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TikTok's algorithm is considered to be the platform's secret sauce...What you need to knowTikTok faces yet another roadblock in its sale process.There are now questions over whether TikTok's algorithm can be included as part of the deal.It comes after the Chinese government made rule changes regarding selling technology to foreign buyers. TikTok's acquisition process has hit another roadblock after questions emerged over whether the app's algorithms can be included as part of the deal.According to The Wall Street Journal: Deal talks for TikTok's U.S. operations have hit a snag over the question of whether the app's core algorithms can be included as part of a deal, according to people familiar with the matter. The algorithms, which determine the videos served to users and are seen as TikTok's secret sauce, were considered part of the deal negotiations up until Friday, when the Chinese government issued new restrictions on the export of artificial-intelligence tec...

Tencent Games' battle royale title is the latest to be banned in India.What you need to knowThe Indian government has banned 118 apps, including PUBG Mobile and PUBG Mobile Lite.The government stated that the apps transmitted user data to elements "hostile" to India's national security. Indian and China are in a terse standoff at the border, with the Indian government previously banning TikTok, WeChat and other services earlier this year. The Indian government's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has banned 118 apps — primarily of Chinese origin — as tensions between India and China escalate. Both countries have engaged in a border skirmish for several months, and the Indian government banned TikTok, WeChat and other services earlier this year.The latest ban includes 118 apps, with PUBG Mobile and PUBG Mobile Lite standing out in the list. PUBG Mobile is the biggest mobile game in India by some margin, and it has well over 50 million monthly active pla...

Keeping an eye on your home 24/7 isn't possible... except with the right equipment. The eufyCam 2 wireless home security system ensures you always have a way to see what's going on around your home no matter where you are, while also letting you rewind and view previously recorded footage as well.Now, thanks to a sale at Amazon, you can snag a 2-camera kit for your home on sale for only $219.99. This $80 discount saves you over 25% off its usual cost of $300 and it even marks the lowest price we've seen for the set so far. It's a one-day deal, though, so you don't have long left to make the most of it.The EufyCam 2 greatly improves on the first-generation EufyCam E in a number of ways. You'll get more advanced A.I. powered facial recognition software that helps prevent false positives. The new EufyCam 2 can tell the difference between familiar faces, objects, dogs, birds, and other things that the old EufyCam E might have sent you an alert about. You'll also get a better IP ratin...

The first round of Studio Ghibli films made their way to Netflix back in February 2020, with more hitting every month after. In total there are 21 films that are now available on Netflix, with the most recent batch of them hitting on April 1, 2020. The films will be made available globally through a distribution partner Wild Bunch International, though this rollout will exclude some big markets where people will want to watch them.For those not familiar, Studio Ghibli was founded back in 1985 by the directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, along with the producer Toshio Suzuki. It is a Japanese animation film studio that has produced feature films, shorts, TV commercials, and even worked with video game studios on visual elements for games. Six of the studio's films are among the 10 highest-grossing anime films from Japan, and the company has many other accolades. It's most successful title was Spirited Away, which made over $360 million worldwide and was voted the fourth-best fil...

The new features will be enabled by default for users who have braille support turned on.What you need to knowGoogle Docs is receiving several improvements to make it easier for visually impaired users to work on documents.Braille support in Docs, Sheets, and Slides can now be easily toggled using new keyboard shortcuts.Some of the other key improvements include easier navigation and more reliable verbalizations,Google is making it easier for visually impaired users to work on documents in Docs, Sheets, and Slides with a new update. The improvements, which will soon be available for all G Suite customers and users with personal Google accounts, include new keyboard shortcuts, better navigation, as well as more reliable verbalizations.To quickly toggle braille support in Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides, users can now use the new Ctrl + Alt + H keyboard shortcut on Windows and CMD + Option + H on Mac. Google Docs will also now announce exactly where the cursor moves to when...

Bringing the heatAmazon Fire HD 8$90 at AmazonProsGreat priceOptional 64GB built-in storageExpandable storage up to 1TBDolby Atmos-enabled dual speakersModern USB C chargingConsOnly has 2MP front and rear camerasNo Google Play store accessThe Amazon Fire HD 8 is packed with great internal specifications to create an excellent software experience. Whether you are reading books via Kindle or watching a movie immersed with the Dolby Atmos speakers, the Fire HD 8 can be your go-to for entertainment.Explore the GalaxySamsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0"$120 at AmazonProsSlightly smaller form factor with the same screen sizeHigher-resolution rear camera at 8MPAccess to Google Play StoreLonger battery lifeConsMore expensiveOnly 32GB built-in and expandable up to 512GBNo Dolby Atmos support for the speakersSamsung is known for creating great products, and the Galaxy Tab A 8" is another example. With quality tech squeezed into a thin and light de...

The Miami Heat take on the Milwaukee Bucks in game two of the conference semifinals on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. The new times and dates for NBA playoff games come in light of the protests conducted by players bringing awareness to the injustice that became very personal for the players in Wisconsin. It even spurred the Milwaukee Brewers to not play in protest and unity with the NBA.The Bucks are the top seeded team and if the Heat want to move on it will need to be in the form of a less than likely upset. That means most of the pressure is on Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks to keep performing at a high level.Despite being the underdogs in this conference semifinals match up, the Heat did best the Bucks in their two of three meetings during the regular season this year. To compete, the Heat will need to rely on Bam Adebayo and his guarding skills to keep Giannis as much in check as can be expected. Despite Milwaukee being the favorites here, Miami is not interested in fo...

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is already a mighty big phone, so for most owners, the best Note 20 Ultra case is a thin case. You need a case that alleviates how slippery and unwieldy the Ultra is alone, but that won't bulk things up along the way. These are the best of the bunch for grip, grit, and glamour.Understated utilityRingke Air-SStaff pickRingke's TPU cases are available in three shades: a light tan, basic black, and a neutral gray. It also has anchor holes on each side to use with a carry strap, along with a nice high lip around that big camera module.$11 at Amazon$9 at WalmartThat's pinkSamsung Silicone CoverSamsung offers its telltale silicone case in three colors — fewer than previous years — that are supposed to match each shade the phone comes in. They mislabeled the Pink one as "Brown," but at least it's properly cute.$30 at Amazon$30 at Best Buy$30 at SamsungVivid colorsGOOSPERY Style Lux JellyIf the duller shades of the Samsung...

Raised By Wolves is a new mini series from Ridley Scott that focuses on two androids raising a human kid on a new planet. The new show debuts on September 3, on the streaming service — and everywhere HBO Max is available. After earth becomes inhabitable, a ship full of humans comes to the new planet, kepler-22b, and things begin to get interesting. It's been described internally as sort of a Little House on The Prairie, but on another planet. This is exactly the type of mini series you would expect Scott, who was responsible for Blade Runner and Alien, to be a part of for HBO Max.HBO has traveled down a similar road before with Westworld which also utilized androids in blurring the lines between human and machines. In the new series, however, critics have called out a much more drab and dire mood that stemming from the desolate visuals shown on screen.Raised By Wolves: where and whenThe first three episodes of Raised By Wolves will become available on HBO Max on September 3...

All the new products will be going on sale "later this year."What you need to knowGalaxy A42 5G is the latest addition to Samsung's mid-range 5G smartphone lineup.It features a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display and quad rear cameras.Samsung says the phone will go on sale in select markets "later this year." Samsung today announced a bunch of exciting new products at its "Life Unstoppable" event. The latest additions to the company's Galaxy product line include the Galaxy A42 5G, Galaxy Fit 2, and the Galaxy Tab A7.The Galaxy A42 5G is the third 5G-enabled A series phone that the company has launched this year. It comes with a 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display and a quad-camera setup at the rear. Unfortunately, Samsung hasn't revealed the rest of the phone's specs yet. There is no word on the pricing either. The phone will be joining Samsung's 5G-enabled A series lineup "later this year."Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 is the company's latest budget Android tablet, featuring a 10.4-inch...

The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is a fantastic phone — but it isn't without its share of issues.The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra sets a new standard for flagships in 2020 and is one of the best Android phones you can buy today. Samsung introduced a gorgeous new design, better cameras, upgraded internals, and a new S Pen. The design now sees a more prominent camera housing that protrudes a fair bit from the chassis, and the phone itself is massive thanks to a 6.9-inch screen and 4500mAh battery.But like all phones in the market today, the Note 20 Ultra isn't without its flaws. Early adopters have run into issues with the display, and there are several complaints online relating to condensation within the camera housing, fogging up the cameras.Note 20 Ultra's display has green tint issuesThe Galaxy S20 Ultra's AMOLED screen suffered from green tint issues, and Samsung rolled out a fix for the same earlier this year. It now looks like the Note 20 Ultra has the same problem, with several us...

Fortnite is gone from the Play Store, but you can still download the game pretty easily.Fortnite has been banned from the Play Store for contravening Google's guidelines, but you can still download the game from Epic Games directly and install it on your phone. Downloading the app is still straightforward, and Samsung Galaxy device owners have it a bit easier. Here's what you need to know, and how to install the game on your phone.How to install Fortnite on your Samsung phoneThe Epic Games app is easiest to download on a Samsung Galaxy phone. Available on the Galaxy S7 and up, it can be downloaded from the Galaxy Store.It's easy to forget that Samsung has its own dedicated app store and chances are you've never used before, so we'll walk through the steps of downloading the Fortnite Installer.Open the app drawer.Tap on the Samsung Apps folder.Tap to launch the Galaxy Store.You should see a Fortnite banner under the Games tab at the bottom of the screen, but if not, ju...

It hasn't been long since the 2019/20 Serie A season wrapped up with Juventus claiming a record ninth consecutive title, but we're already looking ahead to the 2020/21 fixtures. We've got all of the details on how to live stream Serie A games online during the upcoming season no matter where you are in the world.The global pandemic meant an unusual end to the last season with an enforced break pushing fixtures into the summer months. Italian teams returned to play in June with the Coppa Italia being decided on penalties as Napoli beat Juventus. League fixtures also resumed with the Bianconeri topping the table for the 36th time in the club's history.Lecce, Brescia, and SPAL finished in the bottom three and were relegated to Serie B. The teams will be replaced by Benevento, Crotone, and Spezia for the new season.The 2020/21 Serie A season kicks off on the weekend of September 19, the later-than-usual start date being necessitated by the late completion of the last campaign. UEFA...

A little bit of care can go a long way.In addition to my smartphone, I want to be sure that I keep my headphones working for when I need them, whether I'm at home or traveling. It's a huge pain to reach for a favorite pair of headphones or earbuds only to find that they're broken or no longer in the condition that you expected them to be in. You want your headphones to be reliable and ready to go whenever and wherever you may be. Plus, a quality pair of headphones or earbuds can cost a pretty penny, and nobody wants to be dropping a ton of cash every year or so to replace a good set of cans. That's why it's essential to take good care of them so that they don't wear out or break prematurely. Here are a few tips we've collected to help you do just that.Keep your headphones working: Don't just throw them anywhereA good pair of headphones or true wireless earbuds are a significant investment and are often delicate pieces of technology. As such, why would you just toss them aside...

Imagine spending your whole childhood growing up in seclusion in the wilderness to eventually set out into the real world as an adult. This is the premise of the latest Sky Original Two Weeks To Live which stars Game of Thrones' Maisie Williams and we have all the details on how you can watch the new series online or on TV.Williams plays a strange young misfit named Kim Noakes whose father died under mysterious circumstances when she was just a girl. Following her father's death, Kims' over-protective mother Tina, played by Fleabag's Sian Clifford, whisked her away to the countryside. There Kim learned a number of bizarre survival skills such as how to strip a Smith & Wesson SDVE pistol in six seconds flat and skin a deer to make a sleeping bag. Based on this, it's clear that Tina and her now deceased husband were not your ordinary parents and were likely involved in much more than Kim knows.At the start of the series, Kim is all grown up and she decides to head out into the ...

You're probably already familiar with the Ring Video Doorbell, but the Ring Alarm is easily the first Ring product you need for your home. Luckily, today's your chance to snag the home security system at a discount, as Woot has the 5-piece security system on sale for $139 right now. That saves you $60 off the regular cost for the system elsewhere.The Ring Alarm home security system utilizes the same app that the Ring Video Doorbell uses, allowing you to manage both easily from anywhere in the world using just your smartphone. Of course, the app is available for download on tablets and PCs too. There are other, more robust Ring Alarm configurations available , though the 5-piece version is the most affordable.Ring's 5-piece kit comes with one base station, one contact sensor, one extender, one keypad, and one motion detector. You'll be able to use this system to get instant alerts for a variety of things including when doors or windows are left open or when the system detects moti...

It wasn't too long ago that we named the OnePlus 7T "the best of Android for under $600", but thanks to a one-day-only sale at B&H right now, it's becoming the best of Android for less than $400. B&H has the unlocked OnePlus 7T on sale today for only $399.99. You'll even score free shipping with the purchase.This unlocked smartphone is suitable for use on GSM networks such as T-Mobile and AT&T. It's not intended to be used on CDMA networks like Verizon.The OnePlus 7T is equipped with a large 6.55-inch display and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 955+ octa-core processor. Along with 8GB RAM, it offers 128GB storage capacity and a sizeable 3800mAh battery to keep it powered all day long without needing to charge it. While it doesn't feature wireless charging capability, it does include the ability to fast charge at up to 30W. Along with running Android 10, this device runs OxygenOS 10 — a modified version of Android made just for OnePlus devices.Today's sale at B&H is comi...

It hasn't been long since the 2019/20 La Liga season wrapped up, but we're already looking ahead to the 2020/21 fixtures. We've got all of the details on how to live stream La Liga games online during the upcoming season no matter where you are in the world.The global pandemic forced an unusual end to the last season with an unscheduled break pushing fixtures into the summer months. On the teams' return to play, then-league leaders Barcelona crumbled under pressure allowing rivals Real Madrid to surge forward and claim a record 34th La Liga title win. The league only played to completion in mid-July with Europa League and Champions League football continuing in August for several La Liga teams meaning a truncated pre-season break ahead of the next campaign.Leganés, Mallorca, and Espanyol were relegated last term and will be replaced by Huesca, Cadíz, and Elche for the new season.The 2020/21 La Liga season kicks off on the weekend of September 12, around five weeks later than ...

The phone was unveiled alongside the Redmi 9C in Malaysia in June.What you need to knowXiaomi has launched its entry-level Redmi 9A in IndiaThe phone is powered by a MediaTek Helio G25 processor and packs a large 5,000mAh battery.It will be available to purchase in the country from September 4 for a starting price of ₹6,799 ($93).Xiaomi today launched its entry-level Redmi 9A in India, nearly three months after the phone's global debut.The Redmi 9A sports a 6.53-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch at the top, housing a 5MP selfie camera. It runs on MediaTek's 'gaming-focused' Helio G25 octa-core processor, paired with up to 3GB of RAM and 32GB storage.On the back of the phone is a single 13MP camera with a bunch of AI-powered features and support for 1080p Full HD video recording at up to 60fps. Like its predecessor, the Redmi 9A packs a large 5,000mAh battery, claimed to provide up to two days of endurance. Unsurprisingly, however, the entry-level phone only supp...

It will be the first phone under LG's new "Explorer Project."What you need to knowLG will unveil its rotating dual-screen 'Wing' smartphone on September 14.It is rumored to be powered by the same Snapdragon 765 chipset as the LG Velvet. Thanks to its unique design, however, the phone is tipped to be priced around $1,000 in the U.S.LG has released a teaser video on its official YouTube channel, confirming the existence of the rumored "Wing" with a rotating second screen. While the video doesn't show the upcoming phone, it does confirm that "Wing" will make its global debut at an online event on September 14. The launch event will kick off at 10 AM ET and is going to be live streamed on the company's official YouTube and Facebook pages.In terms of specs, rumors suggest the phone will have the same Snapdragon 765 chipset as the LG Velvet with 5G support. It is also expected to have a 64MP primary sensor. The phone's main display is tipped to be 6.8-inches with FHD+ resol...

As high-end phones get more expensive, cheap Android phones are getting better. It's 2020, and flagship smartphones are all nearly a thousand dollars or more, so why not spend a little less? We've researched and ranked all of the best cheap Android phones you can buy, and with our buyer's guide, you'll find the perfect phone for you — like the Moto G Power, our best overall pick.1. Moto G PowerBest Cheap Android PhoneYear after year, Motorola stands out as one of the best companies to watch for delivering good, cheap Android phones. 2020 saw the release of the Moto G Power, and if you're in the market for an affordable smartphone, it's hard to do much better than this.The Power name is a reference to the phone's best feature — battery life. With a 5,000 mAh battery crammed inside, you can easily get two or three days of use on a single charge. In a world where it's the norm to throw your phone on the charger every single night, being able to go a few days without worryi...

Whether you're trying to save a bit of information for later or want to share something you came across, it's hard to find a more useful feature on our smartphone these days than the ability to take a screenshot. Thankfully, most Android manufacturers have standardized this process, so learning how to take a screenshot on a Samsung Galaxy phone should be a piece of cake. Don't believe me? I'll show you how below!How to take a screenshot on a Samsung Galaxy S or Note phoneThere are a bunch of ways to take a screenshot with a Samsung phone, one pretty obvious and two... a little less so. We'll walk you through all three of these methods below.Note: These methods apply to most Samsung Galaxy smartphones, including the Galaxy S and Note lines, along with most modern Galaxy A models from the last three years. If your phone is over three years old, it may only support the below key combination screenshot method and not the other two.How to screenshot a Samsung phone using a key com...

Generally speaking, robot vacuums aren't a cheap investment. Good ones, anyway. Most of the time, if you want to purchase a model that actually cleans, you're looking at five hundred dollars minimum.Roborock is breaking that mold with the Roborock E4. Methodical and efficient, it features both integrated vacuuming and mopping. With 2000Pa of suction and carpet boost, it's capable of competing with all but the most powerful vacuums on the market.Better yet, thanks to improved internals, the Roborock E4 is up to 10% faster than its predecessors. It also sports a large dustbin, with 640ml of space, and a 28% larger optional mopping system for greater coverage (sold separately). And with intelligent gyroscopes and OpticEye motion tracking, the Roborock E4 can navigate past all but the most complicated obstacles, while its Z-shape route allows it to clean with much greater efficiency.Roborock E4$269.99 at AmazonCapable of quickly and efficiently cleaning homes of up to 2,152...

Let's take a closer look at Samsung's $1999 foldable.Reviewing flagship slabs like the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has been fun, but I can't remember the last time I was more excited to get into a phone than when the Z Fold 2 showed up at my doorstep this morning. After getting to spend a short time with the original Galaxy Fold last year (and subsequently hearing my friend Michael Fisher sing its praises year-round), I've been anxiously awaiting my chance to daily drive one.Sadly, this review unit comes to me on just a two-week loan, so I shouldn't let myself get too comfortable with it, lest I start to think up ways to justify its prohibitive $2000 price tag. But in the mere hours since it's arrived, the Galaxy Z Fold 2's myriad of design improvements over the original Fold have me feeling extremely optimistic about the future of foldables.It's hard to quantify what makes a product's packaging feel "premium," but the Z Fold 2's box is nice. There's a sleeve over the box that dis...

Check out a horror title, an RPG and more.What you need to knowFour new games are coming to PlayStation Now in September.These include Resident Evil 7: Biohazard, Final Fantasy XV, Observation and WWE 2K19.The latter two titles do not have a day listed for leaving PlayStation Now.Four new games are coming to PlayStation Now (PS Now) in September 2020 per PlayStation Blog. Kicking off the new titles, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard is a horror title from Capcom and it's also one of the best PlayStation VR horror games, given it has full PSVR support.It's the story of a dark mystery in the midst of a plantation and its sequel, Resident Evil Village, is coming to PS5 in 2021. Resident Evil 7: Biohazard will be available until November 30. Next up is Square Enix RPG Final Fantasy XV, which is staying until March 1, 2021. Horror title Observation and wrestling game WWE 2K19 are also coming to PS Now but have no exit dates listed.As a reminder, Greedfall, Dead Cells and Hitman 2 w...

The Nest Mini is a pretty good smart speaker to have around the house.Update, September 1 (7:00 pm ET): This offer has now gone live in the UK.What you need to knowGoogle and Spotify have teamed up to offer a free Nest Mini with Premium subscriptions.It's available for users in the UK and Canada who haven't redeemed a Google Nest Mini with a Spotify promo in the past.The promo lasts through September 30th.Google and Spotify are teaming up again to offer a free Nest Mini with a Premium subscription. Like with other offers, you'll be emailed a code from Spotify if eligible which you can then redeem on the Google Store for your free Mini.This offer is restricted to buyers in the Canada only, and you'll have to be a paying Spotify customer and one who hasn't redeemed one of these offers in the past. It can also be redeemed against Duo, Family, or Student Premium subscriptions. You'll have until September 30th to grab a code, and then until October 31st to redeem said code, ...

Mint Mobile is all about getting great service for a fraction of the price of the big carriers, and for many, that philosophy extends to the phone they choose to use. Thankfully, tons of great Android phones embody the same idea: getting a great experience with the latest specs and features and not paying top dollar for it. The best example of this is the OnePlus 8 Pro, which offers a flagship-like experience for less than the direct competition. It's a great phone to pair with the solid-but-inexpensive Mint Mobile service.Best Overall: OnePlus 8 ProThe OnePlus 8 Pro is as excellent and well-designed as any high-end smartphone out today. If you know much about OnePlus, you'll be happy to know it doesn't stray from its traditional formula. Instead, it extends to its logical place in the landscape of 2020 flagships with more features and a higher price — but of course, not too high.The hardware is toe-to-toe with any flagship, and it's punctuated by the best display OnePlus h...

A purchase is no longer on the table, at least for now.What you need to knowAT&T was reportedly interested in selling Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment earlier this year.According to Bloomberg, the company has backed off from the sale for now.Two new games from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment were recently revealed.Earlier this year, reports broke that Warner Bros. parent company AT&T was looking to sell Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, which consists of studios like NetherRealm Games, Rocksteady Games, Monolith Productions and several others. The sale was reportedly for a price between $2 billion to 4 billion, with Activision-Blizzard, Electronic Arts, Microsoft and Take-Two Interactive all interested.Now, according to Bloomberg, the sale is no longer happening. Bloomberg reports that AT&T "balked given the business's growth potential" as the company underwent a leadership change in July. Amidst layoffs and a reorganization in August, Warne...

The best Galaxy Tab S5e cases enhance the use of your tablet as you surf the internet, watch shows, use important apps, and interact with those Super AMOLED displays. One of the worst things that can happen to a brand new device is dropping it and getting permanent scratches on the casing. To protect your tablet, you're going to want to invest in a quality covering. Here are the best Galaxy Tab S5e cases.Armored protectionSupcase Unicorn Beetle Pro CaseStaff pickFor the best all-around protection, you can't go wrong with a rugged case and screen protector duo. The case will protect against any accidental drops or bumps and it also features a kickstand, making it easier to use your apps or watch shows. The included screen protector will keep the display safe without affecting touch sensitivity.$27 at Amazon$29 at Walmart$35 at NeweggSo professionalInfiland Stand CoverThis classy PU leather case has a real professional look about it, making it a great choice for w...

Showing off some great software that's ready for the Fold 2 also highlights the fact that most of the apps you love won't be.Even if you have zero interest in the Galaxy Z Fold 2, you have to admit it sure looks nice. Not just the phone itself, either, but the way Samsung's demonstration showed us apps that could resize on the fly, break themselves into different parts for each side of the screen, and automatically transition from the front display to the inner display. YouTube and Microsoft Office looked great on the Z Fold 2. Will Instagram?But there is the rub. Samsung showed off a handful of Google's apps (Google helped with building Android to work this way on Samsung's foldable phones), Microsoft's apps (also a big partner), and Spotify. How will all the rest of the apps in Google Play work?I'm almost certain that Samsung will have all its ducks in a row and the company's first-party apps like the browser, the messaging app, email, etc. will work "properly" and do t...

A name change but how is the game?What you need to knowUbisoft Quebec has been working on a game called Gods & Monsters that is based on Greek mythology.Ubisoft quietly confirmed today that the game's name has been changed to Immortals Fenyx Rising.The reason for this name change is unknown.Immortals Fenyx Rising will be featured at Ubisoft Forward on September 10.For currently unknown reasons, Ubisoft has changed the name of its upcoming title Gods & Monsters to Immortals Fenyx Rising. This game, which is being developed by Ubisoft Quebec, was first announced back at E3 2019. It will be shown off during the upcoming Ubisoft Forward event on September 10.This name change was confirmed by the change on the official Twitter account for the game.See you September 10th! #UbiForward— Immortals Fenyx Rising (@FenyxRising) September 1, 2020Several key Ubisoft executives have departed the company or have been fired after allegations of abuse and sexual harassment...

Our pickFitbit Versa 2$199 at AmazonProsComfy, lightweight designWaterproof up to 50 metersBuilt-in Amazon AlexaFitbit Pay is includedOver five days of battery lifeConsDoesn't have GPSReleased in 2019, the Versa 2 is Fitbit's best smartwatch yet. It has a fantastic design, an easy-to-read AMOLED display, and offers 24/7 heart-rate monitoring. Compared to the Versa Lite, the Versa 2 has considerably more smarts with the inclusion of bonus perks such as Amazon Alexa and Fitbit Pay.Best for lessFitbit Versa Lite$149 at AmazonProsSame exact design as the VersaAvailable in more vibrant colorsWaterproofHeart-rate sensorConsLacks on-screen workoutsNo local music storageDoesn't track floors climbedIf you really like the Fitbit Versa 2 but don't want to spend that much on a smartwatch, the Versa Lite is kind of perfect. It has the exact same design, a great display, and solid battery life. It's lacking a few fitness features, such as on-scree...

The holy grail of wireless VR gaming.What you need to knowVirtual Desktop 1.15 adds in new performance enhancement options for Oculus Quest wireless streaming.Low-Quality prioritizes performance, while High-Quality prioritizes image quality.A new stage tracking option helps realign your playspace easily.Additional bug fixes are included and a new MacOS beta is in the works.Wireless PC VR gaming got a massive boost thanks to Virtual Desktop's release a while back, and this latest version packs in even more performance improvements and options for Oculus Quest players. Virtual Desktop version 1.15 now includes a VR graphics quality option in the Virtual Desktop settings panel which will allow users to adjust the render and streaming resolutions for a better experience. The new Low-Quality option will prioritize framerate and latency, while the new High-Quality option will prioritize resolution and image quality.The new Low-Quality preset, in particular, is perfect for game...

The Galaxy S20 has a pre-installed service that lets you mirror incoming notifications and texts to your Windows PC. It's easy to set up, and all you need is a Microsoft account to link both your phone and PC. If you don't want to unlock your phone for every new notification and are instead looking at an alternative to mirror them easily to your PC, Link to Windows is the service for you.How to set up Link to Windows on your Windows PCFor Link to Windows to work, you'll need to be signed in to your Microsoft account on both your PC and your S20. First let's see how to enable the feature on your PC:Select the taskbar search box. Enter Your Phone and hit the first result.Select Android from the device options list. Choose Link phone to set up the service with your phone.That's all you need to do on your PC for now. You can just leave things as is and get started on enabling the service on your S20.How to set up Link to Windows on your Galaxy S20Samsung teamed up wi...

Great headphones don't always come with a premium price tag, and cheaper headphones shouldn't automatically go back in the box. Thankfully, there's a middle ground to work with, where the Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 stand out as a fine example of great, cheap headphones because of their superb sound quality, long battery life, and comfortable fit over longer periods.Best Overall: Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2The Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 have been on the market for a few years now, but maintain pole position for the great value on hand. The onboard media controls are highly reliable, and battery life is still long by today's standards at up to 30 hours on a single charge. Plus, it doesn't hurt they're comfortable to wear for longer periods. One thing Plantronics accomplished with the BackBeat Pro 2 is a significant size reduction compared to the previous model, ensuring they're comfortable on more heads. One caveat is that bigger heads may find the fit to be a bit too snug over ti...

Google is also adding a microphone sensitivity slider for your video calls.What you need to knowGoogle today announced fairly helpful Chrome OS features rolling out with Chrome OS 85.One feature highlight was Wi-Fi password sync across devices. Google is also adding a microphone slider so users can control how sensitive their microphone is.Google today announced new features coming to Chrome OS with version 85. One of them, Wi-Fi password sync, is a feature that anyone who frequently switches laptops would appreciate. With Chrome OS 85, your saved Wi-Fi credentials are now stored on your cloud keychain. Logging in to another Chromebook with your main Google account will now restore all those credentials so you no longer have to manually remember grandma's Wi-Fi password just because you changed machines. Obviously, you'll still need to enter at least one initial Wi-Fi password to start the restore process, but that's hardly a negative.Google also announced expanded phone ...

With thousands of new sites launching every hour, web development skills are more valuable than ever. Whether you want to start a new career or build your own startup, The 2020 Ultimate Web Developer & Design Bootcamp Bundle gives you a head start. This learning library includes 69 hours of content, and you can get it now for just $29.99.To code a website from scratch, you need to master a range of different skills. This bundle speeds up the learning process while providing plenty of opportunities for hands-on practice.Through 11 beginner-friendly video courses, you learn how to construct custom sites using HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript. The tutorials cover a range of modern web design techniques, from responsive layouts to interactive elements.You also learn how to code with Python, publish code with Git, grab data using APIs, and use frameworks such as Node, React, and SASS. The courses have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, and you get lifetime access.Worth $2,200 in...

To no one's surprise, you can also find Alexa built into certain Android phones. It makes sense since Alexa seems to be everywhere you look — Amazon's voice assistant is in speakers, displays, and even microwaves! Amazon has a collection of what it calls "Alexa Built-in Phones" to highlight these devices, and these are our favorites — including the OnePlus 8 as our top overall pick.Best Overall: OnePlus 8Looking at all of the Alexa Built-in phones currently available, the one that stands out as the best overall option is the OnePlus 8. The OnePlus 8 is an incredibly capable flagship Android phone through and through, but it manages to cost a fair amount less than similar phones from Samsung and Apple.The OnePlus 8 initially impresses with its display, which is a 6.55-inch AMOLED panel with a buttery smooth 90Hz refresh rate. It's powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 processor, along with up to 12GB of RAM. You also get up to 256GB of storage, a 4,300 mAh battery, very cap...

Astro Gaming's latest headset can match your console with a colorful flair.What you need to knowAstro Gaming announced the new Astro A20 gaming headset today.The headset can connect to the Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 with an optional USB dongle.Astro Gaming also announced that its entire lineup will work with the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, though some will require additional hardware.Astro Gaming announced a new headset today, the Astro A20 Wireless gaming headset. The Astro A20 has a wide wireless range, long battery life, and works with a USB transmitter that allows you to connect the headphones to an Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5. The Astro A20 is available for preorder now for $120, and the Astro A20 USB Transmitter will be available starting in October for $20. The Astro A20 does not come with the Astro A20 USB Transmitter.Astro's new headset is a sequel to the solid first-generation Astro A20 wireless headset. That headset earned a 4.5/5 from us thanks t...

The next wave of updates on Ubisoft titles.What you need to knowA new Ubisoft Forward presentation is coming on September 10.It'll include a new look at the game formerly known as Gods & Monsters.There's also going to be updates on existing titles like For Honor.Back when Ubisoft shared its Q1 financial earnings for the year, the company revealed that a second Ubisoft Forward event was being held at some point in September. Now, Ubisoft has confirmed that the next Ubisoft Forward is being held on September 10. You can take a look at a quick teaser trailer for what'll be shown below.One of the games being shown includes Immortals: Fenyx Rising, which was previously known as Gods & Monsters. The prior Ubisoft Forward focused on Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Watch Dogs: Legion and Far Cry 6, which are all coming to Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PC, PS5 and PS4.Viking raidsAssassin's Creed Valhalla$50 at Amazon$60 at Best Buy$50 at WalmartConquer new lands f...

Archery runs in this particular family.What you need to knowMarvel's Avengers is set to release on September 4, 2020.Heroes are being added post-launch for free. The first hero coming after launch is Kate Bishop.Marvel's Avengers is inbound, with a solid launch roster of six heroes and previously announced post-launch support, such as the addition of Hawkeye and Spider-Man, though the latter is only on PlayStation. Hawkeye isn't the only archer joining the team however, as today, Crystal Dynamics revealed that Kate Bishop is the first hero coming post-launch. You can check out the reveal trailer for Kate Bishop below.Dataminers have uncovered evidence of several other heroes that could be coming post-launch, including Ant-Man, Black Panther and Doctor Strange but nothing official has been announced so far. Each post-launch hero has a $10 battle pass called a Hero Challenge Card, with 40 tiers of cosmetics like skins and nameplates to unlock.Marvel's Avengers is rele...

Samsung Pay makes it ridiculously easy to pay for purchases with your phone, but it's also super easy to remove Samsung Pay if it's not your cup of tea. By default, you can access your favorite cards from the Home screen, lock screen, and even when the screen is off, but for some of us who don't frequently use Samsung Pay — or those of us who use lots of gestures — the novelty can turn to annoyance when the cards pop up unexpectedly. Here's how to disable it so it stops popping up randomly when you're trying to go about your day.How to remove Samsung Pay from your home screen or lock screenIf you still want to keep Samsung Pay around in case you left your wallet at home and really need that six-pack of beer from the 7-11, you can just turn off the somewhat intrusive "Favorite cards" that appear at the bottom of some screens on your phone.Open Samsung Pay.Tap the three-line menu icon in the top left corner.Tap Settings.Tap Use Favorite Cards.Toggle off Lock screen, Ho...

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 2 wasn't the only thing it shared more details on this morning.What you need to knowSamsung announced the Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+ last at Unpacked last month.Today, the company shared a release date.They'll go on sale from September 15 starting at a $650 price point.Samsung today announced the street dates for the Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+. Both were announced with the Galaxy Note 20 at Unpacked last month, and they'll be going on sale from September 18th, through you'll be able to pre-order from September 2nd.The cheaper Tab S7 will set you back $649 for the W-iFi variant, while the Tab S7+ will add $200 to bring it to $849.99 Samsung is offering a pre-order bonus of 50% off the keyboard for customers who make the plunge early. Should you opt for the sim enabled, 5G-capable models, you'll be able to get those from AT&T, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular, Verizon, and Samsung.com on September 18.The Tab S7 series are powerful tablets, sporting Qualcomm's Sna...

Gaming is simply better with a controller in your hands.Gaming on Android typically requires you to settle for using touchscreen controls. However, some gracious game developers take the time and effort to add support for Bluetooth gamepad — and we love them for it. Since so few games provide this feature, we've taken the time to test and compiled our list of the best games that let you play with a quality Bluetooth controller in your hands.We'd also recommend getting a Style Ring or Pop Socket which can help prop your phone up at a good angle for gaming.You might recognize some of these games from the best Android games roundup and for good reason. But you're here for the best games with controller support, afterall, so here I present to you the best you can find on the Play Store.The gamesCall of Duty MobileGRID AutosportTesla vs Lovecraft Evoland 2 Horizon Chase World TourRiptide GP: RenegadeModern Combat 5: BlackoutGTA: San AndreasOceanhornUnkilledSkate P...

Hey baby, I hear the blues a-calling, tossed innards, and scrambled blood. Mercy.Yeah, it's really happening. Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 was announced in early 2019 to the shock and delight of fans everywhere, many of whom believed that after 14 years, there was no way the cult classic Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines would get a sequel. While there's still a lot we don't know, we do know that this new game is being developed by Hardsuit Labs and published by Paradox Interactive.Originally scheduled to release in 2020, any fans, nocturnal or otherwise, will now be waiting until 2021 to see this story of darkness continue. Here's everything you need to know about Vampire: The Masquerade — Bloodlines 2.Seattle awaitsVampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2$60 at Amazon$60 at Best Buy$60 at WalmartWelcome to a dark new worldIt's really happening. Over a decade later, the beloved RPG is getting a sequel that promises to take all the elements play...

Sennheiser's earbuds can keep going for 7-hours at a stretch, but the charging case boosts it up to 20 hours.What you need to knowSennheiser today announced the CX 400BT True Wireless earbuds.They'll go on sale from September 15 for $199.95.The CX 400BT can last for up to 7 hours of continuous playtime.Sennheiser today announced the CX 400BT True Wireless earbuds, a pair of high-end earbuds with long-lasting battery life. The company says you'll be able to wring out 7 hours at a run, with the wireless case meaning you can take that number up to 20 hours — for those days you spend 20 hours away from an outlet.Sennheiser noted the "high-fidelity stereo sound with deep bass, natural mids and clear, detailed treble" of the CX 400BTs. It credits this to its own 7mm dynamic audio drivers, but buyers can use Sennheiser's Smart Control app to change how the audio sounds.While you don't always need high-priced and expensive machines to have decent to good true wireless earbuds...

Let's be honest. Sonos speakers can be costly, especially when it comes to multi-room setup. With Sonos One speakers priced around $200 each, it would be a fair assessment in saying that a multi-room setup is too rich for most people's blood. What if there was a more cost-effective option for setting up multi-room audio? Enter Amazon Echo speakers. In combination with the Amazon Alexa application, setting up multi-room audio can be achieved affordably. Let us show you how.Products used in this guideBest beat for the bucks: Amazon Echo (3rd Gen) ($100 at Best Buy)Unlimited Music: Amazon Music Unlimited (From $8 per month at Amazon)How to set up multi-room audio with Amazon EchoIn your Alexa App, tap Devices in the lower right corner of your screen.Tap the + icon in the upper right corner of the screen.Tap on Set Up Multi-Room Music in the pop-up menuSelect the speakers you want to add to the group.Select a group name or type in a custom name.Tap Save.What's bet...

Video doorbells have proven to be an effective way to keep an eye on your front door and give your family a little peace of mind. The problem is, they're spendy and don't always live up to the hype.Most so-called "smart doorbells" on the market come with hidden fees, have complicated setups, and really aren't that smart.Blurams Smart Video Doorbell is different. Like a 24/7 doorman, the Blurams Smart Video Doorbell is an always-ready video camera doorbell with two-way audio, AI facial recognition, automatic voice response, and an anti-theft alarm. And there are no hidden fees.Blurams Smart Video DoorbellBuy nowThe Blurams Smart Video Doorbell comes with free cloud storage, 32 custom ring chimes, two-way audio, AI facial recognition, and a sound and light alarm. Grab it now for 54-percent off.Imagine someone you know coming to your front door, ringing the bell, and getting an automated "hello" from you. That's one of the many features of the Blurams Smart Video Doo...

A new Google Docs change to address an enterprise need.What you need to knowA new G Suite feature will now let non-Google account users collaborate on files.Visitors will be able to use PINs to verify and identify themselves on documents.It'll be available for the majority of domains by at least October.Google is rolling out a new feature to G Suite users, enabling collaboration on files with a wider base of users. In other words, you'll now be able to work on a Google Doc, Sheets, Slides, etc with users who don't necessarily have a Google or G Suite account.The feature is known as visitor sharing, and has been in testing for a while now. Non-Google users will be able to use PINs which will in effect act as their IDs. This will preserve the accountability and control that a traditional Google account would grant an admin or G Suite user ordinarily. You'll be able to see who made what edit, who made what comment, when they made x edit or y comment, and even be able to stri...

Will a remix lose some of what made the original great?In recent years, the story mode for first-person shooting (FPS) games has started to feel like an afterthought, something to shoehorn into your multiplayer experience. There are exceptions to this, of course, and some FPS have started to use the story mode in earnest, so now seems the perfect time to bring back an FPS that spent hours telling a great story. XIII, the PlayStation 2 classic, is getting a remaster for the PlayStation 4, and from what we are seeing it could be a good one.Jump to:What is XIII?So is XIII - Remake a sequel?What is it going to look like?Check out some gameplayWhat is the release date?What is XIII?Based on the comic book of the same name, XIII is a Jason Bourne-style story of an assassin that loses his memory. In the case of XIII — you are called XIII because you have a tattoo of it on your chest — you have also been accused of killing the President of the United States. What fol...