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5 Pocket Alternatives That Can Replace the Now-Defunct "Read It Later" Service

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 16:00

One of the most famous read-later apps, Pocket by Mozilla, shut down permanently in October. The app was known for its ease of use, sync, and interface, leaving many loyal users shifting to similar apps.

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The Last New Car You Can Buy in America for Under $20,000

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 15:30

In today’s market, the average new car price has soared well beyond reach for many buyers, making affordable options harder than ever to find. But one model still stands as a reminder that value and practicality can coexist, even in 2025. It’s the last new car in America you can buy for under $20,000, a rare find in an era of rising prices and disappearing budget-friendly vehicles.

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Everything You Need to Know About Data Validation in Microsoft Excel

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 15:15

Whether you want to restrict data inputs, ensure consistency, or avoid errors, data validation in Microsoft Excel is the tool for you. It can also serve as a vital safety net if you plan to share your workbook with people who are new to Excel or unfamiliar with your spreadsheet.

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Video Game Soundtracks Have a Smartphone Problem

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 15:00

I like to purchase and download MP3s directly on my phone, but this is a challenge with video game soundtracks. Why, when buying music in a browser has been around for decades, is this still a problem?

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7 Uses for the random Module in Python

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 14:30

Want to add a little unpredictability to your Python code? The random module is the quickest way to do it. From generating numbers and shuffling lists to simulating real-world randomness, it's one of those small but useful modules every Python programmer should know. Let's dive in!

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The Ford Mustang: America’s Last Great Muscle Car Left Standing

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 14:00

As the automotive world charges toward electrification, one icon continues to roar defiantly against the current. The Ford Mustang remains America’s last great muscle car standing, a living link to the golden age of V-8 power, rear-wheel drive, and unfiltered performance. While its rivals have either gone electric or disappeared altogether, the Mustang carries the torch for traditional American muscle.

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YouTube TV Needs to Steal Amazon Prime's New Multiview Feature

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 13:30

Multiview is one of the best features to hit some of our favorite streaming services. It allows users to watch multiple sports or news stations simultaneously. While this technology is still slowly arriving for more services, Amazon recently introduced a new immersive and customizable viewing experience for Prime Video. I hope YouTube TV copies it, and fast.

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Ubuntu's Big Update, the New Start Menu, Synology's Backtrack, and More: News Roundup

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 13:15

This was another busy week in tech, with the big release of Ubuntu Linux 25.10, Synology walking back its hard drive compatibility restrictions, Microsoft testing a new Start Menu for Windows 11, and much more. Here are the biggest stories you might have missed.

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The 10 Best Action Movies to Stream on Netflix Right Now

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 13:00

Call it escapism, call it wanderlust, call it living vicariously through the lives of kick-ass covert spies and kung-fu masters—our love for action movies is primal.

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Trust Me, Get a Subwoofer for Your PC

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 12:30

If you regularly use speakers on your PC and feel like something’s missing, there’s a good chance it’s the bass. That’s because true, full-bodied bass requires a specialized speaker called a subwoofer, and without one, you’re seriously missing out.

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Terminal vs. Command Line vs. Shell vs. Console: Are They Really Different?

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 12:01

Have you ever called the "terminal" a "shell" or the "command line"? While you're not wrong for doing so, there are distinct differences between these terms. I'll dive into those differences and where the terms originated; how many can you get correct?

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I'm Glad This BlackBerry Lookalike Exists, but I Wouldn't Use It

Sat, 10/11/2025 - 11:00

The Unihertz Titan 2 is a BlackBerry-inspired smartphone that is limited not by its ambition, but by its size. It makes for an intriguing pocket computer, but as a phone, it stretches the definition of portable—along with the hands and pockets that hold it.

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I've Reviewed Phones With Physical Keyboards—You Probably Don't Want One

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 22:00

My very first phone had a physical keyboard, and I'm as nostalgic for them as the next person. But after spending time with both the Minimal Phone and the Unihertz Titan 2 this year, I'm surprised to learn that I now prefer to keep my keys virtual.

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Search Engine Keeps Changing to Yahoo? Here's What to Do

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 21:02

If your default browser homepage and search engine keep mysteriously changing to Yahoo!, your computer is probably infected with a browser hijacker. While resetting the browser might seem to fix the problem, here's how to do the job properly.

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New to Watch on Netflix, Apple TV+, HBO Max, and More This Weekend

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 21:00

As we settle into peak TV season and revel in the bounty of new titles dropping every single day, don’t let the buffet of choices overwhelm you. We’ve done all the hard work and sifted through this week’s best and most anticipated streaming releases so you don’t have to, and yes, you're welcome.

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Windows 11's Run Dialog Finally Has Dark Mode

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 20:07

Microsoft is still making improvements to the Dark Mode experience in Windows 11, and this newest update to the Dev Channel brings in dark mode support. This is one of those small, steady improvements that combine to make the entire operating system feel much better overall.

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The Best Horror Movies of 2025 for Your Halloween Watchlist

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 19:00

With Halloween creeping closer, you’ve likely already started throwing on your favorite horror movies. While it’s a fun tradition to dabble in classic monster flicks and cheesy slashers, there are times when you feel the need for a change. There are only so many times you can rewatch Hocus Pocus and Beetlejuice before you find yourself longing for something fresher.

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Motorola's Thin Phone Fixes the iPhone Air's Biggest Problem

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 18:39

Whether we want them or not, every major manufacturer will likely release an ultra-thin phone to compete with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and iPhone Air. One unlikely competitor that is familiar with thin phones is Motorola, and its upcoming Moto Edge 70 could fix the Air's biggest problem.

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This Ugreen MagSafe 25W Charger Just Dropped 33%

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 18:15

You can get the Ugreen MagFlow 20000mAh Magnetic Power Bank right now for just $80 on Amazon. This is a major 33% discount off its original price of $120. That's a huge saving that puts this high-capacity charger at an excellent price point.

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How to Check Which GPU Is Installed on Linux

Fri, 10/10/2025 - 18:15

Need to identify the Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in a Linux computer? Here's how you can identify the graphics card from the command line and in GNOME.

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