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2018-09-29 05:52:15 Can Amazon Music Unlimited's discounts beat YouTube Music's selection?
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We're a virtual company made up of tech experts from across the globe. After years of using, abusing, and testing music services of every kind, we can say for certain which service is best for you.



YouTube Music

Bigger (beta) Selection



$12/mo at YouTube

Pros

Truly unrivaled music database powered by YouTube.
Easy controls and playlist sharing.
YouTube Premium unlocks features in six apps.
Cons

Still working out a lot of bugs.
Features needed before Google Play Music migration.
YouTube Music is new, weird, and exciting, and if a song exists in the world, you can probably find it here. Built upon the backbone of the most popular video platform in the world, YouTube Music is still working out its kinks, but it makes YouTube Premium a worthwhile media subscription.

Amazon Music Unlimited

The Alexa choice



$8/mo at Amazon

Pros

Solid, stable cross-platform music player.
Integrated music store for augmenting subscription catalog.
Cons

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2018-09-29 05:51:12 Google CEO Sundar Pichai to testify in the U.S. House this November
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The company's being questioned on a bias against conservatives.



On Friday, September 28, Reuters reported that Google CEO Sundar Pichai will be testifying in the United States House Judiciary Committee this November following concerns from Republicans that Google shows a bias against conservatives.

Pichai will be asked about whether or not Google's search algorithms are influenced in any way to be biased against conservative viewpoints and more favorable to liberal ones. Along with this, Pichai will also be asked about privacy, violation of human rights, fake news, and more.

House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy already met with Pichai ahead of his visit to the U.S House, and while doing so, commented on the meeting as being "frank" and "very productive." Per McCarthy:


I think we've really shown that there is bias, which is human nature, but you have to have transparency and fairness. As big tech's business grows, we have not had enough transparency and that has led to an erosi... Open / Comment

2018-09-29 05:50:16 Cyberpunk 2077 will wear its politics on its sleeve
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If you want to know all there is to know about Cyberpunk 2077, then this is the place to be!

High fantasy has long maintained a stranglehold on the world or RPGs. As a die-hard fan of science fiction, I have always wanted more deep sci-fi experiences in my video games. Don't get me wrong, I play the heck out of some fantasy, but every time a major title gets announced in a sci-fi world, I get excited.

When at E3 this year, we got a nice solid look at Cyberpunk 2077, my sensors went wild. If you're like me and you can't wait to find out more about Cyberpunk 2077, then you can check it all out here.

What's new with Cyberpunk 2077?

Cyberpunk 2077 may not have a release date, but after several years CD Projekt RED is finally ready to unveil more information about the ambitious sci-fi RPG. We'll keep you up to date with all of the latest details.

September 27, 2018

In the November 2018 issue of Edge Magazine, Cyberpunk 2077 quest designer Patrick Mills discussed how the game intends... Open / Comment

2018-09-29 05:49:25 Facebook says nearly 50 million accounts impacted by security breach
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Facebook has reset access tokens for around 90 million people in response to the breach.

Facebook today revealed that more nearly 50 million accounts have been affected by a "security issue." Discovered by Facebook's engineering team on September 25, the issue allowed attackers to take over people's accounts by stealing Facebook access tokens.

From Facebook:


Our investigation is still in its early stages. But it's clear that attackers exploited a vulnerability in Facebook's code that impacted "View As", a feature that lets people see what their own profile looks like to someone else. This allowed them to steal Facebook access tokens which they could then use to take over people's accounts. Access tokens are the equivalent of digital keys that keep people logged in to Facebook so they don't need to re-enter their password every time they use the app.

This attack exploited the complex interaction of multiple issues in our code. It stemmed from a change we made to our video ... Open / Comment

2018-09-29 05:48:13 This $138 ultra-quiet garage door opener can be controlled from your phone
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Make everything smarter!



Amazon currently has Chamberlain's B550 smartphone-controlled garage door opener kit on sale for $138, which is $61 less than it normally sells for. This is a full replacement for your existing garage door opener, motor and all. It has Chamberlain's MyQ technology built right in, which allows you to remotely control it using just your smartphone from anywhere with the free Android and iOS app.

This kit comes with the motor and belt, an outdoor keypad, two in-car three button openers, a single button in-garage opener, and two sensors to ensure that there are no obstacles in the way when the door is being closed. If you have an existing garage door opener, it should be a pretty straight-forward install, though you may want to seek help from a local handyman while installing it.

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2018-09-29 05:47:21 Beam internet throughout your home with Netgear's $250 Orbi Mesh Wi-Fi
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Amazon has Netgear's Orbi Home Mesh Wi-Fi System, three-pack available for $249.99 when you clip the on-page coupon. That'll save you $50 off its regular price of $300. We've seen this 3-pack go as low as $220 in the past but not since July.


The Orbi mesh networking system covers up to 6,000 square feet in high-performance Wi-Fi. It can produce speeds up to 2.2Gbps, and these satellites are designed to be compact so they can be placed conveniently throughout your home. All the satellites share a single name so you won't have any network interruption when you go from room to room. Use the free Orbi app to set it all up in minutes.

If you've ever wanted to get a mesh networking system, the Netgear Orbi is the way to go. Especially since Netgear recently announced a very interesting addition - the Orbi Voice. This smart speaker with Alexa built right in is now available for pre-order at $299.99. It even has a kit that bundles it with one of the routers on sale here, but thanks to the a... Open / Comment

2018-09-29 05:46:14 Fix your smartphone all on your own with the $8 AmazonBasics Repair Kit
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Pair this with a detailed YouTube video and you'll be good to go.



Finding the opportunity to get your smartphone repaired can be a huge drain on your free time. Instead of waiting around, the AmazonBasics Smartphone Repair Kit is on sale today at Amazon for just $7.96. That marks its lowest price ever and saves you $3 off its average price.

This handy repair kit is suitable to help with your smartphones, game consoles, watches, eyeglasses, and more. It features a precision aluminum screwdriver with a telescopic handle along with two mini pry bars, an opening pick, a SIM card ejector tool, and a suction cup which all come packaged in a durable zippered travel case. Its 1 and 3/4-inch S2 screwdriver bits can fit into extremely tight spaces and a pentagonal size is included for iPhone and iPad repairs.

AmazonBasics backs up this kit with a one-year limited warranty, while over 100 customers left a review resulting in a rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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2018-09-29 05:45:10 Best wired headphones for Galaxy Note 9 users and audiophiles
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The Galaxy Note 9 is one of the best phones in the market if you're interested in wired audio. While the industry as a whole is gravitating to wireless audio, there are plenty of fantastic options available if you like plugging in your headphones. The Sony MDR-1AM2 stands out in this category for its incredible sound quality and comfortable fit.



Top pick

Sony MDR-1AM2



The successor to the highly rated MDR-1A is here. The MDR-1AM2 comes with a new 40mm driver along with aluminum-coated liquid crystal polymer diaphragms, and the sound quality has also been improved. Bass is lively and energetic, and the mids are similarly clear and detailed. The MDR-1AM2 is comfortable to wear throughout the day and the sound quality on offer makes it one of the best options in this space in 2018.

$298 at Amazon

Premium option

Bowers & Wilkins P9 Signature



Bowers & Wilkins' flagship over-ear headphones look magnificent, and the premium design is backed by exquisite sound. There's a... Open / Comment

2018-09-29 05:44:17 These are the best portable pico projectors you can buy today!
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Pico projectors come in all shapes and sizes, with some even available as modular attachments for your smartphone. They exist to fill the niche for those who want the ability to project content directly from their phone or tablet to make it easier to share photos or watch movies with friends. There's a ton of variety out there, but we've outlined the best available in 2018, including my favorite, the excellent Sony MP-CD1.



Most portable projector

Sony MP-CD1 Mobile Projector



This mobile projector from Sony isn't the most powerful on our list, but it's got a fantastic portable form factor and performs well with a whisper-quiet fan. Ideal for connecting HDMI devices but be warned there's no Bluetooth support for connecting your phone. For more information, check out my full review.

$359 at Amazon

Weird brand name, quality product

AAXA Technologies P300 Pico Projector



We've highlighted the P300 because it's not too expensive and features native 1280x800 HD resolution with T... Open / Comment

2018-09-29 05:43:29 OnePlus begins teasing the 6T
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OnePlus is going to end 2018 with a bang.





Ever since it was released this past May, the OnePlus 6 has been one of the absolute best values in smartphones we've seen in 2018. The phone's only gotten better thanks to striking new colors and fast software updates, and right around the corner is its incremental successor — the OnePlus 6T.

The 6T likely won't shake up the OnePlus 6's formula too much, but even so, it's already shaping up to be one of the year's most interesting smartphones.

Without further ado, here's everything we know about the OnePlus 6T!

The latest OnePlus 6T news

September 28, 2018 — OnePlus begins teasing the 6T

We already know that the OnePlus 6T is coming, but now thanks to a teaser clip on its official Twitter page, OnePlus is ready to start hyping up the phone ahead of its announcement.

OnePlus 6T. It's coming. pic.twitter.com/Wrdt9sCdIs— OnePlus (@oneplus) September 28, 2018
The short clip is just 5 seconds long and features the tagli... Open / Comment