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Asimov’s vision of harvesting solar power from space could become a reality

Isaac Asimov's idea of harvesting solar power from space may not be a thing of fiction much longer as space agencies explore the concept.
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Here’s how to throw a killer Halloween party with your smart home

Apple HomeKit app on smartphone.

6 things you didn’t know Apple Homekit could do

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Hisense’s NBA partnership is a slam dunk for the brand

The best stocking stuffers for gamers

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A Yakuza fan is on a quest to translate the series’ rarest games

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Xiaomi 11i Hypercharge hands-on: Fastest charging phone ever, but does it last?

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GoPro Hero 10 Black: 7 things I love and 2 that I don’t

A collection of Matter-enabed Amazon devices.

Why Matter is the most important smart home trend from CES 2022

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Everything LG announced for the smart home at CES 2022

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Rainbow Six Extraction will turn you into a better squad mate

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The craziest and most creative product concepts from CES 2022

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The best smart lights of CES 2022

If you've been wading through all of the CES 2022 news to find the best in lights, take a gander at what we've rounded up.
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Digital Trends’ Tech For Change CES 2022 Awards

Of all the world-changing technologies and innovative ideas on display at CES 2022, these four impressed us the most.
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CES 2022 shows the very convoluted future of video game tech

This year's CES has been a confusing one for gamers, as every company has a different solution for the same problems.
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Smart home trends to look for in 2022

With a new year comes a new host of smart home innovations, especially as the industry looks to recover from the previous two years.
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This is the year 2022, according to old sci-fi movies

We watched all the old sci-fi movies that are set in the year 2022. Here's all the wild, crazy, and surprisingly accurate stuff they predicted!
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Apps to help you start good habits and level up your life in 2022

Regardless of what your New Year's resolutions might be, these apps will help you achieve your goals, reach your aspirations, and become a better person.
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Why smart lights are the perfect entry point to the smart home

Start building your smart home on the right foot. Smart lights are painless, easy to set up, and highly affordable.
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Tech I’m so glad I bought in 2021

2021 was a year that brought us some incredible new tech, including a number of gadgets I'm very glad I bought.
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Tech I wish I hadn’t bought in 2021

2021 brought us a lot of great tech, but also some not-so-great tech, and there are some purchases I would undo if only I could.
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Do yourself a favor and audit your terrible passwords this new year

We've seen the numbers, most of us have terrible and easy-to-guess passwords. Start off 2022 right by fixing that.
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Change these 5 settings on your new Windows laptop

Purchased a new laptop? We've got a look at some of the top settings you can change to help make the most out of your new device.
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Our most anticipated PlayStation 5 games of 2022

PS5 owners are in for a treat in 2022 as Sony prepares for PlayStation's biggest year yet.
Tonal Fitness Smart Mirror

Exercise equipment that requires a subscription to work is the opposite of smart

When smart home gym equipment doesn't provide basic functionality without a subscription, it's anything but smart.
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The James Webb Space Telescope is about to supercharge our hunt for exoplanets

The James Webb Space Telescope is set to launch in the coming months, and when it does, it will completely revolutionize how we hunt for habitable planets.
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Disney Melee Mania is the perfect way to introduce your kids to MOBAs

Disney Melee Mania simplifies gaming's most complicated genre, creating a perfect gateway game for kids.
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Huawei P50 Pocket: Everything to know about Huawei’s Galaxy Z Flip 3 rival

Here’s everything you wanted to know about Huawei’s first flip phone, the Huawei P50 Pocket.
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What makes an open world game ‘Breath of the Wild-like?’

Breath of the Wild has become a go-to comparison for new games, but not all open world games borrow Zelda's design cues.
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Apple Watch SE 2: What we want to see from the next budget Apple watch

Apple is expected to release a rugged Apple Watch and Watch SE 2 alongside the Series 8 in 2022
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Spice in space: Inside NASA’s groundbreaking zero-gravity chile pepper project

Astronauts on the ISS are now growing and eating chile peppers in space, so we caught up with NASA to get some pointers on gardening in microgravity.
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How your smart home can enhance your holiday party

Use these setups and tips this holiday season to have your smart home ease any stress for you and your guests.
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How is 5G helping businesses in the U.S. right now? We asked the experts

We asked different experts in the 5G and emerging tech industry how businesses in the U.S. are using 5G. Here's what they said.
A hand holds a bloody sword in The Vale: Shadow of the Crown.

The Vale: Shadow of the Crown raised the bar for accessibility in 2021

The Vale: Shadow of the Crown is 2021's most most innovative game, raising the bar for accessibility.