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Clickbait, vaporware, smoke and mirrors or outright fraud. The cake was, in fact, a lie. The “best” of 2016, for a certain value of “best.” The post Vaporware: 2016’s wall of shame appeared first on ExtremeTech.

Well, that’s not good. The Google Pixel and Nexus 6P are both suffering shutdown problems when the battery level reaches roughly 30%. The post Some Google Nexus and Pixel devices are shutting down before the battery is drained appeared first … Continue reading →

When Apple announced its totally wireless AirPods, the only question on my mind was: Will those things survive a run? It seemed impossible. I can barely get a pair of high-end Bluetooth buds with foam or silicone tips to fit … Continue reading →

Cutting the cable TV cord was a lot more challenging when I started writing a column about it more than two years ago. Most decent streaming devices cost $100 or more, and there was no way to get certain channels … Continue reading →

Windows 10 is getting a new Game Mode in its upcoming Redstone 2 update, but Microsoft is keeping quiet about what the new mode means or offers for PC gamers. The post Windows 10 may get new dedicated gaming mode … Continue reading →

It can be hard to sort through all the options available for home security cameras. We’ve rounded up some of the leaders in each segment to give you a starting point to choosing one. The post Choosing a security camera: … Continue reading →

If you’re interested in learning how to program, you won’t want to miss this awesome package on StackSocial. Simply pay more than the average price for the bundle, and you’ll get ten online courses that are designed to make just … Continue reading →

Facebook’s first foray into political censorship must err on the side of falsehood, or it will steer us toward ignorance, censorship, and even higher levels of polarization. The post Facebook’s censorship regime is a dangerous gamble appeared first on ExtremeTech.

Straight outta sci-fi: these beauty shots from all over space offer a startling, spectacular look into the cosmos. Watch the universe at work, from our own lonely planet to the deepest image of the Orion Nebula ever captured. The post … Continue reading →

Home security systems, whether DIY or professionally installed, come in two basic flavors: Professionally monitored systems that can contact emergency responders on your behalf, but that come with contracts and monthly service fees; and self-monitored systems you pay for just … Continue reading →