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Buying a new TV today almost guarantees you’ll run into HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, and understanding the difference between them can make a real impact on picture quality. While all three fall under the umbrella of HDR, or High Dynamic Range, they don’t process images the same way. The key distinction lies in how each format handles brightness and color information, known as metadata. HDR10 is the most basic and widely supported HDR format. It uses static metadata, meaning one set of brightness and color instructions is applied to an entire movie or episode. This approach works, but it…

The latest Verizon outage was a sharp reminder of how dependent many people have become on their phones for everyday tasks. When Verizon’s network went down, users suddenly lost access to navigation apps, calls, texts, and mobile data. For those driving in unfamiliar areas, working remotely, or trying to stay connected with family, the disruption quickly turned from an inconvenience into a serious problem. Verizon customers weren’t alone in feeling the impact, but the outage highlighted a broader issue: relying on a single wireless carrier leaves little room for error. When that one network fails, even temporarily, there’s often no…

Three of the world’s most influential AI companies are starting the year by pushing deeper into healthcare, each unveiling new tools designed specifically for medical use cases. While the products differ in scope and audience, they share a common goal: using artificial intelligence to make healthcare processes faster, more accessible, and easier to navigate for patients, providers, and insurers alike. These launches highlight a growing shift toward AI-powered healthcare, where automation plays a larger role in everything from understanding medical records to handling administrative tasks. At the same time, the technology remains controversial. Federal oversight is limited, and concerns about…

Spotify subscribers are about to feel another squeeze on their monthly bills. The company has confirmed that prices are going up once again, and the changes will affect nearly every paid tier. Over the next few weeks, users can expect an email explaining how the updated pricing will apply to their specific subscription. According to Spotify, the increase is part of an effort to continue delivering a “great experience.” While the service didn’t point to any single new feature as the reason, the higher rates will roll out across Premium, Student, Duo, and Family plans. Individual Premium subscriptions are increasing…

Frame-style TVs are undeniably attractive, but paying a premium just to get the “art on the wall” look doesn’t make sense for everyone. Fortunately, there’s a free alternative that delivers a similar effect without replacing your TV. Roku’s Backdrops feature, introduced about a year ago, allows compatible TVs to display artwork or photos when idle, turning an otherwise blank screen into a decorative element that blends into your space. If you already own a Roku TV or use a Roku streaming device with your existing television, you’re most of the way there. Backdrops works seamlessly in the background, activating when…

Although Apple’s iPad continues to dominate the tablet conversation, Android users enjoy the advantage of choice, with devices available across a wide range of brands, designs, and price points. This flexibility allows buyers to find tablets that better match their specific needs, whether that’s affordability, customization, or hardware variety—areas where Android manufacturers often shine. Blackview is one such manufacturer that has been steadily expanding its presence beyond rugged smartphones. Known primarily for building durable handsets with specialized features like thermal cameras, the company has naturally extended its expertise into the tablet space. Given that tablets share much of their DNA…

As someone who reads constantly, I’m always drawn to new e-readers that promise to improve the experience. The challenge, though, is that most of them feel too single-purpose to truly earn a spot as an everyday companion device. That’s why I was initially impressed by the TCL Nxtpaper tablet—it tried to blur the line between reading and productivity. Now, a new contender has arrived with a more refined approach: the DuRobo Krono, a pocket-sized e-reader and productivity device that is finally available to buy. I’ll admit my perspective isn’t entirely neutral. I’ve been using a prototype version of the DuRobo…

Verizon has labeled the ongoing service disruption as having a “Very High” impact, with the majority of user complaints pointing to mobile phone connectivity problems and a complete loss of signal. Many affected customers have reported their devices switching to SOS mode, which typically appears when a phone can no longer connect to a cellular network. The issue has been widespread, leaving users across multiple regions without reliable service. In an official update posted on X at 8:59 p.m. ET, Verizon acknowledged the outage and apologized to customers. The company stated that it was working around the clock to restore…

A few years back, I crossed a line I never thought I would by spending over $500 on a countertop ice maker. My fridge was already capable of churning out ice without complaint, but it couldn’t deliver the kind I truly wanted—the soft, crunchy nugget ice you usually associate with fast-food chains and convenience stores. Since then, that purchase has proven its worth many times over, becoming a daily-use appliance and an unexpected staple in my kitchen routine. Since my initial plunge into nugget ice luxury, the market has grown steadily, with several brands entering the premium ice maker space.…

Wi-Fi technology seems to be evolving at a relentless pace. Just as Wi-Fi 7 is beginning to roll out more widely, the industry is already setting its sights on what comes next. At CES 2026, Asus offered an early glimpse of that future by showcasing what it claims could be the first Wi-Fi 8 router, dubbed the ROG NeoCore. Asus was quick to clarify that the ROG NeoCore is a proof-of-concept device rather than a finished consumer product. There is no confirmation that it will ever reach the market, at least in its current form. Still, the concept serves as…