YouTube NFT Marketplace, EarFun Free Pro 2 review, Samsung Galaxy S22 leaks, Windows 11 Android apps, and more

January 27, 2022

So here’s the thing about NFTs. At its very core, there’s an underlying technology here that’s pretty important and could be the future of how online activity works. No, honestly, the tech beneath NFTs isn’t a scam.

But I’m not going to say the same about NFT art being sold left, right, and center. I’m sure some people are making money, but a lot more will lose in the process. Why is why, sigh, it saddens me to say YouTube may get in on the NFT craze. And you better believe YouTube’s CEO came up for some pretty-sounding reasons on why. (Just don’t believe those reasons.) More in the top story!

Other Highlights:

• Suzanne took a look at the EarFun Free Pro true wireless earbuds and found them surprisingly competent for the price.
• Oh boy, did we learn a lot about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S22 today. If leaks hold true anyway.
• Well, now Tesla is just blowing smoke to prove a point. Not sure how effective it was, though.
• …and more!

-Josh

Make some room; another website’s joining the NFT bandwagon! In a public letter outlining YouTube’s goals for 2022, CEO Susan Wojcicki expressed the company’s interest in helping creators “capitalize” on NFTs. But it doesn’t seem like the company will copy Twitter’s NFT avatars. Instead, it may develop an NFT marketplace that lets people purchase NFTs from videos. Read More »

If you thought the Galaxy S21 launch was a big deal, just wait until you see the Galaxy S22. We still have a few months before Samsung launches its Galaxy S22-series phones, but leaks and rumors paint an interesting picture for the future of Samsung. Here’s everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy S22—including some info on that ray-tracing AMD GPU. Read More »

Your web history tells a lot about you, from where you bank, to what products you buy, and it can even reveal where you live. Luckily, it's easier than ever to keep your private data safe when you grab a full year of PrivadoVPN for just $2.50 a month ($30 a year). Read our full article for details.

There’s nothing better than a cheap phone with killer specs. And that’s the best way to describe the first of TCL’s 2022 releases, the TCL 30 V 5G. It’s a Verizon exclusive, but at just $300, its features are hard to beat. Read More »

Tesla recently released a neat video to its YouTube channel showing how impressive its massive HEPA-rated filters, combined with Bioweapon Defense Mode, are at filtering air and keeping the cabin air clean. Read More »

It’s been nearly half a year since Windows 11 launched, and Microsoft is finally ready to launch one of the operating system’s flagship features—Android app support. All Windows 11 users will gain access to the integrated Amazon Android app store in February of 2021, though only as an unfinished “public preview.” Read More »

If you have a friend or family member in your life who is a massive gamer—and who loves Nintendo’s game selection above any other console’s—a gift card makes for the perfect gift. This gift card allows you to buy one or two small games, or take a big chunk out of a pricier AAA title. You can even spend part of it now and save a little for later! It’s completely digital, so once you pay for it, the code will be emailed to you (or your intended recipient) and ready to use.

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If you immediately close out of Wordle after finishing a game, then you’re doing it wrong. You should sit and admire your accomplishment—you found the word of the day in just a few guesses! And in our experience, there’s no better way to celebrate your Wordle score than building a virtual Wordle home. Read More »

Samsung’s 2022 Galaxy Unpacked event airs February 9th at 10AM EST. The company says it’s launching “the most noteworthy S series ever created,” likely the Galaxy S22 lineup. But you don’t need to watch this event to snag Samsung’s latest phone—the company is offering free pre-order reservations on its webstore! Read More »

Looking for your next pair of versatile earbuds but don’t want to spend a ton? The EarFun Free Pro 2 buds are worth your consideration. Despite lacking a few features—like a companion app, multipoint connection, and super responsive touch controls—the tiny buds are a great value for under $100. Read More »

Charging Oculus Quest 2 headsets is as simple as plugging in a cable, but the controllers use removable AA batteries to provide power. This means there’s no direct way of recharging the controllers, but workarounds do exist if you need them. Read More »

February is the month of amour, so why not fall in love with a brand-new book (or three)? There’s more than just romance on the new-release table, though. Sure, there are some heartwarming love stories coming out, but you’ll also find suspenseful thrillers, intriguing tales that make you think, and some nonfiction that attempts to answer some big questions. Read More »

Although Wi-Fi 6E still feels bleeding edge at the start of 2022, a demonstration of the upcoming Wi-Fi 7 standard showcased transfer speeds might make Ethernet cables obsolete. Let’s take a look at the proposed spec and what it promises. Read More »

Samsung Galaxy phones have become as ubiquitous as iPhones, and that “S” is pretty ubiquitous, too. Many of Samsung’s Galaxy devices have an “S” tacked on to their names. Why is that, and what does it mean? Read More »

Vampire Survivors is the latest Steam Early Access hit. This casual yet addictive bullet-hell game has you taking out monsters and collecting upgrades, and you can try it for free in your browser. Want the full version? It’s only $3 on Steam. Read More »