New on Netflix this week: Living with Yourself: Season 1, The Laundromat, Arrow: Season 7 + more

New on Netflix this week: Living with Yourself: Season 1, The Laundromat, Arrow: Season 7 + more

With so many TV shows and movies arriving on Netflix in Australia each week, it can be hard to keep track of the service’s many new additions as they arrive.To help you find what’s really new, we’ll be publishing weekly updates that succinctly list all the new shows and films arriving on Netflix Australia, while also highlighting the week’s biggest and most important releases, offering brief rundowns of the best shows and movies for this week.So without further ado, here’s what’s new on Netflix for the week of October 7 to October 13, 2019. As you can see, it’s fairly light in terms of new content this week, but there are still a few great options available.For a complete list of everything that’s coming to the service for the whole month, check out our guide to what’s new on Netflix Australia in October 2019.
The best VPN for Netflix 2019This week’s highlights
Living with Yourself: Season 1 (18/10/2019)
Proving that two Paul Rudds are better than one, Living with Yourself is an existential comedy with a mind-bending premise that’s right out of a Rick and Morty episode. Miles (Paul Rudd) is a man who finds himself struggling at life, and decides to do something about it by visiting an intriguing spa which promises to make him a better person. Unfortunately for Miles, that better person has materialised as a separate entity and has taken over his actual life. Funny thing is, everyone prefers this new and improved version. Directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris (Little Miss Sunshine), Living with Yourself is sure to be delightfully quirky and heart-warming in equal measure.

The Laundromat (18/10/2019)
From acclaimed director Steven Soderbergh (Ocean’s Eleven, Magic Mike) comes The Laundromat, a star-stuffed affair that sees a woman named Ellen Martin (Meryl Streep) investigate an insurance fraud that leads back to a Panama City-based law firm (run by Gary Oldman and Antonio Banderas) whose sole purpose is to help the world’s wealthiest citizens amass even larger fortunes. Now, Ellen’s determined to uncover this corrupt system and bring it down. 

Arrow: Season 7 (16/10/2019)
Unmasked to the public and serving a life sentence in prison, the Green Arrow’s troubles have only just begun. Unable to protect his family while incarcerated, Oliver Queen (Stephen Amell) must find a way to survive while the villainous Ricardo Diaz (Kirk Acevedo) continues his reign of terror on the outside. Meanwhile, a ban on vigilantes has left Star City unprotected, leaving Felicity (Emily Bett Rickards) to fend for herself using drastic measures. With the eighth and final season of Arrow set to drop soon, now’s the perfect time to catch up before the show comes to a close.

Everything else that’s coming to Netflix this week
ORIGINAL SERIESToon: Seasons 1-2 (18/10/2019)MeatEater: Season 8 (18/10/2019)Avlu (18/10/2019)Baby: Season 2  (18/10/2019)Interior Design Masters  (18/10/2019)La casa de las flores: Season 2 (18/10/2019)NETFLIX FILMEli (18/10/2019)Seventeen (18/10/2019)Upstarts (18/10/2019)ORIGINAL COMEDYMartin Matte: La Vie, La Mort…Eh La La..! (14/10/2019)Park Na-rae: Glamour Warning (16/10/2019)ORIGINAL DOCUMENTARY Ghosts of Sugar Land (16/10/2019)Tell Me Who I Am (18/10/2019)Unnatural Selection (18/10/2019)KIDS & FAMILYMighty Little Bheem: Diwali (18/10/2019)Spirit Riding Free: Pony Tales Collection 2 (18/10/2019)Greenhouse Academy: Season 3 (25/10/2019)OTHER HIGHLIGHTSThe Losers (15/10/2019)Green Lantern (15/10/2019)Police Academy (15/10/2019)Cobra (15/10/2019)Beowulf (15/10/2019)The Pagemaster (15/10/2019)Demolition Man  (15/10/2019)The Big Bang Theory: Season 11 (17/10/2019)
What’s about the rest of the month?
Of course, the list above is comprised solely of the shows and movies that are coming to Netflix next week. For a complete list of everything that’s coming to service throughout the entire month of October, click here. 
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Amazon Great Indian Festival Celebration Special sale 2019: best deals and offers

Amazon Great Indian Festival Celebration Special sale 2019: best deals and offers

Amazon India has kicked-off the second wave of its Great Indian Festival 2019 sale from October 13. The e-tailer recently concluded its first leg of the sale which went live from September 29 in India. According to Amazon, the four-five day sale was its biggest ever and attracted shoppers from over 99.4% Indian pin-codes.The second leg of the Great Indian Festival sale is live and will go on till October 17. As always, Amazon India offered early access to the sale for its Prime members. The sale began at noon on October 12, giving a 12-hour lead to Prime subscribers!Amazon India sale feature new product launches, cash back offers, discounts & deals across a wide range of categories across the online retail platform.During the sale, Amazon will offer deals on a variety of selection across different catalogs like smartphones, laptops, cameras, large appliances & TVs, home & kitchen products, fashion, consumables such as grocery & beauty and consumer electronic products.
ICICI debit and credit cardholders eligible for an instant discount of 10%Amazon will also offer no-cost EMI and exchange offers to make the deals even more enticing.Festive cashback offers worth upto Rs 900 can be collected from the sale page and will be valid for the duration of the sale.Best deals and offers on smartphones: Upto 40% off
100+ smartphones at lowest prices ever!Exchange your old phones and get upto ₹6,000 offExtra cashback on select products on Amazon Pay paymentsAmazon is offering a 1-year free screen replacement offer as well which will be applicable on certain products.During the sale, mobile phone cases, covers, screen protectors, cables and chargers will start at Rs 99, power banks available starting at Rs 399 and upto 70% off on Bluetooth headsets.
Apple iPhone XR at just 39,999 is a deal too good to say no to!OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro price drop by Rs 3,000Best deals & offers on laptops
Here are all the best deals and offers on Laptops during Amazon Great Indian FestivalBest deals and offers on electronics
6,000 deals on consumer electronic products from 200+ brandsUpto Rs 40,000 off on LaptopsMinimum Rs 10,000 off on DSLRs, Mirrorless cameras and accessoriesUpto 60% off on headphones, speakers, monitors and hard drivesUpto 40% off on purchase of home theatersAs part of the new launches, OnePlus TV with 55-inch 4K screen and 50W eight speakers will be up for grabs during the festival sale. Amazon is also offering upto 50% off on smart TVs from brands like Samsung and Xiaomi.
Sony WH-1000XM3 at Rs 20,490 is one of the best headphone deals on Amazon Great India saleBest deals and offers on Amazon Echo, Fire TV and Kindle
Upto 45% off on Amazon Echo devices, Fire TV stick and Kindle e-book readersRs 1,200 on Fire TV stickRs 2,000 off on Fire TV stick 4KRs 3,500 off on Echo Show 5Rs 2,750 off on Kindle PaperwhiteSome of the combo deals include Echo Dot with a free smart Bulb, Fire TV with Echo Dot and a smart Bulb, Echo Show 5 with Xiaomi Mi LED bulb, among others.

Google Pixel 4 vs Pixel 3: what upgrades does Google’s newest phone bring?

Google Pixel 4 vs Pixel 3: what upgrades does Google’s newest phone bring?

The Google Pixel 4 has been unveiled: it’s Google’s latest flagship smartphone, and it brings a number of upgrades over the Google Pixel 3, which launched in 2018.Many of those upgrades are in the camera department, and with the new Pixel 4, Google is bidding to stay in the running for having the best camera phone – the Pixel 3 held that crown until it was bested by the Huawei P30 Pro, and now Google is back to try and usurp the Chinese brand.
Read our hands-on Google Pixel 4 reviewRead our in-depth Google Pixel 3 reviewHere’s everything Google announced at the Pixel 4 launch eventGoogle Stadia release date set for November 19But what’s actually new in the Google Pixel 4, compared to the Pixel 3? Well, quite a lot actually. Below we’ll run you through what’s new in the Pixel 4, and how it compares to its predecessor.
Google Pixel 4 vs Pixel 3 price
When the Google Pixel 3 was released it cost $799 / £739 / AU$1,199 for 64GB storage and $899 / £839 / AU$1,349 to bump that up to 128GB.The Google Pixel 4 price is actually lower than that in some regions, at $799 / £669 / AU$1,049 for the 64GB model and $899 / £769 / AU$1,199 if you want 128GB. Moving to the XL phone, the Pixel 3 XL was $899 / £869 / AU$1,139 for 64GB, and $999 / £969 / AU$1,499 to boost that to the higher 128GB storage option.The Pixel 4 XL, on the other hand, costs $899 / £829 / AU$1,279 for the smaller 64GB option and $999 / £929 / AU$1,429 to scale that up to 128GB.So in the US prices for both handsets were equal at launch, but in other regions the Pixel 4 is launching at a lower price tag than the Pixel 3. Saying that, Pixel 3 deals have seen the price of that handset drop, so the older device remains that little bit more affordable.
The Google Pixel 3a just got a $100 price cut at Best BuyGoogle Pixel 4 vs Pixel 3 design and display
The Google Pixel 4 has a 5.7-inch display, which is a step up over the 5.5 inches of the Pixel 3 – however it’s a different story with the larger models. The Pixel 4 XL comes with a 6.1-inch display, yet the Pixel 3 XL was a relatively whopping 6.3 inches.
Google Pixel 3Both the Pixel 3 and Pixel 4 range have OLED displays, which is pretty high quality, but not as cutting-edge as the AMOLED used by certain competitors.One notable difference is that the Pixel 4 phones have a 90Hz refresh rate, which means the screen updates 90 times per second instead of 60, which is the standard on smartphones. This should make scrolling and browsing that bit smoother, although the jury is still out on whether this is a vital feature for smartphones.In terms of design, the Pixel 4 actually looks pretty similar to the Pixel 3 in most ways – from the front, at least. On the back, the major difference becomes apparent: while the Pixel 3 had a single rear camera, the Pixel 4 has two, and a flash, housed in a chunky square block. It looks a lot like the iPhone 11, in fact.Another change is that neither the Pixel 4 or 4 XL have a 3.5mm headphone jack, whereas the Pixel 3 XL did. Both phones do get the now-standard USB-C port.

One final feature that the Pixel 4 is missing from the Pixel 3 is that the new phone doesn’t have a rear fingerprint scanner; instead it uses facial recognition, which is definitely more cutting-edge in terms of tech, although how reliable it is here remains to be seen.
Google Pixel 4 vs Pixel 3 camera
The Google Pixel 3 topped our list of the best camera phones when it was released, and the Pixel 4 is vying for supremacy again by adding an extra camera to the rear of the device. It’s worth remembering that Google’s camera strengths lie in software, not hardware, so an extra camera isn’t necessarily as important as the AI and processing systems in the handset.
Google Pixel 3The Pixel 3 had a 12.2MP rear camera, and the Pixel 4 keeps this but adds in a 16MP telephoto lens for improved zoom range (and better portrait mode images). While the Pixel 3 phones had two 8MP front-facing selfie cameras, the Pixel 4 handsets have only a single one, so for selfies, perhaps the old phones are actually better.The star of the show is Google’s processing though, which in the Pixel 3 series could spruce up pictures by enhancing brightness, contrast, and color pop, thanks to the Pixel Visual Core neural processing chip, which used machine learning to improve pictures. There were also a range of software perks like Night Sight for industry-leading low-light photography and Top Shot, which takes multiple pictures and lets you choose the best.All this is improved in the Google Pixel 4, as the neural processing chip is even better, meaning better machine learning, improved automatic processing, and a whole range of new photography features. These include Astro mode, which lets you take detailed and well-exposed shots of the night sky, and Dual Exposure Control, which lets you decouple the brightness of the foreground and background in shots to produce balanced exposures.

So while the Google Pixel 4 might take pictures that look just as great as those from the Pixel 3, there are some extra smarts on board, and you can take pictures in a wider range of settings, so it’ll likely be an even better smartphone camera.
Google Pixel 4 vs Pixel 3 battery life and specs
The Google Pixel 4 has a 2,800mAh battery, which is actually smaller than the one in the Pixel 3, which came in at 2,915mAh – and that device had a smaller screen. Google says software optimizations will keep the Pixel 4 going for longer, so we’ll be sure to test that claim in our full review.As for the XL devices, the Google Pixel 3 XL had a 3,400mAh battery, and that’s seen a healthy increase to 3,700mAh in the Pixel 4 XL, so the new XL phone will likely last a good bit longer.
Google Pixel 3In terms of processor, the Google Pixel 4 has a Snapdragon 855 chipset, which is an update over the Snapdragon 845 in the Pixel 3, and which should make it a little more powerful for gaming and multitasking, although it’s likely to be the AI machine learning for photography that makes the most use of this extra processing power.There’s also 6GB RAM in the new phone, a step up from the 4GB in the Pixel 3, which again will be useful for all the high-tech processing your photos will need.Active Edge makes a return in the Pixel 4, which means you can squeeze the handset to easily summon Google Assistant, and there’s also Motion Sense, which enables you to use hands-free gestures to do certain things on the handset without touching it, like swiping to skip a song or hang up on calls.
Takeaway

The Google Pixel 4 brings some new features to the Pixel line, but it’s also a step back in a few ways, with a weaker battery capacity, only one front camera, and no fingerprint sensor.Saying that, Google’s camera strengths lie in its software as much as in the hardware, and the improved camera features, Motion Sense, and built-in Android 10 may be enough to convince you that the new phone is a worthwhile upgrade.If you’re comparing the XL handsets, though, the Google Pixel 4 XL is definitely a solid step up over the Pixel 3 XL in most ways, and thanks to it being cheaper (when comparing launch prices), it’s definitely the better plus-sized option.
Google Pixel 4 launch live blog: the Made By Google event as it happened

The best laptops of 2019 in Australia: our picks of the top laptops on sale now

The best laptops of 2019 in Australia: our picks of the top laptops on sale now

Update: While we had previously recommended the Huawei MateBook 13 in top place, the ongoing trouble the company faces with the US Government casts a great deal of uncertainty on the degree of support its products will receive into the future. As such, we recommend the excellent Dell XPS 13 in its stead.If you’re looking at getting yourself a new laptop but don’t really know where to start, you’re in luck – that’s the entire point of this very page!Here at TechRadar, we get to review the full breadth and width of currently-available laptops, so we’re well and truly across what’s worth the dosh and what’s not.Whether it’s Apple’s freshest MacBook Pro, the newly-arrived Huawei MateBook 13, or the latest winner in the Dell XPS range, we’ve painstakingly compared and contrasted each one in order to give you a rundown on the laptop with the best value.We’ve taken into account ultrabooks, gaming laptops, 2-in-1s, and every other shape and size that laptops come in these days – so don’t worry if you’re in it for work or play, we’ve got you covered.
Best laptops in Australia 2019 at a glance
Dell XPS 13Huawei MateBook 13HP Spectre x360 (2019)Gigabyte Aero 15 OLEDApple MacBook Pro with Touch Bar (13-inch, 2018)MSI GS65 StealthDell XPS 15 2-in-1Dell G5 15 5590 GamingMicrosoft Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch)Alienware Area-51mCompare Australian prices on the latest laptops on GetpriceThe best laptops of 2019:
What is it about the Dell XPS 13 that’s kept it in pole position on our best laptop list for three years running? In short, it really is the PC response to the MacBook. The 2019 Dell XPS 13 hasn’t improved too much over last year’s already-great model, but there’s some more juice in the battery and the camera has finally been put where it belongs – above the screen! The Dell XPS 13 rocks an 8th-generation Intel Core i5 or i7 processor and a bezel-less ‘Infinity Edge’ display, this Dell XPS 13 continues to be the most popular Windows laptop in the world. What’s more, there’s a wide range of customisation options, so you can really make the Dell XPS 13 the best laptop for your needs. Read the full review: Dell XPS 13
Our pick for the pinnacle of laptops you can buy in Australia for 2019 would be the Huawei MateBook 13, were it not for the ongoing issues the company faces. Like the MateBook X Pro before it, the MateBook 13 packs some of the latest components and tech into a nifty lightweight package at an affordable price. It’s this deft balance that would give it the slight edge over the reigning champ, the Dell XPS 13, if it weren’t for the unknown future of support for the device. Read the full review: Huawei MateBook 13
The HP Spectre line of Ultrabooks and 2-in-1 laptops has always consisted of extraordinarily attractive devices. So, when we say that the 2019 Spectre x360 takes things to another level, that should mean something. This is one of the most beautiful laptops on the market right now, with its gem cut design and sleek profile. Couple that with the powerful Intel Whiskey Lake processors and long battery life, and you get one of the best laptops on the market right now. Its ability to flip into a Windows tablet is just icing on the cake. Read the full review: HP Spectre x360 (2019)
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While the Aero 15 range from Gigabyte is aimed at designers, it makes for the best value gaming laptop on the Australian market right now due to its powerful internals, brilliant display, and sleek, stylish chassis. This year’s model comes packing a new 15-inch 4K HDR screen ideal as a high-resolution on-the-go gaming monitor, media machine, or its intended design-centric use. Considering it’s also packing the latest Nvidia RTX series GPUs and 9th-gen Intel Core CPUs.Read the full review: Gigabyte Aero 15 OLED
This year’s model of the 15-inch Apple MacBook Pro is the most powerful MacBook the Cupertino company has ever made. By fitting some of the most powerful components in the world (including 6- and 8-core Intel processors) into the iconic slimline MacBook body, Apple has created a formidable professional laptop that earns its place on our best laptops list. Of course, being a MacBook Pro, while it’s powerful and beautifully designed, it’s also incredibly expensive – especially if you start customising its components. But, if you have the budget, this is an amazing device that can serve as an essential productivity tool. However, there’s no denying that this is a pricey machine, so you may want to consider one of the Windows alternatives. If you’re open to switching to a PC, definitely consider the XPS 13 or the excellent MateBook X Pro. But, if you’re a steadfast Apple diehard, this is definitely the best laptop for you.Read the full review: Apple MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2019)
The new MSI GS65 Stealth has knocked our previous choice of the best gaming laptop, Asus ROG Zephyrus GX501, off this list, thanks to its excellent array of cutting edge components, which includes an 8th-generation Intel Core i7-8750H CPU and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 GPU. It’s also more reasonably priced than the Zephyrus GX501, and its subtle design means that it can double as a work or study laptop without raising any eyebrows. If you’re looking for a more affordable gaming laptop, however, check out the Dell Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming below.Read the full review: MSI GS65 Stealth 
Last year’s Dell XPS 15 was already one of the best laptops you could buy, but now that Dell has taken the beautiful redesign of the Dell XPS 13 and applied it here – while also making it a convertible. Well, it’s amazing. Not only do you get one of the most aesthetically pleasing 15-inch laptops on the market, but it also packs one of those new Intel  Kaby Lake G-series CPUs featuring ‘discrete-class’ Radeon graphics. This means that this laptop packs serious power – even if it can get a little loud.Read the full review: Dell XPS 15 2-in-1 
While the Alienware Area-51m (featured earlier in this best laptops list) is the best gaming laptop for people with a lot of money to spare, if you’re on a tighter budget, then the Dell G5 15 5590 gaming laptop is a fantastic choice. Dell’s 15-inch G5 doesn’t have the highest end specs, but it will see you through 1080p gaming and last you up to 10 hours of battery life as well – which is pretty remarkable for a gaming laptop. It also features a stylish design and great build quality, and Dell also allows you to configure the Dell G5 15 5590 to better suit your budget and needs.Read the full review: Dell 5 15 5590
With the Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch), Microsoft has crafted one of the most powerful 2-in-1 laptops in the world. The Surface Book 2 has some powerful enough components to handle most day-to-day tasks, and even some light gaming and video editing if you go for a model with a dedicated graphics card. Brilliant build quality and excellent battery life makes this a wonderful device for using as either a laptop, or as a powerful Windows 10 tablet. It also comes in a 15-inch version, which is more powerful and with a larger screen. If you’re after a more affordable 2-in-1 device, then the Acer Switch 3, below, is well worth checking out.Read the full review: Microsoft Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch)
The Alienware Area-51m is a strong contender for the best gaming laptop of 2019, and earns that place in other markets (such as the UK and US) due to its relative affordability. Down under, it’s a little more expensive and doesn’t quite earn that spot, but it’s still absolutely worth considering (especially if it’s on sale). With an eye catching design and brilliant build quality, which we’ve come to expect from Dell’s Alienware brand, this is an incredible performer, offering a choice of some of the very best gaming components on the market right now, including 9th generation Intel Core processors and Nvidia’s latest RTX range of GPUs. Sure, it’s pretty expensive, but if you’re serious about getting the best gaming laptop money can buy in 2019, then you’ll need to expect to splash out a little bit, and the Alienware Area-51m really is worth every penny.Read the full review: Alienware Area-51m
Which type of laptop is best for you?
General laptops: This broader category is dedicated to devices that focus more on practicality than style, portability or power. That’s not to say they can’t be fast, but you’ll typically find a non-Ultrabook clamshell laptop with an HD screen and spinning drive-based storage for less than $1,000.Ultrabooks: Where you’ll find thin-and-light notebooks sporting SSD storage and display resolutions that exceed 1080p. Paired with powerful, albeit mobile-centric components and especially long battery life, the best Ultrabooks will cost a pretty penny – closer to $1,000 to $3,000.2-in-1 laptops: Where notebooks that double as tablets are located. Outfitted with both detachable and 360-degree rotating hinges, these hybrids are the most versatile way to experience Windows 10 (or Chrome OS) on a touchscreen.Chromebooks: Where you’ll find the best Chromebooks running Chrome OS. These do much of what Windows and macOS can in the browser, focused on cloud storage over local, while recently getting Android app support for touchscreen models. They generally cost less than $500.Gaming laptops: Need a laptop to play games (almost) just like a shiny desktop PC can? Then you’ll want one of the best gaming laptops. These machines generally cost more than $1,000 and can quickly get into the $4 – 5,000 range for the beastlier models.

Wales vs Uruguay live stream: how to watch Rugby World Cup 2019 match from anywhere

Wales vs Uruguay live stream: how to watch Rugby World Cup 2019 match from anywhere

Having ensured qualification to the 2019 Rugby World Cup quarter-finals with their hard-fought win over Fiji, Wales boss Warren Gatland will likely take the opportunity to rotate his squad for the first time in the tournament. It looks set to be an intriguing Rugby World Cup match, and you can watch all the action live and in full in no matter where you are in the world, by following our Wales vs Uruguay live stream guide below.Despite their shock win over Fiji in their opening game, Uruguay look set to finish bottom of Pool D, and will be determined not to make that an eventuality today.
While Gatland will be resting what must now be some very tired Welsh legs, some of his changes have been forced upon him.  Jonathan Davies, Dan Biggar and Josh Adams are all battling injuries and he’ll be relieved if no further names are added to the wounded list after today’s encounter with the battling South Americans.While it’s likely to be a below strength Wales side on show, they’ll almost certainly have too much for a Uruguay team who will giving a number of so far unused players a run out, safe in the knowledge that this is their last match of this World Cup.You can watch all the action from today’s game from pretty much anywhere on Earth by following our Rugby World Cup Wales vs Uruguay live stream guide below.
Discover how to live stream every single Rugby World Cup game and for free
How to watch the 2019 Rugby World Cup from outside your country
If you’re abroad for any of the Rugby World Cup and don’t want to miss out on catching the coverage from your home country, you’ll inevitably find it geo-blocked when you try to stream online. But don’t sweat. With the option of a VPN, you can tune into those fixtures no matter where you are in the world without resorting to some dodgy feed on Reddit. And best of all, it’s really easy to do (or read on for details on how to stream coverage from the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the USA).

How to stream Wales vs Uruguay live in the UK 

How to watch Wales vs Uruguay in Australia

How to watch Wales vs Uruguay live in New Zealand

How to live stream Wales vs Uruguay in the US
Hulu with Live TV $40 per month – Hulu with Live TV includes CBS, Fox, NBC and ESPN.FuboTV $35 for the first month – FuboTV gives you the first month at a discounted rate but after that the price increases to $45 a month. The service includes CBS, Fox, NBC and the NFL Network but does not come with ESPN.DirecTV Now $50 per month – DirecTV Now includes CBS, Fox, NBC, ESPN and for $5 extra you can add the NFL Network.YouTubeTV $40 per month – YouTubeTV gives you access to CBS, Fox, NBC and ESPN.

Live stream Wales vs Uruguay in South Africa

Live stream Wales vs Uruguay in Canada

Apple Arcade release date, price, games and everything you need to know

Apple Arcade release date, price, games and everything you need to know

Apple shed more light on its Apple Arcade service during its iPhone 11 launch, revealing it will cost just $4.99 / AU$7.99 / AED 19.99 / £4.99 a month and come out September 19. After their big annual operating system updates, the gaming service is finally live on iPhones, iPads, Macbook computers and even Apple TV.It’s Apple’s take on the whole “Netflix-for-gaming” approach – tying gamers into a monthly subscription that gives them access to highly-polished video gaming adventures that aren’t available anywhere else. Apple Arcade has a good heritage behind it – Apple was arguably the first company to take mobile gaming seriously and make it financially viable, and as a result it’s now got the backing of some of the most important names in mobile game development.[Update: Apple Arcade has released several games since its launch, adding to the 60-plus initial lineup and keeping good on its promise to expand its catalog on a regular basis.]

It’s also great news for Mac owners, who have always played second fiddle to PC gamers when it comes to finding top-notch game experiences on their platform.Apple Arcade claims that soon after launch it will have 100 unique (read ‘indie’) titles of varying exclusivity to Apple’s devices, including Beyond a Steel Sky, a sequel to the classic adventure game Beneath a Steel Sky, with art by Watchman comic book legend Neil Gibbons.In addition, the collection of games available is set to be curated by experts, will be updated monthly, and will include original releases from renowned creators Hironobu Sakaguchi, Ken Wong, Will Wright and more.We’ve rounded up everything we know so far about the Apple Arcade subscription service including the price, release date and how it will work.

Cut to the chase
What is it? Apple’s mobile and Mac gaming subscription serviceWhen does it launch? September 19, 2019What can I play it on? iPad, iPhone, Mac, and Apple TVHow much will it cost? $4.99 / £4.99 / AU$7.99 / AED 19.99Apple Arcade FAQ: quick questions answered
Will Apple Arcade have a controller? Apple hasn’t announced a specific Apple Arcade controller, however wireless support for PS4 DualShock 4 and Microsoft’s Xbox One controllers is coming to tvOS, iPadOS and iOS 13 on September 19 – the date of Apple Arcade’s launch – so you’ll be able to pair the gamepads with these devices. In addition, some games with support MFi Bluetooth controllers.How much does Apple Arcade cost? Apple Arcade costs $4.99 / £4.99 / AU$7.99 / AED 19.99 a month. This is automatically a Family Sharing plan, allowing for up to six family members to share the same subscription for just one monthly fee. You can try it for free for a month.What games are on Apple Arcade? The service launched with around 60 games, which Apple claims will expand to around 100 titles including Frogger in Toy Town, The Bradwell Conspiracy and Rayman Mini. You can check out the full list of confirmed games further down.
Ann Thai, marketing manager for the App Store, unveiling Apple Arcade on stage.Apple Arcade release date
Apple confirmed during the iPhone 11 launch event that Apple Arcade will launch on September 19. The service will launch in 150, with 100 exclusive new games to be added in the in the weeks ahead.However, the service is already live for some iPhone users – if you’re using the iOS 13 beta on iPhone, you may see Apple Arcade in the App Store. TechRadar was able to sign up for Apple Arcade and begin to download and play games.
Apple Arcade price
Apple Arcade is going to buck the trend for Apple’s usual pricing strategies. While Apple Arcade will offer a monthly family subscription plan in the vein of Apple News Plus, Apple Music, and Apple TV Plus, it will only cost only $4.99 / AED 19.99 / £4.99 / AU$7.99 per month rather than the $9.99 cost of its sibling platforms. In addition, you get one-month free trial.That may reflect on the size of the library at launch (even though Apple is promising over 100 games on release), or just be Apple trying to find a competitive foothold in a pretty packed market – with the likes of Xbox Games Pass and PS Now already out there, and Google Stadia on the way, even Apple Arcade could have trouble becoming established.In addition, Apple Arcade’s automatic Family Sharing plan allows for up to six family members to share the same subscription for just one monthly fee.
Apple Arcade trailers
Apple revealed the Apple Arcade service during an Apple special event on March 25, 2019. You can check out the first trailer for the service below:

Apple Arcade controllers
Any good gaming platform needs a great controller – but Apple Arcade is in a rather unique position of having to work across multiple hardware platforms and input devices – be that over a touchscreen for iPad and iPhone, a keyboard and mouse for Mac, and a remote for Apple TV.When it comes to gaming, nothing beats a gamepad. While Apple hasn’t announced a specific Apple Arcade controller, wireless support for PS4 DualShock 4 and Microsoft’s Xbox One controllers is coming to tvOS, iPadOS and iOS 13 on September 19 – the date of Apple Arcade’s launch – so you’ll be able to pair the gamepads with these devices. In addition, some games with support MFi Bluetooth controllers.

Apple Arcade features
Konami and Capcom on boardKonami is releasing Frogger in Toyland exclusively on Apple Arcade while Capcom is offering Shinsekai: Into the Depths on the platform.New Arcade tab in App StoreTo access the Apple Arcade service. Your subscription lets you download and play any game from the store and new games will be added every month. You’ll also be able to access game trailers, recommendations, game guides and editorial sneak peeks. No ads, no ad-tracking and no additional purchasesApple Arcade will be a single subscription service – pay your money each month, and you won’t have to endure any adverts on the service. There will be no ad-supported version at launch, and Apple has given no suggestion that that will ever be on the cards.Over 100+ gamesApple Arcade will give users access to over 100 games, all of which will be Apple Arcade exclusives, curated by experts and updated monthly. “You can try whatever you want, whenever you want,” according to Apple. However, it seems for many of these games that the exclusivity is timed rather than permanent. According to Apple, “no game service has ever launched as many games at once”. Games available offlineAccording to Apple, all the games on Apple Arcade will be available to play offline, so no need to worry about losing access to them if you’re on the subway or out in the middle of nowhere away from a mobile connection.Family sharingThe Apple Arcade service offers a Family Sharing plan so up to six household members can play the game for a single subscription cost. That’ll make it attractive to households that have bought into the Apple ecosystem with iPads, Macbooks and iPhones – especially if it means mum and dad don’t have to hand over the iPhones so that the kids can play.What’s Apple Arcade available on?iPad, iPhone, Mac, and Apple TV. You’ll also be able to pick up where you left off in a game, even if you switch devices.
Image credit: ApplePrivate and secureApple Arcade games cannot collect any data about you without your consent.Push for indiesWhile we know that Apple Arcade will include games such as Sonic the Hedgehog, Beneath a Steel Sky and Where Cards Fall, Apple promises games from the likes of Bossa Studios, Cartoon Network, Annapurna Interactive, Finji, Giant Squid, Klei Entertainment, Mistwalker Corporation, SEGA, Snowman, ustwo games, Konami, Lego, and many more.Apple isn’t just handpicking the gamesThe company is also contributing to the development costs and working closely with creators to bring their games to Apple devices. Apple’s never really had much success (or, arguably, interest) in being a game developer itself, so this marks a rare moment where the company is getting directly involved in the industry.Here’s what Phil Schiller has to say…“The App Store is the world’s biggest and most successful game platform. Now we are going to take games even further with Apple Arcade, the first game subscription service for mobile, desktop and the living room,” said Phil Schiller, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing. “We are working with some of the most innovative game developers in the world to create over 100 new and exclusive games to play across iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple TV. “Apple Arcade games will be great for families, respect user privacy and will not have ads or require any additional purchases. We think players of all ages are going to love Apple Arcade.”

Apple Arcade news and rumors
iPhone 11 launchApple confirmed Apple Arcade’s pricing and release date during the event. The service will launch on September 19 and cost just $4.99 a month.A competitor on the horizon?It looks like Google has a competitor on the horizon that it’s finally unveiled … sort of.This new challenger is the Google Play Pass, which Google has teased in a tweet via the Google Play Twitter account. The tweet doesn’t tell us much, other than the fact “Play Pass is coming soon”, but we’ve actually already heard some information.Leaked screenshots from a private Play Pass beta showed the service will cost $4.99 per month in the US, and provides ad-free access to a curated list of games, with all in-app purchases unlocked.

Apple Arcade games
These are all the games that have been officially confirmed for Apple Arcade:
Atone: Heart of the Elder Tree Ballistic BaseballBeyond a Steel SkyBox ProjectCardpocalypseChuChu Rocket UniverseDecoherenceDoomsday VaultDown in BermudaEnter The ConstructExit the GungeonFantasianFrogger in Toy TownHitchhikerHot Lava InmostJenny LeClue – DetectivuKings of the CastleLego ArthouseLego BrawlsLifelikeLittle OrpheusMind SymphonyMr TurtleMonomals Nightmare FarmNo Way HomeOceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm OverlandPac-Man Party RoyalePilgrimsProjection: First LightRayman MiniRedout Space AssaultRepairSayonara Wild Hearts Shantae 5ShockRoadsSkate CitySneaky SasquatchSonic RacingSpidersaursSpyderStelaSteven Universe: Unleash The LightSuper Impossible RoadThe Artful EscapeThe Enchanted WorldThe Pathless The Bradwell ConspiracyUFO on Tape: First ContactVarious DaylifeWhere Cards FallWinding WorldsYaga Read more: Apple News+: the all-you-can-read service for your iPhone, iPad and Mac

New on Netflix this week: El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, Rhythm + Flow, Fractured + more

New on Netflix this week: El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, Rhythm + Flow, Fractured + more

With so many TV shows and movies arriving on Netflix in Australia each week, it can be hard to keep track of the service’s many new additions as they arrive.To help you find what’s really new, we’ll be publishing weekly updates that succinctly list all the new shows and films arriving on Netflix Australia, while also highlighting the week’s biggest and most important releases, offering brief rundowns of the best shows and movies for this week.So without further ado, here’s what’s new on Netflix for the week of October 7 to October 13, 2019. As you can see, it’s fairly light in terms of new content this week, but there are still a few great options available.For a complete list of everything that’s coming to the service for the whole month, check out our guide to what’s new on Netflix Australia in October 2019.
The best VPN for Netflix 2019This week’s highlights
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (11/10/2019) (10/10/2019)
In its series finale, the groundbreaking show Breaking Bad offered a real sense of closure for long time fans, managing to wrap up all the major story threads without resorting to the kind of frustrating ambiguity that disappointed viewers of shows like Lost and The Sopranos. Because of this, we have to wonder why Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan would choose to return to something that already had the perfect sendoff, but given his fantastic track record, we’re going to give him the benefit of the doubt here. Filmed in secret and revealed to fans only a month ago, El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie is finally upon us this weekend, and we can’t wait to see what Gilligan has in store for Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul), who’s been on the run from the law since the closing moments of Breaking Bad season 6. 

Rhythm + Flow (09/10/2019) 
Intended as a more urban, hip-hop take on The Voice-style talent show, Rhythm + Flow is a weekly series that sees budding MCs hit the stage in an effort to impress some of the biggest names in industry. The main judges include Cardi B, T.I., Chance the Rapper, but you can expect to see guest appearances from the likes of Snoop Dogg, too. Be warned – the language in this show is quite explicit, with the judges themselves handing out their fare share of cutting smack talk. That said, if you love rap music, this might very well be the hip-hop talent show you never knew you wanted.

Fractured (11/10/2019) 
It’s been a while since we’ve checked in with Australia’s own Sam Worthington, but now the Avatar-star (Avastar?) is back in the Netflix Original thriller, Fractured. Following a visit to the emergency room for his injured young daughter, Ray Monroe (Worthington) is briefly separated from his wife and child. Seems normal enough, but when Ray decides to check in on his daughter’s progress, the hospital reveals they have no record of her as a patient or the family’s consultation. Has the hospital abducted Ray’s family, or is he going crazy? Ray will stop at nothing to find the truth.

Everything else that’s coming to Netflix this week
ORIGINAL SERIESMatch! Tennis Juniors (07/10/2019) Haunted: Season 2 (11/10/2019)Insatiable: Season 2 (11/10/2019)Plan Coeur: Season 2 (11/10/2019)NETFLIX WEEKLY SERIESRiverdale: Season 4 (10/10/2019)NETFLIX FILMWolkenbruchs wunderliche Reise in die Arme einer Schickse (11/10/2019)La influencia (11/10/2019)The Forest of Love (11/10/2019)Banlieusards (12/10/2019)ORIGINAL COMEDYMartin Matte: La Vie, La Mort…Eh La La..! (14/10/2019)KIDS & FAMILYThe Spooky Tale of Captain Underpants Hack-a-ween (08/10/2019)YooHoo to the Rescue: Season 2 (11/10/2019)ORIGINAL ANIMEUltramarine Magmell (10/10/2019)OTHER HIGHLIGHTSPitch Perfect 3 (07/10/2019)Shrek (11/10/2019)Jaws (11/10/2019)Da Kath & Kim Code (13/10/2019)Kath & Kimderella (13/10/2019)Inside Man (11/10/2019)Back to the Future Part III (11/10/2019)Billy Elliot (11/10/2019)Bring It On: Fight to the Finish (11/10/2019)Elizabeth (11/10/2019)Mercury Rising (11/10/2019)Life (11/10/2019)Kick-Ass (11/10/2019)The Purge (11/10/2019)Brewster’s Millions (11/10/2019)The Nutty Professor (11/10/2019)Sophie’s Choice (11/10/2019)The Tale of Despereaux (11/10/2019)Jaws: The Revenge (11/10/2019)Life (12/10/2019)The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (12/10/2019)Sicario (13/10/2019)
What’s about the rest of the month?
Of course, the list above is comprised solely of the shows and movies that are coming to Netflix next week. For a complete list of everything that’s coming to service throughout the entire month of October, click here. 
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HTC Vive Cosmos is coming to the UAE with pre-orders starting soon

HTC Vive Cosmos is coming to the UAE with pre-orders starting soon

HTC has announced that its Oculus Rift S rival – the HTC Vive Cosmos – will be available for pre-orders starting October 24, 2019 at a price point of AED 3,299 with the release date set at November 14.The headset made its debut at this year’s CES and is HTC’s fourth headset after original HTC Vive, HTC Vive Pro and the recently released HTC Vive Focus that the company marketed toward enterprise users. The HTC Vive Cosmos is definitely more gamer-oriented and, on paper at least, stacks up nicely against the Oculus Rift S that was released earlier this year: Neither headset requires the use of external trackers (in HTC’s case, base stations), however both require a hardwired connection to a PC to work. According to specs released by HTC, the Cosmos will feature a 2880 x 1700 combined pixel resolution – an 88% increase over the original Vive which had a 2160 x 1200 resolution – a 90Hz refresh rate and a 110-degree field-of-view.Even better is that those that pre-order the headset ahead of its October release date will be eligible for a 12-month subscription to Viveport Infinity for free that allows you unrestricted access to over 600 games and apps – a subscription that would usually cost AD 420 per year.
A Vive Cosmos with a Vive Cosmos External Tracking Mod attached to the front.Meet HTC’s first ‘modular’ headset
One aspect that HTC wants to play up before launch is the Cosmos’ versatile mod support that will enable new features on the headset in the future. The first of these mods, called the Vive Cosmos External Tracking Mod, will be available at launch and enables the headset to work with base stations. Why would you want your new tracker-less VR headset to be compatible with wired base stations? Well, HTC doesn’t exactly say but does allude to the fact that base stations do a better job of tracking the controllers than the headset does on its own – which makes sense given the front-facing orientation of its cameras.HTC says it will produce more mods for the Cosmos in the future and will release the second module in the first part of 2020.

Going toe-to-toe with the Oculus Rift S
While the HTC Vive Cosmos seems like a big step up from the original Vive that the company released back in June 2016, its biggest challenge is the Oculus Rift S. Oculus’ hardware has similar specs, will have access to many of the same games, uses similar inside-out tracking and will appeal to the same audience.The problem here obviously is that Oculus is selling the Rift S for a thousand Dirhams cheaper.Still, despite the substantial difference in price, HTC won over many critics with its original HTC Vive headset despite that costing nearly twice as much as the Rift – a feat it could repeat with the Vive Cosmos.
Looking to jump into VR? Here’s our list of the best VR headsets

The best iPhone 8 plans and prices in Australia compared

The best iPhone 8 plans and prices in Australia compared

Although there have been a few iPhones released since the iPhone 8 first landed, Apple continues to sell the device for those that aren’t too fond of the new notch-toting format. Of course, there’s always its bigger sibling, the iPhone 8 Plus if you happen to like this handset but are looking for something a little larger.On this page, we’ve dug deep into all the networks and carriers and compared them to shreds, providing you with the best possible value, the biggest data, and the cheapest plans you can get bundled with your new Apple handset.If you’re not too sure if this is indeed the handset for you, you can check out our iPhone 8 review for the full lowdown. Otherwise, read on for our top picks from all the carriers.
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Best gaming phones in India for October 2019

Best gaming phones in India for October 2019

With the increasing popularity of games like PUBG Mobile and Fortnite, smartphone manufacturers are cashing in on the trend with their take on gaming smartphones. While it is not true that normal smartphones can’t run games, largely the experience differs when you play a game on a dedicated smartphone that’s made for gaming. Having said that, there’s still a dearth of good gaming titles for phones which is why gaming smartphones target a very niche audience. Currently, PUBG Mobile is all rage in India and you’ll need a high-quality device for the best gaming experience. Some of the highest-rated phones in our top 10 list are simply the best devices on the market with top-tier specs, sharp displays and long battery life. Our recommendations consider processor and GPU speeds, RAM size and other odds and ends.The top gaming phones don’t just play the best smartphone games without a hitch, they’ll also maintain the best visuals and performance for games coming over the next few years. Think about the phones below as future-proofing your next device into the year 2020.We’ve examined all the options and chosen the best phones for gaming based on the factors above. Here’s our top ten list:

 Asus recently surprised everyone by pricing the new ROG Phone II at Rs 37,999 in India (base variant), making it one of the best-specced devices for the price. It houses a monster 6,000 mAh battery, has a smooth 120Hz refresh rate Super AMOLED panel along with the latest specifications such as a Snapdragon 855+ and a minimum of 8GB of RAM.It comes with a host of hardware additions as well, including additional shoulder buttons, vents for better air circulation and an expansion port to connect accessories such as a gamepad or an extra display.Read the full review: ASUS ROG Phone 2 Review 

Backed by Xiaomi, Black Shark has come to India only recently with its second flagship. Launched earlier this year, it is powered by the Snapdragon 855. It scores points for low touch latency and improved cooling, along with an iconic gamer design that combines glass and metal.There’s also an additional gamepad joystick that can be equipped for a better gaming experience, and can be bought for Rs 2 as a part of an ongoing offer.Read the full review: Black Shark 2 review

Nubia’s gaming arm has been an underdog in the gaming smartphone space, but the Red Magic 3 truly one of the most enjoyable phones one can have. It has respectable internals such as the Snapdragon 855, 8GB of RAM and a large 90Hz AMOLED display. Gamers are sure to appreciate the additional customisable shoulder buttons and the RGB strip across the spine.The 5,000 mAh battery ensures that gaming sessions last for many hours, and the included fast charger is a boon. The dual front-firing speakers are pretty loud, and the powerful “4D” vibration motor makes gaming very immersive.The company has also unveiled the Red Magic 3S which opts for the Snapdragon 855 Plus and is expected to come to India in the near future.Read our full review: Nubia Red Magic 3 Review

While gaming smartphones have one main objective (provide a good gaming experience), it’s great when they excel as a conventional phone as well. That is the main reason why the just-launched OnePlus 7T makes it to our list. Not only does it have the latest specifications and one of the best high refresh rate displays on a smartphone, but also offers a great flagship experience thanks to its high-quality design, extremely fast charging, and versatile triple camera setup. It may not be as well designed as the 7 Pro, but some may prefer the taller yet flat display over a curved one. The wider display makes gaming very immersive.Read the full review: OnePlus 7T Review

The POCO F1 is the most talked-about budget flagship around the globe since its launch last year. It brought the flagship-level hardware to the budget segment. The phone not just offers a powerful chipset, but also has a good screen for gaming.A vapour-cooling chamber inside helps to keep the device going even when tasked with graphics-intensive titles like PUBG Mobile. The technology, which Xiaomi calls ‘LiquidCool’, uses dedicated copper pipes that are looped around the inside of the phone.  There are murmurs of a Poco F2 which could launch in the coming months, but if you can’t wait or want to save a lot, the Poco F1 should serve you well.Read the full review: POCO F1 review
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