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Sony shares timeline for bringing Android 11 to its latest Xperia phones
The rollout will start next month
When Android 11 was officially released back in August, it brought a lot of neat new features to phones. But as usual, the update hasn't rolled out to many existing handsets yet due to how different OEMs handle the upgrade process. Now Sony fans have something to look forward to, as the company has announced when a few Xperia devices will begin to see Android 11's goodies headed their way.
This 4K Android TV is about as big as André the Giant and it's also $700 off
Start your own home theater with this 85" set from Hisense
André the Giant is a big guy, but you probably wouldn't want him hanging up on your living room wall. That's where this deal from Hisense comes in: Best Buy is currently offering a 4K Android TV with screen real estate measuring a full 85". That's about as big as André the Giant was tall, and the set is just $999.99 — a full $700 off the MSRP.
OnePlus may add yet another phone to its release cycle in 2021
The OnePlus 9E is rumored to launch next year
OnePlus may have started out with a single flagship killer back in 2014, but the company has changed a lot since those days of simplicity. Now it has the more affordable Nord series, as well as standard and pro versions of its flagship line. And soon, it looks like yet another device is going to be joining the lineup: the OnePlus 9E.
Snag a Sony Xperia 1 and a pair of XM3 noise-cancelling headphones for just $550
Some serious Sony savings
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Sony may not be among the most popular Android OEMs, but that doesn't mean its phones are subpar. We called the Xperia 1 Sony's best phone yet in our review last year, and now you can pick it up from Amazon for just $550 — and that's not all. This bundle also includes the top-tier XM3 wireless headphones with noise cancellationThe Xperia 1 may be last year's flagship, but that doesn't mean its specs are out of place in 2020. With a 6.5" 4K OLED screen in a 21:9 Cinema Wide display, even checking social media will look brilliant on this phone. A Snapdragon 855 processor paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of expandable storage lets this phone compete with the big boys.Sony usually packs pretty solid cameras into its phones, and the Xperia 1 is no different. Its triple lens camera system is great for photography enthusiasts with up to 10 fps burst shooting and AF/AE tracking for precision focus and exposure. It's also an Amazon exclusive model, which means you can summon Alexa hands-free if you're into that.
Eufy smart security cameras start at just $28 in Amazon's Deal of the Day
Peace of mind doesn't get much more affordable than this
Home security isn't normally something you want to cheap out on, but right now, Amazon is offering some major savings on Eufy smart security cameras in its Deal of the Day. Prices start at just $27.99 with discounts up to 38% off on doorbell cameras, outdoor cameras, and more.There are Eufy cameras for everyone in Amazon's Cyber Mondal DOTD. The most affordable products on sale are indoor cameras: one offers 2K resolution while the other offers pan and tilt abilities. There's also an outdoor eufyCam 2 which requires a eufy HomeBase 2 in order to function. There are two video doorbells as well, one that needs an existing wired system to work and another that doesn't.
Microsoft wants to make it easy for Android apps to run on Windows
But will the plan actually work this time?
Earlier this year, Microsoft began rolling out new Your Phone features that enabled tighter integration between select Android and Windows devices. Now it looks like the company is setting its sights on something higher than merely mirroring apps across screens — Microsoft reportedly has a new plan to make it easy for Android apps to run directly on Windows.
Samsung is ditching the bean design, keeping ANC for its next pair of wireless earbuds
Not everybody likes legumes
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Buds Live, its newest pair of wireless earbuds, back in August. We were big fans of the Buds Live and their unique design, but not everyone likes legumes. Now it looks like the company's next pair of Galaxy Buds will be bringing a return to the traditional in-ear form factor — as well as some nifty upgrades beneath the surface.
Rock out anywhere with this JBL Xtreme 3 all-weather Bluetooth speaker for $315 from Amazon ($35 off)
It even has a built-in bottle opener 🍻
You never know where the next spontaneous dance party will start, but you'll always be prepared with JBL's Xtreme 3 Bluetooth speaker. It boasts a portable, all-weather design, yet still produces powerful sound despite its relatively small size. Right now, Amazon is offering the Xtreme 3 for sale with a solid $35 discount, bringing the price down to $314.95.While there are certainly less expensive options out there, JBL has packed some incredible specs into this unit. It has four drivers and two JBL Bass Radiators that deliver immersive audio with deep bass and plenty of clarity. The battery life is a full 15 hours — long enough to exhaust everyone listening. And since this is an Xtreme speaker, it's certified IP67 waterproof and dustproof, so a little rain won't bother it.
Get a OnePlus 8 or 8 Pro starting at just $570 from B&H (up to $250 off)
Some major Black Friday bang for your buck
We're in the season of big savings, and right now, B&H Photo is offering some major deals on two of OnePlus's latest phones. The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro offer powerful performance and a superpowered spec sheet — and they're on sale starting at just $570 with discounts of up to $250.
Google Pay adds new fees for instant withdrawals
The new app is a downgrade when it comes to transferring your own money to a debit card
The freshly rebuilt Google Pay app has a lot of nifty new features, but the switch isn't without its downsides. Sending and receiving money won't be possible from the web for much longer. And despite adding exclusive new money-saving offers in the app, it looks like Google has implemented new fees that mean Google will charge you for transferring your own money out of Google Pay and onto a debit card.
Fitbit's new Sense and Versa 3 trackers are on sale starting at just $200 (up to $50 off)
Health tracking, Google Assistant support, and more
One of the primary purposes for smartwatches is to keep track of fitness, something Fitbit's offerings have always excelled at. Right now, two of the company's newest offerings are on sale, including $50 off the top-of-the-line Fitbit Sense and $30 off the Versa 3 model from a variety of online retailers.
Google Pay kills website functionality, forcing people to use the new app
An app shouldn't be mandatory for sending and receiving money
Google Pay got a big revamp last week. The brand-new app introduces a number of features like automatic receipt scanning, as well as a fresh new interface. But with the turn towards a new direction, Google is ending support for a key feature of Google Pay on the web. Starting next year, users won't be able to send or receive money unless they use the new app.
Save on an Arlo Pro 3 Spotlight 3-camera kit for just $400 from Amazon (~$130 off)
Savings this good deserve the spotlight
Spotlight cameras are one of the best ways to keep an eye out after dark, and Arlo makes some of the best options on the market. The Arlo Pro 3 offers impressive 2K video quality with HDR and an integrated spotlight. And if one is good, three is even better, right? Amazon currently has a 3-pack on sale now for just $399.99 — a savings of about $130 off the usual price.The Arlo Pro 3 camera came out last year, and we called it "an undeniable improvement" over the previous-generation Pro 2 camera. The Pro 3 offers 2K resolution, wide-angle recording, and an integrated spotlight that helps improve low-light video performance. Essential features like two-way audio and integration with digital voice assistants are also present.
Get a robot from Ecovavs that vacuums and mops for just $180 from Amazon ($70 off)
Let a robot clean up that post-Thanksgiving mess
Robotic vacuums have been around for a while now, but models these days are better than ever. The Ecovacs Deebot 661 can switch between vacuuming and mopping, and right now, Amazon is offering it for the low price of just $179.99 — a full $70 in savings.The Deebot 661 convertible unit comes with all the essential smart vacuum features like anti-drop and anti-collision sensors, automatic software updates, and a long battery life with up to 110 minutes of runtime. It automatically returns to the base station when it needs to charge up, too, so you won't have to worry about it dying in the middle of the job. It even has a max power mode that boosts suction strength by up to 2x for when things get really messy.
Google's newest app pays you to talk to your phone
Task Mate is like an upgraded version of Google Opinion Rewards
Google is no stranger to experimenting with strange new apps, but its latest one introduces a few more incentives than usual. Currently in Early Access on the Play Store, Task Mate promises to reward users for completing simple tasks — and those rewards come in the form of cash.
Google's home theater integration between Chromecasts and Nest speakers is here (sort of)
The Google Home app's newest update enables watching on your Chromecast while listening through Nest speakers
Google introduced dynamic audio grouping on the Nest Hub and other Assistant-enabled smart displays earlier this year. The feature allows devices to be added and removed from audio groups on the fly without needing to edit groups beforehand. This ability started rolling out in the Google Home app last week — and it enables a workaround that lets you cast videos to Chromecast devices while the audio plays on Nest speakers.
Sony's gargantuan Bluetooth speaker is just $198 on Amazon ($52 off)
Be the life of the (socially distanced) party
Bluetooth speakers are usually pretty portable products, but Sony's MHC-V13 puts more of a focus on producing sound than being svelte. With big sound, multi-color illumination, and a microphone input, this is the perfect karaoke machine. Normally priced at $249.99, Amazon has it marked down right now for just $198 — a $52 savings.Two high-efficiency tweeters combined with Sony's unique bass boosting technology spread sound around rooms of any size, making the MHC-V13 great for (socially distanced) gatherings or solitary (but still loud) Thanksgiving parties. It even has fancy features like multi-color illumination, a built-in mic input, and support for party playlists and karaoke ranking via Sony's Fiestable app.
Google's Black Friday deals start today: $50 off Pixel 5, $150 off Google Home Max, and more
More to come November 25
We're fast approaching Black Friday, every major retailer's favorite day of the year. There are sure to be savings of all sorts popping up on the big day, but we've got the list of deals you can get on Google products starting today right here — and there are some deals you can't afford to miss.Google is or will be offering sales on pretty much all of its headlining products, including the new Pixel 5, Nest Audio speaker, the Nest Hub, and the Nest Learning Thermostat. Even Google Home Max, which is yet to be updated with Nest branding, sees significant savings of $150 off.Some of Nest's most popular smart home products like the Nest Hello camera and Nest Learning Thermostat will be on sale as well. If you've been looking to upgrade to Nest Wifi, you'll be able to get a router and point combo for 80 bucks off.Available now:
Amazon Music's latest update expands X-Ray to tell you more about your favorite songs
A simple feature that's handy to have
There are a lot of ways to stream music nowadays. Spotify and Apple Music are two of the most popular options, and Google is hoping to become more competitive with YouTube Music. Amazon Music may be one of the less-spoken-of alternatives, but works well within the Amazon ecosystem. Now it's getting an addition that lets you learn a thing or two while bopping along to the beat.
Save $600 on a 4K Android TV from Sony that's almost as big as Shaq
He's a big boy and so is this 85" television
Big TVs are great and all, but we've got to draw a line somewhere, right? Currently, Best Buy has a 4K Sony Android TV on sale for $1,999.99. That's a full $600 off the MSRP. But it's freaking 85" of display — I mean, where are you even going to put it?