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Ronald Reagan's Landmark Cybersecurity Policies Were Influenced By A Classic '80s Techno-Thriller

staff@bgr.com (Daniel Trock) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

A weekend movie night at Camp David sparked America's first cybersecurity laws. See how an '80s box office hit terrified a sitting president.

10 Common Mistakes Homeowners Make With Smart Appliances

staff@bgr.com (Zack Palm) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0000

You'll want to avoid these common pitfalls if you're thinking of decking out your house with smart devices.

5 Products Sennheiser Makes (Other Than Headphones)

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:47:00 +0000

Sennheiser is among the most reputable brands in headphone makers available today, but the company actually makes way more than just headphones.

Why Do PlayStation Controllers Get Stick Drift So Easily?

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:17:00 +0000

PlayStation console controllers, known as the DualSense for the PS5, tend to develop an issue called "stick drift." Here's what it is and why it happens.

What Does The Red Dot Mean On Your Webcam? (It's Not Always Recording)

staff@bgr.com (Kazim Alvi) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:47:00 +0000

Is your computer spying on you? Panic sets in when that red light appears, but don't cover it with tape just yet-here is what that dot actually means.

10 Essential Apple Watch Features You Have To Enable Yourself

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

The most basic features of the Apple Watch are enough for daily use, but some useful options are hidden in the settings waiting for you to activate them.

5 Things To Know Before Ditching Your Smartphone For A Flip Phone

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:47:00 +0000

While ditching your smartphone for a flip phone may seem like a great idea, there are some important things to keep in mind before taking the leap.

5 Star Trek Gadgets That Have (Or Will Soon) Become Real World Tech

staff@bgr.com (Lisa Jo Rudy) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 11:17:00 +0000

"Star Trek" may be science fiction, but the technology depicted in its shows has often led to real-world equivalents being developed that we can use today.

Why Does Sennheiser Use Such A Weird Audio Jack Size?

staff@bgr.com (Vic Hood) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:47:00 +0000

Sennheiser uses a unique 2.5mm audio jack with a unique twist-locking mechanism on some of its headphones products that can sometimes frustrate consumers.

What To Do When Alexa Starts Flashing Yellow

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

If you have an Amazon Echo speaker or an Alexa smart display and it's flashing a yellow light, here's what it means and what you can do to get rid of it.

Here's How To Easily Record Your Samsung Phone Screen

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 09:17:00 +0000

If you're looking for a simple method to record something from your Samsung phone screen, here's what you should know.

5 Phone Screen Settings You Should Change To Keep Your Eyes Healthy

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:47:00 +0000

While most might want their smartphone screens to be as bright as they can go at all times, that's not always the greatest if you care about your eyes.

How Do NASA Astronauts Drink Liquids In Space?

staff@bgr.com (Gerard Griessel) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:17:00 +0000

Thanks to the fact that water doesn't stay in a cup in space, drinking on the International Space Station is no easy feat, so how do they do it?

The '80s Had A RAM And Oil Crisis Too - Here's What We Can Learn From It

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 02:17:00 +0000

As prices for RAM continue to spiral and oil fluctuates, it's easy to forget that the 1980s faced a similar crisis. Here's what we can learn from history.

How Often Does Microsoft Launch New Xbox Consoles?

staff@bgr.com (Noelle Corbett) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 01:47:00 +0000

The Xbox Series X|S era is nearly six years old, and history says it might last a while longer. Here's how often Microsoft usually launches new Xbox consoles.

5 Of The Best Bluetooth Speakers You Can Buy, According To Owners

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 01:17:00 +0000

It's one thing for experts to pick the best Bluetooth speakers, but there's nothing quite like hearing from device owners themselves. Here are their top picks.

Who Owns Sennheiser?

staff@bgr.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:47:00 +0000

The German sound equipment manufacturer Sennheiser has been around since the mid-1940s, but the main share of its ownership has remained the same since then.

These Are The 5 Best Watches For Runners

staff@bgr.com (Christine Persaud) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:17:00 +0000

If running is part of your routine, the right smartwatch can track far more than steps. These models are built with runners in mind first and foremost.

5 Underrated Apple TV Sci-Fi Shows You Have To Watch

staff@bgr.com (Liz Young) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:47:00 +0000

Apple TV isn't known for as many big hits as Netflix, HBO Max, or Prime Video, but it's knocking it out of the park with its hard-hitting sci-fi projects.

5 Podcasting Microphones With Great Audio For Every Budget

staff@bgr.com (Christian Wait) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Whether you're investing in a massive upgrade to your equipment or just getting started, there's a podcasting microphone for everyone if you know where to look.