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| December 26, 2022  |
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| Winter is definitely here, and I spent the weekend digging out more snow than I care to admit. The only thing I dislike more than shoveling snow is driving in it. With the right car, though, that experience can be a little better. Teslas, for instance, have several (often optional) winter features that have me a little jealous. We put together a list of everything the car can do (assuming you buy it all), and I think it’ll have you wanting a little more from your car. For my money, I’d take those heated door handles every day of the winter. Other Highlights: - Now that’s good: Google Play is rolling out more features to help parents have more control of kid purchases.
- While I love digital cameras, I can’t help but hope Pentax really does manage to bring back film cameras.
- Alas, it turns out that season 3 of Star Trek: Picard will arrive with one disappointing omission.
- … and more!
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| TODAY'S TOP STORY Tesla Winter Driving Features You Need to Know About |
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If you just bought a new Tesla and are experiencing your first winter, you’re probably wondering how cold weather affects electric cars. Thankfully, Tesla has several neat cold-weather features you’ll want to check out and use. Read More »
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| How to Return Amazon Items Painlessly |
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Purchasing items on Amazon is about as easy as it gets, but it’s not always as simple to return Amazon orders. So, here are the best ways: whether you made an impulse buy on Prime Day or Black Friday or need to return an Amazon order without a box. Read More »
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| Discover the Best Alternatives to Amazon Drive |
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All good things must come to an end, and Amazon Drive is one of them. In a July 29 email, Amazon let us know that we will no longer be able to upload files to Drive at the start of 2023. The email also explained that we’ll need to remove all files from Amazon Drive by December 31, 2023. Otherwise, these files will face a digital death. Read More »
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| How to Watch the Very First Christmas Movie |
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Have you ever seen Santa Claus? No, not The Santa Clause with Tim Allen; I’m talking about the first Christmas movie ever made! The Victorian-era Santa Claus hails from 1898, and to our surprise, it still feels (vaguely) modern thanks to its use of special effects and a familiar Christmas narrative. Read More »
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| The Best Heated Coffee Mugs of 2022 |
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Heated coffee mugs are a must-have for real coffee lovers, including those who love coffee jokes but never joke with their coffee. These smart coffee mugs keep your cappuccino hot all day so you can enjoy your favorite brew from the first sip to the last drop. Read More »
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| STUFF WE LIKE These Electric Scissors Are Great For Cutting Boxes and More |
| Sometimes you buy something and wish you had bought one earlier. That’s exactly how I feel after getting the Worx ZipSnip Electric Scissors. Seriously, these things are great for everything, from quickly (and safely) cutting up all my Amazon boxes and dog food bags to wrapping paper, fabric, carpet, or other DIY jobs around the house. It’s basically a small rechargeable rotary tool that works like scissors, has guards to protect your fingers, and will be a lifesaver for cutting up all those boxes after the holiday shopping season. Buy one. You won’t regret it. |
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| The Best Yule Log Videos to Warm Your Geeky Soul |
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Yule Log videos have been around since 1966 when a local New York City station ran the first episode of Yule Log TV. The idea took off, and now Yule Log videos are a Christmas tradition. But if you’re in the mood for a nice Yule Log video, you don’t have to go traditional. Instead, you can watch something that speaks to your inner geek. Check out these picks. Read More »
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| IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Why You Shouldn’t Throw Christmas Gift Boxes on the Curb |
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The holiday season isn’t just busy for those traveling to see friends and family. It’s also a busy time of the year for thieves. And unfortunately, those boxes you throw out on the curb for that big screen TV or new Playstation 5 show thieves exactly what you have inside the house. Read More »
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| Anker Soundcore VR P10 Earbuds Review: Virtually Flawless |
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Anker claims their Soundcore VR P10 earbuds are the first that have been made with Meta’s standalone VR headsets in mind. But do they really enhance your VR experience, or is it just an attempt to capitalize on the success of the Quest 2? Read More »
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| Today’s Quordle Answers |
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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 »
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| Today’s Wordle Answer |
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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 »
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| Pine64 Tries Its Hand at Another Open-Source Tablet |
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After discontinuing its first open-source tablet, Pine64 is back for round two. The company teased its upcoming PineTab2 during an end-of-year update. Like all Pine64 devices, the PineTab2 is intended for hackers, hobbyists, and programmers—it’s easy to modify and repair, just like the PinePhone. Read More »
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| ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Showrunner Delivers a Disappointment to Fans |
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Of all the variations of the starship Enterprise throughout the history of Star Trek, the one we saw the least is a fan favorite. Many have wondered if we’ll see the Enterprise-E pop up again in the upcoming season of Star Trek: Picard. Showrunner Terry Matalas let us know this week on Twitter. Read More »
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| The Best iPhone Apps of 2022, According to Apple |
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Today, Apple announced the 2022 App Store Award winners. The company highlighted 16 apps that “inspired users to engage more deeply with the world, expand their imaginations, and stay connected to friends and loved ones.” Award categories include apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Watch. Read More »
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| Waze Is About to Get a Big Upgrade on Android Auto |
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While Google recently announced it’ll combine the teams working on Google Maps and Waze, that doesn’t mean the latter will stop getting new features. Many users prefer Waze, myself included, and thankfully it looks like a big update will make it even better with Android Auto. Read More »
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| Quora’s New App Answers Your Questions Using AI |
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Here’s something weird; Quora just launched an app that lets you talk with a variety of AI chatbots, including ChatGPT. The app, called Poe, will give people “instant answers” to their questions, though you can also use it to simply talk with a robot. Read More »
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| Save 15% On Steelcase High-Performance Office Chairs |
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If you’re thinking of upgrading your office chair (and know you aren’t getting one for Christmas), now might be the time to pull out your credit card. Steelcase is offering 15% off its High-Performance Seating with coupon code ELEVATE15. Read More »
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| Here’s When Raspberry Pis Will Be Back In Stock |
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After two years of poor availability, Raspberry Pi computers should be easy to purchase in 2023. The Raspberry Pi Foundation says that it’s allocated enough silicon to meet the demands of both individual buyers and big businesses. Plus, a supply of over “a hundred thousand” Pi computers will flood the market for the 2022 holiday season. Read More »
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| Pentax Wants to Bring Back Film Cameras |
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Pentax was once one of the biggest camera manufacturers, but that’s no longer the case. However, the company could be eying a comeback, only with an all-new line of film cameras. Get ready for nostalgia and film canisters, but we should leave the darkroom behind. Read More »
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| Google Play Update Gives Parents More Control Over Purchases |
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Children can now send “Purchase Requests” to their parent or guardian when shopping on the Google Play Store. This saves you the trouble of setting up a family payment method, and more importantly, it gives you greater control over the apps, games, and in-app content purchased by your kid. Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY 5 Pick-Me Up Morning Beverages That Aren't Coffee |
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If you can’t imagine your morning without a big cup of Joe but you’re trying to switch it up a little, here are some of the best pick-me-up beverages that will deliver both, a delicious taste and a boost of energy. Read More »
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| HOW-TO GEEK 10 Ring Doorbell Features You Should Be Using |
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Ring Video Doorbells are a great choice if you want to keep an eye on the coming and goings around your home. To get the most out of your Ring—and make it less annoying—there are some features you should use. Read More »
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| HOW-TO GEEK 10 Amazon Kindle Features You Should Be Using |
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Amazon Kindle devices are among the best eReaders you can buy. They’re easy to use, but to get the most out of your Kindle, there are some features you may not know about. We’ll show you the best ones. Read More »
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