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What is HDMI-CEC?
HDMI-CEC can help you narrow down necessary controllers and save time. Here's how it works
Do you love tinkering with your home theater to get everything as streamlined as possible? Or maybe you're tired of juggling devices and remote controls to various boxes and streaming dongles, especially when you switch from playing games to watching the news or changing channels vs. turning up the volume.
Snag the EarFun Air S earbuds at their lowest price ever with this coupon code
The EarFun Air S buds punch well above their weight for just $40
It's not often that a pair of cheap wireless earbuds offer what the EarFun Air S buds do at their standard $60 price tag. Delivering much of what you'd find from earbuds twice the price, including Qualcomm aptX high fidelity sound and multipoint connectivity, these nifty little in-ears punch above their weight for the value. With Amazon offering them at their lowest price ever of just $38 thanks to an on-page $10 off coupon, as well as a code that offers an additional 20% off the price, the EarFun Air S buds are some of the best earbuds for the price right now.
Best cheap Android tablets in 2023
Versatile, affordable Android tablets great for entertainment, work, and communication
It wasn't all that long ago that budget Android tablets weren't worth your money unless "Amazon" or "Fire" were included in the product's name. Thankfully, that's changed quite a bit in the last few years to where we now have an impressive crop of Android tablets, all under $300. Whether you are looking for a streaming tablet to binge your favorite show in bed or trying to find a productivity device for home or school, there are multiple quality options from trusted manufacturers.
Echo speaker bundles drop to Prime Day lows, no membership required
Prices start at just $18 and several speakers include a free smart bulb
Amazon's Echo line is home to some of the best smart speakers available. They're easy to use, they give you access to a variety of streaming services, and they come with Alexa, one of the most capable and well-rounded digital assistants on the market. Echo speakers also offer a ton of value, as they are already priced below the competition, and Amazon doesn't mind offering steep discounts to lure customers into its ecosystem. We saw some of the lowest prices we've ever seen during the recent Prime Day sale, and today, Best Buy is doing its best to match them. For a limited time, you can pick up a brand-new Echo speaker for as low as $18.
It's time to put 'real' leather cases out to pasture
Meaningless terminology and cut corners are all reasons to go synthetic
When the product upgrades from this week's Galaxy Unpacked are as small and iterative as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Watch 6, it's easy to overlook their accessories, too. The S Pen case for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 took the lion's share of the case attention during this launch, but it was the case next door that caught my eye.
Samsung recently unveiled the Galaxy Watch 6 series comprising the Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic at the Galaxy Unpacked event, held in the brand’s home country of South Korea for the first time. These smartwatches replace the Galaxy Watch 5 series from last year and have lofty expectations to live up to. The Watch 5 and Watch 4 models before that were our favorite Wear OS smartwatches. However, excellent technology isn’t of much use if it can’t accompany you wherever you go. The Galaxy Watch 6 is well-built and has a water resistance rating to ensure it can accompany you everywhere.
Dead Zebra makes a splash with some tubular new Android Bugdroid figurines for summer
These collectible Android surfers are available in your choice of colors
What kind of Android superfan can you be if you don't have at least a few (dozen) Bugdroid figurines? Every time Dead Zebra comes out with some new releases, we're eager to take a look, and recent ones have seen the Android mascot dress up like a reindeer, go to work in different outfits, and get ready for the Year of the Rabbit. Summer is in full swing right now, and Dead Zebra is getting right into those vibes with a pair of new Bugdroids that look positively built for the beach.
Samsung's next-gen smart tracker shows off its all-new design
The Galaxy SmartTag 2 was initially rumored to arrive at Unpacked
The Samsung Galaxy SmartTag made its debut in 2021, with the company following it up shortly with the SmartTag+, featuring ultra-wideband (UWB) connectivity for improved device tracking. It's been over two years since both were released, and based on recent leaks, there was hope that the company would unveil its next-gen smart tracker at Unpacked. But the event came and went, and the new smart tracker was nowhere to be found. Well, the Galaxy SmartTag 2 has now made its way to the FCC database, complete with a picture of the tracker, along with imagery of its internal components.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ vs. iPad Air: Looking beyond the huge price difference
The new Tab S9+ goes up against Apple's compact iPad air to see which is a better choice for you
Samsung's new Galaxy Tab S9 tablets are here with a triple threat offering of Tab S9, Tab S9+, and Tab S9 Ultra devices. The 12.4-inch Tab S9+ looks like it will take over as the best Android tablet from the predecessor Tab S8+, but it will also be in direct competition with Apple and its 10.9-inch iPad Air tablet. If you're wondering whether you should buy Samsung's new Tab S9+ or Apple's iPad Air from 2022, I've put together this comparison that explores the differences and similarities between the two tablets. Let's see if the Tab S9+ or iPad Air is a better choice for you.
Roborock Q Revo review: High-end cleaning at a competitive price
Cheaper price doesn’t mean worse cleaning efficiency
When Roborock unveiled the S7 MaxV Ultra in 2022, it pioneered the fully autonomous robot mop and vacuum market, kicking off a wave of versatile cleaning bots that can automatically wash their own mops to shave off maintenance time. Several other brands have followed in its footsteps, including Dreametech with the L10s Ultra, and Ecovacs, with its Deebot T20 Omni and its innovative hot water cleaning technology.
The USB Type-C port is quickly becoming a universal connector for mobile devices, including the top Android phones. If your device has a Type-C port, you need a USB-C cable to charge it or transfer data. But unfortunately, not all USB-C cables are made the same. Some can deliver fast charging speeds, while others are best for rapid data transfer or using Android Auto in your vehicle.
Exclusive Google Pixel Watch 2 faces leak online showcasing dynamic theming
Complete with support for dynamic theming
Alongside the Google Pixel 8 series, the big G is rumored to debut the Pixel Watch 2. Reports suggest the company's second smartwatch could use Qualcomm's latest and greatest W5+ Gen 1 chip, which powers some of the best Android smartwatches. The design may not differ much, but Google could switch from stainless steel to aluminum for weight reduction at the expense of durability. Now, a new leak gives us a look at some of the new Pixel Watch 2 exclusive watch faces.
Best Samsung earbuds in 2023
Samsung earbuds have etched out a solid presence in the market, but which pair is the best for you?
Samsung has recently jumped into the earbuds market, providing plenty of competition for the best wireless earbuds. The company has been steadily releasing earbuds for the last couple of years, each better than the previous and bringing something new every time.
Best Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra stands and kickstand cases
Elevate your tablet-viewing experience with one of these awesome Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra kickstands
For the Samsung tablet to beat all Samsung tablets, look to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra. With its 14.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, and Android 13.0 operating system, the latest Ultra generation improves on its predecessor in a number of ways. It also comes bundled with a number of accessories, but one cool add-on you won’t find in the box is a kickstand-equipped case.
Best Amazon Alexa-powered speakers in 2023
These smart speakers offer premium sound coupled with the advanced functionality of Amazon's Alexa
One of the best things about Amazon's Alexa voice assistant is how widely available it is compared to the competition. While Apple's Siri is mostly locked down to its own HomePod family and Google Assistant has been coming to more smart speakers lately, there's no shortage of options if you want a speaker with Alexa built-in.
Does the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic use standard bands?
Samsung's Classic version of the Watch 6 looks promising, but will it support standard bands?
Samsung finally announced its much anticipated Galaxy Watch 6 Classic at Galaxy Unpacked 2023, the follow-up to one of the best Android smartwatches available, and it sounds like they listened to criticisms of the previous generation and responded in kind. The Classic not only has a slightly larger face (1.5 inches compared to the Watch 5's 1.36) but it's also got smaller bezels than its predecessors, so the total real estate available is appreciably larger.
Samsung's S-series smartphones are well known for offering superior hardware and software, and the Galaxy S21+ is no exception. While it may have relinquished its spot among the best Samsung phones, having been on the market for over a year, it’s still an awesome phone worth owning. Whether you already own or plan on getting this device, you can rest assured it’ll serve you remarkably well for years to come.
Best Samsung Galaxy A34 5G cases in 2023
Your A34 deserves more than a naked existence, so give it royal treatment with these classy cases
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Samsung is renowned for making some of the best flagship phones, and the same can be said for its cheaper devices. The Galaxy A34 is a prime example, with its remarkable components and speedy performance earning it a spot among the best budget Android phones. But that’s not the only impressive thing about this device.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra vs. Galaxy Tab S9: Identical hardware, vastly different purposes
The David and Goliath of tablet showdowns
The second generation of Samsung's new large-format tablet, the Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra packs impressive hardware and huge 14.6-inch display that multitaskers will love. It's a fantastic tablet for people who need lots of screen space, but it's also pretty, especially when equipped with a good tablet case. At the other end of the spectrum, the base model Galaxy Tab S9 sports basically the same powerful components in the slim and lightweight body that's common to the Tab S lineup. While both are excellent pieces of hardware, one will certainly be better for you depending on your needs.
Synology has lately been busy overhauling pretty much its entire consumer NAS lineup to include newer and more capable models across all price brackets. And as before, there is something for everyone, from a big business with a large team to those with limited household needs — and everybody else in between. But the NAS's price range isn't the only factor you must consider before purchasing because no two Synology NAS models are created equally, even though they may look indistinguishable from the outside.