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Need a new gaming mouse? Here are the best gaming mice you can buy.

Palash Volvoikar / Android Authority Gaming peripherals tend to go for futuristic designs with plenty of bright lights, but they can make a huge difference in how smooth and enjoyable your gameplay is. A gaming mouse, in particular, can up your game significantly. Of course, gaming mice come in various unique setups, and what some consider amazing might be terrible for you. We’ve compiled a list of the best gaming mice you can buy in 2021, each with its unique selling points that will appeal to various gamers.

Samsung One UI 2.0 beta for S10 launches in three more countries

Update, October 24, 2019 (09:50 AM ET): According to SamMobile, the Samsung One UI 2.0 beta program for the Galaxy S10 family is now live in three more countries, bringing the total to six altogether. The three new countries are India, Poland, and France. These three join the previous three: Germany, South Korea, and the United States. If you own the Galaxy S10, S10 Plus, or S10e in any of these six countries, you can register your interest in joining the beta through the Samsung Members app.

Samsung's Galaxy Note 20 and Z Flip 5G now come in red and white hues

TL;DR Samsung’s Galaxy Note 20 is now available in a limited edition Mystic Red color. The Galaxy Z Flip 5G is available in an equally limited Mystic White. Both are available now for the same price as other hues. Samsung thinks it has a simple way to spark smartphone sales going into the holidays: offer colors that were previously unavailable in the US. The company has unveiled a “limited” Mystic Red edition of the Galaxy Note 20 as well as a similarly rare Mystic White version of the Galaxy Z Flip 5G.

Save up to 55% on these classy Klipsch audio essentials

To appreciate the best new movies, TV, and video games, you’re going to need a sound system that can deliver, but none of us want to break the bank trying to outfit our entertainment center. We tracked down a pair of deals on Klipsch equipment so that you can get top-notch audio without emptying your wallet. You can grab the Klipsch two-way center channel speaker for only $129 ($160 off) and the all-digital powered subwoofer for just $149 ($40 off).

This Moto Z Mod adds wireless charging and looks just like a case

A new Moto Z mod is in development that would give the handset an IR Blaster and wireless charging capabilities in a slim profile. The Ultimate Moto Z Mod is being designed for Motorola’s Transform the Smartphone challenge, which asks independent creators to produce a Moto Z mod prototype for the chance to have it sold nationwide by Verizon. The Ultimate Moto Z Mod is barely thicker than a regular Moto shell case, at just over 3mm, and is being funded on IndieGoGo in accordance with the competition rules.

Android 8.1 rolling out to Indian units

Unfortunately, for now anyway, those updates are only going out to Indian versions of the Nokia 6 and Indian, Tunisian, and Indonesian versions of the Nokia 5. Other markets can probably expect to see updates in the next few days, but we don’t have any confirmation on that. These are the 4 best smartphone brands in India The Best Both updates come in at under 1GB each, and for some reason must be downloaded while the phone is connected to active Wi-Fi.

AutoVoice Chrome extension for the PC now works with Google Assistant

João Dias’ AutoVoice extension for Google’s Chrome browser has been updated, and it can now call upon the recently released SDK for Google Assistant. That means that anyone with Chrome and the extension can use voice commands with Google Assistant, even on a Windows PC. Bixby vs Google Assistant vs Siri Features Once you set this up on your PC, you will be able to communicate with Google Assistant so it can handle a number of tasks.

Report: Pixel Watch battery life likely won't be too impressive

TL;DR The Google Pixel Watch could feature a 300mAh battery. The watch should last a full day, although it’s unclear what features were active in testing. Users wanting multi-day battery life from the upcoming Google Pixel Watch may be in for a disappointment. The Pixel Watch was unveiled at Google I/O, after years of rumors and anticipation. One of the main questions was what kind of battery the wearable would have and how long it would last.

Dark theme, new app launcher, and more

Android Auto launched five years ago, and it’s been a driving force behind new car purchases ever since. Infotainment systems are important to people when choosing a new vehicle, which is why Google is giving Android Auto a huge overhaul in an attempt to make it best in class. Get going fasterWith the new update, Android Auto will show your preferred navigation app as soon as you start your car, so you’ll no longer need to start from the home screen.

Guardian of Light comes to all Android devices four years after initial release

Fans of the Tomb Raider series will be glad to know that the critically acclaimed Lara Croft: Guardian of Light has finally launched on all devices after four years of being a Sony Ericsson-exclusive game. 15 best adventure games for Android Apps Square Enix first rolled out the game in 2010 to Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and iOS devices. Albeit quite late, Lara Croft: Guardian of Light was released on Android devices in July 2012.