I've Always Tried To Avoid Using AI, But Amazon Alexa+ Could Win Me Over
Can Amazon's supercharged Alexa convince even artificial intelligence skeptics to welcome it into their home? We checked Alexa+ out, to see if it's compelling.
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Stories By Rob Rich
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Why Does One Jet Always Fly Behind The Blue Angels?
If you’ve ever watched the Blue Angels perform, you may have noticed one of them flying out of formation. We examine the reasons for that extra jet.
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10 Low-Tech Gadgets That Are Surprisingly Useful
If you're sick of "smart this" and "connected that," check out these low-fi, low-tech gadgets that will make your everyday life a little more manageable.
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Every Major Electric Blanket Brand Ranked Worst To Best
Electric blankets are a great way to cozy up in the cold winter months, but you may have a hard time finding the right one.
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What Does AWD Lock Mean? (And When To Use It)
Have you ever noticed the AWD Lock icon somewhere in your vehicle? Here's an explanation of what it means and when you should and shouldn't use it.
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Major Humidifier Brands Ranked Worst To Best
It's not the easiest task to choose the best humidified to suit your needs, but there are some clearly better than others.
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10 Adorable And Useful Tools You Can Fit On Your Keychain
Carry more than just keys-these 10 adorable and useful keychain tools add convenience to your everyday life, from practical gadgets to clever multitools.
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18 Motorcycle Hand Signals Everyone On The Road Should Know About
Knowing the hand symbols and their nuances while riding a motorcycle alone or with a crew can make things a lot safer.
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12 John Deere Products You Probably Didn't Know Existed
You probably know John Deere for its legendary tractors, riding lawnmowers, and more, but the company now has a slew of odd merchandise with its logo on it.
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10 Trustworthy Cord And Charger Brands For Your iPhone
Looking for a replacement iPhone charger or just need some extras, and trying to avoid the cost of first party options? These brands could make what you need.
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8 Useful Gadgets And Tools For Keeping Your Electronics Clean And Sanitized
Keeping your electronics clean and properly sanitized is an important part of making sure that they operate correctly. Here are eight tools that can help.
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Amazfit Helio Smart Ring Review: Low-Cost Health Tracker Keeps Things Simple
Less distracting than a smartwatch and cheaper than many smart ring rivals, Amazfit's Helio still comes with plenty of features. What do you miss for the price?
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12 90s Gadgets Only Millennials Will Remember
The 1990s was a time for zany technology products ranging from the useful to the bizarre, but they were undeniably of that era.
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7 Devices You Should Never Plug Into An Extension Cord
Extension cords can be a great way to improve productivity and convenience, but it's important to know the dangers of what not to plug into one.
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What Does MTOW Stand For In Airplanes?
Air travel is loaded with acronyms and abbreviations, but while many of them are common knowledge, a few can be mysterious, like MTOW. Here's what it means.
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What Is A Truck Topper And Is It Different From A Camper Shell?
If you're looking for something to cover your truck bed, you might wonder what the difference is between toppers, camper shells, canopies, or caps.
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How To Customize Google Messages (And Change The Color Of Text Bubbles)
Google Messages has gotten a lot more interesting ever since the introduction of RCS. Here is how to customize your chats with colorful customized chat bubbles.
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The Best Way To Clean A Motorcycle Helmet Visor
A dirty motorcycle helmet visor isn't just unsightly, it's dangerous. Here's how to restore your helmet's visor without doing any permanent damage.
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Niu KQi 100P Review: A Cheaper, Easier, Better Electric Scooter
The Niu KQi 100P takes most other electric scooters on the market today for a ride. It's not the most feature-packed, but it might be the best for the cash.
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Chromebook Touchpad Not Working? Try These Fixes
If you're having issues with your Chromebook touchpad, you're not alone. Fortunately, there are some easy steps you can take to troubleshoot the problem.
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RedMagic Nova Gaming Tablet Review: A Rare Value Proposition In Android
There's no mistaking the looks of the RedMagic Nova Gaming Tablet, but at $499, is it possible that this device is a real competitor for Samsung and Apple?
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Chromebook's Auto-Click Feature: What It's For And How To Turn It On
Chromebook's auto-click feature is basically what the name implies, and this is how you can turn it on.
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What Exactly Is A Rangefinder Camera & How Does One Work?
If you're looking to buy a new camera, you might be curious about rangefinder cameras. Here's what they are, what they do well, and some downsides to them.
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How To Safely Clean Your PlayStation 4 DualShock Controllers
Spend enough time with a PlayStation 4 controller and it's going to get dirty, luckily you can clean it up.
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Eureka's J15 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum Promises More Power And Smarter Cleaning
Longtime maker of vacuums and other cleaning products, Eureka has unveiled their new smart robot vacuums, boosted by AI and several new features.
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Why Google Is Discontinuing Its Chromecast Devices
According to Google, the reasoning behind Chromecast being retired is a relatively simple one - whether you like it or not.
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How To Start Your PS5 In Safe Mode (And Why You May Need To)
The PS5 has a feature called Safe Mode. Here are the steps for starting your PS5 in Safe Mode, and why you would ever want to start it in that mode.
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