Xiaomi flagships are stuffed with powerful hardware, but you don’t need to pay flagship money when the company’s mid-range and budget offers also pack enough high-end features to make them amazing bargains. The Poco F3 is one of these models, which despite being over a year old, is still a tempting 5G phone for $…
Money can make people moody. There are layers of privilege, or lack thereof, that can make even the simplest conversation about bills feel like baggage to deal with. Translate that discomfort to relationships and it can feel like an awkward – and fragmented – dance on who pays which bill when (and how). Ivella, a…
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Basically, Netflix is stacked with incredible sci-fi series. Stranger Things, Black Mirror and The OA are just the beginning. Tapping international content, Netflix offers German sci-fi gem Dark – which is also one of the best series on Netflix full stop. Scroll down for the best Netflix originals and excellent international offerings. Read more: Best…
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What’s happening Apple is expected to announce iOS 16 on Monday. We’re hoping to see an always-on screen, better widgets and an iPad-like split-screen feature, among other updates. Why it matters Software updates introduce new features that keep the iPhone feeling fresh and relevant, even for older models. What’s next Apple typically introduces new iPhone…
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Hey everyone, and welcome back to Chain Reaction. Last week, we discussed $ 4.5 billion in new crypto funds from a16z. This week, we’re talking about the arrest that has everyone in the NFT space sweating bullets. If you want to get this in you inbox every Thursday afternoon, you can subscribe on TechCrunch’s newsletter…
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There are plenty of phone plans available in the US. While most Americans subscribe to services directly from AT&T, T-Mobile or Verizon, a number of smaller providers can get you solid service for a cheaper rate. Whereas the main carriers now focus primarily on unlimited plans, these smaller carriers still offer a variety of plans…
What’s happening The Supreme Court temporarily blocked a Texas law from taking effect that would ban large social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter from “censoring” viewpoints on their platforms. Why it matters If the law eventually goes into effect, it would force social media companies to change how they moderate posts, which would likely…
It took just three swipes on Bumble to find a profile bio with the sentence, “I’m an open book, just ask.” That might be the least surprising lede I’ve ever written for an article. If you’ve spent any time on The Apps, you’ve probably noticed there’s a sameness of language that pervades many bios. There…
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A top-of-the-line Apple or Windows laptop is not required if you’re a student who just needs a device for the computing basics. If that’s your situation, I recommend a Chromebook. These are laptops that run Google’s Chrome OS. They do less than standard laptops, but they’re much more affordable. They’re also durable, portable and designed…
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Wearing prescription glasses is not for everyone. They might cause irritation on your nose or be too tight for your temples. But if you still need vision correction, contact lenses can be a godsend. There is no such thing as “cheap contacts,” and buying them on a regular basis can cost a pretty penny. A…
