Best Xfinity Mobile plans in 2024
If you're already an Xfinity customer, you may be able to save on wireless service with an unlimited Xfinity Mobile plan
If you get your TV or internet through Xfinity, there’s no doubt that you’ve seen an ad for Xfinity Mobile. Xfinity Mobile uses Verizon coverage in tandem with Xfinity WiFi hotspots to provide mobile phone service for its customers. With Xfinity, you can get up to 50GB of high-speed data on its top Unlimited Plus plan, but for many people, the cheaper Unlimited plan will make more sense. Xfinity Mobile, while it requires Xfinity home internet service to sign up, is a good value with multiline savings and deals on new phones, tablets, and smartwatches.
A 2024 version of cable's Disney Channel may come to Disney+
Everything old is new again, taking a page out of Paramount's book
In a recent report (from The Information) it has been revealed the video streaming service Disney+ is possibly exploring always-on channels, linear content that airs just like over-air and cable TV. While some services are already doing this, like Paramount's Pluto, one has to wonder why consumers moved away from regular linear TV to begin with, almost like we were sick of the commercialization of the cable services we were paying a pretty penny to use. Clearly, Disney has not received the memo after all these years, and so the latest trick up its sleeve is to repackage some of its Disney+ streaming content so that it airs a selection of shows continuously on a set schedule, which sure sounds like the torture of yesteryear wrapped up in a recurring monthly fee, just like the cable services we all left for greener streaming pastures.
Pixel 7a plummets to its lowest price yet with an aggressive $150 discount
One of our favorite budget phones has never been cheaper
If you're looking for a great phone on a budget, then you won't find any better than the Pixel 7a. This is one of our favorite budget devices in 2024 thanks to its great design, excellent cameras, and fantastic software. Perhaps one of the few complaints we had about this handset is that it was priced higher than its predecessor, putting it within spitting distance of the Pixel 7.
Verizon vs. Google Fi: Are Fi's features worth it?
While Verizon's data-heavy unlimited plans make sense for some heavy users, lighter users could save with one of Google Fi's plans
Whether you’re looking for international data or just want tight Pixel phone integration, Google Fi is an appealing carrier. If you need a lot of data, however, Verizon starts to make a lot more sense. With no cap on its plans, you don’t need to worry about your data being slowed due to heavy usage. Both plans feature multiline discounts, so if you’re bringing the family along, you can get some extra savings. Keep in mind, though, that all members need to be on the same plan with Google Fi, while Verizon customers can mix and match plans to fit individual needs.
Pokémon Go wants to get you outside this spring with some quality updates
The new updates are pretty, but there's not much else to dig into
Pokémon GO is starting to get old in game years, but despite this fact, there is still a thriving community surrounding it. There are numerous Facebook and Discord groups around the world that exist solely to organize in-person gatherings and facilitate trades. Similar online communities have set themselves to the task of peeking behind the curtain of the game to suss out all of its secrets. Even so, the one-time jewel in the Pokémon game line-up is starting to lose players and cultural relevance. In order to stem these losses, Niantic is pushing out a series of quality-of-life updates over the next month that it’s calling “Rediscover Pokémon GO.”
Garmin offers a range of smartwatches and fitness trackers with health features, class-leading battery life, and durability. Garmin also offers contactless payments from your wrist. When checking out at the store, you don't need to pull out your bank card or your phone to complete payments. Garmin Pay is available on most of its wearables and supports major financial institutions worldwide. If you use a compatible Garmin wearable and bank, set up Garmin Pay after pairing it to your phone. Read along to learn to use Garmin Pay.
How to improve battery life on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
Reduce unnecessary battery drain on the Z Fold 5
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 has a 4,400mAh battery, the same as its predecessor. When we tested the phone, it could reach more than seven hours of screen-on time while navigating with GPS and playing music over a cellular connection. However, for other members of Android Police, the phone was often barely able to reach five hours of screen-on time.
Apple's iCloud cloud storage service is easy to use and packed with useful features. Even though it doesn't compete with Google in terms of free storage space (5GB vs. 15GB), it never hurts to have a bit more cloud storage. If you're ready to dip your toes in the Apple waters, we put together a comprehensive guide to get you started creating an iCloud account on an iOS device, a Mac, a PC, or on the web, which is handy if you use one of the best Chromebooks that doesn't have a large amount of onboard storage.
Files by Google has long been a useful app, whether using it on a tablet, PC, or one of the best Google Pixel phones. It's well-organized, easy to use, and has an intuitive interface for quickly sorting and managing files. It also has deep functionality, like scanning documents, cleaning up storage on your device, and sharing files across platforms. Google made a good thing better by adding Smart Search to files. Here's how to take advantage of everything Smart Search offers.
Motorola's new Edge lineup is here, and there's good news for the US
Motorola is expanding availability of its Edge lineup in North America, and has new earbuds out today
Today's market is saturated with a plethora of budget Android smartphones that offer a compelling hardware and software combination at a competitive price range. Motorola has long ruled the roost at this cheaper price range, but in recent years it's begun offering premium options like the Edge (2023) and Edge+ (2023) too, and is ready to continue that with a 2024 line of Edge handsets.
Roblox is one of those apps that shines in the background, constantly trucking along with new and improved content. Roblox has reaped success as a gaming platform thanks to its thriving community and the sheer creativity of its registered users. It doesn't matter if you play on a PC, iPhone, or a sleek Android gaming phone; everyone can join and contribute to this wonderful community.
Android gaming handhelds and PC gaming handhelds are on the rise. You have many choices for gaming on the go, including the Asus ROG Ally. The ROG Ally offers 512GB of SSD storage space by default. This moderate amount of space gets used fast when downloading hefty games like Starfield (125GB). If you need more space, consider buying microSD cards. These cards can expand storage on the ROG Ally by two or threefold. This guide illustrates how to install games onto your ROG Ally's SD card.
It's taken a few years, but Wear OS smartwatches can now compete with the best wearables in the business — including the Apple Watch. The software has gone through multiple levels of refinement, with Wear OS 4.0 bringing better performance and stability. It offers intuitive features that aid fitness, provide notifications, and enhance everyday usability, making it the perfect companion for today's best Android phones.
Best OnePlus Open cases in 2024
Got yourself the OnePlus Open foldable? Here are the best cases to protect your new acquisition
OnePlus's first attempt at a foldable smartphone has resulted in the OnePlus Open. The feature-loaded device earned a rave review from us for its design, excellent displays, high-end specs, and capable cameras. And while it does have a couple of shortcomings — like the exclusion of wireless charging support, and the slightly buggy OxygenOS software — the phone is already being touted as one of the best foldables around.
Google Chrome for desktop is an evolved browser, and although all its features aren’t ported over to Android, Chrome for Android is still one of the best web browsers for the OS. The address bar at the top, or the Omnibox, and Google likes to call it, is a great way to get started browsing the web — You can enter a URL, Search query, or navigation command for Chrome settings. Now, Google is adding AI to the mix with Gemini support in the omnibox.
Android 15 offers a glimpse of new Pixel Launcher animations
The changes include new animations, widget recommendations across categories, and more
All Google devices ship with Pixel Launcher as their default launcher. While there are quite a few things we hate about Google's launcher, it is still relatively customizable and packs valuable features, including At a Glance widget integration. With Android 15, Google plans to further improve the Pixel Launcher by introducing some quality-of-life improvements. A new report has detailed some of these changes.
Android 15 might let your phone wirelessly charge your trackers and styluses
Google could be working on adding NFC wireless charging support to Android 15
Wireless charging has become super common over the past few years. Smartphones and accessories love it for the convenience it brings compared to wired charging. Plus, it's leveling up with features like fast charging and even reverse wireless charging. But fitting all that tech inside a device can be tricky, especially for smaller gadgets like wearables and tracker tags. So, the NFC Forum came up with a handy solution in 2020: using NFC chips for wireless charging instead of bulky coils. Until now, however, big platforms like Android haven't fully jumped on board, but Google seems to be changing that with Android 15.
There isn't a shortage of free movie websites. These websites stream content that isn't available on Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Paramount+, and other paid platforms. Their content library and streaming quality may vary in your region, and some websites have ads and trackers. We compiled the best free movie streaming sites to watch new movies at home, comply with copyright laws, and keep your devices safe. Many have apps for your Android projectors, phones, smart TVs, and other gadgets. You'll find them on the Google Play Store and the iOS App Store for iPhones. Let's dive into them.
WhatsApp Web is getting a redesigned sidebar
WhatsApp Web's new design hoped to give users a better experience — but will it, though?
If you're using WhatsApp on your tablet or on another device, you may have noticed the features are largely the same as they are on your phone. From time to time, WhatsApp changes its design to keep its users interested and give them something nicer to look at — for example, the latest change brings more thumbnail previews to chats, hoping to give users better clarity when media is shared. WhatsApp Web is also going through a change, but when will you get it?
Fortnite is one of the most popular video games on the planet. Whether you're a gamer, a social media user, or a tech-adverse person, you've probably heard of the game. A Chromebook is the last device you would think of playing Fortnite on because it doesn't pack the hardware equivalent of a gaming device. You can play Fortnite on the great gaming Chromebooks, but the process isn't as straightforward as other devices. Here are the ways to make it happen on your Chromebook.