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Summary TheMotorola Razr+ (2024)folding phone is great in nearly every way, from form to function, and it undercuts similar phones in price to make it a fantastic deal. Its compact fold can be so useful that I think that Apple (and Google) should be going in on flip-style folding phones, too. Motorola Razr+ (2024) The Motorola Razr+ powered gives you new ways to interact, capture, and create. Featuring the largest, most intelligent external display of any flip phone, you can do it all without flipping the phone open....

Ups and downs are sure to follow any product line as it progresses, with OnePlus’ series of smartwatches being no exception. What’s a bit more surprising is that theOnePlus Watch 2Rmanages to hit a sweet spot that provides both ups and downs compared to its predecessor. OnePlus Watch 2R The OnePlus Watch 2R is lighter and less expensive than its predecessor, while still feeling like an overall improvement. Price and Availability Shopping for a OnePlus Watch 2R through the official OnePlus places it somewhere in the middle of the smartwatch pricing mush....

Quick Links Right now, the entire consumer tech world is laser-focused on AI. But before the AI era, phone makers were in their chaotic phase, throwing wild ideas into devices just to see what might work. The results? Holograms, radiation sensors, concierge buttons, and other features that were either ahead of their time… or just plain bizarre. So let’s take a look back at 10 of the strangest, most off-the-wall features ever crammed into a phone....

Quick Links Sharing an Excel file properly is just as important as creating it professionally. That’s why I always review the file’s formatting, correct any errors, back it up, and apply password protection before sharing it. Here’s a checklist of everything I do before sending my file to colleagues or clients. 1Remove Unnecessary Data to Clean the Spreadsheet Before sharing an Excel spreadsheet, one of the first things I do is tidy it up tomake it easier for the recipient to navigate....

Summary The concept of “smart glasses” burst into the mainstream with Google Glass in 2013. Since then, there have been numerous iterations of glasses with augmented reality, heads-up displays, AI, and social media connections. While cool, none of those features give me what I really want: a camera on my face. Why a Camera on Your Face? First of all, I should probably explain why I want a camera on my face....

Spotify just dropped the news that it’s hiking its premium subscription prices outside the United States. While it has not been confirmed exactly what countries are impacted, regions like Europe, South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and the Asia-Pacific are on the list. Spotify announced that customers can expect to see an email detailing their specific new price plan hitting their inboxes over the next month. While the exact prices will vary by country, Spotify gave a little heads-up with a sample email showing an increase of €1 per month, pushingthe subscription costto €11....

Early Prime deals are floating around everywhere, and that means you can score big discounts on the latest tech gear right now. We’re seeing huge savings on the Apple Watch, smart home security cameras, phones, speakers, and other gadgets. For example, JBL’s stunning Bar 700 series detachable soundbar and sub is nearly 40% off, or you can get a Pixel 8a at a $100 discount. Below is a collection of the best tech deals available this week....

Read update Whether you’re streaming on Twitch or shooting a short film for YouTube, boom mics are ultra useful. Finding the right one for you may be tough, which is why we’ve done the hard work for you already. UPDATE: 26-05-2025 We’ve reviewed our recommendations and these are still the best boom mics you can buy. Rode PSA1 What to Look For in a Boom Mic in 2024 The term “boom mic” can mean different things, so first, let’s clarify what exactly we’re talking about....

Curved monitors enhance your overall viewing experience, particularly if you like sitting close to the screen. If you’re in the market for a monitor upgrade, our handpicked recommendations can help. Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 What to Look for in a Curved Monitor There areseveral benefitsto using a curved monitor. They not only offer a more immersive experience than a flat-screen monitor, but they can also reduce eye strain and bring more screen real estate into your field of view....

Hybrid carsaren’t exactly new, but they’ve never been more relevant. As fullEVsdivide automakers, hybrids are quietly thriving—and they’re showing up in everything from tiny city cars to rugged crossovers. Japanese brands, in particular, are leading the charge.Their hybrids aren’t just reliable—they’re constantly improving, with both returning favorites and bold new models entering the mix. Iffuel efficiencyis high on your wish list, these 10 Japanese hybrids are the ones to watch....

Quick Links Partly owing to a lack of serious competitors in the Android space, Apple reached the top of the tablet game with the iPad lineup. As we stand, though, there are way too manyiPadson the market — and users are confused. 2022’s New iPads Make Things Extra Complicated Appleunveiledtwo brand-new iPads in 2022 — the 10th generation iPad and a new,Apple M2-powered iPad Pro. However, they were just the newest members in a lineup that has been getting increasingly confusing over time....

When I’m watching movies and TV shows, there’s a trope that never fails to get me sweating. Despite the stress it gives me, it’s not a horror movie trope, or at least it’s not limited to horror movies. Most recently I saw it in an episode ofBetter Call Saul. It’s the moment where a person is using a laptop at home, often in bed or on a couch. They put their laptop either directly on the mattress or cushion, or sometimes propped up on a pillow....

Quick Links Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn’t—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they’re usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we’ve got you covered. What Is Connections? Connections is a game from the New York Times. The objective is simple: sort 16 words into groups of 4....