixel 4a ($350 at Amazon)Awesome 5G experience: Moto Edge ($400 at Amazon)Visible only works with select Android phonesVisible is one of the most enticing carrier options on the market right now. Still, at least for the time being, the most significant limiting factor is its lineup of supported Android phones.GooglePixel 3Pixel 3 XLPixel 4Pixel 4 XLPixel 4aPixel 4a 5GPixel 5Hot PepperHot Pepper GhostLGG8Stylo 5/M7Stylo 6V40VelvetMotorolaMoto EMoto E6Moto DdgeMoto G powerMoto G7 powerMoto Z4OnePlus8 Pro87 Pro7TSamsungGalaxy ...

Black Friday is the perfect time to get those creative juices flowing. Whether you're a photographer who needs some editing tools or a content creator for YouTube and need a more premium way to splice those montages together, today is your day to save money doing it. You can get this Adobe Creative Cloud package on Amazon that includes a 12-month subscription billed at $39.99 a month plus a $10 Amazon gift card. That's a total price of $480 for a year, and you still have that extra $10 to spend however you want. Normally a prepaid annual subscription would cost $600, and if you chose to go monthly that would cost $52.99 instead of today's Black Friday price of $40.You're saving a ton of money with this deal, but it's not going to last very long. This is part of Amazon's Black Friday Week sales, and the deal price is set to expire tonight. The Creative Cloud subscription price actually comes from Adobe and you'll probably still be able to find that on Adobe's website through Black Fri...

Can you believe November is almost over and Black Friday is almost here? The closer we get, the more the deals get ramped up. Amazon is just throwing everything out there as it has kicked off "Black Friday Week" and we're seeing a ton of deals. The Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T5 robot vacuum and mop is just one of those deals, and today it's down to $349.99 from a street price of $600. The previous best price on the T5 ever was a drop to $400 back in August that only lasted for a day. Today's sale won't last much longer than that, either, so get on it.The Ozmo T5 actually mops and vacuums simultaneously. It's smart enough to know when to do one versus the other. In fact, it has sensors that can automatically detect upcoming carpet so your soft floors don't get mopped. As for vacuuming on carpet, the robot vac can pump up the suction to give your carpets a deep clean.The water tank on the robot vacuum is 240 ml so it's large enough to cover over 2,000 square feet when mopping. With a 5200...

Whether you're a writer, photographer, or someone with a long commute to work every day, backpacks are the most efficient way to carry a full day's worth of gear without having to fuss with annoying rolling bags or messenger bags that wreck your shoulder. They're also a huge commodity, with thousands of tech backpacks to choose from, ranging from plain empty bags to more specialized options with dividers, pouches, and pockets galore. These are the best backpacks that cater specifically to tech.Best Overall: Peak Design Everyday Backpack v2Peak Design makes one of the most instantly recognizable backpacks around. The San Francisco-based company makes backpacks that put an equal focus on both aesthetics and functionality. The result is a bag that many of us on the Android Central team use every day. The Everyday Backpack v2 is available in 20L and 30L configurations to accommodate different body types and carry needs.The design is the same on either size bag, and starts with a ...

The right time for cross-platform unified messaging was five years ago, not in late 2020.The long battle over messaging is finally over now that Google has incorporated RCS across the entire globe and is pushing out encryption features as I type. Not really; the battle for universal messaging was over long ago and Google just now got to the playing field.Here's what's happening in case you didn't catch it: Google has finished making RCS chat features available in its Messages app in every country that it can be made available (it's never coming to a few countries like China or Russia) and it's slowly pushing out end-to-end encryption for users who opt-in for Google's Chat features.That means Android users can enjoy rich messaging as long as they use the Messages app and the other party is also using the Messages app. In theory. The fine print reads that it works through Google's Jibe service unless your carrier supports the RCS Universal profile. Since RCS is a giant jumbo-size...