Amazon really wants to remind you that its mobile app exists. Through the rest of today, Tuesday Aug. 31, eligible Amazon customers can claim $15 off their next qualifying order of $25 or more just by signing into the Amazon app, and after 24 hours, you can come back and claim another $15 coupon, totaling $30 off. Now, according to …
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Microsoft’s delaying one of the most highly anticipated features of its new Windows 11 software. The tech giant said it won’t offer Android mobile phone apps on its new app store for PCs when its next iteration of Windows launches on Oct. 5 as a free upgrade for many users. Microsoft didn’t give a date for when Android apps will be …
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Amazon is reportedly building a live audio service for use with Alexa. The online retail giant is investing heavily in an effort led by its music division that would include paying podcast networks, musicians and celebrities to use the feature for live conversations, shows and events, according to a Tuesday report from Axios. As podcast and live audio services surged during …
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In a tweet on Monday, Apple CEO Tim Cook said the tech giant will be donating to Hurricane Ida relief efforts. Cook said the company’s thoughts are with people impacted by the storm, especially those sheltering in Louisiana. “[W]e’re grateful for the first responders who are helping keep communities safe,” Cook tweeted. “Apple will be donating to relief and recovery …
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If you really enjoy listening to music or podcasts while you’re out running or cycling, bone-conduction headphones can be quite literally lifesaving. They keep your ears free to hear cars and other dangers without sacrificing your ability to hear whatever you’re listening to — they gently vibrate the sound directly into your head. These headphones typically run a little more …
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Fitness brand Under Armour has teamed up with Samsung-owned audio brand JBL and movie superstar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson to produce a set of wireless headphones with a claimed 45 hours of battery life. The $300 UA Project Rock Over-Ear Headphones feature JBL Charged Sound for “maximum motivation and amplified bass” and were finely tuned by “The Rock” himself. But …
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OnePlus calls its new Nord 2 the “flagship killer,” and I get why. This phone has impressive specs, performs well and when paired with a reasonable starting price (£399 here in the UK), it’s designed to offer everything you’d need from a phone without emptying your bank account. A powerful processor, a solid dual rear camera setup, 5G connectivity, super …
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Snapchat is expanding the repertoire of its visual search with an update to a feature called Scan. Scan has been a part of the popular messaging app for awhile as a way to identify songs or solve a math problem. Thursday’s update will put the feature front and center with a button on the main page of the app while …
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If you’re on the hunt for some way above-average headphones, the popular Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, which our own David Carnoy reviewed positively earlier this year, are currently down to the lowest price we’ve seen. The powerful in-ear ‘phones are down to $125 on Woot, which is the lowest we’ve seen ’em drop and a healthy discount on a pair …
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Of all of the fitness trackers we’ve tested, the Fitbit Charge 4 comes out on top as an all-around great pick. With a sleek design, compatibility with both iOS and Android, and accurate fitness readings, the Fitbit Charge 4 has a lot to offer despite being smaller and more subtle than many other smartwatches. It’s an even better pickup today, …
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