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November 10, 2022

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A “Quaker gun” is a deception tactic that was common in warfare during the 18th and 19th centuries wherein defending soldiers would paint logs black to give the illusion that they were real cannons. The name is derived from the nickname for the Religious Society of Friends (or “Quakers”) and their religious opposition to war and violence.

Happy Thursday! There’s some exciting TV news this week. Peacock now includes access to local NBC channels, which previously required a full TV subscription or a TV antenna. Roku is also rolling out a dedicated Sports page on the Home Screen, making it easier to find your favorite games and teams.

In other news, the Mozilla Thunderbird mail and calendar app has shared a sneak peek at the next update, codenamed “Supernova.” That $18 Nest Mini deal from the other day is also still going, and Anker has discounted its USB-C-to-Lightning cable to just $11.

– Corbin

Nobody wants to spend money on wasted electricity. Here are some simple ways to cut back on the waste around your home and lower your electric bill. Read More »

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If you’re in the market for a new microphone, you may have noticed the term “supercardioid” used to describe some mics. What does this mean, and how are these microphones different from other microphone types? Read More »

A sink organizer might seem like an extraneous product. Just put the sponges and scrubbers at the top of the sink, you might think. But if you live with kids (or adults!) that have trouble staying neat and organized, a simple, inexpensive product like iDesign’s Stainless Steel Sink Organizer gives these sink items a place to belong.

This sink organizer has room for two items—so you would typically use it for a sponge and a scrubber. Add a compact design and anti-skid feet, and this simple item can be put next to nearly any sink, saving some frustration and keeping the space organized.

One of the biggest improvements to the iPhone 14 was the introduction of a new Satellite SOS feature, allowing you to get help and access to emergency services outside of cell tower range. Soon, you’ll actually be able to use it. Read More »

Apple introduced the AirTag in 2021 as a small Bluetooth-powered tag for tracking items for $29. Anker has now introduced a tracker compatible with the same Apple “Find My” network, and it might just be better than Apple’s own AirTag. Read More »

The iPhone still uses a Lightning port for charging and data connections, but a cable with a USB Type-C port on the other end can boost charging speeds. Now you can get a USB-C to Lightning cable from Anker for just $11. Read More »

AirPods are popular headphones that fit snuggly into Apple’s ecosystem. For the most part, sound quality is decent, noise cancellation is reasonable, and build quality means they can withstand a few hard knocks. But there’s one design flaw that only an aftermarket case can solve. Read More »

There are many excellent video editors for Windows, Mac, Linux, and even iPad, but the situation is bleaker on Chromebooks and Android devices. Thankfully, there’s some good news, as LumaFusion has arrived in open beta. Read More »

Thanksgiving may not be what first comes to mind when people think of holiday-themed movies, but there are quite a few films that have tackled the fall holiday over the years. Here are 10 good movies that you can stream at home on Thanksgiving. Read More »

Once relegated as novelty lighting, LED strip lights can be used everywhere in your home from behind your TV, beneath your kitchen cabinets, and inside your car. Our top picks will get you using these convenient, easy-to-install lights in no time. Read More »

For years, Roku had the simplest interface of all smart TV platforms, sometimes to a fault. That started to change earlier this year, and now, a new page for sports content is rolling out. Read More »

We’ve finally established that 640K of memory isn’t quite enough for anyone, but the correct amount of RAM remains a hot debate topic. RAM isn’t cheap, but the time may finally be here to move on to 32GB of memory. Read More »

If you’ve ever bemoaned being “wine drunk” or had a “tequila hangover,” you might be operating under the idea that different types of alcohol can make you different types of drunk. It’s a common thing to say and hear, but is it true? Read More »

It’s not often that a simulation game doubles as a viable crash course for its subject activity. However, PC Building Simulator 2 bridges the gap between interactive experience and tech manual with a rudimentary glimpse at the inner workings of gaming PCs and the well-known brands that fuel them. Read More »

Who says Christmas only has to last for a single day? With a holiday advent calendar, you can extend your celebrations for the entire month of December, and who doesn’t love a present every day? Read More »

Surprise! Groceries are expensive! Okay, we know. That’s not really a surprise. If you want to help your budget a bit and circumvent some of those grocery expenses, though, Amazon’s early Black Friday sale might have just the product. Read More »

Mastodon—the open-source social media platform—is having a moment. Hundreds of thousands of people are giving it a try, and if you’re one of them, you’re probably looking for some accounts to follow. We’ve got 10 fun ones to get you started. Read More »

Many people these days turn to Bluetooth speakers for the bulk of their music listening. This is fine for when you’re on the go, but at home, you might want to treat your music to better speakers. The Fluance Ai41 speakers offer much better sound, but with all the convenience of Bluetooth. Read More »

Google’s “One” subscription service not only lets you get more storage space across Google service, but it also gives you access to a VPN. Now, you can use it as a regular VPN client on Windows and macOS computers. Read More »

Thunderbird, the long-running email and calendar application from Mozilla, has spent this year reorganizing and working on major updates. Now the development team is starting to show off the next big upgrade, codenamed “Thunderbird Supernova.” Read More »

Considering how often drivers yell angrily at other drivers they know can’t hear them in traffic, a vehicle may not be the best place to conduct a work meeting. Nevertheless, Tesla vehicles will soon allow drivers to participate in video conferencing in their cars, without having to use a mobile device. Read More »

YouTube has been around since 2005, and it’s one of the most visited websites in the world. Tons of features have been added to the YouTube website and apps over the years. We’ll share some you may not know about. Read More »