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A new, lower-priced 1080p HD Chromecast with Google TV might be on the way, according to a report Monday from Protocol. The rumored product is expected to be aimed at people who aren’t as concerned with getting the best picture quality, and instead want a more affordable TV and streaming device. Basic streaming devices like …

By this point, you’re probably familiar with the concept of noise-canceling headphones. That is, headphones and earbuds that use internal microphones to detect and filter out extraneous sound so you can focus on what’s important. It’s certainly a handy feature, but there’s a huge range of noise-canceling headphones out there with prices that stretch well into the hundreds. If you’re …

If you’re a gamer, this might sound familiar; you’re two hits away from defeating that boss you’ve spent hours grinding away on and suddenly, your screen goes black. All that work goes down the drain because your upstairs neighbor is running a dozen different appliances on the same outlet and blew the fuse. It’s a frustrating scenario, and it’s also …

These days, you don’t really need a smart TV to have access to the internet. Streaming devices are simple plug-ins that automatically transform any HDMI-equipped screen into a smart TV with instant access to hundreds of apps, shows and movies. There are quite a few different models out there, from entry-level “lite” versions to pricier models that activate at the …

There are few things more infuriating than bringing a new soundbar home, getting it all set up… and then have it not work. It’s possibly even more infuriating to have it work sometimes, and not others. A common complaint is something like, “I’ve connected my soundbar correctly, and when I play Bluetooth from my phone I get sound, but not …

Apple’s FaceID on the iPhone is pretty cool, but Microsoft actually did facial recognition first with Windows Hello. That means there’s a hands-free trick to unlocking your laptop. Using your Windows 10 or Windows 11 laptop or tablet’s built-in webcam, Hello uses facial recognition to get you in and working in under two seconds. It even works with apps and …

Global supermarket chain Aldi opened its first checkout-free grocery store on Tuesday.  The shop, located in Greenwich, southeast London, uses Aldi’s new Shop & Go app to circumvent the need for cashiers and eliminate long lines. Motion-sensor cameras and weight sensors track what’s picked up by customers, who are then charged through the app after they leave.  Facial age-estimation technology …

You may have heard the term “spatial audio” bandied about by Apple, especially when talking about its headphones and hardware. It’s a standard that can convincingly simulate a 3D audio space with a set of AirPods, but you may not know it’s based on a technology that’s been with us for many years: Dolby Atmos.   Dolby Atmos is a popular surround-sound …

Bring home the best Fire TV Stick you can get and stream all your favorites from Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney Plus and more. The Fire TV Stick Max features a fast processor than its predecessors that provides a faster and smoother streaming experience. It also comes with an Alexa voice remote that helps search for content and launch apps …

The Potensic P5 Dreamer mini drone is perfect for beginners. Headless mode makes it easier to fly, letting the drone follow the joystick’s control no matter which direction the head may be facing. One-key fly and landing makes it easy to start and stop, which means you will be less prone to losing your drone. The P5 also features a …