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It's turning into a big year of Nintendo hardware. Two years after the Nintendo Switch first released, we now know we're getting a handheld-only Switch Lite console, a renewed Switch model with double the battery life – and now even some new Joy-Con controller colors, for more aesthetic improvements. Nintendo of America announced the new Joy-Cons on Twitter, with Blue/Neon Yellow and Neon Purple/Neon Orange options. They'll cost $79.99 (about £65, AU$115), the same as previous Joy-Con colors, and will be available from October 4, 2019. You can already get Joy-Cons in yellow, but the blue coloring is one we haven't seen before – and commentators on Twitter were quick to point out comparisons to paint-bucket shooter Splatoon's bright color scheme. Sure, you're not getting any technical improvements here, and it's a bit depressing not to see any price reduction on hardware that's a couple of years old now. There are also a lot of reports coming in about controller 'drift', with the Joy-Cons tracking the camera angle slowly off in a random direction despite the thumbstick not being used. But if you're looking for some jazzy new colors to give your current Switch – or battery-enhanced model – a makeover, it's nice to have some options. (Don't forget, though, you can sidestep all these small Joy-Cons with a premium Nintendo Switch Pro controller.) Nintendo Switch vs Switch Lite: which console is better?Or check out the best Switch games you can play right nowhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/jXK_e2yyeUA

Feeling refreshed? Then let the Tour de France commence with a stage 11 sprint south west from Albi to the gastronomic city of Toulouse. To see the sights and the cycling from just about anywhere on Earth, be sure to follow our Tour de France live stream guide for Stage 11. The riders certainly earned their rest after a few solid days of mountainous climbing, but they need to get straight back on the saddle today for some flat sprinting. As the field enters the Pink City, there should be plenty in contention for an exciting sprint finish. Reigning champion Geraint Thomas has really started making a move in recent stages in what's looking like a spirited defence of his title. He and Colombian Egan Bernal - also of Team Ineos - are now loitering well within range of the top spots, while French native Julian Alaphilippe retains the yellow jersey...for now. To make sure that you don't miss a single minute of the action, keep reading our guide. We'll tell you all the best (and FREE) ways to watch Stage 11 with Tour de France live stream options no matter where you are today. Read more: Our full guide to getting a 2019 Tour de France live streamhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg Live stream Tour de France Stage 11 from outside your countryWe have details of all the UK, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand broadcasters further down this guide. Good news in the UK and Australia where it's on free-to-air TV. If you're obsessed by watching Le Tour and refuse to miss a stage - even when you're away on business or on holiday - then you'll be disappointed to see your domestic coverage geo-blocked when you try to stream online from abroad. That's where utilising a VPN (Virtual Private Network ) really helps. It let's you virtually change the ISP of your laptop, tablet or mobile to one that's back in your home country. Thus letting you watch as if you were back there. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream Tour de France Stage 11 FREE in the UKhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch Stage 11 of Le Tour in the USfuboTV $44.99 for the first monthHulu with Live TV $44.99 per monthPlaystation Vue starting at $49.99 per monthDirecTV Now $50 per monthSling TV starting at $15 per monthYouTube TV $49.99 per month- Discover our pick of all the US's best sports streaming sites http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D39crXd3gob7KPsE3LAFUo.jpg Live stream Tour de France stage 11 in Australia for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg Stream Tour de France 2019 Stage 11 live in Canadahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg How to watch Tour de France 2019 in New Zealandhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/5ZpBxNNlr0Y

Turbo VPN is the mobile VPN service with the biggest growth in the second quarter of 2019 (compared to the previous year). In research created by mobile analytics company App Annie exclusively for TechRadar, the free VPN privacy app had the largest absolute year-over-year growth in worldwide downloads in Q2 2019 despite being released only in April 2018. These are the best VPN for NetflixCheckout the best VPN for ChinaHave you tried out the best VPN for Mac?GrowthThis is a measure that takes into account growth relative to overall movement of all apps in the referenced categories across iOS and Android. Turbo VPN is developed by a Singaporean company, Innovative Connecting, which claims to have more than five million users in 137 countries. Despite its website having only one page with a single Gmail address and no support provided (the privacy policy is hosted elsewhere), the app has more than 50 million downloads with almost three million reviews averaging 4.6/5. Our review found out that “it is great as a free service to quickly unblock a site, but doesn't have the features, performance or power for more demanding users”. Importantly though, it can unblock Netflix and has unlimited bandwidth. TurboVPN makes money from adverts and from the in-app products that it sells with the annual plan selling for $35.99. Are there any truly ‘free’ VPNs?http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/-Xsyj899t6M

A UK-led consortium is to trial 5G-powered ‘infotainment’ services in Scotland and South Korea as part of the latest government-funded pilot of next-generation network applications. ‘5G RailNext’, which includes Cisco, Soluis, Ampletime, the University of Strathclyde and Glasgow City Council will see how tourists and commuters can be provided with travel information, streaming and gaming services using Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) applications. Once testing has been complete, the group will expand to the Glasgow Subway and are hoping to work with the London Underground and the New York Subway in the future. Why startups can make UK a '5G leader'What is 5G? Everything you need to know5G: How will businesses benefit?5G RailFirstThe British and Korean governments will each provide £1.2 million in funding, with the UK money coming from the £200m 5G Testbed and Trials Programme. Cisco has already been a beneficiary of the fund, working with the BBC and others as part of a 5G rural connectivity project in Orkney, Shropshire and Somerset. The partnership with South Korea is designed to drive Korean investment in the UK and provide opportunities for British firms in the Asian country. “5G is the future of connectivity and we want the UK to be a world leader,” said Digital Minister Margot James. “This collaboration with South Korea will explore innovative ways to use the technology to deliver content and services on transport networks in Seoul and Glasgow. “I'm delighted that this will create new partnership and business opportunities for UK SMEs, academia and local government." EE and Vodafone have already launched 5G services in the UK, with Three set to go live in August and O2 before the end of 2019. It is hoped that the British startup ecosystem and research network will allow the UK to have significant influence on the development of 5G networks and applications across the world. The best SIM deals for business in 2019 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/O2axeKijzuc

Fujifilm has been steadily adding to its XF and GF lens portfolios in recent months, and leaked images suggest that each optics stable will shortly welcome a new member. Camera-leaking website Nokishita has released a number of images of two new lenses, the Fujinon XF16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR and GF50mm f/3.5 R LM WR. The 10 best mirrorless cameras right nowWhat we want to see in the Fujifilm X-Pro3Read our full Fujifilm X100F reviewBoth lenses have already been included in Fujifilm's lens road maps for the two lines, although little other information has been released up until now. The XF16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR is a zoom lens designed for X-series bodies such as the X-T30 and X-T3. Its name makes a number of things clear, such as a constant f/4 aperture, weather resistance and the presence of optical image stabilization, while the R in the name denotes an aperture ring – something that can be seen in the leaked images below. The images also show a filter thread of 72mm and Super EBC coating, with the latter promising 99.8% optical transmittance and just 0.2% reflection across the visible spectrum. This same coating has already been used across a number of X-series lenses, such as the XF18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS and XF18mm f/2 R. Nokishita goes on to claim that the lens has been constructed from 16 elements across 12 groups, and that it has a minimum focusing distance of 35cm and a magnification of 0.25x. Other specs include a weight of 440g and dimensions of 78.3 x 88.9mm. The second lens is the GF50mm f/3.5 R LM WR, which has been crafted for users of the company's GFX medium format cameras. Right now, that comprises three models: the GFX 50S, GFX 50R and GFX100. Want 100MP images? The Fujifilm GFX 100 isn't your only optionOffering a focal length of around 40mm in 35mm terms, the lens offers weather resistance and an aperture ring, together with a linear focusing motor on the inside. The only other specs that are obvious right now is a filter thread of 62mm. There's no official word on any of this from Fujifilm just yet, but Nokishita claims the XF16-80mm F4 R OIS WR will be on sale for $799.99 (around £645 / AU$1,140) while the GF50mm f/3.5 will be priced at around ¥134,460 (approx. $1,242 / £1,000 / AU$1,770). We'll update this once Fujifilm makes everything official. Best cheap camera 2019: 12 budget cameras to suit all abilities http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/q2wCGxwPeLM

Vodafone has extended its 5G network in the UK just two weeks after its July 3 launch, rolling out the service to eight more towns and cities. The lucky locations are Birkenhead, Bolton, Gatwick, Lancaster, Newbury, Plymouth, Stoke-on-Trent and Wolverhampton, and takes Vodafone's 5G coverage up to 15 places around the country. The network has already committed to bringing its 5G network to 19 locations by the end of the year, but it's set to exceed this number as Bolton and Lancaster weren't included the the initial list of 19. Vodafone goes unlimited with 5G SIM only deals from £23/pmThese are the 5G phones available right nowCheck out our best 5G phone dealsTechRadar asked Vodafone whether it expects to launch 5G in more than 19 places this year, and a spokesperson told us: "Our 19 towns and cities still stand however where the opportunity presents itself we will look to put in 5G to other places. "Bolton and Lancaster are two such examples. They were not on the original list of 19. Customers will start to see 5G in these places and we will increase coverage over time." Currently Vodafone offers just two handsets capable of using its 5G network, with the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G the pricier of the two, coming in above the slightly more affordable Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 5G. More 5G roaming optionsAlong with the announcement of extending is UK 5G network, Vodafone has also confirmed you'll now be able to roam on 5G in more European locations. You can now access 5G roaming speeds in 55 European towns and cities, bringing the worldwide roaming total to 77. Meanwhile, in the UK, EE has its 5G service in just six cities, and we're still waiting for Three and O2 to launch their 5G networks. 5G in the UK: everything you need to knowhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/WYnYnqrhU5M

Linux Mint 19.2 has been released as a beta, and it comes in three different flavors, each with a different desktop environment as a default. Codenamed ‘Tina’, the new OS will be supported until 2023, and can be downloaded with the Cinnamon, Mate, or Xfce desktop environments depending on your preference. Changes for Mint 19.2 include an improved Update Manager, with a better interface, and touches such as now warning the user when their Mint installation is 90 days from end-of-life. Linux version of Winnti malware foundHere’s our pick of the best Linux desktopsThese are the best rising Linux distrosSoftware Manager has also seen some useful tweaks, which include a loading screen being introduced for when the cache is being refreshed, and there’s improved support for those using low resolution displays. Boot benefitsAnd if you hit boot configuration problems – maybe you’re running Mint alongside Windows in a dual-boot setup – a new Boot Repair feature is able to fix the most frequent problems encountered, which could be pretty nifty. There are various other minor changes, as you would expect, including a load of new wallpapers. Another interesting thing to note is that the Cinnamon version of the OS uses significantly less system memory than before – something in the order of two-thirds of the RAM with the move from Cinnamon 4.0 to 4.2, the developers note. If you want to see the full list of what’s different with Mint 19.2, you can check the release notes here. As ever, remember this is still in beta, so there will likely be some teething issues. You can grab Linux Mint 19.2 from the following links each of which point to the version which carries the mentioned desktop: Cinnamon, Mate, or Xfce. Mint is a popular distro and is a good option for those who are new to the world of Linux, and those switching from Windows or Mac, as we explain in our best Linux distros roundup. We've selected the best Linux laptops of 2019Via Neowin http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/CJIki2E65O8

If you haven't shopped Amazon's Prime Day sale yet, you still have time to snag some stellar deals before the sale ends tonight at midnight PDT. Some of the biggest discounts we've seen have been on Amazon's own devices, like the best-selling Echo Dot. The smart speaker is down to just $22 for Prime Day. That's a 50% discount and the lowest price we've ever seen for the smart speaker. You won't see a price cut like this till Black Friday, so we'd recommend taking advantage now before it's too late. The Echo Dot works with Amazon Alexa to answer questions, make calls, check the weather, and more using just your voice. You can play your favorite tunes from services like Spotify and Amazon Music or listen to audiobooks from Audible. The compact smart speaker can also control other smart home devices to turn on lights, lock doors, adjust the temperature, and more completely hands-free. The standard Dot model is available in Charcoal, Heather Gray or Sandstone so you can match the smart speaker to your home decor. Like we mentioned above, this is the lowest price we've seen for the newest Echo Dot and a perfect opportunity to build your smart home. This discount is exclusively for Prime Members and ends tonight at midnight PDT. The best Prime Day Echo Dot deals:Echo Dot: common questionsIf you're undecided on the Echo Dot or want to learn more about the smart speaker, we've answered some common questions below to help make your buying decision. What is the Echo Dot, and what can it do? The Echo Dot is a compact smart speaker that connects to Wifi to work with Amazon Alexa. You can use your voice to ask Alexa questions, play music, and control other compatible smart home devices. Is there a monthly fee for an Echo Dot? No, there's no monthly fee with the Echo Dot, just the one-time fee for the smart speaker. You'll need an Amazon account to get started, and you'll need to download the Echo app. What's the difference between the Echo and Echo Dot? The most significant difference between the Dot and the Echo is the size and price. The Echo is bigger than the Dot and produces a powerful sound. The Echo is also more expensive, costing $20 / £30 more than the Dot. TechRadar is scouring Amazon and all the major retailers' websites to round up all the top deals on Amazon Prime Day - and we’ve put all the best Prime Day deals in one easy-to-navigate page to help you find the offers that matter to you. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/3DNJOtQ4Eaw

The growing success of podcasts has led major players in the tech industry to finally start considering them as a serious source of revenue, with big brands increasingly offering funding and support to existing producers and original creators. A new report from Bloomberg suggests that Apple intends to fund its own original podcasts and stream them exclusively on its own platform, according to “people familiar with the matter”, in order to compete with the existing market. The report claims that podcasting companies have been approached by Apple executives offering to buy exclusive rights to their series’, although the Cupertino firm’s plan isn’t fully laid out in these communications. Spotify spends over $200 million securing podcasting futureGoogle's new podcast app pours personal recommendations directly into your earsEarlier in 2019, music-streaming giant Spotify spent over $200 million to acquire two successful podcasting companies – including Gimlet Media – in the hope to become “both the premier producer of podcasts and the leading platform for podcast creators”. Recently, Apple discontinued its long-running iTunes music platform in favor of splitting it up into Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Podcasts, signalling a more focused approach to each category. iTunes is dead, long live Apple Music, Apple TV and Apple PodcastsDespite being predominantly responsible for the initial popularity of the category in 2005, when the company officially added the ability to subscribe to podcasts in the iTunes app, Apple hasn’t altered its strategy around the free audio format in any significant way over the past 14 years. Now, more than a quarter of Americans listen to podcasts at least once a month, and even if they currently use Apple's Podcasts app, none of that audience pays anything to the company – or even encounters any advertising from the tech giant. While there’s currently no official word from Apple on its exact plan for exclusive podcasts – or even if there is one – it seems like a sensible move for a company that has, perhaps unwittingly, found itself with a large amount of influence over the format. Spotify's Daily Drive mixes music, news and podcasts in a personalized playlisthttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/NGAxTJDefrM

With Qualcomm having revealed its new gaming-centric Snapdragon 855 Plus chipset overnight, which is officially set to debut with the release of Asus ROG Phone 2 next week, Samsung fans may have been hoping that the updated processor might find its way into the upcoming Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10 Plus. Unfortunately, that probably won't happen, as according to 9to5Google (via Dutch site WinFuture), the US version of Samsung's upcoming productivity-focused flagship will stick with the standard Snapdragon 855 system-on-a-chip (SoC) – the part that's currently powering the company's Galaxy S10 range. Whoops: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 gets revealed in full thanks to FCC slip-upSamsung Galaxy Note 10 render gives early look at the phone and stylusSamsung Galaxy Note 10 cases suggest there won’t be a headphone portWhile that may be disappointing to hear for North American Note fans, as with other Galaxy handsets the international version of the Note 10 will reportedly use Samsung's own Exynos SoC – and specifically a brand new Exynos 9825 model. The as-yet-unannounced SoC is expected to be an upgrade from the 8-nanometer (nm) Exynos 9820 chipset, which is featured in the international Galaxy S10, and there's a chance it will be built with Samsung's 7nm process, which would allow the Exynos 9825 to offer more energy efficiency, and would put the Korean-made SoC more in line with the US models' Snapdragon 855 SoC in terms of power. Of course, we won't know this for sure until Samsung officially reveals its highly-anticipated Note 10 range at the handset's launch, which has been confirmed for August 7 in New York. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 likely will have physical buttons after allhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/j8sQJd7QakU

After the launch of DJI’s Ronin-S gimbal at CES 2018, it became a must-have accessory for the serious videographer. But, if you’ve ever used one you’ll know that it’s heavy, making it uncomfortable to use through a full day’s worth of filming. However, DJI seems to have heard users’ concerns and has ‘accepted the challenge’ of making a professional gimbal that’s lightweight and “smarter” to use. A sneak-peek video posted to DJI’s official Twitter account says we’ll be seeing the new gimbal sooner than we thought, with the launch taking place at the Challenge Accepted event on July 17. Read more: DJI Osmo Pocket reviewThe featherweight contenderWe don’t know much about the upcoming gimbal, except that FCC filings from July 15 carry the name Ronin-SC/Ronin-S Command. Paperwork for a focus wheel, a new Ronin-SC camera grip, an updated focus motor and a wall adapter were also filed. The teaser video doesn’t give too much away either. All we can tell is that the upcoming gimbal will be of a similar design to the original Ronin-S, but in a more lightweight and compact setup that makes for better ergonomics. With competition strong from the likes of Zhiyun’s Weebill Lab, DJI needed to refresh the Ronin range to match usability. So here’s hoping we get to see a superbly refreshed stabilizer. The launch is expected to take place at 9am EST on July 17 (1pm GMT / 11pm AEST) and we’ll bring you the news as soon as it happens. [via DroneDJ] The A to Z of photography: gimbalshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/ksK0dmF3gvY

While Amazon is wrapping up its 48-hour Prime Day event, Walmart's 'The Big Save' sale is still going strong. The retail giant is trying to compete with Amazon by launching its sale a day earlier and extending the end date to Wednesday. Walmart also has a leg up on Amazon by offering their deals to everyone – you don't need to be a member or have a subscription. You also get free shipping on all orders over $35. The deals aren't bad either, with massive savings on everything from 4K TVs and laptops to kitchen appliances and vacuums. You'll also find discounts on Google smart home devices, which aren't available on Amazon. See our roundup below of the best Walmart deals that are still available. Keep in mind these offers end tomorrow, so you should take advantage of these rare sales while you can. See all deals in the Walmart Big SaveWalmart has a lot of stuff on offer right now, with a wide range of devices and categories to really stick it to Amazon on Prime Day. We've had a look through, and these are the ones we're most interested in – check out the top choices: TechRadar is scouring the site rounding up all the top deals on Amazon Prime Day - and we’ve put all the best Prime Day deals in one simple-to-use place to help you find the offers that will really matter to you. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/5rQsE0Zeagc

Cheap Xbox One controller prices aren't too easy to find. That's because retailers rarely lower the price of Xbox controller deals, leaving shoppers to pay full price most of the time. You'll find this is the case no matter where you shop - the Xbox One controller price stays steady, unless Microsoft decides it's discounting the controllers, usually for a very limited time around the big sales events. So fingers crossed for Amazon Prime Day. You can, however, find competitive prices online, and that's where we come in. We're here to help you find the best prices on Xbox One controllers. Here’s the thing: console deals are awesome, and often come loaded with huge savings, but unless you buy a bundle that specifically packs in a second controller, your Xbox One will only arrive alongside one. Why is that the case? The main reason is that it’s cheaper that way, yet it still makes it seem like the manufacturer is cutting you some kind of deal. But just because you’re getting shorted a controller doesn’t mean you should go without a second one - how else would you ever play a local multiplayer game without one? For that reason a second controller is a crucial pick-up. So let's see what Xbox One deals are out there. The cheapest Xbox One controller priceshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GqDgnCDZui28TtyVGrrH3S.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4xLsrY94PpRi4fbWNmfhn4.jpg Xbox One controllers in all colors of the rainbow! While black and white are the most popular choices for extra gamepads, they're not the only options. In fact, if you really want to add a splash of color to your console, there are plenty of neat controller color schemes to do just that. We've listed them below for your perusing convenience. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/m78ZoQsmhJaEFp6LuUYJqH.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zdcHyzNFPsaaBeaHGuVLfT.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ehFAax7DtGpXpFwdhgVKJe.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LTT86kWS7tBSdSD9HeE987.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/tOG7lojAag8

Right as Samsung released its Samsung Galaxy S10 flagship phone series, the company also launched its AirPods-rivaling true wireless headphones: the Samsung Galaxy Buds. The Samsung Galaxy earbuds are stylish little aural experiences fine-tuned for Android and iOS phones, so we've put together a list of the best prices and sales from several retailers below -along with deals during Amazon Prime Day. The Samsung Galaxy Buds come in a small compact case that doubles as a charging capsule. On a full charge, the buds last an impressive six hours of playtime, and refilling them in the charging case adds up to seven hours. The Galaxy Buds are lightweight, compact, and come with three adjustable ear tip and wingtip sizes so you can find a size that's right for you. The water-resistant earbuds have touch controls so you can turn up the volume, skip songs and more by tapping either 'bud. You can also control the Galaxy Buds from the compatible Samsung Wearable app (Android-only) which offers a "Find My Earbuds" feature if you ever misplace them. The Samsung earbuds deliver quality audio by AKG for powerful bass and a balanced range of sound. You can also control how much surrounding noise you want with the Ambient Aware feature. This lets you customize what you want to hear while still blocking out background noise. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/v2wkh7oHh3wrYwjzZZeBnY.jpg Samsung Galaxy Buds Amazon Prime Day dealsSamsung Galaxy Buds prices and salesThe Samsung Galaxy Buds currently retail for $129 (£139 / AU$249) which is actually cheaper than Samsung's previous truly wireless headphones, the Gear IconX ($149.99 / £157). The only features that the Galaxy Buds lack when compared to the Gear IconX are the ability to load your music to the earbuds, increased water-resistance and audio coaching for exercises. The Samsung earbuds are also cheaper than Apple's Airpods ($159/£159) which makes the Galaxy Buds one of the most affordable high-end wireless earbuds on the market. You'll find all of the prices below from several different retailers so you can find the best deal that's currently available. You can learn more about the Samsung earbuds with our Samsung Galaxy Buds review. You can also shop more of the best cheap wireless headphone deals and sales that are currently going on. If you're interested in Samsung's newest phone you can find the best Samsung Galaxy S10 prices and deals and you can also shop the best Samsung Galaxy Watch Active prices and deals. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/aKvpkHqn6B0

As we head into the final day of Amazon Prime Day, there are still massive savings to be found on TVs, appliances, tablets, and more. There are also killer deals on Amazon's own device, like the popular Fire TV stick. The streaming player is down to just $14.99, which is the lowest price we've seen for the Amazon device. Prime members can also get the 4K Fire TV Stick on sale for $24.99, which is also the lowest price we've seen for the 4K streaming device. UK readers can get the Fire TV stick on sale for £19.99, and the 4K version is a mere £24.99 - both of those are the best prices yet and should be pounced on immediately if you want to get stuck into a new Prime Video membership. The Fire TV Stick turns your television into a smart TV so you can stream your favorite movies and TV shows from sites like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Video, and more. Just plug the stick into your TV, connect to the internet, and enjoy tens of thousands of channels and apps. The streaming stick also works with Amazon Alexa so you can use your voice to browse programs and control other smart home devices. See the Fire TV deals below and keep in mind this stellar offer will end tonight at midnight PDT. If you're in the UK, you can also scroll down to see Fire TV deals in your region. The best Prime Day Fire Stick deals (USA):The best Prime Day Fire TV Stick deals (UK):Fire TV stick: common questionsIf you're not sure if you should buy a Fire TV stick or want to learn more about the streaming device, we've listed some common questions below to help make your buying decision. How does the Fire TV Stick work? You simply plug the Fire TV stick into your HDTVs HDMI port and you can either power it with the outlet plug provided, or you might find you r TV's USB port can provide enough power instead. Connect to the internet via Wi-Fi and once online, you'll be walked through the setup process and you can log in to your existing Amazon account. The Bluetooth remote can help you navigate menus, and the built-in Alexa allows you to use your voice instead if you wish. Is there a monthly fee for the Fire Stick? There's no monthly fee with the Fire TV stick, just the one time cost for the streaming device. There are paid services, like Netflix and Hulu, that require monthly expenses to get you access to thousands of movies and TV shows. Amazon Instant Video's content is a free park of Prime Membership. What channels come with the Fire Stick? You can watch live TV with services like Sling and PlayStation Vue or stick to movies and TV shows with subscription services like Amazon Video and Netflix. The best part about a Fire TV is that you'll only pay for channels and services that you want. TechRadar is scouring the site rounding up all the top deals on Amazon Prime Day - and we’ve put all the best Prime Day deals in one simple-to-use place to help you find the offers that will really matter to you. You can find more UK deals with our roundup of the best Amazon Prime Day deals happening now. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/it4j4r8XjvY

The UK was targeted by a large number of significant cyber-threats last year, according to new government figures. A wide-ranging phishing campaign that used spoof emails from a major UK airport to try and steal customer details was revealed as one of the biggest threats blocked by GCHQ's National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) last year. The specific airport targeted has not been named, but the criminals used fake gov.uk emails to try and target victims, sending out 200,000 emails claiming that recipients would receive a payout upon paying a small deposit. Major cyberattack could hit the UK soon, warns NCSCBest disaster recovery services of 2019Netflix users hit by phishing scamScamsThe news was revealed in the NCSC's Active Cyber Defence report - the second such time it has released such findings. Overall, the NCSC disclosed said it had stopped 140,000 separate phishing attacks in 2018, as well as taking down 190,000 fraudulent sites - nearly two-thirds (64 percent) of which were offline within 24 hours of being detected. Many fraudulent email campaigns took the form of HMRC communications, spoofing official messages from the organisation to offer tax returns if victims provide details of their bank account. The NCSC also noted a number of other major campaigns it helped shut down, including a primary school being involved in the spread of a large-scale malware infection because its anti-virus system was not working, and an unnamed public sector organisation that deals with sensitive information getting breached because its employees had downloaded unauthorised software. “Organisations are specifically at risk (of attack), with their valuable data ensuring there is a target firmly placed on their back at all times," said David Mount, Director, Europe at Cofense. "Yet, while software and firewalls have been put in place, technology is not enough to keep out the phishing threats." “As important as technology is in the fight against those with malicious intent, it should be allied with employee awareness and education to keep businesses secure. By deploying their most adaptable and intelligent resource – employees – businesses can build a risk-aware culture and stand strong in the fight against threat actors." "By combining real time intelligence from security-aware humans, with leading-edge technology, organisations can identify both vulnerabilities and active attacks in progress more quickly with fewer resources, leading to a more successful outcome.” Via BBCThe best antivirus software 2019http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/ymYBmzixr0k

Three is starting to migrate customers to a brand-new cloud-based core network ahead of the launch of its 5G service in August. The core network has been tested with more than 3,500 staff since February and is now ready to handle commercial traffic. 4G customers will also be moved onto the new core, meaning all users will benefit. The infrastructure, delivered by Nokia, is a key component of Three’s £2 billion 5G investment programme, which also includes new equipment, spectrum and an IT transformation. Three CEO: Capacity not speed is benefit of 5GThree bigs up 5G FWAWhat is 5G? Everything you need to knowThree 5G core5G networks will deliver improved speeds, greater capacity, and ultra-low latency that will enable a raft of new consumer and business applications. Three’s new core network will make it easier and quicker to rollout new services, while also improving the cost-effectiveness of its infrastructure. To improve latency even further, Three has moved away from using just three data centres in London and the Midlands to 21 dotted around the country. This means that data processing in the core is performed closer to the point of collection. All data centres have also been connected to fibre to reduce the time it takes to send data between mast and core. All of Three’s mobile sites have been connected to the core since December. Three says the combination of the core network and its significant spectrum holdings will allow it to deliver enhanced capacity for customers and the UK’s fastest 5G speeds. “UK consumers have an insatiable appetite for data as well as an expectation of high reliability. We are well positioned to deliver both as we prepare for the launch of the UK’s fastest 5G network,” said Three CEO Dave Dyson. Three sees 5G as its opportunity to transform from the UK’s smallest mobile operator into the market leader thanks to its significant spectrum holdings boosted by auction victories and the acquisition of UK Broadband (which operates the Relish Fixed Wireless Access broadband service). In addition to a 5G FWA, Three will launch 5G mobile services in 25 towns and cities before the end of the year. Here are the best Three mobile phone deals for July 2019http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/vIdJDH88a5w

The next wave of Amazon Prime Day deals are live in the US mean you can save hundreds of dollars on just about everything Amazon sells – at least until midnight Pacific time tonight. You don't have nearly as much time to act now that we're into Day 2 of Prime Day deals. But, good news, our deals experts are here to help you sort the best deals. One of the big pieces of news on Prime Tuesday was a stellar MacBook Lightning deal - where the usually-$930 MacBook Air (2017) was reduced to just $699... but it lasted less than an hour. (If you want information on all the Lightning deals, we've got a Lightning Day deals live blog running now, which is a great place to see the great stuff available for short times). The best-selling deal we've had on the site is - unsurprisingly - to Amazon's own devices. The Echo Dot's $22 price tag has been a big winner for many, but it's the Fire Stick that's currently the most popular - it's actually been off sale, but is now listed as being back in stock (with $45 of SlingTV credit too). Grab one of the best Amazon Prime Day deals: Fire TV Stick for just $14.99 If you're just looking for the best deals though, that's why we're here. We've been trawling through Amazon and the surrounding retailers to see what's on offer - and there have been some rather stellar deals, and we're letting you know the price pre-deal so you're know this is a true Amazon Prime Day deal. The good news for deals hunters is you're still going to be able to claim price slashed 4KTV deals, cheap laptops, affordable headphones, Nintendo Switch bundles and even Apple AirPods and iPads on sale. It's also the last day before Black Friday to save a lot of money on Amazon devices, like Echo speakers, Fire TV Sticks and Fire Tablets. Simply put, CEO Jeff Bezos has found a way to corner the smart home market, and deals days like this help a lot. Here are the best Amazon Prime Day deals we've found today, with new ones getting added every few minutes, as we're updating this page live. We have all of the Amazon Prime Day deals rounded up here: US: You're on the correct page now – scroll down, friend UK: Here's the best Amazon Prime deals in the UK AU: The list of the Amazon Prime deals down under Amazon, of course, makes almost all of its own devices the stars of Amazon Prime Day, and that's been no different in 2019. This applies to everything from Echo smart speakers (including the newer Echo Show models), Fire TV Sticks, Fire Tablets and Kindles. Not everything on sale belongs in the purely tech - Amazon Prime Day is the perfect time to get those essentials you need every month, or save some cash on important things for a summer trip coming up... we've got the best rounded up below. There are a bunch of cheap laptops on sale as Prime Day deals, including the Surface Laptop. The cheapest prices, however, revolve around Google Chromebooks. That's going to be important if you're shopping during Amazon Prime Day for Back to School deals. Apple AirPods lead this category, with a rare price drop, even on the new wirelessly charging version of the true wireless earbuds. Noise-canceling headphones, gaming headphones and Bluetooth speakers are also on sale. Smartphones deals are hard to come by, but Samsung came out in full force with Galaxy phone deals applying to both this year and last year's Android phones. Looking for deals on the Note 9, S9 or even the new S10 series? Prime Day deals have you covered. How about a tablet? Everyone wants an iPad these days. Good news, it's on sale during Amazon Prime Day (while it remains in stock, of course). This applies to the latest entry-level iPad and the prior iPad Pro with a 10.5-inch display. Amazon Prime Day has become one of the best ways to build our your smart home, and at the heart of it all is Alexa, the company's voice assistant. It's found in a lot of devices nowadays and connects to Ring video doorbells, robot vacuums and even electric toothbrushes and instant pots. If you don't have a 4K TV yet, Amazon Prime Day represents your best shot as getting one for a cheap price. You could pay under $200 for a 43-inch 4K TV with HDR, for example - that's perfect for a second room. Apple Watch and Fitbit rule the wearables deals on Amazon Prime Day, with a mix of smartwatches and state-of-the-art fitness trackers. But we also really like the Samsung Galaxy Watch (our top pick for smartwatches) if you have an Android phone. Computing deals is a bit of a misnomer - it's a catch-all category for everything computing. It's a lot of hard drives, SSDs, Wi-Fi routers, keyboards and other accessories. Cameras are consistently on sale every Prime Day, and this means you can finally save some money on GoPro, DSLRs, mirrorless cameras. Lenses are also on sale from each of the big-name camera makers. Both games and consoles are on sale for Amazon Prime Day. We also spotlight some controller deals, just in case you want to go in on local multiplayer like the old days (and don't want to pay current exorbitant controller prices). More coming from Amazon Prime DayThe majority of the major Amazon Prime Day deals have launched, so what you see if what we feel have a great discount and is worth buying, plan and simple. The best advice is to buy right away while things are in stock. Amazon Prime Day tends to be the one during the summer in the US when items sells out quickly. Amazon CEO has designed Prime Day to be this way. We'll continue to update this Prime Day deals page as new items come up for sale. That's why we're locked in for the next 24 hours, just in case more prices drop. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/muVd_M6_gSo

Sony has finally lifted the lid on what it's been teasing over the past few days, confirming that a new Sony A7R Mark IV will join its full-frame camera stable. The A7R IV is the latest arrival in the company's hugely popular A7 line of mirrorless cameras, and follows the A7R III released in 2017. And with a new back-illuminated 61MP sensor at its heart, resolution is once again very much the focus here. This pixel count is a significant step up from the 42.4MP A7R Mark III, and ahead of the 47.3MP Panasonic S1R, which has, up until now, offered the highest sensor resolution on a full-frame mirrorless camera. The sensor can also be used on an APS-C crop mode, outputting images at 26MP, while it promises 15 stops of dynamic range. Mirrorless vs DSLR: what you need to knowRead our in-depth Sony A7 III reviewHere's everything we know so far about the Sony A7S IIIAs we would expect, the A7R Mark IV arrives with five-axis image stabilization built in, and this can work in partnership with the equivalent system inside E-mount lenses. 567 phase-detect AF points, meanwhile, cover 76% of the frame, and the system supports Real Time tracking for humans and animals, both in stills and videos. A number of other popular Sony features make the cut, such as the AF joystick around the back of the camera and the popular EyeAF feature, which identifies a subject's eyes – here even when shooting videos, a first for Sony. Other key features include 4K video recording, which is captured from oversampled 6K footage, with S-Log2/3 and support for HLG video. The camera also shoots at up to 10fps at full resolution, with autofocus and autoexposure working throughout. That's the same as the A7R III, although it's impressive considering the added pixel count. The camera's EVF packs 5.76 million dots – significantly higher than the 3.69 million dots of the A7R III – while the LCD below this responds to touch, and can be tilted up and down to facilitate high- and low-level shooting. Sony also promises upgraded dust and moisture resistance for the body, together with an enhanced Multi Interface hotshoe and updated wireless connectivity options. The camera also mirrors the A7R III in offering twin card slots around its side, both for SD-type media and both supporting UHS-II cards. As with recent A7 models, the camera arrives with a Z-series battery, although it's also launched along with a new VG-C4EM battery grip that will be compatible with the camera. The camera will be available in September priced at $3,500 in the US, while the grip will cost $400. In Australia, the A7R IV will arrive on shelves at the end of August with a price tag of AU$5,699. Australian pricing for the grip, however, hasn't yet been revealed. We also have no word yet on UK pricing and availability, but we'll update this article as soon as we know more. Best camera 2019: 10 of the best cameras you can buy right now http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/YSKKkKGY5IA

Facebook is set to face further scrutiny on its ambitions to launch a cryptocurrency after "very serious concerns" were raised by senior US government members. The company is set to be questioned by the US Senate Banking Committee over its Libra cryptocurrency as the government looks to clarify its stance on the technology. Head of Messenger and Vice President of Messaging Products at Facebook David Marcus will take to the stand to face questioning from government officials on the company's plans. Facebook is set to launch both Libra and its Calibra digital wallet next year, but has been tight-lipped on what form both offerings will actually take. It has said it won't launch Libra until all of the regulatory issues are addressed. What is blockchain? Everything you need to knowCoinbase launches cryptocurrency debit cardOpera builds cryptocurrency wallet into browserLibra hearingTreasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin told a press conference today said the Treasury Department has "very serious concerns" that Libra could be used by money launderers, terrorist financiers and other criminals. This follows the department seeing other leading cryptocurrencies abused to fund a wide range of illegal activities around the world, and fears that this may grow if Facebook launches a new offering on its global platform. Despite this, Mnuchin added that the US "welcomes responsible innovation, including new technologies that may improve the efficiency of the financial system and expand access to financial services." "With respect to Facebook's Libra and other developments in cryptocurrencies, our overriding goal is to maintain the integrity of our financial system and protect it from abuse," Mnuchin said. The news came days after President Trump tweeted his opposition to cryptocurrencies in general, noting that he was "not a fan" as they were "not money" and "highly volatile and based on thin air." Best laptops for mining 2019: top notebooks for mining cryptocurrencieshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/N08iy_MMkE0

The UK’s is the world’s biggest target for phone scams, with 15 per cent of the world’s fraudulent telecoms traffic directed at British numbers, new research has found. BICS, a subsidiary of Belgian telco Proximus, says its FraudGuard platform analyses traffic from more than 900 communications providers around the world and found the UK was the only G20 country in the top ten, with 25 million scam calls during 2018. It added that the number of global call attempts increased by two per cent last year, with telecoms fraud causing losses in excess of $30 billion worldwide. Ofcom considers phone number futureOfcom looks at Blockchain for phone numbersYou can call 0800 numbers for free on mobileTelecom scams“The results … illustrate what a persistent – and damaging – threat telecoms fraud is to the industry, whilst continuing to prop up serious organised crime,” said Katia Gonzalez, Head of Fraud Prevention. “Eradicating telecoms fraud is an ongoing battle, and one which will only be successfully waged with industry-wide collaboration. Sharing information and knowledge will allow the sector to take a proactive approach to minimising fraud, protecting subscribers in the UK, and globally.” One of the reasons cited for the UK’s popularity as a target is the regulation of phone numbers. BICS says the ease at which anyone can purchase an ‘07’ number – reserved for mobile phones – combined with the higher mobile termination rates makes it difficult for operators to differentiate regular numbers and scam ones. This exposes end user to the possibility of connecting to a premium rate phone number inadvertently. “The UK is a long-suffering target of telecoms fraud, both in terms of its phone numbers being used to collect fraudulent traffic and its subscribers being targeted,” added Gonazalez. Here are the best mobile phone deals for July 2019 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/Nsp9WjldciI

The deals have rolled in for Amazon Prime Day, and they include savings on several Fitbit fitness trackers and smartwatches. Get $30 off four different picks: both the Fitbit Charge 3 regular and special editions, and both the standard Fitbit Versa smartwatch and its special edition. The Fitbit Charge 3 is an essentialist fitness tracker, packing multiple exercise modes and round-the-clock heart rate monitoring with up to a full week of battery life. It doesn’t have GPS tracking, but it is water and swim-resistant up to 50 meters. The tracker comes in either a graphite body color with black rubberized band, or rose gold body with a blue-gray band. The Fitbit Charge 3 special edition costs a bit more, but the Lavender color swaps out the standard version’s rubber wristband for a higher-quality woven band. The other option is for a graphite body color matched with a stylishly perforated white silicone band. The Fitbit Versa is the wearable company’s stab at an affordable fitness smartwatch, with local storage for music, exercise modes, app and smartphone support. You can get it in black, silver watch body with grey band, or rose body with a peach band. The Fitbit Versa special edition adds an NFC chip to enable mobile purchases. It’s also got a textured fabric band, either in black or lavender colors. TechRadar is scouring Amazon and all the major retailers' websites rounding up all the top deals on Amazon Prime Day - and we’ve put all the best Prime Day deals in one simple-to-use place to help you find the offers that will really matter to you.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/7I5cpR4dIh4

Dell's alternative to Amazon Prime Day 2019, the Black Friday in July event has more "Mega Deals" in store for us today, July 16, with some epic savings to be had. Excitingly, yesterday's best deal – a £500 saving on the new Dell XPS 13 (our pick for the best laptop) – is still live, so if you missed out yesterday, then you've still got a chance to snap up this ridiculous deal. Every day this week will bring new deals – and we'll post the best ones so you can quickly and easily snap up the bargains before they sell out. With each deal only lasting a day, you'll want to act fast – especially considering the prices on offer. Here's our pick of the best Dell Black Friday in July Mega Deals for July 16: These deals end 11:59 tonight, July 16. While Dell will be lining up more deals for July 17 (and the rest of the week), if you see a deal you like, it's worth snapping up quickly. Check out the best Dell laptopshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/hh1F6grP1Yg

Update: In the US, you can get a total of $30 off the premium AirPods with a wireless charging case. We'll tell you how in our updated news story. UK prices are also below. Confession: I bought the Apple AirPods 2019 on Amazon Prime Day, even though I technically don't need them. After all, I have the original AirPods from late 2017. There are several reasons I made the purchase today after much pondering. Sure, it has new features like touchless 'Hey Siri' and wireless charging. But the perks that swayed me to upgrade are all minor in comparison. Here are the three reasons I bought new AirPods and how much I paid for them during Prime Day 2019. 1. AirPods on sale today for Amazon Prime DayI've been waiting for Amazon Prime Day 2019 to roll around to buy a lot of things. I mean I've been rationing supplies like trash bags, laundry detergent, and even heavy duty sponges – all on sale and finally bought today. I need new sunglasses, but I didn't get them until today either. I've saved $50 on supplies in the end. This same purposely procrastination applied to 'AirPods 2' with wireless charging. I didn't need them right away, so paying $30 less for the version with wireless charging 16 weeks after they first launched made a lot of sense to me. Here's how much they cost on sale for in the US and UK. Note in the US: I saved an extra $9.01 by choosing No-Rush Shipping option. Amazon may be doing this for two reasons: AirPods are going to be very popular today and everyone from Amazon employees and UPS drivers are going to overloaded shipping everything else sold over the course of the next two days. It gives them a reprieve from getting a popular item out to you. To Amazon, that must be worth $9.01. The upgraded AirPods 2019, without wireless charging, are also on sale today, too. They contain the touchless 'Hey Siri' feature and slightly longer battery life. 2. I'm selling my old AirPods while they have valueIf I'm going to sell my AirPods, it has to be in 2019 to be worth anything of value. In time, the battery life will fail and audio volume will diminish. It's good enough for someone else to enjoy for another year or two (probably a family member since I wouldn't want to overcharge a stranger for something that has finite life). I'm a big believer in getting rid of old tech to fund the purchase of new gadgets. It's how to funded the purchase of the iPhone XS Max, Apple Watch 3 and MacBook Pro. Advice: Get rid of things while they still have value attached to them. 3. Refreshed battery life is the key reasonMy current AirPods from 2017 still last roughly four hours between charges, which is still impressive, in my opinion. It's longer than other people I've talked to who have told me about battery life issues. Having a refreshed battery life that goes a full five hours between charges will give me exactly what I need on longer cross-country flights. Someone in my family will find four hours, and eventually three hours, just fine for their purposes. Other smaller reasons I bought AirPodsI've been using wireless charging more ever since the iPhone 8 launched with the feature. It's nice to just drop it on a Qi charging mat and forget about it without having to plug a Lighting cables into the AirPods case.I don't expect the official 'AirPods 2' to launch next year – at best. So now is the right time to get the AirPods 2nd gen. During their first big sale, but not right up against the release date of the AirPods 2.I imagine finding the 'Hey Siri' feature useful in New York City. The mic on AirPods picks up speech better than other true wireless headphones I've tested. And I'm always carrying things in my hands. Asking to Siri to play a specific song hands-free while walking the NYC streets is going to be a bit, how Apple says, magical.http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/f5EFOnOLctI

Walmart is trying very hard to rival Amazon in the eCommerce space. The retail giant has fallen a long way behind when it comes to acquiring an online customer base and it's now making a big play to turn that trend around. It's a bit of an odd situation, it has to be said. Instead of coming up with a good name to rival Amazon's Prime Day sales, Walmart has instead decided to call its promotion "The Big Save". Yawn. But while the name isn't very original, there are actually plenty of pretty great deals available today. And what's more all the Walmart deals are available to everyone - you don't need to be a member or have a subscription. And you get free shipping on all orders over $35. So take a look at our roundup of the best Walmart deals in its big summer sale to help you find out what the big options really are. See all deals in the Walmart Big SaveWalmart has a lot of stuff on offer right now, with a wide range of devices and categories to really stick it to Amazon on Prime Day. We've had a look through and these are the ones that we're the most interested in - check out the top choices: TechRadar is scouring the site rounding up all the top deals on Amazon Prime Day - and we’ve put all the best Prime Day deals in one simple-to-use place to help you find the offers that will really matter to you. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/KAxu8FDL-NE