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OnePlus strives to offer flagship-level devices at more affordable prices than manufacturers like Samsung or Apple, and the OnePlus 6T is an excellent example. This powerful smartphone normally sits just under $550 in price while retaining many of the same features you'd find in a device that regularly sells for upwards of $1,000 instead. Now, thanks to a limited time sale at Woot, you can pick up an unlocked OnePlus 6T from just $279.99. That's around half off its retail price and less than a refurb model goes these days, though you only have until the end of the day (or until sold out) to take advantage of this deal.Along with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, this smartphone includes premium features such as a fingerprint sensor built-into its display and 16 + 20MP dual cameras that can take some great night shots. It's equipped with a Snapdragon 845 processor as well.While there may be a few compromises between the OnePlus 6T and a more expensive device such as the Samsung Galaxy S2...

The Mi 10 Youth Edition will have a 50x zoom camera.What you need to knowXiaomi will introduce MIUI 12 alongside the Mi 10 Youth Edition in China on April 27.While no details are available yet, we expect MIUI 12 to come with a wide range of new features and improvements. It is also expected to offer enhanced gesture controls and greater customization options.Xiaomi today announced on Weibo that it will be unveiling the Mi 10 Lite 5G variant for the Chinese market at an event on April 27. Alongside the Mi 10 "Youth Edition," the company will also launch MIUI 12 at the same event. Xiaomi's next-gen custom Android skin is likely to offer several new features and enhancements, although the company hasn't revealed any important details yet. The Mi 10 Lite was launched in Europe last month as the company's most affordable 5G-enabled phone. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset and sports a quad-camera setup on the back, featuring a 48MP main sensor. In China, ...

It's not a new game, it's not live, but it is new sports related content and we are here for it. There's no denying that Michael Jordan is one of the best players who has ever stepped foot on the basketball court, and right now you can take a look back at his incredible career through a new documentary mini series called 'The Last Dance'. The first two of the ten episodes have already aired on ESPN, and if you happened to miss them you can still tune in and watch before the next one airs.The series contains a mixture of gameplay from Jordan's time with the bulls, present day interviews, and some exclusive rare archival footage. It follows along with the story behind Jordan's departure from the team, which was due to Phil Jackson being removed as head coach despite the winning streak the team was on. Originally, the series was set to debut later this year, but thanks to the lack of sports and the troubling times we are facing right now ESPN has decided to push things up.Here's mor...

More publishers are pulling out of NVIDIA's streaming service while others double down.What you need to knowNVIDIA has published a new blog post with multiple updates regarding GeForce Now.Titles from Xbox Game Studios, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Klei Entertainment will be removed on April 24.Ubisoft, Epic Games and Bungie remain committed to the service. NVIDIA is working to bring over 1,500 more games to GeForce Now. NVIDIA has published a lengthy blog post giving users an update on what to expect over the coming months. For starters, three more publishers are pulling out of the service on April 24: Xbox Game Studios, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Klei Entertainment.These three join the ranks of multiple publishers who have pulled out over the last few months, such as Activision, 2K Games and Bethesda Softworks. It's not all removals though, with NVIDIA noting that others such as Ubisoft, Bandai Namco, Bungie and Epic Games are fully commit...

When AMC's Breaking Bad ended back in 2013, fans were upset by the idea that they would never see Walter White, Jesse Pinkman and Saul Goodman again. Thankfully though, just two years later the network debuted a new show called Better Call Saul which follows Saul Goodman in the years leading up to when he first met Walter White. The show's season 5 finale is set to premiere on Monday, April 20 and we have all the details on how you can watch Better Call Saul on TV or online from anywhere in the world.For those unaware, Better Call Saul is a prequel TV series to Breaking Bad also created by Vince Gilligan which stars Bob Odenkirk. While Breaking Bad gives us a glimpse into the third act of Saul Goodman's life, Better Call Saul covers the first two acts back when Saul was known as Jimmy McGill. The first four seasons of the series show how Jimmy McGill rose from being a public defender to working in a high end law firm. In season 5 though, he has set out on his own and assumed the role...

Chromebooks are great computers for a lot of different uses, but they are almost tailor-made for education. They're designed to perform well even with modest specs, software is hard to break, corrupt, or infect, and if a student breaks a laptop, they just need to log in on any other laptop in the school system to get back to work. There are a lot of great options to choose from, but our top pick is the ASUS Chromebook Flip C214.Best Overall: ASUS Chromebook Flip C214The ASUS Chromebook Flip C213 was one of the best Chromebooks for education for the last two years, but it was due for an update. The ASUS Chromebook Flip C214 is an update that is worth the wait. This model is slightly slimmer and lighter than its predecessor, even with a slightly bigger battery. The 11.6-inch screen is still easy to see in a wide array of angles — and even in direct 3 PM Florida sunshine — and the zinc alloy hinge allows you to rotate the screen around 360 degrees into tent or tablet mode as n...

To thank you for staying home, Google is offering 2 months of Stadia Pro for free.What you need to knowGoogle has started advertising its game streaming service on the Google Search homepage.It's now showing a banner bringing users' attention to its ongoing promo for Stadia Pro, which offers two months of Stadia Pro for free.The offer includes immediate access to nine games, including Destiny 2 and GRID.Earlier in the month, Google rolled out the free tier of its new game streaming service, Stadia. Coinciding with that announcement was a new offer from the Mountain View giant aimed at keeping you entertained as you practice social distancing: a free two month trial for the Pro subscription!And as the company brings back its "Stay Home. Save Lives" doodle aimed at encouraging social distancing, it's also using the opportunity to give a nod to the game streaming service, with a link to the ongoing offer and the tagline "Thank you for staying home. Enjoy free video games fro...

The popular card game Cards Against Humanity is now hitting the table for family game night with its new Family Edition. Originally planned for reveal on store shelves this coming fall 2020, the company now offers the game for free on its website. This move comes in light of social distancing keeping families at home during the past few weeks, and it's sure to bring some family-appropriate fun to your household unlike any version of Cards Against Humanity that's come before.This new Family Edition is intended for both kids and adults, and suitable for ages eight and up.Head to the Cards Against Humanity site now to download and print the free version of Cards Against Humanity: Family Edition. You don't have to give any information, though there is a field which lets you enter your email address so the company can contact you once the retail version is released. Once that's finished, you'll be prompted to download a PDF of the game. There are two, one with small cards and another ...

Samsung's Galaxy S10 Lite gave us an early look at what the design of the Galaxy S20 lineup would look like with the camera hump on the back and Infinity Display. The real story here, however, is that this smartphone shows that Samsung knows how to provide a flagship-level experience without breaking the bank. Even so, you'll need to keep your investment protected because this phone just looks that amazing. These are the best cases to choose from!Tested and trueSpigen Rugged ArmorStaff PickSpigen's been in the case game forever and the Rugged Armor is the de-facto choice for many. The case offers Spigen's "Air Cushion" technology, along with a slim TPU design and interior spider-web pattern for improved shock absorption. With raised edges, your Galaxy S10 Lite is sure to withstand any scratches that could potentially be caused if you didn't use the Rugged Armor.$13 at Amazon$16 at MobileFunFour different materialsCocomii Luxe ArmorThose wanting a unique cas...

There are no music events taking place right now. Musicians aren't touring, big festivals have all been cancelled or postponed, and it's kind of a big bummer. Luckily, just because you can't go out and see your favorite musician in a concert hall or stadium doesn't mean that you won't be able to still catch them perform live. The Room Service Music Festival kicks off on April 24 and is a three-day event that will be broadcasted live on YouTube.This is a benefit festival, and all of the proceeds from it go to Feeding America and Sweet Relief, so not only do you get to see some amazing music but you also get to do good for others in the process. The event is presented by Trap Nation & Chill Nation, and will actually have multiple YouTube broadcasts going on to simulate the feeling of multiple stages like when you are at a large venue.Musicians will be "performing" from home so that they can remain sheltered, distant, and safe. Razer has helped out by providing laptops and camer...

Even the Android 11 Developer Preview may be affected.What you need to knowAn apparent bug in Android 10 is causing phones to start freezing.The issue occurs when an app becomes unresponsive, leading the phone to follow suit.The problem seemingly also extends to Android 11.There may be a bug in Android 10. As Android Police reports, both its staff and several other users have noticed an issue with Pixel 4 devices, as well as offerings by OnePlus and Xiaomi, with the phone freezing up. The problem seemingly occurs when a single app freezes up, causing the entire system to become unresponsive as well.Another thing that really bothers me on the Pixel 4 XL - when an app freezes up, it oftentimes locks up the whole UI. Notifications, home gesture - everything becomes unresponsive.Sometimes the UI unfreezes when the app does, sometimes the app remains frozen.Anyone else?— Artem Russakovskii (@ArtemR) April 17, 2020When it does happen, there doesn't seem to be any way to g...

Android Central's top-ranking Chromebook reviews rankedThe best Chromebooks of 2020 can provide a top-notch computing experience, perfect for students, grandparents and anyone looking for a trouble-free laptop with long battery life. We've reviewed and rated the absolute best Chromebooks so that you can find the best value at any budget. Our buyer's guide will help you find the perfect Chrome OS laptop or tablet.Best overallLenovo Chromebook C340 (11.6")$300 at Walmart$320 at LenovoThe best Chromebook just got better.With double the USB ports and 8GB models on the horizon, Lenovo's aluminum-lidded laptop is more than a pretty face.Lenovo Chromebook C340 (11.6") Features11.6-inch 10-point IPS touchscreenAluminum lid, plastic bodyIntel Celeron N40004-8GB RAM, 32-64GB storageUp to 10-hour battery lifePretty pink or silver color optionsWhile last year's C330 skimped on ports, the Lenovo Chromebook C340 (also known as the C340-11) features a USB-A and USB-C p...

Introduced alongside the rest of the Moto G7 family, the G7 Play sports the smallest display of the group, making it much easier to handle while still giving you a lot of the same features and specs as the other devices. However, there are some of us out there who still want to keep our precious devices protected no matter what. Here are our picks for the best cases for the G7 Play.Slim and MatteSunnyw Ultra-Thin TPU CaseStaff pickSlim cases are popular since they keep the bulkiness of your already-hefty smartphone down. The Sunnyw Slim case offers a compact construction, along with raised bezels and tactile button covers for the best all-around experience.$10 at AmazonOn the hipEncased ScorpioIt's essential to have excellent protection, but a case with a holster is always a plus. The Encased Scorpio Case offers not only an easy way to have your phone handy on your hip, but the holster also sports a built-in kickstand. That allows you to prop up your Moto G7 Play ...

Leveling up your home entertainment setup just became a bit more affordable thanks to Vizio's current sale on its M-series and P-series 4K UHD Smart TVs at retailers such as Target, Walmart, and Best Buy. You could even shop these deals at warehouse clubs like Costco or Sam's Club. Options start as low as $599.99 today, giving you the opportunity to save up to $600 while supplies last.Target has the best deal on Vizio TVs right now. Though the P-Series models are the same prices there as they are at Walmart, Best Buy, and other stores, you can use a free Target RedCard to save an additional 5% off the purchase price of the TV you choose. There are two different RedCards, one which acts as a credit card and another which is a debit card. The debit option has zero fees and takes money right out of your bank account when you make a purchase, so you don't have to worry about any additional charges by using it.The most affordable model on sale today won't be found at Target. Instead, ...

Daniel and Andrew are joined by OnePlus CMO, Kyle Kiang, for a conversation about how OnePlus plans to take on the biggest phone makers in the world, including Samsung and Apple, by focusing on carriers, price, and customer experience.Listen nowSubscribe in Pocket Casts: AudioSubscribe in Spotify: AudioSubscribe in iTunes: Audio Subscribe in RSS: AudioDownload directly: AudioLinks:OnePlus 8 Pro review: A cheaper, better Galaxy S20+ | Android Central...

If you're planning to set up a smart home, you'll need the basics. First, you have to decide what smart home platform you want to adopt, with the most popular being Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit (though you could use more than one if you really wanted). Then, you need to start building it out with devices that let you control music, lights, security cameras, TVs, and more through a single smartphone app or even voice. There's so much from which to choose, but here are six must-have smart home accessories you should consider adding to your system this year.Extending AlexaAmazon Echo Dot (3rd-Gen)Staff PickEven if you have a larger Alexa-enabled speaker on the main level of your home that can hear vocal commands from all over, it's worthwhile to add a second Echo Dot somewhere for additional support. You might even want to use it on your nightstand as an alarm clock since the third-generation version adds an LED display that can show the time, outdoor te...

Facebook's new app allows Android users to watch streamers, connect with others and more.What you need to knowFacebook has released a new Facebook Gaming app for Android.The app allows users to watch streamers without having to use their computer.There's also various games you can instantly play.While the streamer scene is already fairly packed with YouTube Gaming, Twitch and Mixer, Facebook is continuing to roll out new methods for viewers to check out streamers on Facebook Gaming. The newest addition to this campaign is the Facebook Gaming app for Android, which is now available to download via the Google Play storefront.📣 Launch announcement 📣🧵1/ We know you’ve waited patiently. Well folks the day has come: we're launching FarmVille in VR! j/k, sorry, kind mobs of Twitter, don’t @ us! We're actually launching the Facebook Gaming app on Google Play. Download NOW 👉 https://t.co/6wzoSRD3Gj pic.twitter.com/5YzVxmklHm— Facebook Gaming #playaparttogether (@...

More utilityZoomFree, $20/month at ZoomProsFree plan is good for personal useGroup calls up to 300 peopleRecord and share meetingsIn-call text chatLots of tools for business/enterprise useConsMany features limited to paid versionsNot as plug-and-play as DuoZoom has quickly become the de facto service for professional video calling, and for good reason. This is one of the most robust video chatting platforms, offering features like in-call text chats, the ability to record and share Zoom calls, and support for group calls up to 300 people. You can use Zoom for personal use, but it's better-suited for businesspeople.Personal chatsGoogle DuoFree at Google DuoProsCompletely free to useSuper high-quality callsRecord and send messages to peopleVoice callingTight integration with Google Home devicesConsGroup calls limited to 12 peopleCan't invite additional people to existing group callIf Zoom is the best video calling service for pr...

Just because you've been home more often doesn't mean you have to worry about accomplishing more at home. If you could use a break, today's deal on the iRobot Roomba 675 smart robot vacuum is one to consider. This smart vacuum cleans hard floors and carpets for you, and all you have to do is schedule when it cleans using an app on your phone. At today's low price of $219.99 via Best Buy, you'll be saving $50 off its regular price of $269.99.The Roomba 675 is a great little robot vacuum. It has a 0.6 liter capacity for collecting all the dirt and hair and stuff on your floors. The robot vac uses a three-stage cleaning system that loosens, lifts, and then suctions the dirt up. It can work on hard floors and carpets and transition between them. The multi-surface brushes work together, and the auto adjusting cleaning head moves up and down in height to clean whatever surface its on.The sensors include a Patented Dirt Detector, which helps the Roomba detect where there are larger conc...

Coronavirus is everywhere, so Facebook's symptom tracker is too.What you need to knowFacebook is bringing its COVID-19 symptoms tracker worldwide after a successful U.S. trial earlier this month.The goal of the survey is to help predict hotspots before they bloom.It's also intended to guide health systems as countries move towards re-opening parts of society.The COVID-19 response has a problem that social media is uniquely positioned to help solve — a lack of data. With the public health systems of many countries being overwhelmed, knowing where a hotspot is likely to form and forming containment strategies around that is likely to be very useful to states and world governments.Facebook is putting its wealth of data and reach to help researchers build models that can predict these hotspots. It partnered with the Carnegie Mellon University Delphi Research Center to disseminate a U.S. based survey in early April: The survey — run by Carnegie Mellon University Delphi...

Getting a scratch on your screen is one of the most frustrating things about using a smartphone because nothing's "wrong" but there's now a nice eye sore. If you use your smartphone all of the time, who wants to look at an ugly scratch all day? Keep your display safe from scratches with the best screen protectors for the Moto G Power.World class glassZagg InvisibleShield Glass+Staff pickZAGG makes some of the best screen protectors in the game, and there's a good reason why many continue to go with them. The InvisibleShield Glass+ offers smooth and reinforced edges, along with ZAGG's "Ion Matrix" technology to let you continue using the screen protector even if there are chips. In the event that you shatter the Glass+, you can send it back to Zagg and get a replacement with the company's limited lifetime warranty.$25 at Best BuyKeep out prying eyesWRJ Privacy Screen ProtectorWho likes it when someone is looking over your shoulder while you're using your phon...

A new software update to fix the green tint issue will soon be rolled out.What you need to knowThe latest software update for Samsung's Galaxy S20 Ultra has been taken off the air.It is likely that Samsung decided to pull the update as it caused quite a few issues, including a green tint on the phone's display.Samsung has promised that an update to fix the green tint issue will begin rolling out "soon."Owners of the Exynos 990-powered Galaxy S20 Ultra started reporting a weird green tint on their phone's display last week, after installing the latest April 2020 update. Along with the green tint issue, the update has apparently caused a few camera quality issues and also reduced fast charging speeds for some users. As per a report from SamMobile, Samsung has now taken the latest firmware off the air for Galaxy S20 Ultra users.While the real reason behind the firmware's removal remains unclear, it is highly likely that Samsung may have taken the decision due to the widespre...

Privacy at its coreRing Video Doorbell 3$199 at AmazonProsAdjustable motion zonesDual-band 2.4Ghz/5Ghz Wi-FiPrivacy zonesNo wiring needed since it's battery-poweredConsPoor Google Assistant integrationThe Ring Video Doorbell 3 isn't a mind-blowing generational leap, but it's an important product upgrade nonetheless. With a focus on privacy, better motion detection, and improved compatibility with faster, modern Wi-Fi networks, the Ring Video Doorbell 3 is a great choice for anyone looking for a powerful battery-operated video doorbell.Affordable, dependableRing Video Doorbell 2$169 at AmazonProsMore affordableNo wiring needed since it's battery-poweredConsOnly supports 2.4GHz networksPoor Google Assistant integrationCan't customize motion detectionRing has made a name for itself over the years, and the Ring Video Doorbell 2 has been at the forefront of that. Ring's products all tap into a powerful ecosystem that's supported by Ama...

Competition makes for better products, and the Android ecosystem is more competitive than ever. The best of the best right now is the Galaxy S20+, bringing an excellent combination of hardware, display, specs, features, and cameras into a single package. If you want a new Android phone at any price range, we've done the research to separate the great from the good, and the good from the bad. This list will help you make your next purchase easier.Best Overall: Samsung Galaxy S20+Before the Galaxy S20 series came out, our top pick here was the Galaxy S10+ — and everything Samsung did this year made it an easy move to recommend the S20+. The S20+ makes improvements across the board, with a bigger display that has a super-smooth 120Hz refresh rate, a larger 4,500mAh battery, more RAM, and a new Snapdragon 865 processor. Every Galaxy S20+ is 5G capable as well, for all of the U.S. carriers, which isn't the biggest deal right now but will become more important as we push into 2021....

Smartwatches aren't just fashions accessories, they're health buddies too.What you need to knowSamsung Research India has debuted a new Hand Wash app for Galaxy Watch users.The app was built in two weeks by remote engineers from Samsung Research Institute-Bangalore.Its goal is to help users keep track of how long and how often they wash their hands amid the coronavirus pandemic.Samsung researchers have created a new "Hand Wash" app for Galaxy Watch users, intended to help users wash their hands for the recommended amount of time and form a daily routine.Samsung India explained: The "Hand Wash" app on Galaxy Watch helps users maintain hand hygiene by periodically reminding them about it and ensuring each wash is thorough for the duration of 20 seconds in line with WHO recommended best practices. The app comes with preset reminders which users can customize further based on their needs and schedule. Also, each time the user initiates the wash sequence, the 'Hand Wa...

With Woot's latest sale on Sony 4K UHD smart TVs, now's your chance to save up to 28% and set yourself up with a pretty impressive TV at a major discount. These open-box smart TVs are considered like new and said to only have distressed packaging.If you don't mind receiving your TV in packaging that's less than perfect, this could be your chance to save a few hundred dollars on an LED or OLED smart TV with features like built-in Chromecast and voice assistant functionality. Woot even includes free shipping for those who login with an Amazon Prime account; otherwise, there's a $6 shipping fee added to every order.Looking for the biggest bang for your buck? The 85-inch X850G 4K Ultra HD LED TV is now on sale for $1,899.99, saving you $400 off its retail price. Meanwhile, for those looking to pick up an OLED model today, Sony's 65-inch A8G Bravia OLED 4K UHD Smart TV is the most affordable on sale for $1,919.99. Along with built-in Google Assistant, this model features IMAX Enhanced...

Here's what LG's got cooking up for 2020.With so many phones that are released during a given year, it only makes sense for some of them to slip between the cracks. Other companies gets fiercer, prices get more competitive, and those that aren't truly amazing often get left to the wayside.Unfortunately, that seems to have been the case for LG for the last few years. The company makes solid devices, but a handful of quirks or missteps keep them from achieving true greatness.2020 is here, and this time around, we're expecting to see the LG Velvet (a successor to the G8 by a different name). Is this the year LG will finally be able to turn things around? Here's everything we know so far about the phone.Meet LG's "natural" designWhat happend to the LG G9 name?Let's talk specsDon't count on Air Motion and Hand IDA May 15 launch is possibleThe LG G8 is still worth a lookUnderdogLG G8$750 at AmazonOne of 2019's most overlooked phonesNot very impressed with what ...

The team wants to reassure all users that passwords are encrypted.What you need to knowThird-party Android apps store Aptoide has been hacked and details of over 20 million users leaked.Details included real names, email addresses, date of birth, etc.No passwords were leaked with Aptoide claiming that all passwords were encrypted and reports noting that the leaked passwords were all hashed.A notable third-party Android app store, Aptoide, has just been hacked, and details of 20 million users have been leaked. As reported by ZDNet, the details included in the leak included things like email addresses, names, device details, date of birth, etc.The full hack is larger in scope and said to include 39 million records with information belonging to users who used Aptoide between July 21, 2016, and January 28, 2018.Aptoide notified users on the hack via blog post: It has come to our knowledge that the Aptoide database may have been a victim of a hacking attack and a possibl...

OnePlus outdid itself — six months ago.The rumor mill has been operating at full speed over the past few months, trying to make sense of OnePlus's new smartphones for 2020. On April 14, they were unveiled in all of their glory in the form of the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro.Leading up to that unveiling, I called out the regular OnePlus 8 as likely being the one that you'll want to buy. However, now that the phones are official and we've learned all that there is to know about them, I'm not so sure about that anymore.Don't get me wrong, the OnePlus 8 is a fantastic device. It has some of the prettiest hardware of any smartphone currently available, Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 865 processor, and a buttery smooth 90Hz display paired with a colorful AMOLED panel — just to name a few of its highlights. All of that's great, and on its own or compared solely against the OnePlus 8 Pro, the regular OnePlus 8 is an enticing purchase.No phone exists in a bubble, though, and for th...

The Seagate Expansion 10TB external hard drive is down to $159.99 at Newegg today. This is part of Newegg's Shell Shocker deals, a collection of items temporarily on sale for low prices. This sale is actually coming from Seagate, the manufacturer, and not Newegg, so you can find the low price at a couple of other retailers like B&H and Adorama. The drive's regular street price is around $190 and sometimes goes as high as $250.Ten terabytes is just so much space for a hard drive! Don't worry about having to put it inside your computer, either, because it will sit right on your desktop. It has storage that will last you for years. You can keep all your big files on it, and you don't have to worry about adding more. Fill it up with movies, photos, music, and anything else you can think of.The drive is plug-and-play, too. Just connect it to your computer and it will automatically work. The system should recognize it and get it working for you. You won't need to install any softwa...

The phone is also rumored to lack 5G connectivity.What you need to knowIf a new leak is to be believed, the POCO F2 will launch in global markets as a rebranded version of the Redmi K30 Pro next month.The vanilla Redmi K30 had launched as the POCO X2 in India in February this year.POCO is also tipped to be working on a new budget phone featuring similar specs to the Redmi Note 9 series. POCO India General Manager C Manmohan had confirmed during a webinar last month that the POCO F2 will not be a rebranded version of the Redmi K30 Pro. However, a new leak suggests the global variant of the Redmi K30 Pro will indeed launch as the POCO F2 sometime next month.So, #POCOF2 (M2004J11G) is #RedmiK30Pro💯% for the global market without #5G, and the second model (M2003J6CI) is truly unique #POCO 😀 https://t.co/mBGmxC7b0q pic.twitter.com/CCB9IZhTD3— Xiaomishka (@xiaomishka) April 17, 2020According to Xiaomi "insider" Xiaomishka, the global variant of the Redmi K30 Pro car...

Formerly an iOS-exclusive, Sky is a wonderful game that everyone can and should play.I never got a chance to play Journey, much to my chagrin, but after experiencing the developer's latest game, Sky: Children of the Light, I'm going to seek it out. Sky has stirred something in me that I haven't felt since playing Gris: a love for beautiful artistic experiences where the focus is on appreciating and exploring the world that the creators have made.Sky: Children of the Light, recently made available on Android for free after being exclusive to iOS for nigh on a year, has left me speechless. Rather, I can only describe the impression it left me with in simple terms that begin to feel repetitive — this game is beautiful and I'm at a loss for any form of eloquence. I highly encourage everyone to try this game out. I think anyone can find something to love about it.Utterly beautifulSky: Children of the Light ...

You're probably spending way more time at home these days, so it might be the right time to upgrade that old TV you've been hanging on to. This one-day sale on the Westinghouse 55-inch 4K UHD Roku TV at Best Buy is not one to be missed if that sounds like you. The 55-inch smart TV is down to just $269.99 today only, saving you $60 off its full cost of $330. There's always the chance of this TV selling out before the sale ends too, so you shouldn't delay if you're interested.Cutting the cord becomes so much easier with a TV like this 55-inch 4K HDR Roku TV from Westinghouse. Its integrated smart features let you access all your favorite streaming services without needing a separate streaming device plugged in. Just connect it to your home's Wi-Fi network and you'll be able to download and watch Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and much more.It's even compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control if you have a device like the Echo Dot. It...

Lenovo's Smart Clock with the Google Assistant was designed to do much more than just wake you up in the morning; it can help control compatible smart home devices, stream music, check the weather, and more, and while it's normally priced at $79.99, you can snag one right now for only $39.99 on sale at Best Buy. That's the best price it has reached so far and matches the deal we saw on this product during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. That price is also available at Target and Walmart.This smart clock lets you voice control it with simple commands. Just say "Hey Google" to set customized alarms, stream music, listen to audiobooks or the radio, and more. It's equipped with a 4-inch touchscreen that can show you weather and traffic infomation for your area, album art for currently playing music, and even video feeds from compatible smart home devices you might own like the Nest Cam. It has already received a badge of Recommendation from us here at Android Central too, in part ...

The last Motorola One series phone was launched in December last year.What you need to knowMotorola will apparently release two new One series phones before the end of the second quarter.The phones are expected to be called the Motorola One Fusion and Motorola One Fusion+. Sadly, the tech specs of the two phones remain a complete mystery at this point.Motorola is slated to take the wraps off its new flagship phone at a virtual launch event later this week, expected to be called the Edge Plus. According to prolific leaker Evan Blass, however, the company is also planning to launch two new One series phones very soon.Coming from Moto, end of Q2: Motorola One Fusion (codename: Titan) and Motorola One Fusion+ (codename: Liberty).— Evan Blass (@evleaks) April 19, 2020As per Blass, the two phones will be launched as the Motorola One Fusion and Motorola Fusion Plus. Both the phones will apparently arrive at the end of the second quarter, which means they could be announced...

The phone has very little in common with the flagship Find X2 and Find X2 Pro models.What you need to knowOPPO has unveiled a new mid-range 5G phone, called the Find X2 Lite.The phone is powered by a Snapdragon 765G chipset and features a 48MP quad-camera setup on the back. It is actually a rebranded variant of the Reno 3 Youth that was launched in China earlier this year. OPPO has quietly launched (via GSMArena) a "new" 5G-enabled smartphone for global markets, dubbed the Find X2 Lite. While the phone's name suggests it is an all-new device, the Find X2 Lite is just a rebranded variant of the Reno 3 Youth that was launched in China in February this year.The Find X2 Lite is powered by a 7nm Snapdragon 765G chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB storage. Unlike the Find X2 and Find X2 Pro, the Lite model features a 6.4-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a waterdrop notch and a 60Hz refresh rate.At the rear, the Find X2 Lite is equipped with a quad-camera array featuring ...

Both the Narzo series phones will pack a large 5,000mAh battery.What you need to knowRealme will be announcing its first Narzo series smartphones in India on April 21.Realme says Narzo is a smartphone series customized for the Generation-Z.The first two phones under the new series will be called the Realme Narzo 10 and Narzo 10A. Update: Realme CEO Madhav Sheth today announced on Twitter that the company has decided to postpone the launch of the Narzo series "until further notice." While the Indian government had said last week that it would allow e-commerce firms to resume supply of non-essential items from April 20, it revised those guidelines yesterday. Supply of non-essential goods by e-commerce companies will now remain prohibited in the country until May 3.Realme announced a new smartphone series called Narzo last month, aiming to take on Xiaomi's Redmi and POCO sub-brands in India. The first Narzo series smartphones were slated to launch in the country on March 2...

We live in quite an interesting time right now, it's something that people have never really experienced before. Everyone is being ordered to stay at home, sporting events, concerts, and everything else out there is being cancelled, and sometimes you just need to find a way to escape it all. Well, if you're into music at all, you'll want to tune into the One World: Together at Home concert which has some pretty big artists all ready to give you a nice performance.The virtual event will benefit our frontline healthcare workers and the World Health Organization (WHO). Popular artists like Billie Joel, Taylor Swift, Usher, Jennifer Lopez, John Legend, Kacey Musgraves, Keith Urban, and more will all be participating. Some of them will only appear in the online live stream portion, and others will perform on broadcast TV.Be sure to check out our full guide below to see how you can tune in and watch it for free today!One World: Together at Home concert - When & whereThe One Wor...

The Google Pixel 2 XL is a big, awesome phone with a huge 6-inch screen. That screen is great for watching movies, playing games, and browsing the web, but it won't do you any good if it's completely shattered. To make sure that doesn't happen, pick up one of these tempered glass screen protectors to keep it safe for years to come.Best there isWhitestone Dome GlassStaff pickWithout a doubt, Whitestone's Dome Glass is the very best Pixel 2 XL screen protector you can buy. The installation process is a lot more involved than anything else on this list, but the quality of the protector is second to none. It costs a lot of money, but the Dome Glass will protect your Pixel 2 XL unlike anything else.$65 at Amazon$55 at Whitestone DomeA reliable choiceamFilm Screen ProtectoramFilm was one of the first brands to release a tempered glass screen protector for the Pixel 2 XL and it's continued to improve the adhesiveness and effectiveness of their product. The protector is ...

A sleeker LG than what we've seen in the past.What you need to knowLG's upcoming new Velvet debuts in its first video teaser.The teaser highlights its arc glass, raindrop camera, and natural design.The Velvet is expected to be LG's followup to the G8, debuting under a new brand.LG today showed off more of what its upcoming Velvet flagship is supposed to look like. While it's doesn't show off a lot more than the images we saw previously, it's just that the added motion and lighting help to give it a physical presence and contextualize it.Here's what it'll look like:The Velvet takes on many modern smartphone design cues. There's a colorful "3D arc design" curved glass rear panel, smooth metal sides, and even a multi-lens "raindrop" rear camera that stands out in how much it doesn't stand out compared to say the iPhone 11 Pro Max or the Galaxy S20 Ultra and its Space Zoom camera bump.LG hasn't made what you'd call fashionable phones in a while. They've been trending ...

After I put the baby to bed on Wednesday, I got in the car to drive the five miles to my local Costco. It was snowing as the sun went down, and because I was driving west I spent most of the time both staring at, and trying to avoid, the star's monstrous and comforting output.I feel like I've been doing the same thing during my work days — in turns embracing and trying to avoid the reality of this awful situation, and how it encourages a strange amalgamation of micro normalcy and macro anxiety. By now, we've all grown into this routine, whether it's merely finding a comfortable spot on the couch to spend the day typing away on a keyboard, to taking turns looking after kids or parents, to finding literally any excuse to leave the house, if only for a walk or a run. It's truly inspiring reading and hearing the stories from people who are making the best of this tough situation.As someone who has worked from home for a decade, I'm privileged to have my own office, somewhere t...

Over-ear headphones may not be as popular as they once were but they still have a place in the market. They're great for when you want the best sound quality you can get from a headphone. Portable and especially wireless (Bluetooth) headphones have exploded over the past decade and that's why the Sony WH-1000XM3 have taken our top spot as the best overall headphone you can buy right now.Best Overall: Sony WH-1000XM3No surprise here. Sony remains the king of active noise-canceling (ANC) headphones, and Bluetooth headphones in general, with the WH-1000XM3. Not only do the headphones feature class-leading ANC, but they also have just about every other feature you could want while retaining a great 30 hours of battery life on a single charge. When the WH-1000XM3 are dead, you can plug the included USB-C cable in and get a quick charge. Ten minutes of charge nets you five hours of listening time. Unfortunately, during that time you won't be able to actually use your headphones as au...

The OnePlus 8 will start at just ₹41,999 ($550) in India, with the OnePlus 8 Pro debuting at ₹54,999 ($720).What you need to knowOnePlus has officially revealed Indian pricing for the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro, with both phones going on sale in the country in May.The OnePlus 8 will be retailing at just ₹41,999 ($550), and the OnePlus 8 Pro will be available at ₹54,999 ($720). Both devices are much more affordable from their U.S. counterparts, and that should be welcome news to Indian customers. The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro launched earlier this week, but the company didn't reveal Indian pricing at the launch event. With the OnePlus 8 starting off at $699 and the OnePlus 8 Pro debuting at $899, that led to a lot of consternation from Indian customers as to how costly the devices would end up being in India.OnePlus tired to assuage fears with a tweet, and the launch of the OnePlus 8 series in China — with both devices retailing for $135 less than their U.S. equivalents — f...

It's important to keep your smartphone looking good, not only for your sake but in the event that it ends up in the hands of someone else down the road. Plus, you don't want a scratch on the screen to affect the feedback while using something like, say, an included stylus. These are the best screen protectors you can get for the Moto G Stylus!Best glass availableZAGG InvisibleShield Glass+Staff PickZAGG's InvisibleShield branding has been around for years, and for good reason as these are some of the best screen protectors on the market. The Glass+ protector has reinforced edges to prevent chipping, and with the company's Ion Matrix technology, you'll get a smooth look and feel from the glass itself.$25 at Best BuyKeep it privateJanmitta Privacy Screen ProtectorJanmitta's two-pack of privacy screen protectors makes it easy to keep away prying eyes from looking over your shoulder. Anything outside of a 45-degree angle will be unviewable, so you'll be able to ...

The Jabra Elite 65t true wireless earbuds are on sale for $99.99 at Best Buy. This sale is part of Best Buy's Deals of the Day, which means it's a temporary price. The same earbuds go for around $120 or more at most places, and that's even considered a sale at retailers like Target so you could find them going for much more on a regular day. Best Buy's sale only applies to the Titanium Black edition as the others are still going for the $120 street price.The 65t have dual microphone technology and true wireless Bluetooth stability that helps reduce audio drops. They will last up to five hours on a single charge of the battery with an extra 10 hours of battery life within the charging case itself. That means you can spend most of the day no where near a wall outlet and without a charging cable and still listen to your favorite tunes.These headphones also feature one-touch access to Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant, which can make your life so much easier when it comes to rememberi...

Best Buy's deals of the day features a selection of Disney movies in the form of 4K Blu-ray Steelbook collectors sets. The movies range in price from as little as $4.99 for the original Frozen to $14.99 for Captain America: Civil War. Many of these sets sell for around $35 to $40 on a regular basis, so you're saving a lot of money today. And it is only today as Best Buy's sales have an expiration date.If you're interested in Disney's animated films, the selection includes the entire Toy Story series, Cinderella, The Princess and the Frog, and much more. The Marvel movies on sale include Iron Man 1-3, Captain American, Captain Marvel, and oithers. Buy some for your kids or start a new collection of your favorite superheroes in 4K form.All of the Steelbook editions come with 4K Blu-rays of the movies in question. They also come with digital copies, though, so if your primary interest is in collecting your favorite films, you can keep the Blu-ray in mint condition while enjoying the...

Who knew, 5G has nothing to do with COVID-19 and is actually totally safe...The internet in recent weeks has been awash with harrowing reports of 5G conspiracy theories making the rounds. Whilst there has always been some kind of 5G skepticism lurking in less-savory parts of Facebook and Twitter, the recent COVID-19 epidemic has compounded many people's fears and pushed the narrative into the mainstream media, both in the US and across the pond in the UK.We've heard quite enough about these theories and the tragic material consequences that have unfortunately followed (workers and engineers threatened, the burning of masts, people being cut off from loved ones). Rather than give any more airtime to the nonsense, we sat down with two 5G experts to debunk these myths once and for all. Strap in.The expertsOur two heroes are Iqbal Bedi and Saul Friedner. Iqbal is the Director of Intelligens Consulting Ltd, and has worked as a digital and telecoms advisor in both the UK's public a...

Your phone needs RAM to operate, but why? And how much?You can buy a Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra with 16 GB of RAM. That's almost as much as many gaming PCs, and about 8 GB more than most phones. It has a lot of folks scratching their heads and asking why in the world does it need 16GB of RAM, and does that mean my phone with 4GB needs more?This wouldn't be the first time we've seen phones come with oodles of RAM. Vivo and OnePlus offer phones with plenty under the hood, and seeing 6 or more GB inside is becoming fairly common. Let's talk about what RAM is, how your phone uses RAM, and why a phone would have so much more of it than what's "necessary".The Galaxy S20 Ultra can have up to 16GB of RAM — but why?What is RAMRAM (Random Access Memory) is short-term digital storage. Computers (and yes, your phone is a computer) use RAM mostly to hold data that active applications — along with the CPU and operating system's kernel — are using because RAM is very fast when it come...

In this new decade, you're only going to spend yet more of your life online which means a VPN is quite important. You can try and avoid it but, honestly, it's pretty much impossible to do. It's important that you have security and privacy at the front of your mind as you traverse the online world, especially with the amount of sensitive data we out on our devices and send via the internet. If you use public Wi-Fi networks while out and about, that's even more important.Best VPN Deals Available NowExpressVPN: 49% off + 3 free monthsIPVanish: $3.25 per monthNordVPN: Up to 1 year extra freePureVPN: 7-day trial for $1PIA VPN: 2 months freeSurfshark: From 7 cents/dayMore Deals: $20 lifetime license & free optionsOdds are that you have heard of VPNs, or Virtual Private Networks, before but may not have signed up for one just yet. There are some common misconceptions about VPNs, especially that they are super expensive, but that's not at all the case — especially if yo...

Pixar animated films are some of the best movies in the world, able to entertain kids and adults alike with their heartfelt stories and unforgettable characters. Films like Up, Toy Story, and more recent fare like Inside Out have only become more renowned as the years pass, and now with Disney+ available, the entire lineup of Pixar films is available to stream at a moment's notice.Disney is striving to make Disney+ the #1 place for families to stream content this year, and with recent releases to the service like Pixar's Onward and Frozen 2, as well as upcoming movies like Artemis Fowl which is skipping theaters and going straight to Disney+ on June 12, they might just accomplish that. Additional content like Marvel movies, The Simpsons series, and National Geographic documentaries make the service tempting even for those without children at home, and luckily, the Disney+ 7-day trial lets you start streaming for free.What is Disney+ and how do I sign up?Before we get to the lis...