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The most infamous failures in tech history, immortalized as desk toys

Thanks to the mischievous NYC-based art collective MSCHF, you can now purchase small-scale replicas of some of Silicon Valley's most egregious failures
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India’s plan to end spam texts was a colossal failure. But it’s worth revisiting

Early this year, India rolled out a groundbreaking new plan to fight spam calls and texts. Unfortunately, it failed miserably -- but it still has potential.
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Got multiple Alexa devices? Here are are some die-hard features to try

While two isn't always better than one, owning more than one Alexa device means more for you and your smart home. Here are some multi-device Alexa tricks.
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Newfangled nostalgia: How Arcade1Up revamped retro gaming

Arcade1Up's modern retro arcade cabinets are selling like hotcakes. Why? Because their thoughtful modern upgrades don't compromise the old-school arcade feel.
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The future of mobility: 5 transportation technologies to watch out for

From autonomous vehicles to flying taxis, the future of mobility and transportation is set to change dramatically in the next few decades. Here's a preview
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Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti vs. 3080 vs. 3070: Which should you buy?

Between the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti, 3080, and 3070, which should you pick? Here, we break down everything you need to know about all three graphics cards.
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Your digital fingerprint is tracked everywhere online. Brave wants to change that

No matter how hard you try to remain anonymous, websites can often determine who you are using a technique known as fingerprinting. Brave wants to change that.
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7 things you didn’t know security cameras could do

Security cameras keep an eye on your home and property, but they can also see in the dark, recognize visitors, and much more.
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Monster Hunter Rise can finally begin now that its story is over

Monster Hunter Rise's story is finally over but what does that really mean for a live service game?
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Breath of the Wild 2? 3 games that could launch alongside a Nintendo Switch Pro

Potentially set to launch this year, these are the games we think could see the Switch 2 out of the gate.
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How much RAM does a smartphone actually need? We asked the experts

No one wants a sluggish phone, but you’d be forgiven for wondering if 16GB of RAM is the answer. But is it really needed? How much RAM does a smartphone need?
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The 5 best things from Google I/O 2021

The Google I/O 2021 keynote brought major announcements about the future of Google products. These were the best announcements.
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Everything Google didn’t announce at Google I/O 2021

A lot was announced at Google I/O 2021, but a lot wasn't. Here's what wasn't announced, but might show up in the next few months.
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Google I/O 2021: How to watch the keynote today

The Google I/O 2021 keynote is coming up quickly. Here's what to expect and how to watch it.
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7 things you didn’t know the Apple HomePod Mini could do

The Apple HomePod Mini sounds great, but is capable of doing a lot more than people realize.
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4 alternatives to buying an overpriced GPU right now

The GPU shortage isn't likely to improve this year, so you'll have to get creative to play PC games in 2021. Here are four alternatives to a costly GPU.
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7 things you didn’t know a video doorbell could do

Video doorbells let you see who is at your door and serve as a line of defense against package theft, but they can do a lot more than that.
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5 new Google Assistant features you can try right now

Google Assistant has new features that can help you remember chores, put the kids to bed, and much more.
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7 things you didn’t know your Google Nest Hub smart display could do

Your Google Nest Hub smart display has a lot of lesser-known features that you should take advantage of.
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How to maximize your productivity in Windows 10

There are a lot of great tools built into Windows 10 that can help you maximize your productivity. Here's a look at some of the most useful ones.
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Using your security camera’s local storage? Here’s how much space you’ll need

Your security camera footage will require different amounts of space depending on its compression algorithm, frame rate, resolution, and more.
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How visual effects brought The One and Only Ivan’s animal stars into our world

Bringing the talkative animals of Disney's The One and Only Ivan to the screen was no easy task. It took a mix of virtual production and visual effects magic.
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How visual effects took Love and Monsters’ sweet creature feature to the Oscars

Love and Monsters is a creature feature with heart and also an Oscar nominee, thanks to the work of a visual effects team led by VFX supervisor Matt Sloan.
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7 things you didn’t know your Amazon Alexa smart display could do

Your Alexa-powered smart display has a lot of features you might not know about, like the ability to make restaurant reservations.
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How visual effects made Mulan’s battles bigger and its hero fly higher

Disney's Mulan has epic battles, spectacular choreography, and beautiful sets, and they all benefited from the work of its talented visual effects team.
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How Christopher Nolan’s Tenet used visual effects to invert time

Christopher Nolan's sci-fi spy thriller Tenet made creative use of visual effects to turn back time and create a visually stunning adventure.
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7 things you didn’t know Alexa could do on an Amazon Echo smart speaker

Your Amazon Alexa smart speaker is jam-packed with features, many of which are lesser-known but incredibly useful.
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Microsoft Edge’s new Kids Mode is the must-have feature it’s been missing

The latest version of Microsoft Edge is bringing yet another exclusive feature, designed to help keep kids safe online when web browsing.
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Castles made of sand: how we’ll make habitats with Martian soil

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Power plants on other planets: How we’ll generate electricity on Mars

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Weather alerts may be the smartest use of smart lights. They can save your life

Tie the National Weather Service RSS feed to your smart lights for a visual weather alert system.
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Why privacy shutters on security cameras make all the difference

Privacy shutters provide assurance that your camera is not watching you, but not all privacy shutters are created equal. Some types have clear advantages.
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Here’s why it’s beneficial to use local storage with your security camera

Local storage offers benefits that cloud storage does not, including lower cost, better data security, and the potential for better-quality video recordings.
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Should you continue to buy air purifiers to protect you from the coronavirus?

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is still a global health concern, even with a vaccine. Should you still continue to buy air purifiers for protection?