Samsung permanently discontinues the Galaxy Note 7, $17 billion in sales lost

It wasn’t long ago that Samsung was calling the projected $1 billion dollar cost of the first Galaxy Note 7 recall a “heartbreaking amount”. But with Samsung just now announcing it is permanently discontinuing production of the Galaxy Note 7, the company is facing a massive $17 billion dollars in lost sales revenue. The news comes just one day after Samsung put a global stop on sales of the defective device. What is the best Galaxy Note 7 alternative?

Secretlab's Omega gaming chair is on sale for $349 during Black Friday

Gaming chairs are notoriously expensive at times, but that won’t be true for Black Friday. Secretlab is selling its Omega gaming chair starting at $349 ($70 off) for a leather version. You’ll see other discounts regardless of your material and color choices, including Special Edition models. In our experience (including that of Executive Editor Kris Carlon), the Secretlab Omega is one of the few gaming chairs in its class that matches the hype.

This is no Galaxy Note 9

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Youtube app now streams Google Play Movies and TV shows

You may have noticed a little change in the Android Youtube app very recently, as Google has just updated its back end to integrate your Google Play movie and TV purchases into the Youtube app, bringing the service in line with the desktop feature.You will now be able to find all of your movie and TV purchases under the new Purchases section in the Youtube menu, right under the Watch Later option.

Asus MeMO Pad 10 (ME103k) announced, quad-core 10-inch tablet for $199

While most budget tablets tend to favor the 7 or 8-inch form factor, there’s a growing number of reasonably decent 10-inch models. With that in mind, Asus has now unveiled its MeMO Pad 10 (ME103K), a new $199 tablet with a 10.1-inch display at a resolution of 1280 x 800. The MeMO Pad 10 is powered by a quad-core 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 Pro with 1GB RAM, which isn’t exactly bleeding edge at this point, but should still provide a reasonably decent experience for those with modest needs.

AT&T wants to give you a free phone for Black Friday

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority The holidays are a time of giving, and AT&T sounds like they’re getting into the swing of things. This year, AT&T wants to give you a new phone for free. The special deal goes live on November 22, and all you have to do to get your phone for $0 is sign up for a new line, purchase the phone on an installment plan, and choose from AT&T’s unlimited plans.

Charmin rolls into CES 2020 with TP bot, smell detector, and VR toilet

What happens when you’re stranded on the bowl without tissue paper? Did you ever wish you were forewarned about a stinky bathroom? Have you imagined being in better places while procrastinating in the loo? What does all this have to do with technology? TP-maker Charmin has the answers. The company is presenting three cheeky concepts at CES 2020 that aim to deliver a better bathroom experience from start to flush.

Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL vs the competition

After months of rumors and leaks, the Google Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL are finally official. If you’re familiar with 2019’s crop of smartphones, then Google’s latest pair of flagships won’t blow your socks off. That said, the company made improvements where it mattered most. Google Pixel 4 vs Google Pixel 4 XL vs OnePlus 7T vs Huawei Mate 30 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus specs: Google Pixel 4Google Pixel 4 XLOnePlus 7THuawei Mate 30 ProSamsung Galaxy Note 10 PlusDisplay

How to change the default browser in Windows 10

Microsoft introduced a new integrated browser with the launch of Windows 10: Microsoft Edge. It’s billed to be lightweight and fast, but many PC owners may not like having an integrated browser forced in their faces. Choice is the key to happiness. We show you how to change the default browser in Windows 10. Typically, when you install a new browser, it immediately requests you to set it as the default.

How to go live on Facebook with your mobile or PC

Live streaming on Facebook was first introduced in 2015 and has been a hit ever since. It’s used by companies to promote their products and services, as well as everyday people who want to share a moment with friends and family. Livestreams are uncut and raw, which is what makes them genuine and so popular. It gives viewers a chance to truly connect with the streamer, allowing them to post their reactions in real-time, as well as ask questions.