Review Geek - You Already Own a Cloud Gaming Handheld

November 1, 2022

With cloud gaming on the rise, many AAA game titles are becoming available for everyone, even if they don’t own a console. But you do have to play those games on something. And companies like Logitech and Razer are coming out with cloud gaming devices. But with the economy how it is, you might not be able to justify buying another gaming device. Luckily for you, you probably already own a handheld gaming machine. And you may be reading this very email on it right now. In today’s top story, our news editor, Andrew Heinzman, shows you what else you need besides a smartphone to get started with cloud gaming.

Other Highlights:

• Review Geek contributor Bill Loguidice introduces you to the Amazon Astro.
• You might be able to buy that Twitter verification badge you’ve always wanted.
• Telsa’s new semi trucks accelerate with remarkable ease and smoothness.
• … and more

-Danny

Dedicated cloud gaming handhelds from Logitech and Razer promise to deliver a AAA console-like experience in your pocket. But instead of spending hundreds on a cloud gaming handheld, maybe you should use the one you already own—your smartphone. Read More »

Amazon Astro tries its best to be the first practical general-purpose personal robot. Unfortunately, outside of some specific use cases arguably better served by other devices, you’ll likely struggle to find uses for it. Read More »

LEGO has unveiled several of its popular “Ideas” creations in 2022 like the Jazz Quartet set, but this latest LEGO Ideas build kicks things up a notch. While it’s smaller than the original fan-submitted design, LEGO is releasing a buildable and playable Foosball table. Read More »

Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More »

Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More »

Nothing is worse than walking outside on a cold, dark, windy morning and finding your car windshield covered in snow. Or even worse, ice. That’s why this 46-inch extendable snow bush, squeegee, and ice scraper combo tool is a must-buy this winter season. Save your back, stay dry, and quickly remove snow and ice from your car windshield and hood.

Don’t forget to get the snow off the roof, too, as it can slide off and be hazardous to drivers behind you. Throw your old hand scraper away and get this instead.

In an odd twist, Nuheara’s first pair of FDA-cleared OTC hearing aids arrive with HP branding. The new HP Hearing PRO use a self-fitting design and promise to reduce the frustration of mild or moderate hearing loss. More importantly, they only cost $699—that’s nearly $4,000 less than the average prescription hearing aid. Read More »

Businesses thrive by selling people things they don’t need, and if you have an internet connection, there’s a good chance your provider has tried to upsell you a high-tech-sounding package. But is it something that can make a difference in your life, or will you just be wasting money? Read More »

Now that October is over, Anker and its sub-brands are running some killer “Black Friday” sales. So, not only can you save money on Anker charging accessories and Soundcore headphones, but you can score eufy smart security cameras at a deep discount. Read More »

Ahead of Tesla’s Semi trucks getting delivered in December to Pepsi Co, the first company to receive the new all-electric Semi, we’ve received a rather impressive video of it in action. The rare glimpse shows off its impressively fast and smooth acceleration from a complete stop. Read More »

Steve Jobs set the standard for product announcements in Apple Events. His keynote appearances became so popular that fans dubbed his speeches “Steve Notes.” Now, it’s a tradition for Apple to send colorful invitations to the press members for upcoming events, with a tagline teasing what’s to come. Read More »

Big changes may be coming to Twitter’s user verification model. According to a report by The Verge, Twitter could charge $20 for a blue check mark—this exact figure may be inaccurate, though. Read More »

Did you wake up to a suspended Instagram account in the last 24 hours? If so, it’s not just you. Today, we’re seeing a massive uptick in reports all over Twitter from people saying their Instagram got suspended. Here’s what we know and what you can do about it. Read More »

If you’re a fan of leaving a TV on for background noise (or trying to convince someone not to), you might be curious about how much an always-on TV contributes to your electric bill. Read More »

There are numerous reasons why I could never get a job as tech support, since my answer to most queries would be: “Did you blow on it? Maybe you should blow on it. Nothing? Ok, hold on. Try hitting it.” Read More »

If you’re serious about your home theater setup, you need a subwoofer. This is a big ask for Sonos owners, as the company’s Sub is great but expensive. The Sonos Sub Mini aims to provide that key low-end thump, but with a smaller price and footprint than its larger sibling. Read More »

The beginning of the month is here, and that means there’s plenty to watch on Netflix. From anticipated movie sequels to new reality shows, there’s both original content and classic films hitting streaming. Read More »