June 27, 2022

The world is pretty well turning to something closely resembling normal, and one of the chief signs of that is movies. For a while there you could see all the latest and greatest movies without going to a theater—you could just stream them.

But now theaters are up and running again, and movies aren’t skipping straight to streaming as an option. And you know what? No. I’m not doing it. I’m not going back to the movie theater. I don’t have to. I’ll tell you how and why in the top story.

Other Highlights:

• Instagram wants a selfie from your teen. But the reasons are less nefarious than you think (maybe).
• The Raspberry Pi 4 is an affordable, powerful, and amazing little mini-computer… that you can’t find anywhere. We put together a list of alternatives.
• Hey, what is Sony sold a slim PS5? Probably not going to happen. So someone made one!
• …and more!

-Josh

The last two years have been awful for any number of reasons. But along the way, we briefly attempted an experiment: what if movie theaters shifted to streaming instead? Now things are slowly shifting back to the status quo. And you know what? There’s no way I’m ever going back to the theater. Read More »

The Raspberry Pi 4 is a wonderful device. It’s the latest and greatest from a series of computers that have gotten millions into coding, and it forms the basis for a multitude of DIY electronics projects. The catch is, they’re impossible to get hold of, at least not at MSRP. Read More »

Believe it or not, but some people don’t want to wear a giant screen on their wrist (and charge it every night). That’s why Fossil sells hybrid smartwatches that combine analog style with smart health-tracking features. And the all-new Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid hides some very fun features. Read More »

While Google already teased the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro back in May, the phones won’t arrive until later this year. Still, that hasn’t stopped a slew of leaks and rumors from emerging. Now, the latest leak suggests the Pixel series will finally have a much brighter display. Read More »

It seems that Overwatch 2 is more than just a flashy sequel. Instead, it’s a full on replacement for the seven-year-old Overwatch, which will stop working when Overwatch 2 arrives on October 4th. Given previous news, this isn’t much of a surprise. Read More »

These days, it’s easy to find Wi-Fi cameras you can place all-around your home. That’s handy for checking in on the pets or spotting intruders when you’re not home. But what about outside? Not just any old camera can withstand rain and snow. Whether you’re looking for security or to do some bird watching, you may want to pick up a Blink Outdoor camera. It runs off AA batteries, will last a year on a charge, requires no wiring, and can withstand the elements. Not bad for a camera that won’t break the bank.

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Spotify has completely revamped its Concerts Hub, turning it into a powerful concert-finding tool called Live Events. This feed, which you can find by searching “Live Events” on Spotify, uses your listening habits to find concert tickets and information on upcoming shows. Read More »

The last two years have been awful for any number of reasons. But along the way, we briefly attempted an experiment: what if movie theaters shifted to streaming instead? Now things are slowly shifting back to the status quo. And you know what? There’s no way I’m ever going back to the theater. Read More »

Finding a next-gen console is practically impossible these days. So, maybe you should settle for a mini fridge. Microsoft finally launched its official Xbox Mini Fridge, a large replica of the Xbox Series X with incredible thermal performance. Read More »

The Playstation 5 is one of the biggest consoles around, but eventually, Sony will likely release a slim version. However, one DIY YouTuber didn’t want to wait several years for it, so he made his own “PS5 Slim.” Read More »

Instagram this week announced it’s testing several new systems for age verification. This includes recording a video selfie and submitting it to an AI-powered facial recognition tool. The goal is for teenagers to verify their age and comply with platform rules. Read More »

The iOS 16 beta launched earlier this month, and oddly enough, its code references both “WirelessRemoteFirmware.4” and “SiriRemote4.” These names don’t correspond to any existing Apple products, and notably, Apple has only released three generations of the Siri Remote. Read More »

Minecraft is great! Until your two-week project recreating the Sistine Chapel gets anachronistically exploded by Creepers. If you’d like some other building games that feed your need for creativity, check out the options below. Read More »

The Edge browser is one of Microsoft’s greatest success stories of the last decade. It’s a solid and snappy browser that, despite carrying the legacy of Internet Explorer, has gobbled up a ton of market share. But Microsoft can’t break old habits. It keeps adding useless crap to Edge, like coupon tools, thinly-veiled credit card ads, and now, games. Read More »

Getting a new copy of your birth certificate or social security card from the DMV can feel like a little taste of purgatory. A document safe will protect your important papers from damage, fire, and theft making extra sure you won’t be waiting six hours for your number to be called. Read More »

It’s been 50 years since Nolan Bushnell co-founded Atari, which brought video games to the mainstream. To celebrate, we asked Bushnell what he learned during the early years—and what we’ve lost sight of since then. Read More »