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Ransomware is malicious software that can lock your computer and files while demanding a ransom be paid to unlock it. This sort of attack can be much more serious than a typical virus or malware attack because much of the time, you end up losing all of your files that weren't backed up. Ransomware can be especially hard to prevent because it typically comes disguised as another trusted file.Anti-ransomware software comes packed in with most antivirus or PC security packages including Windows Security. Anti-ransomware software needs to get very frequent updates to stay in front of threats. Since ransomware often comes disguised as something a user wants, they can let it through the first lines of security before they know there's a problem.Kaspersky's Anti-Ransomware Tool looks for behavior and commonly infected files to offer a last line of defense on your system. It's also backed by a cloud-connected set of definitions to stay updated without waiting for a scheduled definitions ...

Samsung doesn't need to sell its own phones to have a huge presence in mobile because all the best phones use Samsung parts.Happy Saturday, Android fans. I hope everyone is being safe and healthy and looking at a gorgeous Samsung display reading things on the internet while dreaming of one day being able to go outside again. And chances are that you're doing just that, even if the back of your phone doesn't say Samsung on it.Samsung makes a whole heck of a lot of phones every year. For a while now, Samsung has been one of the top three smartphone manufacturers, with a lot of time spent at the top spot. But Samsung doesn't have to make phones for it to be a driving force in the mobile space (and the laptop space and the tablet space and the smart home space) because almost every phone has plenty of Samsung parts inside.The headline part here is always going to be the display. Pick a flagship phone and you'll probably find a Samsung Super-AMOLED display on its front face — even...

The Ocean Meets Music festival is bringing together 14 artists and 11 gamers for a night of performances, gaming, and fundraising to support the Vancouver Aquarium. One of the many businesses which has been closed since March, the future of the aquarium is currently at risk though you'll be able to directly aid in the cause by donating during the event.THX is partnering with the festival to enhance your "at-home clubbing experience" with THX Spatial Audio during the DJ sets. The show will use custom tuning to immerse audiences in the music as if you were at the show in person — and in the front row.Ocean Meets Music will be hosted by DJ Vanic and feature performances by acts like VANIC, DJ SODA, Brooks, TOKYO MACHINE, Poni, Hahlweg, DNMO, Grant, WEIRD GENIUSES, Cheat Codes, Nurko, and Gammer, as well as a secret guest. There will also be a live Valorant tournament during the show played by top gamers including KUURO, JERICHO, Emong, Vincent, QuarterJade, JakenBakeLive, LIONE, J...

The Amazon Echo Buds are some of our favorite true wireless earbuds. They offer excellent sound quality with Bose-powered active noise reduction as well as passthrough mode. They also give you hands-free access to Alexa or the Google Assistant or Siri at a tap. As great a value as these buds are, Amazon noticed a rare issue where some devices were overheating in their charging case. Out of an abundance of caution and for the safety of its customers, the company pushed out a software update aimed at correcting the issue. We'll show you how to check to see if your Echo Buds were updated, and if not, how to force the update.How to check to make sure your Echo Buds are updatedYour Echo Buds should have automatically received the software update as soon as they connected to your Amazon Alexa app via Bluetooth. To confirm that they are on the correct software version, follow these steps.Open your Echo Buds case (both Buds must be in the case).Confirm that your Buds are connected vi...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Diversity is incredibly important in your credit card strategy for a lot of reasons. You need cards with different bonus categories, perks that don't overlap, and ideally cards that earn different types of points so you'll have more flexibility when you're ready to redeem.It's also important to think about the role different cards play in helping you build your credit score. If all you ever do is open cards for the welcome bonus and close them a year later, sooner or later your credit score will take a hit. Today I'm going to talk about the three kinds of cards I carry in my wallet, and how each one helps me earn points, travel better or build a strong credit score.Cards I actually spend money on...

The FA Cup's most successful team will need to get past the Cup's current holders if they are to extend their record - read on to find out how to get an Arsenal vs Manchester City live stream and watch the FA Cup clash online from anywhere.The Gunners have won this tournament on thirteen occasions but come up against a Man City side that are aiming to notch up their tenth successive win at Wembley.Those victories at the national stadium have seen them win three League Cup finals, two Community Shields, an FA Cup as well as a win in last season's FA Cup semi-final, plus two Premier League wins over Tottenham when Spurs were using Wembley as their temporary home.Pep Guardiola's side have made easy work of Arsenal during their two league encounters this season. Nevertheless, Mikel Arteta's men come into this game on a high, having beaten newly coronated Premier League champs Liverpool.It's all set to be a cracking cup clash - read on for full details on how to get a live stream...

The campaign highlights the recent iOS clipboard snooping scandal.What you need to knowPresident Trump has launched a scathing new ad campaign against TikTok.It says that TikTok has "been caught red handed" monitoring iOS clipboards.The U.S. has repeatedly raised concerns about TikTok's ties to China, and has previously floated the idea of a ban. A new ad campaign from President Donald Trump has launched a scathing attack on TikTok, and calls for Americans to sign a petition to ban the app.Over on Facebook, political adverts 'Paid for by Trump Make America Great Again Committee' and state: TikTok has been caught red handed by monitoring what is on your phone's clipboard. Sign the petition now to BAN TikTok.Trump now running anti-TikTok Facebook/Instagram ads accusing the company of spying on users pic.twitter.com/dfHuSVpciL— Taylor Lorenz (@TaylorLorenz) July 17, 2020The advert does not mention that TikTok is one of may iOS apps caught clipboard snooping...

The secure server will supplement state efforts, and allow for cross-border notifications.What you need to knowThe Association of Public Health Laboratories has announced an ambitious new project.It says it plans to build a national exposure notification server to securely hold data.It will use Apple and Google's API and be hosted by Microsoft. The Association of Public Health Laboratories has announced an ambitious new plan to build a national COVID-19 exposure notification server, which will run securely on Apple and Google's API and be hosted by Microsoft.In a blog post yesterday the association stated: To limit the spread of COVID-19, information must travel faster than the virus can. The scope and transmission rate of COVID-19 makes this a monumental challenge for public health agencies. Exposure notification technology, however, is a potential game changer. By providing rapid alerts to individuals who may have been in close proximity to someone who has COVID-19,...

If you thought that you needed to spend an arm and a leg to get a solid soundbar, that's not the case anymore. When you have budget options like the TaoTronics Soundbar TT-SK026, it's hard to spring for the big-ticket items. We have found the best soundbars that you can get for under $100 today.Best Overall: TaoTronics TT-SK026 SoundbarTaoTronics has been expanding out of the headphone market and moving into soundbars with options like its TT-SK026. This soundbar is unique in the fact that it includes both a built-in display and an integrated subwoofer.Possible connections include RCA, Optical, or coaxial, along with Bluetooth 5.0 for your smartphones or tablets. The LED display shows off what mode is being used, along with the sound level of the soundbar itself. There are even different audio modes for you to choose from, which will help amplify movies, the news, or anything else that you are listening to.Those looking for HDMI support will have to look elsewhere as TaoTro...

There are plenty of cases available for the Samsung Galaxy S9+, but it can be hard to separate the good from the bad. The beautiful and large design of the Galaxy S9+ will quickly turn to horror after a nasty drop, so a quality case is almost a requirement. We've rounded up the best cases for the S9+, which not only protect your phone but can give it a new look.So darn goodSpigen Neo HybridStaff PickYou get an excellent two-tone design and shock absorbent rubber paired with a hard plastic frame for the ultimate protection.From $17 at AmazonCrystal clearSpigen Ultra HyrbidSpigen's Ultra Hybrid has a lightweight design that doesn't add too much bulk while offering excellent protection for your device.From $14 at AmazonSlim as can beSpigen Thin FitThis case is an excellent choice if you want the bare minimum protection and grip on top of your phone in exchange for a super slim profile.$10 at AmazonMilitary-gradeAmuoc Protective CaseWith a design b...

The complete pictureRing Video Doorbell 3 Plus$230 at AmazonProsPre-Roll video2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi 1080p HD videoAdvanced Motion DetectionConsNo Google Assistant integrationA bit priceyThe Ring is bringing you some new features with its Video Doorbell 3 Plus. The addition of Pre-Roll video gives you four seconds of video before the detect event. This is very helpful in getting a better idea of what happened leading up to the notification from your doorbell.A solid upgradeRing Video Doorbell 3$200 at AmazonPros2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi 1080p HD videoAdvanced Motion DetectionLess expensiveConsNo Pre-Roll videoNo Google Assistant integrationThe Ring Video Doorbell 3 carries all of the same upgrades as the Plus version, aside from the higher price tag and the Pre-Roll. The Ring Video Doorbell 3 is a quality upgrade over Ring Video Doorbell 2 due to the addition of the 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi and Advanced Motion Detection.The Ring V...

There are a lot of exciting new devices coming soon.We may all be stuck at home for the most part these days, but that isn't stopping us from making the best videos we can on the latest tech. In fact, we've actually ramped up our production schedule in recent months, and to highlight some of our work, we're starting a weekly roundup on all of the most recent videos to hit the Android Central YouTube channel.Microsoft Surface Duo: Coming sooner than you think!The first time I saw Microsoft's upcoming Surface Duo foldable was at the company's Surface Event last October, and according to rumors, it's finally nearly ready to launch. This unique device isn't categorized as a phone — at least, not by Microsoft — but it can still make and take calls, and features two 5.6-inch AMOLED displays held together by a 360-degree hinge that lets you use it in a variety of different scenarios.Zac Bowden at our companion site Windows Central recently did a deep dive on the Surface Duo'...

As any martial arts master will tell you, being able to control your mind is a very powerful skill. Through nine fascinating courses, the Science of Memory, Leadership & Focus Bundle shows you how. You can get the training now for only $34.99.From the way you work to your sleeping patterns, the brain controls pretty much everything you do. While some of these behaviors are uncontrollable, many more are based on mental habits.By retraining your brain, it's possible to retain more information, enhance your productivity, and feel more confident. This bundle provides all the education your mind needs, with 16 hours of engaging content.Through concise video lessons, you learn how the brain works and how to shape your thoughts. This includes courses on memory, focus, leadership, and stress management.You also find out how to improve your neuroplasticity, avoid procrastination, become a better parent, and break free from marketing manipulation. Put together, these changes could ha...

Whether you want an easy way to check the weather, control smart home devices, stream music, or any other multitude of things, Google Assistant speakers are the way to go. They come in many shapes, sizes, and prices, but no matter which one you buy, you get the same core experience. If you're in the market for your first Assistant device or need another for your growing collection, here's a list of our current favorites — including the Google Nest Hub as our top overall choice.Best Overall: Google Nest HubKicking off our list, let's talk about the Google Nest Hub and why it's our favorite Google Assistant speaker currently on the market. If your ideal speaker strikes a good balance of design, features, and price, the Nest Hub is perfect.Starting with that first point, this thing looks great. The fabric base is available in a bunch of fun colors, and the way the screen is positioned on it gives off the impression that it's floating in mid-air. The quality of the 7-inch scree...

You'll need to be connected to a Wi-Fi network, though.What you need to knowFollowing an increase in demand in late March, YouTube had disabled video content above 480p in India.The option to stream higher-quality videos is now back on the company's mobile apps, according to Indian users.Those on mobile data, however, are still stuck on 480p.Back in March, following a massive uptick in demand as a result of the stay-at-home orders resulting from the pandemic, YouTube, as well as many other internet services, decided to take precautionary measures to reduce the strain on their infrastructure. In YouTube's case, that meant changing the default video quality to 480p the world over.Indian users, however, were met with even more stringent measures. While in other countries could choose to change the video quality to a higher setting, in India, all settings above 480p were disabled entirely. As PocketNow reports, Indian users have now started seeing the option to view videos in...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.With a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, travel may not be on your radar right now. However, that also opens up a window of opportunity to save for that next getaway — whenever or wherever that may be.One way to do that is to collect points and miles to prepare for the journey ahead. But there's also the simplicity and appeal of cash back, too. If you prefer to be paid back in cents instead of points — or find yourself in a financial crunch similar to millions of Americans — a cash-back card could be the better choice.And there is one cash back card that has captured my attention more than any other during the pandemic: the Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express. While it carries a $95...

New details on managing your ships that could prove critical.What you need to knowStar Wars: Squadrons is an upcoming dogfighting game being developed by EA Motive studio.More details on flight and combat have been shared via a blog post.Each ship has different systems and players will need to reroute power between each.Star Wars: Squadrons is inbound this fall and the team at EA Motive are continuing to provide updates on this dogfighting experience. In a recent blog post, the team shared some more about exactly how starfighter flight and combat will work.Most starships in Star Wars: Squadrons has three different systems that all need power: engines, lasers and shields. Players will need to balance power between each system. As an example, if you channel more power to the shields, they'll recharge much quicker. If power is maxed out to a system, a unique ability is unlocked for that system. Maxing out shield strength unlocks Overshielding, maxing the weapons system gives...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Chase's new quarterly bonus just went live.What you need to knowChase has launched its Q3 cash back offer.Cardholders can earn 5% cash back at Amazon and Whole Foods.The offer applies to the Chase Freedom and Chase Freedom Unlimited.Every three months, Chase rolls out a new bonus category for its Chase Freedom and Chase Freedom Unlimited credit cards. July 1 is here, so with it is a brand new quarterly offer.Between July 1, 2020, and September 30, 2020, cardholders of the Chase Freedom and Chase Freedom Unlimted card can earn five percent cash back on purchases at Amazon and Whole Foods Market.Rotating categoriesChase Freedom®See at The Points GuyEarn a $200 bonus after you sp...

Watch Dogs: Legion is a game you can get lost in — for better or worse.Across my four hours with Watch Dogs: Legion I ran into some very disparate, diametrically opposed encounters. In one section, I recruited a sort-of futuristic beekeeper in an audacious shock-proof suit and unleashed a swarm of robotic bees on my enemies. My demoist and I kept shouting "BEEES" every time somebody started shooting at me.In another part of the game, I was running down a street when I came across a fight between a random citizen and an officer in the private militarized police force. I rounded the corner and the citizen gruffly called the officer a "fascist." Then the officer started beating him. I thought about butting in since this clearly crossed a problematic line, but I thought about an even earlier encounter I had where an officer was harassing an innocent London citizen. I punched the officer, but then they called reinforcements. I then spent the next 10 minutes trying not to get shot do...

The PlayStation Aim controller is perfect for any first-person VR shooter. It was designed to look and feel like a real gun down to the button placements. Realism aside, the only downside is that the Aim controller is only compatible with a handful of PlayStation VR (PSVR) games. Here are all the games you can play with the PlayStation Aim and which ones are our favorites!★ Featured favoriteBorderlands 2 VRThis version was modified to fit a single-player experience, so you can't play with your friends in a multiplayer mode, but you can enjoy almost everything else Borderlands 2 has to offer. Go cause mayhem in a world of uniquely designed visual graphics. The bundle includes Borderlands VR, Beat Saber, PSVR headset, PS Camera, and two Move controllers!$300 at Best BuyTime for a crisisCrisis VRigadeStaff pickCrisis VRigade is an absolute blast to play with friends — up to three others, in fact! The gameplay harkens back to the days where you went to...

Now's your chance to score a pair of the Beats Studio³ Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones at a major discount. While supplies last, BackMarket has refurbished pairs of these headphones on sale in Mint condition for just $175. That saves you 50% off the price of a brand new model. BackMarket has options in 'Very Good' condition as well for $1 less. Today's deal is only valid on the headphones in matte black.Free shipping is included with every purchase at BackMarket. Each pair has been tested and inspected to ensure it's in like new condition, so you shouldn't have any issues with your purchase. However, BackMarket also includes a one-year warranty with these wireless headphones so you can easily return them if you do notice anything wrong with the pair you receive.The Beats Studio³ are over-ear headphones that feature 22 hours of battery life, dual-mode adaptive noise-cancelling, on-ear controls and support for taking calls or using Siri when connected to an iOS device. They a...

Where does this warrior's path lead?What you need to knowUbisoft has released a new cinematic trailer for Assassin's Creed Valhalla.This new trailer is focused on the mystery of Eivor and where their path is headed.Assassin's Creed Valhalla is set to release on November 17, 2020.There's a new trailer out for Assassin's Creed Valhalla and it's focused on Eivor, the main character who can be a man or a woman. While we know that Eivor is leading a Viking clan into England, this trailer hints at more nefarious things in Eivor's path. You can check out the trailer below.If you'd like to see some gameplay footage, you can check out everything from the Ubisoft Forward presentation right here. Jennifer Locke, one of our staff writers, got a chance to look a few hours of the game and you can read her preview here. In it, she talks about similarities to past games, how the world events work, how decisions have major impacts on the story and more.Assassin's Creed Valhalla is ...

Scoring a deal on a PlayStation Plus membership earns you free game downloads every month, discounts on digital games at the PlayStation Store, and more, but the best part about the service is that it unlocks access to online multiplayer modes on most PlayStation games. That's a pretty essential feature you'd miss out on otherwise, but thanks to a new deal at CDKeys, you can score a one-year membership for only $29.99 and start playing online at 50% off its usual cost. Over at Amazon, this subscription is currently priced at $59.99.With today's deal, you'll be paying only $2.50 per month for your PlayStation Plus subscription. That's 75% off the price of a one-month subscription which costs $9.99. This discount is offered via trusted seller CDKeys and is delivered as a digital redemption code which is sent usually immediately after purchase.PlayStation Plus is an important subscription to have as it unlocks online multiplayer modes on most PlayStation games that have them; there ...

If you have a Samsung Galaxy S or Note phone along with a spare monitor, keyboard, and mouse, then you've got yourself a pretty powerful pocket computer. Samsung's DeX app allows you to plug your Galaxy phone into a monitor and project a desktop-based UI version of your phone onto the screen. It even works (through an app) with Windows PCs and Mac computers. Samsung isn't the only Android OEM who has built a desktop mode into its devices, but it just might be the most well-known and best execute implementation thus far. We'll show you how to get it set up so that you can take your productivity anywhere.How to use Samsung DeX on your Galaxy S or Note phoneIf you're going to be using Samsung DeX on your Galaxy phone with just an external monitor, just plug in a USB-A to USB-C cable from your monitor to your device and skip to step If you're going to be using Samsung DeX on your Galaxy phone with a Mac or Windows PC, you'll need to first download the DeX app for whichever respecti...

That's the fastest wired charging tech for a phone yet.What you need to knowRealme today announced its UltraDart 125W charging solution.The company claims it can achieve a 33% charge on a 4,000 mAh battery in just 3 minutes.The news comes a day after OPPO revealed its own 125W charging tech.Formerly OPPO's sub-brand, Realme this week announced a 125W charging solution for its phones (via GizmoChina), just a day after OPPO did the same. That's not surprising, of course, because despite the decoupling of the two from a business standpoint, Realme is still heavily dependent on OPPO for most of its technical expertise and the two companies' solutions are likely the same, just with a different branding.Realme's UltraDart charging tech, as it's called, will be able to charge a 4,000 mAh battery to 33% in just three minutes, claims the company. That wattage, by the way, is more than what most laptop chargers ship with, so it's not surprising that Realme claims its charger will a...

A new look at the next generation of PlayStation controllers.What you need to knowThe DualSense is the new controller shipping with the PS5.Geoff Keighley, host of the Game Awards, is presenting a hands-on with the controller tomorrow.The PS5 is currently set to release sometime in Holiday 2020.As the wait for the PS5 continues, there's a new tidbit to help hold over any excited fans. Geoff Keighley, host of the Game Awards and Summer Game Fest, has provided a new look at the DualSense controller that is shipping with the PS5. He's also providing a more-detailed hands-on tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. PT / 12:00 p.m. ET. You can see Keighley holding the controller below.This is the #PlayStation5 DualSense Controller. Tomorrow at Noon ET / 9 am PT, it's time to go hands on. Can't wait to tell you about my experience. https://t.co/Hp7WuLrjXk #SummerGameFest pic.twitter.com/hvxTouNrc1— Geoff Keighley (@geoffkeighley) July 16, 2020The DualSense features several major improvement...

Best answer: It isn't necessary to run both traditional antivirus software and Malwarebytes at the same time. Most of the top antivirus software protect computers in real-time, meaning they block infections from happening in the first place. Malwarebytes is typically used when an antivirus software isn't installed on a computer, and it has become infected with malware. It will round up these threats and remove them from your system so you can then install an antivirus program for better protection in the future. If you'd like to have both an antivirus program and Malwarebytes installed at the same time, there are a few programs that support tandem protection.Best overall: Bitdefender Antivirus Plus (Starting at $30/ year from Bitdefender)Most used: Avast Premium Security (Starting at $70/ year from Avast)Already installed: Windows Defender (Free from Microsoft)How antivirus worksThe best antivirus software has real-time protections in place to stop malicious files from do...

Google is also rolling out a quick access emoji bar for GboardWhat you need to knowGoogle is bringing 117 new emoji to Android this fall, including loads of cute animals.These emoji will come to Android this fall with the launch of Android 11.Google is also bringing a new quick access bar for emoji to Gboard.It's World Emoji Day tomorrow, and Google is sharing some of its Emoji plans for Android. The company will be releasing the next batch of emoji with Android 11, totaling 117.The new emoji add more diversity in expressions, relationships, and family makeups. There are also cute new animals, magic wands, and new foods like bubble tea and hot tamales. Emoji are all about expression, so the more variety, the better.At the same time, Google is also making it easy to access your emoji with a quick access emoji bar. You can already find emoji by searching for them, but this removes that step.Android 11 is currently being beta tested, though you probably don't have mu...

It's literal hack-and-slash fun in The Trial, a new arcade-inspired Horde mode.What you need to knowThe Meatgrinder Update is a free content update for The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners.The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is an action-RPG available for PC VR and PSVR, with an Oculus Quest version in the works.This update adds a brand new Horde-style arcade mode, called The Trial, as well as new difficulty settings.When it comes to deep and rewarding VR experiences, few games fit the bill like The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners. As a full AAA-quality title, Saints & Sinners packs a 15-hour long story about a post-Apocalyptic New Orleans into an action-RPG package. But sometimes, you just want to release some stress and lob heads off the undead, right? If that's the case, Skydance Interactive has heard your cries and, with the new Meatgrinder Update, has added a brand new Horde-style arcade mode called The Trial.In The Trial, it's your goal to survive as lon...

Once your business grows above a certain size, you can easily find your operations split across multiple platforms. Averox Business Management Solutions brings together everything you need, with a collection of essential apps. Lifetime subscriptions are now only $79.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KGj-BhGAgDoFinding customers, handling stock, creating invoices, and paying your staff are all essential tasks — but none of them actually generates income. Worse still, research shows that business owners spend around 68% of their time on these daily chores.Averox Solutions helps you complete the admin faster and get on with generating revenue. Aimed at small- and medium-sized businesses, this platform puts all your operations in one slick interface.The list of features includes powerful CRM, bookkeeping and accounting tools, eSigning for contracts, and sales campaigns including emails and newsletters. You can also manage events, keep track of tasks, and collaborate with document sha...

It's one of the things everyone needs in their home office but often forgets about until, well, they realize they need it: the printer. While we remain on a quest for that paperless office, it isn't a reality just yet. And printers aren't just about work anyway. They are great for printing photos, arts and crafts projects, and keeping personal documents for filing. All-in-one printers (AIOs) are even better because they add scanning and copying capabilities as well, some also faxing (but who uses that anymore anyway?) My favorite AIO is, hands down, Epson EcoTanks, and one of the newest models is the Epson EcoTank ET-2760 Wireless AIO Inkjet Printer, which has wireless printing, high-resolution print quality, and, most importantly to set it apart from others, an ink reservoir system that, when filled, provides you with enough ink to last for up to two years. No joke.Best Overall: Epson EcoTank ET-2760 Wireless AIO Inkjet PrinterI have been using an Epson EcoTank printer for abo...

That Illusion Sunset color will go with the maple leaf quite nicely.What you need to knowThe LG Velvet will be available in Canada on August 7.The 5G enabled-phone is now available for pre-order on LG.ca and participating carriers.Pre-orders between July 16 and August 6 receive hundreds in incentive bonuses.LG recently made a splash with the unveiling of its new Velvet series of 5G-enabled phones. Initially slated for release in the U.S. and a few other markets, the sub-premium flagship devices are now being made available to Canadian customers as well, according to an official press release.Starting today, customers in Canada can pre-order the device from LG.ca and at participating carriers. LG says the Velvet will be available from the following retailers: Bell, Eastlink, Fido, Freedom Mobile, Koodo, Rogers, SaskTel, Telus, Videotron, Virgin, Best Buy, TBooth, Wireless Etc. (Costco), The Mobile Shop, The Source, Visions, Wal-Mart, Wireless Wave, WOW Mobile, and Xplore M...

Panos Panay continues to tease us with images of the Surface Duo and other Surface hardware.What you need to knowPanos Panay shared an image of himself using a Surface Duo.The image also shows Panay wearing grey Surface Earbuds.The Surface Duo doesn't have a public release date but is often shown off by Microsoft employees.Microsoft and Windows hardware chief Panos Panay shared yet another shot of himself using a Surface Duo. This time, he's shown off lounging with the Surface Duo unfolded and rocking some dark grey Surface Earbuds.We don't have an official release date for the Surface Duo, but it seems like a weekly occurrence that a Microsoft employee shares a photo with one. Photos of the Surface Duo also frequently include other Microsoft hardware, in this case the Surface Earbuds in grey. We already knew that the Surface Earbuds would come in a darker color, but this shot shows them off a bit.Fresh air and coffee to start the day. pic.twitter.com/TJRWDOcbfH— Pano...

T-Mobile takes aim at scam calls with Scam Shield.What you need to knowT-Mobile announced Scam Shield, a free scam detection and blocking service for its customers.T-Mobile is also launching a new burner number service for customers. Scam Shield will be available for free to all T-Mobile and Sprint customers from July 24.T-Mobile today announced several new tools aimed at tackling the threat of scam and spam calls. The first is Scam Shield. This is what the carrier calls its scam identification and blocking technology (individually branded Scam ID and Scam Block). T-Mobile will automatically identify calls that are likely to be scams for customers and even offer them the choice to block all such suspect calls from reaching their cell phones.T-Mobile is also adding Enhanced Caller ID for its customers. It'll be using the STIR/SHAKEN technology the FCC has demanded carriers employ, and it'll be doing it for free. You'll now have a better idea of who's calling you, and T-Mob...

Adding a camera to your Raspberry Pi is simple and can turn the board into a great surveillance camera or a personal computer used for video chatting. Luckily, it's also a pretty inexpensive endeavor, like with most Raspberry Pi accessories. Here are our top picks if you want to add an eye to your Pi.HD and simpleAUKEY PC-LM1 1080p WebcamStaff pickThis USB webcam from AUKEY is plug and play for the Raspberry Pi and can take record videos in 1080p at 30FPS. The "fold-and-go" design makes it easy to pack up and roll whenever you need to move the camera elsewhere. Plus, the PC-LM1 features fast autofocus, so the subject is never blurry, even it's close to the camera or moving around.$50 at Amazon$87 at WalmartFrom the sourceRaspberry Pi V2 Camera ModuleThe second-generation Raspberry Pi Camera Module works great with the Raspberry Pi 3 or 3 B+ and connects directly to the MIPI connector on the board itself. It can take still images at 3280x2464 (8MP) or record...

2020 has been quite the year so far. Store shelves have become routinely empty of certain essential items that one might need while they're staying at home for weeks at a time. If you've been trying to get your hands on disinfecting wipes without searching every local store within a 20-mile radius, you've come to the right place.Where to find Clorox wipes in stockThe BestInstacart: shop disinfecting wipesAmazon: shop disinfecting wipesTarget: shop disinfecting wipesStaples: shop disinfecting wipesThe RestCVS: shop disinfecting wipesOffice Depot: shop disinfecting wipesWalgreens: shop disinfecting wipesWalmart: shop disinfecting wipesHome Depot: shop disinfecting wipesThe key to finding wipes in stock is to keep looking. Stock levels are always changing, and while they may be unavailable at some places right now, that doesn't mean they won't be back before the day is out.How to find disinfecting wipes in stockAmazon is pretty well-known for having just abo...

It would have to be a completely different game, developers say.What you need to knowSUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE releases on July 16, 2020, on PC, Xbox, PS4, and Mac.MIND CONTROL DELETE, the third game in the SUPERHOT series, will not feature any VR content.The studio is actively working on new VR projects and could show them off in the future.SUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE mind be on the minds of many gamers around the world (thanks to its July 16 release date), but VR gamers will have to wait a bit longer before seeing something new from the studio. MIND CONTROL DELETE, a brand new third game in the SUPERHOT universe, adds in more story, more trademark slow-motion gameplay, and surprising ways to eliminate your foes using only your movements as the way to control time.While the titles may not clue you in, SUPERHOT, SUPERHOT VR, and SUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE are three completely different games all set in the same universe. MIND CONTROL DELETE was announced at the t...

True wireless earbuds are about as affordable as wired headphones these days. Of course, picks like the Apple AirPods will always be a bit overpriced, but you don't have to pay more than $50 even to score a great pair of wireless earbuds these days. Right now, Amazon has the Mpow MS1 in-Ear Bluetooth Earphones on sale for just $16.99 when you use promo code C98FQZ63 during checkout. That saves you nearly $15 off their full cost of $30, and it also marks a new low price for the pair.Mpow's MS1 Bluetooth Headphones let you listen to your music wirelessly. Touch controls let you switch songs, adjust the volume, and answer calls without having to pull out your phone. There's a specific spot to touch so that you don't press it accidentally. With IPX7 waterproof nano-coating, you can take these earbuds out for a run in the rain or to the pool without worrying about sweat or splashes ruining them.These earbuds last for about five hours on a single charge, though with the included chargi...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Citi wants to say ThankYou with its newest Amazon deal.What you need to knowAmazon and Citi have partnered for a new offer.Customers on Amazon can save $30 off their next purchase.All they need to do is use 1 Citi ThankYou point when checking out.If you have a Citi ThankYou card and shop on Amazon, both companies have put together a new offer just for you. Between now and September 30, 2020, you can 20% off your next purchase at Amazon by applying just one one ThankYou point to your purchase.In order to take advantage of the promotion, you do have to have your Citi ThankYou card linked to your Amazon account, see if you are eligible, and activate the offer. The offer is currently only ...

The Fold is coming back, and it should be better than ever.If there's one phone to be overly excited about this year, it's the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2. Last year's Galaxy Fold was the first folding phone to widely release in the U.S., taking the form factor from a wild pipe dream to a very real reality. The launch wasn't without a few hiccups along the way, but even so, there's no denying the importance and impact the Galaxy Fold has had on the entire industry.It's now 2020, and we're anticipating Samsung to soon usher in its successor in the form of the Galaxy Fold 2. The idea behind the phone will be to take that original Fold formula, add more modern specs, and fix what didn't work the first time around.If you're eager to learn more about the upcoming folding handset, keep on reading below.First FoldSamsung Galaxy Fold$1499 at Amazon$1980 at Best Buy$1398 at NeweggThe foldable that started it allWe're expecting the Galaxy Fold 2 to arrive very soon, but if you ...

I really, really wanted to like these.No matter who you are or where you come from, I think we can all agree that 2020 has been, well, a massive dumpster fire. This can be credited to multiple things that have happened this year, one of the most prominent being the global pandemic that's thrown the entire planet for a curveball.This has changed all of our lives in varying ways, including a heightened awareness of personal hygiene and cleanliness. We're washing our hands more often and longer than ever before, hand sanitizer is in every store you go to, and wearing face masks in public is the new norm. Given all of that, LG couldn't have picked a more perfect time to launch its new Tone Free true wireless earbuds.These earbuds have built-in UV lights in the charging case, which according to LG, kill 99.9% of bacteria from your earbuds whenever they're placed inside. It's the perfect gadget for a post-COVID world, but ultimately, the Tone Free HBS-FN6 end up dropping the ball in ...

Two of the world's largest best VPN providers have announced plans to close down operations in Hong Kong.Now that China has effectively taken full control of the previously part-autonomous city state with a controversial new security law, North America-based Private Internet Access and TunnelBear have decided to remove their Hong Kong servers."Effective immediately, Private Internet Access (PIA) is wiping and shutting down our VPN servers located in Hong Kong in response to the new Chinese national security law foisted by fiat on Hong Kong," wrote the firm in a blog post published on July 14th.A dangerous regimePrivate Internet Access said it made the decision "because new national security laws in the region endanger the privacy of our users and all Hong Kong residents.""China's new national security law allows law enforcement to seize servers located in Hong Kong without a warrant and otherwise execute warrantless interception of communications," it explained.The compan...

LG's new Tone Free lineup of true wireless earbuds starts at $100.What you need to knowLG's Tone Free HBS-FN6 true wireless earbuds are now available to purchase in the U.S. for $150The main selling point of the earbuds is their UVnano charging case that is claimed to be able to kill 99.9% of all bacteria.In addition to the HBS-FN6, LG has launched two more new Tone Free true wireless earbuds.LG unveiled two new true wireless earbuds last month, including one with a UVnano case capable of removing bacteria and germs from the earbuds. As promised, the new Tone Free true wireless earbuds are now on sale in the U.S.While the charging case included with the LG HBS-FN6 won't actually "clean" them, it can kill 99.9% of bacteria on the speaker mesh of the earbuds while charging them. The UV LED light inside the charging case is activated when the case is closed with the earbuds inside.The earbuds use a custom-built driver unit and offer special EQ sound settings from Meridian....

The Skullcandy Sesh true wireless earbuds are down to $29.99 at Best Buy. The earbuds are available in both black and indigo colors at this price. You can also find the Sesh in Moab Red for this same deal price on Amazon; however, those earbuds are back-ordered and may take an extra few days to ship. Other than that, the Sesh tend to have a street price around $50 and are currently going for $60 at other retailers like Home Depot.You might be surprised at just how good these earbuds are for only costing $30. They have a lot of the features of more advanced devices at a fraction of the cost. The Bluetooth will work seamlessly to pair with your devices, automatically connect, and stream all your audio whether it's music or TV shows or whatever.The earbuds are IP55 rated. This means they are resistant to water and dust. Essentially when it comes to dirt, you don't have to worry about it interfering with the earbuds' operation, even if a little bit gets in there. The water resistance...

Peacock is finally here! NBCUniversal's new streaming service has been floating around waiting to launch for some time now. This includes NBC's excellent catalog of shows as well as Universal's movies, which is plenty to keep you occupied for a while. If you've been looking for a new service and some fresh content to binge, we've got all the details on how you can make that happen right here.When did Peacock launch?NBCUniversal launched the new streaming service, Peacock, on July 15, 2020. The service debuted for an early trial with Xfinity X1 and Flex customers back on April 15, but now it's available to everyone.How much does NBC's Peacock cost?Let's just get to the meat of the issue, right? What's this new service going to cost? Well, the good news is it doesn't have to cost you anything. Not at first anyway. Peacock has a completely free version of the service supported by ads. You don't even need to give them a credit card. It's not a trial period. Just sign up and watch...

Sun's out, and the smartphone's out. But don't forget that in addition to slathering on the sunscreen, you'll have to keep your phone protected, too.Summer is all about streaming the hits of year's past and shooting a bounty of selfies. But while you're out doing that, remember to keep tabs on how hot your smartphone becomes while you're having fun.The warmer weather months don't offer a friendly climate for electronics, and the heat can actually be hazardous to overall device health. Here are a few tips to keep your smartphone cool for the summer.Don't leave the phone in the carGrab one of these if you need to tend to use turn-by-turn directions, in your car, during the hot summer months.There's a reason why it's illegal in some areas to leave your child or a pet behind in a hot car (I mean, it should be illegal everywhere). Even with the windows cracked a bit, cars are effectively giant metal and glass incubators. It's also why you shouldn't leave your smartphone behind....

Messenger's screen sharing makes its way from desktop to mobile.What you need to knowFacebook has announced screen sharing for iOS and Android.It works in both Messenger and Messenger Rooms.You'll be able to share with up to eight other videos in Messenger group video calls, or up to 16 if you're using a Messenger Room.Facebook has now brought screen sharing to its Android and iOS Messenger apps, allowing users to share their displays with others while on video calls."Screen sharing allows people to instantly share their screen with friends and family one-on-one or in a group video call with up to eight people and up to 16 people in Rooms while using Messenger on their mobile devices," Facebook's Nora Micheva, Product Manager, Messenger said, "We know people are trying to stay connected more than ever and screen sharing is the latest feature we're rolling out to bring people closer together."Here's how screen sharing would look when it rolls out:Facebook says you'll...

"Once big companies use their power, they can very very quickly push markets beyond the tipping point where competition turns into monopoly"What you need to knowThe EU is launching a sweeping new inquiry.It will probe voice assistants like Siri and Alexa.EU watchdogs are concerned about competition turning into a monopoly. The EU is launching a sweeping inquiry into the internet of things and voice assistants like Siri and Alexa.As reported by Bloomberg: Voice assistants such as Apple Inc.'s Siri and Amazon.com Inc.'s Alexa are at the center of a sweeping European Union antitrust inquiry into how Silicon Valley uses data to gain a tight grip on growing markets. EU watchdogs already see signs that tech giants might be restricting access to data or making products that don't work well with those made by other companies, the European Commission said in a statement on Thursday announcing the probe into the so-called internet of things.EU Competition Commissioner Marg...

The "Lite" version of the Galaxy S20 could be a bigger upgrade over the Galaxy S10 Lite than expected.What you need to knowThe Galaxy S20 "Fan Edition" will apparently be powered by a Snapdragon 865 chipset.It is also rumored to feature a 120Hz display with a 3.3mm hole-punch cutout.Samsung is expected to launch the phone in the fourth quarter of the year.Last month, a report had claimed that Samsung is working on a successor to the Galaxy S10 Lite, called the Galaxy S20 "Fan Edition." More details on the upcoming phone have now surfaced, courtesy of tipster Ice Universe.The tipster claims the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition will be powered by the same Snapdragon 865 chipset as the other Galaxy S20 series phones. This isn't surprising, however, as the Galaxy S10 Lite runs on the same Snapdragon 855 chipset as the flagship Galaxy S10 models. More interestingly, the phone is tipped to feature a 120Hz display. Just like the standard Galaxy S20, the Fan Edition will come with ...

It expects to have 100 million new users by the end of July...What you need to knowTikTok was recently banned in India.Indian video app Roposo is booming as a result. Roposo says it's peaking a half a million new users every hour. Following a government ban on TikTok in India, a new video platform is taking the country by storm, adding millions of new users a day.According to Bloomberg: In late June, when India banned 59 Chinese apps, including global sensation TikTok, the short-video platform stopped working for its 200 million local users. Within hours, an avalanche of new sign-ups pushed the servers of one of its Bangalore-based rivals, Roposo, to breaking point. Two weeks on, Roposo, which also offers short videos, says it's peaking at 500,000 new users an hour and expects to have 100 million by month's end. That's almost double the 55 million it had before the ban, and puts Roposo among a profusion of Indian startups to benefit from TikTok's troubles in the cou...