🍿🔋 12 Free (and Legal) Movie Streaming Sites - Wireless vs. Wired Charging - And More

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It's Friday! Ubuntu Linux 23.10 was set to arrive yesterday, but a malicious translation issue has put the release on a temporary hold.

In other news, there's a new $299 Xbox Series S bundle on the way, Netflix is setting up physical stores, and Tor Browser 13.0 is out with some great improvements.

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Wireless vs. Wired Charging: Which Is Better for Battery Life?

Logic tells you that the less wires you have to get tangled, twisted, and broken, the better. Less wires means less mess, and more places you can sit your device and charge it overnight. It seems like the best approach - but is it best for your battery?

That's a good question, and it's one we're happy to answer. Join us as we explain the differences between wireless and wired charging. As well as if there's actually a best charging option for battery longevity.

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The 12 Best Free Movie Websites (That Are Legal and Safe)

Ready to do a little couch rotting this weekend and stream movies until Monday rolls around again? What if you could do that without paying a cent, legally and safely? Do we have your attention?

We thought so! Check out our exhaustive list of the free and legal places you can stream movies, television shows, and obscure content you've never even heard of. Enjoy your weekend!

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Edge-Lit vs. Direct-Lit vs. Full-Array TVs: What's the Difference?

Modern LCD TVs use three different kinds of backlighting systems: edge-lit, full-array, and direct-lit. Each backlighting system has its own advantages and disadvantages, and you'll want to know the difference between each of them before you purchase your next LCD television. We explain those differences so you can make an informed purchase.

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Google's Pixel 8 Pro Has Some Camera Issues

Pixel phones are synonymous for their awesome cameras. The Pixel 8 Pro is no different, though some Pixel users aren't exactly happy with how their images are turning out. See what the problem is, and when Google is planning on rolling out a fix for the Pixel 8 Pro's camera woes.

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The Original Pixel Watch's Charging Speed Just Got Downgraded

If you're noticing that your original Pixel Watch is taking roughly 30 minutes longer to charge, you're not losing your mind. In a recent firmware update, Google confirmed that it has indeed downgraded the charging speed of the OG Pixel Watch. See why it did it.

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You Should Change This Camera Setting on Your iPhone 15

If you have noticed that your iPhone 15 is distoring voices when you record a video, don't assume that your phone is busted. This is actually a common problem, and fixing the problem is as simple as deactivating a certain setting. We show you how to find it, and how it solves the problem.

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What Is the AVIF Image Format?

Move over JPEG, there's a new image file format in town that wants to be king! It's name? AVIF, and it uses the latest media compressions techniques to deliver better image quality at smaller sizes compared to JPEGs. See why else .avif files are gaining in popularity, and why it could soon be supported in your favorite web browser, OS, and apps sooner than later.

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Does It Make Sense to Build a Hackintosh in 2023?

It used to be that building a Hackintosh computer made more sense than purchasing a legitimate Apple computer. Hackintosh computers traditionally gave users more freedom to use alternate hardware that would still play nice with macOS, while making it easy to dual boot other OSes like Window, Linux, and so on.

It all seems kind of antiquated today, no? So is there actually a reason to still build a Hackintosh in 2023? Or are those days long gone?

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7 Signs That It’s Time to Upgrade Your Motherboard

The beauty of desktop PCs is that you can swap out hardware as it breaks or becomes obsolete for faster, more powerful, and dare we say shinier gear. But over time, new hardware becomes incompatible with aging, outdated hardware. When this happens, one of the first things you should upgrade is your motherboard. Here are the signs that it's time to swap out your old motherboard for a newer model.

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How to Back Up and Restore Your Android Device via Google One

Transferring everthing from your old phone to your new one used to be an exercise in futility. No matter how hard you tried, your new phone's set up wasn't exactly like the old one. That's a pain in the rear if you have your icons, folders, and the like set up just the way you like it. That's where the beauty of Google One comes in for Android users, as it automatically backs up your Android device nightly and allows you to restore a perfect carbon copy of the backup to another device as needed. Here's how to get that set up, making restoring your backups a breeze!

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How to Hack the Hidden Google Chrome Dinosaur Game

How many times has your heart sank when you've seen the dreaded "No internet" screen in Google Chrome? You know, the screen with the pixelated dinosaur. Did you know there is actually a hidden game starring this cute dinosaur that you can play on this page? It's the perfect way to kill time when you're waiting on for your network to come back online, but it's also pretty darn tough. It doesn't have to be though if you know how to cheat! Here's how to hack this hidden game and make the dinosaur invincible so you can easily rack up a high score!

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