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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 ...

The expansion includes nine new apps and 28 games in total.What you need to knowGoogle Play Pass is a subscription service for apps and games.It launched back in September, and for $5 a month, you get access to over 350 apps and games.Google has just announced 37 new titles joining the program, including the popular Cut the Rope games.Back in September Google launched a new type of subscription service called Play Pass. Unlike most other subscription services, this doesn't include movies or music. Instead, Play Pass was created to be an all you can eat buffet of apps and games for only $5 a month, including all in-app purchases and no ads.At launch, Play Pass offered access to over 350 apps and games — including big titles such as Stardew Valley, Facetune, Mini Metro, Monument Valley, Star Wars: KOTOR, and many more. Now, just in time for all your days off this holiday season, Google is announcing 37 new titles joining Play Pass. Included in this expansion are nine ...

No one wants to join a line on Thanksgiving or wade through crowds on Black Friday. That's precisely why Amazon has already kicked off its Black Friday sale which means you can snag some bargains without sacrificing family time later this week. Amazon is often the best place to buy things with stellar deals all year round, often matching or beating deals at other retailers, but it has really upped the ante with its Black Friday Week promotion. Take a look at the best of its early deals below and beat the rush this Black Friday.Of course, Amazon doesn't have physical stores (yet?), so you're at the mercy of shipping. That being said, it offers fast, free shipping on orders over $25 and Amazon Prime members get their stuff even quicker. Plus, it means you can do all of your holiday shopping from the comfort of your own home. Here are the deals you should be considering right now including many you really don't want to miss.Amazon Fire tablets - From $29.99Amazon just kicked off i...

The Samsung Galaxy S8 is getting on in years, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't protect yours for as long as you can. Whether you bought your S8 Day One or just received yours as a hand-me-down or second-hand device, you want this phone to last you as long as it can, so buy it a case that will protect it in style!Pretty and protectivei-Blason AresStaff pickWhile most multi-layer cases hide all of your phone's delicate features from view and harm, the Ares lets the beauty of your S8's glass back shine through the clear polycarbonate back, aided and complemented by bold accents like creamy pink or vivid green.From $18 at AmazonThe glass standardSpigen Liquid CrystalBest clear caseIf you want a case that will cover your glass against scuffs and scrapes while still not hiding a single inch of its beauty, Spigen's Liquid Crystal is simply the best around. I'm partial to the Liquid Crystal Glitter variant, but the regular clear case is great on its own.$11 at Amaz...

Withings has added great limited-time savings to its website in the leadup to Black Friday 2019. It has also added a great returns policy just in time for the holiday shopping season.Withings Black Friday DealsGet fit for lessSee at WithingsThe best deals of the yearFrom smartwatches to health monitors to smart scales, Withings has you covered, by offering huge discounts on its best products.Withings kicks off the holiday shopping season by offering percentage and cash savings on watches, scales, health monitors, and other accessories. The savings are active through the end of Cyber Monday, December 2.Among the sales worth checking out are $50 off the Sapphire Signature Steel HR hybrid smartwatch and 30 percent off the Body Cardio and Body+ scales. You'll also find the BPM Wi-Fi smart blood pressure monitor at 20 percent off, and 30 percent off the ThermoSmart Temporal Thermometer. Additionally, Withings Smartwatch bands are 50 percent throughout the sale.Are you...

One of the most popular security products is on sale for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The YubiKey adds physical device-empowered two-factor authentication to your computers and mobile devices with ease.Protect yourselfYubiKey Black Friday and Cyber Monday DealsSee at YubicoStrong two-factor authenticationUse the device to protect your personal and business accounts just like those at Google and Facebook.Yubico's YubiKey is a physical device you use to add digital security to your technology products, including computers and mobile devices. It goes beyond usernames and passwords to protect your devices from phishing scams and other common cyber attacks. Long a popular choice at tech companies like Google and Facebook, the YubiKey offers hardware-based, one-touch authentication.Through Cyber Monday, Yubico is offering $20 off the purchase of two YubiKey 5 Series keys, or $100 in savings when you spend $400. The promotion is only available through the Yubico website....

With all the holidays on the horizon, you're probably going to have quite a few parties and other get-togethers happening. Every good party needs music, if only to interupt your family sharing the exact same stories they've shared for the last 20 years. Grab the Sony SRS-XB32 portable Bluetooth speaker while it's on sale for $98 at Amazon. That sale price is available in black, blue, and gray. The speaker normally sells for $148 and while we have seen a couple of the colors drop in price before, we've never seen a full $50 drop across all available colors. You can also find these speakers going for $99.99 at Best Buy.The SRS-XB32 is a powerful speaker and part of a very successful lineup for Sony. The speaker uses Sony's Extra Bass tech so you can really feel that music in your gut. Plus it will stand out in a crowd thanks to the multi-colored flashing lights that beat with your tunes. The speaker can actually sync up with other speakers, up to 100 of them, and all the music and li...

The discounts are great, but there's no way Google could launch at these prices.Another year, another Pixel launch closely followed by deep Black Friday discounts on the phones, and another cycle of outcry as people complain that Google is taking advantage of early customers by launching at high prices only to discount the phones just weeks later. Pixel fans think that because Google's willing to drop discounts so quickly after launch, it'd somehow be possible for it to just start at those prices. It really, really isn't. Google probably loses money on every Pixel it sells for $200 off.The reality is that with every single Pixel 4 Google sells at $200 off, it's probably losing money. At best, it's breaking even. Sure there's a general feeling that Google's Pixels are "overpriced" for what they offer, but that doesn't mean Google's taking hundreds of dollars in profit out of every phone or that there's enough margin built in to actually manage to sell Pixels at Black Friday-l...

Chromebooks now come with a new perk.What you need to knowChromebook buyers can now get 3 months of Disney+ subscription with the purchase of a new Chromebook.The offer is valid only for consumers in the United States. Users will be able to redeem the offer by entering the discount code in the Disney+ app after they activate their new Chromebook. Ahead of Black Friday, Google has come up with a new promotion that will allow Chromebook buyers to get three free months of Disney+ subscription. As noted by the folks over at Android Police, Chromebook buyers who activate a new Chromebook between 11/25/2019 and 1/31/2020 will be eligible for the offer.While Disney+ is currently available in five countries, the offer is only valid in the U.S. In order to redeem your 3 months of Disney+ subscription, you will need to activate your new Chromebook before January 31, 2020. After activating your Chromebook, you can get the discount code from the offers page. Simply enter the code whe...

Having a smart home is awesome. With Amazon Alexa and the Echo family of devices, having a smart home has become accessible for everyone, whether you know about tech or not. You can settle for controlling one device at a time, but with Alexa Smart Device Groups, why would you? Having a Smart Device Group can help simplify tasks such as starting your day in the morning, and getting a movie night started with your family by connecting a number of your devices. Let us show you how to get your first Alexa Smart Device Group enabled.Products used in this guideSmart speaker: Amazon Echo (3rd Gen) ($100 at Amazon)Set up that Echo: Alexa App (Free at Google Play)How to set up your first Alexa Smart Device GroupOpen the Amazon Alexa application on your Android Device.Tap Devices in the lower right corner of your screen.Tap the + in the upper right corner of the Devices screen.In the pop-up menu, tap Add Group.Select or create a name for your smart device group and tap Next....

Got a dollar? Then you can get four months of Tidal.If you're looking for some high-quality music streaming, Tidal's got your number this Black Friday. New subscribers can take advantage of a deal through Dec. 3 that gets you four months of the streaming music service for just 99 cents for its "Premium" package, or $1.99 for four months of its "HiFi" service.That's a savings of nearly $40 for the Premium joint, and a whopping $80 for HiFi.Once the four-month period is up, you can continue your subscription for $10 a month for Premium, and $20 a month for HiFi. And as always, Tidal offers 50 percent discounts for students, 40 percent for military and first-responders, and family accounts of $15 a month for Premium, and $30 a month for HiFi.This one's also available in the UK — it'll run you £0.99 for Premium and £1.99 for HiFi. Same goes in the EU, with four months for €0.99 for Premium and €1.99 for HiFi.Tidal is available on pretty much any...

You could get rewards sent to you via PayPal for participating!What you need to knowFacebook has announced its new market research app, Facebook Viewpoints.The app will reward you for participating in surveys, tasks, and research.Facebook says it will use to this improve Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Portal, Oculus and the broader community.Facebook has announced the release of its brand new market research app, Facebook Viewpoints, which will reward users for taking part in its programs.According to the press release, users who participate in surveys, tasks, and research could receive financial rewards sent via Paypal for their time. The release states: Today, we're introducing Facebook Viewpoints, a new market research app that rewards people for participating in surveys, tasks, and research. We believe the best way to make products better is to get insights directly from people who use them. We'll use these insights to improve products like Facebook, Instagram, Wh...

The Assistant's Ambient Mode feature was first showcased by Google at IFA 2019 in September.What you need to knowGoogle has shown off the Assistant's new Ambient Mode feature for Android smartphones in a new video.Ambient Mode will be activated when your Android device is plugged into a charger. The feature is expected to begin rolling out next week and will be available on select Android devices from Sony, Nokia, Xiaomi, and Lenovo. Google had announced a new Ambient Mode for the Assistant at IFA this year, bringing a Smart Display-like interface to Android phones and tablets. The company has now shared a new video that shows off the feature in action. Even though Google hasn't confirmed it officially yet, some reports suggest the feature will begin rolling out to select Android devices very soon.Once enabled, the feature can transform your phone or tablet into a smart display when you plug it into a charger, similar to devices such as the Google Nest Hub. In addition to...

Devices with the new platform will hit the mass market in early 2020.What you need to knowThe new Dimensity 1000 SoC is built on a 7nm process with 4x Cortex-A77 cores and impressive specs.Integrated Sub-6 5G modem provides high speeds and power saving, with dual-SIM and carrier aggregation.Devices with the Dimensity 1000 will begin hitting the market in late 2019, with wide rollout through 2020.MediaTek is debuting its latest round of mobile SoCs, but this is a bigtime announcement: it's the companies first set of 5G-enabled chips, which will carry the brand name "Dimensity." The first of the bunch is a high-end platform, the Dimensity 1000, that integrates all of the company's latest tech and on-board 5G networking. These are really impressive specs that put the Dimensity 1000 in the top tier.The general layout of the SoC is four ARM Cortex-A77 cores at 2.6GHz, along with four power-efficient Cortex-A55 cores at 2Ghz, on a 7nm process. More importantly it has Media...

With that fun new Soli sensor, a 90Hz screen, and the latest and greatest goodies from Google, the Pixel 4 XL is a tall drink of awesome. It's also made entirely of glass and metal and needs to be protected at all costs. We've spent hours scouring the internet for the best cases to get for your new Pixel 4 XL.Even with Black Friday sales coming fast and furious, you can be sure that many of the cases in this list will get discounted. Even better, the Pixel 4 itself has been significantly discounted, so you can grab one for $200 less than usual right now.Classic heavy dutyTudia Merge SeriesStaff pickTudia's hybrid case grips your Pixel 4 XL snugly with a TPU sleeve and adds sturdiness with a colorful polycarbonate shell. There are four colors here, but the best of them are the bright blue and warm Rose Gold.$10 at AmazonFeels so goodGoogle Fabric CaseGoogle's done fabric cases for three years now, and they always feel and look amazing. This year, Google's widened...

Right now, the best smartwatch for Android users is the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2. It's optimized for Samsung phones but runs well on all Android devices and has all the smartwatch and fitness features you'd expect. It's compact and lightweight but still offers good battery life. But if you're not into that one, the good news is that there are so many other amazing options from Fossil to Garmin to Fitbit and more.No matter which watch you decide on, there's a good chance you can snag a great Black Friday deal on it — and the best part is, you likely don't even need to wait until Black Friday to find a good sale. There are so many great deals on every brand of smartwatch, from Samsung to Fitbit to Garmin — just beware the trackers you shouldn't buy.Best Overall — Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2You don't have to use a Samsung phone to enjoy the benefits of owning a Samsung smartwatch, and the Galaxy Watch Active 2 provides the most well-rounded wearables exp...

There aren't a ton of great Android tablets out there, but the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 offers the best overall Android tablet experience of the bunch. It has a big screen, high-end specs, tons of features, a stylus, and support for a full keyboard. It's expensive, and not the right pick for anyone who wants a smaller and more portable tablet, but as an all-around device, it can't be beaten. For those who have different needs (or budgets), there are a few other picks that work well as media consumption devices and won't break the bank.Tablets make a great holiday gift, and November is the best time to buy one before the holiday season. Retailers are gearing up for Black Friday, listing all of their best tablet sales and discounts weeks in advance. That means you don't necessarily have to wait until the end of the month to find the best deal — we'll be keeping an eye out for the best prices and updating this article periodically throughout the month.Best Overall — Samsung...

There are a lot of options available out there if you're in the market for Bluetooth headphones. There's a decent amount of variety to choose from as well: some of them are totally wireless, some of them go in your ears, some of them on your ears, some with noise cancellation, and well, you get the point. Picking the right pair of headphones can be a hard task, but there are a few things to take into consideration before clicking the buy button on a pair during Black Friday.Let's break down some of the differences, what to look for, and see what kind of deals are available right now.Over-ears, on-ears, earbuds, and true wireless: Which should you buy?Headphones come in a lot of sizes and designs, but they can largely be categorized into four segments: on-ear, over-ear, earbuds, and true wireless. Choosing between the four is a matter of personal preference, but let's take a look at how the various styles differ.Over-ear headphones feature large ear pads that fully encircle your...

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 i...

If you don't already have a Chromebook, it's time to change that. Black Friday brings a bunch of great discounts to products that you've probably had your eye on during the year. There are sure to be a bunch of Chromebook options available, so you're going to want to know what you're looking for from a Chromebook so you can help yourself buy the right one.You won't need to wait until Black Friday actually arrives to take advantage of great deals, though. There are many discounts available already, and some of them are the same price we expect to see for Black Friday. Why not avoid the confusion and chaos of the big day and get your order in now?First, let's take a look at some information to help you pick the right Chromebook for you, then see what options are available at a discount right now!What is a Chromebook?Chromebooks are laptops that run Chrome OS, an operating system designed and managed by Google. It's the more polished and stable version of the open-source Chromiu...

The Galaxy S8+ is no spring chicken — and I mean that in the best possible way. However, if you're still proudly rocking one, then you'll want to protect its delicate all-glass construction from drops and shatters that will have you shelling out hundreds of dollars to replace the screen or replace the whole phone. Two years on, the case pool for the S8+ has dwindled a little, but there's still plenty of quality cases to pick from.Ready for the real worldSupcase Unicorn Hybrid Beetle ProStaff pickThis ruggedly handsome case combines an impact-resistant TPU inner sleeve with a hard plastic shell and a protective front casing that offers ample protection around that beautiful AMOLED screen. There are three color options and even a built-in kickstand for your YouTube binges.$18 at AmazonClear as crystalSpigen Liquid CrystalThis clear case is one of the most reliably simple yet satisfactory clear case series around. We're still confident swearing by Spigen's Liqu...

Genre-busting heroes have died.What you need to knowBattleborn is a 2016 first-person hero shooter developed by Gearbox Software.Today, Gearbox announced that the game has been pulled from online storefronts.Gearbox is disabling microtransaction purchases on February 24, 2020. The game's servers will be taken offline in January 2021 and it will then be completely unplayable. While Gearbox Software's latest game, Borderlands 3, is doing quite well with over 7 million copies sold, the studio's previous major release isn't. Today, Gearbox announced that the studio is beginning to sunset Battleborn's lifespan and the game will be shut down in January 2021. Battleborn has already been pulled from digital storefronts and the option to purchase microtransactions is being taken away next year.After February 24, 2020, players will be unable to purchase any premium currency to use in-game, though any existing currency can still be spent in the online shop. When January 2021 arrive...

In just a few short years, the Amazon Echo has gone from a random speaker that nobody knew what to do with to a staple in the consumer tech space. Amazon's evolved the Echo and Alexa (the AI that powers it) over those years, and one of the most powerful additions so far is a feature called "Alexa Routines." Routines can condense complex commands and multi-step operations to a simple command, and here's how to make the most of them.Products used in this guideBest intro device for Alexa: Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) ($35 at Amazon)Control and configure Alexa: Amazon Alexa app (Free at Google Play)How to set up Routines in the Alexa appYou can make Routines as simple or complex as you'd like, and to help you get started, we've got a few tips to make the process as easy as can be. First, let's make a Routine that's activated by voice command:Launch the Alexa app on your phone or tablet.Tap the menu icon in the top left corner of the screen.Tap Routines.Tap the + icon in the...

The Amazon Echo Show is the premier item of the Echo family. Equipped with a 10.1-inch touch display, the Echo Show is a countertop device that packs a lot of heat. Whether it's video calling via Microsoft's Skype, streaming music from various providers such as Apple Music and Spotify, listening to Audible audiobooks, or watching Prime Video, you're sure to get a lot out of this device. This product line also comes in smaller versions such as the Echo Show 5 and the Echo Show 8 in case the 10.1-inch size is a bit too much for your tastes. New to the Amazon Echo Show life? Let us at Android Central help you get your new device set up.Here's what you're going to need:Amazon: Amazon Echo Show ($230)To set up your new Echo Show:Unbox your Amazon Echo Show, and plug the power adapter into the device and then into a wall outlet.Allow the Echo Show to boot up and go through its initialization process.Once the initialization process is finished, select your language and connec...

Get rid of the Galaxy's most disappointing feature.Ever since Samsung announced the Galaxy S8 with its onboard assistant, Bixby, people have been asking for ways to disable it and forget the button ever existed in the first place. With the Galaxy S9 and Note 9, that chorus became even louder. And with the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 released in 2019, a whole new generation of customers will be looking to disable Bixby.While the hardware button's not going anywhere, we can definitely do something about the software. Here's how to get rid of as much of Bixby as possible.Why do you want to disable Bixby?One of the biggest frustrations with the Bixby button is its placement; the button is right under the volume keys and nearly directly opposite the power buttons. On larger phones like the Galaxy S10+, this often leads to accidental presses and unintended Bixby launches, especially when double-pressing the power button to launch the camera.On the Note 10 and 10+, the power b...

Everyone knows Samsung for their Galaxy S line of smartphones, the latest being the highly praised Galaxy S10 line of devices. That's not all Samsung has been known for in the smart device space, however. The Korean hardware juggernaut has also made a slew of tablets alongside their smartphone line. Here is a collection of some of the best of Samsung's Galaxy Tab line.The new hotnessSamsung Galaxy Tab S6From $550 at AmazonStaff PickThe Galaxy Tab S6 is the latest flagship tablet from Samsung and it's quite impressive. The Tab S6 is touted to last up to 15 hours on a single charge, while including the S Pen in the box. Under the hood, you get Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855 and either 6GB or 8GB of RAM, along with either 128GB or 256GB of expandable storage.The "budget" pickSamsung Galaxy Tab S5eFrom $370 at AmazonThe Galaxy Tab S5e isn't an upgrade to the Tab S4, with Samsung instead going the route of 'affordable premium.' Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 670...

Lenovo brings another Google Assistant speaker that slots between their existing Smart Clock and the 8-inch Smart Display.What you need to knowThe Smart Display 7 is exclusive to B&H through 2019.The speakers are mounted under the display rather than beside like on the 8 and 10-inch modelsB&H is offering a $30 discount on the Smart Display 7 and throwing in a Wi-Fi smart plug with purchase.Lenovo has been selling its 8 and 10-inch Smart Displays for a while now, and earlier this year came out with a smaller beside version with the Lenovo Smart Clock. Now, the company is releasing a new Smart Display 7 that will, you guessed it, have a 7-inch display and have all of the Google Assistant features you'd expect.Different from its larger siblings, this 7-inch version has the dual-speakers mounted below the display — rather than on the side of the display — to give better stereo sound. Lenovo also included the same physical camera cover that we had from the ...

We highly recommend the Fitbit Versa 2 for a wide variety of styles and uses, including automatic activity tracking, on-screen workouts, Fitbit Pay, music storage, and so much more. It's no wonder that Fitbit continues to be one of the many highly regarded names in the industry with all it has to offer. However, don't worry if that's not your cup of tea. There are quite a few other options to choose from. Whether you're looking for specific software, design, or feature set, you'll be able to find a fitness tracker that checks all the boxes on your wish list.Black Friday is probably the best time to buy one of these fitness trackers because they're all going to be discounted. Many of these go on sale just a few times a year, but products from Fitbit, Garmin, Samsung and others will be priced lower for Black Friday, and you should take advantage of these deals.Best Overall — Fitbit Versa 2Fitbit Versa FeaturesHeart rate monitorAltimeter5-day battery lifeSleep tracki...

The Galaxy S9 and S9+ are big phones, and that can mean some full pockets. If you're carrying around your phone and your wallet, chances are your belt is working overtime. So grab one of these wallet cases and feed two birds with one scone.Straight from SamsungSamsung LED View WalletStaff PickIf you're looking for a case that's guaranteed to fit and you only need to carry one or two cards with you, then Samsung's cool LED View Wallet might be up your alley. It comes in black, violet, or blue and you'll get LED notifications right on the cover, so you don't have to open it to check your phone.$40 (S9) at Amazon$50 (S9+) at AmazonWallet, caseAmovo 2-in-1 wallet caseThis PU leather wallet case might just be the perfect case for your Galaxy S9 and S9+, period. It's a folio wallet with three card slots and a cash pocket, with a magnetic closure and a cover that folds into a kickstand. But the inner bumper case detaches from its magnetic hold, so it ends up being just ...