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Cross-platform copy and paste, RCS messaging support, and more.What you need to knowThe latest preview build of Windows is adding new exclusive Your Phone features for Samsung's latest flagships.Using Your Phone with the Galaxy S20 lineup or the Z Flip, you'll now be able to use cross-platform copy and paste, RCS enabled texting, and black out your screen to save battery.To use the new features, update your Windows PC to build 19582 and make sure you're running the latest Your Phone app on the Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, or Z Flip.In 2019, we saw Samsung and Microsoft expand their partnership, most notably with Your Phone, an app that helps you connect your Android phone to the computer. While Your Phone works with most Android phones, their partnership has brought some exclusive features to certain Samsung phones.Now, with the latest preview build of Windows 10, Microsoft announced even more Your Phone features specifically for Samsung's latest flagships. For st...

The authenticity of the images has not been verified yet.What you need to knowA few alleged images showing OnePlus brand ambassador Robert Downey Jr. holding the company's upcoming flagship phone have surfaced.The pictures were reportedly taken while the popular actor was shooting a commercial for the phone. OnePlus 8 Pro is tipped to make its global debut on April 15, alongside the vanilla OnePlus 8. OnePlus is expected to unveil its next-generation flagship smartphone lineup very soon, with some reports suggesting the launch event will be held in mid-April. While OnePlus is yet to confirm a specific launch date, new photos showing the upcoming OnePlus 8 Pro in the hands of Robert Downey Jr. have leaked online (via 9to5Google), "confirming" a vertical quad-camera array on the back of the phone. As many of you might be aware, Robert Downey Jr. is OnePlus' global brand ambassador. The pictures were presumably taken on the set of a commercial for the upcoming OnePlus 8 ...

The lack of a physical season isn't stopping the Phoenix Suns.What you need to knowDue to Coronavirus spreading, the NBA season (and many other events) have been halted.One team, Phoenix Suns, has an idea for getting around this problem.The team has announced on Twitter that it plans to play the remaining games in NBA 2K20.The games will be streamed on Twitch.The spread of COVID-19, or Coronavirus, has caused numerous cancellations all across the gaming industry and the world at large. The current NBA season was one such event that was halted as a result of trying to contain the spread. Still, one particular team, the Phoenix Suns, has a humorous way of getting around these problems.The team plans to hold remaining games in the now-suspended season in-game on NBA 2K20. These games will then be streamed on Twitch.The season isn’t over yet...We will continue to play the Suns season games on @NBA2K! Saturday’s game will be moved to tomorrow. Join us live on @Twitch as...

Wireless Bluetooth headphones have become increasingly popular over the last several years. The best wireless headphones have support for great, high-fidelity sound. That's why the Sony WH-1000XM3 is our best overall pick. It features good sound quality, long battery life, and are comfortable for long-term use — and their noise cancelation is second-to-none.Best Overall: Sony WH-1000XM3By far, the most significant feature of the XM3s is its class-leading active noise canceling (ANC). Not only does it make traveling much easier by completely drowning out things such as planes and trains; the XM3 is excellent at blocking out higher-pitched sounds as well. The ANC you get out of the XM3 is legitimate, and it sometimes feels like you're in an empty room. The ANC works seamlessly with how comfortable the headphone is. No matter your head shape or head size, the XM3 will more than likely feel super comfortable on your head and will be comfortable for hours (and we mean hours on end...

After almost two years the wait is over and we'll finally get to revisit Westworld once again when the premier of season 3 airs on HBO on Sunday March, 15th. Whether you've been following the series since it first aired on October 2nd 2016 or are just looking to see what all the hype is about, we'll show you how to watch Westworld online from anywhere in the world.Since HBO first decided to adapt Michael Chricton's 1973 film into a series, it has captured the attention of sci-fi and western fans alike with its Wild West setting populated by robot inhabitants called hosts. In the first two seasons of the show, fans were introduced to the fictional town of Sweetwater which actually serves as a theme park for the world's rich where they can live out their fantasies among the town's hosts.Without going into spoiler territory, season 3 will mark a big change for the show as we'll finally get to see how people outside the park live in what looks to be a very futuristic setting. Another...

Reveal videos, animations, and save or share stories using Lens.What you need to knowOn Sunday, The New York Times Magazine's annual Music Issue hits newsstands with Google Lens interactive content.Readers will be able to use Lens to reveal videos, animations, and even access the magazine's "25 Songs That Matter Now" playlist.Google and the New York Times have also teamed up in the past with augmented reality ads for season 3 of Stranger Things.While most people get their news browsing sites like this or their feeds online, magazines and newspapers still exist. However, one of the most frustrating things about print media is the lack of interaction. On the web, more information is as simple as a quick click or search. Web content is also much easier to share with your friends or on social media.Fortunately, publications such as the New York Times have been experimenting to make print media more interactive. To do this, it teamed up with Google to take advantage of Lens a...

The Raspberry Pi is an amazing little computer. Ultra cheap and well supported, it's perfect for all sorts of projects like running Kodi or playing games. It's also a killer little emulation station that you can play a ton of throwback-console ROMs on, and there's a custom operating system that makes doing it a lot easier than you think. Let's get RetroPie installed on your Raspberry Pi!Products used in this guideThe hardware: CanaKit Raspberry Pi 3 B+ Kit ($63 at Amazon)The controller: RetroLink USB Controller ($12 at Amazon)The app: RetroPie (Free download)The utility: Etcher (Free download)PSA about the Raspberry Pi 4The Raspberry Pi 4 is a great update to the hardware that would make playing some emulated games a lot better. A faster CPU, more and faster RAM, and faster SD card speeds are just what the doctor ordered here. Unfortunately, those hardware changes mean the Retropie image needs to be updated to support them and the developers aren't quite finished baking ...

Chatting with the AC forums.About two weeks ago, we reviewed Samsung's new Galaxy Buds+. In that review, we praised the Buds+ for their excellent battery life, good sound quality, USB-C charging, and more. In short, they're excellent earbuds.That said, the $150 asking price is not cheap and everyone has different listening preferences. As such, we decided to venture into the AC forums to see what other people think about the Buds+.Here's what some of our members had to say: durandetto 03-08-2020 10:34 PM “ Your expectations might be a little high for a set of buds in this price range. I've watched a few reviews and while they all say great things about them they do mention the lack of great sound. I don't think you'll get great bass unless you drop over $200 on a pair. Like the others have said though, a proper seal will definitely improve the sound quality. Reply ...

Your Galaxy S20 already comes with 4,000mAh battery — or 5,000mAh if you sprang for an S20 Ultra — but no matter how big your battery is, there will always be those of us who need more. If you're one of the bold, battery-burning few, these are the battery cases you can trust and buy today for Samsung's newest flagships.Easily accessibleLANYOS Battery Case$39 at AmazonAvailable for all S20 modelsThis case is a reasonably priced option for any model Galaxy S20, with a well-sculpted back and a flexible bumper that help making taking the case off a breeze,.If you want a battery case for the regular Galaxy S20, you can stop reading right now: LANYOS is the only readily available battery case available for the littlest model at this time. Luckily, this is still a pretty good option for the S20. It adds 4,800mAh, more than doubling the battery life of your phone, and it has an easy button on the back to dictate when the battery charges or stays in reserve.For the S20+ and ...

I've looked forward to these for quite a while.Those of us who follow Amazon's development of Alexa closely have been saying for some time that for it to truly succeed, the company would need to find a way to get the smart voice assistant out of the house and into the real world. Through various third-party partnerships, successes like the Echo Buds, and failures like the Fire Phone, Amazon has slowly been chipping away at this goal of creating multiple mobile form factors for Alexa. The latest attempt to be released is the Echo Frames, a Day 1 product announced alongside the Echo Buds in late fall 2019.Day 1 refers to a new category of products by Amazon that can almost be thought of as its own Kickstarter/Indiegogo platform, in that it is a pilot program for testing out new hardware that may or may not be released as a mass consumer product. The company announces the product amid much fanfare, and gauges interest based on a signup process. It then sends out invitations to order...

COVID-19 has spread to 108 countries around the world, and the coronavirus shows no signs of abating. The pandemic is proving particularly devastating in Italy, with the country seeing over 800 deaths from over 10,000 cases, second only to China. COVID-19 has effectively shut down the airline industry, with most countries screening international passengers for signs of infections.The coronavirus has had a huge impact on the tech industry, affecting the global supply chain and causing interminable product delays. Here's the latest on COVID-19 and how it's affecting the tech industry.March 13, 2020: Amazon asks all employees to work from home, Microsoft Build goes online, and sports leagues shut downMicrosoft's annual developer event will now be held online. Microsoft Build was scheduled to take place in Seattle, but with the city becoming a hotbed for the virus, Microsoft is putting the safety of the community first. Amazon is asking over 750,000 employees around the world to ...

As more companies start to make mesh Wi-Fi systems, there are more options than ever to find the set that fits your precise needs. Whether you need more coverage or higher speeds, there's a package that will work for you. The AmpliFi HD system from Ubiquiti is one of the most well-rounded mesh systems. It makes the transition easy with the coverage and features you expect in a traditional router with the added flexibility of a mesh network.Simple Setup: eero ProThis company has a reputation for creating great Wi-Fi coverage and the second-generation eero Pro is the fastest router eero has ever released. With a tri-band 802.11 AC connection, this router will be able to keep up with a fast internet connection over 500Mbps. Each eero Pro router has two Ethernet ports on the back and covers approximately 1,750 square feet.Eero is known for its simplicity, which can make it a breeze to set up and a great choice for someone that's not too tech-savvy. That being said, it won't hav...

The first-generation Momentum True Wireless earbuds are now available for $200.What you need to knowSennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 earbuds are a follow-up to the company's first true wireless earbuds.The new version adds active noise cancellation (ANC) and also comes with improved battery life. Despite the upgrades, the new Momentum True Wireless 2 carries the same $300 price tag as the original Momentum True Wireless. Sennheiser launched its first true wireless earbuds in late 2018, offering fantastic audio quality and a durable design. Like most true wireless earbuds, however, Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless aren't perfect. The company has now launched (via The Verge) an updated version of the true wireless earbuds, called Momentum True Wireless 2.Sennheiser's second true wireless earbuds come with active noise cancellation (ANC), which means you enjoy "incredible high-fidelity sound" even when you are in a noisy environment. The earbuds come with a Transparent...

Samsung chose to stick with the same fingerprint in the Galaxy S20 as its predecessor, which isn't a great. The ultrasonic in-display sensor is slow and inconsistent compared to the competition, which can be frustrating. But you can do a few different things to help make the best of the situation.Get a screen protector that won't mess with the fingerprint sensorOne of the things we've had to learn in the transition to in-display fingerprint sensors is being a bit more cautious of what screen protectors we choose to use. While most screen protector makers have figured out how to keep from interfering with in-display sensors, it isn't a given — but we know for certain these work.Whitestone Dome Glass (2-Pack)Glass screen protectors can be more finicky with the Galaxy S20 because of the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, but the UV curing system Whitestone uses is one we know works. It's expensive, to be sure, but it also holds really well to the phone and lasts a long time....

Worried about a family member making unauthorized purchases? Maybe you don't want your children playing rated M games? You're not alone. A quick way to mitigate this is to set up a system restrictions passcode on PS4. This is different from two-factor authentication and prevents anyone from tampering with the parental control settings. And when you want to keep someone out of your account, you can set up a quick login passcode so that only you can login to the family manager's local user.How to set a system restriction passcodeGo to Settings.Select Parental Controls/Family Management.Select PS4 System Restrictions.Enter the system restriction passcode (defaults to 0000 if you haven't set one up yet).Select Change System Restriction Passcode.Following the prompts on screen using the corresponding buttons. Enter the new passcode you'd like to use.Reenter the passcode you've selected. How to set a login passcodeGo to Settings.Select Login Settings.Select Lo...

The Illithid are back and they are ready to conquer all of the Forgotten Realms.When you think of truly iconic Dungeons and Dragons videogames the first name that will always come to mind is Baldur's Gate. There are others — Neverwinter Nights comes to mind — but none of them hold the hallowed place in people's hearts like the Baldur's Gate series.It's taken a long time, but Wizards of the Coast, the owners of D&D, have finally agreed to allow a company to get its hands on the rights to the franchise. Larian Studios — the creators of the hugely popular Divinity: Original Sin series — has been given the reigns, and asked to create a true successor to the RPG we all know and love.What is Baldur's Gate 3?Baldur's Gate 3 story, gameplay and featuresIs Baldur's Gate 3 a sequel?What edition is Baldur's Gate 3?Will Baldur's Gate 3 be on PS4?Will Baldur's Gate 3 havemultiplayer?Baldur's Gate 3 release dateLarian's finestDivinity: Original Sin II Definitive Edi...

The update is currently rolling out only to a small number of users.What you need to knowSamsung has started rolling out the Android 10-based One UI 2.0 update for the Galaxy A70s.In addition to the new Android 10 and One UI 2.0 features, the update brings the February 2020 Android security patch as well. Samsung has also started pushing the Android 10 update for the Galaxy A70.Samsung began rolling out the Android 10-based One UI 2.0 update for the Galaxy A50s and Galaxy A30 phones last month. The company is now pushing (via SamMobile) the Android 10 update for two more A-series smartphones – Galaxy A70 and Galaxy A70s.The update for the Galaxy A70 is arriving as version A705FNXXU5BTC2 and includes the February 2020 security patch. Currently, the update is only being rolled out in Ukraine. In the coming weeks, however, we expect the update to become available for Galaxy A70 users in other markets as well.The One UI 2.0 update for the Galaxy A70s, on the other hand, a...

Play ball — just about any way you want to play it.These are unusual times. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Major League Baseball decided to suspend spring training and delay the start of its regular season, meaning the only kind of big league ball being played for the foreseeable future is of the video game variety. Happily, MLB The Show 20 has arrived for PlayStation 4, making incremental but real additions on top of what was already a very solid foundation. The timing couldn't be better, not just because of the delay of actual baseball, but also since it's the end of an era: The Show will no longer be a PlayStation exclusive come 2021.Much of what makes MLB The Show 20 a delight is in the sheer number of ways it approaches baseball. There are solid options if you want to compete online or you're the type who prefers to build a team through years of franchise play. More importantly, not much is siloed off, as just about anything you really enjoy can be found in all of th...

Underlying Motion Sense is a radar system called Soli.What you need to knowGoogle's AI team this week took to blogging about how they implemented Motion Sense in the Pixel 4.The technology underpinning the feature is called Soli, a short-range radar sensor.In addition, Google used the power of AI and machine learning to allow the phone to understand a user's gestures and movements.One of the Pixel 4's most exciting innovations is Motion Sense, which allows you to interact with the phone using only hand gestures, all without touching the phone at all. Google's AI blog this week documented the technologies and processes its engineers used to bring the feature to market.As the company's Jaime Lien and Nicholas Gillian explain, powering Motion Sense is a short-range radar sensing system that Google calls Soli. And while radar itself has existed in some form for more than a century, what makes the Pixel 4 unique is that it's the only example of such a system being integrated i...

Working from home can be great, assuming you approach it the right way. Whether your new job is 100% remote or your company is shifting to remote work as a temporary thing, having a good office desk is essential to staying productive and having an enjoyable workday. If you're shopping for a new desk, there are a plethora of excellent ones out there that are selling for shockingly low prices. Here are a few of our favorites!Our favoriteFURINNO Econ Multipurpose DeskStaff PickWe're happy to recommend any of the desks on this list, but if we were to pick one as the best overall, it'd have to be the FURINNO Econ Multipurpose Desk. We'll mention FURINNO a few times today, but the Econ desk stands out for a few reasons. It's offered in a ton of different finishes, there's a slide-out drawer for your keyboard, and the various platforms/surfaces give you ample ways to organize your gear. We also love the included cubby on the bottom!From $45 at AmazonKeep it simpleSHW H...

Working from home is a balance that's not easy for everyone to master. Finding the right groove and workflow that makes sense for you is the most important thing you can do to ensure you stay as productive as possible — one of the biggest components of this being your desk. You could just plop your laptop on your home office desk and call it a day, but if you want to get the most out of your workday, there are a few essential desk accessories that we think are worth investing in.Office hubGoogle Nest HubStaff PickI've been working from home for a few years, and during that time, the Google Nest Hub has quickly become a staple of my desk. I have it placed right below my iMac, giving me a second screen that I can use for looking at calendar appointments, the weather, music playback controls, and even playing the news for background noise. With the Google Assistant built-in, you can ask virtually any question or give any command and have the Nest Hub be ready to help in th...

The Seven Deadly Sins are really pretty OK, once you get to know them.If there's an upper limit to the appetite for mobile games based on popular manga and anime properties, we haven't hit it yet. The latest example is The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, Netmarble's RPG that takes the story of a group of notorious and treasonous knights and quickly turns it on its head. The game doesn't subvert expectations quite as much in terms of its mechanics, but it's fair to say that there are just enough interesting facets to combat that it isn't a completely paint-by-numbers gacha-based mobile RPG — and the fact that it's visually gorgeous doesn't hurt either.It's also free to play, meaning there's no reason not to download The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross and give it a try. And if you need some help getting your bearings once you do, you're in luck: This very article contains the best tips and tricks to get started and make sure the Holy Knights regret the day they ever crossed your ...

The new "Explore" tab includes landing pages for different types of content.What you need to knowThe 'Trending' tab in the YouTube mobile app is being replaced by 'Explore.'The new tab has everything the 'Trending' tab did, plus links to destination pages for various categories of videos.These include Gaming, Music, Fashion & Beauty, and more.Google is making a slight change to the YouTube mobile app. A new 'Explore' tab will be taking the place of the 'Trending' tab. The redesign is a result of experiments the company has been trying since 2018. The blog post announcing the change explains it as follows: With Explore, you not only have access to Trending videos, but also to destination pages for some popular content categories like Gaming, Music, Fashion & Beauty, Learning and more – all from one place.Unfortunately, it doesn't seem like users will be able to create their own destination pages, so you'll only get to choose from a list of pre-made options...

The company has looked at Facebook and Johnson & Johnson as potential partners.What you need to knowStartup Magic Leap is looking to partner with other companies, exploring options up to an acquisition.The company has been looking at interested parties like Facebook and Johnson & Johnson.Facebook has reportedly shown little interest due to its own Oculus business and occupation with the coronavirus pandemic. AR startup Magic Leap is looking at a few options, including partnering with another company or selling a large stake in its business.According to Bloomberg who broke the story this week: Magic Leap, which counts Alphabet Inc.'s Google and Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. among its largest investors, is gauging potential interest from large tech companies including Facebook Inc. and medical giant Johnson & Johnson, the people said. An initial meeting between Facebook and Magic Leap never progressed to deal talks, according to a person familiar with the ...

A real Ultra.Galaxy S20+ reviewWhere does the Plus fit?A pefect displayA Samsung legacyThe fingerprint sensorThe camerasIncredible battery lifeTypical Samsung softwareShould you buy it?The other S20sGalaxy S20 reviewGalaxy S20 Ultra reviewIf the Galaxy S20 Ultra is too much of a good thing, the Galaxy S20+ is just the right amount of goodness. Or greatness. It's the best phone I've used in a long time, and will hopefully get better with a few camera-tweaking updates sure to come in the next few months.It also surprised me — I've had access to all three Galaxy S20 phones for nearly two weeks now, and where I thought I'd immediately gravitate to the inimitable camera of the S20 Ultra, or the perfect-in-the-hand size of the Galaxy S20, it's the Goldilocks-just-right middle ground of the S20+ that I think will appeal to most people this year.Let's get into it.A message from this review's sponsor, IncipioIncipio is offering a new case for eco-cons...

G Suite boss Javier Soltero also suggested the company is looking at better integration between apps for the future.What you need to knowG Suite now has over 2 billion active monthly users, the GM and VP of G Suite revealed this week.Bringing smart compose to other apps beyond just Gmail and Docs is one of the ways the company is looking to improve its productivity suite.It's also looking at improving integration between the different apps.No longer is G Suite a fledgling underdog to Microsoft Office. As Google GM and VP of G Suite, Javier Soltero, revealed in an interview with Axios this week, Google's productivity suite just crossed a significant milestone: 2 billion active monthly users.And while Soltero, who previously occupied the top Office job at Microsoft, refused to break down those numbers further between paid and free users, back in 2019 at least, as many as 5 million businesses were paying for G Suite. In comparison, Microsoft's Office 365 service, on the othe...

Verizon solidifies its mmWave 5G lead in the latest FCC spectrum auction.What you need to knowVerizon bought the most 5G mmWave spectrum ever, spending over $1.6 billion for 4,960 licenses.AT&T came in second with 3,267 licenses, while T-Mobile is in third with 2,384.This auction is the largest auction the FCC has ever held, both monetarily and in measured spectrum licensed.In a move that's both surprising and expected at the same time, Verizon has just bought up a metric ton of millimeter-wave 5G spectrum from the FCC in Auction 103, as noted by Light Reading. Verizon spend over $1.6 billion to purchase 4,960 licenses from the FCC to bolster their already impressive 5G network, which is built upon the same mmWave spectrum technology in this auction. In fact, Verizon purchased 50% more spectrum than AT&T, which was the next-highest bidder at $1.186 billion for 3,267 licenses. T-Mobile took third place with 2,384 licenses purchased. In total, Auction 103 covered the ...

Deeper and deeper into The Oldest House.What you need to knowControl is the latest game from Remedy Entertainment.It launched in 2019 to quite a bit of critical success.A free DLC, Expeditions, was released in December 2019.The first paid Expansion, The Foundation, is now coming on March 26.Today, Remedy shared some exciting news. The first paid expansion for Control is on the way! The Foundation is the first major paid expansion for Control, taking Jesse further, deeper and deeper underneath the Bureau. Remedy has previously stated that with this expansion, players should "Expect things to get weird."pic.twitter.com/7hw0DQkByt— Control (@ControlRemedy) March 12, 2020According to this brief teaser, The Foundation will be available on March 26. If you don't currently own Control, you can try it out on PlayStation Now, as the full game has been added to the PlayStation Now service for a few months. After this, there's one more expansion planned according to the conte...

Never go over your monthly data allowance ever again.We all like using our phones, but as you continue to run apps, games, websites, etc., it doesn't take long to eat up your mobile data. I think we can all agree that this is something we generally are not a fan of.You may not think you use that much data during the month, but if you aren't paying close attention to how you're using your phone and how long you're on it, it can go by quicker than you'd expect. Thankfully, there are built-in tools in Android to help you cut back on your data usage and prevent you from going over what your monthly phone plan allows for.In this guide, we're going to be explaining those tools and how you can put them to work for you right now. Ready to get started? Let's go!How to use less mobile data on your phoneThere are two main features we're going to be covering in this article, and the first is a feature on your Android phone called "Data Saver." Data Saver was first introduced all the wa...

Smartphones are slowly but surely getting rid of the 3.5mm audio jack from smartphones and tablets, so users are turning to wireless as the next viable option. The Jabra Elite 75t are currently the best overall true wireless earbuds you can buy. They feature solid sound, long battery life, and they're incredibly comfortable and portable.Best Overall: Jabra Elite 75tThe Jabra Elite 75t features a very bass-heavy sound out of the box, which is surprising. The bass is boosted quite a bit to the point where some may dislike the bass overall. For bass heads, this will be the earbud for you. Fortunately, you can adjust the Elite 75t's sound signature with its smartphone companion app.Battery life is excellent here as well with up to 7.5 hours of listening on a single charge. The included charging case gets you roughly 20 additional hours of listening, totaling around 28 hours of listening time with the charging case. Unfortunately, they still don't feature wireless charging for the...

You spend all day with your phone, setting it down on tables, chairs, public benches, bathroom counters, and even more unsightly places. Then there's the more visible grime that gets on or in your phone from dropping it in the dog park, leaving it in your sweaty jean pockets, or letting your child pour Cheerio dust all over it. Phones get dirty easily, but thankfully getting them clean again can be easy, too, if you know what to use.Products used in this guideAll the nooks and crannies: DanziX Phone Cleaning Kit ($7 at Amazon)Safe on screens: Zeiss Mobile Screen Wipes ($11 at Amazon)Overboard but efficient: PhoneSoap 3 ($80 at Amazon)What NOT to use when cleaning your phoneLysol or Clorox wipes might seem like an easy way to clean grime off a phone, but fight this instinct with every phone-loving fiber of your being. Bleach, vinegar, alcohol, and most harsh disinfectant chemicals can clean the sides and back of an Android phone or iPhone, but those chemicals need to sta...

A Raspberry Pi is a sensitive electronic device. We tend to forget that when we're making it do all sorts of tasks or even just making lights blink, but it's a computer and subject to the same dangers as any other. Putting it inside a case is a must! Here are a few of the top recommended cases to put your Raspberry Pi 3 B+ in to keep things from shorting out.Active coolingMiuzei Rapsberry Pi 3 Model B+ CaseStaff pickYour Raspberry Pi can get hot when you're playing games or streaming HD video. This case from Miuzei was built to keep things cool, even if you've put your entire setup under the TV or inside a media cabinet.$16 at AmazonHeat SinkFlirc Raspberry Pi CaseThe Flirc Raspberry Pi case not only looks good but is a great heatsink. Built from solid aluminum with its thermal pad integrated, this case is an excellent supplemental cooling solution.$12 at AmazonCrystal clearKuGi PC protective caseIf you want an inexpensive option that still protects your...

Eero Secure is honestly a pretty great service. Offered by Amazon to owners of its eero mesh networking hardware, it provides users with greater control over their network, along with myriad tools for keeping both devices and users safe. Whichever plan you choose to subscribe to — eero Secure or eero Secure+ — the setup process is the same.Recommended eero ProductsTo get you started: eero Mesh WiFi 3-pack ($249 at Amazon)For a bit more 'oomph': eero Pro Mesh WiFi System ($199 at Amazon)How to set up eero SecureBefore you get startedMake sure eero isn't in Bridge modeRegister your eero Secure subscriptionSign up for eero Secure + partnered apps (optional)A few final notes on eero SecureBefore you get startedIn order to use eero Secure, you'll need a few things. First, make sure you've configured your eero account and set up at least one eero gateway device. You'll need the eero app to do this, since it functions as the control panel for your entire mesh netw...

If you're unsure what kinds of credit card offers are out there right now for a limited time, we're bringing them under one roof. Credit card companies are constantly changing promotional welcome offers that give new cardholders extra cash back, points, or miles. The offers can run for months or weeks, and missing one can cost you potentially hundreds of dollars in rewards. In order to help you grab the best offers possible, we've assembled some of the best limited-time credit card offers on the market right now.Best credit card offers right nowMarriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card: 100,000 bonus pointsSouthwest Rapid Rewards® Performance Business Credit Card: 100,000 bonus pointsIHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card: 140,000 bonus pointsCredit card companies typically offer potential customers some type of introductory offer to entice them to apply and award them for being approved. These offers vary in value and length of time that the promotion is avai...

New phones and monthly data plans are incredibly expensive lately, with many service plans costing over $70/month and phones like the new Samsung Galaxy S20 starting at nearly $1,000. The big carriers offer ways to break the price into more digestible monthly fees, but they still entail expensive data plans. Now, Visible is selling the Galaxy S20 and S20+ with an affordable plan that majorly undercuts major carriers.Visible is offering the Samsung Galaxy S20 starting from $41/month with 0% APR, letting you break up the cost of the phone over 24 months instead of paying a huge lump sum. The Galaxy S20 Plus is also available for $49/month, and the Galaxy S20 Ultra is set to go on sale later in March.The monthly installment plan isn't the only way Visible is making it easier to get the Galaxy S20 devices. You'll also get a $200 Samsung gift credit if you're switching to Visible and porting in your phone number. That gift credit will be good at Samsung.com, where you can buy accessor...

Playing your PlayStation 4 on the go can be a tricky and cumbersome experience, but it doesn't have to be thanks to the portable monitors. While it won't be portable in a handheld sense, you can make it far more comfortable to not only pack up and travel with your PS4 but also play it anywhere you can find a power outlet. We've highlighted these monitors based on some factors including portability, ease of use, and resolution.Big and LightLepow 15.6 portable monitorStaff pickWant a bigger screen without breaking your back to carry it? This 15.6-inch, 1920x1080, Full HD, IPS monitor weighs in at under 2 pounds — 1.76 to be precise. Thanks to the included screen cover-stand, you have one and a half fewer things to worry about when packing.$185 at AmazonMulti-compatibleKenowaThis Kenowa portable monitor is 15.6 inches and has a resolution of 1920x1080. It also has a dual HDMI input, headphone port, and built-in speaker. You can power this device through the USB por...

May even offer buyback programs for older devices.What you need to knowThe EU plans to introduce new "right to repair" rules for phones, tablets, and laptops by 2021.It is part of a greater initiative to cut down on e-waste and achieve climate neutrality by 2050.Manufacturers will also be offered incentives to produce products more sustainably as part of the greater Circular Economy Action Plan.The EU has been in the news a lot lately with its plans to introduce new policies to cut down on e-waste. In January, we learned of its plans to require phone manufacturers to use one standard port and cable for charging. This would allow consumers to use the same cable and charger for longer and lead to fewer of them ending up in the landfill.And in February, we reported about how the EU was working on a proposal to make it easier to get your smartphone battery replaced. The battery is often the first component in a phone to degrade, and one of the biggest reasons people upgrade. ...

Your phone is the grossest thing you own.What you need to knowSamsung will be offering free phone sanitizing services in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.It will clean Galaxy devices from phones down to Galaxy Buds.The service is rolling out in 19 markets and plans to expand to other countries later down the line. As the coronavirus pandemic spreads across the globe, companies are helping stop the spread by restricting travel and encouraging working from home. In all cases, an emphasis has been placed on personal hygiene to minimize the speed of transmission.Samsung, in particular, is encouraging users to clean their phones by offering free Galaxy Sanizitzing services in select regions.SamMobile reports: The Galaxy Sanitizing Service is being offered for free through official Samsung Service Center and Samsung Experience Stores in select countries currently and the service is being expanded continuously. It simply sanitizes the phone with UV-C light, no harsh cl...

Working from home can be a daunting thing if you've never done it before, but truth be told, it doesn't have to be. In fact, as someone that's been working from home for a few years, it's pretty darn great. However, that does come with a big caveat — you need the right gear. Specifically, you need to invest in an ergonomic chair, keyboard, and mouse. That might seem like overkill, but trying to work from a dining room chair and using the cheapest mouse from Walmart will put endless strain on your body. To prevent that from happening, here's the gear we recommend picking up.ChairsBest for mostSmugdesk Ergonomic Mesh ChairStaff PickWhen it comes to the best overall ergonomic office chair, the Smugdesk Ergonomic Mesh Chair is hard to argue with. There's a lot on offer here, so let's dive right in. Right off the bat, Smugdesk offers full lumbar support to make sure you're comfy at all times. The waist pillow can significantly reduce spine fatigue, the armrests are adjusta...

Whether you're leery of Google's data collection practices, fed up with Nest WiFi's lack of advanced functionality, or simply browsing the market for something better, we've rounded up some of the best alternatives to what Google has to offer. Check them out below — there should be something for everyone!Best overalleero ProStaff pickThe eero Pro offers incredible speed, consistency, and range, outperforming Nest WiFi in a lot of areas. Plus, with Eero Secure, you gain access to a ton of advanced security features, and the option for a password manager, premium antivirus, and VPN — all at a reasonable price point.$299 at AmazonPremium and powerfulNetgear Orbi 6Netgear has been in the home networking game for a long time, and it shows. Its recently-released Orbi 6 system is extremely powerful, bundling support for Wi-Fi 6 with a tri-band wireless signal that provides up to a maximum of 6 Gbps. The main drawback is that this serious performance comes with ...

By preventing manufacturers from using both Android and forked versions of Android.What you need to knowBy licensing Android, a company agrees not to manufacture another device running a fork of Android, or it will lose access to Google apps and the Play Store.That prevents companies from producing TVs running both Android TV and a fork such as Amazon's Fire TV OS.The policy also extends to other products, stopping companies like LG and Samsung from using Fire TV OS on TVs or else they could lose access to the Play Store and Google apps on smartphones.When a company licenses Android from Google for a smartphone, it does so with specific stipulations. One of the requirements being that it bars you from producing devices with a forked version of Android. If you do, then you take the risk of losing access to Google apps, including the Play Store.That's a pretty big incentive to not make a phone or other device running a forked version of Android. As we've seen with the whole...

Prepare for Hell on Earth.What you need to knowDoom Eternal has a new launch trailer, showing more glimpses of what players will be fighting through.The trailer also shows an absolutely massive new monster. Doom Eternal is scheduled to release on March 20 for most platforms except Nintendo Switch.Doom Eternal is almost here. Ahead of its release, Bethesda has released one last new look at the game through a launch trailer, which gives us a glimpse at some really, really big foes. You can check out the Doom Eternal launch trailer below.Doom Eternal is bringing tons of new features for players to enjoy, such as the ability to customize the look of the Slayer in the campaign. You can even grab a unicorn-themed skin from a Twitch Prime promotion.If you'd like to learn more about Doom Eternal, our senior staff editor Carli Velocci got a chance to play a few hours of the game at a preview event. You can check out her thoughts right here. There's also some new gameplay in ...

Only four Samsung Galaxy phones run UI 2.1 currently.What you need to knowA Samsung Community moderator has "confirmed" that the One UI 2.1 update will be rolled out for the company's older flagship phones.Samsung flagship phones confirmed to receive the One UI 2.1 update include the Galaxy S10 & Note 10 series as well as the Galaxy S9 and Note 9. There is no word yet on when the One UI 2.1 update will begin rolling out. Samsung introduced the latest iteration of its custom Android skin with the Galaxy S20 series and the Galaxy Z Flip last month. Unlike One UI 2.0, however, One UI 2.0 is only a minor upgrade. A moderator on the Korean Samsung Community forum (via SamMobile) has now confirmed that Samsung plans to release the One UI 2.1 update to some of its older flagship models this year.According to the moderator, the One UI 2.1 update will be rolled out for the Galaxy S10 series, Galaxy Note 10 series, Galaxy S9 series, and the Galaxy Note 9. Just like the One UI 2...

Best answer: As many as you need. There's no hard limit to the number of Beacons an eero router can support. That said, eero recommends taking your home's size, the number of rooms/floors, and other potential sources of interference into account when figuring out how many Beacons to install, as after a certain point you'll likely see diminishing returns.Build your eero Network: eero Mesh WiFi 3-Pack ($249 at Amazon)Get more Beacons: eero Beacon Mesh WiFi Range Extender ($149 at Amazon)Powered ethernet: TP-Link AV600 Powerline Ethernet Adapter($33 at Amazon)Within reason, you can add as many eero beacons as you needeero built its mesh network for flexibility and expandability. That means you're free to configure, install, and expand it in whatever way you see fit. It also means that as long as you have at least one eero Mesh Router, you can add as many new devices as you want. That applies to all eeros, not just Beacons.There are some caveats here, mind you. For best resul...

If you reside in the UK and have been waiting for Disney Plus to become officially available, the wait is nearly over. Starting March 24 customers across the UK, Italy, Spain, and more will have access to all the content, and signing up before then scores you a nice extra discount on the annual subscription. Normally, Disney would charge £59.99 for the yearly subscription, but right now you can save £10 on that price, making it just £49.99 for 12 months.This breaks down to just £4.17 per month, which is around the same price as a single cup of coffee. The offer is available through the end of March 23, and if you sign up on March 24 you'll be stuck paying the full £59.99 price. Given the recent Coronavirus concerns, odds are that you'll be spending much more time indoors, whether you planned for it or not. Streaming services like Disney Plus are a great way to help pass that time.Disney PlusSign up for £49.99 at Disney PlusSign up to get access to all of Disney's gre...

None of this is surprising, but it's incredibly disappointing.What you need to knowThe Last of Us Part II was delayed from February to May.Naughty Dog is infamous for its terrible crunch culture.A new report details the crunch going on to finish The Last of Us Part II.Crunch is ubiquitous in the games industry. Nearly all developers undergo crunch in some form to get their games finished on time, but some are worse than others. A new report from Kotaku sheds light on the disturbing crunch culture within The Last of Us Part II developer Naughty Dog.The studio's affinity for crunch is no secret. Past and present employees, speaking under anonymity, have told horror stories about what it was like to work under the pressure of crunch at Naughty Dog. Though management can say crunch is never mandated and all employees have a choice of working longer hours, the culture and peer pressure essentially forces their hands."You feel obligated to be there later, because everyone els...

A new 3-tier pricing plan, friendlier smartphone app, and VR cloud gaming on the Oculus Quest.What you need to knowShadow is adding two new pricing tiers to its cloud gaming service; one more affordable, one more powerful.10 additional states are supported, making Shadow available in all 48 contiguous states in the U.S.Oculus Quest owners can sign up for the Shadow VR beta, which brings PC VR cloud gaming to the Quest.Shadow is revamping its cloud gaming offerings with a brand new 3-tier pricing plan, brand new smartphone apps with fast launching for your favorite games, and the ability to stream PC VR games straight to your Oculus Quest. The new 3-tier pricing plan includes a more affordable pricing plan that's half the price of the original, as well as an "infinite" tier plan that offers a significantly more powerful gaming experience. Both the existing "ultra" plan and the new, more expensive "Infinite" plan include the ability to utilize NVIDIA's RTX ray tracing on new ...

Best answer: The Eero mesh router and eero Pro each have two auto-detecting Ethernet ports. When one of these is hooked up to a modem or other connection source, the second can be used to connect another device to the Internet. The eero Beacon is exclusively a mesh network extender, and as such has no Ethernet ports.The standard for mesh networking: eero Mesh WiFi 3-Pack ($249 at Amazon)Tri-band power: eero Pro ($199 at Amazon)Easy expansion: eero Beacon ($149 at Amazon)Most eeros have two Ethernet portsEven with a top-notch wireless mesh network, sometimes it's better to do things the old-fashioned way. For high-intensity stuff like PC gaming, even the best Wi-Fi might not provide the necessary speed or stability. Eero's devices allow you to have the best of both worlds, which is one of the reasons why they topped our list of best mesh networks.Both the eero mesh router and eero Pro feature a pair of auto-detecting Ethernet ports on their back and include a CAT6 Ethernet...

It may sound crazy, but toilet paper inventory is at an extreme low at retailers across the United States. As the Coronavirus continues to spread and the fear continues to grow, people are starting to stock up on more and more everyday essentials. Normally, you'd be able to walk into just about any store out there and buy some toilet paper, but right now the shelves at many retailers are totally empty, and even online you have to be in the right place at the right time to get some.There's no guidance right now that loading up on toilet paper is recommended, that doesn't appear to be stopping anyone from buying it in large quantities. The Coronavirus is impacting just about every part of our daily life, from supplies and essentials to tech, and even the gaming industry right now.Toilet paper is something that most people can't live without, and not everyone has time to drive around to a hundred different stores in hopes of finding some. We've taken the time to round up all the ret...

Let's chat with the AC forums.The debate of glass vs. plastic smartphones is one that we've had a lot over the years. Plastic isn't as premium but is cheaper and more durable, whereas glass has a more luxury feel but is prone to easily breaking.It's a debate that'll likely continue for the foreseeable future, and every now and then, it becomes a more heated topic.Recently, someone in our AC forums shared a picture of their Note 10 with a shattered back and brought up the point of glass being too fragile. As you might expect, that resulted in a lot of opinions from other forum members. egood71 03-10-2020 12:03 PM “ Need to start making these phones out of titanium. Reply B. Diddy 03-10-2020 12:05 PM “ But then no wireless charging. Phone manufacturers just have to get off their high horses and...