HomePod (2023) vs. HomePod mini: Worth the upgrade?
Apple’s new HomePod (2023) is, at first glance, a dead ringer for the original HomePod, which launched in 2018. In the meantime, Apple launched the HomePod mini, which was the company’s only speaker for nearly two years, as the original HomePod was discontinued in early 2021. The new HomePod and the HomePod mini share a […]
Apple HomePod (2023) review: Big sound for Apple fans
Apple’s HomePod is back after a few years of absence, and frankly, it hasn’t really changed much. The original HomePod, which launched in 2018, was discontinued early in 2021, leaving an empty void in the lives of people who wanted an Apple speaker that can produce a bigger sound than the HomePod mini. It was […]
Snowflake helped Tor users thwart Russian censorship. Now the VPN is branching out as Snowstorm.
As protest and unrest grew in Russia and Iran over the past year, authoritarian regimes sought to crack down on civilians’ internet access. These attempts were not entirely successful, in part thanks to anti-censorship tools like the anonymous web browser Tor. For years, Tor has been a thorn in the side of censorious rulers looking […]
Get a home upgrade for less with Echo Show smart displays up to 53% off at Amazon
Multiple Echo Show smart displays are on sale at Amazon as of Feb. 10. Here are some of the best deals. BEST DEAL OVERALL: The Echo Show 15 boasts a 15.6-inch smart display with Alexa and Fire TV built-in (remote included) — $224.98 $279.99 (save $55) BEST BUDGET DEAL: The Echo Show 5 (2nd gen, […]
How to stream Super Bowl LVII for free, without cable
You gotta love when the answer to a burning question is quick and painless. If you’re here, you’re probably wondering something along the lines of “How can I watch the Super Bowl this weekend if I don’t have cable?” It’s a perfectly reasonable question to ask, as live sports continue to be problematic for cord-cutters. […]
Score an Apple Watch keychain charger for under $20
TL;DR: As of Feb. 10, the convenient Apple Watch wireless charger keychain is on sale for only $18.99 — that’s 61% off the usual $49.95 price tag. The Apple Watch is a super convenient wearable you can take practically anywhere. Apple Watch chargers aren’t nearly so convenient. Instead of carrying around a cable and a wireless […]
This $50 drone kit could teach your child STEM fundamentals
TL;DR: As of Feb. 10, you can get a DIY Building Block STEM Drone for only $49.99 instead of $129. That’s a 61% discount for a limited time. If you want to encourage your child to be curious, thoughtful, and adventurous as they explore new concepts, getting them started with STEM may be the way […]
Enjoy 10TB of lifetime cloud storage for $89
TL;DR: As of Feb. 10, a lifetime subscription to 10TB of Prism Drive Secure Cloud Storage is on sale for $89, a significant 96% discount from the usual value. For those who have grown up with our smartphones, the delicate juggling act of storage balancing can be a struggle. We have important memories we like […]
The best iPad VPN is on sale for 49% off
SAVE 49%: ExpressVPN is a popular choice for securing iPads. A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £85.41 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. Apple devices are generally considered pretty secure, so you might question whether you actually need to pair your device with […]
How to unblock and watch BBC iPlayer from abroad
SAVE 49%: ExpressVPN can reliably unblock BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world. A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £85.41 and includes an extra three months for free — 49% off for a limited time. Streaming on BBC iPlayer is totally straightforward if you’re connecting from the UK. If you’re not, you’ll […]