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| Samsung Galaxy fans had a pretty good day yesterday. That’s because the company held its first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year. And the Review Geek team was there, both in person and online. The company announced a next-generation smartphone line, a powerhouse laptop and even teased a new XR (Augmented Reality + Virtual Reality) device. In our top story, Cory runs down the details and lets you know precisely what you can expect from the new devices and how to get them. Plus, we have in-depth articles about each new product announced at the event. Other Highlights: — Danny |
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| TODAY'S TOP STORY Everything Samsung Announced at its February 2023 Unpacked Event |
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We have good news if you’re ready to get an impressive new Samsung Galaxy device. Today is Samsung day! The company jumped on stage for its first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2023 and unveiled many new products. From an affordable Galaxy S23 to the powerhouse Galaxy S23 Ultra with a 200MP camera, along with a new Galaxy Book 3 Ultra. Read More »
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| Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) Review: Progress, but Not a Big Leap |
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Amazon’s Echo Dot series is a smart home staple. An accessibly priced small smart speaker that can work via Bluetooth, connect directly to services like Spotify, and allow you to manage other smart devices through Alexa. This is the 5th generation of Echo Dots, and things have come a long way. Read More »
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| Base Camp F11 Electric Skateboard Review: Easy and Thrilling to Zip Around On |
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Electric skateboards are just as convenient and comfortable to commute on as electric bikes, but for some reason, they’re not as widely popular. With a top speed of 10 mph and a 9-mile range, Base Camp’s F11 electric longboard should definitely be on your radar, whether you use it for fun or for a work commute. 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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| STUFF WE LIKE Get Your Nostalgia on With This Cassette Player |
| If you’ve got a box of old cassette tapes in your closet or basement, this shoebox portable tape recorder can bring them back to life. Not only will it play your aging cassettes, but you can also use it to record your voice, music, or other audio with an attached mic. And it’s not totally retro tech, either. It comes equipped with a USB-A port that allows you to save recordings to a digital format. It’s a great way to go back to a simpler time and experience all the nostalgia you want. |
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| YouTube TV Loses MLB Network Ahead of Spring Training |
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After failing to reach a renewal agreement, MLB Network is no longer available on YouTube TV. Additionally, DVR recordings of the MLB Network have disappeared from users’ accounts. This bad news comes just weeks before 2023 Spring Training, which begins February 24th. Read More »
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| IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Is Google’s Nest Hub Still the Best Smart Display? |
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The Google Nest Hub is a very modest-looking device, especially when compared to some of the wacky smart displays offered by Amazon. But we still believe that the Nest Hub is the best smart display available today. It’s got plenty of flaws, but unlike the competition, it stays true to its purpose. Read More »
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| Samsung’s New Galaxy S23 Ultra Aims for the Stars |
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After nearly a year of waiting, the bigger and better Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is officially here. It’s the company’s first flagship of 2023, replaces the S22 Ultra, and still has the S-Pen stylus. Along with its usual year-on-year improvements, this phone aims for the stars with a new 200-megapixel camera. Read More »
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| Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Arrives With a Familiar Design and Price |
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Samsung debuted three new phones today at its annual Unpacked event. The familiar-looking Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and the big new Galaxy S23 Ultra. And while the Ultra is getting all of the attention, Samsung’s smaller phones deliver quite the package, starting at $799. Read More »
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| Samsung’s Galaxy Book 3 Makes the MacBook Pro Look Old and Heavy |
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We’re deeply impressed by Samsung’s new Galaxy Book 3-series laptops, which debuted during the Unpacked event on February 1st. These machines weigh just a few pounds, but they offer 13th Gen Intel Core performance and introduce a new generation of OLED display technology. Read More »
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| This Never-Ending AI Version of ‘Seinfeld’ Is the Stuff of Nightmares |
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Decades after its finale, Seinfeld is still a source of inspiration and parody. But I’m not sure if my mind can handle Nothing, Forever, a never-ending Seinfeld episode generated by AI. Assuming that I’m awake and that this isn’t a nightmare, Nothing, Forever might be the strangest use of an AI to date. Read More »
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| Apple Adds Major League Soccer to Apple TV |
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American soccer fans that subscribe to Apple TV have a reason to celebrate. Today, users can sign up for MLS Season Pass through the Apple TV app. The new subscription service will host all Major League Soccer matches in the upcoming season. Plus, there’s plenty of free soccer content available now. Read More »
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| Netflix Has a Confusing Plan to Block Password Sharing |
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In case you didn’t know, Netflix has a new plan to prevent account and password sharing, aiming to eliminate freeloaders. After testing the system for months, anyone trying to use Netflix outside the account’s “primary location” will have trouble. Read More »
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| This Month in Tech History: February |
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February is filled to the brim with monumental events in tech history. Three services you probably use daily launched this month, along with two of the most beloved game series of all time, plus a seminal moment in the development of artificial intelligence. Keep reading to learn the details. Read More »
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| Alienware’s First RTX 40-Series Laptops Arrive on February 9th |
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A few of the next-gen laptops that Alienware revealed at CES 2023 are about to hit store shelves. These are the first Alienware gaming laptops with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4000 graphics, and they boast some extreme specs, including storage capacities up to 9TB. Read More »
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| HOW-TO GEEK EarFun Air Pro 3 Review: Noise-Cancelling TWS Earbuds on a Budget |
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It’s easy to find the perfect earbuds if you’re comfortable spending a few hundred dollars, but what if you’re on a budget? The EarFun Air Pro 3 are true wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, great battery life, and quality sound, all for well under $100. Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY Why Do Cats Meow? |
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Cats might not have the same reputation for noise-making that, say, dogs do, but they’re definitely far from silent. Given how complicated cats are as creatures, though, if you’ve ever wondered exactly why cats meow, you probably won’t be surprised to find that the answer isn’t a simple one. Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY Tired of Your Meal Prep? Try This Method |
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Maybe you’re one of those people that can eat the same thing every day and it never bothers you. That’s great. For the rest of us, though, eating the same meal prep five days a week has made for a loathsome lunch. But there might be something that can help. Read More »
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| HOW-TO GEEK What's New in Windows 11's 2022 Update: Top 10 New Features (22H2) |
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Windows 11’s 2022 update is here. This first update, also known as 22H2, was once codenamed “Sun Valley 2” during development. With Windows 11, Microsoft has moved to a yearly release cycle for major updates, leaving behind Windows 10’s frantic twice-per-year schedule. Read More »
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| HOW-TO GEEK Do You Really Need to Have Your VPN On All the Time? |
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If VPN marketing material is to be believed, the only way to stay safe while online is to keep your VPN on at all times. Is that really necessary, though? What are the positives about always having your VPN on, and are there any negatives? Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY 20 High-Touch Areas You Should Be Cleaning Daily |
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As much as we all hate to admit it, there are more than a few areas in the home that are overlooked on cleaning day. If your forgotten zones happen to be high-touch areas, you might want to jot down this list. Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY Can Drinking Green Tea During the Day Help You Sleep? |
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When you think green tea, you probably don’t think about sleep. After all, there’s caffeine in it, right? If you need a sleep aid, you’re not turning to this popular beverage, but should you? Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY There's a Massive Charcuterie Recall---Here's What to Know |
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The charcuterie board is undeniably one of the most popular options for special occasions, parties, and events. But if you had one coming up and were planning to bust out the meat and cheese, here’s a head’s up. There’s been a charcuterie recall. Read More »
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