Why are Teslas turning into gaming consoles, 'Wordle' on Game Boy, Withings ScanWatch review, and more

February 8, 2022

Tesla vehicles are many things: expensive, popular, a leading option in EVs, innovative. And also, they’re gaming machines? Yeah, that’s right. More and more, Tesla is building gaming into its vehicles, and we’re not talking padidle and punch buggy. Actual PS5-level graphics are a thing but in your car.

So why would Tesla want to turn its vehicles into “gaming consoles?” That’s a great question. And we get into it—in the top story.

Other Highlights:

• Andrew took a look at the Withings ScanWatch, and discovered it’s an excellent option for people who care about fitness but don’t like smartwatches.
• It’s about time; Google released an update for Pixel 6 on time.
• And also, it’s about time; Microsoft finally closed one of the most significant Ransomware attack vectors on Windows.
• …and more!

-Josh

It’s no secret that Tesla vehicles are unique and have a lot to offer, but lately, we’ve seen the company put a lot of work towards video games and entertainment inside its vehicles. The goal is to “optimize fun” for owners, which still leaves us wondering why Tesla is so interested in gaming. Read More »

Webcams are a must-have piece of technology now, alongside the likes of smartphones and giant TVs. Whether you’re looking to buy your first webcam or upgrade the one you’re currently using, any of these webcams are a sure bet. Read More »

Even if you’re someone who’s interested in tracking your health, sleep, exercise, and daily step count, an Apple Watch or Fitbit can be a hard sell. Those smartwatches have a ton of unnecessary features, their battery life sucks, and hey, some people don’t want to wear a big screen on their wrist. But that’s where the Withings ScanWatch comes into play. Read More »

When Microsoft introduced VBA macros to Excel in 1993, the feature was met with overwhelming praise from both individuals and businesses. Macros let you automate tasks within Office documents, but unfortunately, they’re also a vehicle for ransomware. To mitigate the problem, Microsoft will disable macros for all Office files that you download from the internet. Read More »

Despite its popularity, the Pixel 6 has been plagued by bugs since its launch. Google has been slow to resolve the phone’s many problems, and even delayed its important December update by a full month. But finally, Google has released a Pixel 6 update on schedule. Read More »

Take high-quality sound with you wherever you go! With this pint-sized 12W Bluetooth speaker from Anker, you can enjoy your favorite playlists with lots of bass whether you’re camping, tooling around in the garage, or hanging out poolside. The speaker comes in four colors, works up to 66 feet away from whatever device you connect it to, and its 5,200mAh li-ion battery offers up 24 hours of playback on a single charge—that’s 500 songs! It also sports an IPX7 rating, so it can handle a few light splashes without taking any damage, as well. Plus, it’s super small and won’t take up much space in your bag or on your desk.

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One of the best parts about buying into the Apple ecosystem is AirDrop, the tool that lets you send files, photos, and Wi-Fi login credentials between iPhones, Macs, and iPads. Google has slowly added new features to its AirDrop clone, called Nearby Share, which could soon gain a very important time-saving feature. Read More »

In the coming years, carmakers will begin to launch ultra-long-range EVs like the Lucid Air and Tesla Roadster. But a third, very strange Norwegian EV could also join the mix. Fresco is now showing off the Fresco XL, an “electric POD” that can travel 620 miles on a single charge. Read More »

If Worlde was around in the 1990s, it probably would have launched on the one console that was truly popular with adults—the Game Boy. And although we can’t go back in time and pitch the game to Nintendo, we can now play Wordle on our old Game Boys thanks to a port from stacksmashing. Read More »

Laptops and mining crypto don’t mix. Even a gaming laptop doesn’t have the hardware to go all-out 24/7. Using your laptop as a mining rig is a good way to damage the hardware—and it won’t be able to mine well. Read More »

People have a lot of different opinions on whether you should use a case on your phone or not. I’m not here to tell you to use a case. No, you should be using multiple cases. Allow me to explain. Read More »