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Forget FLIR! I tried this cheap thermal camera for my phone to see in the dark
I tried the Thermal Master P1, and it instantly gave my phone night vision to see through the dark. It's also way cheaper than the similar FLIR thermal camera....

Forget Sony’s DualSense — I tried Hyperkin’s Competitor controller, and it’s exactly what my Xbox needed
The Hyperkin Competitor is an Xbox controller hybrid with a DualSense-like design, Hall Effect thumbsticks, and remappable back buttons....

Walmart Christmas deals under $50: I've picked the best stocking stuffers that don’t look cheap
Christmas Day will be here in the blink of an eye. I'm a deals expert and I've vetted the best Walmart gifts under $50 that you can get delivered ahead of the holidays....

MacBook and iPhone prices could rise in 2026, as Apple’s RAM supply advantage begins to fade
Apple devices like the iPhone or MacBook could be getting more expensive in 2026, as the company's DRAM chip agreements are rumored to expire....

The most important TV tech of 2025 wasn’t OLED or Mini-LED
Although OLED and Mini-LED advancements were out in force this year, the spotlight was on the ways TVs have evolved in design and features....

I tested ChatGPT-5.2 and Claude Opus 4.5 with real-life prompts — here’s the clear winner
I tested ChatGPT-5.2 and Claude Opus 4.5 on seven real-life scenarios to see which handles judgment, ambiguity and responsibility better. There was a clear winner....

I just tested my favorite new gaming laptop, and it’s not from Alienware, Asus or MSI
The Lenovo Legion 5i came from out of nowhere with its sleek styling, gorgeous OLED panel, solid mid-range performance, and impressive value for money to become my new favorite gaming laptop this year...

Who needs rucking? Try the farmer's walk instead to strengthen your whole body
The farmer's walk is a great way to incorporate walking with weights into your routine if you don't enjoy activities like rucking. It builds grip strength, endurance and core stability while improving...

This underrated comedy will make you see a 'Stranger Things' star in a new light — and it's streaming now on Prime Video
"Yes, God, Yes" stars Natalia Dyer as a Catholic student hilariously navigating her sexual awakening in a devoutly religious community— watch it on Prime Video...

How to watch 'The Madame Blanc Mysteries Christmas Special' online from anywhere
A seasonal dollop of cosy crime with an explosive storyline. Here's how to watch "The Madame Blanc Mysteries Christmas Special" FREE online from anywhere....