作者彙整: Joe Maring

The Galaxy Note 10 is here, and it’s a gorgeous sight to behold. Samsung’s latest entry in the Note series is a lot more manageable than past Notes, offering a large, bezel-less display in a form factor that’s easy to hold. As striking as it is it may be, however, the large screen, glass back, and thin metal frame mean it likely won’t hold up that well in the event of a fall. Want to ensure the Note 10 stays looking good for years to come? Here are a few cases we recommend checking out.

There’s not a right or wrong time to pick up a case for your Galaxy Note 10, but with Black Friday right around the corner, we’re about to enter a season of discounts that are bound to slash prices on some of those cases you’ve been eyeing for your phone. As these deals pop up, we’ll update the roundup below to reflect the latest and greatest prices.

The only case you need

Spigen Neo Hybrid

Staff pick

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The Samsung Galaxy S10 is a truly gorgeous phone thanks to its nearly bezel-less display and stunning glass back, but as with all of Samsung’s latest handsets, you’ll want to outfit it with a case in order to ensure its good looks for years to come. If you’re planning on picking up the S10, here are the cases we recommend getting.

Buying a case for your Galaxy S10 is a good decision all year round, but as we’re now in November and start to creep closer and closer towards Black Friday 2019, case-buying gets pretty exciting. This is the time of year when we often see discounts and savings on cases, meaning if you’re looking to add more to your collection or are still rocking your S10 naked, now’s the time to buy. You might not find Black Friday deals on these specific cases, but we’ll be sure to update you with what we find.

Redesigned favorite

Spigen Neo Hybrid

Staff pick

Spigen’s Neo Hybrid has long been one of our favorite phone cases. It has an iconic design, offers excellen… 閱讀全文 →

Echo Dot (3rd Gen)

Third time’s a charm

$50 at Amazon

Pros

Vastly improved speakers
Gorgeous fabric design
Still really affordable
New Plum color!

Cons

No real difference in functionality compared to 2nd Gen Dot

Whether you already have 2nd Gen Echo Dot or are looking to buy into the Alexa ecosystem for the first time, the Echo Dot (3rd Gen) is a phenomenal product. It looks great, sounds better than ever, and retains the excellent price tag.

Echo Dot (2nd Gen)

Respect your elders

Formerly $40 at Amazon

Pros

Connects to other speakers
Same great Alexa experience

Cons

Sound quality doesn’t hold up
Plastic design is boring
No longer available for sale on Amazon

The Echo Dot (2nd Gen) still works just fine in 2019, but if you have the means to upgrade, the Echo Dot (3rd Gen) delivers a better all-around experience. Since Amazon no longer sells this device, if you wanted to pick one up you’ll have to hit up the reseller market.

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Our pick

Nokia 6.2

$249 at Amazon

Pros

Excellent hardware
Triple rear cameras
Clean Android One software
Google Assistant button
NFC for Google Pay

Cons

Only works on GSM networks

The Nokia 6.2 stands out as one of the best smartphone values on the market. It gets the basics right, featuring a fantastic design, excellent battery life, and top-notch software support. It also offers some premium goodies we don’t usually see at this price, such as NFC for Google Pay and a dedicated Google Assistant button.

Works with all carriers

Moto G7

$300 at Amazon

Pros

Large and vibrant display
Dual rear cameras
Motorola’s software is great
Hands-free Alexa
Works on GSM and CDMA networks

Cons

No Google Pay support
Won’t get updates beyond Android 10

Motorola’s G-series features some of the most popular mid-range phones, and the Moto G7 continues the lineup’s legendary reputation. It offers a great display, dual rear cameras, and hands-free Alexa access at a competit… 閱讀全文 →

With options for 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB in storage, the Samsung Galaxy S9 has you covered no matter what you need. However, should you buy the phone and realize you need more space after the fact, the S9’s microSD card slot makes it easy to upgrade your storage at any time. There are a ton of microSD cards out there to choose from, but without a doubt, these are the very best ones you can get.

Best on a budget

Samsung 32GB EVO Select

Even the base 64GB Galaxy S9 offers plenty of space out of the box, so if you just need a bit more wiggle room, 32GB is a really good affordable option.

$7 at Amazon

Durable and fast

SanDisk Extreme 64GB

Double your phone storage with the 64GB SanDisk Extreme, an ideal card for capturing HD video with high data transfer speeds.

$19 at Amazon

Best overall pick

Samsung 128GB EVO Plus

Staff pick

Samsung’s Evo Plus is the best option for most people. The 128GB card delivers 100Mb/s read speeds, and 90Mb/s write speeds at a great value.

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Best answer: The Moto X4 has proven to be a great phone over the last couple of years, but in 2019, it’s no longer our go-to recommendation. Instead, we think you’re better off with something like the Moto G7 or Nokia 7.2.

Everything you need: Moto G7 ($300 at Amazon)
HDR display: Nokia 7.2 ($349 at Amazon)

The Moto X4 is quickly reaching its end of life

Although it’s hard to believe, the Moto X4 is well beyond its second birthday. The phone was announced in August 2017, and in the smartphone market, that’s a lifetime.

To be fair, the X4 has lived a pretty great life. Even though Motorola’s not the best when it comes to software updates, the phone’s now running Android 9 Pie in all of its glory, and that’s awesome.

Looking ahead, however, the Moto X4’s future doesn’t look bright. The phone’s already received two major software updates, having launched with Android Nougat, and Motorola hasn’t announced any plans to update the X4 to Android 10.

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With its slick glass back and striking color options, the Pixel 4 is a gorgeous piece of tech. As good as it may look, though, the right drop will turn it into a shattered mess in no time at all. If you want to avoid that from happening without hiding the Pixel 4’s natural beauty, a clear case is what you’ll want. Here are our favorite ones!

The clear winner

Spigen Liquid Crystal

Staff pick

When it comes to clear cases, the best one you can get is the Spigen Liquid Crystal. It’s a slim and lightweight case that’s form-fitted to go on the Pixel 4 just right. The TPU material gives the phone a welcomed grip, and at just 0.11-inches thick, it doesn’t add unwanted bulk.

$10 at Amazon

Slim and rugged

Spigen Ultra Hybrid

If you find yourself needing a bit more protection than what the Liquid Crystal can offer, the Ultra Hybrid fits the bill nicely. Along with its clear back, there’s also a reinforced bumper that gives you even more safety against drops/falls.

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The news comes just a week after PayPal left.

What you need to know

Facebook’s Libra Association has lost four more of its founding members.
This time around, Visa, Mastercard, eBay, and Stripe are pulling their support.
A week prior, PayPal dropped out of the group.
The idea of a Facebook-lead cryptocurrency raised a lot of eyebrows when it was first announced in June, though support from a laundry list of well-established companies gave it a feeling of legitimacy it would have otherwise lacked. However, that initial support is quickly starting to fade away.

On October 4, PayPal announced that it was leaving Facebook’s Libra Association to focus on its own business ventures. Now, reports from The Verge, Financial Times and Bloomberg reveal that Visa, Mastercard, eBay, and Stripe are also leaving the group.

While Mastercard has yet to offer any comment regarding the news, Visa, eBay, and Stripe have spoken out. Starting first with Visa:

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Let’s face it — this was bound to happen sooner or later.

Ever since the release of Android 1.5 Cupcake back in 2009, every subsequent update for the OS has had a tasty dessert name to go along with its numerical position — some of my favorites being Ice Cream Sandwich, Jelly Bean, Pie, and the classic Froyo.

These dessert names have been a staple of the Android brand for nearly a decade, and leading up to each new release, part of the fun is guessing what treat name Google’s come up with. We’ve been painstakingly brainstorming what in the world Android Q would be called, but last week, Google dropped quite the bombshell with its announcement that Q’s official name would just be “Android 10”. From this point forward, Google and Android are done with the dessert names.

This came as quite a shock, and a lot of longtime Android users are (unsurprisingly) not happy with this decision. While I fully agree that the updated naming scheme isn’t nearly as fun or… 閱讀全文 →

From specs, pricing, features, and more, here’s the latest on the Pixel 3 and 3 XL.

Ever since 2016, Google’s Pixel phones have been among the best in the Android space. With the Pixel 3 and 3 XL, things aren’t any different.

Released in October 2018, the Pixel 3 series remains a special device, even now in mid-2019. The cameras are great, the software’s better than ever, and having been out for a few months, it’s not uncommon to find big savings, thanks to semi-regular deals and promotions.

From the latest news, our best accessory recommendations, and much more, here’s everything you need to know about the Pixel 3!

First, start with the review
If it’s specs you need…
How does the Pixel 3 compare to older phones?
Should you upgrade from an older Pixel?
The cameras are amazing
You can get the Android Q beta right now

What is the Pixel 3a?
The Pixel 4 is right around the corner
Get the accessories you need for your Pixel
Where to buy the Pixel 3
Camera, phone

Google Pixel 3

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