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Google Voice Now Warns You When Spammers Call

Google Voice will now warn you of potential spam risks to your free phone number. The company announced the new feature in a Workspace Updates blog post. Google Voice already has a spam filter, so the warning is for those who have that feature disabled. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/141049/google-voice-now-warns-you-when-spammers-call/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Gogs Is the Easiest Way to Run a Local Git Server (Here’s How to Set It Up)

Don’t want to push your code to a hosted Git repository? Then run your own Git server in-house. Gogs is the easiest way to do that. Here’s how to set it up. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/855298/gogs-is-the-easiest-way-to-run-a-local-git-server-how-to-set-it-up/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Anker’s Tiny 65W USB Type-C Charger Is Just $35 Right Now

Anker sells some of the best phone chargers around, but the company has so many overlapping options that they can be difficult to narrow down. The Nano II 65W charger is a standout choice now, as it’s on sale for just $35. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/857372/ankers-tiny-65w-usb-type-c-charger-is-just-35-right-now/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

China's Driverless Taxi Fleet Hits the Street at Night

Baidu, the Chinese version of Google, just took another big step in autonomous driving. While the company launched its self-driving robotaxi service in 2020 and started offering driverless rides in 2022, now the service is available to operate at night. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/140667/chinas-driverless-taxi-fleet-hits-the-street-at-night/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Here's Everything Coming to Netflix the Week of Dec. 26, 2022

Christmas might be over, but Netflix is still going strong by finishing the year with major film drops and starting 2023 off with multiple classics. Read This Article on LifeSavvy › https://www.lifesavvy.com/156886/heres-everything-coming-to-netflix-the-week-of-dec-26-2022/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

10 Awesome iPad Features You Should Be Using

Whether you’re an iPad veteran or newbie, Apple’s tablet packs so many features that some of them might have slipped under your radar. Let’s take a look at ten great features that every iPad owner should use. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/823719/10-awesome-ipad-features-you-should-be-using/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

10 Hidden Windows 10 Features You Should Be Using

Even if you’ve been using Windows 10 for a while, there are likely more than a few non-obvious features you’ve never tried before. We’ve picked ten of them, and each one will help you get the most out of your PC. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/818509/10-hidden-windows-10-features-you-should-be-using/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

10 Samsung Camera Features You Should Be Using

Samsung Galaxy devices are known for having great cameras and tons of features. This combination means a Samsung camera app with a lot going on. We’ll share some of the best features you should be using. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/853251/10-samsung-camera-features-you-should-be-using/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Avatar’s 48fps Frame Rate Is Not The Future (But Not Why You Think)

The second Avatar movie is the latest in a (very) short list of major films to use HFR or High Frame Rate footage. This hyper-smooth frame rate is divisive, but some filmmakers are gaga for it, yet it’s quite unlikely to become mainstream. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/855913/avatars-48fps-frame-rate-is-not-the-future/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

DeWALT's MAX 10-Tool Kit is 40% Off Right Now

The popular power tool brand DeWALT is already an excellent value, but when you see big holiday deals on some of DeWALT’s best tools, you’ll want to grab some while you can. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/140378/dewalts-max-10-tool-kit-is-40-off-right-now/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Mozilla Is Starting Its Own Mastodon Server

When looking for an alternative to Twitter, Mastodon is probably one of the options that pops up more frequently. Yet, you’re probably faced by a confusing choice on which server to join — Mozilla wants to be the answer. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/856247/mozilla-is-starting-its-own-mastodon-server/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Your Amazon Echo (Probably) Supports Matter Now

Matter is the new connectivity and setup standard that aims to make smart home devices easier to use. Google just rolled out Matter support on its smart speakers and displays, and now Amazon is following suit. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/855943/your-amazon-echo-probably-supports-matter-now/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

5 Reasons You Should Buy a Windows PC Instead of a Mac

It’s time to buy a new computer, but you’ve got a tough choice ahead of you: do you buy or build a Windows PC or go for a Mac instead? Here are some of the reasons you might want to go for a Windows PC instead of a Mac. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/849112/reasons-you-should-buy-a-windows-pc-instead-of-a-mac/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Sonos Roam Review: A Portable Speaker That Is More Than Meets the Eye

Sonos has made a portable speaker before with the Move, but despite the name, it wasn’t the most portable speaker. The company seems to have realized that, as the Sonos Roam represents the first time that a portable wireless speaker from the company is actually, well, portable. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/855086/sonos-roam-review/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Kohler's $11K Alexa Toilet Is Ready To Flush Your Money Down the Drain

The popular home goods company Kohler is no stranger to unique smart home devices, from faucets to smart mirrors. But in 2019, it announced the Kohler Numi 2.0 Smart Toilet with LED lights, a speaker, and Alexa voice controls, and now you can finally put one in your home. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/139884/kohlers-11k-alexa-toilet-is-ready-to-flush-your-money-down-the-drain/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

OnePlus Announces Smartphone Launch Event in Early 2023

On the heels of a surprise event this past weekend, OnePlus has scheduled “Cloud 11 | A OnePlus Launch Event” for February 11th, 2023. The event will see the launch of the much-rumored OnePlus 11 5G smartphone and the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 wireless earbuds. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/139882/oneplus-announces-smartphone-launch-event-in-early-2023/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Buy One of These Lanterns Before the Next Power Outage

Whether you’re braced for winter storms or summer squalls, you really should buy one of these powerful lanterns before the next power outage comes your way. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/851981/buy-one-of-these-lanterns-before-the-next-power-outage/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The Best MP3 Players of 2022

The humble MP3 player never disappeared. Not only are they still around, but they’ve grown up and gained impressive new features, including support for Bluetooth headphones and lossless audio formats. Some higher-end models can even work with streaming services like Spotify. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/823614/best-mp3-players/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The Best Outdoor Speakers of 2022

Outdoor audio is tricky. Great-sounding indoor speakers don’t always sound great when you take them outside, and there’s also the weather to consider. These speakers stand up to the elements and sound great. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/817359/best-outdoor-speaker/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The Best Internal SSDs for Your PC

Looking to upgrade your PC hard drive to a solid-state drive? If so, you’re not alone. Like most people, you probably already know that SSDs are insanely faster, quieter, and generally far more efficient than HDDs. However, you may not know exactly how to go about finding the best internal SSD for your needs. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/133638/best-internal-ssds-for-your-pc/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

What Does “POV” Mean Online, and How Do You Use It?

Have you ever wondered what POV means in a video title or hashtag? This descriptive label is commonly seen on some of the most popular video apps and websites, but its use can sometimes be confusing. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3WaE1Y1

Want Free Live TV? Get an Antenna, Not a Streaming Service

Most of the discussion around cord-cutting revolves around paying for streaming services, but over-the-air television is still very much alive. If you have a TV, you really should have an antenna, even if only for backup situations. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3Vh69HW

The Best Apple AirTag Accessories of 2022

The Apple AirTag offers an affordable way for iPhone users to track nearly anything, but there’s a catch. By itself, the AirTag can really only be thrown into a bag. To make it more versatile, you’ll need some accessories. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/332JPsC

Does Eggnog Actually Have Raw Eggs In It?

Hot chocolate, mulled wine, and hot toddies are just a few of the holidays’ most festive drinks. None of them, though, are very controversial—except one: eggnog. Why? Well, because of the eggs. But are there raw eggs in eggnog? Read This Article on LifeSavvy › https://bit.ly/3PAUfHq

Today Only: This 2-In-1 Samsung Galaxy Book2 Is a Steal at $600

Samsung is probably best known for its smartphones, TVs, and other appliances, but the company also sells some of the best laptops. Now you can get one of its 2-in-1 ultrabooks for just $599.99, a sizeable discount from the original $949.99 MSRP. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3FZ8nHr

How to Fix Crashing Apps on a Mac

macOS is a stable and productive operating system that, assuming you have enough free space and RAM available, should just keep on trucking. This isn’t always the case with third-party apps, which on a Mac are often more likely to stop responding than the operating system itself. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3PymqXJ

How to Change the Font and Font Size in Outlook

In Microsoft Outlook for Windows, Mac, and the web, you can change the font and font size for specific emails as well as for all your emails. It’s easy to make this change, and we’ll show you how. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3Fvz2dl

Google's Blob Opera Returns for a 'Guitar Hero' Styled Game

Two years after debuting the Blob Opera, an AI-assisted music generator, Google still can’t let go of its gooey little characters. And we’re all the better for it—the Blobs are back in a new Guitar Hero-styled game called Blob Beats. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3FrzsSa

How to Factory Reset an iPhone Without Apple ID Password

When you try to reset an iPhone to factory settings, you’ll be asked in most cases for an Apple ID password before the iPhone erases. If you don’t know the password you can try recovering it. Here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3uMFYxI

NASA’s Orion Capsule Is Back From a Trip to the Moon

Following months of delays, NASA launched the Artemis 1 mission on November 16, sending the Space Launch System rocket and Orion capsule on a test trip around the Moon. Now the mission can officially be called a success, paving the way for future crewed Moon missions. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3W9JON8

How to View and Improve Your Game’s Frames Per Second (FPS)

Game performance is measured in “frames per second,” or FPS. High FPS gives you smooth gameplay, while low FPS looks more like a slideshow. Here’s how to see any PC game’s FPS — and increase your FPS in your favorite games. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3UQ0Z5d

You Can Get a Year of Paramount+ for $25 (Again)

Paramount+ is the streaming service owned by the newly-merged CBS and Paramount, with a sizable library of new and classic movies and TV shows. The service has now brought back its best deal: a year of service for 50% off. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3uEc52u

With the 2022 Update, Windows 11 Is Finally Worth an Upgrade

A mixture of tough hardware requirements, some unpopular changes to the user interface, and a general feeling of “Why bother?” have resulted in poor adoption rates for Windows 11. However, Windows 11’s 2022 update goes a long way to alleviating a lot of those gripes. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3UUplLq

Bring Home Crisp Audio With Kanto YU2 Desk Speakers for $80 Off

There’s nothing quite like singing along to your favorite tunes while working from home. Kanto YU2 desktop stereo speakers deliver a stream of crystal-clear, booming audio that’s sure to inspire a solo karaoke session. Snag them today for a new discounted price of $189.99 ($80 off) to enjoy a speaker system that’s functional, compact, and nice to look at. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3W584zQ

Save Big on an Android TV Projector, Portable SSD, and More

Welcome back to the first full edition of How-To Geek Deals since the Cyber Weekend rush. To kick off this final stretch of the holiday shopping season, we’ve assembled a heap of sales on a cinematic Android TV-powered WEMAX projector, Alienware desktop gaming rig, Samsung portable SSD, and much more. Let’s get to it! Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3iGpxAl

How to See All Your Saved Wi-Fi Passwords on Windows 10

Windows remembers every Wi-Fi password you’ve ever used. That’s how it reconnects to those networks. Here’s how you can view the saved password of any network you’ve ever connected to on your Windows PC. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3VTgqex

Polestar 2 EV Gets More Performance With a $1,200 Software Update

Unfortunately, software-based performance and feature upgrades on vehicles are here to stay. Today, the Swedish carmaker Polestar announced a one-time fee for owners to unlock tons of extra performance on its Polestar 2 electric car. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3HctcA9

7 PowerPoint Features You Should Use During Presentations

As you may already know, Microsoft PowerPoint offers a robust feature set for creating presentations. But what kind of tools are useful for actually presenting a slideshow? We’ll walk you through several features that can help you engage your audience. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3UDX5wa

What Is Moore’s Law and Why Are People Saying It’s Dead?

Gordon Moore, the co-founder of Intel, is the man responsible for Moore’s Law. It’s an observation Moore made that the transistor density of integrated circuits doubles every two years. Some say that Moore’s Law is now dead, but why? Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3upHXYL

What We're Playing: 'Star Trek Timelines' Free-to-Play in the Final Frontier

Ever since I was 11, I’ve wanted to be in Starfleet. Unfortunately for me, Star Trek isn’t real. And even if it were, Starfleet won’t be founded for another century. Fortunately for me, Star Trek Timelines exists. This fantastic game lets me put on my virtual captain’s uniform and explore the final frontier daily. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3B6QxiK

Does Instagram Notify When You Screenshot a Story or Post?

Worried someone will find out you’ve taken a screenshot of their Instagram Story or post? In most cases, Instagram doesn’t notify anyone about in-app screenshots. However, there is an exception to the rule that you should keep in mind. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3VPdWNy

Google's December Android Drop Has New Features for Everyone

As many Pixel phone owners know, Google occasionally releases “feature drops” with new stuff, but the latest December feature drop has exciting new Android features for every phone. Things like sharing digital car keys with others, Wear OS improvements, a new YouTube search widget, and more. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3iverhF

How to Copy and Paste Formatting in Microsoft PowerPoint

To keep your slideshow consistent, you may want to use the same formatting for fonts, images, and other slide elements. Rather than adjust every item each time, you can copy and paste formatting in PowerPoint in a few different ways. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3XP86xo

Microsoft 365 Might Be the Best Tech Subscription

Most of us are drowning under a sea of subscription services, whether they be streaming platforms, cloud storage, phone plans, or anything else. However, there is one right now that is a shockingly good deal, and might even save you money: Microsoft 365. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3OKfR3T

Tesla Model 3 Redesign Hinted to Take on Rival EVs

After years of no real EV competition, Tesla could be feeling the heat from rival manufacturers lately. In fact, a redesigned Model 3 is reportedly in the works and could be coming soon with a lower price tag. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3VxgXly

The Excellent Kasa Smart Plug Is Just $7 Right Now

Smart home gadgets aren’t just smart lightbulbs. You can make pretty much any part of your house smart these days, even things as simple as wall plugs. If you want to get one of the best smart plugs, this amazing Kasa option is cheaper than ever during this Cyber Monday. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3EIAs3X

The Best Android Camera Phones of 2022

Looking to up your photo game? A new, camera-focused smartphone will do wonders for your social media pictures. These are the best Android camera phones that will make sunsets sparkle, food look irresistible, and nighttime landscapes dazzle. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/2ZIZpLS

The Best Streaming Devices of 2022

Streaming services make it easy to watch your favorite movies and shows, but it can be hard to stream them on your TV. Our streaming device recommendations will make it easy to put on Netflix and enjoy it hassle-free. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3AR0GQr

The Best iPads of 2022

There are a lot of iPads nowadays, and it can be hard to figure out which one’s right for you—especially considering the price. Which iPad you want will depend on if you’re looking for something to read on, need a laptop replacement, or anything in between. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://bit.ly/3V7qwb4

The Best Practical Tech For College Students

College is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and it’s pretty dang expensive. So with any extra money you have, it’s important to spend it on worthwhile tech that’ll potentially last the entire time at college and not on gimmicky items that’ll break or be ignored after a few weeks. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://bit.ly/3u15zmh