If you are looking to gain an edge over your coworkers in 2021, you’ll need to do something they can’t. It doesn’t matter if you’re working side-by-side with people or remotely.
How much coding do you think your coworkers know? We bet it’s next to zero. You owe it to yourself, and maybe your family, to get out in front of the crowd. Why continue doing things the same way this year? Make yourself marketable or attractive to other employers.
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If there’s one thing the pandemic has taught a lot of us, it’s that our home computer setups are less than ideal.
It’s one thing to sit down every so often to catch up on email and social media. It’s an entirely different thing when you have to sit there for hours and days on end. PC gamers knew all of this long ago because they sit at their desks for marathon gaming sessions.
If you’re looking to shake things up around the home office, or need to get serious about your own gaming experience, listen up. The Quest 45″ Wide PC Gamer PC Desk is on sale in the AG Deals Store and it could be your new best friend.
The Quest desk features a large 45″ (wide) x 28.25″ (deep) gaming surface with a simulated carbon fiber finish and a beveled front cut out. Things brings you closer to the monitor without sacrificing room for accessories.
Gamers will love the features like the cup holder and headphone hook, both of which save desktop space. Moreover, it has a power console with three grounded outlet receptors and two USB charging ports, and a cord management hole. This is not only incredibly helpful, but it keeps things nice and tidy no matter what you’re doing on the PC.
Features
Get closer to the monitor without sacrificing room for your accessories w/ the 45″ wide x 28.25″ deep gaming surface
Save desktop space using the cup holder & headphone hook
Keep your accessories powered w/ the built-in power console’s 3 grounded outlet receptors & 2 USB charging ports
Organize your electrical cables w/ the cord management hole & cover
The Quest desk comes in a very sharp red and black powder-coated steel frame which is resistant to scratches and corrosion. Best of all, it’s backed by a five year warranty.
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Order your Quest gaming desk for just $219.99 from the AG Deals Store while it’s on sale. Hurry, that 26 percent discount won’t last forever.
T-Mobile earlier this week introduced its latest 5G smartphone plan, Magenta MAX, giving consumers even more value for their money. The service provider is back with a version of that plan aimed at subscribers 55 years and older.
The new Magenta MAX Unlimited 55 plan is priced $90 per month for two lines (with autopay) and includes unlimited talk, text, data and access to 5G at no extra cost. According to T-Mobile, the Max 55 plan’s speeds won’t be slowed based on usage, even if beyond 100GB.
For reference, the Magenta MAX plan for customers under the age of 55 is $85 for a single line. That is to say that the discount is certainly worth having for those qualify.
Americans 55+ rely on their smartphones more than ever these days. In fact, over the past two years, smartphone adoption has jumped from 70 percent to 77 percent among this group, and baby boomers are the fastest growing segment of mobile users spending 30% more time on mobile than they did a year ago.
The Magenta Unlimited 55 plan includes Netflix Basic on its family plans while the MAX Unlimited 55 plan has Netflix Basic for single lines and Netflix Standard on family plans. Other notable differences in the two plans include considerably more mobile hotspot and higher resolution video streaming.
Looking ahead, T-Mobile indicates that the Magenta MAX 55 will let subscribers have up to four lines on a plan, up from two.
T-Mobile outlines its two Magenta Unlimited 55 plans
Vietnamese manufacturer VinSmart has dipped its toes in the US phone market, thanks to a partnership with AT&T. The deal, which is reported to call for “nearly two million” smartphones, is already underway with phones under the AT&T Prepaid and Cricket brands.
The AT&T Fusion Z and Cricket Influence currently sell at AT&T Prepaid and Cricket Wireless for $40, respectively. As the price would indicate, these are entry-level devices in terms of hardware.
AT&T Fusion Z
AT&T Fusion Z
6.0-inch display
Qualcomm Snapdragon 215 processor
2GB RAM
16GB RAM (w/ microSD card for up to 64GB)
5-megapixel rear camera
5-megapixel front-facing camera
3,300mAh battery
Android 10 Go Edition
Cricket Influence
Cricket Influence
6.2-inch display
Qualcomm Snapdragon 460 processor
2GB RAM
32GB RAM (w/ microSD card for up to 128GB)
13-megapixel and 5-megapixel rear cameras
5-megapixel front-facing camera
3,300mAh battery
Android 10
VinSmart’s name is nowhere to be found on the phones, but it’s at least getting the chance to shine. Other companies have done a similar “white label” for phones and gone on to various levels of success. HTC, Alcatel, and TCL, are (or were) behind some of the carrier-branded handsets over the last few years.
AT&T had previously tapped Chinese manufacturer Tinno for carrier-branded phones; however, the US government has adopted a rather stringent attitude toward Chinese telecom companies in the last few years. AT&T’s move could be viewed as a bit of diversification.
AT&T, like other major wireless providers, is not only one that uses its towers. Indeed, there are other brands and services which pay for access to AT&T’s network.
Each of these mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) offers its own rate plans, phone selection, billing, and customer service. These companies simply rely on AT&T for cellular coverage.
If you have AT&T and want to switch providers, you might want to hold on to your device. After all, you paid for it and aren’t ready to give it up. Or, maybe you just love the coverage.
We’ve gathered up some of the cheapest rate plans you can find for the various carriers that use AT&T’s network. This isn’t every option available, but rather a list of the ones we like best.
For the money, customers receive unlimited talk and text with 6GB of high speed data as well international talk to more than 50 countries. Download speeds, for what it’s worth, are limited to 8Mbps and video streams are at 480p, both of which are par for the course for MVNOs. Sign up for automatic bill payment and save a few bucks each month.
Simply put, there are no other plans with this much high speed data at this price.
For $30 per month subscribers receive unlimited talk and text with 3GB of data. Given that the carrier’s target demographic is for senior citizen this ought to be plenty of data. In a related note, AARP members can save 5% on their monthly bill.
Customers receive unlimited talk and text with 10GB LTE data in this rate plan. Hit the data threshold and you’ll still have data, just slowed to 128Kbps, or what’s commonly referred to as 2G speeds.
Among the cheapest rate plans you’ll find with “unlimited” data, this $20 option gives subscribers 2GB of high speed access. Hit the threshold and speeds are slowed to 2G for the rest of the month, but that might not matter to its target users. Also comes with unlimited talk and text.
Pick up unlimited talk, text, and 5GB of high speed data for the price of a steak dinner. Of course, you can have more data after hitting the threshold, but it’s slowed to 2G for the rest of the billing cycle. Save a buck on your plan each month by signing up for automatic refills.
A new option from the carrier, this rate plan gives users unlimited talk and text for 30 days with up to 3GB of high speed data. Stay active on the plan and you’ll be able to carry unused data with you indefinitely. Save 5-10% on your bill with automatic bill payment.
This rate plan gives users unlimited talk and text for 30 days with up to 6GB of high speed data. Sign up for automatic bill payment and you’ll save $5 per month, or $60 per year. That’s like two months for free.
Users receive unlimited talk and text and up to 6GB of high speed data per month with speeds slowed after hitting the threshold. Nice and simple, just the way we like it.
For your money you’ll get unlimited talk and text with 10GB of high speed 4G LTE data each month. Once you reach the limit you’ll still get unlimited data but at 2G speeds.
A little different from the others, you’ll get up to 10GB of LTE data with your unlimited texts. The catch is that you’ll only get 250 minutes of talk time per month. Not to worry, tough, as your plan includes unlimited WiFi calling.
Unlimited talk and text are complimented by 3GB high speed data per month. As a bonus to sign up, new customers get the first month for just $15. Also includes free international calls to 80+ countries
The next version of Android just launched its first Developer Preview and looks to be officially arriving in the second half of the year. That means that the version currently getting all of the heavy development and usage is Android 11.
Android 11 is packed with great features and capabilities for developers. If you’ve ever wanted to create apps or dig deeper into the world’s most popular mobile operating system, the time is now.
There are few better, or more affordable, resources to do just that than with The Complete Android 11 Developer Bundle. On sale for just $39.99 in the AG Deals Store today, it’s an 11-course education for those with beginner and veteran status alike.
Through a nearly 300 lessons, you’ll get up to speed with general Android programming techniques, learning to code simple apps using Android Studio and Java. Additionally, you’ll come to understand the official Android coding language of Kotlin.
Once you’ve got a solid foundation, you’ll learn how to add interaction and experience elements to your apps via Java and other UI techniques.
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Get up to speed with the newest Android OS. Get The Complete Android 11 Developer Bundle for just $39.99 today.
Google on Tuesday announced a half dozen features set to arrive on Android in the coming weeks and months. A blog post on Google’s website details the forthcoming additions, each of which is different from the others.
Some will make things more safe and secure, others will enhance the experience in vehicles, and others will simply make life easier.
Password Checkup helps you keep your passwords safe and secure by notifying you if your credentials have been compromised.
Messages will now allow you to plan messages in advance with schedule send, so you can figure out what to say and when.
Talkback introduces new gestures, menus, settings, and more.
Assistant lock screen cards allow you to set timers, send texts, and play music hands-free without unlocking your phone.
Google Maps dark mode saves battery and makes things easier on your eyes.
Android Auto updates include custom wallpapers, voice-activated games for passengers, launcher shortcuts and a privacy screen.
While most of the features are more or less add-ons to the overall mobile experience, the Password Checkup is perhaps the biggest of the bunch. If anything, it’s the most critical improvement.
When users enter a password into an app using Autofill with Google, it will check the credentials against a list of known compromised passwords. Should your password have been stolen and posted online, you’ll get an alert and help for changing it.
Equally helpful for those who rely on it, Talkback gets smarter and makes Android even more accessible with the newest version. Working closely with the blind and low vision communities, Google has added highly requested features including “more intuitive gestures, a unified menu, a new reading control menu and more.”
Assistant will work better for users even phones are locked or across the room with at-a-glance cards that can be read from afar. To get the take advantage of this option, users will turn on Lock Screen Personal Results in Assistant setting and say, “Hey Google ” to send text messages and make calls.
Q-Games, who first introduced its PixelJunk Racers to the PS3 back in 2007, is back with a new title. This time, however, it is headed for a different platform. Indeed, its PixelJunk Raiders is coming to Google Stadia.
PixelJunk Raiders arrives on Stadia on March 1 for $20 as an exclusive title; however, it is free if you’re a Stadia Pro subscriber. This is the first PixelJunk title to be offered through Stadia games.
The action-adventure roguelike includes procedurally generated landscapes and State Share functionality, the new platform feature that transforms gameplay captures into a chance to try a playable slice of the game.
Players will work their way across dangerous landscapes, taking on mysterious aliens wreaking havoc on Planet Tantal. Moreover, players will scavenge procedurally-generated environments, meaning each session features unique settlements, canyons, and other terrain. There will be incentive to come back and invest your resources and upgrade weapons, unlock new skins, and more.
There are three other titles coming to Stadia in March, including another exclusive game.
PAC-MAN Mega Tunnel Battle – Stadia exclusive, largest PAC-MAN experience ever with 64 players
Reigns – Medieval strategy game that challenges players’ deductive reasoning
AVICII Invector – Launching March 1 into Stadia Pro, players mix their way across a universe of light and sound
Are you the proud owner of a Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphone? Congratulations, you’ve got one hell of a device — one of the best of the year. Now, let’s make sure that gorgeous phone doesn’t get scratched or broken, alright?
What follows are some of the best cases you’ll find for the Samsung Galaxy S21. The collection isn’t everything available, of course, but it is a pretty diverse selection. We like these brands and models and think you will, too.
Blu Element 2-in-1 Folio
Blu Element 2-in-1 Folio
Feel free to leave the wallet behind as this folio style allows for multiple credit cards and cash. It’s durable, stylish, and practical stuff and we love it. And best of all, it allows for easily attaching and removing the phone. Thanks, magnets! As low as $35.
Case-Mate Soap Bubble
Case-Mate Soap Bubble
Don’t be fooled by the flashy colors; this case has MicroPel antimicrobial protection. That means it’s as practical as it is stylish. And in today’s climate, that cleanliness is of utmost importance. As low as $40.
Vena vCommute
Vena vCommute
A terrific option for those who wish to leave the wallet or clutch behind, this case has a hidden card slot for IDs, credit cards, or transit cards. Designed with drops in mind, it can take a tumble up to 26 times from four feet. The built-in metal flap works great with magnetic car mounts and can also double as a kickstand. As low as $50.
ESR Metal Kickstand
ESR Metal Kickstand
Soft and flexible, this case provides protection against bumps without adding unwanted thickness. The highlight, however, lets you prop your handset up in both portrait and landscape orientation so you can film Tik Tok videos or watch YouTube clips. As low as $19.
Totallee
Totallee
When all you need is one ultra-thin layer of protection for your phone and don’t want to advertise any brands, this is the one you grab. As light as they come, these cases come with a two-year warranty. As low as $39.
Gear4 Crystal Palace
Gear4 Crystal Palace
When you have a phone with a gorgeous coat of paint, the last thing you wanna do is hide it under a boring case. This one is as clear as it comes and is slim, too, but it’s also tough. It’s equipped to handle drops up to four meters (13 feet), and will fights of germs. As low as $40.
Tech 21 EvoCheck Smokey/Black
Tech 21 EvoCheck Smokey/Black
Sturdy and strong yet not overly bulky, this case will safeguard against drops up to 12 feet. With just the right bit of thickness along the edges, you’ll appreciate the added lip around the camera. The accent design looks cool regardless of which color phone you have. As low as $40.
Incipio Grip
Incipio Grip
Having a phone case that handles drops is nice, but we don’t really want to worry about that do we? This case has multidirectional grip along the edges so your handset doesn’t go tumbling out of hand. But, unless it’s falling more than 14 feet you shouldn’t stress. Oh, and there’s a lifetime guarantee behind it all. As low as $40.
Survivor Strong
Survivor Strong
Minimal in design, there’s more going on here than meets the eye. Two layers of protection help keep your phone safe to big drops while it stays thin enough for wireless charging and zero interference in 5G connectivity. As low as $30.
Otterbox Defender
Otterbox Defender
One of the first names in true phone protection, this case keeps your beloved handset tucked away nice and snug. It’s built to handle crazy amounts of drops, is backed by a lifetime warranty, and comes with a holster belt clip that doubles as a kick-stand. As low as $65.
SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro
SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle Pro
This dual layer rugged case features a built-in kickstand that doubles as a ring holder. Oh, and it has a rotating holster, too. With a 20ft drop test rating it ensures no matter where you use this phone its accessible and protected. As low as $27.
Poetic Revolution
Poetic Revolution
With full 360-degree protection, this case has a sturdy back panel with a polycarbonate lip that houses a built-in screen protector. It’s a little on the bigger side, and it’s a tad tough to remove, but that just signals peace of mind to us. We’ve tried our to beat these cases up and they just don’t seem to budge. Bonus points for the built-in kickstand on the rear. As low as $19.
Spigen Liquid Air
Spigen Liquid Air
Constructed from a shock-absorbing TPU material, this thin case is tougher than it looks. Its patterned design is not only cool looking but it also makes it easier to hold your phone. As low as $20.
Speck Presidio2 Grip
Speck Presidio2 Grip
Soft to the touch, the case protects your phone from drops as high as 13 feet. It’s almost like having an airbag for your device. The textured grip makes it easy to hold your phone with one hand, even for taking pictures. As low as $45.
Samsung on Monday made a new commitment to provide Android OS and security updates for its Galaxy phones and other devices for a number of years after their initial release.
Specifically, Samsung promises support for at least three generations of Android upgrades on its devices. For instance, the Galaxy S20 series, which launched with Android 10 in 2020, will see three OS upgrades, starting with Android 11. According to Samsung, it will be among the first Galaxy devices to see that version of Android.
It’s not just flagship lines of phones that Samsung is backing, either. Indeed, it is also throwing the same support behind other models including the Galaxy A series, Galaxy Tab tablets, and foldable phones.
“As people hold onto their devices for longer, we are working to bring secure protection and exciting new features to the devices already in their hands. By supporting up to three generations of Android OS upgrade, we are extending the lifecycle of our Galaxy products and making a promise that we will provide a simple and secure mobile experience that takes advantage of the latest innovations as soon as they are available.”
Janghyun Yoon, Senior Vice President and Head of Software Platform Team, Mobile Communications Business at Samsung Electronics
As of today the list of eligible devices includes the following:
Galaxy S series: Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G, S20 Ultra, S20+ 5G, S20+, S20 5G, S20 in addition to S10 5G, S10+, S10, S10e, S10 Lite and upcoming S series devices
Galaxy Note series: Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G, Note20 Ultra, Note20 5G, Note20, Note10+ 5G, Note10+, Note10 5G, Note10, Note10 Lite and upcoming Note series devices
Galaxy Foldable devices: Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, Z Fold2, Z Flip 5G, Z Flip, Fold 5G, Fold and upcoming Z series devices
Galaxy A series: Galaxy A71 5G, A71, A51 5G, A51, A90 5G and select upcoming A series devices
Tablets: Galaxy Tab S7+ 5G, Tab S7+, Tab S7 5G3, Tab S7, Tab S6 5G4, Tab S6, Tab S6 Lite and upcoming Tab S series devices
