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A near-perfect balance of quality, features, and price.When I sit down to write a review for a gadget here at AC, it's usually for a new pair of headphones/earbuds, a smartwatch, or a new Android phone. Today's a little different, however. Some time ago, Hisense reached out and asked if I wanted to take a look at its new H8G Quantum Series television. I'm not the biggest TV buff by any means, but I figured it'd at least be a good excuse to re-familiarize myself with Android TV.After having the 65-inch variant of the H8G Quantum in my living room for a few weeks, I've come to realize a couple of things — 1) Android TV has gotten a lot better since I last used it, and 2) Hisense has crafted a seriously excellent TV at an extremely competitive price.This isn't the cheapest or the best-looking television you can buy, but if you're looking for a near-perfect mix of picture quality, features, and cost, the H8G Quantum Series should be at the top of your short-list.Checks all th...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.Your credit card benefits can significantly offset the annual fee on a card — but that only applies if you actually can make use of the perks. For instance, one of the many upsides to having The Platinum Card® from American Express is an up to $200 annual Uber credit. The credit is split into monthly $15 increments, except for December, when you receive $35 in credit.That Uber benefit — along with other great perks such as lounge access, an up to $200 annual airline fee credit, and hotel and car rental elite status — substantially offset the Platinum card's $550 annual fee (see rates and fees).However, with coronavirus paralyzing travel and with millions of people staying at home social...

Sling TV is intent on keeping everyone entertained while we practice social distancing by staying at home. Now, thanks to its latest offer, you don't have to pay a cent to watch live TV channels like Fox, NBC, FX, Syfy, Comedy Central and more. With Sling's "Happy Hour Across America" promotion, the Sling Blue plan is free to watch for everyone between the hours of 5p.m. and midnight EST every single night. Though this opportunity surely won't last forever, there's no known end to the promotion, so take advantage of it while you can.Free StreamingSling TVSling is curing our quarantine blues with free access to its Sling Blue live TV streaming plan during 5p.m. and midnight EST every night. That includes over 45 channels, over 50,000 on-demand movies and shows, and a free Cloud DVR. No credit card required.See at SlingNot sure what to watch tonight? The on-screen guide at Sling makes it easy to see what's airing and when, so whether you want to stream Property Brothers live...

Max data, domesticallyVisibleFrom $40/month at VisibleProsUnlimited talk, textUnlimited dataUnlimited hotspot (5Mbps)Bigger Verizon LTE networkSimple planConsNo Canada or Mexico optionNo international roamingVisible offers a simple plan with unlimited talk, text, and data in the U.S. With Verizon's robust network providing the backbone, you'll be able to confidently stay connected even on the move. However, you might have some issues internationally.Max data, even in MexicoBoost MobileFrom $30/month at Boost MobileProsMexico serviceUnlimited talk and textSave with more linesMultiple plansConsSmaller hotspotMore expensive for unlimitedSmaller Sprint LTE networkMaking use of Sprint's LTE network, Boost mobile offers a lot of data at a great price. If you're covered, this can be a great network. Boost is also a much stronger option for customers that may want to call or travel to Mexico.Visible offers the strongest overall ...

Parks and Recreation is returning to the air five years after the show's finale for a new 30-minute reunion special on Thursday, April 30 and we have all the details on how you can watch the original cast return on TV or online. Staying connected with family and friends is more important than ever during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak and that is exactly what Pawnee's most dedicated civil servant, Leslie Knope will be trying to do in the new reunion special.In addition to Amy Poehler, all of the show's original cast including Rashida Jones, Aziz Ansari, Nick Offerman, Aubrey Plaza, Chris Pratt, Adam Scott, Rob Lowe, Jim O'Heir, and Retta will return along with a few special guest stars from the Parks & Rec universe.If the news that the show is returning for a special reunion episode isn't enough, it will also help raise funds for Feeding America's Covid-19 Response Fund. State Farm, Subaru of America and NBC will be making a total of $500,000 in matching donations to raise ...

When it comes to putting up a security system in your home you want to make sure you purchase the right one for your needs. With many options on the market, it can be hard making sure you've picked the one best suited to you. Familiar brand names such as Nest and Ring are ones most people gravitate towards, but there are other great brands out there that you may want to consider as well. We've rounded up a selection of outdoor cameras to help you decide.Bright floodlightsRing Floodlight CamStaff pickIf you want a quality security camera/lighting combination with great Amazon Alexa integration, then the Ring Floodlight Cam is a good pick. When motion is detected, the floodlights come on, you're notified, and the camera rolls. There's 2-way audio to speak to whoever is on the other side of the lens and the ability to activate a siren to ward off intruders. The two floodlights shine at 1,800 lumens, casting a bright light on your chosen area. The camera is weather-resistant ...

The Kōkua Festival is back and bigger than ever before. Held in celebration of music and environmental awareness between 2004 and 2010, getting to the festival previously meant having to find a way to get down to Honolulu. However, Kōkua Festival 2020 is bringing the event worldwide with a livestream that's set to be hosted right from Jack Johnson's front porch later today.Today's livestream is set to last for two hours and will feature live performances from musicians like Ben Harper, G.Love, Ziggy Marley, Jack Johnson of course, and several others. You'll even be treated to home cooking lessons from some of Hawaiʻi's top chefs, Ed Kenney and Mark Noguchi.The festival has always served as a fundraiser for the Kōkua Hawaiʻi Foundation, a non-profit organization that supports environmental education in schools and communities of Hawaiʻi. Donations made during the livestream will benefit not only the foundation but also local COVID-19 relief efforts across the state.Kōkua ...

The NFL Draft 2020 is already under way, and to kick off the third day of picks, Luke Bryan will be offering up a free live performance. The "Play It Again" performance will stream directly before the picks begin, and will be available to anyone who tunes in and watches on the same networks as the draft takes place. This is part of Verizon's #PayItForwardLIVE series of performances, where singers put on a show from the isolation of their own home.Wondering how you can tune in and watch the performance for yourself? We have all the details below!Luke Bryan NFL Draft 2020 Performance: When & where?Luke Bryan's 'Play it Again' performance will take place during the 2020 NFL Draft on Saturday, April 25. The singer will take the stage at noon Eastern and it will stream on ESPN, NFL Network and ABC, plus the ESPN app and NFL app as well as streaming on Sling TV and YouTube TV.How to watch Luke Bryan's 2020 NFL Draft performance from anywhereThe options listed below make it ea...

You may have heard the term Voice over LTE or VoLTE and not realized exactly what it was or why your phone would need to use it. VoLTE is just a fancy way of saying that your phone is using a portion of the LTE data spectrum for voice calls, which should result in a more consistent signal and clearer calls. Most modern phones will have this setting turned on by default, though there may be reasons why an OEM or carrier didn't have it activated to begin with (having to do with the phone's internals or the telecom network). The good news is that it's an easy setting to enable, and once done, you can enjoy clearer calls and better signals.How to enable VoLTE on your Samsung Galaxy phoneOpen the Settings app on your home screen or app drawer, or slide down from the top of your screen.Tap on Connections.Tap on Mobile networks.Toggle on VoLTE calls.From here on out, your phone calls will be handled via LTE data as long as that's an option where you are. Whenever it's not, yo...

TVs all kind of look the same these days, and not in a good way. They add a lot of visual clutter to a room, particularly when not in use, and with some of the sizes they come in these days, they really dominate the room they are in. That's a problem Samsung set out to solve with its The Frame. Instead of being a blank black slab, it's a 4K UHD TV set that, when not in use, transforms itself into a work of art and today only Woot has select factory reconditioned models on sale starting at $759.99.Though these TVs aren't brand new, they've each been inspected directly by Samsung to ensure they're in like new condition and properly working. Samsung even includes a 90-day warranty with the purchase. Log in with an Amazon Prime membership for free shipping, or start a free 30-day trial.The unique feature of this set is its Art Mode. When you aren't using the TV, it basically becomes the frame of a work of art (hence the name). You can choose your favorite art, even buy some of the on...

What is contact tracing? Should I be concerned about it? How does it work?With the coronavirus pandemic perhaps showing signs of letting up in some countries throughout Europe and beyond, you might have heard a good deal of conversation around contact tracing. Particularly, in the context of reducing lockdown and stay at home measures as countries look toward life after COVID-19. But what is contact tracing? How does it work? What's that thing Apple and Google are doing? Should I be concerned about my privacy? For answers to all these questions and more, check out our deep dive into the world of contact tracing.Tracing contactIn essence, contact tracing does exactly what it says on the tin, it traces contact. It's used the world over to chart and manage the spread of infectious diseases (including sexually transmitted ones) by establishing who an infected person has had contact with. This, in turn, allows people who've potentially been exposed to a disease or virus to be notifi...

Features are great but having a way to use them without typing cryptic commands is even better.Android is, always has been, and always will be jam-packed with software features. Even the most bare-bones software as seen on something like the Pixel phone will have features that you never knew you needed until you did need them. And it will also have features you didn't even know existed because they are hidden without any sort of user interface to actually use them.Thankfully, Android 11 brings two of these very useful features to the light with a proper — and easy — way to use them: screen recording and wireless ADB (Android Debug Bridge, a way to communicate with a computer).Here's everything new and changed in Android 11 Developer Preview 3You've probably seen something on the internet about these "new" features, but what most people don't know or remember is that neither is new at all. That's a failure on Google's part; when something users or developers (or both) want...

Android's best dealGoogle Pixel 3a$370 at AmazonProsFantastic cameraOLED display looks greatPerformance is fast and fluidClean, up-to-date softwareHas a 3.5mm headphone jackCons64GB is the only storage optionGuaranteed updates stop in May 2022The Pixel 3a wowed us back in May 2019 when it was released, and all this time later, it continues to be one of the best Android deals around. Just about everything about the Pixel 3a is as strong as ever, including its excellent camera, colorful display, and smooth performance. Oh, and it's also the only phone here with a headphone jack.The phone for everyoneiPhone SE (2020)From $400 at Best BuyProsInsanely fast performanceReliable cameraWireless chargingMultiple storage optionsBacked by years of software updatesConsScreen may be too small for some peopleCamera lacks a night modeBelieve it or not, we live in a world where Apple has created a phone that's a better value that almost all of...

The pair strongly rebuffed calls to support centralized contact tracing technology.What you need to knowAn EU official has said that Apple and Google are holding EU states hostage.That's after they rebuffed calls from France and Germany to back their contact tracing solutions.Apple and Google will not accommodate solutions that involve holding personal data on a central server.An EU official has said that Apple and Google are holding EU states hostage after they rebuffed further calls to support contact tracing solutions offered by France and Germany.As Reuters reports: A standoff between the two largest nations in the European Union and Silicon Valley escalated on Friday as Apple and Google rebuffed demands by France and Germany to back their approach to using smartphone technology to trace coronavirus infections. Countries are rushing to develop apps to assess the risk that one person can infect another with the coronavirus, helping to isolate those who could s...

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.While no one is accessing airport lounges right now (let alone airports in general) due to a global pandemic, travel will return in the months ahead. Airport lounge access is crucial for many travelers, either to relax before a journey ahead or to stay productive and get work done.American's Admirals Club lounges are currently either shut down or open with significantly reduced service, depending on the location. However, when people start taking to the skies again, the best ways to access Admirals Clubs is through one specific credit card — the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard®.In fact, this is the only card that can get you into Admirals Clubs. While it does come with ...

The NFL Draft 2020 is already under way, and to kick off the third day of picks, Luke Bryan will be offering up a free live performance. The "Play It Again" performance will stream directly before the picks begin, and will be available to anyone who tunes in and watches on the same networks as the draft takes place. This is part of Verizon's #PayItForwardLIVE series of performances, where singers put on a show from the isolation of their own home.Wondering how you can tune in and watch the performance for yourself? We have all the details below!Luke Bryan NFL Draft 2020 Performance: When & where?Luke Bryan's 'Play it Again' performance will take place during the 2020 NFL Draft on Saturday, April 25. The singer will take the stage at noon Eastern and it will stream on ESPN, NFL Network and ABC, plus the ESPN app and NFL app as well as streaming on Sling TV and YouTube TV.How to watch Luke Bryan's 2020 NFL Draft performance from anywhereThe options listed below make it ea...

While most major sporting events have been cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak, football fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the league's next season this fall. Before then though, the general managers and other NFL team officials will have a chance to choose which college players will join their ranks in the league's first ever virtual draft.Up until 2015, New York City was the home of the NFL Draft for 50 years, then the league decided to begin holding the event in a new location each year. This year's draft was originally scheduled to be held in Las Vegas before the decision was made to implement a virtual selection instead. Now the general managers of all 32 teams will make their picks either online or over the phone from their homes.To make its virtual draft a reality, the NFL is working with its longtime partner Microsoft who has created a modified version of its Microsoft Teams application which will be used for most of the communication between the league and its t...

It's accompanied by an automated message to ensure the participants' privacy.What you need to knowLive Caption will soon work with phone calls.Code found in the third Android 11 Developer Preview shows Google is actively working on the feature.Turning it on will be accompanied by an automated message informing other participants that the call is being transcribed.When it launched with Android 10 last year, Live Caption was one of the most exciting new features to come out of the Mountain View giant's labs. Since then, it's been extremely popular with users, and Google has been hard at work expanding its availability. Once a Pixel 4 exclusive, the feature was soon ported to older Pixel devices and is now even available on OnePlus and Samsung phones.However, one of the most significant limitations of the feature, alongside its sparse availability, has been the inability to use the feature with phone calls and video calls, a natural use case for an audio accessibility featur...

It's a part of "normal restructuring" for the company.What you need to knowSome OnePlus offices in Europe have been laid off by up to 80%.The layoffs have occurred in the UK, France, and Germany.These are part of "strategic restructuring."Not too long ago, OnePlus found itself in headlines for launching its new OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro devices. The company is making waves yet again, but this time for a much different reason. According to a report from Engadget, the phone manufacturer has gone ahead with substantial layoffs across various offices in Europe.Per the report: According to sources close to the matter, many regional offices — namely UK, France and Germany — have been downsized by as much as 80 percent, leaving skeletal teams of around three people in some countries. Last summer, the teams in Spain and Italy went through the same phase, before being completely laid off eventually. This was followed by a large turnover of UK staff soon afterward.OnePlus conf...

RuPaul is about to put a whole new spin on the drag race you know and love. Beginning tonight, April 24 on VH1, RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race is set to premiere the first of a four-part spin-off series of the popular competition show. However, this time, it won't be just anyone struttin' their stuff down the runway.Celebrities from TV, music, and more will be making their drag debut, but you'll have to watch to see who shows up. Each episode will feature three celebries undergoing a drag transformation, mentored by some of your favorite Drag Race alumni. As of now, only Nico Tortorella from Lifetime's Younger has been announced as a guest celeb, with Bob The Drag Queen, Monét X Change and Trixie Mattel set to be mentors during the first episode.RuPaul's Celebrity Drag Race: When & whereThis new spin-off mini-series airs on Friday nights, and will make its debut on April 24 at 9:30 p.m. Eastern. The show airs on VH1 and will only be four episodes long, so don't miss t...

Oculus Quest is Facebook's last piece of hardware in its first generation of VR devices. It has six degrees of freedom, movement tracking so you can game throughout an area and two Touch Controllers, which facilitate a wide range of gameplay. The Oculus Quest now has over 100 games available, ranging from first-person shooters to musical saber swinging titles. We marked the latest titles with "new," and at the top of the list, so you can keep track of all the latest games.New titlesAvailable nowSupported Oculus Go gamesConfirmed future titlesTeased future titlesNewOld meets newPixel Ripped 1995NewYou can play old-fashion pixel-style games within VR in this title. In it, you need to restore balance to a dimension by playing 16-bit and 32-bit style games.$20 at Oculus StoreFull fitnessSupernaturalNewThis game will get you a full-body workout set to music. You'll be able to compete with friends and leaderboards using a partner smartphone app as well...

The iPhone SE deals are flowing already, and in typical fashion Mint Mobile is here to knock the socks off all the other options out there. For a limited time, new customers can get the iPhone SE with service for just $30 per month. That's right, it's the phone, financed over 24 months, plus Mint Mobile's 3GB data plan. You can move to the 8GB plan for $5 more per month, or up to the 12GB one for $10 more per month, making the prices $35 or $40 per month total respectively.We've seen Mint Mobile offer some pretty great deals in the past, and this one is definitely in line with those. It does only apply to new customers, but existing customers can purchase the device and finance it from Mint Mobile instead if they wish.iPhone SE + Mint Mobile serviceFrom $30 at Mint MobileThis limited-time promotion scores you Apple's newest (and most affordable) iPhone paired with Mint Mobile's great service for one low monthly cost.For those who prefer to prepay for everything, Mint ha...

Just because live concerts and performances have been cancelled across the world doesn't mean the music has to stop. Musicians are filling the void with live online performances and shows that bring you even closer to the action on stage. While many musicians are setting up their own livestreams and recording equipment to put on a show, the Warner Music Group is bringing together past performances of some of its best artists in a livestream event that's just beginning!PlayOn Fest is unlike any other music festival. Featuring shows from more than 65 top artists in music today, the 3-day livestream event takes you around the world with past performances from festivals like Bonnaroo and Rock in Rio. While you may have seen some of these shows the first time they were originally streamed online or broadcast on television, PlayOn Fest is airing select shows in full for the first time. Considering that many aren't available to watch anywhere else, you don't want to miss this opportunity ...

For gamers, being stuck at home isn't all that bad. After all, you finally have some time to play through that backlog of games that's been looming over you until now. But, after weeks of being stuck inside, even the most dedicated gamer can start feeling a bit fatigued. Why not change things up and take that hobby in a new direction?With the Hands-On Game Development Bundle, you can ditch the role of 'player' and dive deep into the world of video game design and production. In just 12 hours of training, you'll learn everything you need to know from the basics of C++ and JavaScript programming to the production of a real game in Unity3D (a professional-grade game development engine).Whether you want to make games for PC, console, or mobile, the Hands-On Game Development Bundle has you covered. Included in this 10-course bundle is training for touch-based gaming, augmented reality (AR) gaming, and specific gaming genres such as real-time strategy (RTS).You'll start off by creatin...

Unlimited for lessVisible$40 per month at VisibleProsUnlimited talk, text, and LTE dataUnlimited hotspot (5Mbps)Verizon LTELower unlimited priceConsNo international serviceFewer available phonesNo roaming or 3G serviceVisible offers a great unlimited option for smartphone users that are covered by the Verizon LTE network, which is most people. With a simple flat rate, this is a great option for heavy and light data users alike.Plenty of optionsVerizon PrepaidFrom $30 per month at VerizonProsVerizon LTE, 3G, and roamingDouble data for a limited timeMexico and Canada calling availableUnlimited talk and textConsNo hotspot on the unlimited planMore expensive for unlimitedComplicated plansAutopay required for lower pricesVerizon Prepaid has some excellent options for people that don't need unlimited data. As long as double data is in effect and data rollover is present, most users will be able to put together a good working plan....

Game anywhereGoogle Stadia$10/month at StadiaProsFree trial for the next two monthsPlay across PC, tablet, TV, and Android phoneResolution is currently limited to 1080p but is typically 4KConsLimited games libraryMost games cost full pricePromised features have been slow to roll outGoogle Stadia launched in November, offering subscribers the chance to play new AAA games across their PC, TV, and Android devices without any downloads or updates. Google has promised to continue to expand its games library and add new features to the still-developing service.Stream or downloadPlayStation Now$10/month at PlayStationProsMassive library including PlayStation exclusivesHundreds of PS4 titles available to downloadFlexible subscription plansConsNo portable platformFree trial is only seven daysLacks access to new gamesSony's PlayStation Now allows instant access to hundreds of games, including exclusive hits like Marvel's Spider-Man and Th...

Like with Samsung, the offer runs through June 30.What you need to knowGoogle and uBreakiFix have teamed up to offer free repairs to Pixel owners who are also first responders or healthcare workers.Eligible workers get one free repair, no matter what kind of damage or device it is.Samsung owners can also take advantage of a similar deal.Google and uBreakiFix are teaming up to support first line responders amid the current crisis. These include law enforcement, police officers, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), firefighters, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and nursing home and hospital staff.Members of this profession will be able to have their Pixel phone repaired for free. This covers any type of damage, ranging from broken screens to liquid damage that woud typically not be covered by warranties. As long as they had their work ID, they'd be able to go to any of uBreakiFix's 500 participating U.S. locations. Mindful of social distancing, the company offers curbside se...

It's easier to shuffle and repeat, lyrics are finally here and easy to use. Please don't make me wait three weeks to get this update on my phone. Please.What you need to knowYouTube Music is beginning a roll out of a new playback screen on its Android app.The new UI puts the repeat and shuffle buttons on the playback screen rather than a queue screen.It also features the addition of lyrics to supported songs and a bigger, easier to edit queue screen.The update will roll out to Android over the next few weeks, with the iOS update planned "in the near future".The YouTube Music interface tweaks that we've seen testing in the last few months are finally beginning to roll out to the general public! This update includes the sharper, more useful playback screen, the rollout of a lyrics tab in the playback menu, and seamless switching between the album and video version of a song is now always visible rather than having to tap the album art to bring it up. You can also access the ...

Buy in bulkMint MobileFrom $15 per month at Mint MobileProsT-Mobile LTE networkUnlimited talk and textUnlimited slowed data after allowanceFree calls to Canada and MexicoHotspot on every planConsMust buy in bulkNo unlimited optionSave money by buying in bulk. Plans come with unlimited talk and text and have no overages after you've used your data. Speeds are lowered, but you can upgrade your plan mid-cycle or easily add more data.Big on dataBoost MobileFrom $30 per month at Boost MobileProsSprint LTE networkUnlimited dataHotspot on all plansUnlimited music streamingSave with more linesConsSD video streams on two lower plansGet a ton of data on the Sprint network for your phone and your Wi-Fi devices with Boost Mobile. With savings on multiple lines and unlimited music streaming on the 3GB plan, this is an excellent plan for streamers.Mint Mobile is going to be cheaper overall, but Boost has a lot of features going for it ...

Social distancing measures have us all going insane, and with live sports cancelled for the foreseeable future, it's a bit of a bore to be stuck at home and unsure of what to watch. Thankfully, musicians spanning all genres are keeping the public entertained with a variety of online shows and performances that you wouldn't get a chance to experience otherwise. Some artists are really going all-out with these live events, and Post Malone is the next big star with a show you don't want to miss.This show will be a bit different from most of Post Malone's performances, and that's not because it's solely available online. It's actually a tribute to the legendary rock band Nirvana, and Post is set to perform both hits and fan favorites from the group during the show.The concert will be available for free on Post Malone's YouTube channel, so you can tune in from the device of your choice with ease.Post Malone x Nirvana Tribute: When and wherePost Malone's Nirvana Tribute performance...

What's better than finding a game you love, finding a game you love and only having to pay for it once to play it on two devices. Many popular games support cross-buy between the Oculus Quest and Oculus Rift. If you buy any of the games in this collection for one platform, you'll get them on the other without having to spend another penny.Shoot to the musicPistol WhipStaff pickThis rhythmic shooter brings the action to you. You shoot, dodge, dance, and defeat enemies to the rhythm of the music to feel like you're in an action movie.$25 Oculus StoreSeeeeet hut!2MD: VR Football UnleashedYou can immerse yourself in VR football with this game. You throw the ball with your Touch Controller, draw plays to run, and play against AI on the gridiron.$15 at Oculus"Accounting"Accounting+This comedic game is just about everything other than accounting in an office. It takes you to a series of virtual worlds where you go on a humorous adventure.$12 at Ocul...

This is an S.O.S. for all Jonas Brothers fans. Last year the band reunited to the delight of listeners around the world, and now you can begin streaming the resulting tour that took them around the world — right from your own living room. Just yesterday, the group announced that a concert documentary titled "Happiness Continues: A Jonas Brothers Concert Film" would be coming to Amazon Prime Video, and it's now available to begin watching!This concert film is a follow-up to last year's Prime-exclusive documentary Chasing Happiness which follows the reuniting of the band after years apart. It's available in both HD and 4K UHD so you can score a front-row view that's better than most concert-goers got to witness. The film not only shares performances of popular Jonas Brothers songs like "Only Human", "S.O.S.", and "LoveBug", but you'll also go behind-the-scenes with the guys as they discuss the making of the tour, from staging to wardrobe, and much more.Watch Happiness Continues o...

Samsung's new Galaxy A11 is an interesting entry into the budget market with a flagship-like design at just a fraction of the cost. And as is the case with all smartphones, you don't want something to happen to your new device, so grab a new case to go with your A11 and keep it protected.Unique designsEntaifeng Grippy TPU CaseStaff PickIf you insist on putting a case on your new Galaxy A11, then why not give it something that shows off your personality? The Entaifeng Grippy TPU Case does this with three different unique designs, all while offering great shock absorption and more for your phone. The company also includes a three-month warranty if something happens to your case.$7 at AmazonProtect every cornerOlixar SentinelWhen it comes to protecting your devices, getting a case is only part of the battle, as you won't want to end up with a damaged screen. Olixar recognizes this and with the Sentinel, you'll get a rugged TPU case with a brushed finish, but th...

The two phones will continue to receive stable OxygenOS updates.What you need to knowOnePlus is ending the open beta testing program for the OnePlus 6 and 6T phones.OnePlus 6 and 6T users running OxygenOS Open Beta are recommended to roll back to the stable OxygenOS 10.3.2 build. The last Open Beta build for the two phones was rolled out earlier this month.OnePlus today announced that it is ending the OxygenOS Open Beta testing program for the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T phones, after nearly two years. The company says it decided to end the beta testing program for the two phones to "prepare the addition of new devices to the program."OxygenOS Open Beta 6, which was rolled out earlier this month, will be the last open beta build for the two phones. While it is disappointing that OnePlus 6 and 6T owners will no longer be able to try out new features before they arrive on the stable channel, the two phones will continue to receive stable OxygenOS updates with new features and ...

But plans changed, and the company moved away from that angle.What you need to knowGoogle was testing a tipping feature for sites as part of an extension to its Google Funding Choices and Contributor services.The feature would have let users donate from 20 cents to up to $5 to sites ranging from large organizations to small independent artists.The company eventually decided not to continue developing this feature.Google was working on a new tipping feature for websites as part of an extension of the now-defunct Google Contributor service. The company would have allowed users to make one-time donations ranging from 20 cents to $5 to support creators. This would have ranged from big corporations like the New York Times to sites owned by independent musicians and artists.The goal of the new service was to encourage users to donate money and reward sites and their creators for making content they enjoyed.TechCrunch reported: Google confirmed that the designs were of an ...

One of the most important upgrades Chromebooks have gotten over the last three years is the switch from old, proprietary barrel connector chargers to simple, standard, widely-adopted USB-C Power Delivery charging. Because of this, no matter how expensive or affordable, all Chromebooks releases in the last few years can use the same reliable USB-C chargers, and here are my favorite single-port and multi-port chargers.Sleek and swiftRAVPower 45W Ultrathin PD ChargerStaff pickThis Chromebook charger is the size of a standard deck of playing cards, but it'll still output top speed for your Chromebook with ease. It's as easy on your wallet as it is on your pocket, and it's low-profile to stash behind your desk.$26 at AmazonCharge it allAUKEY Omnia 65W Fast Charger65W is more than a Chromebook needs, but this model from AUKEY that debuted at CES is impressively compact despite its ability to quickly charge a Chromebook and another device at the same time.$40 at Amazon...

Verizon will probably roll out One UI 2.1 to the tablet as part of a future software update.What you need to knowVerizon has finally released the Android 10 update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6.The update brings new features such as Smart Reply, Live Transcribe, improved gestures, and more. Unfortunately, the update does not bring One UI 2.1 to the Verizon variant of the 10.5-inch tablet. Samsung released the much-awaited Android 10 update for the international variants of its flagship Galaxy Tab S6 earlier this month. Along with all the new Android 10 features, the update also brought One UI 2.1 features such as Quick Share to the 10.5-inch tablet. Verizon has now started pushing the Android 10 update over-the-air for the 4G LTE-capable variant of the tablet.The Android 10 update for the Verizon Galaxy Tab S6 arrives as version T867VVRU2BTC4 and comes with numerous new features. Some of the major highlights include Smart Reply, Live Transcribe, improved gestures, new Foc...

The sequel to Aloy's adventures could have players teaming up.What you need to knowHorizon Zero Dawn released in 2017 and was developed by Guerrilla Games.Per a new report from VGC, Horizon Zero Dawn 2 is the second entry in a planned trilogy. VGC also reports that the game will feature a co-op mode. Horizon Zero Dawn 2, while heavily rumored, has not yet been officially announced. Horizon Zero Dawn was a critical and commercial success, so it's not exactly shocking that a possible sequel would be a big deal for developer Guerrilla Games. According to a new report from VGC, Guerrilla Games is planning a Horizon Zero Dawn trilogy, which was set in motion after the success of the first game became apparent.Per VGC, Horizon Zero Dawn 2 will also feature co-op, which had been planned for the original game but was not possible on PS4 due to technical restrictions. Being developed for the PS5, these restrictions would not be in place. VGC's report also notes that the scope of ...

If you're after the cheapest way to add Google's Nest Mini smart speaker, this new all-time low price at Target is exactly what you need. The smallest Assistant-powered speaker from Google is down to just $27.55 there for Target RedCard holders, or $29 for non-members. Alternatively, you can grab the Nest Mini for $29 via Best Buy, Walmart, and directly at Google.The Nest Mini is a 2nd-generation speaker, an upgrade over the original Google Home Mini. You can read more about it in our review. We gave it 4.5 stars out of 5 and a Recommended badge. The review said, "it's a product that's easy to purchase on a whim" and added "Whether you're getting into the Assistant speaker market for the first time, or this is your tenth speaker, the Nest Mini is a great small speaker... It brings the new Assistant, and the machine learning chip should allow conversations with Assistant flow faster."The Nest Mini is much better than the original, especially when it comes to sound. The bass is 40%...

The Hyperx Cloud Alpha Pro gaming headset is down to $59.99 refurbished through the official HyperX eBay store. This headset sells for $100 new in most places like Best Buy and GameStop. Keep in mind that like many retailers, eBay's shipping is delayed right now. You can order and get free shipping, but it probably will not arrive until April 30 or later.The award-winning headset uses a durable aluminum frame and an expanding headband for long-lasting comfort. The headphones also use memory foam for the same comfortable feeling every time you put them on. The braided cable has in-line audio control and it's detachable for easy storage. Use the in-line controls to adjust the volume or mute the sound without having to grab another device or take your eyes off the screen.It has dual chamber drivers with an impedance of 65 ohms. Dual chambers means the headset separates the bass from the mids and highs, giving you a cleaner and smoother sound. The Alpha also comes with a detachable m...

It's 2020, and flagship smartphones are all nearly a thousand dollars or more. But as high-end phones get more expensive, cheaper phones are getting better. Phones under $300 are beautifully designed, with great screens, super-long battery life, excellent cameras, and awesome speakers. We've researched and ranked all of the best cheap Android phones you can buy, and with our buyer's guide, you'll find the perfect phone for you.Best Overall: Moto G PowerYear after year, Motorola stands out as one of the best companies to watch for delivering good, cheap Android phones. 2020 saw the release of the Moto G Power, and if you're in the market for an affordable smartphone, it's hard to do much better than this.The Power name is a reference to the phone's best feature — battery life. With a 5,000 mAh battery crammed inside, you can easily get two or three days of use on a single charge. In a world where it's the norm to throw your phone on the charger every single night, being able...

The Sevenhugs Smart Remote U smart remote control is on sale as part of Best Buy's Deals of the Day. You can get it through the main Best Buy site as well as its official eBay store for just $149.99 when it usually sells for $200. This is a limited-time deal and may sell out before the price expires at the end of the day. Best Buy is the only reliable place to get this remote, so it does not go on sale very often.The upgraded version is the Sevenhugs Smart Remote X and it's currently going for $300 at Best Buy. This version includes some advanced features like room sensors you can stick around to give the remote contextual awareness, but you get much of the same tech for half the price with today's deal.It's a universal remote designed to control your living room and all your entertainment devices. The Smart Remote U works via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, the embedded touchscreen, and infared to detect and control anything new. It is compatible with around 650,000 different devices ranging ...

s oFitness focusedGarmin Forerunner 245$290 at AmazonProsHighly accurate GPS trackingComprehensive workouts and trainingGreat screen visibility in sunlightFull-week battery lifeConsNo touchscreenLimited apps and notificationsHardware is too sporty for someGarmin focuses on fitness above all else, and it shows. The Forerunner 245 has excellent GPS and heart rate tracking, as well as in-depth training software and every bit of data analysis you could want. However, in turn, it gives up daily usability, with no touchscreen and slimmed-down software. Thankfully, you get long battery life in return.All-around featuresSamsung Galaxy Watch Active 2$260 at AmazonProsBeautiful looking screen with touchFull-featured apps and widgetsComplete notification management and repliesSimple and solid hardware with neutral lookConsBattery life 2-3 days at mostLess accurate GPS trackingTouchscreen a hassle for workoutsThe Watch Active 2 comes at...

Your phone will probably never be infected by actual malware — the numbers tell the real story.It seems like every week a group of security researchers finds another exploit that can be used by bad people to do bad things on an Android device. It's a real problem that does exist, and when it comes to mobile device malware, Android is where you'll find most of it. Android is a target because app distribution is easier and there are so many Android devices.There's a reason for that. I'm going to ignore plenty of decent phone operating systems and focus on the two that make up the vast majority of what runs on the phones people buy every day — Android and iOS. A quick glance at both shows two systems slowly drifting to a point where they look and act the same, with the same apps, and the same services you can use. But there is a fundamental difference when it comes to installing apps and granting permissions.Unless you want to jailbreak an iPhone, the only way to get apps...

It's easier to keep track of your tasks in Microsoft To Do for Android following a recent update.What you need to knowTasks in Microsoft To Do for Android now appear at the top of lists when moved between lists.The update also smooths scrolling, which helps when viewing long lists.The update is available now through the Google Play Store.The latest update for Microsoft To Do includes a few changes that make it easier to keep track of tasks. First, when you move tasks between lists, they now appear at the top of their new list. The update also allows you to manually sort lists using the app's three-dot menu and arrows to move tasks. Lastly, if you currently sort your lists automatically, the app will prompt you if you try to disable automatic sorting to sort items manually.You can read about all the changes in the app's changelog below: We've made it easier for you to keep track of individual tasks across your lists. If you move a task between lists, we'll add it di...

One of the struggles of being a parent in these times is having to police your children's technology usage. I can't tell you how many fights I've had with my kids trying to get them off of their devices at bedtime. Now that most of the world is under lockdown and students have to be on their devices for long periods of time throughout the day, managing screen time has gotten even trickier. Thankfully, Google's Family Link app takes a lot of the pain and struggle out of this process. I'll show you how to use the app to manage daily screen time, bedtime schedules, set screen limits per app, and lock your kids out of their devices (or give them a bit of bonus time if they deserve it).How to set daily limits and bedtimesOpen the Family Link app on your phone.Click on your kid's profile.Tap on the Screen Time card.Tap Set up or Edit limits.Make sure you see the Daily Limit tab at the top of the screen, and then tap the check marks next to each day you want to set a time limit....

The three Nova 7 series phones are quite similar in terms of design as well.What you need to knowHuawei has launched three new Nova 7 series smartphones.All three phones feature 64MP cameras, 5G support, and 40W fast charging. The Nova 7 series will go on sale in China from April 28 for a starting price of 2,399 yuan ($340). Huawei has finally launched its Nova 7 series of smartphones. The series comprises of three phones – Nova 7, Nova 7 Pro, and Nova 7 SE. All the three models offer 5G connectivity and come with 64MP quad rear cameras. They also pack 4,000mAh batteries with support for 40W fast charging.The Nova 7 Pro 5G features a curved 6.57-inch FHD+ OLED display with a pill-shaped hole-punch cutout housing a 32MP primary and 8MP secondary selfie camera. Under the hood is a Kirin 985 chipset, coupled with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage. On the back of the phone is a quad-camera array featuring a 64MP main sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle shooter, an 8MP periscope l...

Samsung is coming in hot with a huge sale ahead of the weekend. It is offering an enticing site-wide discount of 15% for UK buyers across all of its phones, tablets, smartwatches, headphones, and more making for any excellent opportunity to upgrade your tech for less.Whether you want to grab a Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 deal to relieve your lockdown boredom or upgrade to a high-spec Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra, you can do so and save yourself some dosh. There's also a wide array of wearables on sale so you can kit yourself out with some health and fitness and audio accessories for your existing Samsung devices. All you need to do to score a mega-discount on whatever you go for is enter code SAMSUNG15 during checkout.Site-wide savingsSamsung phones, tablets, smartwatches, and moreUK buyers can save 15% on Samsung's smartphones, tablets, wearables, and audio gear with the below code this weekend only. Deals include the latest Galaxy S20 line of phones, Galaxy Watch models, Galaxy Tabs,...

Velvet will be the first LG phone to feature the company's new minimalistic design language.What you need to knowLG will be taking the wraps off its new Velvet smartphone at an online event on May 7.The phone will come with an all-new design with a "Raindrop" rear camera setup. It is expected to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 765G chipset and 5G connectivity.LG recently showed off the design of its upcoming Velvet smartphone, which is expected to be a follow-up to last year's G8. The company has now announced that the "premium" phone will be unveiled at an online event on May 7. LG says the Velvet launch event will be streamed on the company's official YouTube channel and Facebook page at 10 AM KST (9 AM ET on May 6) on May 7.Along with confirming the phone's launch date, LG has also released a new video showcasing its design. The video shows off the phone's "Raindrop" triple-camera setup, with the three cameras arranged in descending order by their size. Additionally...