While iOS updates are supposed to improve performance and eliminate pesky bugs, the recent release of iOS 13.2 proved to be nothing short of a headache for many users. The biggest complaint centered on incredibly shoddy memory management that saw iOS curiously and aggressively kill apps and tasks running in the background. In fact, performance was so bad that many users said that iOS 13.2 effectively eliminated the iPhone’s ability to truly multitask. Remember how Apple’s new iPhone 11 models kept losing to Android phones in real-world speed tests? Well thankfully, that’s about to change.

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First iOS 13.3 beta is out, and it makes iPhones so much faster originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 15:23:05 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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I was a big fan of Apple’s AirPods when they first launched, but I have to say grew tired of them fairly quickly. The concept is terrific, of course, and they were certainly among the best true wireless earbuds on the market when they first hit store shelves. But the smooth plastic tips don’t isolate sound so all the bass leaks out of your ears. That’s fine if you’re a runner or if you commute in a city and need to hear what’s going on around you. Personally, I want silicone tips so I can enjoy the best possible sound quality. I switched to the Master & Dynamic MW07 true wireless earbuds and never looked back, and I continued to use them until recently when I got the new and improved MW07 Plus model. They’re so good that I didn’t even care when Apple released its new AirPods Pro model, which features silicone tips and new noise cancelling technology.

The new AirPods Pro earphones look great, but I personally didn’t even bother to try them at first. Why not? Well, I poked around a few reviews out there and I really didn’t find anything worthwhile. The reviews I skimmed seemed like they were written by tech bloggers who had never even tried another pair of noise cancelling earphones. They gushed over capabilities that are beyond basic, and they didn’t do anything to convince me that Apple had made any great strides where sound quality is concerned. Since the reviews I found were so poorly written, I just closed them and didn’t even bother investigating any further. If you’re in the same boat, however, I finally ended up stumbling upon a review that’s actually worthwhile, but it wasn’t published by any tech blog or news site. Instead, it’s just a random guy on Reddit who seems to know a lot more about reviewing headphones than any of the gadget bloggers I found.

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A random guy on Reddit just did a better job reviewing AirPods Pro than most tech bloggers originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 15:02:07 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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All the nifty wireless home sound systems out there right now are great for people who prioritize convenience, but true audiophiles know that they’ll never be truly satisfied with a system like that. If you’re looking for something to propel your home setup into the future without making any compromises on sound quality or tech, you definitely need to check out the Denon PMA-150H Integrated Network Amplifier.

This fantastic network amp provides 70W of power per channel and it’s fully digital, with support for HEOS, Wi-Fi streaming, and Bluetooth. We tested it using Amazon Music HD and our favorite high-end speakers, but also with a pair of affordable Polk Signature Series S15 Bookshelf Speakers. Honestly, we were more blown away with the S15s because we’ve never heard anything get sound like this out of a pair of $15 speakers.

If you’re an audiophile looking for a great network amp that won’t cost thousands of dollars, your search might’ve just come to an end.

Denon PMA-150H Integrated Network Amplifier – Full Digital Amplification | 70W Power per Channe…: $1,099.00

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

• AN INTEGRATED NETWORK AMP FOR CRISP, POWERFUL PURE DIGITAL SOUND – The PMA 150H powers the widest range of speakers (70W in 4 ohms) and reproduces audio with utmost accuracy and superiority for a multi dimensional sound experience
• FEATURES NEXT GENERATION AMPLIFICATION TECHNOLOGY – Enjoy dynamic hi fidelity sound with Direct Digital Feedback Amplification (DDFA) which removes all analog noises and interferences, giving you unadulterated digital sound at all times
• ENJOY MULTI ROOM STREAMING WITH WI FI AND BLUETOOTH – Built in HEOS technology allows you to playback music through any popular streaming service such as Pandora, Spotify, Amazon Prime and others via Bluetooth, Wi Fi or AirPlay 2 in one room and more simultaneously
• VOICE CONTROL COMPATIBILITY WITH ALL MAJOR VOICE AGENTS – Change audio tracks, control volume, switch inputs, and play & pause music with your voice. Just command Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri, Google Assistant or any home automation systems like Josh.ai
• MORE CONNECTIONS FOR A COMPLETE HOME THEATER – 2 Optical, 1 Coaxial, and 2 RCA analog inputs for connecting various audio sources such as CD Player, Blu Ray, turntables & more. Plus, it supports Internet Radio, AM/FM, DAB/DAB+ radio
• THE ULTIMATE AUDIO EXPERIENCE – Solid build quality, clean aesthetics, modern design, with Denon’s expert re engineering, makes this elegant looking amp a must have for your audio and home theater system

Denon PMA-150H Integrated Network Amplifier – Full Digital Amplification | 70W Power per Channe…: $1,099.00

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Denon’s new PMA-150H is the amazing network amp of every audiophile’s dreams originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 14:39:21 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007) was one of the most popular shooters of all time, and it made Call of Duty a household name. When you reboot a game like that, you’re playing with fire, and it’s clear from the start that developer Infinity Ward knew how important this entry was not just for longtime fans, but for the future of the franchise.

One of the things that made Call of Duty 4 so great was the campaign. At the time, it was rare for a game to dabble in the complexities of present-day world politics and the bloodshed that can result. The game didn’t shy away from depicting the grim realities of terrorism and the human toll of armed conflicts. Modern Warfare — the 2019 version — follows the same thread, but things are a lot different now than they were in 2007.

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‘Call of Duty: Modern Warfare’ review: Just like the good old days originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 14:16:22 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Disney’s streaming service should offer the same kind of deal as some of its biggest rivals. A monthly fee is enough to guarantee unlimited streaming on a variety of devices, and in this case, the monthly fee is a lot lower than most rivals. But even though Disney+ is supposed to deliver an ad-free experience like Netflix, you’ll still see one particular type of commercial, and there’s a good reason for it.

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Disney+ is supposed to be ad-free, but there’s one kind of commercial that you’ll have to deal with originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 13:53:34 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The king of robot vacuums has arrived, and it’s called the iRobot Roomba i7+ (7550) Robot Vacuum with Automatic Dirt Disposal. It has literally every feature you can imagine like strong suction and Alexa support, and it even has some features you couldn’t imagine like a brilliant docking system that automatically empties its dirt and dust on its own. That’s right, you can literally go months without having to touch it! That crazy feature costs a pretty penny though, and this model retails for a whopping $1,100. Head over to Amazon right now, however, and you’ll find it on sale at its lowest price yet — just $799!

iRobot Roomba i7+ (7550) Robot Vacuum with Automatic Dirt Disposal- Wi-Fi Connected, Smart Mapp…: $799.00 (reg. $1,099.00)

Here’s some additional info from the product page:

• Capacity volume – .42 liter. Empties on its own – you don’t have to think about vacuuming for months at a time. Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal with AllergenLock bag holds 60 days of dirt, dust and hair.
• Power-Lifting Suction delivers 10X the air power* for improved pick-up performance. Premium 3-Stage Cleaning System cleans the dirt and pet hair you see and the allergens and dust you don’t. *(Compared to Roomba 600 Series)
• Intelligently maps and remembers multiple floor plans to clean your entire home. Patented iAdapt 3.0 technology with vSLAM navigation actively captures thousands of precise measurements each millisecond to optimize coverage.
• Imprint Smart Mapping enables the robot to learn, map and adapt to your home, allowing you to choose which rooms are cleaned and when. Keep Out Zones offer added control to actively avoid specific areas and objects in your home.
• Ideal for homes with pets. High-Efficiency Filter and AllergenLock bags trap 99% of pollen, mold, and dust mites so they don’t escape back into the air.
• Unique Dual Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes don’t get tangled with pet hair. Brushes adjust and flex to stay in constant contact with carpets and hard floors.
• Imprint Link Technology allows Roomba i7+ and Braava jet m6 robots to automatically clean in sequence – vacuuming and then mopping.
• “Roomba, clean my kitchen.” Customize and control how you clean with the iRobot HOME app, Alexa or the Google Assistant.
• Box Content: 1 Roomba i7+ Robot Vacuum, 1 Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal, 2 Dirt Disposal Bags, 1 North American Line Cord, 1 Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier, 1 Extra High-Efficiency Filter, 1 Extra Side Brush
• iRobot does not certify the quality or authenticity of products purchased from non-authorized resellers on Amazon, and will not cover claims, provide service or offer replacements for products purchased from these sellers.

iRobot Roomba i7+ (7550) Robot Vacuum with Automatic Dirt Disposal- Wi-Fi Connected, Smart Mapp…: $799.00 (reg. $1,099.00)

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Early Black Friday deal slashes $300 off the crazy Roomba that cleans your floors and then cleans itself originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 13:30:01 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Have you found yourself missing the good old days a few weeks ago when Apple would release a new iOS 13.2 beta every other day? Well don’t despair because iOS 13.3 beta 1 is here! Apple just released it as an OTA update for anyone with a developer account (or anyone with the developer profile installed), and iPadOS 13.3 beta 1 has been released as well. Bug fixes are the main focus, but there might be some extra tidbits in there so stay tuned.

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Apple just released iOS 13.3 beta 1 for the iPhone originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 13:07:18 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Deals on high-quality screwdriver sets and toolkits are always popular here at BGR Deals, but we’ve never come across any sale that’s quite as good as the early Black Friday deal we just found. The top-rated ORIA 86 in 1 Precision Screwdriver Set and Toolkit is already a bargain at $33 since it has every single screwdriver and tool you could ever need for all the gadgets and gizmos you own, as well as everything else around your house. Use the coupon code XHNCYEZBH at checkout, and you’ll only pay $21.44!

ORIA Precision Screwdriver Set, 86 in 1 Magnetic Repair Tool Kit, Screwdriver Kit with Portable…: $21.44 (use code XHNCYEZBH)

Here’s the scoop from the product page:

• Multi-Magnetic Screwdriver Set : 86 in 1 Precision Screwdriver Set have more tools, which includes utility knife, Anti-Static tweezers, Anti-Static Wrist Strap, SIM card ejector pin and LCD Suction Cup, Triangle plectrum, plastic spudgers, metal spudgers, SIM card shells, Magnetizing and demagnetizing tool, etc.
• High Quality & Well Perform : These durable screwdriver bits are made of CRV steel, whose hardness can reach to HRC52-56, you can use it for long time. The non-slip driver in the market is machined from a single piece of aluminum, and cover with the Silica gel, it also with a ball bearing mounted swivel top.
• Special Bits For iPhone 7/ 7 Plus : This updated advanced screwdriver set includes new bits (“ 0.8” and “Mainboard size 1.5”) for iPhone 7/iPhone 7 Plus.
• Ergonomic Design : The unique driver is skid proof as well as anti static, which makes it be held more easily and safer for a long time.
• Durable Portable Nylon Bag : Professional portable hardware tools with perfect weight & compact design for easy carry. The tools in the bag made of durable nylon will be carried home and out for various uses easily.

ORIA Precision Screwdriver Set, 86 in 1 Magnetic Repair Tool Kit, Screwdriver Kit with Portable…: $21.44 (use code XHNCYEZBH)

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This top-rated 86-piece screwdriver set and toolkit is on sale for $21 originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 12:53:18 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We knew before the Pixel 4 launched that the phone would ship with the same Snapdragon 855 chip that powers many of this year’s Android flagships rather than the newer 855+ that Qualcomm launched a few months ago. That meant the Snapdragon 855 would be no match for the iPhone 11’s A13 chip in benchmark tests — the chip can’t compete with the A12 that powers last year’s iPhones, either. So it’s no surprise that in real-life speed tests, the iPhone 11 just mops the floor with Google’s best phone ever. It’s deja-vu all over again.

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iPhone 11 Pro Max just obliterated the Pixel 4 XL in a real-life speed test originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 12:30:02 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Do you have a Nintendo Switch? Of course you do. Do you love Pokemon? Of course you do. So you undoubtedly know that two of the most hotly anticipated Pokemon games in years are about to be released next week. What you might not know, however, is that you can get a $10 credit for each title if you’re an Amazon Prime member and you preorder them now! That effectively cuts both Pokémon Sword for Nintendo Switch and Pokémon Shield for Nintendo Switch to $49.99 a piece, which are the best preorder deals you’ll find. The games launch next Friday, November 15th, so hurry up or you’re miss out!

Pokémon Sword for Nintendo Switch

• A new generation of Pokémon is coming to the Nintendo Switch system.
• Become a Pokémon Trainer and embark on a new journey in the new Galar region!
• Choose from one of three new partner Pokémon: Grookey, Scorbunny, or Sobble.
• In this all new adventure, you’ll encounter new and familiar Pokémon as you catch, battle, and trade Pokémon while exploring new areas and uncovering an all-new story.
• Get ready for the next Pokémon adventure in the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield games.

Pokémon Sword – Nintendo Switch: $49.99

Pokémon Shield for Nintendo Switch

• A new generation of Pokémon is coming to the Nintendo Switch system
• Become a Pokémon Trainer and embark on a new journey in the new Galar region
• Choose from one of three new partner Pokémon: Grookey, Scorbunny, or Sobble
• In this all new adventure, you’ll encounter new and familiar Pokémon as you catch, battle, and trade Pokémon while exploring new areas and uncovering an all new story
• Get ready for the next Pokémon adventure in the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield games

Pokémon Shield – Nintendo Switch: $49.99

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You’re almost out of time to save $20 on Pokemon Sword and Shield for Nintendo Switch originally appeared on BGR.com on Tue, 5 Nov 2019 at 12:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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