A top European court has largely upheld a record fine imposed on Google by the European Commission over antitrust violations related to its Android mobile operating system. The EU charged that Google was stifling competition by using its Android dominance to forcibly require phone makers to include apps for Google services. The Alphabet-owned Google challenged …
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If you’re looking to add another workstation to your home or office, but don’t want to spend the cash on a whole new computer, then we’ve got a deal you won’t want to miss. Samsung’s M7 smart monitor can run basic apps for both work and entertainment without being connected to a computer, and right now, you can pick it …
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Whether you are looking for a new laptop for heading back to school or just an upgrade for browsing at home, there are plenty of discounts right now that can save you some money. There are a number of great laptop deals on laptops with Intel’s previous 11th-generation (and very capable) Core processors, and you can also save on newer …
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Roku is best known for its streaming devices and TVs, but it also makes some impressive affordable speakers. One of my favorites is the Roku Streambar a compact soundbar with built-in streaming. In my review, I lauded its ability to make speech and dialog sound better than your TV but lamented its lack of bass. Now there’s a new Roku solution to …
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Peacock TV is NBCUniversal’s US streaming app, with tens of thousands of hours of free programming, plus more shows, movies, sports and originals if you pay. Monday, Peacock is the only place in the US to stream the 2022 Emmy Awards ceremony live — but only if you have one of the paid, premium subscriptions. Also paywalled on Peacock are Premier League matches; …
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Having a mini projector means you no longer need bulky gear or a big budget for a big screen. The best small, portable projectors let you spend movie nights inside a pillow fort, in the backyard or even out in the wilderness. These products can fit easily in any backpack, and some are small enough to fit in your pocket. Whether you …
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As the weather shifts, more of us will be spending time indoors, often entertaining ourselves with sports, games and other streaming services. If you are looking for a big screen to give you the ultimate theatrical experience at home, Best Buy has you covered with a great deal on a new TV. Now through Sept. 12, you can grab a …
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Soundbars are a great way to improve the sound of your TV without spending a lot of money. Most are pretty affordable and provide better sound than most TVs, which means you can get a cinematic experience at home. Best Buy has slashed the price of the LG 5.1.2 channel soundbar in half, meaning you’ll pay just $350 if you …
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If you’ve bought a new TV in the last few years it’s possible you might have noticed something about the picture that seemed… off. It just didn’t look right. You might have described it as looking “too real,” “too smooth,” or having “weird motion.” It made everything look like a daytime soap opera. Many people have thought this was just …
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To my eyes and wallet, the sweet spot for monitors in terms of getting the biggest screen with the highest resolution at an affordable price is either a 27-inch QHD display or a 32-inch UHD display. Each option produces a satisfactorily sharp picture for the size of the panel at an acceptable price. My current monitor is a 27-inch QHD …
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