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The latest in tech: the newest products, most exciting innovations and biggest releases.

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On Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth, 20 Years Later
By Andy Crump
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The Rise of Prediction Culture

From sports to pop culture, Polymarket is changing how we engage with what happens next.

By Cool Material
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Why Does Every Skincare Influencer Look Like a Stormtrooper?

A man's guide to red-light therapy masks, the anti-aging gadget taking over the internet.

By Brett Braley
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Bring the Soundtrack With You This Summer

The best outdoor portable speakers for beach trips, lake weekends, backyard hangs, and every adventure that calls for a little music.

By Beau Hayhoe
Features
These Are the Best Cases for Your Brand New iPhone 13

Even with those sweet carrier upgrade discounts, switching out your current iPhone for an iPhone 13, Mini, Pro, or Pro Max so you can take advantage of all the latest and greatest is going to cost you a pretty penny. This isn't really news because it happens every time there's…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Learn the Lingo: Record Collecting Terminology

The vinyl collecting community has returned with a vengeance over the past few years. As vinyl sales continue to climb, more and more casual listeners are becoming crate diggers. Maybe you've been interested in picking up a few records. But, before you purchase your turntable setup, before you pick up…

By John A. Paradiso
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11 Apps To Slim Down Your Wallet

At this point, our smartphones could realistically replace our wallets. They hold our credit cards, contact list, receipts, family photos, even digital currency! Now, we don't necessarily advise that you get rid of your wallet altogether. But, if you're carrying around a billfold that's nearly bursting at the seams, you…

By John A. Paradiso
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Game of Thrones spin-off House of the Dragon Official Teaser Trailer

GOT fans, rejoice! HBO has released the first official teaser trailer for the highly anticipated Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon. Based on George R. R. Martin’s book Fire and Blood, the television show will follow the history and rise of the Targaryen family centuries before the…

By John A. Paradiso
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Starting a Record Collection? Here’s Everything You Need

At this point, it's not exactly a secret that vinyl is having a moment. You've likely seen figures tossed around that record sales are their highest since the advent of the MP3 age. Vinyl has been outpacing all other physical media as well. There's already plenty of speculation around why…

By John A. Paradiso
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