The Best Upholstery Cleaners for Every Kind of Stain Removal

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Should You Use Hubitat to Automate Your Smarthome?

Should You Use Hubitat to Automate Your Smarthome?

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Geek Trivia: Which Video Game Series’ Protagonist Derives His Name From Iconic Sci-Fi Writers?

<p><img src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/gg/up/sshot542ef4d2a58a8.png" /></p> <table width="650px" border="0"> <tr> <td> <h2><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/trivia/which-video-game-series-protagonist-derives-his-name-from-iconic-sci-fi-writers/">Which Video Game Series’ Protagonist Derives His Name From Iconic Sci-Fi Writers?</a></h2> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="left" valign="top"> <ol> <li>HALO</li> <li>Dead Space</li> <li>Super Mario Bros.</li> <li>Mass Effect</li> </ol> <p>Think you know the answer?</p> </td> </tr> </table> <p><em><a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/trivia/which-video-game-series-protagonist-derives-his-name-from-iconic-sci-fi-writers/"><img border="0" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/geekers/up/readmore-button.png" /></a></em></p> <br />

Geek Trivia: Which Video Game Series’ Protagonist Derives His Name From Iconic Sci-Fi Writers?

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Which Video Game Series’ Protagonist Derives His Name From Iconic Sci-Fi Writers? HALO Dead Space Super Mario Bros. Mass Effect Think you know the answer? …

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The Essential Running Accessories for Spring

The Essential Running Accessories for Spring

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How to Turn Syncing On or Off in Chrome

<p><img alt="Google Chrome logo" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-404255" height="300" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/chrome.png" width="650" /></p> <p>Google Chrome lets you sync up your Google account to your browser across any device. When enabled, bookmarks, history, passwords, extensions, and themes—among many other settings—sync from your Google account, creating a seamless experience no matter where you are.</p> <h2>How to Turn Syncing On</h2> <p>To get started syncing to your Google account, fire up Chrome and click on the profile menu icon in the top right corner of your browser, then click “Turn on sync.”</p> <p><img alt="Click the profile icon, then on "Turn on Sync."" class="alignnone wp-image-408153 size-full" height="352" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019-03-19_13h50_27.png" width="417" /></p> <p>You’ll be redirected to a Google Chrome sign-in screen, where you have to enter your Google email—or phone number associated with Google—and click “Next.”</p> <p><img alt="Enter your Google account and hit "Next."" class="alignnone wp-image-408154 size-full" height="627" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019-03-19_13h51_55.png" width="540" /></p> <p><strong>RELATED:</strong> <a href='https://www.howtogeek.com/406976/how-to-manage-saved-passwords-in-chrome/'><strong><em>How to Manage Saved Passwords in Chrome</em></strong></a></p> <p>Enter your password and click “Next.”</p> <p><img alt="Enter your password, then click "Next."" class="alignnone wp-image-408155 size-full" height="381" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/2019-03-19_13h52_27.png" width="534" /></p> <h3><a href='https://www.howtogeek.com/408150/how-to-turn-syncing-on-or-off-in-chrome/'>Read the remaining 25 paragraphs</a></h3> <br />

How to Turn Syncing On or Off in Chrome

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Google Chrome lets you sync up your Google account to your browser across any device. When enabled, bookmarks, history, passwords, extensions, and themes—among many other settings—sync from your Goog…

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Daily News Roundup: Walmart’s Game Streaming Service, Facebook Stored Passwords in Plain Text, and More

<p><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-408132" height="300" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/news-header-4.png" width="650" /></p> <p>The past 24 hours have been filled with some interesting tidbits with rumors of a Walmart game streaming service and Facebook’s improper storage of passwords, but that’s just the beginning. Here’s a look at the biggest stories from March 22, 2019.</p> <h2>Apple News: AirPower…Maybe</h2> <p>It’s been a surprisingly busy week for Apple, with new iPad, new iMacs, and new AirPods all hitting the scene ahead of the company’s big announcement on Monday. Things have been quiet on the Apple front this morning, but there are a couple of rumors worth talking about.</p> <ul> <li>Apple secured the trademark for “AirPower,” the company’s long-awaited multi-device wireless charging mat. [<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2019/03/21/apple-secures-rights-to-airpower-trademark/">MacRumors</a>]</li> <li>The better news? We might see it launch “in late March” (finally). Been a long time coming. [<a href="https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20190322PD202.html">Digitimes</a>]</li> <li>In new unrelated to AirPower, Apple Music got a nice little update and makeover to the Browse section that should make it easier for users to find new tunes. Dig it. [<a href="https://www.macrumors.com/2019/03/22/apple-music-updates-browse/">MacRumors</a>]</li> </ul> <p>AirPower has bee an unusual product for Apple because it was initially announced back in 2017 with an expected 2018 launch. There hasn’t been anything concrete from Apple since then, which is pretty unusual for a company as consistent and reliable as it is. Still, it’s something that most Apple users have been longing for, and it looks like the time may finally be close. Maybe, anyway.</p> <h2>Microsoft and Windows News: The Return (and Demise) of Clippy</h2> <p>It seems like every day there’s at least one Microsoft-related thing worth talking about. Today, it’s Clippy, the long-loathed talking (and annoying) paperclip from back in the day.</p> <ul> <li>Microsoft brought back Clippy as part of an animated sticker pack for its Teams collaboration and chat app. Then, it quickly killed it off. The little guy just can’t get a break. [<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2019/3/22/18276923/microsoft-clippy-microsoft-teams-stickers-removal">The Verge</a>]</li> </ul> <p>It turns out that after bringing Clippy back, the “brand police” weren’t pleased. Even in something as simple and otherwise harmless as a sticker pack, I guess Clippy is still so offputting that no one wants to see his stupid little face ever again. Poor Clippy.</p> <h2>Google and Android News: Hidden Video Ads and Drained Batteries</h2> <p>Ah, Google. Even when it seems like nothing else is going on in the tech world (even though there’s always something) we can all count on Google and Android news for something to look at and ponder on.</p> <ul> <li>There’s a new scam that lets advertisers run hidden video ads in the background, making them dollars off you while also killing your phone’s battery. What a time to be alive. [<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2019/3/22/18276542/scam-hidden-video-ads-android-app-drain-batteries-data-cpu-cycles">The Verge</a>]</li> <li>Android Auto recently got an update for widescreen head units that will allow two apps to show in split-screen format at one time. This is such a killer update I’m jealous of everyone who gets it and isn’t me. [<a href="https://9to5google.com/2019/03/21/android-auto-widescreen-support/">9to5Google</a>]</li> <li>Google is dropping IFTTT support in Gmail as part of a program to increase privacy and security. This is undoubtedly going to come as a hit to anyone who relies on IFTTT for automation in their email. Support will be removed on March 31st. [<a href="https://9to5google.com/2019/03/22/gmail-will-drop-support-ifttt-march-31/">9to5Google</a>]</li> <li>There was an update to Samsung’s “Notification” app, which apparently bothered some people? Turns out it’s fine. Like, fine. [<a href="https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/03/21/no-the-samsung-notifications-app-update-is-not-dangerous/">Android Police</a>]</li> <li>Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy A90—which should be announced at the company’s <a href="http://www.samsungmobilepress.com/stories/invitation-a-galaxy-event">April 10th event</a>—is said to have a “notchless infinity screen.” So…where’s the front camera going to be? [<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2019/3/22/18277109/samsung-galaxy-a90-features-notchless-infinity-display">The Verge</a>]</li> <li>eBay added support for Google Pay on Android and the web. I think that’s cool. [<a href="https://9to5google.com/2019/03/21/ebay-google-pay-android-web/">9to5Google</a>]</li> </ul> <p>The most troubling thing here is the whole “video ads in the background” garbage. Apparently this is no fault of the developers of affected apps, however—it’s an ad company doing shady ad company stuff. According to Buzzfeed, the source of this crap was traced back to OutStream Media. At this point, any developer using OutStream for ad services should probably find a new ad provider, because this is pure garbage. If you’re experiencing this issue, best just to let the developer know what’s going on and realize that they probably don’t know either.</p> <h2>Everything Else: Walmart’s Game Streaming Service and Terrible Facebook Password Storage Practices</h2> <p>Generally speaking, I find the “everything else” category one of the more subtle sections in this daily news feed. Today, however, it contains arguably the biggest news of the past 24 hours.</p> <ul> <li>Facebook stored millions of passwords in plain text, which allowed “as many as 20,000” employees to see your password. If you use your Facebook password in other places, probably time to change it. [<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2019/3/21/18275837/facebook-plain-text-password-storage-hundreds-millions-users">The Verge</a>]</li> <li><em>The Next Big Thing in Gaming</em> is coming…from Walmart? Apparently, the store everyone hates but goes to anyway is thinking about offering its own game streaming service. Great. [<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2019/3/21/18276235/walmart-cloud-gaming-service-google-stadia-competitor">The Verge</a>]</li> <li>Steam’s library is getting a makeover that sucks so much less than it does now. It should give a much better overview of what’s the haps with your installs. I dig it. [<a href="https://www.engadget.com/2019/03/21/steam-game-library-redesign/">Engadget</a>]</li> <li>Apparently, people in India <em>really love</em> PUBG. So much, in fact, a 6-hour <em>per day</em> limit is being tested by the developer. Wow. [<a href="https://thenextweb.com/in/2019/03/22/pubg-is-testing-a-6-hour-per-day-limit-in-india/">The Next Web</a>]</li> <li>Thousands of Medtronic defibrillators could have a vulnerability that makes them open to hacks. This is a life-saving piece of equipment found inside a person’s body, and someone else could literally take control of it. If that’s not scary, I don’t know what is. [<a href="https://gizmodo.com/hundreds-of-thousands-of-medtronic-defibrillators-could-1833481773">Gizmodo</a>]</li> </ul> <h3><a href='https://www.howtogeek.com/408637/daily-news-roundup-walmarts-game-streaming-service-facebook-stored-passwords-in-plain-text-and-more/'>Read the remaining 4 paragraphs</a></h3> <br />

Daily News Roundup: Walmart’s Game Streaming Service, Facebook Stored Passwords in Plain Text, and More

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Daily Deals: $600 Surface Pro, $700 iPad Pro, Smart Home Accessories, and More

Daily Deals: $600 Surface Pro, $700 iPad Pro, Smart Home Accessories, and More

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro gets Android 9.0 Pie-based MIUI Global Beta ROM [Download Link]

<img alt="" src="https://images.fonearena.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Redmi-Note-6-Pro-Review-1.jpg" /> Update - March 22, 2019: Xiaomi has released MIUI10 v9.3.21 Global Beta update that also brings Android Pie. You can download the recovery ROM here and flash using updater method. Stable update is expected soon. Xiaomi launched first quad camera phone Redmi Note 6 Pro in India back in November running MIUI 10 on top of Android 8.1 (Oreo) and last month it started recruiting Beta testers for testing Android Pie based MIUI 10 Global Beta ROM for various devices including Redmi Note 6 Pro. [gallery columns="2" size="medium" link="file" ids="277570,277571"] As per a post on MIUI Forum, Xiaomi has started rolling out MIUI 10 Global Beta 9.3.11 update for Redmi Note 6 Pro, which brings Android 9.0 (Pie) along with March security patch to the device. Note that this is a MIUI Global Nightly Beta update and is currently available for closed beta testers only, to learn more about different MIUI versions refer to this post. Apart from Redmi Note 6 Pro, Redmi Note 5 Pro, Redmi 6 Pro, and Redmi Y2 are also expected to receive the Android 9.0 (Pie) based MIUI Global Beta update in coming months. Here's the perfect #MondayMotivation. The Quad camera all-rounder is now available at the best price ever starting at just ₹11,999. 🤳20MP + 2MP AI front camera 📸12MP + 5MP AI ... <div class="feedflare"><a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=r_T0l0GYFK8:hQF0nWv8Azk:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=r_T0l0GYFK8:hQF0nWv8Azk:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=r_T0l0GYFK8:hQF0nWv8Azk:V_sGLiPBpWU" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=r_T0l0GYFK8:hQF0nWv8Azk:D7DqB2pKExk"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=r_T0l0GYFK8:hQF0nWv8Azk:D7DqB2pKExk" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=r_T0l0GYFK8:hQF0nWv8Azk:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" /></a></div> <img alt="" height="1" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/fone-arena/~4/r_T0l0GYFK8" width="1" /><br /> <a href="https://www.fonearena.com/blog/277569/xiaomi-redmi-note-6-pro-android-pie-update-beta.html">Read Here»</a>

Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro gets Android 9.0 Pie-based MIUI Global Beta ROM [Download Link]

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Update - March 22, 2019: Xiaomi has released MIUI10 v9.3.21 Global Beta update that also brings Android Pie. You can download the recovery ROM here and flash using updater method. Stable update is ex…

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Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro Android Pie beta update with Dual VoLTE starts rolling out [Download Link]

<img alt="" src="https://images.fonearena.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Redmi-6-Pro-Review-8.jpg" /> Update - March 22, 2019: Xiaomi has released MIUI10 v9.3.21 Global Beta update that also brings Android Pie and Dual 4G VoLTE support. You can download the  recovery ROM here and flash using updater method. Stable update is expected soon. Earlier: Xiaomi launched the Redmi 6 Pro in India back in September 2018 running MIUI 9 on top of Android 8.1 (Oreo) and later in December, it was updated to MIUI 10 which was also based on Android 8.1. Last month it started recruiting Beta testers for testing Android Pie based MIUI 10 Global Beta ROM for various devices including Redmi 6 Pro and Redmi Y2. Android Pie based MIUI Global Beta testing for the device has already started and Android 9.0 (Pie) based MIUI Global Beta ROM is expected to be released in coming weeks for all users (currently it is available for Beta testers only). Apart from Android version upgrade MIUI Global Beta ROM might bring a surprise for Redmi 6 Pro users, as per our sources we learned that Xiaomi has enabled Dual VoLTE on Redmi 6 Pro with Android Pie update. [gallery columns="2" size="full" link="file" ids="277675,277676"] We could verify the same with the help of screenshots posted on Mi Community and some replies by a Forum Moderator on MIUI Forum. Redmi 6 ... <div class="feedflare"><a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=d3lL7yNSopk:Z8NQwlAQrQ8:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=d3lL7yNSopk:Z8NQwlAQrQ8:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=d3lL7yNSopk:Z8NQwlAQrQ8:V_sGLiPBpWU" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=d3lL7yNSopk:Z8NQwlAQrQ8:D7DqB2pKExk"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=d3lL7yNSopk:Z8NQwlAQrQ8:D7DqB2pKExk" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=d3lL7yNSopk:Z8NQwlAQrQ8:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" /></a></div> <img alt="" height="1" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/fone-arena/~4/d3lL7yNSopk" width="1" /><br /> <a href="https://www.fonearena.com/blog/277665/xiaomi-redmi-6-pro-dual-volte-pie-update.html">Read Here»</a>

Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro Android Pie beta update with Dual VoLTE starts rolling out [Download Link]

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Update - March 22, 2019: Xiaomi has released MIUI10 v9.3.21 Global Beta update that also brings Android Pie and Dual 4G VoLTE support. You can download the  recovery ROM here and flash using updater …

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How to Open Links in the Background on Safari on iPhone and iPad

<p><img alt="Open in Background dialog" class="alignnone wp-image-408331" height="299" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/imageedit_1_7357342157.png" width="650" /></p> <p>Safari lets you open links in a new tab on iPhone or iPad, but it immediately switches to that new tab when you do. Here’s how to open all new tabs in the background instead.</p> <p>Opening links in new tabs on an iPhone or iPad has long been a simple case of touching and holding a link and then tapping “Open in New Tab.” That works great if you don’t want to lose your place on your current web page. But it can be jarring if you just want to open a tab and come back to it later. For that, you want to be able to open a new tab in the background.</p> <p>Thankfully, deep in the heart of the Settings app on both the iPhone and iPad, you’ll find a setting that does exactly that. Once turned on, all tabs will open in the background rather than stealing your focus, and it’s pretty great.</p> <p>To get started, open the “Settings” app and then tap “Safari.”</p> <p><img alt="Open Settings and tap Safari" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-408327" height="390" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/imageedit_1_5943991273-1.jpg" width="650" /></p> <p>Next, scroll down and tap “Open Links” to open the next screen.</p> <p><img alt="Tap Open Links" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-408328" height="462" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/imageedit_1_4933623757.jpg" width="650" /></p> <p>The next screen will show the two options available to you. If you want to open new links in the background, without having them steal focus, tap “In Background” and exit the Settings app.</p> <h3><a href='https://www.howtogeek.com/408322/how-to-open-links-in-the-background-on-safari-on-iphone-and-ipad/'>Read the remaining 5 paragraphs</a></h3> <br />

How to Open Links in the Background on Safari on iPhone and iPad

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Safari lets you open links in a new tab on iPhone or iPad, but it immediately switches to that new tab when you do. Here’s how to open all new tabs in the background instead. Opening links in new tab…

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How to Set Up iCloud On Your Mac

<p><img alt="MacOS Stock Photo" class="alignnone wp-image-408235 size-full" height="300" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_5c919fc749629.png" width="650" /></p> <p>The iCloud ecosystem is complicated, and it’s hard to know how much of your data is safe in the “cloud” and synced across your devices. We’ll walk through the process of setting up and explain what each feature does.</p> <h2>How to Sign Into iCloud</h2> <p>When you first set up your Mac, you should have been prompted to sign in with an iCloud account. If you’ve already set that up, you’re good to go, but if you’re not signed in you’ll need to sign in from the iCloud settings.</p> <p>Open the System Preferences app—you can click the Apple menu at the top of your screen and select “System Preferences”—and click the “iCloud” icon. You can also find the System Preferences app on your dock and in your Applications folder.</p> <p><img alt="iCloud settings icon" class="alignnone wp-image-408230 size-full" height="150" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_5c919df974d2d.png" width="325" /></p> <p>These are the iCloud settings. If you’re not signed in, you’ll see this sign-in screen.</p> <p><img alt="iCloud sign in page" class="alignnone wp-image-408228 size-full" height="300" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_5c919d4941ba6.png" width="650" /></p> <p>If you already have an Apple ID from an iPhone or iPad, make sure to use the same one for your Mac, or else nothing will sync between your devices. If you need to make a new account though, you can click “Create Apple ID” at the bottom to sign up.</p> <p><img alt="iCloud sign up page" class="alignnone wp-image-408229 size-full" height="300" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_5c919d53b5b29.jpg" width="650" /></p> <h3><a href='https://www.howtogeek.com/408029/how-to-set-up-icloud-on-your-mac/'>Read the remaining 23 paragraphs</a></h3> <br />

How to Set Up iCloud On Your Mac

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The iCloud ecosystem is complicated, and it’s hard to know how much of your data is safe in the “cloud” and synced across your devices. We’ll walk through the process of setting up and explain what e…

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Get 4 Essential CyberSecurity Software For Less Than $10 Per Month

Major data breaches and cyber attacks are occurring at an alarming rate, and if you are still not using a VPN and password manager app, you are seriously out of excuses. Not just VPN software and a password manager, cybersecurity experts also recommend using antivirus and backup solutions to protect your computers and precious data stored on them. Unfortunately, to cover these bases, one<img alt="" height="1" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/TheHackersNews/~4/HYgnOCcEIgI" width="1" /><br /> <a href="https://thehackernews.com/2019/03/best-cybersecurity-software.html">Read Here»</a>

Get 4 Essential CyberSecurity Software For Less Than $10 Per Month

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Major data breaches and cyber attacks are occurring at an alarming rate, and if you are still not using a VPN and password manager app, you are seriously out of excuses. Not just VPN software and a pa…

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Android Weekly: Shoddy Antivirus Apps, Android Q Features, and More

<p><img alt="" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-408561" height="300" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/android-weekly-HTG-1.png" width="650" /></p> <p>Last week saw the release of Android Q, and a lot of new features to go with it. The week of March 16th through 21st brought even more of that, along with a few Pie updates, Google’s new gaming announcement, and more.</p> <h2>More Android Q Features</h2> <p>We had a massive list of Android Q features in last week’s Android news roundup, and of course more of that sort of thing continued to trickle out this week. While the list isn’t <em>quite</em> as long, there’s still a lot of interesting stuff here.</p> <ul> <li>Android Q may get chat head-like notification bubbles for other apps. This sounds interesting, useful, and potentially annoying all at the same time. [<a href="https://www.xda-developers.com/android-q-tests-bubble-chat-heads-notification/">XDA Developers</a>]</li> <li>Along that same line (but opposite), Google is cracking down on full window overlays like chat heads. This permission will be heavily restricted on sideloaded apps, but a little open with things installed from the Play Store. [<a href="https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/03/16/android-q-steps-up-the-fight-up-against-overlay-based-malware/">Android Police</a>]</li> <li>There’s a hidden setting in the Pixel Launcher on Android Q that brings more iOS-like gesture navigation. Please, Google, for the love of all that is holy, steal this feature. The iPhone gesture navigation is <em>so good.</em> [<a href="https://www.xda-developers.com/android-q-iphone-navigation-gestures/">XDA Developers</a>]</li> <li>Do Not Disturb settings are customizable in Android Q. Cool. [<a href="https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/03/20/do-not-disturb-schedules-can-be-customized-on-android-q/">Android Police</a>]</li> <li>The squircles are coming! While not directly tied to Android Q, Google is changing Play Store requirements to make every icon a squircle. Okay then! [<a href="https://www.xda-developers.com/googles-new-requirements-will-make-every-play-store-icon-a-squircle/">XDA Developers</a>]</li> </ul> <p>Android Q has been out for more than a week now. I’ve been running it on my Pixel 1 XL for testing, and it’s honestly…just fine. It’s this weird blend of “this feels just like Pie,” but is also loaded down with a bunch of new, subtle features. Improved permissions are a real highlight for me, with iOS-like options of being able to permit apps location (and other) permissions only while in the foreground. That’s a boon for privacy. I’ll be interested to see what else comes with Q as it progresses towards a stable build.</p> <h2>Google News: Google Stadia, the Future of Gaming (maybe)</h2> <p>Google announced Stadia this week, its new gem streaming platform. Honestly, it’s <em>a lot</em> cooler than I think anyone was expecting. Here’s the skinny, followed by some thoughts.</p> <ul> <li>If you want to know what Stadia is all about, Review Geek has you covered. [<a href="https://www.reviewgeek.com/14236/googles-stadia-streaming-platform-is-an-all-out-invasion-of-gaming/">Review Geek</a>]</li> <li>If you want the Cliffs’ Notes version, Google released a four-minute version of the live announcement. Thanks, Google! [<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsaenNSjclY">YouTube</a>]</li> <li>Since Stadia is going to need content, there’s a partner program that offers free development hardware. That should make for a good start. [<a href="https://9to5google.com/2019/03/19/google-announces-stadia-partners-program-offering-free-development-hardware-and-resources/">9to5Google</a>]</li> <li>We covered (at our sister site, Review Geek) three things Stadia needs to succeed. [<a href="https://www.reviewgeek.com/14256/the-three-things-google-stadia-needs-to-conquer-the-gaming-industry/">Review Geek</a>]</li> <li>Kotaku asked the Stadia Boss Phil Harrison some stuff about the service. He even answered some of it. [<a href="https://kotaku.com/google-stadia-boss-answers-and-dodges-our-questions-1833422137">Kotaku</a>]</li> </ul> <p>So, here’s the thing: Stadia <em>looks</em> amazing. The promise of 4K 60fps gaming—something my PS4 Pro can’t do, mind you—streamed over the internet is a mind-blowing concept. But that’s the thing: it’s still basically a concept. There’s a lot we don’t know, like pricing, required internet speeds, game catalog, and model. Is it going to be a flat monthly rate where you can stream all you want, or will you have to buy games one-by-one? That’s the first question that has to be answered, and I’ve seen several differing opinions on how different journalists think this will work.</p> <p>Similarly, if it is an all-you-can-eat model, it needs to be priced aggressively. If it’s over $14.99 a month out of the gate, it’ll likely be dead in the water. $9.99 (or less!) would be a great starting point; then prices can rise as it gets more features and games.</p> <p>But the biggest question on my mind? <em>Will Google actually support Stadia</em>? I’ve been covering Google services and Android for nearly a decade, and if I’ve learned anything in that time, it’s that Google is bad for announcing products or services with grandiose plans, only to never deliver on any of it and let the service die two or three years later. I sincerely hope that this isn’t the case with Stadia, because this is a service that not only makes a lot of sense but could potentially have an incredibly bright future.</p> <h2>Android Updates: Pie for Nokia, ASUS Falls Short, OnePlus Starts Testing</h2> <p>While Android Q is being tested on Pixel phones, several other manufacturers are either just now pushing or testing Pie on their devices. It’s easily the most significant pain point for most Android users: if you don’t buy Pixel, you have no choice but to wait for updates.</p> <ul> <li>Nokia is pushing Pie to the 3.1. [<a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/will-my-phone-get-android-p">Android Central</a>]</li> <li>It also released Pie for the 5.1. [<a href="https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/03/19/android-9-pie-begins-rolling-out-to-the-nokia-5-1/">Android Police</a>]</li> <li>ASUS, on the other hand, backslides on its Pie update, pushing it back to mid-April for many Zenfone models. Ouch. [<a href="https://www.androidpolice.com/2019/03/18/asus-pie-update-slides-back-to-mid-april-for-select-zenfone-models/">Android Police</a>]</li> <li>OnePlus started testing the Pie update for the 3/3T in China, which means a global rollout is probably also coming soon. [<a href="https://9to5google.com/2019/03/21/android-pie-for-oneplus-3-3t-being-tested-in-china/">9to5Google</a>]</li> <li>In non-Pie news, The Razr Phone 2’s unique Chroma feature got a nice little update with Wave lighting. [<a href="https://www.xda-developers.com/razer-chroma-wave-lighting-razer-phone-2/">XDA Developers</a>]</li> </ul> <h3><a href='https://www.howtogeek.com/408552/android-weekly-shoddy-antivirus-apps-android-q-features-and-more/'>Read the remaining 7 paragraphs</a></h3> <br />

Android Weekly: Shoddy Antivirus Apps, Android Q Features, and More

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Last week saw the release of Android Q, and a lot of new features to go with it. The week of March 16th through 21st brought even more of that, along with a few Pie updates, Google’s new gaming annou…

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Medtronic's Implantable Defibrillators Vulnerable to Life-Threatening Hacks

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Thursday issued an advisory warning people of severe vulnerabilities in over a dozen heart defibrillators that could allow attackers to fully hijack them remotely, potentially putting lives of millions of patients at risk. Cardioverter Defibrillator is a small surgically implanted device (in patients' chests) that gives a patient's heart an electric<img alt="" height="1" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/TheHackersNews/~4/bL0A1229UDw" width="1" /><br /> <a href="https://thehackernews.com/2019/03/hacking-implantable-defibrillators.html">Read Here»</a>

Medtronic's Implantable Defibrillators Vulnerable to Life-Threatening Hacks

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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Thursday issued an advisory warning people of severe vulnerabilities in over a dozen heart defibrillators that could allow attackers to fully hijack them remot…

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Realme Mobile Bonanza sale from March 25 to 28: Offers on Realme 3, U1 and Realme 2 Pro

<img alt="" src="https://images.fonearena.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Realme-3_fonearena-1-1024x683.jpg" /> Realme has announced three- day Mobile Bonanza sale for its realme 3, realme U1 and realme 2 Pro smartphones between 25th March and 28th March 2019 on Flipkart, Amazon.in, realme.com and offline stores. During the sale realme 3 will be available on 26th March at 12 noon on Flipkart and realme website with Rs. 500 instant discount on Axis Bank Debit and Credit cards on Flipkart. The Radiant Blue variant of realme 3 will go on sale for the first time through this sale. The company said that it has sold over 3,11,800 units in the first two rounds of sales. realme U1 and realme 2 Pro will also be available at a discounted rate during the sale on online and offline stores during the offer period. Discounts on realme phones from March 25 to 28 realme U1 — Starting at Rs. 9,999 (Rs. 1000 off) realme 2 Pro — Starting at Rs. 11,990 (Rs. 1000 off) realme 3 — Flat Rs. 500 instant discount on Axis Bank Credit & Debit Cards on Flipkart during March 26 sale Realme said that it has recently inaugurated its first Exclusive Service Centre (ESC) in New Delhi across strategic locations wherein the potential for walk-in customers are high and will establish 25 ESCs ... <div class="feedflare"><a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=c0Db7eMKNYw:YffN4VPW7BQ:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=c0Db7eMKNYw:YffN4VPW7BQ:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=c0Db7eMKNYw:YffN4VPW7BQ:V_sGLiPBpWU" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=c0Db7eMKNYw:YffN4VPW7BQ:D7DqB2pKExk"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=c0Db7eMKNYw:YffN4VPW7BQ:D7DqB2pKExk" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=c0Db7eMKNYw:YffN4VPW7BQ:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" /></a></div> <img alt="" height="1" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/fone-arena/~4/c0Db7eMKNYw" width="1" /><br /> <a href="https://www.fonearena.com/blog/278324/realme-3-realme-u1-realme-2-pro-discount-offers.html">Read Here»</a>

Realme Mobile Bonanza sale from March 25 to 28: Offers on Realme 3, U1 and Realme 2 Pro

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Realme has announced three- day Mobile Bonanza sale for its realme 3, realme U1 and realme 2 Pro smartphones between 25th March and 28th March 2019 on Flipkart, Amazon.in, realme.com and offline stor…

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How to Avoid Windows 7’s End-of-Support Nags

<p><img alt="Windows 7 support end date nag message on desktop" class="alignnone wp-image-408568 size-full" height="300" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_5c93e75ab653c.png" width="650" /></p> <p>Windows 7 will soon start nagging you to upgrade to Windows 10—again. Specifically, you’ll see a message informing you that Microsoft will officially <a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/400783/windows-7-only-has-one-year-of-security-patches-left/">stop supporting Windows 7</a> on January 14, 2020. Here’s how to avoid it.</p> <h2>Why Windows 7 Will Nag You</h2> <p>Microsoft will only support Windows 7 with security patches until January 14, 2020. That’s the “end of support” or “end of life” (EOL) date. After this date, Windows 7 will technically leave “<a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/392976/what-it-means-when-microsoft-stops-supporting-your-version-of-windows/">extended support</a>.” Businesses can pay for additional support, but average consumer PCs will be stuck without security patches.</p> <p>That means Windows 7 machines will be increasingly vulnerable, and software developers will eventually leave those old PCs behind and stop writing software that works on Windows 7.</p> <p>We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported operating system by January 14, 2020. You’re using a supported operating system until then—so feel free to hide the nags and use your PC. And who wants to be nagged, anyway?</p> <p><strong>RELATED:</strong> <a href='https://www.howtogeek.com/400783/windows-7-only-has-one-year-of-security-patches-left/'><strong><em>Windows 7 Only Has One Year of Security Patches Left</em></strong></a></p> <h2>Microsoft Will Let You Silence the Nags This Time</h2> <p><img alt="Windows 7 end of life notification" class="alignnone wp-image-408565 size-full" height="411" src="https://www.howtogeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/img_5c93e5e8bc69b.png" width="650" /></p> <p>Microsoft has learned its lesson—kind of. While the original “Get Windows 10” (GWX) messages just kept coming back over and over again, this end-of-support notification looks much less annoying.</p> <p>This latest popup message doesn’t try to install any software on your system. In fact, the free Windows 10 upgrade offer is over—although there’s still <a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/266072/you-can-still-get-windows-10-for-free-with-a-windows-7-8-or-8.1-key/">an official but kind-of-secret way to upgrade to Windows 10 for free</a>.</p> <h3><a href='https://www.howtogeek.com/408556/how-to-avoid-windows-7s-end-of-support-nags/'>Read the remaining 19 paragraphs</a></h3> <br />

How to Avoid Windows 7’s End-of-Support Nags

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Windows 7 will soon start nagging you to upgrade to Windows 10—again. Specifically, you’ll see a message informing you that Microsoft will officially stop supporting Windows 7 on January 14, 2020. He…

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Samsung develops first 3rd-generation 10nm-Class DRAM

<img alt="" src="https://images.fonearena.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Samsung-10nm-Class-DRAM-1024x649.jpg" /> Samsung Electronics has announced that it has developed a 3rd-generation 10-nanometer-class (1z-nm) eight-gigabit (Gb) Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) DRAM for the first time in the industry. Mass production of the 1z-nm 8Gb DDR4 will begin within the second half of this year to accommodate next-generation enterprise servers and high-end PCs expected to be launched in 2020. Samsung’s development of the 1z-nm DRAM paves the way for an accelerated global IT transition to next-generation DRAM interfaces such as DDR5, LPDDR5 and GDDR6. Following a full validation with a CPU manufacturer for eight-gigabyte (GB) DDR4 modules, Samsung will be actively collaborating with global customers to deliver an array of upcoming memory solutions. In line with current industry needs, Samsung plans to increase the portion of its main memory production at its Pyeongtaek site, while working with its global IT clients to meet the rising demand for state-of-the-art DRAM products. Jung-bae Lee, executive vice president of DRAM product & technology, Samsung Electronics, said: Our commitment to break through the biggest challenges in technology has always driven us toward greater innovation. We are pleased to have laid the groundwork again for stable production of next-generation DRAM that ensures the highest performance and energy efficiency. As we build out our ... <div class="feedflare"><a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=PmAfau9RwO0:tEFKNqoEq_Y:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=PmAfau9RwO0:tEFKNqoEq_Y:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=PmAfau9RwO0:tEFKNqoEq_Y:V_sGLiPBpWU" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=PmAfau9RwO0:tEFKNqoEq_Y:D7DqB2pKExk"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=PmAfau9RwO0:tEFKNqoEq_Y:D7DqB2pKExk" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=PmAfau9RwO0:tEFKNqoEq_Y:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" /></a></div> <img alt="" height="1" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/fone-arena/~4/PmAfau9RwO0" width="1" /><br /> <a href="https://www.fonearena.com/blog/278318/samsung-3rd-generation-10nm-class-dram.html">Read Here»</a>

Samsung develops first 3rd-generation 10nm-Class DRAM

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Samsung Electronics has announced that it has developed a 3rd-generation 10-nanometer-class (1z-nm) eight-gigabit (Gb) Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) DRAM for the first time in the industry. Mass producti…

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Vivo V15 Pro Review: Another step forward

<img alt="" src="https://images.fonearena.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Vivo-V15-Pro_fonearena-1-1024x725.jpg" /> Vivo launched the NEX last year with a no-notch design, in-display fingerprint sensor and a pop-up camera in India, soon after it was introduced in China. The design received praises since the price was compelling, so the company has brought all these things at a cheaper rate to the Indian market with the V15 Pro a few weeks back. This is good in terms of innovation, and the specifications look good on paper, but is the phone worth the price? Let use find out in the review. Display, Hardware and Design The phone packs a large 6.39-inch 19.5:9 Super AMOLED 2.5D curved glass screen with gentle rounded corners. It is a Full HD+ Ultra FullView Display with a pixel resolution of 2340 × 1080 pixels and a pixel density of about 403 PPI. The display is bright and the colors are vibrant since it has 100% P3 color gamut coverage. Sunlight legibility is good as well. The company says that the AMOLED panel is made of advanced E2 luminescent materials. Overall the display is gorgeous to look, thanks to the no-notch design and minimal bezels on the sides and the bottom. [gallery link="file" columns="2" size="large" ids="278277,278278"] You can adjust the display color temperature from the display settings, and ... <div class="feedflare"><a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=IOx5pEX-UCs:PGgy7Aiq9Do:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=IOx5pEX-UCs:PGgy7Aiq9Do:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=IOx5pEX-UCs:PGgy7Aiq9Do:V_sGLiPBpWU" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=IOx5pEX-UCs:PGgy7Aiq9Do:D7DqB2pKExk"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=IOx5pEX-UCs:PGgy7Aiq9Do:D7DqB2pKExk" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=IOx5pEX-UCs:PGgy7Aiq9Do:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" /></a></div> <img alt="" height="1" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/fone-arena/~4/IOx5pEX-UCs" width="1" /><br /> <a href="https://www.fonearena.com/blog/278245/vivo-v15-pro-review-another-step-forward.html">Read Here»</a>

Vivo V15 Pro Review: Another step forward

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Vivo launched the NEX last year with a no-notch design, in-display fingerprint sensor and a pop-up camera in India, soon after it was introduced in China. The design received praises since the price …

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Samsung Galaxy Store offers optimized custom-curated, AI-recommended content

<img alt="" src="https://images.fonearena.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Samsung-Galaxy-Store-1.jpg" /> In an attempt to bring together all the features from Galaxy Apps and Galaxy Themes, Samsung Electronics has launched the Galaxy Store, a new platform for downloading apps and other content last month. Now it has detailed the features. For the uninitiated, the Galaxy Store brings together all the features from Galaxy Apps and Galaxy Themes that Galaxy users love, creating a whole new digital marketplace optimized for individual users. The Galaxy Store is exclusive for the Galaxy users allowing them to personalize the device with an array of apps and themes, ranging from Galaxy-exclusive content to partner apps that provide a diverse range of services. In this Store, users can buy purchase and select a variety of themes and fonts, new camera filters, photos with stickers and stamps, and new edge panel as well. Moreover, the Galaxy Watch and Gear users can also adjust their watch faces and download apps directly from the phone using the “Watch” tab in the Galaxy Store. Furthermore, the Galaxy Store has enhanced the recommendations feature, adding an AI-based analysis tool to the user-oriented UI. Moreover, there will be recommendations based on seasons, holidays and events throughout the year. Source <div class="feedflare"><a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=wpV9qmFYgQQ:LxMA07cHWRU:yIl2AUoC8zA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=yIl2AUoC8zA" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=wpV9qmFYgQQ:LxMA07cHWRU:V_sGLiPBpWU"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=wpV9qmFYgQQ:LxMA07cHWRU:V_sGLiPBpWU" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=wpV9qmFYgQQ:LxMA07cHWRU:D7DqB2pKExk"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?i=wpV9qmFYgQQ:LxMA07cHWRU:D7DqB2pKExk" /></a> <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?a=wpV9qmFYgQQ:LxMA07cHWRU:7Q72WNTAKBA"><img border="0" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~ff/fone-arena?d=7Q72WNTAKBA" /></a></div> <img alt="" height="1" src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/fone-arena/~4/wpV9qmFYgQQ" width="1" /><br /> <a href="https://www.fonearena.com/blog/278305/samsung-galaxy-store-apps.html">Read Here»</a>

Samsung Galaxy Store offers optimized custom-curated, AI-recommended content

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In an attempt to bring together all the features from Galaxy Apps and Galaxy Themes, Samsung Electronics has launched the Galaxy Store, a new platform for downloading apps and other content last mont…

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