On paper, the Pixel 8 might seem like a sure hit for Google. It sports the same chip as the more expensive Pixel 8 Pro, but is cheaper and has a screen size that’s more manageable for some. Unfortunately, in a strange twist that makes absolutely no sense, though, Google says it won’t utilize its […]

Bounce houses are usually the highlight at any child’s birthday party, and an item that I had believed cost a pretty penny to rent. Imagine my surprise when I went to a playdate with my sons and saw a smaller version of the heavy-duty air-filled nylon structures in their friends’ backyard. As I investigated further, […]

After a rough few pandemic-addled years, the Oscars were back in a big way last night, with Hollywood studios taking the spotlight back from the streamers after recent strong showings by the likes of Netflix and Apple TV+. While I love a night filled with old Hollywood glamour, it’s hard to hate on the streamers […]

One of my favorite smart finds of the last year was Nanoleaf smart light panels, which I called “light dopamine.” I’ve now got a home with Nanoleaf LEDs scattered around, filling the house with color, and I extended it to the outside over the holidays. With Nanoleaf’s latest offering, the Skylight ($249.99 for a set […]

We all have thoughts and feelings about how our bodies look and fit into the world. Body image can fluctuate depending on the minute, day, and season of life, but if it is a source of stress for you, there are ways to gently reframe how you feel about your frame. For advice on coping […]

Generative AI tools are now finding their way into everything from movie making to home renovation, and another task that these supercharged models can take on is website design. You don’t need to code a single line of HTML—or even know what HTML is—to get something sleek and shiny published on the web. The idea […]

You can get a lifetime subscription to Promova Premium on sale for $79.99 right now (reg. $299.99). Promova is a top 10-rated language-learning app in the App Store and top 20 on the Google Play store, and while it’s more designed for people learning English as a second language, you can practice nine other languages […]

Of the many logistical considerations for traveling abroad, what’s in your toiletry bag probably doesn’t top the list. But it should—especially if you have a chronic health condition and/or require prescription medication—because there may be essential documentation you need before you go. As The Points Guy reports, many common medications that are prescribed for managing […]

These mini solid-state drives (SSDs) are on sale right now: 256GB for $43.99, 512GB for $60.99, and 1TB for $99.99. They measure 2.8 by 1.4 inches, making them as compact as a pack of gum and excellent for traveling and long-term storage. Each SSD has a USB 3.2 interface with up to 550Mbps read and […]