Amazon and Google are reportedly working on their own AirPods rivals

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When Apple infamously killed the headphone jack two years ago, it offered users various ways to get used to the change. The iPhone 7 came with Lightning EarPods in the box, as well as a Lightning-to-3.5mm dongle. But Apple also launched the wireless AirPods earphones, which is by far the best way of fixing the problem.

I’m not saying that all people would be willing to trade-in their expensive wired headphones for AirPods, or that the AirPods deliver the best audio experience out there. But the AirPods are the most popular wireless headphones right now. Nothing really comes close, and we already have a plethora of alternatives on the market, including headphones that were announced and/or launched well before the AirPods went on sale. Now a new report from a trusted Apple insider says that both Amazon and Google are working on new AirPods rivals.

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Amazon and Google are reportedly working on their own AirPods rivals originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 5 Dec 2018 at 15:37:17 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This futuristic frame makes digital photo frames cool again

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Remember a bunch of years ago when digital photo frames first came out? People were obsessed with them and they flew off store shelves, but then the shine wore off and people got bored. Prepare to have your passion reignited, because the AURA Frame is like no other digital photo frame you’ve ever seen before. Sure it displays images on a gorgeous high-resolution screen, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg because it also has awesome futuristic features like unlimited storage, face recognition, and gesture-based navigation!

AURA Frames – Oprah’s Favorite Things List 2018 Add Photos from iPhone & Android App, 9.7” Di…: $299.00

Here’s more info from the product page:

  • FROM APP TO FRAME, INSTANTLY – iPhone/Android app allows anyone in your family to share photos via WiFi. No emailing or USB sticks
  • UNLIMITED PHOTO SHARING – You and your family can share unlimited photos to the frame without subscription fees.
  • INTELLIGENT PHOTO CURATION – Facial recognition software via the Aura app identifies your closet relationships and sends photos to your frame automatically.
  • STUNNING CLEAR DISPLAY – Jaw-dropping clear 2048×1536 resolution display ensures photos display in vibrant clarity, presenting family photos beautifully. Rotate for vertical or horizontal display.
  • Oprah’s Favorite Thing of 2018

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This futuristic frame makes digital photo frames cool again originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 5 Dec 2018 at 15:14:12 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Apple is finally selling its iPhone XR clear case

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One of the more confounding mysteries surrounding the launch of the iPhone XR was the lack of official cases from Apple. The iPhone maker typically launches a few cases alongside its new handsets, but despite mentioning a clear case in the press release for the XR, it was nowhere to be found on October 26th.

More than a month later, the iPhone XR Clear Case has suddenly materialized on Apple.com with a price tag of $39. According to the website, orders placed today can be delivered as early as this Friday, December 7th. If you’re willing to wait in order to save on shipment, Apple estimates you’ll receive your case on Monday, December 10th. That’s the same date I’m seeing for in-store pickup as well, but call a local store to see if it’s in stock.

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Apple is finally selling its iPhone XR clear case originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 5 Dec 2018 at 14:51:09 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony’s $300 Sound Base is under $240 today on Amazon

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There are a few companies in the audio game that consistently rise above the rest, and Sony is obviously among them. The company has a long history of producing speakers and sound systems with consistently excellent sound quality, but the problem is those systems often carry very hefty price tags. If you’re looking for terrific Sony sound for your TV and you don’t want to spend a lot of money, there’s a deal on Amazon right now that you should definitely check out. The Sony HT-XT2 2.1 Channel Sound Base with Wifi and Bluetooth typically sells for $300, but you can snag one right now for much less!

Sony HT-XT2 2.1 Channel Sound Base with Wifi and Bluetooth: Too low to display

Here are some bullet points from the product page:

  • One-piece speaker with built-in subwoofer that fits nicely under your TV, Play music wirelessly via Bluetooth Control easily with SongPal app.
  • Easily add wireless surround sound speakers, Enjoy wireless multi-room listening, Control your TV and sound bar with a single remote via HDMI ARC connection
  • Google Cast ready for easy streaming of your favorite music apps, Music playback via USB. Chromecast built-in and spotify compatible for more music accessibility

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Sony’s $300 Sound Base is under $240 today on Amazon originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 5 Dec 2018 at 14:28:01 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This is what a SpaceX Falcon 9 looks like after it comes back down to Earth

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A SpaceX launch is a pretty big deal these days despite the fact that they happen with startling regularity. The company has a packed schedule and sends lots and lots of hardware skyward. We normally get great views of SpaceX’s rockets taking off and sometimes landing, but rarely do we see what the reusable stages look like when they’re finally brought back to land.

In a new video by USLaunchReport, one of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rockets is seen being hauled back to the company’s facilities for inspection after a successful mission. It’s dirty, covered in soot and filth, but it’s still in one piece and that means it’ll go back up again before long.

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5 paid iPhone apps on sale for free on December 5th

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We shared a great list of paid iPhone and iPad apps on sale for free yesterday, and a few of them are still freebies if you happened to miss it. We’ve got a fresh new roundup for you on Wednesday though, and you’ll find it below. Just be sure to hurry up and download anything that looks appealing because these sales could be over at any time.

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5 paid iPhone apps on sale for free on December 5th originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 5 Dec 2018 at 13:42:38 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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This 70″ 4K TV for $550 is a better deal than almost everything we saw on Black Friday

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Walmart is running a big sale that spans the next two weeks leading up to Christmas, and we’ve been finding plenty of killer deals on the site. There’s one in particular that popped up recently though, and we definitely wanted to bring it to your attention. The RCA 70″ Class 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV is a pretty solid deal on a regular day, with a retail price of $1,300. If you snag one right now while they’re still in stock and discounted on Walmart though, you’ll only pay $550! This deal is even better than most of the sales we saw during Black Friday, and it probably won’t last much longer.

RCA 70″ Class 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV: $549.99 (reg. $1,299.99)

Here’s more info from Walmart’s site:

Watch television come to life right in your living room with this 70″ 4K UHD Smart TV Virtuoso from RCA. The UHD LED display offers 4 times the resolution of 1080p and has 4K Color for stunning and life-like images. BUILT IN WIFI:STREAM YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC, MOVIES AND TV SHOWS AND ACCESS APPS NETFLIX/YOUTUBE/FACEBOOK/TWITTER/ACCUWEATHER/VUDU/PANDORA Do more with RCA SMART TV VIRTUOSO RCA SMART TV VIRTUOSO operating system lets you access apps, record what’s on screen, pair your Bluetooth devices, use the TV as a music player, browse the web, and more

Apps: NETFLIX, YouTube, twitter, Facebook, AccuWeather,Mirracast Rx, Vudu, Pandora 4K UHD Pixel-perfect technology Stunning 4K UHD resolution is 4x that of Full HD, so you see amazingly vivid colours and picture details that’ll blow you away LED technology features 16.7 MILLION pixels that bring vibrant colour, rich blacks, and infinite contrast to bring all your classic movies, F1 highlights, and safari documentaries to life

Max. Resolution:3840*2160 Aspect ratio:16:9 Contrast Ratio (Type):4000:1 Brightness (Type):300 cd/m2 Response Time (Gray to Gray):5ms Audio System Amplifier Speakers:2X8W Output Terminals RF Input X1Ypbpr Input R,L X1 HDMI Input X3 AV X 1 VGA X 1 PC AUDIO X 1 LAN X 1 RFX 1
Output Terminals earphone x1
Power Supply Power Input AC 100-240V 50/60HZ Max. Power Consumption 108W Power Saving <0.5W

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Apple rolls out iOS 12.1.1 with broader Dual SIM support, enhanced Live Photos, and more

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Apple just released iOS 12.1.1, an update that brings even more features and, of course, bug fixes to an OS release that has been largely successful from the get-go. While iOS 11 was plagued with any number of performance issues, Apple with iOS 12 decided to focus on system stability and reliability, a decision which has paid off swimmingly. As we covered yesterday, iOS 12 adoption already stands at 72%. As a point of reference, iOS 11 at this time last year was only being used by 59% of iOS users.

Now as for what iOS 12.1.1 brings to the table, some of the more notable features include support for Live Photos in FaceTime, haptic touch notifications on the iPhone XR, and wider carrier support for Dual SIM, Some of the bug fixes included in the iOS 12.1.1 update should help improve a few minor issues that users have experienced when using FaceID and the Messages app.

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Apple rolls out iOS 12.1.1 with broader Dual SIM support, enhanced Live Photos, and more originally appeared on BGR.com on Wed, 5 Dec 2018 at 13:00:13 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Your iPad Pro becomes an iOS-powered MacBook with this Logitech accessory

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If you dream of one day using an iOS-powered MacBook, we have good news and bad news. The bad news is Apple is never going to make a laptop powered by iOS. But the good news is if you have an iPad Pro, one simple discounted accessory will give you an iOS laptop experience today. The Logitech iPad Pro 10.5 inch Slim Combo Keyboard Case slaps a great backlit keyboard onto your iPad and it folds open like any normal laptop. Then there’s a back portion that has a built-in kickstand so you can stand up the screen while you type. It’s awesome, and it’s on sale right now at a discount so grab one while you can.

Logitech iPad Pro 10.5 inch Keyboard Case | SLIM COMBO with Detachable, Backlit, Wireless Keybo…: $88.37

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

  • Designed in partnership with Apple exclusively for iPad Pro 10.5 inch
  • 4 Use Modes: Type, View in Landscape, View in Portrait, Read
  • Powered by iPad via Apple Smart Connector. Connects instantly with one click. No batteries or Bluetooth needed
  • Detachable keyboard for ultimate flexibility
  • Backlit keys for typing in low light

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The first ‘Avengers 4’ trailer is coming on Friday, insider says

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A report on Monday said that the first Avengers 4 trailer would be released on Wednesday, two days after the new Captain Marvel trailer was supposed to drop. Disney and Marvel did release the new Captain Marvel trailer during Monday Night Football as reported, after airing a short teaser on TV. But we didn’t see similar teasers for Avengers 4 which left the report in question. Now, a new report says the trailer is dropping on Friday instead of Wednesday, and it’s “final” this time around.

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