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The case maker's first car accessory really impresses.I was introduced to Totallee for the very first time in the summer of 2018 when I reviewed the company's Ultra-Thin Case for the Pixel 2. As someone that's never been a huge case fan, I immediately fell in love. You can tell the Totallee creates its products with a lot of care and passion, and as such, the Ultra-Thin Case has become one of my new go-to's for any phone it's available for.Now, Totallee is trying something a bit different. The company just launched the Totallee Wireless Car Charger, a brand-new product that it hadn't previously offered. The Wireless Car Charger carries the same ideals of offering a premium experience with a price tag to match, and while there are some quirks I'm not a fan of, the end result is pretty great.Something newTotallee Wireless Car Charger ...

Heads up! We share savvy shopping and personal finance tips to put extra cash in your wallet. Android Central may receive a commission from The Points Guy Affiliate Network. Please note that the offers mentioned below are subject to change at any time and some may no longer be available.What you need to knowMarriott has launched a new 75K bonus points limited time offer.The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card is eligible.Cardholders also receive Silver Elite Status.Marriott wants to go on the road with you and reward you for doing so.If you are planning on traveling for the holidays and are a fan of Marriott and its huge collection of hotels under its brand, you have a chance to earn 75,000 bonus points for doing just that. With the Marriott Bonvoy Boundlessâ„¢ Credit Card, new cardholders will earn 75,000 Bonus Points after you spend $3,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, a hefty welcome offer that The Points Guy currently values at around ...

It may take a few days for the update to become widely available.What you need to knowHMD Global's flagship Nokia 9 PureView is now getting updated to Android 10.The update comes with all the new features that Google introduced with Android 10, along with the November security patch. The mid-range Nokia 7.1 is also expected to receive the Android 10 update before the end of the year. HMD Global began rolling out the stable Android 10 update for the mid-range Nokia 8.1 in October. Nearly two months later, the company has now started updating its flagship Nokia 9 PureView to the latest Android version.The stable Android 10 update for the Nokia 9 PureView comes with several new features like smart reply, gesture navigation, system-wide dark theme, improved privacy controls, locations controls, Family Link, and more. It also brings the November security patch.#Nokia9PureView owners, listen up! 🎉The latest Android 10 update has made its way to your phones. Tap into a...

A combined value of $60.What you need to knowGoogle has added two new gaming perks for Chromebook users.The perks include Star Wars: KOTOR, a $9.99 value, and in-app game items for Asphalt 9 worth $49.99.New and current Chromebook users can visit the Chromebook perks site to check if they are eligible for these two new items and more.One way Google likes to reward Chromebook users is with some exclusive perks, usually in the form of free apps or discounts. Recently, it added three months of Disney+ for new users, and now it has two new apps for current and new users that is sure to delight gaming fans.First up is Star Wars: KOTOR, a game that was first released on PC in 2003 and has a score of 93 on Metacritic. The game is set "four thousand years before the Galactic Empire and hundreds of Jedi Knights have fallen in battle against the ruthless Sith" with you as the final hope for the Jedi Order.You'll travel through eight different worlds, including locations such as T...

Clearing your PlayStation 4 cache is a quick and easy way to help improve performance if for some reason the cached data is slowing down your console or has become corrupted. This can cause games to temporarily freeze and experience loading and connectivity issues. Thankfully if the problem is your cache bogging the system down, it isn't as dire as it sounds.How to clear your cache on PS4Completely turn off your PlayStation 4 console. Do NOT enter Rest Mode. Wait until the power indicator light on the front of the console stops blinking. Unplug the power cord from the back of the console. It must be disconnected from the console itself, not just the wall outlet. Wait 30 seconds.Plug the power cord back into your console.Turn on your PlayStation 4. Do certain games require different methods to clear the cache?Some developers, like Rockstar Games, recommend that after completing the aforementioned steps, you also hold L1+R1 on your controller while booting up the game. T...

It took 18 months of slow, gradual improvement, but YouTube has gotten most of its major issues worked out.You might not know me, but if you do, you know that I refuse to leave home without headphones. Music doesn't just soothe the savage beast; it makes me and my life better — keeping my energy up while I work, keeping my mind sharp while I drive, and keeping me sane as it blocks out the din of a thousand crying kids leaving the Magic Kingdom at closing time.I require a lot from the apps that provide my music, and when YouTube Music first launched in 2015, it was a neat idea marred by a complete lack of features. Even when it re-launched in May of last year, things were still pretty rocky, between a lack of library management — and a host of other missing features — and a legion of small but annoying bugs. Offline music was completely unreliable, Casting was a hot mess, and songs and albums would vanish and reappear with no warning. There was promise, to be sur...

What are you hoping to see?What you need to knowA new State of Play is being held by PlayStation on December 10 at 6:00 a.m. PDT.This is the final State of Play being held in 2019. It's possible we could see Resident Evil 3 remake officially revealed during this show.Don't expect any news on the PlayStation 5 or PlayStation 5 games. If you've been itching for more PlayStation news, you won't have to wait long. PlayStation has just announced one final State of Play episode for 2019. This episode will be held on December 10 at 6:00 a.m. PDT, or 9:00 a.m. EST.2019's final episode of State of Play kicks off Tuesday, December 10 at 6:00am Pacific Time: https://t.co/pKfthQiDvh 20+ minutes of news, game reveals, and updates pic.twitter.com/pAQr7ZTHwL— PlayStation (@PlayStation) December 6, 2019The episode will be about 20 minutes long and will feature new game reveals, release date announcements, updates from Sony Worldwide Studios and more. Much like past State of Pl...

The Galaxy S10 Lite is also expected to have a larger battery than other S10 series phones.What you need to knowAn image showing the Galaxy Note Lite's battery has been spotted on the website of South Korean consumer product safety watchdog SafetyKorea.The image reveals the Galaxy Note 10 Lite will have an identical 4,500mAh battery as the Galaxy S10 Lite. Samsung's standard Galaxy Note 10 has a 3,500mAh battery, while the Galaxy Note 10+ packs a 4,300mAh battery. We got our first look at Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S10 Lite and Note 10 Lite earlier this week. Both the phones will be nearly identical to each other in terms of design, with a centered hole-punch display. Now, a new leak suggests the Galaxy S10 Lite and Note 10 Lite will have one more thing in common.A photo showing a battery with the model number EB-BN770ABY has been spotted (via Nashville Chatter) on the website of South Korean consumer product safety watchdog SafetyKorea. Going by the battery's model numb...

Plus other minor updates being tested here and thereWhat you need to knowAndroid Auto has been updated to let users customize apps on the home screens.Updates to Assistant UI and some new interface changes are also being seen.Some updates are rolling out widely, while others are available only with some hacks.The app wizards at Android Police have been investigating changes to the Android Auto interface and discovered some noteworthy improvements. The ability to customize the apps on the home screen has been added, and that feature should be rolling out to users currently (though Android Police has a download link if you want to push the update now). Users can also add the current temperature to the status bar — making it easier than ever to see how chilly or hot it is outside.Additionally, a few other improvements are being tested on a more limited basis. These include some slight changes to the look and feel of the Google Assistant pop-up window when you call fo...

Did you miss out on the Cyber Monday Gold Box? There's an even better deal now.The ASUS Chromebook Flip C434 is a Chromebook I genuinely miss at least four times a week since I sent my review unit back at the end of the summer. The 14-inch touchscreen is just awesome for split-screening my research and my work — or split-screening Twitter and work, as happens more often — but it was still portable enough that I felt comfortable whisking it off to Epcot to type while listening to America Gardens concerts.In short, this is an awesome laptop, which is why it's our upgrade pick in Best Chromebooks. That's why it going down to its lowest price yet on the Gold Box Deal on Monday was one of the biggest deals of Cyber Monday. If you somehow missed out on that deal, good news! There's somehow an even better discount to be had now.A premium dealASUS Chromebook Flip C434Tons of power in a sleek, sturdy bodyThis was a steal on Cyber Monday and it's downright ridiculou...

The holidays are upon us and Christmas is almost here. If you're still looking for the perfect gift to get that PlayStation lover in your life, look no further. From accessories, games, to clothing these are some of the best gifts you can pick up.Making connectionsDeath StrandingStaff PickThis is a game that we've been waiting a while for, and it's as unique an experience as the trailers made it look. Death Stranding is leading the pack at the 2019 Game Awards for a reason. Jump into Hideo Kojima's creation and reconnect a shattered world.$60 at AmazonFor childrenSony PS4 Mini Wired GamepadChildren growing up with a PlayStation 4 aren't always capable of comfortably using a DualShock 4 controller because of their smaller hands. That's where the Sony Mini Wired Gamepad comes in.$30 at AmazonFun for everyoneDualShock 4 controllerIt's one of the most common accessories out there, but it might be nice to buy another if you know someone who constantly has fri...

We're into the last month of 2019 and there's been a flurry of good games released on the Google Play Store as of late, as well as others who came to our attention through Google Play Store Black Friday deals. Those deals are over, but the games are still great and worthy of extra attention.OrdiaOrdia is a vertical-scrolling platformer where you play as a green and gooey life form that needs to make its way through a hazardous new environment. You start out each level in a green pool and must slingshot your little buddy towards other friendly green launch points, which it will automatically glom onto if your aim is true.The gameplay and controls are quite simple — if you've ever played Angry Birds you'll feel right at home here — but the levels are cleverly designed to require precise aim to avoid getting destroyed by the world's deadly red flora and fauna. New elements are introduced as you progress through the 30 levels set across three unique worlds, with eac...

Samsung's 2020 flagships may have an edge over rivals in the camera department.What you need to knowA report from Bloomberg claims Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S11 and the Galaxy Fold successor will have a 108MP main camera and offer 5x optical zoom.The Galaxy S11 will reportedly have four camera sensors, along with a time-of-flight sensor for depth detection. Samsung's clamshell foldable phone is expected to be introduced alongside the Galaxy S11 in February 2020. Several leaks that have surfaced online recently suggest the Samsung Galaxy S11 will use a 108MP primary camera and could even offer support for 8K video recording. Now, a report published by Bloomberg reaffirms those rumors, claiming that both the Galaxy S11 and the Galaxy Fold successor will feature a 108MP camera.As per the report, Samsung will introduce the biggest overhaul to the cameras on its flagship smartphones in 2020. The Galaxy S11 will have four camera sensors on the back, including a 108MP primary le...

Like other smartphones launched by HMD Global recently, the Nokia 2.3 has a dedicated Google Assistant button.What you need to knowNokia 2.3 is HMD Global's latest budget Android One smartphone.It comes with a 6.2-inch HD+ display and a 13MP + 2MP dual camera setup at the back. The phone has been priced at €109 ($121) and is slated to begin shipping from mid-December. HMD Global today announced the Nokia 2.3, its latest Android One smartphone aimed at the masses. It runs on the same MediaTek Helio A22 chipset as the Nokia 2.2, but comes with a few notable upgrades in other areas.The Nokia 2.3 sports a 6.2-inch HD+ display with a waterdrop notch and a 19:9 aspect ratio. It has a dual-camera setup on the back, featuring a 13MP main camera and a 2MP depth sensor. Housed within the waterdrop notch on the front of the phone is a 5MP selfie camera with face unlock support.Apart from the upgraded dual camera setup, the Nokia 2.3 also packs a larger 4,000mAh capacity batte...

Viveport Infinity now supports Oculus Quest.What you need to knowHTC Vive releases VIVEPORT Streaming for standalone headsets.Oculus Quest owners will be able to use the Oculus Link to connect to the Viveport Infinity store. Quest owners will be able to access hundreds of PC VR titles through a Viveport Infinity subscription for $12.99 per month or $8.99 annually.HTC Vive has released the Beta of VIVEPORT Streaming, which will give Vive Focus Plus or Wave Platform headset owners the ability to play PC VR games on their standalone devices. This also means that Oculus Quest owners will have access to the vast catalog of Viveport Infinity games through the Oculus Link Beta.With the popularity of standalone VR headsets such as the Oculus Quest rapidly growing, HTC sees an opportunity to get more VR content out there and into the hands of not only VR and gaming fans, but also to people who are curious about VR.While the Oculus Quest has plenty of VR experiences available, ...

Stadia keeps on improving.What you need to knowGoogle Stadia is a game streaming service that launched a few weeks ago.Beforehand, the store was limited to smartphone apps. Now you can buy games directly through the Stadia website. Just click on the tab and follow the prompts to pay for the game. Beforehand Google Stadia relies on a smartphone app to let players buy games. However, that changed an hour ago. Now, you can go to the Stadia website and simply click on the tab that says "Store" to be redirected to it. We were able to buy a couple of games through Google Chrome on Windows 10.Finding your favorite games just got easier! The Stadia store is rolling out on web, giving you a new way to browse and buy your favorite games right from your Chrome browser on desktop. Check it out today!— Stadia (@GoogleStadia) December 6, 2019The process is incredibly easy and exactly what you would do in the app. It's honestly really great to see that Google is continuous...

Feels like I'm wearing nothing at all!What you need to knowMonster Hunter World: Iceborne is getting a new Master Rank quest soon called Muscle Monkey Madness.The quest will begin on December 19. This quest will reward you with the Buff Body α+ armor set.You can grab Monster Hunter World: Iceborne for $30 at Amazon.If you've ever thought that all that protective gear, fireproof armor, cured leather and reinforced metal was getting in the way of your natural beauty as you fought different monsters, Capcom has you covered. A new quest called Muscle Monkey Madness is coming on December 19 and will be available through January 5, 2020. You'll have to be Master Rank 24 to undergo the quest.The quest requires Hunters to beat two Rajang. In exchange, you'll earn the Buff Body α+ armor set. As the name might imply, this allows your hunter to go nearly nude while staying powerful and strong.In other Monster Hunter World: Iceborne news, a recent update added a beast ...

The wait is finally over, and the long-anticipated Disney Plus (or Disney+) streaming service is finally available. It enters a space that's already pretty crowded, but stands out thanks to its unique family-friendly offerings that include titles not only from Disney itself, but also Start Wars, Marvel, National Geographic, and more. It may not directly compete with services like Netflix and Prime Video, but the number of Disney Plus shows that are available makes it worth checking out.Now, on to the key bit of information here: how much does Disney Plus cost? Well, there are a few different plans for Disney Plus that you can sign up for, making the price for Disney Plus range from $6.99 to $12.99 per month. The lower cost is the best Disney Plus price you'll get right now, while more expensive is a pretty sweet Disney Plus bundle that you'll need to check out. You can sign up for an annual plan to save a little extra, and there's even a free trial available. Let's take a second to...

Changes to the way attack and defense work.What you need to knowDiablo IV was announced at BlizzCon 2019.A new blog post goes over the changes being made to attack and defense values. More information and behind-the-scenes development updates are coming in February 2020. Diablo IV does not currently have a release date. In a previous system design update, David Kim, Lead Systems Designer on Diablo IV, talked about how the team was carefully considering multiple options for endgame progression, options that would satisfy both the players who will play once and those who will pour in thousands of hours.A new update has been posted, talking about the changes being made to Affixes, as well as attack and defense values. To start, while no changes are final, the team wants to make Affixes more meaningful as a part of overall character power. Three new values are being considered: Angelic Power, Demonic Power and Ancestral Power. These would boost beneficial effects like healin...

The features may only be available on the latest Snapdragon chips, though.What you need to knowPUBG Corp. has partnered with Qualcomm to push the envelope for mobile gaming.PUBG Mobile will soon have support for 90Hz gaming, with Qualcomm working on enabling even higher frame rates for other games.The title will also feature 10-bit HDR so that your game is not only smoother but also looks better.Fortnite may be the king of the battle royale genre, but PUBG Corporation's 100-person shooter is no slouch, either. The company has been constantly updating the mobile variant of the game in the last few months, with a new Infection mode and a new season that includes a Jungle map. And with the latest feature updates for PUBG Mobile, you'll be able to see all this content in its full glory, thanks to support for 90fps gaming and 10-bit HDR.Mobile gaming was a big focus at Qualcomm's Snapdragon Tech Summit this week. To showcase its 'elite gaming' credentials, the company talked u...

Google's Artificial Intelligence gains a new brainWhat you need to knowDeepMind co-founder Mustafa Suleyman is leaving the company to join corporate-cousin Google.Suleyman will work on AI projects with members of Google's AI and Health teamDeepMind worked with Waymo on self-driving cars and Pixel on computational photography.DeepMind, the company that built AI to beat Starcraft II and read your chest X-Ray, is losing one of its co-founders to Google, according to a report on 9to5Google. Mustafa Suleyman is joining Google to work on "opportunities & impacts of applied AI technologies" according to a post on his Twitter feed. DeepMind was purchased by Google parent Alphabet in 2014 and has collaborated across Alphabet companies, according to a blog post by co-founder and new DeepMind lead Demin Hassabis. DeepMind collabs include contributions to Pixel phone photography and Play Store app recommendations, in addition to other projects that, you know, save lives.After a w...

Focusing on the subject will soon be quite a bit easier.What you need to knowGoogle Duo may soon get a portrait mode that will blur the background to keep you in focus at all times.The Google Photos app may also soon be getting a feature that allows background blurring to creatively separate people from their surroundings using a "bokeh" effect.These were all discovered in the latest Pixel Tips app update, which helps Pixel users get the most out of their phone.Ever been on a video call and find that the things happening behind you are distracting folks on the other end? How about if someone photo bombed your best vacation picture? You'll soon be able to blur out these annoying background distractions in both Google Duo video calls and in the Google Photos app if the latest additions to the Pixel Tips app are anything to go by. 9to5Google found that some hidden code in the Pixel Tips app, an app on Pixel phones that helps users make the most of their phone, reveals a few ra...

We’ll let you in on a secret: Airlines make mistakes, and some of these mistakes can net you cheap plane tickets. You just have to be patient and scour the web 24/7 for a good deal. Obviously, most of us don’t have the time to monitor ticket prices constantly, but Matt does. With a Matt’s Flights subscription, you’ll get cheap ticket deals sent straight to your inbox, and you can sign up for just $21.25 using MERRYSAVE15.Matt’s Flights is a premium service that monitors the web for cheap plane tickets, which are often due to airline errors or discounted sales. Once Matt finds great deals, he’ll send them to you so that you can book them before they sell out. You can customize your search preferences based on your departing airport and travel needs. Additionally, Matt will send at least 3 ticket deals per week, so you’ll have more than enough travel inspo to satisfy your wanderlust.Don’t let outrageous airfare keep you from emba...

We waited so long for this.What you need to knowArizona Sunshine is a popular first-person shooter made by a small team.It's finally available on Oculus Quest after all these months. The game costs $35, but will get cross-buy expansions down the line. You can purchase the title through your headset's store. Arizona Sunshine is regarded as one of the best virtual reality (VR) games out there because of its combat and mission design. The title features great voice acting, good visuals, and the gameplay is incredibly responsive. If you're new to VR gaming, then this game is a great place to start.Arizona Sunshine is available on a variety of VR platforms, but it finally made its way to Oculus Quest today. The Quest is the cord-free VR headset that's become incredibly popular in recent months. You don't need to connect it to an expensive gaming machine to make the most of it.Arizona Sunshine costs $35 on Quest. Just head over to your console and buy it through the st...

Best Answer: Yes, you can get Disney+ on PlayStation 4, allowing you to stream your favorite shows and movies on your trust console rather than relying on apps on your smart TV.Disney, Disney, Disney!: Disney+ ($7/month at Disney+)So I can get Disney+ on my PlayStation console?As long as you have a PlayStation 4, yes. Disney+ is available on PlayStation 4 consoles, but if you are still using a PlayStation 3, Disney+ will not be coming to it. Sony ended PlayStation 3 support in March 2019, so it will not be coming to the older gen consoles.What if I don't have a PlayStation 4?Don't worry, Disney+ is available on a plethora of platforms and devices. Here are all of the devices that you can watch Disney+ on, and there's a high chance that you own at least one of these already:Android phones and tabletsAndroid TV devicesAmazon Fire TV devicesGoogle ChromecastApple phones and tabletsApple TVDesktop web browsersXbox OnePlayStation 4Android-based Sony TVsSamsung smart...

You can finally listen to full LPs without that annoying skipping or pausing sound between songs on the YouTube Music app.What you need to knowThe YouTube Music app will now seamlessly play long albums without the pause that occurs in playback when switching tracks.This is a server-side update that needs to be flipped by Google before you can get the full experience.It's one more step toward YouTube Music being a viable Spotify or Apple Music replacement.If you're a fan of bands that like to make albums sound like one giant song, Google's got your back with the latest update to the YouTube Music app. Bands like Tool or Pink Floyd are famous for creating long songs that are bridged over several different tracks and, while these tracks were able to seamlessly flow together on physical mediums or other music apps, YouTube Music's playback would always have a slight pause when changing tracks. That's because the app had always needed to stop audio playback of one song before co...

There are a lot of places to watch Disney Plus, so here's a handy list.With the launch of Disney+ come and gone, now you have to figure out where to download all the apps — and there are so many platforms to find! We have a list here of all the places you can get the app right now, and I'm sure the list will grow over time.On your RokuRoku is the most popular way to stream content in the U.S., so of course, Disney would make sure there is a Roku app. It's straightforward to find too, head over to the channel store on your Roku, or click this linkA lot of Roku TVs have the Disney+ logo plastered all over them right now, so you should be able to find it easily.On your Fire StickAmazon's Fire stick is used the world over and hosts all the primary streaming services, including Disney+. Happily, getting the app for your fire stick is also the same as getting it for your Fire tablet, so the process is simplified.Just head over to the Amazon Appstore to download it to an...

Board games have been going through true renaissance over the past decade, and it doesn't take a lot of digging in the Google Play Store to see it reflected on Android as well. If you're having trouble getting everybody together under one roof or just don't have any more shelf space for another box, pick up your Android phone or tablet to grab these fantastic board games. We've also included a couple great apps to have on hand when you do get the gaming crew together.Full game with expansions availableCarcassonne: Official Board GameStaff PickCarcassonne is a polished adaptation of the classic board game. It was recently re-released in 3D and it looks and plays better than ever! Its a tile-based kingdom-building game where players each take turns trying to complete roads, cities, and cloisters. Each turn, players also drop a limited number of "meeple" onto landmarks in an attempt to claim points once the feature has been completed. If you can't fully enclose a city or fin...

A dangerous new beast seems oddly familiar.What you need to knowPlayers in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne are discovering a new monster called Safi'jiiva.Safi'jiiva is extremely powerful and cannot currently be killed. This monster will most likely be fleshed out in another update. You can grab Monster Hunter World: Iceborne for $30 from Amazon. Capcom has been providing steady updates for Monster Hunter World: Iceborne, including a recent patch that added the Stygian Zinogre. Since this update, players are now discovering a new creature called Safi'jiiva. You can check out a video below from Weiss Gaming, who encounters this ferocious, powerful creature in the wild.Unfortunately, even if you manage to stay alive, that'll all you'll be able to do against it. Right now, it isn't possible to kill the Safi'jiiva, as it simply flies away after taking a certain amount of damage. Last month, the Monster Hunter Twitter account released a cryptic image hinting at the inclus...

Unlock the door to all your favorite Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars series!Disney Plus (aka Disney+) is finally available after years of waiting and dreaming. If you're in the United States, Canada or the Netherlands (and soon Australia and New Zealand), you can finally purchase a subscription to Disney+, and watch everything in the Disney vault. That includes franchises like Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It also includes the Pixar family of movies and, of course, everything from Disney proper, all for only $7 a month, which is truly a magical bargain.Only one thing remains, then: it's time to subscribe!How to Sign Up for Disney PlusDisney has tried to keep everything about Disney+ as easy as possible for potential users, and that includes getting signed up for your free trial. Whether you're trying to sign up on your laptop, phone, or even on your smart TV, the signup process takes less than a minute.Keep in mind that while the Disney offers a free 7-day tria...

Google is adding on-screen buttons to manage individual photos right on the screen of your Nest Hub.What you need to knowPreviously, these options were possible by asking your Nest hub to perform the specific action.Hiding a photo will archive it in Google Photos. Some photos will also let you see other memories from that day.Google's Nest Hub lineup is a wonderful addition to a smart home for various techy reasons, with one of the best being its awesome function as a photo frame — and it just got better. Android Police found that Google is adding on-screen buttons to let you favorite, hide, or share a photo directly from the screen.While the ability to do these tasks has been there for quite some time via voice commands, the addition of on-screen buttons is welcomed. Now, remembering the exact phrase to get Google to perform the task is less important.To get to the newly added buttons, simply press and hold on a photo, and you'll see the options in the lower ri...

Disney+ is finally out in the wild so we can catch-up on so many favorite Disney classics, Marvel hits, the Star Wars saga, and much more. Disney is also offering the chance to get its new streaming service bundled with Hulu and ESPN+ — which is a great deal at $13 per month. However, if you sign-up for this bundle, the Hulu you get will be the ad-supported version. So, if you prefer your Hulu minus the ads, then follow along to find out how to bundle up and hold the ads.Products used in this guideGet it together: Disney+ bundle ($13/month at Disney+)TV Sans ads: Hulu (ad-free) ($12/month at Hulu) How to the Disney+ bundle with ad-free HuluGo to Hulu and sign-up for the ad-free plan.Enter your personal info and continue.Select your payment method to finish your subscription to Hulu ad-free.Now that your Hulu account is set up let's set up the Disney+ bundle.After clicking Sign Up Now you can enter the same email you used for setting up your Hulu account....

The program is in early access right now.What you need to knowGoogle is experimenting with a new Package Tracking Early Access Program.It allows the company to show important tracking important from within the search engine.The Early Access program does require courier services to opt-in.If you appreciate Google's Assistant's tidy little reminders of your incoming packages, you'll be pleased to know that Google is looking to do something similar for its search engine. Via the rather verbosely-named Package Tracking Early Access Program, the search giant wants to allow users to see most of their important tracking information right from the search engine.As can be seen in the example on the right, searching for 'package tracking' with the name of your courier service will open an applet within the search results that let you key in your package number and get access to all the relevant information, like the expected delivery date, as well as a timeline of where your pack...

Best answer: You can get away with some really slow internet speeds on the PlayStation 4, around 3 Mbps for download and an upload speed of 1Mbps, but it's the ping you need to watch out for. Keep it below 150ms and you should be fine.The console you need: PlayStation 4 Pro ($274 at Amazon)Stay wired: DanYee Cat 7 Ethernet cable ($8 at Amazon)Pick up some games: PlayStation Store Gift Card ($60 at Amazon)Speed mattersWhen it comes to playing games online, your online connection is extremely important. Not only does it have to be secure, but it also has to be fast, especially when you're playing on something like a PlayStation 4. Internet speeds vary by provider, but players can still look for a couple of things to ensure that they're playing at the best possible speeds for their consoles.If any of you are PC players as well as console players you will know that most games have a minimum system requirements list, and in that list is the minimum connection speed you can hav...

Best answer: Yes, and no. There's no built-in SmartCast app yet, and the built-in Chromecast feature doesn't work yet because Vizio's version of Chromecast built-in is outdated. Apple's AirPlay feature does work right now, and an update in December should enable Vizio's Chromecast built-in to work with Disney+.A galaxy of videos: Disney+ ($7/month at Disney+)Cast properly: Google Chromecast ($35 at Amazon)Here's what's going onThere's no Disney+ app in the built-in SmartCast operating system. That's a shame — especially for those who only use the built-in OS with their Vizio TV without any other sort of streaming device plugged in. And that shouldn't be (and in fact isn't quite) the end of the world because all modern Vizio TVs also serve as a target for Chromecast — Google's (and Android's) method of getting video from a phone to a TV — and Apple's AirPlay protocol.AirPlay works just fine. If you have Disney+ on an iPhone or iPad, you...

It is not currently known when it will launch or if the feature will be region-specific.What you need to knowGoogle Maps is working on a way to show which streets are brightly lit at night.The feature was discovered by XDA-Developers during a recent APK teardown of the Google Maps 10.31.0 beta app.There is no indication of when the feature may launch or if it will be region-specific when it does.Google Maps is, without a doubt, the most popular app for finding your way around this big wide world. Through the years, it has grown from a simple navigation tool to an app that can also recommend restaurants, prevent you from getting speeding tickets, or even keep you safe when taking a taxi.Now, thanks to the guys over at XDA-Developers, we're learning Google is working on another way to keep you safe when using Google Maps. According to a recent APK teardown, Google Maps is prepping a new "Lighting" layer to show what streets are brightly lit at nighttime.<string name="L...

Disney+ is here and it seems to be a hit. With hundreds of films from the most popular franchises on the planet — not to mention thousands of TV episodes from our childhood — it's little wonder that Disney+ is popular. However, when errors invade your movie marathon, things are anything but magical. There's a few different errors Disney+ can spit out when things go awry, but Error 83 is by far the most prevalent error you come across. Here's a few of the reasons you may be seeing it, and what you can do about it.Reason #1 — Server timeoutError 83 is one of the most common errors. When the servers are overloaded and your Disney+ session can't connect to the servers fast enough to pass a DRM/account check — or can't connect at all — Error 83 is what Disney+ displays when it can't play your video as requested.This is far and away the most common reason to see Error 83, and dealing with it can take a few forms:Try again. Server issues tend to be int...

The smart TV will not be sold in any other market outside India.What you need to knowNokia launched its very first smart TV in India today.The Nokia-branded smart TV has a 55-inch 4K panel with Dolby Vision support and Intelligent Dimming. It has been priced at ₹41,999 ($590) in India and will go on sale via Flipkart starting December 10. Walmart-owned Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart today launched (via Gadgets360) the first Nokia-branded smart TV in the Indian market. Built as part of a strategic partnership with Nokia, the smart TV boasts impressive specs and is claimed to deliver superior audio quality compared to its rivals.The Nokia-branded smart TV features a 55-inch 4K Ultra HD display panel with peak brightness of 400 nits and static contrast ratio of 1200:1. It comes with Dolby Vision support and also has an Intelligent Dimming feature.One of the headline features of the Nokia smart TV is the audio technology by JBL, which helps deliver "deep bass" and "...

"The FCC's order violates the Constitution."What you need to knowHuawei is suing the Federal Communications Commission in the U.S.The FCC views Huawei as a national security threat.Huawei says the FCC doesn't have any proof of this.We've been covering Huawei's feud with the United States government for what feels like forever now, and on December 4, the latest development came in the form of Huawei issuing a lawsuit against the Federal Communications Commission (more commonly referred to as the FCC). Huawei filed its lawsuit at the United States Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit.Per Song Liuping, the Chief Legal Officer for Huawei, said: The F.C.C. claims that Huawei is a security threat. But F.C.C. Chairman Ajit Pai has not provided any evidence. This is a common trend in Washington these days. The F.C.C.'s order violates the Constitution, and we have no choice but to seek legal remedy.Huawei has faced unrelenting backlash from the FCC and other U.S. government branc...

While the app isn't live in the Play Store, the preview gives us a lot of info on how the app will work when it is released.What you need to knowAdobe Photoshop Camera (PsC) isn't official until 2020.The preview APK for Photoshop Camera is limited to Android 9 and above.Not all phones running Android 9 or higher can use Photoshop Camera.Adobe Photoshop is a powerful tool used all over the world to allow users to add some creativity to their photos. Now, you can infuse your photos with the magic of Photoshop with your phone. As we previously reported, Adobe is making a camera app that will use Snapchat-like lenses and filters to bring an extra creative flair to your photos. Today, the folks over at XDA have found that a functioning preview build of the app is available for download and use.There are a few caveats for using the app, however. Firstly, you'll have to sideload the APK as it's not in the Play Store yet. Secondly, your phone will need to be running Android 9 or ...

There's no Wi-Fi 6 here, but that doesn't matter — the UniFi Dream Machine is the best router I have ever used.Ubiquiti is well-known in the enterprise segment, but the brand also sells routers for home users. We looked at the AmpliFi HD mesh system earlier this year and came away impressed with its performance. The AmpliFi lineup is aimed at consumers looking for an all-in-one home networking solution that's easy to get started with.The UniFi Dream Machine router I'm reviewing falls under the brand's prosumer UniFi series, and it offers a robust set of features that you don't get with the AmpliFi lineup. Ubiquiti's UniFi products are targeted at businesses, and they're highly scalable — much more so than a traditional mesh router. You can add switches, security cameras, and more access points as needed.If you're reading this, you're more interested in finding out how the UniFi Dream Machine fares as a home networking solution. The short answer? It is outstanding. I...

They'll also soon work in even more ways.What you need to knowGoogle rolled out ultrasonic sensing features last month to Nest displays, something that was inspired by a Googler's older father walking closer to the display to read information.The feature uses inaudible sound waves to detect when a person is near or far away from the display and changes the size of the text on the screen. It currently works with timers, commute times, and weather. Support for reminders and appointments are coming soon.Back in November, we reported on a new feature in Nest smart displays such as the Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max which reacts based on your proximity to the device. For example, when setting a timer, the numbers on the display become larger when you're further away from the screen.Now, Google is detailing on its blog how this feature came to be and new ways it will be used in the near future. It turns out the feature originated after a Googler noticed how their father would walk c...

Thankfully, Sony has made the backup process extremely easy for PlayStation 4 users. Whether you're fully wiping your console or simply backing-up as a precaution, all you need is a PlayStation Plus subscription or a USB thumb drive.Products used in this guideUpload saves to the cloud: 12 Months of PlayStation Plus ($60 at Amazon)Copy and store your saves: 64GB SanDisk Extreme Go USB Drive ($20 at Amazon)PlayStation Plus cloud storageFor $60 you can purchase a year's subscription to PlayStation Plus if you are not already a member. Along with the free games you can download every month, and the ability to play online with friends, PS Plus members have access to Sony's cloud storage. You can upload your save data to the cloud and be sure that you will have access to it for as long as you are a member.To upload your save data:Navigate to your PlayStation 4 settings menu.Click on Application Saved Data Management to access the menu.Select Auto-Upload.Select which game...

The next-generation of consoles is almost here. And now the wait commences.What you need to knowPlayStation 5 pre-order landing pages are popping up at various retailers.You can sign up to be notified when pre-orders go live.The PlayStation 5 is set to release in Holiday 2020.We're heading into the new year and that means more information about the upcoming PlayStation 5 is imminent. There are still a lot of unknowns, like its price, but retailers are getting ahead of the curve regardless. Several online storefronts, like Best Buy, now have PlayStation 5 landing pages where you can enter your email and sign up to be notified when pre-orders go live (via Forbes).PlayStation 5: Everything we know so farWhile we don't know what the final design looks like just yet, photos of PS5 devkits have appeared out in the wild showing an interesting shape so that they can be stacked and properly venitilated. The actual design that reaches consumers will likely look very different....

Just as promised.What you need to knowSony has started rolling out the stable Android 10 update for its flagship Xperia 1.The "compact" Xperia 5 is also being updated to Android 10. In addition to all the new Android 10 features, the update includes the November Android security patch. Sony had confirmed last month that it would begin rolling out the Android 10 update for its smartphones in December. Sticking to its word, the company today began pushing the stable Android 10 update for the flagship Xperia 1 and Xperia 5. As reported by PiunikaWeb, the update is arriving as version 55.1.A.0.748.The software update is apparently rolling out across the globe currently, so if you own a Sony Xperia 1 or Xperia 5, you should try heading over to the Settings Menu and checking for the update manually. Along with several new Android 10 features, the update comes with the November Android security patch as well. However, Samsung and Google have already started rolling out the new...

Let's have a chat with the AC forums.Launched in August 2018, Google One is Google's paid subscription service for cloud storage. Plans start at $1.99/month for 100GB of space, with plans going all the way up to 30TB for $299.99/month.Subscribers also get little perks/goodies throughout the year, including things like Google Play credits, discounts on hotels, and cashback on Google Store purchases.Taking a look through the AC forums, here's where some of our members stand on whether or not they use Google One. areyes1631 12-01-2019 11:45 AM “ I did the free the months. Reply mgbosshogg 12-01-2019 03:58 PM “ Aye. I'm on the Google 2TB plan. Use about 1TB. Only back up what's important these days. Tried quite a few competitors, have to say the Google offering had worked best for me...

Best answer: Tello technically has just one plan, but it can be customized to your liking using the company's Build Your Own Plan tool. You're able to choose how much 4G LTE data and minutes you want (texting is included for free), and you can adjust your plan at any time should your needs change. No matter how you customize your plan, you'll get free calling to Canada, Mexico, and China, in addition to mobile hotspot access.Affordable wireless: Tello (From $5/month at Tello)Works like a charm: Google Pixel 3a ($399 at Amazon)You get to build your Tello plan exactly how you wantOne of the reasons we're such big fans of Tello is how it handles wireless plans. Instead of making you choose between a handful of different options, Tello has a Build Your Own Plan feature that enables you to fully customize a plan to your exact liking.By default, all Tello customers get a few things for free — including unlimited texting, calling to Canada, Mexico, and China, and hotspot ...

The Nova 6 5G combines flagship-grade hardware with a gorgeous design.What you need to knowHuawei today launched three new Nova series smartphones: Nova 6 5G, Nova 6, and Nova 6SE.The flagship Nova 6 5G is powered by the Kirin 990 chipset and has an oval-shaped hole-punch cutout with two selfie cameras. All the three new Nova 6 series phones will go on sale in China starting December 12. Huawei today introduced the latest additions to its Nova line of smartphones, the all-new Nova 6 series. The Nova 6 lineup includes the flagship Nova 6 5G, the standard Nova 6, and the mid-range Nova 6SE.Huawei's new Nova 6 5G comes with a 6.57-inch FHD+ AMOLED display featuring an oval-shaped hole-punch cutout on the top left corner. Housed within the cutout is a 32MP main sensor and an 8MP ultra-wide sensor. Powering the 5G-enabled smartphone is HiSilicon's latest Kirin 990 5G chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB storage.At the back of the phone is a triple camera setup wit...

5.6 billion illegal calls were made to Americans in November alone...What you need to knowThe U.S. House of Representatives has approved an anti-robocall bill.The bill, named the TRACED Act, was passed by 417 votes to 3.It seeks to protect Americans from illegal robocalls.The House of Representatives has passed an anti-robocall call bill designed to protect Americans from illegal robocalls.As reported by The Hill, the TRACED Act was passed by a nearly unanimous vote of 417-3 on Wednesday, December 4. The bill is also supported by the Senate, and as such, it is expected to be signed into law by President Trump before the year is out.The bill is sponsored by Senators Frank Pallone Jr. and John Thune, as such, it bears the name of both its sponsors in its full title, the Pallone-Thune Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act.Speaking to the House floor on December 4, Pallone said: "Today the House will take strong bipartisan action t...

Hulu customers will now have to use their email and password to log in.What you need to knowHulu has started removing Facebook as a login option for users.By 2020, Hulu says Facebook login will no longer be supported. Users will have to log in with the email and password they used to sign up for Hulu. Hulu has decided to remove Facebook as a login option for users. By next year, it says Facebook login will no longer be supported on Hulu. This means the only way you can log in is by using the email and password that you used to sign up for Hulu.Unfortunately, Hulu hasn't revealed the reason why it is removing Facebook as a login option. If you have not been logging in to the Hulu app using your Facebook account, there's no action that you need to take.Here's the email that Hulu is currently sending to users regarding Facebook login changes: As of December 4, 2019, Hulu will begin removing Facebook as a login option, and by 2020 it will no longer be supported. Do...