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Will a new name and new look make users interested?What you need to knowSamsung may be overhauling its news feed once again after Bixby Home and Samsung Daily.The new Samsung Free features a three-tab navigation structure.Users may be able to access Samsung Free through the One UI beta program.Once upon a time, Samsung had Bixby Home. It was the smartphone giant's answer to Google Feed, which normally sits to the left of the home screen. Then, as interest in Bixby waned, Samsung rebranded to Samsung Daily, adding some improvements to make the card-based news feed more useful. Apparently, their efforts resulted in little yield, because the feed is once again being rebranded — and completely revamped.XDA Developers spotted a notice on Reddit informing users that Samsung was retiring Samsung Daily for a newer, more streamlined experience called Samsung Free. The feed will apparently do away with the card-based view of the previous iterations and feature a multi-tab navigat...

2020 was an important year for 5G. 2021 will be the year of 5G growth.What you need to knowQualcomm announced fiscal Q4 earnings on Wednesday.Revenues were up all around as 5G smartphone sales increase.The outlook for 2021 includes a projected 500 million 5G smartphones shipped.Qualcomm stock rallied more that 13% in after-hours trading following the release of a better-than-expected earnings report. The San Diego-based chip giant posted fiscal Q4 earnings on Wednesday that beat Wall Street's expectations.The company reported earnings of $1.45 per share on revenues of $6.5 billion. This was above the expected $1.17 per share and $5.96 billion in revenues that analysts predicted. Qualcomm's chip segment, which represents the company's largest in sales and includes revenues from headset, IoT, automotive, and radio, raked in $4.87 billion in sales, an increase of 38% in sales when compared to the same quarter last year. Despite a seemingly volatile year for smartphone sales,...

Walmart's first major Black Friday event starts today! Hooray! Grab the Instant Pot Viva 9-in-1 6-quart programmable pressure cooker on sale for $49 when the deals go live at 7 p.m. Eastern. Don't be surprised if this deal goes really fast as Instant Pot deals tend to be big sellers on Black Friday. Set up a reminder and be prepared to move when it goes live. Before dropping to the deal price, the Viva's going for $100. That's 50% off the price for Black Friday.Instant Pot Viva 6-quart 9-in-1 pressure cookerKicking off with the first of many Walmart Black Friday sales events this month, this Instant Pot pressure cooker will drop down to this low price at 7 p.m. Eastern tonight. Grab it while you can because it won't last long!$49 at WalmartInstant Pot has a lot of different models at this point with new ones coming out all the time. You can see that even among the other product lineups it's hard to find any of them that are just as versatile for such a low price as today'...

With deals season on the horizon, we're already starting to see enticing discounts on phones. The OnePlus 7T is still a fantastic phone a year after its launch, and right now you can get your hands on the device for just $350 from Woot. That's for the T-Mobile version, but you can use it on other GSM networks, and you're getting a brand new device with a one-year warranty.I've seen the OnePlus 7T go down to $399 in earlier deals, and the fact that it's now down to $350 makes it a downright steal. As a reminder, OnePlus launched the phone last year for $599, and had it on sale for $499 following the launch of the OnePlus 8 series. The unlocked model sold out shortly thereafter, but the T-Mobile version is still available, and you can pick it up on OnePlus website for $449. But if you head on over to Woot, you can get the same phone for just $350.OnePlus 7TThe OnePlus 7T still has a lot to offer in 2020. The Snapdragon 855+ chipset is just as powerful as the 865, you get a vibr...

At 7 p.m. Eastern on Nov. 4, Walmart's first of several Black Friday sales events begins! And one of the deals going live will be the JLab Audio Studio active noise-cancelling Bluetooth headphones for just $30. These are normally $60 headphones, and they're still going for that price at other retailers like Best Buy. Now they're going for half the price, and you know since it's a Black Friday deal that it's going to sell out quick. Be prepared!JLab Audio Studio ANC Bluetooth headphonesThis deal goes live at 7 p.m. Eastern on Nov. 4. It may or may not sell out quickly so if you're interested, better set a reminder on your phone. The price is half off the regular cost of the headphones and one of the best deals we've ever seen.$30 at WalmartIt's amazing how inexpensive certain technologies have gotten recently. Active noise-cancelling used to be the sort of tech that was an absolute luxury to have and would set you back hundreds. Even Bluetooth was a lot less accessible at ...

HMD Global's first 5G phone is making its way to Verizon.What you need to knowNokia is preparing to launch the Nokia 8 V 5G UW.The phone is slated for a November 9 announcement going off a now-deleted YouTube live stream.As the branding indicates, this is likely a variant of the Nokia 8.3 5G which went on sale last month.The Nokia 8.3 5G has already been made available for sale in America, but a version built for Verizon wireless may just be on its way. Dubbed the Nokia 8 V 5G UW, HMD Global had started a countdown to a live stream for a virtual event on YouTube before pulling it shortly after (spotted via Android Police).If things are as they appear, the Nokia 8 V 5G will follow the same path as other Verizon UW phones. You may recall the Galaxy A71, LG Velvet, and Pixel 4 5G phones making their way to Verizon over the summer. It'll come with mmWave support, it may have some small spec tweaks, and Verizon may request an exclusive colorway to differentiate its variant as ...

Black Friday starts right now if you're a Walmart shopper. Instead of holding all of its deals until the end of November, it has instead opted to spread out its deals across the month this year meaning you can get a head start on your holiday shopping and maybe even avoid going into a store at all during Black Friday.If you're in the market for a robot vacuum deal this year, one unmissable deal just kicked off at Walmart that offers the Eufy RoboVac 25C for just $99. This vacuum has been going for $149 recently and as much as $250 before that so getting it for under $100 is a total steal. the deal is only available for a few days or while supplies last, so don't wait on it.Eufy RoboVac 25C Robot Vacuum CleanerIt's 2020 so you really shouldn't be vacuuming for yourself anymore. Thankfully, with this $50 discount on the Eufy RoboVac 25C, you don't have to! From 7pm ET on November 4, you can score it for just $99. It's capable of vacuuming for 100 minutes and has suction power o...

Walmart's first huge Black Friday sales event kicks off today, Nov. 4. While some of the deals will last for a few days and through to the next event later in the month, some of these deals are going to go fast. Like... zoom zoom... spam that "Add to Cart" button fast. One of the those deals is this Onn. 42-inch 1080p Roku TV. Starting at 7 p.m. Eastern this evening, the TV is going to be just $88. That's a ridiculously low price for such a large screen. To put how inexpensive that is into perspective, Walmart currently has a 32-inch Onn. TV at only 720p resolution going for $20 more. Get ready for this one because even if it's not the best TV on the planet, you can't tell me you couldn't do something with a 42-inch screen for under $100.That's not the only TV going on sale tonight, either. At the same time as the 42-inch screen, there will be a 65-inch 4K Onn. Roku TV going on sale for $228. If you need to upgrade your size and resolution, this is the way to go. Chances are you won'...

This year's Black Friday shopping events are going to be a little different — but that's not necessarily a bad thing. Retailers are planning to kick off their fall sales earlier than usual with deals being spread throughout November meaning Black Friday-worthy deals will be available sooner.Walmart's Black Friday sale is one of the first to get underway with a whole host of deals going live today. Its 'Deals for Days' promotion spans three events in November, the first of which kicks off on November 4 at 7pm ET. That means there are several online-only deals going live tonight with a bunch more appearing online and in-store on November 7.We've rounded up the best deals from this first Deals for Days event below to make things easy for you. Event 2 will follow on November 11 with a focus on electronics, like TVs, computers, and tablets, with more deals launching online and in-store on November 14.Walmart will then wrap up its Deals for Days promotion with a third event that begi...

The first of Walmart's several Black Friday sales events starts today, Nov. 4. Tonight the deals go live at 7 p.m. Eastern, and one of the deals you'll want to be ready for is this MSI GF65 Thin gaming laptop that's going to be down to a low price of just $799. The laptop's normal price is $979 so you're saving $180 with this deal. It's already easily worth that $979 price, so getting it for $799 is just a steal.MSI GF65 Thin gaming laptop | $180 offThe MSI GF65 Thin is a fantastic entry-level gaming laptop, and it's going to be $180 off for a limited time in this online doorbuster. The sales start at 7 p.m. Eastern on Nov. 4. Grab it while you can because it will sell out fast.$799 at WalmartBefore we even get into the specifications, one of the things that makes the GF65 Thin a gaming laptop and one of the reasons MSI's entry-level laptops are held in such high regard is that the laptop is upgradeable. It might not come with the most power right out of the box, but you ...

Samsung largely dominates the Android tablet space with a great device at nearly every price point, ranging from the ultra-affordable to more luxury tiers. The Galaxy Tab A sits somewhere in the middle, with reasonably powerful specs and a large, bright display at a fair value — and thanks to early Black Friday sales, it's currently available for 40% off, making it a very difficult deal to pass up on.Big, bright screenSamsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1" (2019) | 40% off at Best BuyThe Galaxy Tab A is an excellent mid-range tablet with a bright, large screen for watching movies and playing games. There's plenty of room to multitask as well, making it ideal for all types of users.$200 at Best Buy$199 at Walmart $230 at B&HSitting at just $200, the Galaxy Tab A offers a sharp 10.1-inch display that's perfect for watching movies, playing games, and casual browsing. It also packs the Exynos 7904 processor and 128GB of internal storage — expandable via microSD, of course.With...

I freaking love this Roborock!I started using a Roborock S6 in my home last year and I instantly fell in love with it. They're among the best robot vacuums and are definitely worth purchasing when at a regular price. But right now, select Roborocks are on sale thanks to some Black Friday robot vacuum deals that have select units selling for 35% off. That means the Roborock S6 is selling for only $420 instead of $650. Getting an amazing robot vacuum this cheap is definitely a steal. You should pick one up while the deal lasts.But you might be asking, Rebecca, what makes these vacuums so great anyways? I'm more than happy to tell you. Roborocks all have an intelligent design that gets them to clean your rooms in an orderly back and forth fashion. That means you'll always come out to perfect vacuum lines on your carpets, rugs, and hard floors, so you never have to worry about it missing sections of your home.The perfect cleanerRoborock S6$420 at AmazonLeaves perfect vacuum...

Black Friday is home to seemingly endless deals. Whether it be video games, televisions, kitchen appliances, or anything else in between, chances are you can find some sort of discount for it during this time of year.That's also the case when it comes to Android phones, with Black Friday 2020 already offering quite a few noteworthy savings. Joining the list of Android deals this Black Friday is the TCL 10L, which is on sale right now.The TCL 10L normally sells for $250, but if you clip a free coupon before checkout on Amazon, you can instantly save $40 — bringing the final price down to just $210. For a phone that's already very affordable without any extra discounts, this is incredibly tempting.So much valueTCL 10L | $40 off at AmazonBuying a new Android phone doesn't have to break the bank, as evident by this Black Friday deal for the TCL 10L. The phone's retail price is already pretty affordable at $250, but clipping a free coupon can make it yours for just $210....

We know that Apple's second-gen AirPods are going to drop in price in Walmart's early Black Friday sale, but Amazon is getting out ahead of that with its own AirPods price drop.Right now, you can score a set of the popular true wireless earbuds for just $99 there, a savings of $60. That's the lowest we've ever seen them go there and a deal worth snagging if you want a pair.With the second-generation AirPods, you get the H1 chip inside instead of the W1 of the first-gen model, which still offers the same easy pairing but also enables features like the ability to have your SMS messages read to you while the headphones are in use. They have support for Siri, so you can use "Hey Siri" to request changes to songs, volumes or make calls and get directions. They can also be double-tapped to skip a song.You'll get about 5 hours of listening time, or 3 hours of talk time on a single charge, but they come inside of the AirPods charging case, which will net you multiple charges for more t...

The best wireless chargers for the Galaxy Note 20 are consistent, stylish, and speedy. They should never make you guess whether your phone is lined up properly, nor should they leave you waiting and waiting on a sluggish 5W charge instead of Samsung's Fast Charge wireless profiles. These are the best and brightest wireless chargers for the Samsung Galaxy Note 20, whether you need something light and nimble for your cubicle at work or need a sturdy stand for your nightstand.Fastest speedSamsung 15W Fast Charge 2.0 Wireless Charger StandStaff pickThis is just about the only charger that actually charges the Note 20 at 15W, since most third-party 15W chargers use a different protocol than Samsung's Fast Charge 2.0.$60 at Amazon$60 at Best BuyCharge your way!Anker PowerWave AlloyWhile most wireless chargers are still powered by Qualcomm QuickCharge, this well-made Anker charger lets you use QC or Power Delivery, so basically any fast-charger in your house will work...

What you need to knowBefore the T-Mobile merger, Sprint was claiming subsidies for approximately 885,000 Lifeline subscribers even though they were not using the service.Sprint sold Lifeline service under the Assurance Wireless brand to low-income households and received a $9.25 subsidy for most subscribers.Sprint was required to remove customers that weren't using the service after 30 days of inactivity due to the non-usage rule.T-Mobile will need to pay $200 million to the U.S. treasury due to Lifeline rule violations by Sprint. An Enforcement Bureau investigation for the FCC found that Sprint was claiming subsidies for approximately 885,000 Lifeline subscribers even though they were not using the service. This move, prior to the merger with T-Mobile, was in violation of a non-usage rule which required Sprint to de-enroll subscribers that did not use their service in the past 30 days with a 15-day notice. This as well as other rules were put in place to prevent wasting taxp...

Thankfully, Sony has made the backup process extremely easy for PlayStation 4 users. Whether you're fully wiping your console or simply backing-up as a precaution, all you need is a PlayStation Plus subscription or a USB thumb drive to backup your save data on the PS4.Products used in this guideUpload saves to the cloud: 12 Months of PlayStation Plus ($60 at Amazon)Copy and store your saves: 64GB SanDisk Extreme Go USB Drive ($20 at Amazon)How to access PlayStation Plus cloud storageFor $60 you can purchase a year's subscription to PlayStation Plus if you are not already a member. Along with the free games you can download every month, and the ability to play online with friends, PS Plus members have access to Sony's cloud storage. You can upload your save data to the cloud and be sure that you will have access to it for as long as you are a member.To upload your save data:Navigate to your PlayStation 4 settings menu.Click on Application Saved Data Management to acce...

Screenwise Meter was a low-key app that became the center of a brief dispute between Apple and Google.What you need to knowGoogle is ending its Audience Measurement program.It's also killing the associated Screenwise Meter app that granted the company access to user data in return for rewards. Users have until December 2nd to redeem all their remaining rewards.Google is killing off Screenwise Meter, an app that it used to track user engagement with their screens, hence the name. It was an audience engagement program that rewarded users 18 and above with gift cards. Users would in turn provided the company with valuable data.The app is now being killed off by December 2nd, and Google is encouraging all users to retrieve their rewards by that time (via Android Police).A Google page for the program now reads: Audience Measurement has ended Since the end date, you haven't been metered or earned reward points. We emailed you to let you know that Audience Measur...

Upgrading to a bigger or better TV doesn't have to come at a huge expense. In fact, right now you can score TCL's 55-inch 4K Smart Android TV (Series 4) on sale at Best Buy for just $249.99 thanks to a one-day discount that saves you $150 instantly. Since this TV is a Best Buy-exclusive, you won't find it or this discount available anywhere else. Best Buy offers free shipping with its purchase.TCL's 4 Series 4K Android TV features Ultra HD picture quality and access to all of your favorite streaming apps without needing to plug in any additional devices, from Netflix and Hulu to Disney+, Prime Video, Sling, YouTube TV, and more. It also allows for easy input switching to your cable box, gaming console, and other devices all on one unified home screen. There's even a built-in tuner if you have an antenna connected.This TV has the Google Assistant built-in so you can control compatible smart home devices, get the answers to your questions, and more using the included Voice Remote, ...

If you want to stay mentally sharp as the years pass, it's important to keep using your mind. CogniFit helps you track and train your cognitive skills, and you can currently get a 12-month Premium subscription for just $49.99.https://www.youtube.com/embed/hC2mVAGg_pUThe effects of time on your body are quite easy to see. But what about your brain? You might not notice a slow deterioration in your thinking abilities over time.Using a range of tasks and games, CogniFit monitors changes to your mind. Based on the latest neuroscience research, the app looks at 23 different cognitive skills.You can then strengthen any area through mental exercises. This could be concentration, coordination, memory, perception, or reasoning. The training is also personalized, based on preferences and your age.Using CogniFit every day is a great way to maintain mental sharpness. Users agree — the app is rated at 4.4 stars on Android and iOS.One year of Premium access is worth $119, but you can ge...

Thursday Night Football will be a tale of overcoming injuries. Both the 49ers and Packers, like a lot of teams this year, have faced an inordinate amount of sidelined players due to injuries. The question is which team can push through and relay on their second and third string to show up?On the Niners side, George Kittle and Jimmy Garoppolo are both out for Thursday. Garoppolo suffered an ankle sprain last week against the Seahawks which will take him out of the spotlight on Thursday, but it is unclear how much longer the injury will keep him from playing. It's likely the San Francisco quarterback has been hurt all along and has just been playing through the pain. Possibly more critical is the loss of Kittle for at least eight weeks with a broken bone in his foot.The Packers have a chance to capitalize if running back Aaron Jones and receiver Allen Lazard can be healthy enough for Thursday's matchup. Linebacker Christian Kirksey may also make it back too if Green Bay is lucky. T...

One of the biggest reasons to buy a high-end phone is for the camera. Whether through computational processing or the use of as many lenses as possible, phones are taking good enough photos these days that most people don't even consider a dedicated camera. Luckily, there are plenty of options for people that want effortless point-and-shoot style photography, as well as those who want to go more in-depth or have different needs in a phone beyond the camera. The best Android camera is on the Google Pixel 5 because it's simple to use yet produces amazing photos in all conditions.Point and shootGoogle Pixel 5Staff pickIf you want the very best camera experience you can get on an Android phone, the Pixel 5 is what you need to buy. The 12MP primary and 16MP ultra-wide sensors might not sound all that impressive, but when combined with Google's unmatched image processing, you end up with a phone that takes incredible pictures every time you press the shutter button. Day or night,...

The Pixel 5's display gap is just a normal part of the design, Google explained.What you need to knowSome Pixel 5 units presented with display gaps shortly after launch.It was feared that this could compromise the build quality of the device, leading to issues with the advertised dust and water resistance.Google today says there's nothing to worry about.Google's Pixel 5 just launched last month to mostly positive reviews, but some news threatened to put a dampener on that. Some Pixel 5 owners reported their phones had a gap between the display and the body, leading to build quality and durability concerns. Some buyers even returned their phones only to find the gap present on their new device.After doing some investigation, Google says that it's nothing to worry about. Writing on the original complaint thread, a Google community specialist said: We've had a chance to investigate units from customers and, combined with our quality control data from the factory, we can ...

The best cheap NAS (network-attached storage) enclosure is one that gives you all the features that you'd look for in an internet-connected storage drive for less. Ideally, it should be able to back up the data and photos on all devices on your home network, play your media collection across devices, and provide adequate storage for all your data needs. There are plenty of great options that do just that, but our favorite is the Synology DiskStation DS220j, which is a great starter model if you're looking to upgrade your home network.1. Synology DiskStation DS220j: Best OverallIf you're looking to build a NAS for backing up data from all the phones and Windows and macOS machines in your house or storing your audio and media library, Synology is the ideal place to start. The brand sells dozens of enclosures across all price points, but if you're looking at a budget model to get started, the DiskStation DS220j is a great option.The DS220j has two drive bays, and each bay can ac...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This November will be full of Black Friday deals as stores combat overcrowding by offering more deals throughout the month and more online offers than ever before. There are already some stellar opportunities to save on everything from tech and video games to mattresses, home appliances, and more. There's even an offer on the all-new Amazon eero 6 Mesh Wi-Fi System that could seriously enhance your internet connection at home.For a limited time, Amazon will throw in a free Echo Dot smart speaker and two Philips Hue smart bulbs when you purchase the eero 6 Mesh Wi-Fi System at its regular price of $279. That saves you $80 off what these items would cost separately, and it also means you'll be able to use the Echo Dot to voice control the eero 6 and even turn off access to specific devices with your voice.A similar deal is available on the eero 6 Pro Mesh Wi-Fi System; you'll score a free Fire TV Cube (valued at $120) bundled in at the eero 6 Pro's regular price of $599.The eero ...

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

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

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

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

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