Amazon Fire TV Sticks and Google Chromecast update available now, but avalanche of new gadgets starts Oct. 5 with Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Nest Audio.
Author: Jefferson Graham, USA TODAY
Tracking coronavirus: Are Apple and Google contact tracing apps available in your state?
The contact tracing apps are built into Apple iOS and Google’s Android operating system, but need to be turned on in Settings. Here’s how they work.
Why Chromecast is the most interesting of Google’s new products
Google Chromecast can now compete more effectively with Amazon Fire TV Stick and Roku streaming devices for an audience spending more time at home
Google introduces new phones, Google TV, smart speaker and Chromecast
Google’s new phones probably won’t make a dent in sales, as the Pixels have historically been sales laggards, but it will make them more competitive.
Google expected to launch new Pixel phones, Chromecast and smart speakers at event
Google’s Pixel phones have never sold well, but are considered state-of-the-art Android showcases to push makers to offer the latest and greatest.
Microsoft: Ransomware is fastest growing scam attempt
Best cure for ransomware: stronger passwords and two factor authentication, which makes it harder for cybercriminals to invade, says Microsoft
You don’t need to spend $1,000 on a phone. Here’s how to get a smartphone for under $300.
What to look for in a budget phone: As much power as you can afford, the ability to add extra storage and a decent battery.
Why a dedicated Zoom device makes sense
Facebook’s Portal or Amazon’s new Echo Show 10 will get you closer to having more Zoom in your life. But you won’t have to tie up laptop anymore.
How to bring Zoom to your TV (coming soon) with Alexa
What you’ll need to bring Zoom to the TV: An Amazon Fire TV Cube, webcam and HDMI cable.
Amazon announced Ring’s new indoor security drone: How will Always Home Cam work?
Before you start automatically flying, you have to set up the Ring Home Away flying drone with an app, to set up the mapping.