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- This Garmin Venu 2 Plus Is $190 Off Right Now (2025/04/04 12:30)This factory-reconditioned full-featured watch walks the line between smartwatch and fitness tracker pretty smoothly.
- I Answered a Job Scam Text on Purpose, and Here’s What I Learned (2025/04/04 12:00)Scams involving bogus job offers are becoming more and more common.
- How to Play Original Switch Games on the Switch 2 (2025/04/03 20:30)Everything we know about playing Switch 1 games on the Switch 2.
- The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar Smartwatch Is $170 Off (2025/04/03 19:30)This solar version has potentially unlimited battery life and comes with Garmin Pay and customizable watch faces.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 Might Be Compatible With the Webcam You Already Own (2025/04/03 19:00)You don't have to spend $50 on the Nintendo Switch 2's Camera accessory.
- Apple's Latest Update May Be Installing Previously Deleted Apps on iPhones (2025/04/03 18:45)If you don't remember reinstalling that app, you're not alone.
- Nine Ways to Make Your DIY Paint Job Look Professional (2025/04/03 18:30)If you want your paint job to look like a professional did it, the key is preparation.
- The 50 Best '80s Movies You Can Stream Right Now (2025/04/03 18:00)These flicks are not grody but are, in fact, totally gnarly.
- Garmin's Paid-Tier AI Doesn't Seem to Be Doing Much (2025/04/03 17:00)The promised "insights" aren't very insightful, and I'm not the only one who thinks so.
- My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: These Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2025/04/03 16:30)Get the best noise-canceling earbuds for the lowest price they've been.
- Google Will Reduce Battery Capacity for the Pixel 9a, and There’s Nothing You Can Do About It (2025/04/03 16:00)If you have a Pixel 9a, you don't have a say.
- These Bose Ultra Open Earbuds Are $179 Right Now (2025/04/03 15:00)For folks who want to hear both their music and the world around them, these refurbished earbuds may be just the ticket.
- All the Gardening Tasks to Tackle in April (2025/04/03 14:30)It's time to assess your garden and prepare for spring and summer planting.
- These Are The Biggest Skywatching Events in April (2025/04/03 14:00)Catch the Lyrids, plus a micromoon.
- 'Yassou' Makes Veggie-Forward Greek Cooking Accessible (2025/04/03 13:30)I like vegetables, but some days I'd like flaky, buttery, pastry-wrapped cheese instead, thank you.
- The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Boring, and That’s OK (2025/04/03 13:00)The Nintendo Switch 2 loses some Nintendo charm, but maybe that was unavoidable.
- The Switch 2's Mouse Controls Are Nintendo at Its Most Playful (2025/04/03 13:00)How has nobody done this before?
- This App Can Search Maps and Addresses Right From the Menu Bar (2025/04/03 12:30)Quickly find where something is and get back to whatever you're doing.
- You Should Grow Snacking Peppers Instead of Bell Peppers (2025/04/03 12:00)They're less susceptible to pests and produce far more peppers.
- I Wore Two Oura Rings to See If the Finger You Use Actually Matters (2025/04/02 21:30)You may not need to use your index finger after all.
- Amazon Prime Members Can Get Two Free E-Books in April (2025/04/02 20:30)Choose from a list of titles hand-picked by Amazon editors, for you to keep.
- Six Ways to Use Landscaping to Enhance Your Home’s Security (2025/04/02 20:00)If you want to enhance your home’s security, you can install alarms and cameras—but don’t forget to think about your landscaping.
- My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The Kindle Paperwhite Kids (2025/04/02 19:30)The Paperwhite Kids is at its lowest price, offers a better value than the regular model, and isn't just for kids.
- We Finally Know What the Nintendo Switch 2 (and Its Games) Will Cost (2025/04/02 19:11)Nintendo's newest console and its games are more expensive than ever.
- Your Apple Watch Alarm Doesn’t Have to Be Silent (2025/04/02 19:00)Make sure you hear your Apple Watch alarm, even in Silent mode.
- The Four Best Alternatives to Zelle (2025/04/02 18:30)Zelle's service is still available through banks, but there are other (better?) ways to send and receive money.
- It Takes 50 Hours to Earn the Right to Preorder a Switch 2 From Nintendo (2025/04/02 18:05)The House of Mario isn't pulling any punches.
- The Zelle App Shut Down, but Zelle Lives On (2025/04/02 18:00)Zelle shut down its standalone apps for Android and iOS, but you can still use the service through your banking app.
- Fake Online Car Dealership Scams Are More Convincing Than People Think (2025/04/02 17:30)Don't trust a deal that's too good to be true.
- 'Text Lens' Can Copy Any Text From Your Mac's Screen (2025/04/02 16:30)Even text that is impossible to select.
- All the Games Coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 (2025/04/02 16:15)A new Mario Kart, GameCube games, and even a new IP.
- Runway Says That Its Gen-4 AI Videos Are Now More Consistent (2025/04/02 16:00)Runway claims that its video generator is now able to remember people, objects, and scenes.
- This Nintendo Switch OLED Is $250 Right Now (2025/04/02 15:30)The seven-inch OLED screen on this refurbished Switch is brighter, crisper, and more vibrant than the original’s LCD.
- Everything We Know About the Switch 2's Design and Specs (2025/04/02 15:25)The new console isn't exactly on the cutting edge.
- Why I Pay for Kagi, the Ad-Free Google Search Alternative (2025/04/02 14:30)Use redirects, filters, and anti-clickbait features to make the most of Kagi.
- PowerToys Now Converts Videos and Audio Too (2025/04/02 14:00)Turn any video or audio file into an MP3, or any video into an MP4, by copying and pasting.
- This Free App Brings Back the Windows 2000, XP, or Vista Taskbars (2025/04/02 13:30)Swap out the (bad) Windows 11 taskbar for one with the usability and aesthetics you once took for granted.
- The 30 Best Original Shows Streaming on Max Right Now (2025/04/02 13:00)"It's not TV, it's Max" doesn't have quite the same ring to it, but the shows are still great.
- How to Lock Down Your Phone When Crossing the U.S. Border (2025/04/02 12:30)Here's what you need to know to secure your data.
- You Can Grow a Mini Fruit Tree on Your Patio (2025/04/02 12:00)Micro fruit trees and shrubs can thrive in pots, and your patio provides great conditions.
- My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: This Bose Smart Soundbar (2025/04/01 21:30)Bose's newest premium soundbar lets you use your Bose earbuds as surround-sound speakers.
- Some Tech Is Still More Than Half Off After Amazon’s Big Spring Sale (2025/04/01 20:30)Grab these speakers, robot vacuums, portable generators, security cameras, and other tech deals while you still can.
- Apple Just Released Hundreds of Security Patches for iPhone, iPad, and Mac (2025/04/01 20:00)60 patches on iOS, and over 120 on macOS.
- iOS 18.4 and macOS 15.4 Sneakily Enable Automatic Updates on Your iPhone and Mac (2025/04/01 20:00)Watch out for automatic downloads and installation for future OS updates.
- You Should Be Freezing Chickpea Liquid (2025/04/01 19:30)You can use it as an egg substitute or to thicken up soups and sauces.
- What to Expect From the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct (2025/04/01 19:00)The wait is finally over.
- How to Discover Which Apps Drain Your Laptop’s Battery the Most (2025/04/01 18:00)Before you can improve laptop battery life, you need to know what is draining it.
- My Favorite Fitness Watch Is Getting Walking Workouts and a Smart Alarm (2025/04/01 17:30)It's the new version of my favorite fitness watch, with some fun upgrades.
- Gemini 2.5 Pro Is Google’s Most Powerful AI Model Yet, and It’s Already Free (2025/04/01 17:00)Gemini 2.5 Pro shows upgrades in reasoning, science, and coding.
- ChatGPT's Viral Image Generator Is Now Available to Everyone (2025/04/01 16:30)More realism, better text, improved consistency.
- What You Gain (and Lose) by Using Ad Blockers (2025/04/01 16:00)Ad blockers have some drawbacks, but they can also protect you from scams and trackers.
- What Is a Browser Cache, Anyway? (2025/04/01 15:30)Caching speeds up browsing—but it also needs to be cleared.
- What VPNs Can Do (and What They Can't) (2025/04/01 15:00)How they work, how to choose one, and how much they cost.
- How Passwords Managers Work (and Why You Should Finally Start Using One) (2025/04/01 14:30)You need to keep your login credentials somewhere safer.
- The Best Internet Browsers for Protecting Your Privacy (and the Worst One) (2025/04/01 14:00)We asked two privacy experts which browsers to use when it matters most. Here's what they said.
- This 10th Gen Kindle Oasis Is $130 Right Now (2025/04/01 13:30)This is a premium (refurbished) eReader without the premium price.
- What People Are Getting Wrong This Week: The Most Influential Hoax in American History (2025/04/01 13:00)How an obscure work of literary satire altered the course of our nation.
- The 'Real' History of April Fools' Day (and Why It Isn’t Funny Anymore) (2025/04/01 12:30)The origins of everyone's least favorite "holiday" are shrouded in mystery.
- You Can Get Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac on Sale for $43 Right Now (2025/03/31 22:30)It’s a straightforward, affordable solution for a single Mac device.
- You Can Get a Lifetime License to Windows 11 Pro for $15 Right Now (2025/03/31 21:30)It's only for a single device, but you can get Windows 11 Pro for just $15.
- The Best Tech You Can Still Grab for Under $50 During Amazon's Big Spring Sale (2025/03/31 21:00)You can still get speakers, security cameras, trackers, and more—for less.
- T-Mobile Class-Action Payouts Are Just About on Their Way (2025/03/31 20:38)If you're a claimant in the class-action lawsuit, your payment is nearly here.
- My Favorite Portable Projector Is $70 Off Right Now (2025/03/31 20:30)Plus choose between two accessories or go for the stand-battery combo for $45 more.
- This Kodak Printomatic Instant Print Camera Is on Sale for $60 Right Now (2025/03/31 20:15)A nostalgic, no-fuss photo experience that turns moments into sticker photos without the clutter of ink or apps.
- Here Are All the New Features in iOS 18.4 (2025/03/31 19:30)Apple's promised smarter Siri is ... still not here.
- This Refurbished 2020 MacBook Air Is on Sale for $440 Right Now (2025/03/31 19:15)If you want a clean, modern MacBook without paying full price, this deal might be the one.
- Seven Ways to Save More Money on a DIY Home Renovation Project (2025/03/31 19:00)Saving cash when you’re doing some DIY improvements to your home doesn’t necessarily have to mean cheaper materials.
- Why I Always Leave My Pizza Dough in the Fridge for Three Days (2025/03/31 18:30)This trick is how you get a more pizzeria-quality pizza.
- This 2019 iPad With Beats Flex Headphones Is on Sale for Just $160 Right Now (2025/03/31 18:15)This refurbished iPad 7th Gen with Beats Flex headphones is on sale for almost 50% off.
- Oura’s ‘AI Advisor’ Is Out of Beta Testing, but Is It Worth Using? (2025/03/31 18:00)The Oura app now has an AI chatbot, but I'm struggling to see the point of it.
- You Can Get a 1-Year Sam's Club Membership for $25 Right Now (2025/03/31 17:15)The membership is 50% off and also includes extras like discounts on travel and rental cars.
- How to Try Out Windows' New 'Blue Screen of Death' (2025/03/31 17:00)Spoiler: It's no longer blue.
- Watch Out for This Info-Stealing Malware on Windows (2025/03/31 16:30)CoffeeLoader impersonates Armoury Crate—and is nearly impossible to detect.
- My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The Sonos Arc Soundbar (2025/03/31 15:30)The Sonos Arc drops $300 for the first time, a new record low.
- The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 Is at Its Lowest Price Right Now (2025/03/31 15:00)This isn’t a laptop for power users or creative professionals, but if you need an affordable second screen, it gets the job done.
- The Out-of-Touch Adults' Guide to Kid Culture: Incels and the 80/20 Rule (2025/03/31 14:30)Masculinity is getting more toxic, and incels are getting younger.
- Google Just Added Some AI Features to Its Vacation Planning Tools (2025/03/31 14:00)Get some AI-powered help for your travel planning.
- What's New on Prime Video in April 2025 (2025/03/31 13:30)Ballet series "Étoile," action film "G20," and gore starring Kevin Bacon.
- You Can Now Make WhatsApp the Default Calling and Messaging App on Your iPhone (2025/03/31 12:30)Get easy shortcuts to call and message people directly on WhatsApp.
- The 60 Best Classic Movies You Can Stream Right Now (2025/03/31 12:00)Revisiting the best movies from the 1970s and earlier.
- The Best Deals on Tech That Are Still Live After the Spring Sale Season (2025/03/28 21:07)From phones to laptops, here are some of my favorite spring tech deals that are still live from the biggest retailers.
- This Powerful, Portable Speaker Is $70 Off During Amazon's Big Spring Sale (2025/03/28 20:33)This speaker is dust- and water-proof, has 360-degree sound and 20-hour battery life.
- 11 Low-Cost, High-Impact Upgrades You Should Do Immediately After Buying a Home (2025/03/28 20:00)These projects aren't too costly or difficult, but they'll make a new house feel way more like a proper home.
- These Are My Favorite Kitchen Appliance Deals During Amazon's Big Spring Sale (2025/03/28 19:54)This sale is a good opportunity to get into a long-term relationship with some key kitchen appliances.
- The Best Fitness Watches for Every Kind of Runner (2025/03/28 19:00)Including the best Garmin, the best budget Garmin, and the underdog favorite you’ve probably never heard of.
- Amazon's Biggest Kindle Is $75 Off Right Now (2025/03/28 18:33)Amazon's Big Spring Sale is a good time to upgrade your Kindle's screen size.
- The Sleep Earbuds I Use Every Night Are $30 Off Right Now (2025/03/28 17:52)These earbuds are specifically designed to help you get a good night's sleep, and I absolutely love them.
- You Can Finally Turn the Page on Some Kindles Without Tapping the Screen (2025/03/28 17:30)The feature only works on the Kindle Colorsoft and the most recent Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition.
- These Dutch Ovens Are Less Than $70 Right Now (Including My Favorite One) (2025/03/28 17:04)These highly rated Dutch ovens are just as good as the fancy-shmancy ones.
- Facebook's New Friends-Only Feed Lets You Scroll Like It's 2008 (2025/03/28 17:00)"OG" Facebook is so back, in this one feed.
- Suction Isn't the Only Thing That Matters When Choosing a Robot Vacuum (2025/03/28 16:00)The size and design of the vacuum are important, too.
- The Best Deals on Fitness Equipment in Amazon’s Big Spring Sale (2025/03/28 15:42)Powerblock, Peloton, NordicTrack, WalkingPad, TRX, and Assault Fitness all have equipment on sale.
- My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: The Dangbei Freedo Portable Projector (2025/03/28 15:30)This portable projector with an official Netflix license and a display of up to 180 inches is $150 off.
- Google's First-Gen Pixel Watch Is at Its Lowest Price (2025/03/28 12:41)Google's first Pixel Watch is competitive with the newer models—and it's 61% off right now.
- This Action Camera With Accessories Is Now Under $200 (2025/03/28 12:21)At this price, you're getting DJI’s rugged action cam with a few solid accessories thrown in.
- This Subscription-Free, Solar-Powered 4K Security Camera Kit Is at Its Lowest Price (2025/03/28 11:21)It's simple to install, runs efficiently off solar, and skips the cloud fees.
- A Three-Year Subscription to Surfshark VPN Is Less Than $70 Today (2025/03/27 22:00)If your goal is online privacy without turning your setup into a tech project, this might be a low-risk place to start.
- You Can Get Discounted Bundles of Music, Movies, and Books at Amazon and Target (2025/03/27 21:48)Both retailers have buy-three-get-one-free deals allowing you to mix-and-match your own bundles of entertainment.
- This Is the Best Robot Vacuum-Mop Combo I've Used, and It's 45% Off Right Now (2025/03/27 21:30)Getting a premium robot vacuum and mop like this one for under $1,000 is rare.
- The Best Deals on Fitness Trackers and Smartwatches During Amazon’s Big Spring Sale (2025/03/27 21:03)Watches from Apple, Garmin, Fitbit, and Samsung are all on sale.
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