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A few hours of screen-on-time is one thing; a max life of 12 hours is another thing entirely.Motorola RAZR: The review in progress48-hour impressionsCamera reviewBattery life reviewThe Motorola RAZR has a lot of things that might attract your attention, including the front display, folding main screen, and the cool form factor. However, look beneath the surface features, and the 2510mAh battery is likely to cause some concern.Can a phone with two screens, and a form factor that means you'll open the main screen many times per day, survive a whole day with a battery that's smaller than the iPhone 8? I've been using the Motorola RAZR for a little over four days, and here are our first impressions on its battery. Curb your expectations of the battery lifeIf you're expecting all-day battery life, you should curb these expectations. Despite advances in software optimizations and processor efficiencies, there's no substitute for physics, and a smaller capac...

It wanted to preserve the Fold's 'premium' image.What you need to knowSamsung has reportedly clamped down on South Korean carriers' requests to lower the Fold's pricing.The suggested drop in price was in anticipation of the Galaxy Z Flip's impending launch.Samsung, however, felt a price drop would send the wrong message about the Galaxy Fold's premium credentials.If you think the $2,000 asking price for Samsung's first foldable phone was too much, Samsung most vehemently disagrees with you. Not only has the company maintained the phone's pricing at the same level since launch, but it may also not approve a drop in price even after the Galaxy Z Flip officially launches next week.A report from South Korean publication JoongAng News suggests carriers in the company had proposed, to Samsung, a drop in pricing for the Galaxy Fold from 2,398,000 Korean won ($2,025) to 1,998,700 won ($1,688).The carriers' reasoning behind the proposed price drop was the impending launch of the...

Immersion breaking video ads are the worst kind of ads.What you need to knowGoogle will take action against obtrusive video ads from August 2020.It will not show any ads on sites that repeatedly violate the new video policies. It will also review its own products like YouTube to ensure it remains in compliance.Google, in line with new guidelines from the Coalition for Better ads, will be making moves against obtrusive video ads later this year.For context, the Chrome browser has shipped with an ad blocker from the last year that automatically blocked text ads which fell below coalition standards. Google says that the new feature actually helped decrease voluntary ad-blocking rates as customers would no longer seek to download their own ad blockers if the built-in one was enough. That is, the ads that were allowed now fell below the annoyance threshold. It's now taking that approach over to video ads.The Coalition, and by extension Google, now classify three kinds of vi...

New technology works best when everyone commits to it — 2020 is the year everyone is committing to 5G connectivity. A ton of support from carriers and smartphone companies is going to flood the market with 5G-capable phones this year. 5G isn't everywhere (yet), but if you live in a place with a 5G network, these are the best 5G phones you can buy — starting with our top pick, the Galaxy Note 10+ 5G.Best Overall: Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ 5GThe biggest thing the Galaxy Note 10+ 5G has a lot going for it is that it's built on the exact same platform as the excellent Galaxy Note 10+. The Note 10+ 5G is the same in terms of size, specs and capabilities — meaning it has the same amazing screen quality, high-end internals, consistently great cameras, and Samsung software that's filled with features. Plus, it still has the S Pen.But Samsung is charging $200-300 more than the current going price for the 4G version of the Note 10+, and that's tough to swallow.Pros:Huge, hig...

Today's phones and tablets are more powerful than ever, and despite more power-efficient processors, it's not uncommon to find yourself needing to charge up at times when you aren't near a wall outlet. Battery packs that are 20,000 mAh and higher are ideal for people that need a lot of juice while on-the-go, and while they may not fit into your pocket, they're necessary for keeping your devices topped up. Our top pick is the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD. Here's why it's our favorite, along with seven other great alternatives.Best Overall: Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PDAt the top of our list, we have the Anker PowerCore+ 26800 PD. This is the high-capacity power bank we think is the best choice for most people, factoring in its ports, price, build quality, and battery size.The battery in the PowerCore+ measures in at 26,800 mAh, and Anker says it's enough to charge "most phones" over seven times and most tablets at least two times. If you have a notebook or small laptop, you should be...

Power banks are wonderful tools that can help keep your lifeline from turning into a portable paperweight while you're trying to survive just another ridiculously long day, but buying one you can trust shouldn't cost an arm and a leg. These are some great power banks that won't break your bank... account.Portable powerhouseAukey 10,000mAh Battery PackStaff pickThis pack is phone-sized for charging on the go and in addition to 18W Power Delivery charging, it has a QC 3.0 port and a second USB-A port for charging a third device.$30 at AmazonReliable RAVPowerRAVPower PD Pioneer 18W Power BankRAVPower's bank has 18W charging, same as Aukey's, and it's a phone-like size that makes it easy to grab and go for charging during a night on the town.$27 at AmazonPretty pocket powerXcentz USB-C Power Bank 5000 PDThis bank is affordable, reliable, and frankly adorable with its candy-bar size and cute pastel colors. The 5,000mAh capacity can recharge your phone at leas...

It'll ship on February 9.What you need to knowHMD Global has opened pre-sales for the Nokia 2.3 in the U.S. on Amazon.The new handset will set you back $129.Like the Best Buy release before it, It ships in only two colors, ditching HMD's Cyan Green for just Sand and Charcoal shades.After launching exclusively on Best Buy last month, the Nokia 2.3 has now landed on Amazon, available for pre-order towards the 9th of February for the same relatively inexpensive $129.For the price, you're getting a pretty decently specced handset. You'll see a 6.2-inch HD+ screen with a small waterdrop notch, face unlock powered by the 5MP front-facing camera, a dual-camera at the rear for portraits, and a Google Assistant button for those who want quick and easy access to the service.Juho Sarvikas, Chief Product Officer, HMD Global said: Consumers world over have really appreciated the Nokia 2 family of products. The Nokia 2.3 is a step forward in our promise of offering you an experie...

Get your game on — even in the offseason — with the best sports games available for Android.After a few golden years of fantastic entries, it seems like most mobile sports games have succumbed to the freemium model. There are far too few quality titles available that just let you jump into the game without having to deal with player cards, pointless upgrades, or waiting for 'stamina meters' to refill. Nearly all the top mobile sports game franchises have switched over to a team building system that requires you to unlock (or buy) card packs to upgrade your team.But there are still great games to be played. We've tried to cover the five major North American sports here — football, basketball, baseball, hockey, and, ahem, soccer — with the best available options for each. Be sure to note which games are more sim-based for the hardcore sports fan, while others offer more arcade-like option for casual players.The best sports game for AndroidNBA 2K20$2 at Google Pl...

The Galaxy S10 Ultra is rumored to have 10x optical plus 10x digital zoom.What you need to knowReal-world images of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leak ahead of the release.There are two images showing off the massive camera bump on the back of the device.Next to the rectangular camera, you can make out the 100x Space Zoom branding.The imminent launch of Samsung's latest flagship, the Galaxy S20, is swiftly approaching with February 11 being only days away. Leading up to the Unpacked event, details and photos continue to leak out. Today, we already saw the name change and design confirmed, thanks to a phone case for the Galaxy S20 being listed on Samsung's German site by accident.Now, we're getting two real-life images of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra courtesy of Jon Prosser's Twitter account. In the photos, we get our first real look at the massive camera bump clearly showing off the four-camera array. The three cameras housed in the upper half are expected to offer wide, u...

FUBAR.A lot of people think technology is the answer to everything. They may be right, but only if the tech itself is ready. At the Iowa Caucus on Monday night, we saw what a disaster looks like when the tech isn't ready.I'm not going to get into politics and don't care about the caucus vs. primary debate, or which candidate is best or anything of the sort. I'm only here to marvel at the utter failure and try to explore it. After all, it was the real star of the horror show.What we knowFor starters, no votes were changed and every vote will be counted so everyone can stop talking about election interference. No matter what candidates are saying, nobody won anything in Iowa.What did happen was an untested app was distributed in a horrible way to untrained officials that was supposed to let them transmit results into a central server so everything could be tallied. Paper ballots are still there and the app wasn't used by the public for voting purposes.We also know th...

Most modern companies are implementing or investigating how to implement cloud technologies within their operations, and being certified in Microsoft Azure can lead to a lucrative career in the cloud. Microsoft estimates that Azure is being used by 50 percent of Fortune 500 companies, and Azure Architects are landing careers with six-figure salaries.Jumping into Azure without any guidance isn't recommended, however, but training programs generally aren't cheap. Right now, however, Windows Central Digital Offers has a deal on a complete Microsoft Azure Architect certification prep bundle that contains four separate courses that prepare you for necessary certification exams. Instead of paying the regular price of about $387, you'll instead pay just $29. That's a saving of 92 percent!This four-course bundle includes 23 hours of training and countless lectures. Access also remains open forever, so you can tackle learning at your own speed.If you're ready to jump into Microsoft Azur...

Hint — you don't need to download another app.When you step back and think about it, it's a little overwhelming to realize how much our phones are capable of. We can use them to watch endless hours of entertainment, play engaging games with great graphics, communicate with people all over the world, and so on.Of all the various functions our phones can perform, one of the most useful is, undeniably, turning it into a flashlight.Whether you need a light source when the power goes out or want to stay safe when walking your dog at night, here are the best ways to enable the flashlight on your Android phone.Note: The following screenshots are from a Pixel 4 running Android 10. Things might look slightly different depending on the phone you're using, but the core process will still be the same.How to enable the flashlight via Quick SettingsWithout a doubt, this is the easiest way to enable the flashlight. It requires just a couple of taps, can be accessed no matter what you'...

The first first UFC title fight of 2020 takes place at the Toyota Center, Houston, Texas on Saturday, February 8 with the unbeaten Dominick Reyes out to dethrone controversial defending champ Jon Jones.Despite continued criticism that he's past his best, Jones has continued to take out each contender thrown at him by the UFC. Never stopped nor outscored, the only blemish on his 26-fight career stands as a controversial disqualification for landing illegal downward elbows on Matt Hamill back in 2009.While his recent visits to the octogon haven't perhaps seen him at his dominant best (his last defence of his crown came in July with a narrow split-decision victory over Thiago Santos), it still remains the case that the most likely person capable of displacing Jones as champ is Jones himself thanks to his numerous run-ins with the law.Nevertheless, Jones' opponent on Saturday seems more than capable of ending his record-breaking run. Reyes is arguably the best natural athlete in th...

They have an integrated plate for mounting a Moment lens!What you need to knowNomad has just announced its brand new Rugged cases.They're available for Google Pixel 4, and Pixel 4 XL. The cases have an integrated plate for mounting a Moment lens directly to your phone's camera!Nomad has just announced its brand new Rugged cases for Google Pixel 4, featuring an integrated plate for mounting Moment lenses.In a release, Nomad said: Our newest cases are Moment compatible. Meaning, they are the same style and quality you've come to expect from Nomad but now with an integrated Moment mounting plate. These will be available for all iPhone 11 models as well as Google Pixel 4 phones.The new cases are available for both the Google Pixel 4, and the Pixel 4 XL. They're available in two different colors, either black or brown Horween Leather.As mentioned, the big USP is the fact that these cases come with an integrated plate around the camera housing, so that you can mount a ...

Sonos speakers are some of the most popular on the market, and for good reason. They sound fantastic, look great, and are very easy to set up. You'll find impressive sound with Sonos speakers right out of the box, but with a little fine-tuning, it's easy to get a more personalized listening experience. Here's a quick step-by-step guide on how to change the EQ settings of your Sonos speaker with just a couple of taps.Products used in this guideThe chosen one: Sonos One ($199 at Amazon)Flagship: Google Pixel 4 XL (From $899 at Amazon)How to change EQ settings for your Sonos speakerOpen the Sonos app on your phone.Tap the Settings icon in the bottom navigation bar.Tap System.Tap the speaker you want to customize.Tap EQ.Now that you're on the EQ page, you'll find a few different settings you can play around with. Bass and Treble are the two most important ones, as these will affect how much emphasis your speaker(s) places on the low and high-end of audio.Crank th...

The P40 Pro will launch in March 2020 at an event in Paris.What you need to knowSupposed live image of the P40 Pro has leaked showing off the bezel-free display on the front.The image also confirms the pill-shaped cutout for the dual selfie cameras that we've seen in renders previously.The P40 Pro will be the next big flagship to launch from Huawei without Google apps and services.The P40 Pro is Huawei's next big flagship set to launch in March 2020 at an event in Paris. Leading up to the event, we've seen several renders of the new premium phone leak out, but now we're getting our first potential live look at the device.The image comes to us from Slashleaks, and shows the front of the P40 Pro in all its glory. As previous renders have already revealed, the P40 Pro will feature a pill-shaped cutout in the upper left corner with two selfie cameras.However, the real show stopper here is the insanely thin bezels on the device. You can barely see the thin strips of black at...

Beauty and brainsSamsung Galaxy Watch Active 2$249 at AmazonProsDigital touch bezelLTE capabilitySamsung PayBuilt-in GPSConsShorter battery lifeMore expensiveThere's a lot to love about the new Galaxy Watch Active 2 from Samsung. While activity tracking remained mostly the same, the most notable upgrade is optional LTE capability. You'll also enjoy onboard GPS, Samsung Pay, and a digital touch bezel.Tried and trueFitbit Versa 2$150 at AmazonPros5-day+ battery lifeNew AMOLED displayFitbit PayAmazon-Alexa built-inConsNo LTELacks built-in GPSAs the newest member of the tried and true fitness tech family, the Fitbit Versa 2 had pretty big shoes to fill. Fortunately, it succeeded with some decent upgrades. Fitbit Pay is now standard, users have Amazon-Alexa built-in, and battery life is on point.When you begin shopping around for a fitness smartwatch, Samsung and Fitbit are likely to be some of the first brands you come across....

Our pickFitbit Versa 2$150 at AmazonProsComfy, lightweight designWaterproof up to 50 metersBuilt-in Amazon AlexaFitbit Pay is includedOver five days of battery lifeConsDoesn't have GPSReleased in 2019, the Versa 2 is Fitbit's best smartwatch ever made. It has a fantastic design, an easy-to-read AMOLED display, and offers 24/7 heart-rate monitoring. Compared to the Versa Lite, the Versa 2 has considerably more smarts with the inclusion of Alexa and Fitbit Pay.Best for lessFitbit Versa Lite$100 at AmazonProsSame exact design as the VersaAvailable in more vibrant colorsWaterproofHeart-rate sensorConsLacks on-screen workoutsNo local music storageDoesn't track floors climbedIf you really like the Fitbit Versa 2 but don't have that kind of money to spend on a new smartwatch, the Versa Lite is kind of perfect. It has the exact same design, a great display, and solid battery life. It's lacking a few fitness features, such as on-screen workou...

Chatting with the AC forums.If you are a BlackBerry fan, this likely hasn't been the best week for you. On February 3, TCL Communication announced that it no longer had the rights to create/sell Android phones with the BlackBerry Mobile branding.In other words, BlackBerry smartphones are dead...again.The TCL-led BlackBerry resulted in some pretty interesting phones, namely the KEYone and KEY2. Unfortunately, while they were certainly cool from a nostalgia point of view, they apparently didn't perform well enough to warrant additional handsets. Commenting on this news, here's what some of our AC forum members said. Golfdriver97 02-03-2020 10:33 AM “ Is it sad? Yes. Surprising? Actually I'm more surprised this lasted as long as it has. The writing has been on the wall for a few years now. Reply Laura Knotek 02-03-2020 05:19 PM ...

They are tipped to be priced at $149 in the U.S.What you need to knowAhead of Samsung's Unpacked event next week, the official Galaxy Buds+ companion app has been released on the Apple App Store.The App Store listing confirms the Galaxy Buds+ moniker as well as the design of the upcoming wireless earbuds. They are expected to come with a bigger battery as well as faster charging compared to the previous generation. Just yesterday, the complete specs sheet of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Buds+ true wireless earbuds had been leaked by the ever-reliable Evan Blass. While Samsung hasn't officially confirmed it yet, the earbuds are expected to be launched alongside the Galaxy S20 series at the company's Unpacked event next week. Ahead of the big event, the official companion app for the Galaxy Buds+ has been listed on Apple's App Store.While the companion app doesn't reveal anything new, it is the first time that the existence of the Galaxy Buds+ has been "officially" confirmed. ...

Great PerformanceWithings Steel HR$180 at AmazonProsConnected GPSActivity and sleep trackingHeart-rate monitoring5 ATM water resistanceStylish designConsHard to read in sunlightSmall OLED screenNo music controlsThe Withings Steel HR is another example of a hybrid done right. You still get to enjoy the traditional analog watch face and subdial along with a unique OLED screen. It's also packed with great features, including connected GPS tracking.Clever designGarmin Vivomove HR$179 at AmazonProsActivity and sleep trackingHeart-rate monitoring5 ATM water resistanceMusic controlsFashionable designConsNo GPS optionsFinicky touchscreenHard to read in sunlightIt might look like your everyday fashionable timepiece, but the Garmin Vivomove HR is much more than that. This innovative hybrid smartwatch features a touchscreen with a hidden display and plenty of helpful features to go around.When you want to reap some of the benefit...

And podcast consumption is up 200% year-on-year!What you need to knowSpotify has published its results for Q4 of 2019.The service now has 124M subscribers, up 29% year-on-year.Podcast consumption on the platform has also grown exponentially over the last 12 months.Spotify has posted its results for Q4 of 2019, confirming that it now has 124M subscribers.In its full release Spotify said: The business continued to perform well in 4Q19. For the third consecutive quarter, total MAU growth accelerated while Subscribers, Revenue, and Gross Margin all met or exceeded our expectations. We continue to see exponential growth in podcast hours streamed (up approximately 200% Y/Y) and are now seeing clear indications that podcast usage is driving increased overall engagement and retention. We have seen early indications that our investments in podcasts are having a positive impact on conversion of free to paid users. Overall, the business performance remains strong, and we believe...

I'm still waiting on Google and RCS to deliver as promised.Around this time last year, I wrote an article about the trials and tribulations of just deactivating your Facebook account. It's now been over 365 days, and I have no regrets — other than the fact that I still haven't completely de-shackled myself from Zuckerberg's platform.Technically, I'm still a "Facebook user" because Messenger is still the most-used messaging app on my phone. Through my efforts to remove Facebook from my life, the sad fact is that the majority of my family, friends, and community groups still actively use Facebook, and Messenger is the easiest way to stay connected in those circles.Letting go of the fear of missing outA concern most people must have when leaving Facebook is that your social circle will seemingly instantly evaporate. There's something comforting about staying in the loop with the news feeds delivering constant updates from friends and family. I was worried that by de-platformin...

Q1 is traditionally slow, but the coronavirus outbreak may push numbers down even further.What you need to knowDigitimes Research says that Q1 2020 tablet shipments may fall to a new low.The traditional slow season may be impacted further by the coronavirus outbreak.It predicts total unit shipments could fall to just 28.5 million units.A report from Digitimes Research suggests that global tablet shipments may fall to a new low in Q1 of 2020.According to the report: As the tablet market enters the traditional slow season and China's coronavirus outbreak has extended the Lunar New Year holidays there by 1-2 weeks, global tablet shipments are expected to arrive at only 28.56 million units, a new low, estimates Digitimes Research.That number stands in contrast to Q4 2019 numbers which saw tablet shipments total an estimated 43.23 million worldwide. Looking back on the quarter the report notes: Apple was the largest tablet vendor worldwide in the fourth quarter of 2...

Not everyone wants a tank of a case like an OtterBox, but if you're going to spend a grand on a Samsung Galaxy S10+, you need at least some kind of case on it. Slim cases can offer some drop protection as well as grip and a guard against everyday scuffs, scrapes, and smudges. These are the slim cases we love the most.As this as it getsTotallee Ultra ThinStaff PickThe S10+ is a lot of phone to handle, so I can "totallee" understand wanting a case that doesn't add any more bulk to the party. Totallee's Ultra Thin case is the case for people who hate cases — it's as thin as can be with grip and grace.$35 at AmazonThin hard-candy coatinganccer Ultra Thin FitHard-shell snap-on cases like anccer's Ultra Thin Fit may not give your S10+ much in the way of drop protection, but it does add grip and protect that back glass from scuffs and smudges. It's available in five colors and two finish styles — Smooth and Gravel.$13 at AmazonClear as crystalSpigen Liquid Crys...

The phone's release date, however, remains a mystery.What you need to knowA new leak suggests the upcoming Redmi K30 Pro will pack a large 4,700mAh battery with 33W fast charging.The upcoming flagship phone is also said to sport a pop-up selfie camera and an OLED display, instead of the LCD panel used in the Redmi K30. Under the hood, it is expected to be powered by Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 865 chipset. A report published by the folks at XDA Developers earlier this week reaffirmed previous rumors that had claimed the Redmi K30 Pro will come equipped with a Snapdragon 865 chipset under the hood. Now, a few more details regarding the phone's hardware have surfaced, courtesy of Chinese leaker Digital Chat Station on Weibo.As per the leaker, Redmi's upcoming flagship phone will come with a bigger battery than the Redmi K30 launched in December last year. The phone will apparently have a 4,700mAh cell with faster 33W fast charging. The Redmi K30, in comparison, comes with ...

Could it be teasing the Redmi Note 9 series?What you need to knowXiaomi India has started teasing the launch of new Redmi products in the country.The Xiaomi sub-brand could be hinting at the launch of the Redmi 9 series. Redmi says the new devices are "coming soon."Earlier this week, Xiaomi's India chief Manu Kumar Jain shared a teaser on Twitter for Redmi's upcoming products. Even though no details were revealed in that teaser, Jain did mention that the company's 2020 lineup would come with powerful processors and a powerful user experience. Redmi India today released a new video teaser for its upcoming devices, which are said to be "coming soon."#Power has a new look! ⚡️Coming soon. #MorePowerToRedmi! pic.twitter.com/k58iic1n5Z— Redmi India (@RedmiIndia) February 5, 2020Even though the latest video teaser released by Redmi was tweeted with the same #MorePowertoRedmi hashtag as the one shared by Jain, the video shows off the silhouette of what looks like a powe...

The Galaxy S20 will be a massive upgrade over its predecessor.What you need to knowA case for the Galaxy S20 was accidentally listed on Samsung's German site, confirming the name and design of its upcoming flagship phone.The Galaxy S20 is set to be unveiled at Samsung's Unpacked event on February 11. Along with the Galaxy S20 series, the foldable Galaxy Z Flip is also expected to be announced at the event next week. Samsung's highly anticipated Galaxy S20 series phones will finally be unveiled at the company's Unpacked event in San Francisco next week. Just days before the event, Samsung briefly listed an LED back cover case for the Galaxy S20 on its German site. In addition to confirming the design of the upcoming flagship phone, the listings also confirm its marketing name. As shown by several leaked images of the Galaxy S20, the phone will sport a centered hole-punch cutout at the top of the display. At the back of the phone will be a rectangular camera bump housin...

Do you like arguing with your friends as you work together to move things? If so, this is the game for you.What you need to knowMoving Out is an upcoming couch co-op game focused on moving around furniture in zany locations.It's being developed by SMG Studio and Devm Games, while being published by Team17.There's a new trailer showing the physics-based gameplay.Moving Out is set to release on April 28. If you're looking for couch co-op games that let you relive the experience of yelling over who isn't lifting their fair share, here's one to keep on your radar. SMG Studio, Devm Games and Team17 are bringing a new Overcooked-esque title called Moving Out. Appropriately enough, it's all about moving furniture around, with a physics-based gameplay system. You can take a look at the trailer below, showing the assorted easy assignments you'll have in the town of Packmore.In Moving Out, players are part of the Furniture Arrangement & Relocation Technician crew. You can ...

Looking to tune into this weekend's UFC 247? If you're a fan of the sport, you should be. It's going to be a big one.The first headliner, Jon Jones, is the current two-time undisputed UFC Light Heavyweight Champion. He'll be going up against promising newcomer Dominick Reyes, who's currently undefeated in twelve matches. It'll truly be a clash for the ages.And if you have an iPhone or an iPad, it'll be an easy match to watch, as well. All you need to do is install the ESPN+ application through the Apple App Store.ESPN+UFC 247 PPVFrom $49.99Champion vs. newcomerJon Jones didn't win two championships for nothing, but you shouldn't discount Reyes. He's a powerful fighter in his own right, and one who may be able to exploit Jones' weaknesses. You can watch this match and more on ESPN + for iOS.How to watch UFC 247 through ESPN+ on iPhone/iPadIn the Apple App store, find ESPN: Live Sports & Scores and install it. Once you've completed the installation, open t...

The Xbox One does a lot more than play games. It's also a powerful multimedia streaming platform, and a great option for those of us who don't own smart TVs or streaming sticks. It offers access to pretty much every single stream you can think of, from Netflix to live TV.That includes pay-per-view UFC matches. The upcoming UFC 247, which will pit Jon Jones against Dominick Reyes, can be streamed easily on your Xbox. All you need to do is sign up for an ESPN+ subscription, download the app, and purchase the fight.We'll walk you through it.ESPN+UFC 247 PPVFrom $49.99A champion defends his titleThe second UFC event of the year is one you don't want to miss, with champion Jon Jones going up against the promising Dominick Reyes. Your Xbox is the perfect way to watch the match.How to watch UFC 247 through ESPN+ on Xbox OneSign up for an ESPN account and subscribe to ESPN+ through ESPN's website. Install the ESPN Xbox One app through the Xbox One's app store. Open...

Will a remix lose some of what made the original great?In recent years, the story mode for first-person shooting (FPS) games has started to feel like an afterthought, something to shoehorn into your multiplayer experience. There are exceptions to this, of course, and some FPS have started to use the story mode in earnest, so now seems the perfect time to bring back an FPS that spent hours telling a great story. XIII, the PlayStation 2 classic, is getting a remaster for the PlayStation 4 and from what we are seeing it could be a good one.What is XIII?So is XIII - Remake a sequel?What is the XIII going to look like?What is the XIII release date?What is XIII?Based on the comic book of the same name, XIII is a Jason Bourne-style story of an assassin that loses his memory. In the case of XIII — you are called XIII because you have a tattoo of it on your chest — you have also been accused of killing the President of the United States. What follows is an excellent and sto...

id Software doubles down on DOOM's gory renaissance.At E3 2018, id Software announced a new entry in the DOOM franchise. Dubbed DOOM Eternal, it's a continuation of the 2016 reboot that set the franchise on a new path. Here's everything you need to know about it.What is DOOM Eternal?What's the story of DOOM Eternal?What's gameplay like in DOOM Eternal?Does DOOM Eternal have multiplayer?Will SnapMap return in DOOM Eternal?Will there be DLC for DOOM Eternal?Release dateConquer HellDOOM Eternal$60 at AmazonSlay demonic forcesPrepare yourself for all of the blood and gore you can handle in DOOM Eternal, id Software's next entry in the franchise that is kicking the action up a notch for new and returning players.What is DOOM Eternal?For quite some time, DOOM was an IP that existed in a state closely resembling limbo. What was known as an iconic game series had quickly been remade and rehashed to obscurity. That changed with the reboot of the franchise in 20...

One of the biggest perks of having a PlayStation Plus membership is the free games you get every month. The games PlayStation is offering this month include two franchise games and a PSVR exclusive. Check out the list below, start downloading these games on Feb. 4 and enjoy them until March 3, 2020.★ Featured favoriteBioShock: The CollectionRelive the epic story of Rapture and Columbia or visit them or the first time this February. BioShock: The Collection contains all single-player content from the franchise: BioShock, BioShock 2, BioShock Infinite, and the add-on content. It's everything you need to battle some Big Daddies.See at PlayStation Store★ EA PowerhouseSims 4The Sims is a title that everybody has heard of, regardless if they play games regularly. SimCity inspired this spin-off game back in 2000 and over the past 20 years, it has evolved into quite the money sink. Dozens of Game Packs, Expansion Packs, and Stuff Packs build up a decorative ...

A new video goes over Revenant's different abilities on the battlefield.What you need to knowApex Legends Season 4 is now live on all platforms.There's a new trailer for Revenant, the newest Legend added with Season 4.Revenant has multiple death-based abilities. Apex Legends Season 4 is now live! Multiple changes have come to World's Edge, while a new Legend named Revenant is on the field. Respawn Entertainment has released a new trailer, showing off Revenant's different abilities. You can check out the new character trailer below.Respawn initially announced that the new character added this season would be the Hammond Robotics-sponsored Forge, before cutting that idea short (literally) in a shocking interview trailer. Revenant was originally an assassin and due to having his body replaced with cybernetic tech, he's even deadlier now than ever before. For more information on his story and background, you can check out the previously released trailer here.All of thes...

Not much was known about this PlayStation VR-focused studio and now it is being closed.What you need to knowIn 2015, Sony quietly announced North West Studio (later named Manchester Studio).This team was being built to focus on the development of PlayStation VR titles.Sony confirmed today that Manchester Studio was being closed.Media Molecule and London Studio are the only remaining UK studios in Sony Worldwide Studios. In 2015, Sony opened a new studio in the UK. First titled North West before being changed to Manchester Studio, the team was to focus on building PlayStation VR titles. We'll never get to see a game from this studio as today, Sony announced that Manchester Studio is being closed. Sony told GamesIndustry.biz that the plan is 'to close it as part of our efforts to improve efficiency and operational effectiveness.'Our thoughts are with all of the developers and staff affected by the studio closure. We hope they all manage to find new jobs soon.This leaves ...

The revamped earbuds include a dual-mic system for better call quality.What you need to knowThe Galaxy Buds+ will be only a modest spec bump over the last generation according to newly leaked information.The earbuds include a larger battery, with shorter charging times.They also include an additional mic.If you're planning on preordering a Galaxy S20+ or S20 Ultra, Samsung will give you a pair of Galaxy Buds+ for free. However, if the latest specs sheet leaked by the venerable Evan Blass is to be believed, they may not be all that big of an upgrade over last year's Galaxy Buds.The leaked spec sheet largely confirms previous rumors about the upcoming refresh from Samsung. It also includes a helpful comparison to the Galaxy Buds. Based on the above, it seems the only real changes between the two relate to the battery and the mic setup.The Buds+ feature an 85mAh battery inside the earbuds themselves, plus an additional 270mAh in the case, compared to the Buds' combo of 58m...

Dan Houser was a major part of Rockstar Games' different titles over the past few years and now he is leaving.What you need to knowDan Houser is a creative director and vice president of Rockstar Games.He's been involved in several major Rockstar titles, including Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto V.Take-Two Interactive, parent company of Rockstar, revealed that Dan Houser is leaving in March.According to a new press release from Take-Two Interactive, Dan Houser is leaving Rockstar Games. The press release notes that Dan is leaving after an "extended break" that began in Spring 2019. His last day at Rockstar will be March 11, 2020.Dan and his brother Sam co-founded Rockstar Games in 1998. Dan has served as producer and writer of countless Rockstar titles like the Grand Theft Auto series, Red Dead Redemption and Red Dead Redemption 2. With his brother serving as the president of Rockstar, Dan's work as vice president of creativity has been a guiding force througho...

MWC as a whole is still proceeding as planned.What you need to knowLG and ZTE have announced that they're skipping Mobile World Congress.Both companies won't be present as a result of Coronavirus.MWC is scheduled to take place between February 24 and 27.Mobile World Congress is the largest mobile technology trade show, and for a lot of companies, it is the best time of year to make big product announcements. Unfortunately, due to rising concerns regarding Coronavirus, both LG and ZTE will not be present as expected.A ZTE spokesperson confirmed this news to The Verge, saying, "We tend to be an overly courteous company, and simply don't want to make people uncomfortable." ZTE also cited visa delays and other travel issues for its absence.Shortly after ZTE made this announcement, LG also confirmed that it too will be skipping MWC. With the safety of its employees and general public foremost in mind, LG has decided to withdraw from exhibiting and participating in MWC 20...

What you need to knowDisney has announced that it will be launching Disney+ in India on March 29.During the Q1 investor call, Disney CEO Bob Iger said Disney+ will be launching via Hotstar.While Disney's leadership was touting how well Disney+ did in its quarterly results, CEO Bob Iger stated that Disney+ will be launching in India on March 29, just days after it launches in Western Europe on March 24.Disney is looking to take advantage of Hotstar's current popularity — and the timeliness of the launch coinciding with the start of the cricket season in India — as well as taking advantage of Hotstar's existing billing system to help launch the service in India. This will likely be the largest market that Disney+ launches in this year, and I don't blame Disney for trying to take all the help and synergy they can when trying to ensure that goes off without a hitch.And as a bonus, this means that unlike Latin America and most of Asia, India has less than two months left of...

The year ahead is looking bright for Disney+.What you need to knowDisney announced that Disney+ had reached 28.6 million subscribers.ESPN+ is at 7.6 million paid subscribers and Hulu is at 30.7 million paid subscribers.Disney+ will launch in India via Hotstar on March 29.Disney+ "has exceeded even our greatest expectations," CEO Robert Iger said in the quarterly report.Today was Disney's Q1 2020 earnings call, which gives up our first major update on Disney+ since it launched in November. We know that there were 10 million subscribers on Day One, and from November 12 to December 28, 2019, Disney+ swelled to 25.6 million paid subscribers — now up to 28.6 million today — but we're not sure how many of those are solo Disney+ subscriptions and how many are Disney+ bundle subscriptions with ESPN+ and Hulu.Also announced today, we also now know that Disney+ will finally launch in India on March 29 with Hotstar, in a launch that coincides with the start of the cricket seaso...

That's more than a quarter of Facebook's revenues as a whole.What you need to knowInstagram is a big business for Facebook.The photo-sharing app was responsible for more than 25% of its parent company's sales.Facebook acquired the company for just $715 million.Mo' ads, mo' money, as they say. It's certainly the mantra Facebook-owned Instagram is living by, with the photo-sharing app reportedly netting revenues of around $20 billion in the last year alone. To put that in perspective, Facebook bought the nascent social media platform for just $715 million back in 2012. Money well spent, obviously.Those numbers come courtesy of unnamed sources cited by Bloomberg News, who also claim that the sum amounts to more than a quarter of Facebook's revenues as a whole. It also puts to shame Google's recently released sales figures for YouTube, which come in at a mere $15.1 billion in comparison.Facebook has sought increasing control over Instagram in the last few years. Despite pro...

One of the pioneers of the smartphone age is officially gone because it just couldn't keep up.I cut my smartphone teeth on a BlackBerry Curve. Plenty of others did, too. And on February 3, 2020, it all ended when TCL, the current licenser and manufacturer of BlackBerry Mobile phones, announced that it would stop selling any and all BlackBerry devices as of August 2020. That means you shouldn't buy one today, tomorrow, or ever.Really, though, BlackBerry died when the company decided to sell off its hardware manufacturing business. Or it died when it tried too late to compete with Android and iOS with BlackBerry 10. Or it died when it released flawed products like the BlackBerry Storm. No matter how you look at it, BlackBerry as a smartphone company died long before today.And I, for one, am going to miss it — a lot.pic.twitter.com/jhcfVHjVqL— BlackBerry Mobile (@BBMobile) February 3, 2020I had every Android-powered BlackBerry built by TC and powered by the Waterloo comp...

A loss in battery capacity is the biggest challenge with faster charging.What you need to knowXiaomi VP Lu Weibing took to Weibo to explain the challenges with pushing charging tech further.Despite showing off 100W charging last year, the company has yet to debut a phone with its 'Super Charge Turbo' technology.Weibing points to a loss of battery capacity at higher charging speeds as the biggest hurdle in adopting the tech.Is it just me, or has Xiaomi become a bit of a Debbie downer recently? All its execs seem to want to do these days is tell us why we can't have good things (yet). Having smashed our hopes of seeing an under-display camera this year — regardless of whatever those Nokia rumors say — Xiaomi VP Lu Weibing is back at it again, this time throwing cold water on our desire for ever-faster fast charging.Even though the company showed off its 100W fast charging tech nearly a year ago, the best Xiaomi's come up with, in a production model at least, is 65W fast...

Wi-Fi 6 was designed with the future of routers in mind. A router spends most of its time directing and managing network traffic to keep internet speeds high even with a ton of connections. As our homes get smarter, we have more connections than ever that need to check in consistently and reliably. Wi-Fi 6 is designed to bring more capacity to a network and even allows for greater speed with a lot of devices. Wi-Fi 6 mesh systems have come down in price, and the Netgear Nighthawk MK62 is one of the best choices for most people.Best Overall: Netgear Nighthawk MK62The Nighthawk Mesh WiFi 6 System from Netgear takes on compact AC-only mesh systems with its compact housing and understated design. Measuring only 4.8 inches wide and 2.5 inches tall, each router has a smaller footprint than a CD case. This compact design makes this mesh system one of the easiest to integrate into a home.While you do give up some speed compared to the larger and more expensive mesh systems, the AX180...

Wireless charging is the easiest way to top up a phone, and the Galaxy Note 10 supports every standard you can think of, including Qi, PMA and Samsung's own Fast Wireless Charging 2.0. This year, the Note lineup supports extra-fast speeds of 12W and 15W respectively, but only with a select few chargers. Let's round up the best options for your new phone!The best oneSamsung Wireless Charger Stand 15W$49 at AmazonStaff pickIf you want the absolute best wireless charging speeds for your new Note 10, Samsung's own 15W wireless charging stand is your best bet. It's not cheap, but that's because there's a lot of tech inside this little stand. Charge your phone vertically or horizontally, cool down your phone with a fan, and change the fan speed and LED strength.Two for oneYootech 10W Wireless Charger [2-pack]$20 at AmazonBest valueIf you like wirelessly charging your phone anywhere and everywhere around the home, or perhaps at home at the office, Yootech's val...

UFC 247 will put two-time light heavyweight champion Jon Jones against as-yet undefeated contender Dominick Reyes. We're still almost a week out from the match, and already the two are throwing shade at one another, with Reyes pre-emptively claiming Jones has never fought anyone as athletic as he is.In other words, this is one bout that you won't want to miss. And you don't have to. Here's how you can purchase and watch the match on your Apple TV.ESPN+See pricing options at ESPNThe only way to stream the fight is with an ESPN+ subscription. You'll also need to purchase either the single fight or a bundle to watch it online.How to watch UFC 247 through ESPN+ on Apple TVIn the Apple App Store, find and install ESPN: Live Sports & Scores. You can do this remotely or via your Apple TV. Start the app, and select Settings. Select Subscriptions, and then purchase an ESPN + subscription. Follow the instructions to activate your account on a computer or smartphone. Go...

With its striking glass back, a multitude of color options, and a controversial hole-punch display, the Galaxy S10+ is a phone that makes a statement. It's big, powerful, and unashamed of its $1,000 starting price. If you plan on picking one up for yourself, you might as well go all out and treat yourself to one of these leather cases.Genuine leatherSamsung Leather Back CoverStaff FavoriteComing straight from Samsung, this case is made out of real, genuine leather that looks as great as it feels. You'll get excellent protection against drops and falls, but the real draw here is the color selection. In addition to the Navy option shown here, you can also get the case in Black, Green, Red, White, Gray, and Yellow.$50 at SamsungClassy wallet caseSnakehive Leather WalletIf you prefer your phone cases also to be wallets, Snakehive has you covered. Made out of European full-grain cowhide, the quality of this case is one of the best you'll find. The S10+ rests in a sturd...

If you jumped into the Early Access version of Dreams last year, you'll be playing the full game a little early.What you need to knowDreams has been in development by Media Molecule for several years.In 2019, a limited amount of players were allowed to buy an Early Access version.Any Early Access players will be allowed to play the full game three days before the release date.You can preorder Dreams on PlayStation 4 for $40 at Amazon. There's some good news for any Early Access players of Dreams. Media Molecule has announced via PlayStation Blog that anyone who owns the Early Access version of Dreams will get to start playing on February 11, three days before the full release date. The patch allowing Early Access owners to play it early will go live on 12:00 p.m. GMT/4:00 a.m PT/7:00 a.m. ET.This update will include the new short campaign, Art's Dream, as well as creation kits themed after Art's Dreams. Art's Dream is a story about, well, dreams, taking the player throug...

Motion Sense is also launching in Japan.What you need to knowGoogle is rolling out the new Assistant experience to Japan.This marks the first time it's supported a language that's not English.Motion Sense is also finally rolling out to Japan.At launch, the new Google Assistant was quite an exclusive affair. Not only was it available on only Google's latest Pixels, but there were also a bunch of other restrictions that prevented most of us from taking it on a test drive. And while many of those restrictions remain — you still need to have enabled gesture navigation (for now), and you still can't be logged into a G Suite account to use it — at least one of those is slowly starting to go away.Capable only of speaking US English initially, the revamped Google Assistant has finally taken that semester abroad and is on the path to becoming multilingual. Google has been adding support for other dialects of English over the last few months, but today marks the first time it's...