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OneNote for Android is finally joining its iOS counterpart.What you need to knowDark mode is now live in OneNote for Android.This update also adds a "modern" inking experience to the mix.Other tweaks include pull-to-refresh and the ability to reorder sections.If you've been waiting for OneNote on Android to finally jump on the dark mode wagon, the time has arrived. Microsoft announced this week that dark mode is now rolling out to OneNote for Android on phones and tablets, bringing it up to par with the iOS app. There are also several other tweaks coming along with this update, including a "modern" inking experience.The dark mode is pretty straightforward. You can enable it from your app settings, at which point you'll be prompted to close the app and open it again to set the theme. The white background of the app is then replaced with a black background and text that's white or grey. The look can also be set to follow your default system theme.The inking experience now...

This is going to be a talking point for a good long while.What you need to knowSamsung will release another software update to address early Galaxy S20 camera issues.Issues with auto focus are one of a handful of early complaints among testers.It isn't known when this update will be released.If you're really deep into the talking points surrounding the Galaxy S20's launch, you'll know that the camera is at the core of the discussion. Not only talking about its capabilities and how good the photos are, but also some very specific complaints about its shortcomings. It isn't promising much yet, but knowing an update is in the works is at least comforting.Even though the Galaxy S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra aren't even on sale yet, only pre-order, with a retail launch set for March 6, there are a good number out in the wild being closely evaluated by media outlets — including us, of course. The Galaxy S20 Ultra in particular is receiving scrutiny for issues with auto focus h...

Twenty past winners of the show do battle to win two million dollars.It's now 20 years since Survivor hit TV screens, pitting groups of strangers together in an isolated location, where they must provide food, fire, and shelter for themselves while also completing challenges.To mark the 40th Season, this latest instalment of the show will be bringing back a select 20 of the 38 previous winners of the show.They'll be battling it out to win a bumper $2 million prize - a figure that CBS claims is the biggest in reality TV history. The competitors will once again be heading to a remote part of Fiji with Jeff Probst returning as host (and producer). Also making a reappearance is the controversial Edge of Extinction twist that was introduced in Season 38 which saw contestants remain in the show after they have been voted off.One notable omission however is the show's first ever-winner, and arguably most infamous contestant, Richard Hatch, who has been left out by producers in contr...

It's Samsung's answer to Apple's T2 and Google's Titan M security chips.What you need to knowSamsung this week announced a new security chip for phones, called S3K250AF.The security solution is already installed in the Galaxy S20 series.Third-party phone makers can also buy the chip to use in their own phones.Samsung is finally joining Apple and Google in having a dedicated security chip built into its phones. However, unlike Apple's (T2 Security Chip) and Google's (Titan M) offerings, Samsung's chip has a rather dull name: S3K250AF.The chip, combined with software smarts, makes up what Samsung is calling its "Secure Element (SE) turnkey solution for mobile devices." And just like the competition, the plan here is to protect a user's most sensitive data by partitioning it away from the rest of the phone's storage and keeping it in a more secure enclave (the security chip). Samsung's new turnkey solution is a dedicated tamper-resistant strongbox that securely stores us...

The Galaxy S20 Ultra is a premium phone in just about every regard. It has a colossal AMOLED display with a buttery smooth 120Hz refresh rate, powerful camera system with zooming capabilities up to 100x, and a giant 5,000 mAh — just to name a few of the highlights. If you want to make your experience of using the phone just a little bit nicer, it's worth picking up a leather case. Not only will this ensure protection for the S20 Ultra during daily use, but it'll also make sure it looks good while doing so.Perfect pairingSamsung Leather CoverStaff PickBeing the most expensive S20 model out there, the Ultra deserves a leather case that's every bit as premium and high-end as it is. If you ask us, the leather case that meets those standards is the official Samsung Leather Cover. Offered in six gorgeous colors, this case gives you genuine leather that looks incredible, a microfiber lining to protect the phone, and aluminum buttons that feel great to press.$50 at Samsung...

More impressiveSamsung Galaxy S20$1000 at SamsungPros120Hz AMOLED displayTriple rear camerasExpandable storageSupports 5G networksReverse wireless chargingConsConsiderably more expensiveWorse track record for software updatesThe baseline Galaxy S20 is the lowest-end model in this year's S lineup, but its specs and features suggest otherwise. Having a 120Hz refresh rate with Samsung's AMOLED display panel is a pure joy, the camera system is improved over previous generations, and things like expandable storage and reverse wireless charging give the S20 a nice edge over the iPhone. Just be prepared to spend a lot of money.Affordable AppleiPhone 11$699 at AmazonProsFantastic cameras and performanceLong-lasting batteryFace ID continues to impressYears of guaranteed updatesMore affordableConsLightning port is a drag in 2020iOS is just as restrictive as everSomehow, we're living in an alternate reality where Apple's iPhone is now ch...

There are plenty of reasons to use a VPN. Security and privacy come to mind, but when you're talking about a streaming device like the NVIDIA Shield TV, regional restrictions are right up there at the top, too. You don't turn into a pirate just because you're on vacation.Products used in this guideThe Best Streaming Box: NVIDIA Shield TV ($150 at Amazon)Use a VPN appMany VPNs have a dedicated Android app, and you can download them from Google Play. There are many of them available, including ExpressVPN, IPVanish, TunnelBear, among others, and even if you can't find one through your Shield's Play Store, sideloading is easy.Install the VPN app from the Google Play Store.Open the app and follow the instructions.Once signed in your Shield TV can use your VPN like any other Android device. If your VPN doesn't have an Android app you can still set things up using the OpenVPN app for Android.Install OpenVPN from Google Play.Visit the website for your VPN provider and ...

The company says more than 70 Snapdragon 865-powered phones have been announced or are in development.What you need to knowQualcomm this week boasted that its Snapdragon 865 was leading the charge in making 5G available to customers.It also claimed that more than 70 phones powered by the SoC had either been announced or were under development.The press release also confirmed the specs of some as-yet-unannounced flagship phones for 2020.Almost every major flagship in 2020 will likely be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865. While the first batch of phones sporting the SoC, such as the Galaxy S20 series, have already been unannounced, in a new press release this week, Qualcomm name-dropped, and confirmed the existence of, a bunch of phones we had previously not known much about.The company claimed that its silicon was leading the charge in bringing 5G to the masses, and confirmed that the following phones would have a Snapdragon 865 under the hood:Black Shark 3FCNT arro...

Budget-friendly doesn't have to mean unsecure.What you need to knowBlink will require two-factor authentication after March 30, 2020, adding significant security benefits for customers.Users can verify their email addresses right in the Blink app.Only email can be used for two-factor authentication at this time.Starting March 31, 2020, Blink camera owners will be required to have a registered email attached to their Blink accounts in order to receive two-factor authentication codes. Blink sent out emails to many customers today outlining the changes and letting customers know that they'll need to verify their email address associated with their Blink account in order to use the service after March 30, 2020.Blink is making it easy to do this right through the app by opening your Blink app, clicking on the hamburger button on the top left to open the menu, selecting manage account, and then clicking verify email. It took me about two hours to get my verification email, like...

Arlo offers eight different security cameras, including three generations of its Pro line. Now that the Pro 3 is out, is the Pro 2 still worth considering?Arlo Pro 2Oldie but goodieFrom $300 at AmazonProsCan store up to 2TB locally via the hubIP65 weather-resistanceNight visionRecords in 1080p Seven days of free cloud storageWorks with Amazon Alexa and Google AssistantConsLower resolution than Pro 3Smaller viewing angles than Pro 3The Arlo Pro 2 may be a few years old at this point, but it still offers most of what you'll probably need or want in a home security camera system.Arlo Pro 3New and improvedFrom $483 at AmazonProsCan store up to 2TB locally via the hubIP65 weather-resistanceColor night vision with integrated spotlightRecords in 2K HDRThree-month trial of Arlo Smart cloud serviceWorks with Amazon Alexa and Google AssistantConsMore expensive than the Pro 2Less generous free cloud storage options than Arlo Pro 2The...

Samsung's largest phone to date is the Galaxy S20 Ultra. While some people might be against the idea of adding any extra bulk to an extra-large phone, a wallet case is the most sensible option since it provides complete protection while also letting you store some daily essentials right with your phone. These are the best wallet cases for the Galaxy S20 Ultra we've seen so far.Luxurious leatherSnakehive Vintage Leather WalletStaff PickSnakehive used genuine leather for its folio wallet cases, and they always look and feel wonderful. It's available in seven beautiful colors including the teal model featured above, and because it's made with European full-grain nubuck leather these cases only get more beautiful as they age.$38 at AmazonCarry your cardsOlixar Flip Wallet CoverOlixar offers a faux-leather wallet case that's perfect for the working professional on a budget. The design is slim and sleek with just two card slots on the front cover and the back is t...

Best answer: Yes, you can play Stadia on your Chromebook even if you have one with incredibly low specs. It may not be the most ideal way to play, but it's possible. Google wants Stadia to be accessible to everyone regardless of how powerful their devices are.Entry level: Lenovo Chromebook 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop ($256 at Amazon)Go wireless: Google Stadia controller ($69 at Google)Bigger and better: ASUS C302 Chromebook Flip ($550 at Amazon)What's the catch?No catch, according to Google. It really can work with any model Chromebook, even if you decided to pick up the cheapest thing you could find on sale one day. Because of how Stadia works, you shouldn't need anything more than what you already have to play it. How does it work in practice? Well, some folks have run into trouble consistently playing on extremely high definition settings on older Chromebook models, but there doesn't seem to be issues with Stadia simply not working on one.The company's whole motto with t...

The first new languages to be supported by Google Translate in four years.What you need to knowGoogle is adding support for five new languages into Google Translate.The languages are Kinyarwanda, Odia, Tatar, Turkmen and Uyghur, which Google says are spoken by more than 75 million people. The service now supports 108 languages in total.Google has added support for five new languages in Google Translate. These are Kinyarwanda, Odia (Oriya), Tatar, Turkmen, and Uyghur. With Google Translate web app or extension, users can translate from and to these languages on the web. The firm has also added virtual keyboard support for three of those languages; Kinyarwanda, Tatar and Uyghur.Writing in a blog post, Google's Isaac Caswell explained: Languages without a lot of web content have traditionally been challenging to translate, but through advancements in our machine learning technology, coupled with active involvement of the Google Translate Community, we've added support fo...

Companies are continually pushing the boundaries of our gaming experiences to be more social than ever, but this can cause an influx of people who abuse the system and attempt to ruin the fun for others. When this happens, Sony can step in to help take appropriate measures, but only if you send them a report first. Here's how to do it.What can be reportedPlayStation provides a very clear list of what you should not do on your account. If you find anyone breaking these conditions, you may report them.Do Not:Stalk, bully, threaten, discriminate against or abuse other users.Encourage other users to commit acts considered inappropriate or illegal in the game or the real world.Upload or attach pornographic images to PMs.Use online ID's which include profanity, sexual reference or hate speech.Speak to or text others with hateful language or images which disparage others based on ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. Exploit issues or environments that were not in...

Amazon has been making Fire TV streaming devices for over five years now, and for most of that time, they have had a streaming stick available. Currently, there are three Fire TV sticks to choose from, so which one should you get? We've played with them all and want to share our thoughts on which is the best option for you.Best Overall: Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice RemoteLet's not mince words here; this is the Fire TV stick that you want to get. Period. Yeah, the others work just about as well, but with the Fire TV Stick 4K, you are future-proofing yourself. As more and more video content is available in better formats like 4K, UHD, HDR 10+, and Dolby Vision, you're going to want to have a device that can support and stream that content, especially if and when you upgrade your TV to match.Even at full-price, this device is a bargain, but it is often offered at a discount, which makes it an incredible buy. You get almost all of the same high-end specs of more premium devi...

The man responsible for the most iconic cheat code in history has died.What you need to knowKazuhisa Hashimoto created the Konami Code cheat — Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start.The cheat has been used in countless games, both from Konami and other publishers.Konami shared today on Twitter that Kazuhisa Hashimoto has died. We've got some sad news to share today. Konami has confirmed via Twitter that Kazuhisa Hashimoto, the creator of the Konami Code, has died at age 61. The sequence he created, Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, B, A, Start, is known as the Konami Code.We are saddened to hear about the passing of Kazuhisa Hashimoto, a deeply talented producer who first introduced the world to the "Konami Code". Our thoughts are with Hashimoto-san's family and friends at this time. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/vQijEQ8lU2— Konami (@Konami) February 26, 2020The Konami Code is easily the most well-known video game cheat code of all ...

Best answer: You can buy a replacement S Pen directly from Samsung in black, brown, yellow, or purple, but you'll find that third-party retailers sell them for a bit cheaper.From the source: Galaxy Note 9 Replacement S Pen ($30 at Samsung)The other guys: Galaxy Note 9 Replacement S Pen ($26 at Amazon) Can you just swap out your S Pen?If your S Pen goes missing or you've just decided you want to try a different color, there's no better place to buy something than directly from the source. You know you're getting exactly what you're paying for, and should something happen to go wrong, you only have to deal with one company to find a solution.Samsung has the S Pen for the Note 9 available in black, purple, brown and yellow (called blue, to coordinate with the blue Note 9) for $30. Once you receive your S Pen, just slide it into the Note 9's silo to pair the two devices together.Be wary of cheap knockoffsAs with any product, there are bound to be third-party options availa...

If you aren't a backer, this is when you'll be able to start grabbing this remaster.What you need to knowThe Wonderful 101: Remastered was announced via a Kickstarter campaign earlier this month.Since then, the Kickstarter has raised over $1,740,000.PlatinumGames confirmed today that the The Wonderful 101: Remastered is being released on May 19.Kickstarter backers will still get it earlier in April. Earlier in February, PlatinumGames announced a Kickstarter campaign for The Wonderful 101: Remastered, which at the time of this being written, has crossed over $1,740,000. Today, PlatinumGames announced the general release date of the game, which will begin rolling out on May 19 in North America.The Wonderful 101: Remastered now has an official general release date! Unite up on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and PC on May 19 (North America), May 22 (Europe) or June 11 (Japan). #ALLFOR101 pic.twitter.com/XvipObg5AR— PlatinumGames Inc. (@platinumgames) February 26, 2020F...

There are also some improvements to one-handed use.What you need to knowThe OxygenOS Open Beta 5 is now available for the OnePlus 6 and 6T.It brings with it several fixes, as well as improved one-handed use for the Phone app.On the security front, the February 2020 security patch is also included, albeit only three days before the start of March.Like clockwork, OnePlus has released yet another OxygenOS Open Beta for the OnePlus 6 series a month after the last one. Unlike that rollout, the release this time around is a little light on new features and mostly focuses on system stability and fixes — unless you're living in India.Here's the full changelog: System Fixed and removed white bar below the keyboard Fixed the issue with app crashes during installing and updating Improved system stability and fixed general bugs Updated Android security patch to 2020.02 Network (India Only) Integrated the VoWifi registration for the Jio Sim ...

If you've been eyeing the painfully expensive Samsung Galaxy Note family from afar, you don't have to go without a stylus just because you want a more practically priced smartphone. The new LG Stylo 5x continues LG's series of stylus-packed smartphones, and it does it at a price that's nearly a tenth the cost of Samsung's most expensive model.The LG Stylo 5X delivers a 6.2" display for the type of scale you'd expect from a phablet, giving you plenty of space to sketch, doodle, color in the coloring book, or scribble out a few notes using the built-in stylus. That display is also sharp with a 2,160 x 1,080 resolution, bumping slightly above Full HD. That extra bit of vertical screen space can give you more room for the wider formats many movies and some TV shows now use, letting you see more of the content you want and less of those pesky letterboxes.And, you'll be able to enjoy that screen throughout the day thanks to a 3,500 mAh battery. For most users, that will be enough batte...

Big speed and coverageUbiquiti AmpliFi Alien$699 at AmpliFiProsFast combined wireless 7865Mbps speedsMore coverageColor displayAmpliFi Teleport VPN includedConsOnly one Ethernet on nodeNo dedicated backhaulIn terms of raw speed and performance, the Ubiquiti AmpliFi Alien far exceeds the Orbi WiFi 6. The Alien also sports an attractive design with a nice display on the front of the main router with network statistics. The AmpliFi Teleport app also makes secure browsing on a public connection a breeze.Multi-gig WANNetgear Orbi WiFi 6 (RBK852)$696 at AmazonPros2.5Gbps WANFast AX6000 speedEight total EthernetDedicated backhaulConsSlower Wi-FiLess coverageNo WPA3A dedicated 5GHz band for connecting to other routers will help the Orbi WiFi 6 stay fast with demanding connections on any of the nodes. Access your gigabit connection all over the house including wired devices thanks to four LAN ports on both the router and the node....

Hunt or be hunted for free before launch.What you need to knowPredator: Hunting Grounds is getting a free trial ahead of release.The trial is open to players on both PlayStation 4 and PC, who can play together through cross-play. Predator: Hunting Grounds is currently scheduled to be available on April 24, 2020. You can preorder Predator: Hunting Grounds on PlayStation 4 for $40 at Amazon. If you're looking forward to Sony and Illfonic's upcoming asymmetrical title Predator: Hunting Grounds, you're in luck. PlayStation has announced a free trial for the game is coming ahead of launch on March 27. This trial is open to players on PS4 and PC, who can play together with cross-play. You can also take a look at bit of new gameplay below.The trial will only be available through March 29, so if you're interested, hop in that weekend. Predator: Hunting Grounds was first revealed back in 2019 and if you'd like another look, you can check out some older gameplay here. Predator...

Your friends will finally be able to hear you speak.What you need to knowOculus software update version 14 adds microphone support for the Oculus Quest when using it through Oculus Link.Oculus Link is now accessible via the Oculus Quest menu bar, making it easier to jump into PC VR gaming.Software version 14 should be available for download this week.While Oculus Quest users have been able to play PC VR games via the Oculus Link service since late last year, there's always been one glaring issue with the way Oculus Link works. Simply put, the microphone on the Oculus Quest was disabled any time you hooked it up to your PC via a USB Type-C cable, which made multiplayer games extremely difficult. Players either had to utilize a headset with a built-in microphone and plug it into the 3.5mm audio jacks on either side of the Oculus Quest, or just go without talking to other players.Now, with Oculus Software version 14, you won't have to deal with this horrendous limitation. Th...

One of the first cases for the Galaxy Z Flip is easily one of the best too. Case-Mate's Tough Case makes using the Z Flip better. Here's why.The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is arguably one of the most exciting phones of 2020 – and one of the most expensive. While the all-glass chassis looks stunning, it also makes the Z Flip extremely slippery. It's so slick it causes anxiety every time you grab and open it.The Case-Mate Tough Case for the Z Flip ($40) is one of the first on the market. It's also so good I don't feel I need to find something better. Here's why this is a solid choice for those who want to protect the Z Flip.Great looks and protectionCase-Mate Tough Case for Samsung Galaxy Z FlipBottom line: The Case-Mate Tough Case not only looks great, but it offers serious protection for one of the most expensive and delicate phones on the market. It also makes using the Z Flip easier and more enjoyable, all for a reasonable price. ...

PC gamers might get to play one of Sony's biggest PlayStation 4 exclusives soon.What you need to knowA listing for a PC version of Horizon Zero Dawn showed up on Amazon France earlier today.A prior report indicated that Horizon Zero Dawn would be coming to PC.Sony is also directly publishing Predator: Hunting Grounds on PC. More and more evidence is slowly starting to build for Horizon Zero Dawn coming to PC. A listing on Amazon France that has now been removed showed a PC version of the game, directly published by Sony. While the listing has been pulled, you can see what it looked like in the Twitter post from Nibellion below.Amazon France is listing Horizon: Zero Dawn for PC, published by Sonyhttps://t.co/uu5hTZjQPk(The game's anniversary is on February 28) pic.twitter.com/AlthmPmUCn— Nibel (@Nibellion) February 26, 2020A short while ago, a report from Jason Schreier at Kotaku indicated that Sony was looking to bring Horizon Zero Dawn to PC. Schreier's report indi...

With the Galaxy S20 series, Samsung has integrated Google Duo directly into the phone dialer, making it easy for you to video call your friends and family. You can initiate a video call from the phone dialer, and you'll be taken to Duo for the call itself. Here's how you can make Duo calls from your S20's phone dialer.Products used in this guideObvious upgrade: Samsung Galaxy S20 ($1,000 at Samsung)How to use Google Duo in the Galaxy S20 phone dialerOpen the phone dialer. Select the contact you want to video call. Tap the Duo icon underneath the contact's details to initiate a video call.The video call will be transferred over to Duo, and you can chat like you would on any Duo call. You can also switch from a regular voice call to a video call. When you're in a call, hit the Video call button to switch to Duo.Baking Duo into the Galaxy S20's phone dialer makes it that much easier to start a video call with the software. You no longer have to go to Duo and browse...

Look forward to "major, major, epic, epic lightsaber action happening on this show".What you need to knowThe Mandolorian Season 2 will have more lightsaber action, according to Giancarlo Esposito who plays Moff Gideon.The comments were made at FAN EXPO in Vancouver at a spotlight panel. Baby Yoda will not be wielding a lightsaber when this season launches in October. One thing Star Wars is known for, and the Mandolorian is not, is its epic lightsaber battles. From the dance-like moves of the Prequels, the modern action of the Sequels, the violent explosive action of the games, nothing gets Star Wars fan more revved up than a good old lightsaber duel.The Mandalorian Season One had a dearth of those kinds of battles, and Season 2 seems to be making up for it.As reported by Comicbook.com: Mando star Giancarlo Esposito was on hand at FAN EXPO Vancouver earlier this month, where he revealed to an eager crowd he's gotten plenty of time using the Darksaber during the cours...

Chatting it up with the AC forums.Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S20 series opened up this past Friday, meaning anyone interested in the new devices has had ample time to get their pre-order in to ensure they're among the first to rock Samsung's latest and greatest.Similar to last year with the S10, Samsung has three phones to choose from this time around — including the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra. All three phones are worth checking out, but which is proving to be the most popular?Taking a look through the AC forums, here's which models our members decided to go with. amyf27 02-21-2020 03:47 AM “ Preordered the S20 Ultra 5g Reply nuangel2 02-21-2020 12:17 AM “ I ordered S20+ 128 in cloud blue. Reply KrisYYC 02-21-2020 ...

Every kid wants a tablet. But deciding to invest in a tablet for your child is a big step, and there are several features to consider: price, parental controls, and perhaps most importantly, durability. The Amazon Fire 7 Kids Edition is a top pick not only for offering tons of great content for kids but also for its included protective bumper case and parental controls. You can manage what your kids do and not worry that they might be accessing questionable websites or web content. But the real clincher is the no questions asked two-year warranty that ensures that no matter how your child might knock it about, you'll get a free replacement.Best Overall - Amazon Fire 7 Kids EditionThe only thing the Fire 7 is missing is the Google Play Store. While that might be off-putting to some adult buyers, for children, it's not really an issue, especially when Amazon does such a great job at providing and curating content that your little ones will enjoy.Specifically, though, the Kids ...

This Saturday, February 29, Joseph Benavidez and Deiveson Figueiredo step into the octagon together in the flyweight bout of the evening to see who will be crowned the new champion. Weighing in at 125 pounds, Benavidez has been in more fights to date, though Figueiredo has quite an impressive record for the matches he's fought.Joseph Benavidez has a 28-5-0 record to date, while Deiveson Figueiredo sits at 17-1-0. The two have similar KO/TKO stats, with Benavidez going for the Southpaw stance while Figueirdo opts for Orthodox. Figueirdo is an inch taller and has an extra three inches of reach over Benavidez, which could prove to be the determining factor in this bout. The fight takes place in Norfolk, Virgina this time around, and streams exclusively on ESPN+ in the U.S.You'll want to make sure you check out all the details below so that you are prepared to tune in when the fight begins instead of scrambling to set your accounts up.UFC Fight Night 169: When & whereUFC Figh...

You can directly drag and drop a music file on the YouTube Music web app to upload it to your library.What you need to knowYouTube Music's cloud upload feature is now rolling out.You will find a new "Upload music" menu after you tap on your profile avatar in the web app. Uploading your music from the YouTube Music mobile app is currently not supported.YouTube Music's highly anticipated library upload functionality has finally arrived. As per the folks at 9to5Google, the feature is now widely available for users. As detailed by Google last week, users can upload music to their YouTube Music library only from the web app.As long as the feature has been enabled for your account, you will be able to see a new "Upload music" menu when you click on your profile picture in the YouTube Music web app. Once you tap on "Upload music," you will be able to select songs using the file browser to upload to your library. Alternatively, you can drag and drop the music file to any surface...

It'll be some time before the current hardware is cut off from Square Enix games.What you need to knowSquare Enix held a Q&A during its recent financial results briefing.During the Q&A, the company was asked about its plans for next-generation consoles.Square Enix explained it will be making cross-generation games for at least a while. You shouldn't expect to see next-generation exclusive games from Square Enix for some time. If you intend to stick to your current consoles for the time being, you'll still be able to play new Square Enix titles for a while. According to a Q&A held during the company's recent financial results briefing, Square Enix is not interested in making games exclusive to the Xbox Series X and the PlayStation 5 for the time being and will instead develop cross-generation games.When asked about the company's plan for next-generation consoles, Square Enix stated "The next-generation consoles will have backward compatibility, so we plan for ...

I know a lot of you want to go naked and show off the Galaxy S20 Ultra in all its 6.9-inch glory, but it's a half-pound, glass-backed phone that is super unwieldy. To paraphrase South Park, if you try to use the Ultra without a case, "you're gonna have a bad time." Never fear! Just because you need to use a case doesn't mean you need to bulk up your phone.Slim sustainabilityTech21 Studio ColourStaff pickThis ultra-thin case sports both 8-foot drop protection and anti-microbial properties while being made with plant-based materials. The color choices here are distinct and diverse, but I like the blue and cherry.$30 at Tech21Almost invisibleTotallee ThinTotallee has been making wonderfully thin cases for years. If all you want is a little bit of grip and some scratch protection, it doesn't get any better than this 0.02-inch thick minimalist case.$35 at TotalleeGrip and shineNillkin Frosted ShieldUnlike most ultra-thin cases that are either smooth-backed or...

By default, your Google Stadia games stream at the best visual quality possible depending on your device and membership tier. For anyone worried about data caps because their internet service provider limits how much data can be used in a month, this isn't ideal. There's a quick and easy way to limit your data usage so long as you're okay with limiting your streaming resolution as well.How to limit your data usage on Stadia for Android.Open up Google Stadia on your Android phone.Top on your icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Select Data usage & performance. Select Limit data usage or Balanced.This will drop your streaming quality down to either 720p or 1080p depending on which you choose. Data usage can reach 4.5 GB/hour at 720p while streaming at 1080p could use up to 12.6 GB/hour according to Google. Only those who subscribe to Stadia Pro have the option of streaming in 4K.Alternatively, if you have a strict data cap and already stream a lot of content...

The Galaxy S20 has exciting upgrades when it comes to the camera, featuring a new 12MP primary shooter that's joined by a 64MP zoom lens that offers 30x hybrid zoom and a 12MP wide-angle lens. There are new shooting modes to choose from, and the camera interface makes it easy to customize the modes to your liking.Products used in this guideCamera king: Samsung Galaxy S20 ($1,000 at Samsung)How to change and edit camera modes on the Galaxy S20Open the Camera app from your home screen. Swipe to the right until you get to the More sub-menu. Tap the Edit icon at the lower right corner of the screen.Drag your desired shooting mode out of the sub-menu and onto the ribbon. In this instance, I'm trying to add the Night and Pro modes to the camera interface. You should now see the modes in the ribbon interface at the bottom. Once you drag all the camera modes onto the ribbon, hit Save to finish editing.That's all there is to it. Your camera modes are now easily accessib...

In the constantly growing world of Android flagships, one of the most noteworthy right now is the Galaxy S20+. It's a phone that has a 120Hz display, Snapdragon 865 processor, and an impressive array of rear cameras. All of that is to say that it's a darn good phone. However, without the right case, it's susceptible to severe damage. A leather case will ensure this doesn't happen, while simultaneously giving your S20+ a touch of elegance.Keep it officialSamsung Leather CoverStaff PickSamsung makes only one leather case for the S20+, and lucky for us, it's darn good. Before you scoff at the Leather Cover's high price, consider everything it's bringing to the table. Not only is there genuine leather on the outside, but Samsung also has a microfiber lining on the interior to give your S20+ a soft place to call home. The buttons are made of aluminum, there are six colors, and it's one of the least bulky leather cases out there.$50 at SamsungCustomizable buttonsCYRIL...

Realme looks set to redefine the budget segment with the Realme 6 series.What you need to knowThe Realme 6 series will debut in India on March 5.Realme 6 series phones will come with 90Hz displays, 30W Flash Charge, and 64MP quad cameras. Under the hood, the upcoming Realme 6 is expected to be powered by the same Helio G90T chip as the Redmi Note 8 Pro. Realme introduced its first 5G-enabled flagship smartphone in India earlier this week, taking rivals such as OnePlus and Samsung head-on in the premium segment. The company has now announced that it will be introducing the Realme 6 series at an event in the country on March 5. Initially, at least, the Realme 6 series will include just two models – Realme 6 and Realme 6 Pro.Get ready as we are all set for the biggest launch of the year!User experience will get new benchmarks with the 64MP #ProCameraProDisplay of #realme6 and #realme6Pro.Launching on 5th March with 1500 #realme fans. pic.twitter.com/s6PNEavTHI— Madhav 5G...

Chapek will be the company's seventh CEO.What you need to knowDisney CEO Bob Iger is stepping down as chief executive of Walt Disney Co.Bob Chapek, who has worked with Disney for 27 years, has been named Iger's successor.Bob Iger will continue as the company's executive chairman until the end of 2021.In what can only be described as a shocking move, Bob Iger is stepping down as chief executive officer of Walt Disney Co. He will be replaced by Bob Chapek as CEO, effective immediately.Bob Iger, who had assumed the role of Disney CEO fifteen years back, will now take up the role of the company's executive chairman until the end of his contract on December 31, 2021. During his tenure as CEO, Iger strengthened the company by acquiring several major studios, including Pixar, Marvel Entertainment, Lucasfilm, and 21st Century Fox. He also led Disney's foray into the subscription video market with Disney+.Expressing confidence in Bob Chapek as his successor, Iger said in a state...

The episode was aired just a few hours before President Trump's India visit.What you need to knowDisney-owned streaming service Hotstar has landed itself in controversy after deciding to block the latest episode of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.In the episode, Oliver was critical of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and talked about the recent protests in the country. Angered by Hotstar's "self-censorship," users in India are leaving one-star reviews for the Hotstar app on the Google Play Store. Hotstar, which is currently the largest on-demand video streaming service in India, has decided not to upload the latest episode of John Oliver's Last Week Tonight. In the latest episode of Last Week Tonight, Oliver discussed controversial policies introduced by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He also talked about the recent protests in the country against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the National Register of Citizens (NRC).What's particularly frustrating a...

Samsung continues to offer navigation keys by default on the Galaxy S20, but it's easy to switch to navigation gestures. Going the gesture route frees up real estate at the bottom of the screen, and it's a more intuitive way to navigate the interface. Samsung offers several navigation options on the S20, and here's how you can get started.Products used in this guideCustomize everything: Samsung Galaxy S20 ($1000 at Samsung)How to activate and customize navigation gestures on the Galaxy S20Open Settings from the home screen. Tap Display. Scroll down to the bottom of the page.Select Navigation bar. Select Full screen gestures. Tap More options to configure gestures on your S20.Choose Swipe from bottom if you want Samsung's default navigation gestures. You'll have to Swipe up from three designated zones at the bottom of the phone: the left-most section is to go back in app, down the middle is to access the home screen, and swipe up from the bottom-right side to view...

The regular Galaxy S20 may not be the most expensive or technically impressive device in the S20 family, but it still stands out as a worthy flagship that gets a lot of things right. It has a blazing-fast processor, 120Hz display, capable cameras — the list goes on. A leather case is a great way to add an extra layer of sophistication and class to the phone, and these are the best ones we've found for the Galaxy S20.Straight from the sourceSamsung Leather CoverStaff pickThere's a reason this is the most expensive case on the entire list. It's the only leather case that's made by Samsung, meaning you can rest assured that it'll fit the S20 like a glove. The outside of the case is genuine leather, while the inside features a microfiber lining to keep your phone nice and safe. It's available in a ton of colors (black, blue, brown, red, white, and gray) and features aluminum buttons to round out the premium experience.$50 at SamsungEuropean Nubuck leatherSnakehive...

If you've been eyeing the painfully expensive Samsung Galaxy Note family from afar, you don't have to go without a stylus just because you want a more practically priced smartphone. The new LG Stylo 5x continues LG's series of stylus-packed smartphones, and it does it at a price that's nearly a tenth the cost of Samsung's most expensive model.The LG Stylo 5X delivers a 6.2" display for the type of scale you'd expect from a phablet, giving you plenty of space to sketch, doodle, color in the coloring book, or scribble out a few notes using the built-in stylus. That display is also sharp with a 2,160 x 1,080 resolution, bumping slightly above Full HD. That extra bit of vertical screen space can give you more room for the wider formats many movies and some TV shows now use, letting you see more of the content you want and less of those pesky letterboxes.And, you'll be able to enjoy that screen throughout the day thanks to a 3,500mAh battery. For most users, that will be enough batter...

No matter your taste, your phone needs a case. This is a bit of a motto for me, but for glass-backed phones like the Galaxy S20+, you really do need at least a thin case to add some grip and give that glass back a minimum of scratch protection. Whether you like your thin case hard or soft, clear or colorful, there's an option for everyone.Almost invisibleTotallee Thin CaseStaff pickIf you hate cases because they're bulky, Totallee has built its entire brand around people like you. These are the thinnest cases you can get, they are completely free of branding or emblems, and come in clear or black.$35 at TotalleeClearly thinRingke AirThis clear case is thin as can be and grippy as all get-out. Ringke may have built most of its reputation on more robust cases like the Fusion X, but it can do thin just as well as the hotshots when it applies itself.$8 at AmazonAdd some colorAvalri Ultra ThinAvalri makes a dependable hard plastic case that will add grip to y...

That's based on a reported 400 million active monthly users.What you need to knowHuawei claims its app store is now the third-largest in the world.The company is hoping to court developers by claiming up to 400 million monthly active users for AppGallery.It's also planning to invest as much as $1 billion to attract developers to its app marketplace.As the Trump administration tightens its noose around Huawei, and Google signals its helplessness in the matter, Huawei is charging ahead with its hopes of becoming independent of the Android maker's influence — and more importantly, the Play Store.The company is planning to spend up to $1 billion on courting developers to its app marketplace and has also teamed up with Xiaomi, Vivo, and OPPO in its goal of breaking the shackles of the Play Store.In a new press release, the company is reminding the world that it can survive without Google and plans to further accelerate the development of Huawei Mobile Services (HMS), with ...

Facebook is continuing to expand Oculus Studios, this time with another acquisition.What you need to knowSanzaru Games is the developer of Asgard's Wrath.Facebook announced today that it has acquired Sanzaru Games. This acquisition follows the purchase of Beat Games back in November 2019. Facebook purchased another company today in its bid to expand Oculus Studios. Facebook and Oculus are acquiring Sanzaru Games, developers of VR titles such as Asgard's Wrath. A press release stated that Sanzaru Games will continue to operate as it has been but with the backing of Oculus Studios and its parent company, Facebook. Sanzaru is a veteran game developer—having shipped titles to multiple platforms in the past—as well as a VR pioneer: They've created four titles for the Oculus Platform since 2016, when they were the first developer to partner with the Oculus Studios team. They approach game design with three pillars in mind: great design, beautiful art (including animation ...

What you need to knowAmazon is reaching out to third-party sellers ahead of Prime Day.Coronavirus could have an impact on product availability ahead of Prime Day.Some sellers are reducing promotions to hold inventory for event.You don't have to look far these days to find something that has been impacted by the Coronavirus. MWC 2020 was cancelled, supply chains are being disrupted, and things don't appear to be getting any better just yet. While it's still early in the year, Amazon is already concerned that the Coronavirus may impact Prime Day 2020 according to a new report from The New York Times. The company knows that many of its third-party sellers have parts of their supply chains that are dependent on China, and that this could cause some issues with availability to meet the demand.Amazon has yet to officially announce when Prime Day will take place this year, though the major shopping event usually kicks off in mid-July. In an effort to avoid disruptions, Amazon is r...

Improving an already good camera, Samsung prepares for launch.What you need to knowSamsung is shipping a pre-release update to the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra.The update is a 418MB one that's rolling out in South Korea t the moment.Alongside camera improvements, it also comes with the yet to be detailed March security update. Samsung's Galaxy S20 isn't really out yet, but the firm is already releasing updates to refine the experience. As spotted via Tizenhelp, Samsung is rolling out a new firmware version to improve the camera experience. It also includes the March security update. The firmware version is G988NKSU1ATBR, and the update size clocks in at 418MB.Pre-release updates aren't rare. While tech firms may have completed the hardware and polished the shipping software to an acceptable degree, sometimes a few issues still need to be addressed with a day one patch.The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra has a powerful camera in its own right. In an initial set, Android Central's D...

Today, doorbells are better than they've ever been before. Thanks to the rise of smart video doorbells, you no longer have to stress about who might be showing up to your home when you weren't expecting anyone. Instead, you can look on your phone, see who it is, and even talk with whoever's at your door. If you rely on the Google Assistant for controlling all of your smart things, these are the doorbells you'll want to check out.Best overallStaff pickGoogle Nest HelloThe Nest Hello is at the top of our list for good reason. Its camera records video at a resolution of 1600x1200 in HDR and with up to 30 frames-per-second (FPS), giving you a crystal clear view of everything. It also has night vision, supports 24/7 continuous recording, and can detect specific faces when you buy a Nest Aware subscription. It also boasts 128-bit encryption with support for two-step verification!$200 at Best Buy2K videoRunner-upEufy Security Video DoorbellNext on our list is the...

Samsung's new Notes are here — let's talk about them.In the second half of each year, Samsung launches a new entry in its Galaxy Note series to showcase the very best it has to offer in smartphones. For 2019, Samsung used the Galaxy Note 10, Note 10+, and Note 10+ 5G to do just that.2019 was the first year Samsung's ever launched three Notes at the same time, and along with that, the company also made some controversial decisions when it comes to legacy Note features. Even so, these handsets stand out as some of the best smartphones Samsung has to offer right now (even with the Galaxy S20 now available).Eager to learn more? Keep on reading.Check out our reviewThe Note 10 has impressive specsWe've compared it to other phonesThere are three different modelsIt's true — Samsung got rid of the headphone jackSamsung upgraded its charging speedsHere's what's new with the S PenTake a look at the Note 10's colors 😍You can buy the phone right now!Make sure you get some...