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Google Pay gains support for 28 more US banks and credit unions (Update: 14 more)
Several new local credit unions are now part of the game
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Google Pay is constantly gaining support for new banks and institutions across the globe. Even though the service now works with most large banks, there are still some local credit unions that couldn't work with the mobile payment system. Thankfully, 19 of them have joined the long list of compatible financial institutions since our last update, making it seamless to pay with your phone.
IFTTT resumes support for Tuya Smart Life and Wink, gains 22 other new services
It also lost compatibility with Seagate, Digg, and others
IFTTT is one of the most convenient ways to automate tasks at home by linking smart home devices and platforms together. The service is regularly updated with new additions and removals, and we just got our fair share of changes for the summer.
Google announces a bunch of features to bring Meet on par with Zoom
But they're exclusive for Education users, for now
Zoom and Google Meet have skyrocketed in popularity during the lockdown, with each of them having their pros and cons. Unfortunately, Zoom offers several advanced features that aren't available on Google's conferencing service, such as advanced moderation controls and customizable backgrounds. Thankfully, the company is working on improving Meet: It recently unveiled a live noise cancelation feature, and just presented a load of new features that will make conferences more engaging and easier to moderate. Surprisingly, these will be exclusive to education users for now.
The Nest Hub Max now supports Meet and Duo group video calling
Duo group calls are also coming to other smart displays
When Google introduced the Nest Hub Max, it came with a built-in camera and microphone that allowed for two-way video calling. Sadly, it was only possible to have one-to-one sessions until now, meaning you couldn't join conferences from your smart display. The company is now expanding the device's capabilities by enabling you to join group calls straight from your Hub Max.
Samsung's dual-SIM Galaxy Note10+ is as low as $740 on eBay ($360 off MSRP)
It's the lowest it's been so far
The Galaxy Note10+ is an excellent handset, which unfortunately cost a whopping $1,100 when it came out. As its replacement might be around the corner, prices are continuing to drop. The dual-SIM international version is now down to $740 on eBay, which is $360 off the original price.
Sony’s WF-1000XM3 ANC earbuds now on sale for $178 ($52 off)
One of the best ANC buds on the market for an excellent price
If you're looking to get a pair of noise-canceling wireless earbuds, Sony's WF-1000XM3 are probably your best bet, especially considering they're now as low as $178, which is $52 lower than the MSRP.The buds are famous for having one of the best noise cancellation performance in the category, combined with excellent audio quality. They can achieve about five hours of playback, which can be extended to 24 hours with the charging case. It is filled up using a Type-C port, so you can connect it using the same cable you use for your phone or laptop.In his review, Ryan appreciated their sound quality, design, noise cancelation, and battery life. However, he found their price was relatively high. Thankfully, this deal helps alleviate the drawback, especially since both black and white versions are on sale.
Aukey's 18W dual-port PD charger is down to just $7 ($8 off)
It's the best way to charge two devices thanks to a USB-C PD and a USB-A port
Filling up several devices simultaneously can be a pain. Thankfully, some wall chargers come with several ports, making it simpler to plug in two phones or tablets at once. Aukey's product, which can deliver up to 18W, is now down to just $7 on Amazon, which is 55% off compared to its traditional MSRP.
Choetech's compact 61W USB-C PD charger is down to just $16 with this promo code ($12 off)
It's half the size of a MacBook Pro charger, and less than half the price
What I like the most with USB-C chargers is that I can use the same one to charge my phones, laptop, and tablet. Sadly, 60W ones tend to be bulky and expensive. Surprisingly, Choetech's offering is compact and powerful enough to charge a laptop or MacBook Pro, and is currently down to just $16 thanks to this deal.
Amazon’s Echo Studio speaker is down to $170 and comes with a free Hue bulb ($60 off)
You’ll never have to leave your couch again
If the Amazon Echo is not powerful enough, you should consider the higher-end Echo Studio. It was unveiled in September and is Amazon's answer to the Google Home Max. It's currently down to just $170 and comes with a free Hue bulb, which represents a $60 discount over the traditional MSRP.
For this price, you get high-quality audio, coming from to the 1" tweeter, three 2" mid-range speakers, and 5.25" woofer, which can deliver up to 330W of peak power. Thanks to the Dolby Atmos and Sony 360 Reality Audio technologies, the Echo Studio can deliver an immersive 3D audio experience. Also, just like its competitor from Google, the speaker can automatically adjust itself to the acoustics of a room, without even having to ask for it. It naturally comes with Alexa, and also has an embedded Zigbee hub. The latter will be particularly useful to control the free Hue bulb, which costs $25 when sold separately.Buy: Amazon
This Anker 20,000mAh power bank is down to $37 ($23 off) and comes with an 18W charger
It's a great combo to make sure your devices are always filled up
If your devices tend to run low on battery while you're on the go, Anker's PowerCore Essential 20000 PD power bank is worth considering. It can charge two devices simultaneously, comes with an 18W wall charger, and is down to just $38 thanks to the promo code below, which is $23 less than the traditional MSRP.
YouTube Music and Premium expand to 14 new markets, now available in 95
The services are now available in Egypt, Belarus, and Puerto Puerto
Google has been continuously expanding the number of countries and territories where Premium subscriptions for YouTube and YouTube Music are offered. After adding more markets to the list back in March, the services are now available in 14 new locations.
Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides now show whether your file is saved online or locally
The tweak makes it clearer to identify whether you're editing offline or on the cloud
Back in May, Google introduced some minor interface changes to its productivity apps, which made it clearer to identify whether a document was saved to the cloud or locally. The company was seemingly unhappy with the changes, as it just tweaked the UX a bit more, making it even simpler to see where your changes are being saved.
Google Play Movies passes 5 billion installs amidst coronavirus pandemic
Lockdown boredom has likely boosted downloads
Pre-order the TicPods ANC for $77 with this promo code ($13 off)
ANC earbuds have rarely been this cheap
Mobvoi unveiled its latest wireless earbuds yesterday, which now come with active noise cancelation. To celebrate the launch of the new product, the company is offering 10% off for people who pre-order it within the next five days, bringing the price down to $81. Thanks to the promo code below, you can save even more and get them for just $77.
The Lenovo Smart Clock will kick you out of bed for $40 ($50 off)
Get a hybrid smart display and speaker for less than a Nest Mini
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If you're looking for an inexpensive miniature smart display, the Lenovo Smart Clock is worth considering. It cost $80 at launch, which was too high for what it offered. Thankfully, you can now snatch it for half its original price, as it's dropped to just $40.
Nokia 5.1 Plus handsets are starting to receive Android 10
As usual, it's delivered in time according to the company's upgrade schedule
The Nokia 5.1 Plus might not be the brand's most powerful device, but it's still part of the company's promise to deliver software updates to its handsets. Nokia actually announced the 5.1 Plus would get Android 10 during Q2, and the update is being released according to the commitment.
This RAVPower 45W USB-C PD power bank is down to just $35 ($15 off)
It can charge your laptop and phone at the same time
If you're looking for a powerful external battery with enough energy to fill up both your phone and laptop, search no more. RAVPower's 20,100mAh is currently down to just $35 on Amazon, instead of its traditional $50 price point.
Google Meet passes 50 million downloads, boosted by coronavirus
People are turning to Google's solution now that it's free
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, most people are stuck at home and looking for ways to keep in touch with each other. Zoom has been a popular solution for a while, both for companies and individuals. However, with Google's offering becoming free earlier this month, it's now passed 50 million installs on the Play Store.
D-Link to drop IFTTT support for its smart home products
Smart plugs, sensors, sirens, and cameras won't be compatible with the popular platform after December
If you're using home automation devices from various brands, it can be hard to make them communicate with each other. Thankfully, IFTTT is an excellent way to automate tasks and create conditional triggers, regardless of your IoT products' brands. Unfortunately, D-Link is announcing its smart home products will no longer work with the platform this winter.
August's compact new Wi-Fi smart door lock is now on sale for $250
It's 45% smaller and doesn't require a hub
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Smart locks add a level of convenience, as they let you leave your keys behind and grant access to guests remotely. Unfortunately, many of them are bulky, and often use a Bluetooth connection, which could require a separate hub. With the announcement of the Wi-Fi Smart Lock, August wants to address these issues, with a more compact device that connects directly to the Internet.