You Can Turn Cheap Webcams Into A DIY Home Security System - Here's How
Don't throw out your old webcam — not when you can use it as the backbone of a cheap home security camera system that you can setup in just a few minutes.
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Nvidia Will Soon Be Competing With Elon Musk's Tesla - Here's Why
One of Nvidia's biggest announcements at CES 2026 has put it in a direct tech clash with Tesla, a rivalry that will continue to unfold throughout the year.
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How Long Do Cheap Smartwatches Usually Last? Here's What Users Say
Is a $50 watch actually built to last, or are you just buying "electronic waste"? We dug into user reports to see which budget brands are good.
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Astronomers Created A 3D Map Of An Exoplanet We Can't See
There are thousands of known exoplanets, many of which are too dark to directly see, but scientists have made a 3D map by combining multiple imaging techniques.
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AI Is Transforming The Military For The Better (And Worse) - Here's How
Artificial intelligence will inevitably alter the nature of warfighting in the near future. How will it change military operations, for good or for ill?
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Your Smartwatch Is Probably Selling Your Personal Health Data - Here's How
Most smartwatch users are likely aware that companies sell their personal health data. But who are they selling it to, and how worried should you be about this?
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This $5,400 Android Phone Proves Rich People Will Buy Almost Anything
Apparently, rich people are willing to spend big bucks on almost anything, like more than $5,000 for what amounts to an Android smartphone with fancy features.
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Are Cheap Headphones Actually Reliable? Here's What Users Say
If you're in the market for a cheap pair of headphones, the most important aspect after the price itself should be how long they're going to last.
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Porsche-Design Launched A $400,000 TV But Who Is It For?
You've heard about budget TVs, you know how expensive a best-of-the-line device can be, now it's time for a TV that costs more than your house.
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You Can Integrate Your Smart TV Into Your Living Room's Aesthetics - Here's How
If you have a living room that's mostly white or has bright colors, you know how bad a blank TV screen can look. Thankfully, there's a way to fix that.
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Not Costco Or Amazon: The Overlooked Place To Find Tech For A Bargain
Buying refurbished tech items can be a gamble, as used tech might not be reliable. Fortunately, there’s another option that offers new tech at low prices.
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Is Dollar Tree Tech Safe? Here's What Users Say
Should you think twice before buying cheap tech items at Dollar Tree? While there can be some good finds, whether it's safe is a matter of discussion.
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This Is Considered The Most Disappointing Computer Brand In Terms Of Customer Satisfaction
While specs, size, and other factors are important to consider when purchasing a laptop, a quality brand should also be a concern. This one may be one to avoid.
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Are Used Teslas Actually Reliable?
Buying a used Tesla? A major December 2025 report just ranked them at the bottom of the list for long-term reliability. See the specific issues with it.
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Humans Might Actually Have A New Sense According To This New Study
All of us are familiar with the 5 traditional senses, but according to a recent study, we may actually have a new sense right at our finger tips.
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Amazon Has Big Changes Planned For 2026 - Here's What To Look For
Every major business aims to outperform itself each year, which typically means a lot of new initiatives, which can both benefit and hurt consumers.
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The Reason Walmart's Onn TVs Are So Cheap
A 50-inch 4K TV for under $180 sounds like a steal, but what are you giving up? Discover the trade-offs in picture and sound that make Onn TVs so cheap.
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Missing Robot In The Antarctic Returned With Terrifying Data
A robotic ocean float was lost under the Antarctic ice for eight months, but it miraculously reappeared, bearing some distressing data regarding climate change.
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NASA's Satellites Captured A Terrifying Picture Of A Giant Tsunami
Most have forgotten the Kamchatka quake from July 2025, but NASA, using satellite data, has produced an image of the monster tsunami it produced.
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An AI Chatbot Tried To Contact The FBI - Here's Why
AI chatbots can hallucinate and do a lot of weird stuff, but wait until you hear what this AI chatbot did when it noticed a $2 discrepancy in its accounts.
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NASA's Perseverance Rover Might Have Discovered Something Alien On Mars
The Perseverance rover has been exploring Jezero Crater for years, but it's never found an otherworldly object quite like this one until now.
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Google Chrome's Sync Feature Is Actually A Privacy Nightmare - Here's Why
While Google Chrome is the most popular web browser worldwide, its Sync feature presents several security concerns. Here's why you should take notice.
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Amazon Stores Solve One Of Retail's Biggest Problems
With its new technology for brick-and-mortar stores, Amazon is working to solve one of the biggest problems facing retailers around the world.
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The DIY Trend That Could Replace Repair Shops
With planned obsolescence being so commonplace in today's consumer tech market, some are fighting back. What's this new DIY trend all about?
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India's New Spyware Mandate Sets A Dangerous Precedent
While the Indian government has backtracked on its decision to mandatorily install spyware on phones, here's why this sets a bad precedent for user privacy.
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Will Smith's Must Watch Documentary Series Is Streaming An Episode For Free
You can now stream an episode of National Geographic's highly regarded documentary series about planet Earth, hosted by Will Smith, for free.
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The Reason Temu Tech Is So Cheap
Temu sells tech at such cheap prices that even giants like Amazon find it hard to match. Here's the reason why most Temu tech is so affordable.
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