Minimalist Phones, Mastodon, and Annoying Movie References

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You may not know who Carl Stalling is, but if you grew up watching Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies shorts, then you certainly heard his music; during the 22 years he produced musical scores for Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons, he averaged a complete score per week.

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November 8, 2022

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You may not know who Carl Stalling is, but if you grew up watching Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies shorts, then you certainly heard his music; during the 22 years he produced musical scores for Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons, he averaged a complete score per week.

🚀 Taking Off and Crashing Down

Happy Tuesday! The Mastodon social media network is skyrocketing in popularity, while uncontrolled rockets are crashing down to Earth. Microsoft is also starting to test “Create,” a new one-stop shop for Office and video templates.

Finally, we’re starting to see more sales pop up ahead of Black Friday — Apple just cut the price of the new M2 MacBook Air by $150, the best discount yet.

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Apple M2 MacBook Air Now on Sale for Lowest Price Yet


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The Best Family Movies on Netflix in 2022


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The Best VPN Services for Netflix in 2022


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Windows 11 Now Has Camera Options in the Quick Settings


As videoconferencing apps keep become more common, you need to keep your computer’s camera feed looking sharp. Now, you can quickly change your camera’s settings with a new, handy toggle on Windows 11. Read More »

 
Uncontrolled Space Rocket Landings Are Still Happening


Generally when we worry about things falling on us, it tends to be bird poop. You can now add “rocket boosters hurtling to Earth” to that list, though the odds are still low on space debris hitting you. Read More »

 
Mastodon Is Taking Off: Why It’s My Favorite Social Media Network


Mastodon has been around for years as an open-source social media platform, and it’s back in the spotlight, thanks to ongoing turmoil at Twitter. I’ve been on Mastodon for years, and it’s a great platform. Read More »

 
What Happened to 3D Desktops Like Bumptop?


Some of the most memorable scenes from Jurassic Park and Minority Report involve 3D computer interfaces that look amazing onscreen but haven’t taken off in real life. Yet 3D desktops aren’t dead, and their peak is still ahead. Read More »

 
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Get a Keurig for 50% Off During Amazon's Early Black Friday Sale


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Corsair K100 AIR Wireless Keyboard Review: Paper-Thin and Packed With Features


Corsair is undoubtedly a household name when it comes to PC parts and accessories. With the K100 AIR Wireless, the company expands its territory into the world of lightweight, low-profile mechanical keyboards. Complete with Cherry MX ULP Tactile switches, this board is one you won’t want to miss. Read More »

 
Stop Referencing a Movie as if Everyone Else Has Seen it 11 Times


It’s a moment that can be haunting: You reference something highly specific in a movie that you’ve seen way too many times, and the people around you, even if they’ve watched said movie, stare blankly and have no idea what you’re talking about. Read More »

 

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Sonos Beam (Gen 2) Review: A Fantastic Soundbar for Movies and Music


Soundbars have come a long way. While they started off as barely providing better sound than your TV speakers, now they support surround sound and even Dolby Atmos. Sonos is ready for the challenge, upping the game on its compact soundbar, the second-generation Sonos Beam. Read More »

 

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Grab a Roku Streaming Stick 4K for $25, the Lowest Price Yet


Last month, Roku discounted most of its streaming media players in time for Amazon’s Prime Early Access sale. Ahead of Black Friday, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is at a new all-time low price. Read More »

 

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Microsoft Create Is Here to Revamp Office Templates


Templates have been a core feature of the Microsoft Office suite for years, giving people an easy way to make better-looking presentations and papers. Now the company has consolidated its templates in one place: Microsoft Create. Read More »

 
Is Blu-ray the Last Optical Disc Format Ever? What’s Next?


With the rise of digital game platforms and streaming services, is there really a future for optical discs? Blu-ray discs are hanging on, but for how much longer? Will Blu-ray discs be the last optical format ever, or will another replace it? Read More »

 
YouTube Shorts Are Now Slightly Better on Your TV


Google’s answer to the growing popularity of TikTok was YouTube Shorts: short videos in (mostly) vertical format. The flipped aspect ratio makes them difficult to watch on TVs, but YouTube is trying to change that. Read More »

 
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