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Google Pixel 7a smartphone review: Stuck in the middle with you

Abby FergusonWe may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › The Google Pixel lineup has long been an impressive range of smartphones....

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The best Fitbits for kids in 2024

Stan HoraczekWe may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall Ace 3 SEE IT It’s made specifically for children.  Best for...

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How to clean your washer and dryer (and why you should)

Your washer and dryer need a little spruce up. DepositPhotos Live in an apartment without on-site laundry for a while and you’ll really learn to appreciate these super-convenient machines. Yet, we...

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Oura Ring Gen3 health tracker review: It’s a complicated relationship

The Oura Ring is a fashionable take on a health tracker. We wore it for most of eight months to find out if it prioritizes style over substance. Abby Ferguson / Popular ScienceWe may earn revenue from...

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The best rechargeable flashlights of 2024

Rechargeable flashlights are extremely useful tools to keep on hand and are a great way to reduce your impact on the environment. Plus, you won’t need to make sure you have the right type of batteries...

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Garmin’s newest smartwatches are even more adventure-ready

Garmin is well known for its expansive list of rugged fitness watches, with multiple lines specifically tailored to different activity types. And now, the options for adventurers and serious endurance...

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The best telescopes for deep space in 2024

Telescopes for deep space allow you to gaze at the wonders of our universe in a way that wouldn’t be possible with other telescopes. These powerful devices use larger apertures to gather loads of...

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The best budget telescopes for 2024

Budget telescopes are a great way to dip your toes into cosmic exploration without needing a fortune of galactic proportions. While you may miss out on advanced tech and smart features found in more...

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The best binoculars for astronomy in 2024

While telescopes are popular for stargazing, binoculars for astronomy offer a more portable option for gazing into the heavens. Binoculars are extremely versatile, working well for general terrestrial...

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Garmin Instinct 2 Solar smartwatch review: A highly capable adventure watch

While many activity trackers strive for sleek, discreet designs, Garmin created the Instinct 2 Solar for those who like classic outdoor watch styling without sacrificing advanced features. Despite its...

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Garmin Forerunner 955 Solar running watch review: The power to persevere

There is no shortage of general fitness and multisport smartwatches these days, but fewer catering hyper-specifically to runners, particularly the way the Garmin Forerunner 955 Solar does. This...

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How to connect AirPlay speakers

AirPlay-compatible speakers make it easy to pair with a variety of Apple devices, no wired connections necessary, so you can listen to music, podcasts, or other audio without being tethered. Plus, the...

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The best hiking watches for 2023, tested and reviewed

Hiking watches are useful and important tools for those who spend time hitting the trails. At a minimum, a hiking watch should allow you to keep track of the time of day, how long you’ve been out, and...

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The best gifts for runners who put in the miles all year round

Running seems simple enough: Put one foot in front of the other in a semi-speedy fashion. It’s free, it’s safe, and dare we say, it’s fun. The equipment, too, seems appealingly uncomplicated. All you...

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The best mirrorless cameras of 2024

If you have been paying attention to the camera market over the last decade, you’ve noticed mirrorless cameras overtaking DSLRs as the most dominant category in interchangeable-lens cameras. While...

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The best action cameras in 2024

Action cameras are a high-speed ticket to capturing the most immersive and engaging footage possible. They bring viewers as close to your experiences as they can be without actually being there. These...

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How to wake up

Even if you are a diehard morning person, waking yourself up in the a.m. can be quite a challenge. And it’s not just you. There is a phenomenon called sleep inertia that refers to the brain fog and...

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How to set up Apple Pay

Apple Pay is an extremely convenient way to pay as long as you’re an Apple devices. Instead of searching your wallet or purse for the card you want, you simply pull up your iPhone and touch it to the...

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The best space heaters in 2024

If you’re tired of stockpiling blankets, extra socks, and heated slippers to keep you warm, it might be time to consider getting a space heater. These powerful appliances are a great way to get cozy...

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The best hiking boots for 2024

Planning a nature walk at a state park? Heading on a multi-trek adventure through a mountain range? Just looking for a style of shoe that’s a bit more rugged? Whatever your reason, a good pair of...

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The best Apple Watch alternatives in 2023

The Apple Watch was not the first connected watch. Thanks to Dick Tracy, people have been dreaming of wrist-worn communicators since the 1940s, and companies have actually produced usable companion...

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Amazfit Band 7 fitness & health tracker review: Back to basics

The rise of smartwatches has made health and fitness tracking seem inherently more expensive. Even fairly straightforward watches containing only the most basic sensors tend to be pricey. There used...

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The best Garmin smartwatches for 2023, tested and reviewed

Garmin is one of the most popular smartwatch makers in the world, largely due to the multinational GPS-enabled technology company’s focus on hyper-accurate fitness tracking. While Apple still holds...

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NEMO unfurls its first recyclable sleeping bag

Outdoor gear has historically not been very friendly to the environment that it encourages you to go and enjoy. But outdoor gear maker NEMO aims to change that and has announced its first-ever fully...

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Oru Beach LT Sport foldable kayak review: Whatever, wherever floats your boat?

Kayaks have not changed significantly in general shape and materials for quite some time, and the traditional design presents some logistical issues for most of us. Most companies craft their...

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The best fitness trackers of 2024, tested and reviewed

The very first fitness trackers were rudimentary step-counters, but technology has progressed drastically since then. Whether you want to hit that 10,000 daily step goal, monitor your sleep, or train...

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The best cheap fitness trackers in 2024

Gone are the days of basic pedometers being the only option for cheap fitness trackers. These days, even budget-friendly trackers offer advanced training and data-gathering functionality to help you...

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This NASA photographer documented the 30-year journey to build the James Webb...

Sometimes, amazing science happens in the background with little to no public attention. All those years of hard efforts and incremental progress are left unseen except by those living and working...

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The best 3D printers for kids in 2024

Dedicated 3D printers for kids can be a fantastic and fun way to encourage young minds to create and learn. 3D printers once required huge budgets and hyper-specific skills, but they have become very...

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The best gifts for cyclists from Garmin, Wahoo, Peloton, and more

Whether the cyclist in your life commutes to work on a bike or trains for triathlons, having the right gear is important. But it can get expensive. In the United States, households collectively spent...

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The best Epson printers for 2024

Epson printers cover the full spectrum of needs, from workhorse office all-in-ones to high-end photo printers and budget-friendly home printers. Chances are, if you need a printer, Epson makes...

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How to get water out of your phone speaker

While your phone may be advertised as water-resistant, that doesn’t mean that water can’t harm components like the speakers. Water in your phone’s speaker can result in a muffled sound, ruining your...

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Garmin’s latest running watches pair vivid visuals with your vitals

Garmin already has an extensive lineup of advanced running watches in its Forerunner series, but it just got even larger. The wearable tech company has announced two new smartwatches: the Forerunner...

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The best shotgun mics in 2024

Shotgun mics are flexible tools for capturing natural, focused sound for film and television, environmental recordings, sporting and live events, vlogs, or voice-overs. Their narrow pickup pattern...

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Up your summer fitness with $200 off select Garmin smartwatches

Garmin has been at the top of the fitness watch game for some time, making a range of smartwatches for beginners and pro-level athletes alike. Though each line of watches is tailored to a specific...

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The LifeStraw Peak Solo is a tiny water filter for camping and emergencies

I bought one of the very first LifeStraws around a decade ago for my now-husband to use on our camping trips. But, that filtration straw required you to grovel on the ground and drink through the...

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Save up to $300 on Garmin watches with these Prime Day deals

Garmin makes some of the best fitness watches available. They feature advanced tech and health tracking capabilities along with full smartwatch abilities, giving you the best of both worlds. And if...

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Bird Buddy Smart Bird Feeder review: A camera that’s not just for the birds

Bird watching seems like one of those rites of passage as you get older. You reach a certain age and boom—you suddenly like studying our avian amigos. I have, apparently, reached that age. But I don’t...

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The best monitors for video editing in 2024

Monitors for video editing offer the color accuracy and resolution needed in order to get your raw footage looking polished and complete. Most consumer-focused monitors won’t cover the color range or...

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The Red Bull photo contest illuminates epic landscapes and adrenaline-pumping...

Beyond its energy drinks, Red Bull is well known for its support of high-intensity, barrier-breaking sports. In line with this, the company hosts an annual international photography competition called...

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The best point-and-shoot cameras in 2024

Point-and-shoot cameras may be less common these days, in part thanks to smartphones, but there are still some worthy reasons to invest in these pocketable cameras. For starters, even though...

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The best Android phones of 2024

There are a lot of Android phones out there. The wide variety of devices and manufacturers bringing new ideas to the platform is a huge selling point for die-hard fans but also a barrier to entry for...

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The best small printers for 2024

For those with limited space, small printers can be hugely beneficial. These compact devices can even be assets for those with printing needs while traveling. Despite the compact size, these printers...

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Garmin announces an even more rugged Instinct smartwatch

Garmin is keeping the ball rolling, and you running, this year with exciting releases. The company released two vibrant new watches in its Forerunner series in March. And now, Garmin has announced the...

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The best fitness watches in 2024

If you lead an active lifestyle, are training for competition, or simply want to keep better track of your health, a fitness watch is a necessary addition to your everyday wear. These devices help you...

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The best sublimation printers of 2024

Sublimation printing allows you to print photos and artwork using special inks to transfer to items like T-shirts, mugs, canvases, and more. But gone are the days of sublimation printers being...

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The best air purifiers for pets in 2024, tested and reviewed

Without an air purifier for pets, our furry friends’ dander can get the better of us. As much as we love our animals, they are ripe with allergens, which can cause serious issues for those with...

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The best ink tank printers for 2024

Epson was the first company to produce ink tank printers, but the devices are gaining popularity. Now, every major printer company offers some form of tank-based machine. These devices use wells that...

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How to store winter clothes during the warmer months

Spring is upon us, and with the changing of seasons comes a change of wardrobes. For many, that means tucking away winter clothes to make room in closets and drawers for warm-weather items. But...

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The best soft coolers for chilling out in 2024

Gone are the days of only finding small, flimsy, poorly insulated soft coolers. Now, a much wider variety of soft-shelled coolers rival their rigid counterparts in ice retention while offering a much...

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