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The Best Looking LCD Monitor I’ve Tested
Summary Dell’s IPS Black technology gives this monitor exceptional contrast and color. Features an integrated Thunderbolt 4 hub for versatile connectivity. No built-in speakers or webcam, and the included video cables are too short. I’ve been eyeing OLED computer monitors for a long time, but Dell just convinced me to stick with LCD. The company’s new UltraSharp 4K Thunderbolt Hub…
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We Tested the Squatty Potty and Other Footstools for Your Toilet
There are a bunch of reasons why someone might be constipated, either chronically or occasionally: not enough fluids, not enough fiber, not enough exercise, traveling, being pregnant, or (ugh) getting old. And though treating constipation probably requires a few different solutions, an aptly named toilet stool (or footstool) might help. “A footstool is something that many people can adopt and…
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4 Best Baby Bottle Sterilizers of 2025, Tested and Reviewed
Most steam sterilizers are tall, boxy receptacles powered by an electric heating system. But there are a few features that vary from model to model. Here’s what to consider. Fit: Most products can accommodate several shapes and sizes of baby bottles, but some work best using shorter bottles. For instance, many models have a tray that sits above the bottle…
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We Tested 41 Baby Formulas for Harmful Contaminants
We tested 41 types of formula, made by 14 companies, but the U.S. market is almost completely dominated by just a handful of formula manufacturers. About half of all formula bought in the U.S. is bought through the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), and almost all of that is made by just two companies: Abbott…
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I just tested these headphones powered by vacuum tubes — and they sound incredible
I am entrapped by my social media habits, I’ll admit. I find myself often scrolling for hours on my discover pages, skipping past video upon video of some new set of earbuds. But one day, my attention was grabbed by an ad for some headphones. These headphones to be exact — the écoute Vacuum Tube headphones. I’m going to take…
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I Tested Grok 3, and It’s Not Worth the Price Hike
Earlier this week, xAI released Grok 3, the company’s most advanced AI yet, complete with a reasoning model and a DeepSearch feature. The company claims that it’s the “world’s smartest AI,” and Elon himself says it’s “outperforming anything that’s been released” so far. But is it really the “maximally truth-seeking AI” Musk says it is? Well, to spoil it for…
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Best Pellet Stoves, Tested and Reviewed
Pellet stoves are a cozy way to add some extra heat (and ambience) to your home. These popular units, which burn compressed wood pellets, can be more convenient and efficient than conventional wood-burning stoves. With pellet stoves, there’s no need to split logs or continuously fuss over the fire. Instead, you pour ready-to-use pellets into the stove’s hopper, which automatically…
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I Tested Nvidia’s AI Tool for Making Your Webcam Better, and Oof
When Nvidia introduced the free Nvidia Broadcast app in 2020, it promised to use the AI capabilities of RTX GPUs to boost the video and sound quality of users’ recordings, presuming they had the right hardware. This could be useful when a laptop’s built-in webcam and microphones may not capture the best looking footage or the richest audio, and could…
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6 Best No-Log VPNs for 2025: Reviewed & Tested
When a VPN provider claims to have a “no-logs policy,” it means that they won’t store or “log” users’ online activity and data. This includes sensitive information such as browsing history, IP addresses, downloaded files, and other data that could be tied back to you. VPNs are primarily used to secure online traffic and help users remain anonymous to avoid…
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I tested DeepSeek vs Qwen 2.5 with 7 prompts — here’s the winner
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup founded in 2023, has taken the internet by storm this week with its precision, speed, and mystery. Still ranking among the top free apps on Apple’s App Store, DeepSeek R1 is the chatbot that has garnered significant attention for its impressive capabilities, comparable to leading U.S. models such as ChatGPT and Gemini AI but achieved…
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