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The band Radiohead was originally called "On a Friday"—the band was formed by high school friends and they named the band quite literally. Friday was the day they had access to the school's music room and could practice, but at the insistence of their label, they picked a new name (which is a reference to the 1986 Talking Heads song "Radio Head").

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Happy Wednesday! Notepad++ now lets you pin your tabs, the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 has arrived, and Starlink’s direct-to-cell satellite service just got FCC approval. Also, Google Calendar and Tasks are coming together on Android.

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Android Developer Previews Are Not For You

You might be tempted to flash Android Developer Previews to try out the latest features before anyone else. But for the average person, they're almost always more trouble than they're worth. Think before you download.

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Virtual Reality Might Finally Be Socially Acceptable

When I first tried modern VR in 2016, it was a niche technology that drew plenty of mainstream ridicule. Today, things are very different, and no one has to be embarrassed about having a good time in a virtual world anymore.

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The Samsung T5 EVO Portable SSD gets you massive storage in a compact, convenient, and durable package. This blazing-fast storage drive is ideal for gamers, content creators, and more. For a limited time during Black Friday, you can get $105 off along with a free 128GB Pro MicroSD card. Head to Samsung's site to get your own.

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iPhone vs. Digital SLR: How Does an iPhone Stack Against a Real Camera?

There are some situations where only a digital SLR or mirrorless camera will get the job done. Wedding photography, motorsports, bird-watching, and fashion, to name a few. But for more casual photography, a smartphone can often stack up surprisingly well.

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How to Remove a Gmail Account from Your Android Device

The only way to remove a Gmail account from your Android device is by removing its associated Google account. However, there are things you can do to minimize its presence on your phone or tablet.

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My Handheld PC Was Overheating Like Crazy, Then I Opened It...

My handheld PC has been giving me thermal headaches for a while now, but when things finally came to a head, the cause was predictable in retrospect, but surprising in reality.

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Top Tech Deals: PS5 Slim, 4K TVs, 10th Gen iPad, and More!

Black Friday sales are here, and we're seeing a lot of the best tech available at the biggest discounts of the year. You don't have to wait until the day after Thanksgiving to buy a new TV, iPad, DJI Drone, or smart home accessories; you can score a deal today.

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How to Get the Transcript of a YouTube Video

Closed captions are a handy feature on YouTube, but they only appear in real-time along with the video. You can get a transcript of those captions to read at your own speed. It works on desktops, iPhones, and Android.

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Question of the Day

Do You Use Internet Slang When Speaking?

The internet is full of slang, with new terms constantly being popularized that it's difficult to keep up. Whether you browse social media, play games, or read articles, you're bound to come across internet slang. But while you might type a "LOL" or "BTW" online, I want to know whether you ever say these terms out loud.

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