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Rivian's Best Accessories Removed From Online Store, for Now

Three of the most highly anticipated Rivian R1T accessories have been removed from Rivian’s online gear shop. Those are the awesome-looking Camp Kitchen, Gear Tunnel Shuttle, and roof-top tent. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/149812/rivians-best-accessories-removed-from-online-store-for-now/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Can You Use Triple Sec Instead of Cointreau?

If you didn’t already know triple sec and Cointreau are orange-flavored liqueurs. But sometimes, you’ll see cocktail recipes call for one instead of the other. So are triple sec and Cointreau the same? Read This Article on LifeSavvy › https://www.lifesavvy.com/164476/can-you-use-triple-sec-instead-of-cointreau/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

What’s New in Fedora 38

The Fedora 38 beta is out for review. Ahead of the actual release date for the final version, April 18, 2023, we took the beta for a spin to see what’s new in this Linux distribution’s latest release. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/881956/whats-new-in-fedora-38/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

OneWeb Completes Global Satellite Broadband Fleet, Rivaling Starlink

After launching 36 satellites on March 26th, OneWeb’s satellite constellation is finally large enough to service a global market. OneWeb now has a total of 618 satellites in low Earth orbit, with several backup satellites scheduled to deploy in May and June. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/149588/oneweb-completes-global-satellite-broadband-fleet-rivaling-starlink/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Why You Should Use a Password Manager, and How to Get Started

The majority of people use very weak passwords and reuse them on different websites. How are you supposed to use strong, unique passwords on all the websites you use? The solution is a password manager. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/141500/why-you-should-use-a-password-manager-and-how-to-get-started/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Update Your PC Now to Fix Snipping Tool’s Security Flaw

Previously, we reported that thanks to an unpatched vulnerability existing in Windows 11’s Snipping Tool program, you could un-crop images and recover sensitive data from them. Thankfully, that’s over now, as Microsoft has released a fix. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/881730/update-your-pc-now-to-fix-snipping-tools-security-flaw/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Clear Google Search History

Google knows a lot about you based on your search history. That’s the point of Google Search, to learn about people and serve them relevant advertising. Fortunately, Google offers tools to allow you to remove that knowledge at your leisure. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/208751/how-to-delete-your-google-search-history/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Sign Documents Online With SIGN.PLUS

The 21st century favors fast-moving, efficient applications that keep daily workflows moving. In a business setting where signatures are frequent, a service like SIGN.PLUS—which offers fast, secure, and trackable signing—can help minimize the pain points of cumbersome document management. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/879998/how-to-sign-documents-online-with-sign.plus/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

What Should I Set the Allocation Unit Size to When Formatting?

When you format a new storage device, be it an internal solid-state drive or an external flash drive, you can pick the file system you want to use and the allocation unit size. But what is the allocation file unit size, and what does it do? Here’s everything you need to know. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/136078/what-should-i-set-the-allocation-unit-size-to-when-formatting/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Enable .NET Framework 2.0 and 3.5 in Windows 11

If you’re having trouble launching certain apps on your Windows 11 PC, your system may not have the required .NET Framework versions installed. It’s easy to install .NET Framework version 2.0 and 3.5 to fix your app issues. Here’s how to do just that. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/880208/how-to-enable-net-framework-2-0-and-3-5-in-windows-11/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Ford Teases Its Next-Gen "Project T3" Electric Truck

We recently learned that Ford’s Model-e division responsible for the Mustang Mach-E and F-150 Lightning is on track to lose $3 billion in 2023, but that hasn’t stopped the Detroit automaker from forging ahead. The company is now teasing its next electric truck, called Project T3. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/149289/ford-teases-its-next-gen-project-t3-electric-truck/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Aqara's Powerful Doorbell Facial Recognition Skips the Cloud

Available today for $120, the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 offers advanced facial recognition features that are processed locally, plus the ability to store local video on a microSD, NAS device, or iCloud account. In theory, this should improve security while eliminating the need for a subscription. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/149091/aqaras-powerful-doorbell-facial-recognition-skips-the-cloud/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

This AI Creates Video Out of Your Words

It should be obvious to anyone following generative AI news that the new technology is quickly becoming ubiquitous. Last year, AI image generators took the world by storm, and near the end of 2022, ChatGPT captured the public imagination. Now, a few weeks into 2023, text-to-video AI is almost here. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/148743/this-ai-creates-video-out-of-your-words/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

FuboTV Rebrands as Fubo With the Help of Ryan Reynolds

Today the popular streaming service FuboTV, which focuses on sports streaming, announced a rebranding and visual overhaul with the help of Ryan Reynolds’s Maximum Effort Productions company and a few other big-name celebrities. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/148797/fubotv-rebrands-as-fubo-with-the-help-of-ryan-reynolds/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Build a Fast Online Store With Nexcess Managed WooCommerce

Ecommerce is a multi-million dollar industry that’s poised to grow as physical retailers struggle to keep their doors open, and consumer trust in big brands wanes. If you want your online shop to be part of the small business renaissance, Nexcess Managed WooCommerce is a fast, efficient, and reliable tool to elevate the digital shopping experience. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/878742/how-to-build-a-fast-online-store-with-nexcess-managed-woocommerce/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Play Xbox Games on Your PC

You can now play many Xbox games on your PC without owning an Xbox console. All you need is the Xbox app and an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. You can also buy some Xbox apps that have been ported to PC—or try an emulator. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/878312/how-to-play-xbox-games-on-your-pc/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Why EVs Still Have a 12V Battery

Your fancy new electric vehicle or PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) runs on massive lithium-ion battery packs and electric motors. However, if you look around, you’ll still find your typical 12V car battery or a lead-acid battery. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/146674/why-evs-still-have-a-12v-battery/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

IKEA's New Shower Speaker Is Just $15

Available today for just $15, the IKEA VAPPEBY portable Bluetooth speaker features a compact and waterproof design, plus an 80-hour battery life. It’s the most affordable Bluetooth shower speaker you’ll find from a reputable brand, and you can pair two together for stereo sound. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/148520/ikeas-new-shower-speaker-is-just-15/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

VW ID.2 Unveiled as a Highly Affordable EV for All

Electric vehicles are still too expensive, but that could be changing soon. For months we’ve been hearing about a compact EV from Tesla, targeting a $25,000 price tag, but this week Volkswagen beat them to the punch. This is the affordable new VW ID.2 concept. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/148511/vw-id-2-unveiled-as-a-highly-affordable-ev-for-all/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Print a Text Message Conversation

While there are ways to back up text messages, sometimes a paper copy is needed. We’ll show you how to print out text message conversations from iPhone and Android, so you’ll have a physical copy for court or personal records. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/269206/how-to-print-a-text-message-conversation/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Supercharge Your iPhone With a Free Trial of Setapp, Plus More Deals

Spring is just days away, and we’re ready to leave the cold weather behind with a fresh batch of hot new deals. This week, you can get a free trial of Setapp with access to 240+ powerful apps for iPhone, Mac, and iPad, plus all-time-low discounts on AirPods Pro, Samsung T7 SSDs, and more. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/879255/supercharge-your-iphone-with-a-free-trial-of-setapp-plus-more-deals/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Fitbit's Extended Health Metrics Are Now Available for Free

Available within the Fitbit app, the Health Metrics Dashboard allows you to see long-term trends or changes in your health data. It’s an essential feature, but if you’re a free user, the Health Metrics Dashboard only lets you see a week’s worth of data. Thankfully, that’s changing. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/148212/fitbits-extended-health-metrics-are-now-available-for-free/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The Best Ways to Keep Your Phone Germ-Free (Without UV)

We’ve said it once and still stand by our statement: UV phone sanitizers aren’t the best way to get your phone clean. If these cleaning gadgets aren’t the best way to keep your phone germ-free, what is? Read on to see our tips and product recommendations to keep your device clean so that you stay healthy. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/146937/best-ways-to-keep-your-phone-germ-free-without-uv/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Pixel 7a Specs and Photos Leak Ahead of Release

A new set of Pixel 7a leaks gives us our best look yet at Google’s unreleased budget phone while sharing key details about some upgraded specs and features. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/148089/pixel-7a-specs-and-photos-leak-ahead-of-release/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The 7 Best Ceiling Speakers

The best ceiling speakers can complement your home theater to produce true surround sound in your sitting room, just like in the cinema. And if you’re an audiophile, you probably also want the same, or similar ambiance replicated all over your living space, including your bathroom and kitchen area. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/135171/the-best-ceiling-speakers/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The Best Stud Finders of 2023

Finding the stud is the most important aspect of mounting a TV, hanging a floating shelf, or a piece of artwork. To do so, you can either choose to play the guessing game or go get yourself a big ol’ stud finder. If you chose the latter, make sure to buy only the best stud finders. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/142002/best-stud-finders/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The Best VR Headsets of 2023

Virtual reality prices are down, and the quality of games is up, so it’s a great time to jump in if you’ve been holding off on taking the plunge. While we aren’t quite in The Matrix yet, modern VR headsets are shockingly good. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/754839/best-vr-headset/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The Next HomePod Could Rival Amazon's Echo Show

It’s been five years since Apple debuted the HomePod, a smart home speaker with impressive specs that didn’t sell very well. The company discontinued the original HomePod in 2021 in favor of the HomePod Mini and a second generation in 2023. But now it seems the device may get something new. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/147994/the-next-homepod-could-rival-amazons-echo-show/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The First Android Clone of Apple’s Dynamic Island is Here

We knew it was going to happen. It wasn’t a question of if, but when, an Android OEM would copy Apple’s Dynamic Island, introduced with the iPhone 14 Pro. Six months later, the first shameless clone is here. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/878138/the-first-android-clone-of-apples-dynamic-island-is-here/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Save 30% On Liberty Tax’s Online Tax Preparation Services

Tax season is here, and it’s time to start thinking about how to get your return filed easily and accurately. If you’re looking for an efficient tax preparation provider, Liberty Tax can help. Their services are convenient and affordable, and they’re currently offering an exclusive discount for How-To Geek readers. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/874926/save-30-on-liberty-taxs-online-tax-preparation-services/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Enable Dark Mode on Google Calendar (Even the Website)

Turning on dark mode in Google Calendar’s Android and iPhone apps is a built-in option, but it isn’t so simple on the Google Calendar website. We have some workarounds, though, so you can use dark mode on Google Calendar on any platform. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/875999/how-to-enable-dark-mode-on-google-calendar-even-the-website/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Why You Should Line Drawers with Aluminum Foil

Most people have aluminum foil in their homes and use it for all the usual stuff—like wrapping leftovers and cooking a baked potato. But there’s one use for aluminum foil you might not expect. Read This Article on LifeSavvy › https://www.lifesavvy.com/163060/why-you-should-line-drawers-with-aluminum-foil/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

This Gaming Monitor Improves Your Wi-Fi Signal

Wired internet offers the fastest and most reliable connection for PC gamers. But some gamers are stuck with Wi-Fi. That’s why ASRock’s PG34WQ15R3A monitor has an integrated 7dBi Wi-Fi antenna—it lets you bypass your Wi-Fi card’s crappy antenna for a speedier, more stable connection. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/147521/this-gaming-monitor-improves-your-wi-fi-signal/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Audible and Beyond: A Guide to the Best Audiobook Services

There’s more than one way to enjoy a good book. You can read it in the form of an eBook on a Kindle or take it in the good old fashioned way as a physical book. However, these options don’t always work. The good news is that audiobooks exist, and there is no storage of amazing audiobook services to help you enjoy them. Read This Article on Review Geek › https://www.reviewgeek.com/143900/audible-and-beyond-a-guide-to-the-best-audiobook-services/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Watch UFC 285 Jones vs. Gane Live Online

Two major titles are on the line at UFC 285, broadcast from Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena on March 4, 2023, at 10 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. PT. Here’s how and where to stream it live. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/876798/how-to-watch-ufc-285-jones-vs-gane-live-online/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Google Chrome Is Testing a Notes Feature

Google is always working on new features for the Chrome browser, like the recent battery life improvements. Soon, you might be able to save notes about pages right in the browser. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/876939/google-chrome-is-testing-a-notes-feature/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

How to Enable or Disable Memory Compression in Windows 11

Using Windows 11’s memory compression feature, you can get your PC’s RAM to store more data than its original capacity. This allows your PC to read data faster, improving your overall experience. We’ll show you how to enable and disable memory compression on your computer. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/874099/how-to-enable-or-disable-memory-compression-in-windows-11/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Store More on Your PC With a 4TB External Hard Drive for $99.99

Whether you’re constantly running out of storage, need a backup drive, or transport files between workstations, the WD Easystore 4TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive is a reliable solution. You can upgrade your storage with this external, compact HDD for $99.99 ($20 off) until March 2. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/876271/store-more-on-your-pc-with-a-4tb-external-hard-drive-for-99.99/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Game Anywhere on the Slim Alienware x14 Laptop for $400 Off

It’s possible to take your favorite AAA and indie games virtually anywhere with Alienware’s x14 R1 14 Inch Gaming Laptop. Available until March 2 for $1,499.99 ($400 off), the x14 R1 is a slimline portable gaming station powered by Intel’s 12th Generation i7 processor and top-of-the-line components. Read This Article on How-To Geek › https://www.howtogeek.com/875867/game-anywhere-on-the-slim-alienware-x14-laptop-for-400-off/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger