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Luca and Alberto give a thumbs-up sign to their homemade Vespa scooter in a scene from Pixar's Luca.

How Vespas and visual storytelling shaped Pixar’s upcoming film Luca

Iconic scooters and a deep dive into water visuals played a big role in establishing the the look and themes of Luca, Pixar's next animated adventure.
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Amazon Sidewalk is coming soon. Here’s how it will improve smart home devices

Launching on June 8, Amazon Sidewalk promises an expanded Wi-Fi network for you, your devices, and your community. Here's what to expect from the new service.
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‘Where’s Earthbound?’ Why Nintendo Switch Online’s library is lacking

Nintendo has a large lineup of classic games that aren't available on Switch. To explain, an analyst weighs in on these seemingly odd business practices.
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The iPhone 13 doesn’t need an M1 chip — it needs these 7 things instead

Some rumors indicate that Apple could bring the M1 chip to the iPhone -- but it doesn't need an M1 chip. It needs these seven things instead.
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7 things you didn’t know robot vacuums could do

Robot vacuums can keep your floors clean, but they can also keep an eye on your home, empty themselves, and much more.
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The future of A.I.: 4 big things to watch for in the next few years

Artificial intelligence has progressed in leaps and bounds over the past decade. What's in store for the next one? Here are four things to keep an eye on.
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How to make your tablet a better tool for work

Owning a tablet is an awesome feat of technology, and if you play your cards right, you can end up using it for work. Here are a few tips on how.
A hand holds an iPhone with a PopGrip attached.

PopSockets and MagSafe are a match made in iPhone heaven

No more sticking the popular PopGrip to the back of your iPhone 12, as PopSockets has added MagSafe technology to its Grip and Wallet. We've tried them out.
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3 reasons why a Google Store in New York could succeed where Microsoft failed

Microsoft ultimately shuttered its physical stores, but the Google Store in New York City could succeed where Microsoft failed.
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5 ways the iPad Pro is still better than a MacBook

The MacBook Air and MacBook Pro are very capable laptops, especially with the new M1 chip -- but the new iPad Pro is capable too. In some ways, it's better.
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Why building a custom keyboard is the ultimate design nerd hobby

The hobby of creating custom keyboards is gaining popularity fast. At its heart, it's all about creating something that's unique to you.
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The 5 best things from Google I/O 2021

The Google I/O 2021 keynote brought major announcements about the future of Google products. These were the best announcements.
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Deathloop preview: A madcap mix of Hitman and Dishonored

We saw an extensive gameplay demo of Deathloop and it looks like a sci-fi spin on Hitman.
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Everything Google didn’t announce at Google I/O 2021

A lot was announced at Google I/O 2021, but a lot wasn't. Here's what wasn't announced, but might show up in the next few months.
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Google I/O 2021: All of the biggest announcements

Google I/O is back as a virtual event, and it's packed full of amazing new products and updates.
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Smart Home at Google I/O 2021: Everything new

Google announced a handful of new smart home innovations at the return of the company's annual I/O event. Here's a breakdown of the latest innovations.
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Wearables at Google I/O 2021: Everything new announced today

Google and Samsung are partnering on a revamped Wear OS experience featuring improved app performance, battery health, and a suite of fitness-tracking perks.
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You won’t need 17 speakers to appreciate Dolby Atmos in Apple Music

Apple's planned addition of Dolby Atmos Music tracks to Apple Music is going to be a game-changer for musicians and music lovers alike.
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Google I/O 2021: How to watch the keynote today

The Google I/O 2021 keynote is coming up quickly. Here's what to expect and how to watch it.
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3 features the next MacBook Air should steal from the 24-inch iMac

Three new features from the iMac's redesign could soon be making their way to Apple's new MacBook Air, including MagSafe, a thinner design, and bold colors.
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Nomad’s new Titanium and Steel Bands are the treat your Apple Watch deserves

Give your Apple Watch a treat with Nomad's gorgeous new Titanium and Steel Bands, which are made to complement Apple's most expensive models, but work with any.
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Roving surveillance bots are coming to our cities. Luckily, they’re here to help

By equipping sidewalk-roving delivery bots with additional sensors, urban planners are hoping to capture useful data on the health of their cities
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Good smartphone design is no longer a luxury. It’s a requirement

Good design isn't only about the color and shape of your phone. It goes deeper than that, and it's time we focused on it just as much as the product specs.
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A.I. doesn’t usually forget anything, but Facebook’s new system does. Here’s why

Most A.I. systems are designed to remember absolutely everything they learn. But that's not always ideal, so Facebook decided to build one that forgets
Google Pixel 5

7 things you didn’t know your Pixel phone could do

The Google Pixel series of phones have long offered an excellent software experience. Here are seven things you didn't know your Pixel phone could do.
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Slim new G Steel is the ideal introduction to the G-Shock’s unbreakable watches

Consider G-Shock's G Steel watches too big and heavy? The new slim and light GST-B400 will change all that, so we tried it and its Bluetooth connection out.
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Resident Evil Village director doesn’t rule out more Lady Dimitrescu

Resident Evil Village director Morimasa Sato explains the origins of Lady Dimitrescu and talks about whether or not we'll see her again.
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3 reasons every browser needs vertical tabs

Vertical tabs weren't really a thing a few years ago, but now you can get the feature on most modern browsers. Here's why you should try them.
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7 things you didn’t know the Apple HomePod Mini could do

The Apple HomePod Mini sounds great, but is capable of doing a lot more than people realize.
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Future fabric: Meet the cutting-edge textiles that could redefine wearable tech

Fitness trackers and smartwatches are one thing, but this futuristic fabric from Nextiles could lead to a whole new genre of wearable tech.
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The Realme 8 5G shows the exciting future of cheap 5G phones

The future of 5G phones is here, and it's cheap than expected. The Realme 5G has a deceptively low price, because the phone itself is surprisingly good.
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Major milestones in the past decade of laptop design

Laptops have undergone some significant changes in their design over the last decade. Here are the biggest ones.
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Cosmic comms: How the first humans on Mars will communicate with Earth

In order to establish a human colony on Mars, we'll first need to get a reliable communications network built. Here's how scientists are making that happen
New World players engaged in combat.

New World developers are serious about the upcoming MMO’s future. Is Amazon?

A new demo for New World shows that the game's developers have an ambitious plan, but Amazon's history raises questions about its viability.