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Google Translate is adding five new languages, including Uyghur and Turkmen
Google can now translate 108 languages across the web
Just a day after we noticed that Google Translate will soon be able to save translation history to Google accounts, the service is back in the news. This time, the Google Translate team has announced that five new languages — Kinyarwanda, Odia (Oriya), Tatar, Turkmen, and Uyghur — are coming to its growing library.
Prepare for warmer weather with the 2nd gen 16-zone Rachio smart sprinkler controller for just $120 ($110 off)
Spring and summer are on the way
It's going to be getting warm soon in the northern hemisphere, and along with a new season will come plenty of opportunities for heat and maybe even droughts to ravage your lawn. To help keep your yard looking healthy while also cutting down on watering costs, check out the Rachio Pro Edition Smart Sprinkler controller for just 9.99 (0 off) at Woot.
Google Translate history will soon be saved to your Google account
Now you can keep a record of all the languages you don't know
Whether you're traveling abroad, reading a menu at your favorite foreign restaurant, or trying to muddle your way through a foreign language class (guilty), Google Translate is a lifesaver when it comes to deciphering words and phrases outside of your native tongue. What it hasn't been able to do, however, is sync information between multiple devices, though that is about to change. With an upcoming service update, users will be able to save their translation history to their Google accounts.
TouchStadia hack brings Stadia the touchscreen controls you never wanted
There just aren't enough thumbs in the world to make touchscreen controls a good idea for Stadia
With mobile devices sporting big, beautiful touchscreen displays, it only seemed natural to expect that Google's Stadia gaming platform would one day support this input method as a way to play. Although Google hasn't made any official announcement about such a feature, Redditor SmashShock was able to hack together a working version of mobile touch controls for Stadia that they're calling TouchStadia.
Congratulations, you've made it to the final Monday of February 2020. To celebrate, we've rounded up a fresh batch of deals. This week, Ringke has discounted its entire lineup of Galaxy S20, S20 Plus, and S20 Ultra phone cases and screen protectors. You'll also find some deals on the Nest Thermostat E, charging accessories, and more. Let's get started.
Sphero first burst onto the scene in 2011 with an adorable spherical robot that could be controlled with a smartphone. Since then, the company has released all kinds of unique products based on this concept, like these Star Wars robots, a Lightning McQueen RC car, and the Bolt. Right now, you can snag one of Sphero's more ambitious products, the Sphero RVR, for 2.34 (.65 off) at Amazon.Unlike Sphero's original robotic orb, the RVR features a tank-like design with four wheels, all-terrain treads, and a high-torque engine. It also features a swathe of internal sensors, including an accelerometer, gyroscope, IR, color sensor, and light sensor. On top sits a removable roll-cage to prevent unwanted flips, while the rechargeable battery promises plenty of juice for excursions.
Pixel 4 car-crash detection can now be sideloaded onto older Pixels thanks to Android 11 Preview
We did everything but wreck the company car, and it works
The first Developer Preview of Android 11 didn't just reveal a barrage of new system features and tweaks to pore through. It also ushered in a dogfood version of the Personal Safety app that can enable crash detection on Pixel phones outside of the 4 and 4 XL. Here's how to sideload the app and get it running:
Despite a rushed launch and slow progress toward establishing itself as a viable gaming platform, Stadia just announced support for a bunch of new phones, including models from Samsung, Razer, and Asus. Now there's word that the relationship with Asus will continue growing with Stadia coming pre-installed on the ROG Phone III.
Hidden Android 11 feature splits notifications from Quick Settings
Android takes another touch gesture from Apple's iOS playbook
Android's notification shade has been getting a lot of attention in the first Android 11 Developer Preview. In addition to some cool new updates like conversation grouping and enhanced long-press options, a hidden feature uncovered by XDA Developers separates quick settings from app notifications into their own distinct menus.
Last year, the Android team introduced bubble notifications as a native option as it was developing Android Q. However, as Android Q progressed through various betas, the feature became hidden away within developer settings where it has remained as an experimental feature ever since. Now bubble notifications finally look ready for prime time, as they're being integrated into the core Android 11 experience.
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A great home security camera system should be easy to set up, strong enough to hold up against the elements, and capable of capturing HD footage even in the dead of night. Right now on Amazon, you can have all of these with this five-piece Arlo Pro 2 camera set with hub for an all-time-low price of $570.This Arlo Pro 2 bundle is a completely wireless home security solution that can withstand both indoor and outdoor environments. Each camera features a 1080p lens, 2-way audio, and night vision to help you survey your home or yard on even the darkest of nights. The Arlo Pro 2 can even be controlled with Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands.
How Google Stadia stacks up against Microsoft xCloud
We pit Stadia and Project xCloud against one another in the ultimate cloud gaming showdown
Countless companies have fallen in pursuit of building the perfect cloud gaming service, making the idea seem more like a distant dream than a feasible reality. However, as advancements in connectivity and processing power have reached new heights, the cloud gaming segment may finally be ready for prime time — at least that's what Google and Microsoft are promising. We pitted early iterations of Stadia and Project xCloud against one another to see how they measure up on the way to the cloud gaming revolution.
Hello again, and happy Monday. We're kicking off the third week of February with a diverse lineup of discounted products, including an assortment of Google Pixel phones, a buy-one-get-one-free Google Nest Hub bundle, wireless earbuds, and more. Check out the savings below...
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Just a day before photos of the gold Moto Razr leaked for all to see, a YouTuber was busy tearing a black version of the coveted phone to pieces. The much-anticipated second coming of the Moto Razr isn't even on the market yet, but that hasn't stopped the folks over at PBKreviews from cracking it open to see all the goodies tucked inside.
As Google continues to iterate on Wear OS, Samsung has steadily blazed a trail with its own wearable platform. In the last decade, the South Korean OEM has become the top choice for Android users that want a powerful, reliable smartwatch experience. Right now, you can pick up a manufacturer refurbished Galaxy Watch with LTE for just 9.99 (0 off) on eBay.
When robots finally take over the world, there will only be two ways to ensure the human race survives: burrow underground like mole people, or adopt a camo that not even AI can detect. Although dbrand may still be a decade or two away from perfecting human skin wraps (you didn't hear that from us), it's already possible to shield your phone in this robot-confounding technology. Snatch up these new Limited Edition Robot Camo skins from dbrand and protect your phone from the AI-pocalypse.
It's finally here! After all the speculation, photo leaks, and contradicting details surrounding its revolutionary camera system, the brand new Samsung Galaxy S20 series has arrived. To keep your new phone safe while also looking great, Spigen has a new case lineup for Samsung Galaxy S20, S20 Plus, and S20 Ultra, with styles ranging from a bold matte black, to simple and crystal clear, and even your favorites that pack the most protection.
Hello and welcome to the second Monday of February! We have a fresh batch of deals that are ripe for the taking. Headlining this week, we found even more discounts on the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4XL, plus we tracked down some affordable true wireless earbuds, a powerful wall charger, and a charging cube that should absolutely replace that old power strip crammed behind your TV or under your desk. Let's get started!
Graphene technology is, without a doubt, the best mobile battery innovation to emerge in the 21st century. Not only do graphene batteries hold up to 20% more energy than a lithium-ion alternative of the same size, they also generate far less heat while charging. Consumer products packing this next-generation tech are still quite rare, but you can be one of three lucky winners to own a Chargeasap Flash portable power bank crafted with graphene cells. Here's what you need to know.
Whether you're puttering around town, traveling for a work conference, or hanging out at a public event, the last thing you ever want to see is your phone battery dipping below that 20% mark. For these cases when you don't have a wall charger handy, you need a reliable portable battery that packs enough power to recharge your mobile devices not just once, but multiple times, if necessary. To help you find the best of the best, we've put together a list of our five favorite USB-C Power Delivery charging banks that can top off all your gadgets on the go.