All Google hardware including Pixel phones will soon use recycled materials

Posted on August 5, 2019August 5, 2019 by Authcom

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Many of the major tech companies are racing to go green these days, implementing a variety of initiatives from more sustainable manufacturing practices to more eco-friendly overall operations and even products like the solar-powered smartphone we told you about on Monday.

On Monday, Google unveiled a sweeping pledge along these same lines, which includes the company’s promise to start including recycled materials in all of its Made By Google products. It’s a goal the company says will be achieved over the next three years and includes all the hardware in that product portfolio, from Pixel phones to Google Home Speakers, Nest devices, charging stands and much more.

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Scientists spotted an incredibly old star breathing its dying breath

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Age is a relative thing. With our finite (and relatively short) lifespans, humans tend to think of anything older than 100 years as being “really old,” but when talking about astronomy, a century (or even a million years) is a drop in the bucket. So, when astronomers say they’ve discovered an incredibly old star, you know it must be truly ancient.

In a new paper published in Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, scientists describe the discovery of a star named SMSS J160540.18–144323.1. Its name may lack style, but it more than makes it up for that shortcoming by being one of the oldest stars ever discovered. Unfortunately, it won’t be around much longer.

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This leak might be our first look at the unreleased OnePlus 7T Pro

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Anyone who follows OnePlus phone releases has been wondering whether the Chinese smartphone maker would launch more handsets this year since the 7 series was introduced a few months ago. That’s because the OnePlus 7 series comes in three different versions for the first time, including the regular model, the 7 Pro, and the 7 Pro 5G. We now may have our answer, because it appears as though the upcoming OnePlus 7T Pro just leaked for the first time.

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Fix your home Wi-Fi with this best-selling $15 range extender on Amazon

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Are you seriously still dealing with dead spots in your home wireless network? Come on, people, it’s 2019 for heaven’s sake! You don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to turbocharge your home Wi-Fi. In fact, you don’t even have to spend $20. The TP-Link TL-WA855RE WiFi Range Extender is one of the best-selling models on Amazon, and it’s on sale right now for just $14.99, down from $30!

TP-Link | N300 WiFi Range Extender | Up to 300Mbps | WiFi Extender, Repeater, Wifi Signal Boost…: $14.99

Here’s some additional info from the product page:

Extend the range of your Wi-Fi with the TL-WA855RE, compatible with any Router / Gateway / Access Point
Smart indicator lights help provide optimal placement. Should be installed between the Router and the desired area
Easy to install – experience stable connections for any type of applications such as Retail POS, Internet, Gaming, Mobile Phone, Alexa, Echo and more
Two external Antennas for improved range versus standard range extenders.
Gigabit Ethernet port connects wired devices to your network for high speed connection
TP-Link is the World’s #1 provider of consumer Wifi for 7 consecutive years – According to IDC Q2 2018 Report
If you experience any trouble during or after set up, please contact us. TP-Link offers a 2-Year warranty and free 24/7 technical support.
ONLY PRODUCTS SHIPPED AND SOLD BY AMAZON, OR FROM AUTHORIZED SELLERS (request an authorization letter) ARE ELIGIBLE FOR WARRANTY AND SUPPORT

TP-Link | N300 WiFi Range Extender | Up to 300Mbps | WiFi Extender, Repeater, Wifi Signal Boost…: $14.99

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An ancient Mars crater likely spawned a devastating mega-tsunami

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The Mars we know today is dry, dusty, and (probably) devoid of life, but that wasn’t always the case. Scientists believe Mars was once a wet world, with vast oceans that may have or may not have supported life. Now, a new study suggests that if there was any life hanging out on the Red Planet three billion years ago, it had to deal with a massive asteroid impact and the tsunami that followed.

The study, which was published in the American Geophysical Union’s Journal of Geophysical Research, focuses on a colossal 75-mile-wide impact site known as the Lomonosov crater. The gigantic scar on the planet’s surface is what remains of the incredibly destructive event, but there’s still plenty it can teach us.

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Keep your home internet on and charge your phone when the power goes out with this one-day Amazon deal

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It seems obvious once someone points it out, but you might not realize that your home internet service typically doesn’t die when your power goes out. The problem, of course, is that there’s no electricity to power your modem and your Wi-Fi router. That’s what UPS battery backups are for — when the power goes out, these little boxes have a built-in power supply to keep you going so you can continue to use Wi-Fi and you can even charge your devices if the power doesn’t come back on fast! Amazon is running a great one-day sale that gets you a top-rated APC UPS Battery Backup for as little as $35.99, but only if you hurry!

APC BE425M UPS Battery Backup

425VA/225W Backup Battery Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
6 Outlets: 4 Battery Back up & Surge Protector, plus 2 Surge Protector Only
5′ Power Cord, right-angle 3-prong wall plug, plus keyholes for wall mounting
During a power outage, an APC UPS battery backup & surge protector provides backup power essential home electronics
APC WARRANTY: Backed by APC’s 3 YEAR WARRANTY, and $75,000 connected-equipment policy

APC UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector, 425VA, APC Back-UPS (BE425M): $35.99

APC BE600M1 UPS Battery Backup

600VA / 330W Backup Battery Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
7 Outlets: 5 Battery Back up & Surge Protector, plus 2 Surge Protector Only
One USB Charger Port (1.5A)
5′ Power Cord, right-angle 3-prong wall plug, wall-mountable, plus FREE power-management software
Batterly Life: 3-5 years. UPS replacement battery sold separately (part # APCRBC154)
APC WARRANTY: Backed by APC’s 3-YEAR WARRANTY plus a $75,000 connected-equipment policy
Input voltage range for main operations:92 – 139V

APC UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector with USB Charger, 600VA, APC Back-UPS (BE600M1): $45.49

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6 paid iPhone apps on sale for free on August 5th

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If there’s a better way to start off a new week than with a roundup of the best paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free, we don’t know what it is. We dig through hundreds of discounted apps on Monday morning to come up with the six best freebies, and you’ll find them all listed below.

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These popular Alexa and Google enabled smart plugs are under $6 each right now

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If you’ve still been resisting for whatever reason, it’s time to finally discover what the fuss is all about. That’s right, we’re talking about Wi-Fi smart plugs. These awesome little gadgets add connectivity and smarts to all your dumb devices like fans, lamps, space heaters, and more. And right now, you can pick up a 2-pack of Gosund Mini Smart Plugs that work with an app, Alexa, and Google Assistant for just $12.34 when you clip the 5% coupon and use the promo code YCB68HKR at checkout. That’s only $6.17 a piece!

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 are the bullet points from the Amazon 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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Spider-Man writers weren’t allowed to see Endgame’s script, and that’s what ruined ‘Far From Home’

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Spider-Man: Far From Home has been out for a month now. The final installment of the Infinity Saga concludes Marvel’s third MCU phase, while simultaneously teasing what may be in the works for MCU Phase 4. The film is entertaining and delivers plenty of epic Spider-Man scenes and action sequences that fans of Spider-Man will adore. It also does a great job of helping audiences move past the tragic end of Avengers: Endgame, and leave that emotional rollercoaster behind. However, all those post-Endgame feelings do bubble up and burst when it comes to Peter Parker.

We see the teenage superhero evolve well beyond his role of friendly neighborhood Spider-Man to something a lot more important. And yes, the film does explore the bigger picture of Endgame’s aftermath, giving us a brief glimpse of what the future looks like in 2023. But make no mistake, as light-hearted and fun as Far From Home is supposed to be, it does have a few huge plot holes when you take a step back to look at that bigger picture. And it turns out it might be all Marvel’s fault for not sharing the Endgame script with the Spider-Man 2 writers. If you haven’t yet seen it, beware because some major Far From Home spoilers follow below.

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A top-rated $280 robot vacuum with high-end features is down to $189.99

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There are hundreds of different robot vacuum models out there these days, and many of them are actually pretty good. It’s great to have so many choices, but it can also be pretty difficult to actually pick one. Don’t worry though, because we’re going to make the decision for you. The ECOVACS DEEBOT 500 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner is a fantastic model with a mid-range price and high-end features like super strong suction and automatic self-charging. It’s already a bargain at $280, but today it’s on sale for only $189.99!

ECOVACS DEEBOT 500 Robotic Vacuum Cleaner with Max Power Suction, Up to 110 min Runtime, Hard F…: $189.99

Here are the highlights from the product page:

READY FOR ANY MESS: Equipped with two side brushes and a main brush, DEEBOT will sweep, lift, and vacuum to clean an entire floor (Auto mode), a small area (Spot mode), or the edge of your floor (Edge mode)
VOICE & APP CONTROLS: Works with Alexa & Google Assistant voice commands. ECOVACS Smart App comes w/ 5+ advanced features including direct control, scheduling, status updates, cleaning modes, accessories status, etc
MAX MODE POWER: Increase suction power by up to 2X for particularly troublesome messes
UP TO 110 MINUTE RUNTIME: A longer battery life for even more cleaning! Auto-return & charging means your robot will always be ready to clean
BASIC FEATURES: Includes anti-drop & anti-collision sensors, auto-return charging, automatic software update, durable protective bumpers, high-efficiency filter, anti-scratch finish, a large easy-to-empty dustbin, large wheels for climbing thresholds, etc
STANDARD: 1-Year. Comes w/ (1) charging dock, (4) dual-length side brushes, (2) high efficiency air filter, (1) remote control w/ battery), (1) cleaning tool, Customer Support
520ML DUSTBIN: A large dustbin ensures DEEBOT is able to clean large homes and is great for pet hair

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