Rivian's big secret, the best Halloween VR games, Google Play on Windows 11, and more

October 26, 2021

Which automaker released the first fully-electric pickup truck? You might be surprised—it wasn’t Ford or Tesla, it was Rivian. The small startup began fulfilling pre-orders for its R1T electric pickup just a few weeks ago, and its customers are bragging like crazy on social media.

But they won’t be bragging when they hear that Rivian is producing an average of just two R1T electric pickups every day. At this pace, it will take Rivian over 60 years to fulfill its nearly 500,000 pre-orders. So what’s the big holdup? We go over all the details in our top story.

Other Highlights:

• Forget about Amazon, someone found a way to get the Google Play Store on Windows 11.
• I reviewed TCL’s new flagship phone, and man, it ain’t great!
• Microsoft is ending Teams support for older Android phones, unsurprisingly.
• We sent Dave to find the best Halloween VR games, and I’m surprised that he returned in one piece.
• … and more!

-Andrew

Rivian is finally fulfilling pre-orders for its R1T electric pickup truck, an off-road beast and the first fully-electric pickup to hit the market. But Rivian has a big problem that nobody’s talking about—it’s building just two R1Ts per day. Read More »

It’s the time of year when everyone is looking for a good scare. Standard options like a horror movie with the lights out, or a haunted house event, can vary in quality and may not even cause a shiver. Luckily, we’ve hit the point where a short spell in a Virtual Reality headset can make you feel genuinely uncomfortable. Read More »

When Microsoft confirmed Windows 11 would support Android apps, there was plenty of excitement, but then we learned apps are only available through the Amazon App Store. And while Android apps on Windows 11 made their confusing debut last week, this week, a developer on Twitter managed to get the full Google Play Store working, and here’s how. Read More »

If you’re still rocking an old Android phone or tablet, you may want to start planning an upgrade. Microsoft just announced that it’s dropping Microsoft Teams support for Android versions 5 through 7. Read More »

There’s a good chance the first time you experience driving a Tesla might be in a rental car. While many large rental car companies, including Hertz, offer Tesla’s in the fleet inventory, they’re few and far between. However, that’s about to change as Hertz just placed an order for 100,000 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. Read More »

Finding something good to watch on TV doesn’t have to be difficult if you’ve got a good streaming stick. With Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K, you’ll have easy access to popular streaming services like HBO Max, Netflix, Peacock, Hulu, Sling, Disney+, Pluto, Prime Video, YouTube, and more. The stick also supports 4K UHD content, Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, HDR, and HDR10+, for excellent picture and audio. The Alexa Voice Remote lets you search for and launch content and even control your connected smart home devices. The affordable Fire TV Stick is a must-have for your living room, as it offers fuss-free entertainment for everyone in your home.

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It may not be the newest mouse in Logitech’s catalog, but the MX Master 2S is still one of the best professional mice of all time. It’s ergonomic design and fast scroll wheel are comfortable to use for extended periods, it can connect with three devices at a time and supports Logitech Flow, and man, it’s only $55 during today’s Amazon sale. Read More »

When I first set out to review the TCL 20 Pro 5G, I assumed that it would be a very entertainment-oriented device. After all, manufacturers can’t put everything in a $530 phone, and the TCL 20 Pro 5G’s biggest feature is its 20:9 curved AMOLED display. But I’m a bit disappointed by the 20 Pro 5G. Its strengths are overshadowed by trendy nonsense, making it a hard sell when compared to devices like the $450 Pixel 5a. Read More »

Multirotor drones are now commonplace and advanced enough that anyone can fly them, yet most people probably don’t understand how they stay in the air. Understanding basic drone flight physics can make you into a better drone pilot. It’s simple! Read More »

Peacock may be an upstart streaming service, but it does have a well-stocked library of creepy, scary, and darkly entertaining movies, most of which are available to stream for free. Here are the best Halloween movies to stream on Peacock. Read More »

When you think of the holidays, your brain might go to seasonal decor or your family’s traditions. But the thing everyone’s likely to think about is food. There’s an advent calendar for that. Read More »