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March 11, 2024

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📱 Galaxy Phones on a Budget

It’s Monday! Samsung just revealed two new budget phones: the Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35. The MSI Claw Windows gaming handheld is also now available to purchase, along with a new thin 65W portable battery.

In other news, Microsoft was showing QR code ads on Windows lock screens, Google’s regular Pixel 8 won’t get Gemini Nano AI, and SwitchBot’s new Lock Pro can add smart control to your deadbolt.

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7 Years of Android Updates Isn’t as Good as It Sounds

After trailing behind Apple in the software support department since the beginning of smartphones, Samsung and Google finally stepped up—both now promise seven years of Android updates. But what does that mean for you, and is it really as good as it sounds?

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Satechi SM1 Slim Mechanical Keyboard Review: A Multi-Device Wireless Keyboard

Top view of the Satechi SM1 connected wirelessly with the backlight on

The Satechi SM1 Slim Mechanical Backlit Bluetooth Keyboard delivers a mechanical experience in a compact and wire-free form factor for just $100. With the ability to pair multiple devices, easily switch between Windows and macOS keyboard layouts, and a solid mechanical feel, this keyboard is a great option for minimal desk setups.

How to Type in Multiple Languages in a Word Document

Microsoft Word lets you change the language you're using, and you can change your keyboard language to match the language you're typing in. Frustratingly, the language option will sometimes revert to the default language. The most effective way to remedy this is to use Microsoft Word's styles.

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The Best Webcams of 2024

Streaming on Twitch and video conferencing on Zoom are more popular than ever, which means you've probably realized your computer's webcam isn't great. Thankfully, one of these excellent cameras will make you look good during that next meeting.

5 Linux Distributions to Breathe New Life Into Old Hardware

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Let old hardware continue to be useful and usable by installing a lightweight Linux distribution on it. We tried a lot of them and whittled them down to our five recommended distributions.

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Is It Still Worth Replacing the Default Android Keyboard?

Early Android phones came with keyboards that were remarkable for how much worse they were than third-party options. These days, that isn’t the case. You probably haven’t given much thought to the keyboard that pops up whenever you try to type on your phone. Do you gain anything by seeking out an alternative?