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Stick to your New Year’s resolutions with this Fitbit Charge 6 (38% off)
New year, new you, right? At least, that’s what I told myself this year, setting up some fitness goals that I hope to actually stick to. If you’re in the same boat, then you need a way to stay motivated—and a fitness tracker might just do the trick as it...

Amazon brings its own art gallery-ready TV to CES
The so-called “lifestyle” TV is a fast-growing category in the smart TV market, particularly those that can mimic works of art when they’re otherwise not in use. Samsung kicked off the lifestyle TV with The Frame, followed by LG and its new Gallery TV and Wallpaper TV, and now Amazon is entering the fray with its latest...

Save 35% on this fast-charging 3-port Anker USB wall plug charger
How many new gadgets did you get this past holiday season? I bet most of them didn’t even come with charger blocks (also known as power bricks or power adapters), right? Well, no worries. They did you a favor. Now you can get a proper charger block that’s actually fast,...

Corriedale cast 'one big family' during filming
The one-off crossover episode will be filled with tragedy, drama, joy and laughter says producer.

GE Lighting introduces DIY-installed smart shades
Smart shades are among the most sophisticated and elegant window treatments you can buy for your home, but they’ve traditionally been very expensive and required a professional to install them. GE Lighting is helping to change that with its new line of Matter-compatible roller shades. GE Lighting says its motorized roller...

Lockly Smart Safe XL promises more secure storage at home
Lockly has introduced the Smart Safe XL at CES, expanding its smart safe lineup with a roomier model that builds on the original Lockly Smart Safe. The new version increases storage capacity and deepens integration with Lockly’s ecosystem of smart locks, cameras, and access tools. Designed to secure valuables and documents,...

Microsoft silently kills the last way to activate Windows without internet
According to Neowin, Microsoft has killed the final method for activating Windows without an internet connection—that is, activation by telephone. It appears to have been discontinued a few days ago. Microsoft hasn’t officially announced the end of telephone activation, and the corresponding menu item in Windows is still available. But users...

Kwikset’s new Aura Reach Matter smart lock is already available
Kwikset has unveiled the Aura Reach at CES, a smart lock designed for homeowners seeking a flexible, connected security solution that’s easy to install and use. The Aura Reach supports both Matter and Bluetooth, enabling broad compatibility with smart home ecosystems including Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home (lacking...

Not your typical cruise: Why these smaller ships are a hit with travelers

Prosecutors file intent to indict Abu Latif crime boss, others in ‘Prince’ extortion affair

Tensions rise between Saudis and Emiratis over Yemen

German president marks 150th birthday of late chancellor Adenauer

Botswana seeks Russian investment as diamond revenues slump

This RAM-packed Ryzen 7 mini PC is discounted right now on Amazon
Did you get everything you wanted this past holiday season? If your list of presents didn’t include a mini PC, then you need to rectify that immediately! Put your Amazon gift cards to good use with this Kamrui Hyper H1 mini PC, which has dropped in price from $510 down...

Google Gemini to let you change TV settings with voice commands
Google thinks AI can solve the problem of needing to wade through complicated TV settings menus. With a forthcoming update to its Gemini AI assistant on Google TV, you’ll be able to adjust TV settings with voice commands. For instance, you can say things like “the screen is too dim” to...