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To be the best VPN service doesn't mean you can't also be the cheapest VPN service. There are a lot of VPN providers out there offering plans at a variety of different price points, some of which even have free VPN plans. Normally, when it comes to services and subscriptions the best ones are on the more expensive side, but when it comes to VPNs that isn't the case. You don't have to go broke each month or pay a huge upfront cost to get a great VPN, some of the best VPNs are actually pretty cheap.Best Cheap VPNs RankedSurfshark: Under $2 per monthNordVPN: As low as $3.49 per monthIPVanish: Starting at $3.25 per monthHotspot Shield: Less than $3 per monthExpressVPN: From $6.49 per monthYou'll want to weigh out all your options here, but when it comes to cheap VPNs that are really affordable, we recommend Surfshark VPN for a number of reasons. At under $2 per month it's really hard to beat what it offers, so be sure to follow along below for more!You'd be surprised just...

Wish you had a pair of Bluetooth earbuds but don't want to pay a fortune? Grab the JLab Audio JBuds Air true wireless earbuds for just $39.99 today at Best Buy. That's $10 off the regular price, which is what they're going for elsewhere at retailers like Walmart. The deal today is a temporary one as part of Best Buy's deals of the day. This deal only applies to the black version as the white earbuds are still selling for $50.Sometimes you just need a pair of earbuds to put through the paces. Something you can take to the gym that'll stay in your ears and not get ruined by sweat or heavy use. You don't need all the bells and whistles, but you definitely need some solid audio and few interuptions to your workout. That's where these headphones excel.The JBuds Air use Bluetooth 5.0 technology. That means not only do you get the wire-free convenience of Bluetooth, but the latest Bluetooth tech improves power efficiency and latency. You'll get fewer interruptions this way, so you can l...

I'm sure I'm not alone here, but aside from losing a child momentarily at the supermarket, I've never been more scared recently than when I thought I lost my phone. You may think that's hyperbole or a ridiculous commentary on modern times but just think about all that is on our phones these days — credit card and banking information, family photos, business information, and more. Thankfully the big players like Google and Samsung have built-in features that let you locate your phone, ping it, and even erase its data if need be. I'll show you how to use both Samsung's Find My Mobile and Google's Find My Device to keep tabs on your devices so that you have control, even when they're out of your possession.How to set up Find My Mobile on your Galaxy phoneI strongly encourage you to check to make sure that you have enabled Find My Mobile on your Galaxy phone so that if you do lose your device, you can quickly locate it. Here's how to make sure you're covered.Search your device f...

Let's have a chat with the AC forums.For anyone that considers themself to be a big Android fan, the topic of fragmentation is one you've likely talked or read about at one point or another. The open-source nature of Android is what allows for such a wide variety of different phones, but it's also the reason why so many of them still aren't running Android 10 or are on outdated security patches.Some companies are better about updating their devices than others, with the most popular Android manufacturer — Samsung — really stepping up to the plate lately to try and do better in these regards.We sent Jerry Hildenbrand into the AC forums to conduct a little experiment, asking people with Samsung phones the following questions:What model of Samsung phone do you have?What country do you live in?What version of Android is your phone running?What's the date on your security patch?Here's how some of our members responded: mustang775...

Sometimes usage-based billing is fantastic.We're all dealing with some crazy circumstances right now, and the coronavirus pandemic has touched most parts of our daily lives. One of the biggest, of course, is not spending much time away from home. And it's in times like these that I see just how great Google Fi's flexible usage-based billing can be — it's saved me $50 per month, and I didn't have to do a thing.While most people — regardless of carrier — have an unlimited data plan nowadays, Google Fi still offers a basic plan that charges $10 per gigabyte of data used in a month, down to the megabyte. I still use this plan, believe it or not, because my data usage tends to fluctuate month to month and I rarely use over 15GB, which is the level where Fi's "Bill Protection" ends. It turns out this is the perfect pandemic phone plan.My billing period ending March 12, which capped off a few weeks of getting settled into a new apartment and traveling, was a heavy month for my...

One of Best Buy's deals of the day includes the Jabra Elite 65t true wireless earbuds down to $94.99 in Titanium Black. This is a great low price and beats out a deal we saw a couple weeks ago by about $5. The earbuds typically sell for around $120 although we can find them going for $100 right now at a couple retailers like Walmart. Best Buy is just skimming a little off the top there to give you some extra incentive.The 65t have dual microphone technology and true wireless Bluetooth stability that helps reduce audio drops. They will last up to five hours on a single charge of the battery with an extra 10 hours of battery life within the charging case itself. That means you can spend most of the day no where near a wall outlet and without a charging cable and still listen to your favorite tunes.These headphones also feature one-touch access to Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant, which can make your life so much easier when it comes to remembering appointments or dealing with smart...

Simple data savingsMint MobileFrom $15 per month at Mint MobileProsLarge T-Mobile networkCompatible with most phonesSimple plansHotspot on each planConsMax of 12GB of dataOnly one networkOne of Mint Mobile's greatest accomplishments has been making choosing the right phone plan simple. With three data sizes and three duration amounts, it's easy to find out which package works for you. You save money by buying more months at a time making Mint Mobile an even better deal.Great varietyStraight TalkFrom $30 per month at Straight TalkProsChoose from four networksBring nearly any unlocked phoneUnlimited plan availableConsPlans get expensiveHotspot not available with all plans or networksStraight Talk has a large variety of plans starting at just 100MB and going up to unlimited data. You can also use any of the four major carrier networks depending on which one has the best coverage for you or works with your phone. You can even save so...

The TCL 75Q825 75-inch 8 Series 4K HDR Roku TV is down to $1,799.99 through Best Buy. This TV is actually only sold through Best Buy, but its MSRP is $3,000 and it was most recently selling for around $2,600. Today's price is the best we've ever seen and the savings are extremely temporary because this is part of Best Buy's deals of the day. If you've been looking for a great 75-inch screen, look no further.Check out the Cordcutters preview of this TV when it released last year. Nirave Gondhia said, "Why is the 8-series my new go-to recommendation for a TV? Simple — it's a QLED panel. Actually, it's much more than that — it also heralds in a new era in TVs thanks to mini-LED technology, which allows the TV to display much deeper and darker blacks than on any other TV."The mini LED technology gives you precise control of your TV's image quality, making brights as bright as ever and creating a beautiful contrast with the darks. You get tons of depth and dimension no matter what...

Video doorbells may not be the best "security" device for your home, and some will argue that there's no real point to having one, but I strongly disagree. Ring has been the center of a lot of attention (both good and bad) in the recent months, but the company continues to push new products out, and the Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus is one of them. It introduces a few features that people have been wanting for a while, and after using it for just a few days I started to really enjoy the experience.I've had several Ring doorbells in the past, and have a house full of Ring cameras and even the Alarm. I swapped out a Ring Video Doorbell Pro to test out the Video Doorbell 3 Plus, and aside from a few annoyances, I am extremely happy with the switch.Let's break this new video doorbell down in a little more detail, and see if it may be a good option for you as well.At a glanceRing Video Doorbell 3 Plus ...

Over 8 million Redmi Note 8/8T phones were shipped in the first quarter of the year.What you need to knowThe Redmi Note 8/8T was the best-selling Android smartphone in the first quarter of the year.Samsung's Galaxy A51 was the second most popular Android phone during the January-March period. The Redmi Note 8 series recently crossed the 30 million unit sales milestone globally. Xiaomi announced earlier this week that it had clocked 30 million sales of Redmi Note 8 series phones. The standard Redmi Note 8, as per data from Canalys, was the sixth most popular smartphone globally in the fourth quarter of 2019. Canalys has now released new data, which reveals the popularity of the Redmi Note 8/8T grew further in Q1 2020.According to Canalys, iPhone 11 was the highest-selling smartphone globally in the first quarter of the year, with sell-in shipments estimated at 18 million units. Among Android phones, the Redmi Note 8/8T took the No.1 spot, while Samsung's Galaxy A51 was...

We're rounding up the best Android games you can play.The best Android gamesRPGsShootersPuzzle GamesPlatformersStrategy GamesSimsRacing GamesSports GamesAugmented RealityThere are hundreds of thousands of apps on the Google Play Store, and many of them are games. In fact, games are so popular that it's the first tab you see when you open the app.If you're looking for the best games available on the Google Play Store, you've come to the right place. To make it easy to find, we've divided this list into eight categories, which you can find in a handy jumplist that will take you directly to the page of your choice.Whether you're new to Android and need some fresh, new games to start building out your Google Play library, or simply looking for the latest trendy games that are worthy of your time and attention, these are the best Android games you can find right now.We update this list whenever a new game comes out that's worthy of being added to this list, so yo...

Sidewalk Labs will be using the ideas developed over the last two-and-a-half years to solve big urban problems.What you need to knowAlphabet's Sidewalk Labs is abandoning the Quayside waterfront project in Toronto.Sidewalk Labs had to make the difficult decision due to the economic uncertainty caused by COVID-19. It had announced the high-tech smart city project in 2017 in partnership with Waterfront Toronto. Alphabet's urban innovation organization Sidewalk Labs had announced a joint effort with Waterfront Toronto to develop a "high-tech city" on Toronto's eastern waterfront in October 2017. Unfortunately, Sidewalk Labs has decided to abruptly scrap the project due to the coronavirus pandemic.Sidewalk Labs CEO Daniel Doctoroff wrote in a post on Medium that it has become too difficult for the company to make the project financially viable due to the "unprecedented economic uncertainty" caused by the pandemic. While Sidewalk Labs is walking away from the ambitious project...

Xiaomi's true wireless earbuds look a lot like AirPods, but they're much more affordable and deliver better sound.Alongside the Mi 10 and the Mi Box 4K, Xiaomi has introduced its true wireless earbuds in India. The Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 deliver incredible audio quality at an affordable price point.The design is identical to AirPods, but you do get a lot of standout features. Here's what you need to know about Xiaomi's true wireless earbuds.Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Design and detailsThe Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 have huge 14.2mm dynamic drivers, edging out the new Pixel Buds (12mm) and the Jabra Elite 65 (6mm) by some margin. Xiaomi says it tuned the audio for Indian customers, and that it has been doing so for its audio products for some time now.There are two mics on each earbud: one at the top, and the other at the bottom on the stalk itself. The mic at the bottom picks up your audio for calls, and the other one listens to ambient noise in your surrou...

There's another new gaming phone in town and it's a pretty interesting piece of hardware.What you need to knowBlack Shark 3 and Black Shark 3 Pro are launching officially in Europe.Available to order from May 8 on Black Shark's own store.Coming to Amazon in UK, France and Spain from May 18.Having been revealed in Asia earlier this year, Black Shark is bringing its latest gaming smartphones, the Black Shark 3 and Black Shark 3 Pro to Europe officially. Available to order from Black Shark's own store from May 8, prices start at a pretty reasonable £539 for the regular model and there's a ton of interesting features.The first is the mechanical triggers available on the Black Shark 3 Pro. These are a part of what Black Shark calls the "Master Control" system, and they pop up out of the phone automatically when you're playing a game. When you're done, they go back into the frame, and what's neat is that if you drop the phone they'll retract automatically so they don't snap of...

With the Mi 10 and its 108MP camera, Xiaomi is setting its sights squarely on the Galaxy S20 Ultra in India.Xiaomi dominates the entry-level and budget segments, but the brand hasn't really focused its attention on the high-end segment in India. The Mi Mix 2 debuted over two years ago, but it did little to move the needle for Xiaomi in India.Xiaomi is once again turning its focus to the high-end category with the Mi 10. The brand's 2020 flagship is now making its debut in India, and it is a big deal for the brand considering this is the first time in over two years that customers in India will be able to pick up a high-end Xiaomi phone.The high-end segment is highly contested in India, with OnePlus in particular seeing a meteoric rise over the last three years. So let's see what the Mi 10 has to offer, and whether it has what it takes to gain mainstream momentum in India.Xiaomi Mi 10 DetailsThe Mi 10 is packed with the latest hardware money can buy today. There's a 6.67-inc...

The Mi Box 4K could just become the go-to option for those looking for an Android TV-based streaming box in India.Xiaomi is slowly but surely making its foray into the lifestyle segment in India. In 2015, the brand launched the Mi Band series of fitness bands in the country, and in 2016 we got the Mi Air Purifier 2. Then in 2017 Xiaomi rolled out its wireless router (the Mi Router 3C), and 2018 saw the biggest launch yet: TVs. Then in 2019 the brand debuted its Mi Water Purifier in the market.Xiaomi sold over 4 million TVs in India in the last two years, consolidating its position as the number one smart TV maker in the country. While the Mi TV series is obviously an easy recommendation if you want an affordable smart TV that offers great value, not everyone is willing to upgrade their existing TVs just to access streaming services. Xiaomi says that 46% of all TVs sold in the country don't have any smart features at all, with that number translating to 34 million units.Then the...

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 most of us working from home because of the coronavirus, this may be a good time to do an inventory of your technology and gadgets and consider which might you might need or want to upgrade.If you hold The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, it now comes with a limited-time up to $200 in additional statement credits for U.S. purchases with Dell: $100 in additional statement credits from May 1 through June 30, 2020, and up to $100 in additional statement credits between July 1 and Dec. 31, 2020 — making this perk now worth $400 a year.The credit can be used toward your total purchase at Dell, but if you are looking to truly get something for $0 out of pocket, there are hundreds ...

Android Central's top-ranking Chromebook reviews rankedThe best Chromebooks of 2020 can provide a top-notch computing experience, perfect for students, grandparents and anyone looking for a trouble-free laptop with long battery life. We've reviewed and rated the absolute best Chromebooks so that you can find the best value at any budget. Our buyer's guide will help you find the perfect Chrome OS laptop or tablet.Best overallLenovo Chromebook C340 (11.6")$300 at Walmart$309 at Lenovo$309 at CDW$320 at AmazonThe best Chromebook just got better.With double the USB ports and 8GB models on the horizon, Lenovo's aluminum-lidded laptop is more than a pretty face.Lenovo Chromebook C340 (11.6") Features11.6-inch 10-point IPS touchscreenAluminum lid, plastic bodyIntel Celeron N40004-8GB RAM, 32-64GB storageUp to 10-hour battery lifePretty pink or silver color optionsWhile last year's C330 skimped on ports, the Lenovo Chromebook C340 (also known as the C340-11) f...

The fifth and final season of Blindspot premieres on NBC this week. While it's been quite a while — nearly a year — since audiences last saw the thrilling crime drama air new episodes, the long wait finally comes to an end this Thursday, April 30 on NBC. It's time to finally get to the bottom of the mystery, and this 11-episode run is sure to surprise once it kicks off in just a few days.It's easy enough to watch Blindspot Season 5 as it airs live on NBC, but if you don't have cable or an antenna hooked up to your TV, you might be wondering the best way to stream the show that night. Since NBC is a broadcast network that airs locally, you might have some trouble finding it on certain streaming services. Luckily, there are still a few ways to watch including right on the NBC website.Blindspot Season 5: When & whereBlindspot returns to NBC on Thursday, April 30 at 10p.m. EST. This is the fifth and final season of the show, and rather than consisting of 22 episodes like th...

Smart TVs are plentiful, but finding ones that are powered by Android TV can be a chore — especially if you're working with a smaller budget. Cheap Android TVs just aren't that popular in the U.S., but if you do a bit of digging, you can still find some pretty great options. We've done the hard work for you and rounded up our top picks for the best cheap Android TVs available right now in 2020 — our favorite of which is the Hisense 55H8G Quantum Series.Best Overall: Hisense 55H8G Quantum SeriesThe market for cheap Android TVs is more varied than you might think, but among everything out there, there's one model that sticks out above everything else — the Hisense 55H8G Quantum Series. This is one of the newer Android TVs to hit the scene, and it packs quite a punch.Starting first with the display, we'd recommend the 55-inch size, which strikes a nice balance of offering plenty of room for all of your content without being too much. Alternatively, it's also available in ...

They offer 9 hours of playback with noise cancellation and 13 hours without.What you need to knowSony is introducing yet another pair of noise-canceling earphones to the market.The WF-SP800N earbuds are aimed at the fitness market with a combination of active noise cancellation and water/sweat resistance.They'll cost you $199.Sony's WF-1000XM3 earbuds are seen by many as among the best active noise cancellation earbuds out there, but they lack one crucial feature that keeps them from being your go-to recommendation for all types of users: water resistance.For those planning on working ou while listening to music, the new WF-SP800N feature both active noise cancellation and IP55 water and sweat resistance. "Designed for an active lifestyle with an IP55 rating means that splashes, sweat and dust won't stop these water-resistant headphones or your workout. You can even wash them after a tough training session," the company's press release reads.In terms of battery life, th...

Working from home just got a lot easier.The global pandemic has forced a lot of us to adapt to new work methods while we stay at home, and a big part of that is teleconferencing with your coworkers.Google Meet is included as part of your G Suite account, but even those with a personal Gmail account can use Meet for free. However, you will be limited with the number of tools you have access to and each meeting is capped at 60 minutes total. You can find Meet listed under the Google apps after you've signed into your account, or download it from Google Play for your mobile device. Here are all the steps to take in order to set up a meeting with MeetProducts used in this guideDesktop version: Google Meet (See at Google)Mobile app: Google Meet (See at Google Play Store)How to set up a video conference in Google MeetClick the app icon (it looks like a video camera) to open the dashboard and get started.In the upper right-hand corner you will see the settings icon. C...

Best for quick meetingsGoogle MeetsFrom $6/ mo. at GoogleProsShare screenSend files through chatFree for everyone to useNo additional fee for call-in participantsAdditional tools with G Suite subscriptionConsMessy dashboard compared to ZoomCan host fewer participantsClunky and unreliable for Mac usersGoogle Meet comes free with your G Suite subscription for unlimited video conferencing or free to everyone for meetings up to 60 minutes long. This program is pretty basic but has all the collaboration tools you'll need to conduct productive meetings.Best for larger groupsZoomFrom $15/ mo. at ZoomProsCollaboration toolsFree account availableConnects to conferencing equipmentWorks with all operating systems including LinuxHost up to 500 people ConsCall-in access costs extraMust disable popup blockers to useZoom is the best program for connecting to conferencing equipment such as telecoms and webcams to allow several people to join...

Best OverallGoogle MeetFree, From $6/mo at GoogleProsFree for all to useWorks on all platformsReal-time collaboration toolsNo extra charge for call-inConsGoogle account required for accessConnection may drop for Mac usersGoogle Meet is free for everyone to use, including businesses. All you need is your personal Gmail account or a free G Suite Essentials account. Business accounts give you access to all real-time collaboration tools and the ability to record and save your meetings.For Microsoft 365 UsersMicrosoft TeamsFree, from $5/mo at MicrosoftProsUse basic collaboration tools for freeEncrypted meetingsUp to 10,000 participants for live streaming eventsConsCall-ins cost an additional feeWebinar support also costs extraMost tools require a Microsoft 365 subscriptionMicrosoft Teams have tools to hold video meetings with up to 10,000 people. Meetings can be recorded and saved to OneDrive to share or reference later. Teams works ...

Skip the Zoom drama and Meet a better way to video chat.Living alone, the only way I see my friends and family right now is video chatting apps, and there certainly are plenty to choose from these days. Zoom has been the in-vogue video app of the last several weeks, but since that Google Meet is free for everyone this summer, you should absolutely move your chats over to Meet instead.While Google Meet was built for enterprise as a way to host weekly staff meetings and host company-wide briefings, it has several advantages for the everyday chat with your parents or that weekly coffee gossip your mom has with her friends.No plugins or desktop apps requiredThe first and biggest reason to jump over to Meet is that Zoom requires you to install either an app or a browser extension (depending on your device), and even then, Zoom can still get wonky unless you turn off your pop-up blocker, which most browsers leave on by default these days because pop-ups are the absolute worst.G...

Best answer: Even though Google is making its video conferencing platform Meet free, you'll still technically need a Google account to use it. I say technically, because there is at least one way you can use Meet without an account, which we'll address below.Desktop version: Google Meet (See at Google)Mobile app: Google Meet (See at Google Play Store)What is Google Meet?Google Meet (formerly Hangouts Meet) is part of Google's enterprise-level software offerings known as G Suite. As an enterprise product, G Suite is not a free service; rather, it is a paid service whose fees are based on the number of users in an organization.While Google is planning on making a version of Meet available for free in direct response to the meteoric rise in popularity of services like Zoom, the version that non-enterprise users will be getting is scaled back in some areas. For example, free Meet sessions will be limited to one-hour increments, and features like dial-in phone numbers and the...

Best answer: Google Meet is one of Google's videoconferencing platforms that comes bundled as part of the company's enterprise software package known as G Suite. Google is making Meet free to use from May through September 2020, and it is a solid alternative to other popular video platforms.Desktop version: Google Meet (See at Google)Mobile app: Google Meet (See at Google Play Store)What is Google Meet?Meet is Google's version of an enterprise or corporate videoconferencing solution. It's included as part of its G Suite platform, and is meant to compete against similar premium offerings like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Cisco WebEx, and GoToMeeting, just to name a few.Google Meet can be used in a web browser or through an Android or iOS app on your smartphone or tablet, and can host up to 250 people simultaneously. It also has useful features like screen sharing and in-conference chatting. If your G Suite administrator has enabled the function, you can record the meeting to allo...

Whether you're socially distancing or if working from home is the norm for you, a video conferencing tool like Google Meet can be a lifesaver for staying connected and productive. However, sometimes you need a bit more firepower than your smiling face, particularly when you want to show your colleagues what you're talking about. We'll show you the simple steps to share your screen during your next Google Meet session.How to share your screen on a Google Meet call in a browserFrom an active Google Meet call, click on Present Screen at the bottom right of the screen.Choose whether you want to share your entire screen, a specific window, or a specific Chrome tab (this is new).When you're done sharing your screen, click the blue button at the top left of the screen that says Stop, or click on the link at the bottom right of the screen that says or click here to return to the video call when you're ready to stop presenting.That will take you back to the Google Meet window, w...

All users can take advantage of this feature throughout the summer.Google Meet is a fantastic collaboration platform, particularly for those who are on distributed teams or who are working from home. As you can imagine, it integrates seamlessly with other G Suite apps like Gmail and Calendar, and you can not only send out invitations through those apps but you can also schedule future Meet sessions based on your team's availability. Currently only paid G Suite subscribers can schedule Google Meet sessions, but thanks to Google's recent announcement that Meet will be free through the summer, all users will be able to take advantage of this feature soon. Let's dive into just how to get started.How to schedule a Google Meet in Google Calendar on mobileOpen the Google Calendar app on your smartphone or tablet.Tap on the multicolored + button at the bottom right of the screen.Tap on Event.Scroll down, and tap Add conferencing.Tap Google Meet.Set a time, add participants, and...

There be dragons ahead, so use caution.It's that time of year again, though earlier than ever before: a developer preview of the latest version of Android is available, called Android 11. And while Google explicitly says that only developers should install it, many of us want to see what the company is planning for the next big update, set to be released sometime this summer.Top 10 features in Android 11 you need to know about right nowGiven that this is a developer preview, there are going to be missing features and bugs, so you shouldn't expect a fully working experience. But if you're curious about what's next, here's how to download and install it, plus answers to a few questions you may have.Update, May 6, 2020: Google has released the fourth Android 11 developer preview for Pixel phones. It's still aimed primarily at developers, but there will be far fewer bugs, and newer features, this time around. Google has delayed the release of the first Android 11 beta until June ...

There are a ton of VPN services out there you could try out, but ExpressVPN will likely be the last. Not only is it our favorite VPN service of them all, but its latest deal makes it even more affordable to sign up than usual. For a limited time, you can save 49% off its annual subscription plan and score three additional months for free in the process. That means your subscription will last 15 months for less than $7 per month; the plan must be paid for in full at the time of purchase.Security SavingsExpressVPNStumped on which VPN service to choose? ExpressVPN's latest offer makes this one a no-brainer as it's already one of the best around. Score a year of service at 49% off and three free months along with it for a limited time.$6.95/month $12.95/month $94 OffSee at ExpressVPNWe suggest using a VPN, or Virtual Private Network, just about any time you're using a public Wi-Fi network so you can keep your private data secure, but there are plenty of reasons why you should...

We love how easy the Fire HD 10 tablet makes it to look up recipes, watch your favorite shows, surf the internet, play games, or purchase items from Amazon. However, these tablets aren't cheap, so you'll want to protect yours from potential damages. We've done our research and determine which were the best Fire Tablet cases on the market. See which one fits your needs.All the colorsMoKo Folding CaseStaff pickGive your Fire Tablet an elegant-looking, protective covering with this slim-fold design. The front cover doubles as a stand so you can watch YouTube videos and Prime Video shows hands-free. There's even a hand strap inside so you can hold your tablet more securely. Choose from 35 different designs to pick the one that best matches your style.From $20 at Amazon From $21 at AmazonBudget buyJETech CaseThis inexpensive case looks stylish in its simplicity. The front flap folds over into a stand so you can prop your tablet up when watching Netflix or playing games...

Fans of Rick and Morty have a whole new show to check out from series co-creator Justin Roiland. The new animated sitcom Solar Opposites centers on a family of aliens who've been sent to find and conquer another world after their own planet is destroyed by an asteroid. Tagging along is Pupa, a comical, blob-like supercomputer whose ultimate goal is to rule the planet — if the aliens can fit into human society on earth long enough, that is.Similar to shows like Rick and Morty or South Park, Solar Opposites is intended for adult audiences and littered with content that's inappropriate for the little ones. However, if you're a fan of these animated adult sitcoms, there's a good chance Solar Opposites will be right at home in your watchlist.Solar Opposites: When & whereSolar Opposites premieres exclusively on Hulu on Friday, May 8. You won't have to wait to watch any of the episodes either, as all eight episodes of season 1 will be released that same day. Hulu generally relea...

Ideal running companionGarmin Forerunner 245$248 at AmazonProsBuilt-in GPSAdvanced running metricsLonger battery life in GPS modePulse Ox sensorConsLacks altimeterNo Garmin PayMusic version costs moreIf running is your true passion, you can't go wrong with this GPS running smartwatch. In addition to advanced running dynamics, this model also offers extensive training features, a Pulse Ox sensor, and incident detection.Comprehensive smartwatchGarmin Vivoactive 4$270 at AmazonProsBuilt-in GPSPulse Ox sensorGarmin PayTwo size optionsMusic comes standardConsLacks advanced running dynamicsShorter battery life in GPS modeFor those who like doing a multitude of sports rather than just one, this GPS smartwatch will serve you well. It's equipped with over 20 sport modes, after all. You also get a touchscreen, an altimeter, and Garmin Pay.When you take a step back and perform a side-by-side comparison of these two smartwatches, yo...

In this new decade, you're only going to spend yet more of your life online which means a VPN is quite important. You can try and avoid it but, honestly, it's pretty much impossible to do. It's important that you have security and privacy at the front of your mind as you traverse the online world, especially with the amount of sensitive data we out on our devices and send via the internet. If you use public Wi-Fi networks while out and about, that's even more important.Best VPN Deals Available NowExpressVPN: 3 mo. free + 40% offIPVanish: $3.25 per monthNordVPN: Save 70% on 3-year planPureVPN: 7-day trial for $1PIA VPN: 2 months freeSurfshark: From 7 cents/dayMore Deals: $20 lifetime acccess & free optionsOdds are that you have heard of VPNs, or Virtual Private Networks, before but may not have signed up for one just yet. There are some common misconceptions about VPNs, especially that they are super expensive, but that's not at all the case — especially if you k...

Technology is a global industry. For those working in it, that means you may be tasked with communicating across multiple languages. Whether your company works consistently with foreign language partners or you're just doing a one-off project with an international team, it's valuable to have translation services in place. When Google Translate isn't enough, LingvaNex Translator takes you that extra mile.LingvaNex Translator was named a #1 Product of the Week on Product Hunt and has earned a 4.4-star rating on the Google Play Store. Created by expert linguists, LingvaNex Translator aims to enable people to read, write, and speak different languages anywhere in the world, instantaneously.Boot it up, and you can translate text, voice, images, websites, and documents into over 110 languages in just moments. Whatever you input, regardless of language, LingvaNex Translator will release a strong translation so you can communicate more seamlessly and keep moving forward. You can keep a hi...

Samsung Pay will help you do more with your money this year.What you need to knowTo elevate the Samsung Pay experience, Samsung is partnering with SoFi to launch an "innovative" debit card.The new debit card will run on a new mobile-first money management platform. Samsung Pay support for your phone will remain.In August 2015, Samsung introduced its mobile payment service called Samsung Pay in South Korea. Just a month later, Samsung Pay expanded to the U.S. While it isn't the most widely available mobile payment service out there, its MST support — that lets you pay at traditional "swipe" readers with your phone — makes it the most flexible. While celebrating the five-year anniversary of Samsung Pay, the South Korean tech giant has announced that it will be launching an "innovative debit card" in partnership with San Francisco-based fintech company SoFi this summer. the value proposition is simplicity and mobile-first management of your money.While it hasn't sha...

Kicking off the next generation of wireless.All of the major U.S. carriers are hard at work on their 5G strategy. AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon have launched 5G networks and are aggressively expanding those networks through 2019. 5G service not only provides faster speeds but also reduced response times allowing for new services and cloud computing not previously available. For now, the major difference between LTE and 5G will be speed but as coverage continues to roll out to new areas, more services that rely on instant connectivity should become possible.VerizonSprintT-MobileAT&TFrequencies and coverage Carrier Bands Verizon n261 (28GHz) Sprint n41 (2.5GHz) T-Mobile n71 (600MHz) n260 (39GHz) n261 (28GHz) AT&T n5 (850MHz) n260 (39GHz)Building a 5G network is a balance between capacity and coverage. With the high-frequency bands, known as mmWave, seen on all but Sprint, carriers get access to huge chunks of spectr...

Mother's Day is coming up soon, and if you'll be far away from mom or just can't be there on the big day, there are a number of ways to make her feel special and loved. Flower delivery services are a reliable choice, but with so many sites to choose between, you might understandably feel a bit lost on which to pick and which can get your gift to mom, or grandma, or another loved one on time. The guide below will take you through the ins and outs of the best flower delivery services there are to help you make the decision and find mom a gift she'll adore.Best Flower Delivery Services1-800 FlowersFTD OnlineHarry & DavidProFlowersJustFlowersFlowers FastTelefloraWhether you want to send a big bouquet of flowers, a box of chocolates, or if you have no clue what to send at all, the sites below will help you get your gift together and delivered on time for the big day. Delivery availability does vary depending on the items you select and where they're being sent.The ...

You don't have to be a software developer to know your way around the Android Debug Bridge.For a lot of us, the fact that we can plug our Android phone into a computer and interact with it is a big plus. Besides the times when we've broken something and need to fix it, there are plenty of reasons why an advanced Android user would want to talk to their device. To do that, you need to have a few tools and know a few commands. That's what we're going to talk about today.Granted, this won't be the end-all-be-all discussion of adb commands, but there are 10 basic commands everyone should know if they plan to get down and dirty with the command line.You'll need some tools and getting them is easy. Head on over to the Android developer's site. You can either install the full Android Studio package if you want extra debugging tools or you can scroll down to the bottom of the page and download just the command line tools. Unless you're developing or debugging something on or for your p...

When the original Kindle Fire was released way back in 2011, many thought Amazon was onto something with a low-cost, easy-to-use tablet experience. You know what? They were right! Today there are no fewer than six Fire tablet devices on offer from Amazon if you count the Kids Editions. Out of them all, we think the Fire HD 10 is the best overall value thanks to its size, better screen and speakers, and its ability to still hit an affordable price point.Best Overall: Fire HD 10 TabletIf you want the most immersive video and gaming experience on a Fire tablet, then you want a Fire HD 10. We know it's the most expensive Fire, but you know what? It's still darn affordable! Try finding another Android tablet or iPad of this size at anywhere close to this price.The newly-updated Fire HD 10 is the only Amazon tablet with a full HD 1080p display, coming in at 1920x1200 resolution. It offers up to 12 hours of battery life, including video watching, web browsing, and music listening, a...

While our smartphones are getting smarter over time with A.I, manufacturers are finding more ways to make everyday life more manageable. One of those ways is getting the Google Assistant on as many devices as humanly possible. One product category where the Assistant has become super useful in is headphones. Google's own Pixel Buds (2020) are a great example. They give you easy access to the Assistant while also adding additional functionality.Best Overall: Google Pixel Buds (2020)The Google Pixel Buds (2020) are a fantastic set of true wireless earbuds. Unlike some other options on this list, you'll be able to summon the Assistant both hands-free or with a dedicated gesture on the earbuds.In terms of sound, the Pixel Buds are great. They feature a slightly boosted bass, a great midrange, and a slightly recessed treble that can sometimes sound hollow. True wireless earbuds aren't typically known for their great sound quality, but the Pixel Buds are up there.The buds offer u...

We learn a lot from our moms, and this Mother's Day, Masterclass is giving you a fantastic opportunity to give some knowledge back. The Masterclass All-Access Pass unlocks unlimited access to all of Masterclass' instructors and courses, so whether mom wants to learn cooking from Gordon Ramsay or filmmaking from Martin Scorsese, a Masterclass All-Access Pass can make it happen and at a major discount.The Masterclass All-Access Pass generally costs $180 per year, though right now, you can score two passes for the price of one. That's like snagging each one at 50% off, and in the process you'll end up with a pass for mom and another for yourself. You'll just want to make sure you take advantage of this offer soon as it's only set to last through May 11.Two for oneMasterclass Mother's Day saleThe Masterclass All-Access Pass gives you unlimited access to all of the Masterclass courses for an entire year, and today you can score two for the price of one!$180 $360 $180 OffSee at...

Codemaster's next off-road racer will hit PS5 alongside Xbox Series X with a Stadia debut to follow in 2021.What you need to knowDiRT 5 was revealed during Microsoft's Xbox Series X showcase for the first time.Due to launch in October, it will be available on PS5 as well as PS4, Xbox One and Steam.Google Stadia debut set for early 2021.Codemasters has revealed its first next-gen racer, with DiRT 5 bringing us a new dose of off-road fun and games in late 2020. DiRT 5 was first teased earlier this week and was shown off for the first time during Microsoft's Xbox Series X showcase. The title has also been confirmed for release on both PS4 and PS5, as well as Google Stadia which will follow behind in early 2021.DiRT 5 is a little different to the fairly focused DiRT Rally series, but will be no less exciting and no less global in its settings. DIRT 5's global journey takes in some of the most thrilling, exotic, and picturesque settings such as New York City and Rio de Jan...

Don't want to spend money on a webcam? You don't have to.With lots of folks working from home and video calls being used in place of face-to-face meetings, you're probably spending a lot of time in front of your computer. Services like Zoom, Google Meet, and Skype are the new conference rooms for workers all around the world, but they don't come without their quirks.If you're taking these calls from your computer's built-in webcam, chances are your video quality is pretty bad. Having a crisp image of yourself is helpful for getting the most out of your meetings, but if you're having to deal with a camera that's super grainy and struggles in low light, you may find yourself pretty aggravated during all of these virtual calls.Thankfully, there is a way around this. You could go out and buy a proper webcam for your computer, or you could take your Android phone and just turn it into one. Seriously!Interested in learning how to do this? Keep on reading!How to use your phone as ...

Get ready to raid some villages and conquer new lands.The next Assassin's Creed was revealed by Ubisoft through a livestream where graphic designer BossLogic worked some magic to create artwork for the game. As previous rumors suggested, it does take place during the time of Vikings. If the world premiere trailer is anything to go by, it promises a lot of bloody battles. Assassin's Creed Valhalla is being developed by Ubisoft Montreal, with support from 14 other studios around the world.Assassin's Creed Valhalla: SettingAssassin's Creed Valhalla: Story and charactersAssassin's Creed Valhalla: GameplayAssassin's Creed Valhalla: Release date and platformsViking raidsAssassin's Creed Valhalla$60 at Best BuyConquer 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. But not everyone is keen on having Vikings around, and King Alfred of Wessex will d...

You're not always going to be in the room that houses your thermostat. For some homes, that can mean a pretty substantial difference in temperature in every season. There's a fix for this common problem, though: smart thermostats with multiple zoning like our favorite the Ecobee SmartThermostat. Being able to set the temperature where you are instead of where the thermostat is can be a lifesaver.Best Overall: Ecobee SmartThermostat with Voice ControlThe Ecobee SmartThermostat with Voice Control is the best smart thermostat for multi-zone heating and cooling, and one of the best thermostats you can buy overall. It's compatible with all popular smart home platforms — Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Samsung SmartThings, Wink, and Microsoft Cortana — and is fully controlled via an app on your phone. It also has a full-color touch display if you'd rather go hands on.As a bonus, the Ecobee SmartThermostat with Voice Control also has a microphone and is a stand-al...

Unfortunately, the mid-range phone isn't getting any of the new Galaxy S20 camera features.What you need to knowSamsung is now pushing the One UI 2.1 update to the Galaxy A51.The update brings improved AR Emoji, Quick Share, Music Share, and an updated Gallery app.It includes the April 2020 Android security patch too.Samsung began rolling out the One UI 2.1 update for its 2019 flagship smartphones in late March. Last month, it shifted focus to its mid-range portfolio by rolling out the update to the Galaxy S10 Lite and Note 10 Lite. The One UI 2.1 has now started rolling out to the Galaxy A51, which was launched in December last year with One UI 2.0 out of the box.As per SamMobile, the One UI 2.1 update for the Galaxy A51 arrives as version A515FXXU3BTD4 and weighs in at 1.2GB in terms of size. The update adds an updated version of the Gallery app, Quick Share, Music Share, AR Emoji improvements, and an enhanced Samsung keyboard. Samsung has included the April 2020 securi...

If you're looking for more ways to stay entertained in self-isolation, then you can't go wrong with Amazon Kindle Unlimited. Especially if you can try it out for free. A two-month trial of the all-you-can-read eBook service is yours for the low, low price of $0 for a limited time giving you endless reading material for the next several weeks stuck indoors. The deal is only available for new or former Kindle Unlimited users and expires at the end of June.The subscription service normally costs $9.99 a month, so you're saving $20 with this deal. Last July, Amazon gave away three months of the service to its Prime members but unlike that offer, this deal does not require you to be a Prime subscriber so anyone can get in on it.Kindle Unlimited gives you access to over a million titles, spanning from technical documents to cookbooks to fantasy novels to nonfiction. Even some audiobooks are included. Need a self-help book? Want to re-read the Harry Potter books for the seventeenth time...