Reports said on Tuesday that the GSMA will decide on Friday whether or not to cancel this year’s Mobile World Congress show. MWC is the biggest mobile trade show of the year, a place where the top names in tech unveil new devices and mobile innovations every year. But the coronavirus outbreak in China prompted many of the big companies that attend the show to withdraw, with more than a week left to go. Others followed on Wednesday, including Germany’s Deutsche Telekom and HMD Global, the company that makes and sells phones under the Nokia brand. Then, new reports emerged saying that the GSMA has already decided ahead of the Friday deadline. The organization supposedly wanted to cancel the whole thing, but it’s waiting on Barcelona to declare a health emergency first. Ultimately, the GSMA canceled the entire thing.

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Mobile World Congress 2020 might be canceled, but we’re still in for a few huge product launches originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 13 Feb 2020 at 06:50:31 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Steffen Schwarz is a 32-year-old part-time farmer in Germany who’s preparing to marry his fiancee in June. The pair’s impending nuptials come as a result of a pretty epic marriage proposal Schwarz extended last May — a proposal that’s garnering headlines today for a pretty incredible reason.

That’s because Schwarz used a corn-planting machine in a way that left gaps in his field in the central-Germany community of Huettenberg. Those gaps spelled out the proposal, in German: “Will you marry me?” He prodded his girlfriend to fly a drone over the field, and then voila. The question thus popped, she enthusiastically told him yes. But what makes the proposal so memorable is that it actually doesn’t stop there.

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A pretty epic marriage proposal is visible right now on Google Maps originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 12 Feb 2020 at 22:15:55 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When Disney first announced that it would bring Star Wars back to life with a new sequel trilogy and a range of side stories that introduced us to characters who might not have fit in the Skywalker saga, fans were cautiously optimistic. After all, Disney managed to turn decades of confusing comic book lore into the biggest movie franchise of all time – who’s to say the same company couldn’t revive Star Wars after a few awful prequels?

Unfortunately, the reaction to Disney’s Star Wars output since 2015 has been decidedly mixed. The Force Awakens did little more than copy the formula of A New Hope, Solo: A Star Wars Story failed to say anything interesting about one of the most interesting characters in the series, and let’s not even get into The Last Jedi. The one film that didn’t seem to anger anyone was Rogue One, so of course it’s getting a prequel series on Disney+.

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Disney+ Cassian Andor will start shooting this year originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 12 Feb 2020 at 21:12:36 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Many of the Galaxy S20 rumors we saw before Tuesday’s Unpacked press conference claimed that Samsung would launch three distinct versions of the phone, two of which would come in 4G-only and 5G flavors. The Galaxy S20 and S20+ would have these two variants, while the Ultra would be a 5G-only device.

But as we got closer to the keynote, we learned that Samsung was going to do something unexpected in the US. First of all, it wouldn’t launch 4G versions at all, and all the 5G models would be more expensive than we’d expected. It turned out that’s exactly what Samsung planned for the S20 launch, and only certain markets around the world will get 4G-only versions of the Galaxy S20.

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I don’t really know when this started, but every time I make a run to Target these days I instinctively reach for my phone and complete my purchase at the register via Apple Pay. No fumbling for a wallet, no need to exchange dollar bills and get loose change back, no need to hand over a credit card so that Target can get hacked again and my data end up god knows where. It’s fast, there’s a satisfying “ding,” and I’m out the door. I think this started to become a habit for me after returning from a trip to Europe, where contactless payments are more of an ingrained thing, and rather than deal with a currency there that I didn’t understand, it just made sense to use Apple Pay and move on.

Apple is increasingly relying on revenue from its growing Services business, which includes offerings like Apple Music and revenue from its App Store — and on a standalone basis, that Services business would be about the size of a Fortune 100 company. Some of its offerings within that Services bucket are seeing more success than others at the moment, such as Apple Pay. The iPhone maker’s digital wallet, which users can link to their credit cards and the relatively new Apple Card, is now accounting for some 5% of all credit card transactions around the world.

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Apple just revolutionized another massive industry, and no one’s even talking about it originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 12 Feb 2020 at 19:08:31 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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SodaStream was a game-changer when it first hit the scene, and the company is still the biggest name in homemade sparkling water. It’s so much cheaper than buying soda even on sale, and it’s infinitely more healthy considering all the sugar and other junk you’ll find in most sodas. If you don’t already have a SodaStream at home, it’s time to change that — and it also makes an awesome and unique Valentine’s Day gift. The SodaStream Fizzi Sparkling Water Maker Bundle is by far the best starter pack for anyone looking to get in on the action, and it’s $30 off right now from Amazon, which is the lowest price we’ve seen since the holidays. Definitely check it out.

SodaStream Fizzi Sparkling Water Maker Bundle (Black), with CO2, BPA free Bottles, and 0 Calori…: $119.96

Here’s the key info from the product page:

• Make fresh sparkling water at the push of a button
• Includes: sparkling water maker, (2) 60L Co2 cylinders, (3) 1 liter BPA-free reusable carbonating bottles, and (2) 40 ml Zero calorie fruit drops – Lime and orange flavors
• Energy efficient, powered by Co2 cylinder. Each cylinder carbonates up to 60 liters of water
• Compatible with all SodaStream flavors and SodaStream carbonation bottles (BPA free and better for the planet) except the SodaStream glass carafe
• Visit SodaStream online or call our sparkling water specialists at 1-800-763-2258 to Learn more about our products or refill your Co2 cylinder

SodaStream Fizzi Sparkling Water Maker Bundle (Black), with CO2, BPA free Bottles, and 0 Calori…: $119.96

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SodaStream’s most popular starter bundle is $30 off at Amazon originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 12 Feb 2020 at 18:36:27 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There’s no question that the Galaxy S20 was one of the most leaked smartphones of all time, but that’s become the new normal for Samsung. The company hasn’t even tried to contain the leaks, confirming several Galaxy S20 and Z Flip details well ahead of the Unpacked 2020 event. But the Pixel 4 takes the cake when it comes to mobile leaks, and rather than fight back, Google decided to join in.

Google tried to stay ahead of leaks after a disastrous Pixel 3 launch and revealed some of the Pixel 4’s signature features several months before the October “Made by Google” event. All that did was confirm all of the Pixel 4 leaks even faster than when we were reviewing purported Pixel 3 prototypes from Asia months before Google’s announcement event in 2018.

This brings us to the present-day and the next Pixel. It’s mid-February, which means we’re some eight months away from Google’s Pixel 5 launch event. But the first Pixel 5 leak is about to drop.

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The Pixel 4a hasn’t even been announced yet, but the first Pixel 5 leak will be here soon originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 12 Feb 2020 at 18:04:40 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Are you in the market for a new car charger right now? Well don’t buy a car charger, buy a Roav Viva by Anker. Yes, it has dual USB ports that can charge up your smartphone or tablet, but it’s so much more than just a car charger. It gives you hands-free access to Alexa just like an Echo Dot, so you can ask all the questions you want and even access all the same Alexa skills you use at home. The Roav Viva is a steal at $36, but you can snag one right now for a new all-time low of just $14.87 thanks to a deep discount and an extra 30% coupon you can clip on Amazon.

Roav Viva by Anker, Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger in-Car Navigation, Compatible with And…: $14.87

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

• Alexa Inside: Amazon’s voice service gives you complete voice control in your car. Just say the word to get directions, listen to audiobooks from Audible, shop online, play music, and more over Bluetooth, Carplay, or Android Auto. (Note: FM transmission, AUX, and Spotify are not supported.)
• High-Speed Charging: Dual charging ports equipped with Anker’s exclusive PowerIQ technology deliver blazing charging speeds to both driver and passenger. Qualcomm Quick Charge not supported.
• Supports Alexa Communication: Calling, Messaging, Drop In, and Announcements—all hands-free.
• What You Get: Roav VIVA, user manual, quick start guide, happy card, 12-month warranty, and our friendly customer service. (Note: Roav VIVA is compatible with both iOS and Android smartphones.)
• Note: Please check the dimensions of the space surrounding your car’s cigarette lighter to see if VIVA will fit before purchasing. If your VIVA cannot be plugged in or has Bluetooth connection issues, return it for a full refund within 30 days of purchasing. Please check the list of unsuitable car models VIVA is incompatible with in the User Guide found in the Technical Specifications section below. If you have other issues, contact us via Live Chat in the app.

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Anker’s popular car charger with hands-free Alexa built-in hits new all-time low at $14.87 originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 12 Feb 2020 at 17:33:23 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Twenty years on from its first revenue flight between New York and Fort Lauderdale back on February 11, 2000, not to mention some 470 million customers later, New York City-based budget carrier JetBlue is commemorating its anniversary in the best way possible. This is its 20th birthday, so for a limited time, you can score discounted flights as low as $20, with the sale serving as one piece of a year-long celebration that’s in the works.

When we say that sale offering $20 flights is only happening for a limited time, we mean it, though: It ends tonight, at 11:59 Eastern Time, so you don’t have long to act.

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Why are soundbars so popular? There are two big reasons that instantly come to mind. First, the speakers that come in most TVs sound terrible, and no one wants to ruin the big, beautiful picture on their flat-screen TV with crappy audio. Second, they’re far more affordable and far more compact than traditional surround sound systems, so they fit in just about any setup with ease. If you’re in the market for a great compact soundbar with killer sound and an affordable price, the Vizio SB2920-C6 29-Inch 2.0 Channel Sound Bar is on sale today on Amazon for only $69.99. That’s an all-time low for a soundbar with stellar reviews, so don’t miss out!

VIZIO SB2920-C6 29-Inch 2.0 Channel Sound Bar: $69.99

Here’s some additional info from the product page:

• 95 dB of room filling, crystal clear sound with less than 1% total harmonic distortion; Sound Bar Frequency: 70 Hertz – 19 KHertz
• Built in Bluetooth lets you lose the wires and listen to your music with a tap of a finger
• Easy upgrade that boosts sound with a powerful punch
• Premium audio with DTS Studio SoundTM, DTS Tru Volume TM and DTS TruSurroundTM
• Easy Setup: Connect the Sound Bar to your TV using 1 of the included cables; Refer user manual for troubleshooting steps.

VIZIO SB2920-C6 29-Inch 2.0 Channel Sound Bar: $69.99

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Get a best-selling Vizio soundbar for just $70 today originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 12 Feb 2020 at 16:43:37 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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