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Canada Daily Deals: AMD Ryzen processors, Nintendo Switch, and more

We scout out the day's best Canadian deals so you don't have to. Be sure to check out discounts on AMD Ryzen processors, Choetech Micro-USB/USB-C 2-in-1 cables, Nintendo Switch pre-orders, Game of Thrones DVDs and much more...

Alexa stop listening to me

How to disable the microphone on the Amazon Echo

Andrew Myrick 47 min ago

There have been some instances where Amazon Alexa has been caught listening to conversations unprovoked. Today, we're taking a look at how you can disable the microphone on your Amazon Echo.

Everything In Its Place

This $10 electronics travel organizer keeps all your cables close by

John Levite 49 min ago

Enough space for headphones, charging cables, flash drives, mini tablets, and more.

Pixel Perfect

Activate the Google Pixel 3 at Target to score a bonus $150 gift card

Alex Smith 1 hour ago 2

Reserve a device online starting October 18, then head to your local Target store to pick it up with a nice bonus.

Big choice

Google Pixel 3 XL vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 9: Which should you buy?

Andrew Martonik 1 hour ago

Though they're both high-end phones that command an equally high price, Google and Samsung have entirely different philosophies about what makes a great phone.

Save today!

Gaming monitors, speedy SSDs, and more are discounted today

Jared DiPane 2 hours ago 5

We have our eyes on the deals all day long so you can take a break. Be sure to check out the big discounts on ViewSonic's 24-inch 1080p gaming monitor, the Samsung 860 Pro SSD, an AeroGarden for kids, and more!

Big moves

Google's changes to EU licensing could mean more expensive Androids

Andrew Martonik 2 hours ago 13

Google just announced changes to the way it will license Android and its app suite to companies distributing devices in Europe, and the changes aren't great for everyone.

Moar power!

Why doesn't PlayStation Classic come with an AC adapter?

James Bricknell 2 hours ago

Sony is soon to join Nintendo with a retro console of their own. Called the PlayStation Classic, it is a perfect replica of the original except one thing, it doesn't have an A/C adapter. We answer why in this article.

Let there be light!

Lighting hacks for your PlayStation 4

Jaz Brown 3 hours ago 1

Customizing your system setup doesn't have to mean boring tweaks, and with these lighting hacks, you can add some real character to your PlayStation 4!

The new hotness

Here's what you get in The Heist DLC for Spider-Man

Quentyn Kennemer and Jennifer Locke 4 hours ago 9

The folks at Insomniac are taking a shot at one of the most popular superhero franchises of all time, and so far it looks amazing.

Holy screen batman

Huawei announces the Mate 20 X — a phone with a 7.2-inch OLED display

Joe Maring 5 hours ago 21

During its big Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro event, Huawei surprised everyone with an unexpected announcement for its Mate 20 X phablet.

Focus

Declutter with this upgraded version of The Anchor headphone mount

Alex Smith 5 hours ago

The recently-released Anchor Pro offers twice the strength of the original, along with a few great additions.

MORE POWER

The $57 Black+Decker kit includes a cordless drill, hand tools, and more

John Levite 5 hours ago

All of it fits in a carrying bag for easy storage.

just in case

The best cases for the Samsung Galaxy S9+

Tom Westrick 5 hours ago 30

Your Galaxy S9+ is an expensive phone, so protect it with a great case!

Read Something

The new $130 Kindle Paperwhite comes with six months of unlimited reading

John Levite 6 hours ago

Take something good. Make it better. Then add more free stuff. Seems like a winning formula to me.

Best 🇬🇧 Deals

UK Daily Deals: Philips Hue, Xbox Live Gold, Amazon Music Unlimited, more

Adam Oram 6 hours ago

We scout out the day's best UK deals so you don't have to. Be sure to check out the big discounts on Philips Hue Starter Kits, Xbox Live Gold membership, Amazon Music Unlimited, Hive Smart Thermostats, Amazon Fire HD 10 tablets, and much more.

Security Cameras

Netgear Arlo Q Plus vs. Nest Cam IQ: Which should you buy?

Jerry Hildenbrand 6 hours ago

Need a good security camera with some extra, maybe smart features? The Netgear Arlo Q Plus and the Nest Cam IQ are both great options, but which one is best?

Nitty gritty

Huawei Mate 20 + Mate 20 Pro specifications

Joe Maring 7 hours ago 6

The Huawei Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro have landed! Before you rush out and buy either phone, make sure you brush up on all their specs.

AI on your wrist

Huawei Watch GT hands-on: AI comes to your wrist

Nirave Gondhia 7 hours ago 2

The Huawei Watch GT brings AI to your wrist and promises a lot of great features, with one big caveat - it's not running Android Wear. Is this a deal breaker? Join us to find out.

Friends with benefits

How to set up Gameshare on your PlayStation 4

Jennifer Locke 7 hours ago

Set up gameshare on your PlayStation 4 to start saving money on games and sharing your digital library with friends.

It's all here

Infographic showcases RED Hydrogen One specs, design, and features

Joe Maring 7 hours ago 1

The RED Hydrogen One's final release date is still up in the air, but in the meantime, a new infographic gives us a detailed look at the handset.

King of the hill

What do you consider to be the phone of the year for 2018?

Joe Maring 8 hours ago 20

We've seen a lot of great smartphones released this year, but which one is the best of the best?

Fight of the ages

Sony WH1000XM3 vs. Bose QC35 II: Which should you buy?

Joe Maring 9 hours ago

The Bose QC35 II are dominating the wireless headphone space, but the Sony WH1000XM3 just may be the better purchase.

Light Em Up

UK Deal: Take advantage of all-time low pricing on Philips Hue Starter Kits

Adam Oram 10 hours ago 1

These starter kits have everything you need to get your smart home going.

Hawt

Honor 8X preview: Big, bold, and beautiful

Harish Jonnalagadda 13 hours ago 8

The Honor 8X has a striking two-tone finish at the back paired with a large 6.5-inch FHD+ display, Kirin 710 chipset, and 3750mAh battery. For $300, you can't ask for much more.

Security Cameras

Netgear Arlo Q vs. Arlo Q Plus: Which should you buy?

Jerry Hildenbrand 1 day ago

Need a standalone security camera? Netgear makes the Arlo, and there are a couple of models to try.

womp womp

PSA: AT&T is down right now for a lot of people [Update]

Joe Maring 1 day ago 5

A fire at an AT&T facility in Dallas was causing for some service outages, but as of 10:30 PM Monday night, things are back to normal.

Edit All The Things

Adobe debuts Premiere Rush CC, a cross-platform 'all-in-one' video editor

Dan Thorp-Lancaster 1 day ago 7

Adobe's "Project Rush" is now ready for primetime as Premiere Rush CC, an all-in-one video-editing app built to work across desktop and mobile platforms.

Outlaw time

Rockstar's Dan Houser details Red Dead Redemption 2's immense scope

Quentyn Kennemer and Jennifer Locke 1 day ago 24

It's almost time to head back into the world of Outlaws and Ladies of questionable repute. Here's a quick catch up on this epic game headed to PlayStation 4.

Sponsored

These are the unique features that make EMUI 9.0 the best upgrade yet!

Android Central 1 day ago

EMUI 9.0 is the most advanced version yet. Here are some reasons you'll definitely want it on your phone.

Holy smokes

The first Wear OS smartwatch with the Snapdragon Wear 3100 costs $995

Joe Maring 1 day ago 18

The Montblanc Summit 2 is the very first Wear OS watch with Qualcomm's Snapdragon Wear 3100 processor and is on sale now for a starting price of $995.

fresh look

Cortana beta debuts major UI overhaul and more on Android and iOS

Dan Thorp-Lancaster 1 day ago 17

Cortana is getting a big overhaul on Android and iOS, including a new conversational UI, connections to outside apps for podcasts and music, and much more.

Huawei Mate 20 Pro hands-on preview: The phone that does everything

Huawei Watch GT hands-on: AI comes to your wrist

Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL review: Fewer features make incredible phones

Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Review: Bigger, better, and much louder

Latest Android news Make this your homepage

Canada Daily Deals: AMD Ryzen processors, Nintendo Switch, and more

How to disable the microphone on the Amazon Echo

This $10 electronics travel organizer keeps all your cables close by

Activate the Google Pixel 3 at Target to score a bonus $150 gift card

The Best Smartphones

The Google Pixel 3 XL is the best Android phone for most people

The Moto G6 is the best budget phone you can buy right now

The best phones you can buy from T-Mobile

The Galaxy S9+ is the best unlocked Android phone you can buy

The LG Stylo 4 is the best phone at MetroPCS you can buy

Help & How To

Here's how to hide the notch on the Pixel 3 XL

Smartphone tips for hurricane season

How to stream The Weather Channel once you've cut the cord

Can I revoke access from a Nest Tag if I lose it?

Where to try an Oculus Go before you buy

Deals

Amazon's giving away free $3 credits for installing its browser extension

Canada Daily Deals: AMD Ryzen processors, Nintendo Switch, and more

This $10 electronics travel organizer keeps all your cables close by

Activate the Google Pixel 3 at Target to score a bonus $150 gift card

Add powerful functions to your USB-C port with the $30 Anker 3-in-1 hub

Latest news

Google Pixel 3 XL vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 9: Which should you buy?

Gaming monitors, speedy SSDs, and more are discounted today

Google's changes to EU licensing could mean more expensive Androids

Why doesn't PlayStation Classic come with an AC adapter?

Analysis

Why multi-home support in Google Home matters to everyone

Huawei Mate 20 Pro hands-on preview: The phone that does everything

Should you buy the Google Pixel 3?

LG Stylo 4 review: Beauty on a budget

Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 review: A three-pronged attack

Lighting hacks for your PlayStation 4

Here's what you get in The Heist DLC for Spider-Man

Huawei announces the Mate 20 X — a phone with a 7.2-inch OLED display

Declutter with this upgraded version of The Anchor headphone mount

The Pixel 3 — Everything you need to know

The Pixel 3 XL uses a Samsung OLED display

Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL review: Fewer features make incredible phones

Pre-order a Pixel 3 XL? Have a case ready when it arrives!

Best Cases for Google Pixel 3

Best leather cases for the Google Pixel 3

Don't let the Pixel 3 XL's notch distract you from an otherwise great phone

Is 4GB of RAM enough for the Pixel 3?

The $57 Black+Decker kit includes a cordless drill, hand tools, and more

The best cases for the Samsung Galaxy S9+

The new $130 Kindle Paperwhite comes with six months of unlimited reading

UK Daily Deals: Philips Hue, Xbox Live Gold, Amazon Music Unlimited, more

Netgear Arlo Q Plus vs. Nest Cam IQ: Which should you buy?

Huawei Mate 20 + Mate 20 Pro specifications

Huawei Watch GT hands-on: AI comes to your wrist

How to set up Gameshare on your PlayStation 4

Infographic showcases RED Hydrogen One specs, design, and features

What do you consider to be the phone of the year for 2018?

Sony WH1000XM3 vs. Bose QC35 II: Which should you buy?

UK Deal: Take advantage of all-time low pricing on Philips Hue Starter Kits

Honor 8X preview: Big, bold, and beautiful

Netgear Arlo Q vs. Arlo Q Plus: Which should you buy?

PSA: AT&T is down right now for a lot of people [Update]

Adobe debuts Premiere Rush CC, a cross-platform 'all-in-one' video editor

Rockstar's Dan Houser details Red Dead Redemption 2's immense scope

These are the unique features that make EMUI 9.0 the best upgrade yet!

The first Wear OS smartwatch with the Snapdragon Wear 3100 costs $995

Cortana beta debuts major UI overhaul and more on Android and iOS

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