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A unique VR game that looks and sounds the part.What you need to knowStar Shaman is a unique VR game, the debut title built by French studio Ikimasho.The game has gorgeous visuals, promises an alluring soundtrack, and features roguelite and adventure elements.If you're interested, Star Shaman is now available for Oculus Quest / Quest 2, SteamVR, and Viveport.Earlier this month, we reported on an interesting new VR game known as Star Shaman, the debut game from French studio Ikimasho that's coming to Oculus Quest, Oculus Quest 2, SteamVR, and Viveport all at the same time. And by the same time, I mean today, October 22. Star Shaman is now available for practically every major VR platform, so no matter where you play you should be able to experience the unique game on offer here.We're excited to get our hands on Star Shaman, as it looks fantastic, promises to have an incredible soundtrack, and seems to offer a good mix of entertaining gameplay, including roguelite and adven...

From the pandemic to wildfires, there are many reasons why you might want to stay inside right now. But if the cabin fever is starting to bite, you might want to grab the GameThrill Big Game Box. This subscription delivers 10 great titles every month, and you can currently get three months for just $49.99.As every gamer knows, buying new games individually can be really expensive. By bundling together titles, GameThrill allows you to play the latest titles without breaking the bank.This deal includes 30 games in total, spread over three months. There's something for everyone, from realistic racing in DiRT Rally to the heart-pounding action of SAMS.You can also test your military strategy in Make War, explore stylish dungeons in AVA, and enjoy endless laughs in Goat Simulator. Other big names include Dragon Hunter, Cybercube, Creepy Vision, F1 2018, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine.All these titles have great reviews on Steam, and you get instant access every month as a subscri...

True flagshipOnePlus 8 Pro$900 at AmazonProsBigger, better display at 120HzWireless chargingBetter camerasConsTougher to use one-handed$200 moreSame front-facing cameraOnePlus put together all of its strengths in hardware, specs, and software and finally added in missing features like water resistance, wireless charging, and a top-notch screen. It also has a fantastic quad camera setup, and as a result, this is the most expensive phone OnePlus has ever sold — but worth it.Great valueOnePlus 8$700 at AmazonProsLess expensive for same core featuresEasier to use with one handSame great specsStrong battery lifeConsWeaker rear camerasSmaller, lower-res screen at 90HzThe OnePlus 8 follows more of the traditional OnePlus model: deliver a flagship-like experience with top-end hardware and specs for hundreds less. Even with a higher price than the 7T, you can still see great value in the 8. You just lose out on the top-end cameras, scr...

Demo Ubisoft's potential sleeper hit on Stadia.What you need to knowImmortals Fenyx Rising is an upcoming open world game from Ubisoft that combines parts of Assassin's Creed and Zelda: Breath of the Wild.Our previews show the game could be a real sleeper hit later this year, and shows a ton of promise.You can now demo Immortals Fenyx Rising on Stadia, Google's cloud-powered gaming platform, completely for free.No subscription is necessary, anyone can try out Ubisoft's upcoming creation for free, for the rest of the week.Strange naming convention aside, Immortals Fenyx Rising may turn out to be one of 2020's surprise gaming hits, even with the busy holiday season ahead of us. Now, anyone can go and try out a small slice of Immortals Fenyx Rising themselves, with an exclusive demo through Google Stadia. Starting now, October 22, and ending October 29, 2020 at 9 am PT, anyone can sign up to play a free demo of Immortals Fenyx Rising, with no subscription needed.Whatever yo...

Improve your performanceGarmin Forerunner 745<$500 at AmazonProsGPS, HRM, NFCTraining load and statusBlood oxygen monitoringMusic storageGarmin PayConsVery expensiveShorter battery lifeIf you need access to as many premium features as possible and you don't mind paying more for it, you'll love the Garmin Forerunner 745. You'll get standard health and activity tracking perks as well as important performance monitoring tools, like VO2 max, training load, training status, and aerobic and anaerobic training effects.Start tracking your fitnessGarmin Forerunner 735XT$228 at AmazonProsOnboard GPSHeart-rate monitoringAdvanced running dynamicsActivity/sleep tracking11 days of battery lifeConsLacks more advanced training featuresNo Garmin Pay or music storageThere's a lot to love about the Garmin Forerunner 735XT, starting with its reasonable price tag. This watch proves that you don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy a GPS running w...

Google will let you know which deal is an imposter.What you need to knowGoogle today announced new features for Shopping in the lead up to the holiday season.Shopping will let you compare prices across online and local retailers.It'll also let you easily keep track of pricing changes for devices you're interested in.Google is rolling out a couple of new features to the Google Shopping service today, aimed at helping users make better decisions in the lead up to big shopping events like Black Friday and Christmas.First, Google will make it easier to compare product prices when you search through shopping. For any selected product, it will show you local pricing, show you online pricing, and add tags for little niceties like curbside pick-up.Google will also tattle tale on "pseudo-deals." You know the one, the "70% off deal that goes down to $200 except it routinely sells at $150 all year round" type of thing. Now, Google Shopping will let you know the average real price ...

Look your best swinging through the streets.One of the best parts of Marvel's Spider-Man was collecting the many different suits and it looks like Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales is going to...well, follow suit. This is looking to be one of the best PS5 launch games, so we're hunting down every single suit the game has to offer, as well as listing how you unlock them.An important note: We're only listing the suits with official names that have been released so far. Here's a list of all the suits you can unlock in Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Name How to Unlock Gameplay Image T.R.A.C.K Suit Preorder bonus Crimson Cowl Unknown --- --- ---Marvel's Spider-Man Miles Morales is set to release on November 12 for PS4 and PS5. If you grab the Ultimate Launch Edition, you'll also get a remaster of Marvel's Spider-Man that includes a 4K 60 FPS performance mode and a 4K 30 FPS ray-tracing mode, just like Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morale...

Working from home can be great, assuming you approach it the right way. Whether your job is 100% remote or your company is shifting to remote work as a temporary thing, having a good office desk and other office equipment is essential to staying productive and having an enjoyable workday. If you're shopping for a new desk, there are lots of excellent ones out there that are selling for shockingly low prices. Here are a few of our favorites!Our favoriteFURINNO Econ Multipurpose DeskStaff PickWe're happy to recommend any of the desks on this list, but if we were to pick one as the best overall, it'd have to be the FURINNO Econ Multipurpose Desk. We'll mention FURINNO a few times today, but the Econ desk stands out for a few reasons. It's offered in a ton of different finishes, there's a slide-out drawer for your keyboard, and the various platforms/surfaces give you ample ways to organize your gear. We also love the included cubby on the bottom!From $67 at AmazonFrom $52 ...

When you live in a home with pets, it's not uncommon to find tumbleweeds of fur collecting in different areas of the house. Cats and dogs never seem to stop shedding, which makes cleaning up a bit of a hassle. The best way to keep your home clean is with a reliable robot vacuum like the iRobot Roomba i7+ that takes care of the furry mess every day. We've done our research and gathered a list of the best robot vacuums for pets, which varies from our picks for best robot vacuum overall. See which one fits your needs.Best Overall: iRobot Roomba i7+This is most definitely an expensive choice for your home, but it's also one of the only robot vacuums on the market that can dump its dustbin load and continue working. When you spring for the i7+, you get the vacuum and the Clean Base where dustbin loads are stored. You can also purchase a less expensive i7 vacuum on its own, but it won't be compatible with the Clean Base. iRobot designed the Clean Base's bags to hold up to 30 bins wor...

What is VoLTE and should I even care about it?VoLTE, or Voice over LTE, is the way our phones and carriers transmit our voices during a call so there's good reason to know how to use it and why you should care. Most U.S. carriers have rolled out the red carpet for VoLTE on LTE, or what most of us call 4G. By now, VoLTE is most likely available in your area and if you upgraded your phone in the last few years, you can probably use it. Once you have the right phone and carrier, setting VoLTE up on your phone is very easy and well worth it.Let's take a deeper look.Jump to:What is VoLTE?Which U.S. carriers support VoLTE?How can I use VoLTE?What else do I need to know about VoLTE?Do I need to upgrade my phone to use VoLTE?What is VoLTE?As the name suggests, Voice over LTE is what happens when your carrier allows you to place a phone call over your LTE connection instead of the older legacy voice networks. Verizon Wireless, for example, traditionally used 1XRTT for ...

Turkey is one of the world's most notorious internet censorship regimes. Over the past few years, the Turkish government has taken a number of steps to control how its citizens use the internet and which websites they can access.In Turkey, internet freedom simply doesn't exist. From social media giants like Facebook to online information resources such as Wikipedia, thousands of popular websites and services are blocked or restricted across this country.For people living in or traveling to Turkey, it's possible to circumvent these blocks by using a virtual private network. These are internet privacy tools that allow users to access the internet anonymously and unblock geo-restricted websites. But which websites are actually blocked in Turkey, and what's the best Turkish VPN service? We find out.Internet censorship in TurkeyTurkey has a long history of internet censorship. For example, in 2014, the country introduced a piece of omnibus legislation that provided its telecommuni...

The RCS rollout continues across the globe.RCS is an upgrade to the standard SMS messaging feature set that exists on all smartphones. It adds typing indicators, read receipts, emoji reactions, support for higher quality file sharing, and so on. In essence, it turns basic SMS into instant messaging and makes the Messages app an iMessage and WhatsApp competitor. While it is typically carrier dependent, Google has opted to take on that burden for now while carriers get their act together.The company announced the rollout of RCS last year, but it has been a slow release so far.Where is Google's RCS officially available?RCS is available in the following countries as per Google's official announcements. The company brought it to the UK last year first, with Spain being the most recent addition in March 2020.FranceMexicoSpainThe United KingdomThe United StatesTentative availabilityGoogle has yet to announce the rollout of RCS in these regions, but users have self-report...

Take the best shots with more ease than ever before.With the new console generation comes a new user experience and new ways of doing things like taking photos. The PS5 has not been released yet, however Sony has already shared a fair bit about how players will engage with the new and altered features like sharing their favorite captures with the DualSense controller. Here's how to take and share a screenshot on PS5.How to take and share a screenshot on PS5 with a DualSenseSign in to your PS5.Play any game.When you want to take a screenshot, press the Create button on your DualSense controller.This will bring up the Create menu, which has a variety of options for customizing your screenshot.Press Take Screenshot when you are happy with your shot.Alternatively, without opening the Create menu, you can press and hold the Create button to take a screenshot.To share this screenshot, navigate to the Control Center.Find and select the Card that has recently captured media....

Dell and its subsidiary Alienware make some of the best PC accessories on the market, both for their own PCs and laptops and for other PC brands. We've looked through their collection of mice, keyboards, speakers, docking stations, webcams and other useful accessories for your computer, and picked the best devices that you should consider using with your PC rig.Your starter displayDell 24" Monitor (P2419H)Staff PickAs a primary PC screen or external monitor for your laptop, this 24-inch, 1080p model checks all the boxes. Its adjustable stand lets you tilt or pivot it for the best viewing angle, anti-glare and blue light filters will protect your eyes during long work days, and its thin design will help it fit on any desk. A 1000:1 contrast ratio with 300 nits of brightness and 16.7 million colors give you a vibrant display for the price.$160 at Amazon$160 at Best Buy$200 at DellLightning-fast refresh and inputAlienware 25" Gaming Monitor (AW2521HF)Along wi...

Play Music is expected to be shut down for all users by December.What you need to knowGoogle has started shutting down Play Music for some users.When you open the Play Music app, you will now see a splash screen asking you to transfer your library to YouTube Music.The Play Music web client is also no longer working for some users.Just as expected, Google has started shutting down its Play Music service for users around the world. As spotted by Android Police, some users are no longer able to access their library on the Play Music Android app.When opening the Play Music app, you may now see a splash screen prompting you to transfer your library to YouTube Music. In addition to the "Transfer to YouTube Music" button, you will also see a second button that will let you manage your data. The Play Music web client also appears to have stopped working for some users. Just like the Android app, the web client now lets you transfer your library to YouTube Music or manage your ...

Great free optionHotspot Shield VPNFrom $0 at Hotspot ShieldProsGreat customer supportUnlimited bandwidth each monthOver 2,500 serversGreat free plan availableConsNo longer supports OpenVPN protocolThis is our top recommendation for those looking for a free VPN. You do need to enter your credit card number, but the company won't charge you and you can use the service for free beyond the 7-day trial.Security focusedProton VPNFrom $0 at ProtonVPNProsBased in SwitzerlandMany servers utilize 10 Gbps connectionsHas great free plan with unlimited bandwithConsFree plan users are deprioritized during peak hoursFrom the creators of the secure and encrypted ProtonMail comes ProtonVPN. There are no data limits here, but free users are deprioritized in favor of paid ones during peak usage times.Downloading a virtual private network is a great way to protect yourself from different cyber threats, encrypt your personal data and enjoy more ...

Purchasing a new TV can be pretty expensive, but if you know where to look, you have the opportunity to save hundreds on brand new models. Dell is well-known for its computers and its online store is full of them, but there's also a wide selection of TVs available. Dell routinely offers some of the best TV deals and best smart TV deals online, and often you'll even score a free gift card with the purchase! With Black Friday right around the corner, there's no doubt we'll be seeing Dell offer some stellar discounts to compete with the retail giant this month.Dell's TV selection ranges in price by quite a lot, which means there are TVs for buyers at any price point. However, the best deals tend to be on the higher-priced models; the more you spend, the greater the opportunity is to save big. Dell even offers monthly financing with no interest on select 4K TVs if you pay off the balance within 12 months. It also pays to sign up for a free Dell Rewards membership. You'll receive up to ...

The Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 16 Ohm over-ear headphones are down to $129 on Amazon thanks to the $20 off on-page coupon you can clip. That brings these headphones down to their lowest price ever. They have never dropped below $139 directly on Amazon and have sold as high as $180 this year.Most of the DT 770 Pro headphones come in a color variation that includes a black headband and gray ear cups. The 16 Ohm version has this Ninja Black version. Not only is it on sale, it's also a limited edition. Grab them while this special edition is down to a low price.These are wired, professional-sounding headphones for the audiophiles out there. Normally headphones like this would require an amp or something similar to get the most out of them. If you were going with the DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm or similar, that might be true. These are 16 Ohm headphones, though, which makes them perfectly suited for plug-and-play. If you're looking for a way to get the most out of your music and you're using a mob...

A smarter fitness watchFitbit Versa 3$230 at AmazonProsGPS, HRM, NFCActive Zone MInutesBlood oxygen monitoringSix days of battery lifeMic/speaker for calls/text repliesConsPrevious Versa bands are not compatibleThe Fitbit Versa 3 shows the Versa line is better than ever. You'll enjoy plenty of improvements, including six-day battery life, better heart rate accuracy, onboard GPS, Active Zone Minutes, and a mic/speaker with voice assistant options. If you want a perfect combination of fitness tracking and smartwatch perks, this is it.Activity tracking simplifiedGarmin Venu Sq$200 at AmazonProsGPS, HRM, NFCCompact, lightweight designActivity/health trackingSix days of battery lifeBlood oxygen monitoringConsMusic storage isn't a standard featureNot many "smart" featuresWhen you need a reliable fitness watch to track your progress and achieve your goals, you'll be in good hands with the Garmin Venu Sq. It's an affordable activity tr...

A growing list that's starting off small at launch with only a couple of games.Cloud streaming is coming to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and while it has over 150 titles in its library at launch, only a handful of those support touch controls. A controller may be the preferred method to play these games, but you have the choice to go the old school mobile gaming route and just use the screen of your phone or tablet if you want to.Every game with touch controls on Xbox Game Pass (xCloud) for AndroidDead CellsGear 5 (in testing)Guacamelee! 2Hellblade: Senua's SacrificeHotshot RacingKiller InstinctMinecraft DungeonsNew Super Lucky's TaleSlay The SpireStreets of Rage 4Tell Me WhyUnderMine...That's it, unfortunately. Microsoft is working with developers to add touch controls to more titles after launch, but as of right now, you only have about a dozen games, with Gears 5 to look forward to in the future.Aside from cloud streaming, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate also brings pla...

Sony's veritable army of developers are working on a new slate of games for the PS5.The PlayStation 4 generation was an interesting one for Sony Worldwide Studios. It saw internal teams double down on blockbuster, cinematic games while also retaining experimentation from the smaller groups. U.K. developers at Evolution Studios, Guerrilla Cambridge and Manchester Studio were shut down, while Insomniac Games — longtime associate and partner of PlayStation — was finally acquired.With a new generation comes new games. This is a list of everything we know Sony Worldwide Studios is currently working on, or are at least fairly certain to be developing for the PlayStation 5.Current Sony studiosSIE Bend StudioForwardWorksGuerrilla GamesInsomniac GamesSIE Japan StudioSIE London StudioMedia MoleculeNaughty DogPixelOpusPolyphony DigitalSIE San Diego StudioSIE San Mateo StudioSIE Santa Monica StudioSucker Punch ProductionsSIE XDev EuropeRecently closed Sony studios...

Some of the most popular television and music streaming services will be available.What you need to knowSony released a list of the streaming services that will be supported on PS5 at launch.The list includes apps like Spotify, Disney+, Apple TV, Netflix, Twitch, and YouTube.The PS5 media remote has dedicated buttons for YouTube, Netflix, Disney+, and Spotify.Apps like Amazon Prime Video, MyCanal, Hulu, Peacock will come to PS5 at a later date.It's sacrilege to say, but consoles are good for more than just gaming. Sony has revealed a handful of the most popular streaming apps will be available on the PS5 at launch including Apple TV, Disney+, Netflix, Spotify, YouTube, and Twitch. The new media remote releasing alongside the console will have dedicated buttons for Netflix, YouTube, Spotify, and Disney+ for quick and easy access.As shown in the new PS5 user experience video, there will be a dedicated space for Media content so you can keep it separate from your gaming con...

Talk to meNest Wifi$159 at AmazonProsBeautiful designGoogle Assistant built-in to the mesh pointsGreat tie-ins with Google Assistant and Google Home RoutinesWPA3 supportAC2200 4x4 5GHz is wicked fastConsNo wired backhaulMesh point is slower than the routerLimited QoS optionsOne LAN portProprietary power cables on Router and mesh pointsNest Wifi is the second-generation mesh wireless system from Google. Aside from a major style change over the original Google Wifi, Nest Wifi includes a Google Assistant-powered speaker built into each mesh point. That ties in perfectly with the voice-controlled functionality and shows Google Nest's continued effort to make its devices helpful, not just smart.Free VPN and moreUbiquiti AmpliFi HD$197 at AmazonProsWired backhaul optionsFurther coverage rangeFree VPN via Ubiquiti TeleportAdjustable mesh point antennasMesh points plug directly into the wallEasy, customizable QoSConsNo WPA3 supportAC...

Great sound. A lovely design. Excellent price.The Amazon Echo needs no introduction in 2020. What started off as an experimental invite-only gadget back in late 2014 has since become the most popular family of smart speakers on the market, with Amazon crushing competition from Google and Apple without breaking a sweat.It's become a tradition that we get new Echo hardware every year, with one of the latest entries in the series being the Amazon Echo (4th Gen). It's the new middle child in between the Echo Dot and Echo Studio, and with a retail price of just $100, it's packing a ton of value.There's nothing about the Amazon Echo (4th Gen) that'll make you an Alexa convert if you still don't like how the virtual helper works compared to something like Google Assistant, but for existing Alexa fans or anyone that's been wanting to finally jump on the bandwagon, this is one of the best speakers you can buy right now.Amazon Echo (4th Gen) review:Price and availabilityWhat I li...

Unlike other major sports leagues such as the NBA, NHL, MLB and MLS which were forced to postpone their seasons or change their schedules due to the pandemic, the NFL got lucky because its 2019-20 season ended back in February. The league started its new season on Thursday, September 10, and even if you've missed a few games so far, we have all the details on how you can stream the rest of the season.The 2020-21 NFL season is already shaping up to be a bit different than past seasons since all of the preseason games were cancelled. Instead of playing exhibition games, NFL teams started their training camps late and went directly from training to week 1 of the regular season. The first few weeks of play have proven to hold some pretty great matchups, so it looks like the transition has gone well for players so far.Thankfully though, the schedule for the NFL's regular season remains mostly unchanged (outside of a few outbreaks that have led to some panic) and each team will play 16 g...

Having a chat with the AC forums.Charging your phone isn't the most exciting thing in the world, but thanks to standards like Qi wireless charging, doing so has gotten a lot more convenient. When you're running low on power, all you have to do is put your phone on a wireless charging stand/pad rather than looking for a cable and plugging it in.There are a ton of wireless charging options out there, and with so many to choose from, it can be difficult to know which ones are truly worth your money. A few of our AC forum members recently shared their favorite ones, including: bbgpsuser 10-20-2020 03:20 PM “ You can't go wrong with something from Anker like https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Wireless-Charger-Fast-Charging-Adapter-dp-B07YD77RKC/dp/B07YD77RKC/ref=dp_ob_title_wld?tag=androidcentral00-20&ascsubtag=UUacUvbUpU6877073 Reply Gayle Lynn...

The 5nm Kirin 9000 chipset promises up to 52% faster graphics performance compared to the Snapdragon 865+.What you need to knowHuawei's Mate 40 series is now official.The Mate 40 series includes the Mate 40, Mate 40 Pro, Mate 40 Pro+, and Mate 40 RS Porsche Edition.The new phones will ship with Android 10-based EMUI 11 out of the box. Huawei today unveiled its latest flagship smartphones at a virtual launch event. The company's new Mate 40 series phones are big upgrades over their predecessors and are powered by what could be the company's last flagship mobile chipset.The new Mate 40 Pro features a 6.76-inch FHD+ flexible OLED "Horizon" display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. Unlike last year's Mate 30 Pro, however, you don't get a wide notch in the middle. Instead, the phone has a pill-shaped hole-punch cutout for the dual selfie cameras. Powering the latest Huawei flagship is the Kirin 9000, which is a 5nm chipset with an integrated 5G modem an...

Everything you'd expect from a modern flagship without the modern price.For years, there's been a stigma around using plastic designs in high-end, expensive phones. Consumers have come to expect more luxurious materials like metal and glass which, despite being more fragile than plastic, typically have a more "premium" feel.I'm definitely guilty of shying away from devices whose spec sheets feature the word polycarbonate. I was reluctant to try the Galaxy Note 20 for exactly that reason. But once my review unit came in, my concerns surrounding creakiness and a cheap in-hand feel disappeared. Build quality in general has, of course, massively improved since the days when plastic flagships were commonplace, and the Note 20 felt just as solid as any other phone I'd tested in recent memory.The story is the same with the Galaxy S20 Fan Edition — better known as the S20 FE. This phone is the latest in Samsung's crusade to dominate every pricing tier with a well-rounded device t...

The hits just keep coming for the Eagles. After a loss to the Ravens last week, both tight end Zach Ertz and running back Miles Sanders will be out for the Thursday Night game with the Giants due to injuries. The running back duties will likely be handled by a string of people rather than just a sole replacement. Sitting at 1-4-1 after six weeks, it doesn't look good for Philadelphia, and yet, the team is in second place in their division. On the bright side, there's a chance wide receiver DeSean Jackson could be back on the field for Thursday's game.The Giants are suffering equally with a 1-5 record which is why the Eagles are the slight favorite between the two teams. The Giants won't be playing at home for that advantage, but they are coming off their first win this season against the Washington Football Team so there's a chance that momentum boost helps morale at least a little. Andrew Thomas has not played up to expectations and Daniel Jones has not either, despite some flashes ...

Huawei's latest flagship has a stunning waterfall display, 66W wired and 50W wireless charging, and a 5nm chipset.There are two sides to Huawei's journey in 2020. The Chinese manufacturer is facing increased pushback from foreign governments and the continuing U.S. ban has effectively curbed its global ambitions, but sales in its home market have never been better.In a way, Huawei was able to offset the loss of sales from global markets by increasing its efforts in China. Along the way, it introduced a new OS that's making its debut on wearables (but could end up powering its phones), and found effective workarounds to increasing restrictions around hardware.Amidst this backdrop, the manufacturer is launching its latest flagship, the Mate 40 Pro. Like its predecessor, the Mate 40 Pro doesn't have any Google services out of the box, but there's plenty to like on the hardware side of things, including a 5nm Kirin 9000 chipset with an integrated 5G modem, a waterfall OLED disp...

The Eero dual-band mesh networking system 3-pack is down to $174.99 through the Best Buy website. The 3-pack normally sells for around $250 and you can find it going for that price on Amazon. This was one of Amazon's bigger Prime Day deals when the 3-pack dropped to $174. Best Buy has been matching a lot of those Prime Day prices the past couple of days in an ongoing sale. While technically this deal is $1 more, it's still a great price.While the Eero is a great system, and today's drop is a fantastic price, there is one good reason we didn't absolutely love this deal. This particular system won't be compatible with Wi-Fi 6. Amazon has a couple of Eero devices coming out that will be. Investing in the Eero 6 or Eero Pro 6 might take a bit extra in cost, but it will ensure a little more future-proofing than the regular Eero.The Eero 3-pack can cover up to 5,000 square feet in Wi-Fi. It's also super easy to use and can be set up in less than 10 minutes. The Eero routers work with y...

The Galaxy S20 FE fundamentally alters the definition of value flagships.The Galaxy S20 FE is one of those devices that comes along every few years and shakes up the entire segment. Samsung is clearly going after value flagships players like OnePlus and Xiaomi, and in doing so it has launched one of the best Android phones of 2020.While the regular Galaxy S20 starts off at $1,000, the S20 FE is available for just $700, and it comes with most of the same features as Samsung's full-fledged flagship. I've used the Galaxy S20 FE for a few weeks alongside the OnePlus 8T, Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, Galaxy S20, and Xiaomi's Mi 10 Pro, and here's why you should consider Samsung's value flagship over the Galaxy S20 and other high-end phones.Galaxy S20 FE has the same 120Hz AMOLED screen as the S20The best new addition to Samsung's 2020 flagship portfolio is the 120Hz refresh rate display. All models in the Galaxy S20 series and the Note 20 Ultra feature a high refresh rate screen, and th...

Right now you can get the Ring Alarm's 14-piece home security kit on sale for $199.99 from the Ring website. That's $130 off what it's going for at Amazon. It's such a low price it's actually $50 better than the 8-piece kit and even the same price as the 5-piece kit is going for currently. That's a whole lot of extras essentially for free, which means you can cover a whole lot more of your home and feel better about it.The 5-piece kit actually dropped as low as $150 during Prime Day, but this is still better value than that given that two contact sensors go for around $40 and you're getting seven extra sensors with this.The 14-piece kit comes with one base station, two keypads, eight contact sensors, two motion detectors, and one range extender. That's a whole lot of sensors that can all be programmed to communicate with your smartphone and your smart home. The do-it-yourself system doesn't require any professional installation either, although you can pay for professional monito...

The best value fitness tracker in 2020.As I prepared to write this Fitbit Inspire 2 review, I didn't expect to experience such a rollercoaster of feelings about the little fitness tracker. When the device was announced late in the summer, I was really excited to give it a go and put it up against my beloved Charge 3. However, I ended up having some initial frustrations with this device that had me reevaluating my role as fitness band champion. I even briefly considered just moving on to smartwatches like the rest of the world.After using the Inspire 2 for over a week now, I've gotten past those frustrations and have found myself settling into a rhythm with the new device. I've even started to forget that I'm wearing it most of the time, which might just be one of its biggest selling points if I'm honest. It would appear that I'm not alone in my fondness for the minimal fitness trackers either. During Fitbit's online launch event for the Inspire 2 and Fitbit's other crop of new sm...

Samsung's improved Smart Call feature won't be making its way to older Galaxy flagships.What you need to knowSamsung and Hiya have extended their strategic partnership through 2025.Hiya will power Samsung Smart Call to help protect Galaxy smartphone users from spam and fraud calls.Samsung Smart Call's improved spam call protection features will be available on the Galaxy Note 20 series first.Hiya, a Seattle-based company that provides caller profile and business profile services, today announced that it has extended its strategic partnership with Samsung through 2025. Hiya will not only continue to power Samsung Smart Call to protect Galaxy users from spam and fraud calls, but it will also provide Hiya Connect to enable businesses to reach more customers on Samsung devices around the world.Inkang Song, VP and Head of Technology Strategy Group, Mobile Communications Business, Samsung, said in a statement: At Samsung, we are dedicated to making the mobile experience saf...

Google's Gboard has always been one of our favorite Android keyboard options, but we're going to show you how to create emoji mashups from within Gboard to make your typing experience even more fun. This little trick takes advantage of a feature that Google calls the Emoji Kitchen, and it allows you to make some funny, cringy, and even downright scary emoji combinations. We'll show you how to get started and share some of our favorite creations with you for added inspiration.Products used in this guideThe best keyboard on Android: Google Gboard (Free at Google Play)How to create your own Gboard emoji mashupsFirst things first, if you haven't already, go to the Google Play Store to download, install, and set to default the Gboard on your phone right now. Pixel owners will have it installed as the default keyboard.Open a messaging that you frequently type in, like Google Messages.Tap on the emoji icon at the bottom of the screen, to the left of the spacebar.Select an emoj...

Woot has a number of refurbished Samsung, LG, and Google smartphones on sale for today only. The promotion includes phones from the Samsung Galaxy S6 to newer devices like the Galaxy S10 and LG V40 ThinQ, and prices start as low as $60. the models are listed as "scratch & dent" condition which means there may be some cosmetic wear, though they have all been tested to ensure they are in full working order. A 90-day warranty is included. Several options have already sold out, so don't wait on the phone you want if it is still available.One interesting and affordable option still in stock at the time of writing is the LG V40 ThinQ at $159.99. This fully unlocked phone has a 6.4-inch display, 6GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, and is powered by a Snapdragon 845 processor. The V40 ThinQ has five cameras, three of which are on the back and two of them are on the front. On the back, it has a standard, ultra-wide, and telephoto lens, while the front has a standard and wide-angle len...

After a 14 year hiatus, Borat is back with a new movie that may even end up being more controversial than his first film and we have all the details on how you can watch Borat Subsequent Moviefilm (also known simply as Borat 2) online or on TV from anywhere.While most people know Sacha Baron Cohen's Borat from the mockumentary comedy released back in 2006, the character was actually first introduced in Da Ali G Show. The British series introduced viewers to the wannabe gangster Ali G, gay Austrain fashion reporter Bruno and of course the journalist from Kazakhstan Borat. All three characters in the TV series ended up getting their own subsequent films, though Cohen has only decided to reprise the role of Borat for a sequel.At the end of the first film, Borat: Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan, Borat returned to his home country of Kazakhstan. However, Borat's first adventure in America brought great shame to Kazakhstan and he was locked aw...

The Harman Kardon Citation 100 smart speaker is going for $99.99 at Best Buy. The deal applies just to the gray version of the Google Assistant-enabled speaker while supplies last. It retails for $350 and even the best deals we've seen on it put it at around $200, so today's offer is a total steal. The savings are a part of Best Buy's deals of the day, so grab it before the price disappears. When we've seen Citation deals in the past, they tend to sell out long before the day ends.Smart functions and all that are great, but you need to know if your speaker lives up to its name as a speaker, right? Well the Citation 100 has a 20mm tweeter and a 102mm woofer with 50 watts of power for great, well-balanced sound. It also supports multiple audio formats, including FLAC and WAV for high-resolution audio. You'll be able to fill a decent-sized room with sound, and these speakers are capable of a multi-room setup so you can set your whole house thumping by playing music everywhere.Beyond...

This year's lack of live music events is a huge bummer, but thanks to virtual concerts, fans are experiencing shows from their favorite artists that they otherwise would've never seen. The average quality of livestreamed concerts is vastly improving on a month-by-month basis as well, and now they can offer a better look at performances than you'd see in person at a live event.Pearl Jam is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary of its first live performance with a special ticketed livestream event on Nugs.TV. The stream will show the full, 3-hour performance of the band's April 29, 2016 show in Philadelphia where they performed their debut album Ten in its entirety, along with 21 other fan favorites, singles, and deep cuts. This never-before-seen full-color HD footage has been newly mixed in stereo and 5.1 digital surround sound.Pearl Jam 30th Anniversary Livestream: When and wherePearl Jam's 30th Anniversary Livestream begins this Thursday, October 22 at 8PM ET on Nugs.TV. Mak...

Samsung's next big version update is now in a closed beta — and a public beta will be available shortly.Samsung is getting ready to show off the next version of One UI. The Android 11-based One UI 3.0 public beta is now live in Korea and the U.S., so if you're interested in taking a look at all the new features on offer, you can install the beta build right away.The One UI 3.0 beta is limited to the Galaxy S20 and Note 20 series, and Samsung will make the beta available in more markets around the world shortly. The One UI 3.0 beta includes interesting new features and subtle tweaks to the UI, with Samsung adding meaningful features throughout the interface.Here's what you need to know about the One UI 3.0 beta, the list of eligible phones slated to receive the stable update, and when you'll get the OTA update on your Galaxy phone.The default choiceSamsung Galaxy S20+$1190 at Amazon$1200 at Best BuyA great all-round optionThe Galaxy S20+ is one of the best phone...

OnePlus says the app provides a "great online shopping experience."What you need to knowOnePlus has quietly added the 'OnePlus Store' app to the Google Play Store.In addition to a seamless shopping experience, the app also provides quick support and diagnostic tools.It will also notify you about special promotions and price drops.OnePlus has finally launched a mobile app for its online store. You can now download the OnePlus Store app from the Google Play Store. Currently, however, the app is only available in India.The app description on the Google Play Store reads: OnePlus Store brings your favourite products at the best prices. Get a seamless shopping experience with quick support and member-only benefits. Download the OnePlus Store app, from Google Play Store & enjoy great online shopping experience.In addition to making it easier for you to shop for OnePlus products on mobile devices, the OnePlus Store app will also notify you about price drops, limited ...

Big Brother returns in its 20th year on the air for a special All-Stars season that's bringing back some of the show's best houseguests ever. While most seasons of the show feature a cast of new players all vying to win half a million dollars, the All-Star format sees fan-favorite cast members from previous seasons return to the show for another try at winning the grand prize.This season has differed from most in more than just the All-Stars aspect. This time around, the cast had to be quarantined for two weeks before the show and undergo testing for coronavirus to ensure they were all virus-free before entering the house. At least one cast member was cut due to a positive test result, and on premiere night, the guests entered the Big Brother house while wearing face masks. The crew behind-the-scenes have been tested and quarantined as well.Though the cast wasn't revealed until premiere night, we now know the All-Stars houseguests include Janelle Pierzina, Da'Vonne Rogers, Ian Terr...

The unreleased Zoolander-inspired feature ironically makes your Google Nest Hub smarter.What you need to knowGoogle has reportedly been testing a new Nest Hub feature, codenamed "Blue Steel."The feature seems to use the Nest Hub's ultrasound sensing to trigger Google Assistant when the user walks up to it.It's uncertain whether or not the feature will officially come to Nest Hub devices.According to a leaked internal firmware of the Nest Hub Max, Google has reportedly been working on a new feature that allows users to activate Google Assistant without having to say "Hey Google," or "OK Google."The leak comes from known tipster Jan Boromeusz, who also unveiled the Nest Hub's new overhauled UI and dark mode before Google's official announcement. Check out the video below to see the unreleased feature in action.In the video, Jan is using a Google Nest Hub Max with supposedly internal firmware meant only for Google employees. When Jan walks into the room, Google Assista...

The first beta build for the Galaxy Note 20 series is expected to be rolled out soon.What you need to knowSamsung has extended its One UI 3.0 beta program to the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra.The beta program is open to Sprint, T-Mobile, and Unlocked devices in the U.S.The first Android 11-based One UI 3.0 beta for the Galaxy Note 20 series is expected to be released soon.Earlier this month, Samsung kicked off the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 beta for the Galaxy S20 series phones. Now, the company has extended the One UI 3.0 beta to two of its best Android phones of 2020 (via Android Police).In a post on its Community forums, Samsung has announced that Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra users on Sprint and T-Mobile can now register for the beta program. Unlocked variants of the Galaxy Note 20 series phones are also eligible for One UI 3.0 beta. Verizon and AT&T, however, aren't participating in the beta. To register for the One UI 3.0 beta program, you will have to op...

The new UI is designed to make it easier for you to share tweets to other apps.What you need to knowTwitter is testing a new sharing experience for its Android app.The redesigned share menu makes sharing tweets to your favorite apps a one-click affair.The new UI has been available on the iOS app for about a month now.Yet another example of how features almost always seem to make their way to iOS first, Twitter has finally begun testing a new share menu on Android that it first started testing on iOS more than 2 months ago and which has been generally available on Apple's mobile OS for about a month now.In a follow-up to its original announcement for the iOS tests, the company added the following messages to Android users:Hey, friends on Android. This new share menu is now testing on your devices for a faster way to share Tweets to other apps. If you see it, give it a try.— Twitter Support (@TwitterSupport) October 21, 2020The redesigned share menu allows you to sh...

The company has recently been looking to sell off its original programming to Apple, Facebook, and others.What you need to knowQuibi is shutting its doors.The nascent short-form video streaming platform launched in April this year.The company is reportedly looking to sell off its original content.The video streaming business is far more cutthroat than you might think. Case in point: Quibi, the streaming platform that billed itself as the Netflix for short-form content designed for millennials on mobile devices, is shutting down just six months after its launch, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal. The company had previously raised $1.7 billion in funding and invested about a billion of that into its own original programming, but apparently to no avail.Though it was able to court big-name celebrities to its platform, including Laurence Fishburne (of Matrix fame), Anna Kendrick, Christopher Waltz, and Steven Spielberg among others, the platform was simply una...

Custom emoji are really fun to use for some people.Update, October 21 (05:00 pm ET): Samsung has delayed the launchWhat you need to knowSamsung's AR emoji are getting more customization options today.It's coming as part of an extended partnership with Tafi. New content will drop bi-weekly in Samsung's Galaxy Store.Samsung today is debuting new custom emoji options for the AR emoji the company debuted with the Galaxy S9 and highlights on current Galaxy phones, allowing a user to customise their AR emoji to their heart's content.The new customization options are primarily focused on clothing and accessories and are powered by Tafi, the company that already helps build AR emoji content for Samsung and other partners.Commenting on the story, Tafi CEO James Thornton said: Together, we're making it possible for owners of Samsung mobile devices to be more creative with even better emojis, stickers, GIFs and more. Tafi and Samsung share a vision about the future of digita...

Samsung is one of the biggest phone manufacturers in the world, and with good reason — it makes some pretty incredible phones, combining outstanding hardware design with long lists of handy features that differentiate its phones from the competition. The Galaxy S20 FE is the best Samsung phone you can buy right now, but there are plenty of other devices that hit different sizes and price points.1. Samsung Galaxy S20 FE: Best OverallThe Galaxy S20 FE fundamentally changes the value equation for Samsung, and is one of the best Android phones you can buy right now. The phone offers most of the same features as the regular Galaxy S20, but the fact that it is available unlocked for just $700 makes it a standout value.The Galaxy S20 FE is powered by the same Snapdragon 865 chipset that's in the Galaxy S20 series, and you also get 5G connectivity. It offers the same excellent AMOLED screen as the S20 and has 120Hz refresh rate, making everyday interactions buttery smooth. The be...

Huawei didn't start at the top. When Huawei first began producing phones, it entered a crowded market, and its phones were often offered under the banner of different brands. But, Huawei became a success story in short order, quickly rising through the ranks, introducing its own top-of-the-line smartphones, and soaring past the competition to become the world's largest smartphone manufacturer. Here's a bit of the history of how it got there.Watch the Mate40 series launch event liveSave the DateLeap Further AheadThis Thursday, Huawei will show us everything their new Mate40 series will have to offer. Join us to see how their family of devices will continue with this new generation.Huawei had been around for a while before it first entered the cellphone business in 2003. It already had experience with mobile network technology, so making its own phones was a natural next step. Huawei released the C300 in 2004, but this was a small beginning.It wasn't until the late ...