Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. Franken-PC: It's tempting to discard gadgets the moment they malfunction. Why bother fixing a broken device when you can just buy the latest model? But every now and then, someone sees the potential in repurposing damaged tech, restoring our faith in human ingenuity. That's exactly what YouTuber Eta Prime has done with a busted Steam Deck.

Busted Steam Deck reborn as surprisingly capable $100 mini gaming PC

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If you have an Android smartphone, one of the best investments you can make is in an Android-friendly smartwatch. These gadgets go way beyond displaying the time and date: Think communications, productivity, health, fitness and cutting-edge safety features. The latest smartwatches that run Google's WearOS now feature new AI functionality, making these watches smarter than ever.The latest smartwatches are not only feature-packed and durable, they're also highly customizable. All have interchangeable watchbands and customizable watch faces. Plus you can install a personalized selection of apps -- just like on a smartphone -- to make the watch yours and yours alone.Best Android...

The 7 best smartwatches for Android fans in 2024

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

The Doogee V Max Plus is available for $629 on Amazon. It's an exceptionally rugged phone with a strong case that protects the device from outdoor extremes, with a battery that lasts longer than you might think possible. The V Max Plus forgoes the usual Android App Drawer, the cameras...

The most rugged Android phone I've tested also has a week-long battery life

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Not all smartphones have to be complicated. Maybe you're one of the millions of people who have trouble seeing a display, interacting with buttons or hearing calls. Our in-house phone experts have rounded up some terrific smartphone options with larger buttons, easier navigation, better speakers and more features that are perfect for seniors -- or anybody who just wants a simpler smartphone.Even better: Many of these models are more affordable than a typical smartphone. Some have tech that makes them compatible with some hearing aids. And these phones allow users to create a favorites list of people they call the most. So you can...

The 7 best phones for seniors

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

It's not the latest model in this series, but the LG G3 OLED is an incredible television that has one of the best displays I've ever seen. The price tag may have been a little scary when it first came out, but you can now find it for $2,000 (Amazon says this is an $800 discount, while Best Buy says this is $300 off).

One of the best LG OLED TVs I've tested is now hundreds of dollars off, permanently

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For an average size space, a 75-inch TV is humungous. But, if you have a wall that's big enough, this size TV can provide a theater-like experience, especially when you combine the TV with a surround-sound system and maybe some smart lighting for added ambiance. A 75-inch or larger smart TV is perfect for watching blockbuster movies, live sports and all your favorite shows. And gaming comes with amazing visuals, too.Best 77-inch smart TV overall: LG OLED Evo G4 smart TV Best 75-inch smart TV for most households: Samsung's Frame TVBest budget smart 75-inch TV: Roku 75" Select Series 4KBest value smart...

The 8 best 75-inch TVs of 2024 let you skip the theater

The 50-inch Insignia F30 Series 4K TV is down to an extremely affordable price of $210 from Amazon, following a $90 discount on its original price of $300. You probably didn’t think that smart TV deals of this size could get this cheap, so here’s your chance to take advantage of an amazing offer. We’re pretty sure that this bargain will attract a lot of attention though, which means stocks are already in danger of running out. If you want to get this smart TV for this special price, you’re going to have to proceed with your purchase immediately.

Get a 50-inch 4K UHD smart TV for $210 — $90 off

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

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(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

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 Charging your phone might now seem like a simple and automatic part of your daily routine, but there’s more going on under the hood than you think.After all, one of the few drawbacks to our connected modern existence is we’re almost always monitoring the battery life of our phones – to make sure they don’t run out, and charging habits play a huge part in this. Here are some common mistakes you might be making…Modern phones almost exclusively use rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, and while these batteries have proven to be really size-efficient and adaptable, they still have some limitations....

The common mistakes we are all making when charging our phones

Samsung Messages has long been the text messaging app that comes on Samsung phones. Now, it's gone in favor of Google Messages. While Google Messages may be the better app, that doesn't mean this change is a good thing. In many ways, it's a step backward. RCS Was Supposed to...

Samsung Messages Is Dead, and That’s Not Good for Android

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The chances for the tropical wave in the Atlantic developing have now risen to 80% over the next seven days. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has advised that this disturbance could become the next tropical storm or hurricane within the coming days, potentially targeting the U.S. East Coast.

Tropical Wave That Could Impact Georgia Now Has 80% Chance of Development

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

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Horoscope of the Day, Monday, August 12th

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?

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for August 11 (#426)

Can you believe the Pixel 8 Pro is already about to be replaced? It's barely been 10 months since this thing launched, but already Google is showing off the Pixel 9 series as part of an earlier-than-usual refresh for its flagship smartphone.

Google Pixel 8 Pro 10 Months On: Wait for Pixel 9?

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This Gaming Chair Is Top-Notch Despite a Few Flaws

The Corsair TC500 Luxe gaming chair focuses on comfort with firm cushioning and versatile adjustments for gaming or work. Unique features like magnetic headrest pillow and...

This Gaming Chair Is Top-Notch Despite a Few Flaws

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