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June 21, 2023

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Despite its prominence in American history and lore, the Pony Express (a speedy horse-based mail delivery service that linked California to the Midwestern United States) operated for only a scant 18 months before it was superseded by the first transcontinental telegraph system.

It’s Wednesday! Amazon just announced the dates for the Prime Day sale this year. The second beta release of Kodi 21 “Omega” is also now available, and NZXT has revealed a new headset and PC desk speakers.

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Hola VPN is a service that advertises heavily across the web, claiming it can help you access sites you normally can’t. However, there are some serious issues with the technical side of how it works, not to mention a long history of scandal—all of which raises the question of whether you should use the Hola VPN extension in the first place. Read More »

Gain access to more than 230K fonts for all of your creative and design needs from MyFonts.com. Their easy-to-use bundles include a range of premium font collections from notable names, such as Hoefler & Co., House Industries, Type Type, Paulo Goode, and more. Amplify the look and feel of your design projects, and save up to 50% on select options during the MyFonts summer sale — happening now through June 27th, 2023. Learn More »

The AUR is one of the jewels in the crown of Arch Linux, providing thousands of additional software packages. But is this user-driven repository safe to use, or should you avoid it? Read More »

There are plenty of options out there for keyboards and mice. Depending on what you might need, you might look for gaming-style options or just premium ones. But what if you need something cheap? You probably don’t need to look any further than the Logitech MK370 combo. Read More »

It’s the first day of summer! But depending on where you live, summer can mean dealing with bugs and mosquitoes. If you still want the summer air in your home without the pests that come with it, consider picking up this magnetic screen door. For $35, it’s easy to install and helps prevent bugs from just flying into your home. The magnets also allow for hand-less entry, so there is no cumbersome screen door to deal with when carrying something!

If you want to get a smart bulb, the Philips Hue lineup is among the best out there, and with good reason. Now, if you happen to own one of the company’s smart lightbulbs, you’ll be glad to know that the app is now getting a massive update adding new features and capabilities. Read More »

Technology continually progresses, and so too do the potential threats to personal digital security along with it. There has been increasing concern about the possibility of fingerprint data being harvested from digital photographs. Is this just techno-paranoia or a genuine privacy risk? Read More »

Computer speakers are no longer just for basic listening, as manufacturers have been making speakers with gaming and cinematic sound in mind. The NZXT Relay Speakers and Relay Subwoofer are great examples, bridging the gap between computer speakers and typical bookshelf speakers. Read More »

You may know NZXT for its cases and PC hardware, or for its pre-built PCs, but that’s not all the products under its belt. NZXT has now entered the audio market with a new headset and speaker system. Read More »

For the past few years, Amazon has held a big “Prime Day” sales event in the summer, because there just weren’t enough opportunities to buy stuff. In case there was any doubt, Prime Day is coming back for 2023. Read More »

Stephen King’s vast catalog of novels and stories is nearly matched by the many movies that have been adapted from his work. From horror to drama, here are 10 of the best Stephen King movies to stream right now. Read More »

Once relegated as novelty lighting, LED strip lights can be used everywhere in your home from behind your TV, beneath your kitchen cabinets, and inside your car. Our top picks will get you using these convenient, easy-to-install lights in no time. 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 »

Apple bucked its reputation of being repair-unfriendly with the launch of its self-repair program, helping owners of Apple devices get official parts and tools for repairs. Now, it has added new devices — right as people started noticing the company wasn’t really caring about it. Read More »

Earlier this year, the first beta build of Kodi 21 was released, giving us a preview of the popular media player and media center’s next major update. Beta 2 of Kodi 21 “Omega” is now available, and there are even more changes. Read More »

The digital notebook is a novel concept intended to make note-taking, idea development, and collaborative efforts more efficient. reMarkable 2 excels in all of those implementations and more, suffering mostly from occasional screen burning and a lack of backlight. Read More »

Summer is here, and with it comes the possibility of scorching heat waves. While, of course, you can avoid going outside, how is that heat wave going to affect your home? Much like when you winterize your home, you also need to prepare your home for a heat wave. Read More »

Many people can’t imagine their morning without a cup of joe. It provides a much-needed jolt of caffeine to start the day. Some of those people also can’t imagine their morning without a good, sweaty workout. But, what should come first—the coffee or the cardio? Read More »

Classical music lovers, your time is now. The new Apple Music Classical app is finally here with millions of tracks featuring orchestral, ensemble, and solo music, new and old, from heralded classics to experimental works from rising stars. And best of all, if you have Apple Music, it’s all free. Read More »