The Pringles Man's name is an epic hoax, Creative Outlier Air V3 review, Tesla deliveries delayed, and more

March 26, 2022

Did you know that the Pringles mascot is named Julius Pringles? Yeah, you probably knew that and answered the question correctly at our MindBound sister site.

Only, here’s the thing. Typically when a mascot has a name, the company chose it, right? That’s not what happened in this case. The company that owns Pringles actually got duped into using the name… but a Wikipedia hoax. It’s true! Hit the top story for more details.

Other Highlights:

• Looks like Tesla deliveries are delayed even more now.
• Google might release a Nest Hub that doubles as a tablet, and that’s not the most interesting part of the rumor.
• Andrew took a look at the Creative Outlier Air V3 true wireless earbuds and came away mostly impressed. Mostly.
• …and more!

-Josh

A tiny nugget of misinformation can change the course of history, often without anyone noticing. But not all misinformation is destructive. It turns out that the Pringles mascot’s name, which you’ll find in official advertisements and fun-fact listicles, originated as a cheap hoax. Read More »

When it comes to protecting your online information, you can never be too safe. While using strong passwords and software-based two-factor authentication (2FA) certainly make for a great start, you can further bolster your online security by using a hardware security key. Plus, they’re easy to use on both personal and business devices and accounts. Read More »

Western Digital just rolled out a My Cloud OS update that resolves a dangerous remote access vulnerability. All My Cloud users should install the firmware update (version 5.19.117) to defend themselves from remote hacking attempts. Read More »

The original Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones launched with Android 7.1 in October of 2016. At the time, they were some of the only Android phones with three years of guaranteed software updates, and ended their lives running Android 10. But the old Pixels just got a new lease on life, thanks to the LineageOS team. Read More »

It sounds like Google is finally getting ready to release another smart display, except this model of the Nest Hub could feature a detachable Android tablet. Read More »

Sure, regular chairs are functional and all, but are they as cool as this hanging rope hammock chair swing? We don’t think so! It comes in four colors—beige, light grey, green, and dark grey—and comes with all the hardware you’ll need to mount it inside your house or out on your patio. You can sit up or lie down on it, and its polyester-cotton blend material and sponge insert makes it super comfy for kids, adults, and pets. It even has a side pocket to hold your phone, book, or iPad, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a book or drink!

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Tesla has continuously struggled to estimate car delivery times, and it looks like things are getting even worse amid supply constraints. While delivery delays and increasing prices are nothing new, this week, delivery dates changed in the U.S. for new orders affecting all models. Read More »

It’s easy to get entranced by high-end wireless earbuds, which offer a ton of wacky features but rarely push for new levels of sound quality, battery life, or comfort. These are the three features that actually matter, and shockingly, I found them in a $55 pair of earbuds—the Creative Outlier Air V3s. Read More »

Every configuration of the Surface Pro 8 tablet is currently on sale. Most models get an impressive $200 discount, while one mid-tier configuration is $300 off. If you’re looking for a killer 2-in-1 Windows tablet, now’s the time to take the plunge. Read More »

Having reliable internet access is essential these days, which is why in-car internet or Wi-Fi is becoming so common. Of course, some newer cars still don’t have it, and older vehicles certainly don’t, but you can easily add Wi-Fi to your vehicle with a portable hotspot, OBD2 plug, and more. Read More »

Nobody likes wasting money and the constantly shifting smart home landscape can give you the feeling that you’ll be left holding the bag. The Matter smart home initiative looks to bring order to the Wild West of smart home products. Read More »

Making great coffee doesn’t have to be complicated, but there are certain elements of the process to consider when brewing your morning cup. One of them is ensuring you’re measuring your grounds properly. Read More »

A hardware security key makes your online accounts even more secure. When you sign in, you’ll have to plug in your key and press a button—or touch it to your phone. They work on websites like Google, Facebook, and many more. Read More »

You don’t have to sign up for a subscription service in order to stream great horror movies. There are numerous free streaming outlets with a range of horror options. Here are the 10 best horror movies to stream for free. Read More »