School
East Carolina University
Expertise
Android, Virtual reality, Streaming services
- Nicholas has been tinkering with tech ever since he built his own computer at the ripe age of 11.
- Nicholas' passion for technology has him traveling the world, from Tokyo to Paris, attending various events and conferences. CES in Las Vegas and SXSW in Austin are his favorite events for finding new and life-changing tech.
- In his free time, Nicholas seeks out and repairs CRT monitors to feed his lifelong obsession with retro tech.
Experience
Nicholas began his career in 2018, writing video game guides for Gamepur. Following his passion for tech, Nicholas produced content for DotEsports and MakeUseOf. In 2022, Nicholas joined Static Media, contributing content to SVG, SlashGear and, most recently, BGR.
Education
Nicholas graduated with a bachelor's degree in history with a minor in Russian studies from East Carolina University. He believes the analytical skills he acquired through his research endeavors as a historian allow him to get to the bottom of any story, no matter the difficulty.
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Looking for a good TV on a budget can be tough. Here are some solid options under $300 that Consumer Reports recommends, offering great image and sound quality.
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If you have a Roku TV or a Roku device, check The Roku Channel for a host of new free live channels, featuring some popular British shows.
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Android
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The Google Pixel 10 launched in August 2025 with decent specs, but it doesn't quite measure up to others at the same price point or its Pixel 10 Pro sibling.
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Technology
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A major consumer boycott targeting Amazon, The Home Depot, and Target will attempt to cut into the retailers' Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.
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Apps & Software
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Microsoft Teams launched over eight years ago, but just this month it received a privacy feature that should have been in the app all along.
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Technology
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Big screen TVs have become shockingly affordable in recent years, but it's still going to be hard to beat this deal on a 40-inch Hisense TV.
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If you're looking for a solid pair of headphones that won't break the bank, you might want to consider the JBL Tune 520BTs while they're 50% off.
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Technology
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While Costco can be great for finding steal deals on top tech, some products just miss the mark. Here are some of the worst-rated electronics from Costco.
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The market is awash with random tech gadgets, making it hard to find the diamonds in the rough. These are five cool gadgets that you may have overlooked.
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Mobile
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Most standard phone plans offer unlimited talk and text in addition to 5G and 4G LTE data speeds, but each of them offers something a little different.
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It's November, and brands have already started offering discounts on some of their best products. Here are a few early Black Friday deals you shouldn't miss.
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iPhone
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Dropping over a grand on a new iPhone? You might want to read the fine print on AppleCare+ before assuming it’s got you fully covered.
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Anyone in the market for a smart thermometer that does more than just take your temperature needs to know about this Amazon deal.
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Apps & Software
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Your Apple TV can do far more than stream shows. Discover five must-have apps that turn it into a home theater, art gallery, and even a gaming console.
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Entertainment
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Yet another streaming price hike has arrived, with Warner Bros. Discovery announcing that all three HBO Max plans are going to be more expensive.
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One underrated Amazon Prime perk is the ability to save money on gas, and for a limited time, the savings have been boosted to $0.25 per gallon.
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Computers
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While newer Nvidia GPUs are inherently designed to work with G-Sync, many are also compatible with FreeSync, so you can still enjoy high refresh rate support.
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Technology
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Grabbing a dock for your Steam Deck is a common accessory upgrade, but if you want to stream to your TV without the extra hardware, there is a way.
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Accessories
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The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is one of the best deals in streaming already, but for a limited time, Amazon has knocked a few more dollars off the price.
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Yet another round of layoffs has hit NASA, with 550 members of the technical, business, and support staffs being let go from the Jet Propulsion Lab.
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Computers
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An ever-present misconception of MacBooks (and other Apple products) is that they're not susceptible to viruses, which is still not universally true.
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Accessories
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It can be hard to pinpoint useful or high-quality products on Amazon, but even if these devices aren't on the front page, they're worth trying out for yourself.
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