Review Geek - Maybe It Is Time to Ditch Passwords

May 29, 2023

Passwords, those things you can never seem to remember because you have so many, have been a lifelong frustration for many. They’re typically not very secure, sites often ask for one that’s too long or has a bunch of characters, and most people lose track of them at some point. There’s a reason password managers are so popular. Well, what if we got rid of passwords completely? In our top story, we dive into that possibility, how it’ll make life easier, and some available alternatives.

Other Highlights:

• Windows 11 has a new app-killing feature coming you’ll all love.
• DirecTV still has the NFL Sunday Ticket… sort of.
• Spotify is about to get more expensive later this year.
• …and more!

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Nothing can kill the enjoyment of using a smartwatch faster than constantly having to charge it. Every moment your watch sits on a charger is time you’re not able to enjoy your device. While needing to juice up your watch’s battery is a fact of life, there are ways you can go longer between charges. Read More »

While countless deals are floating around for the long Memorial Day weekend, if you’re looking to upgrade your home Wi-Fi router or keep things safe with security cameras, you’ll want to check out TP-Link. Read More »

When it comes time to buy power tools for a DIY project, you’ll find an array of choices at multiple retailers, and things can get expensive fast. You’ve probably noticed HART Tools recently, an affordable new option from Walmart. So, who makes HART power tools, and are they worth buying? Read More »

Old-fashioned mops are annoying, and the Swiffer can’t handle tough jobs. If you want to keep your hard floors clean without the hassle, you need a spin mop. O-Cedar’s EasyWring spin mop is renowned for its simple design—stick the mop head in the wringer, put your foot on the pedal, and watch your mop wring itself automatically.

The O-Cedar is fairly maneuverable and affordable. It also has a built-in splash guard, a replaceable mop head, and an extendable mop handle.

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 »

TikTok is one of the fastest-growing social media platforms out there. It can be great fun. But, the platform has dark sides that may warrant caution regarding how you interact with the service. Let’s review some reasons you may want to hit the uninstall button. Read More »

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 »

Everything is more expensive these days. I’m talking about cars, gasoline, fast food, groceries, home prices, and all the streaming services we use daily. However, Spotify is only $9.99 per month, but that could be changing soon. Read More »

Families searching for a privacy-focused alternative to Google One now have at least one option. Proton just launched a family bundle of its own, which includes access to Proton’s full suite of apps and plenty of cloud storage. Read More »

Until this year, DirecTV has offered the NFL Sunday Ticket to its customers dating back to 1994, but it now belongs to YouTube. At first, many were confused about what would happen to bars, restaurants, and other businesses getting access, and now we know that it’ll still be available from DirecTV. Read More »

Using your fingerprint scanner to unlock your Android phone may make you believe that nobody can access it but you—that may not be true. Researchers from Tencent Labs and Zhejiang University recently discovered that under the right circumstances, hackers might be able to unlock it too. Read More »

Microsoft has a slew of changes or new features coming to Windows 11 later this year, from removing MSN News from the widget list and new AI goodies to finally adding an easy way to force quit applications from the taskbar. Read More »

If you want Google Drive cloud storage, you need to buy it directly from Google. Scammers often try to sell Google Drive storage through unofficial channels, such as eBay, Twitter, and Reddit—do not fall for this scam, as it’s a waste of money that may compromise your privacy. Read More »

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