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Saturday 29 February 2020
FDA allows new coronavirus testing tech before it gets emergency approval
LG Display halts work at phone screen factory after coronavirus infection
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Facebook now lets you create 3D photos without a portrait mode camera
Imagine if every photo in your Facebook news feed looked alive, like something out of a Harry Potter universe newspaper.
That's the reality Facebook is moving toward with a new feature that makes 3D photos available to everyone. First launched in 2018, the feature let people give their photos the appearance of a "moving" 3D background, provided the source image was shot using some manner of portrait mode.
Support for 3D photos arrived on Facebook right around the time that dual-lens smartphone cameras popularized the feature called portrait mode, which captures a foreground subject in great detail while artistically blurring the background. Facebook's platform could then use the extra data in those image files to create an enhanced image in which the background appears to move. Read more...
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9 great reads from CNET this week - CNET
How schools are using kid's phones to surveil them, why Amazon now operates seven different kinds of physical stores and what's keeping foldable phones from winning us over.
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9 great reads from CNET this week - CNET
How schools are using kid's phones to surveil them, why Amazon now operates seven different kinds of physical stores and what's keeping foldable phones from winning us over.
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This Pocket ChainSaw is the survival tool you never knew you needed
TL;DR: As of Feb. 29, you can keep a convenient Pocket ChainSaw® by your side for just $22.99, a 23% savings.
While Donald Trump, Jr. is out here trying to hunt grizzly bears and baboons are making glorious escapes through Sydney, it feels like it's high time we all take a walk on the wild side. However, if we're going to be heading into the woods, it's probably time to admit evolution has made us woefully ill-equipped to survive.
We need tools. Tools like the Pocket ChainSaw®.
This ingenious saw is made from high strength, heat-treated steel and can cut through a 3-inch limb in less than ten seconds. Whether you have to cut up some firewood, thick brush, fencing, or roots, the Pocket ChainSaw® unravels in moments to help you out. It's compact and easy to carry with you on the trail. Read more...
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There's finally a portable battery pack you can't forget at home
TL;DR: You can carry around a charger with you wherever you go for just $39.99, a 20% savings as of Feb. 29, thanks to this deal on the AtomXS emergency keychain charger.
Even if you have the latest and (arguably) greatest iPhone 11, the battery isn't going to last if you're on it 24/7. And stopping for a charge at the nearest outlet isn't always feasible. That's why portable battery packs were created, kids.
Portable charging banks can restore your phone to a full charge on the go, but a. you have to actually remember to bring it with you, and b. you have to try not to lose it while you're out. Both of these things are harder than they sound, though, which is where the AtomXS Emergency Keychain Charger comes in. Read more...
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These Dell and Apple device deals show why it pays to shop refurbished
Sure, Black Friday, President's Day, Labor Day, and pretty much any other holiday gives you the excuse to buy tech devices at great prices, but that shouldn't stop you from jumping on a deal when we see one.
If you can't wait another 12 weeks or so for a major shopping holiday to roll around, then we have good news for you: All nine of these certified-refurbished Dell and Apple computing devices are on sale this weekend, some upwards of 70% off their retail prices.
To those uninitiated into the world of refurbished products, these gently-used devices have been tested by certified experts to ensure functionality as well as a reset to original factory settings. Sure there's potential for a few scratches or blemishes here or there, but does it really matter that much if you're getting a device for hundreds (if not thousands) of dollars off? Read more...
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This affordable language app teaches you through audiobooks
TL;DR: Perfect your proficiency in a foreign language for just $39.99, a 60% savings as of Feb. 29, with a lifetime subscription to the Beelinguapp language learning app.
Mispronouncing a word in another language might seem like an innocent mistake, but it could also lead to a seriously embarrassing – and potentially offensive – faux pas. For instance, you may think you're saying "thank you very much," but you could actually be saying "thank you, nice bum." Not quite the same thing.
Luckily, you can avoid those awkward indiscretions with the convenience of a language learning app. There are literally hundreds of options on the market today – word games, memorization-based, and even conversation-based – but of course, what works for some may not work for you. If you're looking for something different, we've got just the thing: Beelinguapp. Read more...
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Friday 28 February 2020
8 of the best home printers in the UK
This might sound totally ridiculous, but some people still prefer to get their hands on a physical copy of something. Yep, not content with access to a digital version of a photo, document, or whatever else, these people will pursue something they can actually touch.
In defence of this old school approach, there are occasions when only a physical copy will do. For example, it's bad form to turn up to an interview and show your prospective employer a copy of your CV on your phone. Contracts and other important documents also tend to be printed out, as there is still something more official about paper. Read more...
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BEST FOR LOW-COST PRINTING
Epson EcoTank ET-2750Epson’s EcoTank printer has a high-capacity ink tank system that completely removes the need for cartridges.
- Weight: 5.5 kg
- Dimensions: 55.9 x 37.5 x 26.7 cm
- Printer technology: Inkjet
BEST FOR TIGHT BUDGETS
HP Envy 5030The HP Envy 5030 can handle a lot of work but won't cost you hundreds of pounds.
- Weight: 5.41 kg
- Dimensions: 36.7 x 44.5 x 12.8 cm
- Printer technology: Inkjet
BEST FOR VERSATILITY
Canon PIXMA TS5050This all-in-one home printer, copier, and scanner is versatile and affordable.
- Weight: 5.5 kg
- Dimensions: 31.5 x 37.2 x 12.6 cm
- Printer technology: Inkjet colour
BEST FOR SPEED
Brother HL-L3230CDWThis printer offers fast speeds so you can print your essential documents in a rush.
- Weight: 18 kg
- Dimensions: 41 x 46.1 x 25.2 cm
- Printer technology: Laser
BEST FOR NOISE
Samsung Xpress M2026Very affordable printer manages to do the job without making loads of noise.
- Weight: 3.95 kg
- Dimensions: 35 x 33.1 x 17.8 cm
- Printer technology: Laser
BEST FOR RELIABILITY
Kyocera Ecosys P2040dnThis popular printer is reliable, durable, and only the toner container needs to be replaced.
- Weight: 14 kg
- Dimensions: 39.3 x 37.5 x 27.2 cm
- Printer technology: Laser
BEST FOR PORTABILITY
HP Sprocket 200This portable photo printer can go everywhere you do.
- Weight: 0.17 kg
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 8 x 2.5 cm
- Printer technology: Inkjet
BEST FOR STYLE
Epson Expression XP-3100This stylish and affordable printer delivers more than just the basics.
- Weight: 4.3 kg
- Dimensions: 45.4 x 40.8 x 25 cm
- Printer technology: Inkjet
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Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra review: It's powerful. It's beautiful. But do you really need it?
Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra
$1,399.99
The Good
Beautiful 120Hz display • Long battery life • Smooth performance • Impressive 108MP camera sensorThe Bad
Too large • Autofocus is buggy • Frustrating in-display fingerprint sensor • ExpensiveThe Bottom Line
The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a powerful phone with crazy specs. But it's unlikely you'll use its special features on a daily basis.⚡ Mashable Score 4.25
😎 Cool Factor 5.0
📘Learning Curve 4.0
💪Performance 4.5
💵Bang for the Buck 4.0
Of the three phones in Samsung's Galaxy S20 family, it's easy to understand why someone would immediately gravitate towards the S20 Ultra. Read more...
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This Lenovo deal is huge — plus, more discounts on laptops and tablets this weekend
It's not every day that you can score $2,000 off of a laptop, but friends, today is that day.
The Lenovo X1 Carbon Gen 7 is, in fact, $2,000 off right now (which is a steal — it's a great laptop), but it's not the only great piece of tech that's being discounted over the weekend.
If you're wondering what else is in store, check out the best deals we found — and check back in on Monday for more.
Laptops $499 and below
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Asus 11.6-inch Laptop — $174.99 (list price $199.99)
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Asus Chromebook C423NA — $179 (list price $269.99)
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Lenovo Thin and Light Laptop — $224.55 (list price $439)
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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch Laptop (Renewed) — $339.99 (list price $1,199)
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Newest HP 14-inch Premium FHD IPS Laptop — $449.99 (list price $479.9
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Microsoft Surface Pro — $444.99 (list price $799)
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Dell Vostro 14 3490 Laptop — $470 (list price $898.57)
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HP Pavilion 14 Laptop — $479 (list price $699) Read more...
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Dell is going HAM with free gift cards on TV purchases this weekend
If what you did on Leap Day decided what you'll do every day for the next four years, what would you do?
We'd probably binge-watch Love is Blind, plus maybe a few Jordan Peele movies to get us into the spirit for Candyman.
If that's what most of your weekends look like, you might as well make it the best experience possible by investing in a 4K TV. Every true horror junkie knows that you can't make out the dark details fully unless you're watching in 4K HDR, anyway.
Dell is sweetening your splurge this weekend: We've found a slew of 4K TVs on sale that come with free Dell gift cards tacked onto the end, giving you anywhere from $25 to $300 for free. Read more...
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Stair-climbing robot snake is almost as agile as the IRL version
A team of engineers at Johns Hopkins University published a paper showcasing a robot snake they built that is almost as fast and agile as its live counterpart.
The robot snake is based on new evidence that shows how real snakes deform their body in different sections to overcome various 3D obstacles. Read more...
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This gorgeous 4K TV is basically a work of art — and it's up to $1,250 off
TL;DR: Samsung's gorgeous 55-inch and 65-inch "The Frame" 4K TVs are on sale for up to $1,250 off with the code SAVE300 Feb. 28 through March 1.
We've written about Samsung's "The Frame" 4K TV before, and here we are again because it's back on sale for a super low price. We're talking more than $1,000 off MSRP.
The 55-inch and 65-inch Frame TVs are on sale in the PCMag Shop (PCMag and Mashable are both owned by Ziff Davis), and you save an additional $300 if you enter the code SAVE300 at checkout Feb. 28 through March 1. This will bring the price of the 55-inch down to $1,149 and the 65-inch down to $1,549. Read more...
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Engadget Podcast: Reviewing Samsung's Galaxy S20 Ultra
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This cute tentacle robot will make you feel like a tiny Cthulhu
Not an Elder God or octopus, but still want to pick up things with tentacles?
Look no further than this octopus-inspired soft robotic arm that you can use to manipulate objects.
Created by the researchers at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) and Beihang University, the little tentacle arm can firmly grab and move objects such as eggs, iPhones, medicine balls, and, yes, live crabs.
Image: Bertoldi Lab/Harvard SEAS
Beyond being cute, there's some interesting science behind the robot. According to co-author of the paper behind the bot, August Domel, "most previous research on octopus-inspired robots focused either on mimicking the suction or the movement of the arm, but not both.” Read more...
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The rise of cloud computing has had a smaller climate impact than feared
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This Supreme Court case could criminalize online immigration activism. Here’s why.
When the Trump administration announced plans to phase out Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals in 2017 — the federal program which offers renewable legal status to undocumented immigrant children — Twitter blew up overnight with hashtags like #HereToStay, #HomeIsHere and #DefendDACA. Three years later, discussions around immigration continue to gain visibility online: Photos and videos of border detention centers go viral on social media, while immigration activists and organizations alike use Twitter to show solidarity and mobilize supporters with hashtags like #NoBusinessWithICE, #CloseTheCamps, and #AbolishICE. Read more...
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Save over £200 on the Philips Series 9000 electric shaver
TL;DR: The Philips Series 9000 electric shaver is on sale for £160 on Amazon, saving you 59% on list price.
This goes without saying but you should be looking after your face. You've only got one face, and you're stuck with each other for life.
Your face deserves to be clean, fresh, and cared for at all times, and that's why you need to consider investing in a quality electric shaver. The top devices deliver a close and customisable shave for your face and neck. The best options follow every contour of your face for a comfortable experience.
SEE ALSO: 8 of the best beard trimmers in the UK
There are a number of brands that produce this sort of electric shaver, but Philips might be the best known. It has a wide range of impressive devices, and the Philips Series 9000 electric shaver is one of the most advanced. This model even lets you customise your shave with three modes designed to suit everyone. Read more...
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Nintendo Switch Online subscriptions are on sale
TL;DR: 12-month subscriptions to Nintendo Switch Online are on sale for £13.99 on CD Keys, saving you 22% on list price.
Some gamers are perfectly content with solo play, but most need the rush of competition.
Your favourite gaming buddies won't always be on hand for a lengthy session, and that's why the weird and wonderful world of online gaming exists. There's a massive pool of potential playmates out there, just waiting for you.
Most Nintendo Switch games require a Nintendo Switch Online membership to unlock online features, including Splatoon 2, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. A membership also entitles you to free NES games, cloud saving, a smartphone voice chat app, and much more. Read more...
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Wait, what? Mac Pro's $400 wheels don't have a lock.
When Apple announced that the wheels for its pro-grade, $6,000 Mac Pro desktop machine are purchased separately for $400, we thought they must be special. And they are.
That's because, unlike most wheels on furniture that cost half that of Mac Pro's wheels, the Mac Pro wheels don't have a lock.
This was pointed out by tech reviewer Marques Brownlee, near the end of his Mac Pro review on YouTube (the bit with the wheels is around the 11:00 mark in the video).
So, if you plan to keep the Mac Pro on a desk, or if your floor isn't quite even, or if you just don't want the Mac Pro to move around accidentally, you probably shouldn't get the wheels. Read more...
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Geneva Motor Show cancellation imminent after Switzerland bans large-scale events
Geneva International Motor Show, scheduled to take place in Geneva on March 5-15, is one of the most important annual events in the automotive industry. This year, however, it's very likely to be cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak.
On Friday, Switzerland's Federal Council banned large-scale events, defined as "events involving more than 1000 people." The ban is effective immediately and it applies "at least until March 15."
Geneva Motor Show being a massive event, with more than 690,000 people in attendance in 2017 and 660,000 in 2018, it definitely falls into this criteria. We've reached out to the show's organizers and will update this article when we hear back. Read more...
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Get workout help at home with these 8 devices that are on sale
Whether you're a Peloton wife, a fitness influencer, or just an average gym-goer, it's important to take the time you need to rest your bones. Trust us: recovery days are just as essential as the days you push yourself to the limit. The problem is between work, a social life, and struggling to get eight hours of sleep at night, workouts often get squeezed into your day's only free time slot, and proper cooldowns (let alone muscle recovery) are usually glossed over or skipped completely.
Well, lucky for you, we've found eight products – from at-home exercise equipment to massage guns – to save you time and energy when it comes to your fitness routine. That way, you can fit in not only a proper workout but a proper recovery as well, even on your busiest days. Oh, and even better, everything is on sale. Read more...
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Save over 60% on this teeth cleaner, whitener, and gum massager device
TL;DR: As of Feb.28, you can get your teeth pearly white with Total White Photocatalyst Whitener, Massager and Cleaner for $46.99, a 63% savings.
Classic blue may be the new black. But no one in the history of ever has said that yellow is the new white, especially when it comes to teeth. After all, they're called pearly whites for a reason. They're supposed to be gleaming and blindingly bright like The Rock's, not coffee-stained.
While no one will abandon you for wanting to live with yellow teeth, having whiter teeth can improve your self-esteem — not to mention good oral hygiene habits are better for your mouth's health in the long run. Luckily, you don't have to spend thousands on dentist office treatmentsYou only have to spring $47 for a top-notch teeth whitener like the Total White Photocatalyst Whitener, Massager, and Cleaner. Read more...
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Improve your memory and focus with the help of this $20 training
TL;DR: As of Feb. 28, you can strengthen your memory with the Ultimate Memory Mastery Bundle for $19.99, a 98% savings.
While spending your weekend wiling away the hours on a Netflix binge certainly sounds nice, it may not be the most productive use of your time. Crazy, right? Perhaps you'd like to increase your attention span, focus, and memory instead?
The Ultimate Memory Mastery Bundle can help.
Whether you've noticed your attention span isn't quite what it used to be or you've been having trouble remembering people's names or things on your to-do list, this seven-course bundle will give you strategies to improve your cognition and be more mentally present at all times. This bundle takes a comprehensive view of memory, teaching you the psychology of how it works and showing you simple activities you can use to improve your memory. You'll learn mnemonic and enhanced learning techniques that will help you memorize details more easily and improve your recall. Read more...
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Vivo's new Apex concept phone has zero ports and a 7.5x optical zoom camera
Vivo's first Apex phone, unveiled in Feb. 2018, was the first functional phone with nearly no bezels and a pop-up selfie camera. It was just a concept, but it was way ahead of its time, with countless manufacturers later ditching various display-obstructing elements from their phones, one by one.
Two iterations later, Vivo is still working to perfect its vision of a bezel-less, hole-less phone. The Vivo Apex 2020 takes the concept a step further with a 6.45-inch display that bends at a 120-degree angle on both sides — a more extreme version of what Vivo has done with its Nex 3 smartphone. And, just like on the Nex 3, physical side buttons are replaced by pressure sensors. Read more...
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Indian research firm Convergence Catalyst is ready for its second act
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Thursday 27 February 2020
8 of the best online courses to kickstart your photography career
There is more to a photography career than you might think. With everything from night time shooting, photo editing in Lightroom, and drone shots, the world of cameras is constantly expanding and there is always something new to learn. A few tips and tricks will certainly improve your photographic skills, but sometimes it is worth taking your abilities to the next level.
If you're passionate about photography and want to expand your knowledge, there is no better place to start than online courses. Whether you're excited about your hobby or want to pursue a new career, online courses can provide a wealth of new and exciting ideas for you to explore. Read more...
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BEST FOR GETTING STARTED
A Complete Guide to PhotographyGet started with photography and learn all the basic skills required to shine above the rest.
BEST FOR TAKING PORTRAITS
Posing For PhotographersSetup, shoot, direct, and edit the very best portrait photos with this expansive course for beginner and intermediate photographers.
BEST FOR SOCIAL INFLUENCING
Take Professional Photos On Your PhoneLearn how to expand your Instagram account and take the very best photos on your mobile phone.
BEST FOR AERIAL SHOTS
Using Drones: Aerial Photos and VideosMake your portfolio stand out with this guide on how to capture the perfect drone photos.
BEST FOR LOW-LIGHT PHOTOS
Shoot Stunning Night PhotosShow off your photography skills with the increasingly more difficult low-light shot.
BEST FOR PHOTOGRAPHY CAREERS
How to Be a Commercial PhotographerEarn money with your photography skills and learn how to find new clients.
BEST FOR SELLING ONLINE
License Your Photos OnlineKeep track of your online portfolio and make a little extra cash along the way.
BEST FOR EDITING
Adobe Lightroom CC Photo EditingMake your photos stand out with these useful editing tips for Adobe Lightroom CC.
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Senate approves $1 billion budget to help rural carriers replace Huawei gear
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U.S. wireless carriers face $200 million in FCC fines for mishandling customer data
Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and AT&T can definitely hear the FCC now.
The nation's largest mobile providers are facing potentially hundreds of millions of dollars in fines after the Federal Communications Commission determined the companies didn't adequately protect customers' location data. At issue was the practice of selling customers' real-time location data to third parties — data which then ended up in the hands of bounty hunters, debt collectors, and other questionable parties.
The news, reported by the Wall Street Journal, follows a Jan. 31 announcement by the FCC that at least one phone carrier had violated federal privacy protectionsAccording to Reuters, the FCC is set to propose fines of $200 million in total for the four mobile carriers tomorrow. Read more...
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Latin America roundup: Softbank adds $1B, Stori raises $10M and Grow Mobility puts on the brakes
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Immigrants trusted Maryland to give them licenses. Then ICE betrayed them.
Today in corrosive public policy, Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been running warrantless facial recognition searches of Maryland driver's licenses allegedly as a way to hunt down undocumented immigrants, according to a report from The Washington Post.
Why Maryland? In 2013, the state passed a bill that allowed undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses, a policy intended and proven to increase public safety. The state has issued more than 275,000 of these licenses to date.
ICE says that it mostly conducts the license searches to look for child exploitation or cybercrime and that it does not "routinely" use it for immigration enforcement. However, immigrant activists reportedly began to suspect something was amiss when ICE conducted raids on individuals who had recently obtained the special licenses. Read more...
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Facebook has paused election reminders in Europe after data watchdog raises transparency concerns
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Moving into an apartment with a crappy kitchen? Get a toaster oven.
Apartment hunting season has crept up once again, making many of us face the decisions we've pretended weren't happening for the past few months: Do I care about a dishwasher or laundry in unit? Is the fridge in this kitchen even full-size?
If you've found the perfect, affordable place but can't shake the idea that the kitchen looks like one that kids would play house in, the simple purchase of a toaster oven is a smart compromise. A microwave can't do everything, and that precious block of counter space could be put to better use with an appliance that can air fry, toast breakfast sandwiches, roast meat, or bake pizza and small casserole dishes. Read more...
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These are what you need to break your Starbucks habit
Forget the cold brew. Forget the nitro brew. Forget the soy milk, light ice, extra shot of espresso, toasted gingerbread latte. Don't you miss just a good old-fashioned cup of coffee?
Although you were usually half asleep when trying to brew a pot, wasn't there something exciting about fumbling around looking for the filters? Or am I just getting too excited at the thought of coffee? Either way, the paper filters may be obsolete but that motivating feeling that only comes from hearing a coffee maker do its thing lives on.
Whether it's using K-cups or your own grinds, some highly loved (and rated) coffee makers are on sale on Amazon. If you don't have much space in your kitchen, the reliable and slim Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker may be the perfect fit for you — and it's under $70. Or maybe you want your choice between a single serve or whole pot brew, which you can get with the Hamilton Beach 2-Way Brewer Coffee Maker that's on sale for under $60. Read more...
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This collapsible coffee cup fits in your pocket — Future Blink
The HUNU coffee cup is designed for java-lovers on-the-go. Read more...
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Let your imagination run wild with this modular marble track — Future Blink
Makeway is a DIY course for your marbles. Read more...
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Save over £100 on this super portable laptop
TL;DR: The ASUS M409 14-inch laptop is on sale for £479.99 on Amazon, saving you 20% on list price.
The whole idea of a laptop is that it's supposed to be portable. You have a desktop for your home office, and a laptop for getting stuff done on the go. That's just the way it is.
This doesn't mean that all laptops are equally portable though, and some devices definitely prioritise power and performance over everything else. The key is finding balance, as you'll want a laptop that delivers on everything.
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The ASUS M409 14-inch laptop offers the best of both worlds, with an AMD Ryzen 7 Processor, 512 GB SSD, and 8 GB of RAM packed into a lightweight frame. It's a great option for work or play thanks to the NanoEdge display, boasting wide viewing angles and a matte anti-glare coating for an engaging experience. Read more...
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Uber’s new translation tool makes messaging your driver easier in any language
It's great to get out of the country. But what happens when you get to Colombia or France or Belarus, finally sort out your phone and find some free WiFi, pull up the Uber app, order a ride on your phone just like you do back home, and then your driver messages you something ... but you have no idea what.
Starting Thursday, Uber is adding a translation feature to its ride-hailing messaging platform. It's supposed to help when you're traveling abroad and need to communicate with a driver who speaks in a different preferred language. Using the Google Translate API, you and your driver can see messages in each of your preferred languages. More than 100 languages will be supported on the Uber app. Read more...
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