Update: I’ve heard from a Cheapskate who purchased this projector that the specs are, let’s say, somewhat inflated on the Amazon product page. According to the reader, this is a 720p native device, not a 1080p projector. I’d say that changes the calculus substantially, and I would probably not recommend the projector with that in mind. …
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Disney Plus has grown to 60.5 million subscribers as of Monday, Disney said as it announced fiscal third-quarter results. It’s lightning-fast growth that even Disney never predicted. Initially, the company projected its streaming service would reach between 60 million and 90 million subscribers about five years after launch. Instead, within eight months, it’s already crossed the low end of that range. The latest figures, …
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Broken-record time: A good soundbar will elevate your TV- and movie-watching experience like few other accessories. Ah, but which one? Here’s a good option at a particularly good price. For a limited time, and while supplies last, Amazon once again has the Polk Audio Command Bar for $199, a savings of $100. There are cheaper soundbars, to be sure, but this …
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The photo leaks just keep coming as we prepare for today’s Samsung Unpacked event. One late-July leak appeared to confirm that Samsung’s follow-up to the Galaxy Fold will indeed be called the Galaxy Z Fold 2, as previously speculated. Samsung is expected to reveal not only the Galaxy Z Fold 2 but also two new Galaxy Note devices (presumed to …
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Microsoft’s xCloud cloud-gaming service is getting some accessories of its own. Along with today’s news that the service will be launching on Sept. 15 as part of its $15/month XBox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, the company heralded new mobile entries in its Designed for Xbox line, in this case just slightly modified versions of existing third-party products. Mobile controllers are …
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Update: Looks like most of these have sold out. As of Aug. 7, there are only a few cases still in stock: iPhone XR, iPhone X/XS and the iPhone XS Max. Yes, of course your iPhone can play games. But for a moment, imagine an iPhone case that looks like a Game Boy — and actually works like one, complete with a …
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Welcome to the Island of Misfit Deals. For a limited time, and while supplies last, you can get a Misfit Vapor X (42mm) Android Wear watch for $39.99 in your choice of colors. Original price: $279.99. Although it’s not expressly stated anywhere, these are obviously discontinued, clearance items — and that’s a big win for you. See it at Misfit Also …
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No computer ever seems to have enough ports, which is why USB hubs are a thing. But forget about those weakling four-port hubs; I’ve got what might be the ultimate USB hub, especially if you are interested in running multiple monitors. It’s the Aukey 12-in-1 USB-C hub. And while it usually costs $70, right now you can get the Aukey …
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Google just announced the Pixel 4A, a new budget phone that’s a serious contender against the likes of the iPhone SE and Samsung Galaxy A51. For starters, those models sell for $399; the Pixel 4A starts at $349. The latter also offers perhaps the best camera in any budget phone, period. That’s according to Lynn La’s hot-off-the-presses Google Pixel 4A …
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Lots and lots of classrooms will be virtual this fall, meaning it might be time to rethink the “ideal” laptop for students. I usually recommend a 13.3-inch screen, which makes for a lighter, more portable machine, but portability isn’t necessarily the driving requirement anymore. Maybe it makes more sense to have a bigger screen, a wider keyboard and other comfort …
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