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January 23, 2023

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In both the original 2007 British comedy film Death at a Funeral and in the American 2010 remake, Peter Dinklage plays the same role of an American bent on blackmailing the family of the deceased.

Happy Monday! Microsoft is ending sales of Windows 10 license keys through its online store this month, but you’ll probably still be able to buy one afterwards through other methods.

Speaking of sales, one of TCL’s 55-inch 4K Roku TVs is on sale for just $370 right now. That’s a great price for everything you get, including Dolby Vision HDR and FreeSync support.

– Corbin

You’ve probably heard of CPU and GPU overclocking, but did you know you can also overclock your monitor? Here’s why you might want to give it a shot, and how you go about doing so. Read More »

Windows makes the world go round, so why not master everything it has to offer? Windows 11 For Dummies will teach you everything you need to know, from how to get around the newly updated Windows 11 interface, to how to troubleshoot when things go wrong, and so much more!
Download your free copy today to get started.

Using Quick Steps in Microsoft Outlook, you can click a button to run one or more automated actions on an email you select. While Outlook gives you some handy premade Quick Steps, you may want to create your own. Read More »

We’re all just trying to get a good night’s sleep, but too often, external factors get in the way. Barking dogs, bustling cities, snoring partners, and so much more are a detriment to dozing off. Soundcore Sleep A10 Earbuds can act as a barrier between your ears and the never-ending stream of noise, and for only $129.99 ($50 off) until January 29, you could finally get that deep sleep you’ve been struggling with every night. Read More »

It can be difficult to find outdoor lights that can withstand the elements and even harder to find ones that you can customize the colors of. Govee has you covered, though, with its LED Flood Lights. You can save $10 on them, bringing the price down to just $49.99.

Govee is already a well-known name in indoor smart lights, but these flood lights take the brand outside. They’re bright, controllable via the same Govee app you’d use for the rest of the company’s products, and durable. Our staff has put these lights through some tough weather conditions, and the lights are still going strong!

This is a great time of year to buy one of the best TVs, as manufacturers clear out old inventory and start sales ahead of the Super Bowl. Now you can get an excellent 55-inch Roku TV for just $370. Read More »

Have ever wondered what “IG” means or what it stands for in a text message? There’s no need to guess at the meaning—we have all the answers you need for this inline initialism. Read More »

Microsoft is focusing all its attention on Windows 11, and even though Windows 10 still works fine for now, support will end in October 2025. Windows 10 is now taking one of its first steps to retirement. Read More »

Chargers are no longer something you should take for granted as many smartphones and newer electronics don’t even include them in the box anymore. Here are our top picks to get your devices juiced up. Read More »

Want to print a beautiful photo? Ditch the normal printer and pick up a photography printer that will produce rich, detailed images meant to last. Whether you’re a professional photographer or a hobbyist, this list has something for everyone. Read More »

Buying a new CPU is already hard enough when you only have to worry about cores and clock speed. So what are these “cache memory” specifications all about, and how much of this stuff should you get in your next CPU? Read More »

You might assume that smart blinds are all battery-powered, but there are more than a few ways to power the automagic of a smart blind assembly. Read More »

Windows 11 isn’t perfect out of the box — no software is. Tweaking it to make it your own can be the difference between an acceptable user experience and a great one. Here are a few of our favorite registry hacks for Windows 11 that you should try. Read More »

If you didn’t know you need to clean your dishwasher, well, now you do. While there are all kinds of dishwasher cleaning methods available to you, one hack might surprise you. Read More »

You’ve probably heard it before. Twinkies could survive an apocalypse, and they never expire. But before you start chowing down on the one you found in the recesses of your pantry, you might want to verify if that’s true or not. Read More »

For the last five months, I’ve used the Yeedi Mop Station Pro to keep the floors of the largest room in my house clean. This is quite a task because it’s quite a large room with a ceramic tile floor, carpet rugs, and lots of furniture. Now, it’s cleaner than ever, and I don’t have to think about it. Read More »

Netflix is finishing out January strong with this week’s releases. From a star-studded new comedy to a blockbuster animated film, there’s something for everyone this week. Read More »

Are you looking for a smart alarm clock to add some extra flair to your nightstand? Well, you’re in luck because this week, Review Geek is giving away a Lenovo Smart Clock Essential with Alexa! Read More »