Joe Maring
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Amazon is buying popular mesh Wi-Fi company Eero
By Joe Maring last updated
Eero makes routers for mesh Wi-Fi networks, and as of February 11, 2019, it's confirmed that Amazon is buying the company.
Fitbit Sense and Versa 3 unveiled with GPS, Google Assistant, and more
By Joe Maring last updated
Fitbit has a couple of new smartwatches in town, and they look to be the most impressive yet. Here's a quick look at what you get with the Fitbit Sense and Versa 3!
Yes, coronavirus can stick to your phone — here's how to sanitize it
By Joe Maring published
COVID-19 loves your phone — here's how to break the two up.
MWC 2020 has officially been canceled as a result of ongoing Coronavirus
By Joe Maring last updated
Mobile World Congress, the largest trade show for mobile tech, is canceled for 2020. Due to rising concerns regarding Coronavirus, it's become "impossible" for the event to go on.
How to clean your earbuds
By Joe Maring published
No one likes a pair of dirty earbuds. Whether you have old-fashioned wired buds or are living that true wireless life, here's how to clean your earbuds and get rid of pesky germs/earwax.
How to clean and sanitize your headphones
By Joe Maring published
Dirty headphones are never any fun. Keep the music bopping with these tips to ensure your headphones stay as clean as can be!
How to switch from Disney+ to the Disney+ bundle with Hulu and ESPN+
By Joe Maring last updated
Sign up for the regular Disney+ service but find yourself eyeing the bundle that includes Hulu and ESPN+? Here's how to switch over to it in the blink of an eye!
Google has officially purchased Fitbit for $2.1 billion
By Joe Maring published
Following a report from earlier this week, it's now been confirmed that Google has acquired Fitbit for a total of $2.1 billion.
Jack Dorsey, Twitter's CEO, had his account hacked
By Joe Maring published
On August 30, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey’s had his account compromised — resulting in a slew of racist tweets to be sent out to his 4.2 million followers.
The Fitbit Versa 2 is its most refined smartwatch yet, but $10/month Fitbit Premium service is more interesting
By Joe Maring published
At its fall hardware event in New York City, Fitbit unveiled its new Versa 2 smartwatch, $10/month Premium fitness/coaching subscription, and a more affordable version of its Aria smart scale.
Facebook has been using contractors to transcribe Messenger voice chats
By Joe Maring last updated
Another day, another privacy scandal. This time, Facebook is coming under fire for using third parties to transcribe Facebook Messenger audio conversations.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 855 Plus aims to be the ultimate gaming processor
By Joe Maring published
Around six months into its life cycle, the Snapdragon 855 is getting a sequel in the form of the Snapdragon 855 Plus — offering big improvements for gaming.
PSA: Twitter is down for a lot of people right now
By Joe Maring published
Around 2:50 PM ET, Twitter became inaccessible for people all across the world.
Facebook Messenger getting a desktop app, end-to-end encryption, and more
By Joe Maring published
Ahead of its F8 developer conference, Facebook announced new features coming to Messenger — including a desktop app, end-to-end encryption, shared video watching, and more.
Sonos and IKEA created a table lamp that doubles as a speaker
By Joe Maring published
Sonos and IKEA have teamed up to create new a bookshelf and table lamp that both double as connected Sonos speakers.
Smart Home Gift Guide
By Joe Maring last updated
This selection of smart home gifts is perfect for beginners looking to ease into the world of smart products.
Fitbit Versa Lite review: A great standard for cheap smartwatches
By Joe Maring published
The Fitbit Versa Lite skips out on a few features to reach its enticing $160 price tag, but the overall experience is one I thoroughly enjoy.
Fitbit's new Versa and Inspire fitness trackers are better and cheaper than you'd expect
By Joe Maring published
New year, new Fitbits! Fitbit recently announced four new trackers, including the Versa Lite Edition, Inspire/Inspire HR, and Ace 2. Here’s everything you need to know.
Fitbit Versa 2 reportedly leaked in new renders
By Joe Maring published
Thanks to a batch of new renders, we have our first look at what appears to be the Fitbit Versa 2.
Ring employees may have been spying on your security cameras and doorbells
By Joe Maring last updated
According to a new report, Ring has been giving some of its Ukraine employees unfiltered access to its customers' smart cameras and doorbells.
Marriott November 2018 data breach: Everything you need to know
By Joe Maring published
Marriott experienced a data breach that exposed personal information for more than 500 million customers. Here's what you need to know.
Multiplayer lightsaber battles come to Star Wars: Jedi Challenges
By Joe Maring last updated
The second big expansion for Star Wars: Jedi Challenges adds something we've been waiting patiently for – multiplayer lightsaber fights!
Amazon accidentally exposed people's email addresses on its website
By Joe Maring published
Thanks to a "technical error", an unknown number of customers had their email addresses exposed on Amazon's website.
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