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The ability to tag someone in your photo is finally here, but Google still needs to recognize the thing you are trying to tag.What you need to knowTagging is available on any photo that Google's algorithm recognizes a face or animal.The face in the photo can be a previously cataloged person or a new face to add. As with most Google features, this is rolling out in stages.The ability to manually tag a person in Google Photos has been a long-requested feature, and it seems that we are finally being heard. Android Police reported last week that the ability to tag a person in Google Photos was available in the code for app version 4.32, and for some folks, it's available now. I happen to have the feature live on my Pixel 4 XL, and it works well.To check if you have the option on your device, simply open a photo and either pull up from the bottom of the photo or click the three dots in the upper right. If in the panel that opens up has a pencil — congrats, you can manual...

Get that refund.What you need to knowGoogle Stadia is a cloud game streaming service that launched last week.Stadia Pro members get access to Destiny 2 and Samurai Shodown already. On December 1, they'll gain access to Farming Simulator 19 and Tomb Raider. If you already bought the December games, Google will give you a refund. Yesterday, Google Stadia announced that in December 2019, Stadia Pro subscribers — everyone at the moment — will gain access to Farming Simulator 19 and Tomb Raider as part of their subscription. This works similar to the way Xbox Live Games with Gold works on Xbox One. If you're an active member, you can keep on playing the titles, but once you stop paying for the service, you lose access to these "free" games.If you were one of the people who bought Farming Simulator 19 and Tomb Raider in the past few days, and just realized that you get them for free in December, Google will give you a refund for both. Just reach out to their cust...

Garage doors are dumb. They open and close and open and close and... you get the idea. But they're also essential to keeping your car (or junk) safe, and with the advent of smart garage door openers, they become even more useful. Not only can you open and close the door remotely (shoot, I left it open and I'm already at work!) but you can let delivery people into a neutral spot without worrying that they're going to have access to the rest of the house.For Black Friday, we've rounded up some of the best smart garage door opener deals, so you can experience the freedom of remote opening yourself.Best Black Friday smart garage door opener dealsChamberlain MyQ Smart Garage Door OpenerThe Chamberlain MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener has everything you'd want in an automated entry device, including a great app, simple setup, guest access, and smart notifications. Plus, this model is compatible with Amazon's Key delivery service, and offers FREE in garage delivery! Unfortunately, it is n...

Alexa goes emo.What you need to knowAlexa can now express emotions such as excitement and disappointment.Amazon is using neural networks to make Alexa sound more human.The feature will be used in Alexa games and sports reporting.Amazon just announced a new feature that it hopes will make us all more willing to invite Alexa into our everyday lives, and that is the ability to express certain emotions depending on specific interactions. Amazon is utilizing a Neural text-to-speech (NTTS) system that it claims is able to make the smart voice assistant's responses sound more natural than a pre-recorded audio snippet.There are six different emotions available to developers right now, including low, medium, and high variants of excited and disappointed responses. Amazon envisions these tones being used in Alexa games, as well as in response to requests for details about the news or scores from your favorite sports team.Here's a short example of one of Alexa's new emotional resp...

Let's call a spade a spade. Sonos speakers can be costly, especially when it comes to multi-room setup. With Sonos One speakers priced around $200 each, it would be a fair assessment in saying that a multi-room setup is too rich for most people's blood. What if there was a more cost-effective option for setting up multi-room audio? Enter Amazon Echo speakers. In combination with the Amazon Alexa application, setting up multi-room audio can be achieved affordably. Let us show you how.Products used in this guideBest beat for the bucks: Amazon Echo (3rd Gen) ($100 at Amazon)Unlimited Music: Amazon Music Unlimited (From $8 per month at Amazon)How to set up multi-room audio with Amazon EchoIn your Alexa App, tap Devices in the lower right corner of your screen.Tap the + icon in the upper right corner of the screen.Select Add Multi-Room Music Speakers in the pop-up menuTap ContinueSelect a group name or type in a custom name.Tap Next.Select the speakers you want for mul...

Save yourself the hassle and get a robot vacuum that actually does an amazing job of keeping your house clean whether it's sucking up dust, debris, or pet hair.Let's get real here folks. I've been hearing people talk about Roomba robot vacuums since I was a little kid. Like how Kleenex is synonymous with tissue paper, Roomba has equally become the household name for any robot vacuum. But should it be? I'm not against Roomba, they create a host of good products. However, they also charge more than many other robot vacuum companies. If you're looking for a powerful robot maid that can help you clean your floors and has several smart convenience features while still being reasonably priced, you should really check out Roborock's line.I absolutely love Roborock and use these vacuums in my home. The company creates powerful devices that do an amazing job of sucking up everything from dust to pet fur. Not only have I tested robot vacuums on both my hardwood flooring and my medium-pile ...

Black Friday deals are coming in thick and fast. We will be rounding up all of our favorites right here throughout the next week, so be sure to keep an eye on this page for new deals as they become available.Newest DealsAmazon DevicesTVsPCs, Laptops & Office electronicsSmartphonesAudio & HeadphonesCameras, Wearables & AccessoriesGamingMovies & BooksToysHome Improvement and DIYKitchenFashionPersonal CareKidsThis year's top picksLast year's top-seller, Echo Dot, has already had its price cut to just £22 making it cheaper to add Alexa to (more) rooms in your house. Many other Amazon devices followed suit, like the Fire tablets and Kindle New Kindle Paperwhite, too.There are plenty of deals to be had on third-party products too, with some of the best listed below.Newest DealsBlack Friday will bring with it a ton of deals. It's going to be hard to keep up with everything that drops in price, but we will do our best to bring you the latest de...

Wish you could learn more about where you come from? Or maybe you'd like to know more about your medical and physical genetic traits? Do you also want to combine this information into a unique piece of art formed from the information contained within your DNA? Of course you do. Who wouldn't? Well, now you can get all that and more for 40% off thanks to Black Friday! Participate in The Human Art Project from Nebula Genomics for $99.99 from a regular price of $164.The way this deal works is you will get a DNA sequencing kit in the mail. This is the "spit kit" where it collects a spit sample containing your DNA. Then you ship it back to Nebula using the pre-paid shipping label. After a few weeks of analysis (and these do tend to take longer during the holidays when lots of orders come in), you'll get a bunch of reports detailing your ancestry, physical traits, and more. You'll also be able to choose from a selection of custom art built using your unique genome.The reports you get wi...

Best answer: You can buy the Samsung Galaxy Watch Charger from Samsung's official website. While the Galaxy Watch charges using Qi technology, not every Qi charger will work with it. Therefore, it's best to stick to Samsung's official charger.Charging dock: Galaxy Watch Wireless Charging Dock ($40 at Samsung)Wall adapter: Adaptive Fast Charging Wall Charger ($30 at Samsung)Charger duo: Samsung Wireless Charger Duo ($100 at Samsung)Keep it officialWhen it comes to essential accessories like chargers, it's always best to get them from the source. The official Samsung Galaxy Watch Charger is available for purchase on Samsung's website. While the Galaxy Watch does indeed use Qi charging, the watch's charging coils are much smaller than most Qi charging pads. This means that attempting to charge it with a random Qi charger isn't guaranteed to work. Even some of Samsung's phone-sized Qi pads aren't quite compatible with the Galaxy Watch, so be careful in your selection.What els...

Going forward, Google says it will share more technical details about the threats it detects and how they are countered.What you need to knowGoogle has revealed that its Threat Analysis Group (TAG) sent more than 12,000 warnings related to users being targeted by government-backed attackers between July to September 2019.The Threat Analysis Group has been in existence for over a decade and is involved in detecting and defeating threats from government-backed hacking. TAG currently tracks more than 270 government-backed hacking groups from 50 different countries. Google's Threat Analysis Group (TAG) has been detecting and countering government-backed hacking against its users for over a decade now. As per a blog post by Shane Huntley from the Threat Analysis Group, it sent out over 12,000 warnings to users in 149 countries about government-backed hacking attempts from July to September this year.More than 90 percent of the users were apparently targeted via "credential ph...

Now's the best time to add the Razer Phone 2 to your gaming collection!If you're a hardcore fan of mobile gaming, chances are you've already been eyeing the gaming smartphones that have rolled out over the past couple of years. One of the coolest phones I had the privilege of reviewing was the Razer Phone 2, a phone designed for gaming and entertainment with a 120Hz refresh rate and massive front-facing speakers.While it was admittedly a hard sell at $800 compared to other phones in that bracket, the price has steadily dropped. This Black Friday has seen the price drop even further to just $300, or $400 bundled with Razer's new Junglecat controller, which essentially turns the phone into a Nintendo Switch with LTE connectivity.Stand out from the crowdRazer Phone 2$300 at Amazon $425 at WalmartA flagship built for gaming and entertainment.The Razer Phone 2 offers a phone design and features that you won't find many other smartphones: big front-facing speakers, a displa...

Whoever decided this needed to be shipped in its current form shouldn't have a job anymore.Back in October of this year, Red Dead Redemption 2 was released to the world. Highly anticipated doesn't adequately describe how excited millions of people were to play this game. Every aspect of this epic Western had been hyped to death, such that it seemed impossible the game would live up to the anticipation and excitement. The size and scale of the open-world alone made me want to play, and weird details like horse balls actually shrinking when it was cold let me know this was going to be a ridiculous adventure across my friend groups for months.I picked up a physical copy of the game on Xbox One at Best Buy on launch day, sat down on my couch, and got ready to kill a weekend in the wild west. Even though I had physically inserted a disc into my Project Scorpio Edition Xbox One X, the install time for the game was still 86 minutes. Twenty minutes before the game finished installing, a ...

Ecobee is now on a 5th generation of smart thermostat. The company has been doing this for so long, you've got to be asking yourself "Why don't I have one of these yet?" Well, Black Friday is your chance to change that. Ecobee is discounting the newest SmartThermostat and the Ecobee3 Lite. Grab the first for $199, $50 off its regular price, and grab the second for $139, $30 off what it normally sells for. This is only the second time we've seen the SmartThermostat go on sale since it was released earlier this year, and the Ecobee3 Lite's deal price is the lowest it has gone since May. You can also find these prices at Best Buy.What are the differences between these two devices? Well, the Ecobee3 Lite is a couple generations behind, but more than that it's designed to be an entry-level thermostat with only the most basic of features. If money is an issue or you're worried a new smart thermostat might be too technical or complicated for you, the Ecobee3 Lite is the one you want. In o...

The iPhone 11 has a lot to offer in areas where Android phones continue to struggle.Aside from a cursory interest in the iOS ecosystem, I haven't cared much for iPhones over the years. The last iPhone I used with any regularity was the iPhone 6 Plus, and even then, it ended up being a secondary phone. Since then, I've used over a hundred Android phones, from $100 budget models to the best that Samsung, Google, and Huawei have to offer.I like using Android phones because of the sheer variety of options available from a hardware point of view — Xiaomi's 108MP Mi Note 10 is a perfect illustration of this. From bezel-less designs to RGB lighting and exciting gradient finishes, Android is what it is today because of its diversity.The iPhone looks boring by comparison: the notch hasn't changed in two years, the design at the back is far from enticing, and Apple hasn't switched to USB-C on its phones yet. But as I found out in the month that I used the iPhone 11, it gets a lot o...

If you recently upgraded to the new Galaxy Watch Active 2, you're probably eager to get a stylish, comfortable band to go with it. We know how important it is to find a match for your needs. You want to be happy with all aspects of your investment, after all. Both the 40mm and 44mm version of the Galaxy Watch Active 2 are compatible with 20mm interchangeable bands, so it'll be easy to find your favorite.Waterproof permeabilitySycreek Silicone Watch BandStaff pickThis band from Sycreek is made with high-quality silicone that's waterproof and anti-sweat, so it'll be suitable for all your workouts, even swimming. It's also the perfect band for those who prefer the pin-and-tuck design over a traditional bulky watch buckle.$6 at AmazonUltra-soft durabilityFullmosa Silicone Rubber Watch BandThis waterproof, non-toxic, wear-resistant silicone band comes in eight vibrant color options. It's a nice alternative if you're not a fan of the air hole design. You'll love t...

Google Duo is testing a bottom bar navigation style for its video calling app and adding some fun new effects.What you need to knowThe change appears to be a server-side switch for app version 67.The current layout has the navigation buttons and options on the left side of the screen.Scooby-doo is getting three new effects in Duo to help promote the upcoming 2020 movie.The possibly underused but well-liked video calling app from Google, Duo, is getting some interface tweaks. It seems that in app version 67, Android Police found that Google is moving some of the navigation and call options buttons from along the left side of the screen to the bottom. This is a welcome change as phones continue to grow taller, causing it to be more and more challenging to reach those top buttons. In typical Google fashion, it's unclear if these changes are just in testing for a few folks or in a slow rollout to the masses. In a slightly more exciting update, Google has added a fun new eff...

The AirPods Pro and Jabra Elite 75t are both excellent earbuds. Which is better is totally dependent on your needs.Jabra Elite 75tAlmost perfect$180 at AmazonProsUSB-C for chargingSuperb comfortAndroid and iOS companion appExcellent, bass heavy soundIP55 water and dust resistantConsAmbient sound mode has a small hissCan be overly bassy for someSingle bud only available on right budThe Jabra Elite 75t is the de-facto choice when compared to AirPods Pro, especially if you're pairing to an Android device. They feature great customizability, IP55 water resistance, excellent comfort, and longer battery life.AirPods ProIt just works$235 at AmazonProsEasy pairing for iOS devicesSuper ANC performanceSound is neutral but lacklusterQi Wireless ChargingIPX4 water resistantConsBattery life could be betterLightning for wired chargingNo customizability on AndroidThe AirPods Pro are an obvious choice when paired to an Apple device, but is much...

The X30 series is expected to offer 5x optical zoom, similar to phones like the Huawei P30 Pro and OPPO Reno 10x Zoom.What you need to knowVivo has released a new video on Weibo teasing the impressive zoom capabilities of its upcoming X30 series phones.The two smartphones will offer up to 60x zoom, matching the OPPO Reno 10x Zoom. Both the X30 and X30 Pro are expected to have dual-mode 5G support and will be powered by Samsung's Exynos 980 chipset. Popular Chinese Android OEM Vivo will be expanding its 5G smartphone lineup next month with the launch of two new X30 series phones. Ahead of their debut in China, Vivo has released a new teaser video highlighting the capabilities of the "Super Telephoto Periscope" lens that the two phones will feature.The teaser video posted on Weibo shows off one of the headline features of the X30 series: 60x zoom. Currently, the only smartphone to offer 60x zoom is the OPPO Reno 10x Zoom, which uses a 13MP periscope lens. Vivo's X30 and X...

We know, Black Friday deals deals have been in motion for a while, but over the past few days the floodgates have opened, and the deals just won't stop. There are so many awesome deals out there that it's currently hard to keep up with them, honestly. We want to make sure that is not a problem for you though, so we've gone through everything available, and rounded up the absolute best deals that you simply can not miss out on.To save you a bit of time, we've rounded up all the biggest and best deals in one place, and there are more than 100 deals listed below. Finding a deal won't be hard this year, but making sure you find the right one may. We've highlighted some of the absolute must-haves, and then listed a ton more.We've double checked pricing on all of them to ensure these are really Black Friday prices and that you can buy them with confidence. These early deals will save you some time during the event later this week, so be sure to grab them now instead of waiting.Smarte...

Best answer: Disney Plus (Disney+) has licensing and exclusivity agreements that prevent some films from being streamed on Disney+ for a few more months. The films have listings in Disney+ now so that you can add them to your Watchlist and be notified when they're available.Great and growing collection: Disney+ ($7/month at Disney)Why can't I watch it now? Blame the lawyersDisney + has been a long time coming, but, unfortunately, streaming rights and exclusivity contracts are worked out many, many years at a time. So while Disney has been preparing for this service for four years, that isn't enough time to get the rights back for everything just yet. In some cases, Disney could negotiate changes so that recent Marvel and Disney movies could still stream on Disney+, while other services still have licensing agreements in place — this is why we have 16 MCU movies on Disney+ right now instead of the four that were originally slated to be on the service at launch.In other a...

The roadmap suggests Samsung will not update any of its phones to Android 10 this year.What you need to knowSamsung Israel has shared the company's Android 10 update roadmap.As per the roadmap, Samsung will begin rolling out the Android 10 update for its latest flagship phones in January. Along with the Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series, the Galaxy Note 9 will also receive the Android 10 update in January.Google had recently claimed that several Android OEMs, including Samsung, would roll out Android 10 updates for their phones before the end of 2019. However, an update roadmap shared by Samsung Israel (via SamMobile) on the Samsung Members app suggests the company will begin pushing the stable Android 10 update for its smartphones only by early next year.According to the roadmap, Samsung will begin pushing the Android 10 update for the Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series smartphones in January. The Galaxy Note 9 will be the only 2018 Samsung flagship to receive the update in the...

History seems to be repeating itself.This is one of those "is it this way for everyone, or just me?" problems that I didn't think was a thing until I asked around. Our own Harish Jonnalagadda noticed that his Pixel 4 XL's oleophobic coating was all but gone in the bottom third of the screen with just a couple weeks of light use. I felt vindicated because I'd been observing my own Pixel 4 XL's screen retaining a ton of fingerprint smudges compared to all of my other phones. No, I wasn't crazy; and I wasn't alone in dealing with wiping off my Pixel's screen more often than any other phone I've used ... since the Pixel 3. Nope, it's not just you: the Pixel 4 seemingly has the same bad oleophobic coating.As a quick reminder, an oleophobic coating is a layer added to most touchscreen devices that helps it repel oils (technically the coating is usually lipophobic and hydrophobic). It's the property that helps you use your phone all day, touching it with your naturally oily fingers...

Black Friday may not be here yet, but the deals are already flowing in Australia. We will be rounding up all of our favorites right here throughout the week, so be sure to keep an eye on this page for new deals as they become available.Newest DealsAmazon DevicesTVsPCs, Laptops & Office electronicsSmartphonesHeadphones & speakersGamingCameras, Wearables & AccessoriesHome, Kitchen & OutdoorsThis year's top picksLast year's top-seller, Echo Dot, has already had its price cut to $39.99 making it cheaper to add Alexa to (more) rooms in your house. Many other Amazon devices followed suit, like the Ring Doorbells and Ring Security Cameras, too.There are plenty of deals to be had on third-party products too, with some of the best listed below.Newest DealsBlack Friday will bring with it a ton of deals. It's going to be hard to keep up with everything that drops in price, but we will do our best to bring you the latest deals you won't want to miss out on. Th...

The player base is going to jump.What you need to knowGoogle Stadia is a game streaming service that launched last week.The Buddy Pass allows you to give a friend a 3-month free trial of the service. Those who preordered the Founder's Edition can send out Buddy Passes now. Just head over to the Stadia app on Android or iOS and tap the envelope at the top. When Google Stadia launched, the company promised that the Buddy Pass — a 3-month Stadia Pro free trial for a friend — would be available soon. Well, it's been a week and the Buddy Pass trials are going out to those who preordered the Founder's Edition. If you open the Stadia app on your Android or iOS device, you'll notice that the theater tickets on the top left corner have morphed into an envelope.If you click on the envelope, it'll ask you to message a friend with the Stadia Pro trial. Just send the message and they'll be prompted to install the Stadia app and redeem the code. Just in case the message ...

Best answer: Disney+ is available to watch right from your tablet, provided it's an Android tablet or iPad. You can also watch using a bunch of other devices, including your Android phone.All the Disney you can watch: Disney+ (From $7/mo. at Disney+)Disney goes mobileThere are tons of awesome movies and plenty of TV shows on Disney Plus (Disney+). This means that you may be tempted to check out your favorite new releases on long train commutes, or to keep the kids occupied during long car rides.Thankfully, Disney+ is available on a wide variety of devices, which includes both Android tablets and iPads. Not every tablet supports the Disney+ Android app and iOS app, but the requirements are pretty lenient:Disney+ is supported on Android 5.0 (Lollipop) and later.Disney+ is supported on iOS 11.0 and later.The benefit of watching Disney+ on a tablet is that your can download videos for offline playback, which you should absolutely do so that you have what I like to call "...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Best answer: Yes, Disney has an agreement with Samsung to distribute Disney Plus (Disney+) on its smart TVs on models running Samsung's Tizen OS all the way from 2016 to its latest TVs. For TVs that are not, there's always the Chromecast.Marvel on demand: Disney+ ($7/month at Disney+)Cast away: Chromecast ($35 at Amazon)Disney+ is finally here!Disney+ is now available in many places and platforms, including on most newer model Samsung TVs. Basically, if you have a Samsung TV from 2016 or newer that is running Samsung's Tizen OS, then you should be able to download the Disney+ app and watch it natively.This is great news for users who have a relatively recent Samsung TV, as being able to watch natively offers a great experience and means you won't have to go digging through a secondary console device or use your phone as a remote while Chromecasting them.What's it like watching Disney+ on a Samsung TV?Samsung smart TVs use Tizen, which is an operating system built by Sa...

We know, Black Friday deals deals have been in motion for a while, but over the past few days the floodgates have opened, and the deals just won't stop. There are so many awesome deals out there that it's currently hard to keep up with them, honestly. We want to make sure that is not a problem for you though, so we've gone through everything available, and rounded up the absolute best deals that you simply can not miss out on.This isn't a huge list, but odds are you should buy one of everything on it. Whether it's stuff you need for yourself, or something to give as a gift, here are our favorite Black Friday deals that are available right now. We've double checked pricing on all of them to ensure these are really Black Friday prices and that you can buy them with confidence. These early deals will save you some time during the event later this week, so be sure to grab them now instead of waiting.Apple's latest drops in priceThe new 10.2-inch iPad was only just released back in ...

There’s never been a better time to work in IT. Companies ranging from small startups to Fortune 500 conglomerates and spanning all industries are scrambling to hire talented and trained professionals who can install, maintain and troubleshoot networks, and they’re paying these pros handsomely for their services.But if you want to land the best careers in the field you need to have the right training under your belt. The Complete 2019 CompTIA Certification Training Bundle will help you earn some of the most valuable certifications in the field, and it’s available for just $58.65 when you enter the coupon code BFSAVE15 at checkout.With 12 courses and over 200 hours of training, this in-depth bundle will help you earn some of the most relied-upon and in-demand certifications in IT.You’ll learn how to install servers, set up firewalls, anticipate threats to networks, troubleshoot a wide variety of IT problems, implement cloud computing elements and muc...

Is your furnace ready for a smart thermostat? Let's find out.Of all the smart home gadgets that have emerged over the last few years, one of the most noteworthy has been smart thermostats. The thermostat has never been a particularly exciting part of any home, but the rise of smart ones has changed that.With a smart thermostat, you can change the temperature using an app on your phone, control the thermostat remotely from anywhere in the world, and potentially save quite a bit of money on your monthly energy bill.Black Friday is one of the best times to finally jump on the smart thermostat game thanks to the endless sea of deals that are available, but before you go ahead and do that, it's important you check that your house or apartment's furnace is compatible with the thermostat you're planning to buy.Use a compatibility checkerGoogle Nest and Ecobee are two of the most popular smart thermostat brands, and both offer interactive compatibility checkers on their respectiv...

Get ready for a hefty 3.9GB download.Here's something that's sure to get Android racing fans all revved up: GRID Autosport is finally out on Android and available as a premium download from the Google Play Store. After months of multiplayer beta-testing and two years after its initial mobile release on iOS, this AAA racing title developed by Feral Interactive is finally available, in its entirety, for Android gamers to enjoy with no micro-transactions or distracting ads. You can download it now for just $10.GRID Autosport aims to bring a console-quality racing game to Android with no compromises in terms of graphics or gameplay. From my experience playing the multiplayer beta, the game sports some of the best-rendered graphics and textures that I've seen from a mobile game. The physics engine is dynamic and you'll see real-time damage on your vehicle as you swap paint with opponents in the corners.There are over 100 cars to drive and an equal number of tracks to race across...

These are some great games.What you need to knowGoogle Stadia is a cloud game streaming service that launched last week.Stadia Pro members get access to Destiny 2 and Samurai Shodown already. On December 1, they'll gain access to Farming Simulator 19 and Tomb Raider. You need an active Stadia Pro subscription to keep on playing these titles. Google Stadia is a game streaming service that launched last week. It includes a number of great games, but Staida Pro subscribers — everyone playing Stadia at the moment — gain access to Farming Simulator 19 and Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition in December. According to Google, starting at 12 PM EST on December 1, gamers will also be able to claim both games through the mobile app.Farming Simulator 19 may sound like a strange choice, but it's quite popular among millions of gamers. Its focus on realism and the fact that it has real-life vehicles makes it a hit. If you want a relaxing game that still requires a lot of th...

Honor is releasing its MagicWatch 2 in four color options and two case sizes.What you need to knowThere will be a 42mm and 46mm case options.It will run the same Kirin A1 chipset as the Huawei Watch GT2 previously released. The MagicWatch 2 will be released on Dec 12 for €179 for the smaller case and €189 for the larger.Just in time for holidays, Honor is releasing its MagicWatch 2. The LiteOS device will be available in two case sizes — 42mm and 46mm — along with four color choices. The smaller watch will come in Agate Black and Sakura Gold, while the larger case will have Charcoal Black and Flax Brown to pick from. Both watch sizes are getting an AMOLED display with the 46mm packing 454 x 454 pixels and the 42mm getting 390 x 390 pixels. Being a sub-brand of Huawei, it's understandable that the MagicWatch 2 would get the same Kirin A1 that is being used in Huawei's Watch GT 2. Honor has also included 5ATM water resistance to go along with 14 days...

The final letter!With a brand new season of Fortnite comes brand new challenges, and Chapter 2 has once again changed up the way players will be taking them on. For the recent Dive! set of missions, one of the challenges for this week will have you scouring one of the game's new loading screens for a hidden letter, and making your way to it in the game. This one can be tough if you don't know where to look, but thankfully we've found where to go, so you don't have to.Knowing the challengeFirst and foremost, this challenge won't be live until Thursday, Nov. 28, at 9:30 a.m. EST. After that time, you'll be able to jump in and tackle it, but just know that it won't be live until the weekly missions go live in Fortnite.Secondly, you'll only be able to do this challenge once you've completed eight of the Dive! missions, which is when you unlock the loading screen.This week's loading screen features a boat chase that seems to be taking place at the hydro dam in Fortnite. If you l...

The latest challenges leaked ahead of the weekly update.Fortnite Chapter 2 is officially here, and with it comes a significant change to the way players will be leveling up their Battle Pass. While Missions will still be in the game, players will no longer be competing for Battle Stars. Instead, the goal is to get normal XP. With a larger focus on XP and less grinding, players should be able to level up their Battle Pass even faster, earning a variety of rewards on the way.Unlike Season X's mission setup, there will be no time prestige missions, and the focal point is to simply complete tasks as you play the game. Instead of having to complete the same mission with added difficulty, now you'll just be unlocking new missions as you complete the ones already available to you. The eighth week of Fortnite Chapter 2 isn't live until Thursday morning, but that didn't stop the missions for the week leaking a bit early.Twitter user iFireMonkey — who is well-known for datamining...

Black Friday deals are coming in thick and fast. We will be rounding up all of our favorites right here throughout the next week, so be sure to keep an eye on this page for new deals as they become available.Newest DealsAmazon DevicesTVsPCs, Laptops & Office electronicsSmartphonesAudio & HeadphonesCameras, Wearables & AccessoriesGamingMovies & BooksToysHome Improvement and DIYKitchenFashionPersonal CareKidsThis year's top picksLast year's top-seller, Echo Dot, has already had its price cut to just £22 making it cheaper to add Alexa to (more) rooms in your house. Many other Amazon devices followed suit, like the Fire tablets and Kindle New Kindle Paperwhite, too.There are plenty of deals to be had on third-party products too, with some of the best listed below.Newest DealsBlack Friday will bring with it a ton of deals. It's going to be hard to keep up with everything that drops in price, but we will do our best to bring you the latest de...

On Black Friday, you can score tickets to your favorite events for up to 18 percent off. Vivid Seats' Black Friday deal runs on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 only and covers sports, concerts, and theater events.Live events on the cheapVivid Seats Black Friday SaleSee at Vivid SeatsSee your favorites in personFrom live sporting events and concerts to Broadway theater, Vivid Seats is the place to go for ticket discounts.You can soon score discounts on your favorite live events through Vivid Seats. On Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 only, the online reseller is offering 10 percent off all purchases made through the Vivid Seats app and website. An additional 8 percent off is available through in-app rewards through the Vivid Seats Rewards loyalty program. The maximum discount you can receive is $30 and doesn't apply to service fees and shipping costs.First announced in August, the rewards program lets you earn credit on future purchases. Th...

These robot vacuums will clean your floors for less money, but which is best?Efficiency is kingRoborock S4$399 at AmazonProsWashable filterMain brush is easier to clean hair out ofPer-room and zone cleaningReal-time locationFour suction levelsPowerful drivetrain keeps it from getting stuck150-minute battery lifeConsRound shape can be less effective in cornersNo Apple integrationThe Roborock S4 is the first robot vacuum Roborock is shipping without a mopping attachment, but the laser-focus on vacuuming performance makes up for the lack of a mop. With a powerful new drivetrain to help it get out of difficult places and 150-minute battery life, the Roborock S4 is ready to clean your entire home without issue and, thanks to Roborock's advanced navigation, without getting lost.Love the shapeNeato Robotics Botvac D4$529 at AmazonProsD-shape can be better for corner cleaningExtra care navigation can be easier on furnitureUltra-wide main roll...

Read this to avoid headaches on Christmas morning.Black Friday savings have arrived, slashing prices on everything from TVs to toasters. There's a heap of deals out there for just about every product you can imagine, and unsurprisingly, a lot of folks take advantage of these discounts to pick up a new smartphone for either themselves or a loved one.Buying a phone during Black Friday is a smart move, but before you go ahead and click that "buy now" button, there's something you should know. Even if you find a deal that's too good to pass up, all of those savings will be for naught if the phone ends up not being compatible with your carrier of choice — specifically if you use Sprint or Verizon.To avoid those potential headaches, here's are a few tips on what you should know before picking up a discounted phone this Black Friday.Not every unlocked phone works on Sprint and VerizonWhen buying a phone from a website like Amazon or B&H, the device is "unlocked." In ot...

The number of smartwatches and fitness trackers out there in the market today is overwhelming, but there's light at the end of the tunnel: just about all of them, in every category, are discounted for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.There are many different kinds of smart wearables and brands to consider, so we've broken down some of the top questions we get about smartwatches and fitness trackers and have rounded up some of the best deals available right now. You're bound to find a great deal!What's the difference between a smartwatch and a fitness tracker?It may seem self-explanatory, but the differences between smartwatches and fitness trackers have been blurring lately as the product categories slowly merge together. You have full-featured smartwatches that are coming down in price to levels where fitness trackers have flourished, and you have fitness trackers whose capabilities are growing to include ever more smart features.In addition to their ability to run more complex...

There is also a new battery meter for the charging case in the app.What you need to knowSony is rolling out version 2.0.2 of its firmware for the WF-1000XM3 true wireless headphones with some big improvements.The new firmware adds Amazon Alexa, a battery meter for the charging case, and the ability to control the volume using the touch-sensitive buttons.The firmware should update automatically after connecting the buds to your device and opening the app.The Sony WF-1000XM3 true wireless headphones are some of the best you can buy on the market. They have incredible sound, a long-lasting battery, and best of all, Sony's class-leading active noise canceling technology.Even our own head audiophile Daniel Bader praised the WF-1000XM3 in his review and recommended you buy them, despite the monstrous oversized charging case and lack of sweat resistance. While Sony can't do anything about the case or water resistance after the fact, that doesn't mean it isn't making the WF-1000X...

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 S11. The S11 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 S11!There will probably be three versionsThe S11's design has been revealedHere are the specs we're anticipatingExpect a high priceIt should be announced in early 2020Don'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 S11 is bound to be a great phone, but if you ...

These smartphones are normally expensive, so why not save for an incredible device?We've seen a lot of great new phones come out of 2019, and even some unique new form factors, but few releases this year have been more universally recommendable than Samsung's flagships. The Galaxy S10 was one of the first phones to introduce the Snapdragon 855, along with Samsung's One UI out of the box, and the Note 10 brought a more refined design and an improved S Pen stylus. The S10 and Note 10 are some of the most well-rounded phones of the year.Black Friday is more or less a month-long event at this point, and Samsung is participating with some great deals on every flavor of S10 and Note 10. Whether you prefer larger or smaller phones, or if you want to splurge on some extra storage, this is the perfect opportunity to save hundreds of dollars and get an incredible device.I've spent more time with the Galaxy Note 10 than almost any other phone this year, partially because I love its r...

Google Stadia gets another game.What you need to knowSpitlings is a co-op multiplayer arcade game coming to Google Stadia first.It appears to be a timed exclusive. The game focuses on popping bubbles with spit. It's unclear what other platforms the title will eventually land on. Last week, Google Stadia finally became available to gamers in the United States and other countries. While the title has two exclusive titles, Gylt and Kine, it looks like another timed exclusive is coming to the service soon. Today, HandyGames announced that it's co-op multiplayer arcade game, Spitlings, is coming to Stadia first.Spitlings is a multiplayer take on hardcore arcade classics. You take control of a Spitling, a charming rectangular creature with teeth it can spit and use to jump. The goal is to clear each level of all bubbles, by popping them with your spit. Unfortunately, that's where the fun ends. Even if one player fails, everyone has to start over.HandyGames claims that ...