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Additional such user control features will be introduced later this year.What you need to knowFacebook has introduced a new Facebook Login feature aimed at giving users greater control over their information.The new "Login Notifications" feature will alert users whenever they use Facebook Login to log into a third-party app.Facebook will also notify users when they re-use Facebook Login to log into a third-party app after the app's access to information expires. Facebook today announced a new Facebook Login feature, which the company says is "aimed at delivering users even more control over their information." The feature is called "Login Notifications" and will send a notification to users when they log into a third-party app with Facebook Login.Facebook says Login Notifications will be triggered whenever a user logs into a third-party app using Facebook Login and grants access to their information. Users will also be notified when they re-use Facebook Login to log int...

It will still have a bigger battery than the Motorola RAZR.What you need to knowA new leak has revealed that the Galaxy Fold 2 will come with a 3300mAh battery.The latest leak also corroborates a previous rumor that claimed the foldable phone will have an ultra-thin glass display. Rumored to be called Galaxy Z Flip, Samsung's next foldable phone is expected to be launched on February 11. Samsung's upcoming clamshell foldable phone was certified by China's 3C regulatory body earlier this week, revealing support for only 15W fast charging. XDA Developers' Max Weinbach, who shared a hands-on video of the Galaxy S20 yesterday, has now shed more light on Samsung's Galaxy Fold 2.Samsung was very smart with the Galaxy Z Flip (just got word this is the name.)They are using ultra thin glass and plastic. Samsung will be layering a plastic over the ultra thin glass for extra protection. If it gets scratched, it's only the plastic and not the display.— Max Weinbach (@MaxWinebach) J...

Notifications informing users of pending updates may also have been affected.What you need to knowGoogle is seemingly working to reduce the number of notifications originating from the Play Store.A Google spokesperson has confirmed that it's testing a change where confirmations for app updates won't be sent out.A bug may also be causing errors in notifying users that an app update is available and asking for their permission to download it manually.The Google Play Store is exhibiting some strange behavior, according to the folks at Android Police. The publication earlier today reported on a number of threads on Reddit about users not seeing any notifications after apps were automatically updated.While they initially assumed it was a bug, a Google spokesperson has now confirmed that the lack of confirmation notifications for updated apps are a deliberate change by the company's engineers, likely aimed at reducing the notification spam from the Play Store.While it's nice ...

Unlimited. It seems like a great deal on paper. No need to worry about overages. No need to worry about bandwidth limitations or unexpected fees. Total freedom to use your smartphone wherever, whenever, and however you see fit.There's a catch, of course. There's always a catch. That's the thing carriers love to leave out when they're talking about offering unlimited anything, especially data.Nothing is truly unlimited. Even a quick browse through the fine print of any carrier agreement is evidence enough of that. There are always restrictions on how you use your data, on how you leverage the carrier's service.Most commonly, this takes the form of a data cap, a hard limit on how much data you're allowed to use. After you hit that cap, your carrier begins throttling your connection. The rate at which throttling is applied varies, but virtually every major carrier does this.And they aren't shy about showing it, either. Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint have for over a year n...

But patience you must have since they're not out yet.What you need to knowBuild-A-Bear will offer a stuffed version of The Child ( also known as Baby Yoda) from The Mandalorian.The new plush will be available in a few months.No official plush Baby Yoda merchandise is available yet.Build-A-Bear will be among the earliest flock of Baby Yoda plush options when everyone's favorite new Ewok replacement finally hits store shelves. Business Insider quotes Build-A-Bear CEO Sharon Price John who said, "we will be one of the first companies to provide the digital and internet phenomenon who is trending higher than all the presidential candidates combined." John provided no further availability except to say the new plush would be available in the next few months.Though The Mandalorian revealed the character who would become known as Baby Yoda back in November, to keep the reveal a secret Disney decided to hold off on churning merchandise through the retail chain, so no offciial toy...

Also maybe don't use text messages to verify your identity.What you need to knowPrinceton researchers wanted to know if 2FA is secure using SMS as a factor.Researchers called carriers trying to transfer (steal) accounts to new SIM cards.Major carriers made it easy to steal prepaid accounts, confirming that SMS is not a secure 2FA method.Researchers at Princeton University were questioning whether SMS text messaging is a secure authentication method to use as one factor in a two-factor authentication (2FA) setup. The answer turned out to be a resounding no, especially as the team started to attack prepaid plans on the largest mobile carriers.If an attacker can gain control of a phone number by switching a victim's account to the attacker's SIM card, the attacker can then hijack the verification process that uses SMS by receiving the authenticating text messages instead of the victim. In ten out of ten attempts to steal numbers from prepaid customers on AT&T, Verizon, a...

The change will make it harder for ad companies to track individuals online.What you need to knowGoogle is planning on phasing out user-string agents in the Chrome browser.The change would improve individuals' privacy by making it harder for ad peddlers to 'fingerprint' users online.It would also help solve a variety of compatibility issues experienced by other browsers.Privacy is all the rage at the Chrome labs these days. Amidst its efforts to do away with notification spam on Chrome and adding electronic privacy screen support to its Chrome-powered notebooks, Google this week announced its desire to eventually phase out and deprecate user-agent (UA) strings on its browser.For those not familiar with the term, this is a string of metadata sent out by your browser every time you visit a website. The information includes your browser's name and version, the operating system, and the rendering engine used. The last two, in particular, can be far more revealing than you mig...

The ASUS Chromebook Flip is one of the most versatile devices on the market today. This Chromebook not only will flip to become a tablet but also allows you to get some work done without being too heavy or taking up too much space. To help accommodate every situation, we have found the best cases that you can get today.Turtle ShelliPearl mCover Hard Shell CaseStaff PickThis hardshell case from iPearl mCover is ideal for those who want a case for their ASUS Chromebook Flip but don't want to deal with zippers, snaps, or sleeves. The translucent PC material comes in seven color options, including a clear version.$20 at AmazonGet your business onTomtoc 360 Business Commute BriefcaseIf you travel frequently with the Chromebook Flip, then something like the TomToc 360 Business Briefcase may be the best option. This case not only sports CornerArmor protection, but there are also two outer pockets for accessories and a handle to grab it and get out the door.$28 at A...

Acceptable Ads are unacceptable.What you need to knowSenator Ron Wyden has asked the FTC to investigate the ad blocking industry for anti-competitive practices.The Senator calls out AdBlock Plus' acceptable ads policy as unacceptable. He urges for more transparent disclosure in cases where advertisers pay to be whitelisted. United States Senator Ron Wyden has called on the FTC to investigate what he critiques as anti-competitive practices by the ad blocking industry.In a letter surfaced by The Verge, Senator Wyden laid out his case, saying: Hundreds of millions of consumers around the world have downloaded and installed software tools that purport to block online ads. In turn, the largest ad companies — including Google, Amazon, Microsoft and Verizon Media — have quietly paid millions of dollars to some of the largest ad blocking software companies in order to be able to continue to track and target consumers with ads. (...) Accordingly, I urge the FTC to open ...

The S10 was incredible. Here's what Samsung's doing to improve for 2020.Samsung's Galaxy S series is always one of the most anticipated smartphone releases year after year. Following a modest upgrade with the S9 series, 2019's Galaxy S10 lineup shook things up with an all-new Infinity-O design for the display, triple rear cameras, and even a third "budget" model.In the coming months, it'll be time for Samsung to take the wraps off of the Galaxy S20 (Samsung's expected to ditch the S11 name). The phone has big shoes to fill, but knowing Samsung, it'll be up to the task.Without further ado, here's everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy S20!There will probably be three versionsThe S20's design has been revealedHere are the specs we're anticipatingExpect a high priceIt'll be announced on February 11Don't count out the Galaxy S10 just yetFlagship in every waySamsung Galaxy S10From $900 at SamsungSamsung's 2019 flagship is still worth a look.The Galaxy S...

If you're looking to either replace or add a set of Bluetooth headphones to your collection without breaking the bank, you're in the right place. There are plenty of options ranging from truly wireless earbuds up to over-ear headphones that you can get for less than $100. If you're looking for the best overall headphones, look no further than the OnePlus Bullets Wireless 2, which offer the best balance of portability and quality.Best Overall: OnePlus Bullets 2 WirelessThe OnePlus Bullets 2 Wireless are the pinnacle of great wireless earbuds. They're not too ambitious and don't pack in too many features — they aren't truly wireless with a wireless charging case, for example. However, what they do offer is handy; they pause when the two buds magnetically attach, and there's warp charging, netting you an impressive 10 hours of listening time from a 10-minute charge.In terms of sound, the Bullets 2 are great for their size. They have a small bump in the bass with a rather neutr...

OnePlus includes a case in the box for the OnePlus 7T, but let's face it: it's thin and kind of bland. It's great to ensure you have protection from the moment you take the case out of the box, but chances are you'll want to upgrade to a case with a little more style or substance before long. The case market for the 7T is limited due to its shorter upgrade window, but there are some high-quality cases for this high-quality phone.Thin grip with styleSpigen Liquid AirStaff pickSpigen may be best known for the Rugged Armor, but walk past it and get the Liquid Air. It's got a much better grip thanks to the texture all across the back and sides, it's the same thickness, and it just looks much fresher than the carbon fiber accents.$12 at AmazonOfficial flairOnePlus Silicone Bumper CaseWhile the OnePlus 7T isn't sold in OnePlus's signature red, but you can still get that shocking red with this grippy silicone case. If you tend to be a butterfingers, this is the case for ...

Sometimes, you just need to show someone else the thing that's on your screen. In this case, taking a screenshot is the easiest thing to do. There are a few different ways to take screenshots on a Chromebook, so let's run through all of them right now!Products used in this guideThe one to get: Lenovo Chromebook C330 (From $220)How to take a screenshot with buttonsIn most cases, the easiest way to take a screenshot on your Chromebook is by using button combinations — whether that be on your Chromebook's keyboard or with the power and volume buttons.Starting first with keyboard shortcuts, there are two you'll want to remember:Ctrl + []]] to take a screenshot of the entire screen.Ctrl + Shift + []]] to take a screenshot of a specific portion of your screen.For the second command, you'll use your mouse/cursor to select the area of your screen you want to capture. For those times when there's just a small part of your screen you want to save, it's quite handy.On t...

If you love Chromebooks like we do you'll want to see these tips and tricks to make the most of them.Millions of people are using Chromebooks, but despite their simple and "for everyone" nature, not every powerful feature is easy to access. Every Chromebook is a powerful tool that's just waiting to be used to its full potential, and once you know a few tricks you'll feel like you're getting even more value out of your inexpensive computer. We've rounded up the top ten tips and tricks for you to try on your Chromebook so you can start making the most of your machine.1. Use third-party DNSThere are a lot of reasons to use third-party DNS (Domain Name Server, or the sort of "address book" for the Internet) when you're on the web. Some say they are faster, some claim they are more secure, and it's a great way to get around any silly content blocks that may be in place on the servers of the people who provide you your Internet.Using them on your Chromebook is easy. Open the sett...

Get ready to rock with a new look at id Software's latest game.What you need to knowDoom Eternal is getting a new trailer tomorrow.Doom Eternal was originally set to release back in November 2019. Doom Eternal is now set to release on March 20. You can preorder Doom Eternal on PlayStation 4 for $60 from Amazon.Update: Bethesda has released the trailer.Bethesda announced today that a new trailer for Doom Eternal is coming tomorrow. While we don't know exactly what the trailer will entail, it's a safe guess that we'll get another look at the campaign mode, where players will hack through the Hordes of Hell, on Earth and elsewhere.Official Trailer 2 for DOOM Eternal arrives tomorrow at 12:30pm ET.The countdown begins tomorrow at 11am ET: https://t.co/HUhnayk1M1 pic.twitter.com/G7z6NOKWgO— Bethesda (@bethesda) January 13, 2020The new trailer is coming at 12:30 p.m. ET. You can tune into the Bethesda Twitch channel before then, as a countdown will start at 11:00 a...

There will also be two more microphones on the Galaxy Buds+, aimed at improving call quality.What you need to knowSamsung is expected to reveal the Galaxy Buds+ alongside the Galaxy S20 on February 11.According to new leaks, the wireless earbuds will not feature active noise cancellation, a highly requested feature.The only changes to their design seem to be a larger battery and additional microphones.The folks at SamMobile have a new bunch of leaks pertaining to the Galaxy Buds+. And while these kinds of things usually excite fans, prepare to be disappointed this time around.The Samsung enthusiast site has determined, as per reliable sources, that the Galaxy Buds+ will not feature active noise cancellation, a highly coveted feature and one that many were expecting was a given after Apple decided to add it to the AirPods Pro.Alongside the already disheartening lack of changes to the Buds+'s external design, Samsung doesn't actually seem all that interested in making any...

A powerful processor that won't break the bank.What you need to knowMediaTek has announced the Helio G70 and G70T gaming-focused chipsets for entry-level phones.The G70 series is a slightly underclocked version of MediaTek's flagship G90 gaming processor.Besides the slower clock speeds, the G70 series also limits the display to 1080p, lacks support for faster UFS storage, and is restricted to 48MP cameras or dual 16MP rear-cameras.Mobile gaming is gaining more and more popularity. What started out as a bit of a niche has been growing, with more brands releasing phones specifically made for gaming. Unfortunately, many times these phones carry a hefty price tag for all the performance they offer.Enter MediaTek and its new lineup of entry-level gaming-focused processors, the Helio G70 and G70T. In case you didn't know, MediaTek makes chipsets that power smartphones much like Snapdragon chips found in many popular phones — it just lacks the market share and brand recognitio...

The days of tablets flooding the market are gone, but that doesn't mean that there still aren't use-cases for them. Samsung has been driving this point home with its Tab line of devices, but there are still even more tablets to choose from. But what are you supposed to do after you get your tablet and are signed in? We have found the best apps to take advantage of the screen real estate and processing power of your tablets.Edit on the big screenAdobe LightroomStaff PickLightroom has become one of the de-facto choices for editing photos on the go, and with a tablet, this is improved even more. Adobe packs in many different tools for you to take advantage of so that your photos turn out absolutely perfect.Free w/IAP at Google PlayGet another displayDuet DisplayIf you're tired of running out of screen space on your computer or laptop, then Duet Display helps to solve that. This app turns your tablet into an extra display for your Mac or PC with "zero" lag and y...

He is coming.What you need to knowCapcom has released a new trailer for the Resident Evil 3 remake, showing Nemesis hunting down Jill.The trailer also shows a new look at the Hunter.Resident Evil 3 remake is currently scheduled to release on April 3. You can preorder Resident Evil 3 remake on PlayStation 4 for $60 from Amazon.Capcom has released a new trailer for Resident Evil 3. Appropriately titled Nemesis, this trailer shows exactly why this specialized Tyrant is such a threat against Jill, Carlos and other survivors. You can take a look at the new trailer below.Nemesis is getting multiple terrifying improvements that make him even more of a threat this time around. His sound design has been revamped, his AI improved — he's using a modified form of the AI for Mr. X in the Resident Evil 2 remake — and his healing factor means taking him down borders on impossible.Aside from another horrifying look at Nemesis, we also get to see the updated model for the Hunte...

The second-generation Amazon Fire TV was a minor update to the first-generation product, but what it added, a microSD card slot, was a pretty nice upgrade feature. The microSD card slot is almost essential if you want to download a lot of apps and games to use on your Fire TV (2nd Gen). With only 8GB of internal storage and much less than that available to use, you could soon wipe that out with a few large games.Products used in this guideNever run out of space: SanDisk 200GB Ultra Micro SDXC UHS-I Memory Card ($27 at Amazon)Record and save in the cloud: Amazon Fire TV Recast ($230 at Amazon)How to move your Fire TV (2nd Gen) apps to a microSD cardThe first thing you need to do is to snag a microSD card. Amazon has a huge offering at often ridiculous prices, so use the link below to help find something suitable.When you've got a microSD card installed it will just work and new content will automatically use it as the default storage location. If you started using the Fir...

Your phone already got this a year ago.What you need to knowGoogle has rolled out its Search redesign to desktop users.The new UI prioritizes transparency, highlighting brand iconography, and bolder ad labeling.The company brought the same redesign to iOS and Android last year.Last year, Google redesigned Search for Android and iOS to more clearly label content on the search results page. Ads would get a bolder ad label, while sites would now have colorful favicons so users could see — at a glance — what sites they were clicking into.The same redesign has now hit desktop users, as per an announcement by Google. Here's how the new Google Search should look on your computer from today.Google's Jamie Leach Senior Interaction Designer, Search, explained the move last year: As we continue to make new content formats and useful actions available—from buying movie tickets to playing podcasts—this new design allows us to add more action buttons and helpful preview...

Sony's veritable army of developers are working on a new slate of games for the PlayStation 5.The PlayStation 4 generation was an interesting one for Sony Worldwide Studios. It saw internal teams double down on blockbuster, cinematic games while also retaining experimentation from the smaller groups. U.K. developers at Evolution Studios and Guerrilla Cambridge were shut down, while Insomniac Games — longtime associate and partner of PlayStation — was finally acquired.With a new generation comes new games. This is a list of everything we know Sony Worldwide Studios is currently working on, or are at least fairly certain to be developing for the PlayStation 5.SIE Bend StudioForwardWorksGuerrilla GamesInsomniac GamesSIE Japan StudioSIE London StudioManchester StudioMedia MoleculeNaughty DogPixelOpusPolyphony DigitalSIE San Diego StudioSIE San Mateo StudioSIE Santa Monica StudioSucker Punch ProductionsSIE XDev EuropeWhat is SIE Bend Studio working on?SI...

This is very disappointing but not completely surprising.What you need to knowA new leak claims the 120Hz refresh rate option on Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S20 series phones will only work at Full HD+ resolution.When users switch to WQHD+ resolution, the display refresh rate will drop to 60Hz. All three Galaxy S20 models – Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, and Galaxy S20 Ultra are expected to sport 120Hz displays.Yesterday, a massive Galaxy S20 Ultra leak shed light on the upcoming flagship's impressive camera hardware as well as a few other key tech specs. One of the key highlights of the Galaxy S20 and the other two S20 series phones is expected to be the upgrade to 120Hz panels. However, reliable leaker Ice Universe has now claimed that the 120Hz refresh rate option on Samsung's upcoming flagship phones will only work at Full HD+ resolution.It can now be said with certainty that Samsung has cancelled the WQHD 120Hz option of the Galaxy S20 series, leaving only FHD 60Hz, FH...

Check out what you accomplished.What you need to knowPlayStation is rewarding players for checking out their 2019 stats with MyPSYear2019.This allows players to see what their most-played games were and how many hours were put into each.PlayStation is also giving away some avatars and a theme. Sometimes it's good to look back and see what you accomplished in a year. To that end, PlayStation is rewarding players for checking out their PlayStation gaming in 2019 stats with MyPSYear2019. To check out your PlayStation stats from last year, go to this link here and sign in.There, you'll be shown what your top games played in 2019 were, with a breakdown of the hours put into each, the number of trophies earn and your top genre. You'll also receive some free PSN avatars and a theme. The exact avatar you are given as your gaming title for 2019 will depend on what types of games you played overall. There are seven avatars in total, with specific recognition for players who like ac...

Best answer: Yes, Disney Plus (Disney+) supports Chromecasting content from your Android phone or tablet. Whether your TV is new or old, smart or "dumb," you'll be able to watch Disney+ on it with a Chromecast. The Chromecast Ultra also supports Dolby Vision for HDR content, but it doesn't support Dolby Atmos, so you won't get 5.1 surround sound.Cast away: Disney+ ($7/month at Disney+)Upgrade your TV: Google Chromecast ($35 at Amazon)Google Chromecast is supported by Disney+Among the many platforms that Disney+ supported at launch are the Google Chromecast and Chromecast built-in devices. This is great news because that means that it's easy as pie to switch between watching on a phone to watching on the big screen at home, even if you don't own a TV with Android TV or Roku built into it.We know that you can cast Disney+ from the Android app on Android phones, tablets, and Chromebooks with Android apps through Google Play. We aren't as sure if you'll be able to cast Disne...

Two new features are currently available for testing.What you need to knowYou can now test out new experimental features by enabling them under Labs in the Google app.The first two new features to try out are "pinch to zoom" and screenshot editing.Labs is being rolled out as a server-side switch and may not be available for all users at this time.If you're anything like us, you love testing out new features and being on the cutting edge. Fortunately, Google is constantly improving its products and services and sometimes allows the public to try them out and give feedback.Such is the case with the Google app, where it recently began rolling out a new Labs section in the settings with experimental features. The Labs section was first spotted early last year with a "pinch to zoom" and "collections" feature in testing. Now that it is starting to finally roll out to the general public, we're seeing "pinch to zoom" and screenshot editing available to try out.Much like the n...

We've already waited a few years, so what's another month?What you need to knowThe first part of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake was originally in early March.It has been delayed until early April.Square Enix says the delay is to polish the game more to ensure the best possible experience for fans.Another high profile release has been delayed just months before it was set to launch, and this time it's the Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Thankfully we won't have to suffer a long wait as it was only pushed back by a little over a month. Producer Yoshinori Kitase put out a statement that attributes this delay to giving the team some extra time to polish it and deliver the best possible experience.A message from the #FinalFantasy VII Remake development team. #FF7R pic.twitter.com/NFYIQmytSa— FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE (@finalfantasyvii) January 14, 2020The Final Fantasy 7 Remake is now due out on April 10, 2020 for PlayStation 4, just slipping past that original March release date. Th...

If you've ever had the misfortune to "permanently misplace" or break a TV remote, you know how frustrating it can be to find just the right one and get it paired back up again. The good news is that if you have a Fire TV device, this process can be relatively pain-free and easy. I'll show you how in the steps below!Products used in this guideUltimate controller: Alexa Voice Remote ($30 at Amazon)Next-gen DVR: Fire TV Recast ($280 at Amazon)How to pair your new Alexa Voice Remote to your Amazon Fire TVNote that the latest version of the Alexa Voice Remote is only compatible with the first and second generations of the Fire TV Cube, the Fire TV (3rd Gen), the Fire TV Stick (2nd Gen), and the Fire TV Stick 4K. For older Fire TV devices, you will follow similar directions, but you will need the Alexa Voice Remote (1st Gen).Now, there are actually several ways to do this, so I'll break each option down below.Fresh out of the boxThis is the way it's supposed to work.Tur...

The update arrives as version G960FXXU7ZTA9 for the Galaxy S9 and G965FXXU7ZTA9 for the S9+.What you need to knowSamsung has released a new Android 10 beta build for the Galaxy S9 and S9+ phones.The sixth Android 10 beta for the Galaxy S9 series includes several bug fixes and a newer version of the Camera app. Both phones are expected to start receiving the stable Android 10-based One UI 2.0 update before the end of January. Samsung has rolled out (via SamMobile) a new Android 10-based One UI 2.0 beta build for its Galaxy S9 series phones. The latest release is the sixth beta build for the two phones and is currently rolling out to users in India. In the coming days, however, the update should become available for beta users in all the countries where the program was launched.Just like the previous Android 10 beta updates, the latest one comes with a long list of bug fixes. It also brings an updated version of the Samsung Camera app to the two phones. If you are enrolle...

Phone cameras are perfect for viewing the pictures you take on an electronic display. Just try not to zoom in.Phones like the Google Pixel 4 and Huawei P30 Pro take photos so good you really never need to carry around another camera. At least, that's what we all say. For the most part, it's true — but not always. Sometimes you take a photo so nice you want to turn it into a piece of art for your wall.Above you'll see what I think is the best photograph I have ever taken. It's a shot of a sunset just starting to happen over a small lake high in the mountains, taken from the balcony of the small lodge that's there for seasonal hunters and campers. I need more art of fishing lakes in my office and I thought this photo was perfect.And it looks good. At least it looks good here, where you're looking at it on some sort of electronic display. It's even cropped in tight using a bit of camera zoom so I could keep some other folks out of the shot. Maybe it's not the caliber of pho...

Best answer: The technical aspects of configurable game downloads on PS5 is a bit of an unknown at the moment but we do know players will be able to pick and choose which aspects of a game they want to install. For example, they can install just the single-player campaign or just the multi-player portion.Expand your library: PlayStation Store Gift Card (From $10 at Amazon)One of our decade favorites: Horizon Zero Dawn ($32 at Amazon)What does configurable game downloading mean?With the PlayStation 4, downloading a game is an all-or-nothing process. You either download the entire game or you don't since games are treated as large blocks of data. If you are lucky, you can install the single-player components first so you may play the campaign while the rest of the game downloads.What configurable game downloads will do is break down these large blocks of data into sections you can install and delete separately. We don't yet know how small these segments will get but we sho...

The phone comes in Sapphire Blue and Midnight Black colors.What you need to knowHonor 9X has been launched in India for a starting price of ₹13,999 ($197).The Honor 9X comes with a 6.59-inch FHD+ display, triple rear cameras, and a pop-up 16MP selfie camera. It will be going on sale in India starting January 19 via Flipkart.Honor today launched the Honor 9X in the Indian market, roughly three months after its global debut. The company's first smartphone with a pop-up camera packs a lot of impressive features, including triple cameras with AIS Super Night Mode and a large display with blue light filter.Honor 9X will be available for purchase in India starting January 19, exclusively via Flipkart. While the 4GB/128GB version is priced at ₹13,999 ($197), the 6GB RAM version will set you back ₹16,999 ($240). On the first day, however, you will be able to get the 4GB RAM version for a discounted price of ₹12,999, while the 4GB RAM version will be available for ₹15,99...

The value flagship will likely be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 765G chipset.What you need to knowA leaked trademark application has revealed that Xiaomi is working on a new device called the POCO F2.The phone is expected to be a direct successor to the POCO F1 launched in 2018.In markets outside India, the phone could be called the Pocophone F2 instead. Pocophone global head Alvin Tse had hinted in a tweet last month that the Xiaomi sub-brand may finally launch a new phone in 2020. Now, the first solid evidence (via _the_tech_guy) proving the existence of the Pocophone F1 successor has surfaced online.Xiaomi recently filed a trademark application for the name "POCO F2", which all but confirms that the company will soon launch a successor to the POCO F1. While the phone will bear the name POCO F2 in the Indian market, Xiaomi is expected to launch it as the Pocophone F2 in other markets. In 2018, the brand launched its first phone as the POCO F1 in the Indian market. It...

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.Marriott's original offer on the Bonvoy Bold card is back after almost a year of absence.What you need to knowMarriott has launched a new limited-time offer for its Bonvoy Bold credit card.Earn 50,000 Bonus Points after you spend $2,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.This offer has not existed since Marriott launched the card last summer.When Marriott launched the Marriot Bonvoy Bold Credit Card last year, it introduced the first Bonvoy branded credit card without any annual fee. It also kicked off the card's introduction to the market with a really impressive welcome bonus for a card of its class.Now, that offer is back. New cardholders can once again earn 50,00...

No presence from PlayStation at E3, again.What you need to knowPlayStation did not attend E3 2019.Sony confirmed today that PlayStation will not attend E3 2020. PlayStation will instead attend multiple different events throughout the year. The ESA leaked the information of many journalists who attended E3 2019. Update: The ESA has responded to Sony not attending E3 2020. "E3 is a signature event celebrating the video game industry and showcasing the people, brands and innovations redefining entertainment loved by billions of people around the world. E3 2020 will be an exciting, high-energy show featuring new experiences, partners, exhibitor spaces, activations, and programming that will entertain new and veteran attendees alike. Exhibitor interest in our new activations is gaining the attention of brands that view E3 as a key opportunity to connect with video game fans worldwide."Today, Sony announced PlayStation will not be attending E3 2020. In a statement given t...

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.Grab Marriott's biggest bonus ever for one of its most popular cards.What you need to knowMarriott has launched a new welcome bonus for the Marriott Bonvoy Boundlessâ„¢ Credit Card.Earn 100,000 Bonus Points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.The bonus equals out to about $800 in hotel stays.Last November, Marriott had launched a never before seen, limited-time offer on its Marriott Bonvoy Boundlessâ„¢ Credit Card. The offer gave new cardholders the ability to earn 100,000 Bonus Points after spending $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. It was Marriott's biggest welcome offer ever for the card and disappeared as quickly a...

Get ready to rock with a new look at id Software's latest game.What you need to knowDoom Eternal is getting a new trailer tomorrow.Doom Eternal was originally set to release back in November 2019. Doom Eternal is now set to release on March 20. You can preorder Doom Eternal on PlayStation 4 for $60 from Amazon.Bethesda announced today that a new trailer for Doom Eternal is coming tomorrow. While we don't know exactly what the trailer will entail, it's a safe guess that we'll get another look at the campaign mode, where players will hack through the Hordes of Hell, on Earth and elsewhere.Official Trailer 2 for DOOM Eternal arrives tomorrow at 12:30pm ET.The countdown begins tomorrow at 11am ET: https://t.co/HUhnayk1M1 pic.twitter.com/G7z6NOKWgO— Bethesda (@bethesda) January 13, 2020The new trailer is coming at 12:30 p.m. ET. You can tune into the Bethesda Twitch channel before then, as a countdown will start at 11:00 a.m. ET. We'll be sure to update this when the tr...

Can't wait for the S20? You can make your phone look like one right now.What you need to knowThe Samsung Galaxy S20 wallpapers have leaked online.You can download them in full resolution and apply them to your current devices.They may hint at the color choices of the S20.The Samsung Galaxy S20 is out in a few weeks, but you can give your older flagship a taste of the upcoming one with the latest wallpaper leaks. XDA Developers has managed to extract and export the built-in wallpapers of the Galaxy S20 to the public.As these are simply images and not live wallpapers or similar like with last year's Pixel 4 release, you can just download them and apply them to your phone as you would any other.As per XDA, here are four of the eight leaked wallpapers showing off all the color choices: Aside from providing you with fancy new wallpapers, the images do hint at Samsung's color choices for the S20. There are four colors, possibly telling us the four S20 launch colors. B...

The new name reveals some important details about the new service's scope and purpose.What you need to knowGoogle has renamed Fast Share to Nearby Share, a name that better fits the upcoming service's purpose and scope.Nearby Share is similar to Apple's AirDrop in that it provides a simple way for users to share information between nearby devices. There's no launch date for the service, and it's not yet known how Google plans to deliver this new feature to phones.Sharing on Android has always been a bit of a mixed bag. While sharing information between apps has always been done better in Android than in other mobile operating systems, sharing between devices has always been a bit of a pain in the butt. Google's new Nearby Share service, which was once called Fast Share as recently as November, aims to finally fix what's been missing in Android for a very long time. Users aren't the only ones that have been clamoring for an AirDrop-like feature for a long time either; OPPO, ...

The S10 was incredible. Here's what Samsung's doing to improve for 2020.Samsung's Galaxy S series is always one of the most anticipated smartphone releases year after year. Following a modest upgrade with the S9 series, 2019's Galaxy S10 lineup shook things up with an all-new Infinity-O design for the display, triple rear cameras, and even a third "budget" model.In the coming months, it'll be time for Samsung to take the wraps off of the Galaxy S20 (Samsung's expected to ditch the S11 name). The phone has big shoes to fill, but knowing Samsung, it'll be up to the task.Without further ado, here's everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy S20!There will probably be three versionsThe S20's design has been revealedHere are the specs we're anticipatingExpect a high priceIt'll be announced on February 11Don't count out the Galaxy S10 just yetFlagship in every waySamsung Galaxy S10From $900 at SamsungSamsung's 2019 flagship is still worth a look.The Galaxy S...

If you've been thinking of getting a Smart TV, you may be a bit overwhelmed by all the options. The TCL Class 6 Smart TV is the best option, with Roku built-in and a beautiful 4K display. The QLED technology also brings out the beauty of every color on the screen so you can get the best picture possible.Best Overall: TCL Class 6 Smart TVTCL makes great TVs, and the Class 6 Smart TV is no exception. It uses QLED color technology to bring out the brightest colors while creating a lifelike picture. Combine that with the 4K display, and you'll get to enjoy the best picture possible. This TV comes in both 55-inch and 65-inch models, which are both great sizes for a smart TV. As for ports, you can be sure you'll be plugged in with four HDMI ports, a USB media port, RF, Composite, headphone jack, optical audio out port, and an Ethernet port.Roku is automatically included in this TV, along with other TCL smart TVs, so you will get access to plenty of streaming options. There are pres...

Samsung's next flagship is adding in everything plus the kitchen sink.What you need to knowDetailed specs of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G have leaked, confirming up to 16GB of RAM, 1TB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery.Camera software features have also leaked from the S20+, revealing 8K capture and the return of the Pro video mode.Samsung's multi-camera layout is also confirmed to be returning. Samsung's Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G is just weeks from launch, so naturally, the leak floodgates have opened, detailing almost every aspect of the phone.First off, more detailed S20 Ultra specs made their way around the internet today. Aside from the 108MP camera which we already heard about, the device will also ship with up to 16GB of RAM, 1TB of storage, and a 5000 mAh battery.Confirmations for the Galaxy S20 Series! The S20 Ultra 5G will indeed have 108MP Main Camera with Periscope Camera that will allow up to astonishing 100X of Hybrid Zoom. S20 and S20+ will continue with 12...

Now that we're a few years into manufacturers releasing smartphones without headphone jacks, it's becoming more common for users to own smartphones that no longer have the 3.5mm headphone jack. If you're on a tight budget, the Mpow H5 is your best bet if you're looking for a great all-around Bluetooth headphone.Best Overall: Mpow H5The Mpow H5 seemingly tick all the boxes. First and foremost, they offer great sound. The bass is thumping and has a fantastic rumble but isn't overbearing. This extends into the lower-mids and starts to taper off in the mid-mids and upper mids. And the treble is neutral, flat, and bright, giving the overall sound a dark and warm tonality. If you're a fan of bass, the H5 should be one of the first headphones you look at. The amount of bass the H5 produce is rather impressive, especially for this price. It doesn't distort or drown out the rest of the sound signature.The H5 has insane battery life with up to 30 hours on a charge, which will be more t...

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.Start the New Year with Southwest's biggest bonus ever.What you need to knowSouthwest is offering new cardholders 75,000 bonus points on select credit cards.The Rapid Rewards Plus, Rapid Rewards Premier, and Rapid Rewards Priority are all eligible.Points can be used to book flights, hotels, and help earn the coveted Companion Pass.Southwest Airlines is looking to ring in the New Year in style this year. In celebration of the new decade, the airline is offering some of the biggest welcome bonuses ever on some of its most popular credit cards.Reported by The Points Guy, Southwest is offering new cardholders 75,000 bonus points on the Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card, Southwest Rapi...

Have you ever wanted to watch your favorite YouTube channel on your Echo Show device? Perhaps you want to have a music live stream playing in the background, or maybe you're following the latest political drama on C-SPAN. You may have heard conflicting and confusing information on whether or not you could even get YouTube on an Echo Show device. While there's no official way to do it, there's an easy workaround.Products used in this guideSolid streaming machine: Amazon Echo Show 8 ($100 at Amazon)A stand-up idea: Echo Show 8 Ajdustable Stand ($25 at Amazon) How to watch YouTube on an Amazon Echo ShowThere's indeed no official YouTube support from Google for the Amazon Echo Show devices in the form of a YouTube app or skill. However, the "workaround" to watching YouTube on your Echo Show (live or not), is so easy, you probably won't know or care about the difference. I'll explain.Make sure your Echo Show device is plugged in, set up, and turned on.Ask Alexa to "open You...

The company is waiting for more powerful equipment before expanding.What you need to knowVerizon has delayed expanding its 5G Home service again.It expects to roll it out to more areas in the second half of 2020 with new high-powered equipment.The carrier hopes to have 30 million households covered with its 5G Home service in five to seven years.If you were hoping for Verizon's 5G Home service to make its way to your area soon, you could be waiting longer than you expected. The news comes after a top executive at Verizon recently spoke with Light Reading and revealed the 5G Home service won't be expanding until the second half of 2020.While that's a bummer for customers, the reason stems from Verizon waiting for new and improved equipment to be released later this year. So, even though you'll be waiting longer, at least the service should be better as a consolation.Don't get your hopes up too high, though, as this is not the first time Verizon has delayed the rollout of...

The perfect cure for a rainy day or your morning transit commute.Not everyone wants to commit hours of their day to playing games on their phones. That's why casual games exist! These games have proven wildly successful, championed by iconic mobile games such as Angry Birds and Candy Crush Saga. They're designed to be played on the go and at your own pace — as laid back or competitive as you want.Most casual games are free, offering in-app purchases and some ads. Some may cost you a dollar or two, but they're worth it. We've collected some of our favorites from the past, along with some newer games that are great to keep on your phone for a little gaming break during your day.Super Mario RunAlto's Odyssey The Battle for PolytopiaReignsTwo DotsSmash HitBlekPiano Tiles 2Candy Crush SagaFruit Ninja FreeAngry Birds 2New Words With FriendsSuper Mario RunEveryone's favorite turtle-stomping plumber is back on Android in Super Mario Run. While Super Mario Run mig...

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Best answer: Simply put, Chromecast is the consumer-facing Google branding for its streaming products, sold as standalone dongles or built into smart TVs, connected speakers, smart displays, and Android TV boxes. Google Cast is the media streaming protocol for software developers that want to to add Chromecast compatibility into apps.The best 4K dongle: Chromecast Ultra ($69 at Amazon)Chromecast is for consumers, Google Cast is for developersGoogle can be a bit confusing when it comes to branding and rebranding its different products and services. In this instance, the casting technology that developers use is called Google Cast SDK, which allows apps to connect and stream video and audio to Chromecast-enabled TVs, sound systems, or smart displays. These are referred to by Google as Cast-enabled apps and allow audio and video to be streamed over Wi-Fi to any devices connected to a Chromecast or with Chromecast built-in.When shopping for a smart TV, speakers, or a smart ...

Google Fit is a great app to track all kinds of fitness data, from the food you eat to the calories you burn to your progress over time. While it's not hard to manually write your weight and other data in Google Fit, there are some accessories to make the whole thing even easier.Best fitness smartwatchMobvoi TicWatch ProStaff pickThe TicWatch Pro is a genuinely good watch even if you don't care about fitness tracking. If you do, it's even better. There's a GPS sensor to better track your jogs, a heart-rate monitor for keeping your beats in check, and NFC so you can leave your phone at home and still use Google Pay.$250 at AmazonTipping the scaleseufy BodySense Smart ScaleYou can manually enter your weight into Google Fit, but this scale calculates much more than weight. It can estimate your body fat and water percentages, as well as your muscle mass and nine other measurement types. Since getting all that data is as easy as stepping on the scale, you get a m...