As often as we write about malware-ridden apps and exploitable vulnerabilities in iOS and Android, it’s painfully clear that Apple and Google aren’t perfect when it comes to protecting the users of their mobile platforms. Enter: Microsoft. On Thursday, the company announced it will bring its Defender antivirus software to iOS and Android, with plans to preview its mobile security solutions at the RSA Conference next week.

Microsoft abandoned its own attempts at capturing a segment of the smartphone market when it killed off Windows 10 Mobile in 2017, but as CNBC notes, it has still been a major player in the space, releasing its popular Office software on iOS and Android, as well as bringing Minecraft to mobile devices in 2014.

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Today’s Top Deals

1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Why spend $1,000 on a Galaxy S20 when this unlocked Android phone with 3-day battery life is only $219?

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Microsoft will bring its Defender antivirus software to iOS and Android originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 19:04:36 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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When you’re living in a remote, isolated environment, things like bacteria and viruses can wreak havoc in a very short period of time. The International Space Station definitely qualifies as being remote and isolated, so when a pair of bacteria species were detected in a water dispenser onboard the space station, scientists wanted to know how big of a risk they may pose.

The bacteria that were detected in the water system are similar to those known to cause infections, but only in rare cases. The fear, of course, was that the bacteria may have changed or mutated into strains that were more difficult to deal with, thereby posing a serious threat to the crew. As a new paper published in PLOS ONE explains, that’s not the case.

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1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Today’s top deals: Fire TV Stick 4K, protein bars, Sony’s AirPods Pro killers, Logitech blowout, Brita water pitchers, more

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Scientists solve mystery of space bacteria on the ISS originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 18:33:08 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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I must admit, I thought Apple’s AirPods looked strange and even a little silly when they first came on to the scene a few years ago, an early opinion shared by at least one of my colleagues here. It was an opinion, I should add, exclusively focused on their appearance, and how weird I initially felt with them hanging out of my ear like some sleek white piece of jewelry. Their performance, of course, is another matter entirely and has helped turn Apple’s now-ubiquitous wireless earphones into its most successful product launched during the last few years. Everyone in the industry is copying Apple, and even Samsung has finally given the audio port the old heave-ho, having just launched the Galaxy S20 that of course doesn’t have one.

Not only has Apple continued to improve the AirPods and eventually started offering customers the more expensive Pro option. But now, it seems, Apple may be planning to launch yet another AirPods variant soon — that is, if an anonymously sourced report from a publication with a mixed track record is to be believed.

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Today’s Top Deals

1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Why spend $1,000 on a Galaxy S20 when this unlocked Android phone with 3-day battery life is only $219?

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1. Microsoft just accidentally confirmed a huge feature for Xbox Series X
2. Netflix will release 55 new original movies and TV shows in March – here’s the full list
3. CDC says new coronavirus is even more dangerous than we thought

This rumor about cheaper AirPods Pro won’t go away originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 18:02:59 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Earlier this year, Sony confirmed that it would be skipping E3 for the second year in a row. This came as a surprise, as E3 2020 seems like the perfect venue to showcase a ton of next-gen video games to a massive audience, but the expectation was that Sony would host its own reveal event in February instead. Now that February is almost over, not only have we heard nothing from Sony about an event, but now the company is pulling out of every major video game conference slated to take place this spring over concerns about the coronavirus outbreak.

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Today’s Top Deals

1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Why spend $1,000 on a Galaxy S20 when this unlocked Android phone with 3-day battery life is only $219?

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PS5 was going to be the hottest topic at GDC, but Sony just canceled originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 17:31:01 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung and its partners will open Galaxy S20 preorders around the world on Friday, and many people will hurry to take advantage of the various deals that will be available during preorders. All Galaxy S20 models will be more expensive than we expected, as Samsung decided against making a more affordable version of the handset, one that could compete directly against the $699 iPhone 11.

We’ve already told you that skipping the Galaxy S20 preorder phase and waiting a few months might be a better idea, as Android handsets don’t retain their value like the iPhone, and better deals are always readily available down the road. Then, a few days ago, we learned of a Galaxy S20 version that Samsung hasn’t announced yet — a red model that looks truly stunning. At the time, we thought the red option was still a few months from launching, but it turns out that the red S20’s launch is actually much closer than we thought.

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Today’s Top Deals

1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Why spend $1,000 on a Galaxy S20 when this unlocked Android phone with 3-day battery life is only $219?

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1. Microsoft just accidentally confirmed a huge feature for Xbox Series X
2. Netflix will release 55 new original movies and TV shows in March – here’s the full list
3. CDC says new coronavirus is even more dangerous than we thought

Galaxy S20 in an exciting new color option might be launching soon originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 17:00:58 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Google’s enforcement actions against shady Android apps and developers come at such a regular pace these days that it’s starting to be hard to keep track of all the bans and violators. There’s just so many — and today, Google added to the pile, with a major crackdown that includes kicking almost 600 apps out of the Play Store. Google hasn’t as of the time of this writing identified which specific apps were part of this enforcement, which seems largely to have focused on ad fraud, though Per Bjorke, Google’s senior product manager for ad traffic quality, has said the apps were mostly games and utilities.

Unfortunately, this action comes after the apps had collectively garnered more than 4.5 billion installs.

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Today’s Top Deals

1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Why spend $1,000 on a Galaxy S20 when this unlocked Android phone with 3-day battery life is only $219?

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1. Microsoft just accidentally confirmed a huge feature for Xbox Series X
2. Netflix will release 55 new original movies and TV shows in March – here’s the full list
3. CDC says new coronavirus is even more dangerous than we thought

Millions of people have downloaded shady Android apps that Google just banned originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 16:35:39 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If ever there was a time to pick up a new Ring Doorbell, now is that time. Amazon is running a killer sale today on the three best-selling Ring products out there, and it offers savings up to $50. But that’s not all! In addition to the savings, you also get a free Echo Dot, which is another $50 value. That means you’re getting up to $100 in savings, which is a fantastic bargain.

The Ring Video Doorbell 2 that typically sells for $200 is down to $169 with a free Echo Dot, and the same $169 will also get you a Ring Peephole Cam if you don’t want to install a video doorbell. That model also comes with a free Dot. Finally, if you want to get the best of the best, you can snag a $250 Ring Video Doorbell Pro for $199 even, and you’ll also get the free Dot. There’s no telling how much longer these awesome deals will be available though, so grab one now or you might miss out.

Ring Video Doorbell 2

• This bundle contains Ring Video Doorbell 2 and Echo Dot (3rd Gen).
• Connect your Ring doorbell with Alexa then enable announcements to be alerted when your doorbell is pressed or motion is detected. Talk to visitors through compatible Echo devices by saying “Alexa, talk to the front door”.
• Lets you see, hear and speak to visitors from your phone, tablet, and PC.
• Sends alerts as soon as motion is detected or when visitors press the Doorbell.
• Powered by the rechargeable battery pack or connects to doorbell wires for a constant charge.
• Monitors your home in 1080HD video with infrared night vision.
• Lets you check-in on your property at anytime with Live View on-demand video.
• Includes Lifetime Theft Protection: If your Doorbell gets stolen, we’ll replace it for free.

Ring Video Doorbell 2 with Echo Dot (3rd Gen) – Charcoal: $169.00

Ring Peephole Cam

• This bundle contains Ring Peephole Camera and Echo Dot (3rd Gen).
• Upgrade your door’s peephole with a 1080p HD video doorbell that enables you to see, hear, and speak to visitors from anywhere.
• Get alerts on your phone, tablet, and PC when anyone knocks on your door, presses the doorbell button, or triggers the motion sensors.
• Peephole Cam is easy to install and comes with all the tools you need to replace your peephole in under 5 minutes; no wiring or drilling required.
• Connect your Ring camera with Alexa then enable announcements to be alerted when motion is detected. Talk to visitors through compatible Echo devices by saying “Alexa, talk to the front door”.

Ring Peephole Cam with Echo Dot (3rd Gen) – Charcoal: $169.00

Ring Video Doorbell Pro

• This bundle contains Ring Video Doorbell Pro and Echo Dot (3rd Gen).
• Connect your Ring doorbell with Alexa then enable announcements to be alerted when your doorbell is pressed or motion is detected. Talk to visitors through compatible Echo devices by saying “Alexa, talk to the front door”.
• Lets you see, hear and speak to visitors from your phone, tablet, and PC.
• Sends alerts as soon as motion is detected or when visitors press the Doorbell.
• Requires hardwired installation to existing doorbell wires. Compatible with iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows 10 devices.
• Monitors your home in 1080HD video with infrared night vision.
• Lets you check-in on your property at anytime with Live View on-demand video. Connectivity – 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi connection at 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz. Wi-Fi Speeds – Requires a minimum upload speed of 1Mbps, but 2Mbps is recommended for optimal performance.
• Includes Lifetime Theft Protection: If your Doorbell gets stolen, we’ll replace it for free.

Ring Video Doorbell Pro with Echo Dot (3rd Gen) – Charcoal: $199.00

Today’s Top Deals

1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Bird electric scooter hits a new all-time low price in Amazon’s one-day sale

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Amazon sale shaves $50 off a Ring Doorbell, plus you get a free Echo Dot originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 16:10:14 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Disney+ has been widely available for months now, but I’m still getting used to the staggered release schedule of all of its shows. Even though the seventh season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars premieres this month, it will run through all of March and beyond, just as The Mandalorian did for its eight-episode run earlier this year. But, to be completely honest, I think I prefer it this way, as it’s slightly less overwhelming than Netflix’s strategy.

Other than a bunch of new Clone Wars episodes, the highlight of the month has got to be Black Panther, which joins a ton of other Marvel movies on Disney+ (but not Avengers: Infinity War). We’re also getting an original movie called Stargirl and a brand new series called Be Our Chef later this month.

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1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Why spend $1,000 on a Galaxy S20 when this unlocked Android phone with 3-day battery life is only $219?

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Everything new coming to Disney+ in March 2020 originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 15:45:10 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The GoTrax GXL V2 electric scooter is one of our favorites, and it’s pretty much always on sale these days on Amazon for just $248. That’s an incredible value and we highly recommend this model, but there’s no question that Bird scooters are far more popular.

If you’d prefer a Bird model and you’re okay with a renewed scooter, you can save a ton of money today thanks to Amazon’s big one-day deal. The Bird ES1-300 Electric Scooter is among the company’s most popular models, offering great features like a 300-watt motor, a digital LED display, and a headlight so you can see better in the evenings or early mornings. It has 15.5 miles of max range and can go up to 15.5 MPH thanks to a power boost up to 700 watts.

This model has sold for as much as $600, but you can usually find it for $400 these days. Pick up a renewed model today on Amazon and you’ll only pay $289.99! Also of note, it’s being sold by Amazon Renewed so it’s guaranteed to look and function like new. If anything isn’t up to snuff, you have a full 90 days to send it back for a refund.

Bird ES1-300 Electric Scooter (Renewed)

• Outfitted with cutting-edge Bird technology, this new-age twist on the classic scooter can reach top speeds of 15.5 MPH and can cover up to 15.5 miles on a single charge.
• HIGH-POWERED UPGRADED MOTOR- With 300 watts of nominal, and 700 watts of max engine power, you have higher torque and powerful ride.
• DUAL BRAKING MECHANISM- ADVANCED LIGHTING: Having an electric braking system, as well as a mechanical one, provides more control while you ride.
• LIGHTWEIGHT- Weighing only 27.6 pounds, makes it very easy to be carried. UL-2272 CERTIFIED: ES1-300 meets the standards of a comprehensive system of safety tests by Underwriter Laboratories.
• SMOOTH RIDE: With front shock absorption, 8″ front tires, 7.5″ rear tires, enjoy smoother rides. You can reach a range of 15.5 miles*, and a max speed of 15.5 MPH*. The maximum payload is 220 pounds. For ages 18 and up.

Bird ES1-300 Electric Scooter with 300 Watt Motor and Digital LED Display, Black (Renewed): $289.99

Gotrax GXL V2 Commuting Electric Scooter (New)

• Version 2 – Handbrake, Cruise Control, Reinforced Frame and Lock Mechanism
• 8. 5″ PNEUMATIC TIRES – Making the GXL the ultimate commuting scooter for overcoming treacherous city streets
• 250 WATT MOTOR – Our most powerful scooter yet, the GXL has a top speed of 15. 5MPH and holds a maximum of 220 lbs.
• 36V BATTERY – The GXL travels up to 9-12 miles and recharges in about 4 Hours. Height from Handlebars to Deck-38 inch
• PORTABLE DESIGN – The GXL Frame folds down and locks for easy storage making it a perfect commuting scooter

Gotrax GXL V2 Commuting Electric Scooter – 8.5″ Air Filled Tires – 15.5MPH & 9-12 Mile Range -…: $248.00

Today’s Top Deals

1. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again
2. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
3. Why spend $1,000 on a Galaxy S20 when this unlocked Android phone with 3-day battery life is only $219?

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1. Microsoft just accidentally confirmed a huge feature for Xbox Series X
2. Netflix will release 55 new original movies and TV shows in March – here’s the full list
3. CDC says new coronavirus is even more dangerous than we thought

Bird electric scooter hits a new all-time low price in Amazon’s one-day sale originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 15:20:38 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe is in for a huge new phase of superhero stories, and that’s because the MCU now has a powerful new component, the Disney+ streaming service. Out of the 14 titles included in Phase 4, eight of them are TV series that will feature some of the same heroes we’ve seen in previous MCU films and brand new superheroes who will join the Avengers later. These limited series will provide additional context and enrich the character arcs that Marvel is developing for the overarching MCU storyline. And it just so happens that two of the most important Disney+ Marvel series premiere later this year, including WandaVision and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Now, someone who supposedly worked with footage from both series has shared new spoilers from the upcoming Disney+ shows.

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1. Today’s top deals: Huge Anker sale, $23 home camera, SSD sale, $6 Alexa smart plugs, free Echo Dot, $8 wireless charger, more
2. Why spend $1,000 on a Galaxy S20 when this unlocked Android phone with 3-day battery life is only $219?
3. After trying BenQ’s mind-blowing new 4K home theater projector, I might never buy a normal TV again

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1. Microsoft just accidentally confirmed a huge feature for Xbox Series X
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3. CDC says new coronavirus is even more dangerous than we thought

Exciting plot details leak for Marvel’s first MCU Phase 4 TV series originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 20 Feb 2020 at 14:55:14 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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