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Happy Friday! Google Chrome is now rolling out the Material You redesign that has been in testing for a few months, Also, Microsoft wants to phase out third-party printer drivers in Windows, Disney+ is $1.99/mo for a limited time, and Logitech revealed stylish new wireless keyboards and mice.

Finally, there's some good news in the car world. BMW is giving up on that ridiculous subscription for heated seats, and Honda will use Tesla's NACS charging port in future electric vehicles.

It's been almost a year since LastPass suffered a security breach that effectively destroyed its reputation. But if you thought the fallout of the December 2022 hack was over, think again. Recent reporting suggests that a string of crypto thefts totalling over $35 million among 150 victims all had one thing in common: they stored their credentials on LastPass.

That's unfortunate for the victims, but let's look at the bigger picture: how did bad actors manage to get that information in the first place? We think we know how, and it's terrifying. If you've ever used LastPass or use it currently, you need to read this.

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Concerned about email security? You should be. One breach can wreak havoc on your personal and professional life. Don't leave it to chance. Download this free guide and become a pro at spotting scams and beefing up passwords!

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It's scary to think that at any time, malicious criminals can have a copy of your account credentials. What's stopping them from logging in and using your account however they wish? Two-factor authentication, that's what. Here's why it's the best defense against stolen credentials.

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If you're hesistant to use a password manager just because a company like LastPass was hit with devestating security breaches, don't be! A password manager is the best way to keep track of your credentials and change them when disaster strikes. Here's why else you should use a password manager and how to get started.

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Anker's excellent Soundcore line of over-ear headphones is now available as an earbud! Introducing the Anker Soundcore A20i: a set of earbuds that last 9 hours on a single charge (or 28 hours via the charging case). Feauturing an AI algorithm that keeps call quality sharp and lightweight earbuds you can wear for hours at a time, the Anker Soundcore A20i can be yours today at 40% off!

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You should be using different mousepads depending on the type of task you're using the mouse for. We make the case, and show you the best mousepads for each situation.

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What if you could have help around the home 24/7? That's the idea behind Unitree's newest consumer-grade robot, the Unitree Go2. That's right: a consumer-grade robot. The future is undeniably here.

What can the Unitree Go2 consumer robot do for you? The question is, "what do you need?" Extra security around your property? Scouting out a route for your next run? The Unitree Go2 makes it happen and more - so much more! See why a consumer-grade robot like Unitree Go2 may be the perfect addition to your household!

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Some voicemails are important, while others are precious. We all have our reasons for saving those all-important voicemails. This is how you do it on an Android phone.

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It'd be nice if spam calls could be thrown into Mount Doom, never to be heard from again. That's unfortunately impossible, but you can still avoid them on your Android phone - here's how.

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Google Chrome is one of the most versatile browsers around. There are so many little tweaks and tricks you can use to make Chrome work for you, that it often feels like you are learning something new in the browser. Here's something else you can learn: how to effectively use tabs in Chrome. Use our power user tips, and you'll never use tabs in Google Chrome the same way again.

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One of our writers at How-To Geek details their year with the iPhone 14 Pro, and what they hope to see in the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro. Get some perspective if you're thinking about upgrading, or making the switch to iOS.

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Want to speed up how you use Windows? Then you're going to want to know these helpful commands. Have a look.

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Over the next four years, Microsoft will slowly transition Windows away from using third-party printer drivers. Find out why, and if this is ultimately the right move for Microsoft.

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Google Chrome is getting its Material You facelift over the next few weeks. Here's what's changing.

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You shouldn't have to pay a subscription for a feature as basic as heated seats, and now BMW is ditching that plan altogether. See what it's requiring a subscription for instead.

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