🏀 How to Make Your Phone Less Addictive — March Madness Is Best on YouTube TV

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
March 20, 2025

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Heavy vocal shifting using Auto-Tune processing software is nicknamed the "Cher Effect" because of its use in (and commercial success of) Cher's popular 1998 song "Believe".

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This Is the Single Best Way to Make Your Phone Less Addictive

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There's one thing that almost every Android and iPhone owner has in common: we all wish we used our phones less. There are countless methods for decreasing screen time, but they're often convoluted. I'll show you one simple trick that gets the job done.

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Yes, March Madness Really Is Better on YouTube TV

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With seeds solidified and brackets set, let the games begin. If you're looking for the best way to stream every game during March Madness, I'm here to remind you that YouTube TV is hands-down the best way, and here's why.

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Save Big on the Galaxy S25 Ultra or Get a Huge Trade-in Bonus

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Samsung just kicked off another round of deals on its latest Galaxy S25 Ultra, which can get you a $300 discount or up to $900 off with its enhanced trade-in program. Choose the Jet Black 256GB model (online only) and instantly save $300, making it only $999, or send in your old device and save up to $900. These deals won't last long, so get a fancy new phone today on the Samsung website!

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What Are Subpixels and Why Do They Matter?

RGB subpixels in a modern LCD.

Every modern flat panel display consists of physical "pixels" or "picture elements" that make up the image as a whole. Pixels are already tiny, but each one is a complex machine in its own right, with numerous independent parts.

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7 Switch Games That Are Crying Out for Mouse Support

Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con docking into wrist strap for mouse mode.

Are you excited about new Joy-Cons that might double as a mouse on the Switch 2? Or are you skeptical and wondering which games will benefit from this new feature? As a sequel to one of the best-selling handheld consoles, the Switch 2 is going to be bigger, better, and more powerful.

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7 Reasons Why Apple Photos Is the Only Mac Photo Editing App You Need

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There's no shortage of third-party editing apps for editing photos on your Mac. However, the built-in Photos app on macOS is a capable photo editor that probably satisfies the needs of most people.

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Bought an Ultra Widescreen? Here’s How to Make the Most of It

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Bought an ultra-widescreen monitor? Whether you plan to use it for work, gaming, or entertainment, it can completely transform your experience. However, you'll need the proper setup. Below, I’ve highlighted some ways to make the most of your investment.

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5 Free Productivity Tools You’re Not Using (But Should Be)

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If you'd like to get more done in your day without getting overwhelmed, these free tools may just save your day to day.

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Question of the Day

What Are Your Best Online Shopping Tips?

A PlayStation 5 with a stack of money beside it.

A lot has changed in the world of online shopping over the last couple of decades, but one fact remains: you've gotta be in the know to get the best deals and avoid being scammed. What rules do you live by when you're shopping online, whether it's retail or secondhand sellers?

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