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Why the 5G transition will have a few bumps along the way.For many years, before I joined Mobile Nations and started working at Android Central, I reported on the Canadian wireless industry for MobileSyrup. I was there during the transition from 3G to 4G throughout 2011 and 2012; a year later, I saw the ratification of the so-called Wireless Code of Conduct that essentially banned three-year contracts and made it more difficult for carriers to unilaterally change your phone plan or charge you onerous cancellation fees.Much of the Wireless Code of Conduct, which you can read in full in its only-slightly-improved state in 2020, was based around the idea that things were better in the U.S., and that Canada should try its best to emulate what was happening in the much more dynamic and competitive market down south. It was premised on the idea that while a free and open market is ideal, the carriers should be at least moderately prevented from their own worst tendencies and that, if g...

The Samsung Gear Fit 2 is a fine fitness band and if you prefer to wear yours 24/7, it's helpful to have a couple of extra band options to match your style. This particular model has been on the market for a few years now, so there are dozens of choices out there when it comes to replacement bands. Wherever you plan to wear your Gear Fit 2, we've got a band for you.Pick your styleOenFoto Silicone BandStaff pickIf you want options, you've got 'em with OenFoto bands. There are over a dozen colors to choose from! More importantly, they're made of premium silicone that's waterproof, anti-sweat, and non-toxic. The soft material is also easy to clean and you'll never have to think twice about fading or skin irritation.$9 at AmazonTrendy two-toneWonlex Silicone BandThis sporty silicone band comes in 15 two-tone color choices, including an eye-catching black and blue. The high-quality material is durable and snug on your wrist. The unique design features precise air...

Samsung's upcoming products are very leaky indeed.What you need to knowSamsung is gearing up to release the Galaxy Watch 3 in just over a week.A Play Store plugin update to its Galaxy Wearable app has revealed some of the upcoming features.These range from nice to haves like new watch faces, and genuinely useful features like fall detection. Samsung's Galaxy Watch 3 is coming up, and an new plugin for the Galaxy Wearable app has shown us some of what the company has in store for us. The folks over at XDA Developers did a deep dive into the new Galaxy Watch 3 plugin, gaining access to assets that showcase what Samsung is bringing.As far as new features go, the Galaxy Watch 3 will be adding hand gestures. You'll be able to clench and unclench your fist to answer a phone call or shake our fist to reject one. There's also a new upcoming fall detection feature. If you fall, the Galaxy Watch 3 will give you 60 seconds to confirm that you're alright and not in any immediate dang...

Great valueMicrosoft Surface Buds$200 at Amazon $200 at Best BuyProsGreat integration with Windows and Microsoft OfficeUSB-C for chargingLong battery lifeGood soundConsLacks wireless charging caseNo active noise-cancelationIf you're in the Microsoft ecosystem, the Surface Earbuds are a no brainer. Even if you aren't, they're a great value, coming in at $100 less than the Momentum TW 2.Sounds greatSennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2$300 at Amazon $300 at Best Buy $300 at WalmartProsUSB-C for chargingLong battery lifeExcellent ANC performanceGreat soundConsLacks wireless charging caseCase is a bit bigExpensiveThe Momentum True Wireless 2 undoubtedly sound better than the Surface Earbuds. While the buds have similar battery life, the Momentum TW 2 have better overall battery with 28 hours versus 24 hours on the Surface Earbuds.If you're seeking great sound quality above anything else, go for the Momentum TW 2 without question. The S...

There's no timeline for a return.Update, July 25, (9 am ET): According to reports, Garmin has been impacted by a widely-circulated WastedLocker ransomware attack thats 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 that has stretched on for multiple days, starting at around 11:30 p.m. ET on July 22 according to reports on Twitter.How to get your data off of your Garmin watchAt first, the company tried to brush it as a maintenance issue that was being quickly address...

You don't need the Garmin Connect app to get your activities up to the cloud.We all love cloud services, because they store data remotely and let us access it anywhere — that is, until the cloud goes down. You may not realize it, but your Garmin watch requires the company's cloud service to do just about anything, including connect to your smartphone — and when Garmin's services go down, your watch loses all of its syncing features.But thankfully, your workouts and fitness data aren't lost forever — they're still saved locally to your watch, waiting to be uploaded as soon as they connect to the cloud ... whenever that may be. And if you're impatient — and many of us are — you have the option of manually pulling that data off of your watch to save on your computer or upload to another fitness service.Get data from a Garmin watch using WindowsSurprisingly, one of the few Garmin services that's still operational is the download for the Garmin Express desktop softwa...

Head on over to BuyDig and get the Google Nest Hello smart video doorbell bundled with the Google Nest Hub Max smart display on sale for $349 total when you use the code ZWE28 during checkout. BuyDig is already the place to go for the best Google bundles. For example, this bundle without the code is $383, and that's decent savings if you consider the Nest Hello is $230 by itself and so is the Nest Hub Max. You're already getting close to $80 off the price, and the code just adds another chunk of savings to that.That's not even the only bundle you can save on at BuyDig right now. If you don't really need a video doorbell, but you would like some more smart speakers, you can get the Nest Hub Max with a regular Nest Hub display for $229 using the same code above. That's essentially the Nest Hub for free given the regular cost of the Nest Hub Max.The Nest Hello Video Doorbell is a smart purchase for any homeowner. This video doorbell connects to your Wi-Fi network at home so you can ...

Let's just get that harsh reality out front right away. This deal only applies if you've never subscribed to Amazon Music Unlimited before. I, for example, am not eligible because I've used the service before. You, however, may be able to take advantage of it. If you're new to the service, today's the day to try it out because you can get two months of Amazon Music Unlimited plus Amazon's 3rd-generation Echo Dot smart speaker on sale for $16.97 total. Amazon Music Unlimited costs $7.99 a month normally for Prime members. So this deal is adding an Echo Dot to your subscription for just an extra buck, which is crazy because the Echo Dot is going for $50 on Amazon right now. Even when it does go on sale, it's still usually selling for around $30 and not $1.Tens of millions of songs, exclusive Alexa voice features and programs, unlimited skips, and ad-free programming are just a few of Amazon Music Unlimited's features. You can even download songs for offline listening. Best of all, th...

Sampdoria travel to Turin as Serie A football continues today at the Juventus Stadium. Follow along with all of the action wherever you are with our Udinese vs Juventus live stream guide.Juve currently sits at the top of Serie A with just three games left to play. A victory against Sampdoria today would put them out of reach of chasers Inter and Atalanta and see them secure their ninth consecutive Serie A title. Sampdoria have mathematically secured Serie A survival with a current points tally of 41.Juventus looked set to land the championship in their last outing at Udinese with a first-half lead in the game only to end up losing the game 2-1. Juve, in fact, have only won one of their last five league games which has allowed Atalanta and Inter to climb back into contention. A win for the Bianconeri tonight would put them seven points clear of second-place Inter with just two games remaining which would be enough to see them lift the Coppa Campioni d'Italia.Sampdoria started po...

Arguably the pick of final Premier League games of the season on Sunday is this winner-takes-all clash at the King Power Stadium. Which team will secure Champions League football? Read our guide below to find out how to get a reliable live stream of Leicester City vs Manchester United.The home side had looked almost guaranteed a top-four finish when the league returned to action from lockdown in June, but a disastrous run of results since the restart are now outsiders to hit that target.Leicester find themselves in fifth behind United in third and Chelsea in fourth. With just one point separating the three, a defeat for the Foxes would end their dream of a return to European football's biggest tournament, an eventuality that would be devastating for Brendan Rodgers' men having played so well for three quarters of the campaign.The scenario could have been worse for the Foxes, were it not for Man United's slip up against West Ham in midweek, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Red Devils...

We'll show you how to get an Andalusia Grand Prix live stream from anywhere in the world so you don't miss a second of the action at the Circuito de Jerez this weekend.The 2020 MotoGP season is in full gear after last weekend's Gran Premio Red Bull de España but the teams and riders will be staying in Spain for one more week for Sunday's Andalusia Grand Prix and we have all the details on how you can watch the race on TV or online.At last weekend's race, Petronas Yamaha SRT's Fabio Quartararo came in first place with a time of 41 minutes and 23 seconds. However, the biggest story at the Gran Premio Red Bull de España was how eight-time world champion Marc Márquez lost control of his bike and crashed with just four laps remaining in the race. Although Márquez suffered a broken arm and had surgery, he passed his fitness test and has been cleared to participate in the Andalusia Grand Prix.Just like last weekend's Gran Premio Red Bull de España, the Andalusia Grand Prix will b...

The Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A seasons have resumed and soccer in the U.S. has now made its return with a new approach. We've got all of the details about the teams involved, schedules, and how to watch the MLS is Back Tournament from anywhere in the world below.Major League Soccer kicked off in late February, though the season was curtailed by the second week in March due to the global pandemic. Given the original MLS season was set to run until October, it was unclear how, when, or even if the season would be completed. Those questions were answered with the announcement of the one-off MLS is Back Tournament and the action kicked off on July 8.Keep reading for all of the details you need to know about MLS is Back as well as advice on how to stream the games online.What is the MLS is Back Tournament?MLS is Back is basically a way to condense much of the 2020 MLS season into a one-month tournament. The cup-style competition is being held in Orlando, Florida, with st...

Best answer: Yes, Sony has confirmed a new controller in the form of the DualSense, what looks to be the next iteration in its DualShock line of controllers, though it is not called the DualShock 5.Current iteration: Sony DualShock 4 ($65 at Amazon)Coming soon: PlayStation 5 (See at Amazon)What can we expect from the PS5 DualSense?Sony has already announced that the PS5 DualSense controller, will feature haptic feedback technology and adaptive triggers. First, we're adopting haptic feedback to replace the "rumble" technology found in controllers since the 5th generation of consoles. With haptics, you truly feel a broader range of feedback, so crashing into a wall in a race car feels much different than making a tackle on the football field. You can even get a sense for a variety of textures when running through fields of grass or plodding through mud. The second innovation is something we call adaptive triggers, which have been incorporated into the trigger button...

Chromebooks are great for things like working in Google Docs or doing a little web surfing, but with many models having fancy swiveling hinges that can stand like an easel, they can also make for excellent movie screens. Streaming video is a great way to use your Chromebook, but there's one thing, though — the sound often sucks. That's not a Chromebook thing; it's just hard to put decent sounding speakers into a slim and light laptop. The solution, thankfully, is easy — external speakers. Here is a selection of speakers (and a pair of headphones that become a speaker) that not only sound great but will also work with your Chromebook without any fuss.Portable bluetooth booming soundHarmon Kardon Onyx Studio 6Staff PickThe Harmon/Kardon Onyx Studio 6 is one of the best Bluetooth speakers money can buy. Its booming bass and sound clarity are staples of the Harmon/Kardon experience, and the ability to connect to not only your Chromebook but to a second device, such as a mob...

One of the biggest deterrents people have when trying to learn a new language is the lack of time and resources to do so. For starters, it's challenging to squeeze in a time in your chaotic schedule to pore through some learning material. It can also be tough to get your hands on resources that you will find engaging. The good news is that there's an app specifically designed to make language learning entertaining, and you don't even have to carve time out of your busy day just to master the language of your choice.Helmed as App of the Year by the Apple App Store and Editors' Choice by Google Play Store, Busuu can help you achieve your dreams of becoming a polyglot — sans the pressure. With courses in 12 different languages available, it offers over 1,000 lessons put together by expert linguists to hone your language skills on the go. Online lectures are also enhanced by machine learning technology, yielding personalized study plans and speech recognition to fortify your journey ...

Lots of horsepowerNest Wifi Router$165 on AmazonProsOnboard hardware packs a punchNest Points can be used as smart speakersEasy set upGoogle Home/Google Wifi integrationConsLacks support for Wi-Fi 6Pricier than some alternativesRouter can't be used as a smart speakerThe Nest Wifi Router is a serious heavyweight, with excellent coverage, reliability, and speed. Each router can double as both an endpoint and a network extender, and the purchasable Nest Points even double as Google Assistant smart speakers. Google's released a powerful product here, and it's one that gets our full recommendation.More affordableeero Mesh Router$99 on AmazonProsInexpensiveSet up process is a breezeeero's subscription service adds a ton of valueExcellent companion appConsCoverage isn't as goodSlower network speedsIf you're looking for a bargain, the eero Mesh Router is a solid alternative to the Nest Wifi. Its coverage and network speeds don't perfor...

Cutting the cord is easier than ever these days — especially with smart Android TVs now available that let you access all the latest streaming apps without the help of any additional devices. Connect an OTA antenna and you'll even have free live TV channels. This Hisense 65-inch 4K UHD Smart Android TV (H65G Series) is a fantastic pick that normally sells for $500, though thanks to a current sale at Best Buy, you can pick one up today for just $399.99 while supplies last. That's a $100 discount and one of the best prices it's ever reached.You can save even more on the 75-inch model of this TV which is currently down to $699.99, saving you $300. These deals are part of Best Buy's 3-day Great Summer Save sale, offering discounts on everything from computers and sound systems to home appliances and more.Even at its regular price, the Hisense 4K TV is considered an entry-level budget option that has a ton of excellent features to help make life a little more convenient for you. For...

So you've been searching everywhere for that charging case for your favorite Bluetooth earbuds, the Jabra Elite 75t, but it's nowhere to be found. Not to worry, we're here to help you through getting a replacement and your earbuds back to a full charge for your next adventure.Products used in this guideCase of power: Jabra Elite 75t Charging Case ($40 at Amazon)How to replace a Jabra Elite 75t charging caseWhile getting the replacement charging case for your Jabra Elite 75t can be simply purchased, you will need to sync your earbuds to the new case. Here's how to do that.Place your earbuds into the new case.Close the lids of the case to begin charging your earbuds.You may get a purple LED on the case while the firmware is updated.After one hour of charging and the LED has stopped flashing, the syncing is complete.After you have successfully finished the process to sync your Jabra Elite 75t to the new case, everything should work as usual in the future. Also, the Ja...

You don't need the Garmin Connect app to get your activities up to the cloud.We all love cloud services, because they store data remotely and let us access it anywhere — that is, until the cloud goes down. You may not realize it, but your Garmin watch requires the company's cloud service to do just about anything, including connect to your smartphone — and when Garmin's services go down, your watch loses all of its syncing features.But thankfully, your workouts and fitness data aren't lost forever — they're still saved locally to your watch, waiting to be uploaded as soon as they connect to the cloud ... whenever that may be. And if you're impatient — and many of us are — you have the option of manually pulling that data off of your watch to save on your computer or upload to another fitness service.Get data from a Garmin watch using WindowsSurprisingly, one of the few Garmin services that's still operational is the download for the Garmin Express desktop softwa...

The hearing was previously scheduled for Monday.What you need to knowA major antitrust hearing has been rescheduled.Tim Cook was one of four big tech CEOs due to testify on Monday, July 27.The hearing will now take place on Wednesday instead.A House antitrust hearing originally scheduled for Monday, July 27, will now take place next Wednesday.According to Axios: The CEOs of Apple, Facebook, Amazon and Google will now testify before the House Judiciary antitrust subcommittee on Wednesday, a person familiar with the panel's plans told Axios. The session is slated to take place at noon ET Wednesday, the person said.Yesterday, it emerged that the hearing, originally scheduled for Monday, was likely to be postponed as it coincided with a memorial service for Rep. John Lewis. From that report: The report notes that a special ceremony at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda will be held for Lewis at 2 pm, Monday, July 27, whilst the antitrust hearing was supposed to begin at no...

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 $29.49 and start playing online at over 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 $2.46 per month for your PlayStation Plus subscription. That's over 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 th...

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.Grocery spending may have reached its peak earlier in the pandemic, but it remains an important category for U.S. consumers. Many popular cards have offered limited-time bonuses on groceries as spending shifted from travel and other discretionary spending.This latest offer from Chase furthers that trend. For new Chase Freedom Unlimited cardmembers, you'll now be able to receive a $200 sign-up bonus after spending $500 on purchases in the first three months, along with 5% cash back (5x) on grocery store purchases (excluding Walmart and Target) on up to $12,000 spent in the first year.This is hot on the heels of a temporary Chase promotion for existing Chase Sapphire Preferred Card and Chase Sapphir...

As much as I would love to see what NVIDIA could do with Arm's design team, I don't want it to have control over the industry. Neither should you.I'm an NVIDIA fan. The company is best known for making uber-powerful GPUs that almost single-handedly drive the gaming industry, but it also makes things like machine learning servers, self-driving cars, robots, and the best Android TV box ever made. I think all of their products are great and even enjoyed using NVIDIA-powered phones before Qualcomm drove the company out of the industry. I'm Team NVIDIA for most things. Not this thing, though.Call me a fanboy, call me whatever, but I like the company and the things it makes. But I hate the idea of NVIDIA controlling Arm, the company that makes the reference design that every phone chipmaker uses to build processors.This is all just a rumor, and like a lot of rumors might not even be remotely true. But we do know that SoftBank — the Japanese firm that has control over Arm Holdi...

The must-see follow-up to Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness won't be coming to Netflix anytime soon. This past March, the popular streaming service's seven-part documentary series on former zoo operator and tiger breeder Joe Exotic was pretty much all anyone could talk about. If you're still yearning for more of the story, Animal Planet is about to deliver.Filmed just four months before his arrest, Surviving Joe Exotic is one of the final formal interviews with Joe, though with its own Animal Planet spin on the subject. This time, the camera will look past the Tiger King for a glimpse into the surviving animals he owned, such as two visually impaired tigers Kadira and Kryxis.Surviving Joe Exotic: When & whereThe Surviving Joe Exotic documentary is scheduled to air on Saturday, July 25 at 10 p.m. ET / PT only on Animal Planet. While this documentary is not produced by the same team from Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness, it's sure to provide a closer look into ar...

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.Marriott and Chase just launched elevated sign-up bonuses across their cobranded Marriott Bonvoy credit cards. The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card is offering 100,000 bonus points after you spend $3,000 in the first three months, and the Marriott Bonvoy Bold Credit Card is offering 50,000 bonus points after you spend $1,000 in the first three months.While travel isn't a top priority right now for many people, these offers are worth considering if you know you'll use the points for a trip down the road. A bonus of 100,000 points is enough to get you a night at a top-tier property such as the St. Regis Maldives or St. Regis Bora Bora, even during peak pricing periods. Or, you can stretch those ...

Oh, I told myself I wouldn't cry when this finally happened.What you need to knowAction Launcher v46 is rolling out to users with some seemingly small but quite important updates.After years of requests, Quicktheme can now use custom, manually set colors and hex code colors! YAY!!! You can now automatically back up your Action Launcher layout to Google Drive.Some more adaptive icon shapes have been added to match the Android 11 Beta shapes.The actual change log for Action Launcher v46 is rather short, but what's is here is so very, very exciting that I can't really help myself from a little schoolgirl SQUEEEEEE. See, one of the biggest issues I've had with Action Launcher for years and years was how you were at the mercy of Quicktheme's algorithm for the colors you could use in Action Launcher to tint the various launcher elements like folder icons, the app drawer, dock and so forth. Last year. Action Launcher added the ability to pick from the standard Material Design pal...

Ultimate Ears' Bluetooth speakers just keep getting better, and the BOOM 3 speaker is no exception. Normally priced at $150, right now BackMarket is giving customers the chance to snag a refurbished model in mint condition for only $89. That marks one of the best deals we've ever seen on this speaker, saving you over $60 off its usual cost in the process and over $40 off its current price at Amazon. Plus, BackMarket includes a one-year warranty and free U.S. shipping with every purchase. This deal is only available on the speaker's Night Black model.Our pals at iMore got their hands on this speaker, rating it with five out of five stars. It even earned the site's 'The Best' badge, in part for taking the best features of previous models and incorporating them into this latest version. The BOOM 3 sends sound out in all directions and is built to blow your socks off at full volume, and its powerful bass does a good job at helping. Its rechargeable battery can last for up to 15 hours o...

The Galaxy Note 9 is already an enormous phone, and if you plan on carrying it around in your pocket, then the addition of your wallet is gonna weigh your pants down. If you're already planning on slapping a case on that beauty, then why not get a case that's not just a case and take the two-in-one approach? These are the best wallet cases for Galaxy Note 9.Great stitchingMaxboost Wallet CaseStaff pickMaxboost's simple wallet case has white stitching, which looks lovely against the black leather, and its triangular closure is different from what you usually see on wallet cases. It has space for three cards and a cash pocket, and the cover folds into a kickstand.$11 at Amazon$22 at NeweggOoh, shinyProCase Genuine Leather CaseThis case comes in three colors of glossy leather, with two card slots and a cash pocket on the inside cover, along with a bumper case that holds and protects your Note 9. There's a magnetic closure to keep everything secure, and the front cov...

You don't need the Garmin Connect app to get your activities up to the cloud.We all love cloud services, because they store data remotely and let us access it anywhere — that is, until the cloud goes down. You may not realize it, but your Garmin watch requires the company's cloud service to do just about anything, including connect to your smartphone — and when Garmin's services go down, your watch loses all of its syncing features.But thankfully, your workouts and fitness data aren't lost forever — they're still saved locally to your watch, waiting to be uploaded as soon as they connect to the cloud ... whenever that may be. And if you're impatient — and many of us are — you have the option of manually pulling that data off of your watch to save on your computer or upload to another fitness service.Get data from a Garmin watch using WindowsSurprisingly, one of the few Garmin services that's still operational is the download for the Garmin Express desktop softwa...

Android has new features and a more mature name.Android 10 is an incredibly powerful and capable bit of software. Released in September 2019, Android 10 brought about a few major changes to our favorite mobile OS that are still worth talking about to this very day — including the likes of revamped permissions, dark mode, and more.Even with Android 11 on the horizon, last year's update continues to hold up strong as it keeps making its way to handsets around the world.Whether you're interested in learning all about Android 10's many features, what devices it's available for, and much, much more, keep on reading below!Android at its bestGoogle Pixel 4 XLFrom $773 at AmazonFrom $900 at Best BuyFrom $900 at B&HThe phone to get if you want speedy updatesGoogle's Pixel 4 XL is not a perfect phone, but if you care at all about Android updates, it's one of the best you can get. Not only are Pixels first-in-line for new updates as they're released, you're guarant...

True wireless earbuds have come a long way in the few short years they've existed. Early offerings like the first-gen AirPods were expensive and lacked a lot of features, but as time has gone on, prices have come down and additional features have been implemented — one of which is noise cancelation. True wireless buds that can block out ambient sound are more common than ever before, and today, we're highlighting six of our favorite ones — including the Sony WF-1000XM3 as our top overall pick.Best Overall: Sony WF-1000XM3Should you be in a position where money isn't an obstacle and you just want the very best true wireless earbuds you can find, might we turn your attention towards the Sony WF-1000XM3. These are some of the most expensive earbuds of this form factor that you'll find, but the flagship experience they provide is well worth it.There's a lot going on with the WF-1000XM3, so here's the elevator pitch. These things sound outstanding. All of the earbuds on this l...

Best answer: The PS5 will include an 825GB SSD. This is less than the Xbox Series X's 1TB SSD, but Sony has good reason for the odd number.Thousands to choose from: PlayStation Store Gift Card (From $10 at Amazon)Preorder soon: PlayStation 5 (See at Amazon)Hello PS5 solid-state driveWe know that the new PS5 is being built with an 825GB solid-state drive (SSD) instead of the traditional HDD. Not only will this upgrade give us a much faster system but it also gives us a starting point to deduce how much storage the basic launch build will offer.What was the PS4's storage size?At launch the original PlayStation 4 came with the option of 500GB for the basic build or, if you had extra spending money, 1TB. This was the standard again at the launch of the PlayStation Slim in 2016. However, Sony has now discontinued not only the original PS4 but the 500GB Slim variant as well. The smallest storage unit now offered is 1TB for the PS4 Slim and PS4 Pro. This increases up to...

Android OEMs often layer on extra battery saving features to prolong longevity at the cost of essential functionality.What you need to knowContact-tracing apps have fallen victim to Android OEMs and their aggressive power-saving measures, as per a new report.The German Corona Warning app failed to deliver notifications to millions of phones in the country as a result of being killed in the background.A new update will now let users keep the app active in the background while Huawei says it has fixed the issue on its devices.Contact tracing apps are one of the ways technology is being deployed to smother the ongoing pandemic, but even they have their flaws. With Apple and Google rolling out integrated contact tracing systems for their respective operating systems, countries quickly built apps that plugged into those systems, allowing consumers to be notified if they came into contact with an infected party.That was the plan on paper. A little quirk common to some of the mo...

The Galaxy S20 Ultra is quite the phone, huh? It has a massive 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a buttery smooth 120Hz refresh rate, Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 865 processor, and beastly rear camera setup with support for 100x zooming capabilities. The S20 Ultra packs a big punch, but without a screen protector, you risk ruining the experience.Great in every wayCaseology Film Screen Protector (2 Pack)Staff PickAlthough it does have "case" in its name, Caseology also has a fantastic screen protector available for the S20 Ultra. It's a film protector that's available in a bundle of two, and it's a pretty fantastic value. Caseology promises crystal clear transparency, bubble-free installation, and a scratch-resistant coating that can even heal itself if/when it becomes damaged. How cool is that?$11 at AmazonFeels like glassZAGG InvisibleShield Ultra Clear+ Screen ProtectorZAGG's InvisibleShield screen protector is technically film, but it sure doesn't feel like i...

While the Moto G Power was recently released and succeeded the G7 Power, both handsets are extremely capable for those looking for a budget smartphone. Regardless of whether it's last year's phone or this year's new release, both of these devices offer microSD card expansion, so we've found the best cards you can get today.Straight from SamsungSamsung 64GB EVO SelectStaff pickUsing a Samsung microSD card offerings is a no-brainer considering the brand's reliability and product quality — not to mention the price. With read speeds up to 95MB/s and write speeds up to 90MB/s, you'll be able to record HD video straight to this card.$11 at Amazon$38 at NeweggA modest upgradeSamsung EVO Plus 32GBRemember when 8GB of storage seemed like a lot? Well, you can add ample storage to your Moto G7 with this 32GB microSD that also comes with a USB adapter that makes it that much easier to transfer files to and from your phone.$9 at Amazon {.end} $11 at Best Buy {.end}$9 at...

Alex Dobie joins Daniel, Andrew, and Jerry for a show jam-packed with news. Ex-Googler Marc Levoy is headed to Adobe to make a universal camera app. Android Go may become the required operating system for low-end phones.The gang also talk about the mid-priced but flagship-class OnePlus Nord as well as the OnePlus Buds. In the Samsung corner of the universe, there are significant leaks of the upcoming Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.They finish with a review of the ASUS ROG Phone 3, and share some things that are making them happy.Listen nowSubscribe in Pocket Casts: AudioSubscribe in Spotify: AudioSubscribe in iTunes: Audio Subscribe in RSS: AudioDownload directly: AudioLinks:The ex-Googler behind amazing Pixel cameras is going to make a camera app for every phone | Android CentralAdobe's universal camera app isn't going to be as good as you think if you use an Android phone | Android CentralGoogle may soon make Android Go a requirement for all new low-end phones | Andr...

PUBG Mobile is a graphics-intensive game that demands a powerful phone. If you want the best results and get more Chicken Dinners, you're going to need a phone for that truly stands out from the pack, and in 2020 that's the OnePlus 8 Pro. Not only is it a great phone packed with the latest internals and a 120Hz AMOLED display, but you also get the best software on Android right now.Best Overall: OnePlus 8 ProPUBG Mobile has been developed to run pretty well on old and new phones alike, but you'll need a phone with admirable specs to run it at the highest graphics settings. The OnePlus 8 Pro fits the bill, with 8GB of RAM and a Snapdragon 865 chipset both delivering enough memory and processing power for great gaming performance.OxygenOS continues to deliver a simple and speedy software experience that allows for customization, including the Fnatic gaming mode, which offers fine controls for avoiding distractions while gaming. You can limit notifications to alarms and calls o...

The TicWatch Pro is a fabulous smartwatch, but like most watches, the bands will eventually get worn out. It's a natural occurrence and an annoying one at that. Fortunately, you can easily replace these 22 mm bands. All you have to do is find the one that's right for you. Whether you're looking for a fitness-friendly band or one that allows you to dress up your smartwatch for formal events, there's plenty more where that came from.For multiple devicesMobvoi Genuine Leather Watch BandStaff pickThe leather Mobvoi band isn't just suitable for the TicWatch Pro but is also compatible with the TicWatch S2 and E2. The band itself is ideal for wrist sizes of 5.31" to 7.68" so you can easily adjust the length of the strap to your liking. Even better, while the exterior is a stylish leather, the interior is silicone, making it a smooth, comfortable fit.$16 at AmazonFlexible durabilityXYFELE Silicone Soft Rubber Watch BandWith more than a dozen unique colors to choose ...

That's a lot sooner than some expected.What you need to knowThe next Oculus Quest appears to be on the verge of an announcement and subsequent release.This could be the Del Mar headset that's been in development for some time.Del Mar is said to feature reduced weight, better lenses with wider FoV, increased refresh rate, and more ergonomic controllers.The leaks just keep coming for the next Oculus Quest headset, and this latest one points to a September 15 debut. Whether or not September 15 is the actual release day or just the day that Facebook will be unveiling its latest standalone VR headset isn't yet known, but it's the first time we've seen a specific date mentioned in any leak for the upcoming headset. This latest image is also the first time we've seen the inside of the next Oculus Quest, which could be dubbed the Oculus Quest 2, Oculus Quest S, or even the Oculus Quest Lite.The date is particularly ironic because it's far earlier than was previously surmised, and...

Best Buy is having a 3-day sale this weekend with savings on tech, smart home essentials, and more. If you've been looking to upgrade to a smart TV for instance, now's the perfect opportunity as Best Buy is offering up to $110 off select Fire TV Edition smart TVs by Toshiba and Insignia while supplies last. Not only will you be scoring a major discount on a new smart TV, but you'll also score a free Amazon Echo Dot smart speaker in the process which Best Buy includes with every purchase. Shipping is free.The most affordable option in the sale is the 24-inch Insignia Fire TV Edition smart TV at $99.99. It usually goes for nearer $150. It offers a 720p resolution so is probably best suited to a bedroom or kids play room rather than your living room, but it has all of the Amazon smarts and even support Alexa skills via the included voice remote. As far as super-affordable TVs go, this one is a smart choice.If you want to bump up the screen size and resolution, the 43-inch Insignia 4...

We can't wait for Sony's fourth try at flagship cans.In the world of active noise-canceling headphones, Sony has established itself as one of the market leaders. Unveiled in 2018 and released in early-2019, the Sony WH-1000XM3 may not have the catchiest name, but they are easily some of the best headphones you can buy in this niche.However, while the company may have proven its ANC prowess with the WH-1000XM3, that doesn't mean we aren't interested to see where it goes from here.Premature or not, we're eagerly looking forward to what Sony will offer with its inevitable WH-1000XM4. Here's everything we know about the upcoming headphones so far!Rock onSony WH-1000XM3$278 at Amazon $278 at Best Buy$278 at WalmartSony's current ANC headphones continue to impress.While we're excited to see what Sony has in store for the WH-1000XM4, the existing 1000XM3 are still a fantastic purchase. With a clean design, powerful noise-cancellation, booming sound, and a long-lasting ...

You don't need to spend an exorbitant amount of time or money on an MBA in order to get the skills you need to thrive in business. The Ultimate All-Access Business Bundle will get you up to speed with the latest tools and practices relating to finance and productivity for just $34.99.With 12 courses and 150 hours of highly-rated content, this extensive training package delivers easy-to-follow lessons that will help you understand and master investment strategies, microeconomics, the benefits of working within a team environment, and more.Even if you've never taken a finance or business course before in your life, this bundle breaks down the keys to success that have created massive amounts of wealth for a variety of successful entrepreneurs.You'll learn how to land promotions at work, solve complicated problems using advanced analytical strategies, create financial models from scratch, and much more.Get the skills you need to become a business and finance pro with the Ultimate A...

The Galaxy Note 9 is a premium flagship that you'd be a fool not to keep protected with a case. I love the Spigen Rugged Armor for its low-profile protection and the Speck Presidio Grip for its awesome quality, but there are so many great cases to choose from!Slim and ruggedSpigen Rugged ArmorStaff pickFor those who don't want to sacrifice pocket space for protection, Spigen's Rugged Armor case is a great option. This sleek, one-piece case is rugged with carbon fiber accents that look great on all phones, but especially big phones like the Note 9. It's made of rugged TPU material and features a matte finish.$12 at AmazonBest from SamsungSamsung LED View CoverSamsung offers five different case styles for the Note 9, but I'll highlight the LED View case because it's uniquely Samsung and offers the best protection with extra functionality for the Note 9 when it's closed.$65 at Amazon$83 at NeweggMost ruggedSupcase Unicorn Beetle ProThe Unicorn Beetle Pro i...

Despite a slick G Suite revamp, Slack and Teams don't seem to be under any immediate threat from Google.Google last week debuted a big revamp for G Suite, bringing a bunch of its work tools under one roof in Gmail. Billed as a "better home for work," the redesign was seen by some as an indication that Google is making a broader push to compete with Microsoft Teams and Slack. However, that may not be what's at the top of Google's mind.Craig Roth, a research vice president, and analyst for Gartner, sees Google's transformation of G Suite as less about Teams and Slack and more about staking out the next territory. "I think that they are more forward-focused on trying to get to the next place and how people want to work and releasing a set of tools that looks more like that," Roth said. "And whether Slack or Microsoft is doing that or not, it may notice that a bit, but it's not directly an attack on them."As for what that next territory is, Roth says it's all about breaking down si...

An update to the YouTube app brings Google's new music service.What you need to knowGoogle has brought YouTube Music to Android TV.The service is not a discrete app but comes as part of an update to the main YouTube app.It's not an optimal version of the app. Features like shuffle and repeat are missing, and users may not be able to access their full libraries. Google has brought YouTube Music to its Android TV platform, but it's not as straightforward as that. There isn't any discrete Android TV app as you may expect given the parties involved. Instead, YouTub Music comes as an update to the regular YouTube app. This adds an extra tab to the navigation menu where users can access the Android TV-optimized version of YouTube Music.As per Android Police, there are a few essential missing features that serve to spoil the experience. There's no background playback, no shuffle or repeat controls, no toggle between audio and video playback, no playlist management, no lyrics f...

You can get a lot of phone for a modest price these days. Motorola has been a leading name in mid-range options for years, and that holds true with its excellent Moto G Power. For an extremely competitive price, you get capable specs with a big display and simple software that anyone can figure out. Plus, it has a massive battery and convenient USB-C charging.Best Overall: Moto G PowerMotorola launched a few different Moto G phones for 2020, but the one that stands out as the best pick for most people is the Moto G Power. This is a phone that nails all the basics, has a very affordable price, and a really cool trick up its sleeve — battery life.A 5,000 mAh battery is crammed inside of the Moto G Power, meaning you can get between two and three days of use out of the phone before needing to charge it up. In a world where a lot of $1,000 flagships need to be put on the charger every night, that's darn impressive. In addition to the long endurance, the Moto G Power also shines...

Despite the decline, the smartphone user base in the country surpassed 500 million during the quarter.What you need to knowSmartphone shipments in India declined 51% YoY in the second quarter of 2020.The nationwide lockdown imposed by the Indian government to control the spread of COVID-19 led to zero smartphone shipments in the country in April. The Market share of Chinese brands fell to 72% in the second quarter from 81% in the first quarter of the year. The latest research from Counterpoint's Market Monitor service has revealed that smartphone shipments in India fell 51% year-over-year in Q2 2020 to around 18 million units. As per the market research company, the nationwide lockdown imposed by the Indian government to curb the spread of COVID-19 led to zero shipments in the month of April.Commenting on the sharp decline in smartphone shipments in India during the quarter, Prachir Singh, senior research analyst at Counterpoint Research said: The COVID-19 pandemic wi...

Today's phones and tablets are more powerful than ever, and despite more power-efficient processors, it's not uncommon to find yourself needing to charge up at times when you aren't near a wall outlet. Battery packs that are 20,000 mAh and higher are ideal for people that need a lot of juice while on-the-go, and while they may not fit into your pocket, they're necessary for keeping your devices topped up. Our top pick is the Anker PowerCore+ 26800. Here's why it's our favorite, along with seven other great alternatives.Best Overall: Anker PowerCore+ 26800At the top of our list, we have the Anker PowerCore+ 26800. This is the high-capacity power bank we think is the best choice for most people, factoring in its ports, price, build quality, and battery size.The battery in the PowerCore+ measures in at 26,800 mAh and Anker says it should be enough to charge a Galaxy S10 over six times or an iPad Mini (2019) over three times. Speaking of charging, you have access to three USB por...

If true, Google just handed antitrust investigators a petard.What you need to knowGoogle reportedly collects and uses data from rival apps to build its own competing apps and services.The company was accused of using TikTok's data when creating YouTube Shorts, a short-form video service.Amazon faced an EU investigation for similar behavior.Google has been accused of using data from apps installed on Google Play equipped phones to build its own competing services. According to a report by The Information (via MSPoweruser), this is a private Google project where all the data is stored in an "Android Lockbox."Google reportedly used this data to build a TikTok rival in YouTube Shorts. It has also analyzed data from email apps and social media apps like Facebook and Instagram. Such a move could be seen as anti-competitive, especially as the DOJ gears up to file antitrust charges against Google.When investigating Amazon for the same behavior, the EU's Commissioner in charge o...

You don't have to look far to find some of the best PS4 prices and discounts from a variety of retailers. Sony's PlayStation continues to dominate the console scene, and even as Sony and its competitors gear up for a new generation of console, the PlayStation 4 shows no signs of slowing down. It still has some of the best games of the generation, including some exclusives you can't find anywhere else. If you haven't invested in the console yet, there has never been a better time.New and better deals get released much more often than you'd expect. If you've already bought one of the consoles in the past, maybe today is the day you upgrade to a higher storage capacity or even jump up to the PlayStation 4 Pro.Best PlayStation Deals Available NowPlayStation 4: as low as $285PlayStation 4 Pro: starting at $439PlayStation VR: from $332More Info: Pricing history, which to buy & moreOur team has had an eye on the PlayStation 4 for years, and we've been tracking the best pr...