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Google says this update is the "largest gain in Chrome performance in years."What you need to knowGoogle's Chrome 87 is rolling out this week with speed and performance improvements.Google says this version of Chrome will give you up to 1.25 hours more battery life.Chrome's address bar and tab strip will also get more powerful on the desktop, with the former offering action buttons and the latter now being searchable. Google today released Chrome 87, its final build of the browser for 2020. The new update brings improved speed and improvements to common features like tabs, and the address bar.First, Gooogle really talked up the speed of its browser in this release. Not just on the desktop, but also on Android. Google says that Chrome on Android loads pages instantaneously when you're moving forward and backward. Presumably, you've already pre-loaded those pages, so it's just speeding that common navigation use case up.On all platforms, Google says that battery life usin...

As high-end phones get more expensive, cheap Android phones are getting better. It's 2020, and flagship smartphones are all nearly a thousand dollars or more, so why not spend a little less? We've researched and ranked all of the best cheap Android phones you can buy, and with our buyer's guide, you'll find the perfect phone for you — like the Moto G Power, our best overall pick.The best cheap Android phones at a glanceMoto G Power — Best Overall: Very little sacrificed to hit this low price point.Google Pixel 4a —Best Upgrade Pick: A better camera for just a little more cash.Moto G Fast — Best Value: Cuts a few corners if you need to save even more money.Samsung Galaxy A71 —Best Camera System: Four cameras to help you get the best shot.Nokia 5.3 — Best Under $200: A decent phone with a clean interface.Samsung Galaxy A51 — Best Budget Samsung Phone: Get the Samsung experience without spending thousands.TCL 10L — Best Features: A phone that flew under the rada...

PS5 stock is selling out fast so be sure to have your credit card ready.Update: The console is back in stock and the queue is open at Sony as of 2:45 pm ET on Tuesday, Nov. 17!Want to buy a PS5? Well, so do millions of other people and the stock levels that we've seen so far are tight. Every time a retailer puts stock up for sale, it sells out super quickly. The longest we've seen them stay in stock is like 15 - 20 minutes, and that's at random times, so finding one for yourself can be a difficult task. Sony has warned that it will be difficult to find stock, but retailers are promising more is coming.In our PS5 review, we called it a technical marvel with a groundbreaking controller.Jump to:Where to buy PS5Where to buy PS5 Digital EditionWhere to buy PS5 accessoriesTips for buying a PS5Where to buy PS5 in the USIn the U.S., there are a bunch of retailers that are selling the PlayStation 5, including Best Buy, Walmart, Amazon and others. They all seem to be dro...

Rebecca, Carli, and Jen review the new Xbox Series X, Series S, and Sony Playstation 5. But they also cover X-Men comics, Baby Yoda's insatiable appetite, and why you shouldn't blow vape smoke into your console.Hosted by: Jennifer Locke, Carli Velocci, and Rebecca SpearGot feedback? Hit up Podcast@androidcentral.com and tell us something!LISTEN NOW:LINKS:List of Xbox Series X, Series S known bugs and launch issues | Windows CentralHere's every lie about the Xbox Series X, debunked | Windows CentralBest Xbox Series X, Series S games to try first at launch | Windows CentralXbox Series X review: Powerful and bold — with a games lineup that's uncertain | Windows CentralXbox Series S review: Next-gen goes back to basics | Windows CentralPS5 review: A technical marvel with a groundbreaking controller | Android CentralBest PS5 Games 2020 | Android CentralWhere to buy PS5: Sony has stock RIGHT NOW | Android Central...

Separate work from play using Android's multi-user options.Every Android phone that's Google-certified has an option that lets you have more than one login that's completely separate from the main account you used to set up the phone. You don't have to switch SIM cards or SD cards and you get the same features that come with your phone, but the two accounts don't share any data.This is a great idea if you have kids who might want to use your phone, but it's also perfect for anyone who uses one phone for personal and for work use. Your boss might even like the idea!There are some details you want to know before you just start setting things up. These could be a dealbreaker, so it's good to know what's up before you consider it.Most Android phones sold in North America only use one SIM card so your number stays the same. By default, a secondary account can't use SMS but that can be changed in the account settings.Only the Admin account — the one you used to first sign into...

See if Stadia's experience could work for you.What you need to knowGoogle Stadia is a cloud-streaming platform for gaming in a slowly growing market.Before, you could either buy into Stadia's monthly subscription, or use it for free but pay for the games.Now, Stadia is planning to let players try the service completely for free, using Destiny 2 as the demo game.You can play Destiny 2 through Stadia for free starting November 19, but it's just the base game.Google Stadia has had a rollercoaster of a life, but one of the biggest obstacles to cloud gaming platforms is getting people to try them in the first place. Now, according to the Verge, Stadia has a plan to get new players to try out the service, and see if it works for them. Starting November 19, anyone will be able to use a Chromebook, web browser, or Android device and play Destiny 2 completely for free, without having to pay for the game or for the monthly subscription.There are a few caveats with this freebie, ho...

The action genre, by definition, includes a multitude of varying styles. The most defining characteristic, however, is fast-paced, frenetic gameplay. Thankfully for those looking for some action, the PS4 has a ton of fantastic games in the genre to offer, accrued over the years of the console's lifecycle, and even some stretching into the newest generation. Here are some of the best PS4 action games available right now.★ Featured favoriteSpider-Man: Miles MoralesAlthough it isn't a full-fledged new game, Spider-Man: Miles Morales finally gives players the chance to step into the suit with Morales, a character many were introduced to in 2018's Spider-Man game. Now, Miles has his own adventure, and fans of the original game will definitely want to pick this game up. There are new gameplay mechanics and you get the chance to swing through New York City once again. Better yet, the game is available on both PS4 and PS5.$50 at Amazon$50 at Best Buy$50 at WalmartTr...

Until You Fall is one of our favorite VR games around, and this Until You Fall giveaway is sure to get you pumped all day long with its synth-wave soundtrack. The game just launched on the Oculus Quest platform, PlayStation VR, SteamVR, and Oculus Rift after a full year in early access, and developer Schell Games has partnered up with us to deliver a great prize pack to four lucky winners!Until You Fall is a VR-exclusive hack-and-slash roguelite that pits players in a never-ending battle against hordes of enemies in an attempt to save Rokar. But death isn't the end — In fact, death is the only way to level up and get more powerful over time. While defeating each area filled with enemies, players can choose from several power-ups, including Aether, the power currency used in the game to enhance weapons and gain new abilities.Each wave of enemies is successively harder, and each of the three level tiers not only increases in difficulty but also in weapon and enemy variety, as wel...

Ting Mobile is proud to announce brand new pricing plans for all! Now, no matter if you use 2GB or 20GB a month, there's a perfect Ting plan for you and your family. And no need to worry — the only thing that's changed is a lower monthly phone bill. You still get access to Ting's award-winning customer service with nationwide LTE and 5G coverage, plus no contracts, ever.We've partnered with Ting Mobile to not only help you save an extra $25 on a new Ting plan, but also to give away one new Pixel 4a to three Android Central Readers! Keep reading for info on the new plans and to enter the giveaway!Not only has Ting launched a Set data plan with 5 GB of fast data plus unlimited data at 2G speed beyond the fast data allotment for just $25, they've also announced two Unlimited plans! These new plans include unlimited talk and text and 22 GB of fast data for $45 or 35 GB of fast data for $60. If you run out of fast data, you can add more for just $5 a GB and all top-ups will be...

Netgear's Nighthawk AX4 Wi-Fi 6 router is deeply discounted, making it a great way to get in on Wi-Fi 6.Wi-Fi 6 is the next wireless standard that's taking over for Wi-Fi 5. While it is backward compatible, most new devices are shipping with Wi-Fi 6 baked in, making for a faster, more reliable connection. If your router could use an upgrade, going with Wi-Fi 6 is recommended, but the cost is usually elevated due to the new tech. However, thanks to Black Friday savings, you can grab this Netgear Nighthawk Wi-Fi 6 router for just $99.Netgear Nighthawk AX4 | $70 off at WalmartThis Wi-Fi 6 router can handle medium to large homes with an average amount of traffic. It has combined AX3000 speeds, and there are four LAN ports for your wired devices. Get it $70 cheaper thanks to advance Black Friday savings.$99 at WalmartWi-Fi 6 (or 802.11ax) is the successor to Wi-Fi 5 (or 802.11ac). All Wi-Fi 6 devices work with Wi-Fi 5 routers, and Wi-Fi 5 devices work with Wi-Fi 6 routers. No wo...

Rolling out over the next couple of days.What you need to knowGoogle is rolling out new updates to Wear OS and Google Fit.Google Fit receives a revamped home screen and sleep tracker integration.Wear OS will be getting three new tiles, a Workout Tile, a Breathe Tile, and an improved Weather Tile.As 2020 comes to an end and we prepare to stuff up on Thanksgiving and Christmas turkeys, Google is rolling out updates to Wear OS and Google Fit, enabling users to keep track of their health and fitness goals at a glanceFirst, Google is revamping the home screen of the Google Fit apps on iOS and Android. You'll now be able to see at a glance, not only your recent heart points and steps count, but it'll also show your most recent workouts and track your heart rate, weight, and blood pressure if you've logged them. You can now share all these metrics with your friends and family, either to keep yourself accountable, or just to show off.The Google Fit app is also now improving i...

As Black Friday approaches, there will be more and more video doorbell deals. However, you can save some serious cash on this excellent deal from Eufy and Best Buy right now. Eufy may not be the most well-known brand when it comes to video doorbells, but it doesn't mean that it's not one of the best out there. When you factor in the $60 savings from Best Buy, you have no reason to skip this deal if you are in the market for a video doorbell.Eufy Smart Wi-Fi 2K Video Doorbell | $60 off at Best Buy$140 at Best BuyIf you are looking for a video doorbell, don't hesitate to pick up the Eufy Smart Wi-Fi 2K Video Doorbell. With excellent video quality and no monthly fees, all you need to do is sign up for a free My Best Buy account to slash $60 off the price!It was once really pricey to get started with this technology for your home, but video doorbells have become very common these days. Not that getting a one is necessarily cheap, but there are some fantastic options out the...

To manage any project efficiently, it's essential to stay organized. Hubstaff Tasks is an Agile-based tool that helps you handle workflows and checklists with ease. Thanks to a special Android Central deal, you can get a lifetime subscription for just $49.99.Whether you lead a team of developers or run your own business, the same principles of management apply. The key is keeping track of time, money, and resources.Hubstaff Tasks makes this pretty easy. Rated at 4.5 stars on Capterra, this platform helps you take control with visual kanban boards and custom project templates. The interface provides all the details you need, without any clutter.To speed things up, Hubstaff Tasks lets you create automated workflows. If you are running an Agile operation, the app can also schedule stand-ups automatically and help you plan sprints.The built-in search and filters allow you to find anything in seconds. You can then assign tasks to team members and attach relevant files.Normally $1,5...

Black Friday isn't all about scoring sweet savings on your next big tech purchase or home appliance (though that's certainly nice). You can also use holiday sales to get a deal on digital goods like apps and services. If you're looking for a great VPN deal this month, you're in luck as many providers have kickstarted their sales already. One such option is ProtonVPN which is offering up to 50% off its subscriptions for a limited time.We've previously recommended the free VPN plan that ProtonVPN offers, and that recommendation still stands, but ProtonVPN Plus removes the restrictions imposed on the free version.Today's deal scores you two years of ProtonVPN and ProtonMail at 50% off which is a total saving of $180 and drops the equivalent monthly cost to just $7.50. If you don't want to commit to two years, or don't want or need ProtonMail, you can instead go for a 1-year plan and save up to 48%.ProtonVPN allows you to browse privately and securely with has no data or speed limi...

The delayed Prime Day event is now behind us but retailers are not taking any breaks when it comes to rolling out Black Friday deals. We saw a few great smartwatch deals earlier this month and we expect many more as the weeks roll on this fall.When it comes to Android watches, there are a variety of brands and models to choose from, and just as many different retailers to shop at. Because of that, it can be hard to know where to get the best deal. Instead of searching every different retailer's Black Friday ad, just scroll down and take a look at the best deals we've rounded up for you. As Black Friday gets nearer, we'll update this list with more options.When it comes to shopping Black Friday Android watch deals, be wary of older models or the cheap-end offerings that, despite being cheap, may not offer great value for money. During big sales like Black Friday, retailers want to shift a ton of products and often use these super-low price offerings as impulse purchases. For our r...

It's a benefit supposed to only be available on PS5, but there's a loophole.Sony announced the PlayStation Plus Collection as an additional benefit for PlayStation Plus members on PS5. The collection grants access to a select number of PS4 titles that can then be played on PS5, but players have noticed a loophole that allows these games to be played on PS4 as well.Though games in the PlayStation Plus Collection can't be redeemed through PS4, they can be played if they're added to your library on PS5. So long as you're signed into the same account on PS4 as the one that redeemed the games on PS5, they'll show up for you to download on either console.How to play PS Plus Collection on PS4Go to the PlayStation Store on your PS5.Scroll all the way to the bottom and select PS Plus.Select the PS Plus Collection.Select the games you'd like to download.Sign into your PS4 and they should be in your library. SubscribePlayStation Plus 12-month$60 at Amazon$60 at ...

Not sure if your phone will get Android 10? You've come to the right place.Android 10 has been out for more than a year now, and whether you're excited about its new permission settings for apps or the glorious dark mode, there are plenty of reasons to be eager for it to arrive on your phone. Even with Android 11 available for Pixel devices, there are many handsets that are still awaiting the update to Android 10.However, as with all Android updates, there's a difference between when Google launches the final build and when the new software actually arrives on your smartphone. We'll be taking a look at all of the major Android phone makers and breakdown when exactly you can expect an Android 10 update for your device. Let's dive a bit deeper and find out which of the best Android phones have been updated to Android 10.Google PixelSamsungLGHuaweiMotorolaNokiaOnePlusOdds & EndsGoogle PixelLet's start with Google's own phones, the Pixel series. Android 10 ha...

Commit and save.Verizon sells all kinds of phones. From top-of-the-line flagships to discounted budget devices. From iPhone to Android. From phones focused on watching media to phones focused on cameras. No matter what you're looking for, you're probably also looking to save some money. Who isn't? Verizon releases new and interesting deals all the time. The majority of these deals work in a similar fashion, too. You will get the discount on the phone through a series of promotional credits applied to your monthly bill. It may take up to two years to earn all your savings, but that would be worth it when we're talking about hundreds of dollars.Best Verizon Plan DealsWhile some people (and even other carriers) like to poke fun at Verizon for being more expensive, if you look in the right places you can actually get a plan that meets your needs without spending too much cash. The carrier does offer a variety of different options, and you'll want to do a little research to figure o...

The One UI 3.0 beta program for the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Galaxy Z Flip has also been postponed.What you need to knowSamsung has decided to delay the One UI 3.0 beta program for the Galaxy S10 series.It appears the initial Android 11-based One UI 3.0 builds cause significant battery drain.Samsung had kicked off the One UI 3.0 beta program for the Galaxy Note 10 series last week.Samsung released the first Android 11-based One UI 3.0 beta to the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ phones last week. The One UI 3.0 beta program was expected to expand to the Galaxy S10 series, Galaxy Z Flip 5G, and the Galaxy Z Fold 2 this week. Unfortunately, however, the company has now confirmed in a post on its Community forums that the open beta program for these devices is being postponed (via TizenHelp).A number of Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ users who had participated in the One UI 3.0 beta program last week have reported that the early build has a severe battery drain issue. Samsung has reviewe...

Fleets has been in testing in select countries for months, Twitter says it's led to increased engagement in those areas.What you need to knowTwitter's launching Fleets, a new format inspired by Snapchat and Instagram.It's essentially ephemeral "stories" content that'll last for no longer than 24 hours.The company tested Fleets in India, Brazil, and South Korea over the last few months.Twitter today announced the global launch of Fleets, an ephemeral content format that is heavily inspired by Snapchat stories. If you've used Snapchat, Instagram, or even WhatsApp in the past year, you should be quite familiar with the format and its rules.In essence, Fleets are stories on Twitter that can be shared with your followers. If you're following someone who posts Fleets, they will then appear in a new row at the top of the Twitter feed, and they'll only last for 24 hours. The takes away some of the permanence that defines the platform, but Twitter says it results in encouraging pe...

It's all about deception and subversion.Among Us is the sleeper hit of 020. Originally released in 2018, it gained signficant popularity over the summer thanks to Twitch streamers, unseating Fall Guys as one of the most popular multiplayer games of the year. As fun as Among Us is, it's always good to take a break and try out different things.We rounded up five games that are similar to Among Us, but have their own styles, premises, and identities. And if you're looking for wholly new games to try out, be sure to hit up our best Android games roundup!5 Games like Among UsWerewolf OnlineMurderous PursuitsTown of Salem Undercover ^^Hide OnlineWerewolf OnlineIn Werewolf Online, up to 16 players are split into teams, and the last team standing wins. To succeed, regardless of what team you're on, you'll need to approach things carefully, deceiving the villagers or uncovering the werewolves in your midst.From that standpoint, it's a lot like Among Us, relying on ...

You don't have to look far to find some of the best PS4 prices and discounts from a variety of retailers. Sony's PlayStation continues to dominate the console scene, and even as Sony and its competitors gear up for a new generation of console, the PlayStation 4 shows no signs of slowing down. It still has some of the best games of the generation, including some exclusives you can't find anywhere else. If you haven't invested in the console yet, there has never been a better time.Best PlayStation Deals Available NowPlayStation 4: as low as $300PlayStation 4 Pro: starting at $400PlayStation VR: from $332More Info: Pricing history, which to buy & moreNew and better deals get released much more often than you'd expect, especially with Black Friday right around the corner. If you've already bought one of the consoles in the past, maybe today is the day you upgrade to a higher storage capacity or even jump up to the PlayStation 4 Pro.Our team has had an eye on the PlaySt...

Users are experiencing a bug stemming from PS4 and PS5 copies of games.PS5 GuidesHow to transfer games and save dataHow to attach the PS5 baseHow to set up parental controlsHow to connect to Wi-FiHow to increase download speedsHow to manage multiple accountsHow to set up 2FAHow to update your PS5 system softwareHow to use Game HelpHow to enable 4K/8K resolutionHow to factory reset your PS5PS5 users are reporting that some of their games appear to be suffering from a bug that causes them to be stuck in a "queued for download" error state, with no way to actually download the games in question. It appears to stem from the PS5's way of downloading PS4 and PS5 games. For whatever reason the console is downloading the PS4 version, and when players go to download the PS5 version, it gets stuck.It looks like as of right now, the only way to fix this error is to factory reset your console. Doing so will restore the PS5 so its factory settings, but it will also delete ...

Big changes are coming.If the recent whisperings from leakers like Ice Universe and Max Weinbach are true, we can expect to see Samsung discontinue its nearly decade-old Galaxy Note line next year, and instead find ways to build S Pen support into the Galaxy S and possibly even Z Fold series.I have a lot of thoughts on this. The original Galaxy Note was one of the first Android phones I owned that truly reshaped my perception of large form factors — not to mention the idea of reintroducing the much-ballyhooed stylus after capacitive touch screens had seemingly rendered them obsolete. Subsequent models have served to showcase the very best hardware and features in Samsung's catalog, and acted as mid-cycle refreshes that allowed the company to improve upon past designs for future Galaxy S iterations.Despite my preference for smaller phones, I love the Galaxy Note line and its unique ability to step just beyond the capabilities of most other super-phones. But like it or not, it ...

Since you're here, chances are you've heard of a VPN, or Virtual Private Network. But hearing about it — because you want to watch BBC iPlayer on U.S. soil, or Netflix when traveling abroad, probably isn't enough. If you want to know everything about why a VPN is also great for anonymity, security and your personal online safety - you're in the right place.What is a VPN and why do I need one?A VPN is a clever way of masking your online identity. Usually, when you go online you get connected to a server and given a unique IP address, this identifies where you are logging on from and can store data about you. Since these servers are relatively open, there could be people watching, and potentially, threats that can access your data. This IP address can give away your real world identity, allowing potentially negative entities to track you down. This is especially important when travelling and using open Wi-Fi at airports and hotels that could, potentially, be insecure.This specifi...

One of Amazon's Holiday Dash sales events today includes a huge collection of Lenovo electronics all on sale for as much as 20% off. The sale includes Lenovo laptops, monitors, all-in-one PCs, tablets, and more. Amazon replaces the Holiday Dash events with new sales every day, so all of these prices are extremely temporary. Some may even sell out. You'll want to attack fast and grab the deal you want before it's gone. Many of these prices might not come around again, even for Black Friday because they're so low already.Take, for example, the Lenovo Legion 5 gaming laptop. It's on sale for $849.99 today, which is down from its regular price of $1,000. This is the lowest the laptop has ever sold for directly on Amazon.The specifications include an AMD Ryzen 7 4800H processor, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD. It also has a 15.6-inch 1080p IPS display with 144Hz refresh rate, which is great for shooters. The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660Ti graphics card will keep you playing the newest ...

All meeting participants can now report a disruptive user from the Zoom client.What you need to knowZoom has rolled out new security features to help prevent meeting disruptions.Hosts and co-hosts can now temporarily pause a meeting and remove a disruptive participant. Meeting participants will now be able to report a disruptive user directly from the Zoom client. Video-conferencing software Zoom saw a massive surge in popularity this year, as a large number of people started working from home due to the coronavirus pandemic. While Zoom has addressed several security issues brought to light by researchers earlier in the year, "Zoombombing" continues to be a major issue. Zoom has now announced two new security features that make it easier to remove and report Zoombombers.The new security enhancements make it possible for hosts and co-hosts to temporarily pause their meeting and get rid of a disruptive participant. To remove a Zoombomber from your meeting, you'll have to c...

Chatting it up with the AC forums.As 2020 starts winding down, it's fun taking a look back at the past year and everything the tech world had to offer. We recently highlighted this year's high points with our Best of 2020 awards, taking some time to honor our favorite phones, apps, and more.Some of our AC forum members have been doing something similar, with a few of them recently talking about the web browser they've been using throughout 2020.From Chrome, Edge, and more, here's what they had to say: Scott337 11-11-2020 05:42 PM “ For me personally I stick with Chrome. All my stuff syncs between my phone and my Chromebook, and laptop the few times a month I turn it on. Reply kct1975 11-11-2020 09:05 PM “ Personally I use Google Chrome as my main browser. I, however, use the Samsung Browser a...

These twists and turns feel just right.Smartwatches are almost always forced to compromise in their design in some way. After all, it's hard to cram all of the various specs and sensors that make these tiny wrist computers so functional into something you'd actually want to wear out. The result is usually a thick, unattractive gadget that costs as much as a nice traditional watch, with the double whammy of needing to be charged once a day.Sadly, in most cases, those hardware tradeoffs are met with equally cumbersome software in the form of Wear OS, which continues to mimic a slow-moving disaster, limited the number of compelling options on the Android side. That number dwindles even further once you decide you want some health-oriented features like heart rate monitoring and sleep tracking.But Samsung does things a little differently. The Galaxy Watch line uses the company's homegrown Tizen software, rather than Wear OS, and features hardware niceties like circular displays a...

If you tend to shop a lot at Walmart, you need to know about Walmart Plus (Walmart+). This is Walmart's answer to Amazon Prime, a service with so many perks there has been little to compete against it for so long. Walmart does still have a few advantages over Amazon, though, and plans to push those leads through this new program. In particular, not only does Walmart+ include a similar free two-day delivery program, but you'll be able to get unlimited free delivery on more than 160,000 items from tech to groceries. And you'll pay in-store pricing. That's just one of the perks.Rumors had Walmart+ originally launching in the spring, but the spread of COVID-19 led to a delay. Of course, everyone staying at home and shopping at home led to a spike in Walmart's sales, so it makes sense the company would want to capitalize off that momentum. Unfortunately even after the delay, it was expected to launch sometime in the summer and July and August passed without an announcement. However, the...

"ClearVPN learns user habits and provides shortcuts based on their needs and network specifications"What you need to knowThe makers of CleanMyMac have unveiled a brand new VPN tool.ClearVPN is a multi-platform VPN with "Dynamic Flow Technology" for improved connectivity.It has a free plan and a premium option for $12.99/month or $93/year.MacPaw, the makers of CleanMyMac, has today unveiled a brand new VPN service called ClearVPN.In a press release Tuesday the company stated: MacPaw, the maker of the CleanMyMac, popular software to clean and protect your Mac, launches ClearVPN, the first truly personalized multiplatform VPN for users who want a more secure and individualized online experience. Available on iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows devices, ClearVPN features shortcuts for quick content access and lets users browse the web safely and privately without having to pick a server location, thanks to its unique DynamicFlow Technology.Best VPN DealsMacPaw says that...

A great freebie offer!Update, November 17 (08:00 am ET): The promo is now live in a few more countries.Update, November 11 (09:00 am ET): YouTube Premium subscribers in Canada and Europe will also be able to claim a free Stadia Premiere Edition bundle soon.Update, November 10 (11:30 am ET): The promo is now available in the U.S. too.What you need to knowGoogle has rolled out a new promo for YouTube Premium subscribers in the UK.The promo lets YouTube Premium subscribers in the country redeem a Stadia Premiere Edition bundle for free.Google's Stadia Premiere Edition bundle includes a Chromecast Ultra and a Clearly White Stadia Controller. Google has introduced a new promotion in the UK, which allows YouTube Premium subscribers to redeem a Stadia Premiere Edition bundle for free (via Android Police). The Stadia Premiere Edition bundle, which is priced at £90 in the country, comes with a Chromecast Ultra and a Clearly White Stadia Controller.If you have a YouTube Prem...

Until now, Google Maps could only predict how crowded bus, train or subway lines are.What you need to knowGoogle Maps can now provide live crowdedness information globally.Users can see how crowded their bus or subway line is right now, thanks to real-time feedback from Google Maps users.Google is also finally rolling out the highly-anticipated Assistant Drive Mode for Maps.Google has rolled out several major updates to Maps this year, with an aim to help people around the world adapt to the new normal. Google today announced a bunch of new updates to Google Maps that will help users around the world get around safely this holiday season.Google Maps can now help you avoid holiday crowds when getting around with live crowdedness information. In the coming weeks, you'll start seeing how crowded your bus, train, or subway line is on both Android and iOS, based on real-time feedback from Google Maps users.Aside from seeing how crowded your transit line is in real-time, yo...

Give the gift of Google Play and give a little extra for free.If you're stuck for gift ideas going into the holidays, you can never go wrong with gift cards. Even more so in 2020 as we spend more time distanced from our friends and family. And so this early Black Friday promotion from Amazon UK can certainly help out by giving you up to 10% credit for free on top of the purchase of a £50 Google Play gift card.Google Play gift card | Get £5 free credit at Amazon UK$50 at Amazon UKGet £5 additional free credit to spend in the Google Play Store with the purchase of a £50 gift card, a nice 10% additional bonus as we enter the holiday season.The credit will be applied to any purchase over £4.99 in value from the Google Play Store once the code has been redeemed, and is good for apps, games, movies, TV shows and books as well as any in-app purchases and subscriptions. If you can buy it in the Google Play Store you can use the money from this gift card towards it.Better...

The best wired video doorbell aroundArlo took some time to get its first video doorbell to market, but the Arlo Video Doorbell was well worth the wait. For quite a few years now, Nest has ruled the roost when it comes to wired video doorbells by not only offering better hardware than most other vendors but by packing in a level of smarts into its subscription plan that most companies could only hope to emulate.Arlo's efforts are similar to Nest's: deliver top-tier hardware with unique features and bundle it with a subscription plan that puts it over the top. The difference? The Arlo Video Doorbell is 35% cheaper than the Nest Hello Video Doorbell. On top of that, the subscription cost for a single camera is half of what Nest charges — $3 per month for Arlo Smart versus $6 for Nest Aware. Both offer cloud storage and advanced AI-powered detection options, and neither offers local storage options, so a cloud subscription is basically a requirement for regular operation.Also sim...

Souls has come full circle in a truly beautiful fashion.When it was first revealed, the long-rumored Demon's Souls remake was met with great enthusiasm, including from me. The original game's servers are down and it remains trapped on the PS3. There was no way it would stay there forever, however. This is a special title, something of a cult classic that helped spawn the entire "Souls" franchise (and genre) and elevated FromSoftware's name with spiritual successors in Dark Souls and Bloodborne.This was a game in desperate need of a remake, but Bluepoint Games and Japan Studio have gone above and beyond in remaking it. Enemies, bosses, areas, armor, weapons and more have all been lovingly redesigned, simultaneously honoring the Gothic, oppressive tone of the original game while elevating the visuals, audio, and gameplay to a level befitting the phrase "next-gen."I've spent well over 30 hours with this game and I'm sure I'll be spending four times that on subsequent playthroughs ...

This computer was already a deal at $410, but $350 is no-brainer territory.This year hasn't been a great one for Chromebook deals because Chromebooks have been in huge demand this year. Millions of people newly working from home — not to mentions tens of millions of kids trying to learn from home on dinky little school-issued laptops — created a massive Chromebook shortage earlier this year. Many popular Chromebooks are still backordered clear into 2021, especially education models, so if you trust your kid not to throw their laptop against a wall, this is the Black Friday deal to buy your kid or your spouse or your grandma.One of the Chromebooks that was actually damn near impossible to find for most of 2020 was the winner of our Best Chromebooks roundup: The Lenovo Flex 5 Chromebook. This shiny baby sports a 13.3-inch 1080p touchscreen, backlit keyboard, a 10th Gen Intel Core i3, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage. Battery consistently lasts me 8-11 hours, and the backlit keybo...

The new Lego Star Wars Holiday Special, which is set to premiere on Disney Plus on Tuesday, November 17th, will pay homage to its predecessor by starting out the same way with all of your favorite Star Wars characters preparing to celebrate Life Day on Chewbacca's homeworld of Kashyyyk. Life Day is the galaxy's most cheerful and magical holiday which is why Rey, Finn, Poe, Chewie, Rose and Lando will mark the occasion with a joyous feast.Before the feast begins though, Rey leaves her friends to set out on a new adventure with BB-8 in order to gain a deeper knowledge of the Force. On her journey, Rey discovers a mysterious Jedi temple where she finds a key capable of transporting her across space and time to historic moments in the original Star Wars trilogy and the prequel trilogy. In her own words she'll get to meet "her master, her master's master, her master's father, her master's father's master" and even take in a pod race as she travels across the Star Wars universe.Unfortu...

A budget robot maid to keep your floors clean.When you're looking for the best robot vacuum on a budget, you typically have to make a few concessions. The more money you're willing to pay, typically the more conveniences and features you'll get. Fortunately, there are plenty of low-cost quality mechanical cleaners out there for you to consider, like the Yeedi K650.It doesn't have all of the features you'd find in more expensive units, but it does an excellent job of cleaning carpets and hard floors. Not to mention that its extra-large dustbin and tangle-free brush add some conveniences I've hardly seen anywhere else.Budget pet vacuumYeedi K650 Bottom line: It won't leave your floors with perfect vacuum lines, but it has a massive dustbin and offers excellent suction to help keep your home clean. If you're looking for a bu...

OPPO hasn't confirmed any plans of launching a rollable phone next year.What you need to knowOPPO unveiled its first rollable phone concept at its INNO Day 2020 event today.The OPPO X 2021 has a 6.7-inch rollable display, which can be expanded up to 7.4-inches.OPPO also showcased a redesigned AR Glass headset at the event.OPPO today showcased its first-ever rollable phone concept at the INNO Day 2020 event, along with an improved version of its AR glasses.The OPPO X 2021 is equipped with a rollable OLED display, which can be expanded up to 7.4-inches, thanks to the company's Roll Motor powertrain. The powertrain is equipped with two motors, which generate identical force to ensure that the display isn't damaged when it is rolled and unrolled. To enhance durability, the phone has a 2-in-1 Plate display support technology that provides support to the OLED panel on either side from the inside. There is also a "Warp Track" screen laminate to provide additional strength to t...

Retailers are getting started with Black Friday sales much earlier than usual this year, meaning there are more opportunities than ever before to save. Amazon is one retailer that's getting started early and offering Black Friday deals before we reach the end of November. Best of all, many of these offers are truly Black Friday-worthy even though we still have over a week left before the big day.One deal that's live today only at Amazon can save you $200 instantly on the iRobot Roomba i6+ robot vacuum. This Wi-Fi-connected model normally sells for up to $800, though right now it's on sale for $599.99 while supplies last.The Roomba i6+ has all of the features you'd want from a robot vacuum. You can schedule it to run via the free iRobot HOME app, or by using your voice through one of Amazon's Alexa-enabled Echo devices, making it super convenient.You can also tell it not to clean or not clean a specific area as the iAdapt Navigation helps it visualize the layout of your home whi...

Become a Black Friday expert by avoiding these mistakes as you shop for a fitness tracker.Most people know that Black Friday is one of the best times of the year to score a great deal on just about anything. However, it's important to remember that a great deal is about more than finding the lowest possible price tag, especially when it comes to fitness trackers and similar gadgets. Whether this is your first Black Friday purchase or you already consider yourself a deals expert, there are some key mistakes you'll want to avoid.1. Prioritizing price over valueThis is easily the biggest mistake you can make when buying a fitness tracker on Black Friday. Look, we're all guilty of it. Everyone loves a good deal! But if you place more significance on finding the cheapest product than on the value of the product itself, you could end up wasting your money. As you start shopping around, you may already have a clear idea of what you want from your device. Whether you're set on buying a...

You might think that Black Friday is all about saving on big tech purchases and home appliances, but it's a great time to save on apps and software too with a bunch of brands offering deals at the same time. IPVanish, for example, is offering up to 76% off its VPN subscriptions for a limited time. All of its plans are discounted with the best savings on the 1-year plan.Prime time to saveIPVanish VPNProtect yourself and access region-restricted content with a VPN subscription from as little as $2.91 a month with this discounted annual plan. Not only are you saving 76% but you'll also nab 250GB of SugarSync cloud storage at no extra cost.$2.91/mo $11.99/mo 76% OffSee at IPVanishThat 1-year plan has fallen to just $34.99, down from $144, which equates to just $2.91 per month meaning you can try out one of the best VPN services for yourself without breaking the bank. On top of the VPN discount, you also get 250GB of cloud storage with SugarSync at no extra cost which is defin...

As fun as building your smart home is, buying all of the gear can be expensive. That's one reason Black Friday sales can be such a blessing as many of your favorite brands will slash their prices for a limited time ahead of the holidays, giving you chance to smarten up more areas of your home for less.One hidden cost with smart home tech, though, is the dreaded monthly subscription in order to use your devices. This can quickly eat into any savings you made at the time of purchase. One line of smart home devices that doesn't require a monthly fee comes from Wyze. Its security cameras are super affordable, especially when on sale, and don't drain your bank account down the line either.The Wyze Cam is currently down to just $21 for $41 for the 2-pack making it a super-affordable entry point to smart home security. The compact wireless indoor camera also records in 1080p HD and allows you to view its livestream video feed using your smartphone. It offers night vision too and is comp...

The rumored Galaxy F12 is expected to be based on the Galaxy M12.What you need to knowCAD-based renders of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy M12 have surfaced.The phone will have a similar design to the Galaxy A42 5G and feature a massive 7,000mAh battery.It is expected to be launched early next year.In August this year, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy M51, its very first phone with a 7,000mAh battery. The South Korean tech giant is now working on a new, more affordable Galaxy M series phone with an identical 7,000mAh battery. While its specs sheet remains a mystery at this point, reliable leaker @OnLeaks has now posted the first CAD-based renders of the upcoming entry-level phone.As can be seen in the renders below, the Galaxy M12 will look a lot like the Galaxy A42 5G, which is one of the best cheap Android phones Samsung has released this year. It has a plastic unibody build with a squarish camera module on the back, housing a total of four sensors. On the front, we see a V-shaped...

Trying to find the best VPN can be a struggle on its own, but when you then mix in trying to find the best VPN deal you find yourself down a whole new rabbit hole. You've probably heard a lot about VPNs recently and are already aware of the reasons that you need one, but now you need to find the best price, right? We've looked through hundreds of VPN deals that are out there to bring you only the top options that are actually worth considering. With Black Friday right around the corner, we've also seen many providers kick off their fall sales.Best VPN Deals Right NowExpressVPN: $6.67 per month (49% off)Surfshark: $2.21 per month (83% off)PIA VPN: $2.59 per month (78% off)NordVPN: $3.61 per month (68% off)FastestVPN: $20 lifetime membershipIPVanish: $2.91 per month (76% off)CyberGhost: $2.25 per month (83% off)PureVPN: $1.48 per month (86% off)More Deals: Tunnelbear, Cyberghost & moreToday's best VPN deals include 49% off ExpressVPN, access to Surfshark VPN for l...

Black Friday starts November 22 for the Google Store.What you need to knowBlack Friday starts November 22 for the Google Store with discounts across the board.Notable discounts include $50 off for the Google Pixel 5 and 30% off for the Stadia Premiere Edition.Google Store also offers financing options and price match guarantees.In addition to launching the new Barely Blue edition of the Google Pixel 4a, Google also showcased all their upcoming Black Friday deals for the Google Store.Google is offering discounts for most of its catalog including phones, smart home devices, and Google Stadia. Most deals will start on November 22, while some will start on November 25.One of the most notable deals coming on November 22 is the Google Pixel 5 on sale for $649, which is $50 off the original price. Considering the Pixel 5's already reasonable price tag and relatively recent release date, a $50 discount is not bad at all.On top of that, starting November 22, you'll have many a...

Not everyone needs to hear your notifications, Linda.What you need to knowUsers are reporting volume control issues with the Pixel 5 system sounds.Some have reported volume randomly lowering when watching video.Google has yet to fully address the problem.The Google Pixel 5 has been out for a month, and is already one of the best Android phones available this year. But there have been a few issues with the device since launch, such as a battery indicator bug and a noticeable screen gap that Google has declared a non-issue. Now, another bug has cropped up, and so far Google isn't acknowledging it's an issue.Users on Google's Pixel support forum have been complaining about a problem with the Pixel 5's volume controls. There seem to be two parts to the problem, the first having to do with the volume dropping randomly when watching a video, which is annoying but not severe.The second problem and more pressing issue is related to the system sounds being uncomfortably loud, ev...

Other features includes additional capture sharing options and profile enhacements.What you need to knowThe Google Stadia Team has announced a number of new features for the cloud gaming service in the Stadia Community Blog.New features include Family Sharing, Messaging, capture sharing on mobile and web, captures with game chat voice audio, and Stadia Profile enhancements.The new features are on a roll out basis, so you may not see them on your Stadia app quite yet.Stadia, Google's cloud gaming service, may not have started on the right foot, but it seems that it's not stopping any time soon.In the Stadia Community Blog, the Stadia Team posted a considerable new update announcing a number of new features being rolled out to the service.According to the update, Stadia will now officially support 'Family Sharing', which allows Stadia Pro subscribers to share games with their family members. While it still doesn't let players use the same game at the same time, this was a...

The Snapdragon variant was spotted on Geekbench with impressive benchmark scores.What you need to knowThe non-U.S. versions of the S20 and the Note 20 series were infamous for their use of Exynos processors over the more performant Snapdragon 865.Preliminary benchmarks show that the upcoming Snapdragon 875 may again be more powerful and efficient compared to the new Exynos chipset for the Galaxy S21 series.The comparative Exynos benchmarks are two months older than the new Snapdragon 875 benchmarks, so take this comparison with a grain of salt.The international versions of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and Note 20 series were heavily criticized throughout 2020 for their use of the less efficient Samsung Exynos processors over the more performant Qualcomm Snapdragon processors. Unfortunately, preliminary benchmarks for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 hints that the trend may continue in 2021.The Galaxy S21 will reportedly come with a Snapdragon 875 or the Exynos 2100, depending o...