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You probably already know about Roku streaming sticks. But did you know you can get a high-end smart TV actually designed and manufactured by Roku? The main reason to do this can be summed up in two words: simplicity and value.The company's higher-end, 2024 Roku Pro Series smart TV offers the same features you'd find in much more expensive TVs, but in this case, you get a 4K resolution TV with a 120Hz refresh rate and a stunning QLED display for under $1,200. Intrigued? Well, so was I. The folks at Roku sent a review unit of its 65-inch Pro Series...

Roku 65" Pro Series smart TV review: Great value, low price

The US Sun

AMAZON Alexa experienced an outage as hundreds struggled to access the service on Tuesday evening. Over 300 Amazon Alexa users reported issues with the personal assistant application just before 8;15 pm EST, according to Downdetector. Around half of the reported problems were associated with Alexa’s ability to connect. Alexa users took out their frustrations on […]

Amazon Alexa down updates – Voice assistant faces outage as users get ‘can’t do that’ message when trying to play music

High-tech specs, more commonly known as smart glasses, pack in features like cameras, speakers, and batteries into sleek, slimline frames. These wearable tech devices provide a variety of cutting-edge features, from augmented virtual displays to hands-free communication. What to Consider When Buying Smart Glasses in 2024. Smart glasses are an...

The Best Smart Glasses of 2024

A new way to "universal search." The Google app could be getting a new universal search feature that will allow contacts, apps, and device settings to appear within search results. This new feature should be independent of the Pixel Launcher and available on all Android devices. Users will get the...

Google app can now show contacts, apps, and device settings in search (APK Teardown)

Starting next month, Google will require apps on the Play Store to provide a “stable, engaging, responsive user experience.” If they don’t, the company plans to eventually remove those apps from the store. This policy is part of Google’s latest spam policy update and is designed to...

Google is getting ready to remove lots of Android apps from the Play Store

Money

If you’re looking to install a security camera in your home, you may be overwhelmed by the number of options on the market. Prioritizing your security needs while staying within your budget will be your main concern when deciding what to buy. Are you looking to invest in a...

4 Things to Know About Buying a Home Security Camera

TechRadar

TCL has just delivered a big present to Roku devices and TCL TVs that use the Roku OS. It's replacing the existing TCL app with a brand-new app called TCLtv Plus that will give you access to more than 350 ad-supported streaming channels.That's a big upgrade for a lot of people: TCL has been collaborating with Roku for over a decade now, so there are millions of TVs out there running the Roku OS.According to Mark Zhang, president of TCL North America, "Our partnership with Roku firmly establishes TCLtv Plus as a powerful force in the streaming ecosystem". So what...

Roku fans just got 350 new, free streaming channels thanks to TCL

Florida State

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Wow, that's a tough situation for UKG employees in Florida. Imagine gearing up for a holiday weekend and then getting blindsided with news of massive layoffs. It's not just the number—2,200 employees, which is 14% of their workforce—but also how abruptly it was done, right before the Fourth of July.

Thousands of workers in Florida laid off by a major company

Chicago, IL

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?

Whether you are a movie buff looking for a cinematic experience, a gamer demanding responsive gameplay, or someone needing a TV for general entertainment, there is a wide array of excellent TVs on the market. What to Look For in a TV in 2024. A TV purchase can be tricky...

The Best TVs of 2024

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Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Claudia Lamascolo

Here is a cookie from my childhood that Mom always had in the cookie jar. Peanut butter cookies were an easy favorite, and we just loved helping her make them they were super easy.

4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookie Recipe

Birmingham, AL

Valrico, FL

In a recent announcement, The Fresh Market, a beloved grocery chain in Florida, is bidding farewell to its Valrico location. The store, located in one of the fastest-growing areas of the U.S., has cited uncontrollable inflation as a driving force behind its closure, echoing broader economic challenges impacting even higher-end retailers.

A grocery chain in Florida is unexpectedly closing down

Denver, CO

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Are you getting yourself a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6? Might as well get a free $250 Best Buy gift card, while you're at it!. Are you thinking of getting a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6? Amazon has been offering a $200 gift card when you purchase one, but Best Buy is one-upping that offer right now. If you buy a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 from Best Buy, the retailer will throw in a $250 gift card for free! This means you would get a value of $1,350 for just $1,100.

Get a free $250 gift card with your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Is your smart TV acting not-so-smart? Does it exhibit lag in sequences or a slow response to your remote control? You aren't the only one who's experienced the frustration of watching a juddering screen or disconcerting digital hang-ups. Also: I changed these 5 TV settings to cut down my electricity...

TV running slow? Changing these 6 settings can instantly speed up performance

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

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Have you bought any Matter-compatible smart home devices?

2022 was a big year for tech. We saw ChatGPT make its public debut, Elon Musk completed his takeover of Twitter, and Google announced plans to...

Have you bought any Matter-compatible smart home devices?

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