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Android TV setup guide: All you need to get started with your new Android TV

Credit: Adamya Sharma / Android Authority So, you’ve got yourself a brand new Android TV that you need to set up from scratch. Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, we’ll walk you through the basic setup process for Android TVs. Unlike Android on smartphones, there’s not much software segregation on Android TV devices. If you learn how to set up and use one, you’ve learned how to set up all of them. Besides showing you where things are on your Android TV and how to use its various features, we’ll also help you with a list of apps you might want to download to get the most out of your Android TV. So without further ado, let’s take a look at how to set up a new Android TV. Android TV: Pre-setup requirements Before you start setting up your Android TV, you need to make a note of a few things that you will need. Check that you have the following: A Wi-Fi internet connection A Google account If your TV doesn’t have Android TV built-in, you’ll need: An ex...

Xiaomi Mi 11 series: Everything we know so far (Updated: Dec. 25)

Update: December 25, 2020 (12:30 AM ET) : We’ve updated the Mi 11 rumor hub below with details about a night mode for video recording and some information regarding the display of the phone. Read on for all the latest. Original article: November 30, 2020 (1:03 AM ET) : Xiaomi ‘s numbered Mi series phones represent the best the company has to offer in terms of software and hardware. The flagships often undercut the competition in the value for money department and bring premium specs to the table at the same time, making them some of the most exciting phones in the market. The Xiaomi Mi 11 will be the Chinese manufacturer’s first big launch for the coming year and it’s already making headlines thanks to various leaks and rumors. So without further ado, here are all the rumors and leaks regarding the Xiaomi Mi 11 price, release date, and everything we know so far. Xiaomi Mi 11 series: Name and release date Xiaomi has already confirmed that the upcoming flagship series will ca...

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE update: Stable One UI 3.0 rolling out globally

Credit: David Imel / Android Authority Update: December 25, 2020 (12 AM ET) : Samsung is now rolling out the stable One UI 3.0 update to the Galaxy S20 FE globally. According to SamMobile , the company is pushing out the release for both the 4G and 5G variants of the phone. The Android 11 build features firmware numbers G780FXXU1BTL1 and G781BXXU1BTL4 for the 4G and 5G models, respectively. The new software is reportedly already available in more than a dozen countries. You can head over to your Galaxy S20 FE’s settings menu to check for the OTA update. Original article : Welcome to the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE update hub. Here you’ll find all the latest information on software updates specifically for the Galaxy S20 FE. We’ll tell you what the current software versions are for each device and also give inform you if and when new updates are rolling out. Keep in mind that Samsung pushes updates to the Galaxy S20 FE at different times depending on the carrier and region. If ...

Have a look at one of the first Snapdragon 888 phones (Updated: New name?)

Credit: Realme Realme has unveiled the “Race,” one of the first phones to use the Snapdragon 888 chipset. Details are scarce, but it will boast gaming-friendly performance and speedy 5G. New details of a “Koi phone” have now also emerged. Update: December 24, 2020 (1:10 AM ET) : Realme has teased a new Snapdragon 888 phone apparently inspired by koi. Dubbed the “Koi phone” on Weibo , the device will also sport Qualcomm’s latest high-end chipset judging by the “888 red envelopes” or prizes the company is giving away. Credit: Realme / Weibo Realme previously confirmed that the Race name is just a codename, so it’s possible that Koi is the final name (or that we’re looking at two different phones). Nevertheless, it seems the firm’s early 2021 flagship could make a splash either way. Original article: December 1, 2020 (1:15 PM ET) : Qualcomm only just unveiled the Snapdragon 888 , but that isn’t stopping phone makers from boasting about using the new chip. Realme h...

Record low prices on the Note 10 and 20 series, plus more Samsung Galaxy deals

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus The Samsung Galaxy S20 and its variants are the newest members of the Galaxy S line, and there are already tons of discounts available for them. If you don’t mind going with a slightly older flagship, you can save even more on older models. We’ve gone ahead and rounded up the best Samsung Galaxy deals around, going all the way back to the Galaxy S8 . Whether you’re on the hunt for the most premium devices, the more budget-friendly A series, or the still-powerful Galaxy S10 family, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve picked out our favorite Note deals to kick-off, but it’s also worth noting that the Samsung Galaxy A71 is down to $444.95 ( $155 off ) right now — its lowest ever price on Amazon. Featured deal 1: Get the Note 10 Plus for just $649.99 Credit: Ebay We’ll keep this brief since this deal on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus is selling quickly. It’s available for just $649.99  ( $450 off ) from a reputable Ebay seller, wh...