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| January 12, 2022 |
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| You’re stuck waiting for the Android 12 update to reach your phone, but Google is already hard at work on Android 13. Codenamed “Tiramisu,” the Android 13 operating system may include some essential features that we’ve wanted for years, including the ability to make app notifications opt-in only. Now, we already have a decent idea of when Android 13 will launch. We also know which devices will receive the update, and of course, we know some of the features that Google is testing for its next mobile operating system. Check out our top story to learn all about the sweet Android 13 “Tiramisu” update. Other Highlights: - Now’s your last chance to redownload the Harry Potter e-books you bought in the early 2010s.
- Wyze is giving all Cam Plus subscribers new “Cam Plus Lite” features for free. Here’s what that means for your smart home.
- After launching the first all-electric pickup truck, Rivian’s next EV might be … a bike? What the heck?
- … and more!
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| Everything We Know About Android 13 “Tiramisu” |
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You’re still waiting for the Android 12 update to reach your phone, but Google is already hard at work on Android 13. In fact, the company is working so hard on “Tiramisu” that it’s already leaked a ton of upcoming changes and features. Read More »
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| Wyze Gives All Cam Plus Subscribers Free “Cam Plus Lite” |
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A Wyze Cam Plus subscription adds tons of features to your Wyze security camera, including unlimited recording and AI detection for people, pets, packages, and vehicles. But you need to pay $2 a month for each camera on Wyze Cam Plus, which is a bit annoying. Thankfully, Wyze is fixing things a bit with Cam Plus Lite. Read More »
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| Beats Just Gave Up on Battery-Powered Bluetooth Speakers |
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Beats and its parent company Apple no longer sell portable, battery-powered Bluetooth speakers. The companies have only sold one such speaker, the Beats Pill+, since 2015. But as of January 10th, the Beats Pill+ is discontinued. Read More »
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| Roku Just Added an Important New Category to Your Smart TV Home Screen |
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The live TV experience just got even better on Roku devices thanks to a new Live TV Zone. Available now on your Roku home screen, the Live TV Zone gives you instant access to Roku’s Channel Guide, your recently-watched live TV channels, and of course, all your favorite live TV services. Read More »
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| How to Save Big on the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE |
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After a long wait, Samsung’s Galaxy S21 FE is finally available for purchase. And although this gorgeous, flagship-level phone isn’t a great value at $700, retailers and carriers are running limited-time deals that significantly reduce its price. If you’re planning on buying the Galaxy S21 FE, now’s the time to do it. Read More »
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| STUFF WE LIKE NexiGo’s FHD 1080p Webcam is a Decent Plug-and-Play Peripheral |
| If you’ve been looking for a decent mid-range webcam with lots of features that won’t break the bank, this one from NexiGo is a solid contender. It produces video in full 1920 x 1080p HD at 30 frames per second and is powered by a fixed-focus 2MP CMOS sensor. With a 110-degree field of view, the webcam can easily fit you and a few friends in the shot, making it perfect for video calls with your family, online streaming, or conference calls at work. It has a built-in microphone as well as a physical privacy shutter that you can flip down when the webcam is not in use for peace of mind. Get it at Amazon → |
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| Rivian’s Next EV Could Be an E-Bike |
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Late last year, the popular new auto manufacturer Rivan finally released its R1T electric truck, but now it looks like they’re ready to jump into different market segments. In fact, Rivian could be getting ready to make electric bikes according to its latest trademark filings. Read More »
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| Last Chance: Redownload ‘Harry Potter’ E-Books from Pottermore Before It Shuts Down |
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Now’s your last chance to redownload all those Harry Potter e-books you bought on Pottermore. The old website, which transformed into WizardingWorld back in 2019, is now warning customers that it won’t offer e-book downloads after January 31st. Read More »
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| FightCamp vs Liteboxer: Which At-Home Boxing System Wins the Fight? |
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In one corner, we’ve got the FightCamp, a free-standing punching bag that gives you a tried and true introduction to boxing and kickboxing fundamentals. In the other corner, there’s the Liteboxer, a gamified, party-pleasing boxing machine. Which one comes out on top? Read More »
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| HOW-TO GEEK Here's Why I Use Bing |
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People often call me a “techie.” I know the latest version of Android, how many cameras the new iPhone has, and I actually care about the taskbar in Windows 11. So how can a person like me use Bing on purpose? Read More »
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| HOW-TO GEEK Remembering VRML: The Metaverse of 1995 |
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In the early 1990s, futurists and corporations combined forces to create VRML, a Virtual Reality Modeling Language that promised to bring 3D graphics and virtual worlds to the web, heralding the dawn of the metaverse. Here’s what it was—and why it didn’t work out. Read More »
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| HOW-TO GEEK The Best Home Theater Systems of 2022 |
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When it comes to recreating the bombast of a theater in your home, audio is every bit as important as a big screen. Finding the best home theater system to match your TV can be difficult, but not with these picks. Read More »
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| LIFESAVVY 8 Healthier Soda Alternatives That Don't Taste Fake |
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Soda might taste great, but there’s really nothing about it that’s good for you. These healthier soda alternatives will help satiate your craving and may even replace your old favorite. Read More »
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