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Perfect balanceMoto G Power$250 at AmazonProsBattery lasts up to three daysFull HD+ display is much sharper64GB of internal storageExtra RAM is a huge perkMotorola's excellent softwareConsMost expensiveYou'll find a lot of phones in Motorola's budget lineup, but the Moto G Power stands out as its best offering. The big draw to the phone is its 5,000 mAh battery, which delivers up to three days of use on a single charge. There's a lot more to the phone, though, including a great display, good performance, and fun cameras — all at a very reasonable price.Super affordableMoto G Fast$200 at AmazonProsExcellent build qualityMore affordableHas the same great processorRear cameras are a ton of funCons720p display is roughLacking RAM and storageThe Moto G Fast is the cheaper cousin of the G Power, retaining some of its DNA while making compromises in other areas to achieve a lower price. You get the same design, processor, and cameras...

Finding a smartwatch that checks every box on your wish list is no easy task. The options are endless and it can be tricky to navigate them all. The Amazfit smartwatch lineup isn't as well known as, say, Fitbit, but it keeps growing and offers plenty of solid choices at great prices. The Amazfit Verge stands out from the rest as a superb lifestyle smartwatch full of useful features. At the end of the day, the watch you choose will depend on the experience you want.Best Overall: Amazfit VergeIf you're seeking a well-rounded lifestyle smartwatch that offers solid fitness tracking and features, the Amazfit Verge is the best choice. It offers a fitness-focused design that consists of an AMOLED display, a polycarbonate body, and a stay-clean silicone watchband. It comes in one size, 43mm, and is available in three colors, including Shadow Gray, Twilight Blue, and Moonlight White.Battery life varies depending on usage. You can expect five days with normal use, 34 days in basic watc...

Now that we're into July, it appears Prime Day might be a fall event this year.What you need to knowAmazon Prime Day 2020 moved from July to October.The move is in response to the global pandemic.The information comes from leaks and hasn't been officially confirmed.According to a series of leaked emails first spotted by Business Insider, Amazon officials are considering moving the company's annual Prime Day sales event back from the summer to sometime in October. The unorthodox move makes sense as the company has reportedly been struggling with supply chain issues and other market forces caused by the global pandemic and its related rippling social and economic effects.Previously there had been much speculation and several reports that Amazon would push the Prime Day festivities back into September, but as that month quickly approaches, it seems that was a bit of wishful thinking on the part of many. It's hard to imagine Prime Day getting pushed back any further than Octo...

Wi-Fi 6 was designed with the future of routers in mind. As more people work from home in the wake of coronavirus, holes in our Wi-Fi are more annoying than ever. As our homes get smarter, we have more connections than ever that need to check in consistently and reliably. Wi-Fi 6 is designed to bring more capacity to a network and even allows for greater speed with a lot of devices. Wi-Fi 6 mesh systems have come down in price, and the Netgear Nighthawk MK62 is one of the best choices for most people.Best Overall: Netgear Nighthawk MK62The Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System from Netgear takes on compact AC-only mesh systems with its compact housing and understated design. Measuring only 4.8 inches wide and 2.5 inches tall, each router has a smaller footprint than a CD case. This compact design makes this mesh system one of the easiest to integrate into a home.While you do give up some speed compared to the larger and more expensive mesh systems, the AX1800 speeds should be more tha...

Samsung continues to deliver on updates.What you need to knowSamsung has delivered Android 10 and One UI.2.0 to its Galaxy Tab A 10.1 and Galaxy Tab A 8.0 tablets.The release also brings the duo up to the July security patch. The update is currently available for LTE variants only, with WiFi only devices getting it later.While Android 11 may dominate the news, and rightfully so, Android 10 is still yet to reach older, cheaper, third-party Android devices — especially tablets.Samsung has been doing good work on that front with a steady update cadence. The company released the update to Galaxy Tab S6 and S5e last week. Now it's the turn of the 2019 Galaxy Tab A 10.1 and Galaxy Tab A 8.0 to make the leap.It's rolling out firmware versions T515XXU4BTFK and P205DXU5BTFB to the 10.1 and 8.0 respectively, bringing both devices up to date with Android 10 as well as adding in the July security patch (via Sammobile.). The folks over at 9to5Google also note that this ships with ...

AT&T has one of the most developed 5G networks out right now with millimeter-wave coverage alongside low-band coverage in several cities. Both networks are available to customers with phones capable of connecting to both networks. AT&T has been aggressively expanding its 5G network and now approximates coverage for 120 million people with 190 markets. 80 Million are covered by the more accessible low-band network. Here's what you need to know if you are considering switching to, or upgrading your phone on AT&T.Jump to:When will my area get 5G?Cities coveredWhich phones work with 5G?Which plan do I need?What tech is AT&T using?What is 5Ge?Is 5G worth it for most people?When will my area get 5G?As far as true 5G goes, AT&T is building two networks. One network is a low-band sub-6 5G deployment at 850Mhz. The majority of customers will see 5G on this network. The other network is a high-band mmWave network that is capable of very fast speeds but h...

La Liga continues tonight as Real Madrid host Getafe at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano. Don't miss a kick by following our Real Madrid vs Getafe live stream guide below.Real Madrid are looking to extend their lead at the top of La Liga to four points with a win over Getafe. Los Blancos have taken all fifteen available points in their five games since the unscheduled league break, slingshotting them to the top of La Liga. On the other hand, Getafe recorded one victory, three draws, and one defeat in June, though they still sit in 5th place in La Liga.Zinedine Zidane's men are determined to lift the La Liga trophy, having not won the league since 2017. Rivals Barcelona dropping more points against Atletico Madrid in their last outing allowed Real Madrid to sure up their lead in this season's title race, though a couple of slip-ups could open the door for Barça to reclaim top spot.The Azulones snatched their first post-lockdown victory in their last outing against Real Sociedad ...

Disney+ is bringing the Broadway stage to your living room with its exclusive recording of one of the most popular plays in modern history: Hamilton. Featuring the original production and cast, including creator Lin Manuel-Miranda, Hamilton is an American musical which blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway genres for musical numbers that truly are in a world of their own.This Broadway recording of Hamilton was filmed at The Richard Rodgers Theatre back in June 2016, and now audiences can get a better look at all the choreography and action on stage that can get missed on stage when you're watching from the nosebleeds. Disney+ is premiering the film on July 3 just in time for the 4th of July holiday.What shows and movies does Disney+ offer?Along with Hamilton, Disney+ has a modest selection of documentaries and shows to take you behind-the-scenes of films like Star Wars and Pixar animated movies. Members can also watch pretty much every animated Disney film there is, inc...

With hundreds of films from the most popular franchises on the planet — not to mention thousands of TV episodes from our childhood — it's little wonder that Disney+ is popular. However, when errors invade your movie marathon, things are anything but magical. There's a few different errors Disney+ can spit out when things go awry, but Error 83 is by far the most prevalent error you come across. Here's a few of the reasons you may be seeing it, and what you can do about it.Reason #1 — Server timeoutError 83 is one of the most common errors. When the servers are overloaded and your Disney+ session can't connect to the servers fast enough to pass a DRM/account check — or can't connect at all — Error 83 is what Disney+ displays when it can't play your video as requested.This is far and away the most common reason to see Error 83, and dealing with it can take a few forms:Try again. Server issues are usually intermittent, so if at first you don't succeed, try, try again. ...

Insomniac is treating us this holiday with a brand-new Miles Morales story just in time for the PS5 launch.Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales shocked everyone when it was announced for the PS5 at the June showcase. Miles has become a beloved and popular character as of late thanks to the acclaim tInto the Spider-Verse received, and now he's receiving his very own game this holiday. We don't know too much about this next adventure just yet, but we'll be sure to keep you up to date when Insomniac reveals more.Jump to:What's the story?What's the gameplay like?Is it an expansion?Will it tie into Into the Spider-Verse?Will it come to PS4?Release date and preordersWhat's the story so far?Spider-Man: Miles Morales appears to pick up after the events of the first game and its DLC. With the Sinister Six defeated by Peter Parker, who managed to synthesize a cure for the virus plaguing Manhattan, he begins to train Miles after he reveals that he has acquired spider-like...

Man City host newly-crowned Premier League champions Liverpool at the Etihad in Manchester. Don't miss a kick by following our Man City vs Liverpool live stream guide below.The current Premier League title holders will give this year's winners a guard of honor as they walk out on to the Etihad field this evening. Though this season's title race has already been decided, City will want to win both for pride and to try stop Liverpool from reaching their Premier League points total record this season.Pep Guardiola's men have been in good form since their return to competitive action with three victories from their four post-lockdown games including their FA Cup quarter-final victory at Newcastle United.Liverpool have taken four points from their first two games following the unscheduled season break, though that has proven enough for them to clinch the title already with a 23-point gap between them and chasers Man City with only seven games left. In securing their first league tit...

To build a career in IT, you'll want to have a few key certifications under your belt. The CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional Bundle helps you grab two of the most important, with 38 hours of exam prep for just $29.99.Delivered by expert tutors from iCollege, the training covers key concepts you need to know to pass two CompTIA exams and succeed in the real world.The first course focuses on CompTIA Cloud+. Through 11 hours of video tutorials, you become familiar with popular cloud platforms and learn how to execute seamless migrations. The training also covers capacity, automation, connectivity, and more.Course two works towards CompTIA Security+. Even if you don't plan to work in cybersecurity directly, this certificate is important in many technical careers. The course covers common vulnerabilities and attacks, along with risk management.The price of the bundle includes lifetime access to both courses, which you can access on desktop and mobile.You would normally pay $590 f...

Fast Pair is a technology that lets you quickly pair your Bluetooth headphones to your Android phone without having to dig through multiple menus. Simply place them into pairing mode and bring your headphones and phone close together. There aren't too many options on the market (yet), but the Jaybird Tarah are the best we can find thanks to their overall battery life, sound quality, and comfort.Best Overall: Jaybird TarahThe Jaybird Tarah are solid, versatile earbuds. First and foremost, they are IPX7 water-resistant, which means you'll be able to use them in practically any scenario (aside from swimming). Whether you're running a treadmill, or accidentally drop them in a puddle, they'll be able to withstand it.Sound quality is good with a boosted bass and treble signature. This gives them an overall fun sound signature that most people are used to hearing. Dynamic range is excellent and their soundstage is rather lackluster but is expected due to their design.Battery life ...

"Look at the fireworks, look at the fireworks light up the night sky!!"Fireworks add an extra pop of excitement to any holiday that features them. Whether you're watching a magnificent, professional fireworks spectacular or some backyard sparklers, fireworks are wonderful and should be observed (safely) with wonder and respect. And while we can't have fireworks every day, we can have firework wallpapers every day at least.Fire everything!Fireworks or Galactic battle over Batuu? by u/ItsJustSimpleFactsOne of the biggest purchasers (and users) of fireworks in the world is Disney, but fireworks are off the menu for the next several months at least. We'll just have to carry on through fireworks past, like this wonderful shot of Disneyland's fireworks exploding over Batuu like a space battleFree at RedditThe cosmos's fireworksMeteors over Lassen Park by Cory u/corypooleIf you or your pets no longer love big, loud, exploding shells, there are natural fireworks to be f...

Repeat after me, my friends: No matter your taste, your phone needs a case. Whether you just dropped hundreds on a Samsung Galaxy S10+ or you've had it since launch day, carrying it around without a case is just begging for Murphy's Law to pay that phone a visit. We've got thin cases, clear cases, fun cases, butch cases, and even more. There's something here for everyone, but please, don't leave this article without getting your phone some protection!New look on a classic winnerSpigen Neo HybridStaff pick$14 at AmazonGone is the Herringbone on this award-winning case series, and in its place is a new pattern that Spigen promises is grippier than ever.Ruggedly handsomeArmadilloTek Urban Ranger$10 at AmazonThis is one of my favorite TPU cases around, offering a grippy, rugged look without any bulk and five excellent cool colors from navy and green to purple and maroon.High class carry-allSnakehive Vintage Leather Wallet$37 at AmazonThis U.K. brand ...

Just what game will this friendly face appear in?What you need to knowGiancarlo Esposito is an actor well-known for his roles in works like Breaking Bad.Esposito mentioned in an interview with Collider that he's got a role in a "huge" game. We don't know which game he's referring to yet. Giancarlo Esposito is a well-known actor who has been in a variety of TV shows and films. For many, he's primarily recoginized for his role as Gustavo Fring in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Now, it appears he's going to be in a prominent new game.In an interview with Collider, Esposito mentioned that he was in a big upcoming game but can't say exactly which title it is yet. "This video game I did, which is going to be huge. Can't really mention," Esposito explained, as noticed by GameSpot.There's a variety of upcoming video game events over the next couple of months, as well what are sure to be unplanned surprises throughout the remainder of the year, so it'll be interesting to see...

Your guide for all things Alexa.Back in the ancient times of 2014, Amazon invited some lucky Prime members to buy a new product it had created called the "Amazon Echo." We weren't sure what to make of the unusual speaker when it debuted, but just a few short years later, it has served as the catalyst for one of the most popular virtual assistant platforms in the world.Amazon Alexa was at the heart of the original Echo and continues to power all of Amazon's smart devices to this very day. Need a refresher on everything going on with it? We don't blame you.Here's everything you need to know!Jump to:Alexa and Echo aren't the same thingsWhich Echo should you buy?Skills are Alexa's superpowerRoutine and Blueprints demonstrate Alexa's flexibilityJust getting started? Here are some tipsAlexa works with SonosThese smart home gadgets tie-in perfectly with itAmazon Echo (3rd Gen)The Goldilocks speaker$70 at Amazon $70 at Best Buy $73 at B&HImproved in almo...

TP-Link has been making networking equipment for ages and it's quite good at it. Not only that, TP-Link routers more often than not offer competitive specifications at great prices. Most of us want to buy a router that's going to last a few years and provide more than enough speed. The Archer AX3000 does just that with solid speeds and support for Wi-Fi 6 as more devices start to support it.Best overall: Archer AX3000If you absolutely need Wi-Fi 6, or just want to get in on the new standard, the TP-Link Archer AX3000 is your best bet. At around 10 inches wide and only around 5 inches deep, the AX3000 has a minimal and relatively subtle design, but it packs a punch. It has wireless speeds up to AX3000, which breaks down to 2,402Mbps at 5Ghz and 574Mbps at 2.4Ghz. Of course, this router is backward compatible with older Wi-Fi standards including Wi-Fi 5 or 802.11AC.It is a bit disappointing that there are no multi-gig Ethernet ports available, so your maximum wired speeds will ...

Buy in bulkMint MobileFrom $15/mo. at Mint MobileProsT-Mobile LTE networkUnlimited talk and textFree calls to Canada and MexicoHotspot on every planConsMinimum term is three monthsNo unlimited optionSave money by buying in bulk. Plans come with unlimited talk and text and have no overages after you've used your data. Speeds are lowered, but you can upgrade your plan mid-cycle or easily add more data.One month at a timeCricket WirelessFrom $25/mo. at Cricket WirelessProsAT&T LTE networkService in Canada and Mexico (unlimited plans)Unlimited talk and textConsSD quality videos (unlimited plans)Speed limitsTake advantage of the massive AT&T network without the contracts. You can start as small as just talk and text and go all the way up to unlimited data with 15GB of hotspot data.Cricket has an advantage in travel to Canada and Mexico with its unlimited plans, and the AT&T LTE network is one of the strongest availab...

Don't let a lack of internet access stop you.Chromebooks have a reputation of being an online-only machine. While that was true when they first came out, things have changed. There's no doubt that having a connection to the internet is the best way to use a Chromebook — or any laptop for the most part — but Chrome OS has evolved and there are plenty of apps that let you do your thing while you're not online.How to access Google Docs/Sheets/Slides offlineDownload the Google Docs Offline Extension from the Web Store.Navigate to the Google Drive website.Click the Gear icon in the top right-hand corner.Tap on Settings.Under the Offline section, toggle the box next to Create, open and edit your recent Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides files on this device while offline. From creating documents to editing spreadsheets, you will be able to use Google Drive offline to get your work done. Then, when your Chromebook connects back to the web, all of your work will be synced...

Next-generation game prices are going up.What you need to knowNBA 2K21 has been announced by 2K Games.It's coming to Xbox One, PS4, PC and Stadia with a planned release date of September 4, 2020.The Xbox Series X and PS5 versions will be released sometime in Holiday 2020.These versions will also be $70, which is $10 more expensive than the current geenration versions.NBA 2K21 is $70 on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. The Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions remain at $60, meaning there's a $10 bump for the next-generation version of the game.The Mamba Forever edition of the game, which features Kobe Bryant on the box art, will cost $100. It includes both the next-generation version of the game with extras and a standard edition on the current consoles. If, for example, you buy the Mamba Forever edition on Xbox Series X, you'll get the standard edition of the game on Xbox One. This infographic helps break it down:2K Games also confirmed that NBA 2K21 is coming to Xbox...

Best answer: Yes. Keep in mind that Skagen is a subsidiary of Fossil. That means the newer smartwatches in both of their respective lineups, including the Fossil Gen 4 and 5 models as well as the Skagen Falster 2 and 3 models, will work with the same charger. There are third-party options, too.Fossil: Fossil Smartwatch Charger ($26 at Amazon)Skagen: Skagen Smartwatch Charger ($30 at Amazon)Third-party: Fossil and Skagen Smartwatch Charging Stand ($16 at Amazon)How to charge up Fossil and Skagen smartwatchesAs you may already be aware, Fossil is a major player in the smartwatch market. If you're a fan of its wearables, then it's likely that you may eventually branch out into its other lineups. It can be frustrating to have to keep track of so many different chargers for your smartwatches, but fortunately, the Fossil Gen 4 and 5 charger also works for the Skagen Falster 2 and 3.If you ever decide to make the switch from one to the other, your charger will work for your new ...

With its second effort, OnePlus manages to hit all the right notes.OnePlus launched its first TVs in India under the Q series, and while the TVs had a lot going for them, the fact that they were positioned in the premium segment made them inaccessible to a majority of customers in the country. OnePlus is now remedying that with a follow-up model in the U series, the U1. With the TV, OnePlus is squaring up against the likes of Xiaomi and Vu.Over the last two years, Xiaomi's Mi TV series has been the product line to beat in India, with the manufacturer now the largest player in the online category. A lot of the momentum came down to the fact that the Mi TV series offered incredible value, and OnePlus is now emulating that same strategy.Alongside the U series, OnePlus is rolling out an entry-level Y series of TVs that start off for just ₹12,999 ($175). The Y series significantly lowers the barrier for entry for those looking to pick up a smart TV, and should make OnePlus that mu...

The company is also rumored to launch a phone with a rotating phone with two displays later this year.What you need to knowLG is said to be targeting an early 2021 release for its first rollable smartphone.The company's rollable smartphone project is apparently called Project B. China's BOE is co-developing the display panel for the rollable smartphone with LG. LG, which has stayed away from the foldable phone space, could be among the first companies to launch a rollable smartphone.According to a report from The Elec, the company's rollable smartphone project is called Project B, named after CEO Kwon Bong-seok. LG is said to be planning to release the smartphone early next year and has already started production of the first prototype at its facility in Pyeongtaek.Surprisingly, the display panel for the rollable smartphone isn't being developed by LG Display. As per the report, Chinese display maker BOE is working together with LG to develop the phone's rollable displa...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Chase is rolling out a ton of new offers for its Sapphire cards.What you need to knowChase has launched limited-time promotions for its Sapphire cards.The offers bring perks and extra benefits for its Preferred and Reserve cards.The offers run through September 30, 2020.Chase has launched a number of new promotions for its Sapphire line of credit cards in order to give customers more rewards at a time when most are not using the card for its usual purpose: traveling. In order to help, the company has added some new limited-time offers to both the Sapphire Preferred and Sapphire Reserve credit card.Chase Sapphire Preferred® CardThe Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card has added the followin...

It's easier than you might think.Whether it's apps from the Play Store or Chrome extensions, these tools can help you get a lot done on your Chromebook. There are a plethora of games and other extensions that can improve Chrome far beyond what Google has already done with Chrome OS. Nonetheless, there comes a time where these extensions can either become obsolete or just not necessary any longer. So you'll want to keep your extensions tidy, instead of just trying to install anything and everything. Here's how you can manage your Chrome extensions from a Chromebook.How to install Chrome extensionsOpen Chrome from your Chromebook.Navigate to the Chrome Web Store.Locate the extension you wish to download.Click Add to Chrome.If prompted, tap Add extension to approve if an extension requires certain permissions.With some extensions, another confirmation will appear, showing you where the extension is in your Chrome toolbar. This is rather handy so you don't end up forgetti...

Best Buy's 4th of July sale is here with four days of deals and discounts on tech, smart home products, appliances, and much more. This limited time sale is only set to last through Sunday night and some deals have the potential of selling out sooner than that. Best Buy offers free shipping on orders totaling $35 or more, or you can select free in-store pickup or curbside pickup to skip the shipping charge.This weekend's sale at Best Buy is just one of many which are live now in celebration of the holiday. You can find plenty more sales and deals via our guide to the best 4th of July deals.While your mind may go straight to thinking about tech products when you consider all you might find for sale at Best Buy, this retailer is also a great one to pick up any major home appliances you may be in need of. During the sale, Best Buy is offering up to 40% off popular major appliances and you'll even score a $100 Best Buy gift card for free by purchasing two or more major appliances tot...

The Galaxy S20 has an in-display fingerprint sensor that's effectively identical to the S10's, which isn't a good thing. It was fine in the last-generation phone, but in-display fingerprint sensors have come a long way and kind of left the S20 series behind. Even if the component itself isn't great, you can do a few things that will make the most of what you have. Here's how you can speed up your S20's fingerprint sensor experience.Products used in this guideThe standard: Samsung Galaxy S20 ($1,000 at Amazon)Big and capable: Samsung Galaxy S20+ ($1,200 at Amazon)Going all-out: Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra ($1,400 at Amazon)Spend extra time enrolling your fingerprintsIt's always exciting to get a new phone. The last thing you want to do when setting up a brand new Galaxy S20 is to stop and take extra time to enroll your fingerprints. Unfortunately, that's exactly what you need to do to make sure you get the bext experience from the fingerprint sensor.Unlike the old capacit...

Sometimes it's nice to take a step back and appreciate the past.MrMobile makes some of my favorite tech videos on the Internet, covering the latest trends in smartphones, tablets, and all other things mobile. But lately, he's been shifting his focus a bit to the past with a retrospective new series called When Phones Were Fun. It's been great following along and watching him cover not just phones that I grew up around, but phones well before my time.Episode 1: Samsung's "Matrix Phone" (2003)It's the dawn of a new century. China launches its first manned space mission; the human genome is finally sequenced; and in North America, over 50 million people lose power due in part to a software bug. In short: technology has woven its way into so many facets of our lives that movies like The Matrix are coming out to critique … and yes, consumerize that infestation.The Samsung SPH-N270 "Matrix Phone" was a collector's item that launched alongside The Matrix Reloaded, with the hop...

A major, expensive purchase could be on the horizon.What you need to knowLeyou is a holdings corporation that owns several studios, including Digital Extremes, developers of Warframe..According to Bloomberg, Sony is considering a bid to acquire Leyou.Nothing has been finalized yet.With the PlayStation 5 still set to release in Holiday 2020, Sony may be looking at increasing the number of game development studios it owns. According to a new report from Bloomberg, Sony is currently considering a big on Leyou corporation. Leyou is a video game holdings company based out of Hong Kong. It owns Digital Extremes, Splash Damage, Athlon Games, Kingmaker, Radiance Games and a 20% stake in Certain Affinity.Digital Extremes are the developers of Warframe, a popular free-to-play title. Meanwhile, Splash Damage has done support work on the Gears of War franchise, including leading development on Gears Tactics. Splash Damage is also working on a Stadia-exclusive game.Nothing has been ...

Chatting it up with the AC forums.Given the current state of the world and everything that's going on, times are tough for a lot of people. Many of us are trying to find ways to cut excessive spending to save extra cash every month, whether that be through random spending, unnecessary subscriptions, etc.One of our AC forum members brought up this topic with an interesting question — could you rely solely on your phone's data plan if you had to cancel your home internet service? In-home internet typically isn't very affordable, and depending on your usage, it's possible you could get everything done via your phone or setting it up as a mobile hotspot.It's certainly an interesting discussion, and this is how some of our other members responded. bembol 06-30-2020 12:42 AM “ Times are tight these days and just thinking if you are forced to cancel your Home Internet, is you cell phone data plan e...

The Honor 30 Lite also made its debut alongside the X10 Max today.What you need to knowHonor X10 Max is a new 5G phone with a gigantic 7.09-inch display.It is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 800 chipset and supports 22.5W fast charging. The phone has been priced at 1,899 yuan ($269) in China for the base 6GB/64GB version. Honor today unveiled a new phone that has been designed for people who love big screens. Dubbed X10 Max, the phone offers dual-mode 5G connectivity as well and promises impressive battery life (via GSMArena).The new Honor X10 Max has a 7.09-inch FHD+ IPS display with a waterdrop notch and HDR10 compliance. It is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 800 5G chipset, which has been paired with up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB storage. In the camera department, the X10 Max features a dual-camera setup at the rear with a 48MP primary sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. For selfies, the phone is equipped with an 8MP camera on the front. It also packs a large 5,000mAh battery ...

The Snapdragon Wear 4100 series may be better than the 3100, but it's still far behind what Samsung and Apple have to offer, and Wear OS smartwatches will suffer accordingly.Wear OS smartwatches haven't caught on the way Google or any company making them would like. A big part of the reason why is simply poor performance. Qualcomm, the company that makes the processor inside the watches, just announced its latest chip that will try to fix this, the Snapdragon Wear 4100 series.Qualcomm is quick to tout the improvement over the past generation of wearable chips and tells us it will be 85% faster and have 25% longer battery life. But that apples-to-apples comparison falls apart when you notice the oranges in the room: wearable chips from Samsung and Apple.Wear OS has come a long way and companies making watches for the platform offer some really enticing products. Watches from Fossil or Montblanc can add a little style to your life and gear from Puma or Suunto bring serious focus ...

The Rachio R3e 8-zone smart sprinkler controller is down to $99.99 at Amazon. This price marks the lowest we've ever seen this sprinkler controller reach. The R3e normally sells for $150, and you can find it going for that price at places like Home Depot. Save $50 on a smart sprinkler controller already designed with saving you money at the top of the list. Compare this to the regular Rachio 3, which is going for as much as $216 in some places.The entire point of the Rachio system is to give you a simple and easy way to control your sprinklers. It's a system that's smart enough it can actually save you money in the long run, and it does that without ruining your lawn in the process.The Rachio 3e can avoid watering your lawn when it doesn't need it. The Weather Intelligence technology skips unnecessary waterings when it detects rain, wind, freeze, and more. You can even create a smart schedule based on your mix of soil, the plant types, and the sun exposure. This will give you the...

It can be annoying when you're listening to something on your Chromebook only to have it lock. Then, you have to unlock it in order to control the content. Back in late 2019, Google pushed an update to Chrome OS, which added a new Media Control Widget to the lock screen of your Chromebook. This works with all of the big hitting apps like Spotify and YouTube Music, but it can also control media being played back through the Chrome browser.How to lock your Chromebook and control mediaOpen the app that you wish to play media from on your Chromebook. Tap the notification box in the bottom toolbar.Tap the Lock icon to lock your Chromebook.A media control widget will appear with controls for whatever you are listening to.This new media control widget gives you all the control you'll need to listen to your music, podcasts, and more. There's the traditional Play/Pause button, Previous and Skip buttons, along with a Seek Forward and Seek Backward button. Plus, you can "scrub" t...

The Indian government announced a ban on 59 Chinese apps just three days ago.What you need to knowThe Indian government has banned 59 Chinese-developed apps in the country.Apple and Google have both complied with the ban.The apps have been removed from both the App Store and Google Play Store. Apple and Google have both complied with a government-enforced ban on Chinese apps in India, removing 59 apps from the App Store and Google Play Store.As TechCrunch reports: Two days after India blocked 59 apps developed by Chinese firms, Google and Apple have started to comply with New Delhi's order and are preventing users in the world's second largest internet market from accessing those apps. UC Browser, Shareit, and Club Factory and other apps that India has blocked are no longer listed on Apple's App Store and Google Play Store. In a statement, a Google spokesperson said that the company had "temporarily blocked access to the apps"on Google Play Store as it reviews ...

Best answer: Disney+ has launched in over a dozen countries in North America, Europe, and Asia as of June, and Disney+ is projected to launch in most markets over the next two years.International movie magic: Disney+ ($7/month at Disney+)Where you can get Disney+ right nowAustraliaAustriaCanadaFranceGermanyIndiaIrelandItalyJapanMonacoNetherlandsNew Zealand SpainSwitzerlandUnited KingdomUnited StatesIn addition, several French territories served by telecom Canal+ have Disney+ through that provider, including New Caledonia, French West Indies, French Guiana, Wallis and Futuna, with more territories later this year.What about the rest of the world?The next batch of countries slated to get Disney+ on Sept. 15, 2020 includes:BelgiumDenmarkFinlandIcelandLuxembourgNorwayPortugalSwedenBrazil has a tentative November rollout but no exact date yet. As for the rest of the world, the tentative global rollout timeline Disney shared originally is as fo...

Are you using a VPN yet? You should be. VPNs help protect your privacy with everything from encrypted Wi-Fi to ad blockers. They're very simple to use and allow for a lot of flexibility. Plus the right VPN won't keep traffic logs either, so even the VPN itself isn't tracking you. Private Internet Access is that sort of VPN, and right now you can make the most of a limited-time promotion offering 77% off the service.That means you can get two years of the service for just $69.95 with two additional months thrown in for free. All told, you'll be paying just $2.69 per month compared to its regular monthly price of $11.95 putting it in cheap VPN territory.Private Internet Access has more than 3,300 servers available in 48 countries. That means you're covered no matter where you want to travel. In addition to the features mentioned above, like encrypted Wi-Fi and ad blocking, PIA offers a ton of other features, too. You'll be able to use PIA with up to 10 devices at the same time with...

It could be the world's first gaming phone to be powered by a Snapdragon 865+ chipset.What you need to knowThe ASUS ROG Phone 3 will be launched at an online "Game Charger" event on July 22.It is expected to come with a Snapdragon 865+ chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM. The gaming phone will also feature a triple-camera setup at the rear with a 64MP main sensor. The ROG Phone 2 was arguably the most impressive gaming phone released last year, offering stellar performance and class-leading battery life. ASUS today confirmed that it will be taking the wraps off the ROG Phone 3 at a "game changer" event at 11 AM ET on July 22.While the ROG Phone 3 will not have a completely different designed compared to its predecessor, it will offer several key hardware upgrades. The flagship gaming phone is expected to be powered by Qualcomm's unannounced Snapdragon 865+ chipset, coupled with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM. On the back of the phone will be a triple-camera setup featuring...

Best Buy's 4th of July sale is going on strong, and the best deal in it is probably the TCL 8 Series 65-inch Roku TV going for $999.99. This is a deal we have seen a couple times before, but it only ever shows up during major holiday sales. The last sale was over Memorial Day. Outside of the big sales event, this TV can go as high as $2,000. Since Best Buy is the only place that sells it, no one else can beat it on price.Want to take it up a notch? You can also save on the 75-inch version of TCL's 8 Series TV. It's down to $1,799.99 from an MSRP of $3,000. And much like the 65-inch version, only Best Buy carries this TV so only Best Buy can put it on sale.This TV's use of mini LED tech is one of the things that sets it apart. This feature gives you precise control of your TV's image quality, making brights as bright as ever and creating a beautiful contrast with the darks. You get tons of depth and dimension no matter what you're watching. The QLED panel also helps deliver a wide...

Adobe goes its own way with a photography app.Photoshop is a household name, even for people who have never used the software to edit photos. And while there have been apps to edit images on Android for some time, Adobe has taken a crack at actual photography with its latest Photoshop Camera app and thrown in a whole lot of wacky features to work with.Much of what Adobe is using here is based on its artificial intelligence (AI) called Sensei that bridges together photography, creative effects and editing. While you might think this app requires a level of expertise, it's actually meant for anyone capable of shooting snapshots on their phones.It's also a unique place where filters are called "lenses" and the app can apply effects or edits on its own. Or you can choose to do a lot of the work yourself. The versatility is interesting, but more serious mobile photographers might be turned off by all the noise going on here.At a glanceAdobe Photoshop Camera ...

There's no use in buying a power strip that only has AC outlets anymore. Most of the devices we charge these days power up via USB, so why not make things a bit more efficient? Get rid of your bulky USB wall chargers and plug directly in with this Anker 30W USB Power Strip with Power Delivery. Today it's on sale for just $24.89 at Amazon thanks to a direct price drop and an on-page coupon taking a further $4 off. All told, you're saving just over $9.Anker's PowerPort Strip PD 2 Mini is a compact power strip unlike most others. It's equipped with a USB-C port that can deliver an 18W charge with Power Delivery, along with two PowerIQ-enabled USB charging ports and two AC outlets. That allows you to power up to five devices all at once. Anker's PowerIQ technology recognizes and charges each device at an optimized 12W charge.The strip has a 7-point safety system including a fire-retardant casing and child-friendly safety shutters. It's also a good pick for traveling as it doesn't inc...

Cleaning can be laborious and boring, so it's certainly nice to have some help around the house when you can get it. With the iRobot Roomba 860 Robotic Vacuum on sale for $199.99 in refurbished condition today only at Amazon, this could be your chance to snag that extra help at a nice discount. This deal saves you over $80 off its regular cost and brand new models previously sold for up to $500, though the vacuum is now being replaced by the newer models at various retailers, making it much harder to locate in new condition. The promotion expires at the end of the day.These certified refurbished models have been inspected and tested to ensure they look and work "like new". If your purchase arrives at your home in worse condition or doesn't work, you can send it back for a full refund or a replacement thanks to its included 90-day limited warranty.The Roomba 860 works on all floor types and features a full suite of sensors that allows it navigate and adapt to your changing home, A...

The evaLIGHT Plus is a portable, USB-powered personal cooling system that's been making this scorcher of a summer much more manageable.The system is pretty straightforward. You plug it in over microUSB, even using power from your laptop or a backup battery if you like. You fill up the 1 L tank with water, which gets slurped up by internal evaporative cooling pads. Then the fan kicks in on the other side of those pads, blowing cool, moist air out of one side. You can tilt the vent up and down, and crank the fan into high or low gears using the navigation dial on the top.A smarter coolevaLIGHT plus$200 at EvapolarYour own personal microclimateThe evaLIGHT plus uses a simple but effective evaporative technique to keep you cool at your desk, in bed, or anywhere you need it. The system delivers a triple whammy of cooling, humidification, and air purification. Not only is it energy-efficient, but the LED supports a wide range of colors and brightnesses. Get 15% off for limi...

Steam support will not be limited to just high-end Chromebooks.What you need to knowGoogle is preparing to add Steam gaming support to select Chromebooks.As confirmed by Google at CES earlier this year, Steam gaming support on Chrome OS will be based on Linux. Initially, at least, Steam gaming support will only be available on Chromebooks powered by 10th Generation Intel processors. Earlier this year, a Google executive confirmed that the company was working to bring Steam gaming support to Chrome OS. The folks at 9to5Google have now come up with a new report that sheds more light on exactly how Chrome OS will run Steam and the Chromebooks that will be the first to support it.The publication says it has been tracking a new project codenamed "Borealis" within the Chrome open-source code for a few weeks now. As per their report, Borealis is based on Ubuntu and comes pre-installed with a copy of Steam. On the other hand, "Crostini" which is the name of the project that allow...

The deal is already under scrutiny by the U.S. Justice Department.What you need to knowA total of 20 consumer organizations have sent letters to antitrust regulators in various countries, expressing concerns over Google's proposed Fitbit acquisition.The organizations argue that the deal will enable Google to obtain data from Fitbit and further expand its clout in digital markets. Google and Fitbit had announced the $2.1 billion acquisition deal in November last year. Consumer advocacy groups from the U.S., Europe, and Latin America have come together against Google's proposed acquisition of fitness-tracking giant Fitbit. The group of 20 organizations has written a letter antitrust regulators across the globe, expressing privacy and competition concerns (via Reuters).The organizations have issued a statement arguing that acquiring Fitbit would provide Google access to sensitive user information such as their heart rates, quality of sleep, and the number of steps they take...

Google Store sells out of Pixel 3a and 3a XL inventory, but the phone is still available on Amazon and other retailers.What you need to knowGoogle has discontinued the Pixel 3a and 3a XL. Both phones are sold out on Google Store and won't be restocked.Google mentions that customers that are interested in picking up the phones can do so from partner sites. Amazon and Best Buy are still selling both variants of the phone, so get them while they're still on sale. Google has discontinued the popular Pixel 3a and 3a XL ahead of the arrival of the Pixel 4a. In a statement to Android Police, Google confirmed that it sold through its inventory and "completed sales" of the Pixel 3a series: Google Store has sold through its inventory and completed sales of Pixel 3a. For people who are still interested in buying Pixel 3a, the product is available from some partners while supplies last.If you're interested in picking up the Pixel 3a or 3a XL, now is your last chance. Both phones...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Chase credit cards are some of the most sought-after on the market. While the Chase lineup isn't quite as extensive as Amex's, there are a lot of great Chase-branded options for just about every type of cardholder. Whether you're looking for a premium travel card, an introduction into the world of points and miles, an easy cash back or a business card, Chase has got you covered.And since Chase cards are easily paired with each other for maximum value, people tend to hold more than one Chase card at once.Chase has also recently added a number of temporary and permanent perks to help grounded travelers make the most of their Chase cards. This includes added flexibility on Chase Sapphire Reserve perk...

When you're buying a hard drive for your Synology NAS, you're looking for two things: solid day-to-day performance, and long-term reliability. All of the drives highlighted below are designed for 24/7 NAS use cases, and excel at those two traits. I've used all the drives on this list, and considering I have a 120TB home server, I know a thing or two about picking the right HDD for a NAS enclosure.Truly outstandingSeagate IronWolfStaff PickI've been using two 14TB IronWolf drives for just under a year, and they're rock-solid in 24/7 use. IronWolf drives feature Seagate's AgileArray tech for better performance and reliability, and come with rotational vibration sensors to minimize vibrations. Starting with the 6TB model, all of the HDDs spin at 7200RPM, have a 180TB/year workload rating, and 1 million hours mean time between failures (MTBF). All IronWolf drives also feature CMR tech and come with a 3-year warranty as standard, and are ideal for NAS enclosures with up to 8 b...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Get $50 for supporting small businesses in your area.What you need to knowAmex is rolling out its yearly small business statement credit program early this year.Cardholders can get up to $50 in statement credits for shopping small businesses.The promotion runs from June 29, 2020, through September 30, 2020.American Express is back with a popular Amex Offer that hopes to save its cardholders some money while supporting small businesses across the country.Reported by The Points Guy, the card issuer has announced that its Shop Small promotion will be launching early this year. The promotion will give cardholders up to $50 back when they shop at small businesses between now and September 20,...