Do you often sneeze when exposed to a bright light, such as stepping out of a dim movie theater on a sunny day? Then you’re one of the 18-35 percent of people that have “photic sneeze reflex”, a genetic predisposition to sneezing intensely after sudden exposure to bright light.
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Do you often sneeze when exposed to a bright light, such as stepping out of a dim movie theater on a sunny day? Then you’re one of the 18-35 percent of people that have “photic sneeze reflex”, a genetic predisposition to sneezing intensely after sudden exposure to bright light.
Do you have a CD or DVD collection holding precious data or your impressive music and movie collection? The lifespan of CDs and DVDs can vary depending on a number of factors, but we’ll explain what you need to know. Read More »
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With so much personal stuff on our phones, losing one feels disastrous. What can you do after it’s been lost? Android has its own version of “Find My Phone,” and it can track your phone without any previous setup. Read More »
Nearby Share is Google’s version of AirDrop for Android devices and Chromebooks, and more recently, it has arrived on Windows PCs. Thanks to an unofficial tool, you can (sort of) use it on Macs. Read More »
Most smartphones have wireless charging capabilities nowadays. So, stop plugging your device in and pick up the mophie Universal Wireless Charging Stand. This stand will work with any smartphone with wireless charging, and it can get up to 15W fast charging with Qi-certified phones.
Not only that, but unlike many of the charging pucks on the market, you can prop your smartphone up in portrait or landscape mode and still have it charging. For $35, this is a great little wireless charger.
Invest in cutting-edge technology at an affordable price during Elegoo’s Kickstarter campaign for the PHECDA laser engraver and cutter machine. It features a revolutionary design and user-friendly interface that makes it easy to master. For a limited time, take advantage of sizable early-bird savings, bringing the 10W model down to $240 ($160 off) and the 20W version to $400 ($267 off)—a full 60% off the typical market value for competing machines. Read More »
Microsoft announced a Copilot AI feature that is coming to Excel sometime in the future, along with Word, Excel, and other apps. In the meantime, there’s a new function that can plug your spreadsheet data directly into ChatGPT. Read More »
There’s a reason why you pay quite a bit to shroud that expensive new phone in a rather generic-looking but bulky case. It may completely cover the color you were so adamant about getting, but it helps to avoid the high costs of accidental damage not covered under the manufacturer’s one-year warranty. Read More »
Wordle was all the rage last year, and even though the game is still going, most people moved onto something else. One of the many Wordle clones, bought by Spotify, is about to shut down. Read More »
Having one of the best flash drives can give you fast transfer speeds or a more reliable experience when reinstalling your PC’s operating system. Samsung has now discounted one of its USB 3.1 flash drives to just $7.99. Read More »
We promise you even though the title of this article sounds like an April Fool’s Day post, we’re completely serious. It’s a wild world out there, and your charging cable needs a condom. Read More »
Microsoft is working on an all-new Outlook for Windows, based on the Outlook.com web app. Now there’s a new personalization feature coming to both versions that takes inspiration from the now-abandoned Windows 10 Mail app. Read More »
UPDF makes managing all of your PDF documents easy, allowing you to view, edit, annotate, and more, all from multiple devices. If you want to take your PDF management to the next level, you can save 54% on a perpetual UPDF plan and receive free lifetime access to a PDF password manager, plus 10 GB of free UPDF Cloud storage. Read More »
With so much great content available, finding the best shows on Netflix can be a daunting prospect. Here are 10 great TV shows, including Netflix originals and acquired series, that are worth your time and attention to stream. Read More »
Microsoft and Google are eager to integrate their new AI chatbots into as many applications and services as possible. Microsoft’s Bing Chat AI is already integrated in apps like Edge and Skype, and now it’s coming to SwiftKey. Read More »
If you’re looking to make your Steam Deck even more versatile, picking up a dock is a great option. A dock allows you to connect your Steam Deck to a TV or monitor, as well as allows you to plug in controllers and peripherals to play on a bigger screen. Read More »
Graduation season is upon us. Sure, there are still a few weeks until the actual ceremony, but if you’re planning on buying your graduate a gift, now is the time to shop. Those shopping for college graduates who will need the essentials for post-dorm life, we’ve got an idea. Read More »
Spring might be here, but depending on where you live, it might still be pretty chilly. If you’re looking for a way to warm up a room, you’re in luck because this week, LifeSavvy is giving away a Grelife Oscillating Space Heater! Read More »
The Level Lock+ may be on the expensive side, but if you’re a dedicated Apple HomeKit user, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a smart lock that matches the kinds of features, automation, and customizations that the Lock+ provides for HomeKit ecosystems. Read on to learn all about my Lock+ experience. Read More »
As we grow up, most of us learn that, contrary to what we may have been led to believe as children, adults do not, in fact, know everything. They can, in fact, be spectacularly wrong. In fact, many of the health-related myths and urban legends we heard growing up fall into that category. Read More »
Has Apple ended support for your Mac? You can install new versions of macOS anyway by creating your own patched installed. Here’s how to do it and some things to keep in mind if you go this route. Read More »
Using liquid metal in place of thermal paste has been touted as an upgrade by many. And yes, there are plenty of advantages. But should you actually use it? How does it compare to the regular, everyday thermal paste you’ve always used? Read More »
Microsoft went all into the mixed reality ecosystem with its HoloLens and, afterward, the HoloLens 2. Over a year after the update’s arrival on normal computers, HoloLens is recieving an update to Windows 11. Read More »
The best streaming devices are in a never-ending race to the bottom. Walmart just introduced its new Google TV 4K streaming box, coming at just under $20. Read More »
Want to change how fonts look on Discord? While your options are limited, you do have a few ways to change how Discord’s system font appears on your screen, and you can also stylize fonts in your Discord messages. Here are your options. Read More »
Google Chrome receives constant updates with new features and capabilities, and earlier this month, Chrome 112 started rolling out. Google has now detailed some of the performance improvements in that release. Read More »
Chatbots are all the rage right now, and everyone wants a piece of the action. Google has Bard, Microsoft has Bing Chat, and OpenAI’s ChatGPT is practically synonymous with AI at this point. But what if you don’t want to rely on a cloud service for your chatbot? We’ve got a ChatGPT-like AI you can download — an Alpaca. Read More »
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