7 Reasons You Should Ditch RGB Lighting From Your Gaming Setup

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If you were injured by electricity (but not killed), you were merely shocked. Electrocution is a portmanteau word derived from electro and execution, and only applies when the person is severely injured or killed by the electrical shock.

TODAY'S TOP STORY 7 Reasons You Should Ditch RGB Lighting From Your Gaming Setup


RGB lighting is a big part of gaming PCs and culture, lighting up our rigs like a dazzling rainbow Christmas tree all year-round. But is all that glitz really helping your gaming experience or could it be detracting from it? Read More »

 
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Prime Day 2023 has finally arrived, and it’s time to cash in on the best deals of the year. If you’re in the market for an intuitive, time-saving robot vacuum, you won’t want to miss the amazing discounts Roborock has to offer. You can save hundreds on their top-tier robot and manual vacuums during this annual sale. Read More »

 
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5 DuckDuckGo Features You Should Be Using


DuckDuckGo is primarily known for its focus on privacy. But the search engine (and now browser) offers several helpful features, many of which aren’t even available on Google or Bing. So if you are new to DuckDuckGo, here are five features to improve your search experience. Read More »

 
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Is It Safe to Buy Cheap / Free Windows 10 Keys From Third Parties?


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The Best Gaming Controllers of 2023


Pro Tip: The best controllers aren’t always the ones that come with your console. Whether you need a new controller for your Windows PC, Xbox, Playstation 5, or even your smartphone, you’ve got options. Read More »

 
Stop Using Your Phone as a Flashlight


Smartphones come with a fairly powerful built-in flashlight that is so convenient and easy to use. But you should stop relying on it (and putting your phone in peril) right now. Read More »

 
6 Tricks That Won’t Secure Your Wi-Fi (And 6 That Will)


Like anything related to computer and network security, quite a few oft-repeated Wi-Fi security tricks don’t help at all. Here are the tips and tricks you should avoid and an equal number you should be sure to use. Read More »

 
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» 🌈 Lighting Isn’t for Everyone

You might love a setup with RGB, RGB, and more RGB, but we’ve got a compelling argument or two against it and in favor of a clean illumination-free build. And hey, if we’re going to share one potentially unpopular opinion, why not double down—while you’re thinking about lights, feel free to check out why HTG Editor-in-Chief Jason Fitzpatrick thinks you should stop using your phone as a flashlight.

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Removable Smartphone Batteries Might Make a Comeback


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How Much Money Will Unplugging My TV and Accessories Save?


TV sets and all the various support devices and accessories can carry a surprising phantom load, adding to our electric bills even when we’re not using them. Here’s how much you can save by unplugging them. Read More »

 
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These Streaming Services Won't Punish You for Password Sharing


In the early days of streaming, platforms like Netflix encouraged users to share their accounts with family and friends. But those days are coming to an end. Netflix is now cracking down on moochers, and other services are sure to follow suit. Read More »

 

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