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May 19, 2023

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The digestive enzymes of deer change with the seasons. Deer in cold climates temporarily lose the ability to digest carbohydrate heavy meals during the winter and can die if they feed on hay, corn, or grains.

It’s Friday! Apple just rolled out a new system update to iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and other devices with a few new features. OpenAI also released the first official ChatGPT mobile app, and AMD is working on CPUs with hybrid cores.

There are a few great deals going on right now: Roku’s new TVs are up to $200 off, and the Ecobee Premium smart thermostat is 12% off today.

– Corbin

If you’re considering buying a cable modem to save on rental fees, get better performance, or both, we’d encourage you to read this list of tips first for the smoothest experience. Read More »

Check out the Hideout Hoodie from Big Blanket Co. - the ultimate cozy companion for those cold and lazy days! Made with ultra-soft Sherpa fleece, this hoodie has a built-in eye mask, kangaroo pouch, and cuffed sleeves with thumb holes for extra comfort. Now that the Hideout Hoodie is back in stock, you better act fast before they sell out again!

The Google Assistant has two wake-up commands—“Hey Google” and “OK Google.”  It can be a little tedious to say these three-syllable phrases for everything. “Quick Phrases” let you skip saying Google’s name for certain things. We’ll show you how. Read More »

Disney+ and Hulu are the best places to watch Disney-owned content but like several other streaming services, some movies and shows don’t stick around. This time, Disney is pulling some of it own productions from streaming platforms. Read More »

Getting ready for a summer vacation? Packing for a trip is stressful, so anything to make the process easier is welcome. It can be easy to forget the shampoo or toothbrush when worrying about everything else, but with something like the BAGSMART Toiletry Bag, you can easily store everything you need.

The medium version of this bag isn’t big or cumbersome, but it folds out into four sections with more than enough room for all the toiletries you need. The best part? You can pack everything in advance, and when it comes time for your trip, you pop it in your suitcase and don’t worry about it.

From remote workers to in-office personnel, employees in numerous fields work with PDF documents on a regular basis. While many rely on the barebones options that came with their PC or Mac, an overall lack of features, complexity, and expensive upgrades can leave users with much to be desired. UPDF provides consumers with a compelling alternative for reading, annotating, and editing PDF documents while boasting user-friendly features and affordable pricing that’s even cheaper at 54% off for a limited time. Read More »

The Linux command line traces its family tree all the way back to 1969, and it’s still the most efficient way to perform certain tasks. Just make sure you avoid these common mistakes, if you’re just starting out. Read More »

Big, performance-oriented cores and small, efficient cores was a concept that was previously exclusive to smartphones. Intel brought to the PC ecosystem, and now AMD plans to make processors with the same hybrid architecture. Read More »

It seems like storage space is one of the biggest complaints from iPhone and iPad users, thanks to apps taking up more and more real estate, and media becoming more storage-hungry than ever. Here’s how to fix that. Read More »

Summer is coming up (in the northern hemisphere, anyway), and setting up a smart thermostat can make your home’s air systems much easier to manage and more efficient. Now you can grab an Ecobee smart thermostat for 12% off the usual price. Read More »

You don’t have to sign up for a subscription service in order to stream good horror movies. There are numerous free streaming outlets with a range of scary options. Here are 10 of the scariest free movies you can watch right now. Read More »

Roku doesn’t just make streaming devices. If you want a TV with all that good Roku stuff built in, the company recently put out a range of home-built TVs, and now they’re cheaper than ever. Read More »

Have a Google Pixel 7a? A case will help protect your smartphone from the elements, but that’s not all it can do. The best Pixel 7a cases can also make your device look great—or let your phone’s colors shine through. Many great cases have built-in wallets for your cards and ID, too. Read More »

Your iPhone can help you take charge of and improve your overall fitness. Paired with the right apps, you can run further, set new records, meet health goals, and track your gains. Read More »

Like any Nintendo console before it, the Switch can be emulated on modern platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux, and even mobile and handheld platforms. So what’s involved, and is it worth it? Read More »

You probably know tires have air, but did you know they also have hair? No, that’s not a typo. Every time you get a new tire, it has little rubber hairs on it. But, what are they, and why do they matter? Read More »

The Lenovo Yoga laptop series is well-known for its ultimate flexibility, thanks to its signature 2-in-1 design. I recently had the opportunity to test out the Lenovo Yoga 7i 16-inch Gen 8, the latest addition to the lineup. I enjoyed this computer, although I did find some notable faults. Read More »

If you’ve ever wanted to add a bit of color to the outside of your home, this week, LifeSavvy is giving away Lumary Smart LED Outdoor Landscape Lights! Read More »

Ants are fascinating little creatures to observe in nature, but they are a nuisance when they invade your homes. If you’ve ever had an ant problem, you know how frustrating it can be. Not only do they seem to appear out of thin air, but they also seem to multiply quickly, making it difficult (or even impossible) to get rid of them. Fortunately, there are several ways to get rid of ants in your home without calling in a professional. Read More »

Memorial Day might not actually be the first day of summer (that doesn’t come until June), but for most people, it’s the unofficial kick-off to the season. That typically means a day off work and some potential travel to celebrate with friends and family. So if you are planning to travel for Memorial Day, is there a best time? Read More »

It’s getting hard to find a car without push-button start. And while I understand the popularity of this feature, keyless ignition isn’t very exciting to me. It increases the complexity of a vehicle, meaning that it can make electrical repairs, recalls, and key replacements much more frustrating. Read More »

Speakers on your PC might be an afterthought for some people, but for others, it’s a critical part of any desk setup. If you’re in the latter camp you might want to check out Razer’s latest speakers. Read More »

Apple rolled out a minor update for iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and other devices back in March, with new emoji and new features for web apps. There’s now another upgrade rolling out. Read More »

Ever since ChatGPT took the world by storm, there has been a pile of unofficial mobile apps, some of which were outright scams. OpenAI has now released an official iPhone app for ChatGPT, with an Android version on the way. Read More »

The Visual Voicemail feature on iPhone makes it super easy to access and manage your voicemails, freeing you from the drudgery of dialing a number and doing it the old-fashioned way. Not only that, but it also lets you save important voicemails to your iPhone with just a few steps. Here’s how. Read More »

Elgato’s line of Stream Deck customizable controllers have been popular options, but they were missing something. The Stream Deck+ addresses that void with twisting dials—or knobs. It turns out these continually spinning controls are a perfect complement to LCD buttons. Read More »

With the rise of AI technology, there's never been a better time to start protecting your personal online data. AI has given scammers easier ways to create more sophisticated and convincing scams, making personal data removal tools like Incogni a huge advantage in the fight to hide your private info and to keep you safer, both online and in the real world. Read More »

From fake tech support to Facebook Marketplace, scammers are trying to deceive unsuspecting users everywhere. And WhatsApp Messenger hasn’t remained unscathed. So here are some tips to help you identify a scammer and some common scams on WhatsApp. Read More »