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Today Only: This Tiny 65W 2-Port USB-C Charger Is Just $32

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 23:39:46 +0200

You might have a few USB Type-C wall adapters around your home, but Spigen has one on sale right now that can fast-charge two devices at once. Best of all, it’s small enough to fit in any bag.

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Disney+ With Ads Is Here, and It Doesn’t Work on Roku

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 21:49:36 +0200

We have some good news and bad news. Disney+ price hikes are live as of the publishing date, pushing the price to $10.99 a month, up from $7.99/mo. The good news is that if you’d rather not pay that much, the ad-supported tier has also gone live today.

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How to Block Websites on Android

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 21:00:44 +0200

Do you want to block a specific site so it won’t distract you when you’re working? Or maybe you want to restrict access to inappropriate sites? You can block websites on Android either with or without a dedicated app, and we’ll show you how to do both.

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The Five Best PC Upgrades to Improve Performance

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 20:00:00 +0200

Upgrading a PC? Your choices range from installing more RAM to custom building a case designed for a DIY liquid cooling system. Which upgrades are the best depends on your PC. What specs does it have right now? Are you gaming, editing 4K videos, or just browsing the web?

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Boost Infinite's New Mobile Service Offers Unlimited Everything for $25

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 19:47:04 +0200

Boost Mobile, owned by Dish Wireless, is ready to launch its all-new mobile service provider to take on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. It’s called Boost Infinite, and you’ll get unlimited talk, text, data, and much more for only $25 a month, forever.

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Why You Shouldn't Use Indoor Cameras

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 19:20:46 +0200

Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four is often used as an analogy for the dystopian hell we seem to be sliding towards. One of the book’s creepier elements involved surveillance devices being installed in people’s homes. But if you’re jamming cameras in your own house, Orwell isn’t the only thing you have to worry about.

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You Can Finally Tell Chrome to Use Less RAM

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 19:00:41 +0200

After more than a decade of complaints, Chrome for desktop finally offers a memory-saving mode. There’s also a new battery-saving mode that activates when your laptop reaches 20% battery life. Rollout for these features will take a few weeks, though.

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Google Is Finally Making Chrome Use Less RAM

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 19:00:07 +0200

Google Chrome uses sandboxing to improve security, which has the unfortunate side effect of requiring more RAM for each tab. There’s a new feature rolling out that (partially) addresses the problem.

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The 25 Best Gifts for Cutting the Cord for 2022

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 19:00:00 +0200

Cord cutting—ditching a traditional cable subscription—has never been easier. However, there’s no shortage of options when it comes to how you can cut the cord. For the cord cutter in your life, you have plenty of gifts to consider.

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You Can Now Protect Your Apple Account With Hardware Keys

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:59:45 +0200

Two-factor authentication is a must-have in today’s digital world. There are different methods for it, but perhaps the most secure one is using a hardware key. Now, you’ll be able to secure your Apple account using one.

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Bring Home Crisp Audio With Kanto YU2 Desk Speakers for $80 Off

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:55:20 +0200

There’s nothing quite like singing along to your favorite tunes while working from home. Kanto YU2 desktop stereo speakers deliver a stream of crystal-clear, booming audio that’s sure to inspire a solo karaoke session. Snag them today for a new discounted price of $189.99 ($80 off) to enjoy a speaker system that’s functional, compact, and nice to look at.

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System76’s New Open-Source Hardware Keyboard Is Massive

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:30:46 +0200

If you’re a keyboard enthusiast, System76’s Launch lineup of keyboards is perhaps among the best keyboards out there. They’re a little on the expensive side, but they allow unparalleled tweaking allowing you to get it to work just how you like to. And you can now get it with a numpad, even.

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Thank Your Amazon Drivers and They Might Score a $5 Tip

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:29:48 +0200

If you’ve ever wanted to thank your Amazon delivery driver for going above and beyond the call of duty, you can now use Alexa to do it. Just say, “Alexa, thank my driver,” to notify them of your appreciation. The company will tip the first million drivers that get thanked five dollars.

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You Can Get Unlimited T-Mobile Home Internet for $25/Month (50% Off)

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:26:57 +0200

T-Mobile has spent the past year expanding its home internet service to more areas across the United States. Now you can try out the 5G-powered home internet for half off the usual price, with a few catches.

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IKEA's New Floor Standing Lamp Doubles as a Sonos Speaker

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:18:48 +0200

The IKEA Symfonisk lamp speaker, made in collaboration with Sonos, is a unique smart home product unlike any other. The first model came out in 2019, but today, IKEA announced a new floor-standing lamp designed to light up any space while delivering stunning sound.

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How to Reduce Unwanted Motion Blur on Your TV or Monitor

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 18:00:00 +0200

Flat panel displays, regardless of the underlying technology, can suffer from various types of blur when objects and fields of view are moving gast. This can make it difficult to see motion clearly, but you don’t have to live with that much blur if you tweak a few things.

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The 7 Best Board Game Alternatives to Risk

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 17:24:57 +0200

Do you like the feeling of ruling the world? Maybe you’ve flexed your tyranny in every game of Risk1 you’ve ever played but yet the dominance is growing a little old. Or are you ready to overthrow the current tyrannical board game dictatorship? You may need another game that leads to global supremacy.

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How to Check What Graphics Card (GPU) Is in Your PC

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 17:24:00 +0200

All computers have graphics hardware that handles everything from displaying your desktop and decoding videos to rendering demanding PC games. Most modern PCs have graphics processing units (GPUs) made by Intel, NVIDIA, or AMD, but remembering which model you have installed can be difficult.

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The Best Subwoofers of 2022

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 17:00:00 +0200

Whether it’s for music or movies, a subwoofer will improve almost any sort of audio. If you’re not familiar with them, it can be tough to choose the perfect subwoofer for you, which is what we’re here for.

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5 Ways to Speed Up Your Windows PC’s Login Process

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 16:00:32 +0200

Windows optimization tips often center on making your PC run faster, but what if you want to log in faster and with fewer hassles? These simple tweaks can help.