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Microsoft Edge’s new Kids Mode offers curated set of child

Starting Thursday, Microsoft’s Edge browser comes with Kids Mode, a protected zone with only approved websites that parents can quickly enable when handing a laptop to their children. You can engage Kids Mode by selecting it from the profile icon in the upper right corner of the browser window. Once it’s on, kids will get …

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Roku’s new $40 streamer with 4K HDR, voice remote could be its best value yet

Roku is giving its affordable Express a 4K upgrade, creating a new product that rivals not only the latest 4K streamers from Amazon and Google, but also our favorite streamer for the money, the Roku Streaming Stick Plus. Called the Express 4K Plus, the new $40 player arrives in mid-May. The small box keeps the same design as the HD-only Express …

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Refurbished phones and laptops can save you hundreds in cash. 5 questions to ask before you buy

You can potentially save yourself hundreds of dollars by buying a used phone or laptop compared to purchasing brand-new, pricey electronics. There are several ways to buy a used device, including from sites like Swappa or eBay. While both sites have buyer protection policies to ensure you get what you paid for, we might suggest going with a refurbished device instead. …

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Apple says Epic’s Fortnite lawsuit is a marketing stunt to revive ‘flagging interest’ in the game

Fortnite is one of the most popular games ever made and soon will be one of the most litigated. Apple on Thursday submitted its description of its souring relations with Fortnite developer Epic Games to the US District Court in California, where the two companies will square off in a trial starting next month. In its filing, the tech giant argues …

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The newest Google Pixel Buds are now $149, the lowest price around

The Google Pixel Buds 2 are a significant improvement over the original Buds. These are true wireless, not just connected to each other. They sound better, fit better and are overall among the best premium true wireless earbuds. They’re usually priced at $179, but right now you can get the Google Pixel Buds for just $149 — a $30 savings …

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Google may have leaked the new Pixel Buds

Google may have accidentally just leaked its own ear buds. The new Pixel Buds A appeared in a dark green color in an email to the Google Nest mailing list Tuesday, 9to5Google reported.  The buds will also come in white, according to the report. The Pixel Buds A will see the charging indicator moved to the top of the case, …

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Google gives Pixel 5 and Pixel 4A camera and graphics boosts in new update

Google’s April update for its Pixel 5 and Pixel 4A phones has started rolling out, and while the new software doesn’t have the same flash as March’s upgrades, those who game or take photos and videos on their phones should be pleased.  As spotted by 9to5Google, the update, which started heading to phones on Monday, includes camera quality improvements in …

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Sonos Roam review: A good speaker in a small package

Sonos calls the Roam “the best-sounding ultraportable speaker ever made.” That’s a big claim, so needless to say, as soon as I got my hands on a review sample, I was eager to hear whether it lived up to that lofty billing. I’m happy to report that to a large extent it does, at least compared to other speakers of …

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Google’s new Stack PDF scanner will organize your paperwork. How to use the Android app

Gone are the days of trying to find a scanner, or even worse, cluttering up your desk with one of those all-in-one printer/scanner combos, for the handful of times a year you need to create a digital version of a document. Apple’s iPhone has a hidden document scanner in its Notes app, and now Android owners have a dedicated app …

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Windows 10: You need to try these 3 new features

The latest major Windows 10 ($144 at Amazon) update began rolling out to desktops, laptops and two-in-ones in late October, and should be available for you to download now. (Learn how to download the Windows 10 October 2020 Update here. If you still haven’t upgraded from Windows 7 ($5 at Target), you may be able to use this trick to download Windows …

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