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The Galaxy Note 10+ packs power, precision, and productivity into a large but manageable size. While its shiny new gradient backs beg to be shown off, this is an expensive phone with a glass back and front, so having a case is a non-negotiable requirement here. Cases are readily available from some of our favorite brands, so rest assured you can protect your new powerhouse in style.Ruggedly handsomeRingke Fusion-XStaff pickThis durable clear case has some robust bumper protection and a couple of fun color options, including a translucent camo option that looks fierce.From $9 at Amazon$10 at eBayThin but grippySpigen Liquid Air ArmorThis is the better version of the Spigen Rugged Armor: a slimmer case that's easier to hang onto thanks to its diamond texture back. Take this upgrade!$11 at Amazon$12 at eBayTexas toughArmadillotek Vanguard SeriesWith a dust flap to protect that USB-C port and a sturdy kickstand, this Texan-born case can go the distance. Ne...

Honor's latest phones feature top-tier cameras and 5G connectivity, but there's no Play Store.What you need to knowHonor has unveiled three phones in the Honor 30 series: the Honor 30, Honor 30 Pro, and Honor 30 Pro+.The Honor 30 Pro+ is the most interesting of the lot, featuring two 50MP cameras and 50x hybrid zoom. Like Huawei's P40 series, Honor's latest devices miss out on Google Mobile Services. Honor hasn't faced the same amount of scrutiny as Huawei, but it was hit with the same restrictions from the U.S. Entity List, preventing the brand from using Google Mobile Services on its phones. After a forgettable 2019, the brand has launched its latest flagships in the Honor 30 series.There are three phones at launch: the Honor 30, Honor 30 Pro, and the Honor 30 Pro+. If that naming sounds familiar, it's because that's the same lineup that Huawei used for the P40 series. And the similarities extend to beyond the similar names.The Honor 30 Pro+ features a curved 6.58-inc...

Time to chat it up with the AC forums.Yesterday was a big day for OnePlus. During a live-streamed launch event, the company officially unveiled the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro.The regular OnePlus 8 is a pretty subtle upgrade from the OnePlus 7T, offering the same 90Hz AMOLED display, a familiar triple rear camera setup, and Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 865 processor. The OnePlus 8 Pro is easily the more interesting of the two phones, as it's the first OnePlus phone to come with wireless charging, a 120Hz AMOLED screen, and offers an official IP68 dust/water resistance rating.There's no doubt these are both impressive phones, but with starting price tags of $699 and $899, respectively, is anyone actually interested in buying them? Here's what some of our forum members have to say. mustang7757 04-14-2020 03:47 PM “ I have the 1+7P and will wait until 9 Reply ...

Even if you're cutting back, you shouldn't skimp on phone security.Our days are looking quite different than usual right now. Mine have actually changed less than the average person since I already worked from home — I just can't pick up and go work from Walt Disney World for a few hours when I get tired of my boring apartment. While we're all spending much more time at home than normal, our phones have become even more of a lifeline than they normally are.We're video-chatting with our family and friends, we're using apps and games to help fill the time we'd normally be out for a pick-up game down at the park, and we're using fitness apps to try and keep ourselves healthy. And since shipments of phones have been delayed as retailers try to prioritize essential goods, if your phone breaks, you could be waiting weeks for the replacement to show up.If ever there was a time to get your phone a protective case, it's now.The only time I've given myself an "OMG I just dropped ...

President Trump will work with over 200 experts from several industries to revive the U.S. economy.What you need to knowPresident Trump announced a new group that will help revive the U.S. economy.Experts from several industries will form the Great American Economic Revival Industry Groups. The CEOs of Microsoft, Apple, and Google (Alphabet Inc) are among the experts.President Donald Trump announced today that experts from across several industries and sectors will come together to form the Great American Economic Revival Industry Groups. The primary goal of the groups is the "health and wealth of America," according to the White House. The White House shared an official statement about the groups today which includes the entire list of experts.The statement that precedes the list of experts reads: Today, President Donald J. Trump announced many of the esteemed executives, economists, scholars, and industry leaders who together will form various Great American Economi...

The tablet will be available in Wi-Fi and LTE-enabled variants.What you need to knowThe Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is now official.It features a 10.4-inch WUXGA+ resolution display and comes with an S Pen. The tablet's availability date and pricing have not been revealed yet.Samsung has quietly expanded its Android tablet lineup with the launch of the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite.The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite is similar in terms of design to Samsung's flagship Galaxy Tab S6 tablet, although its hardware specs are unsurprisingly not as impressive. It comes with a 10.4-inch 2000 x 1200 WUXGA+ resolution display and runs on an unnamed octa-core chipset, likely the 10nm Exynos 9611. In the memory department, the tablet packs 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage.One of the headline features of the tablet is S Pen support, which makes it possible for you to draw and edit documents on the go. You won't have to worry about misplacing the S Pen, as the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite includes a magnetic holder.The tab...

Whatever your fitness goals are, living a healthier life is a lot easier when you have something to keep track of your activity throughout the day automatically. Fitbits are great tools for this, but with so many to choose from, which one should you buy and why? We think the Fitbit Versa 2 is best Fitbit you can buy, offering a great blend of features, specs, and design at a price your wallet will love.Best Overall: Fitbit Versa 2Fitbit makes a lot of fantastic fitness wearables, but if you ask us, the best one you can buy right now is the Fitbit Versa 2.Combining the best bits of a smartwatch and fitness tracker into one, the Versa 2 is lightweight and slim enough that it can fit onto even the smallest of wrists and not look obnoxiously big the way competing watches can. On the hardware side of things, it has a gorgeous AMOLED display, a battery that lasts over five days on a single charge, and is waterproof up to 50M.You'll find all of your usual fitness features here, su...

With the Motorola RAZR, you're paying more for an inferior product.What you need to knowMotorola RAZR is set to go on sale in India on May 3 — three days after the lockdown is scheduled to end.The phone costs a staggering ₹124,999 ($1,635) in the country, $200 more than Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip. Poor camera and issues with hardware make the RAZR a non-starter in the country. The Motorola RAZR debuted in India a month ago, but the phone never went on sale due to the nationwide lockdown. The lockdown was set to end on April 15, but it has been extended until May 3.Motorola India has now provided a statement saying the RAZR is now scheduled to go on sale in the country from May 6. Due to the prevailing situation and extension of nationwide lockdown, sale of all non-essential products and services has been discontinued. In line with the government guidelines, Motorola razr will now go on sale after the revised lockdown period, starting May 6th 2020 (which was earlier s...

Stopping malware before it infects your deviceKaspersky's antivirus programs are always at the top of my list, and the ones I choose to secure most of my home computers. It has three different protection solutions (Kaspersky Anti-Virus, Kaspersky Internet Security, and Kaspersky Total Security), and each one stops malware before it has a chance to infect devices, includes a virtual keyboard for both online and offline protection from keyloggers, and doesn't use too much of your system's resources. Here are the ins and outs of all three programs and why Kaspersky is a safe and a good choice for you.Top-notch malware protectionKaspersky Antivirus ProgramsBottom line: Kaspersky is a safe and excellent program from securing personal computers and mobile devices from all sorts of threats, including ransomware, keyloggers, and hackers. It stops malicious files before they have a chance to download and quickly blocks phishing schemes and malicious websites. ...

OnePlus is rolling out two AR filters on Instagram that let you unbox its latest devices on the platform.What you need to knowOnePlus has introduced two AR filters on Instagram that let you unbox the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro virtually.The filters let you see all the components bundled in the box. OnePlus is also rolling out a contest to fans in India, with the most creative unboxing eligible to win the OnePlus 8. The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro are now official, and as the company isn't able to do its usual pop-up events around the world, it is taking things online. OnePlus is rolling out two AR filters on Instagram that let you unbox the latest devices virtually. From OnePlus: We're using simple AR tech to bring a virtual experience of our new products to the community. We're launching two AR filters on our Instagram channels. One for the OnePlus 8 and the other for the 8 Pro. These filters are a sweet setup to help you virtually unbox the OnePlus 8 Series at any place and at any t...

Zoom is pushing out weekly updates following an alarming number of security issues found on its platform.What you need to knowZoom has pushed out another weekly security update.The latest iteration brings new and improved password requirements.It has also improved meeting ID generation for increased privacy.Zoom has issued the latest of its weekly updates regarding its push to make the platform more secure.Last week, Zoom announced a collaboration with industry security experts from the likes of Netflix, Uber, and EA. Now, we are beginning to see the fruits of those labors.In a blog post on April 14, Zoom announced updates to its password requirements, random meeting IDs and more. From the release: Password requirements: For meetings and webinars, account owners and admins can now configure minimum meeting password requirements to adjust the minimum length and require letters, numbers, and special characters, or allow only numeric passwords. All free Basic accounts ...

A new tweet from OnePlus India hints at a substantial discount for the OnePlus 8 series in the country.What you need to knowThe OnePlus 8 series could be one of the most affordable in India.India doesn't have a commercial 5G network, so it is possible OnePlus could go the Samsung route and launch 4G-only variants of its devices. India is also OnePlus' biggest market, so it needs to do well in the country to continue its global momentum. OnePlus unveiled the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro at an online event yesterday, with the standard OnePlus 8 set to retail for $699 and the OnePlus 8 Pro starting off at $899. The devices come with a lot of new features, including Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 865 chipset with 5G connectivity, but the steep hike in pricing led to a lot of consternation from OnePlus' Indian fans.To put things into context, the OnePlus 8 at $699 would come out to ₹53,445, which is on par with what the OnePlus 7T Pro cost when it launched at the end of last year. One...

You can choose to disable the alerts if you find the "feature" to be annoying.What you need to knowThe Clock app on Wear OS has started sending periodic alerts to users to remind them to wash their hands.When you open an alert, the app will start a timer for 40 seconds and remind you to always use soap.The reminders can be disabled by holding down on the notification. Google added a new Assistant command last month, aimed at helping people put the best handwashing practices from the World Health Organization to use. The "Hey Google, help me wash my hands" command plays a rather annoying 40-second song about washing your hands, sung by the Assistant's default "Red" voice. To encourage people to regularly wash their hands to protect themselves against coronavirus, Google has now added a new feature to the Clock app on Wear OS.As reported by the folks over at Android Police, the Clock app on Wear OS now sends periodic alerts to users, reminding them to wash their hands and...

Deadliest Catch is one of the Discovery Channel's most popular shows and the network is pulling out all the stops for its 16th season. Keep reading and we'll show you how to watch Deadliest Catch on TV or online from anywhere in the world.Deadliest Catch first premiered on Discovery Channel back in 2005 and the show follows a group of crab fisherman in the Bering Sea. As the show's title implies, fishing for Alaskan king crabs, queen crabs and snow crabs is a dangerous business where injury or even death could be right around the corner. To make things worse, the crews aboard these ships typically spend three to four weeks at a time at sea before returning to shore.The highly anticipated new season of Deadliest Catch will also see the Alaskan crab fleet face off against their biggest rival for the first time, the Russians. Crab fishing is a competitive business and this year the Russian government has revamped their crab quota system to cut down on illegal fishing. This means tha...

The coronavirus has spread to 181 countries around the world, and it shows no signs of abating. The pandemic has proved particularly devastating in recent weeks, with total confirmed cases crossing 1.6 million and fatalities of over 97,200 globally.The virus has effectively shut down all sporting leagues around the world, major gatherings including tech events and music festivals, and closed down restaurants and malls. Google teamed up with Apple to build a coronavirus tracking tool, with the service relying on Bluetooth tech to estimate how many are infected with COVID-19.Here's the latest on the coronavirus and how it's affecting not only the tech industry, but also the world at large.April 14, 2020: Nest reduces quality to ease bandwidth strain, Sony sets up $10 million fundIn addition to limiting video quality on YouTube, Google announced that it would reduce Nest camera quality to ease the strain on broadband lines. Google has confirmed that it will deliver updates to ...

That's a total value of $120.What you need to knowPre-orders for the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro begin on April 15.OnePlus is offering a Launch Day Bundle that's worth $120.It includes the Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger and Bullets Wireless Z earbuds.Pre-orders for the OnePlus 8 series officially begin on April 15, with both the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro shaping up to be some of the most popular devices in the Android space. However, for all of the upgrades and improvements they bring to the table, they're also the most expensive phones OnePlus has ever released.Thankfully, early shoppers can take advantage of a pretty sweet promotion to help keep costs down.If you're eyeing the OnePlus 8 Pro (which is the phone we'd recommend out of the two), you can take advantage of OnePlus's Launch Day Bundle. This includes the new Warp Charge 30 Wireless Charger and Bullets Wireless Z earbuds, each of which normally carry price tags of $70 and $50, respectively.That's a total value of $120 ...

The exposed credentials are not the result of a breach but, rather, of what's called a credential stuffing attack.What you need to knowNearly half a million Zoom accounts have been exposed and are being sold on the dark web.The exposed credentials are not the result of an attack on, or a breach of, Zoom's servers.Instead, they're the result of hackers trying credentials from previous leaks on users' Zoom accounts to see if they work.If you were already concerned about the myriad security issues plaguing the incidental beneficiary of our combined desire for a video conferencing service in light of the pandemic currently ravaging the world, here's some more bad news: over 500,000 Zoom accounts are presently either on sale or being distributed on dark web hacker forums.As Bleeping Computer reports, these are not the result of a breach of Zoom's servers. The cause of their exposure is much simpler: what's called a credential stuffing attack, a technique in which hackers aggre...

Take to the field with hero #32 in Overwatch.What you need to knowEcho is a new hero available in Overwatch.As of today, Echo is playable on all platforms.Her abilities allow her to duplicate an enemy power to adapt on the field. While the new Overwatch hero Echo has been teased for quite some time, she's finally here! Echo is now playable in Overwatch on all platforms. Her abilities allow her to use a Tri-Shot and Sticky Bombs against foes, while her Ultimate lets her duplicate an enemy ability, giving a thoughtful player the ability to adapte and overcome. You can check out an example of how Echo plays in the video below.Overwatch has been very successful for Blizzard Entertainment, with the game crossing 50 million players earlier this year. Overwatch 2 was announced at BlizzCon 2019 and does not currently have a release date.We don't know when Overwatch 2 will release but when it does, it'll bring single-player story content as well as a refreshing new take on m...

The OnePlus 8 and the OnePlus 8 Pro are here, and my goodness, these phones are beautiful with their matte glass backs and all their purdy new colors and color-changing finishes. But guess what? They're still glass backed phones, and glass-backed phones get cases before they face the big, bad world outside. It always takes a little longer for the case market to get fired up for the latest OnePlus phones, but we don't have to worry about that because OnePlus makes some of the best first-party cases of any manufacturer around, both from a quality and affordability perspective. These are the ones OnePlus is offering up for the 8 and 8 Pro.New colorsOnePlus 8 Sandstone Bumper CaseSandstone is the tried and true first-party case for OnePlus, but this year they've branched out into some new shades: a bright, bold Cyan to match the Glacial Green 8 or a softer, prettier purple that should mesh with the Interstellar Glow.$25 at OnePlusClassic carbon fiberOnePlus 8 Karbon Bumper ...

The tab is divided into two sections: New Releases and Moods & Genres.What you need to knowGoogle is adding a new Explore tab to the YouTube Music apps.The tab will replace the now-defunct Hotlist app as the one-stop-shop for music discovery.New music will be divided between new releases and further broken down by genre.Having already added a Lyrics section to the Now Playing tab and reorganized the library to make listening to your existing library a more pleasant experience, Google is now turning its attention to making discovering new music a little easier in the YouTube Music app. It's aggregating music discovery into a new 'Explore' tab and sunsetting the previous 'Hotlist' section.The tab will divide music into two categories: one dedicated to highlighting the latest releases and another that further breaks the options down by moods and genre. New Releases will feature the latest popular albums, tracks and music videos, as well as brand new content suggested...

You might think that upgrading your home with smart home products has to be difficult and expensive, but there are actually a lot of smart home products you can get for under $100 that will provide tons of smart functionality. From smart speakers to other smart devices that let you control things like lights or music with your voice using smart home assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant to smart plugs that can transform any old device, like a coffeemaker or table lamp, into a smart one you can control from your phone, there are tons of ways to get started. And it won't cost you an arm and a leg.Smart buyAukey Wi-Fi Smart Plug 4-packStaff pickThis is such an incredible deal that you might as well stock up even if you can't think of a use for all four right now. Aukey's Wi-Fi Smart Plugs are very easy to set up and use. And you need the Aukey app and an Amazon Echo or Google Home to control lamps or seasonal decorations with your voice. A simple smart plug that do...

When The Walt Disney Company was started back in 1923, it's safe to say no one could have predicted what it'd become. A long and storied history spanning nearly 100 years has followed, leading up to one of the company's biggest successes yet: the launch of Disney+.The new streaming service is full of new and old content, from Disney Channel shows and movies to Marvel superhero films and more, but perhaps the best inclusion are all the films and TV shows that can give you a look back at various moments in history. There's even a wide selection of content from National Geographic now available to take you around the world while you're stuck at home.What is Disney+ and how do I sign up?Before we get to the list below, if you aren't familiar with Disney+ or have been holding out on signing up, now's the time to learn more and get a subscription started. It brings pretty much the full collection of shows and movies from Disney, Pixar, Nat Geo, Marvel, and more into one service for a...

What you need to knowSling is offering free TV streaming to everyone from 5 p.m. EST until midnight daily.You don't need a credit card to sign up.The promotion scores you free access to the Sling Blue service, which has 50 channels.Sling has been running a number of promotions to try and keep people at home, and the latest from the streaming service is a new Happy Hour Across America promotion. The idea here is a little different, but it's pretty cool. Basically, Sling TV is offering free access to its streaming service from 5 p.m. EST through midnight EST daily so you can tune in after work and connect to the news at no cost to you.Sling's group president Warren Schlichting said: "Since we can't serve you a beverage or basket of hot wings, we're introducing a new kind of happy hour – TV 'on the house' every night. Much like a real happy hour, TV is often a shared experience. So grab your favorite refreshment, tune in with your friends and family, and get those group ...

The gang take a look at the DualSense controller for the upcoming PS5. They also talk about the remake of Final Fantasy VII, which leads into a discussion of the best remakes of all time. Also, can easy mode be too easy?Hosted by: Jennifer Locke, Carli Velocci, and Rebecca SpearGot feedback? Hit up Podcast@androidcentral.com and tell us something!LISTEN NOW:LINKS:Take a look at the new DualSense controller, releasing alongside PS5 | Android CentralPS5 DualSense controller vs. Xbox Series X controller: Which is better? | Android CentralPS5 DualSense controller vs. PS4 DualShock 4 controller: Which is better? | Android CentralBest video game remakes of all time: From Final Fantasy VII to Shadow of the Colossus | Windows CentralFinal Fantasy 7 Remake review: Back again to define another generation | Android Central...

Motorola's 2019 flagship is the G7, which comes with 64GB of internal storage — unless you pick up the G7 Play or Power which both ship with just 32GB. The good news is you can take some of the extra money you saved buying the phone to upgrade your storage via a microSD card. Motorola phones support microSD up to 512GB so you can go all-out if you want to.Go ExtremeSanDisk Extreme 64GBStaff pickSanDisk Extreme cards are a popular choice for recording 4K video in professional filming shoots so it will deliver for your Moto G7. With the SanDisk Memory Zone app, you can manage your files easier than ever, if you don't want to use Google's stock apps.$14 at Amazon$15 at B&H PhotoAlternate optionKingston Canvas React 32GBKingston's top-rated Class 10 UHS-I microSDXC card features 32GB capacity and advertises read speeds up to 80MB/s and write speeds up to 40MB/s. Plus, Kingston includes a microSD to SD card adapter so you can transfer files from your G7 to your ...

Surfshark is one of the best VPN providers out there, and it's also one of the most affordable which is kind of wild. With a solid feature set, great customer service, and reliable performance, you'd normally expect the price to be pretty high but you can actually grab a Surfshark VPN subscription for under $2 per month.The service offers over 1,000 servers across 60+ different countries and your subscription can be used on an unlimited number of devices at once. That's something that most VPN providers don't allow you to do, so there's a lot to like with Surfshark.Today's best Surfshark VPN deals, pricing, and discounts Plan Length Discount Monthly Cost Total Price 1 Month 0% $11.95 $11.95 at Surshark 1 Year 50% $5.99 $71.88 at Surfshark 2 Years 83% $1.99 $47.76 at Surfshark 3 Years 84% $1.94 $69.99 at SurfsharkWhen looking at VPNs, security should always be your first concern and Surshark has you covered with AES-256-GCM ...

Wireless charging that's almost as fast as wired is now a real thing, thanks to OnePlus' Warp Charge Wireless tech.Everyone wants their phone's battery to last all day and half of the night. When that can't be done, the next best thing is fast charging where you can go from almost dead to 50% in less than 30 minutes. The only thing that could make this better is if you could use a wireless charger and just plop your phone down instead of looking for that darn charging cable.Thanks to OnePlus' new Warp Charge Wireless that will debut with the OnePlus 8 Pro, now you can.I know this all sounds too good to be true but OnePlus's Evan Z. took a few moments to give the crash course about how it works, and it's really cool. Especially if you're the type of person who finds new ways to use old ideas interesting like I am. Here's what Evan had to say about the new charging method at the OnePlus forums: The highly effective charge pump ensures a charge efficiency of 97% and minimizes ...

While most of us are living in the cloud, there are still some things that need to be printed out on paper, like boarding passes, return labels, and term papers. Despite what you may have heard years ago, printing from a Chromebook is possible, and these days, it's pretty easy to get started.Products used in this guideAffordable printer: Canon MX492 ($200)Our favorite Chromebook: Lenovo Chromebook C340 (11.6") ($354)What you need to know about Google Cloud PrintFor a while Chromebooks didn't have printing built in. Since Chromebooks can't download and install the tens of thousands of printer drivers in existence, Google created the Google Cloud Print service. Google Cloud Print is an internet-enabled printing standard that allows users to print on any of their devices — Chromebooks, Macs, PCs, Android phones, iPhones and iPads — whether they're trying to print from the next room or the next state over.Google Cloud Print has been around for the better part of a decade...

Keeping an eye on your home 24/7 isn't possible... except with the right equipment. The eufyCam 2 wireless home security system ensures you always have a way to see what's going on around your home no matter where you are, while also letting you rewind and view previously recorded footage as well. Now, thanks to a sale at Best Buy, you can snag a 2-camera kit for your home on sale for only $275.99. This $75 discount saves you over 20% off its usual cost of $350, and it even marks one of the best prices we've seen on the set all year.The EufyCam 2 greatly improves on the first-generation EufyCam E in a number of ways. You'll get more advanced A.I. powered facial recognition software that helps prevent false positives. The new EufyCam 2 can tell the difference between familiar faces, objects, dogs, birds, and other things that the old EufyCam E might have sent you an alert about. You'll also get a better IP rating for withstanding weather. The EufyCam 2 has an IP67 rating, which mean...

Dark rituals plague this next entry in Supermassive's horror undertaking.What you need to knowThe Dark Pictures Anthology is a horror anthology from the developers of Until Dawn, Supermassive Games.The first title, Man of Medan, released in August 2019. The next game is called Little Hope and focuses on a town where witchcraft was believed to take hold.There's a new trailer showing some of the cast and perils. Supermassive Games is showing off its next horror title with a new trailer for The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope. Eschewing a ghost ship for the trappings of a town that suffered fears of witchcraft in the 17th century, there's a whole new cast and new scares for players to navigate. You can check out the trailer below.The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope is the second entry in what is planned as an eight-game anthology. Each game will have a different cast and setting, with the mysterious Curator, who provides the overarching frame and narrative, ap...

Daniel Bader and Andrew Martonik have both spent time testing the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro. With Jerry Hildenbrand as a sounding board, they go into detail on what's new and great about these phones.Listen nowSubscribe in Pocket Casts: AudioSubscribe in Spotify: AudioSubscribe in iTunes: Audio Subscribe in RSS: AudioDownload directly: AudioLinks:OnePlus 8 review: More of the same, for $100 more | Android CentralOnePlus 8 Pro review: No strings attached | Android CentralWhat is a color filter camera and how does it work on the OnePlus 8 Pro? | Android CentralOnePlus 8 Pro has 30W wireless charging — here's how it works | Android Central...

The OnePlus 8 Pro finally brings features OnePlus fans have been clamoring for years.The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro are now official, and they're packing a lot of exciting new features. The OnePlus 8 Pro in particular has a host of new upgrades, including 30W wireless charging, IP68 water resistance, and a 120Hz AMOLED panel at QHD+ resolution.The caveat here is that all the exciting new features are limited to the OnePlus 8 Pro. The regular OnePlus 8 is instead an upgraded variant of the OnePlus 7T: you get a 90Hz panel with upgraded internals, 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM as standard. The phone has the same 48MP camera at the back, but comes with a larger 4300mAh battery.There's no wireless charging or IP68 dust and water resistance on the regular unlocked version of the OnePlus 8. That said, you will find a few carrier models of the device that offer an IP68 rating, but if you want wireless charging, you'll have to pick up the OnePlus 8 Pro...

Choosing a pair of dependable true wireless earbuds doesn't have to cost as much as you'd think. The JBuds Air True Wireless Earbuds by JLab Audio are well-reviewed and reasonably priced at just $50, though thanks to a one-day sale at Best Buy, you can snag a pair today for only $39.99 and save $10 off the usual cost. You'll even score free shipping in the process.The JBuds Air earbuds are equipped with 8mm drivers and feature an in-ear design that's similar to the AirPods Pro. Bluetooth 5.0 lets you listen to a myriad of devices wirelessly, while their IP55 sweat resistance means you can bring these earbuds with you to your next workout without damaging them.Three different EQ settings let you customize how the earbuds sound; you can choose between JLab Signature, Balanced, and Bass Boost. There's also a built-in microphone so you can talk on the phone hands-free. Meanwhile, integrated controls let you play and pause music, skip to the next or previous track, change the volume, ...

Whether you're working from home, want to get in a gaming session from your bed, or some movies while stuck at home, a good lap desk is invaluable. There are so many choices out there — from adjustable options to those with lights or fans. We've rounded up the best for you to get for whatever you want to do from wherever you want to do it.Space for activitesKavalan Lap DeskStaff pickThis lap desk from Kavalan not only looks great but has great functionality that makes terrific use of its size. The desk has mouse pads on both sides for right or left-handed use, or as a spot for your phone to hang out. There is also a slot at the top of the desk should you want to use a tablet and prop it up. Dual pads on the bottom and a wrist rest make sure you stay comfy while you work or play.$46 at Amazon $45 at KavalanA solid choiceSONGMICS Bamboo Lap DeskThis lap desk from SONGMICS is crafted from bamboo with quality hardware to ensure it'll last you a long time. The ...

In an era of social distancing, this discounted Ring Video Doorbell is priceless. With the Ring Video Doorbell, you use an app on your phone to see and speak with whoever's at your door. That means you can still answer while keeping your distance with the visitor.For a limited time, Woot has the refurbished Ring Video Doorbell on sale for $49.99. At 50% off the regular price of a new model, you'll be snagging one of the best deals to ever reach this smart home device; refurbished models currently sell for $89.99 at Amazon. While these models aren't brand new, they've each been tested and verified internally by Amazon to ensure they're in proper working condition. A 90-day warranty is included with the purchase as well.The Ring Video Doorbell lets you view its live stream anytime you want using the free Ring app on your phone, tablet, or PC, meaning you can see what's going on outside your front door no matter where you are. The app even recieves notifications when motion has been...

The Anker Soundcore Life 2 over-ear headphones have dropped to $39.99 at Newegg when you apply the code MKTCM8 in your shopping cart. You'll also get free shipping. Without the code, the headphones are going for $65, and that's the price they usually sell for at other retailers. You can find them as low as $50 at Costco and as high as $79 at Walmart, but no one matches Newegg's prices.These over-ear Bluetooth headphones have active noise-cancelling and Hi-Res Audio. You can even use Anker's BassUp technology to deepen and intensify your favorite music. The active noise-cancelling reduces external noises and gives you a pure musical experience without the distractions of everyday life.Bluetooth and ANC tend to take quite the toll on a headphone's battery life, but the thing that makes these headphones stand out is just how long the battery lasts. If you're using both Bluetooth and ANC, you should still be able to go 30 hours before needing to recharge. If you decide to go wired us...

PWAs are basically just webpages that are designed to deliver an app-like experience to users.What you need to knowGoogle has started replacing a few Android apps for Chrome OS with Progressive Web Apps (PWAs).The first apps to have been replaced with PWAs are Twitter and YouTube TV. Progressive Web Apps function exactly like regular Android apps, while being slightly faster and also taking up less storage. The ability to install Android apps is one of the key selling points of Chromebooks. Unfortunately, however, not all Android apps are optimized for Chrome OS. As spotted by the folks at Chrome Unboxed, Google has quietly started replacing Android apps with Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) on the Play Store for Chrome OS.This is great news for Chromebook owners, as PWAs are superior to the Android apps available for Chrome OS in many ways. They are usually faster, do not take up a lot of storage, and have a lower impact on battery life.So far, Google has replaced two Andro...

A new report from Axios suggests Google is working on custom chipsets that could end up in the 2021 Pixel lineup.What you need to knowGoogle is said to have made "significant progress" in developing its own chipset.The chipset is codenamed Whitechapel, and is set to power Pixel phones as early as next year. Google is said to be teaming up with Samsung over the manufacture of the chipset on the foundry's 5nm node. Google is no stranger to using custom silicon on its Pixel phones. The search giant introduced the Pixel Visual Core image processor in the Pixel 2 and Pixel 3 series, and on the Pixel 4 it unveiled a Neural Core that leveraged machine learning.Google has been linked with making custom chipsets to power its phones for a while now, and a new report from Axios suggests it made "significant progress" in developing its own chipset. The publication says Google may use its in-house solution to power Pixel phones as early as 2021, and that these designs could even end u...

One of the silver linings of being stuck in the house, whether you're social distancing or working from home is that you can save on your cellular data by generally using faster and more reliable Wi-Fi. It isn't just great for checking Instagram or sending a WhatsApp message. It's also great for audio and video calling. You might just have to toggle a few switches and settings to ensure that you're able to use Wi-Fi calling on your phone and with your carrier. We'll show you how this is done in the steps below.How to enable Wi-Fi calling on a Samsung Galaxy phoneOpen the Phone dialer app from your home screen or app drawer.Tap on the three dots in the middle top section of the screen.Tap on Settings.Toggle on Wi-Fi Calling.Tap on Click here to register your emergency address.A screen from your carrier should pop up. Enter your telephone number to confirm availability.Enter the code that was texted to your mobile number.Confirm your emergency or 911 address.Press finish...

Just hours before launch, John Lewis spoils the surprise.What you need to knowThe OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro are set to be announced today at a streamed event.The phone has already gone on sale in some parts of the world, confirming specs and pricing.In the UK, the OnePlus 8 family will run you from £599 all the way to £899 for the highest specced Pro.The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro are to be announced today in just a short number of hours, but they're already on sale on some parts of the word. The UK retailer John Lewis listed the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro as available for sale on now pulled pages. It'll be selling them in two configurations each, an Onyx Black base version with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, and a Glacier Green variant with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. All will ship with 5G built-in.The OnePlus 8 will start at £599 for the base version, with increments of £100 for each tier up. In other words, you'll pay £699 for the OnePlus 8 with 12GB of RAM, £799 for the b...

Here are seven of the great antivirus solutions currently available. Bitdefender Antivirus Plus gets my top vote this year, but I've thoroughly tested and have no problems recommending each of these programs. The first time I tested the software five years ago, I was very impressed with how fast Bitdefender recognized malware and stopped it before it even had the chance to start downloading. Plus, rather than automatically placing them in quarantine, Bitdefender completely removes most threats from your system the moment they are recognized.Best Overall: Bitdefender Antivirus PlusBitdefender consistently earns high, or perfect, scores for malware protection from several third-party test labs and in my own tests. It stops Trojans, rootkits, ransomware, and worms, and with the safe browser extension enabled, it'll stop these threats from entering your computer through the internet. Bitdefender also recognizes phishing schemes and will warn you of them. With safe browsing enabled,...

The APC BN450M six-outlet battery backup and surge protector is down to $44.88 at Walmart. You can also find this same battery backup on sale for $44.99 at Best Buy. Most other retailers like Office Depot have it for around $60 although you can get it for $55 at B&H. Either way, the deal at Walmart and Best Buy is the lowest price around.An uninterruptible power supply guarantees protection from power surges or lightning strikes. You never can tell what will cause you to lose power or when it will happen, and if you live in an area where you're more susceptible to that you should definitely be protecting your work and your equipment. APC is so sure it'll keep your equipment safe there's a lifetime equipment protection policy worth up to $75,000 where APC will replace properly connected equipment that is damaged by a power surge.The UPS also acts as a backup battery in case the power completely goes out. How long the battery lasts depends on how much stuff you've got plugged i...

Minimalism at its best.Many light fixtures on the market follow similar design principles. While there is a multitude of styles and colors to fit every home, most fixtures rely on traditional bulbs to provide light, meaning that they look incredibly similar to one another at the end of the day. But what if a fixture weren't reliant on a traditional screw-in bulb? What if the light were built into the fixture itself?ET2's latest line of smart light fixtures builds the light-emitting diodes (LEDs) right into the printed circuitry board (PCB) inside of the fixture, giving ET2 significantly more elegant and seamless designs than most other light fixtures. On top of a superior design language, ET2 builds a Philips Hue component right into these lights, making them part of the Friends of Hue ecosystem and proving that beauty and brains can come in the same package.ET2 and Maxim Lighting sell hundreds of different styles and colors of light fixtures, but this review focuses on the IQ ...

The RedMagic 5G is the most affordable Snapdragon 865-powered smartphone yet.What you need to knowThe Nubia RedMagic 5G gaming phone is now available to pre-order in the U.S.It is powered by a Snapdragon 865 chipset and features an impressive 144Hz refresh rate AMOLED display.The phone will be available to purchase outright in the U.S. and a few other global markets starting April 21. ZTE sub-brand Nubia unveiled the RedMagic 5G last month, the world's first phone to feature a 144Hz refresh rate display. The gaming phone is now available to pre-order in select global markets, including the U.S.While the RedMagic 5G comes in a total of four variants in China, Nubia is only offering two variants for global markets. In the U.S., the 8GB/128GB version has been priced at $579, while the 12GB/256GB version is priced at $649. Along with the U.S., consumers in Australia, Canada, mainland Europe, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Israel, Japan, Macau, Singapore, Taiwan, and the UK will also b...

Our phones pick up a whole heap of bacteria, germs, and other nastiness when we set them down throughout our days. Your phone may or may not be dirtier than a toilet seat right now, but luckily you can fix that with an ultraviolet (UV) phone sanitizer. They're nifty little devices, and while they can cost a pretty penny, they're 110% worth the investment if they can keep you from getting sick, now more than ever.Safe for you and your phoneHoMedics UV-Clean Phone SanitizerStaff pick$80 at Amazon$80 at HoMedicsThis sanitizer keeps a slim, travel-friendly profile by being collapsible, and the lid zips open and closed to help ensure that UV light doesn't leak out and damage your eyes or your skin. Best of all, this name-brand sanitizer is still readily available.Great if you can waitPhoneSoap 3From $80 at PhoneSoapPhoneSoap is one of the originals and is still one of the most trusted phone sanitizers around. Reliability and excellent build quality are part of w...

Occasionally, it's worth giving up a little bit of privacy. This is one of those times.Apple and Google have announced that they are working together to help track the movement of COVID-19 infections by creating a history of where we've been and who we have been in contact with.How each company is doing it is through an API that can expose the right data, provided the user — that's us — has installed an app on their phones. These APIs are expected in May. For the first round of the API updates, Google is distributing them through Google Play Services so that leaves out phones that aren't running a Google-approved version of Android.Later, in the coming months, Apple and Google will roll out a complete Bluetooth contact tracing platform that can collect data about where we have been and who else has been there baked directly into the operating system. Both methods work on the same principle: if you become infected with COVID-19, your data can be referenced against other peop...

If you're spending a bunch more time at home, it's worth upgrading your TV to make the experience as pleasant as possible. Thankfully, you can grab this Hisense 55-inch 4K UHD HDR Smart Roku TV (R6070E3 Series) on sale at Best Buy today only. It's down to $259.99 as part of the store's Deals of the Day, saving you $90 off its full price.Hisense's 55-inch 4K UHD Roku smart TV features native 4K resolution and Dolby Vision HDR for a cinema-like viewing experience in the comfort of your own home. It has built-in Wi-Fi and, with its integrated Roku functionality, you can access streaming services and apps like Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and more without needing a separate streaming media player. This TV can do it all on its own.With the free Roku mobile app, you can even watch movies and shows from The Roku Channel on the go or use it as a second remote. It even allows you to plug in headphones to your phone so you can listen to your TV privately.The TV also works with your Google Ass...

QD-OLED technology offers several advantages over current-gen OLED displays.What you need to knowSamsung is reportedly shifting its focus from LCD to its next-generation QD-OLED technology.The company is spending nearly $11 billion to build a manufacturing facility to produce QD-OLED panels.. QD-OLED displays are claimed to have a longer life compared to current-gen OLED displays, along with a wider color gamut and higher brightness. Samsung is set to end all LCD production at its facilities in South Korea and China by the end of this year, due to oversupply and a sharp decline in demand for LCD panels. According to a new report from MyDrivers, the company is shifting its focus from LCDs to QD-OLED technology, which is said to have an improved lifespan of up to 1 million hours. The next-generation panels will be made using iridium phosphide, instead of toxic cadmium.QD-OLED displays also offer other advantages over OLED screens, including a wider color gamut and improved...

The contact tracing tool is being developed jointly by Google and Apple.What you need to knowGoogle has announced that it will be using Google Play Services to push the COVID-19 tracking system to Android phones.The updates will be rolled out to all Android phones running Android 6.0 Marshmallow and above.The first phase of Google and Apple's Bluetooth contact tracking framework is due next month. Google joined hands with Apple last week to help governments and health agencies fight against the coronavirus pandemic. The two tech giants are working on contact tracing technology with protections for user privacy. As per a report from The Verge, Google has now confirmed that it will be updating Android phones with the upcoming contact tracing system via Google Play Services.Google's decision to push the contact tracing system to Android phones via Google Play services certainly doesn't surprise us, since it is pretty much the only way that the company can ensure the system i...