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This awesome 3-in-1 charger eliminates my need for multiple cords

My iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch are taken care of.

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Is the Switch 2 really worth $450? I played it myself and here's 5 things to consider

After going hands-on with the Switch 2, I have a few key takeaways from the experience.

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Asus' ROG Flow Z13 (2025) is an unassuming gaming powerhouse

If you're searching for a gaming laptop with a small footprint look no further than the ROG Flow Z13.

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How mad are you about GTA VI?

We got another full year of "we got ____ before GTA 6" content before we got GTA 6. Personally, I don't play. I've never played. But if there is ever an opportunity to pull that card out of my sleeve, you best bet I'm going to take it and not just run, but sprint with it. It's a joke 12 years running, and I personally don't think it ever gets old. We got dire wolves before GTA 6. We got aliens before GTA 6. We got a delay before GTA 6. But real talk, how mad are you that it's going to be another full year for the sake of 'polish?' 

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How serious do you take your passwords?

There was a time when convenience trumped security for me regarding passwords. I knew I needed to start using a password manager like 1Password and generate passwords that included lower-case/upper-case letters, numbers, and symbols, but I couldn't bring myself to redo all of my account passwords. At least not until a bunch of my streaming accounts got hacked, someone bought $2,000 worth of fast food with my McDonald's account, and roughly $500 of V-Bucks was purchased with my Xbox account -- that changed everything. Now, I don't have a single duplicate password, and 1Password handles all the generation. With World Password Week underway, I'm curious, how seriously do you take your passwords? Are you still using your pet's name? Maybe it's your birthday, and several random letters? Maybe you're like me and got burned one too many times, so you upped your security game. Let us know in the comments below.

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Do you say 'please' and 'thank you' to ChatGPT?

I've been using AI tools for far longer than OpenAI released the AI kraken on the world, and I've always been careful to mind my manners. No, it's not because I'm afraid that ChatGPT is going to become our AI overlord someday (please don't -- my packed schedule can't take a Skynet Judgement Day IRL). It's because basic manners have been ingrained in me since I could speak, and it's a force of habit that technology isn't going to take away from me. I also feel like manners, like muscles and habits, can atrophy or fade away if you don't use them consistently in almost all situations. Let's say you are in ChatGPT or Google Gemini all day every day, and you consciously decide to drop all manner-driven phrases for the sake of time and keystrokes -- what if that becomes the habit, and you accidentally write an email to your boss that's all command and no etiquette? No corporation will squeeze the "please" out of me, thank you very much.  Do you use manner-driven phrases when you use AI? 

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Microsoft has a big Surface announcement coming next week

A new Surface Copilot+ PC is coming on May 6th.

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Roku's latest move could be bad news for YouTube TV

Roku is acquiring Frndly TV, a budget-friendly subscription streaming service that offers live TV.

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Samsung adds 5 new sports channels to Samsung TV Plus
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Plus, Xbox prices are going up and Starlink is looking to gain new customers in this week's hottest tech news.

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The best Raspberry Pi projects anyone can do for every model

There are plenty of awesome ways to use each Raspberry Pi.

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Adding three screens to my laptop isn't something I ever thought I'd want to do

If you need more screens on the go, this laptop screen extender can fix that.

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I love always-on displays, and it's high time they debut on PC

These days, always-on displays are commonplace on mobile - I'd love to see Windows PCs get in on the AOD action, too.

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Apple's latest budget iPad just dropped to its lowest price ever

You don't want to miss out on this deal for Apple's newest entry-level iPad.

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9 changes to YouTube TV happening now ahead of major redesign

YouTube is making improvements to its TV app ahead of its expected redesign later this year.

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The Xbox Series X now costs $100 more as Microsoft hikes prices across the board

Microsoft has announced a worldwide price increase for Xbox consoles, controllers, and games.

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This is the Kobo you should buy if you want the ultimate reading and writing experience

The Kobo Libra Colour has everything you need from an e-reader: Color E Ink, physical buttons, and stylus support.

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Keeping track of where movies are streaming drove me crazy until I found this app

I decided to stop using streaming service watch lists. Here's why.

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4 things I learned raising my son on an iPad

It's important to approach your kid's first tech with thoughtfulness.

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Starlink is giving away free hardware in exchange for new sign ups

Starlink is giving away its $350 Standard Kit for free when you sign up for select 12-month residential plans in the US.

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The compact OnePlus 13T won't release in the US

OnePlus unfortunately has no plans to launch its new compact phone in the US, Canada, or Europe.

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This $1,900 monitor is like using a giant Kindle Colorsoft

Boox has unveiled its new Mira Pro Color E Ink monitor.

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Samsung owners just got a huge free TV upgrade

Samsung is expanding Samsung TV Plus with more free sports content.

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3 reasons why I regularly delete my Google Search history

I've gotten into the habit of clearing my Google Search history, cache, and cookies on a regular basis - here's why I go through the extra effort.

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5 Pixel features I always switch on right away

Google's Pixel smartphones have a ton of additional features. Here are the ones you should try out first.

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Duolingo's big AI bet is primed to backfire in a big way

Duolingo's CEO has penned a company-wide email, confirming plans to pivot hard towards AI - here's the low-down on what this development entails.

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Spotify just quietly fixed one of its most frustrating features

Spotify has quietly rolled out an update that lets users finally fix their shuffling experience.

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