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Solar Panel Farms May Be The Solution To California's Water And Power Supply Problems

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

A pilot project in California is covering irrigation canals with solar panels, and early estimates suggest it could save billions of gallons of water per year.

Ray Romano Starred In An Underrated HBO Max Sci-Fi Series That Was A Hit With Critics

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0000

The last person you'd expect to see in a scifi project is Ray Romano, but sometimes the best projects are those with the last people you'd expect to see.

10 Of The Best Wireless Power Banks For iPhone & Android

staff@bgr.com (Nick Fernandez) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Power banks keep you connected whether you're in an airport or on an off-grid adventure. Get the right one for you by learning about specs and capabilities.

What Makes Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 Consoles Different From American Ones?

staff@bgr.com (Asad Kashif) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Buying a Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan comes with a different set of rules than buying one anywhere else, tied to language, accounts, and even pricing details.

4 Smart Devices Homeowners Should Think Twice Before Buying

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

From unpatched firmware to data tracking, some tech isn't worth the risk. Discover 4 smart home device categories that often prioritize features over security.

What Is The Button On A Portable Power Bank For?

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Your portable power bank is a fairly straightforward and simple device to use, but what does the button you can find on your device do?

Ditch Siri For These 5 iOS Compatible Alternatives

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Apple's operating system might seem like a closed system, but users aren't locked in to using only Siri for all of their every day questions.

What The LED Colors On Your Amazon Echo Speaker Actually Mean

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:17:00 +0000

The LED on your Amazon Echo Speaker has a number of color settings that tell you what's going on with your device. Here's what they mean.

You Shouldn't Wait For The Google Pixel 11 — Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Christine Persaud) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Holding out for the next Pixel model sounds reasonable in theory, but the specs we've seen so far don't really paint a picture worth waiting for.

5 Best Cyberpunk Movies Ever Made, Ranked

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:17:00 +0000

If you're ready to dive headfirst into the cyberpunk genre but don't know where to start, consider these five cyberpunk movies that rank as the best ever made.

Future Xbox Tech Might Let You Digitize Physical Games

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:53:11 +0000

Hot on the heels of PlayStation announcing the end of disc-based games, reports have surfaced that Xbox is working on a system that will digitize old discs.

Your Bose QuietComfort Headphone Buttons Do More Than Pause Music

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

There buttons on your Bose QuietComfort Headphones are useful for pausing your music in a pinch, but they actually allow you to do much more.

Not Netgear, Not TP-Link: This Mesh Wi-Fi Router Gets Consumer Reports' Top Score

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Mesh wi-fi routers need to work with speed and reliability, but there's only one brand that can hold the top spot after Consumer Reports' close examination.

11 Things Your iPhone's Notes App Can Do (Besides Taking Notes)

staff@bgr.com (Khamosh Pathak) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:02:00 +0000

Apple's no stranger to packing its apps with handy features, and the simple Notes app is no exception. Step up your game with these tips and tricks.

Why Do TV Remotes Feel So Cheap?

staff@bgr.com (Sead Fadilpasic) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

A $50 streaming stick can ship with a sleek Bluetooth remote, so why does the TV next to it still come with a clunky button-covered brick?

Here's How Much Your Original Nintendo Wii Is Worth Today

staff@bgr.com (Noelle Corbett) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:47:00 +0000

The Nintendo Wii was a revolutionary console when it first released, with its Nunchuk controller that got players to move while playing their favorite games.

Tommy Lee Jones' First Sci-Fi Movie Was Written (But Never Seen) By John Carpenter

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0000

John Carpenter was responsible for the first sci-fi movie to star legendary actor Tommy Lee Jones, but Carpenter has still not seen the movie to this day.

The US iPhone 18 Pro Might Have A Major Hardware Difference (For Better Or Worse)

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:50:44 +0000

From regional battery tech to connectivity limitations, the U.S. version of the next iPhone may feature a major component shift. Here is the breakdown.

Who Owns Waze And How Does The App Make Money?

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Waze is a free, crowd-funded alternative to popular navigation apps like Google Maps. But what company is behind Waze, and how does it manage to stay afloat?

Why Smartwatches Don't Use USB-C Ports (Even Though It's Faster)

staff@bgr.com (Noelle Corbett) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Smartwatches don't use USB-C ports for charging, even though standardizing would solve a variety of problems. Here's why the gadget makers do their own thing.