Friday, March 1, 2019

What Is Wireless HDMI and Should You Use It?

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How to Add Data to the Health App’s Today Screen on iPhone

Apple’s focus on health doesn’t end with the Apple Watch. The Health app on your iPhone is a treasure trove of information, but some of it can be hard to find. Why not set up favorites to make it more accessible?   Read More »


What is an APN, and How Do I Change it on my Android Phone?

Android gives users a whole lot of customization options, some of which are useful for everyone, while others are just for power users. One of these lower level settings is the Access Point Name—better known as the APN.   Read More »


What Is Wireless HDMI and Should You Use It?

Wireless HDMI products have been around for almost a decade, but they haven’t gained a lot of popularity. But how does Wireless HDMI work, and should you buy Wireless HDMI products for your home?   Read More »


What Is a Monitor’s Response Time, and Why Does It Matter?

When you’re shopping for a new monitor, you’ll be inundated with a lot of technical specs. And while things like the screen size and resolution are fairly obvious, there’s another important factor that isn’t: response time. Here’s how it works.   Read More »


What Are USB Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 2×2?

Finding the fastest USB connection used to be easy: choose USB 3.0 instead of 2.0. But now, you'll need to know the difference between USB 3.2 Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 2×2—and what various types of “SuperSpeed” mean, too.   Read More »


What Are NVMe Drives, and Should You Buy One?

The biggest upgrade you can make to your old PC is faster storage. Other components like the CPU and GPU have certainly improved in the last decade, but everyone will appreciate faster storage.   Read More »


Can Smart Thermostats Ruin Your Furnace?

It may sound preposterous, but some people are afraid smart thermostats are bad for heating and air conditioning systems. Here’s the good news: You don’t have much to worry about, but there are some important things to keep in mind.   Read More »


REVIEW GEEK

The Best Power Strips for All Your Stupid Power Bricks

Power bricks are often so big they partially cover adjoining outlets and make it difficult to plug all your gear onto a single power strip. Here are our favorite solutions for dealing with chunky plugs.   Read More »




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Deal Alert: Grab a Surface Pro 6 with a Type Cover for $799 ($260 Off)

Microsoft’s line of Surface devices has redefined the word “tablet.” These powerful tablets and their detachable keyboards can be expensive but now’s your chance to grab a setup for $260 off the regular price.   Read More »


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Deal Alert: Matte Gold Beats Solo3 Bluetooth Headphones for Just $150

It may be time to ditch your grimy old earbuds; Best Buy is selling some stylish, wireless Beats Solo3 headphones in Matte Gold for $150—half of the normal price. This is the best price we’ve seen on these headcans yet.   Read More »




Everything Else We Published Today
How to Add a Contact to Favorites on iPhone
Amazon Killed the Dash Button and Blamed Alexa
Deal Alert: Grab a Surface Pro 6 with a Type Cover for $799 ($260 Off)
Deal Alert: Matte Gold Beats Solo3 Bluetooth Headphones for Just $150
Deal Alert: Grab These Arlo Security Lights for $99 ($180 Off) from Best Buy
The Best Power Strips for All Your Stupid Power Bricks
Wyze Leaks Unannounced Smart Bulb and Sensor in Official Video
Deal Alert: Grab a White Apple Watch Series 3 for $220 (38mm Only)
How to Choose Which Day Amazon Packages Arrive
The Five-Camera Nokia 9 Pureview Will Go On Sale Starting March 3rd for $599
Razer Phone 2 Drops to $500 on March 1st, Android Pie Comes Along for the Ride




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