The Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld has been announced and is available for pre-order. The device is capable of playing your favorite games from Xbox Game Pass and NVIDIA GeForce NOW. You can also stream from your Xbox with Remote Play or from your PC with Steam Link.
This handheld runs Android 11 under the hood, so you have access to apps from the Play Store. With Play Store access, other streaming services such as Google Stadia or Amazon Luna should be available. You can also download social media apps and streaming video services such as YouTube, Netflix, or Disney+.
The Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld will have a 7-inch 1920 x 1080 FHD display with a 60 Hz refresh rate and 450 nits of brightness. Logitech outfitted the device with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G which should be fine as this is designed to be a streaming device. The button layout is what you would expect in 2022. You get two analog joysticks, 4 buttons on the face, 2 bumpers, and 2 triggers on top.
Logitech is claiming over 12 hours of battery life and the device weighs a little more than a pound (463 grams). Rounding out the spec sheet is WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, a headphone jack, and a USB-C charging port.
You can pre-order your Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld from Amazon for $299.99. The handheld will be released on October 18.
Smart vacuums as a whole have evolved quite a bit in a relatively short amount of time. The concept of a robot vacuum doesn’t feel all that old, and really seems to be hitting its stride in terms of what’s expected.
Likewise, Roborock has also made great strides in its short few years of producing vacuum cleaners. It routinely releases quality products that seem to raise the bar for what we look for in our smart household gadgets.
Its Q-Series of products, which launched in early 2022, is a less expensive approach to its S7 line. With prices that start at around $430, the Q family currently consists of a Q5 and Q5+ as well as the Q7 and Q7+.
While the Q5 and Q5+ are vacuum-only models, the Q7 and Q7+ offer both vacuuming and mopping capabilities. On the higher end, the Q7 series come in “Max” versions which are more powerful and come with auto-emptying docks.
The Roborock Q7 Max+ comes in black and white color options and look pretty much like any other robot vacuum. As you’ll find in plenty of models from various brands, there’s a circular protrusion that extends from the top to help the unit see where it’s headed.
At nearly 8.5lbs and 14 inches in diameter it’s a fairly big unit; it also rises almost four inches without extending the wheels. Moreover, that extra lift from the top may keep the vacuum from getting under select furniture. Results varied in my testing but it did get under a large majority of the chairs, beds, and couches in my home.
Upon opening the door flap on top of the Roborock Q7 Max+, you’ll locate the water tank (350ml) and dustbin (470ml). Unlike other models I’ve seen with mopping capabilities, the Q7’s water tank separated from its mopping pad.
The brush roller is easy to wipe down and keep clean as it rubberized and doesn’t have bristles. Good at grabbing hair, I’ve found it doesn’t get clogged all too easily. A side brush helps to direct debris toward the main brush.
As we find in other Roborock models, the Q7 Max+ utilizes PreciSense LiDAR Navigation to map out your living spaces. When paired with the mobile app you’ll get a 2D/3D map with visual representations of obstacles, walls, and more. Further, you can merge spaces, split rooms, create no-go zones, and manage cleaning cycles, auto-emptying, and a whole array of other helpful things.
I’ve found that the Roborock Q7 Max+ has great suction for a robot vacuum as it’s rated at 4200pa (Pascal units). Over the last few months I’ve largely kept the vacuum on the first floor of my home which is equal parts hardwood floor and carpet, with the occasional rug.
The Q7 Max+ does a fantastic job of grabbing dust and hair from the edges and corners, pulling things in from areas other vacuum cleaners might miss. When it comes to the rugs and carpet, the robot kicks in its Carpet Boost and seems to rev its engine. Still, it’s relatively quiet stuff that doesn’t distract.
One of the things I like most about robot vacuum cleaners is when they run in straight lines, mapping things out methodically. That’s definitely the case here as the straight lines tell me where it’s been and I know what it’s cleaned.
The Roborock Q7 Max+ boasts a 5,200mAh battery which is advertised as able to clean for up to three continuous hours, or an area of approximately 3,200 square feet. Most robot vacuums I’ve used over the last few years are able to accommodate my main floor inside of 45 minutes so this one is never truly put to the test. With that said, I have had no problems taking it upstairs or to the basement to pick up another floor’s worth of dirt using the same charge.
The Auto-Empty Dock Pure feature automatically empties the dirt into the dock whenever it returns to charge at the base. The auto-empty dock houses a dust bag that you’ll replace once every couple of months, depending on how dirty things are around the house. There’s an extra dust bag included in the box and you can pick up a three-pack from Roborock for $19.
The Q7 Max+ mopping system employs an electric pump to provide for 30 different water flows which can be optimized for various floor types. I’ve found it does a great job of cleaning basic spills and messes but it’s not quite like what you get from a sonic mop.
Roborock advises the Q7 Max+ can tackle upwards of 2,600 square feet on a single charge but I’ll never come near that with just mopping. On the other hand, it can vacuum and mop during the same cycle so you’ll get a mixed bag of cleaning that leaves your floors free of debris, dust, dirt, and other messes.
The S7 MaxV Ultra automatically cleans its pad when returning to the dock but here it’s a manual deal. That said, if you tend to have a dirty hard floor surface, you may find the mop pad needs cleaned fairly often.
In addition to more dust bags I would have liked for the robot vacuum to have included an extra mopping pad. Even one extra pad would be great so that you can swap in the clean one and wash the other at your leisure.
Roborock offers a two-pack of mopping pads for $17 on its website so I might advise grabbing one of those just to have on standby. Similarly, you can also pick up a two-pack of spare side brushes for $16 there, too. Given these prices I would have liked for Roborock to toss in an extra set of each.
Although the Q-Series is the more affordable line of Roborock robot vacuum cleaners, the Q7 Max+ still commands a $650 asking price. It’s a fair price, and a few hundred dollars less than the S-Series, but it’s not “budget” money.
While I found the Q7 Max+ to be a great unit and lower-price alternative to the S7 MaxV Ultra, I would have liked to see one extra set of replacement accessories tossed in the box. That, or shave about fifty bucks off the price. Or, why not just round it down to $800 even while we’re at it?
There are plenty of models to choose from in the Roborock portfolio with prices for most budgets. I’ve been a fan of the brand for a few years and am happy to recommend it to others.
In today’s mobile world, there’s a greater emphasis on speed and efficient connectivity, and always with an eye on affordability. That’s why Verizon has introduced a new no-contract offering to boost the 5G network for subscribers.
This is the first new and major offering since Verizon’s acquisition of TracFone Wireless Inc. late last year.
Known as Total by Verizon, this new dispensation will boost the power of America’s 5G network with generous benefits. It is meant to showcase the best side of both Verizon and TracFone and to offer no-contract plans and unmatched network availability.
Verizon is giving customers a new opportunity for them to get better value from its services with more emphasis on freedom. With this in place, consumers can enjoy the most “reliable 5G network offerings.
The brand is doing its best to offer each consumer something they cherish, something that can match each customer’s demand no matter where they are. Verizon will accomplish this feat through never before matched network quality and unbelievable plan incentives.
The standard unlimited plan is $50/month and includes 10GB of mobile hotspot data with limited international talk and text. A $60 unlimited plan includes access to Verizon’s faster 5G Ultra Wideband network plus a subscription to Disney+, 20GB hotspot data, and expanded international talk and text.
On the lower end are $30 and $40 plans which offer 5GB and 15GB of data, respectively. For multiple lines, each additional line is $35 per month, regardless of the plan. This is effectively a multi-line discount for plans $40 and up. The $60 plan, for its part averages out to $40 per month per line with five phone lines.
Consumers will be able to locate Total by Verizon at more than 50,000 retail locations across the US. Locations will include well-known brands like Target, Walmart, Dollar General, and other exclusive retail stores, as well as on Total by Verizon’s website.
This service affords customers no-contract and no-credit option that enables them to enjoy premium quality customer service.
Conclusively, consumers who cherish the idea of owning or operating a smartphone without a carrier agreement can now do so with more benefits attached.
Nova Labs has signed an agreement with T-Mobile to launch Helium Mobile commercial service in the first quarter of 2023. Subscribers will have the opt-in opportunity to enjoy this service in the beta stage, while they earn “Mobile Token Rewards. Users of Helium Mobile will soon access the first-ever created crypto-powered mobile service.
Helium Mobile users can now get ready to enjoy its 5G network, as well as the 5G network on T-Mobile. This is truly the industry-first Mobile Virtual Network Operator partnership by these tech companies.
Nova Labs’ commitment is due to the need of creating and sustaining a decentralized network, enabling users to look for more options from the use of mobile products and services from Nova Labs and Helium. 5G infrastructure will spring up in more places henceforth, as people warm up to these products and services.
Why the Nova-Helium deal matters
It gets more interesting from the subscribers’ standpoint because the new deal offers them a new way to earn while doing things they usually do. For example, Nova Labs is making it possible for Helium Mobile subscribers to earn MOBILE token rewards in crypto form for sharing data about coverage quality, identifying Helium “dead spot locations nationwide, and saving money on cellular data plans.
Nova Labs is ensuring that this partnership is made with select smartphone manufacturers that boast specialized, crypto-friendly devices that can efficiently validate network coverage, and earn cryptocurrencies for the users in such manners that other devices can’t.
Helium Mobile is no doubt the fastest-growing decentralized wireless network with open-sourced coverage in the US. It consists of a growing community of users who deploy wireless devices that are powered by crypto.
At the present time, almost a million hotspots using Helium Long Fi have been deployed, and about 889 cities are in possession of more than 2,500 active Helium hotspots with 5G network. All that will soon receive a massive boost when this commercial service begins in beta come 2023.
If you’re looking to save some cash through AT&T deals this fall, now is a great time to buy. There are exclusive deals from Walmart, AT&T Prepaid and Cricket Wireless.
As you browse through the deals, take note that you can save big whether you’re going for flagship smartphones or entry-level models. Better still, you have the opportunity to grab select Android phones for free.
Cricket Wireless Deals
Taking a look at what Cricket Wireless offers, you can get any of the deals in-store or online. Cricket also offers customers a $60 Unlimited plan to enjoy HBO Max without intrusive ads even when they go for free Android phones.
Great value, big brand: Samsung Galaxy A03s offers all the technology you need with premium features and a durable design crafted to withstand life’s little mishaps.
Power-packed performance: With the moto g pure, movies, shows, websites, and games come alive on the ultra-wide, stunning 6.5” Max Vision HD+ display.
Looking for 5G speeds?Cricket Dream 5G2 is built with the latest technology, giving customers all the perks of 5G without the hefty price tag.
If you’re going for the Cricket Dream 5G deal, remember that the 5G network isn’t available everywhere yet. In that case, you could choose Moto G Pure or Samsung Galaxy A03s.
For as low as $19.99, you can get deals on devices such as the Moto G Pure, G Play, Samsung Galaxy A13, Moto G 5G, and others. The highest deal, in this case, is $109.99.
These AT&T prepaid offers are only available when you walk physically into the stores. Take note that there are requirements you need to meet to qualify for these offers. They generally require a new line of service or porting number plus tax. Check out the full details of AT&T in-store prepaid offers here.
Walmart AT&T Prepaid Deals
There are also great deals available at Walmart. These are from AT&T and the offers are designed to satisfy the quest of Walmart customers. Here, the devices start at $19, and it goes up higher to as much as $99 to $199.
A primary requirement for you to get any of these offers is that it must be activated in-store and purchased with a new line of service. Choose your monthly plan plus tax, and you’re good to go. Get full details here.
Take care to read through and get a better understanding of the benefits you can enjoy from these deals. We expect the offers to run until the end of November 2022.
Asus finally took the wraps off its ROG Phone 6D and 6D Ultimate. Featuring plenty of power and an amazing cooling system, this phone promises to keep you gaming with sustained power.
Both models will feature the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ chipset. The standard 6D will have 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB of storage. The Ultimate ups the ante to 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.
The display, camera, and battery will not see an upgrade over the original ROG Phone 6. Both the ROG Phone 6D and 6D Ultimate will have a 6.78-inch OLED display equipped with a 165Hz refresh rate, 10-bit color depth, and HDR10+ capabilities. They will be protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. The triple camera setup will consist of a 50MP 1/1.56″ sensor (f/1.9) main lens, a 13MP (f/2.2) ultrawide lens, and a 5MP macro camera. The front-facing selfie camera will have a 12MP sensor. The battery capacity comes in at 6,000 mAh and supports up to 65W fast charging.
To cool the Asus ROG Phone 6D, Asus developed the GameCool 6 cooling system. This advanced cooling system works to dissipate heat from your device by incorporating three different approaches to cooling. The 6D Ultimate allows you to take the cooling even further, allowing the AeroActive Cooler 6 accessory to directly connect to it. The AeroActive Cooler 6 will connect through a dedicated portal, allowing it to interact and directly remove heat from the CPU.
This device will not be coming to the U.S. but will be available in the UK. It will come in Space Gray and cost £799 for the 6D and £1,199 for the 6D Ultimate. The AeroActive Cooler 6 accessory will cost €89.
Spotify wants its service to be your premiere destination for music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Starting today, U.S.-based Spotify users are gaining the ability to purchase and listen to more than 300,000 audiobooks. With titles coming from publishers like Penguin Random House, Hachette Book Group, Simon & Schuster, as well as independent authors.
Unfortunately, this is not part of the Spotify subscription service. You will have to buy the audiobooks. The play button will have a lock icon, indicating that you must pay to listen to it. The purchase will be on a web page and not within the app itself.
Spotify is looking to alternative payment models, including subscriptions and ad-supported models. Spotify indicated it is getting into the audiobook space because it is growing 20% year over year. The audiobook market currently represents about 6%-7% of book sales.
After purchasing your audiobook from Spotify, you will be able to download it for offline listening, utilize automatic bookmarking to save your place, control the playback speed and rate the book. Spotify has entered a new market before with podcasts. But can the streaming giant knock Amazon from its perch? Only time will tell, but more options can only help potential audiobook consumers.
Eufy has been making quality home products for a few years now, slowly and steadily growing its presence. The Anker sub-brand covers markets like home cleaning, pets, and even home security under the Eufy umbrella. The company’s new Clean H20 vacuum wants to tackle any mess you have in your car and home.
I’ve had the chance to use one of these for the last few weeks and have come away with a few thoughts. Here’s my review of the new device.
Design
The basic design of the Clean H20 from eufy is familiar. The H20 immediately harkens back to traditional “dust-buster” handheld vacuums we’ve all grown up with. However, eufy has made a great effort to ensure it’s powered by modern tech and provides flexible cleaning options with attachments.
The wand-style eufy Clean H20 has a very comfortable hand that leads to the cyclone-powered vacuum. Above the stem handle, are a power button and a suction mode button. The modes can be set for maximum power or eco-mode to tackle either tough or normal messes.
The eufy Clean H20 comes in a nice carrying case that also houses the official attachments. Here you’ll find a brush head, extension hose with a crevice tool, and charging accessories. The charging portion is above average as you’d expect from Anker. You get a USB-A to USB-C cable with quick charge and a standard 12V socket car charger.
Internally, eufy has included a motor capable of a maximum vacuum of 40 watts. In eco-mode, I’d estimate this is around half-powered. The filtration system is a bagless design with a removable bin for easy dumping and cleaning of the filth.
Performance
I’ve found the eufy Clean H20 to be a great addition to my car cleaning routine. It’s never going to replace a full-sized shop vacuum but really makes regular maintenance a breeze. The attachments come in handy and make sense for the car interiors. The brush is easy on your upholstery and the crevice-hosed attachment is awesome for seat cushions and hard-to-reach spots.
At just under 1.5lbs, the Clean H20 is also easy to wield. I never found myself getting fatigued while using the travel vac. The suction is also just right for most debris you’d find in your car with normal use. Once you do need that extra horsepower, the Max button easily ups the vortex to take care of most instances.
Battery Life
Eufy rates the Clean H20 vacuum to last up to 30 minutes of Eco-mode usage. Opting for the Max option drops your total time down to around 10 minutes. I’d say this is fairly accurate and leaves you with plenty of endurance to clean your entire car interior.
When you do need to charge you can easily top off the power supply with the included charging accessories. The Anker socket charger supports fast charging via USB-C to get you back to full power in under one hour.
Conclusion
The eufy Clean H20 is a handy addition to anyone’s automobile. The pint-size vacuum comes with flexible attachments, fast charging in the box, and even fits in my cup holder for storage. Anker’s home division has been killing it lately and the Clean H20 is another home run.
The Clean H20 can be purchased for $120 either black or white colorways. At the moment using code WS24WH20 will get you a discount of $30 at checkout on the eufy website. While that’s still a little over the normal impulse purchase, I think it’s still worth it.
The Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller, the brand-new addition to the Turtle Beach controller lineup, is the company’s first mobile gaming controller. Xbox Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller is designed for mobile gamers using compatible with Android, Xbox, and PC. It was created and built by the same team behind Turtle Beach’s award-winning Recon Controller, REACT-R Controller, and VelocityOne Flight products.
Turtle Beach Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller
Turtle Beach’s Recon Cloud boasts more than 30 hours of battery life and rapid play and charge capabilities for all-day gaming while travelling. The controller also has a movable phone clip, which safely holds any compatible Android phone above the controller, regardless of size, even those with cases. The clip then transforms into a tabletop stand when it is removed.
Additionally, it comes with a braided USB cable that is 10 feet long that can be linked to a PC or a console to enable audio capabilities like Superhuman Hearing, personalized audio presets, and more for those platforms. Players using the controller in wired mode can access all these audio choices.
The Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller blends the best of both worlds for mobile gamers on Xbox and PC. All Android phones are compatible with the Recon Cloud.
“The response to our first wave of console and PC gaming controllers has been overwhelmingly positive, and now we’re further expanding our reach in this market to give mobile gamers the same uncompromised, award-winning controls,” said Juergen Stark, CEO of Turtle Beach Corporation. “The Recon Cloud is the first of our expanded lineup of mobile controllers launching this year, with additional new products designed for iOS and other consoles coming soon.”
The Recon Cloud Hybrid Controller is scheduled to be on sale on October 16. It is already available for pre-order for $99.99. It comes in Black and Magma Blue color options.
For more information on the Turtle Beach controllers, gaming headsets, simulation products, and other gaming accessories, visit the official website.
Nothing took to Twitter to play with its fanbase a bit by tweeting, “Sublime. Coming Soon.” That’s it, that is all they said and it’s all we know.
They did continue the company’s trend of using animals to make an announcement. Included in the tweet is a photo of a Glasswing butterfly (thanks Google Lens).
I’m sure the Glasswing butterfly ties into the company’s use of clear cases on its devices. They like allowing you to see some of the device’s internal components. Nothing has already released a phone (which isn’t coming to the US) and the Ear 1 earbuds.
Hopefully, Nothing is true to their word and make an announcement soon. As to what it is, your guess is as good as ours. Here’s looking forward to a beautiful device. Maybe a US-bound phone and not something like an external charger.
