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January 12, 2023

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The most common prescription bottle colors are orange and light brown. The colors are just the right hue to prevent ultraviolet light from damaging photosensitive medication, while allowing enough visible light into the container to illuminate the contents.

Happy Thursday! Apple has started to test new Music, TV, and “Devices” apps for Windows, which will likely replace iTunes on Windows when they are complete. iTunes was replaced on Mac back in 2019. Microsoft 365 also has a new “Basic” subscription option that only costs $2 per month.

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In a continued push to make USB branding more consumer-friendly, the USB Implementers Forum—the organization that oversees the standard —has a new set of logos. We think they’re the best ones yet. Read More »

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Animations do have their benefits in entertaining PowerPoint presentations. But maybe you haven’t seen the one you want, aren’t sure how to use different triggers, or didn’t realize you can add sound. We’re here to help with little-known animation options. Read More »

Samsung sells some of the best internal SSDs around, and the company’s drives are great choices for everything from an older upgraded laptop to a brand new gaming PC. The company has now revealed a new super-fast SSD, the PM9C1a. Read More »

Retro gaming is great, and there are many ways to enjoy the classics nowadays, including on the Nintendo Switch or with a Raspberry Pi. You can use modern controllers to play these games, but it doesn’t properly capture that retro feeling. At the same time, not having the buttons of a modern console for navigating menus can be frustrating.

Thankfully, there is a middle ground with 8bitdo’s Sn30 Pro Controller. It’s shaped just like a classic Super Nintendo controller but also includes the analog sticks and dual bumpers you need for modern titles. That makes it great for the Switch, too!

Samsung is gauging interest for its next generation of flagship Galaxy devices with no-commitment reservations going live ahead of the Unpacked event on February 1. If you’re interested in either the new Galaxy S23 or Galaxy Book 3, you can take advantage of this special Samsung Unpacked Reserve gift card offer and earn up to $100 in store credit. Read More »

Does your TV not have enough HDMI ports for your needs? You don’t have to replace the TV. Fix the problem with an HDMI switcher! Just make sure you get the right one. Read More »

What if everything you knew about photography was wrong? Well, it isn’t, actually, but light field cameras bring an extra dimension to photography that takes them beyond what a regular camera can achieve. Read More »

Apple replaced the long-running iTunes application on Mac in 2019 with new dedicated Music, Podcasts, and TV apps (plus new features in Finder) taking their place. Windows users are still stuck with iTunes, but not for much longer. Read More »

There’s no other actor like Nicolas Cage. For nearly four decades, he’s been a singular screen presence in his offbeat, distinctive performances. Here are 10 of the best Cage movies, from hits to hidden gems, to stream right now. Read More »

Samsung sells a lot of Android phones, with the Galaxy A1x series aimed at buyers on a tight budget. The latest entry is now official at CES, with a $199.99 price tag: the Galaxy A14 5G. Read More »

Shopping for a new flash drive? There are tons out there. They may all look the same at a glance, but they’re not. We’ve highlighted some of the best USB flash drives you can buy today. Read More »

The best Bluetooth headphones for the Nintendo Switch produce outstanding audio quality, have good noise cancellation, and stay powered for hours. Here are the best options to pick up. Read More »

Most smart blinds on the market aren’t hard-wired but use an internal battery, which begs the question: how often do you have to swap or recharge the batteries in your smart blinds? Read More »

So you want to get a new gaming PC. You finally settled on a budget, and have a list of games in mind that you’d like to play. Now comes the big decision. Do you go the easy way and get a prebuilt gaming PC, or do you build your own PC? Read More »

Have you ever had one of those days where you feel like you just can’t get anything done and everything feels stressful? Well, sometimes, that is just stress and a bad brain day. But if you also happen to live in a cluttered environment, your space might not be helping things. Read More »

There are plenty of premium robot vacuums that can mop and empty their own dirt into a docking station, but the Narwal Freo puts a fresh polish on the whole experience with advanced features and solid cleaning performance. It’s a combination that makes its high price slightly easier to swallow. Read More »

Everything is more expensive right now. That’s not exactly news. But there’s one thing that seems to be a bit more expensive than others—eggs. Read More »

Edifier was originally known for high-quality budget speakers but has since expanded into higher-end products. The company’s S1000MKII is a great set of bookshelf speakers, but apparently, the company thought there was still room for improvement, hence the new Edifier S1000W. Read More »

Microsoft 365 is perhaps one of the best tech subscriptions you can grab today, but now, the entry barrier is getting even lower. There’s a new “Basic” tier that costs just $2 per month. Read More »

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 »

Hey there and welcome back! Now that you’re all settled into the New Year, let’s get down to business. This week’s discounts include $400 off a 2022 Razer Blade 15, $22 off one of our favorite Logitech wireless mice, and more. Some of these deals are going fast, though, so get them before they’re gone for good. Read More »