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NVIDIA SHIELD TV (with remote and controller) is on sale for $179 this week

Alexandra Arici
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Amazon’s Prime Day 2018 shopping event includes discounts on tech products from countless manufacturers including NVIDIA.

You can currently grab the SHIELD TV with a discount. The device, which is powered by an NVIDIA Tegra X1 processor and runs on Google’s Android TV platform is available for purchase for $179. Which is $20 off its regular price.

The model on sale has 16GB of storage on board and ships with a voice remote and a gaming controller.

NVIDIA isn’t limiting the sale just to Prime Day. Customers can grab the discounted SHIELD TV until Saturday, July 21. The promotion isn’t available only on Amazon. You’ll be able to get the discount from Best Buy, Fry’s and the official SHIELD Store.

Save up to 30% on this great product

There’s another SHIELD TV version which only comes with a remote and that’s on sale too. You can grab it for $149, discounted from $179. This promo will expire soon, so if you want the remote-only version, hurry up and place your order here!

The SHIELD TV is 4K HDR media streamer that also doubles as a Google Assistant-compatible device that gives you control over your home. For example, you can ask it to stream Netflix to your TV, shuffle your favorite playlist or turn off the lights in the kitchen.

It also gets frequent updates. Although the last one ran into a few issues. After a false start at the end of May, the Android 8.0 Oreo update started rolling out again towards the end of last month.

The new update overhauls the user interface bringing new sections on the left side on the screen. Here you’ll find your favorite apps, play next section and channels.

You also get improved support for game controllers like Shield controller, Xbox 360 and DualShock controller.

Don’t forget! You have until Saturday to get the NVIDIA SHIELD TV with a discount!

New Android phone? Do this first!

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We have all been there: You pick up your nice new shiny Android device and jump straight into the Google Play Store, download your favorite apps and games. Before you know it, you’re off and running and everything is grand.

There’s something you should do before installing all those apps. Indeed, the first thing you should do is download Find my Device, an app available in the Google Play Store.

Editor Note: Some of these features might only work on newer phones, running 8.0 or later.

It’s possible the app isn’t installed or enabled out of the box, but will be a lifesaver if you ever misplace your Android device. Why? What does it do? As the name indicates, it allows you find your phone, down to its last known location.

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Simply sign in with your Google account and your device will be linked to your account. The service uses a combination of WiFi and GPS to pinpoint the device location and provide a record on-demand of where it was last seen – super useful for if it goes missing.

To use Find My Device, your lost Android device must:

  • Be turned on
  • Be signed in to a Google Account
  • Be connected to mobile data or Wi-Fi
  • Be visible on Google Play
  • Have Location turned on
  • Have Find My Device turned on

Tracking your device is just as simple – head to android.com/find where you’ll see a map of your device(s) last known location. You’ll also be able to make the device ring loudly from here, which is super helpful for when I lose my phone!

READ: Want to sell your phone? Here’s what to do during and after the sale?

There may be times when the phone is simply out of cellular or WiFi service and you want to protect your data. For this, you can issue a remote wipe command and even if the device is offline, it will automatically delete all your data and wipe the device next time it gets a connection.

We also love the tool for other devices linked to your Google account. Done right, you can track you smartwatch, tablet, or anything else that might be hiding in plain sight.

As you can tell, Find my Device is incredibly important to protect your new Android device. We think it’s important enough that it ought to be the first thing you set up on your brand new phone. Go ahead and switch it on now if you haven’t already!

Best ten accessories for the OnePlus 6

Alexandra Arici
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Thinking of getting the new and shiny OnePlus 6, perhaps in red? Or, maybe you prefer the other, more traditional options? Whichever the case, you might want to consider investing in a few accessories for the device as well.

While OnePlus offers a range of official OP6 accessories on its website, third-party manufacturers also offers some compelling extras that will help you make the most of your phone.

For this article we’ve rounded up ten of our favorite OP6 accessories including protective cases, earbuds, power banks and more.

OnePlus 6 official cases

Brought to you by OnePlus itself, the official cases are a great and stylish way to protect your phone from accidents. You have a few options to choose from including:

  • Bumper Case Ebony Wood/Karbon/Nylon Black – $24.95
  • Protective Case Karbon/Sandstone – $19.95
  • Silicone Protective Case Red – $19.95
  • Flip Cover -$19.95

Or you can opt for a bundle. For example, the Dual Protection Bundle pairs a Protective Case and a Silicone Case/Flip Cover for $42.65. Alternatively, the Total Protection Bundle includes a Protective Case and a Tempered Glass Screen Protector. It costs $37.90.

Buy official OP6 cases

Otterbox case for OnePlus 6

 

Interestingly, the OnePlus official shop also offers a third-party case for the OP6. It’s made by Olixar and is available in Indigo or Black.

It’s not something those who like the sleek, elegant curves of the OP6 will appreciate because the Olixar case is quite bulky. Even so, it offers two-layer protection with soft insider layer and hard outer layer.

You can get it if you have $30 to spare.

Buy Otterbox’s case for the OP6

Dbrand OnePlus 6 skin

Want something more unique? Something that screams you? Well, then you should check out Dbrand. This is a company that makes custom skins for smartphones that are super thin.

You can create your own skin using different materials including carbon fibre, metal, stone, wood and more. On top of that, you can pick the colors for the phone’s back, camera and logo. Prices vary, but the skin you see above will cost you around $14.

Create your OP6 skin at Dbrand

OnePlus Bullets Wireless

Wireless earbuds are all the rage right now. So naturally OnePlus offers a pair of Bullets Wireless buds that are compatible with your new OP6. The audio accessories offer sweat and rain resistant, have magnetic controls and are made of aluminum alloy.

The best part is that they are dash charge compatible. According to the company, a 10-minute charge will give you up to 5 hours of music playback.

The Bullets Wireless will take you back with $69. However, be warned that they might be sold out in some regions. For example, in the US you can no longer buy them. Although we expect the stock to be replenished soon.

Buy OnePlus Bullets Wireless

OnePlus Bullets (V2)

Find the Bullets Wireless too expensive? Or they are simply not available in your region anymore? Then you might want to consider the OnePlus Bullets (V2).

The earbuds manage to offer a very great audio quality and cost only $19.95. They are also very light and take advantage of the company’s patented flat-wire design for a tangle-free experience.

Buy OnePlus Bullets (V2)

Orzly Ultimate Pack

Don’t have a lot of money left to spend on accessories? Not to worry. The Orzly Ultimate Pack has you covered.

For only $19.99, you can get a bundle which includes a total of 8 items:

  • Three OnePlus 6 cases (Orzly Wallet Stand Case, Orzly FlexiCase and Orzly Lux Case)
  • Tempered Glass Screen
  • USB Type-C Charging Cable
  • Car Charger
  • Stylus Pen
  • Ring Stand

Pretty sweet isn’t it?

Buy Orzly Ultimate Pack

Anker PowerCore battery pack

The OnePlus 6 has a pretty great battery life and thanks to dash charge it can be recharged fairly quickly. But if you’re planning a trip and want to make sure your phone doesn’t run out of battery while you’re frantically taking pictures of every tourist attraction, you’ll need a battery pack. Like the Anker PowerCore.

The external battery has 20,100 mAh battery capacity and 4.8A output. Thanks to Anker’s PowerIQ and VoltageBoost, it can deliver the fastest possible charge to your device.

The PowerCore fully recharges itself in 10 hours with a 2 amp charger. It’s available for purchase for $47.99 in Black and White.

Buy Anker PowerCore

Olixar Premium HD Camera Lens Kit

The OP6 can take better pictures compared to the OP5T, at least in low-light environments. But if you want to get even finer results, we suggest you invest in a set of smartphone lenses like the one offered by Olixar.

The 3-in-1 HD lens kit includes a 180-degrees fisheye, super wide-angle and 15x macro lenses that will help you step your game up in terms of photography.

The Premium Camera Lens Kit currently sells for $16.99.

Buy Olixar Premium HD Camera Lens Kit

OnePlus Dash Car Charger

Another one from OnePlus for those who use the car most days. The charger can juice up your OP6 from 0 to 60% in only 30 minutes. Crafted from a single block of anodized aluminum, the charger is also quite pleasing to look at.

It’s always recommended to use official accessories when you can, so the OnePlus car charger might be a valuable asset for frequent drivers. It’s available from the official shop for $29.95 a pop.

Buy OnePlus Dash Car Charger

Adonit Mini 3 Precision Stylus

Ever dreamed of using your OnePlus 6 with a stylus? With the Adonit Mini 3, you can do just that. Designed for smartphones, the precision stylus lets you easily take notes or doodle on your phone when inspiration strikes.

You can get creative on your OP6, if you have an extra $27.99 to spend on this stylus

Buy Adonit Mini 3 Precision Stylus

The best Google Play Store tips and tricks for Android users

Alexandra Arici
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For many, using the Google Play Store is limited to searching for apps or tapping the Install button. But the Play Store includes a bunch of lesser-known features to help you optimize the experience.

Whether you’re a new Play Store user or you’re looking to get the most out of this app, here’s a list of useful tips and tricks you should definitely try out.

Use parental controls

If you have children in your home, you might want to restrict them from downloading and installing apps/games that are not meant for them.

It’s quite easy to set a filter in the Google Play Store. Go to Settings>User Controls>Turn on Parental Controls>Set the restrictions.

Once in place, your child will have to enter your PIN each time he or she tries to download something inappropriate.

Prevent other people from buying on your account

Many people share a phone with someone else in the household, including kids. So if you linked your credit card to the Play Store, chances are high they will end up making a purchase without your permission.

To prevent this, restrict app purchases by enabling authentication from the Play Store. Go to Settings>Require authentication for purchases>For all purchases through Google Play on this device.

Also, if you’re smartphone has a fingerprint scanner you can also turn on the Fingerprint authentication options under User controls.

Get a refund

If the inevitable happs, you should know you can request a refund. But you need to act fast. A Refund option should appear next to the Install and Open buttons. You can tap refund within two hours of your purchase and get your money back no questions asked.

If the 2-hour window has passed, open a browser on a computer and type in this address: https://play.google.com/store/account. Scroll down to view your order history. Find the app in question and click on the three dots on the right. Select Request a refund. Complete the form and submit it. You should get an answer within 15 minutes.

Install an app on your smartphone directly your computer

You’re browsing on your desktop and stumble upon an app that you find interesting. But you’re too lazy to go in search of your phone.

No worries, you can install the app directly from your desktop. Visit Google Play on your computer’s web browser, authenticate with your Google account, chose which device you want the app to be installed to. And click Install.

The desired app will download and install automatically on your phone. Easy, breezy!

Search apps by developer

Are you a super big Candy Crush fan? See what else King has to offer. An easy way to do so is to use pub:developer name when you’re searching for apps.

This will filter the results and only show you apps that were developed by a particular game studio.

Stop apps from updating automatically

It’s so annoying when the Google Play Store starts updating exactly the app you want to use right now. To stop this from happening, simply go to Settings>General>Auto-update-apps>Do not auto-update apps.

The Play Store also allows you to disable auto-updates selectively. Go on the app’s page in the Play Store, tap on the menu button at the top-right and uncheck Auto-update.

Update all your Android apps in bulk

Once you decide not to let your apps update automatically, you’ll need to manually do so. Fortunately, you don’t have to update each at a time.

The Google Play Store lets you update your apps in bulk. Simply tap on the hamburger menu in the left top corner (or swipe from left to right), then tap on My apps & games. From there, tap on the Update all button.

Master & Dynamic MH30 on-ear headphones for only $200 in limited sale

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To celebrate the growing success of Amazon and the company’s Prime Day event, Master & Dynamic are joining in. Master & Dynamic is offering its MH30 on-ear headphones for sale. The headphones usually are priced at $300 but will be available online for $200, only while Prime day is going on. You do have to use a coupon code to access the deal, contrary to Amazon’s sales, the code is ‘MH30FLASH’.

If you think you’ve heard of the Master & Dynamic brand here before we wouldn’t blame you. We’ve reviewed the company’s MW50 and MW60, wireless versions of their on-ear and over-ear headphones and came away impressed. Master & Dynamic is a company that takes pride in its products, not only with their build but also their presentation. If you’ve never had a luxury audio product before this is the best time to invest. With the sale going on, it is more than easy to start a new life in audio with the MH30.

Check out some of the features about the MH30 below:

  • Sophisticated design, premium leathers, and machined metals for unmatched style and durability
  • Precision-tuned custom 40mm neodymium drivers provide a rich, expansive and warm sound signature
  • Lambskin-wrapped, removable memory foam ear pads provide superior comfort and breathability
  • Two heavy-duty woven cables, one with separate mic and remote, for greater voice clarity
  • 2 Year Warranty. Includes canvas carrying case, leather cable box, & 3.5/6.3mm gold-plated adapter

To grab these headphones, in a variety of 5 color finishes, visit Master & Dynamic’s website listed below. The sale is only live until tomorrow, July 17th. Remember to use the coupon code and let us know what you think.

Master & Dynamic MH30 Link

Emporio Armani Connected 2018 is the fashion brand’s new and improved Wear OS smartwatch

Alexandra Arici
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Fashion brand Emporio Armani is spearheading Wear OS efforts this summer with a refreshed model of its original Connected smartwatch.

The 2018 model brings some notable upgrades to the table including a heart rate sensor, GPS and NFC technology to use for Google Pay. Even so, the Emporio Armani Connected 2018 still runs on the aged Snapdragon 2100 platform. Which, according to a report dating back from May, it’s bound to be replaced soon. Apparently, Qualcomm is working on a new wearable chipset that’s expected to launch this fall.

Given that a new dedicated processor and a flagship device are in the pipeline, it might be worth to consider postponing your Wear OS smartwatch acquisition plans. For the time being.

Emporio Armani’s smartwatch puts an emphasis on style

But the Connected 2018’s appealing design makes it hard to ignore. It’s a 43 x 49 mm watch made from stainless steel that’s offered in a range of elegant finishes. Customers will be able to grab it in silver, black, blue, green or rose gold with rubber link bracelets. A Milanese loop option will also be available.

The smartwatch packs a circular 1.19-inch AMOLED screen and a battery that’s said to be able to support up to 2 days of use. We should also mention the wearable is waterproof and comes with Google Assistant built-in.

Pricing is set to start at $295 and interested parties will be able to pick it up before the end of this month (in select locations). The smartwatch should become more widely available in September.

In related news, it seems LG is also gearing up to launch two Wear OS smartwatches. And according to a recent leak, the Korean company might unveil the two devices as soon as this month.

One of these watches could be the LG Watch Timepiece that leaked back in May. The wearable has been rumored to be a digital/analog hybrid watch packing a 1.2-inch circular LCD display and IP68 certification. But we doubt the LG Watch Timepiece will be as stylish as the new Emporio Armani watch.

T-Mobile has deals on top Android phones in time for back to school

Jason England
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T-Mobile has some great deals for all you back to school shoppers, but you don’t have to be a parent or a student to enjoy these deals.

Starting today when you buy a Samsung Galaxy S9 you get a second one free. You can also save up to a whopping $720 on a second Samsung Galaxy S9+ or S8 Active with the purchase of one.

The deals are available for a limited time

Don’t worry all you LG fans because T-Mobile has you covered as well offering up to $720 off select phones including the LG G7, G6, V30, Aristo 2+, K30 or Stylo 4 when you purchase the LG G7 or V30.

In order to get these great deals, all you have to do is add a new line with T-Mobile ONE when purchasing the phones with T-Mobile’s interest-free Equipment Installation Plan. The only downside is you’ll have to wait to get your money back through bill credits over a 24 month billing period.

The deals don’t stop there, but you’ll have to wait until July 20th to save $400 on the Samsung Galaxy S8 dropping it down to $199 or get the Note8 for $399 for a savings of $440. However, you’ll have to add a line with EIP and the savings come through bill credits over a 24 month period.

These offers won’t last forever and they are available for new and existing customers. So grab them while you can and check out the deals hub for more information.

Have a Wear OS or Tizen smartwatch? Try Facer’s new Watch Face Games

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Facer, the watch face customization platform for Wear OS and Tizen smartwatches, is taking things to a new level.

The company just unveiled Watch Face Games, a series of mini-games that are always active on your smartwatch and waiting for you to start playing. Facer calls this “ambient gaming”.

In addition to being always on, the new mini-games are also integrated with the sensors on your watch. So the data collected, such as heart rate or steps taken, can be used in the games in real-time.

For the time being Facer offers a short selection of games which are available for Wear OS or Tizen smartwatches.

These titles include:

  • Your Beast Friend – a virtual pet game in which you are tasked to geed a tiny creature living on your wrist with the buys randomly appearing on your watch face. The more you feed it, the more it grows.

  • Dino Catcher – Help Dino find her lost family by traveling the world and finding her missing relatives. Players have to increase their step count if they want to succeed in the game.

  • World Cup Shooutout! – Challenges you to score the most goals in 1 hours. When the game detects an elevated heart rate, like when you’re out for a run, it will give you a sprint bonus. You’ll also be able to see your player rush towards the goal.

  • Rock, Paper, Scissors – The classic game is available on your watch. Just look at your watch face to play. The higher you score, the more customization options you can unlock including animations, colors and more.

The first three games are developed by Facer itself, while the last is offered by GRR Watchfaces. Two other games by TOMAJA Design are also available. Check out the whole collection here.

Only World Cup Shootout! is free, you’ll have to purchase the other games if you want to try them out on your watch. To download the games, you’ll need to get the Facer app from the Play Store.

While the selection is quite limited at the moment, we expect more titles to be added soon.

Deal: BOGO Android phones at Verizon and more just in time for back to school

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It’s almost time to send the kids back to school and you know what that means. Time to break out your wallet and pick up supplies. If a new phone is on your list, then Verizon has good news for you. Thanks to its back to school sale, you can pick up some of the hottest Android phones with their buy one get one deal.

Phone Deals

For a limited time, pick up the Samsung S9, Pixel 2, or Moto Z 2 Force and get the second one free. This deal is available for upgrades and switchers. The only catch is the discount comes in the form of a bill credit over 24 months and you have to activate a new line.

If those are a little outside of your price range or you’re just looking for a simple phone with a few smart features, then you’ll want to check out the Kyocera Cadence LTE flip phone. It provides you with all the basics along with lightning fast speeds, dual-mic noise cancellation, and large easy to use buttons for only $89.99.

Main specs:

  • 4-inch QVGA display with 240 x 320 resolution
  • 16GB of internal expandable storage (up to 32GB)
  • 2-megapixel main camera
  • 1,430 mAh battery

JBL Headphone Deals

If you’re a music lover then these next deals will be right up your alley and don’t worry you don’t have to be a Verizon customer to get them. First up is the wireless on-ear JBL E45BT for only $99.

However, if you’re more interested in a pair of Google Assistant enabled headphones you’ll want to check out the JBL Everest 110AG for $99 or the JBL Everest 310AG. The JBL Everest 110AG will work for all of you looking for a smaller pair of in-ear headphones, while the JBL Everest 310AG is for the fans of larger on-ear headphones.

Saturday Savings: Tech and Gear on sale this weekend

Andrew Myrick
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As we are gearing up to see the fury that is Amazon Prime Day, there are still a few days left. Starting on July 16th, Amazon will have a boatload of items on sale, but there are some sales starting now.

In today’s edition of Saturday Savings, you can see a great sale on the Amazon Echo Show, which has been discounted by $100. Additionally, there are some great deals on accessories like the iHome Bluetooth Speaker for the Echo Dot.

Save on new tech

Amazon Echo Show – $229.99 $129.99

It’s been a little bit over a year since we saw Amazon debut the Echo Show. The latest in the Echo lineup provides an interactive touchscreen display, along with respectable speakers.

To help celebrate Prime Day 2018, Amazon is kicking things off early by offering the Echo Show for just $129.99. This is a savings of $100, and is definitely worth the look if you live in the Amazon ecosystem.

Buy the Amazon Echo Show!

Save on Accessories

iHome Color Changing Speaker for Echo Dot – $59.99 $41.99

Keeping with the trend of Amazon Echo products, we have the iHome Bluetooth Speaker for the Echo Dot. You simply place your Echo Dot in the holster at the top of the speaker and can play music or content to your heart’s content.

What makes this speaker even more awesome is that it changes colors automatically. Normally, this speaker is priced at almost $60, but you can get one today for just $41.99.

Buy the iHome Echo Dot Bluetooth Speaker

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