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Using one of the best robot vacuums to help you keep your house clean may be one of the smartest decisions that you can make right now. Over the past few years, robot vacuums have become much smarter, they last longer, and clean better. Options like the iRobot Roomba 960, which happens to top the list of our best robot vacuums, lets you control it with just your voice, you can set schedules, and the sensors help prevent it from just bumping into everythingBest Robot Vacuums in 2020 at a glanceiRobot Rooma 960: Best robot vacuum overall ($500)iLife V3s Pro: Perfect choice for those on a budget ($160)Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI: Best object detection and learning ($800)Roborock S6: Best battery life in a robot vacuum($530)Neato D4: Top pick for cleaning corners ($330)What are the best robot vacuums you can buy today?There are a LOT of great robot vacuum models that are available right now, and picking the right one can be a difficult task. We've done the research, though, a...

Best bang for your buckSamsung Galaxy Tab Active2$408 at AmazonProsSlightly lighter in weightAvailable nowSuper rugged designConsNot high-res screen No-touch sensitivity with glovesNot a lot of storage spaceWhile it's the previous generation version, launched in 2018, the Active2 still serves as the basis for the Active3. And it has many the same features like LTE support, Pogo pin for power, S Pen, and user-replaceable battery, and it's just as durable and secure. But it does have its limitations, including limited storage and glove operation requiring physical keys. But it's still a decent option that will suffice for many field workers.Lots of new featuresSamsung Galaxy Tab Active3$TBAProsEnhanced shock absorption for greater durabilityScreen is touch-sensitive while wearing glovesTons of storage, 1TB microSD card compatibleConsNot yet available in North America Slightly heavierIt's not officially available yet, but the Active...

The annual BET Awards show happened this year in June, but now, the more narrowly focused BET Hip Hop Awards show is happening live tonight. There will be performances from artists like Gucci Mane, 2 Chainz, Big Sean, and Jhené Aiko, with plenty of surprises sure to take place.The awards categories themselves will revolve around best hip hop video, best hip hop live performer, best hip hop album of the year, best hip hop music video director of the year, and best hip hop platform, among others.Best hip hop album of the year includes MEGAN THEE STALLION, Future, and Dababy as some of the nominees. Megan and Dababy are also up for several other awards, including best live performer which also features Drake.The Impact Track category includes a song from Anderson .Paak called "Lockdown" which perfectly encapsulated both COVID-19's impact on society as well as the tension beginning to flow onto the streets in the wake of George Floyd's murder. It's a powerful song with an incredib...

Holy pre-orders, Batman! That's a lot of PS5s.What you need to knowSony CEO Jim Ryan has stated that demand for the PS5 is "very, very considerable."The PS5 has pre-sold in 12 hours what the PS4 sold in 12 weeks in the United States.You can buy a PS5 now ahead of its release on November 12, 2020 for $499 or $399 depending on which model you purchase.It's going to be very difficult finding a PS5 this holiday season. According to Sony CEO Jim Ryan (via Reuters), the PS5 pre-sold as many units in 12 hours as the PS4 did in 12 weeks in the United States. Now that's impressive. Ryan also indicated that this "very considerable" demand will affect PS5 stock at major retailers."It may well be that not everybody who wants to buy a PS5 on launch day will be able to find one," said Ryan. He assured that the company is "working as hard as we ever can" to increase supply for holiday shoppers.Aside from the PS5, Ryan also spoke about PlayStation's first-party studios, stating that th...

If you want to protect your privacy and shield your sensitive information, you ought to invest in a VPN. Fortunately, it's not super expensive to get set up with a reliable VPN, especially with deals like this one on CyberGhost. It's currently offering a savings of 83% on its VPN service when you sign up for its 3-year subscription and you also get three extra months thrown in for free.You'd regularly pay $12.99 for its service month-to-month and its annual plan usually lowers that to $5.99. However, with this deal, you're effectively paying just $2.25 per month over the course of the 39 months. It's billed as an up-front payment of $88 and is one of the most affordable ways to protect yourself with a VPN for the long term. This Halloween deal expires soon, though.You've probably heard of VPNs before, but you might not yet have installed one. If you do any amount of shopping online or if you tend to find yourself hooked up to a public Wi-Fi network like when you're working at you...

The branding changes and expands.What you need to knowUplay+ is a subscription service allowing players day one access to new Ubisoft games.Uplay+ has been renamed Ubisoft+.Ubisoft+ is coming to Amazon Luna and Google Stadia.Uplay+ is currently a PC-only subscription service that gives players access to new Ubisoft games on day one for $14.99 a month. Today, Ubisoft announced that Uplay+ is being renamed Ubisoft+, though the content and offerings in the service won't be changing.PC players can still access the same games and Ubisoft+ is also coming to Amazon Luna and Google Stadia. It'll arrive on Luna in beta form on November 10, while the Stadia launch will happen sometime later. No additional cost is needed to access Ubisoft+ games on Luna during the beta period, while you also won't need Stadia Pro to access the games on Stadia.This isn't the only Ubisoft service that's changed names. Ubisoft recently revealed that Uplay and Ubisoft Club were being replaced with Ubi...

Farther reach, faster speeds, and more ports, too!What you need to knowLinksys Velop AX4200 is a next-generation Wi-Fi 6 mesh system that covers up to 8,100sqft of space.Each Velop tower provides four LAN ports and full-speed Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.One tower is $250, while a 3-pack is $500.The Linksys Velop family is getting another Wi-Fi 6 upgrade with the release of Linksys Velop AX4200. Delivering 802.11ax speeds up to 4200mbps via its tri-band dynamic backhaul, Linksys Velop AX4200 will give you consistently amazing speeds throughout your entire home and likely your yard too, thanks to a maximum coverage of up to 8,100sqft. Velop AX4200 is a more affordable version of the current best Wi-Fi 6 mesh router available, the Linksys Velop MX10.At $100 less for a 3-pack, the $500 Linksys Velop AX4200 system utilizes all three wireless Wi-Fi 6 bands on each tower. You can also pick up a single tower for $250, which is rated to cover up to 2,700sqft by itself. Just like other mo...

Other plans go up to $60/month for more channels and features.What you need to knowT-Mobile has unveiled its new live television streaming service, called "TVision."TVision Live TV costs $40/month for 30+ channels, including sports and local networks.Also announced is the TVision Hub — an Android TV streaming device that'll set you back $50.The streaming market is one that's always changing, with 2020 alone seeing a lot of activity in the space. Peacock and HBO Max launched, YouTube TV increased its price (again), and Quibi peaced out after just six months. Now, T-Mobile is inserting itself in the streaming wars with the launch of TVision.While TVision is the overarching name for what T-Mobile's offering, it consists of a few different parts. The first of which is TVision Live TV, which is the core plan that's meant to compete with the likes of YouTube TV and Hulu with Live TV. It costs $40/month and gives you over 30 channels — including the likes of ESPN, Cartoon Ne...

It will also host Samsung products.What you need to knowA new one-of-a-kind retail store is coming to South Korea.It will feature products from Apple, Samsung, and Microsoft. It won't have any staff, but will be run 24 hours a day, and customers will be helped by AI. A new retail store in South Korea named 'T Factory' will host products from Samsung, Apple, and Microsoft with no staff and artificial intelligence.As reported by The Korea Herald: SK Telecom Co., South Korea's largest wireless provider, said Tuesday it will open a new flagship store by partnering with Apple Inc. and Microsoft Corp. The new store, named T Factory, in the trendy neighborhood of Hongik University in western Seoul, will open on Oct. 31, according to the carrier. SK Telecom said it partnered with the US tech giants and Samsung Electronics Co. to showcase their latest products and services, including the carrier's cloud gaming service, launched in September with Microsoft. It added t...

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...

Google's vision for the future of gaming is here.The world of gaming is changing, thanks in part to new new cloud gaming platforms like Google Stadia. Rather than coming to market with another console or PC competitor, Stadia's a new service that allows you to play games across a growing number of devices using Google's powerful cloud-streaming technology.Ready to learn more? Let's dive in.Everything you needStadia: Premiere Edition$100 at Google StoreA good way to startThis bundle includes everything you need to get started with Stadia. It includes the controller, a Stadia Controller Power Adapter, Google Chromecast Ultra, and a Google Chromecast Ultra Power Adapter with an Ethernet port.Jump to:Stadia impressionsWhat is Stadia?What games are available on Stadia?The Stadia ControllerHere's the list of supported devicesHow's it work with YouTube?You'll need a good internet connectionLet's breakdown the two plansWhen and where Stadia is availableYou...

As we enter fall, Black Friday becomes the focus for holiday shoppers. Though we're still a little way out from the traditional Black Friday weekend, and we just wrapped up Amazon Prime Day, this year's unusual annual shopping calendar has prompted a whole host of great fall deals to kick off sooner than usual so there's a ton of stuff to shop already.Black Friday is usually the last chance to score a great deal on tech, kitchen appliances, toys, and more, ahead of the holidays, though some unexpected circumstances this year are likely to affect exactly how the event plays out at various retailers.Let's dive into everything we know about Black Friday 2020 including some official sale announcements!When is Black Friday 2020?With how crazy everything has been in 2020 you may be wondering when Black Friday is taking place this year, especially after Amazon already delayed Prime Day by several months. Black Friday itself is always the Friday after Thanksgiving, making it November...

Sony is gearing up to release the PS5, its most ambitious console to date.While development on the PS5 has likely been going on for years, Sony has officially confirmed that it's in the works and is on its way this year. The PS5 is set to release on November 12 at $499. The PS5 Digital Edition will cost $399 and hit store shelves on the same day.Coming soonPS5$499 at Amazon$499 at Target$499 at GameStopGet your hands on it before it sells outPS5 is the place to be for exclusives like Spider-Man and Horizon Forbidden West. Get yours before they sell out. The standard PS5 boasts a disc drive so that you can play 4K Blue-ray DVDs and use your physical PS4 games through backward combability. This comes at a higher price tag than the Digital Edition.All-digitalPS5 Digital Edition$399 at Amazon$399 at Target$399 at GameStopGet your hands on it before it sells outCheaper than the standard PS5 but lacking a disc drive, the PS5 Digital Edition can still del...

When it comes to specs, the Pro1-X is nearly identical to the Pro 1 launched last year.What you need to knowF(x)tec has partnered with XDA for its latest smartphone.The F(x)tec Pro1-X is the first consumer phone to run LineageOS and Ubuntu Touch OS out of the box.It features a 5.99-inch AMOLED display, 64-key physical keyboard, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 835 chipset, and a 3,200mAh battery.F(x)tec, which launched its first smartphone last year, is now back with a special version of the Pro1, developed in partnership with XDA. The "new" Pro 1-X is the first consumer smartphone to run Lineage OS or Ubuntu Touch OS out of the box.The F(x)tec Pro1-X has a 5.99-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with curved edges. It is powered by a four-year old Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, paired with up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.1 storage. It has a dual-camera setup at the rear, featuring a 12MP Sony IMX363 primary sensor and a 5MP secondary sensor. Around the front is an 8MP fixed-focus se...

The Google Pixel 4a is one of the most compelling phones of 2020, offering excellent performance and cameras for less than half the price of a flagship. While it might not cost thousands of dollars, that doesn't mean that it's any less worthy of protection. Whether you need to spice up the Just Black of the Pixel 4a or need to keep it safe from the chaos outside your door, these are the best Pixel 4a cases you can buy right now.Pretty protectionCaseology ParallaxStaff pickThis hybrid case comes in three dazzling color combinations — a deep navy blue, a lighter purple, and a darling coral/gold two-tone — and offers drop protection and grip in a compact profile.From $15 at Amazon$15 at WalmartGuard the front and backPoetic RevolutionThis heavy-duty case comes with a screen protector built into the front frame, offering 360 degrees of protection for your new Pixel 4a. I also like the robust kickstand on the back that can be used in portrait or landscape.From $...

Samsung starts the Samsung Galaxy S20 off with 128GB of memory. Still, if you like to download movies for trips like me or are just an absolute shutterbug that needs to capture literally every moment of your or your kid's life, you'll probably want to invest in a microSD card. It's the perfect thing to expand and offload your media so that the internal memory can be used for apps and those super-duper slow-mos. Here are the best microSD cards for the Galaxy S20 series.Best for appsLexar Professional 667x 256GBStaff pick$43 at Amazon $43 at B&H Don't let that slightly slower number in the card's name fool you, the 667x card is still a V30 card, but it's got the upgraded A2 rating for storing and running apps directly on the card.4K-readyPNY Elite-X 128GB$23 at Amazon$27 at NeweggPNY's card is rated V30, which is a fancy way of saying it supports up to 30MB/s write speeds for recording video — and it has an A1 certification for storing Android apps and...

Don't know where to start? We're here to help.A new console generation is here, which means a lot of people will be buying a PS5 over the holidays. If you're unfamiliar with PlayStation or Xbox, this can be an intimidating process. And even if you know your way around a gaming console, there are still a few things you may want to know beforehand. We'll walk you through everything you'll need to know about buying a PS5, setting it up, and more.Because the PS5 doesn't release until November 12, we won't have full step-by-step instructions on setting it up yet. We'll update this with more information as soon as we can.Jump to:Where to buy a PS5Setting up a PS5Transferring data to PS5Why you should get PlayStation PlusUpgrading your storageWhat to do when the PlayStation Network is downWhere to buy a PS5The PS5 will release on November 12, 2020, alongside the PS5 Digital Edition, priced at $499 and $399, respectively. Though you can buy a PS5 right now ahead of its...

Chatting with the AC forums.The Galaxy S20 FE is one of the best smartphone values on the market right now, offering features like a 120Hz AMOLED display, Snapdragon 865, and great cameras for just $700. Compared to the other $1000+ flagships out there, it's quite the value proposition.As exciting as all of that is, the FE's launch wasn't perfect. Some users started complaining about touchscreen issues on the phone, with it not properly registering touches as it should. Samsung quickly issued a software update to address the bug, but that hasn't reassured all potential customers quite yet.A few of our AC forum members recently shared their experience with the Galaxy S20 FE's touchscreen performance, saying: loganweaponx007 10-21-2020 06:33 PM “ I haven't experienced anything like that since I've had it since launch. Not saying there can't be an issue with some of the devices though. Rep...

Save money and eventually time with Amazon's Gold Box deal today. This sale takes up to 47% off Coredy robot vacuum cleaners, which means you're getting the best possible price on a huge selection of robot vacuums. The great thing about a sale like this is you're likely to find one in your price range since some of the robot vacuums go for less than $100. And if you want more features, you can up your budget to the $320 version. Either way, you are saving money because none of these options are going for their regular prices.The least expensive Coredy R300 robot vacuum cleaner is going for $95.93 today. That's $63 off its regular price and the lowest we have ever seen. This even beats out last year's holiday shopping season where the vacuum dropped to $99. This is a great "daily clean" robot vacuum for getting up those crumbs and dust and dirt that accumulate from the normal wear and tear of moving about your day. It's also easy to schedule and customize and has filters for your pe...

An alternative to the Pixel 4a 5G (so long as you don't take a lot of photos).What you need to knowThe TCL 10 5G UW is launching on October 29 for $399.99, making it the cheapest 5G-capable phone for Verizon.It features the same Snapdragon 765G processor as the Pixel 4a 5G, as well as a large 4500mAh battery and a 6.5-inch display.TCL is committing to two years of security patches, delivered quarterly, though no guarantees have been made for platform updates beyond Android 11.Verizon is widely regarded as the number one network in the U.S., but its 5G network still has a long way to go before consumers need to think about spending more on their next phone just to gain access to it. Luckily with TCL's latest addition to Verizon's lineup, you don't have to.The TCL 10 5G UW is a Verizon-specific variant to the TCL 10 5G released earlier this year, named so because of its support for the carrier's Ultra Wideband network. In addition, the 10 5G UW carries support for Verizon's...

OnePlus is showing that it doesn't care about its fans anymore by launching the Nord N10 5G and N100 with Android 10.OnePlus released two new models in the Nord series — the Nord N10 5G and Nord N100 — and there is a lot to talk about. The key takeaway from the announcement is that OnePlus is focusing its attention on the budget and entry-level segments with the new devices, with the Nord N10 5G set to be one of the most affordable 5G-enabled devices yet, and the Nord N100 debuting for under $200.Unlike the Snapdragon 765G-powered Nord, the Nord N10 5G and Nord N100 will be available in the U.S. That should be welcome news to anyone looking to pick up a budget phone, particularly considering both phones will be sold via T-Mobile.The Nord N10 5G has a Snapdragon 690, 6.49-inch 90Hz panel, 64MP camera, and a 4300mAh battery with 30W fast charging. The Nord N100 has more modest specs in the form of a 6.52-inch HD+ screen, 13MP camera, and a Snapdragon 460 chipset, but you do g...

You probably already have some kind of Amazon Echo device in your home, be it the Echo Dot, Echo Input, or even the full-sized Echo, and while chatting with Alexa is fun and all, if you don't have an Amazon Music Unlimited subscription, you're seriously missing out on one of the best features the devices have to offer: music streaming.Amazon usually offers just one free month for those looking to try out Music Unlimited, but right now new members can score three months of service absolutely free for a limited time. The deal is also available in the UK and is just one of many early Black Friday deals we'll be seeing at Amazon as Black Friday draws closer.Tens of millions of songs, exclusive Alexa voice features and programs, unlimited skips, and ad-free programming are just a few of Amazon Music Unlimited's features. You can even download songs for offline listening. Best of all, the Amazon Music application is available to download on your computer, smartphone, tablet, and even s...

This seems to be in preparation for backward compatibility on PS5.What you need to knowIt appears that several first-party games have been patched and now load drastically faster on PS4.Some of these games include The Last of Us Remastered, Until Dawn, and God of War.All of these games will be backward compatible on PS5.Shortly ahead of the PS5 launch, It looks like Sony has patched its first-party PS4 games to load much faster on the latter console. A video from ElAnalistaDeBits (via Eurogamer) shows this in action with The Last of Us Remastered. Where the game would normally take over a minute to load in many instances, it can now be loaded in just around 14 seconds.I tested this out to confirm myself, and from using three different saves in The Last of Us Remastered (one of which was starting a new game) I loaded in between 14-19 seconds. This is a major reduction from what it used to be. Reports indicate that other games like Until Dawn and God of War and benefit...

It's that time of year again. Black Friday is nearly upon us, but things will be running a lot differently this year. Now that social distancing is such a crucial part of our lifestyle in 2020, retailers are hoping to keep their stores from becoming too crowded at the end of November and instead will be offering Black Friday deals throughout the entire month. We're even seeing some early Black Friday deals in October, including on Android devices.Best Black Friday Android phone dealsOnePlus 8 Pro: $899.99Google Pixel 4a: $5/monthSamsung Galaxy S20 FE: Up to $300 offEvery year, there are some pretty stellar Black Friday phone deals, though you have to know where to shop if you want to find the best offers. Whether you're hoping for the best Samsung deals, Black Friday Google deals, or a discount on some other Android phone, this is truly the best time of the year to find one.We'll be scouring all the usual retailers and phone carriers to scope out any worthy offers and...

There's no ETA on public availability yet.What you need to knowSomeone claims to have jailbroken the Quest 2, bypassing the requirement to log in to a Facebook account to use the device.Independent XR research firm XRSI says they have verified the legitimacy of the jailbreak claim.Rooting the device and bypassing the Facebook login could be in violation of Facebook Terms of Service.Ever since Facebook originally announced that a Facebook account will be required on Oculus headsets, folks have been asking the community for an alternative way to use their Oculus Quest 2. Following-up on a claim from someone on Reddit one week ago, independent research firm XRSI, a not-for-profit organization, says it has confirmed the viability of root access on the Oculus Quest 2.While root access is generally thought of as a way to flash ROMs or modify the operating system in the Android smartphone world, root access on a Quest 2 means folks would be able to bypass the requirement to log ...

Most music apps are just simple libraries. In contrast, beaTunes lets you analyze every beat and create playlists using smart algorithms. It's normally $34, but you can get it today for $19.99 on Mac and Windows.What makes a playlist? More often than not, we put together songs that have a similar mood. If you analyze these tracks, you will probably find they share similar characteristics such as tempo or key.With numerous analysis tools, beaTunes helps to reveal these similarities. It's a fascinating way to interact with your music collection, and the app helps you find mixes made in heaven.Rated at 5 stars on MacUpdate and 4 stars on CNET, this app automatically detects the tempo (BPM), key, color, segments, similarities, volume, and acoustic fingerprints of every track in your collection.This metadata is searchable via tags, and you can ask beaTunes to find songs that match a sample. For dedicated music fans and musicians alike, this software is the ultimate playground.Orde...

Nest Hub MaxNest to the MAX$230 at Best BuyProsFace Match feature is coolPhysical mic and camera cover switchGoogle Photos integration for a smart frameConsNest Cam features not fully bakedRear-firing speakers could be better placedMic/camera cover turns off both at onceThe Nest Hub Max offers a nice, large touchscreen interface to the Google world. View timers, check your calendar or watch recipes unfold on its fantastic display. The new Face Match feature is excellent because it will recognize you and show you your relevant content. The Nest integration also serves as a gateway to your smart home security.Amazon Echo Show (2nd Gen)Biggest of Show$230 at AmazonProsZigbee smart hub built-inDobly processing built-inAvailable with a free smart bulbConsNo physical camera coverOlder versionThe Echo Show (2nd Gen) marked a significant design shift from the previous generation with its rounded corners and soft fabric. Where the Nest Hu...

I'm not totally out of shape yet, but let's not let it get that far.Living 15 minutes from Walt Disney World, getting out and getting some fresh air wasn't much of an issue for me in 2019. The theme parks were open well into the evening, capacity was only an issue around major holidays — when you really don't want to be there, anyway — and so long as I had my trusty poncho and folding fan to deal with the storms and humidity of Florida, all I needed to go walk a few miles was to step away from my desk for a few hours.Then 2020 came along, and things went pear-shaped. Like my butt.I'm sure I'm not the only person who's spent most of 2020 cooped up inside. Between the theme parks being closed for four months and then teeming with tourists that don't really get that masks need to cover their mouth and their nose whenever possible, I haven't been making a real effort to get out and get my steps in.After weeks of seeing my pathetic Google Fit step counts on my Ticwatch Pro 3, ...

The Cardinals are coming off Monday Night Football where they destroyed the Cowboys and made everyone in Texas pine for the return of quarterback Dak Prescott. In what is a well performing division, the Cardinals sit in second place in the NFC West behind the undefeated Seahawks.There's not much to say about the Seahawks in this week seven matchup. Russell Wilson and the Seahawks have been perfect to-date and so they simply need to keep pushing all those offensive buttons to put the pressure on the other team. While Jamal Adams' return could have bolstered the defense, he's still not back to full health because of an injury that keeps on lingering.Arizona on the other hand could really use the 2019 version of running back Kenyan Drake. Drake was amazing last year, but is failing to come up with the big plays in 2020. It will be interesting to see whether the 1,200 fans in the seats at University of Phoenix Stadium gives the home team a little kick in the pants or not.Seattle Se...

There are affordable Android phones, and then there are Android Go phones. Android Go devices are designed to be as cheap as possible and run a special version of Android that's created specifically with lower-end specs in mind. These are the best Android Go phones, which can be great starter or backup phones, including the Ulefone Note 7 as our top overall pick.1. Ulefone Note 7: Best OverallThe best Android Go phone is one you probably haven't heard of before, but we think it's the best overall choice, all things considered. It's the Ulefone Note 7, and it's a pretty impressive handset when you factor in the price tag.Right off the bat, the Ulefone Note 7 stands out thanks to its design. Its 6.1-inch display has incredibly slim bezels and a waterdrop notch on the top for its 5MP selfie camera. Compared to the other phones on this list, it really is something. You'll also find an impressive array of three cameras on the back, allowing for a ton of shooting possibilities.Sp...

Better battery life and connectivity options are exactly what Chromebooks need.Acer has finally unveiled the first Snapdragon-powered Chromebook with the upcoming Spin 513 series. It's kind of exciting if you're a fan of Chromebooks — or even of mobile tech in general — because it's more than likely going to be the first of many. It just might also be something that changes who buys a Chromebook and how we use them.The Spin 513 isn't using a specially-built Snapdragon chip; it has the same off-the-shelf Snapdragon 7c we've seen in Windows ARM 2-in-1s. That's not a bad thing because a Chromebook doesn't really need any specially designed ARM chip, at least not right now.The Snapdragon brings two awesome things to the Spin 513: extra-long battery life and LTE connectivity. I'd argue that these are the most important upgrades for any Chromebook because they are designed to be mobile. Chromebooks tend to be light — both in weight and in specs — and portable so you can take ...

Put your talent to work and create something awesome on one of these Huion graphics drawing tablets on sale for 30% off today only at Amazon. This sale is part of Amazon's "Holiday Dash" so it's likely we won't see these prices this low again until at least Black Friday, if that. The prices range between $47 and $56. Having several tablets to choose from means you can find the one that suits your needs the best.The Huion New 1060 Plus is one of the options on sale today. It's down to $46.89 even though it has been selling for around $67 since July. Today's drop is the lowest we have ever seen. The last major deal on this tablet we shared was a drop to $54 back in August. Not only are you getting a great low price, but this is also a fantastic tablet for beginners and pros so no matter your experience you can make great use of it.It has 8,192 levels of pen pressure sensitivity. That means no matter where you press or how you press, the tablet will detect your movement. You'll get ...

After taking an early 10-0 lead last Sunday, the Packers let Tom Brady and the Bucs score 38 unanswered points and suffered their first loss of the season. It was an ugly game the entire team will look to put behind them as they battle the 1-5 Houston Texans in week 7.Whether you're a cheesehead or a Texans fan, below we'll explain how to watch Packers vs Texans live no matter where you are in the world.Considering they're 4-1 the Packers are favored to win this week, but the game could end up being a lot closer than some expect thanks to a tough Texans defense. If we're being honest, the Packers seem to struggle when a team has a solid D and a mean pass-rush. Basically, Green Bay will need to slow down J.J. Watt if they want to get a W on Sunday.Until last week the Packers were the #1 offense in football averaging over 38 points a game, while the Texans sit at 29th and struggle to score more than 20 points in any game this season. However, now that Houston fired most of the he...

If you're going to watch a scary movie for Halloween, you could curl up on your couch, turn off the lights, and watch the movie that way. But wouldn't it be even more scary to watch those poor kids being hunted through the woods while sitting outside with your own woods as a backdrop? Watch movies anywhere with this Amazon sale that takes up to 30% off Vankyo mini projectors from the Leisure to the Cinemango to the Performance V630. This is part of Amazon's "Holiday Dash," which means the prices are only good for today. All of these prices are super low anyway so getting an extra 30% off means you're not paying more than $200 on anything on sale here.The savings aren't just on projectors, either. After all, if you're going to set up a projector you also need a place to project the movie. Grab 120-inch Vankyo projector screen on sale for $26.99 from a street price of $35. It's designed to be used outdoors and has a smooth polyester surface that works great as a high-resolution displ...

Wyze choiceWyze Cam Outdoor$70 at Home DepotProsOn-device and on-hub local storage optionsFree rolling 14-day cloud storageIP65 weather-resistanceWorks with Amazon Alexa and Google AssistantConsShorter battery life than Blink OutdoorIncluded base station is required to operate Integration with Wyze Band is spottyThe Wyze Outdoor Cam builds on Wyze's popular Cam and Cam Pan and takes those lessons outdoors. It's easy to set up, you can connect it to your Alexa devices, and you get up to 64GB of local storage in addition to a free, rolling 14-day cloud backup.Don't miss itBlink Outdoor$90 at AmazonProsImpressive battery lifeLocal storage available through included Blink Sync Module 2Weather-resistantStrong Alexa supportConsOnly records when motion is detectedDoesn't work with the Google Home ecosystemIncluded base station is required to operate The Blink Outdoor is part of a refreshed lineup that fine-tunes the lessons learned o...

If you were hoping to get a smartwatch this year, either for yourself or for someone else, you might not need to wait all the way until Black Friday. As part of Amazon's lead up to great savings throughout November, it has been featuring some killer deals in its "Holiday Dash" section. Today you can save up to 43% on the price of a selection of Garmin smartwatches. These prices will only last through the end of the day, and they are so low we might not see them again even on Black Friday.The deals include the stylish Garmin vivomove HR down to an all-new low of $159 from a regular price around $240, the Garmin fenix 5X Plus on sale for $399.99 from a street price of $500, $60 off the Garmin Forerunner 735XT, or $180 off the Garmin Fenix 5. All of these prices either match previous lows or are historically the lowest we have ever seen.The least expensive option, the Garmin vvivomove HR is also probably the most stylish design. It looks a lot more like a regular watch than the othe...

Can the Patriots bounce back from a big loss to Denver and take advantage of all the injuries to the 49ers roster? Read on for some quick details on how to watch the San Francisco 49ers vs New England Patriots, no matter where you're at in the world this weekend.After a rough first few weeks of the season the 49ers are finally starting to get healthy, and QB Jimmy G looked sharp last Sunday in a comeback win over the L.A. Rams. However, this week won't be any easier going up against a Patriots team that rarely loses back-to-back games, who just lost their second in a row. Not to mention Foxborough is where Jimmy spent the first few years of his career learning under Tom Brady.Garoppolo will either shine bright against his former team, or struggle to overcome any weaknesses Bill Belichick and the Patriots know about and try to expose.The Patriots currently have a 2-3 record after only being able to beat Miami and the Las Vegas Raiders so far in 2020 without Tom Brady. They'll lo...

This game likely won't be pretty, but it should be fierce. Washington has the ability to go from fourth to tied for first in the NFC East division with a win over the Cowboys. You can bet the team will be playing tough to swing their season in the right direction with one huge win. Luckily for them the Cowboys are hurting on every front and might not be able to stop them from advancing.Speaking of hurting, Prescott, Smith, and Collins are all out of the rest of the year which was clearly an unseen hurdle. While the Cowboys were on fire offensively with Prescott at the helm, their defense has never really been adequate. Washington will be looking to take advantage of that as well as press the offensive which doesn't look so hot anymore either. Kyle Allen hasn't been great at getting Washington's offense going, but he'll need to pick it up if there's any hope of turning things around.Again, this game will probably be pretty sloppy and a mess, but if Washington can eek out a win her...

Early Sunday morning two undefeated NFL teams will face-off. We're talking about the Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tennessee Titans which will likely be one of the best games of the weekend.So far, we're already seeing an early -2 point favorite given to the Steelers, but the Titans and Derrick Henry are a tough test for any defense. Here's how to watch it live wherever you are in the world.The Steelers are 5-0 and could be one of if not the best team in football so far this season. However, they haven't faced a team like the Tennessee Titans (also 5-0) that are 1st in the league for time of possession. The Titans take the ball away often, don't give it back, and keep it forever with that ground-and-pound run game led by Derrick Henry.If you're looking at the stat sheet these teams are so evenly matched you can almost guarantee it'll be a great game. They're both 12th in the league in PPG, 12th in yards per game, both 5th in interceptions, and close in every other important category. ...

It's a strange sight to see the Buffalo Bills leading the AFC East, followed by the Miami Dolphins, instead of the New England Patriots, but that's where we are in 2020. The Bills started strong with four straight wins, but have fumbled slightly dropping the last two games. Still, the first place Bills in week seven shouldn't have much of a problem coming up with another win against the 0-6 Jets.The Bills' emerging weak spot seems to be its defense. Both the Chiefs and Titans exploited that weakness to get the best of the Bills. If the Jets want to pick up their first win, this is the spot to hit at the moment. Of course, it's hard to tell if the Jets are actually trying to win at this point or are accomplishing a different goal in trying to tank the season. Sam Darnold has not been anywhere close to the player the Jets need and may soon find himself replaced if something dramatic doesn't change soon.Buffalo Bills vs New York Jets: Where and when?Two New York teams go head-to-...

The drivers head to the picture postcard Algarve region and the Portimao Circuit for round 12 of the 2020 Formula One World Championship this weekend - read on to find out how to get a Portugal Grand Prix live stream and watch the F1 action from anywhere in the world.The first F1 Grand Prix to take place in Portugal since 1996, Sunday's race could see a significant piece of motor racing history being made.Championship leader Lewis Hamilton equalled Ferrari legend Michael Schumacher's record of 91 grand prix victories in last weekend's race at the Nuerburgring and now has the opportunity to go one better.It could also be a big week for Hamilton's team in the Constructors' Championship, with Mercedes needing just 40 points to clinch this year's title.Despite opening in 2008, the Portimao Circuit has never hosted an F1 race, but a number of drivers such as Lewis Hamilton, Daniel Ricciardo, Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez have previously participated in practice sessions on the ...

Following Windows and macOS, Chrome OS is finally getting a dark mode, and Chromebook owners can start using it right now.What you need to knowDark mode has been a feature that Chrome OS users have been demanding for quite some time.Chrome OS dark theme is available now through the Flags menu on the Canary channel. The feature is still in early development, so it's unclear when it'll come to the Stable channel.While Windows and macOS users have been enjoying their flavors of dark mode for quite some time now, Chrome OS users have sadly been missing out on the fun. However, thanks to a recent sighting by Android Police on the Chrome OS Canary channel, it looks like Chrome OS users can now join in on the dark mode hype train.We reported back in September that Google has been internally working on proper dark and light themes for Chrome OS. The system-wide feature is still in its early development stages and is not officially ready to come to the Stable channel yet, but if ...

The UFC will hold its last event at its Fight Island facility in Abu Dhabi this weekend and we have all the details on how you can watch Khabib defend his lightweight title against Gaethje on TV or online.The top of UFC 254's Main Card will see Justin "The Highlight" Gaethje take on Khabib "The Eagle" Nurmagomedov in a lightweight title bout that looks to be the biggest fight of 2020 so far. The current UFC lightweight champion, Khabib is going into Saturday afternoon's fight with a 28 fight win streak after defeating Dustin Poirier by submission in September of last year at UFC 242. Before that, Khabib's last big win took place in October of 2018 when he defeated Connor McGregor by submission in round 4 at UFC 229. While Khabib did manage to earn a win against McGregor in that fight, it was the only time he's lost a single round in his entire UFC career.Gaethje on the other hand has just a 4 fight win streak after defeating Tony Ferguson by knockout in round 5 at UFC 249 back in M...

When you start shopping for the best Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 band, you'll be met with many different options. Depending on whether you purchased the 45 or 41mm model, your new Galaxy Watch 3 will require either a 22 or 20mm band, respectively. There are plenty of bands out there, so be sure to choose one that's going to match your style while also providing maximum comfort. Check out some of our favorites!Extreme comfortBarton Elite Silicone Watch BandStaff PickA band made of silicone material is a great choice for active individuals, like this option from Barton. It comes in both 20 and 22mm band sizes. You'll enjoy over 15 different color choices as well. The premium textured top, 316L stainless steel buckle has a proprietary locking feature that ensures your band remains in place all day long.$20 at AmazonBest of both worldsBEAFIRY Canvas Nylon Watch BandAnother option to consider is this BEAFIRY canvas nylon watch band. It's affordable while still being m...

Black Friday is generally a great time of the year to score discounted video game consoles, but 2020 could still turn out to be an exception. This year, stores have had trouble keeping consoles like the PlayStation 4 and the PlayStation 4 Pro in stock at their regular prices. However, with the all-new PlayStation 5 models finally released in mid-November, retailers may take this opportunity to offer customers the PS4 or PS4 Pro at a low, discounted price one last time — if there's any stock left, that is.PlayStation 4 Black Friday deals are generally available each year, so there's still a good chance we may see a discount on the Slim or Pro console at retailers like GameStop or Kohl's. The likelihood that we'll see a deal on a refurbished PlayStation 4 console from GameStop is even higher — one such offer is even available right now. Below we're gathering all the best PS4 Black Friday deals as they go live to make shopping for your next console even easier. Plus, we'll be includ...

If you want to take advantage of wireless charging with multiple devices, the LOGiiX Wireless Qi Canvas Duo could make your life easier. This dual-device charger is stylish, powerful, and now 40% off MSRP at $59.99.As the owner of Bluetooth earbuds, a modern smartphone, and a smartwatch, you can easily find that your nightstand is filled with charging pads. Likewise, couples have to take it in turns to enjoy wireless charging.With two 10W charging coils, the LOGiiX Wireless Qi Canvas Duo solves this problem for good. Optimized for the latest devices, this charger can fill any Qi-compatible smartphone at top speed. This includes the Samsung Galaxy S10/S10+, Note 10/Note 10+, and iPhone 11/Pro/Max.This ultra-thin charger has space for two devices side by side, with a non-slip base to prevent accidents. Embedded in the stylish canvas top surface, LED lights show the charging status of each device.It's normally priced at $99, but you can pick up this dual Qi charger today for just...

The base storage for the Samsung Galaxy S10 lineup is 128GB — which is pretty decent for a two year old phone. However, these days with downloading movies and recording 4K super slow-mos, 128GB doesn't go as far as it used to. This is where microSD cards come in, and these are the best microSD cards to use in your Galaxy S10.Reliability is keySamsung EVO Select 128GBStaff pickThis is my favorite microSD card on the market and is the card sitting in my own Galaxy S10. This is the second (or maybe third) phone that I've used it in because it doubles your S10's base storage.$19 at Amazon$39 at Newegg4K readyPNY Elite-X 128GBPNY's 128GB card is arguably the best value you'll find for a name-brand microSD of this capacity. I've had PNY cards last the better part of five years, so chances are this card will outlive your Galaxy S10.$23 at Amazon$25 at WalmartValue pickSanDisk Ultra 64GBIf you just need a little extra space and don't want to spend big bucks ...

It's not Black Friday just yet, but that's not stopping retailers from offering early Black Friday deals as early as mid October. Right now, Best Buy has the Samsung 85-inch Q70T Series 4K Smart Tizen TV on sale at $700 off its regular price, bringing it down to $2,599.99. Considering it normally sells for up to $3,299.99, that's a pretty steep discount. However, the deal doesn't end there as Best Buy is also throwing in a free $200 Best Buy gift card with the purchase. That brings the total savings up to $900, though you'll want to shop soon as this deal is available for just one day only.The Q70T series is from Samsung's 2020 QLED lineup. While it is on the lower end of the lineup in terms of features, it's also on the lower end in terms of cost. If you want that beautiful QLED technology, this is a great way to do it. The Q70T series uses a Quantum Processor with deep-learning AI for all your 4K content, which also helps upscale less-than-4K stuff so you always have the best ima...

We could all use a bit of help around the house, and now that it's 2020, there are plenty of ways you can cut down on cleaning time and have more time to do the things that matter most. For instance, there's really no reason why you shouldn't own a robot vacuum already. You can control them using an app on your phone, or even with your voice, so you can stop vacuuming every other day and find other ways to use your time instead.Now that Black Friday is upon us, there are tons of opportunities to grab yourself a smart robot vacuum by the end of the year. In fact, you don't even need to wait until November. Right now, Best Buy has the Samsung POWERbot R7070 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum on sale for $349.99 today only. This deal saves you 50% off its regular cost of $699.99, and it also marks one of the best prices we've ever seen this model reach.Samsung's Powerbot R7070 utilizes CycloneForce separation technology to offer 40 times stronger suction than conventional vacuums, meaning...

The best Samsung Galaxy Note 20 cases are protective, grippy, and stylish. While the regular Note 20 doesn't have a glass back, it's still a big, honking phone and you shouldn't dare step out your door without protecting it with a case. From thin and colorful to ruggedly handsome, these are the cases you can trust with your new Note 20.Clear and cleanSpigen Liquid CrystalStaff pickWant to show off your lovely Mystic Green phone? The Liquid Crystal will offer grip and scratch protection while keeping things slim and sanguine. If you want a little more pop, I adore the Glitter variant!$10 at Amazon$13 at Amazon (Glitter)Functional fabricSamsung Kvadrat CoverThis sustainable case is bright, cheerful, and feels wonderful in the hand. The color choices are a bit small compared to the S20+, but the bright pink case mislabeled as Red is lovely, so why would you need anything else?$29 at AmazonMesmerizing majestyCaseology ParallaxThe Parallax's Aqua Green adds ...