Google Nexus Player by Asus Score Details “The Nexus Player, in its present form, is too much of a disappointment to rush out and buy right away, but it has great potential.” Competitive hardware under the hood 802.11ac Wi-Fi capable Smooth gameplay Zippy navigation Cast capable Limited app selection at launch Limited connection options (no Ethernet!) No universal search (Google Play results only) Google TV was a flop. Strike one. But the Nexus Q (remember that thing?), now that was a travesty. It went from hero to zero in a matter of days after critics lambasted it for being thin on features and fat on price ($300 with no remote? No thanks). Google ultimately abandoned the Nexus Q when it realized it had royally screwed up … again. Strike 2. Google has one last shot at becoming a major player in a highly competitive game involving such heavy-hitters as Apple, Roku and Amazon, and it’s swinging big with … [Read more...] about Google Nexus Player by Asus review
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Google Chromecast (2nd gen) review
Google Chromecast (2nd gen) Score Details DT Recommended Product “Even if you’re already committed to another streamer, the Chromecast’s new app alone makes picking one up well worth the 35 bucks.” New design fits any port Slightly faster load speeds New app is a huge improvement Cross-platform search at this price is impressive Search could use a bit of work Still can't control playback from main app What's On could stand some more personalization There are a lot of ways to stream these days – you’ve got your smart TVs, little black set-top boxes, and game consoles — but Google’s Chromecast has always gone its own way. When it launched in 2013, the little HDMI stick that provided a cheap and easy way to pull movies and TV shows from your favorite apps and “cast” them off to your TV screen was such a revolution, Digital Trends named it Best Product of … [Read more...] about Google Chromecast (2nd gen) review
This Microsoft Surface Pro 6 deal saves you $400 on the best Windows tablet
While laptops are portable, tablet computers offer an unparalleled level of mobility coupled with the capabilities of multiple devices. Apple has its iPad Pro, Samsung has its Galaxy Tab S6, and Google has its Pixel Slate. Microsoft has thrown its own hat into the ring as well, offering powerful Surface tablets that run on Windows. One of these is the Surface Pro 6, and it’s discounted on Best Buy for a massive $400 off. Normally selling for $1,199, the Microsoft Surface Pro 6 is on sale for just $799 on Best Buy. This deal applies to the Intel Core i5 variant with 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD. Jump on this offer now to save on the best Windows tablet. BUY NOW 2-in-1s offer true convenience in the sense that they combine the portability of a tablet and functionality of a laptop, and the same is true with the Surface Pro 6. What’s even better is that it’s capable of replacing your old, crusty laptop. It runs a full version of Windows 10 Home, providing you with quick access … [Read more...] about This Microsoft Surface Pro 6 deal saves you $400 on the best Windows tablet
The best Prime Day smartphone deals: Samsung, Motorola, Google, and more
We’re now on the second day of the Amazon Prime Day 2019 event, and there are still some incredible deals on some of the best products available right now. While there are deals during the year, Prime Day is one of the biggest shopping days, making it an excellent time to buy products like 4K TVs, gaming consoles, smart home devices, and, of course, smartphones. There are plenty of smartphones on offer for Prime Day 2019, from the more affordable yet still powerful devices, to the ultra high-end smartphones with the latest and greatest tech. Here are all the best smartphone deals for Amazon Prime Day 2019. If you checked on the deals yesterday, it’s worth taking a second look — as some of the deals may have changed. Best smartphone deals for Prime Day There are a ton of great deals on smartphones for Amazon Prime Day 2019, including deals on all your favorite brands, like Samsung, Google, LG, and so on. Whether you’re looking for a budget phone that’s … [Read more...] about The best Prime Day smartphone deals: Samsung, Motorola, Google, and more
How to transfer your photos from an Android phone to a PC
Thanks to smartphones and apps like Instagram, we now take more photos than ever before — over a trillion per year. But there’s a downside to shooting so many pictures on our phones; we run out of storage space. Throw in videos, burst sequences, screenshots, and even uncompressed RAW files, and before you know it, you’re phone doesn’t have enough space for the latest software update. The good news is that there’s no reason for you to lose all your treasured memories just so you can install a new app. Cloud storage is one solution, but your phone and PC can also work together, allowing you to back up all your images locally without a paid subscription. Here are eight ways to transfer photos from your Android device to your PC. For iOS users, see our guide on transferring photos from an iPhone. USB One of the best features of Android is its mostly unfettered access to the USB file system. The fact that you can simply plug your phone into your … [Read more...] about How to transfer your photos from an Android phone to a PC