April 15, 2022

Right now, Star Trek is going through (another) renaissance. But if you grew up on Trek, you may have trouble accepting some of the newer shows (let alone movies) as the “true Trek.” They feel a lot more “blow stuff up and ask questions later” and a lot less “explore the universe and go where no one has gone before.”

And that’s what makes Star Trek: Strange New Worlds exciting. It offers what just might be a return to classic form and even brings us back to the original Enterprise, no bloody A, B, C, D, or E. But we’re looking at an Enterprise BEFORE Kirk took over as Captain. Instead, we get Captain Pike! If you’re thinking, “Oh no, I may not be able to follow along then,” don’t worry. We got you covered: in the top story.

Other Highlights:

• Arnolds spent some time with Govee’s new DreamView TV immersion lights, and they look so good (for the price).
• Forget about Wordle; Scrabble went digital. And for free!
• Welp, I need to order these new LEGO Botanical sets for Mother’s Day. Totally not for me. Nope.
• …and more!

-Josh

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds may be the best entry point to the franchise since 2017. It follows the adventures of Captain Pike, Spock, and the crew of the starship Enterprise as they explore the galaxy years before the voyages of James T. Kirk and company. It premieres on Paramount+ on May 5th. Read More »

Everyone has seen lights bars and LED strips enhance entertainment centers, but until you’ve experienced the brilliance of Govee’s comprehensive DreamView T1 Pro TV kit, you’ve been in the dark. If you’ve been holding off on buying a premium lighting set, now is the time to break out your wallet. Read More »

Toyota announced its first all-electric SUV last year, the Toyota bZ4X, and now its EV is finally ready to hit the streets. Toyota confirmed its SUV EV is headed to dealerships this week and will be available starting at $42,000. Read More »

Amazon is getting into mobile gaming, but oddly enough, it’s not targeting Twitch nerds. Instead, it’s publishing two mobile games to accompany Amazon Kids+ service. Super Spy Ryan and Do, Re & Mi both aim to offer a fun and educational experience for children and toddlers. Read More »

The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX concept car just did something almost no other EV had when it traveled for over 621 miles (1,000 km) on a single charge. The test puts Tesla to shame when it comes to range. Read More »

The longer you have your office chair, the likelier it is to get worn down or need replacements. When the time comes to replace a wheel on your chair (or, heaven forbid, all of them), this set of five rubber chair casters is a great replacement option. They work on both hardwood floors and carpet, and have a neutral color that’ll blend in with any room. The stem measures 7/16 x 7/8 inches, and the rim size measures three inches. Plus, their ultra-smooth and quiet design won’t scratch, smudge, or damage your floor so you can throw out that old desk mat.

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We’ve all been there: you’re last-minute Mother’s Day shopping, and the best idea you have is a succulent or orchid at the local grocery store. Why not take that desperate move up a geeky notch this year and order a LEGO version of the plant? Because that’s just what the company announced. Read More »

A new Spotify bug makes it impossible to access the app’s media controls. This bug, which only affects Android users, makes the Spotify Now Playing bar, notification control pane, and homescreen widget disappear. It also prevents Spotify from automatically pausing when you play audio through other apps. Read More »

Word games have been all the rage this year, with the likes of Wordle and its many equally fun alternatives taking over everyone’s social media feeds. So it shouldn’t come as any surprise that Scrabble (aka, the ultimate word game) is now available to play digitally. Read More »

Repetitive use of a mouse and keyboard can strain your wrists and lead to carpal tunnel. But you aren’t doomed to wear a wrist brace just yet. You still have time to switch over to an ergonomic mouse, which minimizes wrist movement and helps to prevent injury over time. Read More »

Due to rising costs, Amazon will collect a new “fuel and inflation” surcharge from third-party sellers that use its fulfillment service. This new surcharge, which goes into effect on April 28th, increases fulfillment fees by around 5%. Customers are likely to feel the burn, as most items on Amazon come from third-party sellers. Read More »

If you’re feeling discomfort while wearing the Oculus Quest or Oculus Quest 2 VR headset (sometimes called “Meta Quest 2”), a counterweight dramatically helps balance headset weight for a more comfortable feel. Some add extra battery life too. Here’s why you should try one out. Read More »

If you’ve noticed newer Wi-Fi network gear labeled Wi-Fi 6 and have read about upcoming Wi-Fi 7 hardware, you might have stopped to wonder why you never saw things labeled with lower numbers in the past. Here’s why Wi-Fi is numbered now. Read More »

Announced at CES 2022 (and our Best in Show winner), the S7 MaxV Ultra is the most premium of Roborock’s lineup of robot vacuums and mops. After testing the all-in-one device for over a month, I can easily say this is the best autonomous vacuum you can currently buy, but the best comes at a cost. Read More »

If you’re shopping for a smartphone case, your choices in the material are often silicone, polycarbonate, hard plastics, and Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU). If you’re wondering what TPU is, we’re going to (figuratively) break it down. Read More »

In my opinion, every season is guacamole season. However, spring and summer are truly when everyone seems to want a side of guac. If you plan on making your own, though, there’s one secret you should know. Read More »

We don’t have to tell you that gas prices are high. Luckily, Krispy Kreme is here to ease a bit of that pain at the pump. Read More »