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2021 Verizon Black Friday deals are live

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As we near Black Friday, more and more companies are starting to launch their deals to get a jump start on the holiday shopping season. Not to be outdone by T-Mobile launching their Black Friday deals yesterday, Verizon Wireless launched their Black Friday deals today.

Verizon Black Friday deals on 5G phones

New and existing customers can get up to $1200 towards a new 5G phone when they activate the smartphone on any Unlimited plan. You must trade in an eligible device, but damaged phones are ok.

If you plan on switching carriers and making the jump to Verizon, they are giving a virtual prepaid Mastercard up to $800 when you make the switch. You must buy a new smartphone on any Unlimited plan.

You can even save $300 on a 5G phone when you activate it on a Prepaid Unlimited plan.

Verizon Fios Black Friday Deals

New customers who sign up for Fios Gigabit Connection can get a year of Disney+ and AMC+ on Verizon. In addition, you get to choose a Google Nest Hub Max or a $200 Verizon gift card.

New 5G Home Internet customers can get Disney+ and AMC+ free for a year, as well as a Google Nest Hub Max.

New LTE Home Internet customers can get Disney+ and AMC+ free for a year plus a Google nest Mini.

Other Deals

You can get up to $200 in credits when you open a Verizon Visa Card. Small and medium businesses can get $1,200 off a new 5G phone with a trade-in and a new line.

MediaTek unveils the new 5G Dimensity 9000 for flagship devices

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Taiwan-based MediaTek has taken the wraps off its new Dimensity 9000 chipset for 5G flagship devices. The new flagship SoC (System-on-chip) has an octa-core CPU (one Cortex-X2, three Cortex-A710s, and 4 four Cortex-A510s), a 4nm manufacturing process, and a Mali-G710 GPU.

MediaTek’s new chipset is looking to make a more even playing field with the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. According to rumors, they feature the same octa-core setup as well as the same GPU power.

The Dimensity 9000 Details

MediaTek’s new chipset is built off the ArmV9 architecture and supports LPDDR5x at up to 7500Mbps. The SoC supports up to 320MP cameras and has enough power to capture 4K HDR on three cameras simultaneously

The SoC consists of a Cortex-X2 operating at up to 3.05GHz, 3 Cortex-A710s that operate up to 2.85GHz, and 4 Cortex-A510 efficiency cores.

If you thought 90Hz, 120Hz, and 144Hz looked great in your hand, wait until you see the next-generation stuff. Gamers will enjoy the new Mali-G710 processor and tech that supports up to 180Hz full HD+ displays. It’s also capable of WQHD+ resolution of 144Hz refresh rate. It is capable of raytracing using Vulkan for Android.

All of this is a fancy way of saying that your video playback, game experience, and mobile multimedia are set to take a big step forward.

Other notable features are Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi 6E 2×2, sub-6GHz 5G, and 3CC Carrier Aggregation for downloads up to 7Gbps.

World Firsts

Expected to hit consumer devices some time in the first quarter, the new chipset is packed with a number of “world first”. Among them are the first mobile processor with a 320-megapixel camera, a triple-exposure camera with 18-bit HDR, and 8K AV1 video playback.

Moreover, it is the first to have a 3.05GHz core, Mali-G710 GPU, and an AnTuTu benchmark score of more than one million. And then there’s also Bluetooth 5.3, and other connectivity firsts as well.

Given that MediaTek has so many hardware partners in the smartphone space, it won’t be long before the handset announcements begin. Based on its current standing we expect to see players like Oppo, Vivo, realme, Xiaomi, and OnePlus stepping up first. Then, depending on how the US market shapes up in 2022, we could also see familiar brands like Samsung and Motorola locally.

The new MediaTek SoC Dimensity 9000 is shaping up to be a very exciting release. Let me know which flagship device should go for this new SoC instead of a Snapdragon SoC.

Grab a lifetime subscriptions to Sticky Password Premium and VPN Unlimited for just $21

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If there’s one rule in the world of passwords, it’s that you shouldn’t use the same one for every app, service, or account. Get compromised in one place and you risk having yourself exposed elsewhere. No, you need individual, strong, secure passwords.

The problem, though, with having so many diverse and tough passwords is remembering them. What you’ll want is a password manager that handles your forms and accounts with one single, master password. This way you just enter the one you need to remember and the service does the rest.

We learned not that long ago about a massive “mother of all breaches” which leaked more than 773 million emails and 21 million passwords. Chances are very good that your someone you know are impacted in one way or another.

Our deal for you today is a lifetime subscription to Sticky Password Premium, a highly rated password manager. Normally valued around $150, you can get it for as low as $29.99. But that’s only part of the deal!

Sticky Password

  • Create strong, unique passwords, whenever & wherever you need them, on all of your devices
  • Never forget another password again
  • Automatically and securely save and fill all of your passwords across the web
  • Enjoy premium quality security for your all of your passwords & personal information
  • Automatically log-in to recognized sites
  • Choose between cloud-based or local storage for your password library
  • Fill out online forms instantly w/ saved information
  • Trusted technology — millions of people protected

Lifetime VPN Unlimited

In addition to the Sticky Password account you’ll also come away with a lifetime VPN Unlimited account. Good for up to five devices at a time, it’s the protection you want for browsing the internet and consuming content.

There are no speed or bandwidth limits, so you’ll still enjoy full browsing speeds, without the dangers of leaving your data exposed or the geographic restrictions set on certain websites abroad. More than 10 million customers globally have entrusted their online protection to KeepSolid VPN Unlimited, and the reviews speak for themselves.

Black Friday 2021 Deal

While the $30 bundle is already a tremendous package, we’ll do you one better. Enter promo code APPS30 at checkout and you’ll drop the price to just $21. A limited time offer, it’s an extra 30% to keep in your pocket.

Head to the AndroidGuys Deals Store and purchase your lifetime accounts to both Sticky Password Premium and VPN Unlimited for as low as $21.00. Hurry, and take advantage of the extra savings while it lasts.

Save even more!

In addition to the savings above, when you buy through AndroidGuys Deals, for every $25 spent, you get $1 credit added to your account. What’s more, should you refer the deal via social media or an email that results in a purchase, you’ll earn $10 credit in your account.

If this is your first time buying, then you are also eligible for a further 10% discount when you subscribe for email updates.

How about a freebie?

Not looking to spend any money today? That’s alright, we understand. Why not visit the AndroidGuys section for freebies and take something anyhow? Go ahead, grab two!

Tiny Room Stories: Town Mystery offers up 90s throwback PC game vibes

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Tiny Room Stories: Town Mystery is an isometric throwback to the days of 90s PC games with “I spy” mechanics. Find out what Luke thinks of the free title from Kiary Games.

Although it’s a newer title made for mobile devices this game feels like something you’d find in the mid-90s and we mean that in an endearing way.

You are a private detective. After receiving a letter from your father, asking for help, you go to the small town of Redcliff.
The city is completely empty. Where have all the inhabitants gone? What happened to your father?
This is what you have to find out. Explore the city, find clues, solve puzzles, open locks to advance your investigation. The game is a mixture of escape the room and classic quests.

Boost Mobile launches the Carrier Crusher plans

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This holiday season, Boost Mobile is coming out swinging. Beginning today, Boost looks to empower consumers with their first-ever plans to utilize the AT&T network. Boost Mobile’s new Carrier Crusher plans are here to show that Boost isn’t messing around.

The new plans take aim at the 85% of Americans who use under 10GB of data per month. Although most Americans don’t use more than 10GB of data a month, almost half of them are on unlimited plans. Boost plans to target those consumers who are paying for services that they don’t need.

Carrier Crusher Plans

  • For $100 a year, Boost will give you unlimited talk and text as well as 1GB of 5G/4G data.
  • For $240 a year, Boost will give you unlimited talk and text as well as 15GB of 5G/4G data.
  • For $25 a month, Boost will give you unlimited talk and text as well as 5GB of 5G/4G data.
  • For $15 a month, Boost will give you unlimited talk and text as well as 2GB of 5G/4G data.

Boost Mobile’s Carrier Crusher plans do not include taxes.

Boost Mobile was purchased by DISH when it entered the cellular marketplace in 2020. DISH is currently building out their own 5G network but operates off AT&T’s network for the time being. In time, DISH plans to cover the country with its own 5G network. Being new to the market, DISH may be looking to beat the UnCarrier T-Mobile at their own game.

Motorola unveils the $200 Moto G Power

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It’s the end of 2021 and while we are just starting to see rumors of phones like the OnePlus 10 and the Samsung Galaxy S22, others are starting to announce their 2022 phones a little early. Today, Motorola announced its new 2022 Moto G Power.

All about the power

Battery power that is. Motorola included a long-lasting 5000mAh battery. They claim it will keep the device running for up to three days on a single charge. Motorola included a 10W rapid charger to charge up the Moto G Power.

According to Motorola, with the Moto G Power, you can play music for 110 hours, watch 18 hours of video, and scroll around on social media for up to 17 hours.

The rest of the Moto G Power

The Moto G Power sports a 6.5-inch HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Going into 2022, a resolution of 1600 x 720 is nothing to write home about. It will be interesting to see how a 90Hz refresh rate looks on that low of a resolution.

It runs on a MediaTek Helio G37 with 4GB of RAM. It has 64GB or 128GB of built-in storage that can be expanded up to an additional 512GB using a MicroSD card.

It includes an 8MP front-facing camera capable of face unlock and a triple camera around the back. It has a 50MP main camera with a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth camera.

This Android 11 device also has a rear-mounted fingerprint reader and a headphone jack.

The device will be available at Republic Wireless and Metro by T-Mobile soon. It will be released for Verizon, Boost Mobile, Xfinity Mobile, AT&T, Cricket, US Cellular, and Google Fi sometime in the future. The Motorola Moto G Power has an MSRP of $199.99.

Wireless medical alert systems for seniors

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Wireless medical alert systems are products offering peace of mind to aging adults. They help to give them freedom to live safely and independently. Medical alert devices are not new. They have been available for decades in traditional landline versions that consist of a base station connected to a phone line. 

The base station dials up to three pre-programmed telephone numbers once the alarm is activated. Activation happens when someone presses the help button on the wristband or necklace pendant. Sometimes, activation is automatic in case of a fall. 

A medical alert system is different from other personal emergency response systems (PERS) like Life Alert. This is so because designers do it specifically for seniors rather than all adults. Wireless medical alerts do not depend on landline telephone service. They use wireless connectivity to connect the central station with the pendant or wristband worn by the user.

Choosing a medical alert system 

Medical alert systems for seniors are becoming more available in the marketplace. However, the choices can be overwhelming if you do not know what to look for when comparing different products.

Here is important information for guidance:

  • These systems must have a base station with a voice-dial feature that allows you to call your family members directly. This way you will feel more confident that someone is going to stay on the line with your loved one until help arrives.
  • It should also provide wellness check-ins, weather alerts and more. Therefore, these are important aspects to look into. 

Compare the costs before settling for your medical alert system and go for the most affordable option. Take advantage of promos and price waivers to save on your system. 

  • Beware of free subscriptions and know when billing starts. There is a new, growing concern where many people subscribe for “free” services, but then they start getting bills for the system. 

The majority of these products use an existing telephone line or cellular network to make calls. Therefore, there will not be an additional expense to the user.

Caution when using medical alert systems for seniors! 

Despite the help that comes with medical alert devices, you should always exercise caution when using them. Here are scenarios that should make you think more about how best to use these systems for your seniors: 

  • If they have fallen, it could take them longer than the 30-second response time to connect with the system. The person can press their help button until their 100th birthday. However, if incapacitation happens occurs after a fall, it might be difficult or impossible for them to make the call.
  • When people cannot go outside to get help by themselves, it might be a problem they are feeling ill or have fallen in their garden. 
  • While indoor, no-worry zones are available with the system. Therefore, all it takes is one time stepping out of the zone for things to get dangerous quickly. 
  • As people get older and stop driving, they will no longer be able to go out for groceries or other errands on their own. 
  • It is good for children to check in with their parents from time to time just to make sure that they are doing okay. Even if the parent insists that everything is fine, it is important to check-in and make sure that they are not becoming housebound.
  • When aging adults pose a danger to themselves or others, it is time to consider other options.

Wireless medical alert systems for seniors and other medical alert devices can be used along with a cane, walker or wheelchair. This enables seniors to go about their normal activities without having to worry about whether or not help will be available in case of emergencies. Having a wireless device to call for help will give senior citizens the security they need to enjoy their retirement years.

Final Thoughts 

Wireless medical alert systems for seniors offer the elderly a means of contact when they need help from professional caretakers. These alert systems for seniors help those who find themselves in a situation where they cannot reach their phone or any other communication device. In such cases, seniors will use wireless medical alerts to call for help. This happens by notifying the numbers that they provide after they activate the system.

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T-Mobile Black Friday deals start this Friday, for everyone.

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2021 has been an eventful year and with rising prices seemingly everywhere, T-Mobile has you covered. Beginning this Friday, November 19th, T-Mobile is bringing Black Friday deals to everyone. They have deals for new and existing T-Mobile, Sprint, and Metro customers. If you don’t want to wait for Black Friday, they have some solid offers.

Deals that require an Equipment Installment Plan (EIP) will see a monthly credit on their bill.

Magenta Max or Sprint Max Deals

  • You can get a free Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G (or up to $1000 off a Samsung Z Fold3 5G) on an EIP when adding a new line. If you aren’t adding a new line, you can get the same deal on an EIP when trading in an eligible device.
  • Up to $800 off a Samsung Galaxy S21 on an EIP when trading in an eligible device.
  • A free set of Samsung Galaxy Buds2 through a rebate when you get them with one of the above devices on an EIP.
  • Looking for something that isn’t Android. You can snag a free Apple iPhone 13 Pro (or $1000 off an iPhone 12 or 13 series) with an eligible trade-in. In addition, T-Mobile will throw in a free pair of 2nd generation AirPods and a free year of Apple TV+. The iPhone and AirPods must be purchased on an EIP.

All Other Postpaid Plans

  • T-Mobile will give you $500 a Samsung Z Flip3 5G or Samsung Z Fold3 5G when purchased on an EIP when adding a new line.
  • You can get up to $400 off a Samsung Galaxy S21 series on an EIP with the trade-in of an eligible device.
  • T-Mobile will give you 50% off an iPhone 13 Pro (or up to $500 off a different iPhone 12 or 13 device) with an eligible trade-in and 50% off a pair of 2nd generation AirPods. An EIP on both the iPhone and AirPods is required for this deal.
  • Buy one, get one on any two iPhone 12 or 13 models (up to $800 off) when purchasing on an EIP and adding a new line.

Other Deals

  • You can get a free Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite, Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, SyncUP KIDS Watch, or SyncUP Tracker when you add a mobile internet plan and purchase it on an EIP.
  • Grab a Samsung Chromebook GO for $150 when you add a mobile internet plan and purchase it on an EIP.
  • Get an Apple Watch SE 40mm for $99 or an Apple Watch SE 44mm for $150 when adding a qualifying line and purchasing it on an EIP.

Metro Customers

  • Beginning November 18, you can grab a free Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite via a virtual prepaid Mastercard. The device must be purchased with a qualifying data plan. You will receive the prepaid Mastercard after three months.
  • One line of unlimited talk, text, and 5G data for just $25 a month when switching and trading in an eligible device.

Channel your inner Vince McMahon with 80s Wrestling Mania Returns

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Ever wondered what it would be like to run your own independent wrestling organization? That’s exactly what you get with 80s Mania Wrestling Returns. Hear what Scott thinks of the free-to-play wrestling simulator in this episode.

Start out as an independent wrestling promoter who puts on shows at churches and bingo halls and work your way up the ranks. Build the best card, develop your babyface and heel personas, sell merch, and more!

Here’s your chance to score six months of Tello for just $49

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It’s nearing the end of the year and for a lot of people that means it’s time to upgrade phones or check out the deals and discounts available for various retailers and wireless carriers.

If you’re sick and tired of paying too much for your wireless service, maybe it’s time to consider a new one. Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) are one of the easiest ways to trim your cell phone bill. Why? Because you often end up with all the service you need with none of the extras, including fees.

One such MVNO is Tello who lets you build your own rate plans based on personal needs or budget. And when it comes to pricing, it’s really hard to beat. A plan with unlimited talk, text, and 2GB of high-speed data is just $14 per month.

As great as that sounds, we have an even better deal for you. Indeed, you can pick up six months of the aforementioned plan for just $49. That’s a little over 40% off an already-great price.

This means you can take that phone you’re already using and bring it to Tello; there’s no need to buy a handset.

About the Offer

Enjoy discounted mobile phone service with Tello’s Value Prepaid 6-Month Plan. This deeply discounted Tello wireless bundle includes unlimited talk & text plus 2GB/month, for the next 6 months.

Tello offers coast-to-coast wireless coverage on a top nationwide GSM network. Minutes to Canada, China, and Mexico are included in all plans at the same rate as domestic calls, plus you get a free hotspot. If the allotted data runs out, unlimited 2G data kicks in.

Tello gives new meaning to wireless freedom with no contract and absolutely no fees. After the initial 180 days, you can upgrade or downgrade your plan as needed.

Get Started!

Ready to break free from that carrier and the high monthly rate plan? Head to the AG Deals Store today and sign up for the offer before it’s gone! That’s six months of Tello’s 2GB data with unlimited talk and text for just $49.

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