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If you're in the market for a new phone, it's easy to get sticker shock when you see the mind-blowing prices of the latest flagship devices from Apple and Samsung. But, many of the great design elements and features have trickled down into the budget end of the market. You can get a Samsung Galaxy A10e from Boost Mobile for far less while still getting a modern look and feel.Here are five things that make the Galaxy A10e an exciting budget smartphone.It's all about the screenThe design that has enabled Samsung to stretch its displays to take up the vast majority of the front of its phones has reached the budget end of the market. The Galaxy A10e has a stunning 81.4% screen-to-body ratio, with only a small strip of bezel at the bottom of the display. That display is a sizable 5.8 inches. It has a 19.5:9 aspect ratio, making it well suited to video content. And, thanks to a dense 295 pixel per inch, imagery will look crisp. You'd be hard pressed to see the individual pixels on ...

No console gives you a native 4K image.What you need to knowDoom Eternal is an upcoming first-person shooter from id Software.It's supposed to launch on March 20. The Google Stadia version renders at 1800p resolution and 60 frames per second just like Xbox One X.You can preorder Doom Eternal for $60 on Amazon.Doom Eternal is an upcoming first-person shooter from id Software. The game is the sequel to the critically-acclaimed Doom reboot that launched a few years ago.When the title was announced, id Software proudly said that it was going to run at "true 4K" on Google Stadia, and not on other platforms. Since then, we've learned that many games don't run at 4K resolution on Stadia compared to their Xbox One X counterparts. The best example of this is Red Dead Redemption 2. When connected to a Chromecast Ultra, Red Dead Redemption 2 renders at 1440p on Stadia at 30 frames per second (FPS). On Xbox One X, it's native 4K at the same 30 FPS. Stadia can't compete with the im...

The major gathering of game publishers and developers will not take place this year.What you need to knowE3 has taken place annually since 1995.Several major events, such as GDC 2020, have been canceled this year due to COVID-19.Today, the ESA confirmed that E3 2020 has been canceled.After rumors that spread over the last couple of days that E3 2020 was going to be canceled due to the outbreak of COVID-19, we've got confirmation from the ESA: E3 2020 is being canceled."After careful consultation with our member companies regarding the health and safety of everyone in our industry--our fans, our employees, our exhibitors and our longtime E3 partners--we have made the difficult decision to cancel E3 2020, scheduled for June 9-11 in Los Angeles," the ESA said."Following increased and overwhelming concerns about the COVID-19 virus, we felt this was the best way to proceed during such an unprecedented global situation. We are very disappointed that we are unable to hold this...

It is also issuing a cease and desist order against informing site-owners when a site is delisted.What you need to knowSweden's Data Protection Authority has fined Google 75 million kronor or $8 million over violations of the right-to-be-forgotten law.It has also issued Google a cease and desist order over informing website owners when a URL has been delisted from its search results.Google has stated it will appeal the fine with a spokesperson saying, "We disagree with this decision on principle and plan to appeal."Sweden is the latest country to use Europe's General Data Protection Regulation to fine Google. On March 11, 2020, the Data Protection Authority of Sweden issued a fine to Google for 75 million kronor or $8 million.The exact reasoning behind the fine stems from two instances where Google had not removed search listings from requests using the right-to-be-forgotten law. In 2017 the Swedish DPA performed an audit and "concluded that a number of search result list...

Upgrading from an old Samsung phone to a new one is made a whole lot simpler by using Samsung's "Smart Switch" software that's built into every one of its phones. With a cable and a few taps, you'll be able to transfer a majority of your phone's content to the new device and be up and running faster than you'd think.How to transfer from an old Galaxy phone to a new one with Smart SwitchBefore you get started, make sure both phones are turned on and have a good amount of battery. Every Samsung phone comes with Smart Switch pre-installed — locate it in your app drawer. If, for whatever reason, your phone doesn't have it, you can download it first from the Play Store. Once Smart Switch is installed on both phones, you can get started:Open the Smart Switch app on both phones and hit Send data or Receive data on the corresponding device.Select Cable or Wireless on the sending device to choose how to transfer data.By wireless, the phones will communicate automatically (using a...

Verizon's Visible sub-brand already offers unlimited talk, text, and data for $40.What you need to knowYahoo today announced the launch of Yahoo Mobile, a virtual network that uses Verizon's 4G LTE network.Its unlimited phone plan offers unlimited text, talk, and data for $40 per month.Yahoo Mobile will be available for users in the U.S. on iOS and Android starting today.In what can be described as a surprising move, Verizon today announced the launch of Yahoo Mobile, a new virtual network that is offering an unlimited phone plan for $40 per month.The Yahoo Mobile plan gives you unlimited text, talk, data, and mobile hotspot for use with one connected device at a time. While there are no data caps, mobile hotspot speeds will be capped at 5Mbps. Yahoo Mobile also says that data speeds "may be temporarily slower" in times of traffic. Subscribers will also get Yahoo Mail Pro with 1TB of cloud storage and Account Pro for 24/7 Yahoo account customer service. As of now, however...

Supply chains across the tech industry at large have been affected, and there's reason for some concern that Sony and Microsoft's next-gen plans could take a hit as well.With COVID-19 (coronavirus) cases growing worldwide and causing a global epidemic, effectively shutting down major markets, there is a chance that the PlayStation 5 could face supply shortages or even a delay into 2021 — a problem the Xbox Series X may encounter as well. A delay like this would be unprecedented for the games industry.As of earlier this week, confirmed cases of the coronavirus blew past 100,000. Italy locked down the entire country in order to mitigate the spread, and other countries have already taken similar measures like shutting down schools, cancelling large public gatherings and trade shows, and closing factories. China, in particular, saw much of its workforce stay home, and this has already affected supply chains within the tech and games industries. It's hard to predict how long it ...

Via open database on the web which now is no longer accessible.What you need to knowSecurity researchers discovered a database open to the public for the secret-sharing app Whisper.The database included "whispers" and identifying information such as the user's age, ethnicity, gender, hometown, nickname, group memberships, and location coordinates from their last post.After the researchers contacted Whisper, access to the database was removed.The Whisper app describes itself as a safe place to share your real thoughts and feelings. For years the app has allowed users to share their deepest darkest secrets anonymously on the web. Unfortunately, researches have recently discovered Whisper left those confessions exposed to the web, along with details that could be used to identify the users.While the records did not reveal the name of the person, it did include their age, ethnicity, gender, hometown, nickname, and their group memberships. Even more frightening, the data also ...

If you're thinking about buying a Wear OS smartwatch, you may have noticed there are a lot of appealing choices from top brands. However, not everyone wants to spend a fortune. Luckily, there are quality options available at lower price points. One of the most affordable yet feature-packed Android smartwatches is the TicWatch S2, which is all about rugged durability. There's plenty more where that came from.Best Overall: TicWatch S2The TicWatch S2 isn't for the faint of heart. This smartwatch was designed with the active individual in mind. Whether you're the outdoorsy type or a certified gym fiend, you'll be glad to have this level of strength on your wrist. The large 1.39-inch display is crisp and easy to read. It's not only waterproof but it was also built with military-grade durability, so you know it's tough. You won't have trouble keeping track of your stats, either. The combination of Google Fit and TicMotion will help you stay motivated with easy access to all of your w...

They've also announced Pre-Roll, new technology to capture more video prior to motion being detected.What you need to knowRing has just announced four brand new products.They are the Ring Video Doorbell 3, Video Doorbell 3 Plus, Ring Chime and Chime Pro. The new Doorbells feature better WiFi and improved motion detection.Ring has just announced four brand new products including its new Ring Video Doorbell 3 and Video Doorbell 3 Plus.In a press release they said: Ring Video Doorbell 3 and Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus are the latest additions to Ring's Video Doorbell lineup, bringing security and convenience to users' homes. Pre-Roll gives Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus users a complete picture of what's happening at their doorstep by capturing four seconds of video before motion is detected. Both new Video Doorbells include Privacy Zones, which allow users to black out portions of the camera's field-of-view from recording, and audio/motion detection toggles to disa...

Best answer: No, eero's mesh networking devices don't support Wi-Fi 6, but most networking hardware doesn't. Wi-Fi 6 is still a very new standard. The routers that support it tend to be more expensive, and there aren't many devices that can leverage it.Still the best mesh hardware: eero Mesh 3-Pack ($249 at Amazon)Premium Wi-Fi 6 Support: Netgear Orbi 6 ($600 at Amazon)Budget-friendly Wi-Fi 6 alternative: Netgear Nighthawk MK62 2-Pack ($230 at Amazon)Do any of eero's devices support Wi-Fi 6?Currently, eero does not offer any Wi-Fi 6 compatible devices. While the company hasn't denied that it will eventually release hardware compatible with the standard, it also hasn't spoken to any concrete plans on the matter. According to the eero Help Center, there is currently no set timeline for enabling Wi-Fi 6 support.eero is not alone in this. In our round-up of the best mesh Wi-Fi systems of 2020, the number of devices with Wi-Fi 6 support can be counted on one hand, and Nightha...

Chatting with the AC forums.If you picked up any version of Samsung's Galaxy S20, you're probably starting to understand why we've praised all three models so much. Whether we're talking about the S20, S20+, or S20 Ultra, you'll get an incredible AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, excellent cameras, and long battery life — just to name a few of the highlights.There are a lot of reasons to get excited about these phones, but depending on who you are, some features are bound to be more important to you than others.Some of our AC forum members recently got to talking about one feature they're particularly impressed with, the S20's display. gizzyman 03-06-2020 02:07 PM “ the screen on the ultra is gorgeous...its also one beast of a heavy phone Reply DanielLoreti 03-06-2020 03:40 PM “ The ...

Signs point to Amazon taking its music service much more seriously.If you've been paying any attention to the music streaming industry, you've probably been aware of Amazon Music's rise in relevance over the past year or so. From billboards to promoted tweets, from Alexa and Echo promotion to additional artist marketing, it's been hard to escape the service's current presence and future ambitions.It certainly appears that Amazon's hard work at growing and promoting its music service is paying off. According to a report in the Financial Times, Amazon Music is now the third most popular paid music streaming service (according to subscriptions), and it has grown 50% year-over-year from 2018 to 2019. Such success doesn't just happen, not even for a near trillion-dollar corporation with Amazon's resources (um, hello Google Play Music/YouTube Music). Instead, it has come as the result of a massive effort across numerous channels to make the service relevant beyond its Prime base.Amaz...

With Android 10, Google introduced dark mode as a native Android feature — except you could only turn it on and off manually. Thankfully, with the March 2020 feature drop for Pixel phones, Google added the ability to schedule dark mode to match the sunset and sunrise. If you have a Pixel, here's how to use that scheduling feature for yourself.Products used in this guidePixel for everyone: Google Pixel 3a ($363 at Amazon)How to set up dark mode scheduling on your Pixel phoneIf you want to set up dark mode scheduling for your Pixel phone, you need to make sure you downloaded and installed the March 2020 feature drop. Google began rolling this out on March 2, meaning you should already have it. If you don't see the scheduling option, you can check for an update by going to Settings -> System -> Advanced -> System update.Ready to go? Let's do this thing.Open the Settings on your Android phone.Tap Display.Tap Dark theme.Tap Schedule.Tap Turns on from sunset...

To find the best VPN for you, it takes a bit of searching, since not all VPNs were created equal. It all depends on what you need it for. Thankfully you've come to the right place to make it easy for you to find the perfect VPN for your needs.Just in case you're not sure what a VPN is, a VPN is a virtual private network – something that allows you to appear as someone you're not and somewhere that you're not, by using servers. These servers are dotted all over the globe and are used to tunnel your data – which is encrypted for safety – through them.All that means a VPN can work to offer you greater online security, personal anonymity and can help you get around geo-restricted content like Netflix and BBC iPlayer. Which is the best for you depends on what you're after.What's best for security in a VPN?If it's pure security you're after then you'll want to look out for a feature that not all VPN services offer; a double encryption. Don't get us wrong, encryption is plenty s...

One of the biggest gaming events of the year may be canceled as new consoles are on the horizon.What you need to knowThe coronavirus has caused venues all over the world to shut down.GDC was just postponed at the end of February.E3 looks like it may be following suit and may cancel its planned conference in June.The Entertainment Software Association may be announcing E3 2020's cancellation tomorrow morning due to COVID-19 (coronavirus) concerns, if rumors are to be believed. This comes after multiple games industry events like GDC and SXSW were either postponed or canceled as well. If true, this would mark the first time in the show's history that it won't take place.The floodgates opened up on Twitter Tuesday night after Devolver Digital tweeted that people should "cancel [their] E3 flights and hotels." This led others in the industry to confirm that sources speaking with them had indicated the event would indeed be canceled.Though Sony had already announced it would...

While many folks looking for a new phone will immediately race to the biggest and fanciest new flagship around, the Galaxy S20 Ultra is just too much in size, price, and problems. While the Galaxy S20+ is a more reasonable phone, as a busy woman with small hands, it's too big to use one-handed, too big for my pockets, and too big my shoulder holster.Thankfully, the "baby" Galaxy S20 is just a few hairs bigger than last year's Galaxy S10, and between a power-user's godsend of a battery, a Lindt Chocolate-smooth 120Hz screen, and the most significant camera upgrade in Galaxy history, the Galaxy S20 is without a doubt the best Android phone for non-Pixel-purists —and especially the best Android phone for women (and men who prefer smaller phones) available today.I've had my Galaxy S20 for a week now, and while I have some very, very tiny hang-ups with the phone, none take away from the great experience I've had with the S20. If you're in the market for a new phone, I think the Gala...

Do you hate that annoying key tone on your PlayStation 4? Whenever you scroll through anything, in all PS4 menus, there's a quick chime to indicate the item you've selected on screen before moving between tiles. It's an audio cue that helps you navigate the homescreen more easily, but it can be bothersome for many users. Luckily, there is a way to turn it off if it becomes annoying without actually muting everything.How to turn off the key toneOn your PS4 homescreen, go to Settings.Scroll down and select Sound and Screen.Toggle the Key Tone off.An unofficial step, browse your PS4 in peace!You can check it out in action below. This is a setting not a lot of people know is available to them, and it's something that even I recently discovered. I don't always need to mute the key tone, but there have been instances where it would have really come in handy without muting my entire television altogether.Unfortunately, if you're looking for a way to entirely change ...

Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter, and other tech giants have also encouraged their employees to work from home amid the coronavirus outbreak.What you need to knowGoogle has advised its employees in North America to work from their homes due to coronavirus concerns.The search giant had previously instructed employees at its offices in Dublin, Seattle, and the San Francisco Bay Area to work remotely. Several other tech giants, including Apple and Microsoft have also closed their offices temporarily and asked employees to work from home. With an aim to limit the spread of the novel COVID-19 virus, Google recently canceled all large gatherings and nonessential employee travel. Its also encouraged its employees in its Washington State and California offices to work remotely. To safeguard its employees from the growing coronavirus outbreak, the search giant is now recommending all of its workers in North America to work from home until April 10.Contributing to socia...

Adding a camera to your Raspberry Pi is simple and can turn the board into a great surveillance camera or a personal computer used for video chatting. Luckily, it's also a pretty inexpensive endeavor, like with most Raspberry Pi accessories. Here are our top picks if you want to add an eye to your Pi.HD and simpleLogitech C525 HD WebcamStaff pickThis USB webcam from Logitech is plug and play for the Raspberry Pi and can take record videos in 720p at 30FPS. The "fold-and-go" design makes it easy to pack up and roll whenever you need to move the camera elsewhere. Plus, the C525 features fast autofocus, so the subject is never blurry, even it's close to the camera or moving around.$32 at AmazonFrom the sourceRaspberry Pi V2 Camera ModuleThe second-generation Raspberry Pi Camera Module works great with the Raspberry Pi 3 or 3 B+ and connects directly to the MIPI connector on the board itself. It can take still images at 3280x2464 (8MP) or record 4K video at 30FP...

Samsung's biggest and most expensive phone delivers in almost every way.Galaxy S20 Ultra reviewHardware and designDisplaySoftware and performanceBattery lifeCamerasLiving with 5GShould you buy it?I've been through this so many times before. Samsung has a new flagship phone. It's undeniably better than its last flagship phone. And it's once again more expensive than its predecessor. The Galaxy S20 Ultra is taking that formula to an even higher level for 2020, with an absolutely massive screen and an all-new camera system that's a step above Samsung's other Galaxy S20 models. And the price? A big one: $1400.But following up on a Galaxy S10 series that was pretty conservative, it's good to see Samsung really going for it with a super-high-end "Ultra" model this year. This is supposed to be the one for the enthusiasts, the fans, the nerds who all want the biggest and best Samsung can offer, no matter the cost. Honestly, it's pretty much the playbook the Galaxy Not...

The Jacquard tag needs to be placed in the shoe for your dominant foot.What you need to knowGoogle, Adidas, and EA have joined hands to launch a smart insole that can analyze your footwork in real time with the help of machine learning.Called the Adidas GMR, the smart insole is now on sale for $40. Thanks to the smart tag inside GMR, it can connect your physical soccer movements to EA SPORTS FIFA Mobile. At its developer conference in 2015, Google had announced an experimental project called Jacquard. In 2017, the Jacquard team unveiled its first-generation Tag, which was integrated into a Levi's jacket and made it possible to convert touch gestures made on the jacket's sleeve into customization actions on a phone. Two years later, Jacquard 2.0 was introduced, which went inside more Levi's denim jackets and a backpack from Yves Saint Laurent.Google has now teamed up with Adidas and EA to roll out a smart insole for soccer shoes, capable of tracking physical movements ...

Disney+ catalog is now available to stream on Hotstar in India, including The Mandalorian.What you need to knowDisney+ was slated to go live on Hotstar on March 29, but it's already live for users in the country.Marquee shows like The Mandalorian are available to stream, as well as all movies in the Star Wars franchise. With the integration, Hotstar has been rebranded to Disney+ Hotstar. Disney+ was scheduled to launch on India's Hotstar streaming service on March 29, but the integration is already live. An update to the Hotstar Android app adds Disney+ vast catalog of shows, including The Mandalorian and all Star Wars movies.The update also introduces Hotstar's rebranding to Disney+ Hotstar. The new icon puts Disney+ front and center, and Hotstar's premium tier is now dubbed Disney+ Hotstar VIP. The changelog for the update notes that over 130 TV shows — including 30 originals — and over 200 movies have been added to the platform, and it looks like most of Disney's b...

COVID-19 has spread to 108 countries around the world, and the coronavirus shows no signs of abating. The virus is proving particularly devastative in Italy, with the country seeing 463 deaths from over 9,000 cases, second only to China. COVID-19 has effectively shut down the airline industry, with most countries screening international passengers for signs of infections.The coronavirus has had a huge impact on the tech industry, affecting the global supply chain and causing interminable product delays. Here's the latest on COVID-19 and how it's affecting the tech industry.March 11, 2020: E3 won't be taking place this yearOne of the gaming industry's biggest events won't be taking place this year. E3 has been officially canceled over coronavirus fears, with the three-day event originally scheduled to take place from June 9 - 11. It's a big blow to the gaming industry, and it is possible we'll see brands announce new games in dedicated virtual events. Google is now recommendin...

Imaging continues to be the one weak spot in OnePlus' arsenal — and it needs to fix that this year.OnePlus makes some of the best Android phones money can buy. The brand's obsession with performance has allowed its phones to stand out, and last year, in particular, was a coming-of-age moment. OnePlus successfully rolled out two different product lines in the OnePlus 7 Pro and the OnePlus 7T, and the latter turned out to be an incredible value for the hardware on offer.OnePlus also overhauled its software, and continual tweaks to OxygenOS have made it the best skin you'll find on Android. The interface is devoid of any bloat and has useful additions that give it an edge over Android One devices.But one area where the brand has continued to struggle is imaging. While the hardware on a OnePlus phone is comparable to that of any Samsung or Huawei flagship, its cameras never measured up to the best that Android has to offer. To rectify the issue, OnePlus set up a dedicated camera ...

One of the biggest gaming events of the year may be canceled as new consoles are on the horizon.What you need to knowThe coronavirus has caused venues all over the world to shut down.GDC was just postponed at the end of February.E3 looks like it may be following suit and may cancel its planned conference in June.The Entertainment Software Association may be announcing E3 2020's cancellation tomorrow morning due to COVID-19 (coronavirus) concerns, if rumors are to be believed. This comes after multiple games industry events like GDC and SXSW were either postponed or canceled as well. If true, this would mark the first time in the show's history that it won't take place.The floodgates opened up on Twitter Tuesday night after Devolver Digital tweeted that people should "cancel [their] E3 flights and hotels." This led others in the industry to confirm that sources speaking with them had indicated the event would indeed be canceled.Though Sony had already announced it would...

The 6-inch phone is powered by a Snapdragon 450 and 3GB of RAM.What you need to knowA listing of the devices officially supported by Play Services has confirmed many of the details about Samsung's upcoming Galaxy M11.The phone is expected to have an approximately 6-inch screen.Under the hood, there's a Snapdragon 450 paired with 3GB of RAM and an Adreno 506.Google's list of Play Store-supported devices prematurely revealed some of the specs and the design of Samsung's Galaxy M11 before the South Korean giant had the chance to announce the device to the world.Spotted by TechieJerry, the Google Play Console listing includes a render of the phone (shown above), as well as the phone's specs. While the screen size is not explicitly stated, the 1,560 x 720 resolution combined with the stated pixel density of 280ppi indicates the phone's diagonal length will be about 6.1 inches.In addition, the guts of the phone will comprise of a decidedly midrange Snapdragon 450 paired wit...

An elegant and connected Wear OS smartwatch.What you need to knowThe Summit 2+ is Montblanc's Wear OS smartwatch for 2020.It's an upgrade over the Summit 2 and prides itself on offering LTE, a full day of battery life in regular use, and interchangeable straps.It will come in three colors: black, steel and rose-gold.Montblanc has just announced the Summit 2+, a smartwatch aimed at people who enjoy nice watches, traveling, and are physically active to some extent."Montblanc is taking a bold next step in the luxury wearables sector with its new Summit 2+, offering even more capabilities through Wear OS by Google," Nicolas Baretzki, CEO Montblanc said, "Designed to be a powerful daily companion, Summit 2+ links you to the world around you, enabling to stay active and connected at all times."So let's talk specs. It's not that much different from the Summit 2, perhaps reflected by the name. The Summit 2+ will be powered by the Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor, it'll come with ...

Beauty mixes with functionality for these travel companion headphones.Montblanc is traditionally known for its finely-crafted and fashionable accessories, but since dabbling into the world of electronics with the Summit smartwatch, it's expanding this new category. Now with the simply named Montblanc Smart Headphones, Montblanc is bringing its signature design and quality over to the competitive world of active noise-cancelling over-ear headphones.We're all familiar with the leaders in this space, dominated by the likes of the Bose 700s and Sony WH1000XM3s (and sure, the Microsoft Surface Headphones too) all landing in the $300-400 price range. But as you'd expect from a name like Montblanc, these headphones are playing in a higher tier — at $595, you're ponying up extra for the materials, design and brand.But after seeing, wearing and listening to them, it feels worth it. The headphones come in three color options — black and gold, black and silver, grey and silver —...

A total of 20 apps with a combined 35 million downloads were found to be engaging in these practices.What you need to knowSensor Tower, a data analytics company, has been using an assortment of free VPNs and ad-blocking apps to collect user data.The identified apps have more than 35 million downloads in total.Both Google and Apple have removed some of these apps from their app stores since the revelations.A new report from BuzzFeed News reveals that up to 20 VPNs and ad-blocking apps on both the Play Store and the iOS App Store were secretly spying on their users. All of these apps belong to one company: Sensor Tower, an analytics firm used by different stakeholders to assess the app revenue, performance, and more.The apps have a total of 35 million combined downloads, making these revelations particularly troubling. Some of the apps identified by report include Free and Unlimited VPN, Luna VPN, Mobile Data, and Adblock Focus, all of which were recently available on the P...

Extension support is still restricted to only uBlock Origin.What you need to knowMozilla just updated its GeckoView-based Firefox Preview to version 4.0.The new release brings with it features like a password manager, in-app language changing, and a 'Top Sites' section.Extension support is, sadly, still restricted to just uBlock Origin at the moment.Mozilla has been working on a revamped version of its Android browser for nearly a year now. Firefox Preview's biggest claim to fame is that it eschews the default WebView API used by most Android browsers for Mozilla's own GeckoView, which the company claims is "designed to expose the entire power of the Web."The latest release for the Preview browser brings the build number to 4.0 (via Techdows). Alongside that bump in versions, users also get a slate of new features. The full changelog is shown below:Login managementIn-App Language Chooser (Nightly-only)Top SitesBypassing Certificate errorsFix persistent undo notific...

The Galaxy Note 10 has an awesome 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED display. However, if you want to keep your Note 10 looking Day One gorgeous, you'll need a screen protector to avoid any distracting micro-abrasions from spoiling your new phone. Here are the best screen protectors for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.Trusted tempered glassWhitestone Dome GlassBest protectionThe Whitestone Dome Glass is a premium option for protecting the display of your Note 10. This kit includes a phone holder that ensures a perfect installation and acts as a guide for the UV light that cures the screen protector to the display. Whitestone Dome Glass screen protectors offer full coverage for the whole display and won't pop loose over time.$45 at Whitestone DomeBudget optionIQ Shield Screen Protector (2-pack)Staff pickWe recommend this affordable clear film to anyone looking to save some money. The film is designed to prevent bubbling for an easier application process. Since it comes in a ...

Super-resolution scaling has proven to be a winner for Google and NVIDIA, and Oculus could soon be using it as well.What you need to knowFacebook's AI division has found a way to utilize super-resolution rendering to improve Oculus Quest performance.This technique has been utilized by companies like Google and NVIDIA in the past and has proven to deliver amazing results.Facebook is not committing to a timeline for the possible update and maintains that it's purely theoretical, for now.Researchers at Facebook's AI division have come up with a way to provide developers with up to 67% more rendering power on mobile VR hardware with a "simple" software update. Of course, anything dealing with the development of AI and its implementation into practical applications is anything but "simple", but the key here is that the current generation of hardware could see significant improvements in performance through the normal procedure of updating the system software.In a nutshell, Upl...

Get ready for many hours' worth of fun.It was a sunny and mild Wednesday morning when I happened to check my phone to see that, among the depressing world news, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night had suddenly appeared in the Google Play and App Stores!I loved this game as a kid, and I certainly wasn't alone. In fact, it was so monumental, influential, and memorable that it, along with Super Metroid, helped define an entire sub-genre of games that is still being replicated (and often very well!) to this day. Symphony of the Night tells an interesting story with non-linear gameplay that leaves you to explore the path forward. Even though we've seen re-releases and updated versions put out in the past for the PSP and regular PlayStation consoles, this is the first time we get to experience it on mobile. That means a whole lot more people get to play Symphony of the Night, and that's always a good thing.A classicCastlevania: Symphony of the Night ...

Rooting isn't as popular as it used to be, but there's still a vibrant community of modders involved in launching new ROMs. If you're just getting started or are looking to delve back into the world of modding, these are the devices you need to consider.Tinker awayOnePlus 7TStaff pickThe OnePlus 7T is one of the best phones in the market today. You're getting incredible hardware in the form of a Snapdragon 855+ chipset backed by 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, but you also get the best software you'll find on Android. Combine that with an active modding community and you get the ideal phone for installing custom ROMs.$499 at OnePlusThat Cheap PixelGoogle Pixel 3aThe Pixel 3a is rocking a solid OLED display, the latest available version of Android, and is guaranteed to be updated for the next three years. Plus, if you care about camera quality at all, absolutely nothing comes close to it. Google also makes it extremely straightforward to unlock the bootloade...

And there's a remote this time!What you need to know9to5Google reports that Google is working on a new Chromecast Ultra.It's said to look a lot like the current 3rd Gen Chromecast and support 4K HDR streaming.The big difference is that it'll run Android TV and come with a remote.New Google hardware could be soon available, and we aren't just talking about the Pixel 4a. According to a new report from the folks at 9to5Google, a new Chromecast Ultra is in the works and nearing its launch.Just like the existing Chromecast Ultra, this 2nd gen model will allow you to cast your movies and TV shows to it and watch them in glorious 4K HDR. Design-wise, it's said to look a lot like the regular 3rd Gen Chromecast with a soft-touch finish and a "G" logo smack-dab in the middle.None of that is particularly exciting, but that's not all there is to this new Chromecast Ultra. Apparently, it'll run a fully-fledged version of Android TV and come with a remote for navigating the user inte...

Check out the ways you can deck out the Slayer in Doom Eternal.What you need to knowBethesda has revealed that players can tweak the armor of the Slayer in Doom Eternal.Bethesda has released a new video showing off the different armor customization players can use in-game.There's even a very special unicorn skin for Twitch Prime members. Doom Eternal is set to release on March 20 for most platforms, with a Nintendo Switch release coming later.Bethesda has released a new video showing off how players can personalize the Slayer in Doom Eternal. After all, what's the point of wreaking carnage if you don't look good doing it? There's even a promotional Twitch Prime unicorn-themed skin. No, seriously. Take a look at the different Slayer armor customization options in the video below.Don't worry about potential costs through, as aside from the aforementioned Twitch Prime skin, everything is earnable in-game and there is no microtransaction storefront.If you'd like to lea...

Sweatproof earbuds are essential, especially when you're working out. Typically, an IPX4 rating (sweat and splash-proof) is fine for most types of workouts, but some earbuds take it a step further to try to isolate any water from entering your earbuds. We've gathered a list of the best sweatproof true wireless earbuds out there.Best overallJabra Elite Active 75tStaff PickTake everything that's great with the Jabra Elite 75t and tack on even better water and dust resistance, with an IP57 rating. This means that your earbuds will be able to withstand most types of workouts (sans swimming and other workouts where the earbuds might get fully submerged). Pair that with excellent comfort, long battery life and great customizability through Jabra's smartphone app, and the Elite Active 75t are going to be tough the beat.$200 at Best BuyRunner upJaybird VistaThe Jaybird Vista are IPX7 water-resistant, which means they'll be able to withstand the toughest of workouts and mo...

Best answer: While useful without the subscription, you should invest in Nest Aware for your various Nest Cams. Doing so gives you the ability to store recordings in the cloud for use at a later time.For a smarter home: Nest Aware (From $5/month at Google Store)Keep your home safe: Nest Cam ($165 at Amazon)What is Nest Aware?Nest Aware is a subscription service offered by Nest that works in tandem with the various Nest Cams. This service provides a few different benefits, especially for those who want to be able to store recordings for use in the future.Previously, there were three different subscriptions available. There's the standard plan, which was priced at $5 per month or $50 per year. The mid-tier subscription started at either $10 per month or $100 per year, while the top-tier subscription started at $30 per month or $300 per year.However, this is where things already get tricky, as these base subscription prices only apply to one camera. Any additional camera ...

The Galaxy S20 is easily one of the best phones of early 2020, with stunning build quality and incredibly powerful specs backed by equally powerful cameras. There's just one problem: Samsung tries its hardest to make you use its Bixby voice assistant, even going so far as to make Bixby the default action when you long-press the side key (otherwise known as the power button). Thankfully, it's easy to remove this shortcut and get your power menu back.How to change the Side Key functionAdding a Bixby shortcut to the side key is nothing new for Samsung; it did the same thing with the Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series, making it difficult for newcomers to figure out how to restart or power down their phone. It added a shortcut to the power menu in the notification shade to make it a bit easier, but there's just no substitute for holding down the power button. Here's how to disable the Bixby shortcut.Open the Settings app.Scroll down the list and tap Advanced features.Tap Side key....

The legendary trilogy is back! This time, in VR.What you need to knowPanzer Dragoon Voyage Record will be released on VR platforms sometime in the next year.No specific platforms have been announced at this time.Panzer Dragoon VR marks the first original entry into the series in almost 20 years.It's been a quiet decade for the Panzer Dragoon series, but that's all about to change with the advent of two major upcoming games in the series. Marking the 25th anniversary of the release of the original Panzer Dragoon on the Sega Saturn, Sega has announced a publishing partnership with Wildman, Inc. to develop Panzer Dragoon Voyage Record. Panzer Dragoon VR is said to be an omnibus of the original trilogy of games and will relive various episodes from Panzer Dragoon, Panzer Dragoon Zwei, and Panzer Dragoon Saga.As expected based on the series history, Panzer Dragoon Voyage Record will be a "dramatic VR shooter", likely featuring on-rails movement with player-controlled dodging a...

A truly buttonless smartphone could be the next big thing.What you need to knowSentons has announced the SDS ButtonBar.The ButtonBar is a standardized virtualized button replacement solution for power and volume buttons in smartphones.Sentons is partnering with Foxconn to enable production at scale. Sentons wants to make it easier for smartphone OEMs to get rid of physical buttons and replace them with standardized virtual buttons. By virtual buttons, we don't mean the software buttons that used to grace the bottoms of your Android displays, instead, we're talking about what Sentons called software-defined spaces (i.e SDS) that replace traditional buttons like the power and volume buttons. Think about the HTC U12's virtual buttons but better.The SDS ButtonBar is that replacement. Senton says that its new ButtonBar will provide a standardized solution that incorporates the best of physical buttons with the flexibility of virtual buttons. The ButtonBar is made up of "over 2...

If you suffer from either short-term or long-term memory loss issues, you're not alone. Countless people experience episodes of memory loss throughout the day that can be as trivial as forgetting to grab your keys on the way out the door or as serious as forgetting to pick your friend up from the airport, and the older you get the more pronounced these lapses tend to become.And while lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can help you improve your memory in the short run, these types of remedies are no match for the types of memory loss that can have a serious impact on your life.With the Ultimate Memory Mastery Bundle, however, you'll learn how to drastically improve multiple types of memory through twenty hours of in-depth instruction that's backed by the latest methods in psychology and neuroscience, and the entire bundle is currently available for over 95% off at just $19.99.This best-selling bundle will help you become more productive throughout the day while you hit your...

Getting headphones for a kid is a different task than getting headphones for an adult. Kids headphones get smaller dimensions, simplified controls, well-thought-out features for comfortable use, and crucially, from an aural safety point of view, built-in volume limiting. Luckily, these headphones are more affordable than ever. Some limit audio to as low as 85 decibels, which is safe for a child to listen to for up to eight hours. Other options, like the Noot Products K11 are foldable for easy travel, while others still boast further clever tricks to make them kid-friendly, like cute designs and durable build quality.Best Overall: Noot Products K11 Foldable On-Ear HeadsetThese headphones will fit all children aged three and up. Their foldable design makes them ideal for chucking in school bags for storing in hand luggage and even for compact storage at home. Sound-wise you're looking at 40mm drivers and noise cancellation capabilities.Available in three colorways, kids will lo...

More players will be able to try Guerrilla Games' 2017 title.What you need to knowThere have been recent rumors that Horizon Zero Dawn was coming to PC.Hermen Hulst, head of Sony Worldwide Studios, has confirmed these rumors. Horizon Zero Dawn is planned to launch on PC sometime in Summer 2020. Over the past few weeks, there have been some reports and hints that Horizon Zero Dawn would be coming to PC, directly published by PlayStation. Today, some recent news has locked it in: Horizon Zero Dawn is in fact coming to PC. This confirmation comes via Hermen Hulst, head of Sony Worldwide Studios, in an interview on PlayStation Blog.Hulst stated that "Yes, I can confirm that Horizon Zero Dawn is coming to PC this summer…. There will be more information coming from Guerrilla, from the new studio directors [Michiel van der Leeuw, JB van Beek, and Angie Smets] pretty soon."The Steam listing for the game is now available, if you want to wishlist it. It's the Complete Edition, ...

What you need to know about each carrier's capabilities and plans for fifth-generation wireless.The Big Four U.S. carriers are all well into their 5G roadmap. We have 5G-ready phones like the Galaxy S20, and we already can see the results of testing using phones and broadband routers and wireless hotspots. 5G is here, and it's not going to be the typical slow rollout we've seen with 3G and 4G LTE.There is one way that the 5G networks in the U.S. will resemble its 3G and 4G counterparts, though: each carrier is doing things differently and it's very unlikely that you'll be able to buy a single device that works with everything. This will probably change as the tech inside the devices and the tech that powers the networks mature, but any goals of buying an unlocked 5G-ready device today and using it across multiple carriers will need to be tempered.Here's what we know so far about how each carrier is building a 5G network.Note: This article was updated in March 2020 with all of...

Fun and games on a Big Merry Cruise.What you need to knowShenmue is a unique open-world game series set in Japan.Shenmue III is the much-anticipated continuation of the series.It's third DLC, titled 'Big Merry Cruise,' has been announced.It's coming to the Epic Games Store and Playstation 4 on March 17.Shenmue III continues to get new content through DLC packs, with the third one on its way for release on March 17. 'Big Merry Cruise' isn't going to completely revamp the game or add a load of content, but it will add a new miniature area to explore with new mini-games and activities to occupy your time. One of the biggest appeals of Shenmue III is the vast variety of gameplay you can find, so this DLC should be right up the alley of current players and fans. A new cruise ship has arrived in the Niaowu harbor; What better way than to enjoy a few relaxing games? Various types of entertainment can be enjoyed aboard the ship, as well as challenge missions which can only b...

The 5G-enabled OnePlus 8 phones could be significantly more expensive than their predecessors.What you need to knowOnePlus has announced that its upcoming phones will all be 5G-enabled.The company is expected to unveil the OnePlus 8 series sometime next monthSadly, the addition of 5G connectivity could mean that the company's next flagship will be significantly more expensive than the OnePlus 7T Pro. Popular Chinese smartphone brand OnePlus is expected to take the wraps off its next flagship phones sometime next month. The OnePlus 8 series phones will come with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 865 chipset, 120Hz displays, and upgraded cameras. OnePlus today confirmed that it will be unveiling a "full 5G lineup" for its upcoming launch, which means both the OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro phones will offer 5G connectivity.OnePlus founder and CEO, Pete Lau said in a statement: This is a milestone both for OnePlus and our users. We're proud to be among the first smartphone manufacturers...

Some flagship phones are capable of transferring files two times faster.What you need to knowA recent test from Android Authority reveals that the Pixel 3 and Pixel 4 smartphones have significantly slower USB transfer speeds compared to the competition.The Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 4 were even slower at transferring files than the previous Pixel 2 and the original Pixel smartphone.Android Authority speculates the reason for the slower speeds must be either software or firmware related.Google's Pixel lineup produces one of the best Android phones each year. However, in some areas, the phones come up short against the competition. One of the biggest complaints we saw about the Pixel 4 smartphones was the poor battery life. Now, after a series of tests, Android Authority has discovered another way the Pixel 3 and 4 smartphones just don't measure up.According to the results from the experiment, the Pixel 3 and 4 were twice as slow as the competitors when comparing USB transfer...

Quick steps to get your phone up and running in great shape.Breaking the seal on the box of a new phone is always an exciting time. You did your research, picked out the exact phone you wanted, and now you have it! When you buy a Galaxy S20, there's a whole lot to get into, to the point where it can be overwhelming and you can forget some of the basics. So, where do you start? Right here.Remove all of the plasticTo protect phones during shipment, Samsung covers the Galaxy S20 in plastic. In the excitement to get started using your new phone you'll probably rip the big plastic covering off, and miss the other pieces of plastic film that line its edges. You don't want to use your phone for weeks and not realize that you still have factory plastic on the edges.You'll find little pieces of thin plastic clinging to the sides, top and bottom of the phone — they're easy enough to lift up with a fingernail and peel off. After close inspection you'll get 'em all, and actually have y...