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Mac tip: 7 neat & tidy spring cleaning tips for your Mac

Mac tip: 7 neat & tidy spring cleaning tips for your Mac

by ben patterson | Mar 22, 2017 | desktops, how-tos, laptops

Whether it’s spring cleaning time or you’re simply in the mood to clear out some clutter, there are plenty of easy ways to clean up your Mac. Read on for seven ways to give your Mac a deep digital clean, from tidying your desktop icons to organizing the...
For $30, you can turn any wall outlet into a Wi-Fi “smart” plug

For $30, you can turn any wall outlet into a Wi-Fi “smart” plug

by ben patterson | Mar 16, 2017 | deals

Nope, you don’t have to do anything fancy—or expensive—to control your living room lights with your iPhone or Android phone. Just plug the Wemo Mini Smart Plug (on sale for $30) into any power socket, then (with the help of a free mobile app) connect the plug to...
One of the best Wi-Fi routers around (and my personal favorite) is on sale

One of the best Wi-Fi routers around (and my personal favorite) is on sale

by ben patterson | Mar 14, 2017 | deals

If you’re in the market for a new Wi-Fi router, now might be a good time to strike. Known as one of the best all-around Wi-Fi routers—and in fact, it’s the same router I use in my office—the TP-Link Archer C7 normally sells for north of $90, but it’s...
Track your weight loss online with this Wi-Fi-enabled scale

Track your weight loss online with this Wi-Fi-enabled scale

by ben patterson | Mar 8, 2017 | deals

One of the original Wi-Fi-enabled scales, the Withings Body has never been all that cheap, but Amazon is currently offering a 25% off digital coupon that you can apply at checkout, bringing the price down to $75 (close to an all-time low). So, what’s the big...
Facebook tip: How to view everything you’ve ever “liked”

Facebook tip: How to view everything you’ve ever “liked”

by ben patterson | Mar 8, 2017 | how-tos, privacy, social networks

So, how many photos, updates, web pages, and other online items have you liked on Facebook? A few dozens? Hundreds? Maybe even (gulp) thousands? If you’ve lost track of your various Facebook likes over the years, a quick trip to your “Activity Log” on Facebook will...
Put 128GB of storage in your pocket with Lexar’s $25 USB flash drive

Put 128GB of storage in your pocket with Lexar’s $25 USB flash drive

by ben patterson | Mar 6, 2017 | deals

You can usually expect to pay $30 and up for 128GB thumb drive, particularly one that supports speedy USB 3.0 ports. That’s what makes this compact drive from Lexar worth a serious look. Previously $40 but on sale now for $25, the Lexar JumpDrive S37 boasts...
Instead of renting a cable modem for $10 a month, buy your own for $40

Instead of renting a cable modem for $10 a month, buy your own for $40

by ben patterson | Mar 3, 2017 | deals

If you’re looking to trim a few dollars off your monthly nut, look no further than your cable bill—and specifically, the monthly fee you’re paying to rent your cable modem. Indeed, your cable carrier could be charging you up to $10 a month for your modem,...
Take your first peek at virtual reality with this $17 headset

Take your first peek at virtual reality with this $17 headset

by ben patterson | Mar 2, 2017 | deals

Sure, I’d heard the hype about virtual reality like everybody else—you know, you’re not just watching a movie, you’re in the movie, right? But who wants to spend $500 on a VR headset? Well, turns out you don’t need to spend an arm and a leg to...
Windows 10 tip: An easier way to clean junk files off your PC

Windows 10 tip: An easier way to clean junk files off your PC

by ben patterson | Mar 1, 2017 | desktops, how-tos, laptops

Is your Windows 10 hard drive starting to feel a bit cramped? A quick way to clear some hard drive space is to haul out the junk—that is, temporary files, old program setup files, cached thumbnails, and other bits of digital detritus that pile up over time. Read on...
Go ahead and toss this top-rated Bluetooth speaker into the pool

Go ahead and toss this top-rated Bluetooth speaker into the pool

by ben patterson | Feb 28, 2017 | deals

Don’t be afraid of getting this sweet-sounding portable Bluetooth speaker wet. The compact but rugged UE ROLL 2 (normally about $95, but currently on sale for $82) can be dunked in a meter of water for 30 minutes without skipping a beat. Boasting nine hours of...
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