One of Google Maps’ best new features is finally rolling out to more users

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Google Maps users in several countries are reporting the rollout of a highly-anticipated feature, the speed limit indicator.
The feature was first released last year, but not all markets where Google Maps is available got it.
Google has started quietly updating Maps in several countries in Europe and India, making the speed limit icon visible inside the app.
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As great as Google Maps might be, not all users get to take advantage of the app’s brand new features at the same time, as these updates are rolled out gradually to more and more people. The Android version of Maps is always guaranteed to get the latest Maps updates first, and some of the new features might actually never make it to the iPhone. But even if you’re on Android, you might not necessarily be able to experience some of the latest Google Maps innovations when they’re announced. That goes for a feature that you’ve been waiting for Google to include in Maps for years, a feature that started rolling out in 2019 to users in some countries: The speed limit indicator.

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The best Mario games for Nintendo Switch start at $15 as Amazon celebrates MAR10 Week

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It’s-a MAR10 Week!
MAR10 Day and MAR10 Week, with “MAR10” reading as “Mario” but stylized, are annual celebrations of all things Mario.
To celebrate MAR10 Week in 2020, Amazon is offering deep discounts up to $45 off all the best Mario games for Nintendo Switch, including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Mario Maker 2.
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Calling all gamers, it’s time to celebrate the greatest video game character ever created. We’re obviously talking about none other than Mario, the lovable star of more Super Mario games than we can count at this point. We fell in love with Nintendo’s Mario character the first time we played the original Super Mario Bros game back in the 1980s, and Mario has only gotten better with age. Now, we get to commemorate the creation of this cute little cartoon thanks to MAR10 Day and MAR10 Week.

“MAR10” is Mario but stylized, of course, and MAR10 Week is an annual celebration of the character who has become one of the most iconic video game protagonists of all time, if not THE most iconic protagonist. He’s an easy character to get behind since he’s always going out of his way to rescue Princess Peach. He also stars in a wide range of games available for the Nintendo Switch, and Amazon is discounting all the best Mario titles right now for MAR10 Week.

A quick note before we get to the deals: There’s a good chance that all the hottest titles in this sales event are going to sell out, so hurry or you’ll definitely miss them.

Starting with what might be the most popular Mario game of all on the Nintendo Switch, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is down to $$53.81 this week on Amazon instead of $60. Whether you’ve played Mario Kart once or a million times, it just never gets old. One of the newest Mario games for Nintendo Switch gets an even deeper discount for MAR10 Week — hurry and you can pick up a copy of Super Mario Maker 2 for just $39.99, a $20 discount. You can also save just over $12 on Mario Tennis Aces right now.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Nintendo Switch: $53.81

Super Mario Maker 2 – Nintendo Switch: $39.99

Mario Tennis Aces – Nintendo Switch: $47.94

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe is also a $60 game on the Nintendo Switch, but it’s discounted off for this week’s big celebration. Super Mario Party gets an even deeper discount to $39.99 this week on Amazon, which is totally a steal. Of all the games on sale for MAR10 Week, the steepest discount can be found on Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, which might be the best Mario game you’ve never played. It costs $60 in stores, but right now it’s down to an all-time low of only $14.99.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe – Nintendo Switch: $53.90

Super Mario Party: $39.99

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 is another great Nintendo Switch game on sale today, and it’s $25 off at $35, and Yoshi’s Crafted World is $20 off. Finally, the first Mario game ever to hit the Nintendo Switch — Super Mario Odyssey — gets a tiny discount to wrap up the deals.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 – Nintendo Switch: $35.00

Yoshi’s Crafted World – Nintendo Switch: $39.99

Super Mario Odyssey (Nintendo Switch): $57.20

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Apple AirPods Pro: $234.98

Fire TV Stick 4K bundle with Echo Dot (3rd Gen – Charcoal): $79.98

DEPSTECH Wireless Endoscope, IP67 Waterproof WiFi Borescope Inspection 2.0 Megapixels HD Snake…: $28.79

DEPSTECH Wireless Endoscope, 5.0MP Ultra-Thin HD Borescope, Zoomable Snake Inspection Camera wi…: $49.49

Sony WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Canceling Over Ear Headphones with Voice Assistant, Black (WH-10…: $278.00

Anker Soundcore Life P2 True Wireless Earbuds with 4 Microphones, CVC 8.0 Noise Reduction, Grap…: $49.99

Ring Video Doorbell 2 with HD Video, Motion Activated Alerts, Easy Installation: $169.00

Ring Video Doorbell (Satin Nickel) with Ring Chime: $109.98

Save 40% on Aoycocr 15A smart plugs with energy monitoring: $23.09 ($5.77 each) (use code 30CIRRQ6 by 3/11)

Save 40% on Aoycocr Smart Light Switches: $17.99 ($9 each) (use code 40M5S4JA)

SofaBaton F2 Universal Remote Attachment for Amazon Fire TV Streaming Player with Power Volume…: $21.99

GoPro HERO8 Black – Waterproof Action Camera with Touch Screen 4K Ultra HD Video 12MP Photos 10…: $349.00

GoPro Hero5 Black (E-Commerce Packaging): $127.49

Roav VIVA with Car Mount, by Anker, Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger for In-Car Navigation,…: $26.99 (use code H51412699)

[Upgraded] Anker Soundbuds Curve Wireless Headphones, 18H Battery, IPX7 Waterproof Bluetooth He…: $17.99

Portable Charger Anker PowerCore 20100mAh – Ultra High Capacity Power Bank with 4.8A Output and…: $31.99

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Verizon’s new Yahoo Mobile service has unlimited data with no throttling for $40

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Yahoo Mobile is a new mobile phone service from Verizon that costs $39.99 per month.
The new cell phone service comes with unlimited talk, text, and data, and operates on Verizon’s 4G LTE network, so if you get good service from Verizon, you should also get good service from Yahoo.
Yahoo Mobile will not throttle your speeds based on your data usage.
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Verizon’s decision to buy Yahoo for nearly $5 billion was a bit of a head-scratcher in 2017, but after all these years, it seems that the mobile carrier has finally found a use for the once-popular brand. On Wednesday, Verizon launched a new phone service called Yahoo Mobile, which offers unlimited talk, text, and data for $39.99/month and operates on Verizon’s 4G LTE network. You can visit the Yahoo Mobile website right now and sign up for a plan.

As with many other mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs), you can either bring your own device with you over to the new service, or purchase a phone and a plan directly from Yahoo Mobile. The service is currently selling phones from Apple, Samsung, Google, LG, Motorola, and even ZTE, many at a discount.

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Amazon’s blowing out smart plugs and smart light switches starting at $5.77, today only

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A one-day Amazon sale that ends on Wednesday at midnight offers surprisingly deep discounts on top-rated smart plugs and smart light switches.
Using a special coupon at checkout, a 4-pack of Aoycocr 15A smart plugs with energy monitoring can be bought for just $23.09, dropping the per-plug price to $5.77.
A separate coupon slashes the price of Aoycocr smart light switches to $9 each when you buy a 2-pack, which is close to the lowest price we’ve seen for any well-reviewed smart switch.
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The term “smart home” gets tossed around so much these days, but what does it really mean? Is your house “smart” just because you have a robot vacuum to clean up dust and an Echo Dot to answer your questions? No, some smart gadgets are definitely smarter than others, and it can be difficult to know where to start if you’re not familiar with all the different options and devices out there. Thankfully, we’re here to help and we found a pair of awesome deals that will definitely appeal to smart home novices and tech-savvy experts alike.

First up, Aoycocr 15A smart plugs with energy monitoring are on sale at the lowest price we’ve seen, just $5.77 apiece when you buy a 4-pack and use the coupon code 30CIRRQ6 at checkout. You can also just click this special link to add the promotion to your Amazon account. These great Wi-Fi smart plugs pack all the features you would want in a smart plug, including app support, scheduling, Alexa support, Google Assistant support, and more. They also work with IFTTT without a hub so you can integrate them with any smart home system, and they support energy monitoring so you can see how much juice each one is consuming.

Save 40% on Aoycocr 15A smart plugs with energy monitoring: $23.09 ($5.77 each) (use code 30CIRRQ6 by 3/11)

Next up, we have Aoycocr Smart Light Switches on sale for an all-time low. These great switches are easy to install and control with the app, but they also support Alexa commands and Google Assistant commands, so you can control all the lights in any given room with your voice. A 2-pack of these terrific smart switches normally sells for $35, but an on-site discount and the coupon code 40M5S4JA drops that price all the way down to only $17.99, or $9 per smart light switch. You’re definitely not going to find a lower price on a better-rated switch anywhere.

Save 40% on Aoycocr Smart Light Switches: $17.99 ($9 each) (use code 40M5S4JA)

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Apple AirPods Pro: $234.98

Fire TV Stick 4K bundle with Echo Dot (3rd Gen – Charcoal): $79.98

DEPSTECH Wireless Endoscope, IP67 Waterproof WiFi Borescope Inspection 2.0 Megapixels HD Snake…: $28.79

DEPSTECH Wireless Endoscope, 5.0MP Ultra-Thin HD Borescope, Zoomable Snake Inspection Camera wi…: $49.49

Sony WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Canceling Over Ear Headphones with Voice Assistant, Black (WH-10…: $278.00

Anker Soundcore Life P2 True Wireless Earbuds with 4 Microphones, CVC 8.0 Noise Reduction, Grap…: $49.99

Ring Video Doorbell 2 with HD Video, Motion Activated Alerts, Easy Installation: $169.00

Ring Video Doorbell (Satin Nickel) with Ring Chime: $109.98

Save 40% on Aoycocr 15A smart plugs with energy monitoring: $23.09 ($5.77 each) (use code 30CIRRQ6 by 3/11)

Save 40% on Aoycocr Smart Light Switches: $17.99 ($9 each) (use code 40M5S4JA)

SofaBaton F2 Universal Remote Attachment for Amazon Fire TV Streaming Player with Power Volume…: $21.99

GoPro HERO8 Black – Waterproof Action Camera with Touch Screen 4K Ultra HD Video 12MP Photos 10…: $349.00

GoPro Hero5 Black (E-Commerce Packaging): $127.49

Roav VIVA with Car Mount, by Anker, Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger for In-Car Navigation,…: $26.99 (use code H51412699)

[Upgraded] Anker Soundbuds Curve Wireless Headphones, 18H Battery, IPX7 Waterproof Bluetooth He…: $17.99

Portable Charger Anker PowerCore 20100mAh – Ultra High Capacity Power Bank with 4.8A Output and…: $31.99

Anker Wireless Chargers Bundle, PowerWave Pad & Stand Upgraded, Qi-Certified, 7.5W for iPhone 1…: $20.99 ($10.50 each) (use code DMA32524)

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PS5 and Xbox Series X releases delayed? Here’s what top insiders say

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The PS5 release date might be set for sometime in November, analysts say, which is also when the new Xbox Series X should launch.
That’s in line with Sony and Microsoft’s launch plans for the PS4 and Xbox One, which both launched in November 2013.
Regardless of what happens with the coronavirus outbreak, the two companies should still be able to start sales during the holiday season, even if stock shortages might hurt initial sales.
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The iPhone 12 isn’t the only highly anticipated product of the year, as 2020 is a particularly special year for gamers. Both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X are expected to launch during the holiday season according to Sony and Microsoft, although we don’t have firm release dates for either console. 2020 is also a special year when it comes to something else, the emergence of a brand new viral disease that can be very dangerous to certain patients. The novel coronavirus outbreak is so massive that it’s already impacting day-to-day life in Western countries, who are just beginning to experience what China ha been going through for the past few months. The lockdowns in mainland China have limited the spread of the virus significantly, but also impacted production lines for various devices, with the iPhone 12 being a prime example of that. The handset is already rumored to see a delay of at least a month. It is therefore perfectly logical to assume that the PS5 and Xbox Series X will see their own delays because of the epidemic. But industry insiders still expect both of the new consoles to hit stores in November, no matter what happens next with the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Today’s best deals: AirPods Pro, crazy wireless cameras, secret Sony WH1000XM3 sale, Fire Stick 4K bundle, more

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You won’t believe how many killer daily deals are out there on Wednesday, so we’ll get right to it. Highlights from today’s roundup include the return of a rare opportunity to get Apple AirPods Pro at the lowest price ever, a deal that slashes $20 off the Fire TV Stick 4K when you bundle it with an Echo Dot, the crazy wireless camera that lets your iPhone or Android see anywhere for $28.79 and the awesome new upgraded version for $49.49 instead of $66, a sale almost no one knows about that gets you $350 Sony WH1000XM3 wireless noise cancelling headphones plus a free 20,000 mAh portable charger for just $278, Anker’s killer true wireless earbuds with graphene drivers for just $49.99, the first discount of 2020 on a brand new Ring Video Doorbell 2, an entry-level Ring Video Doorbell bundled with a Ring Chime for just $109.98, Wi-Fi smart plugs with energy monitoring and voice control for $5.77 each when you buy a 4-pack, smart light switches from the same top-ranked brand for $9 each, a $21 Fire TV accessory you’ll wonder how you ever lived without, $51 off the GoPro HERO8 Black 4K action camera or get the GoPro HERO5 Black for just $127.49, the Echo Dot for cars and a free car mount for just $27, Anker Bluetooth earbuds for $17.99, 20% off Anker’s best-selling portable charger, a pair of Anker fast wireless chargers for $20.99 total with coupon code DMA32524, and more. See all of today’s top daily deals down below.

Apple AirPods Pro: $234.98

Fire TV Stick 4K bundle with Echo Dot (3rd Gen – Charcoal): $79.98

DEPSTECH Wireless Endoscope, IP67 Waterproof WiFi Borescope Inspection 2.0 Megapixels HD Snake…: $28.79

DEPSTECH Wireless Endoscope, 5.0MP Ultra-Thin HD Borescope, Zoomable Snake Inspection Camera wi…: $49.49

Sony WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Canceling Over Ear Headphones with Voice Assistant, Black (WH-10…: $278.00

Anker Soundcore Life P2 True Wireless Earbuds with 4 Microphones, CVC 8.0 Noise Reduction, Grap…: $49.99

Ring Video Doorbell 2 with HD Video, Motion Activated Alerts, Easy Installation: $169.00

Ring Video Doorbell (Satin Nickel) with Ring Chime: $109.98

Save 40% on Aoycocr 15A smart plugs with energy monitoring: $23.09 ($5.77 each) (use code 30CIRRQ6 by 3/11)

Save 40% on Aoycocr Smart Light Switches: $17.99 ($9 each) (use code 40M5S4JA)

SofaBaton F2 Universal Remote Attachment for Amazon Fire TV Streaming Player with Power Volume…: $21.99

GoPro HERO8 Black – Waterproof Action Camera with Touch Screen 4K Ultra HD Video 12MP Photos 10…: $349.00

GoPro Hero5 Black (E-Commerce Packaging): $127.49

Roav VIVA with Car Mount, by Anker, Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger for In-Car Navigation,…: $26.99 (use code H51412699)

[Upgraded] Anker Soundbuds Curve Wireless Headphones, 18H Battery, IPX7 Waterproof Bluetooth He…: $17.99

Portable Charger Anker PowerCore 20100mAh – Ultra High Capacity Power Bank with 4.8A Output and…: $31.99

Anker Wireless Chargers Bundle, PowerWave Pad & Stand Upgraded, Qi-Certified, 7.5W for iPhone 1…: $20.99 ($10.50 each) (use code DMA32524)

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E3 2020 canceled due to coronavirus outbreak

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E3 2020 is reportedly being canceled amid fears of the coronavirus outbreak, putting Microsoft’s Xbox Series X first major public showcase in limbo.
Several major tech and gaming conferences have already been canceled, including MWC and GDC.
The ESA is said to be “exploring options for an online E3 event this summer” where the PS5 and Xbox Series X will likely be featured prominently.
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In addition to being a serious public health and safety hazard, the coronavirus outbreak is taking its toll on the gaming industry. When GDC 2020 was officially canceled in February, all eyes turned to E3, where Microsoft was expected to divulge its next-gen plans and the launch lineup for the Xbox Series X. Even though Sony had pulled out of the event, the week of June 7th was going to be an exciting one for the industry. But on Tuesday night, a multitude of reports made it clear that the biggest video game event of the year would no longer be happening.

Following the trickle of tweets from video game reporters and industry professionals on Tuesday evening, Bloomberg made the cancellation all but official with a sourced report of its own. According to a person familiar with the matter, the Electronic Software Association, which organizes the annual show, will announce the cancellation at 9:30 AM PT / 12:30 PM ET on Wednesday. The ESA reportedly wrote a memo to partners in order to let them know that the group is “exploring options for an online E3 event this summer” to take the place of the exposition.

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Pixel 4a price and design accidentally leaked by Google

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The Pixel 4a had been expected to launch in May during Google’s I/O 2020 conference, as was the case with the Pixel 3a last year, but I/O has been canceled over coronavirus fears.
But Google apparently started advertising the phone early, with billboards accidentally showing up early in certain places.
The ads confirm the phone’s exciting new design, as well as the starting price for Google’s upcoming affordable Pixel 4 phone.
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We often tell you that Google isn’t doing a great job keeping its Pixel devices secret, and it turns out that Google might not always care that much about secrets. All the Pixel phones to date leaked in full before Google’s official announcements, with the Pixel 3 and Pixel 4 series being the worst when it comes to spoilers. If you thought things might change this year, you’re not going to like this leak either, as Google just accidentally confirmed the Pixel 4a’s rumored design and revealed its price well before the smartphone’s expected release.

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SpaceX will launch humans into space sooner than you think

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SpaceX will finally send humans into space in May, according to company President Gwynne Shotwell.
Both SpaceX and Boeing are part of NASA’s Commercial Crew Program, and SpaceX will be the first company to launch astronauts for NASA
The mission will last at least “a few days” and will transport a pair of NASA astronauts to the International Space Station.
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It’s been a long time coming, but NASA’s Commercial Crew program will finally produce a crewed mission in May, SpaceX says. The company says it is aiming for its first crewed launch in May, which is right around the corner and well ahead of competitor Boeing.

SpaceX announced its immediate plans on Tuesday, with President Gwynne Shotwell offering a handful of key details about how things will play out, though many of the specifics remain unclear. The current plan will see a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule carry a pair of NASA astronauts to the International Space Station for a brief visit before returning to Earth.

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This $22 Fire TV accessory adds a key feature you’ve been missing

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Amazon’s Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Stick 4K, and other Fire TV devices are all extremely popular options for people looking for a great streaming media experience on any TV.
Even people with smart TVs that have built-in apps tend to buy external streaming media players like the Fire TV Stick because TV makers’ smart TV platforms never support all the streaming services you want.
Fire TV devices are terrific on their own, but a new accessory called the SofaBaton F2 adds a key feature that Amazon’s Alexa voice remote is currently missing.
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Straight out of the box, Amazon’s various Fire TV devices like the Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Stick 4K, and Fire TV Cube offer one of the best streaming media player experiences you can get right now. Personally, I really prefer it to Roku devices. It’s not that Roku players are bad or anything. In fact, far from it — Roku is still the biggest streaming media player brand out there right now. It’s just that I am personally not a fan of the Roku user interface, and that’s why I choose Fire TV devices instead.

If you’re team Fire TV as well, you know how great the user experience is that Amazon has designed. The UI is great, the interface is nice and fast, and you can easily find an app for literally any streaming service you can possibly imagine. As a matter of fact, if you ask me, there’s really only one place where Fire TV devices like the Fire TV Stick are lacking: Amazon’s Alexa voice remote.

Amazon recently added some universal remote buttons to its voice remote that allow you to control the volume on your TV or soundbar and mute the sound. It’s a nice addition but truthfully, it’s not enough. That’s where my favorite new Fire TV accessory comes into play. It’s called the SofaBaton F2 Universal Remote Attachment for Amazon Fire TV Streaming Players, and it’s on sale right now on Amazon at a deep discount.

SofaBaton F2 Universal Remote Attachment for Amazon Fire TV Streaming Player with Power Volume…: $21.99

The SofaBaton F2 is basically a simple universal remote control that’s built to attach to Amazon’s remotes. It doesn’t make the remote any wider, just longer, and that’s key to a comfortable design that fits well in your hand. In addition to power, volume, and mute buttons like you would find on Amazon’s newer Alexa voice remote, you also get channel buttons, three configurable buttons that can do anything, and an input button so you can switch your TV’s input. That last one is crucial.

When I bought my SofaBaton F2 it was $40 on Amazon and it’s definitely worth every penny. Snag one today, however, and you’ll find a $16 discount plus an extra $2 coupon you can clip to drop the price to just $21.99 total. Trust me, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without one.

SofaBaton F2 Universal Remote Attachment for Amazon Fire TV Streaming Player with Power Volume…: $21.99