Thursday, 30 April 2020

Google Pixel Buds vs AirPods vs Galaxy Buds Plus specs and features

Google Pixel Buds vs AirPods vs Galaxy Buds Plus specs and features

on 4/30/2020 12:18:00 pm 0 Comment
Gone are the days when you had to tread along your morning jog with a cable dangling in front of you, or struggle to bench two hundred with uncomfortable neckware on. Yes, we are talking about the wireless buds that connect to your phone via Bluetooth, but also don't have any physical connection between them to worry about. Well, you still have to worry about losing one of them "hearables," but at least they all come with dedicated charge-and-carry cases.

What used to be Kickstarter projects matured to actual products, and the big guys like Apple, Samsung, or Google, ...


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YouTube TV is offering extended free trials on some premium content

YouTube TV is offering extended free trials on some premium content

on 4/30/2020 09:18:00 am 0 Comment
As COVID-19 continues to force millions to shelter in place, . YouTube TV is offering some special free perks for anyone who wants to give premium add-on content a try—or just find something to stave off the boredom of another month at home.

YouTube TV has slowly established its presence as an alternative to cable networks with its hybrid offering of on-demand content and live internet TV. Like most of its peers, it offers a standard set of channels along with a selection of add-on channels, which each charge an extra fee.

However, the service took to Twitter to announce a new free ...


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Deal: Buy the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite, get free Galaxy Buds

Deal: Buy the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite, get free Galaxy Buds

on 4/30/2020 09:18:00 am 0 Comment
Samsung officially announced the in early January but waited for over three months to release it in the US. This means the S10 Lite is a newly-launched phone here, as it went on sale just two weeks ago.

Priced at $649.99, the only unlocked, although it can be activated on any major US carrier. Speaking of activation, Best Buy lets you save $200 on the handset if it's activated on Sprint, or $150 if it's activated on Verizon or AT&T.

If you don't want to purchase your S10 Lite from Best Buy you can get it directly from Samsung - there are no price cuts in this case, but you are ...


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Apple releases iOS 13.5 beta with contact tracing API and update for Group FaceTime

Apple releases iOS 13.5 beta with contact tracing API and update for Group FaceTime

on 4/30/2020 08:18:00 am 0 Comment
Earlier today we told you that and that one of the changes coming to the iPhone will help those who have been frustrated with Face ID's inability to recognize a user wearing a face mask. Swiping up from the bottom of the Home screen will take an iPhone user directly to the passcode screen instead of having to wait for Face ID to kick him there. The idea is not to give an iPhone user a reason to take his mask off just to activate Face ID.

As it turns out, the iOS 13.5 beta carries a lot more goodies for iOS users. First, we should point out that the beta released today ...


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Wednesday, 29 April 2020

Google Home is half off at Best Buy and Walmart

Google Home is half off at Best Buy and Walmart

on 4/29/2020 11:21:00 am 0 Comment
Google Home is crazy cheap at multiple retailers in the United States, including Best Buy, B&H Video, and Walmart. Even Google will sell you one for just $50 if you don't want to order from the retailers mentioned.

If you've never owned a smart speaker, is a great device to start with. It's very accurate and Google Assistant will make your life more convenient. Make sure that you install the Google Home app on your Android or iOS device so that you can optimize all the settings to get the best that Google Home has to offer.

Apart from answering your questions, Google Home lets ...


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Samsung Galaxy S20 5G's price drops to just $300 at AT&T

Samsung Galaxy S20 5G's price drops to just $300 at AT&T

on 4/29/2020 11:21:00 am 0 Comment
If you're in the market for a 5G smartphone, there aren't many options available in the United States and all of them are quite expensive. Assuming you don't mind committing to a long term contract, we have the perfect deal for you, courtesy to AT&T.

Starting today and through April 30, AT&T offers the for just $300, but you'll have to add a new line to an existing or new account. On top of that, you'll have to pay the $30 activation fee and pay taxes on the full retail price upfront.

Last but not least, the new line you add must have unlimited wireless service that costs ...


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Disney+ app update adds data saver mode on iPhones, iPads

Disney+ app update adds data saver mode on iPhones, iPads

on 4/29/2020 10:21:00 am 0 Comment
The way that Disney is expanding and improving its streaming service across the world is a real tour de force. Disney+ accomplished what took Netflix 7 years in just five months. , the streaming video service confirmed it has more than 50 million subscribers.

Even the small things like launching a mobile app or improving streaming quality on all platforms contributed to Disney+'s impressive rise. One of those smaller improvements has just been pushed to Disney+ subscribers using iOS devices.

The iOS app has just received an update that introduces an extra layer of security and, as ...


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Apple updates the most useful App Store app for its device owners

Apple updates the most useful App Store app for its device owners

on 4/29/2020 08:21:00 am 0 Comment
The Apple Support app is a free download from the App Store and it provides a connection allowing users to chat with Apple's technical support. It also has what it calls "articles" written by Apple to help users learn what to do if their Apple device has a cracked screen, won't charge, can't turn on, won't install a new update and much, much more. There is probably an article to cover every possible issue that could pop up. You can find the app by .

Apple updated the app today to version 4.0 and it opens by default to a page that shows your device. Underneath that ...


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Apple Maps now displays coronavirus testing locations across the US

Apple Maps now displays coronavirus testing locations across the US

on 4/29/2020 06:51:00 am 0 Comment
Apple started registering COVID-19 testing locations with the purpose of showing them in the Maps app about two weeks ago. Today, the feature is now visible Apple Maps for iOS, but it's limited to the United States and Puerto Rico for now.

Although we expect the feature to slowly expand to other countries, we don't know exactly when it will happen and we're not convinced Apple will inform users, so you will have to check the app from time to time.

Spotted by , the updated Apple Maps app now shows coronavirus testing locations across the United States as red medical dots. A special ...


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YouTube Music gets improved, easier to explore library on Android

YouTube Music gets improved, easier to explore library on Android

on 4/29/2020 06:51:00 am 0 Comment
YouTube is making changes to its Music app that will make it easier for users to explore some of its features. YouTube Music's changed library design was first spotted early this month by , but it was only available to a limited number of Android users.

The most important improvement is the ability to add songs and albums to your library without having to manually subscribe to the artist. An “Add to Library” option will now appear in the new menu, which will allow you to add albums and songs directly to your library, a couple of screenshots posted on suggest.

The organization of ...


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