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Nintendo Is Cracking Down on eShop Spam Games

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 20:48

Nintendo might have finally realized the Switch eShop has a lot of garbage. The company quietly rolled out a new set of publishing guidelines for developers looking to put their games on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop in Asia, but it's not clear if the same rules are coming to other regions.

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Upgrade to Anker’s 2-In-1 Car Phone Charger for 40% Off

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 20:35

Are you still using an old, slow, outdated phone charger in your car, or do you have only a single port but often need to charge multiple devices? If so, you'll love this deal we found on one of Anker's best little 2-in-1 phone chargers. Right now, Anker's 52W dual-port car charger is 40% off and under $12.

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Your PS5's USB Port Is for More Than Just Charging—Here's Everything You Can Do With It

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 20:30

You've probably noticed that your PlayStation 5 has quite a few USB ports on the back and front of the console. You already know that you can charge your controllers using these ports, but they're useful for much more than that.

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Android And Chromebooks Will Eventually Merge

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 20:11

Google running two different, seemingly independent operating systems might be a weird strategy for some people. But now, it looks like Google might actually merge Android and ChromeOS, the operating system running on Chromebooks, at some point down the road.

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Get This 27-inch Alienware Monitor for Under $200 Today

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 20:10

The Alienware 27" Gaming Monitor has hit an astonishingly low price, now available for just $189 on Amazon. This incredible deal slashes the original list price of $270, netting you a massive 30% off on a premium gaming display. This markdown makes it an absolute steal considering the brand name.

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You Might Want to Disable T-Mobile’s Two New ‘Privacy’ Settings

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 20:05

Like most carriers and big companies, T-Mobile loves to collect personal data. While that's typically done for targeted ads and other marketing, it still gives many users pause. And now, it looks like T-Mobile has fired up two more collection processes, which are enabled by default.

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The Weirdest Control Methods in Gaming History

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 15:00

Pick up any modern video game and you’ll probably have some idea of how to control what you see on the screen, whether that’s your fingers resting naturally into the WSAD position on a keyboard or the instinctive urge to use the right analog stick to look around.

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Why I Think Chrono Trigger Is the Best Video Game Ever Made

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 15:00

Among gamers, there’s constant debate about what is the best game of all time. There are plenty of great contenders and though the answer is ultimately subjective, for me there’s only one answer. Chrono Trigger is the best video game ever made.

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Everything You Need to Know About Watching the Perseid Meteor Shower in 2025

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 14:30

The Perseid meteor shower is one of the most prolific astronomical displays in the Northern Hemisphere, offering many fast, bright meteors with long-lasting trains at around the same time every year. Let's look at what the Perseid meteor shower is and how you can see it and capture it on camera.

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This Overlooked Mid-Size Luxury Sedan Oozes Sophistication

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 14:00

In the crowded world of mid-size luxury sedans, one elegant contender often goes unnoticed, yet it delivers a level of sophistication and refinement that rivals the best in the class. With its sleek design and serene driving experience, this sedan deserves far more attention than it gets.

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5 Netflix Movies You Need to Watch This Week (July 14 - July 20)

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 13:00

Welcome to a new week and another list of superb movies waiting for you on Netflix. I'm confident that you will enjoy at least one of these—they've won awards, received rave reviews, and are some of my all-time favorites.

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BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 Review: Front and Rear Monitor Light with Wireless Control

Mon, 07/14/2025 - 12:00

From reduced eye strain and fatigue to enhanced mood and productivity, good lighting offers many benefits. Although there are less expensive options, the BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2 makes a compelling case as being the best monitor-mounted lighting solution for your desk.

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These 8 Tools Instantly Turned Me Into a Windows Pro

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 22:00

Have you ever wished for a macOS Spotlight-like feature on Windows or wanted to find out exactly which shade of blue is used in How-To Geek’s status bar? You can achieve these features and many more using Microsoft PowerToys, which has been available since the Windows 95 days.

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Nothing Phone (3) vs. Galaxy S25 vs. iPhone 16: The $799 Flagship Battle

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 21:30

The Carl Pei-led startup Nothing has just launched its first "flagship" smartphone: the Phone (3). By pricing the phone at $799, the brand is taking on well-established models like Samsung's Galaxy S25 and Apple's iPhone 16. However, does it stand a chance against the competition? Let's find out.

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Top Used Luxury SUV Under $30,000 With Premium Features

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 21:00

Finding a used luxury SUV that offers space, safety, and refinement for under $30,000 can be a challenge, but one model stands out as the best blend of value and sophistication. It brings upscale comfort, modern tech, and timeless design, all at a price that’s surprisingly attainable.

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This One Software Update Fixed the Biggest Problem With My Portable Power Station

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 20:30

When you buy a portable power station, you'll likely see the battery size and power output—but there's an important drawback that often goes unmentioned. Fortunately, while this is a problem, it's one that a software update can fix.

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Loving Mecha Break? Here's 6 More Mech Games You Should Play

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 20:00

Mecha Break was released in early July, bringing a new and exciting experience for fans of the mech combat genre. It's frenetic and full of cool robots, but for a true fan like me, no single game is enough. That's why I'd recommend playing these other mecha games if you need even more robots in your life.

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This Open Source App Finally Got Me to Leave Google Photos

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 19:31

I've been using Google Photos ever since it launched a decade ago, but have recently been thinking of switching to an alternative. As much as I like Google's app, I want something with a greater focus on privacy. Ente Photos offers exactly that.

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You Need a White Noise App for More Reasons Than You Think

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 19:00

White noise is the sound many of us grew up with when a TV was turned to the wrong channel. I never turned to those channels on purpose in the past, but now I have a dedicated app to produce that very sound. Yes, I actively sought it out, but I have my reasons.

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What Is Bazzite? A SteamOS Alternative, Explained

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 18:30

If you've researched gaming on Linux lately, a weird name has probably come up now and then: Bazzite. This Linux distribution is growing in popularity with gamers, and if you look at it you might think you were looking at SteamOS. Here's what you need to know about Bazzite.

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