For the past few years, I have been almost exclusively using Google’s online travel tools to book flights. It’s often the most convenient way to sort through dozens of flight options at once, and the interface is decidedly more manageable than what most competitors have to offer. That said, it does lack some features that other sites provide, but this week, the platform came one step closer to being the ultimate online travel companion.

Google has been updating its travel tools rather frequently in recent years, highlighted by the launch of a travel portal in May which unified all of the features and menus into a single webpage. But that was just the beginning, as the new features arriving this week seem built to convince users never to book travel anywhere else.

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Google is getting better at making sure you book the cheapest possible flight originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 15:29:19 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You know the awesome $100 smartwatch with 30-day battery life that everyone loves so much? Well it’s on sale right now for $79.99, but that’s not what we’re here to tell you about. The same company has a newer model available now, and it’s currently $30 off on Amazon. For just $159.99, the Amazfit Verge Smartwatch offers killer 5-day battery life and tons of great features. It works with iPhones and Android phones alike, and it even has Alexa built right in!

Amazfit Verge Smartwatch with Alexa Built-in, GPS Plus GLONASS All-Day Heart Rate and Activity…: $159.99

Here’s what you need to know from the product page:

• A smartwatch with understated elegance for the fashion-conscious fitness enthusiast, the Amazfit Verge is the perfect combination of style and technology.
• Be Fashionably Fit: Get clear and actionable insights into your health with 24/7 heart rate monitoring, sleep analysis and fitness with a suite of advanced sensors and 12 sport tracking modes like run, trail run, soccer, cycling, etc.
• Live Connected: The Amazfit Verge comes with Alexa built-in and the ability to make and receive calls. Also, get real-time notifications from all of your favorite mobile apps such as text messages, email, Facebook, Twitter.
• Do more. Charge less: Run, bike, hike, or whatever you love doing for up to 5 days on a single charge
• Look good. Feel good: With a sleek, modern design, brilliant 1.3″ AMOLED display, and availability in three designer colors, the Amazfit Verge is the perfect accessory for practically any occasion.

Amazfit Verge Smartwatch with Alexa Built-in, GPS Plus GLONASS All-Day Heart Rate and Activity…: $159.99

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Save $30 on the hot new smartwatch with Alexa and 5-day battery life originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 15:06:53 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Galaxy Note 10 series is finally official, and all the leaks that preceded Samsung’s press conference turned out to be true. Samsung launched two worthy successors of the Note 9 (but also the Galaxy S10) that pack quite a few exciting new features. In many ways, however, the Note 10 is a lot like other high-end Android phones, especially when it comes to the overall design, the main specs, and the cameras. But as an iPhone user who is unlikely to leave the iOS-macOS ecosystem anytime soon, I’m absolutely jealous of 3.5 Note 10 features that I can’t have on the iPhone for the time being. That’s three-and-a-half, not a jab at the fact that Samsung ditched the 3.5mm headphone jack on the Note 10 after slamming Apple for doing the same thing years ago. Okay, fine, it’s both.

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3.5 Galaxy Note 10 features I’m jealous of, as an iPhone user originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 14:43:43 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When the Beats by Dr. Dre brand first launched and for many years thereafter, Beats was all about style over substance. The tuning was terrible so music just sounded over-processed and way too bass-heavy. On top of that, they were insanely over-priced. These days, however, high-end Beats headphones deliver incredible sound quality that easily rivals anything else in their class. One thing that hasn’t changed is sky-high pricing, but there’s a sale right now on Amazon that’ll take care of the price tag for you. The $300 Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones are the best-selling over-ear model Beats makes, and they’re down to just $179.99 right now if you hurry!

Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones – Matte Black: $179.99

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

• With up to 40 hours of battery life, Beats Solo3 Wireless is your perfect everyday headphone
• Premium playback and fine-tuned acoustics maximize clarity, breadth, and balance
• Adjustable fit with comfort-cushioned ear cups made for everyday use. 5 minutes of charging gives you 3 hours of playback when battery is low
• Take calls, control your music and activate Siri with the multifunction on-ear controls
• Comes with Beats Solo3 Wireless headphones, carrying case, 3.5mm RemoteTalk cable, Universal USB charging cable (USB-A to USB Micro-B), Quick Start Guide and Warranty Card

Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones – Matte Black: $179.99

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The $300 Beats Solo3 wireless headphones are back down to $180 on Amazon originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 14:20:08 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We tend to think of rocks as being, well, pretty boring. We find them pretty much everywhere here on Earth, and while some are neat to look at we don’t often spend the time to consider the stories they can tell. For the scientists working with NASA’s Curiosity rover, however, rocks are like windows into the past of a planet we still know relatively little about.

The Curiosity rover is currently exploring an area within the Gale Crater called the “clay-bearing unit.” NASA highlighted a panorama snapped from this location as the agency celebrated the robot’s 7th year on the Red Planet, but one rock in particular is worthy of additional attention. It’s been nicknamed “Strathdon” and it’s telling researchers a lot about what Mars was like when it was a whole lot wetter.

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NASA’s Curiosity rover stumbled upon a Martian rock that tells an incredible story originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 13:57:41 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Do you have a Nintedo Switch? Do you love it, but you’re also getting a bit bored with the games you have? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Amazon is running an awesome sale right now that saves you $15 on each of the two newest Pokemon games for Nintendo Switch. That means you can get Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! for $44.99 instead of $60, and Pokemon: Let’s Go, Eevee! is down to $44.70 from $60. There’s no telling when these deals will disappear though, so definitely get in on the action while you still can.

Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu!

• Become a top Pokémon trainer on an adventure with Pikachu
• Encounter Pokémon in the Kanto region;ESRB Content: Mild Cartoon Violence; Genre: Adventure, Role-Playing
• Play the entire game with a single Joy-Con controller or use the Poké Ball Plus accessory, which will light up, vibrate and make sounds to brig your adventure to life.

Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu!: $44.99

Pokemon: Let’s Go, Eevee!

• Become a top Pokémon trainer on an adventure with Eevee
• Encounter Pokémon in the Kanto region
• Play the entire game with a single Joy-Con controller or use the Poké Ball Plus accessory, which will light up, vibrate and make sounds to brig your adventure to life.
• Take your Pokémon for a stroll in Poké Ball Plus to level them up, and to receive in-game rewards after returning them to the game.

Pokemon: Let’s Go, Eevee!: $44.70

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Save $15 on each of the two newest Pokemon games for Nintendo Switch originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 13:34:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Right on cue, the fifth iOS 13 and iPadOS 13 public betas are now rolling out for all iPhone and iPad users to test. We are getting pretty deep in the beta cycle at this point, which means the major changes are few and far between, but there are still some significant additions worth checking out in the latest beta release.

For those of you who love the new Dark Mode option, Apple has made it even easier to access as you can now find a toggle in Control Center. You can also turn Dark Mode on through Siri. Apple has also reverted several of the changes that were made in previous betas, and you will see a few splash screens on familiar apps walking you through any of the updates that have affected them in iOS 13 or iPadOS 13.

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iOS 13 public beta 5 now available to download on your iPhone originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 13:11:20 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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By now, pretty much everyone knows how awesome Wi-Fi smart plugs are. With a simple little box that plugs into the wall, you can add app control and even voice control to your dumb old devices like lamps, fans, space heaters, and more. What some people don’t know, however, is that you don’t have to spend $25-$30 per plug, which is what big brands charge. Instead, clip the on-site coupon and use the promo code YCB68HKR at checkout on Amazon, and you can get a 2-pack of Gosund Mini Smart Plugs for just $12.34. That’s only $6.17 each!

Gosund Mini Smart Plug with Timer Work with Alexa Google Home IFTTT,no Hub Required,ETL and FCC…: $12.34 ($6.17 each) (use code YCB68HKR)

Here’s some additional info from the product page:

• All Within Reach: Control your electrical items via your phone whenever and wherever you are after downloading the FREE APP (small space) as long as there is a 2.4GHz network. Ideal for someone who cannot move around very well and needs easy access to turn on/off a device.
• Smart and Easier Life: By setting schedules and timers for the tamp, you can prepare a crock pot meal and get home with dinner’s ready,10A and 1100W, turn off your nightstand light after sleeping. Please note that the plug is not suitable for the appliances whose power is more than 1100 watts (eg: air conditioner, microwave oven, induction cooker etc.)
• Forget to shut things down? Forget to turn on/off your tamp or fan? Worry about overcharging? Want to give the appearance of someone is home? Gosund Smart Plug can help you control your home appliances, eliminate wasteful standby power and reduce energy use, save on your electric bills and extend product life.
• Compatible with Many Third-Party Usages: Work with Amazon Alexa / Google Home / IFTTT; Compatible with Android 4.4. & iOS 8 above; Does not work with SmartThing, Homekit, Bluetooth. Only supports 2.4GHz network, does not support 5GHz, please kindly check your network is 2.4GHz before connecting the plug.
• Easy to Install and Safe: Just plug a device into the wifi outlet and connect to your Wi-Fi network with APP “Smart Life”. ETL listed, FCC, RoHS, reach Approval. Gosund smart plug is backed by 90-day unconditional full refund guarantee and 12-Month limited warranty.

Gosund Mini Smart Plug with Timer Work with Alexa Google Home IFTTT,no Hub Required,ETL and FCC…: $12.34 ($6.17 each) (use code YCB68HKR)

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Control all your dumb devices with Alexa or Google thanks to these $6 smart plugs originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 12:53:27 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We learned recently that Spider-Man: Far From Home writers weren’t given access to the Avengers: Endgame script and I explained how that ruins the entire movie. That’s because Far From Home is part of something much bigger. It’s not a standalone movie, it’s part of a franchise, and that’s why what I said before really matters. It’s part of the MCU’s bigger narrative, so Sony and Marvel have to do better when it comes to managing their shared Spider-Man property. In what follows, I’ll address the huge Spider-Man 2 plot hole that ruins the movie because of how it relates to Endgame, but I’ll also explain how this continuity issue can be fixed.

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The plot hole that ruined ‘Spider-Man: Far From Home’ can easily be fixed originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 12:30:42 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ are finally official, and they are awesome. They’re also insanely expensive, with prices starting at $950 and climbing to more than $1,300. These phones are good enough that they warrant the expense since they’re powerful enough that they can easily last for years. Of course, there’s no way your phone is going to last for years if you smash it.

You’re just plain crazy if you plan to buy a new Galaxy Note 10 series phone and not use a protective case. The glass front and back are very fragile, and adding curved edges makes them even more expensive to replace. Lucky for you, we dug through dozens upon dozens of protective cases to find the best options out there right now. The Galaxy Note 10 cases listed below start at just $8 and the Galaxy Note 10+ cases start at $9.99, so you have absolutely no excuse to leave your phone unprotected. Check them all out below.

Galaxy Note 10

IVSO Case for Galaxy Note 10, Crystal Clear Ultra Thin Slim Fit Soft Clear TPU Case Back and Si…: $8.99

GESMA Galaxy Note 10 Case, Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Case, JS Scratch Resistant & Anti Slip Grippy…: $7.95

SPIDERCASE Galaxy Note 10 Case, Built-in Screen Protector, Clear Full Body Heavy Duty Protectio…: $18.99

Temdan Galaxy Note 10 Case, HD Clear Ultra Thin Slim Fit Soft TPU Protective Case, Shock-Absorp…: $9.99

Dzxouui Compatible for Galaxy Note 10 Case,Protective Phone Cover Shockproof Soft TPU Cases for…: $7.98

Galaxy Note 10+

Galaxy Note 10 Plus/Pro/5G Case, SNOWFOX Thin Soft & Flexible TPU, Anti Slip & Anti Drop Phone…: $9.99

Temdan Galaxy Note 10+ Plus/5G /Pro Case, HD Clear Ultra Thin Slim Fit Soft TPU Protective Case…: $9.99

TOUBER for Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus/Pro/5G Case, with Flexible and Durable Shock Absorption…: $12.99

Justcool Galaxy Note 10+ Pro/Plus/5G Case, Rugged 360 Full-Body with Built-in Screen Protector…: $20.99

Temdan Galaxy Note 10 Plus 5G Case Built-in Screen Protector Full Body Protect Support Wireless…: $19.99

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10 cases to protect your new Galaxy Note 10 or Note 10+ originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 8 Aug 2019 at 12:07:35 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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