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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...

Ahead of Black Friday, Nomad has kicked off a sitewide sale that takes 30% off pretty much everything, from phone cases and wireless chargers to smartwatch bands and wallets. As well as the 30% Black Friday saving, Nomad is also offering huge savings of up to 85% on items in its outlet with prices as low as $5. Nomad's shipping per order starts at $6.95 so you'll want to take that into account when ordering.While most of Nomad's accessories are made for Apple gear like Apple Watch bands, Lightning cables, iPhone, iPad, and AirPods cases, there are several items that would work great with other devices like wireless chargers, USB-C cables, Google Pixel cases, and more so it's well worth a look no matter what platform you're rocking.Some of its cases are designed with cutouts so you can also use one of Moment's photography lenses with your phone and enhance your mobile photography by a mile. The 30% discount is applied to all of them allowing for prices starting as low as $15.The...

Eddie Jones' men welcome the Boys In Green to Twickenham on Saturday, hoping to continue their good run of three wins against the visitors - read on for full details on how to get an England vs Ireland live stream, and watch this Autumn Nations rugby match online, no matter where you are in the world.Saturday's Group A showdown will see the winner take pole position in the battle for a place in the showpiece event on finals weekend.Ireland kicked off their campaign in this new tournament in impressive style last weekend, flattening Wales 32-9 in Dublin.England meanwhile, also started the tournament with a strong win, brushing past Georgia with a professional 40-0 rout.Having beaten the Irish by at least 12 points in their past three meetings, England will be hoping for more of the same, but the visitors will be keen to show they've toughened up since those defeats.Flankers Sam Underhill and Tom Curry return for the hosts, alongside props Kyle Sincklerand Mako Vunipola.Jo...

As more of our appliances get smart, certain things we use daily begin to stand out and seem even dumber if they are not yet integrated into our smart home setups. Meross offers a number of accessories to smarten up dumb devices, and a few of their most popular products are on sale at Woot with prices starting at just $15. This means you can save up to 40% on these popular items.Whether you use Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit to control your smart home, this sale has got something for you. There are affordable indoor smart plugs as well as a dual outdoor smart plug with prices from just $17. You can control them using the Meross app from anywhere in the world, or voice control them using your smart speaker. You can also set custom schedules, work the plugs into your scenes, or set up automations for turning things on and off based on other conditions.We actually took a look at the Meross outdoor plug and gave it 4.5 stars out of five, praising its HomeKit support, affo...

The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a godsend for those of us who want to stick with our trusted non-smart television and also want to access Netflix on it, while the Fire TVs have all the capabilities of Amazon's Fire TV Stick built into the TV itself. They're generally affordably priced, but the best time to purchase one is during a sale. Below are the best deals we could find to help you locate the right Fire TV device or Fire TV for your home.Best Amazon Fire TV Deals Available NowFire TV devices: from $18Fire TVs: as low as $80Device bundles: starting at $68Sometimes, Amazon offers deals which are only available to Prime members, so it helps to keep your membership active while you're on the hunt.Best Cheap Fire TV Device DealsBlack Friday is coming soon, but there are a few great Fire TV deals to snag until then. If you have yet to cut the cable company out of your life, the devices listed below are easily worth their full price so you can finally make it happen. You mi...

Los Blancos will be looking to get back to winning ways as they face a tough trip to the Estadio de la Cerámica. Follow our guide below on how to get a Villareal vs Real Madrid live stream and watch La Liga online no matter where you are in the world.Since leaving Arsenal under a cloud of underachievement, Unai Emery has gone some way to repairing his damaged reputation since joining Villareal in July.Currently on a four-game win streak, the Yellow Submarine currently sit comfortably in second in La Liga and look like genuine contenders for a top-four finish.Madrid, meanwhile, find themselves in fourth and with the pressure still very much on boss Zinedine Zidane. Having picked up key wins against Barcelona and Huesca, Real went on to suffer a demoralizing 4-1 loss at Valencia just before the international break.That defeat saw Zindane come under fire for once again for what appeared to be some overzealous squad rotation.With tough domestic fixtures coming up against Sevil...

Let's hope we can still find the app in a sea of colorful icons.What you need to knowA user on Reddit noticed a new name and icon for the Phone by Google app.The application could be named Google Call, with a four-color icon.No official change has been made yet, but we could hear something soon if Google's cadence is any idication.Like it or not, Google seems to be sticking with its new colorful icon scheme. In an attempt to unify its applications, Google recently rebranded a many of them, including its Workspace apps, giving several of them new colorful icons that totally aren't confusing and everyone seems to love. There are a few stragglers still holding onto their older icons, but it seems Google isn't done with its sweep as a new icon and name has just been spotted for the Phone by Google app.A Reddit user spotted an ad online that features the name Google Call, highlighting the app's caller ID feature. The ad still includes the name Phone by Google at the bottom, so...

Now that you've received your new dual-screened phone, you'll likely want to find the best Microsoft Surface Duo case. There are a slew of great Surface Duo accessories already available, but the case options are pretty slim for the time being. Since this is a new device, we are expecting more of a selection as time marches on. But for now, these are the best Surface Duo cases you can get today.From the sourceMicrosoft Surface Duo BumperStaff PickWith a phone that has a 360-degree hinge, you need to ensure that you find the right case to accommodate that hinge. Microsoft has released its own case for the Surface Duo, called the Surface Duo Bumper. This wraps around all of the edges of your new phone, providing full access to the charging port along with not interfering with that amazing hinge.$40 at Microsoft$40 at Best BuyProtective and versatileOtterbox Theorem SeriesProductivity is the name of the game with the Surface Duo, but you don't want to end up w...

Samsung's next big version update is now in a public beta — and a stable update is coming soon.Samsung is getting ready to show off the next version of One UI. The Android 11-based One UI 3.0 public beta is now live in Korea and the U.S., so if you're interested in taking a look at all the new features on offer, you can install the beta build right away.The One UI 3.0 beta is limited to the Galaxy S20 and Note 20 series, and Samsung will make the beta available in more markets around the world shortly. The One UI 3.0 beta includes interesting new features and subtle tweaks to the UI, with Samsung adding meaningful features throughout the interface.Here's what you need to know about the One UI 3.0 beta, the list of eligible phones slated to receive the stable update, and when you'll get the OTA update on your Galaxy phone.The default choiceSamsung Galaxy S20+$1190 at Amazon$1200 at Best BuyA great all-round optionThe Galaxy S20+ is one of the best phones on the ...

You'll need to connect to a PC with an Oculus Link cable to get it.What you need to knowOculus is celebrating the 1-year release of the Oculus Link by giving away copies of Asgard's Wrath, one of the highest-rated Rift games.The promotion runs from November 20 through January 31.Quest 2 users will need to connect their headsets to the Oculus software on a PC via Oculus Link.Facebook is celebrating the 1-year anniversary of the release of Oculus Link by giving away one of the best Oculus Rift games for free to all newly registered Oculus Quest 2 headsets. In order to qualify, you'll need to be a first-time Oculus Quest 2 user and will need to register your Oculus Quest 2 between November 20, 2020 and January 31, 2021. After registering, you'll need to claim Asgard's Wrath by 11:59:59 PM PT on March 31, 2021.Once your Quest 2 has been registered, you'll need to download the Oculus Link software at the Oculus website and connect your Quest 2 to your PC with a compatible USB ...

We're keeping track as things are patched, and new issues are discovered.Marvel's Avengers has been out for a couple months, but it launched with a lot of bugs and other issues. We noted in our Marvel's Avengers review that the game was buggy at launch, and we're hoping that Crystal Dynamics will be on top of those fixes, but there are a lot of issues, which makes sense with a game that wants to do as much as this one does. However, developers have made progress since launch. Here are some of the fixes that continue and the ones that have been fixed recently with patches.Current issuesThese are some of the issues that the team is currently working on via the subreddit. Others are reported by players.Villian Sector missions come up as already completed and don't refresh.Some Mission Chains not completing correctly.Reports of crashes while refreshing Weekly Missions."Interrogation Anxiety" mission can't be completed.A lot of PS4 trophy bugs.Unlocked outfits reverting to "...

Go SMS Pro's developers have gone AWOL in the meantime.What you need to knowGo SMS Pro, an Android messaging app with over a hundred million installs on the Play Store, has a massive security flaw.Researchers were able to view files sent as attachments via the app remotely as the app would upload these files online with auto-generated, publicly accessible URLs. The Go SMS Pro developers have yet to fix the issue. Go SMS Pro, a popular third-party SMS app with over 100 million installs going off its Google Play listing has just been found to ship with a critical flaw.Security researchers at the firm TrustWave found that the app was exposing user data carelessly by uploading files shared on the app to a public URL. After trying and failing to contact the app developers, they contacted the folks over at TechCrunch with their findings.TechCrunch explained: When a Go SMS Pro user sends a photo, video or other file to someone who doesn't have the app installed, the app up...

Today's phones and tablets are more powerful than ever, and despite more power-efficient processors, it's not uncommon to find yourself needing to charge up at times when you aren't near a wall outlet. Battery packs that are 20,000 mAh and higher are ideal for people that need a lot of juice while on-the-go, and while they may not fit into your pocket, they're necessary for keeping your devices topped up. Our top pick is the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD 45W. Here's why it's the best high capacity power bank, along with other great alternatives if you need something even bigger.Best Overall: Anker PowerCore+ 26800mAh PD 45W with 60W PD ChargerAnker is one of the biggest names in the power banks and chargers today, and it's built that name of exemplary build quality and long-term durability, and the PowerCore+ 26800mAh PD is a major upgrade from previous generations. It bumps up from basic 15W USB-C charging to 45W Power Delivery, meaning that this power bank can be used to charge p...

A fully charged Oculus Quest or Oculus Quest 2 will give you about 2-3 hours of battery life, depending on the VR experience you're using. For some players, that's not nearly long enough for a good gaming session in something like Rec Room or Vader Immortal III, or for an extended media session in an app like Netflix. Battery packs are some of the best Oculus Quest accessories and can double, or even triple, the battery life of your headset.Go for the comboQuest 2 Elite Strap with Battery and Carrying CaseStaff pickThis bundle is the only way you can get a Quest 2 Elite Strap with a battery built-in. The extra battery doubles the battery life of the Oculus Quest 2, according to Facebook. Just make sure you only grab one if you have an Oculus Quest 2 since it doesn't work with the original Oculus Quest.$129 at Best BuyBig and beefyAnker PowerCore 10000The Anker PowerCore 10000 offers a lot of reliability and power and is a popular favorite for powering mobile dev...

Budget friendlyOculus Quest 2 64GB$299 at AmazonProsCheaperHas enough storage for a lot of usersSupports all the same features as larger variantSupports all the same games as larger variantConsNot enough storage for hardcore gamersNo microSD slot for expandable storageThe 64GB variant of the Oculus Quest 2 supports all the same features and games as the version with larger storage. It has enough space for many users but will fill up if you're a hardcore gamer. Its lack of a microSD slot makes storage limitations a more significant issue.Extra roomOculus Quest 2 256GB$399 at AmazonProsLots of room for gamesMore affordable than the competitionConsSignificantly more expensive No microSD slotThis version of the Oculus Quest 2 sports 256GB of storage, which is more than enough for multiple games and lots of media to enjoy, though it still doesn't have a microSD slot.Both versions of the Oculus Quest 2 support the same features an...

Production is beginning soon on this ambitious adaption.What you need to knowHBO has officially ordered a series based on The Last of Us and The Last of Us Part 2.The series is being written by Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann.It's being co-produced between PlayStation Productions, Word Games and Naughty Dog.While we've known for some time now that a show based on Naughty Dog's The Last of Us was being written for HBO, today we learned via press release that HBO has given the green light to production.Craig Mazin, creator and writer of HBO's Chernobyl, and Neil Druckmann, creative director of The Last of Us and vice president of Naughty Dog, are co-writing the show. Carolyn Strauss of HBO, Evan Wells from Naughty Dog and Asad Qizilbash and Carter Swan from PlayStation Productions are all executive producers for the show. PlayStation Productions, Word Games, and Naughty Dog are all producing.Jeff Frost, President of Sony Pictures Television Studios and Asad Qizilbash, Head...

2020 has been a rough year for us all, and the pandemic and lockdowns have meant that more and more people are working or going to school at home. Because of this, demand for low-cost, high-performance laptops like Chromebooks has skyrocketed, as too have the prices, unfortunately. Thankfully, many Chromebooks are starting to come back in stock, and the prices are starting to come down as well. Case in point, this great Black Friday deal on the Acer Chromebook 311. It was already a steal at its normal price of $229, but Walmart is knocking $60 for Black Friday!Perfect portable laptopAcer Chromebook 311This little laptop is the perfect couch companion, whether you're working from home, watching YouTube, or handing it off to your kids for remote learning. It has a bright 11.6-inch screen, 32GB of onboard storage, continuous and automatic Chrome OS updates, and lasts for ten hours on a single charge.$169 at WalmartChromebooks and Chrome OS have really shined this year as...

Now that a second shortage on toilet paper is seemingly just around the corner, it's time to stock up again and make sure your family has enough available to use for a couple of months. No one wants to risk running out and finding their local store shelves empty — especially when someone back at home really needs to use the bathroom. Luckily, right now Amazon has plenty of toilet paper in stock, some of which is even available at a slight discount thanks to Black Friday deals!Best Black Friday toilet paper dealsBlack Friday isn't officially until November 27, but this year, stores are getting started with early Black Friday deals several weeks in advance. You also might want to prepare by making sure your Amazon Prime membership is active. Select deals are exclusively available for Prime members, but you can start a free 30-day trial to snag any exclusive offers you're interested in.Some of the packs of toilet paper below are temporarily out of stock, but they still allow you t...

New and improvedOculus Quest 2From $299 at AmazonProsRuns on new Snapdragon XR2 processorHas a 90Hz displayHas 6GB of RAMLighter than original Oculus QuestCheaper than original Oculus QuestOption for up to 256GB of storageSupports all Oculus Quest gamesConsOnly has one headphone jackDoesn't work with some old accessoriesLacks "true blacks" due to LCD displayThe Oculus Quest 2 is lighter and more powerful than its predecessor. With the Snapdragon XR2 processor, a new 90Hz display, and 6GB of RAM, the Oculus Quest 2 is the best way to experience the Oculus platform.An aging headsetOculus QuestFrom $399 at AmazonProsPlays growing library of Oculus Quest gamesHas two headphones jacks, allowing more optionsShows "true blacks" with OLED displayConsHeavier than Oculus Quest 2Has processor that's several years oldMore expensive than Oculus Quest 2Only has 4GB of RAMMax option of 128GB of storageRunning out of stockThe original Oc...