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OnePlus is expected to officially confirm the launch date very soon. What you need to know OnePlus could unveil its next flagship phones at a virtual event on March 23. The OnePlus 9 series is expected to include three models: OnePlus 9, OnePlus 9 Pro, and the OnePlus 9R. OnePlus' first smartwatch is also rumored to be announced at the same event. Back in October, we exclusively reported that the OnePlus 9 series would be launched in March 2021 — four weeks earlier than usual. While OnePlus hasn't officially confirmed the launch date yet, OnePlus CEO, Pete Lau, has unveiled plans for some kind of announcement on March 8th . According to leaker Max Jambor, this will be when the OnePlus 9 series launch date will be announced, not the actual phones themselves. Official launch date announcement is still happening on March 8th. No changes here. https://t.co/CNFeEgiabR — Max Jambor (@MaxJmb) March 1, 2021 As far as the actual launch date, several leakers including

Facebook is letting you "double-up" on Instagram Live. What you need to know Facebook is expanding Instagram Live to let users stream with more people at once. Instagram Live can now show up to four people on a stream. Facebook envisions more use-cases for creators to collaborate with more people at a time. Instagram has grown to become arguably one of the best messaging apps on Android , with plenty of features for users to interact with each other. Instagram Live is a great way to connect with people you follow, giving you a mostly one-sided view of someone's life. Users can even go live with a friend to make streams more interesting for followers. The ability to collaborate must be a popular one because Facebook announced in a blog post that it's giving users the chance to "double-up" with the ability to have four-way Instagram Live chats. The new feature is dubbed Live Rooms, and is more or less like Instagram Live but with more people. It

Getting a new phone in your hands doesn't have to be as expensive as you might think. There are always deals out there on Android phones but they tend to come and go rather quickly with other discounts appearing in their place. However, if you're hoping to buy one of the latest devices on the market, finding a proper deal is easier than ever these days. Best Android Phone Deals Unlocked deals Carrier deals When it comes to buying a new smartphone, there are two main types of deals to consider. You could buy your new phone unlocked so that you own it and can bring it to any carrier where it's compatible, or you can purchase devices through carrier deals at a retailer such as Verizon or T-Mobile. Carrier deals generally make you pay for the device in monthly installments and require that you add a line of service, which means you'll be locked into paying for the device (and your service contract) for a few years. Deals like these can be excellent if you're

With lower prices and more practical features, Samsung's latest Chromebook tries to reach a broader audience. Almost two months after debuting at CES , Samsung's Galaxy Chromebook 2 is out in stores now. Samsung tried to rein in the extravagance and the premium price tag from the original Galaxy Chromebook and instead gave us a mid-range Chromebook in a premium package in this second edition. While I think it might be the most visually striking Chromebook that we'll see in 2021, I'm not entirely sure you should rush out to buy it on day one, and today's reviews seem to agree with my initial assessment. Category Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 ($549) Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 ($699) Processor Intel Celeron 5205U Intel Core i3-10110U Memory 4GB 8GB Storage 64GB eMMC 128GB eMMC Display 13.3" QLED 1920 x 1080px 13.3" QLED 1920 x 1080px Connectivity Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 Ports 2x USB-C microSD card sl

Alexa on the move Amazon Echo Show 10 $250 at Amazon Pros Rotating screen silently follows you in full semi-circle 13MP Camera is perfect for video calls Sound quality is amazing, directional Low Power mode Privacy features Sentry mode security camera Cons Requires lots of room to move around Alexa Guard Plus subscription for security features Expensive The Amazon Echo Show 10 is a game-changing smart display that tracks you around a room with its crystal-clear 13MP camera and multiple AI chips. The sound quality is superb and also follows you around the room, and Alexa responds faster than ever. Knows your face and voice Nest Hub Max $230 at Best Buy Pros 127-degree wide-angle camera Facial and voice matching Quick gestures Fantastic audio quality Auto-dimming screen Long list of Google Assistant-compatible devices Cons Rear-firing speakers can cause sound issues Mic/camera cover turns off both at once Expensive The Nest Hub Max was designed

"Not another streaming service" is starting to become a common refrain amongst cordcutters with new options popping up every few months. Paramount Plus, however, isn't exactly a new service but a rebranded and majorly updated one. CBS All Access was previously known as the home of Big Brother live feeds, Star Trek: Discovery, and all the NCIS episodes you can stomach, while slowly accumulating shows and other content from networks like BET, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, MTV, and even the Smithsonian Channel. The amount of content on the service would actually surprise anyone who believes it solely includes CBS shows, which is why it's no surprise that the name is being changed to Paramount Plus in early 2021. Along with the name change, Paramount Plus is expected to include all of the content found on CBS All Access as well as a bevy of new shows and movies for subscribers to enjoy. Current CBS All Access originals like Star Trek: Picard and The Good Fight will

Google's Pixel smartphones are some of the best Android devices ever released, but if you're hoping to get your hands on one of these stellar devices at a discount, you should first take a look at the recently released Google Pixel 4a models. This model takes the best features of the Google Pixel 4 and places them in a more affordable package. Snagging a great deal on one isn't so tough either; we've gathered the best offers available right now and put them in a list just below. Then again, there are some excellent Pixel 5 deals to consider too if you'd rather purchase an upgraded model. Best Google Pixel 4a Deals Available Now Pixel 4a 5G : up to $440 back Pixel 4a : get one for free! Google Pixel 4a 5G | 10% off at Amazon Amazon has the affordable Google Pixel 4a with 5G on sale today at $50 off its regular cost! This device is 5G-enabled so you can access faster speeds whether streaming, downloading, or gaming. This is the first time the unlocked mod