Your Google Pixel Comes With a Secret Diagnostic Mode
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- Posted on April 7, 2026
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I’ve been using Pixel phones every day for several years at this point, so I thought I’d discovered every secret menu and hidden feature these Google handsets have to offer—but it turns out I was wrong. Make Use Of enlightened me about the diagnostic tool built into Google Pixels, hidden away behind the number pad […]
These Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Are Nearly $200 Off Right Now
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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Bose’s QuietComfort Ultra headphones have been easy to recommend since their late 2023 launch, but the price held them back. That changes with this open-box deal. Right now, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones in […]
This Samsung Ultrawide Monitor Is 43% Off Right Now
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- Posted on April 7, 2026
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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Samsung ViewFinity S50GC 34-inch Ultrawide Monitor is down to $199.99 on Amazon, a drop from $349.99 and the lowest price it has hit so far, according to online price tracking tools. That alone […]
Programming Note: Offline For Last Days Of Passover Wednesday & Thursday
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- Posted on April 7, 2026
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This is a programming note that I am completely offline for the last days of Passover holiday Wednesday and Thursday. I am likely not going to schedule any stories, I apologize (still in recovery mode). So I apologize for the lack of stories here. I hope to come back soon…
Accidental Landlords Hit a High as Rising Interest Rates Freeze Buying
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- Posted on April 7, 2026
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The housing market is locked up once again before the most important time of the year—the spring homebuying season. With interest rates flying back up to the mid-6% range and […]
The FBI Is Warning Users About ‘Foreign-Developed’ Apps
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- Posted on April 6, 2026
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When you download an app from the App Store or Play Store, how much research do you do ahead of time? Do you look into who makes the app, and where that company is based? Do you scan the app’s privacy policy to make sure your data is handled responsibly? You might not, but, as […]
This Ecobee Thermostat and Security Bundle Is a Great Way to Kickstart Your Smart Home
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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. A smart thermostat is a key part of keeping any smart home comfortable, but it’s important to invest in the home’s safety, too. The Ecobee Comfort and Security Bundle combines the best of both […]
Yes, Microsoft Really Said Copilot Is ‘for Entertainment Purposes Only’
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AI inspires strong feelings. Some love it, some hate it, few are indifferent. But, usually, AI’s biggest proponents are the companies that make and sell the tech. You expect OpenAI to tout ChatGPT’s benefits, or Google to talk-up how useful Gemini is. For a company like these to say that their AI tools are nothing […]
How to Evaluate a Syndicator Like a Pro—Even If You’ve Never Invested Passively
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- Posted on April 6, 2026
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I’ve invested in 45 passive real estate deals, most of them syndications. Every month, I invest $5K to $10K in a new one. I’ve made plenty of mistakes. But even […]
Want to Avoid a Bad Investment? These Housing Markets Carry the Biggest Risks
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While real estate is often described as the best way to build wealth, it can also be one of the fastest ways to lose it. Making a good investment often […]
Samsung Messages Is Shutting Down, but There Are Ways to Keep Using It
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It’s officially the end of an era for the Samsung Galaxy community: Samsung is discontinuing its messaging app. If you’re a Samsung Messages user, the company says you should plan to migrate to Google Messages to “upgrade your messaging experience.” This deprecation isn’t taking effect immediately, however. According to Samsung’s official end of service announcement, […]
This Rolling 32-Inch Samsung Smart Monitor/TV Is $150 Off Right Now
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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Monitors with rolling stands are undeniably a bit of a niche product – while they might not be as popular as standalone TVs and gaming monitors, they offer an added perk: flexibility. Designed to […]
Anthropic Is Forcing Users to Pay Extra to Run OpenClaw With Claude
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Bad news, OpenClaw fans: Anthropic wants you to pay more to use its AI models. This wasn’t something Anthropic necessarily announced, either; rather, the company started sending emails to affected users, letting them know they could no longer use their Claude Code subscription limits with third-party “harnesses,” including—and most notabl—OpenClaw. Anthropic confirmed users could still […]
The Latest M5 MacBook Air Is $150 Off
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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Apple announced new products in March, including the new MacBook Air with the M5 chip. This MacBook comes in the 13-inch and 15-inch size, and with other upgrades to the hardware. If you’re interested […]
This High-Powered JBL Party Speaker Is $300 Off Right Now
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We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The JBL PartyBox 720 is down to $799.95 on Woot, a drop from its $1,099.95 list price and below its current $899.95 listing on Amazon. That almost lines up with the lowest price recorded […]











