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Hoop's affordable 1080p HD Home Security Cameras are now 50% off at Amazon
Hoop home security cameras offer 1080p HD video recording with sound and motion detection, 2-way audio, and the ability to check in on what's going on using an app on your phone. Clip the on-page coupon to save 50% on the camera of your choice.
Horror returns
Everything we know about Resident Evil Village (so far)
Capcom's next survival-horror title is Resident Evil Village. This eerie game takes players to a snowy European village where Ethan must deal with witches, werewolves and more. Here's everything we know.
Get protected
Get a screen protector for your Samsung Galaxy Watch 3
Looking for a screen protector for your Samsung Galaxy Watch 3? We've got options for you.
Nokia too
HMD Global raises $230 million from Google, Qualcomm investment
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HMD Global has raised $230 million in a recent funding ground from investors including Qualcomm, Nokia, and Google. The company is now valued at over $1 billion.
With age comes wisdom
Trying to save a few bucks on a new phone? Get one refurbished!
Flagship phones are great. Paying full price for them isn’t. Refurbished phones let you get a flagship device for a fraction of the cost, and these are a few of our favorites.
Android Central Digital Offers
Master the Art of Photography With 38 Hours of Training for $40
Anyone can take one great photo. But if you want to produce incredible images time after time, The Professional's Guide to Photography Bundle should be on your wishlist. Right now, you can get this collection of eight courses for just $39.99.
A new Redmi
Redmi K30 Ultra is here with a MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ SoC, 120Hz display
Redmi’s latest K series smartphone features a MediaTek Dimensity 1000+ chipset, 33W fast charging, and a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It also offers a 20MP pop-up selfie camera and a large 4,500mAh battery.
Game on!
How to watch 'Hard Knocks: Los Angeles' live from anywhere
HBO's sports docuseries Hard Knocks is back for its 15th season and featuring two NFL teams for the first time: the Los Angeles Rams and the Los Angeles Chargers.
120% of everything
Xiaomi launches the Mi 10 Ultra to celebrate its 10th anniversary
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Xiaomi today announced the Mi 10 Ultra, a late addition to the Mi 10 family. This phone goes all-in on the "Ultra" name with specs like 120x hybrid zoom camera, a 120Hz display, and 120W charging.
a fresh new look
OxygenOS 11: All the new features you need to know about
OnePlus has rolled out the first OxygenOS 11 preview with the Android 11 beta 3 update. OxygenOS 11 comes with an exciting list of features, including an Always-on Display, simplified settings, new font, and more customization options. Here's everything you need to know about OxygenOS 11.
Use the apps you choose
Don't want to use the default apps on a Samsung Galaxy phone? Change them!
Phone manufacturers and carriers just love to load up smartphones with redundant apps as set them as the default. We'll show you how so you a Samsung Galaxy phone.
buyers guide
These are the best Chromebooks to buy for you and your family
Chromebooks are great for just about any use case, whether you want it for the home office or for your student. These are the best Chromebooks out there right now.
Watch it all
Lots of streaming services are offering free trials, sign up now
Being told to stay at home automatically makes it harder than voluntarily staying at home. Luckily a lot of the streaming options are offering free trials right now, and here are the best ones.
More to enjoy
The Last of Us Part 2 is getting more difficulty options with Grounded mode
Naughty Dog has announced a new Grounded update for The Last of Us Part 2. This update adds Grounded mode, permadeath options, new rendering modes and accessibility options.
This is a big deal
Your Android phone can now help detect earthquakes
Google is using the unparalleled reach of the Android platform to create the world’s largest earthquake detection network.
A more helpful phone
Google introduces Bedtime and Lookout to older Android phones
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Google today highlighted new Android features aimed at creating a more helpful phone. The company is backporting Bedtime, a formerly Pixel-exclusve feature, to Android 6.0 as well as delivering updates to the Android Auto and the Lookout app.
Protection for less
Best VPN Deals 2020: Discounts, coupons & more
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Save big on ExpressVPN, PureVPN, NordVPN, Surfshark, FastestVPN and more. Pricing starts at just a few dollars per month with money-back guarantees and free trials.
Pocket Power
Don't let your phone die — these are the best battery packs!
Whether you just need to charge one phone or you need to charge all your gear at once, there's a battery pack out there for you.
Chromeship Enterprise
Repurpose that old Windows laptop by converting it to a Chromebook!
Do you want to repurpose an old Windows machine and make it run Chrome OS? We've got you covered here!
No internet no problem
Using a Chromebook offline is much easier than you may think
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All lot of folks think a Chromebook is only useful when you have an internet connection. That's not really the case. There's plenty you can do with your Chromebook when you're offline.
Patience is a virtue
Every major game delay in 2020
The beginning of 2020 already saw several high profile games delayed throughout the year, and they certainly won't be the last. Take a look at every major game delay so far.
Smart Home
Best Nest Deals for August 2020
Want a new Nest gadget for your home? Don't feel like spending full price for one? You've come to the right place!
Choose Your Style
Keep your Galaxy Watch 3 looking stylish with a new band
If you just bought the new Galaxy Watch 3 or you're planning to do so soon, make sure you've got the right bands for it!
Big leak
First Huawei Watch Fit renders leak out alongside complete specs
Press renders showing Huawei’s upcoming Watch Fit from nearly every angle have surfaced online, along with key specs. The fitness-focused smartwatch is expected to be announced at IFA 2020 next month.
A feminine touch
Do more than tell time with the best smartwatches for women
It can difficult to find a smartwatch that does what you need it do while still looking fashionable and feeling comfortable. We've compiled a list of the best smartwatches for women.
Recent Reviews
Yeedi K700
There are tons of robot vacuums on the market right now, but is the Yeedi K700 one worth buying? Find out in our review.
Google Pixel 4a
It turns out Google's "less is more" approach really fits well within the constraints of a less-expensive phone, and its strengths in software and camera processing stand out against less-refined competition. The Pixel 4a picks up right where the 3a left off, with better specs, the same great camera, and a $50 lower price.
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live
Samsung's long-awaited Galaxy Buds Live are here, and they're really good. Offering a mix of great audio, comfort, and a super original design, the Buds Live bring a lot to the table.
For every budget
The best cheap TV deals in July 2020
When the only thing that really matters is price, you'd be surprised how many features you can get packed into even the least expensive TVs. We've got all the best options right here.
$5 is better than $6
Secure your ESPN+ subscription today before the price goes up tomorrow
Starting August 12, ESPN+ will cost new subscribers a dollar more. If you subscribe today, you can secure the cheaper price for at least a year. Might as well be an existing subscriber instead of a new one!
Audible too
Amazon Music is the next music streaming app to support podcasts
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A new report claims Amazon plans to add support for podcasting to its Amazon Music and Audible apps. An odd requirement for creators, however, throws the service into controversy before launch.
🍰
Does the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra's camera bump annoy you?
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The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has one of the largest camera bumps ever. It's fun to joke about and make fun of, but is it really a big deal?
Brain care
Take care of your mental health with these apps!
Here at AC, we value your health. While it's important to be mindful of your fitness and diet, it's equally as important to take care of your mental health. Many of us overlook this critical facet of ourselves, so here are some apps to help you keep track, get into a better state of mind, and be the best you possible.
Stay in the know
5 things parents need to know about buying their kid a Chromebook
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Have a kid that’s going back to school? Before you buy them a Windows laptop, here are a few things you should know about Chromebooks.
Protect your phone
You don't want anything to happen to your Nokia 7.1, so get a case for it
It's always a stressful situation in the event that something happens to your smartphone. This is true for the Nokia 7.1 as you wouldn't want to have to replace your new device due to a cracked screen. To combat those concerns, we have found the best cases you can get for your new phone!
A small upgrade
A new benchmark suggests the Pixel 5 will have 8GB of RAM
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The Pixel 4 and 4a come with 6GB of RAM, Google may be about to surpass that with the Pixel 5 according to a benchmarking tool.
translation
Twitter testing automatic translation in Brazil
Twitter says it is testing automatic translation for tweets, starting with a limited rollout in Brazil.
It's Almost Showtime!
How to watch America's Got Talent live: Stream the show from anywhere
America's Got Talent returns to a live show format beginning this week on NBC, though not everything is back to normal just yet.
Cool new feature
Google rolls out 'people cards' in search results for users in India
Google is rolling out a new feature called people cards in Search for users in India. People cards are like virtual visiting cards, where users can highlight their social profiles, websites, and other information about themselves.
Galaxy or Apple?
Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is a worthy rival to the Apple Watch Series 5
Samsung just announced its Galaxy Watch 3 and it's proving to be a worthy rival to the Apple Watch Series 5. But which one of the two is best?
MLS returns
MLS is Back final: How to watch Portland Timbers vs Orlando City live
Portland Timbers take on Orlando City in the final of the MLS is Back Tournament with the winner gaining entry to the 2021 CONCACAF Champions League.
TikTok suit
TikTok plans to sue the Trump administration as soon as today, August 11
In response to President Trump’s executive order that would effectively ban the app in the United States, the company is taking the fight to court.
That's not good
August Smart Lock security flaw lets hackers access your Wi-Fi network
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The team of security researchers at Bitdefender have discovered a security vulnerability in the August Smart Lock Pro + Connect, which could allow ‘patient’ hackers to gain full access to your Wi-Fi network.
Time to upgrade
Should you upgrade to the Galaxy Watch 3?
The time has come. Struggling to decide if you should upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3? We've got the details you need.
Choice is good
The Note 20 will have a Mystic Blue color option in India
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With the Note 20, Samsung is adding an extra Mystic Blue option for the Indian market. The company will also sell Mystic Pink and Mystic Red versions in South Korea.
Not Dead Yet
Google delays Chrome Apps' deprecation by two more years
Google this week announced an updated timeline for Chrome App support, giving the platform two more years of life.
All-in-one
Google Home finally adds networking features from the Google Wifi app
The Google Home app's newest update means it can now control advanced settings for your Google Wifi system. Previously, a user would have needed to download the dedicated Google Wifi app.
Android 11 FTW!
Android 11 to make autofill for passwords easier with keyboard integration
A new developer page for Android 11 shows Google plans on integrating its autofill UI into the keyboard itself, making the whole process far more intuitive than before.
