$100 Vs. $1,000 Hearing Aids: What To Know Before Buying An OTC Model
Is it worth it to spend $1,000 or more on hearing aids, or will an over-the-counter pair be good enough? Here's are the key differences between them.
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This USB Gadget Turns Your Smartphone Into A Musical Instrument
You can find USB-C gadgets that do all kinds of various things, but there's only one (so far) that actually turns your phone into a musical instrument.
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Gibson Offers An App For Beginners Learning Guitar - Here's How It Works
Want to learn guitar but not sure where to start? Gibson’s beginner-friendly app could make learning easier than ever, helping you build skills step by step
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Yes, Rockville Audio Is A US Company - But Here's Where Its Speakers Are Made
Rockville Audio is a renowned US-based brand of speakers and audio devices, but are its products actually in the United States or internationally?
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PS5 Resale Value: How Much Can You Get In 2025?
If your Sony PlayStation 5 is just gathering dust, it might be a good idea to resell it. Find out how much you can get and whether trading it in is worth it.
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Where Did Traffic Light Colors Really Originate From?
Stoplights have three different and distinct colors -- red, amber, and green -- and those colors were chosen with specific purpose. Here's why.
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PS4 Resale Value: How Much Can You Get In 2025?
Selling your PS4 in 2025? From rare collector’s editions to standard models, a few things can make a big difference in how much buyers are willing to pay.
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The Largest Telescope In The World: How Many Megapixels Does Its Camera Have?
A Chilean observatory has unveiled the largest telescope in the world, equipped with a simply massive camera and capable to taking incredible photos.
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Why Did They Stop Putting CD Players In New Cars?
You've probably noticed that at some point in recent years, car manufacturers stopped putting CD players in new vehicles. Maybe you even wondered why.
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Lexus Holds Two World Records, But They're Not What You Would Expect
As an automaker, these two world records that Lexus maintains are automotive-related, but the full context of these efforts paints a much stranger picture.
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What Is A Burner Phone And How Do You Buy One?
While burner phones are a staple of crime dramas and Hollywood, there are valid reasons why someone in real life may consider using a burner phone.
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Wired Headphones Are Making A Comeback, And We Have Gen Z To Thank
It feels like we just got done criticizing Apple for removing the headphone jack from iPhones, and now wired headphones are making a comeback. Why?
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Why A VPN Works Better When You Use A Server Closer To Your Location
Using a VPN lets you keep your connection private or change its location, but some servers are worse than others. Here's what you need to know.
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Steam Deck Vs. Lenovo Legion Go S With SteamOS: Which Offers Better Gaming Performance?
Steam Deck and Lenovo Legion Go S are apart in years and specifications, but they both share the same operating system: SteamOS. Still, we have a clear winner.
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What Does The Nintendo Switch Orange Screen Of Death Mean & How Do You Fix It?
If your Nintendo Switch is only displaying a mysterious orange screen, you might be experiencing the Orange Screen of Death. Here's what to do.
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Here's What An Unopened Nintendo Entertainment System Deluxe Set Is Worth Today
While the Nintendo Entertainment System itself isn't rare, the Deluxe Set, which came bundled with a selection of games and accessories, is a different story.
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What Was The Turbo Button On Old '90s PC For & Why Don't We Have It Anymore?
In the 80s and 90s, some desktop PCs included a "Turbo" button, but what it actually did was a little unclear. What was it for and why don't PCs have them now?
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Why A 10Gb Ethernet Router Won't Make Your Internet Any Faster (But You Might Want One Anyway)
10 Gb Ethernet is incredibly fast internet compared to anything the common consumer has at home. Even if you have it, though, your internet won't be faster.
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8K Gaming Monitors Are Coming, But Are Our Computers Ready For Them?
Gaming monitors are expanding again with the rise of 8K monitors, but can your computer even handle gaming at an 8K resolution or is it too soon?
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What Nvidia's DLSS Feature Actually Means For Nintendo Switch 2 Users
The console's upgraded hardware comes at an increased price compared to its predecessor, but it offers some huge improvements in graphics and performance.
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These High-Tech Batteries Could Theoretically Last For Thousands Of Years
Most of us can barely get a day's use from our phone batteries, but researchers from the U.K. have developed batteries that could last thousands of years.
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This Tiny Mazda Fit In A Suitcase, And Looked Like Something From Mario Kart
Mazda has made some quirky vehicles over the years, but this suitcase-sized creation from the early 1990s surely takes the cake as its weirdest one ever.
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This Discontinued USB Gadget From The 2000s Did Absolutely Nothing, But People Still Loved It
Nerd toy store ThinkGeek was known for its April Fool's jokes, but one of the website's earliest pranks proved to also be one of its most endearing.
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Do Custom PCs Have Serial Numbers? (And What To Do If You Need One)
Finding a product's serial number is pretty easy, but what about custom-built PCs? Do they have a serial number, and where would you even find it?
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T-Mobile Is Bringing Back A Power User Favorite Feature - Here's How (And When) You Can Use It
T-Mobile's self-service SIM managing tool is back in the T-Life app. Here's how to get it set up and transfer your own SIM cards and eSIMs on your own.
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Here's How Many Of The World's Microchips Are Made In America
These days, just about everything has a microchip in it, so you may be wondering how many of those are made in the U.S. You might be surprised.
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What Happened To T-Mobile Sidekick? A Look Back At The Discontinued Hit Of The 2000s
T-Mobile's Sidekick was all the rage in the 2000s, but the internet-connected slide phone disappeared once the 2010s came around. Here's what happened.
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