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May 5, 2023 |
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Sometimes watching something crash is just fun. But it’s more ethical to enjoy that fun when nobody is getting hurt. In our top story, Cory has gathered a slew of EV test crash videos. There’s some solid information about safety ratings and such too. But the crashing is the most fun part. From the Rivian R1T Electric Truck and Tesla Model Y to the Mustang Mach-E and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and more, you can watch them all get destroyed…safely. Other Highlights: — Danny |
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TODAY'S TOP STORY Watch the Top EVs Get Crushed In Crash Test Videos |
We’re still waiting for Tesla to release the rest of its Cybertruck crash test video, but in the meantime, you don’t have to wait to see the latest Rivian R1S and other top EVs get crushed in all their glory. Read More » |
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With AKKO's "Everything Protected" plan, you get insurance coverage on your phone and up to 25 additional devices such as your TVs, gaming consoles, laptops, and smartwatches, all for just $15/month! Whether you're dealing with cracked screens, liquid damage, battery failures, or even a lost/stolen device, AKKO has got you covered. Plus, if you use code SAVINGS1 at checkout, you get your first month for FREE + a $50 deductible credit. Learn More >> |
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Mophie Powerstation 10K Review: Portable and Fast Charging |
The new Mophie Powerstation line for 2023 is finally here and available in several different sizes. These little portable power banks are perfect for daily recharging, emergencies, and more. The latest Mophie Powerstation 10K is small enough to fit in a pocket yet fast and powerful enough to charge three devices simultaneously. Read More » |
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LEGO Star Wars UCS X-Wing Starfighter (75355) Review: You’ll Want This Starship |
I have a soft spot for anything “Star Wars,” but what I really love are the starships. Next to the Millennium Falcon, arguably the most iconic ship is Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing. LEGO brought back this fan-favorite spacecraft for its third Ultimate Collector Series (UCS) set, and it’s beautiful. Read More » |
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The Best Stud Finders of 2023 |
Finding the stud is the most important aspect of mounting a TV, hanging a floating shelf, or a piece of artwork. To do so, you can either choose to play the guessing game or go get yourself a big ol’ stud finder. If you chose the latter, make sure to buy only the best stud finders. Read More » |
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The Best Educational Board Games |
Board games are a fantastic way to spend more time with family and friends. While the most important feature of a board game is simply that it’s entertaining, it can also be educational. Why not learn something while you’re having fun? Read More » |
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STUFF WE LIKE Get Your 8-Bit Nostalgia on With This Wireless Controller |
For people who grew up in the 80s, the Nintendo Entertainment System conjures feelings of warm nostalgia. And now, you can bring the experience of the original NES controller to your modern devices. The 8Bitdo N30 Wireless Controller is a Bluetooth device that resembles the classic NES controller with a D-Pad, select and start buttons, and four red buttons for wireless use with Nintendo Switch, Windows, Android, macOS, and Steam. |
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Today’s Quordle Answers |
Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More » |
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Google Rolls Out Passkey Support, Signaling Major Shift in Online Security |
The world’s biggest tech giant, Google, is launching passkey support for all accounts. The Silicon Valley behemoth is one of the primary partners of the FIDO Alliance, which developed the technology. Passkeys are a replacement for passwords that you don’t need to remember to log into your accounts. Read More » |
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Today’s Wordle Answer |
Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More » |
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Here’s When Your Hard Drive Might Fail, According to Backblaze Data |
Every few months, Backblaze publishes a failure rate analysis of the HDDs in its massive data centers. And the latest Backblaze report is quite revealing—it estimates the likelihood of a random drive failure, and it shows us when the average failure occurs in an HDD’s lifespan. Still, there are major caveats to this data. Read More » |
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The Pixel Fold Just Officially Arrived Out of Nowhere |
In a surprise turn of events and ahead of its annual I/O event next week, Google just officially unveiled the all-new Pixel Fold, huge bezels and all. While we’ve seen countless leaks over the last few weeks, we’ll finally learn more on May 10th. Read More » |
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Plexamp Can Now Build Playlists Using ChatGPT |
Plexamp allows you to build a personal music streaming service with your own collection of music. And, in an odd twist, it’s also the first music streaming app to offer ChatGPT integration—the Plexamp 4.7.0 update lets you build highly specific playlists using natural language prompts. Read More » |
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LEGO’s Epic ‘The Little Mermaid’ Set Is Perfect for Disney Adults |
To celebrate the live-action Little Mermaid movie, LEGO is opening pre-orders for its massive Royal Clamshell set. It’s an impressive LEGO creation that’s sure to appeal to adult Disney fans, and surprisingly, it features a whopping 1,808 pieces. Read More » |
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Microsoft Announces the Next Generation of Its AI-Powered Products |
It’s been three months since Microsoft unveiled the “New Bing,” an AI-powered chatbot that incorporated the power of GPT-4 into its search engine. This week, the company announced the next step in its journey through the AI revolution. Read More » |
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New LEGO X-Wing Starfighter Is Bigger and Better Than Ever |
Just in time for Star Wars Day, LEGO is gearing up to release its third X-Wing Starfighter build. Only this time, it’s bigger, better, and far more expensive than the previous two. Read More » |
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Your Galaxy Watch Will Become a Sleep Coach Later This Year |
Coming later this year, the One UI 5 Watch update will enhance your Galaxy Watch’s capabilities, especially in regard to sleep tracking. Healthy sleep habits are at the forefront of this update, including some changes that make it easier to access and understand your sleep data. Read More » |
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HOW-TO GEEK 6G: What Is It, How Fast Will It Be, & When Will It Launch? |
Network planning initiatives in the U.S. and around the world have 6G all over the news, but you may be wondering when it’ll be all over your town. Curious about 6G and when upgrading to 6G will even a possibility? Here’s what we know. Read More » |
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LIFESAVVY Can You Make Up Sleep? |
Have you ever found yourself burning the midnight oil and thought, “I’ll just make up for it on the weekend?” Well, I hate to break it to you, but sleeping in on the weekends or taking a twenty-minute nap here and there may not be the solution you’re looking for. Read More » |
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