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4 Noise-Canceling Headphones Consumer Reports Says You Should Avoid

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Mon, 25 May 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Noise-canceling headphones are becoming more common than ever, but that doesn't mean that every pair of ANC headphones are worth your money.

Do Costco TVs Go On Clearance?

staff@bgr.com (Alan Bradley) — Mon, 25 May 2026 21:47:00 +0000

Avoid buyer's remorse on your next big entertainment upgrade. Here is how to outsmart the retail cycle and score the absolute lowest price at Costco.

Stop Ignoring Your MacBook's Notch: These 5 Apps Turn It Into Something Useful

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Mon, 25 May 2026 21:17:00 +0000

The Notch in your MacBook doesn't have to just be a space you ignore, as these five apps can actually make it an incredibly useful part of your display.

How To Tell If Your USB Charging Port Is Broken

staff@bgr.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Mon, 25 May 2026 20:47:00 +0000

Mobile devices, and many other major electronic gadgets, utilize USB ports for battery charging, but what happens when your port isn't working?

3 Disadvantages Of The Kindle Colorsoft You Should Know About

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Mon, 25 May 2026 20:17:00 +0000

The Kindle Colorsoft is a well-regarded e-reader among those who own one, but it has a number of disadvantages over over Kindles that you should know about.

11 Everyday Apps That Are Tracking Your Activity

staff@bgr.com (Ritwik Mitra) — Mon, 25 May 2026 20:02:00 +0000

You're probably not aware of how much these everyday apps are tracking your activity, from your location to your contacts to your purchasing data.

That Eerie Blue Light Surrounding Nuclear Reactors Has A Fascinating Scientific Explanation

staff@bgr.com (Noelle Corbett) — Mon, 25 May 2026 19:47:00 +0000

If you think of nuclear energy, you may be picturing submerged nuclear waste bathed in eerie blue light. That light has a really cool explanation.

Over 200 Fake Android Apps Are Quietly Stealing Money From Phone Bills

staff@bgr.com (Alec Hively) — Mon, 25 May 2026 19:28:30 +0000

Google needs to beef up its cybersecurity after last year's 150 Google Chrome extensions that were turned into viruses, infecting over 4.3 million users.

5 iPhone Accessory Brands That Can Compete With Apple

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Mon, 25 May 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Apple is of course the leader in making accessories for its iPhone line of products, but these five companies are also in the upper echelon.

What That Orange Dot At The Top Of Your MacBook Is Trying To Tell You

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Mon, 25 May 2026 18:47:00 +0000

Your MacBook uses multicolored dots to tell you what's going on with the system, so here's what you should know if your Mac is showing an orange dot.

Your AirPods Settings Menu Is Getting A Complete Makeover In iOS 27

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Mon, 25 May 2026 18:42:10 +0000

Managing your AirPods can be incredibly cumbersome, but reports indicate Apple will soon be updating the process to be much more user-friendly.

How Many Of These 5 Extinct PC Brands Do You Actually Remember?

staff@bgr.com (Andrew Morrisey) — Mon, 25 May 2026 18:17:00 +0000

There have been plenty of personal computer brands over the years that have gone extinct, like these five PC names that you might have forgotten about.

8 Of The Worst Samsung Phones Of All Time

staff@bgr.com (Asad Khan) — Mon, 25 May 2026 18:02:00 +0000

Samsung Galaxy phones have matured a lot in the past decade, but the company's history of smartphones is not without its missteps.

Your TV Antenna Might Be Set Up Wrong - Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Mon, 25 May 2026 17:47:00 +0000

Getting choppy channels even after cutting the cord? Discover the common placement mistakes ruining your signal and how to finally fix them.

Who Owns Marshall Speakers And Where Are They Made?

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Mon, 25 May 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Many identify Marshall by its long-standing association with rock and roll, but fewer may know exactly where the iconic company's speakers are made today.

4 Things The Nintendo Switch 2 Can Do That A PlayStation 5 Can't

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Mon, 25 May 2026 16:47:00 +0000

It's no secret that overall, the Nintendo Switch 2 is much less powerful than rival console the PlayStation 5, but it can still do some things the PS5 can't.

Why You Should Hold On To The Box Your TV Came In

staff@bgr.com (Christine Persaud) — Mon, 25 May 2026 16:17:00 +0000

A TV box takes up a lot of room, so it's tempting to break it down immediately. But these common scenarios make a strong case for finding the space to keep it.

14 Things You Didn't Know Your Google Pixel Can Do

staff@bgr.com (Ritwik Mitra) — Mon, 25 May 2026 16:02:00 +0000

The smartphone market is red hot, which is why Google packs its Pixel handsets with lesser-known quality-of-life features that often slip under the radar.

The 5 Worst Things About Streaming Services That I Can't Stand

staff@bgr.com (Eduardo Ariedo) — Mon, 25 May 2026 15:47:00 +0000

Streaming services were meant to be the future, but now they've become almost as troublesome and annoying as the services they replaced.

128GB Vs. 256GB: How Much Phone Storage Do You Really Need?

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Mon, 25 May 2026 15:17:00 +0000

Is 128GB enough for your next smartphone, or is 256GB the safer bet? Compare your daily habits to see which storage size gives you the best bang for your buck.