Huawei’s slow untethering of itself from a reliance on Google, and specifically on Google’s Android mobile operating system, is sort of underway now — “sort of” being the key phrase since it’s still not clear if Huawei will stay cut off from Google indefinitely. But that’s also why the company has gone ahead and worked up a homegrown OS that it says it can bring to its handsets eventually, if needed, as a replacement for Android.

Meanwhile, after having finally unveiled that OS in recent days, Huawei is apparently about to take another step forward in its great decoupling from Google. Next up is a reveal supposedly coming in October of Huawei’s potential alternative to Google Maps, called Map Kit.

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Huawei reportedly launching its own Google Maps replacement in October originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Aug 2019 at 18:35:03 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Major airlines all over the globe have a serious problem on their hands, and it’s not just the fact that the Boeing 737 Max remains grounded months after a pair of deadly crashes claimed hundreds of lives. Once the defunct planes are once again deemed sky-worthy, airlines will have to convince travelers that it’s okay to climb aboard, and the name “737 Max” is a big red flag for fliers.

Boeing has toyed around with the idea of rebranding the planes, giving them a new designation and hoping that travelers will just put the whole tragic saga behind them, but the company hasn’t made any big moves on that front just yet. In the meantime, some airlines are reportedly considering calling the planes by a different name in order to regain the public’s trust.

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Perhaps you live in a somewhat small home and you want a desktop PC, but you don’t want to have to put a desk somewhere and waste space. Or perhaps you live in a large home but you want a compact desktop that can turn your TV into a full-fledged Windows PC. Well it doesn’t get any more compact than the Intel Compute Stick CS125 Computer, which connects to any open HDMI port on a TV or monitor and instantly transforms it into a computer. You definitely have to check it out!

Intel Compute Stick CS125 Computer Atom x5 Processor and Windows 10 (BOXSTK1AW32SCR): $169.95

Here are the bullet points from the product page:

• 1.44 GHz Intel Atom x5-Z8300 Quad-Core, 2GB of DDR3L RAM
• 32GB of Onboard eMMC Flash Storage
• Intel HD Graphics, HDMI / USB 2.0 / USB 3.0
• Micro-SDXC Memory Card Slot, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0
• Multi-channel Audio, Space-saving Design
• Windows 10

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Turn any television or monitor into a Windows 10 PC with this tiny $170 device originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Aug 2019 at 17:14:34 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Now that Disney owns Fox, and thus has control of the X-Men and Fantastic Four characters once again, it’s only a matter of time before we see those characters join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Sadly, all those legendary comic book creations were left out of the Infinity Saga, but if Avengers: Endgame directors Joe and Anthony Russo were given an opportunity to use the X-Men, they know exactly what they would have done with them.

Before we go any further, I need to clarify two things. First, the X-Men were never going to be featured prominently in Endgame, or any of the MCU movies up to this point. Second, this was nothing more than a fun exercise, and (likely) has nothing to do with the future of the franchise. With that out of the way, let’s move on.

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Here’s what might have happened if the X-Men were in ‘Avengers: Endgame’ originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Aug 2019 at 16:51:09 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Did you miss it earlier this week when we told you that the best smartwatch you’ve never heard of is on sale at its lowest price of 2019? Well if you did, we have good news and bad news. The bad news is that two of the four available colors are now sold out. Bummer! But the good news is that the two most popular color options still remain, and they’re still on sale for $69.99 if you clip the $10 coupon on the Amazon page! The Amazfit Bip Smartwatch by Huami is a fantastic smartwatch that works with both iPhones and Android phones. It features GPS, all-day heart rate tracking, sleep monitoring, notification support, and incredible battery life of up to 30 days per charge. The regular $100 price tag is more than fair, so the $69.99 sale price makes this a can’t-miss deal!

Amazfit Bip Smartwatch by Huami with All-Day Heart Rate and Activity Tracking, Sleep Monitoring…: $69.99

Here are the highlights from the product page:

• Look as Good as You Feel: With a range of colors and options, the Bip is designed to be worn as an extension of your personal style. Weighing only 1.1oz (32g), and with a bright, transflective always-on 1.28″ display, the Bip can be worn all day
• Go the Distance: Use the Amazfit Bip for up to 30 days on a single 2.5-hour charge.
• Don’t Miss a Beat: Optical heart rate monitoring and built-in GPS allow you to accurately track in real-time your steps taken, distance traveled, calories burned, and quality of sleep. Special sport modes (running, treadmill, cycling and walking) give you even more detailed insights into your most frequent activities.
• Be in the Know: The perfect companion to keep you organized and productive all day long. Receive one-way notifications for emails, SMS messages, and incoming phone calls (prompting you to take action on your smartphone), as well as alerts for Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Snap, Slack, weather forecasts, and other mobile apps
• Satisfaction Guaranteed: Buy with confidence. Amazfit offers a 30-day refund policy, and 12-month new replacement warranty. 190mAh Li-Polymer Battery

Amazfit Bip Smartwatch by Huami with All-Day Heart Rate and Activity Tracking, Sleep Monitoring…: $69.99

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It’s not too late to get the smartwatch with crazy 30-day battery life for $69.99 originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Aug 2019 at 16:28:46 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember when the biggest iPhone leaks came from Apple’s supply chain? Well, in an odd turn of events, some of the biggest iPhone leaks over the past few years have come directly from Apple. Case in point: the recent beta of iOS 13 strongly suggests that Apple will unveil its iPhone 11 lineup on Tuesday, September 10. This of course aligns quite well with a previous rumor claiming that Apple’s new iPhone 11 models will hit store shelves on September 20 after going up for preorder on Friday, September 13.

Originally brought to light via iHelp BR, the most recent iOS 13 beta includes some system files with some telling indicators. As evidenced by the below, iOS 13 beta 7 includes a screenshot of an iOS homescreen with the Calendar app showing Tuesday the 10th as the listed date.

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Apple’s new iOS 13 beta software just revealed the iPhone 11’s exact launch date originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Aug 2019 at 16:05:25 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Any Emmys that David Benioff and Dan Weiss collect next month during the 71st annual Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony for their work shepherding HBO’s Game of Thrones into the international blockbuster series it ultimately became will effectively put a bow on this current phase of the showrunners’ careers.

Their next chapter, meanwhile, is about to begin, thanks to their newly signed $250 million deal with Netflix. But it’s a chapter thatmay be much more fraught with risk and uncertainty, despite the global hit that got them here.

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Signing the ‘Game of Thrones’ creators is a very risky bet for Netflix, and here’s why originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Aug 2019 at 15:44:24 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you were impressed when Apple announced that the second-generation AirPods offer 4.5 hours of battery life per charge, you’re not alone. We were too — that’s pretty incredible for earbuds that are so tiny. But you know what’s even more impressive than true wireless earbuds that sound great and offer 4.5 hours of battery life per charge? True wireless earbuds that sound great and offer a whopping 10 hours of battery life per charge! If you’re in the market for new cord-free earbuds, definitely check out the Cleer Ally Wireless Earbuds, which are currently $20 off on Amazon for a limited time.

Cleer Ally Wireless Earbuds, Extended Battery Life Up to 10 Hours, Bluetooth Headphones (Gray): $149.99

Here are the key details from the product page:

• True wireless listening with Bluetooth 5.0
• Industry leading up to 10 hours audio playback
• Included slim recharging case – additional 20 hours of playback
• Touch pad operation for play, pause, answering and ending calls and access to your voice assistant
• In-ear sensors for auto-pause when Ally is removed and auto-playback when Ally is placed back in-ear

Cleer Ally Wireless Earbuds, Extended Battery Life Up to 10 Hours, Bluetooth Headphones (Gray): $149.99

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These new true wireless earbuds have unbelievable 10 hours battery life, and they’re $20 off originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Aug 2019 at 15:21:11 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Conor McGregor, former two-division UFC champion and noted hater of mass transit, “retired” from the sport of MMA back in March of this year. It was the second time he had retired, as well as the second time he had retired via Twitter. Everyone expects him to return to the UFC octagon sooner rather than later, but a new report from TMZ sheds some light on what he’s been up to in the months since his latest retirement.

In April, less than a month after claiming he was done fighting, McGregor was under investigation due to a confrontation he had with a patron of a pub in Dublin, Ireland. At the time, not much was known about what exactly transpired between the MMA superstar and the elderly man he was accused of attacking, but now we have a video that shows the entire sad saga.

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Are you tired of leaving Alexa behind every time you leave your home? Don’t worry because we’ve got the perfect solution for you. Roav Viva by Anker looks like a slightly oversized car charger because, well, it is. You’ll find two USB ports so you can connect any charging cables you want, but that’s not the cool part. This little gadget is actually an Echo Dot for your car, giving you hands-free access to all the features you can use on a normal Echo speaker. It’s awesome, and it’s on sale right now on Amazon for just $20.99!

Roav Viva by Anker, Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger in-Car Navigation, Compatible with And…: $20.99

Here’s the scoop from the product page:

• Alexa Inside: Amazon’s voice service gives you complete voice control in your car. Just say the word to get directions, listen to audiobooks from Audible, shop online, play music, and more over Bluetooth, CarPlay, Android Auto, or an Aux in connection. What You Get: Roav VIVA, Manual, Quick Guide, Happy Card, Skills Cards, 12-month warranty and our friendly customer service. (Please note: Spotify is not supported. )
• High-Speed Charging: Dual charging ports equipped with Anker’s exclusive PowerIQ technology deliver blazing charging speeds to both driver and passenger. Qualcomm Quick Charge not supported.
• Supports Alexa Communication: Calling, Messaging, Drop In, and Announcements — all hands-free.
• Voice Isolation: 2 integrated microphones provide noise cancellation and accurate voice identification.
• Note: Please check the dimensions of the space surrounding your car’s cigarette lighter to see if VIVA will fit before purchasing. If your VIVA cannot be plugged in or has Bluetooth connection issues, return it for a full refund within 30 days of purchasing. Please check the list of unsuitable car models VIVA is incompatible with in the User Guide found in the Technical Specifications section below. If you have other issues, contact us via Live Chat in the app.

Roav Viva by Anker, Alexa-Enabled 2-Port USB Car Charger in-Car Navigation, Compatible with And…: $20.99

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You can still get the Echo Dot for cars for just $21 originally appeared on BGR.com on Thu, 15 Aug 2019 at 14:35:50 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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