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Amongst the many features that the best VPNs offer, one of the biggest selling points in marketing material is when a VPN offers unlimited bandwidth. That sounds appealing, right? Who can resist unlimited anything? In reality though, few of us will really need the promise of unlimited bandwidth.Like a lot of the decision-making process about what VPN is best for you, it comes down to how you're planning on using the VPN and why you've signed up to the service in the first place.Think about when you'll use the VPNWhy are you buying a VPN service? Is it solely for use when you're accessing public Wi-Fi and you want to make sure that your data is protected? In which case, you almost certainly don't need unlimited bandwidth as an essential add-on. If you only occasionally visit coffee shops or other places with public Wi-Fi to work then you almost certainly won't use much bandwidth each month. A limited bandwidth plan will be just fine, giving you plenty of data-based room for essent...

A surprise exclusive for the fastest-growing VR platform.What you need to knowStar Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge will debut at the end of 2020 exclusively on the Oculus Quest.You'll play as a droid repair technician who crashes on Batuu after a pirate attack.Players will be able to explore the entirety of Blackspire Outpost and the "wilds of Batuu".It's described as a "grand adventure" with blaster fights and plenty of distractions along the way.Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge marks the second time Oculus has secured an exclusive Star Wars game for its VR library, but this time around the Oculus Studios-developed title is debuting exclusively for the Oculus Quest. Described as a "grand adventure" that's set on the planet Batuu and takes place between "The Last Jedi" and "The Rise of Skywalker" movie timelines. Along with exploring the entirety of the Blackspire Outpost, which is featured at Disney World and Disneyland parks, players will also be able to embark...

Possible insight into games of the future.What you need to knowSony has filed a new patent on image reconstruction techniques.It's theoretically similar to NVIDIA's DLSS 2.0 system.This could end up being used in PS5 games.Sony has filed a patent for image reconstruction techniques that sound similar to NVIDIA's DLSS 2.0. This design could be used in PS5 games over the years to come. The patent description notes that it uses multiple images and machine learning to generate new data.Some existing PlayStation games, such as Horizon Zero Dawn and Death Stranding, use checkerboard rendering to present an overall cleaner image than a resolution lower than 4K could normally provide. A more advanced reconstruction system similar to DLSS 2.0 could provide even higher-quality images.Now, it's worth noting that this doesn't necessarily mean anything. Companies like Sony file patents on technology on the time and then never follow up on the concepts that have been patented. Still,...

With 90% of companies now reliant on cloud services, anyone who understands the technology has a big advantage in the job market. The Complete Microsoft Azure eBook & Video Course Bundle gives you a head start, with 15 hours of video tutorials and six ebooks for $29.99.The shift to cloud technology is happening fast, and Microsoft Azure is one of the most popular platforms. Even if you don't plan on becoming an engineer, learning about this service is a smart move.This learning bundle covers a range of related skills, from migration to DevOps. Along the way, you discover how to work with PowerShell, set up networks, manage access, and develop new apps with Node.JS.All of the content comes from Packt Publishing, a company that has created over 6,500 IT courses and books. You learn from expert instructors, and each course offers a certificate of completion.You would normally pay $703 for this training, but you can pick up the bundle today for just $29.99. The Complete...

A OnePlus Nord may be coming to the U.S. sometime in the year, CEO Carl Pei says.What you need to knowThe OnePlus Nord has launched in the UK and India to rave reviews.A new report says it would be coming to the U.S. soon.If true, OnePlus will be selling it alongside the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro as a budget option.The OnePlus Nord may be coming to the U.S. after all, according to a report from Wired. Tucked into the publication's Nord review, Wired noted CEO Carl Pei as saying a "Nord-branded phone (not necessarily the same as this) is set to land on US shores later this year." If that's the case, the OnePlus Nord (or A OnePlus Nord at the least) may end up competing against other midrangers including the rumored Pixel 4a, Galaxy A71, and the Apple iPhone SE.The Nord launched this week to rave reviews, with praise being given for OnePlus managing to provide a flagship-lite experience without dipping the specs so low that the phone felt cheap.Writing for Android Central, revi...

Chances are that you're using the built-in webcam from your laptop, or you have a desktop that doesn't have a webcam at all. But with more and more folks working from home, you'll end up needing to join in a video conference call at some point, and you don't want to end up looking like a potato. With the Logitech Brio 4K, there's no chance of that happening and you get more added features than you'll know what to do with. However, you'll want to take advantage of the 4K recording and Windows Hello support.Best Overall: Logitech Brio 4KThose looking for the mac-daddy of webcams can't look past the Logitech Brio 4K. Not only do you get 4K HDR video recording, but this webcam is also certified to work with Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS. However, Windows users get the added benefit of Windows Hello support.In addition to recording video at either 4K or 1080p, the Brio includes a 5X digital zoom and "RightLight" so that you never look awkward on camera. While 4K video is limited to...

It's Microsoft madness as Windows Central's resident Xbox expert, Jez Corden, joins Carli and Rebecca to talk about the lineup of games announced at the July 2020 Xbox Series X showcase.Hosted by: Jennifer Locke, Carli Velocci, and Rebecca SpearGot feedback? Hit up Podcast@androidcentral.com and tell us something!LISTEN NOW:LINKS:The X-Play Twitter account just teased a possible relaunch of the G4TV gaming channel | Windows CentralEvery announcement from the Xbox Series X July 2020 event | Windows CentralHalo Infinite demo showcased early build, Microsoft says visuals will 'get better and better' | Windows CentralMicrosoft's Xbox July Showcase review: Finally, a roadmap | Windows CentralMicrosoft's Xbox Series X showcase emphasized the value of Xbox Game Pass, and Sony needs an answer on PS5 | Android Central...

Soon you'll be able to stream games from anywhere with a good connection.What you need to knowGoogle Stadia is gaining a new experimental feature on July 28th.The feature allows you to stream games over mobile data.Google says this isn't meant to be stable, and will work over 4G or 5G networks. Many users have questioned what it means for Stadia to be a living service with a constant stream of updates, and today we're getting a great example of what that means. Starting today, the Android version of the Stadia app will include an experimental feature which allows you to stream over 4G or 5G networks.From the Google Stadia Blog: If you'd like to be part of this Experiment, you can opt in to cellular play by opening the Stadia app on an Android phone, clicking on your avatar in the top right corner, selecting Experiments, and then choosing Use Mobile Data. We'll have more opt-in programs in the future as we bring even more helpful features to Stadia.The app update is...

Spotify expands Group Sessions to cover more use cases.What you need to knowSpotify has updated Group Sessions to allow for remote sharing.Now, a Premium subscriber can enable a group session as easily as sharing a link. Group Sessions is still in beta, but Spotify promises an evolving experience.Spotify earlier in the year announced Group Sessions, a new feature for socially distanced listening. It allowed users to scan a QR code to access a shared queue between a small group who would be in the same area (but spaced out). It's now expanding how the feature works to eliminate distance. You could be six feet apart or million miles away, but a shareable link will unite your queues regardless. You'll be able to share playlists or podcasts, and it'll make throwing a virtual happy hour that much easier."Groups of two to five people can use this feature at once by sharing a "join" link via messaging apps or social media with each other," Spotify says. The QR code will presuma...

Microsoft Family Safety could be a powerful tool for parents with kids learning from home.What you need to knowThe Microsoft Family Safety app is now available for everyone.The app gives parents control over screen time, content filters, and provides an activity report for kids.The app is available now for both Android and iOS devices.The Microsoft Family Safety app is officially out of preview starting today. Family Safety is geared towards parents, allowing them to set content restrictions, limit screen time, and view an activity log of what their kids are doing online. Microsoft initially launched the app in May as a preview, but now anyone can try it."Microsoft Family Safety helps you to facilitate a dialogue with your kids about the time they are spending on their devices and type of content they are viewing," Microsoft said during the May launch of the preview. "The app provides transparency on where everyone is spending time online and allows you to create flexible...

The Netgear Nighthawk AX6 Wi-Fi 6 router has dropped to $239.99 on Amazon. This router normally sells for $300, and it has never varied from that price at Amazon before. Today's drop is not only a new low but the first direct discount we've seen. You'll find the same router is still going for $300 or so at other retailers like Best Buy.Wi-Fi 6 is the newest wireless protocol, and if you have a router that's not using it, you should. You might pay a little more but the jump in wireless speeds is well worth it. We even include Netgear's router in our roundup of the best Wi-Fi 6 routers because of its ability to connect a large number of devices without ever slowing down.The Nighthawk is large enough and powerful enough to cover a medium-to-large size home with wireless. It can blanket up to 2,000 square feet in beautiful speedy Wi-Fi. The AX5400 speeds include dual-band Wi-Fi at 600 and 4,800 Mbps. Plus, it has six simultaneous streams for a larger capacity and the capabilitity to ...

This could usher in a new era of cross-platform VR development.What you need to knowOculus is now accepting OpenXR-developed titles on the Oculus Rift and Oculus Quest stores.Eye tracking and hand tracking are now an official part of the OpenXR standard, enabling cross-platform development with these features.Minecraft's RenderDragon engine now uses OpenXR for the development of Minecraft VR.Since its debut last Summer, the OpenXR platform has been pivoting itself as the way forward for developers looking to create games and applications for more than just one VR headset. This week has brought about a significant step in the right direction for the industry, as a whole, and it means a massive change could be on the horizon for developers and VR gamers, alike. Kicking off the news is the inclusion of OpenXR-developed games and apps on the Oculus Rift and Oculus Quest stores. This is a huge deal because it means that developers no longer have to exclusively develop a separate...

It isn't a huge upgrade over the RedMagic 5G launched earlier this year.What you need to knowZTE's Nubia sub-brand has launched a new flagship gaming smartphone.The new Nubia RedMagic 5S is powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 chipset and has a 6.65-inch 144Hz AMOLED display.It is slated to go on sale in China from August 1 for a starting price of 3,799 yuan ($542). In March this year, ZTE's Nubia sub-brand launched the RedMagic 5G, the world's first phone to come equipped with a 144Hz display. Nubia today launched a "new" gaming flagship with a few minor upgrades to take on the ASUS ROG Phone 3 and the Lenovo Legion Phone Duel.The new Nubia RedMagic 5S sports a 6.65-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a fast 144Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood is a Snapdragon 865 chipset, which has been paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. While Nubia has strangely decided not to use the newer Snapdragon 865+ chipset, the gaming phone ...

Amazon is giving its customers the perfect excuse to sign up for its Music Unlimited streaming service. Right now, you can get the newest Echo Dot with Clock for only $9.99 when you sign up for two months of Music Unlimited. That means you'll get two months of ad-free music streaming and the smart speaker for just $25.97 total with Amazon Prime, or just a few bucks more if you don't have a Prime subscription.Amazon Music Unlimited normally costs $7.99 a month for Prime members or $9.99 without Prime, so this is something of a no-brainer deal considering the Echo Dot with Clock sells for $60 on its own. Even when on sale it rarely drops below $40. The deal is only for new users of Amazon Music Unlimited, however.Echo Dot is Amazon's best overall smart speaker option and one of the easiest ways to start up a smart home. Control compatible smart home devices like Philips Hue bulbs or Hive thermostats, and so much more. Hear a cringeworthy knock-knock joke or fun fact. Set timers so ...

Showing its Mpow(er)Mpow H19 IPO$45 at AmazonProsExcellent noise cancelation for the priceLightweightQuick chargingBluetooth 5.0 connectivityConsThe headband doesn't have much adjustmentEarpads a bit stiffOnly available in blackThe Mpow H19 IPO have a nice design and even better features inside like Bluetooth 5.0 and quick charging. Add in solid noise cancelation as well as great battery life and you have a great set of headphones at an affordable price.The stalwartCOWIN E7From $60 at AmazonProsNFC pairing optionGood battery lifeQuality noise cancellationMultiple color choicesConsDated designLong charge timesButtons feel a bit cheapHeavyThe Cowin E7 have been one of the best headphones in this price point for years, and while these are still a good choice, their age is starting to show. The design is getting a bit long in the tooth, and there are better technologies that could be implemented.Mpow and Cowin both make som...

LG's V35 ThinQ smartphone is now on sale unlocked for just $299.99 at Amazon. This Prime-exclusive phone is only available to be purchased by Amazon Prime members, but if you're not a member already, signing up for a free 30-day trial will make your account instantly eligible.Today's deal saves you around $100 off what it's been selling for the last couple of weeks, though before that it was going for its full retail price of $900 since the holodiays. Considering it's never dropped this low before until now, this isn't a deal you want to pass up if you're in the market for a new phone.This unlocked smartphone is called a Prime-exclusive because it comes with a selection of pre-installed Amazon apps, most of which are pretty helpful like the Amazon Widget, Amazon Shopping, and Amazon Alexa. You can easily remove any apps you don't want, too. This device is also special because it has hands-free Amazon Alexa functionality built-in, allowing you to ask Alexa questions and for help s...

Panelists say they have seen "very specific language from top-level executives about that"What you need to knowCEOs of four tech giants will testify at an antitrust probe, Wednesday.One line of investigation will be "copy-acquire-kill" strategies.Panelists say they have "very specific language from top-level executives" about the practice. An antitrust probe Wednesday featuring testimony from Tim Cook, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Sundar Pichai will likely include a focus on "copy-acquire-kill" strategies allegedly employed by the companies.According to The Washington Post: Some of the evidence lawmakers have amassed is set to be furnished publicly for the first time Wednesday. Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), one of the panel members who will question the companies, said a few of the documents evince a "copy-acquire-kill" strategy on the part of tech companies to buy or suppress potential rivals. The Democratic lawmaker said the committee has seen some "very speci...

The RAZR will have a 6.2-inch main display, just like the first-gen model.What you need to knowThe first images of the Motorola RAZR successor have surfaced.They show a slightly tweaked design with a smaller chin and thinner bezels. Motorola is rumored to announce the RAZR 5G sometime in the fourth quarter of the year.Last week, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, a more impressive version of its foldable flip phone with the latest Snapdragon 865+ chipset and support for sub-6GHz 5G networks. Motorola is also rumored to launch a 5G-enabled successor to the RAZR this year, featuring a more powerful chipset and upgraded cameras. The first images showing the upcoming foldable phone have now been posted by Evan Blass on his Patreon page.The leaked images suggest the RAZR 2 will have a fairly similar design to the first-gen model. If rumors are to be believed, the RAZR 2 will have an identical 6.2-inch main display as its predecessor. Thanks to the significantly smaller c...

Ready to goEufy Indoor Cam 2K$40 at Amazon (Base model)$50 at Amazon (Pan & Tilt model)ProsInternal microSD storage slotNo security features require subscriptionHomeKit compatibilityAutomated pet commandsAffordable priceOptional pan and tilt upgradeConsLow FPS blurs fast-moving objectsNo 5GHz Wi-Fi compatibilityCurrently no 2FAThis Eufy model, which is priced as a budget model, also offers excellent video quality, AI detection and categorization, and voice assistant compatibility with Amazon, Apple and Google. Best of all, it has local storage and no paywall to unlock any features.Subscription requiredNest Cam Indoor$129 at Amazon$130 at Best Buy$122 at WalmartProsSlightly wider FOVExcellent FPSCommunicates with other Nest devicesReliable Nest app controls / alertsCan control Philips Hue light bulbsConsMany advanced features require subscriptionNo pan and tiltExpensive for older modelThis classic security camera ma...

If you're reading this, you're here because you just want to save the absolute most you can on your new TV. And who can blame you? TVs are expensive, and the price can grow exponentially the more you want out of it. Well, you've come to the right place. Find the best possible TV to fit your budget, but more than that this roundup will feature TVs that still manage to pack in loads of features. A cheap TV doesn't have to mean bad TV either. You'd be surprised what all you can get even when you don't want to splurge on the more advanced sets. Did you know there are even a bunch of great Android TVs to check out?In general, the larger the TV the more expensive it gets so we've separated this roundup into different sizes to help you navigate the best cheap options around.Best Budget TV Deals Available NowBest Cheap TV Deals under 50": Prices as low as $110Best Cheap TV Deals over 50": Prices down to $300More Info: What to look forTCL R625 55-inch 4K Roku TVA little mo...

The RAVPower USB-C 2-port USB-C wall charger has droppoed to $18.99 when you clip the $3 off on-page coupon. The wall charger has been selling for around $30 recently and was selling for around $36 in May. The drop to $21.99 matches a price we've only seen once before, and the extra $3 off via coupon brings it down to the lowest price we've seen. The drop down to $19 only applies to the black version of the charger, but you can get the white version for $22.99 with an on-page coupon, which is still a good price compared to what it normally goes for.With a USB-C port, Power Delivery, and a 61W output, you can use this charger to power tons of devices including smartphones or laptops. You can fully charge a 13-inch MacBook Pro in two hours, but of course you can charge whatever laptop you happen to own. That's just an example of how speedy the charge time is.Since there are two ports, you can charge two devices simulatneously thanks to the extra USB-A port. The output goes down to ...

If you're moving to an Android device from an iPhone or iPad, there's a possibility you're already set up and using an iCloud email address. Android devices require you to have a Google account (Gmail), but you might want to keep using your iCloud account for email, and that's just fine. Here's how to add your iCloud email address to your Android device.How to add an iCloud email address to AndroidSince Apple enables two-factor authentication (2FA) by default on your iCloud account, the easiest way to set up your iCloud email on your Android device is to first create an app-specific password for your iCloud email address.How to create an app-specific password for your iCloud accountLaunch your web browser on your computer.Go to appleid.apple.com and sign in using your Apple ID.Click Generate Password... under the Security section.Type a name for the password. I used "Android Email."Click Create.Take note of the password that has been generated. You'll need it to set up ...

You might not be going on any international trips for a while, but it makes sense to have a universal adapter for when the time comes. Not only does it make your packing process much more efficient, but it also prevents you wasting money on a bunch of adapters when you land.The Gimars USB-C Travel Adapter is a great pick, especially at today's sale price of $7.96. It usually goes for $18, but you can save over half by simply entering code L28NCVMA during checkout. That's lower than we've ever seen it go before and future you will be glad you made the purchase next time you head abroad.If you're going to take up precious suitcase space to bring something along, it had better be a product worth its weight. This travel adapter is compact, so it won't be difficult to pack, and it works in over 150 countries so you should be able to use it no matter where you're going.The palm-sized adapter features three USB-A ports and a single USB-C port that can all be used to charge devices sim...

The video gives us a good look at the smartwatch from nearly every angle.What you need to knowAn unboxing video of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 has leaked online.In addition to showing off the upcoming smartwatch from all angles, the unboxing video also compares its design against the original Galaxy Watch and the Apple Watch Series 4. The Galaxy Watch 3 will be introduced at Samsung's first virtual Unpacked event next week.Yesterday, we got our best look yet at the 41mm version of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch 3, courtesy of a hands-on video from TechTalkTV. A detailed unboxing video of the upcoming smartwatch has now surfaced, giving us an even better look at its design and key software features.The unboxing video shows off the 41mm version of the Galaxy Watch 3 in Mystic Bronze, with a premium leather strap. According to the host of The Mobile Central channel, the build quality of the Galaxy Watch 3 is more impressive than the original Galaxy Watch. In fact, the ho...

The Moto E6 is another fantastic example of the fact that you can get great performance without emptying your bank account. However, it's important to take time to find the best case to keep this investment protected against life. Drops happen to everyone, but you don't want to be the one who has to keep replacing phones because you cracked your screen. We have found the best cases that you can get for the Moto E6.Classic choiceSpigen Rugged ArmorStaff pickThe Spigen Rugged Armor series features the company's Air Cushion Technology for improved shock absorption, along with tactile buttons. There's a cutout for the Motorola logo in the back, and raised edges to ensure that the screen doesn't pick up accidental scratches.$11 at AmazonAdded versatilityFerilinso Leather Wallet CaseIt's one thing for a case to offer protection, but we need versatility in many of the accessories that we purchase. The Ferilinso Leather Wallet case does that, offering three card slo...

Amazon's Alexa app is getting a small splash of paint.What you need to knowAmazon has announced a redesign for the Alexa app.The new update brings a more personalized home screen and easier access to Alexa. It's expected to hit all Android devices by mid-August.Amazon's Alexa app is getting a fresh coat of paint as the retail giant announces a redesign for mobile devices. This new update will arrive for both traditional Android and Amazon's Fire OS.First, the new Alexa home screen will be more personalized and dynamic. It'll be edging more towards picking up from frequently accessed actions like listening to an eBook or continuing ongoing actions like controlling your music playback more than the static experience it is now. For new customers, the revamped home screen will show tips around Alexa and how to access Amazon's media services.Amazon will also now add a new prominent Alexa button to increase engagement. Like with other smart assistants, you'll be able to tp th...

As much as we love the functionality that the best smartwatches offer, there's no denying that traditional, non-smart watches look way better more often than not. Thanks to the competitive market for hybrid watches, it's possible to get something that looks like a regular watch but still offers some of the best features of a smartwatch. If you think the hybrid life might be for you, here are the ones we recommend!A hybrid done rightFossil Hybrid HRStaff pickFossil is one of the most popular watch brands on the market and its hybrid models are no exception. The Fossil Hybrid HR boasts over two weeks of battery life and has heart-rate monitoring, activity tracking, smartphone notifications, and music controls. It's available in a variety of fashionable styles, too.$157 at Amazon$175 at Best Buy$157 at WalmartMinimal beautySkagen ConnectedOur first pick on this list is the Skagen Connected. The sleek, minimalist design is something we can't get enough of, with ...

If you are looking for a new job that pays the bills, finance is definitely worth exploring. The All-In-One CFA Level 1 Exam Certification Prep Bundle helps you become a certified analyst, with nine courses and 23 hours of content for just $39.99.Pretty much anyone can build a career in finance, from school drop-outs to masters graduates. However, companies are looking for people with a basic understanding of money matters. The Chartered Financial Analyst program gives you the chance to prove your knowledge.This bundle helps you prepare for the CFA Level 1 certification exam. Through 62 video tutorials, you learn about basic economics, corporate finance, and equity.You also get a crash course in financial reporting, along with lessons on derivatives, alternative investments, and portfolio management. This knowledge is essential for the exam, and really useful in the real world.Every course in this bundle has great reviews from students, and the average rating is above 4 stars....

The Bose QC35s are not only excellent sounding Bluetooth headsets, but are also extremely comfortable to wear, and a large part of this is thanks to the excellent earpads that come installed out of the box. The leather material both looks and feels great, but as we all know, leather isn't indestructible. Should you need to ever get replacement earpads, these are the ones we recommend buying!Looks just like the originalTranesca Replacement Ear PadsStaff pickTranesca's replacement earpads are made out of top quality protein leather combined with a high-density memory foam. In other words, your ears will continuously thank you for this purchase. You get a 3-month return window, 12-month exchange policy, and only need to spend around $10. Nice.$10 at AmazonDirectly from BoseBose Ear Cushion KitIf you'd prefer to not go with a third party and would rather get the real deal, you can purchase replacement earpads directly from Bose. You're going to pay a premium at nearly...

Several-day outage caused by ransomware attack begins to come to an end.Update, July 27 (1:30 pm ET): Garmin confirms reports of a cyber attack as it promises a slow return to normalcy.Update, July 27 (10:30 am ET): Garmin's services are slowly being restored after days spent offline.Update, July 25, (9 am ET): According to reports, Garmin has been impacted by a widely-circulated WastedLocker ransomware attack that's encrypted the company's servers worldwide.Update, July 23 (2:50 pm ET): The outage has been linked to a ransomware attack and is expected to continue for multiple days.What you need to knowGarmin Connect has been suffering a multi-day outage, affecting all services.This includes the Garmin Connect app, website, and customer support channels.It has since been revealed that the outage is caused by a ransomware attack.If you're having trouble syncing your phone with your Garmin smartwatch, it's not your fault. Garmin Connect has been suffering an outage th...

In the 11 days that I've owned the OnePlus Buds, I've been stopped three times while walking down the streets of Toronto with people asking me variations of the question, "Are those blue AirPods?" While the OnePlus Buds share a modicum of design DNA with its Bullets Wireless counterparts, namely in the flat-edged, rounded "disk" on each earbuds' external side, they owe an even bigger nod to Apple's AirPods.And that's not necessarily a bad thing: the second-generation AirPods that these compete with cost twice as much (when not on sale) and are optimized for iOS devices. The OnePlus Buds cost $80 and are optimized for, you guessed it, OnePlus phones.Given the ubiquity of true wireless earbuds, and the success of the Bullets Wireless series, you'd think the OnePlus Buds would be a home run. They're not.Instead, they just make me look forward to the inevitable OnePlus Buds Pro.At a glanceOnePlus Buds ...

There are dozens of masks, helmets, and body armor that you can mix and match for Jin to wear.What's a samurai without some cool armor? Ghost of Tsushima has plenty of armor options that you can choose from that can be earned by completing various activities or found throughout the world. We've compiled a list of them to so that you can see what they look like and find out of you're missing any.Jump to:Body armorMasksHelmets and headbandsAll Ghost Guides:Beginner's tips & tricksList of all outfits and armor Best techniques and upgradesAll enemies and their weaknessesHow to use photo modeList of every charm in the gameIf any of the armor or masks seen below look different than yours, it could be because it is an upgraded version of the armor or it has been dyed another color. Certain headbands earned by completing haikus may have a different description depending on which lines you chose.Because the game just came out, this list is a work-in-progress a...

There's no denying that 2020 has been a very different year so far. Sporting events around the world have been postponed or cancelled and now things are slowly starting to ramp back up. The MLB 2020 season is now starting up, but things will look very different this year without any fans in the stands. After a ton of back and forth about the season, the MLB has agreed on having a 60-game regular season for 2020, with opening night kicking off on July 23.The season will run through September and each team will play 40 divisional games (20 at home and 20 on the road), along with 20 Interleague games (10 at home and 10 on the road). With this, the teams will have just six days off, with the exception of the teams playing on July 23 who will have seven days off. In a normal season, teams play 162 games, which is a whole lot more than we will see this year.After the regular season comes to an end on September 27, five teams from each league will advance to the post-season. There will ...

The cult classic is coming back for another round.THQ Nordic is back with a remake of another cult classic, Destroy All Humans! and with it they've given us one of the most entertaining game trailers I have recently seen. It's a great example of the humor we've come to expect from any DAH! title. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming Destroy All Humans! game.Alien Invasion!Destroy All Humans!$40 at Amazon$40 at Best Buy$34 at WalmartAnd flying cows?THQ Nordic has been gracing us with the remasters and remakes of some amazing games. Destroy All Humans! is one such game. Play as Crypto-137, unleash that alien weaponry and levitate some cows if you like. The humor of the original was not lost in this remake.What is Destroy All Humans!?What's the story?What's the gameplay like?When does it release?What is Destroy All Humans!?Originally a title from Pandemic Studios in 2005, Nordic received the rights to Destroy All Humans! when they...

Best answer: Yes, Mint Mobile customers are now able to use the T-Mobile 5G network the same way they would use LTE. No special plans or fees are required and customers just need a 5G capable phone.LTE and 5G service on T-Mobile's network: Mint Mobile (From $15 per month at Mint Mobile)5G capable and available unlocked: Samsung Galaxy S20 ($800 at Microsoft)Thank the New T-Mobile network for 5G on Mint MobileMint Mobile is based on the T-Mobile network and previously only used the LTE network for its phones. Recently, Mint Mobile started officially supporting 5G on all of its plans at no additional cost. While some people reported earlier that 5G compatible phones would connect to 5G on Mint Mobile, it hasn't been officially supported until recently.Mint Mobile's 5G network works the same way as the T-Mobile network, with the majority of coverage coming from T-Mobile's expansive low-band 600MHz deployment. This low-end network doesn't offer speeds too different from LTE bu...

With laptops being made with fewer and fewer ports these days, having a USB-C hub handy at home is pretty essential if you plan on plugging in an HDMI cable or more than just one USB device at a time. If you haven't picked one up already, the Choetech 5-in-1 USB-C Hub is a great pick as it's now on sale for only $6.98 at Amazon. You'll need to clip the coupon on its product page and then use promo code R59FPS36 during checkout to snag this low price. That saves you $13 off its full price of $20.Tired of living with only one free port on your computer? Choetech's USB-C hub makes the remedy simple. Just plug it into the USB-C port on your laptop to start using any of its integrated ports. Along with two USB 3.0 ports, this adapter features an HDMI port with support for 4K video as well as SD and MicroSD card reader slots. Having a USB-C hub with an HDMI port is useful in more ways than one, as you can use the port to mirror or extend your computer screen to another external monitor o...

Smartphones that cost $1,000 and more have quickly become commonplace in the market, and for anyone on a budget, those steep prices can quickly induce a headache. Thankfully, cheap smartphones are still plentiful, with more great options to choose from than ever before. If you need a new handset but only have $200 to spend, our favorite one is the Moto G Fast. Today, we're talking about it and seven other phones that bring tremendous value to the low-end space.Best Overall: Moto G FastThe Moto G Fast hits the very top of our $200 budget, and all things considered, it's the best phone you can buy when looking at Android devices this cheap.In regards to the G Fast's hardware, it's built far better than you'd expect for a phone in this price tier. It feels substantial when held, it doesn't rattle or creak, and all of the physical buttons feel very clicky. The 6.4-inch LCD display is also good, giving you a large canvas with minimal bezels, great colors, and good viewing angles. ...

Canada's Drag Race is on a search to bestow the title of Canada's Drag Queen for the very first time. While this new iteration of RuPaul's Drag Race isn't hosted by icon RuPaul, it includes practically everything else we love about the original series. Instead, Canada's Drag Race hands the reins over to judges Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman, Stacey McKenzie, and Brooke Lynn Hytes, marking the very first time a previous Drag Race contestant has sat on the judge's panel.A number of special guests will appear during the first season of the show too, including celebrities like Elisha Cuthbert, Deborah Cox, Tom Green, Stefan Brogren, Mary Walsh, Michelle Visage, and Allie X, some of which will be helping to judge the competition.Canada's Drag Race: When & whereCanada's Drag Race premieres on Logo in the U.S. on Monday, July 27 at 8 p.m. PT/ET, though the season has already begun airing in other countries such as Canada and the U.K. If you don't want to wait for Logo to air each episod...

Over the past few years, it's become a whole lot easier to install a home security system of your choice, and the camera end of them has improved big time. With options that stream 1080p video feeds to your phone, there's little-to-no reason that you wouldn't add some cameras to your home.Right now, you can pick up the Blink XT2 camera kits at Amazon with up to 25% off. This drops the base price down to just $74.99 for a single camera and up to $284.99 for the 5-camera kit. Better yet, just $10 more gets you an Echo Show 5 bundled in.There are a bunch of options available for purchase, but if you can't find the one that meets your needs, you can always add on an extra camera. These are currently down to just $64.99 apiece, too. The cameras operate on two AA batteries each, so there are no wires to deal with when mounting them. This adds versatility to the kits and gives you the freedom to install them where you want, instead of where you can get them powered. The batteries are sa...

More tech companies will likely follow suit.What you need to knowGoogle has decided to allow its employees to continue working from home until summer 2021.The move will affect nearly all of Google's 200,000 employees and contractors. Google had previously planned to ask its employees to return to offices from January 2021.Google today announced that it is extending its work-from-home option for employees through July 2021 as the coronavirus pandemic continues on. Like Amazon and Facebook, Google had previously asked its workers to return to the office in January next year.In an email sent to employees, Google CEO Sundar Pichai said: To give employees the ability to plan ahead, we are extending our global voluntary work from home option through June 30, 2021 for roles that don't need to be in the office. I hope this will offer the flexibility you need to balance work with taking care of yourselves and your loved ones over the next 12 months.The news comes as the pa...

Samsung earlier said it would be announcing 5 new products. This trailer shows us what they'd be.What you need to knowA new Samsung trailer shows us what's coming next week.Released on YouTube, the video showcases shadowed images of what can be assumed to be the Samsung Galaxy Note 20, the Fold 2, the Tab S7, the Buds Live, and the Galaxy Watch 3.Samsung will officially launch these devices on August 5th at Unpacked. Samsung Unpacked is here in just about a week, and the company won't stop dropping teases to whet our appetite. The latest trailer posted on YouTube shows off Samsung's upcoming launch products, albeit silhouetted because we haven't yet unlocked (or unpacked) them yet.Here's what's coming:Samsung is expected to launch five devices including the Galaxy Note 20 (already detailed overly much in leaks upon leaks), the Galaxy Fold 2, the Galaxy Watch 3 (once again, detailed), the Buds Live, and the Galaxy Tab S7. Samsung has already announced the Galaxy Z Fli...

This bundle that includes the Anker PowerWave wireless charging stand and PowerWave pad is down to $22.99 on Amazon. This combo has been selling for around $30 for most of the year, so you're definitely getting a great big chunk off the price. It's already affordable, so a price drop just makes it even more so.These devices do not come with wall adapters, though. If you want to plug into a wall outlet, you'll want to get something like Anker's Quick Charge 3.0 wall adapter for $15.99. It's got all the power you need to ensure you're getting the fastest possible charge no matter what phone you use.With two wireless chargers, that means you can place them in multiple spots so you have them whenever you need them. Need your phone elevated to keep an eye on the screen while you work? Take the PowerWave stand to the office. Want to hide the screen while you sleep and let it charge over night? Use the pad on your nightstand at home. They don't have to stay together or anything like tha...

We spend a lot of time talking about high-end wireless headphones like the Bose Noise Canceling Headphones 700 and the Sony WH-1000XM3 — and for a good reason, they're incredible products — but nothing says you have to spend a lot just to get some good headphones for casual listening. The Audio-Technica ATH-M40x headphones are an excellent place to start, thanks to a solid mix of audio performance, comfort, and features that make them a real bargain.Best Overall: Audio-Technica ATH-M40xIf you're looking for great sound for a low price, the Audio-Technica ATH-M40x is unbeatable. Audio-Technica didn't veer too far one way or another with these, maintaining a steady balance in multiple facets. Because of that, there's nothing particularly fancy here, just wired over-ear headphones that sound better than their price would indicate.The primary reason is the flatter tuning right out of the box. That tuning gives the headphones a vibrant soundstage without too much treble or too...

The Galaxy Watch 3 will have a lot in common with the Galaxy Watch Active 2.What you need to knowSamsung's Galaxy Watch 3 has surfaced in a detailed hands-on video ahead of its official unveiling on August 5.The video shows the 41mm version of the smartwatch, which features a 1.2-inch display.Like the original Galaxy Watch, the Galaxy Watch 3 has a physical rotating bezel and two buttons on the right side.A Galaxy Watch 3 plugin for the Galaxy Wearable app recently revealed a few key features of Samsung's upcoming smartwatch, including fall detection and support for hand gestures. A hands-on video showing the 41mm version of the Galaxy Watch 3 has now leaked, courtesy of YouTuber TechTalkTV.The hands-on video reaffirms the presence of a physical rotating bezel, similar to the original Galaxy Watch. In addition to the physical rotating bezel, the smartwatch also includes two buttons on the right side. The bezels, however, appear to be slimmer, which make it look more app...

Looking to sign up for one of the best VPN for Canada but don't exactly know where to begin? Canada is known for having many of the world's strictest security and privacy laws, such as being able to keep personal information for several months and send data to foreign governments through the Five Eyes Alliance.Although the Canadian government's aim may be to clamp down on issues such as cyber crime and terrorism, some could argue that such laws violate people's fundamental right to privacy. By using a virtual private network (VPN), Canadians are able to browse the web anonymously and securely.But privacy aside, there are many other benefits of using a VPN. You can unblock geo-restricted content and platforms, stop internet service providers (ISPs) from intentionally slowing your Wi-Fi connection, shop around for the best deals and improve gaming performance among many other benefits.The vast majority of premium VPN providers have set up server networks across Canada, but given th...

With the number of tasks we complete online these days, it's essential that you protect your security and privacy. A VPN is a tool you should have on your side in order to shield your sensitive information and you don't have to spend a fortune to get one set up with deals like this one on CyberGhost VPN. Right now, you can snag six months of VPN service for free when you sign up for its annual plan. That means you're getting 18 months of coverage for just $49.50, dropping the monthly cost down to just $2.75.You'd regularly pay $12.99 for its service month-to-month and its annual plan usually lowers that to $5.99. However, with this deal, you're saving 79% making this one of the best VPN deals out there right now. The promotion expires soon, though.Protect yourselfCyberGhost VPNA VPN helps anonymize your internet activity so you can browse without being tracked across the web. You'd regularly pay $13 per month for CyberGhost, but signing up for this 18-month deal drops it to j...

Even though Prime Day has been pushed back to October this year, Amazon isn't leaving its customers empty handed on great discounts during July. In fact, many of the deals available right now don't even require that you have an Amazon Prime membership like most Prime Day deals do. While Prime Day always has a wide selection of deals available, in recent years the best offers have been on Amazon devices, like Echo smart speakers and Fire tablets. If you were waiting for a chance to save during Prime Day this summer, this is it.There are a myriad of Amazon devices on sale right now. If you're looking for a new tablet, Amazon Fire Tablets start at just $34.99. If you need a new TV, this 43-inch 4K Fire Edition smart TV is now down to $229.99, saving you $70 off its usual cost. Looking for better sounding audio when you're playing your favorite music? The Echo Plus smart speaker is now $100 off and even comes with a free Philips Hue bulb.Amazon's Echo devices with displays are curren...

No official name but it's still coming.What you need to knowA new Dragon Age game is in development.We don't know much about it at this time.Mark Darrah, Executive Producer at BioWare, recently confirmed that work on the game is continuing. BioWare is working from home, which means work is a bit slower than it might otherwise have been.If for some reason you were concerned that work on the next Dragon Age game had stopped due to the ongoing pandemic, you don't need to worry anymore. Mark Darrah, Exectutive Producer recently shared on Twitter that work was continuing, though he also noted that it's slowed down due to work from home.I realize that most of you are here for Dragon Age news and there hasn't been a lot of that lately...Let me just run down some things I an say:1. We are working on the next Dragon Age2. Yes we are working from home3. Working from home is harder 4. We are making progress— Mark Darrah (@BioMarkDarrah) July 22, 2020The last Dragon Age game r...

Best answer: Games on PS5, whether physical or digital, can be installed in configurable blocks, allowing players to download only certain sections, like either the single-player or multiplayer.Nearly limitless choices: PlayStation Store Gift Card (From $10 at Amazon)Coming soon: PlayStation 5 (See at Amazon)How does game installation work right now on PS4?Right now it's all or nothing. You either download the entire game, or you delete the entire game. There is no middle ground. Some games do allow you to choose which component is downloaded first — like the single-player or multiplayer — so that you can hop into whichever you want right away before the game installation completes, but the entire game will still need to be downloaded.How will game installation work on the PS5?Game installation on PS5 will be more configurable, according to an interview between Mark Cerny and Wired. "Rather than treating games like a big block of data... we're allowing finer-grained ...

Top pick for studentsOffice 365 EducationFree at MicrosoftProsAccess to eight Office programsTeams allows real-time collaborationCompatible with multiple devicesConsNot as many collaboration tools as G SuiteSaved files may be seen by administratorsYou can get an Office 365 Education subscription free with your school email address. With this subscription, you get access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrvie. You can collaborate with teachers and fellow students through Teams, OneNote, and keep track of email messages and upcoming deadlines with Outlook.Good collaboration toolsG Suite for EducationFree at GoogleProsAccess to Google Docs, Sheets and SlidesCollaboration toolsAccess school email through GmailConsSchool partnership is requiredCollaborating features are clunkyG Suite for Education allows real-time collaboration through all of its Google apps including Docs, Slides, and Sheets. You can meet virtually using Meets and s...