Author: Michael Comaous

ChatGPT is the most popular AI chatbot on the internet for good reason. Over the last three years, AI has changed the way we interact with the world around us, making it easier to do all kinds of things. Whether you’re planning a trip, trying to save money on groceries or you’re searching for specific information, AI has you covered.  While I’m a fan, I also know the limitations of ChatGPT, and you should too, whether you’re a newbie or an expert. It’s fun for trying new recipes, learning a foreign language or planning a vacation, but you don’t want to…

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Wondering which budget Samsung tablet to get right now? Well, the Galaxy Tab A9+ is a nice choice, but it doesn’t support the S Pen, which might be a drawback for some users. The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024), on the other hand, not only supports Samsung’s stylus but also comes with it right in the box. The best part? It’s 30% off at Amazon right now! 30% off the Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) $120 off (30%) The Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024) is a fantastic choice for users who like drawing on their tablet and appreciate PC-like productivity…

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Paying with a handwave once sounded like science fiction, but contactless palm recognition service Amazon One has already been used more than 8 million times, according to the company. That’s Amazon, though, which explains why it has been deployed in Amazon stores and more than 500 Whole Foods Market stores in the U.S., but only 150 third-party locations. Meanwhile, fintech startups like Latvia’s Handwave are stepping onto the field, aiming to provide third-party retailers with a similar but independent solution for faster checkout while leveraging the giant’s role in popularizing biometric payments in the West. (China has already begun adopting…

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Other Sex Toys We LikeLovense Osci 3 Photograph: LovenseWe test a lot of sex toys and accessories here at WIRED, and there isn’t enough room in one list for all of our favorite picks. There’s barely enough room on this list for all the toys we’d consider phenomenal, let alone the ones we consider the absolute best. So here are some other products that are great in their own right and worth checking out.Lovense Osci 3 Rabbit Vibrator for $114: Rabbit vibrators are often associated with vulvas because they simultaneously stimulate the G-spot and clitoris, but the flexibility of the…

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The Crosley C65 is a turntable and speakers for £289 / $299Switchable amp to use as a turntable with external componentsBluetooth headphones support tooCrosley has unleashed a new record player package, which includes speakers right in the box so you have everything you need to get started – like a more affordable version of the Pro-Ject colorful packages I wrote about a little while back. Despite being cheaper, the new C65 is a stylish-looking package that seems like it could make a good great first system, or a system for smaller spaces.The C65 is a belt-driven, retro-styled turntable that wouldn’t…

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ZDNET’s key takeaways These Moto Buds Loop earbuds are avaialble now on Amazon for $300. With plenty of bling factor, these earbuds don’t skimp on the sound You’ll definately want to use the app and the custom EQ option to get the best sound from these earbuds. I’ll be honest: when I first opened the box containing the Moto Buds Loop with Crystals by Swarovski®, I laughed. Why would anyone want earbuds (especially those designed for active lifestyles) that are encrusted with crystals?Also: One of the best pair of earbuds with high-quality sound I’ve tested are just $70But then I considered…

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After years of working out in the summer sun, I’ve become a connoisseur of sunscreens. I’ll wear this stick for my face, that cream on my hands for shorter runs, this spray for long trail runs—and that’s aside from slipping on a sun shirt to provide my primary upper-body protection. The exact formulation of each sunscreen matters, so let me tell you what to look for in order to be a discerning customer.Before we get into it, I want to make it clear that pretty much any sunscreen is better than no sunscreen, so don’t feel like you need to…

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CNET’s key takeaways This  solar-rechargeable power station is also a backpack that can carry my camping essentials. I was able to charge my laptop six to nine times, my phone 18 times and my drone five times in one charge cycle. The Bluetti Handfree 2 backpack costs $599 at full price, but it is often on sale for $450. It’s heavy. It weighs 16.5 pounds by itself before adding other gear. The Bluetti Handsfree 2 backpack, which is also a solar-rechargeable power station, is my new outdoor essential. This portable powerhouse lets me keep all my favorite electronics fully charged, even when I’m deep…

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It’s always a risk betting on new video game hardware from a little-known company: what if game developers never show up? But the $50 Thumby Color, on sale this week, is an easier sell — the two-inch handheld is cute as a button, fits on your keychain, and lets aspiring programmers build and publish games right on the web, and I’m finding it so much easier to play than the tinier $30 original!Here’s my video comparing the two and showing off playable takes on Tetris, Connect 4, Minesweeper, Doom, Bust-A-Move, 2048, and more, as well as a cool 3D-printed watch…

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LeapFrog has announced a new electronic learning system that swaps controllers for a camera. In fact, the LeapMove looks like an oversized, kid-friendly webcam, but is designed to connect to TVs like a console and get kids off the couch using educational games that require full-body movements to play. It’s reminiscent of the Xbox Kinect or the PlayStation 2’s EyeToy, but simpler and much cheaper than competitors’ products like the $249 Nex Playground.The LeapMove will be available through retailers including Target, Walmart, and Amazon for $69.99, and comes with 25 motion-based games designed for kids aged 4 to 7. It…

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