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Switch 2 microSD Express cards: where to snag the right on
The Nintendo Switch 2 is here, and so you might be in the market for a microSD card to store more games. While all microSD cards look the same, only microSD Express cards will work on the Switch 2 for storing and playing games. The card you used in your original Switch or Switch Lite will only offer very limited…
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What is a bait and switch scam? How to spot and avoid them
What is a bait and switch scam, and what are the signs of one? It all starts with a tempting offer, a cheap laptop, a freebie in an ad, or a major discount. But once you’re drawn in, the deal disappears, and you’re led to a worse or pricier option. It’s not just deceptive; it’s illegal. These scams often appear…
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How to set up a DIY torrent VPN kill switch
Torrenting is a great way to download and share large files efficiently. The trouble is that torrenting is built on peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing, which means your IP address is visible to every user in the swarm. This runs the risk of privacy breaches and legal trouble in countries with strict copyright laws and aggressive enforcement. You might already have…
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I Tried 3D Printing Switch 2 Mouse Attachments—And The Results Are Surprising!
The Switch 2 has a number of tricks up its sleeve compared to the original, and one of the most surprising is the ability to convert those new Joy Cons into mice by simply flipping the controller on its side. This is pretty OK in a pinch when you’re out and about, but it’s not great at all when you’re…
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No smart watch could make me switch from Oura — here’s why
I have tracked fitness metrics for years and have used my fair share of the best fitness trackers from Apple Watches, Fitbits and now the Oura Ring. I went in skeptical when I first got the ring six months ago because I just didn’t know what to expect. But I can say with absolute certainty this is the best purchase…
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You Might Need to Change Your Switch 2’s HDR Settings
If you have a Switch 2, you might remember configuring the HDR setting during the initial setup process. It’s a big new feature for the Switch 2, as many modern games take advantage of HDR to increase the contrast of their visuals. When configured correctly, HDR games can look great. Unfortunately, it seems the Switch 2 is quite difficult to…
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Hackers switch to targeting U.S. insurance companies
Threat intelligence researchers are warning of hackers breaching multiple U.S. companies in the insurance industry using all the tactics observed with Scattered Spider activity. Typically, the threat group has a sector-by-sector focus. Previously, they targeted retail organizations in the United Kingdom and then switched to targets in the same sector in the United States. “Google Threat Intelligence Group is now…
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The Dia browser hopes you’ll switch for an AI chatbot
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 87, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, happy It’s Officially Too Hot Now Week, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve been reading about Sabrina Carpenter and Khaby Lame and intimacy coordinators, finally making a…
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Nintendo Switch 2 review: exactly good enough
The first Switch was such a hit that Nintendo decided not to mess with a good thing. Instead of releasing a successor that feels like a generational leap or a pivot in a new direction, it’s following up the hugely successful original with the Switch 2 — a welcome upgrade that largely sticks to the formula. It looks about the…
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Why I Would Choose a Steam Deck Over a Nintendo Switch 2
We may earn a commission from links on this page. After spending about a week with the Nintendo Switch 2, I have to admit that it’s a good console. It’s priced fairly for its sleek form factor and the performance it offers, and it sets Nintendo up to stay relevant while gaming graphics only continue to get more complex. And…
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