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Now more than ever, it's important to practice good hygiene and to combat germs as effectively as possible. One of the best tools for this job is a package of Lysol/Clorox wipes, but thanks to ongoing fears over the Coronavirus, cleaning products like these disinfectant wipes are becoming more and more difficult to find.Amazon: Select options availableWalmart: Limited onlineTarget: In-store shoppingWalgreens: Check your local storeOffice Depot: Buy in bulkAmazon is often the go-to retailer for cleaning products, but right now, it's not the best place to look. Stock is basically nonexistent at this point, with bottles of Lysol selling for over $200 and Clorox going as far as to pull its advertising from Amazon as a result of the temporary outages.Thankfully, you aren't completely out of luck. If you're out of Lysol wipes and need to buy more, you have a few different options worth considering. We don't recommend buying more than you need as to not further contribute to...

Best answer: A teraflop measures the compute power of a system. For a console like the PlayStation 5, a 10.28-teraflop GPU means the ability to deliver much more immersive and life-like visuals.Game on: PlayStation Store Gift Card (From $10 at Amazon)What is a teraflop?Sony has shared more details on the PlayStation 5, and the upcoming console will feature 10.28 teraflops of GPU power. That's nearly six times as powerful as the original PlayStation 4 and over 2.5 times the power of the PlayStation 4 Pro.Microsoft's Xbox Series X, meanwhile, is confirmed to have a 12 teraflop GPU. With console manufacturers touting teraflop figures as a key differentiator for their console, let's take a look at what a teraflop actually is, and why it matters for gaming. In a nutshell, a teraflop is the ability to process one trillion floating point operations per second.A FLOP is an acronym for floating point operations per second. Floating point operations include irrational numbers ...

Sony is finally ready to share more information on the PlayStation 5.Sony revealed the PlayStation 5 logo earlier this year, but after that there hasn't been anything in the way of official details. Microsoft, meanwhile, has served up a wealth of information on the Xbox Series X, including full specs, marquee features, and launch titles.Sony is finally remedying the situation. The company detailed all of the PlayStation 5 specs in a livestream — which was done in lieu of a physical event due to the coronavirus — that you can rewatch below.PlayStation 5PlayStation 5: Everything we know so farPS5 vs. Xbox Series X: How they comparePS5 Specs: What's in the next-gen PlayStationWill PS4 games work on the PlayStation 5?...

Just like DP1, this isn't meant for regular use quite yet.What you need to knowGoogle has announced Android 11 Developer Preview 2.Notable updates include better support for foldables, improvements to call screening, and additional updates to scoped storage.Developer Preview 2 is not intended for daily use, but can be installed using the new Android Flash Tool.Even with the COVID-19 Coronavirus continuing to disrupt daily life in and out of the tech world, it hasn't stopped Google from rolling out the latest build of Android 11. On March 18, the company took the wraps off of Android 11 Developer Preview 2.Developer Preview 2 doesn't bring any major user-facing changes compared to Developer Preview 1, but there are a lot of behind-the-scenes improvements that are worth talking about. First and foremost, this latest preview introduces better compatibility with foldable phones and 5G networks. The new hinge angle sensor API makes it easier for developers to detect the hinge ...

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, March 18, 2020: Google has released the second 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.What phones support Android 11 Developer Preview?Pixel 4 XLPixe...

Screensavers are something many folks are familiar with from an early age, whether it be from a personal computer or a phone. It's that animation or picture that overlays on top of an unchanging display once you leave your device alone. The visual image of a 3D maze on Windows XP is what comes to mind for me. Unfortunately, Sony went with a different, more boring but more practical way with screensavers. This is really a power saver. Here is how to turn it on.How to Enable or Disable your PS4 'screensaver'Go to your PlayStation 4 Settings menu.Select Sound and ScreenStart Screensaver sets the idle time before the screensaver starts — 5, 15 or 30 minutes.Select Do Not Start if you want to disable the screensaver.This will enable (or disable) your PS4 to dim the attached screen after a certain amount of time. By default, your PlayStation is set to dim the screen after 15 minutes of inactivity. It's a nice way to save a bit of power and you might even feel a little more g...

Rolling out today to some users and more widely in the coming weeks.What you need to knowSlack has a major UI redesign rolling out to users on the web and the desktop apps.The new design has cleaned up menus, settings, and more, while also adding some new features, such as sidebar sections to group together channels, DMs, and apps.There is also a new mobile app redesign in the works, but there is no word on when it will be released.Due to the recent outbreak of the novel coronavirus, people all over the world are being asked to work from home. As a result, many are adjusting to a new work environment and tools to make collaborating with others easier outside of the office. What could be a better time to launch a new and improved design for one of the best workplace communication apps?Slack is used by millions worldwide by major corporations to help them work together and stay productive. However, it has drawn some criticism over features being hard to find and an overall ...

If you are physically able to, standing while working — even in short spurts — is one of the best things you can do for your health. The trouble with standing desks is that they are often expensive and replace otherwise perfectly good office furniture. Thankfully, many affordable and flexible standing desk solutions will work great in your existing workspace, or just about anywhere around your home. Our favorite overall is the VariDesk Pro Plus 36 because it sits on top of an existing desk or tabletop, and it is incredibly spacious, sturdy, and adjustable.Best Overall: VariDesk Pro Plus 36"VariDesk is one of the most well-known manufacturers of standing desks, but in addition to the stand-alone electronic and manual desks, it also makes several desktop units that you can place on existing workspaces. Out of these, my favorite is hands-down the Pro Plus 36. The unit consists of two levels — an upper section for your laptop and/or monitor(s), and a lower area for your mouse...

Board games might be an old school way to stay entertained, but there's a lot to be said for gathering around the dining room table, dealing the cards or rolling the dice and starting a board game adventure. We're presenting a selection of games that we think represent the best of both old classics and modern options, including our overall best choice, Sequence which combines the fun of playing cards with the board game format.Best Overall: SequenceSequence is a great game that combines the fun, luck, and excitement of playing cards with strategic board game gameplay. We love this as although the original version is said to be suited to ages seven years old and up, younger children can play along with old siblings or parents.No game of Sequence is ever the same as although your aim remains to get five chips in a row on the board, the cards you have will be everchanging. This set includes 104 playing cards and 50 crowning chips in each red, blue, and green.Pros:Great mix ...

As most of you are probably aware of at this point, we're currently living in a world where it's more important than ever to stay on top of our health and wellbeing. With the COVID-19 Coronavirus continuing to spread and the regular flu season still in full effect, providing your body with all of the vitamins and nutrients it needs is critical right now.Walmart: Mostly in-store purchasesTarget: Brought to your carWalgreens: Check your local storeCVS: In-person availabilityUnfortunately, as you might have noticed, products you can normally buy with ease are now hard to come by as everyone is stocking up for their own self-isolation plans. This includes things like toilet paper, Lysol wipes, and — yes — Emergen-C.Emergen-C (or any Vitamin C supplement) is a fantastic way to boost up your immune system and keep your body healthy with so many germs floating around. If you're having trouble finding Emergen-C, here are the stores that still have some in stock for you to ...

The coronavirus has spread to 108 countries around the world, and it shows no signs of abating. The pandemic is proving particularly devastating in recent weeks, with total confirmed cases crossing 169,000 and fatalities of over 6,500 globally.The virus has effectively shut down all sporting leagues around the world, major gatherings including tech events and music festivals, and closed down restaurants and malls. It also put a major dent in the airline industry, and is causing panic-buying across the globe, leading to severe food shortages.The coronavirus has also had a huge impact on the tech industry, affecting the global supply chain and causing interminable product delays. Here's the latest on the coronavirus and how it's affecting the tech industry.March 18, 2020: U.S. government closes Canada border for non-essential travelThe U.S. government is readying a massive $1 trillion stimulus, including $250 billion in direct checks to Americans. A government plan to combat t...

Samsung's latest phones come with incredible video-centric features like ultra-smooth OIS and, in some cases, even 8K capture with native editing tools. No matter how good that built-in stabilization is, it's hard to beat a real gimbal for smooth and steady video, which counters against any shaky hand movements. The DJI Osmo Mobile 3 is cost-effective, compact, and easy to use, but it's far from your only option.Best Overall: DJI Osmo Mobile 3The DJI Osmo Mobile 3 is the easiest way to quickly jump into shooting stable video without having to worry about carefully calibrating each axis of your gimbal. While you can fine-tune the axes a bit, the motors inside are strong enough to correct for almost any imbalance, and the Osmo's adjustable clamp can expand out large enough to fit any phone — even the Galaxy S20 Ultra (though thicker cases may give you some trouble).DJI makes it easy to shoot stunning-looking video not just with great stabilization, but with built-in preset ac...

The Exynos variants of the Galaxy S20 series phones are not affected.What you need to knowA number of Galaxy S20 owners are reporting issues locking on to a GPS signal in Google Maps and other similar apps.The issue appears to be limited to the Snapdragon 865-powered variants of the Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and S20 Ultra. Samsung hasn't issued any statement regarding the issue yet. Samsung's Galaxy S20 series phones are currently among the most impressive flagship Android smartphones money can buy. However, they aren't without issues of their own. Soon after its launch, several reviewers found that the 108MP primary camera on the Galaxy S20 Ultra was plagued with auto focus issues. Since the issue was only software related, it was fixed with a software update.Now, a number of Galaxy S20 series users are reporting (via XDA Developers) issues locking on to GPS in navigation apps such as Google Maps and Waze. The issue has been reported by users on Twitter, Reddit, as well a...

They start at $80 and can offer as much kid-friendly content as any other device.So, your company decided you will be working from home for a while at the same time your school district has shut down. Good! Keeping groups of people who have been exposed to other groups where someone might be coughing Coronavirus all over the place is a smart move.But it might not seem like such a good decision if you've got a little tyke or two with a full tank of energy and nowhere to drain it. You've made sure they had a good breakfast and got them outside for a bit of sunshine and fresh air, but it's still early, and they're in the room still going strong while you have to get some work done and you're ready to call it quits and bury your face in your hands. I've been there with three kids that are all within four years of each other in age. It can be crazy.Here's a secret, though. It's one I wish I had access to when my kids were still kids: the Amazon Fire HD tablet. Maybe you'll go with t...

Sprint customers will soon be able to enjoy expanded roaming access to the Magenta carrier's network.What you need to knowT-Mobile has announced that it is expanding its network capacity across the U.S. for two months to support people working from home amid the COVID-19 crisis.The carrier is deploying 600 MHz spectrum from companies such as Comcast, Dish, and a few investment firms. As long as you have a compatible device, you should be able to see capacity improvements within the next few days. With an aim to support millions of Americans who are now working and schooling from due to the COVID-19 outbreak, T-Mobile has announced that it is expanding capacity for 60 days by deplying 600 MHz spectrum borrowed from companies like Comast and Dish, who are currently not doing anything with their spectrum holdings.Neville Ray, President of Technology for T-Mobile, said in a statement: In trying times like this, we understand how important it is for people to remain connec...

Outstanding sound at the expense of some features.You can spend a lot of money on headphones if that's your thing. But as phones shift towards wireless audio instead of offering a headphone jack (no, it's not coming back), that bit of extra money usually means more features and functionality like ANC or a featherweight build rather than delivering over the top audio quality.That's where Drop's (formerly Massdrop) partnership with THX differs. The Drop + THX Panda headphones lack some basic features you might expect from other models in its price range and instead focuses on being the best sounding pair of headphones you'll find. And the company gets it mostly right.Amazing soundDrop + THX Panda Headphones Bottom Line The Drop + THX Panda Headphones are one of the best sounding pair you can buy today, thanks in part to the...

If you don't want to bust your wallet, this is a reasonable option.When I'm looking for a headset, the most importanty consideration for me is device compatibility. Is this going to work across all, or at least most, of what I use? If so, then other secondary features may not be as important. This is the first time I've personally used a Tribit headset, and I'm pleased to report that for the most part, it is a good headset, especially considering the price.There are some comfort concerns for longterm use if you wear glasses or if you have long hair. But overall, if you want a wireless headset without breaking your bank, this is certainly one to consider. It's easy to carry wherever you need it, it's adaptable for whatever your work setup is, and the wired quality makes it a solid choice for when you're playing games.At a glanceTribit QuietPlus ...

Desperate times, desperate measures.What you need to knowUS government officials are exploring how to use location data to combat the coronavirus pandemic.It is reported that they have spoken with both Facebook and Google. It has been theorized that location data from smartphones of US citizens could help track and map the spread of infection.US government officials are reportedly holding talks with tech companies including Facebook and Google over the prospect of using location data from phones to track and map the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.As reported by The Washington Post The U.S. government is in active talks with Facebook, Google and a wide array of tech companies and health experts about how they can use location data gleaned from Americans' phones to combat the novel coronavirus, including tracking whether people are keeping one another at safe distances to stem the outbreak.The report claims that location data from smartphones could be used by pub...

Everyone who works in an office space, be it a corporate cubicle farm, a mom and pop shop, or a home office, knows that having a good office chair can make all the difference towards good posture and chronic pain. Unfortunately, not all of us have tons of cash lying around to invest in a $1,400 Herman Miller Aeron chair. We've compiled a list of some of the most affordable office chairs that you can find on Amazon, all $100 or less.Best OverallSmugDesk Mesh Black Desk ChairStaff PickThis chair from SmugDesk has a ventilated mesh upper section with a ventilated headrest. There's also lumbar support, padded armrests, and a high-density foam seat. It gives you the best of leather and a mesh chair in one.$93 at AmazonBest Basic ChairAmazonBasics Classic Leather ChairDon't let this chair's low price and "basics" moniker fool you. It's padded for hours of comfortable seating and comes in three colors to match any decor.$77 at AmazonSpartan SupportDevoko ...

A solid upgrade over last year's Galaxy M21.What you need to knowThe Galaxy M21 is the latest addition to Samsung's Galaxy M series lineup.It comes with a massive 6,000mAh battery and has a 48MP triple-camera setup at the rear.The phone has been priced at ₹12,999 ($175) in India. Samsung today introduced the newest addition to its Galaxy M series smartphone lineup in India, dubbed the Galaxy M21. The Galaxy M21 is the successor to the hugely popular Galaxy M20 that Samsung had launched last year.The new Galaxy M21 has been priced at ₹12,999 ($175) for the 4GB/64GB version. It will be available for purchase in India via Amazon starting March 23. Samsung will also offer a 6GB/12GB version at a later date.The Galaxy M21 features a 6.4-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and a U-shaped notch at the top. Powering Samsung's latest budget phone is an Exynos 9611 octa-core processor, which has been paired with up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage.It ha...

Join the virtual reality (VR) family with your very own PlayStation VR (PSVR) system. The PSVR has one of the easiest setup instructions for beginners and has a light headset that comfortably fits glasses. With an ever-growing list of titles coming out each month and plenty of genres to catch your interest, you won't get bored of this console anytime soon. If you're looking to save money, but still want a headset of your own, here are some of the best bundle options I was able to find that come with some of the best games!No physical copiesPlayStation VR Meg PackStaff pickThis bundle comes with five digital games for the PSVR for the same price as a bundle that only comes with two physical games! You get VR Worlds, Astro Bot Rescue Mission, Skyrim VR, Doom VFR, and Wipeout Omega Collection. On top of this, it also includes the PSVR headset and PS Camera. Move controllers are sold separately.$265 at AmazonGet sillyTrover Saves the Universe! and Five Nights at Freddy's ...

Qualcomm will assist Imint in developing power-efficient and AI-based video enhancement solutions optimized for its Snapdragon mobile platforms.What you need to knowImint has partnered with Qualcomm to develop next-generation video enhancement solutions for smartphones.The two companies will be working together to come up with a suite of AI-based video enhancement solutions. Imint's new Vidhance solutions are optimized for smartphones powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 chipset. Last month, Swedish video technology company Imint announced its latest video enhancement solutions for multi-camera smartphones. The company has now announced that it is collaborating with leading chipmaker Qualcomm to develop a new generation of AI-based video enhancement solutions.Andreas Lifvendahl, Chief Executive Officer of Imint, said in a statement: By teaming up with Qualcomm Technologies, Imint is able to leverage their core technology to bring a new generation of Imint video enhanc...

OnePlus rolls out its first logo redesign, with the company switching to a new font and a curvilinear design.What you need to knowOnePlus rolled out a new logo, the first time it changed its brand identity.The new logo has a curvilinear number 1, and a new font for better readability. OnePlus is also updating its visual identity with the new logo and switching to a fresh color palette that includes cyan, green, magenta, indigo, and yellow. OnePlus has debuted its new logo, and while the company isn't straying too far from its previous design, it is making a few changes to make it stand out. The biggest change is the number "1," with the brand shifting to a curvilinear design.As for the visual identity, the company notes that it retained a classic OnePlus look but with a "more balanced feel:" The logo introduces a new curvilinear "1" that is easier to read while adjusting the weight of the logotype for better overall balance. The "+" in the surrounding box has also bee...

Retractable cameras are making way for 5G antennae this year, and it's all because of Qualcomm.The last two years witnessed a drastic change in smartphone design as device makers waged a war on bezels. We were treated to designs with razor-thin bezels, phones with all-screen displays and retractable front cameras, and we even got mechanical sliders. To put it mildly, it has never been more fun to write about phones.But that's changing this year as device makers struggle to maintain a balance between design aesthetic and delivering the latest features. Qualcomm's decision to go all-in on 5G connectivity this year is playing a huge role in the design of phones. All 2020 flagships powered by Qualcomm have a 5G modem, so even if you don't care about 5G, you will end up paying a premium.The chip vendor's Snapdragon 865 does not come with a cellular modem at all, and it needs an external X55 5G modem for both 5G and 4G connectivity. You won't be able to use the Snapdragon 865 ch...

Your university's IT admin will need to make an application for access.What you need to knowAdobe is temporarily making Creative Cloud free for teachers and students.The offer is aimed at enabling them to continue being productive as they work and study from home.Students cannot individually avail the promo, however, as the application for access needs to be made by a university's IT admin.As universities around the world shut their campuses and organizations ask their employees to work from home, many tech companies are making their products available to educational institutes free for use. Google and Microsoft have both made their large-scale communication and videoconferencing tools free for everyone, and now Adobe is temporarily giving free Creative Cloud access to students and teachers.The subscription, which usually costs $79.49 per month, will give affected students and teachers access to the entire range of Adobe's applications, such as Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Il...

The feature is currently only available for Android.What you need to knowReal-time transcription is now available for Google Translate.The feature lets you convert long-form audio content into translate text in another language on the fly.It does require an active internet connection to function, however.Having shown off the feature all the way back in January, Google is finally rolling out real-time transcriptions to Google Translate. What this means is that you can take audio in one language and have the app translate it to text in another language on the fly — and without any delays.The app's voice input option already allowed you to speak into the phone and have the speech be translated. However, as a Google spokesperson points out to The Verge, the app previously only worked for shorter content and was not "well suited to listen to a longer translated discussion at a conference, a classroom lecture or a video of a lecture, a story from a grandparent, etc."The Mou...

A successful ecosystem is a happy ecosystem.What you need to knowThe Quest is a standalone, fully-featured VR headset by Oculus and Facebook.It seems to be quite popular, with the headset regularly selling out.Facebook announced in a blog post that over 20 games have passed $1 million in revenue on the Quest.This revenue only includes money made through the Oculus Quest.The Oculus Quest is a standalone VR headset that uses cameras built-in to the headset to provide a full experience without a PC. It's proven to be quite the success, with the number of games available for it expanding rapidly. Facebook and Oculus aren't resting on their haunches either, and are hard at work constantly improving the headset with new updates. In Facebook's game developer news update, we now have some metrics on just how well the Quest has been doing.According to the very informative blog post from Oculusm "More than 20 titles have passed the $1M revenue mark on Quest alone," which is an imp...

Emergency alerts on your Android smartphone are a good thing — even if they are a bit annoying sometimes!Every so often — or frequently, depending on your tolerance level — you get an emergency alert on your phone. That horrible blaring of the emergency tone, the buzzing the vibration motor, and then the grim news. Someone's missing. Or there's a severe weather alert headed your way. Suddenly and without warning, your phone's scaring the hell out of you. It's bad enough during the day, and downright dreadful in the dead of night.And that's the idea.The U.S. carriers have worked with the federal government to come up with a way to push alerts to your Android smartphone to warn you about dangerous weather, missing persons or other matters of grave national importance. The point is they want you to see this information in hopes that it could save your life — or someone else's.Here's what you need to know about these emergency alerts and how you can control them on your A...

Competition makes for better products, and the Android ecosystem is more competitive than ever. The best of the best right now is the Galaxy S20+, bringing an excellent combination of hardware, display, specs, features and cameras into a single package. If you want a new Android phone at any price range, we've done the research to separate the great from the good, and the good from the bad. This list will help you make your next purchase easier.Best Overall: Samsung Galaxy S20+Before the Galaxy S20 series came out, our top pick here was the Galaxy S10+ — and everything Samsung did this year made it an easy move to recommend the S20+. The S20+ makes improvements across the board, with a bigger display that has a super-smooth 120Hz refresh rate, larger 4500mAh battery, more RAM, and a new Snapdragon 865 processor. Every Galaxy S20+ is 5G capable as well, which isn't the biggest deal right now but will become more important later in 2020.The huge move up is in the cameras,...

Wi-Fi 6 was designed with the future of routers in mind. As more people work from home in the wake of coronavirus, it's quickly becoming the present of routers, too. As our homes get smarter, we have more connections than ever that need to check in consistently and reliably. Wi-Fi 6 is designed to bring more capacity to a network and even allows for greater speed with a lot of devices. Wi-Fi 6 mesh systems have come down in price, and the Netgear Nighthawk MK62 is one of the best choices for most people.Best Overall: Netgear Nighthawk MK62The Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System from Netgear takes on compact AC-only mesh systems with its compact housing and understated design. Measuring only 4.8 inches wide and 2.5 inches tall, each router has a smaller footprint than a CD case. This compact design makes this mesh system one of the easiest to integrate into a home.While you do give up some speed compared to the larger and more expensive mesh systems, the AX1800 speeds should be more ...

There's plenty of new stuff for Hearthstone players to enjoy.What you need to knowHearthstone is getting a new expansion called Ashes of Outland.This expansion is set in the realm of World of Warcraft's first expansion, the Burning Crusade.The Demon Hunter class is another major addition.All this content is part of the Year of the Phoenix, which begins on April 7.Hearthstone players have a lot to look forward to, as Blizzard Entertainment reveals the slate of content coming with the Year of the Phoenix. To start off, this new wave kicks off with the Ashes of Outland, the first expansion in Year of the Phoenix. You can see the announcement trailer for Ashes of Outland below.Ashes of Outland is set in the same space as the Burning Crusade expansion from World of Warcraft, with 135 new cards. Ashes of Outland adds an entirely new class, the Demon Hunter. This class accesses the Outcast cards, which are far more powerful when played from the left-most or right-most posit...

The company may announce the change this Wednesday.What you need to knowOnePlus is redesigning its "brand visual identity."The new logo features a more muted black color, in contrast to the company's infamously vibrant red branding.An announcement could be made as soon as Wednesday.As the company gears up for the launch of a significantly redesigned batch of flagships, OnePlus is seemingly also mulling a redesign of its own. A new report from Chinese publication IT Home suggests the smartphone maker is planning on changing its company logo.The new logo was filed with China's National Trademark Office back in November 2019 and was just recently approved. Check it out below:The new logo (left) is a little more muted compared to the fiery red color scheme of the company's current logo (right). The "1" has also been modified slightly, and of course, the background for the "OnePlus" is now a simple white. The text's font has also been changed somewhat.The same designs ca...

It's all-in on Xbox and xCloud for Samsung users from here on out.What you need to knowThe PlayGalaxy Link service for Samsung smartphones will be officially discontinued on March 27, 2020.Customers can continue to use the Parsec Gaming service on supported devices.Samsung is shifting focus to "new products", likely in the form of the recently announced xCloud partnership with Microsoft.It's only been a little over half a year since Samsung launched the beta for the PlayGalaxy Link PC-to-phone game streaming app, but Samsung is throwing in the towel due to "internal policy changes". Gamasutra discovered the announcement on the PlayGalaxy website, which was originally posted on February 27. Folks who have been using the PlayGalaxy Link app, an extension of the Parsec Gaming streaming service, will no longer be able to use the PlayGalaxy Link on their Samsung smartphone after March 27, 2020.PlayGalaxy Link was a unique implementation of modern streaming services that allowe...

We love the Raspberry Pi! It's a great learning tool, can be a part of any DIY home automation setup, is a very capable HTPC, and can help with almost anything else a bright mind and nimble hands can get together and build. If you're thinking about diving in and tapping into your inner maker, here are a few accessories you might need to get started.Shut down safelyGeekworm UPS HAT & Auto Power On ShieldStaff pickThis battery-powered HAT plugs into your Raspberry Pi 3 B+ or 4B and acts as an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to give everything time to shut down safely. It works with both a momentary button or a latching switch for customizable power control. And this HAT can also be stacked with other accessory boards, so you can expand your Pi without limitations.$29 at AmazonDevice storageSamsung 32GB EVO+ MicroSD CardThis 64GB Samsung microSD card will give your Raspberry Pi enough storage for the operating system, plenty of project files or media, and best...

Buying accessories for your Chromebook is about to get much easier.What you need to knowGoogle is rolling out "Works With Chromebook", an accessory certification program.Accessories marked with the "Works With Chromebook" sticker will be Chromebook optimized.You'll be able to find "Works With Chromebook" certified accessories at staples like Best Buy and Amazon. Google is now rolling out "Works With Chromebook", a new accessory certification program that ensures that you'll be able to find adapters, mice and so on that play nice with your Chromebook.While nothing is stopping generic accessories from being used with Chromebooks, they are often built with other operating systems in mind. A "Works With Chromebook" certified accessory will likely take note of Chrome OS's unique idiosyncrasies like its lack of a caps lock key or an assistant button, in the case of a keyboard for example.Google's Kevin Ngo, Program Manager of the Works With Chromebook program, explained on Tu...

If you reside in the UK and have been waiting for Disney Plus to become officially available, the wait is nearly over. Starting March 24 customers across the UK, Italy, Spain, and more will have access to all the content, and signing up before then scores you a nice extra discount on the annual subscription. Normally, Disney would charge £59.99 for the yearly subscription, but right now you can save £10 on that price, making it just £49.99 for 12 months.This breaks down to just £4.17 per month, which is around the same price as a single cup of coffee. The offer is available through the end of March 23, and if you sign up on March 24 you'll be stuck paying the full £59.99 price. Given the recent Coronavirus concerns, odds are that you'll be spending much more time indoors, whether you planned for it or not. Streaming services like Disney Plus are a great way to help pass that time.Disney PlusSign up for £49.99 at Disney PlusSign up to get access to all of Disney's gre...

Amazon is doing its part to make sure products that can help combat coronavirus remain available. Here's what that means for you.This week, Amazon announced that it is suspending warehouse shipments from independent merchants in order to prioritize medical supplies, household staples, and high-demand products during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The suspension runs through April 5, during which time you may see some products go out of stock as Amazon shifts its focus to quickly receiving, restocking, and shipping high-demand products that may help protect customers during the coronavirus pandemic.Still, that leaves plenty of questions about what this means for current orders, as well as any you might need to make between now and April 5. Here's what Amazon's suspension of warehouse shipments means for you.Has Amazon stopped shipping orders?No. Amazon will continue to ship orders, but certain items might go out of stock while the company shifts its focus to ensuring med...

A Raspberry Pi is a delicate electronic instrument and that means you'll definitely need to provide it with the right kind of power. These power supplies will give your Pi the right amount of clean wholesome electrons so that you can do something really cool with them. Note that each Pi model has different power requirements, so check to make sure you're buying the right thing!Basic and perfect (v.4)CanaKit Raspberry Pi 4 Power SupplyStaff pickCanaKit makes some of the most popular parts for the Raspberry Pi and this power supply is designed specifically for version 4. It's a perfect choice if you just need a way to keep things powered up.$10 at AmazonMighty Mini (v. 4)IBERLS 5V 3A USB-C Power SupplyThis power supply from IBERLS provides the regulated power your Raspberry Pi 4 needs and the adapter is up to 20% smaller than the competition. If you need to plug things in where space is at a premium, this is the one to buy.$10 at AmazonKit and Kaboodle...

It's essentially a free month and a half of base Google One storage.What you need to knowGoogle One is Google's paid storage subscription service.The company is now offering users of its service a $5 reward voucher.This can be redeemed across all of Google's Play enabled devices to purchase apps, books, movies, and games.If you have a Google One subscription, you would do well to check your email. A nice surprise might just be waiting there for you. Google is now offering users of the Google One service a free $5 voucher. The voucher can be redeemed across all Google Play enabled devices to purchase apps, games, books or movies.If you're unsure what Google One is, it is essentially the relatively new branding for Google Drive paid plans. For Android users, being a Google One subscriber offers more robust backup and restore options. You can customize what gets backed up from one central location, and you can also back up MMS, a feature that's not present on the default ...

Best answer: There are multiple steps to solve your credit card issue, but the first thing to try is removing the information and re-inputting it. This tends to solve most issues. If nothing works though, you can always grab a gift card instead!An easy alternative: PlayStation Gift Card (From $10 at Amazon)Where do I start?You might have to go through several steps to go through to get your card working again.Billing InformationTroubleshootRestart from Safe ModeContact SonyAdd funds through PayPal/PSN cards1. Billing InformationThe PlayStation Network seems to make everything harder than it should be, with several stipulations in place that need to be followed. Let's start with entering your billing information.To begin, make sure the credit card you are using is either Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or debit cards with an official Visa or MasterCard logo. These are the only ones accepted on the PlayStation Store.Your card checks out? Now make sur...

With this new feature, you'll be able to share access to your purchased movies from the included platforms to your friends.What you need to knowScreen Pass will allow you to share up to three movies per month.Movies Anywhere syncs purchased digital movies from iTunes, Amazon Video, Google Play, VUDU, and others.The new feature is launching in a closed beta today, expanding to open beta in May, and full launch later in 2020.When Movies Anywhere launched its vision of being a central digital movie locker of sorts, it quickly gained fans — its new feature called Screen Pass is sure to expand the fandom.The Verge reported that the new feature is launching in a closed beta today, with an open beta planned for May. Screen Pass will allow you to share your purchased movies with friends — this will hopefully curb the loss of your Blu-Ray that you loaned your friend, and they have yet to return. Unfortunately, Screen Pass beta will not allow you sharing of every film in the Mo...

Uber Pool is no longer an option in the U.S. and Canada.What you need to knowUber Pool and Lyft Line are both being temporarily suspended.These are services from the ridesharing companies that allow users to carpool.Both companies cite the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic as a result of these changes.With the Coronavirus pandemic showing no signs of slowing down anytime soon, there's been a nationwide push for social distancing to limit the virus's potential spread. Uber and Lyft, the two largest ridesharing platforms on the market, recently announced temporary changes to limit users' contact with each other.Both Uber and Lyft offer carpooling options as a way for people to save money and reduce their carbon footprint. For the time being, however, these features are being disabled.Uber Pool rides are no longer operational in the United States and Canada, with Lyft Line being suspended in all markets it's available in. As noted by The Verge, Uber is contemplating whether or ...

Sony's WH1000XM3 over-ear headphones are incredibly popular for travelers, and with good reason. They offer a near-perfect blend of great sound quality, battery life, and of course, active noise-canceling. Unfotunately, they're expensive, but they're far from your only option in this increasingly popular field. Whether you're after better comfort or just don't like the capacitive controls, some of these alternatives may be a better fit for you.Best overallBose 700Staff pickBose's 700-series headphones go a step above the QC35s, with better sound quality and a much sleeker design that feels incredibly comfortable on your head. Of course, you still get excellent noise cancellation, USB-C, and even Alexa built in. Consider the Bose 700 your all-over upgrade pick.$400 at AmazonSuperior audioB&O Beoplay H9iBang & Olufsen delivers some of the best audio around, even on its Bluetooth headphones. The H9i has adjustable noise canceling, dual device pairing, and the...

It also packs a massive 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging.What you need to knowRealme 6i is the brand's latest budget Android smartphone.It happens to be the world's first phone to be powered by a MediaTek Helio G80 chipset. The Realme 6i also features a quad-camera setup with a 48MP primary sensor and a 5000mAh battery.In January this year, Realme unveiled the Realme 5i, an affordable budget Android smartphone with quad rear cameras and a massive 5,000mAh battery. Barely three months later, the company has now announced the Realme 6i. The new budget phone has a similar design to the Realme 5i, but comes with a few upgrades under the hood.The Realme 6i is the world's first phone to feature MediaTek's new Helio G80 chipset, paired with up to 4GB of RAM and 128GB storage. Realme hasn't made any major changes to the display. The phone comes with a similar 6.5-inch HD+ display as its predecessor, featuring a waterdrop notch at the top and a high 89.8% screen-to-body rat...

It seems that every day we learn about a new privacy scandal or data security lapse, and Amazon has certainly not been immune to such mishaps. One way that the company is trying to address these types of issues and allay public concern is through its Privacy Hub. Following is a brief description of what the Privacy Hub is, and how to use it.How does Amazon address user privacy?Amazon's Privacy Hub website focuses on five areas in which Echo devices help manage, protect, and control privacy settings.Wake Word - Amazon has always claimed that the Echo devices only start listening to users (and recording them) after they use the wake word "Alexa." Users can also change this to a few other options such as "Echo," "Amazon," or "Computer."Indicators - Echo devices have indicator lights that illuminate when the device is active, as well as speakers that emit responses or audible tones when a request is made.Microphone Controls - Users can manually deactivate the microphone on Echo ...

Data loss is no fun. Whether it's from a ransomware attack or hard drive failure, losing all of your precious files can derail your life for days if not longer. And, while we're all keenly aware of this, only a handful of us actually make the effort to backup our files and protect them in case of a mishap.If the price is what's keeping you from pulling the trigger on a cloud backup plan, we have good news. Leading cloud backup provider Degoo is offering lifetime plans with 1TB of cloud backup space for over 90% off the usual price, just $49.99 today.Ideal for safeguarding entire hard drives but equally well-suited for storing smaller batches of important files, Degoo Premium offers unparalleled security that will keep all of your data completely safe in the event of a crash or ransomware attack.Instead of having to worry about painstakingly slow uploads and bandwidth limits, Degoo Premium lets you quickly and easily transfer your data using an intuitive interface that protects ag...

There are quite a few Android tablets on the market at all different price points, but there are only a few that are worth the money, especially when you get under $100. However, when you have options like the Amazon Fire HD 8, the decision can be pretty easy to make. Here are the best Android tablets under $100.Best Overall: Amazon Fire HD 8Amazon does a fantastic job of producing tablets for those in need of a budget-friendly device. The Fire HD 8 is one of our favorites with its 10 hours of battery life, 8-inch HD display, and easy access to the world of Amazon services.The Fire HD 8 has access to hands-free Alexa, meaning it can act as a smart speaker of sorts if you have questions. Plus, you will be able to clearly hear Alexa's answers with the dual Dolby Atmos speakers built-in.As one would expect, Amazon's Fire Tablet runs a modified version of Android, without out-of-the-box access to the Google Play Store. Instead, you'll need to rely on the Amazon App Store or sid...

The complete pictureRing Video Doorbell 3 Plus$230 at AmazonProsPre-Roll video2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi 1080p HD videoAdvanced Motion DetectionConsNo Google Assistant integrationA bit priceyThe Ring is bringing you some new features with its Video Doorbell 3 Plus. The addition of Pre-Roll video gives you four seconds of video before the detect event. This is very helpful in getting a better idea of what happened leading up to the notification from your doorbell.A solid upgradeRing Video Doorbell 3$200 at AmazonPros2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi 1080p HD videoAdvanced Motion DetectionLess expensiveConsNo Pre-Roll videoNo Google Assistant integrationThe Ring Video Doorbell 3 carries all of the same upgrades as the Plus version, aside from the higher price tag and the Pre-Roll. The Ring Video Doorbell 3 is a quality upgrade over Ring Video Doorbell 2 due to the addition of the 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi and Advanced Motion Detection.Ring annou...

We're all more or less stuck at home to help reduce the spread of COVID-19, but the good news is there are a ton of fun games to help pass the time. The crew also discuss the negative crunch culture at Naughty Dog as they push to complete work on The Last of Us Part II. Hosted by: Jennifer Locke, Carli Velocci, and Rebecca SpearGot feedback? Hit up Podcast@androidcentral.com and tell us something!LISTEN NOW:LINKS:E3 2020 canceled due to coronavirus concerns | Windows CentralNaughty Dog's crunch culture is reaching its limits ahead of The Last of Us Part II, according to new report | Android CentralBest Online Multiplayer Games for Nintendo Switch in 2020 | iMoreCoronavirus got you stuck at home? Let these 10 lighthearted Xbox One games distract you. | Windows CentralHorizon Zero Dawn coming to PC, Sony Worldwide Studios head confirms | Windows Central...

A Bluetooth speaker is the best way to play your favorite music when you're swimming in the pool or out on a camping trip with friends. Compatible with practically every device known to man, Bluetooth speakers will make sure that, as long as your phone, tablet, or laptop is around, your music will be loud! Our favorite is the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 due to its sound quality and water resistance, but there are plenty of other options.Best Overall: Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2Ultimate Ears speakers don't have to be expensive to be good. The Wonderboom 2 gets shockingly loud for its size, and sounds great for just about every type of music, from pop to rock to hip hop and jazz. The Wonderboom 2 also has omnidirectional sound, making it great for parties. It comes in multiple flashy colors, and you can pair it up with another speaker — although it's only with another Wonderboom 2 speaker.It's also IP67-certified, meaning it's resistant to dust and submersion — in fact, half ...