Columbus, OH

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Internet-connected security cameras can do much more than protect your home. With motion detection and AI smarts, these gadgets can act as triggers to kick off actions from other devices like smart lights and sprinkler systems.

5 thing you didn't know you could do with your home security camera

The US Sun

A SAMSUNG security update that fixes nearly 60 cyber flaws has been rolled out to even more Android devices. It is now available on 20 Galaxy phones, and several tablets. The July 2024 security patch, dubbed One UI 6.1.1, several backdoor routes that hackers can use to steal people’s data. It fixes 58 vulnerabilities, including […]

Samsung reveals latest Android phone to receive free upgrade this month – see full list of eligible handsets

Wireless internet connections are convenient, but they're also notoriously unreliable. Nothing proves that point more emphatically than a glitchy video conference call, especially if it's tied to a crucial business meeting. The solution, of course, is to run a wired network connection to your home office. Wi-Fi is great for...

Wi-Fi problems? Add a wired network to your home without Ethernet cable - here's how

The Made by Google event on Tuesday showcased the company's latest products, including four new smartphones in the Pixel 9 series: the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold. These smartphones range in price from $799 to $1,799, but if you preorder...

Get a free gift card when you buy a Google Pixel 9 phone at Best Buy or Amazon

Google just announced a new weather app, exclusively for its newly announced line of Pixel devices. The app uses generative AI to quickly summarize weather reports. It’s also fully customizable, so you can prioritize the information that matters to you the most. The new Pixel Weather app, available in...

Google Finally Made a Weather App for Android

The AstroAI L4 is available from Amazon for the discounted price of $56 (remember to click the 30% off coupon). It's portable, has an excellent runtime, and is very powerful and easy to use. The supplied hose is a bit on the short side, and there is no way to...

One of the most reliable power banks I've tested can even inflate car tires

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

I've been using Google Workspace for a very, very, very long time. In fact, I've had a Google account long enough that I had to beg, borrow, and steal for an invite to get into the beta program of Google's service. Over the years, I've watched Google's offerings grow and...

Looking for a Google Workspace alternative? OnlyOffice DocSpace is ready for the job

Google's annual hardware event is here, and the new Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 promise improvements to battery life, comfort, and more. But Google is following on the heels of Samsung, which just released a new generation of its premium earbuds. With so many options, choosing which earbuds are best for you may be hard.

Pixel Buds Pro 2 vs. Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: Which premium earbud is best for Android users?

LG's new CineBeam Q projector is a compact, premium 4K projector on sale for $999 ($300 off the regular price). Its auto keystone screen adjustment, vivid projection, and portability make it a top-tier projector. However, the CineBeam Q is expensive and requires an external speaker to really feel cinematic. Projectors...

This tiny projector turned our movie nights into a cinematic event (and it's on sale)

Elon Musk was an OpenAI investor when the company was founded in 2015, but he has since not only severed ties with the company but also criticized its approach to political correctness and safety. As a result, Musk launched his own AI chatbot, Grok, which just got a pretty big upgrade.

Grok gets an impressive upgrade - and unchecked AI image generation apparently

Los Angeles, CA

L.A. TACO

L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Some time ago, I denounced my love for the Pixel phones. That was challenging since I've had one since the beginning. But, as Google made its plans clear that the Pixel 9 line of phones would be all about AI, I decided I'd had enough. Also: Everything announced at Made...

I was ready to ditch Pixel phones for Nothing: 5 reasons why I changed my mind

This year's Made by Google event had some gorgeous devices and a few awe-inspiring features. The new Google Pixel Watch 3 was a notable upgrade from the previous model, giving many Pixel Watch users the features they'd wanted in previous generations. Also: Everything announced at Made by Google 2024: Pixel...

Google Pixel Watch 3 vs Pixel Watch 2: Should you upgrade?

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

In the realm of messaging apps and services, it's pretty easy to get lost in a sea of the same. Just about every service claims to be the most secure, the most user-friendly, and the most private. But are they… really?. The team behind a new messaging app/service reached...

This new fully encrypted messenger app is serious about privacy

Taking a screenshot on your Android phone is a quick and easy way to save what’s on your screen. Whether you want to remember a recipe, show a friend an error message, or keep a record of something important, knowing how to take a screenshot is very useful. This guide will walk you through the different methods to capture your screen on various Android devices, edit and share your screenshots, and even troubleshoot common issues.

How To Screenshot On Android

Cooking With Maryann

A good pizza sauce makes ALL the difference in the flavor and end result of your dish. Personally, I've not found any commercially processed pizza sauces that don't taste.... fake, so I made my own. I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes in a can as they tend to taste a bit metallic, but you use what you've got and it's 1000 times better than storebought. Fresh tomatoes are in season right now though, so if you can get them fresh, more power to ya!

10-Minute Pizza Sauce

At this year's Made by Google event, Google announced its latest hardware, including the Pixel 9 lineup. The smartphones are naturally loaded with new AI features, and -- as with Google's past launches -- some of the most standout features are related to photo editing. A great camera is only...

The best 3 Google AI photo editing features coming to Pixel phones

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TP-Link Tapo's new video doorbell with AI detection and no monthly fees is now $75 with this code

Tapo has released two new video doorbells, including the flagship Tapo D225, a dual-powered device that supports 24/7 continuous recording. Tapo, a smart home brand from...

TP-Link Tapo's new video doorbell with AI detection and no monthly fees is now $75 with this code

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