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You Can Get a Eufy Home Security Camera System for up to 40% Off

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Eufy stands out among other home security camera brands in that it does not require a monthly cloud storage subscription to save video footage. These cameras can store your footage locally on the camera itself, which is a nice way to go if you're looking to cut down on your monthly subscription costs. Eufy cameras are also up to 40% off on Amazon right now , which presents yet another opportunity to save a little cash. The best Eufy camera bundle available The best bundle on sale right now in terms of the best discount is the EufyCam S220 with the 4-Cam Kit bundle , going for $309.98 (originally $519.99) after a 40% discount. This bundle includes four EufyCam S220s, which have 2K resolution, a 135-degree field of view, up to six months of battery life, two-way audio, an IP67 waterproof rating, human face detection, a spotlight, and 16GB of video storage (which is about three months worth). It also comes with a HomeBase 2, which is the hub you need to set up your cameras with you...

These Milwaukee Tool Sets Are Up to 55% Off at Home Depot

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If you are looking to build out a cordless tool set, getting started can be tough. Buying the tools individually can cost more than buying a set, but buying set requires a lot of money all at once. Right now, Home Depot is having a sale on tool sets that will make it easier to build out your own library. Here are a few of the best deals. M18 18V Lithium-Ion Cordless 9 tool combo kit This 9 tool kit is $599 right now—50% off its regular price. The kit comes with a drill and an impact driver, as well as a high torque impact wrench for tackling larger nuts and bolts and driving lag bolts. Also included are a circular saw, a reciprocating saw, and an oscillating tool; these three are a good starting point for a home tool kit, as they will allow you to handle larger, longer cuts on flat surfaces like plywood, quick cuts with the sawzall, and a variety of smaller, more specialized cuts with the sawzall. A cut-off grinder rounds out the kit's cutting capability; you can use it for maki...

Netflix Is Nixing App Store Billing for Everyone

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I'm one of those longtime Netflix subscribers who pays for the streaming service via Apple's App Store. Too bad for me: Netflix has announced that it is eliminating this billing option, and the company has begun informing people that they'll have to start paying the streaming giant directly. As first reported first by The Streamable , this move affects people in the U.S. and Canada, as well as other territories. Even though I haven't received this email from Netflix yet, it's probably only a matter of time before it comes in and I'm forced to make the switch. Why Netflix is cutting off App Store billing For years now, large companies have had issues selling in-app purchases and subscriptions via Apple's App Store. This is because Apple takes a 30% commission from every in-app purchase you make via the App Store. If you've subscribed for over a year, Apple reduces its cut to 15%, but companies such as Netflix and Spotify are unwilling to pay even that. ...

The Boox Palma Is a Nearly Perfect Phone-sized E-reader

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If you've ever owned a dedicated e-reader with a grayscale e-ink screen (as opposed to a tablet with a backlit LCD screen), chances are good it was one of the many varieties of the Amazon Kindle . Barnes & Noble is still making Nooks, but few people buy them, and you have to have done your research to have even heard of wannabe Kindle killers from the likes of Kobo (a Canadian company owned by the Japanese retail giant Rakuten). But if you're going no farther than the latest iteration of Amazon's e-reader, you're missing out on some of the best devices on the market—even if they're from companies you've never heard of, like Onyx International, a Chinese tech company that's been making e-ink devices since 2011. I still remember the first time I saw someone reading an Onyx Boox tablet on the subway; my assumption was that it was a cheap knockoff (c'mon... Boox ?). I was wrong. Not only are companies like Kobo and Onyx regularly trumping Amazon when i...

These Are the Best Antivirus Apps for Macs in 2024

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There are certainly fewer viruses around targeting Macs—partly because it makes more sense for bad actors to target Windows, which has a significantly bigger user base—but macOS is certainly not immune to viruses . Don't think that just because you own an Apple computer, you don't have to worry about malware. Your Mac comes with some impressive security features built right in, including XProtect and Gatekeeper , but there's no harm in installing extra protection for extra peace of mind—the right antivirus tool is only going to improve your Mac's defenses, and some of the best anti-malware software developers out there offer packages for macOS. What's more, they often come with extras besides the virus-fighting capabilities, including web tracker blocking and junk file removal. Here we've picked out our current favorites, weighing up everything from the ease-of-use of the interface to the range of features. Malwarebytes for Mac ...

The Best Tools and Gadgets to Keep Your Bathroom Clean

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Cleaning the bathroom is one of those things you’ll always have to do. It’s very Sisyphean, but the methods you use to do it don’t have to be ancient. Modern technology has produced some cool cleaning gadgets that will get your bathroom sparkling fast—and with less work from you.  Tools for cleaning the bathroom floor Cleaning the bathroom floor is a pain because you have to scrunch down and scrub in a tiny little space. Let these devices help you out.  Swap your robot vacuum for a vacuum/mop combo that can help you keep your tile or vinyl floor nice and clean. The Eureka E10s ($599.99) is a pricier option that self-empties. The Tikom G8000 ($159.99) is more affordable and cleans in straight rows instead of the zig-zag pattern that other LiDAR-powered models use, which is just right for a small space.  A silicone sweeper, like this one from Nodirz ($11.99) is super useful around the house, but especially in the bathroom, where it pulls dirt an...

These Are the Best Gaming Routers to Buy in 2024

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A solid router is a key part of a reliable gaming setup, but with so many options to choose from, it can be hard to sort through the noise. Luckily, there are a few options that stand out above the rest. Why you should consider a gaming router But why do you need to purchase a gaming router? Surely, a regular wifi router will do the trick, right? Of course, the answer there is that, yeah, the regular router is going to be more than enough for most gaming needs. However, gaming routers often have high bandwidth support, and they often come with additional features that can help make your gaming experience better. These features can range from easier port forwarding functionality (which you'll need to get the best connection to game servers) to lag optimization settings that can help cut down on the number of bandwidth issues and jitters you might see during gameplay—a very important feature for those of us that like to play competitive games online. TP-Link Archer C5400X ...

Is Using LinkedIn’s 'Open to Work' Badge Helping or Hurting Your Job Search?

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Current job seekers have access to an unprecedented array of programs, platforms, and other online tools designed to make the tedious and time-consuming task of finding employment a little easier. Unfortunately, knowing how and when to use them isn't always straightforward. Take LinkedIn's "Open to Work" feature , for example. Starting in 2020 , the platform's users have been able to add a green frame to their profile photo reading "#OPENTOWORK," and are given the option of either making it visible to anyone who looks at their profile, or only to recruiters. In the years since, some big opinions have emerged about what is, at least appearance-wise, a relatively small aspect of a job-seeker's LinkedIn profile—including from career experts who encourage people to use it , and others who advise against it, claiming it makes people look desperate . Of course, it's more complicated than always embracing or avoiding the optional profile photo frame. ...

This Eton Elite Executive Radio Is on Sale for $150 Right Now

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You can get Amazon’s Choice radio, the Eton Elite Executive, on sale for $149.99 right now (reg. $249.99). Radio is a dying art form, but some people still love them—and they’re great to have in an emergency, like a blackout or severe thunderstorm, so you can still hear weather and news updates even if your local network is down. It can receive any type of radio wavelengths like AM and FM with RDS, LW, and shortwave, even VHF aircraft band and Single Sideband (SSB). It has both automatic and manual digital tuning options, as well as options for AC adapter use or battery power. The Eton Elite Executive radio is a little pricey, but if you want to spend the extra change to get a high-quality radio that’ll actually last more than a few years, this can be a great option. You can get the Eton Elite Executive radio on sale for $149.99 right now (reg. $249.99), though prices can change at any time. Author: StackCommerce * This article was originally publish...

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds Are $50 Off Right Now

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When it comes to the best noise-canceling earbuds , none do it better than the Bose QuietComfort Ultra , which you can get right now for $249 (originally $299). I can say this is the best price they've been after checking my usual price tracking tools . (If you'd rather have noise-canceling over-ear headphones, check out our roundup to determine the best fit for you.) The Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds are great at tuning out low and high frequencies alike. The included ear tip options make it easier to ensure a snug fit, which is crucial for noise canceling. After improving on 2022's Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II , the third generation of the QuietComfort earbuds from 2023 improved some aspects of an already very good pair of earbuds. The active noise cancellation (ANC) technology is the same, but Bose added spatial audio (they call it immersive audio), which is a way of hearing the world around you with your earbuds on. They also added AptX Adaptive codec, so that yo...

A Micro Combined Heat and Power Generator Will Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

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Reducing energy costs is a top priority for homeowners these days—not to mention having an efficient and reliable home energy system. Home heating is often a high energy user, so having an efficient system for that can reduce your energy costs significantly. Imagine if you could combine efficient heating with power production. You can: it's called a micro combined heat and power (mCHP) generator. Where did mCHP generators come from? Originally designed for use in manufacturing, combined heat and power generators are single appliances that can generate power from propane at the same time as they generate heat and hot water. The system can be self-contained so that it doesn’t rely on electricity from the grid and can include solar and battery storage, making it resilient during power outages as well. A micro CHP or mCHP generator is the same idea, but scaled for individual homes. Micro CHP generators are extremely efficient A mCHP generator captures excess heat produced by i...

Building a DIY Solar Panel Is Surprisingly Straightforward

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Solar energy is magic, really. You place a bulky panel in the sun and electricity is created from thin air, ready to power anything you need. It’s cheap, pays for itself in a relatively short period of time, and it’s absolutely renewable. Of course, the cost of installing a solar panel system at your home can be kind of terrifying—on average, it’ll cost you about $25,000 . A lot of that cost is labor and other materials, but the solar panels themselves aren’t exactly cheap, ranging in price from around $200 to $300 depending on wattage and the type of panel. Those prices might lead you to wonder if you can’t just make your own solar panels. The answer is, you sure can. If you’re moderately handy, have ever used a soldering iron, and understand basic electricity principles, you can definitely whip up your own solar panels. All the stuff you need can be ordered online or found at your local hardware store, and the process isn’t very diff...