You Paid for Your Tech but You Don't Really Own It

September 5, 2022

I’m going to keep this one short and simple because I think you should go straight to the top story. Do not pass go, do not collect $200.

You don’t own your tech. No, you really don’t. Check out the top story, and we’ll tell you why.

Other Highlights:

• Some computer mice are just far too clickly to use in the office. Check out these silent options that won’t annoy everyone around you.
• Leica makes great cameras that cost a boatload. So I bet its new projector is great and costs a boatload.
• This one-handed Nintendo Switch controller mod is ingenious.
• … and more!

-Josh

The latest technology can be expensive, but knowing that the thing you bought is yours forever might take a bit of the sting out of a four-figure purchase. The problem is, you haven’t bought the whole device, and in certain circumstances, you will end up holding a useless lump of plastic. Read More »

If you want to be a rockstar, it helps if you know how to play guitar. And, with these helpful online guitar lesson resources, you won’t have to deal with a teacher—just grab your ax and start jamming your way to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Read More »

Portable chargers are a great way to keep all your gadgets powered on when you’re enjoying the great outdoors or on the go. But once it runs out of battery or you go off the grid, you’re out of luck. That’s where the new Anker 515 Portable Solar Panel charger comes to save the day. Read More »

Leica, the popular camera company, just announced its first 4K laser projector that’s big on specs and packs a price tag to match. The new Leica Cine 1 ultra-short throw (UST) projector comes in two variants and can beam an 80- or 100-inch 4K image while only being a few inches from a wall. Read More »

At this point, it’s no secret that GM’s Cruise self-driving robotaxi service isn’t going too well. Then again, new technology like this is bound to hit a few speed bumps or potholes. This week we learned that Cruise issued a voluntary software recall, updated the system, and has new software in all 80 of its self-driving cars. Read More »

Typing with a QWERTY keyboard is usually faster and more efficient than with an iPhone touch screen. But carting around a physical Bluetooth keyboard isn’t practical. For those moments when you wish you had a full-sized keyboard, there’s the AGS Wireless laster Projection Bluetooth Keyboard. This device transforms any flat surface into a miniature computer station, allowing you the finger-freedom to get some work done when you’re not near your desktop.

After building one-handed adapters for the Xbox and PS5, AkakiKuumeri now sells a similar attachment for the Nintendo Switch Joy-Cons. The 3D-printed, fully mechanical adapter allows gamers to access the full range of Joy-Con controls using just one hand. Read More »

Whether completing a company assignment or taking on a boss in a game, most of us use our computer mice daily to meet our goals. However, mice can also be noisy, especially if you’re a frequent clicker or in a public space. Silent mice are the answer for you. Read More »

Are you ready for a new era of SSDs? Following the Ryzen 7000 launch on August 29th, AMD executives announced that the first consumer-grade PCIe 5.0 SDDs will launch in November. These advanced SSDs offer up to 15.8 Gbps of bandwidth—so long as you own a compatible CPU and motherboard, of course. Read More »

If you want an ereader that isn’t locked to the Amazon store, the new Kobo Clara 2E might be your best low-cost option. It packs advanced features, including a gorgeous screen and waterproof design, in a $130 package. And unlike the Kindle, it lets you read any ebook file without a complicated sideloading process. Read More »

Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Flip 4 introduces some small changes and improvements, including enhanced cover screen functionality. But it sill doesn’t go all the way. If you want to really treat your Flip 4’s cover screen like a second display, you need CoverScreen OS. Read More »

A large solar flare frying all of Earth’s electronic devices and sending us back to the stone age sounds like the plot of a bad science fiction movie—but it could happen. Luckily, protecting your electronics from solar flares and electromagnetic pulses (EMPs) is quite simple. Read More »

Most major theaters in the United States will offer tickets for just $3 on September 3rd. This nationwide discount is in observance of National Cinema Day—a made-up holiday that just happens to fall on Labor Day Weekend, a historically slow weekend for theaters. Read More »

When you have a lot to do in a day, it can get overwhelming quickly. Writing everything down helps, but why use paper when you can make full use of a task management tool on your phone, computer, or both. These tools allow you to view everything you need to do on any device and provide far more features than your notebook. And with how many of these tools exist today, there’s sure to be out there that’s perfect for you. Read More »

Online shopping has revolutionized retail, mostly for the better, but some purchases require more care and attention than others. Make sure you do your due diligence when buying online before you fall for a fake or a scam. Read More »