What's New in Chrome 104, Available Today

August 2, 2022

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Cows have an unusual dental configuration compared to humans and many other mammals; while they have molars on their top and bottom gums, instead of matching upper and lower teeth in the front they have lower incisors that press against a tough pad of skin on the top front section of their mouth.

Happy Tuesday! Chrome 104 is starting to roll out today. In the world of mobile devices, Apple is placing more ads on the iPhone and iPad App Store, while Samsung has launched its partnership with iFixit to provide Galaxy phone and tablet replacement parts.

If you use PayPal, you should also be aware of a scam that has been making the rounds for a while, which takes advantage of PayPal’s invoice system. Don’t fall for it!

– Corbin

The slow march of Chrome releases continues with version 104 of Google’s popular browser. This update, available August 2, 2022, includes page loading experiments, better screen sharing tools, and a handful of UI changes for Chromebooks. Read More »

Early-bird sales for REDMAGIC's next-generation gaming phone are live today! Reserve your 7S Pro for $1 from August 2-8. Then claim your phone through REDMAGIC's website when it launches on August 9, with deal prices starting at $699 ($30 off). All models feature high performance Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processors, dedicated REDMAGIC Red Core 1 gaming chips, advanced 10-layer cooling systems, and mighty 5,000 mAh batteries. Please note that you must buy a $1 voucher within the specified window to redeem this offer.

Over the course of a career spanning more than three decades, Brad Pitt has evolved from a heartthrob into a respected Oscar winner, all while maintaining his movie-star charisma. Here are the best Brad Pitt movies to stream online. Read More »

College dorms are very small, so it’s important to keep everything as organized as possible. Even small items being strewn about can quickly make a small room a stressful, messy place. STORi’s SimpleSort organizers are perfect for keeping small items in one place, clearing up your desk and drawers for more important items.

These 6x3x2 inch organizers are the perfect length to gather up writing utensils, while the smaller 3x3x2 inch organizers are great for smaller objects like USB flash drives. They stack as well, making them easy to load up and store away.

Many companies are starting to endorse self-repair programs as an alternative to professional repairs or upgrading. Partnering with iFixit, Samsung has officially launched its own self-repair program for Galaxy phones and tablets. Read More »

Windows 11 comes with noticeably less bloatware than Windows 10 — but that doesn’t mean it is perfect. There are plenty of annoying features right out of the box that most people won’t like on a new Windows 11 PC, although thankfully, Candy Crush isn’t one of them. Read More »

If you’re shopping for VPNs you may have come across so-called VPN routers. They’re handy tools that can be used to have an entire network enjoy the benefits of a VPN, but they also come with some drawbacks. Let’s take a closer look at what VPN routers can and can’t do. Read More »

The Nintendo Switch is a fantastic handheld console, and even though it’s not as feature-packed as a gaming PC (or even some other consoles), there are a few helpful features you might not know about. Read More »

The cloud gaming marketplace has never been more exciting or versatile than it is today. You can play the latest games on almost any device—from a budget laptop to a smartphone or tablet—with awesome graphical quality and for a surprisingly low price. Read More »

Camping is often seen as an opportunity to leave your tech at home, but that’s not always the best idea. There’s a lot of tech out there that can improve your enjoyment of the great outdoors, not to mention keep you safe. Read More »

Electricity isn’t just a luxury. An extended power outage could result in food spoilage, harm to your pets, a flooded basement, or burst pipes. Use these solutions to get automatic alerts when your home’s power goes out so you can take action. Read More »

Lenovo’s Yoga series of laptops have always been excellent showpieces for the versatility of modern Windows operating systems. Fortunately, the Yoga 7i 14-Inch laptop (Yoga 7 14IAL7) also adds some surprising performance to its bag of tricks for a relatively low price of just $1199.99. Read More »

Summers aren’t getting any cooler, so there’s no time like the present to improve your home’s cooling. Even if you don’t have air conditioning, you might be surprised how easily you can turn your home into a cool oasis—no HVAC installation necessary. Read More »

When microseconds are the difference between game-winning plays and heart-wrenching throws, it pays to have hardware that can keep up. MSI’s MPG ARTYMIS 273CQR monitor stands at the ready, boasting a 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and a curved 27-inch 2K display. Read More »

Solo Stove’s original smokeless fire pits are incredibly popular, and the company just made its 2.0 version even better. Now, instead of having to flip over the 20-pound stainless steel basin to empty it out, there’s a removable ash pan that catches almost everything. It’s really awesome. Read More »

If you run a multiple-monitor setup on your Windows 10 PC, it’s essential to know how to move windows between displays. With a few drags of the mouse or a simple keyboard shortcut, it’s easy to manage windows like a ninja. Here’s how. Read More »

Scammers are always looking for new ways to steal your personal details or money, and over the past few months, an exploit in PayPal’s invoice system is being used to create convincing phishing messages. Read More »

If you want to create a budget and share it with your housemates, Google Sheets is a great option. Use a template or make a budget from scratch and then share it so you can all work on it together. Read More »

Advertisements are already a common sight on the Apple App Store, especially when searching for apps, but now Apple is preparing to roll out ads in more App Store sections. Read More »

Leaving a child or pet in a hot car can quickly turn into a tragedy, and most people are aware of the dangers. Forgetfulness can lead to a driver not checking the car for additional passengers when disembarking, and that’s where automated reminders come in. Read More »