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Some smartphone tips. Plus, a Rolls-Royce...

Learn how to create and scan QR codes with your smartphone.  Creating QR codes   -------------------- Looking for the best 5G phone? Take a look here.  ---------------------- Check out the all electric Rolls-Royce. They make more than fancy cars, you know. 
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A new old video game console! Plus, some surge protectors...

Look at this thing! I'm a sucker for good design and even if I didn't play video games, I'd still want to buy this. Looks like it'll be hard to get though. Check it out here -  https://play.date/  and here -  https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2021/08/soapbox_playdate_sold_out_in_20_minutes_-_is_it_time_for_a_new_nintendo_handheld ----------------------------------- A super convenient battery pack for all the iPhone 12 models out there. Just snap it on the back with MagSafe and you're good to go. I love this thing.  https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/magsafe-battery-pack-hands-on-apples-new-iphone-12-accessory/ ------------------------------------ Step into the exciting world of power strip reviews! See the very best the world has to offer!  https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-surge-protector/

Big updates from Microsoft. Plus, electric vehicles...

  It's been 6 years since Windows got a major update with Windows 10. What have they been doing since then? Check out what's new with this major update to Windows.   ---------------------------- Another year, another iPhone. And, they keep getting better. Take a look at some expected improvements with the iPhone 13. ------------------------------ Easier access to electric vehicle charging stations. Read more about this initiative to speed up EV adoption across the country. 

Never lose your keys again. Plus, some dumb phones...

  Never lose your keys again. A review of Apple's new Airtags. https://www.digitaltrends.com/gadget-reviews/apple-airtag-review/ ---------------------- Why the dumb phone is still a smart buy.  https://www.pcmag.com/opinions/simple-phones-still-great-after-all-these-years -------------------------- A successful landing.  https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/may/05/spacex-elon-musk-starship-landing-successful?CMP=oth_b-aplnews_d-1 -------------------------- World's first 2nm chips. https://www.axios.com/ibm-says-it-has-produced-worlds-first-2-nanometer-chips-6b45311d-90b2-4d02-a690-b20abff95270.html

How often should you reboot your computer? Plus, some excellent sound bars...

  Rebooting your computer is a convenient tactic for battling all sorts of glitches and problems, but how often should you be doing it?  https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/columnist/komando/2021/02/11/rebooting-your-pc-helps-keep-running-smoothly-kim-komando-advises/4457132001/ --------------------------- Learn how to use your iPhone keyboard as a trackpad to improve your texting and typing. how-to-use-iphone-keyboard-trackpad-texting --------------------------- Make your browsing more private and secure with iOS. https://www.theverge.com/2021/2/12/22279719/google-chrome-face-id-incognito-mode-ios-support-feature --------------------------- The easiest way to vastly improve your TV's audio when watching movies, sports, or streaming music. Seriously, if you don't have one already, you need one.  https://www.cnet.com/news/best-soundbar-under-300/#ftag=CAD-09-10aai5b

Printing houses. Plus, some smart plugs...

  A fresh new home, straight from the printer.  https://www.inputmag.com/tech/theres-a-3d-printed-home-listed-on-zillow-for-300000-dollars ----------------------------- Unlock your iPhone even while wearing a face mask.  https://mashable.com/article/apple-unlock-iphone-face-id-apple-watch/ ------------------------------- All smart plugs are not equal. See the ranking. https://www.wired.com/gallery/best-smart-plugs/

How to clean your delicate laptop. Plus, robotic farming...

  A little bit of maintenance goes a long way. Here are some useful tips on safely cleaning your laptop.  https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/how-to-clean-a-laptop/ ------------------------- The biggest upgrade to Wi-Fi in 20 years: https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/7/22212938/wifi-6e-rollout-starting-2021-smartphones-tvs-laptops-vr-routers -------------------------- Learn why you should consider an OLED TV and shop around for the best TV for you.  oled-vs-led https://www.cnet.com/news/what-is-oled-and-what-can-it-do-for-your-tv/ best-oled-tv --------------------------- Farming of the future! nordic-harvest-hydroponic-farms

The best tech gifts for the 2020 holiday season. Plus, some colorful keyboards...

Here are some of the best holiday tech gift guides for 2020: https://www.cnet.com/holiday-gift-guide/ https://www.engadget.com/googles-shopping-gift-guide-lets-you-compare-products-and-find-nearby-stores-110008038.html https://www.theverge.com/good-deals/2020/12/3/22150018/nintendo-switch-bundle-deal-sale-holidays ---------------------------- Don't miss any of your notifications on Mac. Learn how to access and customize your Notification Center.  https://www.howtogeek.com/701577/how-to-view-the-notification-center-on-mac/ ----------------------------------------- Dive into the retro (and colorful) world of mechanical keyboards. https://www.bulb.digital/blog/mechanicalkeyboards https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/our-favorite-mechanical-keyboards/ ---------------------------------------- Google will now let you upload Street View images for their maps app with just your phone. https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/3/22149884/google-maps-street-view-photos-phone-android-update

Apple's all new Macs. Plus, Black Friday deals...

 A new era of Mac. Read about Apple's impressive improvements to their already stellar computers. https://www.theverge.com/21570497/apple-macbook-pro-2020-m1-review MKBHD produces some of the best video reviews around. Check this one out.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4g2nPY-VZc ------------------------------ Fitness tracker vs running watch vs smartwatch. Which one do you need? Look here for a little help. https://www.reviewgeek.com/59171/should-you-buy-a-fitness-tracker-running-watch-or-smartwatch/ Plus, smartwatches compared- https://www.techradar.com/news/wearables/best-smart-watches-what-s-the-best-wearable-tech-for-you-1154074 ------------------------------ Tab searching - A feature you probably never thought about, but desperately need. Learn all about your favorite browser's new feature here.  https://thenextweb.com/plugged/2020/11/18/google-chrome-introduces-tab-search-heres-how-to-use-it/ ------------------------------- The best Black Friday Tech deals around. htt

The new iPhone 12. Plus, some food processors...

            Wondering which new iPhone you should buy? Check out this site to find out which is best for you.  Get free access to this NY Times article and many more. Redeem your free code through the O'Neal Library's website here -  https://oneallibrary.org/nytimes. https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/the-iphone-is-our-favorite-smartphone/  --------------------------------------   An interesting read on digital health technology in the era of coronavirus.  https://thenextweb.com/world/2020/10/30/why-countries-need-to-work-together-to-bring-digital-health-into-the-future/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TheNextWeb+%28The+Next+Web+All+Stories%29 -----------------------------------       Growing meat in space. https://www.digitaltrends.com/features/aleph-farms-steaks-in-space/ ------------------------------      Get access to a free VPN with a Google One plan.    https://www.engadget.com/google-one-vpn-191231627.html  --------------------