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Chances are you're going to spend a lot of your Black Friday shopping surfing the large retailers with huge inventories, but if you want a private sale that features some of the best smartphones around, check out the OnePlus Black Friday sale that includes free stuff, bundles, and the possibility to save hundreds of dollars. Every purchase of the OnePlus 8 Pro or the OnePlus 8T comes with a free pair of OnePlus Buds true wireless earbuds. Those are worth $80, so that's good savings right there. You can also get a free protective case if you decide to go with the less expensive OnePlus 8. The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro are both discounted by $100, too.There's even an unlisted bundle deal that can really save you some money. If you buy the OnePlus 8T you can buy a second one and get half off the price. That's $373 off the total right there, but then you also get a free pair of wireless earbuds with each phone. That's another $160 in value for the deal. You'll end up paying a total of $1,123.5...

It's not always easy to find Black Friday phone deals that are worth the purchase, but if you're planning on shopping anywhere this year, Verizon should be at the top of your list. Whether you're a Verizon member already or thinking of switching, this carrier offers some of the best Android Black Friday deals, as well as the best iPhone Black Friday deals. Verizon is considered to be one of the best wireless carriers in the U.S., especially in terms of LTE performance, though it's also one of the more expensive options. However, with great Black Friday offers come some pretty big savings to consider.Verizon Black Friday 2020Verizon Black Friday adVerizon Black Friday hoursBest Black Friday deals at VerizonBYOD dealFree $450 Verizon eGift CardNew Verizon customers can score a $450 Verizon eGift Card for free when you switch to Verizon, bring a phone you already own to use on the network, and sign up for an Unlimited plan. You can order a free SIM card online at Ver...

Surfshark is one of the best VPN providers out there, and it's also one of the most affordable which is kind of wild. With a solid feature set, great customer service, and reliable performance, you'd normally expect the price to be pretty high but you can actually grab a Surfshark VPN subscription for just $2.49 per month.The service offers over 1,000 servers across 60+ different countries and your subscription can be used on an unlimited number of devices at once. That's something that most VPN providers don't allow you to do, so there's a lot to like with Surfshark.Today's best Surfshark VPN deals, pricing, and discounts Plan Length Discount Monthly Cost Total Price 1 Month 0% $12.95 $12.95 at Surshark 6 Months 50% $6.49 $38.94 at Surfshark 24 Months 81% $2.49 $59.76 at SurfsharkWhen looking at VPNs, security should always be your first concern and Surshark has you covered with AES-256-GCM encryption, IKEv2, private DNS, leak prote...

Whether you're planning an international trip or you just prefer not to be financially tied to your carrier, it's never a bad idea to buy your next phone unlocked. These are the best unlocked phones Amazon sells, covering everything from the highest-end flagships to the absolute cheapest phone for someone on a tight budget.The bestSamsung Galaxy Note 20 UltraStaff pickThe Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is one of the most versatile and powerful phones on the market. You get top-end specs across the board, plus all of the hardware features you expect: an incredible 120Hz display, waterproofing, bilateral wireless charging, a microSD card slot, and of course, the S Pen. The 108MP primary camera is incredible, and the 5X telephoto can reach up to 50X with digital zoom.$1,100 at Amazon$1,100 at Best Buy $1,100 at B&H Best under $800Samsung Galaxy S20 FEThe Galaxy S20 FE offers incredible value, bringing the core Samsung flagship experience to a more affordable price. You...

Covering more groundJabra Elite 85t$230 at Amazon $230 at Best BuyProsSolid hybrid ANC performanceGreat sound qualityImproved call qualityComfortable fitResponsive controlsWireless charging caseConsLarger frameMore proprietary ear tipsLarger and heavier caseJabra didn't necessarily reinvent its super popular true wireless earbuds, but it did take the Elite 85t to another level by including features people came to expect for an "elite" pair of headphones. The sum of all their parts make these earbuds easy to like, and worthy of being in the conversation among the best true wireless earbuds.Leaving things openSamsung Galaxy Buds Live$140 at Amazon $140 at Best Buy $140 at WalmartProsGood audio qualityLong-lasting battery lifeExtremely useful companion appSupports Qi wireless chargingActive noise cancelationConsTouch controls can be finickyCertain features exclusive to Samsung phonesDesign can be polarizingSamsung did conceptu...

Need a nice affordable pair of headphones that can withstand the wear and tear of the gym? The Anker Soundcore Spirit X Bluetooth in-ear headphones are down to $16.99 with code 93XPX73 at Newegg. Without the code, they sell for $26 and that's the same price you'll find them going for at other retailers like Amazon. Shipping is free.The Soundcore Spirit X are some of the best cheap wireless earbuds around, especially for use at the gym. They have Anker's SweatGuard technology, which is specially designed to resist sweat. They are IPX7 rated, too, to resist other sources of water like rain or getting splashed by the pool. You definitely don't have to worry about water with these earphones.Plus, the headphones have 10mm dynamic drivers, which means you'll get powerful sound to help drown out the noise of the gym or subway if you're heading to work. The headphones do have passive noise isolation, too, so you can actually get even more drawn into your music and not the world around yo...

It's safe to say that Motorola has failed with its Android 10 rollout schedule.Android 11 released two months ago, but the fact that we're still talking about the Android 10 update for Motorola phones suggests how far the manufacturer has fallen in recent times with software updates.Under Lenovo's tutelage, Motorola's software update efforts have been put on the backburner. The brand used to make the best cheap phones and set the standard for timely software updates, but in the last three years that goodwill has been eroded as Motorola reneged on updates to phones like the Moto Z2 Force, the Moto E5 series, and more. Instead of delivering two platform updates and three years of security updates, Motorola now provides just one platform update and security updates "every other month."Motorola even tried to enforce the single platform update policy on its 2020 flagship, the $999 Edge+. After intense backlash, Motorola is now promising two platform updates for the device.In addit...

It wasn't too long ago that we named the OnePlus 7T "the best of Android for under $600", but thanks to a one-day-only sale at Woot right now, it's becoming the best of Android for less than $400. Woot has the unlocked OnePlus 7T on sale today for only $369.99. You'll even score free shipping with the purchase if you log in with your Amazon Prime account.This unlocked smartphone is suitable for use on GSM networks such as T-Mobile and AT&T. It's not intended to be used on CDMA networks like Verizon. You can choose between Glacier Blue and Frosted Silver colors.The OnePlus 7T is equipped with a large 6.55-inch display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 955+ octa-core processor. Along with 8GB RAM, it offers 128GB storage capacity and a sizeable 3800mAh battery to keep it powered all day long without needing to charge it. While it doesn't feature wireless charging capability, it does include the ability to fast charge at up to 30W. Along with running Android 10, this device runs OxygenO...

Xiaomi is now rolling out the MIUI 12 stable update to a lot of phones.MIUI 12 is now official, with Xiaomi's latest skin offering an array of new features. Some of those features include an improved system-wide dark mode, AI-assisted calling features, Dynamic Always-on Display, new visual design, tweaks to system animations, and much-needed privacy fixes.Xiaomi is now rolling out the stable MIUI 12 update to a lot of phones in the Redmi, POCO, and Mi series. The first wave of devices received the update back in July, and the second wave of phones started receiving the update in August. Xiaomi makes some of the best cheap Android phones, and with MIUI 12, it is introducing a cohesive UI that's packed with features.Still haven't received MIUI 12 on your device yet? Here's when your Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO phone will get the MIUI 12 stable update.MIUI 12 stable update: Rolling out right nowXiaomi is now rolling out the stable MIUI 12 update to a lot of phones. These are the ph...

Xiaomi is also rumored to be working on a 100W+ wireless charging solution for 2021.What you need to knowAs per a new leak, Xiaomi could launch a phone with 200W+ charging in 2021.The Mi 10 Ultra is currently the world's fastest-charging phone, supporting 120W charging speeds.The leak also suggests the company's first phones with under-display selfie cameras will be introduced next year.Three months back, Xiaomi launched the Mi 10 Ultra, the world's first phone to support 120W charging speeds. According to leaker Digital Chat Station on Weibo, the company is now working on a phone with 200W+ fast charging.The leaker has claimed in a post on Weibo that Xiaomi plans to roll out its first devices with 200W+ charging in 2021. Since the Mi 10 Ultra's 120W fast charging solution enables the phone's 4,500mAh battery to be fully charged in just 23 minutes, the upcoming 200W charging solution should be able to cut the charging time even further to less than 15 minutes.However, 1...

The quest for European glory continues tonight as matchday three of the Champions League group stage takes place including this Group H clash between Istanbul Basaksehir and Manchester United. Don't miss a moment with our Istanbul Basaksehir vs Man United live stream guide.Today's opponents are coming into this game off the back of very different Champions League results with the hosts sitting at the bottom of Group H and the Red Devils leading the pack.Turkish Süper Lig champions Istanbul Basaksehir lost 2-0 away from home at RB Leipzig in their opening Champions League game and followed that up with another 2-0 defeat at home to PSG. With no points so far, Okan Buruk's side desperately need to start winning some games to stand a chance of progressing to the knockout stages.In the domestic league, it has been three wins on the trot including a recent 5-1 drubbing of Antalyaspor and a 2-1 win against Konyaspor in their last outing. Those have been the team's only league wins t...

OnePlus is planning to soon extend its premium offline experience beyond metro cities.What you need to knowOnePlus today opened its largest Experience Store globally in Hyderabad, India.The 16,000-square-foot store is called the OnePlus Nizam Palace. OnePlus has also announced plans of investing ₹100 crores ($13.36 million) to expand its offline strategy in India.OnePlus today launched its largest Experience store globally in Hyderabad, India in a first of its kind community-led launch on Twitter. The 16,000-square-foot store is located at Himayat Nagar and is called OnePlus Nizam Palace.To set it apart from other stores, OnePlus Nizam Palace has a unique design that aligns with the company's philosophy of "burdenless design." The store has an outer aluminium façade with a red brick wall beneath, representing the brand's loyal and rooted community. Inside, the store has interactive desks for product categories, horizontal LED walls that showcase the latest #ShotOnOnePl...

The SD875 has familiar setup as the SD865, but with a boost in performance.What you need to knowNew leaks suggest a similar configuration to the Snapdragon 865.The new chip will be based on a 5nm fabrication process.A new GPU will bring improved cashe and memory bandwith.As the year comes to an end, Qualcomm is expected to announce the successor to its Snapdragon 865 5G chipset. The SoC, likely to be dubbed the Snapdragon 875, will power the top tier 5G flagship smartphones of 2021. While no official details have been revealed, recent leaks suggest a familiar core setup with a number of improvements.The Snapdragon 875 is said to be designed using Samsung's 5nm fabrication process, which we also expect to see from it's own upcoming flagship SoC. It is set to feature 8 cores with the main power core clocked at 2.84GHz, three performance cores clocked at 2.42GHz, and 4 low energy cores clocked at 1.8GHz.If that sounds familiar, it's because that's the same configuration as...

The Galaxy S20 series is expected to start receiving the stable One UI 3.0 update later this month.What you need to knowSamsung is now rolling out the fourth One UI 3.0 (Android 11) beta for the Galaxy S20 series.The latest One UI 3.0 beta build brings camera improvements and adds a new screen resolution menu. Samsung's Galaxy S20 series is expected to start receiving the stable One UI 3.0 later this month.Just a few days back, Samsung rolled out the third One UI 3.0 (Android 11) beta for the Galaxy S20 series in Germany. The company has now released a new One UI 3.0 beta with camera quality improvements and some UI tweaks for three of its best Android phones. While the fourth One UI 3.0 beta is currently available only in Germany, it is likely to become available in the U.S. within the next few days.Although the changelog doesn't shed much light on the camera improvements, the folks at SamMobile claim Samsung has improved the performance of the Galaxy S20 Ultra's 100x ...

Battery Share will automatically turn off if it's not being used.What you need to knowThe Pixel 5's Battery Share feature automatically turns on as soon as you start charging the phone via USB-C.Battery Share allows you to wirelessly charge any Qi-compatible device by placing it on the back of the Pixel 5. The reverse wireless charging feature will automatically turn off if it's not being used.While we think the Google Pixel 5 is the best all-around Pixel phone of all time, it's obvious that the phone is not the hottest topic in the smartphone industry right now. However, its cohesive software experience continues to push out subtle but useful features for Pixel users.According to a Google support page spotted by 9to5Google, the Pixel 5's Battery Share feature automatically turns on as soon as you start charging the phone via the USB-C port. This means that you're able to charge your Pixel 5 as well as another Qi-compatible device with one USB-C charger. When your Pix...

Google addresses a battery indicator bug, while the known screen gap issue gets a teardown.Update, November 4 (12:30 am ET): Google has confirmed that the screen gap issue is "a normal part of the design."What you need to knowThe Pixel 5 has a known battery indicator bug, which shows inaccurate battery percentages.Some Pixel 5 owners have reported a noticeable gap between the display and the frame right out of the box.Google has promised a bug fix for the battery indicator, while a teardown video addresses the screen gap issue.It's only been about two weeks since the Google Pixel 5 started arriving on people's doorsteps, but early adopters have already found a few notable issues with their units including a battery indicator bug as well as a screen gap between the display and the frame.In a recent Google support thread discovered by 9to5Google, several users have reported that their battery indicators have been showing inaccurate percentages with unusually slow drain ti...

The Nord N10 5G and Nord N100 are pivotal to OnePlus' global ambitions.At the outset, the Nord N10 5G and Nord N100 don't make a lot of sense. OnePlus has thus far focused its attention on the high-end segment, exclusively using Qualcomm's flagship Snapdragon 800 chipsets. The OnePlus Nord was the first OnePlus phone to use a mid-tier Snapdragon chipset, and OnePlus mentioned at the time that it went with the Snapdragon 765G because it delivered flagship-level performance.Well, that's not the case with the Nord N10 5G or the Nord N100. A Snapdragon 690 chipset powers the N10 5G, and while it has 5G connectivity, it is not the fastest chipset by any stretch of the imagination. Then there's the Nord N100, which has the Snapdragon 460 — an entry-level chipset that is decent enough for day-to-day use but not designed for gaming.To put it mildly, this is a radical shift in strategy for OnePlus, and completely unthinkable even a few years ago. So why is OnePlus making budget phones...

A US trademark filing seems to have prematurely unveiled the new earbuds.What you need to knowA trademark filing with the name, 'Galaxy Buds Beyond,' has surfaced on the United States Patent and Trademark Office website.This could be a part of Samsung's next lineup of true wireless earbuds, following up on the Galaxy Buds+ and Galaxy Buds Live.No other details are known about these earbuds as of right now.After a year of successful true wireless earbuds including the Galaxy Buds+ as well as the Galaxy Buds Live, Samsung seems ready to go "beyond" to the next generation. In a recent US trademark filing spotted by 9to5Google, Samsung Electronics has officially trademarked "Galaxy Buds Beyond" on November 2, 2020.Although manufacturers trademark a wide array of things including products that never go public, it's not hard to assume that the "Galaxy Buds Beyond" are Samsung's next generation of true wireless earbuds, especially when considering the timing of the trademark.I...

There are seemingly endless options to choose from when it comes to wireless headphones, but out of everything that's out there, the Bose QC35 II have stood out as some of the best and most iconic. They aren't the newest headphones you can buy these days, but they still remain as one of our top recommendations.That's why this Black Friday deal is so hard to ignore. The QC35 II haven't gone down much in price even with their age, but right now, you can pick them up for just $199. That's a hefty 33% discount off the regular $299 MSRP, and at that price, it'd be a shame to miss out on them.Block out everythingBose QC35 II | 33% off at AmazonThere are a ton of noise-canceling headphones to choose from, but few are as good as the Bose QC35 II. You're getting great sound quality, top-notch noise cancellation, and a super comfortable design. If you've been shopping for a new pair of headphones but haven't been able to figure out what to get, look no further than these.$199 at ...

Your Galaxy Note 9 is a great, big phone with a great big screen — and if you break that screen, it'll be hundreds of dollars to replace it. Do your wallet, your sanity, and your Note 9 a favor and protect it with a Note 9 screen protector! Tempered glass screen protectors offer superior drop protection and feel just like your phone's native glass, but they can be expensive and can decrease the touch sensitivity of your screen. Film protectors offer great scratch protection in a thinner, cheaper package, but they don't offer as much protection against drops.The gold standardWhitestone Dome Glass (2-Pack)Staff pickAfter spending all that money on a phone, it's natural not to want to spend a lot on accessories, but Whitestone Dome Glass is among the best fitting and longest-lasting glass screen protectors we've seen for the Note 9. Its UV-curing system holds longer and better than regular adhesives when properly applied.$60 at AmazonInstall with careSkinomi Tech Glass...

This November will be full of Black Friday deals as stores combat overcrowding by offering more deals throughout the month and more online offers than ever before. There are already some stellar opportunities to save on everything from tech and video games to mattresses, home appliances, and more. 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 its regular price of $279. That saves you $80 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 the eero 6 Pro's regular price of $599.The eero ...

Finding decent Android tablet deals isn't going to be tough this holiday season. Beginning in mid-October, we'll be seeing Black Friday tablet deals popping up earlier than ever. Of course, there are always opportunities to save on tablets even when it's not one of the biggest shopping events of the year. We're gathering all the best Android tablet deals as well as the best Black Friday deals once they're announced and listing them all right here to make saving on your next tablet simple.Best Android tablet dealsSamsung Galaxy Tab S7: as low as $102.49Dragon Touch K10 Tablet: $98.99 at AmazonSamsung Galaxy Tab A: from $199.99 at Best BuyWith all the various Android tablets to choose from, you might be wondering which tablet is actually worth buying. We've created a few guides that can help you figure out which are the best of the best, from the best Android tablets to best Samsung tablets, and best Android tablets for students, though there are plenty more to consider as ...

Never worry about losing your keys again after you grab one of our picks for the best Bluetooth trackers! Simply pair one of these Bluetooth trackers with your phone, and attach it to your keys or valuables. When you lose an item, you're only an app away from quickly finding it again. Tile continues to dominate this market and recently refreshed its lineup. Our favorite Bluetooth tracker is still the Tile Pro. The new edition offers an unbeatable range, the loudest alert, and a one-year replaceable battery.Best Overall Bluetooth Tracker: Tile ProOne of the most critical factors to consider when choosing a Bluetooth tracker is the range. This determines the distance at which the tracker can be found through your smartphone app. Most people shopping for a tracker are going to look for the largest range possible. While many options on the market clock in around 100-200 feet, the new Tile Pro beats those numbers by a long shot. It's also smooth and sleek now as opposed to the textu...

Rebecca, Jen, and Carli discuss THICCC BEEFINESS: aka PlayStation 5. Cyberpunk 2077 has been delayed into December, while Far Cry 6 and Rainbow Six Quarantine have been postponed past April 2021.Carli reviews Watch Dogs: Legion from Ubisoft, and the gang pick out the best horror games for Switch and Xbox One in 2020.Hosted by: Jennifer Locke, Carli Velocci, and Rebecca SpearGot feedback? Hit up Podcast@androidcentral.com and tell us something!LISTEN NOW:LINKS:PS5 demand far outweighs that of PS4, pre-sells as many units in 12 hours as the PS4 did in 12 weeks | Android CentralUbisoft details Q2 results, Far Cry 6 and Rainbow Six Quarantine delayed past April 2021 | Windows CentralWatch Dogs: Legion review — A step in the right direction for Ubisoft | Windows CentralBest Horror Games for Nintendo Switch in 2020 | iMoreBest Xbox One Horror Games for November 2020 | Windows Central...

Google once touted fast Keep access from the lockscreen.What you need to knowGoogle is removing the Chrome Keep app from Chromebooks next year.This is a result of the general death of Chrome apps as Google moves the platform to PWAs and Android apps.Google Keep remains accessible from the web or the Android app, however. Google is killing off the Keep Chrome app next month, the company shared on a support page this week (via 9to5Google). The app was one of the most useful apps built for the Chrome platform, and even offered some integration that other apps don't have such as a quick launch from the lock screen.The support page notes: Existing users who have Chrome version 86 or newer will be able to migrate to keep.google.com by following instructions in the Chrome App. The Keep Chrome app on your desktop will be replaced by a shortcut launcher, which will allow you to launch keep.google.com by simply clicking on the icon on your desktop.Google has announced the en...

If you want to secure a job in finance, marketing, or sales today, being able to work with data is essential. In particular, recruiters are looking for people with Microsoft Excel skills. Featuring eight courses, The Complete Excel Excellence Bundle can help you learn the software inside out. Right now, you can pick up the training for just $39.99.If you work in an office environment, you have probably navigated a spreadsheet before. But what do you know about formulas, functions, and automation?This bundle reveals all, with 47 hours of training from expert instructors. Through hands-on video lessons, you discover how to create your first workbook, format large data sets, and run advanced analysis.The training also looks at VBA, the programming language that allows data experts to create custom workflows. This starts at beginner level, but you should come away with expert knowledge and a certificate of completion for each course.It's worth $648 in total, but you can get the bu...

The chances are if you're in need of a webcam, you've hit up your usual stores and have come up empty due to overwhelming current demand, but there are still some great webcams available on Amazon. Slowly but surely, webcams are coming back in stock, so we have rounded up the best webcams that you can get right now from Amazon.Flexible and solidAUKEY FHD WebcamStaff PickAUKEY'S FHD Webcam will get the job done admirably for those who need a new webcam for video conferencing or some live streams. This 1080p camera records at 30 FPS, and with the "Fixed Focus" feature, you'll be in focus even if you are a few feet away from where the camera is mounted. Speaking of, the camera clips onto the top of your monitor or laptop screen, but there's also a mount for those who have a mini-tripod.$50 at Amazon$70 at Walmart$80 at NeweggBuilt-in ring lightVitade 960ATrying to get the right lighting can be tough because you don't want to look washed out, nor do you want t...

It's time to bundle up and save some cash.What you need to knowThe Surface Duo is available as part of a new bundle that shaves $200 off of its price.The bundle brings the Duo down to $1,200, but you still have to shell out for a Slim Pen and Surface Earbuds.The total price comes to $1,469 and the bundle is available at the Microsoft Store.We've seen a couple of stellar Surface Duo deals land ahead of the Black Friday rush, but a new bundle at Microsoft packs everything you'll need into one. Plus, it'll save you some serious cash. Altogether, the deal brings together a Surface Duo, Surface Slim Pen, and Surface Earbuds for $200 off.The sale comes off the cost of the Duo itself. That brings the starting price of the 128GB model down to $1,200. If you go up to the 256GB storage model, it's priced at $1,300. You'll still have to pay for the Surface Slim Pen and Surface Earbuds, but you'll get them at a discount as well.The Surface Slim Pen drops from $145 to $105, while th...

Grab the stuff you want at a cheaper price.What you need to knowSquare Enix and Crystal Dynamics have reduced the price of several microtransactions in Marvel's Avengers.Takedowns and Emotes are now 50% off.Several new characters are coming to the game at some point in the future.Marvel's Avengers has been out for a couple of months and if you're looking at grabbing some of the different microtransactions, you're in luck. Square Enix and Crystal Dynamics have permanently reduced the price of some of the microtransactions following a Halloween sale.As spotted by IGN, when players boot up the game, they'll receive a new message from the developers which states that "Based on your feedback, we are keeping the 50% discounts on Takedowns and Emotes from last week's sale and making them the new regular price of these items."In our review, we found that Marvel's Avengers offered a solid campaign with a lack of compelling endgame content. Several new characters are being added ...

More powerJabra Elite 85t$230 at Amazon $230 at Best BuyProsHybrid ANC Great sound qualityBetter call quality than Elite 65tComfortable fitResponsive controlsWireless charging caseConsNo big difference in sizeMore proprietary ear tipsTaller and heavier caseJabra doesn't disappoint every time it launches a new pair of true wireless earbuds, and the Elite 85t earn their place among the best available. By adding new features and improving on some existing ones, they become a compelling way to plug your ears when you want to get what you pay for.Old schoolJabra Elite 65t$80 at Amazon $80 at Best Buy From $80 at WalmartProsGreat sound qualityAmbient modeGood battery lifeDecent sized charging caseComfortable fitGreat priceConsNo noise cancelationMicro-USB for chargingNo wireless charging caseAudio and video can often be out of syncBy now, the Elite 65t are showing their age relative to their successors, but that only makes them...

If you're thinking about buying the new Fitbit Inspire 2, you should also think about what type of band will best meet your needs. There are tons of great options out there, after all! Make sure you select a band that not only matches your style but will also provide you with maximum comfort. We've found some of the best Fitbit Inspire 2 bands for you to choose from.Soft as can beWepro Silicone Fitbit Inspire 2 BandStaff PickThe Fitbit Inspire 2 bands from Wepro are made of flexible elastomer silicone that's lightweight, sweat resistant, and very easy to clean. What's more, you get three bands in a pack and you get to pick the colors that match your style. Whether you want to have a couple of extras or you want to share with family and friends, there are enough bands to go around.From $8 at AmazonBreathe easyMaledan Fabric Inspire 2 BandPerhaps you'd prefer a fabric Inspire 2 band. This option from Maledan is soft and breathable, so it'll allow your skin to ...

Samsung's latest Galaxy Watch 3 is easily one of my favorite smartwatches in recent memory. The hardware is gorgeous, with a perfectly circular display and a rotating bezel that gives out a satisfying click with every turn, and the software experience is terrific, despite not running Google's Wear OS platform.Actually, it's great because it doesn't run Wear OS; instead, the Galaxy Watch 3 operates on Samsung's Tizen platform, which I find feels far better laid out on a circular display, and offers a far more robust set of health- and fitness-tracking features.Black Friday's still a few weeks away, but we're already starting to see the deals come in — both the 45mm and 41mm sizes of the Galaxy Watch 3 have already been discounted, on sale for $60 off and $30 off, respectively.For larger wristsGalaxy Watch 3 45mm | 14% off at AmazonThe larger Galaxy Watch 3 comes with a texturized rotating bezel, along with a physically larger display and a bigger 340mAh battery that l...

Next-generation horror is coming with incredible detail.What you need to knowResident Evil Village is the eighth mainline game in the Resident Evil franchise.According to PlayStation, it runs at dynamic 4K with ray-tracing on PS5.Resident Evil Village is scheduled to be released sometime in 2021.Resident Evil Village is one of the most-anticipated horror games of next year and while there's still a lot we don't know, some newly spotted details on the official PlayStation website provide interesting insight. According to PlayStation, Resident Evil Village runs at dynamic 4K on PS5 with ray-tracing.Resident Evil Village is a first-person game that sees protagonist Ethan Winters in a snowy village with witches and werewolf-like creatures, so the use of ray-tracing to elevate the horrific detail is promising.A framerate isn't explicitly mentioned but given the increase in CPU power that the PS5 has, combined with how previous RE Engine titles have run at 60 FPS, indicates R...

Evolve to match every single challenge this fantastical world throws your way.Biomutant takes open world action and throws in tons of unique mechanics. While things have been quiet lately, it's very much still in development and is still one of the most ambitious upcoming games from THQ Nordic. Here's everything we know about Biomutant so far.Jump to:What is Biomutant?Check out the gameplay and featuresWill it have multiplayer?Is it an open world game?Has it been canceled?Check out the collector's editionsWhen is the release date?Genre-bustingBiomutant$60 at Amazon$60 at Best Buy$60 at WalmartAdapt, improvise and overcomeBiomutant is an action-RPG that gives players the ability to mutant and evolve with biomechanical upgrades, taking on every challenge as they attempt to save the Tree of Life from being corrupted.What is Biomutant?Biomutant is a third-person action-RPG that has players take on the role of a cat-like creature that knows mart...

The strap snapping issues might be more widespread than initially thought.What you need to knowOculus Quest 2 Elite Strap shipments have been temporarily paused due to reports of quality issues.Anyone currently in possession of a broken Elite Strap has been asked to contact Oculus Support for a resolution to the problem.Stress tests on social media seem to point to a bad batch of straps rather than a widespread design flaw.Facebook is temporarily ceasing shipments of Oculus Quest 2 Elite Straps amidst reports of quality issues. This, according to UploadVR, who received an email from Facebook regarding the Elite Strap with Battery, which has been on backorder on the official Oculus store for some time. Folks who have ordered the Elite Strap from Oculus should have received the same email noting that they can cancel their order if they so choose, or keep it and wait for Facebook to resume shipment.We began seeing reports of problems with Elite Straps on social media as ea...

If you want to bring the cinema experience to your living room, a projector like VAVA's latest 4K UHD Laser TV Projector is a must. Where most projectors require a bit of space between where it's sitting and where it's projecting the image, this projector was built to stay much closer to your wall and even has a built-in Harman Kardon sound bar to help you save on space.While on the pricey side with a list price of $2,800, you can currently save $850 today only at Amazon thanks to an early Black Friday sale. The sale drops its price down to $1,949.99 which is the lowest it has ever gone. This is a one-day deal that beats the Prime Day offer we saw just a few weeks ago, and you don't even have to be a Prime member to get in on the savings this time. Instead, it forms part of Amazon's early Black Friday 'Holiday Dash' sale. Be sure to shop soon if you're interested!Whether you have a ton of space or just a little, this ultra short throw projector is an incredible option to consider...

The hugely popular Elgato Stream Deck Mini 6-key content creation controller has dropped in price to $79.99 on Amazon. These stream decks have not been going on sale recently. The last time we saw it drop this low was way back in February. Usually you'd find this device selling for around $100 or more, and it's still going for that price at some places like GameStop.The Stream Deck Mini features six customizable LCD keys. You decide what each of these keys does, and you can set them up to perform common routines, open programs you use regularly, or even control media. If you make YouTube videos or stream on Twitch and need an easy way to access some specific controls, you'll get a ton of use out of this. Set up scene transitions, open up Discord or other social media applications, and play/pause/rewind when you need to.Since you can nest folders within folders within folders, you can literally store as many actions as you want for any given key. You can also do direct integration...

Playing betterJabra Elite 85t$230 at Amazon $230 at Best BuyProsSolid ANC performanceGreat sound qualityImproved call qualityComfortable fitResponsive controlsWireless charging caseConsLarger frameProprietary ear tipsLarger and heavier caseWith the Elite 85t, Jabra has finally put together a pair of true wireless earbuds that feel like they may be a total package. Features that were previously missing are now staples in these earbuds, and with solid performance throughout, they make a strong claim to be among the best true wireless earbuds.Trying harderAirPods Pro$200 at Amazon$235 at Best BuyProsLonger battery life with charging caseSolid sound qualityGreat ANC performanceSpatial virtual surround sound optionExcellent phone call qualityConsProprietary ear tipsLow battery life with ANC onCan't customize on non-Apple devicesLightning for wired chargingApple has a harder go of it, particularly with battery life, on the AirP...

Take your pick of the many available vehicles in this high-tech city.In Cyberpunk 2077, while players will be walking and running through the corners and nightclubs of Night City, there's also tons of different vehicles that players can use to get around. Not all rides are made equal however and there's some different types that all have advantages and disadvantages. Here's a list of known vehicles and vehicle types in Cyberpunk 2077.Cyberpunk 2077 List of vehicle typesCyberpunk 2077 vehicles EconomyWith manufacturers like Archer, Makigai and Thorton, Economy vehicles aren't built to be impressive. They're cheap clunkers that'll get you from point A to point B without burning a hole in your digital wallet.Cyberpunk 2077 vehicles ExecutiveDesigned by Chevillon and Villefort, Executive cars are luxury rides with comfortable interiors and a sleek finish. Hope you've got plenty of cash!Cyberpunk 2077 vehicles Heavy DutyBuilt by Kaukaz and Militech, Heavy Duty vehicl...

Three paths, one V.In Cyberpunk 2077, players will experience a long story across sprawling Night City and the Badlands surrounding it. While the main story will be very close for everyone, your journey will start out quite differently depending on the Lifepath you choose. After finishing the unique opening, you'll find from time to time that you've got unique insight or dialogue options depending on your chosen Lifepath.As an example, a Corpo will understand what a particular business executive is really after, while a Street Kid and Nomad would not. It's somewhat similar in concept to the "origins" in Dragon Age: Origins. Here's a list of the Lifepaths in Cyberpunk 2077. Over time, we'll add more details as we learn more about how each Lifepath affects the story.Cyberpunk 2077 Lifepaths Street KidIf you choose the Street Kid Lifepath, you grew up on the streets of Night City. You know the full list of gangs in Cyberpunk 2077 and factions such as Maelstrom, with insight in...

Get details on Night City's most wanted.Much of Cyberpunk 2077 is spent dealing with different gangs, the factions that make up Night City's underbelly. According to CD Projekt Red, you can't exactly join a particular gang; however, you'll often act as an in-between, taking on jobs and dealing with the gangs as friends or as foes, depending on your choices and chosen Lifepath.Many of the gangs also have different rivalries with each other, meaning you'll be choosing who to help at different points. Here's a list of all the gangs in Cyberpunk 2077.Cyberpunk 2077 gangs 6th StreetInitially founded by American veterans, 6th Street was meant to be a militia that protected neighborhoods from gangs. Over time, the group expanded into gun-running and smuggling, becoming more and more like an actual gang. They attract new members from retired security forces and military. Many are patriots for the New United States (NUSA) and can easily be noticed with their NUSA-themed attire.Cyb...

Here's what Google has in store for its sixth Pixel.It's become a tradition that every year brings us a new Pixel, and for 2021, we're expecting Google to deliver the Pixel 6. It seems like yesterday Google was unveiling the series for the first time, but somehow, we're already looking ahead to the sixth generation of the phone.We still have a long way to go before we can get our hands on the Pixel 6, but that doesn't mean we can't start speculating and making informed guesses as to what it'll offer. From price, specs, availability, and more, here's everything we know so far about the Google Pixel 6.Current flagshipGoogle Pixel 5$700 at Amazon$700 at Best Buy$699 at B&HThe best Pixel you can buy right nowWe expect the Pixel 6 to be a darn good phone, but if you need something right now, the Pixel 5 has a ton to offer. Whether you're searching for amazing cameras, a quality display, snappy performance, or reliable battery life, you get all of that with the Pixe...

Retailers are already leaking and posting Black Friday deals. We've seen some deals go live already. Others will only be live in the days leading up to that oh-so-special Friday, and they'll only last for a limited time. The point is, though, if you're looking to save some money now is the time to do it. And who wants to save money more than someone looking for a great Chromebook? That's the whole point in the first place, right? All the functionality and portability of a laptop at a fraction of the price. Now you can get all of it and more for even less thanks to some awesome Black Friday deals.The big retailers like Walmart, Dell, and Best Buy have already leaked Best Buy ads. We know what's coming from a lot of them. However, it is worth pointing out that ads are not the end-all be-all for Black Friday deals. Even if the one you're looking for isn't on this list, the fact that there are several deals gives you something to look forward to. You might just find a new deal the deeper...

Prime Day is over and done, and we are not hesitating to roll right into Black Friday mode. Frankly, neither are the retailers. Best Buy already had a pre-Black Friday event in the middle of Prime Day. Dell declared Black Friday the day after. We're not even in November yet! It's a weird year.There are very few certainties in this universe. Death, taxes, and TV deals on Black Friday. Even in a weird year with retailers pushing out deals all month long and getting started weeks earlier than normal, you can count on seeing excellent TV deals. It's going to be 4K and Smart TVs and HDR support and all that good stuff all the way down. We'll have all the best Black Friday TV deals in this post, and we'll continue to add more as more retailers make their deals known.Samsung Q60T 75-inch QLED 4K HDR smart TVThis is a powerful TV with 4K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It has voice assistance built in so it's compatible with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung's Bixby. T...

Oh, hey, didn't see you there. I was just thinking about this thing called Black Friday, ever heard of it? It's pretty neat. Once a year, retailers just sort of go nuts with awesome deals on a bunch of stuff. You can find all kinds of things from electronics to clothing down to crazy low prices. Plus, since this year is so weird thanks to the pandemic, almost all of it is going to be online.The deals are going to be nuts, and you should definitely check out all the ways you can save. Of course, the only thing that really matters to me is coffee. You know, that special drink that wakes you up in the morning. The one that smells like heaven and tastes like a dream. Maybe you drink it black or you add a little sugar in there. The real trick is, how can you get it faster? Sometimes the wait is worth it, but sometimes you wake up and you just need it if you want to get your day started.Keurig K-Classic K50 single-serve coffee maker | $60 offCurrently going for $120 at Best Buy, ev...

The phone is rumored to have a penta-lens camera module on the back, just like the Nokia 9 PureView.What you need to knowA new rumor claims Nokia's next flagship phone will be called the Nokia 10 PureView.The phone is tipped to come with a sapphire glass display and Qualcomm's next-gen Snapdragon 875 chipset.It could launch sometime in the second half of 2021.For over a year now, we have been hearing about HMD Global working on a successor to the Nokia 9 Pureview. Last month, a report claimed that the Nokia 9.3 PureView would be announced at a dedicated event in November. A new rumor claims the Nokia 9.3 PureView has been delayed yet again and will now debut as the Nokia 10 PureView.According to a new report from NokiaPowerUser, HMD Global is working on a flagship Nokia smartphone with a sapphire glass display. The phone is said to be in early stages of development and may not be announced until the second half of 2021. Like the Nokia 8 Sirocco, the upcoming phone is tip...

Chatting with the AC forums.November is upon us, and as it happens with every new month, it's time for another monthly security patch. Google began rolling out the November 2020 patch yesterday, November 2, with the usual assortment of bug and vulnerability fixes.Security patches aren't the most exciting thing to talk about, yet they're critical in ensuring our devices' safety as time goes on. You may not see any user-facing changes, but things are constantly improving behind-the-scenes to make your phone as good as can be.Taking a look through the AC forums, a lot of our members are already rocking this latest update. Torisen1 11-02-2020 02:07 PM “ Updated Reply ezdoit 11-02-2020 03:02 PM “ Getting it now - 21.42 MB Reply dmxjago ...

The Garmin Vivofit Jr. 3 is a nice little device, but with a few tweaks, it could be even better.I have had the chance to review a few kid's smartwatches that I didn't feel my youngest was quite ready to assist with yet, but thankfully he is now prepared to help me with the Vivofit Jr. 3 review. Together we discovered that this small, kid-focused fitness tracker does more than just track steps.It can help your child learn responsibility, and not just by keeping track of the tracker, but by letting you assign chores and tasks to them. There is, of course, step and activity tracking, and also sleep monitoring. With the Marvel Black Panther model we tested, there are Avenger themed missions within the phone's companion app. As your child meets specific task requirements set from the adventure, they advance in the missions.My youngest is 5-years-old and very active, so he loved the rewards and seeing new records set each day. He also really loves helping around the house, so feelin...

The app debuted with the Galaxy S5 but has been made redundant by Google Translate.What you need to knowSamsung is killing off its S Translator app.It'll be disabled on the 1st of December, 2020.Bixby Vision and Google Translate can still be used to replace this app on affected Samsung phones. Samsung is killing off S Translator, an app that debuted with the Galaxy S5 so many years ago. As the name implies, it's a translator app in the same vein as Google Translate that ships out of the box on some Galaxy phones.In an emailed message sent to South Korean users (via Tizen Help), the company confirmed the end of the service next month, noting: In the meantime, we would like to thank those who have used the S Translator service. We inform you that the above service, which has given us a lot of interest and love, can no longer be provided due to the company's operating policy. Upon termination of this service, your personal information collected for the purpose of providi...

The first phone to feature Samsung's 5nm Exynos 1080 chipset is rumored to be the Vivo X60.What you need to knowSamsung could begin supplying its Exynos chips to Xiaomi and OPPO in 2021.The company will unveil its first 5nm Exynos chipset on November 12.In Q2 2020, Samsung held just 13% of the global AP market. Yesterday, Samsung confirmed that it will be announcing its first 5nm chipset on November 12. If rumors are to be believed, the first device to feature the new Exynos 1080 chipset will be a Vivo phone. Now, a report out of South Korea claims Samsung is planning to start supplying Exynos chipsets to more Chinese smartphone makers next year.As per the Business Korea report, Samsung's System LSI business division is in talks to supply chips to Xiaomi and OPPO for some budget phones in the first half of 2021. Currently, the only Chinese smartphone maker that sources mobile chipsets from Samsung is Vivo. The Exynos 980, which is Samsung's first Exynos chip with an integ...