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| June 30, 2023  |
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An English act dating back to the 14th century, the Statute Forbidding Bearing of Armour, forbids anyone from entering the British Parliament wearing a suit of armor. It has, as you would expect, not been enforced in recent memory. |
| 💻 A Big Day for Windows |
| Happy Friday! Microsoft is now testing a bunch of new features in Windows 11, including changes to the Settings app, suggestions for window snapping, a new sound mixer, and support for 7-Zip and RAR files. In other news, the Steam Deck is on sale for the lowest price ever, and Western Digital just launched a new series of affordable NVMe drives. – Corbin |
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| TODAY'S TOP STORY Stop Buying No-Name Budget Android TV Boxes |
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Many Android devices can be used with a TV, but they aren’t all “Android TV” devices. That’s a very important distinction to make when shopping around. You don’t want to end up with a spyware-ridden knock-off—so here’s what you need to know. Read More »
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| How to Create Smart Albums in Apple Photos on Mac |
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Smart albums make it possible to create custom collections of images or videos within your Apple Photos library based on set criteria. Smart albums are useful for quickly recalling search criteria or building tightly curated photo collections. Read More »
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| Amazon’s 64GB Fire HD 10 Tablet is More Than Half Off Today |
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If you want a cheap tablet for consuming media, Amazon’s Fire tablets are consistently among the top options. And if you were waiting to hop on a deal to get one of the best ones in the lineup, you’re in luck, as the Fire HD 10 tablet is now under $100. Read More »
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| STUFF WE LIKE Get the Batteries You Need Now |
| There are always sales on big-ticket items during Prime Day, but one thing many shoppers forget that it can also be a great time to stock up on some essentials. Take some rechargeable AAA batteries, for example. You might need some for some of the new tech you’re planning to buy, but you won’t think about it until it’s too late. Or, you can take advantage of the early Prime Day deals on Amazon Basics items, and get a 12-pack of rechargeable AAA batteries for under $9. Not a bad idea! |
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| IN CASE YOU MISSED IT What Is an “AI Whisperer” And Is It The Job For You? |
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New jobs are being invented all the time, and thanks to the explosion of generative AI, we now have yet another potential new job title on the market: the AI whisperer. Is this another gimmick or your next career? Read More »
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| Windows 11’s Restore Feature Will Soon Work With More Apps |
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Backups are important to get right, which is why Microsoft is constantly looking to improve them on Windows 11. Whether you’re moving PCs or recovering from disaster, a comprehensive backup can save you time and effort. The OS is now greatly improving the way it backs up and restores apps. Read More »
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| Your IP Has Been Temporarily Blocked: 7 Ways to Fix It |
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Can’t access a site because the site keeps saying your IP address has been blocked? Despite the block, you can do a few things to possibly visit the site. Here are your options when it comes to accessing a site that has temporarily blocked you. Read More »
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| Windows 11 Is Getting a New Sound Mixer in the Taskbar |
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Granular volume mixing is nothing new to Windows. While most of the time, a quick swipe of the volume slider does the trick, there are certain scenarios where you might want to tune down specific apps. Luckily, with the next update to Windows 11, that will become even easier. Read More »
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| Windows 11 Will Help You Use Snap Layouts |
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One of the biggest additions of Windows 11 was the inclusion of snap layouts, with the OS letting you resize windows in specific grid layouts with the click of a button. Now, Windows 11 will recommend specific layouts depending on which apps you’re using. Read More »
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| Windows 11’s Settings App Is Changing Again |
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The settings app on Windows has gone through several changes over the years, and still hasn’t fully replaced the legacy Control Panel. Now, Windows 11 is yet again redesigning its settings app — at least the homepage, that is. Read More »
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| Windows 11 Can Now Open 7-Zip, RAR, and TAR Files |
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We’re used to installing third-party apps in order to handle certain types of files since our operating system lacks support for them. While Windows already has support for certain files, like ZIP files, the latest Insider build of Windows 11 is adding support for other ones, including RAR. Read More »
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| WD Blue SN580 NVMe SSD Is Fast and Affordable, Starts at $28 |
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There are lots of storage brands out there, but Western Digital is one of the best when it comes to hard drives and solid state drives (but not NAS systems). If you want something reliable, inexpensive, and fast, this new WD Blue SSD might be the right choice. Read More »
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| The Best Romantic Movies on Netflix in 2023 |
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If you’re looking for something to watch while cuddled up on the couch with your sweetheart, Netflix has you covered. From comedies to dramas, classics to originals, here are 10 of the best romance movies centered on love and relationships you can stream on Netflix. Read More »
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| REVIEW GEEK Kia EV6 GT Review: The Most Fun You'll Have in an EV |
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Kia’s EV6 has won its fair share of awards, including being named Best Utility Vehicle in the North American Car of the Year awards. While the vehicle’s most basic trim offers a lot, an extra $20,000 or so will get you the EV6 GT—which Kia claims is the most powerful vehicle it has ever built. Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY Should You Sleep with a Neck Pillow? |
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Ah, the quest for a good night’s sleep—a pursuit that often leads us to browse endless pillow options with no idea what to choose. Among contenders is the neck pillow, rumored to be a game-changer for those seeking refreshing rest…but does it help? Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY What Is Trigger Point Therapy? |
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Trigger point therapy can be applied by a massage therapist and a bodywork specialist, as well as on your own by using a lacrosse ball, or MELT Method Balls, as recommended by Pena. Read More »
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| REVIEW GEEK Should You Use an OLED TV as a Computer Monitor? |
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Even the most casual PC gamer is always looking for ways to improve their setup. But one method, which has gained a lot of popularity, is a bit questionable—some people are pairing their PCs with OLED TVs. Read More »
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| The Best Lap Desks of 2023 |
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If you plan on spending time with a laptop on your actual lap, the right lap desk can make the difference between a comfortable session or feeling like a pretzel when you get up. The best ones will also hold your other electronic or serve other purposes. Read More »
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| What Does “5G+” Mean On iPhone and Android Phones? |
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5G is the latest mobile network—at least until 6G comes around—but it doesn’t come in just one flavor. You may have noticed a “5G+” icon in your iPhone or Android phone’s status bar. What’s up with that? Read More »
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| How to Refund a Game on Steam |
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Steam offers a generous refund system. You can refund any game you purchase through Steam, for any reason—whether it isn’t working properly on your PC or you just don’t find it fun. Read More »
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| Lenovo X1 Carbon (Gen 11) Laptop Review: Business Computing With a Familiar Look |
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These days, it seems a lot of performance-oriented laptops are targeted at creatives or gamers. Not so with the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (Gen 11), which targets everyday business professionals with no-compromise performance and excellent battery life. Read More »
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| The Steam Deck Is Now at Its Lowest Price Ever |
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The Steam Deck is a popular way to take your favorite PC games (and emulators) with you in a handheld form factor, and it’s continuing to get better with software updates. If you want to buy one, the Steam Deck is up to $130 off, but you should act quickly. Read More »
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| Eero Pro 6E Mesh Router Is $150 Off, and You Get a $100 Amazon Card |
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Wi-Fi 6E is the very best standard for wireless connectivity out there, but a router — much so an array of them — can be prohibitively expensive for some. Luckily, this three-pack of Eero Pro 6E routers is cheaper than ever so you can get started on Wi-Fi 6E for your home. Read More »
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| Eero 6+ Mesh Router 4-Pack Now on Sale for $155 Off |
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Mesh Wi-Fi router systems are a great way to ensure your entire home is covered by Wi-Fi signals and to ensure you’re always connected. Amazon’s Eero routers are among the best options there, and now, you can grab a mesh Eero 6+ system for cheaper than ever. Read More »
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| You Can Now Try Microsoft’s Copilot AI for Windows 11 |
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AI is what’s hot at Microsoft right now. After the company saw success with the rollout of Bing’s chatbot, it felt confident enough to fully dip its feet into the AI game. One of the most exciting applications of generative AI is Windows Copilot, and it’s now available for general testing. Read More »
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| Grab This Ultra-Fast 1TB NVMe SSD for Just $70 |
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NVMe SSDs are great, except for when you actually need to pay for them. Because yes, that ultra-fast storage comes at a premium. That’s why if you get a good deal on one, you’re almost obligated to jump on it. This SSD is exactly that kind of deal. Read More »
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| 10 Windows 11 Start Menu Features You Should Be Using |
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The Start Menu is one of the most iconic parts of Windows, and it received a pretty major overhaul with Windows 11. There are some nice features hidden in the settings that you might not know about. Let’s unearth them. Read More »
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