Destiny 2 is free with PlayStation Plus now!

These are the free games you can get right now with your PlayStation Plus membership.

One of the biggest perks of having a PlayStation Plus membership is the free games you get every month. I’ve got a list of the games PlayStation is offering this month, and it includes some popular AAA titles. Start downloading these games, and enjoy your free games for the month of September!

PlayStation 4 free games this month

• Destiny 2
• God of War III Remastered

PlayStation 3 free games this month

• Another World – 20th Anniversary Edition
• QUBE Director’s Cut

PlayStation Vita free games this month

• Sparkle 2
• Foul Play

PlayStation VR free games this month

• Here They Lie

Full game line-up

Read on below to see some quick previews of the games you get for free this month!

Destiny 2

The universe needs saving once again, and your Guardian will play an integral role in the outcome. Jump into Bungie’s shared-world shooter that took the world by storm and get a taste of its upcoming expansion, Forsaken.

See on PlayStation Store.

God of War III Remastered

Before Kratos journeyed through the lands of Norse mythology, he scaled Mount Olympus to take on the Greek gods. Now you can enjoy his earlier outings in glorious 1080p resolution at 60FPS.

See on PlayStation Store.

Another World – 20th Anniversary Edition

This action/platformer first released in 1991 and has since been remastered with full definition graphics. Follow a young scientist as he’s thrust through the boundaries of space and time after a nuclear experiment goes wrong.

See on PlayStation Store.

QUBE Director’s Cut

What better way to spend your first month back to school than with a game that’ll test your mind rather than your reflexes. Use your powers to manipulate the environment and solve puzzles to stop a giant cube hurdling toward Earth.

See on PlayStation Store.

Sparkle 2

Another puzzle game that may be more your speed if you aren’t looking for something quite so challenging. Test your orb matching skills in over 90 different levels.

See on PlayStation Store.

Foul Play

Theatre kids may want to take note of this one. Live out your demon-hunting dreams in Foul Play, a sidescrolling co-op brawling that takes place on the stage. After all, what’s the theatre without a little theatrics?

See on PlayStation Store.

Here They Lie

Take on a creepy and terrifying role of investigating an abandoned home for the mystery that lies beneath. Nothing screams a better horror game than playing literally any of them in VR. If you’re a thrill seeker, you should totally download this game. There are only a rare few horror games I’ve regretted when using my VR.

See on PlayStation Store.

Which is your favorite game you’ve gotten for free with PlayStation Plus?

Let us know which game you’ve loved and which one you’re excited about this month! Drop a comment below or shoot me a Tweet and tell me all about it!

Updated September 2018: We’ve added the free games for this month!

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Amazon

Wireless routers, Xbox controllers, and more are discounted today

Whether you’re looking for new tech gear or household items, we’ve got you covered.

We found plenty of great deals today that include big discounts on the Airmega smart air purifiers, a Nighthawk wireless router, Xbox One wireless controllers, and more!

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A second Razer Phone is in the works

Can the Razer Phone 2 make more impact than the original?

Gaming gear go-to Razer makes top-notch gaming gear for desktop and PC, including the hot, hot, hot Razer Blade laptop line and cross-platform controllers, but their initial foray into mobile hardware was a bit rocky. The Razer Phone sported great specs for gaming and a butter-smooth 120hz screen, but the camera fell flat and that super-smooth display was a creature of the night, unable to stand up to the shine of the sun. Well, it seems that Razer is looking to try again, as they’ve confirmed to stockholders that another Razer Phone is in development in this week’s earnings report.

The Razer Phone came out last winter, and while it may not have been a total success, the phone hasn’t been a dud, either. Sporting a battery that won’t quit and a high-refresh touchscreen that was made to play, the Razer Phone was a great phone for gaming and for theming, as it was the first phone to officially ship with Nova Launcher as the system launcher.

Razer said their next-generation products saw over 400% year-on-year growth spurred by Razer Phone sales, with this little nugget at the bottom of the Others section:

Razer is now focusing its resources into the development of the second generation Razer Phone and accompanying software releases which will extend its software and services from PC into the mobile market.

There’s no release window or date given for the next Razer Phone, nor many hints as to what the new model may be sporting in its next incarnation, but one can only hope they improve the camera and the brightness issues so that you can game with a Razer Phone in brightest day or blackest night. With the Razer Phone’s battery and high-refresh screen, a successor with a good camera could be the ultimate Pokemon Go and AR gaming phone.

What would you like to see in the next Razer Phone?

Best Android Phone for Gamers in 2018

Charge your phone easily with iOttie’s new iON Wireless Fast Charging Stand

No wires, no problem.

iOttie just released its new iON Wireless Fast Charging Stand. It is currently available from Amazon for $44.95, but as of press time, the stock is dwindling. You may still be able to purchase it by the time you read this, though, so definitely check it out if you’re interested.

This device, unlike some charging pads and stands, looks as good as it performs. The base is built to stay balanced and features anti-slip material for extra stability. There are three fabric colors, available in Ash, Ivory, and Ruby, which are similar to the iOttie iON Wireless Mini Chargers. Currently only the Ash color is listed on Amazon but more should be available soon. The charging stand has two Qi coils so you can charge your phone in both portrait and landscape mode, which is a very nice touch.

These would make a great gift for any tech junkie, or, you know, live your best life and Treat Yo Self. Having a wireless charging stand near your workspace or on your nightstand is a huge game-changer, and once you start using one, you won’t ever go back. This will work with all Qi-enabled devices, but just in case you’re unsure, these Android phones support wireless charging.

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The new Mohu Striker HDTV antenna has a 75-mile range

Catch all the signals.

Mohu has released a new HDTV antenna called the Mohu Striker, and it’s one of the largest antennas around. The Striker has a 75 mile radius and is designed to be used outdoors. The size, the included mounting kit, and the 30-foot coaxial cable, means you’ll have a lot of options on where you want to place it. The way it screws to the side of wherever you live will make it seem like just another part of the home.

Like other modern HDTV antennas, it is multi-directional and doesn’t require you to point it in any particular direction. However, if you don’t live in a very urban area you might want to check out this site to make sure it’s worth the investment. The 75 mile range is pretty extreme, so chances are even if it’s not perfect you will still get at least a few channels from local towers. Ideally, you’ll be able to pick up free HD versions of all the major networks, including ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, The CW, and more.

Mohu is no stranger to the world of HDTV antennas, either. The Mohu Leaf 50 used to be one of CordCutter’s top picks for best over-the-air antennas, and right now the Mohu Blade gets the nod for most stylish.

You could also pair an antenna like this with something like the HDHomeRun Connect tuner. You’re just forgetting all about cable subscriptions with a setup like this, since the HDHomeRun Connect devices let you take all the channels your antenna is picking up and broadcast them to your favorite mobile devices.

The Striker is currently going for $129.99 on Mohu’s website, and it will be available on Amazon soon enough as well. There isn’t a lot of competition in the 75-mile antenna range, but if you’re working on a budget the ClearStream 2MAX has a 60-mile range and is only $50. And if budget is a bigger issue than range, try the AmazonBasics 50-mile antenna for just $28.

See at Mohu

YouTube for Android’s dark mode is FINALLY here

Rejoice, my friends; now we can binge YouTube all night without getting blinded by the bland white interface!

YouTube brought a dark theme to its desktop website last year and back at the beginning of the year, the same glorious dark theme was announced for its iOS and Android apps. Apple users got that dark theme just a few brief weeks after the announcement, but Android users were left waiting, and waiting, and waiting for theirs.

Our wait is finally over!

The feature has been in testing for the last few weeks, but is finally rolling out to users right now! It didn’t come with an app update for me; I just rebooted my phone, re-opened the YouTube app, and the setting was finally there. Here’s where you can turn on YouTube’s dark theme.

Open YouTube.
Tap your avatar in the top-right corner.

Tap Settings.

Tap General.

Tap Dark theme to enable it. It’ll be near the top of the list, right above Limit mobile data usage.

This has been a long time coming, and I intend to take full advantage of it tonight with an late-night binge in bed. How will you celebrate YouTube for Android FINALLY getting a dark theme?

Updated September 5th: YouTube for Android’s dark theme has gone from a limited test to a full roll-out!

Watch the house while you’re away with the $37 wireless YI Cloud Home cam

Improve your home security.

The YI Cloud Home Camera is currently on sale at Amazon for just $36.99 when you enter promo code TU7S58Y9 during checkout. Today’s sale marks an all-time low price for it and saves you $12 off what it sells for on average.

This 1080P HD wireless IP security camera is capable of capturing panoramic video and can also live stream footage directly to your phone. It offers complete 360-degree coverage along with enhanced night vision and 10 infrared LEDs. With the Yi Home App for your iOS or Android device, you’ll be able to access your camera at any time from anywhere in the world. You’ll even receive real-time activity alerts when motion is detected along with tracking videos centering on the moving object.

Using a micro SD card, you can save footage and keep it safe or connect with Yi Cloud for a monthly fee. The camera also includes a built-in microphone and speaker allowing for two-way conversations. That’d be perfect for yelling at your dog to get out of the trash while you’re away.

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Upcoming 6.5-Inch iPhone Could Be Called ‘iPhone Xs Max’

Apple’s upcoming 6.5-inch iPhone could be called the “iPhone Xs Max” according to information shared by both BGR and 9to5Mac citing sources with knowledge of Apple’s marketing plans.

Naming for Apple’s 2018 iPhone lineup has been unclear and Apple is said to have struggled to decide on a new naming scheme to follow the iPhone X, iPhone 8, and iPhone 8 Plus.

Last week, leaked information suggested Apple has settled on “iPhone Xs” as the name for the 5.8 and 6.5-inch OLED devices that are in the works. At the time, it was believed both could use the same “iPhone Xs” name like the iPad Pro, but now it looks like the larger model could continue to feature a unique name.

Apple is not planning to use the same “Plus” labeling that it has used since the iPhone 6 Plus was introduced, and “Max” could potentially be the replacement. “iPhone Xs Plus” is a mouthful and difficult to say, but “iPhone Xs Max” is easier to pronounce.

The 6.5-inch iPhone Xs Max will be sold alongside the 5.8-inch iPhone Xs and the 6.1-inch iPhone, which we don’t yet know the name of.

In other related news, German site Macerkopf has shared details on potential European pricing for the 2018 lineup. Citing a pair of unnamed sources, the site says that the 6.1-inch LCD iPhone could cost 799 euros, the 5.8-inch iPhone Xs could cost 909 euros, and the iPhone Xs Max could cost 1149 euros.

These are the same prices Apple currently charges for the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X, and would translate to pricing of $699, $799, and $999 in the United States.

That’s mostly in line with rumors we’ve heard about U.S. pricing, which have pegged the cost at $600 to $700 for the 6.1-inch iPhone, $800 to $900 for the iPhone Xs, and $900 to $1,000 for the iPhone Xs Max.

With Apple’s event set to take place in one week on Wednesday, September 12, we don’t have long to wait to find out Apple’s exact naming and pricing plans for the three devices.

The new iPhones will be unveiled at an event set to take place at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time at the Steve Jobs Theater on the Apple Park campus. Apple plans to live stream the event, and MacRumors will also feature live coverage both on MacRumors.com and on the MacRumorsLive Twitter account.

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Apple Updates Events App on Apple TV Ahead of Wednesday’s Product Unveiling

Apple today updated the Events app on the Apple TV to prepare for next Wednesday’s “Gather Round” iPhone-centric event, which will see the debut of the 2018 iPhone lineup, new Apple Watch models, and new accessories.

The Events app, along with the Events section of Apple’s website, will be used to live stream the product unveiling. Apple’s Gather Round event will kick off at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time at the Steve Jobs Theater on the Apple Park campus.

To see the updated Events app on the Apple TV, it needs to be updated through the Apple TV App Store.

Apple is set to introduce the new 2018 iPhones, which will include the 5.8-inch OLED iPhone Xs, the 6.5-inch OLED iPhone Xs Max, and the lower-cost 6.1-inch LCD iPhone, which we don’t yet know the name of. All three iPhones are expected to adopt edge-to-edge designs with a TrueDepth Camera System that will replace the Touch ID Home button.

We’re also expecting to see new Apple Watch Series 4 models with smaller bezels for more screen real estate, refreshed AirPods with “Hey Siri” support, new Apple Watch bands, and perhaps the long-awaited debut of the AirPower, which is able to charge the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at once.

For those who are unable to watch Apple’s live stream, MacRumors will have live coverage of the event on MacRumors.com and on our MacRumorsLive Twitter account.

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42mm Apple Watch Series 4 to Feature Resolution of 384×480

Apple’s upcoming Apple Watch Series 4 models will feature larger displays thanks to reduced bezel size, and information 9to5Mac discovered in the most recent watchOS 5 beta suggests the 42mm Apple Watch will likely have a screen resolution of 384×480.

The current 42mm Apple Watch Series 3 model, for comparison, has a resolution of 312×390.

With the higher resolution (and increased PPI), Apple Watch Series 4 apps will be able to display more information at a higher resolution on the display, as shown in the example image below that were taken from a modified Apple Watch Simulator using a guesstimated PPI of 345.

As was seen in leaked marketing materials last week, the upcoming Apple Watch Series 4 models will feature at least one new watch face capable of displaying up to nine complications at one time.

Additional new watch faces could be included, and information taken from the beta suggests there will be new types of complications for Apple Watch apps to use.

Given the increase in resolution, third-party app developers will need to tweak their apps to work with the new Apple Watch Series 4 screen sizes.

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