Amazon makes some of the best smart speakers you can buy. And while some of them can be pretty pricey, you don't always need to spend a lot in order to get something that gets the job done. While Amazon's Echo Pop is perhaps the most affordable smart speaker in the brand's lineup, we think the Echo Spot is going to be a better option thanks to its compact size and small yet informative display. And for a limited time, you can grab one for a great price, as a new promotion knocks 44% off for a limited time, bringing it down to just $44.99.

Sometimes it's hard to believe that games can take up so much space, with some modern titles easily crossing the 100GB mark. Of course, not all games are this huge, but simply put, game file sizes are growing out of control. And the only real solution is to be ready with more storage space than you think you'll need, which means at some point, you're going to have to upgrade. With that said, we found this great deal on this 2TB M.2 SSD that's perfect for the Steam Deck, ROG Ally, MSI Claw, and other devices that can handle at M.2 2230 SSD.

Image: Microsoft Microsoft is releasing a new version of Office this week, designed for people that don’t want to subscribe to Microsoft 365. The standalone Microsoft Office 2024 release is now available for both consumers and small businesses, and includes locked-in-time versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook across both Mac and PC.Office 2024 includes a lot of the updates that Microsoft has been delivering to Microsoft 365 subscribers over the past few years. Microsoft last released a standalone version of Office in 2021, and this new Office 2024 release includes improvements to the core apps, as well as accessibility and UI changes.Office 2024 has a new default theme, with Microsoft’s latest Fluent Design principles that match the... Continue reading…

Subscription fatigue is a real problem, and it may be the case that parts of the tech industry are finally starting to react to it. Three years on from its last perpetual Office license, Microsoft has released Office 2024 LTSC for general-purpose consumers. While Microsoft is quick to remind you that they believe a 365 subscription is better, the fact of the matter is that many people don't want to pay a subscription, and a perpetual Office license offers exactly that.

Have you noticed an odd pixel sitting on your gaming monitor that just doesn't seem to change? Unfortunately, you've got yourself a stuck or dead pixel. Before you start looking for a screen repair service or a new monitor, you might want to try out these simple methods to fix the issue.

Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty Images A question about whether Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) would challenge the 2024 election results quickly devolved into a fight about censorship and Big Tech during the debate with Democratic candidate Gov. Tim Walz (D-MN).“You have said you would not have certified the last presidential election, and would have asked the states to submit alternative electors. That has been called unconstitutional and illegal,” moderator Norah O’Donnell asked Vance. “Would you again seek to challenge this year’s election results, even if every governor certifies the results?”Vance said that instead of the threats to democracy decried by Democrats, what’s really worrying is the threat of “big technology companies silencing... Continue reading…

Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty Images The racist rumors about Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio came up once again at tonight’s vice presidential debate between Governor Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance (R-OH). “Governor Walz brought up the community of Springfield, and he’s very worried about the things that I’ve said,” Vance said after his opponent criticized him for saying he’s willing to “create stories” about migrants to draw attention to Americans who suffering. Vance then listed problems in Springfield — including overcrowded schools and rising home prices — which he claimed are happening “because we brought in millions of illegal immigrants who are competing with Americans.” When a moderator clarified that members of Springfield’s Haitian community are largely are... Continue reading…

Although brands like OnePlus and Google are still gunning for the throne, Samsung arguably remains the king of Android phones. The Galaxy S24 flagship series landed earlier this year, and now, Samsung is bringing its popular Fan Edition line to the family with the new Galaxy S24 FE. The FE models are positioned as budget-friendly alternatives to the pricier flagships, which raises the question: how do the Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24 FE stack up against each other? Let's do a deep-dive and see which phone is the better value for the cost.

PC gaming has long been pitted against console gaming, with proponents of both sides insisting that their choice is better than the opposite. In truth, it's all personal preference, but there are a number of ways that console gaming is actually helping PC gaming, making it better for everyone.

No operating system will run without encountering a problem. This isn't to say all operating systems are inherently flawed which allows an error to render them unusable, but through installing, removing, and using additional software, things can (and often do) go wrong. During day-to-day use of a Linux distribution such as Ubuntu, you might come across an issue with your installation. It could be because Ubuntu is not booting correctly, or maybe a specific driver for something like your keyboard, mouse, or even the soundcard is malfunctioning.

Being able to check in on your home or office with the push of a button is priceless. And while you may not need a security camera, it's a wise investment, especially when you can buy one that has tons of features and only costs $20. The Wyze Cam OG is a great example of this, with its low price point and abundance of features. Not only do you get excellent video and audio quality, but it's also easy to set up. So if you've been on the hunt for a security camera, or have been on the fence about getting one, now's going to be the perfect time to shop.

If youre looking to choose a great communications tool for your organization, there are several popular options. The two big players for workplace communication, Slack and Microsoft Teams, each have their strengths and weaknesses. Unless you have a simple tech ecosystem that only uses Microsoft products, Slack is going to be a far better option for several reasons.