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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G on AT&T now receiving Android 11-based One UI 3 update
The first US carrier to send the OTA out
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- AT&T's Galaxy Z Flip 5G is now receiving the Android 11 / One UI 3 update. The file weighs in at a massive 2.2GB and comes with the December 2020 security patch. Let us know if you've received this update on your AT&T Z Flip 5G.
Samsung has been testing its Android 11-based One UI 3.0 software for months, and now it looks like another device is beginning to receive its official stable channel update. Owners of the 5G-enabled Galaxy Z Flip might be getting an OTA treat just in time for the holidays.
Nest Cam Indoor 3-pack is back down to $248 (~$100 off)
Secure your own nest with these Nest cameras
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Nest products offer some of the tightest integration with Google Assistant around, and right now, you can grab a pack of 3 Nest Cam Indoor security cameras direct from Google on eBay for just $248. That's roughly $100 in savings on a package of cameras that offer all the home security essentials you need.
Google's upcoming smart display might use radar to track your sleep
Soli can see you even when the nightlight is off 🌝
Earlier this week, we learned that Google is preparing a new smart home device for a possible release this year. FCC documents showed it has a display screen, uses a 14V power supply, and comes equipped with the same Soli motion-sensing technology used by the Pixel 4 and Nest Thermostat. Now a new report claims that the sensor could be used to power a surprising new inclusion: sleep tracking.
Bose's new earbuds don't actually go in your ears
Stay aware of your surroundings while looking like a businessperson from the early 2000s
There are plenty of truly wireless earbuds on the market, but not many of them can claim to be as unique as the new Bose Sport Open Earbuds. They're IPX4 rated, can go for 8 hours of battery life on a single charge — and make virtually no skin contact, sitting above the ear and allowing listeners to stay aware of their surroundings in a way that practically no other earbud can do.
Verizon's 3G network is sticking around — at least for now
The company is backing down from previously scheduled shutdown plans
With how much Verizon has been hyping its 5G capabilities of late, some might be surprised to learn that the carrier's 3G network is still in operation. And what might be even more surprising is that, despite past statements about scheduling a shutdown, Verizon is now saying it has no pending plans to retire 3G.
Google Docs picking up smart compose and autocorrect for comments
It will soon correct you while you try to correct others
Google Docs is more important than ever these days due to the amount of people working, learning, and collaborating from home, and Google's keeping it up-to-date with the regular release of new features. Smart compose and autocorrect started rolling out to some users last year, and now both features are coming to Docs comments, to help make adding those to documents easier, smarter, and more grammatically correct.
Samsung Health's new Group Challenge feature lets you compete with friends for top fitness stats
Shaming your slow-paced friends has never been this easy
The last time we wrote about Samsung Health, it was because the app was actually losing a few features. That's not the case today, as Samsung has announced an expansion of the app's Challenge mode in the form of a new Group Challenge that lets you share fitness stats and compete against a group of friends.
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- We're able to confirm on one of our Pixel 5s that the January 2021 patch does indeed fix the loud system sounds issue, as they're controlled by the slider once again.
Pixel phones offer the best of Google — bugs and all. The flagship Pixel 5 is packed with a lot of good stuff, but it also occasionally seems to include a more frustrating feature: a bug that makes all system sounds play at maximum volume no matter how soft you try to set them.
Google Podcasts website adds subscription feed to make finding new episodes easier
It's slowly becoming a more viable platform for podcast listeners
Google Podcasts has had a long road to walk in order to compete with more fully featured podcast apps, but it's been steadily improving lately, even gaining support for adding custom RSS feeds. Now Google is bringing the web version more in line with the mobile apps by revamping the Subscriptions page to show a list of your latest episodes.
Discovery's new streaming service launches today and here's where you'll find it
HGTV, Food Network, Animal Planet, and much more
Think the world has enough streaming services? Think again, chump! Discovery, the owner of HGTV, Food Network, TLC, and of course, Shark Week, is entering the streaming wars today. We've got all the details on this new Discovery+ service, including what to expect and where to find it.
Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 480 chipset wants to bring 5G to budget smartphones
Nokia and OnePlus are excited about implementing it into upcoming devices
Qualcomm makes plenty of powerful chips for all kinds of smartphones, but its latest processor has got an eye out for budget phones in particular, hoping to bring them some substantial upgrades. A successor to last year's Snapdragon 460, the Snapdragon 480 claims not only big performance boosts, but is also the first 4-series chipset to offer 5G capabilities.
Start 2021 off spick and span with a Eufy RoboVac L70 smart vacuum/mop for just $340 ($160 off)
Clean away last year's crumbs
A clean house makes for a clear mind, and Eufy's RoboVac L70 makes the tidying process a whole lot easier. This smart little vacuum/mop combo has plenty of handy features like strong suction power and voice assistant integration, and right now, it's on sale for just $339.99 at Amazon — a savings of $160.The Robovac L70 uses iPath Laser Navigation to navigate around obstacles and find its way through your home. You can even restrict it to certain zones or set specific areas as off=limits right from your phone. It has 2200Pa of suction power that allows for advanced cleaning on multiple surfaces. The L70 even increases the suction automatically when extra vacuuming strength is necessary.
Stadia Pro members can now play F1 2020, Hotline Miami, and more for free
Google's gaming service has plenty of other stuff going on, too
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Stadia may have already celebrated its one-year anniversary last month, but that doesn't mean that Google is giving up any momentum. The service recently launched on Apple devices and announced three new games, and today the cloud gaming platform is releasing a slew of game discounts, as well as letting Stadia Pro players know what free titles to expect in January.
Samsung Note20 Ultra is on sale for $900 in beautiful Mystic Bronze (~$200 off)
Now this is a nice-looking Note
Samsung's plans for next year's Note may be up in the air, but you know what you're getting with the Note20 Ultra. It's a flagship phone with the Snapdragon 865+, 12GB of RAM, and a beefy 4,500mAh battery — and right now, the Mystic Bronze color is on sale for just $898.55 on Amazon, making for approximately $200 in savings.The Note20 Ultra is pretty much the best Samsung experience you can get right now. Everything looks gorgeous on the 6.9-inch OLED panel, and the 120Hz adaptive refresh rate makes the experience smoother than ever. Of course, an S-Pen is included in the box so you can whip out the phone and jot notes right on the screen, instantly becoming the coolest person in the room.
Pick up a stylish Klipsch stereo system with a real wood veneer for just $148 ($52 off)
This stereo may be The One for you
The big day for presents may have passed, but you can buy yourself a gift any time of the year. Right now, Walmart is selling a wireless stereo system from Klipsch for $52 off. The One II is a 2.1 stereo system with Bluetooth, phono preamp, and a dual RCA Input connection — and it's on sale for just $148.
Google Assistant's 'Updates for you' now appearing for more users
This is one update that might not be welcomed
Google Assistant has gone through plenty of UI changes over its lifespan so far, and Google unified the old and new Assistant interfaces into a single design back in October. Now a fresh tweak appears to be rolling out to some users that gives the Assistant's Snapshot feature a new icon, leading to an 'Updates for you' page.
OnePlus Buds Z get a playful new paint job courtesy of Steven Harrington
Your eyes will love these just as much as your ears
OnePlus introduced its first truly wireless earbuds earlier this year in the form of the OnePlus Buds, and the OnePlus Buds Z followed a few months later. It hasn't been long since OnePlus released the Buds Z, but now the company is back with a stylish special edition that sets it apart from any other model on the market.
The upcoming OnePlus Nord SE may not be as exciting as it sounds
It's unlikely to introduce many significant upgrades over the original Nord
OnePlus returned to its roots this year with the release of the value-oriented OnePlus Nord. Two more Nord devices followed later on, and last month we heard rumors of a Nord SE that sounded pretty exciting. Now new information about the phone has come to light, and even though SE may stand for Special Edition, it doesn't sound quite as special as some hoped.
Chrome PWAs will soon behave more like native apps on Windows
A feature that's been in the works for a while now
Google has been a big proponent of progressive web apps for a while now, utilizing PWAs for everything from Google Chat's desktop application to getting Stadia running on Apple devices. Now a change is coming to Chrome for Windows that will let PWAs perform more like traditional Windows apps in one key area: the uninstall process.
Google's Fitbit acquisition faces a new setback from the outback
And it could come in the form of a $400 million dollar fine
Google received good news from the European Commission earlier this week, as its acquisition of health tracking wearable company Fitbit was approved conditionally. But just because the $2 billion dollar deal has gained the thumbs-up from one regulatory body doesn't mean it's completely in the clear — Australia has threatened Google with a $400 million fine if the merger moves forward without approval from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission.