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Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.With a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, travel may not be on your radar right now. However, that also opens up a window of opportunity to save for that next getaway — whenever or wherever that may be.One way to do that is to collect points and miles to prepare for the journey ahead. But there's also the simplicity and appeal of cash back, too. If you prefer to be paid back in cents instead of points — or find yourself in a financial crunch similar to millions of Americans — a cash-back card could be the better choice.And there is one cash back card that has captured my attention more than any other during the pandemic: the Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express. While it carries a $95...

New details on managing your ships that could prove critical.What you need to knowStar Wars: Squadrons is an upcoming dogfighting game being developed by EA Motive studio.More details on flight and combat have been shared via a blog post.Each ship has different systems and players will need to reroute power between each.Star Wars: Squadrons is inbound this fall and the team at EA Motive are continuing to provide updates on this dogfighting experience. In a recent blog post, the team shared some more about exactly how starfighter flight and combat will work.Most starships in Star Wars: Squadrons has three different systems that all need power: engines, lasers and shields. Players will need to balance power between each system. As an example, if you channel more power to the shields, they'll recharge much quicker. If power is maxed out to a system, a unique ability is unlocked for that system. Maxing out shield strength unlocks Overshielding, maxing the weapons system gives...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Chase's new quarterly bonus just went live.What you need to knowChase has launched its Q3 cash back offer.Cardholders can earn 5% cash back at Amazon and Whole Foods.The offer applies to the Chase Freedom and Chase Freedom Unlimited.Every three months, Chase rolls out a new bonus category for its Chase Freedom and Chase Freedom Unlimited credit cards. July 1 is here, so with it is a brand new quarterly offer.Between July 1, 2020, and September 30, 2020, cardholders of the Chase Freedom and Chase Freedom Unlimted card can earn five percent cash back on purchases at Amazon and Whole Foods Market.Rotating categoriesChase Freedom®See at The Points GuyEarn a $200 bonus after you sp...

Watch Dogs: Legion is a game you can get lost in — for better or worse.Across my four hours with Watch Dogs: Legion I ran into some very disparate, diametrically opposed encounters. In one section, I recruited a sort-of futuristic beekeeper in an audacious shock-proof suit and unleashed a swarm of robotic bees on my enemies. My demoist and I kept shouting "BEEES" every time somebody started shooting at me.In another part of the game, I was running down a street when I came across a fight between a random citizen and an officer in the private militarized police force. I rounded the corner and the citizen gruffly called the officer a "fascist." Then the officer started beating him. I thought about butting in since this clearly crossed a problematic line, but I thought about an even earlier encounter I had where an officer was harassing an innocent London citizen. I punched the officer, but then they called reinforcements. I then spent the next 10 minutes trying not to get shot do...

The PlayStation Aim controller is perfect for any first-person VR shooter. It was designed to look and feel like a real gun down to the button placements. Realism aside, the only downside is that the Aim controller is only compatible with a handful of PlayStation VR (PSVR) games. Here are all the games you can play with the PlayStation Aim and which ones are our favorites!★ Featured favoriteBorderlands 2 VRThis version was modified to fit a single-player experience, so you can't play with your friends in a multiplayer mode, but you can enjoy almost everything else Borderlands 2 has to offer. Go cause mayhem in a world of uniquely designed visual graphics. The bundle includes Borderlands VR, Beat Saber, PSVR headset, PS Camera, and two Move controllers!$300 at Best BuyTime for a crisisCrisis VRigadeStaff pickCrisis VRigade is an absolute blast to play with friends — up to three others, in fact! The gameplay harkens back to the days where you went to...

Now's your chance to score a pair of the Beats Studio³ Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones at a major discount. While supplies last, BackMarket has refurbished pairs of these headphones on sale in Mint condition for just $175. That saves you 50% off the price of a brand new model. BackMarket has options in 'Very Good' condition as well for $1 less. Today's deal is only valid on the headphones in matte black.Free shipping is included with every purchase at BackMarket. Each pair has been tested and inspected to ensure it's in like new condition, so you shouldn't have any issues with your purchase. However, BackMarket also includes a one-year warranty with these wireless headphones so you can easily return them if you do notice anything wrong with the pair you receive.The Beats Studio³ are over-ear headphones that feature 22 hours of battery life, dual-mode adaptive noise-cancelling, on-ear controls and support for taking calls or using Siri when connected to an iOS device. They a...

Where does this warrior's path lead?What you need to knowUbisoft has released a new cinematic trailer for Assassin's Creed Valhalla.This new trailer is focused on the mystery of Eivor and where their path is headed.Assassin's Creed Valhalla is set to release on November 17, 2020.There's a new trailer out for Assassin's Creed Valhalla and it's focused on Eivor, the main character who can be a man or a woman. While we know that Eivor is leading a Viking clan into England, this trailer hints at more nefarious things in Eivor's path. You can check out the trailer below.If you'd like to see some gameplay footage, you can check out everything from the Ubisoft Forward presentation right here. Jennifer Locke, one of our staff writers, got a chance to look a few hours of the game and you can read her preview here. In it, she talks about similarities to past games, how the world events work, how decisions have major impacts on the story and more.Assassin's Creed Valhalla is ...

Scoring a deal on a PlayStation Plus membership earns you free game downloads every month, discounts on digital games at the PlayStation Store, and more, but the best part about the service is that it unlocks access to online multiplayer modes on most PlayStation games. That's a pretty essential feature you'd miss out on otherwise, but thanks to a new deal at CDKeys, you can score a one-year membership for only $29.99 and start playing online at 50% off its usual cost. Over at Amazon, this subscription is currently priced at $59.99.With today's deal, you'll be paying only $2.50 per month for your PlayStation Plus subscription. That's 75% off the price of a one-month subscription which costs $9.99. This discount is offered via trusted seller CDKeys and is delivered as a digital redemption code which is sent usually immediately after purchase.PlayStation Plus is an important subscription to have as it unlocks online multiplayer modes on most PlayStation games that have them; there ...

If you have a Samsung Galaxy S or Note phone along with a spare monitor, keyboard, and mouse, then you've got yourself a pretty powerful pocket computer. Samsung's DeX app allows you to plug your Galaxy phone into a monitor and project a desktop-based UI version of your phone onto the screen. It even works (through an app) with Windows PCs and Mac computers. Samsung isn't the only Android OEM who has built a desktop mode into its devices, but it just might be the most well-known and best execute implementation thus far. We'll show you how to get it set up so that you can take your productivity anywhere.How to use Samsung DeX on your Galaxy S or Note phoneIf you're going to be using Samsung DeX on your Galaxy phone with just an external monitor, just plug in a USB-A to USB-C cable from your monitor to your device and skip to step If you're going to be using Samsung DeX on your Galaxy phone with a Mac or Windows PC, you'll need to first download the DeX app for whichever respecti...

That's the fastest wired charging tech for a phone yet.What you need to knowRealme today announced its UltraDart 125W charging solution.The company claims it can achieve a 33% charge on a 4,000 mAh battery in just 3 minutes.The news comes a day after OPPO revealed its own 125W charging tech.Formerly OPPO's sub-brand, Realme this week announced a 125W charging solution for its phones (via GizmoChina), just a day after OPPO did the same. That's not surprising, of course, because despite the decoupling of the two from a business standpoint, Realme is still heavily dependent on OPPO for most of its technical expertise and the two companies' solutions are likely the same, just with a different branding.Realme's UltraDart charging tech, as it's called, will be able to charge a 4,000 mAh battery to 33% in just three minutes, claims the company. That wattage, by the way, is more than what most laptop chargers ship with, so it's not surprising that Realme claims its charger will a...

A new look at the next generation of PlayStation controllers.What you need to knowThe DualSense is the new controller shipping with the PS5.Geoff Keighley, host of the Game Awards, is presenting a hands-on with the controller tomorrow.The PS5 is currently set to release sometime in Holiday 2020.As the wait for the PS5 continues, there's a new tidbit to help hold over any excited fans. Geoff Keighley, host of the Game Awards and Summer Game Fest, has provided a new look at the DualSense controller that is shipping with the PS5. He's also providing a more-detailed hands-on tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. PT / 12:00 p.m. ET. You can see Keighley holding the controller below.This is the #PlayStation5 DualSense Controller. Tomorrow at Noon ET / 9 am PT, it's time to go hands on. Can't wait to tell you about my experience. https://t.co/Hp7WuLrjXk #SummerGameFest pic.twitter.com/hvxTouNrc1— Geoff Keighley (@geoffkeighley) July 16, 2020The DualSense features several major improvement...

Best answer: It isn't necessary to run both traditional antivirus software and Malwarebytes at the same time. Most of the top antivirus software protect computers in real-time, meaning they block infections from happening in the first place. Malwarebytes is typically used when an antivirus software isn't installed on a computer, and it has become infected with malware. It will round up these threats and remove them from your system so you can then install an antivirus program for better protection in the future. If you'd like to have both an antivirus program and Malwarebytes installed at the same time, there are a few programs that support tandem protection.Best overall: Bitdefender Antivirus Plus (Starting at $30/ year from Bitdefender)Most used: Avast Premium Security (Starting at $70/ year from Avast)Already installed: Windows Defender (Free from Microsoft)How antivirus worksThe best antivirus software has real-time protections in place to stop malicious files from do...

Google is also rolling out a quick access emoji bar for GboardWhat you need to knowGoogle is bringing 117 new emoji to Android this fall, including loads of cute animals.These emoji will come to Android this fall with the launch of Android 11.Google is also bringing a new quick access bar for emoji to Gboard.It's World Emoji Day tomorrow, and Google is sharing some of its Emoji plans for Android. The company will be releasing the next batch of emoji with Android 11, totaling 117.The new emoji add more diversity in expressions, relationships, and family makeups. There are also cute new animals, magic wands, and new foods like bubble tea and hot tamales. Emoji are all about expression, so the more variety, the better.At the same time, Google is also making it easy to access your emoji with a quick access emoji bar. You can already find emoji by searching for them, but this removes that step.Android 11 is currently being beta tested, though you probably don't have mu...

It's literal hack-and-slash fun in The Trial, a new arcade-inspired Horde mode.What you need to knowThe Meatgrinder Update is a free content update for The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners.The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is an action-RPG available for PC VR and PSVR, with an Oculus Quest version in the works.This update adds a brand new Horde-style arcade mode, called The Trial, as well as new difficulty settings.When it comes to deep and rewarding VR experiences, few games fit the bill like The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners. As a full AAA-quality title, Saints & Sinners packs a 15-hour long story about a post-Apocalyptic New Orleans into an action-RPG package. But sometimes, you just want to release some stress and lob heads off the undead, right? If that's the case, Skydance Interactive has heard your cries and, with the new Meatgrinder Update, has added a brand new Horde-style arcade mode called The Trial.In The Trial, it's your goal to survive as lon...

Once your business grows above a certain size, you can easily find your operations split across multiple platforms. Averox Business Management Solutions brings together everything you need, with a collection of essential apps. Lifetime subscriptions are now only $79.https://www.youtube.com/embed/KGj-BhGAgDoFinding customers, handling stock, creating invoices, and paying your staff are all essential tasks — but none of them actually generates income. Worse still, research shows that business owners spend around 68% of their time on these daily chores.Averox Solutions helps you complete the admin faster and get on with generating revenue. Aimed at small- and medium-sized businesses, this platform puts all your operations in one slick interface.The list of features includes powerful CRM, bookkeeping and accounting tools, eSigning for contracts, and sales campaigns including emails and newsletters. You can also manage events, keep track of tasks, and collaborate with document sha...

It's one of the things everyone needs in their home office but often forgets about until, well, they realize they need it: the printer. While we remain on a quest for that paperless office, it isn't a reality just yet. And printers aren't just about work anyway. They are great for printing photos, arts and crafts projects, and keeping personal documents for filing. All-in-one printers (AIOs) are even better because they add scanning and copying capabilities as well, some also faxing (but who uses that anymore anyway?) My favorite AIO is, hands down, Epson EcoTanks, and one of the newest models is the Epson EcoTank ET-2760 Wireless AIO Inkjet Printer, which has wireless printing, high-resolution print quality, and, most importantly to set it apart from others, an ink reservoir system that, when filled, provides you with enough ink to last for up to two years. No joke.Best Overall: Epson EcoTank ET-2760 Wireless AIO Inkjet PrinterI have been using an Epson EcoTank printer for abo...

That Illusion Sunset color will go with the maple leaf quite nicely.What you need to knowThe LG Velvet will be available in Canada on August 7.The 5G enabled-phone is now available for pre-order on LG.ca and participating carriers.Pre-orders between July 16 and August 6 receive hundreds in incentive bonuses.LG recently made a splash with the unveiling of its new Velvet series of 5G-enabled phones. Initially slated for release in the U.S. and a few other markets, the sub-premium flagship devices are now being made available to Canadian customers as well, according to an official press release.Starting today, customers in Canada can pre-order the device from LG.ca and at participating carriers. LG says the Velvet will be available from the following retailers: Bell, Eastlink, Fido, Freedom Mobile, Koodo, Rogers, SaskTel, Telus, Videotron, Virgin, Best Buy, TBooth, Wireless Etc. (Costco), The Mobile Shop, The Source, Visions, Wal-Mart, Wireless Wave, WOW Mobile, and Xplore M...

Panos Panay continues to tease us with images of the Surface Duo and other Surface hardware.What you need to knowPanos Panay shared an image of himself using a Surface Duo.The image also shows Panay wearing grey Surface Earbuds.The Surface Duo doesn't have a public release date but is often shown off by Microsoft employees.Microsoft and Windows hardware chief Panos Panay shared yet another shot of himself using a Surface Duo. This time, he's shown off lounging with the Surface Duo unfolded and rocking some dark grey Surface Earbuds.We don't have an official release date for the Surface Duo, but it seems like a weekly occurrence that a Microsoft employee shares a photo with one. Photos of the Surface Duo also frequently include other Microsoft hardware, in this case the Surface Earbuds in grey. We already knew that the Surface Earbuds would come in a darker color, but this shot shows them off a bit.Fresh air and coffee to start the day. pic.twitter.com/TJRWDOcbfH— Pano...

T-Mobile takes aim at scam calls with Scam Shield.What you need to knowT-Mobile announced Scam Shield, a free scam detection and blocking service for its customers.T-Mobile is also launching a new burner number service for customers. Scam Shield will be available for free to all T-Mobile and Sprint customers from July 24.T-Mobile today announced several new tools aimed at tackling the threat of scam and spam calls. The first is Scam Shield. This is what the carrier calls its scam identification and blocking technology (individually branded Scam ID and Scam Block). T-Mobile will automatically identify calls that are likely to be scams for customers and even offer them the choice to block all such suspect calls from reaching their cell phones.T-Mobile is also adding Enhanced Caller ID for its customers. It'll be using the STIR/SHAKEN technology the FCC has demanded carriers employ, and it'll be doing it for free. You'll now have a better idea of who's calling you, and T-Mob...

Adding a camera to your Raspberry Pi is simple and can turn the board into a great surveillance camera or a personal computer used for video chatting. Luckily, it's also a pretty inexpensive endeavor, like with most Raspberry Pi accessories. Here are our top picks if you want to add an eye to your Pi.HD and simpleAUKEY PC-LM1 1080p WebcamStaff pickThis USB webcam from AUKEY is plug and play for the Raspberry Pi and can take record videos in 1080p at 30FPS. The "fold-and-go" design makes it easy to pack up and roll whenever you need to move the camera elsewhere. Plus, the PC-LM1 features fast autofocus, so the subject is never blurry, even it's close to the camera or moving around.$50 at Amazon$87 at WalmartFrom the sourceRaspberry Pi V2 Camera ModuleThe second-generation Raspberry Pi Camera Module works great with the Raspberry Pi 3 or 3 B+ and connects directly to the MIPI connector on the board itself. It can take still images at 3280x2464 (8MP) or record...

2020 has been quite the year so far. Store shelves have become routinely empty of certain essential items that one might need while they're staying at home for weeks at a time. If you've been trying to get your hands on disinfecting wipes without searching every local store within a 20-mile radius, you've come to the right place.Where to find Clorox wipes in stockThe BestInstacart: shop disinfecting wipesAmazon: shop disinfecting wipesTarget: shop disinfecting wipesStaples: shop disinfecting wipesThe RestCVS: shop disinfecting wipesOffice Depot: shop disinfecting wipesWalgreens: shop disinfecting wipesWalmart: shop disinfecting wipesHome Depot: shop disinfecting wipesThe key to finding wipes in stock is to keep looking. Stock levels are always changing, and while they may be unavailable at some places right now, that doesn't mean they won't be back before the day is out.How to find disinfecting wipes in stockAmazon is pretty well-known for having just abo...

It would have to be a completely different game, developers say.What you need to knowSUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE releases on July 16, 2020, on PC, Xbox, PS4, and Mac.MIND CONTROL DELETE, the third game in the SUPERHOT series, will not feature any VR content.The studio is actively working on new VR projects and could show them off in the future.SUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE mind be on the minds of many gamers around the world (thanks to its July 16 release date), but VR gamers will have to wait a bit longer before seeing something new from the studio. MIND CONTROL DELETE, a brand new third game in the SUPERHOT universe, adds in more story, more trademark slow-motion gameplay, and surprising ways to eliminate your foes using only your movements as the way to control time.While the titles may not clue you in, SUPERHOT, SUPERHOT VR, and SUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE are three completely different games all set in the same universe. MIND CONTROL DELETE was announced at the t...

True wireless earbuds are about as affordable as wired headphones these days. Of course, picks like the Apple AirPods will always be a bit overpriced, but you don't have to pay more than $50 even to score a great pair of wireless earbuds these days. Right now, Amazon has the Mpow MS1 in-Ear Bluetooth Earphones on sale for just $16.99 when you use promo code C98FQZ63 during checkout. That saves you nearly $15 off their full cost of $30, and it also marks a new low price for the pair.Mpow's MS1 Bluetooth Headphones let you listen to your music wirelessly. Touch controls let you switch songs, adjust the volume, and answer calls without having to pull out your phone. There's a specific spot to touch so that you don't press it accidentally. With IPX7 waterproof nano-coating, you can take these earbuds out for a run in the rain or to the pool without worrying about sweat or splashes ruining them.These earbuds last for about five hours on a single charge, though with the included chargi...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Citi wants to say ThankYou with its newest Amazon deal.What you need to knowAmazon and Citi have partnered for a new offer.Customers on Amazon can save $30 off their next purchase.All they need to do is use 1 Citi ThankYou point when checking out.If you have a Citi ThankYou card and shop on Amazon, both companies have put together a new offer just for you. Between now and September 30, 2020, you can 20% off your next purchase at Amazon by applying just one one ThankYou point to your purchase.In order to take advantage of the promotion, you do have to have your Citi ThankYou card linked to your Amazon account, see if you are eligible, and activate the offer. The offer is currently only ...

The Fold is coming back, and it should be better than ever.If there's one phone to be overly excited about this year, it's the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2. Last year's Galaxy Fold was the first folding phone to widely release in the U.S., taking the form factor from a wild pipe dream to a very real reality. The launch wasn't without a few hiccups along the way, but even so, there's no denying the importance and impact the Galaxy Fold has had on the entire industry.It's now 2020, and we're anticipating Samsung to soon usher in its successor in the form of the Galaxy Fold 2. The idea behind the phone will be to take that original Fold formula, add more modern specs, and fix what didn't work the first time around.If you're eager to learn more about the upcoming folding handset, keep on reading below.First FoldSamsung Galaxy Fold$1499 at Amazon$1980 at Best Buy$1398 at NeweggThe foldable that started it allWe're expecting the Galaxy Fold 2 to arrive very soon, but if you ...

I really, really wanted to like these.No matter who you are or where you come from, I think we can all agree that 2020 has been, well, a massive dumpster fire. This can be credited to multiple things that have happened this year, one of the most prominent being the global pandemic that's thrown the entire planet for a curveball.This has changed all of our lives in varying ways, including a heightened awareness of personal hygiene and cleanliness. We're washing our hands more often and longer than ever before, hand sanitizer is in every store you go to, and wearing face masks in public is the new norm. Given all of that, LG couldn't have picked a more perfect time to launch its new Tone Free true wireless earbuds.These earbuds have built-in UV lights in the charging case, which according to LG, kill 99.9% of bacteria from your earbuds whenever they're placed inside. It's the perfect gadget for a post-COVID world, but ultimately, the Tone Free HBS-FN6 end up dropping the ball in ...

Two of the world's largest best VPN providers have announced plans to close down operations in Hong Kong.Now that China has effectively taken full control of the previously part-autonomous city state with a controversial new security law, North America-based Private Internet Access and TunnelBear have decided to remove their Hong Kong servers."Effective immediately, Private Internet Access (PIA) is wiping and shutting down our VPN servers located in Hong Kong in response to the new Chinese national security law foisted by fiat on Hong Kong," wrote the firm in a blog post published on July 14th.A dangerous regimePrivate Internet Access said it made the decision "because new national security laws in the region endanger the privacy of our users and all Hong Kong residents.""China's new national security law allows law enforcement to seize servers located in Hong Kong without a warrant and otherwise execute warrantless interception of communications," it explained.The compan...

LG's new Tone Free lineup of true wireless earbuds starts at $100.What you need to knowLG's Tone Free HBS-FN6 true wireless earbuds are now available to purchase in the U.S. for $150The main selling point of the earbuds is their UVnano charging case that is claimed to be able to kill 99.9% of all bacteria.In addition to the HBS-FN6, LG has launched two more new Tone Free true wireless earbuds.LG unveiled two new true wireless earbuds last month, including one with a UVnano case capable of removing bacteria and germs from the earbuds. As promised, the new Tone Free true wireless earbuds are now on sale in the U.S.While the charging case included with the LG HBS-FN6 won't actually "clean" them, it can kill 99.9% of bacteria on the speaker mesh of the earbuds while charging them. The UV LED light inside the charging case is activated when the case is closed with the earbuds inside.The earbuds use a custom-built driver unit and offer special EQ sound settings from Meridian....

The Skullcandy Sesh true wireless earbuds are down to $29.99 at Best Buy. The earbuds are available in both black and indigo colors at this price. You can also find the Sesh in Moab Red for this same deal price on Amazon; however, those earbuds are back-ordered and may take an extra few days to ship. Other than that, the Sesh tend to have a street price around $50 and are currently going for $60 at other retailers like Home Depot.You might be surprised at just how good these earbuds are for only costing $30. They have a lot of the features of more advanced devices at a fraction of the cost. The Bluetooth will work seamlessly to pair with your devices, automatically connect, and stream all your audio whether it's music or TV shows or whatever.The earbuds are IP55 rated. This means they are resistant to water and dust. Essentially when it comes to dirt, you don't have to worry about it interfering with the earbuds' operation, even if a little bit gets in there. The water resistance...

Peacock is finally here! NBCUniversal's new streaming service has been floating around waiting to launch for some time now. This includes NBC's excellent catalog of shows as well as Universal's movies, which is plenty to keep you occupied for a while. If you've been looking for a new service and some fresh content to binge, we've got all the details on how you can make that happen right here.When did Peacock launch?NBCUniversal launched the new streaming service, Peacock, on July 15, 2020. The service debuted for an early trial with Xfinity X1 and Flex customers back on April 15, but now it's available to everyone.How much does NBC's Peacock cost?Let's just get to the meat of the issue, right? What's this new service going to cost? Well, the good news is it doesn't have to cost you anything. Not at first anyway. Peacock has a completely free version of the service supported by ads. You don't even need to give them a credit card. It's not a trial period. Just sign up and watch...

Sun's out, and the smartphone's out. But don't forget that in addition to slathering on the sunscreen, you'll have to keep your phone protected, too.Summer is all about streaming the hits of year's past and shooting a bounty of selfies. But while you're out doing that, remember to keep tabs on how hot your smartphone becomes while you're having fun.The warmer weather months don't offer a friendly climate for electronics, and the heat can actually be hazardous to overall device health. Here are a few tips to keep your smartphone cool for the summer.Don't leave the phone in the carGrab one of these if you need to tend to use turn-by-turn directions, in your car, during the hot summer months.There's a reason why it's illegal in some areas to leave your child or a pet behind in a hot car (I mean, it should be illegal everywhere). Even with the windows cracked a bit, cars are effectively giant metal and glass incubators. It's also why you shouldn't leave your smartphone behind....

Messenger's screen sharing makes its way from desktop to mobile.What you need to knowFacebook has announced screen sharing for iOS and Android.It works in both Messenger and Messenger Rooms.You'll be able to share with up to eight other videos in Messenger group video calls, or up to 16 if you're using a Messenger Room.Facebook has now brought screen sharing to its Android and iOS Messenger apps, allowing users to share their displays with others while on video calls."Screen sharing allows people to instantly share their screen with friends and family one-on-one or in a group video call with up to eight people and up to 16 people in Rooms while using Messenger on their mobile devices," Facebook's Nora Micheva, Product Manager, Messenger said, "We know people are trying to stay connected more than ever and screen sharing is the latest feature we're rolling out to bring people closer together."Here's how screen sharing would look when it rolls out:Facebook says you'll...

"Once big companies use their power, they can very very quickly push markets beyond the tipping point where competition turns into monopoly"What you need to knowThe EU is launching a sweeping new inquiry.It will probe voice assistants like Siri and Alexa.EU watchdogs are concerned about competition turning into a monopoly. The EU is launching a sweeping inquiry into the internet of things and voice assistants like Siri and Alexa.As reported by Bloomberg: Voice assistants such as Apple Inc.'s Siri and Amazon.com Inc.'s Alexa are at the center of a sweeping European Union antitrust inquiry into how Silicon Valley uses data to gain a tight grip on growing markets. EU watchdogs already see signs that tech giants might be restricting access to data or making products that don't work well with those made by other companies, the European Commission said in a statement on Thursday announcing the probe into the so-called internet of things.EU Competition Commissioner Marg...

The "Lite" version of the Galaxy S20 could be a bigger upgrade over the Galaxy S10 Lite than expected.What you need to knowThe Galaxy S20 "Fan Edition" will apparently be powered by a Snapdragon 865 chipset.It is also rumored to feature a 120Hz display with a 3.3mm hole-punch cutout.Samsung is expected to launch the phone in the fourth quarter of the year.Last month, a report had claimed that Samsung is working on a successor to the Galaxy S10 Lite, called the Galaxy S20 "Fan Edition." More details on the upcoming phone have now surfaced, courtesy of tipster Ice Universe.The tipster claims the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition will be powered by the same Snapdragon 865 chipset as the other Galaxy S20 series phones. This isn't surprising, however, as the Galaxy S10 Lite runs on the same Snapdragon 855 chipset as the flagship Galaxy S10 models. More interestingly, the phone is tipped to feature a 120Hz display. Just like the standard Galaxy S20, the Fan Edition will come with ...

It expects to have 100 million new users by the end of July...What you need to knowTikTok was recently banned in India.Indian video app Roposo is booming as a result. Roposo says it's peaking a half a million new users every hour. Following a government ban on TikTok in India, a new video platform is taking the country by storm, adding millions of new users a day.According to Bloomberg: In late June, when India banned 59 Chinese apps, including global sensation TikTok, the short-video platform stopped working for its 200 million local users. Within hours, an avalanche of new sign-ups pushed the servers of one of its Bangalore-based rivals, Roposo, to breaking point. Two weeks on, Roposo, which also offers short videos, says it's peaking at 500,000 new users an hour and expects to have 100 million by month's end. That's almost double the 55 million it had before the ban, and puts Roposo among a profusion of Indian startups to benefit from TikTok's troubles in the cou...

A button should do more than turn on your screen, and in Android 11 it can.Android 11 isn't filled with huge changes that make everything look and feel different. But there are some really nifty goodies in the next version and one of them is the new power button menu.Up until now the power button on your phone was really only there to turn it on and off. That's a waste when pushing it brings up its own menu. Android 11 replaces the vertical box that lets you shut down, restart, or take a screenshot with two other features most people want quick access to: Google Pay and smart home controls.You still have the emergency button and the power controls but now they are across the top of a new window. Right under is a picture of your default designated Google Pay card to let you know you're ready to pay for purchases. Just hold your phone to a credit card reader set up to use Google Pay and you're good to go. You can't access Google Pay when your screen is locked, so it offers the ...

Faster and hotter charging will make your battery fail prematurely no matter what safeguards are in place. The question is how much.Everyone hates the fact that we have to charge our phones. While smartphone battery life is getting better each and every year, we still wish there were some sort of fission reactor or something inside our phones so they would never need to be plugged in. That's why we love to hear about how fast a new phone can charge; it means less time plugged into the wall.But like everything that looks good on the surface, there are drawbacks. With fast charging, those drawbacks could be pretty serious when it comes to battery health.Battery health: What is it?In case you're not sure what that means, battery health is a term that describes how much a battery has degraded since it was brand new. Battery degradation means that the actual capacity is diminished and that means two things: you spend more time on the charger and you eventually have a phone that ...

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The MLS is Back Tournament is well underway in Orlando, Florida, and today's schedule sees the return of the Canadian Classique as Montreal Impact take on Toronto FC. Follow along with all of the action wherever you are with our Montreal vs Toronto live stream guide.Both teams are taking part in their second MLS is Back group stage game this evening in this Group C clash. After a few months off, there's plenty to play for in the tournament-style competition with group games contributing to regular season standings and the overall MLS is Back winner gaining a CONCACAF Champions League berth.Toronto FC lost a 2-0 lead in their first game against D.C. United, ultimately drawing the game 2-2 thanks to two late goals from a 10-man Black-and-Red. Greg Vanney's side will want to bounce back from that opening game disappointment against rivals Montreal in the 47th Canadian Classique meeting. In the overall Eastern Conference standings, Toronto FC sits in fourth place with five points fro...

Qualcomm, which owns the aptX Bluetooth codec, describes aptX Low Latency as "audio that keeps up." The implication is that sound will be in sync with whatever you're watching on a screen, which is critical if you're watching a show, movie, or playing a game. The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 stands out as the best headphones available with this codecyeah because they offer excellent all-around performance.Best Overall: Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 (3rd Gen)Bang & Olufsen first launched the Beoplay H9 in 2017, and the headphones have now entered their third generation. They have a number of features you would expect for the price, including a premium build and comfortable fit, though are probably a little overpriced when considering competitors offer the same for less. However, many of those competitors don't support aptX Low Latency, putting these in unique territory for viewing content without sync issues.It reduces the delay to a maximum of 40 milliseconds, which is ...

Update: In a surprising turn of events, several of NBC's TV stations across the U.S. are refusing to air the 30 Rock special on Thursday night — the reasoning being that it promotes NBC's new streaming service Peacock too heavily. If your local NBC channel is not airing the special, check below for the list of channels which will air the reunion on Friday night instead.Just last month, NBC announced the return of 30 Rock with a reunion special that brings the star-studded cast back for one more episode. After seven years off the air, 30 Rock stars Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, Tracy Morgan, Jane Krakowski, and Jack McBrayer are set to reprise their roles for an hour-long special that's coming to your screen later this week.The 30 Rock reunion special was filmed using social distancing production techniques to keep the cast and crew safe, and the episode itself doesn't shy away from the current events in the world either. In fact, the first promo shows Fey's character Liz Lemon wearing...

Vivo has also launched its TWS Neo true wireless earbuds in India.What you need to knowVivo's premium mid-range X50 and X50 Pro smartphones have been launched in India.The Vivo X50 Pro is the world's first smartphone to feature gimbal-like video stabilization. Both phones will go on sale in the country starting July 24.Vivo unveiled its X50 series of camera-focused smartphones in China last month. The X50 series has now made its way to the Indian market. However, the flagship X50 Pro+ isn't coming to India.The Vivo X50 has been priced at ₹34,990 ($465) in India for the 8GB/128GB version and ₹37,990 ($505) for the 8GB/256GB version. Vivo X50 Pro, on the other hand, will be available in a single 8GB/256GB variant for ₹49,990 ($665). The two phones will be going on sale in the country starting July 24, although consumers can pre-book them starting today.Unlike the Vivo X50 sold in China, the Indian variant of the phone is powered by a Snapdragon 730 chipset. Vivo X50...

Ready for some golf? When the Memorial Tournament kicks off this week, it will mark the first time since 1957 the PGA Tour has had two events played in a row on the same course. Although, this event will look much different than last week's Workday Charity Open both in terms of how the course will play out and who will be there.PGA Tour Memorial Tournament when & where:The PGA Tour is back with the Memorial Tournament this week from Thursday, July 16, to Sunday, July 19. This is an annual event hosted by golf legend Jack Nicklaus and taking place at the Nicklaus-designed Muirfield Village Golf Club in Ohio. The first tee times for the event start at 7 a.m. Eastern, although players like Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods don't tee off until 1:17 p.m.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it will be played without spectators. While that's unusual, it is not unexpected as golf has been mostly shut down since March.How to stream PGA Tour Memorial Tournament from anywhereIf you're intent on...

Having lost a thrilling first Test, the home side now need a win to keep the series alive. Read on to find out how to get an England v West Indies live stream and watch the second Test online from anywhere.With England having lost the first Test by four wickets in Southampton, the hosts are likely to make changes across the board for Old Trafford.One guaranteed return to the England line up will be Joe Root who is set to return as skipper having missed out on the first Test due to the birth of his daughter. The experienced Stuart Broad also looks a good bet for a return to the team following his controversial exclusion from the first Test line-up.Despite the quick turn-around between Tests, it's unlikely the Windies will be rotating a winning team, following such a sparkling display by Jason Holder's side in the first game.Holder led by example at the Rose Bowl, tearing through England's batting order with a six-wicket haul, and is now ranked as the second-best bowler in the ...

The hack is affecting a number of high profile accounts on the platform.What you need to knowTwitter has experienced a major security breach.The breach has resulted in a number of accounts sending Bitcoin-related tweets.The hack appears to be part of a widespread cryptocurrency scam.Twitter is currently experiencing a widespread security breach that is resulting in a number of high profile accounts enouraging their followers to send Bitcoin to an unknown account.Twitter's official Support account has acknowledged the breach, saying that they are actively investigating and working on a fix.We are aware of a security incident impacting accounts on Twitter. We are investigating and taking steps to fix it. We will update everyone shortly.— Twitter Support (@TwitterSupport) July 15, 2020Apple, along with a number of high profile Twitter accounts like Elon Musk, Uber, and Barack Obama have all been affected by the breach. While each tweet has been slightly different, al...

All of Microsoft Launcher 6.0's new goodies are finally out of preview.What you need to knowMicrosoft Launcher is getting its biggest overhaul since launch.The app's 6.0 update is now rolling out for everyone with landscape mode, a fresh design, and more..You can grab Microsoft Launcher 6.0 now from Google Play.Microsoft has been cooking up a new version of Microsoft Launcher in preview for several months, and now it's finally available for everyone to check out. Version 6.0 of the app is now officially rolling out to everyone, and it comes with a refreshed design, new features, and more."This launcher is built on a new codebase allowing us to bring multiple new features to you – such as Personalized News, Landscape mode, Customizable App Icons, Bing-Supported Wallpaper, Dark Theme, and numerous performance improvements like speed to load, low memory utilization, battery optimization and fluent animations," Microsoft said in its blog post announcing the new update. Here...

Gmail is being revamped into a productivity powerhouse.Update, July 15 (04:00 pm ET): Google has officially announced the upcoming changes.What you need to knowGoogle plans to integrate more of its productivity services into Gmail later this year.On mobile and the web, it'll be adding support for G Suite's Chat service.For Gmail desktop users, Google will be building in full-blown Google Docs integration for more effective collaboration. Gmail is going to get a work focused revamp, as per leaked slides from Google's upcoming Cloud Next presentation. The company had already added some minor integration with Meet a while back, but now it plans to weave in support for Chat as well. For the latter service, Google will add two tabs, one called "Chat" for one-on-one exchanges, while another will be called "Rooms" for group conversations. On the web, Google is adding side-by-side Google Doc editing directly from your email, so you don't have to leave your inbox to make a quick e...

The Raspberry Pi is great when tucked away being part of the internet of things, but it's best when you're enjoying the web, watching a video, or doing anything else a more expensive and bigger computer can do. Best of all, there are plenty of great products that let you take it all with you. Check out these ultra-portable screens for your Raspberry Pi.Super Low PowerGeeekPi 7-inch Capacitive Touch ScreenStaff pickThis 7-inch capacitive display has a 1024x600 resolution and connects via HDMI. It also only requires 500mA of power for its backlight. There are two additional USB ports for you to take advantage of and expand and extend.$53 at AmazonFrom the sourceRaspberry Pi 7-inch Touch Screen DisplayRaspberry Pi has made a 7-inch touch screen display of its own, and sports a resolution of 800x480, along with multi-touch support. There are just two connections needed to make from the display to the Raspberry Pi board for easy installation. Raspberry Pi also in...

Valhalla keeps it familiar while bringing new features to the table. Oh, and horses can swim now.Assassin's Creed Valhalla is the latest historical outing from Ubisoft, set in 9th century England during the Dark Ages with, you guessed it, Vikings. I had the chance to view three hours of gameplay with a walkthrough by a demoist, and I came out of that session feeling optimistic about what the company has in store for players. It's a little rough around the edges, but it was a work-in-progress build that signals a lot of potential for the final product.Viking raidsAssassin's Creed Valhalla$50 at Amazon$60 at Best Buy$50 at WalmartConquer new lands for glory and honorAfter endless wars ravage Norway and resources are scarce, you'll lead your clan to the shores of England in the hopes of finding a new home. Unfortunately, not everyone is keen on having Vikings around, and King Alfred of Wessex will do all he can to keep you from settling.For the demo, only the regio...

Juventus travel to Sassuolo as Serie A football continues today. Follow along with all of the action wherever you are with our Sassuolo vs Juventus live stream guide.Juve currently sit eight points clear at the top of Serie A and will hope to secure a victory tonight as the season approaches its climax. Sassuolo will be no pushover, though, with the team in a great run of form having recorded four consecutive victories.Juventus had won all of their post-lockdown league games up until their 4-2 defeat at AC Milan on July 7. The team also just scraped a point in their last outing with a 90th-minute Cristiano Ronaldo penalty securing a 2-2 draw against Atalanta. The Bianconeri will want to get back to winning ways with just six Serie A games remaining of the 2019/20 campaign.Sassuolo will want to continue their current unbeaten run that has seen them rise to eighth place in the league. Their latest victory came at second-placed Lazio after going 1-0 down in the first half. Roberto...