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12 Nintendo Switch Games You’ve Not Played But Definitely Should

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 19:00

So you’ve played through both open-world Zelda games, Mario Kart and Odyssey and cozy favorites like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing. Here are some games that you might not have experienced yet.

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DirecTV Has New Streaming Packages for Under $50

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 18:53

DirecTV is now offering three new genre-based streaming options for customers who want to access more content without paying a high subscription fee, the company said Thursday. Instead of getting an entire bundle of channels you'll never watch, you can choose from low-cost news and entertainment tiers.

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Mozilla Clarifies Firefox Data Collection With New Terms of Use

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 18:50

Mozilla has introduced a Terms of Use agreement for Firefox, alongside an updated Privacy Notice. This marks the first time the browser has included such a legally binding document, but it doesn't seem like there's anything to get upset about yet.

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Are Ryobi Power Tools at Home Depot Worth Buying?

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 18:30

Walk into any Home Depot and you'll see brightly colored Ryobi power tools everywhere. They're incredibly popular, reasonably affordable, and often on sale, which is why I own a bunch of them for all my DIY projects. So, who makes Ryobi tools, and are they worth buying?

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11 Things Other Games Can Learn From Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 17:00

Video games based on movies can be excellent, but they rarely push the envelope when it comes to gameplay, graphics, or even the storyline. However, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle breaks that mold by capturing the essence of the films while also being a fun game.

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Who Is the iMac for in 2025? A Student’s Perspective

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 16:30

The iMac has always had a particular appeal—an all-in-one machine that looks great on a desk and works right out of the box. I’ve been using the M4 iMac for the better part of a month, and while it has its place, it’s definitely not for everyone.

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Love Shooting Photos With Your iPhone? Don't Buy the iPhone 16e

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 16:00

The new iPhone 16e repackages many features of the standard iPhone 16 while skimping on others to achieve its $200 cheaper price. If you're considering upgrading, here are the high-end camera features from dual-lens iPhones that are missing from the iPhone 16e.

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I Couldn’t Eject External Drives on My Mac, Here's How I Fixed It

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 15:30

Ever tried to eject an external drive, only for macOS to tell you that it's still in use when you're absolutely certain that it isn't? It's a common and annoying problem, but is fixable. Here's how I did it.

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The iPhone Is Still Missing These 4 Safety Features

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 15:01

The iPhone already comes with some excellent safety, but Apple could still do more to protect owners. Here are some safety features that I'd love to see added to iOS in future updates.

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17 PC Games You Can Play on Your Phone With a Netflix Subscription

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 14:01

Do you have a Netflix subscription, a smartphone, and a taste for video games? Netflix offers more than 100 games as part of its regular subscription. Many of these games are proper PC titles ported for mobile devices, most of which should play great on the majority of iPhones and Android smartphones.

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Enjoy a Dynamic Listening Experience With the Baseus Bowie MC1 Clip On Earbuds

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 14:01

Calling music enthusiasts, bass heads, and go-getters. It's time to tune in to the comfort, clarity, and captivation of the Bowie MC1 Clip-On Earbuds by Baseus.

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Govee Mini Panel Lights Review: A Gaming Room Must-Have

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 13:00

Govee’s Mini Panel Lights encourage expression and ingenuity, maybe even more so than the hexagonal panels or intricate gaming wall lights. The most difficult part is deciding on a design, though an ingenious installation method allows you to change things up with ease.

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Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for February 27 (#627)

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 12:00

Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.

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5 Features I Wish Netflix Would Copy From YouTube

Thu, 02/27/2025 - 00:30

I use YouTube Premium more than any other streaming service, which means there are certain great features of YouTube that I miss when I use other streaming services. In particular, I hope that Netflix will copy these five awesome YouTube features.

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Turn-Based RPGs Aren’t Boring, You're Just Playing the Wrong Games

Wed, 02/26/2025 - 23:31

Turn-based RPGs are one of gaming's largest genres, yet they're also one of the most divisive. Many players struggle to see the appeal of the genre's strategic gameplay and stat-heavy systems. However, turn-based RPGs are more varied than most people realize, which is why at least one of these games will likely appeal to you.

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Max Announces a Sneaky Price Hike for Sports and News Fans

Wed, 02/26/2025 - 23:30

Ad-supported Max memberships will lose access to B/R Sports and CNN Max on March 30th. These programmatic live channels now require an ad-free Standard or Premium subscription.

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The Early-adopter Tax Is Higher Than Ever, So Stop Paying It!

Wed, 02/26/2025 - 23:00

There's an undeniable thrill when it comes to buying the latest and greatest technology. Whether that's a brand-new graphic card or the latest OLED TV. However, the cost of being the first to the checkout is more than just money, and these days that hidden cost is too much in my opinion.

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What Happens When You Remove Someone From Apple Family Sharing?

Wed, 02/26/2025 - 22:30

Sometimes, you have to remove someone from your Family Sharing group. This could be due to a change in family dynamics, an individual wanting to control their purchasing power, or wanting to swap them out with someone else. No matter the reason, here’s what happens when you remove them from your group.

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This Life-saving Pixel Watch 3 Health Feature Is Coming to the US

Wed, 02/26/2025 - 22:25

Smartwatches are not just for tracking your workouts, but they can also potentially be tools to save your life. The Pixel Watch 3 was missing a key feature pending FDA approval, and now, that's finally out of the way.

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Samsung Finally Made a Proper PCIe 5.0 SSD

Wed, 02/26/2025 - 22:15

Many people swear by Samsung's SSDs as the best ones out there, but the company has been fashionably late to the PCIe 5.0 game—maybe because, for a lot of things, PCIe 4.0 is still enough. Still, if you've been waiting for one, they're finally here.

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