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Having a chat with the AC forums.The Galaxy S21 Ultra is a phone that has a lot going for it, and for a lot of people, one of its biggest draws is the display. Samsung went all-out with the S21 Ultra's screen, allowing you to run a Quad HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate at the same time.This obviously puts more strain on battery life, but if you want the sharpest and smoothest display experience possible, you can get exactly that on the S21 Ultra. Alternatively, you can keep that smooth 120Hz setting and lower the resolution to Full HD+ for a more modest experience.A few of our AC forum members have been discussing which resolution they have their S21 Ultra set at, with the conversation going as follows: fuzzylumpkin 02-03-2021 01:35 PM “ Just turned WQHD on today and so far it seems a good bit more brutal on the battery. Mine is an Exynos phone. Reply ...

All three phones are expected to come with a dedicated Google Assistant button.What you need to knowThe first renders of Motorola's upcoming Moto G series phones have surfaced.Both the Moto G30 and Moto G10 will feature quad rear cameras and a waterdrop notch display.An entry-level Moto E series phone called the Moto E7 Power is also on the way.Motorola introduced three new Moto G series phones in the U.S. last month: Moto G Power (2021), Moto G Stylus (2021), and the Moto G Play. The Lenovo-owned company is soon expected to launch two new Moto G series phones for the global market, including one with a 90Hz display. The first renders of the upcoming phones have now appeared online, courtesy of Adam Conway from XDA Developers and Nils Ahrensmeier from TechnikNewsNet.As you can see in the render above, the Moto G30 will not have the same modern design as the recently launched Moto G Power (2021) and Moto G Stylus (2021) phones. Instead, it will have a waterdrop notch displ...

If you're like me, you've tried out more than a half-dozen or so messaging apps over the years. If we're honest, you likely haven't stuck with using all of them either. The problem is unless you deleted your account, those apps and services still have your personal data in the form of contacts, phone numbers, and yes, even messages. If you've recently joined Telegram but aren't sure you'll stick with it, don't worry. We'll show you how to set your Telegram account to automatically self-destruct if you stop using it for a predetermined period of time. Let's get started.How to set your Telegram account to automatically self-destruct if you forget to use itOpen the Telegram app.Tap on the hamburger menu (three lines) in the top left corner.Tap on Settings.Tap on Privacy and Security.Tap on Delete my account.Select your period of inactivity.That's it! Now you don't have to worry about manually deleting your account or data if you stop using the app and forget to do so. B...

Why should third-party developers continue to make games for the platform if not even Google wants to anymore?As it turns out, January 31st, 2021 was not the best day to publish a Stadia re-review that, despite acknowledging flaws, was positive about the future of the platform. Just a mere week ago it felt like Google was primed to take Stadia to the moon and beyond. Years of development work helped make third-party games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Hitman 3 perform brilliantly on the platform. While there still may be a future scenario where Stadia flourishes in the long term, it's beginning to get harder and harder to imagine.The very next day after my re-review published, Google announced that it is shutting down its internal development and publishing studio, Stadia Games & Entertainment, which was working on unannounced games and of course recently published Outcasters, Submerged: Hidden Depths, and Journey to the Savage Planet. This news also included the departure of game ...

Though Telegram is one of the best Android messaging apps, becoming even more popular with Whatsapp's privacy concerns, it doesn't mean that there won't come a time when you'll need to delete your account. Whether its simply narrowing down the number of messaging platforms you use, or you're worried about security matters, knowing how to delete your Telegram account is quite useful. Frist, you'll need to open a browser as you can't delete Telegram from within the app — and its best if it's not a mobile browser. So, if you have a browser open with your Telegram account ready, let's get started.How to delete your Telegram accountIn your web browser, go to the Telegram deactivation page.Now, enter the phone number associated with the Telegram account you're deleting.After entering your phone number, an authentication code will be sent to you through Telegram that you will then enter in the browser.Once you have verified your account, you'll see three options on your Telegram...

The incoming Senate antitrust subcommittee chairperson wants to get tough on companies that abuse market power in any way. Her new bill could mean tough times for Big Tech.Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minnesota), the incoming head of the Senate antitrust subcommittee, has introduced a bill that would bring wide reforms to competition laws and antitrust enforcement that puts companies that sell the tech we love directly in its anti-competitive crosshairs.The proposed Competition and Antitrust Law Enforcement Reform Act outlines the new administration's policies and attitude towards anti-competitive behavior in several key areas. One is the idea of projecting more of the investigation costs to the companies defending their practices; the other is a set of consumer protections like requiring companies that are given permission to merge or buy another one to show how they have kept their relevant industries competitive since initial the hearings.It's important not to get attached to an...

The biggest NFL game of the year, Super Bowl 2021, is set to take place this weekend on February 7, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. This year the Kansas City Chiefs will be taking on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Whether you are attending a party, planning to stay home, or will be traveling, one thing you may be wondering is how to watch the Super Bowl live stream. Well, there are a lot of different ways, and a lot to know about the ways to watch the Super Bowl live stream online.Whether you care about football or not, there is a whole lot to enjoy about the Super Bowl. From the epic Super Bowl half-time performances to the amazing commercials that will debut, you are going to want to find a way to stream it live. Luckily, it doesn't matter very much where in the world you are located, it's pretty easy to find a way to tune in and watch the Super Bowl online for free.How to use a VPN to watch Super Bowl 2021A Virtual Private Network, or VPN, can be used for a number of things these days. S...

If you're like us, you're constantly losing little things like your car keys, wallet, or bag. Thankfully, in our ever more connected age, there are gadgets like Bluetooth trackers to help us keep tabs on all of our precious items. With the launch of the Galaxy S21 line of smartphones, Samsung unveiled its own Bluetooth tracking solution, called Galaxy SmartTags. We'll show you how to set up and use your new Samsung Galaxy SmartTag so you can rest easy that you'll quickly find those keys the next time you "misplace" them.How to use a Galaxy SmartTag with a Samsung PhoneWith your new Galaxy SmartTag in hand, open the SmartThings Find app on your Samsung phone.Make sure your phone's Bluetooth is turned on.A card will pop up asking if you want to add the new device to SmartThings. Tap Add now.Check the box to allow use of location information.Tap Agree.When the next screen comes up asking to get started, tap Start.Press the button at the center of the SmartTag.Once the devi...

Vivaldi browser gets even more customizable with its latest update.What you need to knowThe latest version of Vivaldi browser on Android brings a new feature called Page Actions.With Page Actions, you can customize the look of any web page. The new Vivaldi v3.6 update also adds a built-in QR code scanner and an external Download Manager. Popular Chromium-based browser Vivaldi is getting its first big update of 2021. The latest release of Vivaldi on Android adds a new feature called Page Actions, allowing users to tweak the appearance of any web page.Vivaldi says the feature not only improves accessibility, but also makes web pages easier to read. The feature offers a wide range of options – including a grayscale filter, CSS Debugger, sepia color effect, and more. You can even apply multiple actions to a single tab to make a page look just like you want it to.Apart from Page Actions, the Vivaldi v3.6 update also brings a built-in QR code scanner. You can access this ...

Nearly all sides of the concept phone are covered by the waterfall display.What you need to knowXiaomi has showcased a concept phone with a four-sided curved display.The phone doesn't have a single port or button, similar to Vivo's Apex 2019 concept phone Like most concept phones, Xiaomi's port-less phone will likely never go on sale.Xiaomi today unveiled an interesting new concept phone with a four-sided curved screen and no ports at all.Xiaomi says the phone's unique waterfall display has 88-degree curves on all four sides. The phone has no bezels whatsoever and there is no notch or hole-punch cutout either. Instead, the phone uses Xiaomi's third-generation under-display camera technology.Xiaomi says the hyper quad-curved surface "is born from countless breakthroughs in glass bending and laminating technology." The phone also boasts a true unibody design, similar to the Vivo Apex concept phone that was shown off in early 2019. Since there are no physical ports and but...

Studio Ghibli fans are in for a treat as the Japanese film studio will release its first ever CGI film on HBO Max and we have all the details on how you can watch Earwig and the Witch online.Earwig and the Witch is based on the children's novel of the same name by British novelist Diana Wynne Jones who also wrote Howl's Moving Castle which was also adapted into a film by Studio Ghibli.In addition to being the studio's first feature film release in four years, Earwig and the Witch also marks a huge departure for Studio Ghibli, which is known for its 2D animation. Director Goro Miyazaki specifically picked Earwig and the Witch to be the studio's first CG feature due to the story's small scale and the fact that it centers around the life of one girl.How to watch Studio Ghibli films in the U.S.Earwig and the Witch tells the story of a young orphan girl named Earwig growing up in the British countryside during the 90s. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she's adopted b...

Google is currently threatening to remove Search from Australia.What you need to knowGoogle has launched a News Showcase in Australia, which will pay publications to provide curate content for Google's news outlets.The move comes just after the company threatened to leave Australia over its new media laws.The initiative was announced last year and saw Google investing around $1 billion to several countries involved in the program.Today Google is announcing the launch of its News Showcase in Australia, which has already kicked off in several countries including Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Germany, Japan, and the UK. News Showcase is a collection of curated content from trusted news outlets that will be featured in the Google News app and other spaces. The program sees Google paying media outlets from several different countries for this content, stemming from a billion-dollar investment in the initiative. The company states that this initial version will roll out in Australia...

The Witcher has come to mobile Android phones... sort of.What you need to knowThe Witcher: Monster Slayer is a mobile-AR game that combines the brutal Witcher franchise with Pokémon Go-like mechanics.The game has had limited testing on iOS but has been absent on Android devices until now.Today, the Witcher: Monster Slayer is soft-launching on Android phones, but only in New Zealand.If you live in New Zealand, you can now install the Witcher: Monster Slayer, while everyone else will have to wait.The Witcher: Monster Slayer combines the grim and storied world of CD Projekt RED's the Witcher games with the mobile-AR mechanics pioneered by games like Pokémon Go and Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. While CDPR and Spokko's game has seen limited testing on iOS, it's been noticeably absent on Android platforms. Today, that's finally changing, as the Witcher: Monster Slayer officially soft-launches on Android.The catch? It's only available if you live in New Zealand.Monster Slaye...

The Galaxy Watch 3 will also take less time to detect workouts.What you need to knowSamsung SmartThings arrives on the Galaxy Watch 3 and can be used to locate the watch.The update improved the time it takes for the watch to auto-detect workouts, and it can also detect when you wash your hands.The Galaxy Watch 3 update is rolling out to users now.Samsung started rolling out an update (via TizenHelp) for the Galaxy Watch 3 with a number of new features that further enhance the watch's usefulness. One of the most important additions to the watch is support for Samsung SmartThings Find, which launched last year. With the service now on the watch, owners of the Galaxy Watch 3 can now locate their wearable if it ends up missing somehow. And if it's offline, Bluetooth Low-Energy will come to the rescue by pinging nearby devices to help you track it down.The new update also improves the watch's health features and should speed up its ability to auto-detect workouts, meaning you ...

Google Fit is bringing a popular smartwatch feature to your smartphone.What you need to knowGoogle is enabling heart rate and respiratory rate measuring from your smartphone camera.Respiratory rate can be measured using your front-facing camera.Pixel smartphones will get the feature first, followed by other Android smartphones later.Remember how Samsung smartphones let you measure your heart rate by placing your finger on a sensor on the back of the phone? That feature died when smartwatches became more ubiquitous, but Google plans to bring it back, and without adding any extra hardware to your smartphone. Following a recent redesign of the Google Fit app, today the company announced a new feature coming to the app that allows customers to use their smartphone camera to measure not only heart rate but also respiratory rate.Measuring heart rate, which is determined by your blood flow, will require you to place your finger on your phone's camera lens. Using "powerful sensor...

Nest makes some of the best smart thermostats, security cameras, and self-installed home security systems out there, but it comes at a price. Some of the equipment can be on the expensive side, which means that you may not be able to have as much of it in your home as you'd like, but we are here to help make it easier to afford more. At times, you can find some pretty sweet deals on a variety of Nest's most popular items.Best Google Nest Deals Available NowNest Thermostats: from $123Nest Wi-Fi: as low as $149Nest Cameras: from $123Smart Speakers & Displays: starting at $50Nest Cam Indoor Security Camera (3-pack) | $298.54 at AmazonSave nearly $100 when you purchase three Nest Cam Indoor Security Cameras together at Amazon. You'll be able to view their live video feeds whenever using an app on your phone or tablet.$298.54 at AmazonWhether it's a direct price drop, coupon code, or bundle deal, we've scoured the internet to find all of the best deals around ...

Samsung's Clock app gains Digital Wellbeing support.What you need to knowSamsung has updated the Clock app with Digital Wellbeing support.Now you can track your sleep patterns just as easily as you can do with the Google Clock app.It's rolling out now via the Galaxy Store.Samsung's One UI clock app is now a lot more similar to Google's own Clock app. The company rolled out an update through the Galaxy Store (via Android Police), giving it the same bedtime mode that debuted on Pixels before coming to older Android phones.Now, the Clock app will be able to help you keep a handle on your sleep with its sleep schedule, as well as likely keep track of how many hours you stay asleep by monitoring your phone usage during your assigned bedtime. Unlike the Google Clock app though, this is tied to the S Health app.Again, like with the Google Clock app and select smart home devices, Samsung also integrates this with the SmartThings platform. It can slowly brighten the compatible l...

Whether you're making an all-day road trip or just your normal half-hour commute, the car is the perfect place to top off your shiny, new Android phone. After all, your phone should be stationary in a car mount for Android Auto or stowed away so you're not tempted to use it while driving. Car chargers come in many styles and shapes, but with the advent of USB-C Power Delivery charging, we now have a widely used standard that can be used for charging a phone or even laptops off the same port. Here are the best car chargers to replenish your battery on the road.Futureproof chargingAnker 49.5W PowerDrive Speed+ 2 Car AdapterStaff Pick$33 at AmazonThis charger features a 30W USB-C Power Delivery port that can charge your Chromebook decently or charge most phones at top speed, and a USB-A port to charge older phones and accessories. Anker's build quality also means this charger might outlive your car.Go wirelessiOttie Easy One Touch Wireless 2$50 at Amazon$50 at Best...

No need to plug-inWhat you need to knowSamsung has enabled wireless DeX connections between its Galaxy S21 smartphones and PCs.Wireless DeX had been previously available for other Galaxy devices such as the Note 20 series.The feature update won't work if you have Link to Windows connected.Less than a month after the launch of the Galaxy S21 lineup, Samsung is bringing wireless DeX capability to its new smartphone series according to Android Police. Technically, Samsung is bringing the functionality to devices running One UI 3.1, but as of now that list is limited to the S21 series.Samsung DeX is basically a service that allows you to connect your Galaxy smartphone to a PC (or monitor) and was initially released to great fanfare in August of 2019. It allowed Galaxy users to access apps and features on their phones by just installing an app on their Mac or PC and plugging the phone into the computer. The ability to connect to DeX wirelessly has been around for several month...

The TicWatch Pro 3 is getting several speed enhancements in this new update.What you need to knowMobvoi is pushing out a new update for the TicWatch Pro 3.The update improves both the speed and responsiveness of Wear OS on the TicWatch Pro 3, as well as some bug fixes.The TicWatch Pro 3 is also receiving a few features related to the watch's Essential Mode.Mobvoi was quick to adopt the Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 4100 chipset that was announced last year, which brought with it some very necessary speed improvements for Wear OS. This makes it easily one of the best Android smartwatches on the market. Now the company is pushing out a new update that will make the TicWatch Pro 3 even faster and more responsive.Here are the available features, improvements, and bug fixes coming to your TicWatch Pro 3 with the latest firmware update:Features:Support adjusting the essential screen's date format (DD-MM/MM-DD) through the Essential Mode app.Support turning on the backlight thr...

Once you've set up your new PS5, enjoying online multiplayer can be a compelling way to spend dozens upon hundreds of hours. With that in mind, some games are a bit easier to access online than others and you may need to be up to date on a gaming subscription. Here's how to play online multiplayer on PS5.Products used in this guidePlay every game online: PlayStation Plus 3-month subscription ($25 at Amazon)Get an extra controller: PlayStation 5 DualSense controller ($70 at Amazon)How to play online multiplayer on PS5To play games online on your PS5, you'll need to make sure you're connected to the internet. Some of the best free PS5 games don't require a subscription, such as Call of Duty: Warzone and Apex Legends. However, paid online games require you to sign up for PlayStation Plus, Sony's online subscription service. It costs $9.99 per month or $59.99 per year. You can also play games in PlayStation Now online for free.Turn on your PS5.Make sure you're connected to...

If you're reading this it may already be too late to order one, but Walmart is giving you several chances.What you need to knowThe PS5 is in-stock at Walmart right now.Only online purchases are available. They will not be available in-stores.The console is set to ship at the beginning of March if you order today.Sony's PS5 is going to be in-stock at Walmart starting at 3:30pm ET, so act fast and grab one today. If you missed that chance, you may get another one today at a later time. Walmart's been one of the most consistent retailers at letting customers now when more consoles will be in-stock, putting up the PS5 in waves at different times so that more people can get a chance to buy one.Next-genPlayStation 5$500 at Walmart$400 at WalmartYou could have your hands on a console very soonWalmart has restocked the PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition. Sony's latest and greatest console packs over 10TFLOPS of power with a wicked fast SSD that can load some games near-inst...

Google is unifying its desktop backup apps.What you need to knowGoogle today announced Google Drive for desktop, a unified sync client for businesses and consumers alike.It will rename Drive File Stream to Google Drive for desktop today, while Backup and Sync will remain independent.Later in the year, Google will shutter Backup and Sync and move all users over to Drive for desktop. Google is launching a unified desktop sync client for Windows and macOS later this year. Currently, there are two such sync apps. Google Drive File Stream if you're a business, or Google Backup and Sync if you're a consumer.That's set to change in the coming months. Google will be replacing both apps with Google Drive for Desktop, a single unified app that'll work for both audiences.Writing today, the Google Workspace team explained: Some of our Google Workspace customers have deployed both sync solutions, which can be confusing for end users and challenging for IT departments to manage. ...

The Great Suspender had previously been warned about malware.What you need to knowThe Chrome Webstore has taken down its listing for The Great Suspender after flagging the extension for malware.The Great Suspender was an extension that reduced memory usage when users had many tabs open on their Chrome browser, which could be resource-heavy.The extension is being disabled on users' browsers. This follows claims that the software was sold to a company that used it for malicious purposes.The Great Suspender is a popular web extension for the Chrome web browser that allows users to put tabs to sleep. It was particularly useful for those of you who tend to keep many tabs open at once, as Chrome is known to be quite resource-heavy. It seems the extension has been disabled from users' computers and pulled from the Chrome Webstore after being flagged for malware.The extension has apparently been under some heat since mid-2020 when the developer reportedly sold the software, wit...

Two teams both on a high after victories away from home go head-to-head in the first of four Tests - watch every ball with our India vs England 1st Test live stream guide below.The home side comes into this first match off the back of a hugely impressive 2-1 series win against Australia.That victory was achieved without talismanic captain Virat Kohli as well as Ishant Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Ravi Ashwin.All four key players will back for the hosts for this Test, and with home advantage on their side, India come into the match as favourites.England nevertheless have reason to also be confident. Their 2-0 series win against Sri Lanka last month provided the perfect prep for this series, with skipper Joe Root in exceptional form.With star players Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes also back for the tourists for these games, England will also fancy their chances in what should be a hotly contested opening Test.Read on for full details on how to live stream India vs England 1st Tes...

It's no secret that Super Bowl LV is just days away, but if you're hoping to watch the big game in all its glory, it might be time to finally replace your current TV for an upgraded model. All the best TV brands know that fans will be looking for a fantastic screen to watch the year's biggest sports event on, and that means it's easier than ever to find great TV deals which can be hard to pass up.Hisense 85-inch LED 4K UHD Smart Android TV (H6510G Series) | $700 off at Best BuyReady for the big game? Today's sale on the Hisense 85-inch 4K Smart Android TV can help with a major $700 discount we've only seen during Cyber Monday last year. This deal is available for just one day only, so don't wait!$999.99 at Best BuyBest Super Bowl TV Deals Available Now55" and under65" and under70" and overSuper Bowl TV deals are not to be missed, so we'll be keeping track of all the best offers just below to make sure you can find the right model for your home before kickoff o...

Your OnePlus 8 Pro deserves a case as great as it is. After all, the OnePlus 8 Pro is big, beautiful, and boasts some great features, including IP water resistance and wireless charging. The back glass comes in funky colors like Glacial Green and Ultramarine Blue, but it's still a glass-backed phone, and that means you'll want to protect it so that you're not blowing hundreds of dollars repairing or replacing it. After extensive research, these are the best OnePlus 8 Pro cases you can buy.Let's kick itPoetic RevolutionStaff PickThe OnePlus 8 Pro can last a long time if you protect it, and heavy-duty cases like the Revolution offer that protection in spades. Not only does this case come with a screen protector, but it also has a kickstand on the back for propping it up on your desk or nightstand.From $17 at Amazon$37 at WalmartSo sleek and svelteX-Level GuardianThis case might not be textured like the Spigen Liquid Air, but it trades that texturing for a slimmer p...

Many of the best Samsung phones are equipped with incredible video-centric features like 8K video, even manual controls, and ultra-smooth OIS. But no matter how good that built-in stabilization is, it's hard to beat a real gimbal for smooth and steady video, which counters against any shaky hand movements. The DJI OM4 is cost-effective, compact, and easy to use, but it's far from your only option.Best Overall: DJI OM 4The DJI OM 4 is the easiest way to quickly jump into shooting stable video without having to worry about carefully calibrating each axis of your gimbal. While you can fine-tune the axes a bit, the motors inside are strong enough to correct for almost any imbalance, and the OM 4's adjustable clamp can expand out large enough to fit any phone — even the Galaxy S21 Ultra (though thicker cases may give you some trouble).DJI makes it easy to shoot stunning-looking video not just with great stabilization, but it includes hands-free gesture control and built-in prese...

There's a mouth-watering London derby in store on Thursday night as Jose Mourinho and Thomas Tuchel look to outwit each other in a bid to keep their fading top-four hopes alive. Read on for our full guide to getting a Spurs vs Chelsea live stream and watch the Premier League action online wherever you are right now.With the title race increasingly looking like a two-horse race between both Manchester sides, these two bitter capital rivals now have a battle on the hands to catch up with Leicester, Liverpool, and West Ham to clinch a crucial Champions League spot.Seventh-placed Spurs' floundering campaign has been dealt a further blow with the loss of star striker and skipper Harry Kane.Tottenham's toothless showing in the defeat to Brighton at the weekend shows they've yet to come to terms with life without their talismanic captain following his ankle injury sustained last week in his side's damaging loss to Liverpool.With Spurs fans aggrieved at their side deteriorating form ...

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is a fantastic tablet that allows you to watch your favorite shows, play your favorite mobile games, surf the web, draw, and more. The worst thing that could happen is for your helpful device to get dropped or otherwise damaged. That's why you should protect it with one of these wonderful cases. Don't forget to grab one of the best Galaxy Tab S6 Lite screen protectors for further protection.Sleak and protectiveZtotopCase with Pencil HolderStaff pickThis no-fuss case features a slot for the S Pen and has a flap that both serves to protect your screen and folds into a kickstand to prop the Tab S6 Lite up. Just slip your tablet into place, and you're good to go. It's perfect for formal as well as casual situations.$12 at AmazonBeautiful bookBook Cover - Chiffon RoseThis gorgeous case matches the Chiffon Rose Tab S6 Lite color and brings a more elegant form of protection to the tablet. There's a specific spot for the S Pen, and the cover...

New and exciting PS4 releases seem to come out each month, giving dedicated gamers plenty of worlds to choose from. With the PS5 officially here, fans now keep track of multiple new releases and updates more than ever. Fortunately, we've gathered all of the best titles and listed other worthy games for you to consider. Here are all the PS4 and PS5 releases to look out for this January.★ Featured favorite - February 2Control: Ultimate EditionStaff PickWhen Control launched in 2019, it received tons of critical praise and quickly rocketed to Game of the Year short lists. However, we still don't think enough of you have played it, and with all of its DLC and a next-gen upgrade now out, now's the perfect time to jump on this incredible game. Better yet, if you're a PlayStation Plus subscriber, you can grab this right now for free, as its part of the February lineup of free titles.See at PlayStationFebruary 2Destruction AllStarsAnother game that's releasing for f...

Big and boldSamsung Galaxy Watch 3 (45mm)From $329 at AmazonProsBright, beautiful 1.4-inch SUPER AMOLED displayTwo-plus hour battery lifeSamsung PayNew running and sleep featuresBuilt-in GPS and LTE options availableConsMay be too big for smaller wristsSlightly heavier than 41mm modelThe biggest and baddest of Samsung's latest and greatest smartwatch is just the right size for larger wrists. It comes in slightly larger than the popular Galaxy Watch Active 2. It packs in a host of new fitness, health, and lifestyle features in several finishes and colors.A tinier timepieceSamsung Galaxy Watch 3 (41mm)From $299 at AmazonProsBright, beautiful 1.2-inch SUPER AMOLED displaySamsung PayNew running and sleep featuresBuilt-in GPS and LTE options availableConsSmaller battery than 45mm modelMight be too smallNo titanium optionIf you have a smaller wrist or are put off by bulky watches, then this is a perfect compromise size for you. You ...

Wink has finally implemented a solution and is compensating customers.Update, Feb 4 (11:45 am ET): Service should be back up for most Wink hubsWhat you need to knowWink's smart home platform has been suffering from a widespread outage for a week.Wink says it has identified the issue and is working on implementing a fix. The smart home platform faced a similar days-long outage in September last year.Smart home platform Wink, which switched to a subscription service in July last year, has been facing "connectivity issues" for a week.As reported by the folks at Android Police, Wink acknowledged the issues on January 25 and issued an update on the same day saying it was investigating the issue. Two days later, Wink claimed it had identified the issue and was implementing a fix. Disappointingly, however, the company hasn't been able to resolve the issues yet and its smart home platform is still down.Wink's status page shows it is suffering a major outage across all its int...

Once upon a time, getting one of the best 100W USB-C chargers meant it would be bulky, expensive, and proprietary. Now with Power Delivery, you can now find 100W chargers, with 125W charging on the way, that will charge even the most powerful laptops quickly and will charge even lower-powered devices like Chromebooks and phones, alongside your laptop with ease. The scene is shifting on 100W chargers pretty quickly these days as gallium nitride (GaN) starts making its way into this class of charger, but right now, we have a clear winner in the AUKEY Omnia 100W PD Charger.Deceptively powerfulAUKEY Omnia 100W PD ChargerStaff pickFor the most powerful and compact charger, you can't deny the AUKEY Omnia 100W PD Charger is the one that stands out. Though it only has a single USB-C PD port, when it can pump-out this kind of power, you'll be able to juice up your devices quickly. Due to its implementation of GaN, the size of the charger is small with big-time power.$40 at Amazon...

This game is all about movement freedom and creativity.What you need to knowWinds & Leaves is a gardening sim of sorts that tasks players with regrowing a barren world.The game introduces a new kind of locomotion that uses the PS Move controllers like stilts to move about the world.Winds & Leaves launches on PlayStation VR this Spring.Spring has sprung for PlayStation VR — or, at least, it will when Winds & Leaves joins the ranks of upcoming PSVR games with an exclusive debut on the platform with the next season change. While everyone's still stressed about buying a PS5, you can relax and feel truly zen while regrowing the entire world in Winds & Leaves. That sounds like an awfully daunting task and far from relaxing, but developer Trebuchet promises that the game is all about taking things one step at a time.You'll literally be stepping in Winds & Leaves, too, thanks to a brand new locomotion mechanic that utilizes the somewhat limited PS Move motio...

OLED is the best you can get in TV panels, but it's also rare and far more expensive than most other options. If you can afford it, though, you should upgrade because the image quality can't be beat. Right now, Amazon has LG's CX Series 55-inch OLED 4K Smart TV for $1,349.99 when you clip the $50 off on-page coupon. You can also get this same price at Best Buy if you're a My Best Buy member. My Best Buy is simple and free and just requires an email. Either way, this price matches one of our favorite deals of Black Friday. Since the holiday shopping season ended the TV has been going for as much as $2,000 and has regularly sold for above $1,700. It has been $1,500 for the last month, but this is the first time since the big day we've seen it go this low.The single most important part of buying a TV is the image quality. Things like smart functionality or built-in Wi-Fi are nice, but those can be supplemented if lacking. If the image is bad, the TV will never be good. OLED panels ens...

Samsung's other popular A series phones are also expected to start receiving Android 11 soon.What you need to knowSamsung has started rolling out the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update to the Galaxy A51.The update brings a revamped UI design, the February 2021 security patch, and all major Android 11 features.It will take a few weeks for the update to become widely available.After upgrading nearly all its recent flagship devices to Android 11, Samsung is now shifting focus to its mid-range Galaxy A-series lineup. The Galaxy A51, which is one of the company's best cheap Android phones, has now started receiving the stable Android 11 update.As per SamMobile, the stable Android 11 update for the Galaxy A51 arrives as version A515FXXU4DUB1 and is currently rolling out to users in Russia. It brings pretty much all the Android 11 features you would expect – including one-time permissions, chat bubbles, improved media controls, and Conversation notifications.Additionally, th...

It's never too soon to start saving. Sure, the Google Pixel 5 is still brand new, but thanks to carriers and stores competing for your business, it's usually not too difficult to find an early discount on a popular product such as this. Pixel 5 deals may be limited at first, but we expect we'll be seeing plenty of offers in no time with carrier discounts arriving first and deals on unlocked devices following. Of course, if the Pixel 5 is out of your price range, there are also some stellar Pixel 4a deals available right now.Best Pixel 5 Deals Available NowWhere to buy the Pixel 5Carrier Deals: Trade-in or BOGOUnlocked deals: Up to $100 offThe Google Pixel 5 offers a number of solid improvements upon the Pixel 4. Though its predecessor received some flak for its bad battery life, the Pixel 5 includes a 4080mAh battery that's miles better than the 2800mAh battery found in the Pixel 4. The cameras are receiving an upgrade as well; the telephoto lens from the Pixel 4 has ...

Deeply hidden in your Chrome settings are tools for blocking pop-ups, but because of how Chrome and other web browsers are programmed to earn money, there are still many types of ads that display. Cybercriminals cleverly disguised phishing schemes, adware, or malicious downloads as legitimate ads, so the best and easiest way to protect yourself is with an ad blocker. Here are some of our favorites.Staff pickAdBlockStaff pickOn top of blocking pop-up ads, AdBlock keeps banner ads from downloading within the content you're reading and stops commercials from showing in YouTube videos. AdBlock doesn't ask for personal information before installing the browser extension, and it doesn't keep information about your browser history or other online activity.Free at Chrome StoreAdware and virus blockingAdBlocker UltimateAdBlocker Ultimate stops every kind of ad. It doesn't have a whitelist, so there is no way to make an exception for an ad or pop-up to get through. Th...

Chatting with the AC forums.Taking a look back at some of the best Android phones from the last couple of years, one that stands out as something special is the Google Pixel 3a. The 3a was Google's first budget handset that launched in May 2019, and shortly after its debut, it became known as one of the best deals of the year.Google continued the 3a's legacy with the Pixel 4a and 4a 5G in 2020, and in 2021, we're expecting a Pixel 5a to keep this train rolling.Taking a look back at the Pixel 3a, though, there are still quite a few people using — and loving — Google's first budget device. Sifting through the AC forums, here's what a few of our members have to say. tfitzpat03 02-03-2021 04:33 PM “ I have been using mine since July 2019. Still works great. No real complaints outside of the camera app lag for me. Reply livetovacation60 ...

There is a lot of talk about how mmWave (millimeter-wave) radio spectrum is the future of 5G cellular networks and how it's a must-have if you want the best Android phone — at least on Verizon. But mmWave signals and spectrum isn't something new and it's not something specifically designed for use in broadband carrier networks; it just happens to do a fair job there, too.Because of the way signals are carried across the mmWave bands, there are plenty of other uses in practical consumer electronics, industrial and military applications, and even some pie-in-the-sky municipal networking systems that we'll never see because of the costs associated with building them out. Remember Wi-Max?What is mmWave exactly?It's common to see articles written about mmWave that don't tell you how or why it works, or at best just give a general idea instead of explaining it. I know I'm guilty of writing some myself.mmWave is a specific area of the radio frequency spectrum that covers all fre...

The issues appear to be limited to the U.S. currently.What you need to knowSome users are reporting connectivity issues with Amazon's Alexa voice assistant.As per Down Detector, issues are being detected across several cities in the U.S.Users reports suggest the issues started around 7:50 AM ET.Multiple users are reporting that they are having problems interacting with Amazon's Alexa voice assistant this morning. As per data from Down Detector, the problems started at 7:48 AM ET. While the majority of users are experiencing issues connecting with the server, some users say they are having trouble logging in.The live outage map on the Down Detector website shows issues are currently being detected in New York, Seattle, Washington, Boston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and a few other cities across the U.S.In 2021, I want to see a truly mobile (and useful) version of Alexa...

Best answer: You can use your Stadia controller to play games on PC via Steam. Alternatively, your Stadia controller also works with Xbox Cloud Gaming for Android.Try a new gaming subscription: Xbox Game Pass Ultimate ($15 at Amazon)Stay charged up: USB-C charging cables ($12 at Amazon)What else can I do with my Stadia controller?On February 2, 2021, Google announced that it was shutting down Stadia Games and Entertainment, closing its internal development studios, with head Jade Raymond departing the company. Moving forward, there won't be any internally-developed exclusive games. Your Stadia controller may not be used for playing exclusive games developed by Stadia Games and Entertainment but it can be used for a few other things.To start, if you still want to play games remotely, you can try Xbox Cloud Gaming for Android. You'll need an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, at which point you just pair the Stadia controller to your phone using a USB-C cable and you're g...

The Realme X7 is the first phone to launch in India with MediaTek's Dimensity 800U chipset.What you need to knowRealme's X7 series phones are now official in India.Both the phones offer 5G connectivity and feature 64MP main cameras.The Realme X7 will go on sale in India from February 12 for a starting price of ₹19,999 ($275).Realme today launched its X7 series phones in India, nearly five months after their debut in China. Just as expected, however, the Indian Realme X7 variant is a rebranded version of the Realme V15. The phone's main rival in the Indian market will be the Xiaomi Mi 10i, which is currently the best Android phone in the mid-range segment.The Realme X7 sports a 6.4-inch FHD+ AMOLED screen with a hole-punch cutout in the top-left corner for the 16MP selfie camera. It is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 800U chipset, paired with up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of UFS 2.1 storage. Around the back of the phone is a triple-camera setup featuring a 64MP mai...

Value is about more than price; it's about longevity and durability.I know that I'm fortunate to have a job where I get to test, play with, and write about gadgets and gizmos galore — believe me, I'm very grateful to be in this position! But most of the devices I use are only in use for a short amount of time before they have to be either returned or are replaced by the next version to review. However, if you were to take a look at the products that I've purchased for myself, you'd see many older, beat up devices that have faithfully served me for many years. But what might surprise you is the manufacturer for some of my favorite devices that have had the longest lifespans. It's not Apple, Google/Nest, or Samsung, but rather Amazon whose devices have proven the most durable and have stood up to the Johnson family household. Despite being absurdly affordable, Amazon's first-party devices manage to last longer than many more premium and expensive options.We cover a lot of Am...

All you need to know to pick the perfect Hulu plan.Hulu boasts a massive media library that gives subscribers access to thousands of hours of new and classic content at the touch of a button. But with so much to watch, it's important that every subscriber can curate their individual streaming experience. With that in mind, Hulu offers three different subscription plans, as well as a bundle option that also includes access to Disney+ and ESPN+. Here's a rundown of all the Hulu plans and prices, so that you can decide which is right for you.Streaming made easyHuluFrom $6 at HuluAll the shows and movies you'll needHulu offers three different subscription plans. Pick which plan works best for you and start exploring Hulu's massive library of classic movies, trending series, Hulu Originals and more.Hulu's most popular planHulu offers three different tiers when it comes to signing up for a monthly subscription. The most popular plan is also the cheapest at $6 a mont...

This five-bay NAS is great as a Plex server and doubles up as a robust office-focused enclosure.Synology has plenty of options if you're looking for the best NAS for Plex. The storage manufacturer has a vast array of NAS enclosures catered to home as well as office users, with the Plus series aimed at the prosumer market.The 5-bay DiskStation DS1520+ is a particularly alluring option in Synology's portfolio: it sits above the multimedia-focused 4-bay DS920+ — which costs $549 — and is more affordable than the $800 6-bay Ryzen-powered DS1621+. While the DS1621+ is aimed more at SMBs and doesn't have Plex transcoding, the DS1520+ is ideally suited to media streaming and holds its own for productivity-related use cases.Think of the DS1520+ as a larger DS920+ with better extensibility — with two eSATA ports at the back, you can add up to ten additional drive bays to the NAS. Another upside is that it comes with 8GB of RAM out of the box, double that of the DS920+. So let's se...

Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro owners in Europe will have to wait slightly longer to receive the update.What you need to knowXiaomi's Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro phones have started receiving the stable Android 11 update.The new build is still based on MIUI 12, and not the newer MIUI 12.5. Along with new Android 11 features, the update also brings the January 2021 security patch.Xiaomi's Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro, which are among the best Android phones in Xiaomi's current lineup, have finally started receiving the Android 11 update. As reported by the folks at XDA Developers, the Android 11 update is now rolling out to Mi 10T and Mi 10T Pro users in India.The update arrives as build version 12.1.1.0.RJDINXM and weighs in at 2.8GB in size. It brings a ton of new features – including improved privacy, one-time permissions, wireless Android Auto support, smart device controls, and more. The January 2021 Android security patch is included as well.Unfortunately, however, the update doesn't...

Best answer: No. The PS5 includes a one-year warranty directly from Sony at no charge. You can also get an extended 90 days warranty beyond the initial year if you register your console.Grab some games: PlayStation Store Gift Card ($20 at Amazon)Get an extra controller: PS5 DualSense Controller ($70 at Amazon)Should you buy an extended warranty for PS5?Unless you are highly accident-prone, you likely don't need to take out an extended warranty on your PS5. It's understandable why you'd want to: due to high demand, it's very difficult to buy a PS5 right now and depending the type of console you get — a regular PS5 or PS5 Digital Edition — you'll be making a $400 to $500 investment.With that in mind, you are most likely fine without getting any sort of extended warranty. Your PS5 comes with a one-year warranty by default, meaning you'll have a decent window of time to check for any major hardware problems or defects. While there's a full list of PlayStation 5 errors and ...

It's Super Bowl week and, if you've recently cut the cord, you're probably thinking about how to watch Super Bowl 2021 this year. With a variety of streaming options, there's basically a way for everyone to watch this year and maybe even catch a stream for free.While there are ample ways to stream the biggest game of the year online, you actually need some hardware to stream the game on. Fortunately, the makers of the most popular streaming hardware are wise to the fact that the biggest annual sporting event is coming right up and are offering some excellent deals on their streaming sticks and set top boxes.Check out the best streaming device deals below and place your orders in time for the main event.Best Super Bowl deals on Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV & moreAmazon Fire TV Stick Lite | $21.99 at AmazonThe Fire TV Stick Line is a fantastic entry-level streaming device, perfect for any TV and any room. It's directly discounted to just $22 which is only a few bucks more ...