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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 do you feel about the super thin phone era we're about to enter?

On the eve of the launch of Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge and likely Apple's iPhone 17 Pro this coming fall, I find myself wondering if this is something people even want? Phones are already pretty thin at this point. Seriously, take a look at the iPhone 16 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro. Both devices are already pretty thin, so is shaving a few millimeters of the thickness worthwhile? Personally, as much as I appreciate flashy tech designs -- especially when it comes to smartphones -- I'd take better battery life and improved durability over a thinner phone, but that doesn't seem to be coming. With this in mind, where do you stand? Are you into the skinny phone future, or would you prefer smartphone giants like Apple and Samsung concentrate on more traditional upgrades like improved cameras, better build quality, and longer-lasting battery life. We'll have more on the Galaxy S25 Edge in the coming days following the blade-like smartphone's official reveal on May 12, at 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT.

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Do you want streaming services to replace your TikTok feed?

Recently, as part of its overarching UI redesign, Netflix announced a new, scrollable TikTok-style feed that will serve up algorithm-driven snippets of hit Netflix shows for users to watch endlessly via their mobile app. And they're hardly the first streamer to have this idea, as just a few weeks ago, Peacock introduced almost the exact same feature to their mobile app. Though I can kind of understand the idea behind creating a scrollable feed of content since platforms like not only TikTok, but also Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts are so popular. However, I'd argue that a lot of the secret sauce that makes these platforms what they are comes from user-generated content, which is not what Netflix or Peacock are putting in these feeds. What do you think? Is this a feature you can see yourself using? 

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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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I had no idea these 5 sneaky apps were using AI

They aren't trying to hide it, but you might have no clue.

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5 reasons I connected an external hard drive to my TV
TVs

Store and show files right on your smart TV.

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5 products that lock you into Apple and Google's ecosystems

Think carefully before you sink money into these devices.

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5 essential smart TV apps that have nothing to do with streaming
TVs

Your smart TV doesn't just need to be used for watching TV.

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4 of the best obscure iPhone features you're not using

Apple doesn't spend much time advertising some of its best quality-of-life improvements.

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5 unexpected things I wish I knew before upgrading to the iPhone 16 Pro

I traded in my iPhone 12 Pro and walked into a tech identity crisis.

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Oura's newest initiative isn't sleep - it's survival

My sleep tracker just joined the fight against addiction -- wait, what?

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5 things you can do with Visual Intelligence on your iPhone

It's one of Apple's best AI features so far.

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10 automatic sports cars that are better than a stick shift

These automatic sports cars prove you don't need a stick shift to have fun!

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4 excellent features Nothing added to the CMF Phone 2 Pro

Nothing's new budget-friendly CMF Phone 2 Pro punches well above its weight -- here are the factors that make this the case.

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You can now get the M3 iPad Air for its lowest price yet

Now is a great time to pick up Apple's latest iPad Air on sale.

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Nintendo's new user agreement includes power to brick your Switch

Nintendo has updated its user agreement in the US with new, stricter language.

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Do color e-readers have a future or are they just a passing fad?

Color e-readers are niche devices made for a particular type of reader.

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This $70 power bank just ensured I'll never buy an Apple MagSafe Battery Pack

OnePlus' new Slim Magnetic Power Bank 5000mAh is so good, that I've lost interest in a next-generation MagSafe Battery Pack from Apple.

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Is the Pixel 8 really waterproof? Four days in a hot tub put that to the test

If you're wondering what happens to a Pixel 8 after four days in a hot tub, the answer is here.

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Google Messages' latest feature is here to save you from yourself

Google is finally beginning to let users delete messages they've sent.

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Grand Theft Auto VI’s latest trailer is a buzz on the internet

There was a lot of exciting tech news this week, let us catch you up on everything you may have missed.

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How a USB stick gave my PlayStation 3 a new lease on life

The right files allow you to change your PS3 and unlock countless titles and experiences.

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Netflix is now using AI to keep you glued to its app

Plus, the trailer for the final season of Squid Game drops, and Disney+ and Max get some great subscriber numbers, all in the Streaming Scene

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Tesla aims to jumpstart Model Y sales with new incentives to attract US buyers

Tesla is already offering purchase incentives for its new Long Range All-Wheel Drive Model Y.

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