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Amazon's New Fire TV Stick Looks Like A Major Upgrade - Here's What We Know

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Amazon has unveiled a new Fire TV Stick with a bevvy of upgrades that make it easier than ever for users to experience the Prime Video streaming service.

One Of Ghostbusters' Most Iconic Characters Was Originally Cut From The Sequel

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:17:00 +0000

Ghostbusters II has often been criticized for recycling too many story beats from the first film, but it almost cut one iconic element altogether.

Your iPad Has A Power Bank Feature You're Probably Not Using

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:17:00 +0000

If you have an Apple iPad with a USB-C port, there is an integrated power bank feature that you may be missing out on, but is very easy to use.

Every Samsung Phone And Tablet Getting A Price Hike In 2026

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Samsung quietly raised prices on a wide range of Galaxy products in 2026, covering phones, tablets, and laptops. Here's every affected model and what changed.

This New Google Messages Feature Fixes One Of Its Greatest Frustrations

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Google Messages has a number of highly requested new features slowly trickling out, with the latest meant to avoid accidentally deleting messages.

George Takei Called This Star Trek Parody A 'Chillingly Realistic Documentary'

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:17:00 +0000

Legendary "Star Trek" actor George Takei once shared some rather amusing thoughts on the cult classic 1999 sci-fi parody movie "Galaxy Quest."

Did The Beulr App Survive After Shark Tank? Here's What Happened After Season 13

staff@bgr.com (Molly McLaughlin) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Known for its inspirational connection to Ferris Bueller's Day Off, the Beulr app debuted on Shark tank season 13.

5 Of The Best T-Mobile Android Deals In April 2026

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:47:00 +0000

T-Mobile has a host of great deals on Android phones available this April from major brands like Samsung, Motorola, and Google. Here are the best ones.

AirPods Max 2 Review: A Bigger Upgrade Than You Think

staff@bgr.com (Christian de Looper) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:17:00 +0000

You might not be able to tell the difference between the AirPods Max 2 and the originals at a glance, but the internal upgrades are a big deal.

The Alarm Clock Consumer Reports Recommends For A Better Night's Sleep

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:17:00 +0000

An alarm clock recommended by Consumer Reports promises gentler wake-ups, sleep sounds, and a calmer start to the day than your phone.

Old And Unsupported Kindles Might Become The Best Tech Deal Of 2026

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:47:00 +0000

Amazon is discontinuing older Kindles that were released before 2013, but they may prove just as valuable as new Kindles to the right people.

Who Is Mara Jade? Luke Skywalker's Non-Canon Wife In Star Wars, Explained

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Casual Star Wars fans might have never heard of Luke Skywalker's wife, who seems like she was kept in a dungeon by movies and TV show creators.

10 Handy Uses For NFC Tags Around The House

staff@bgr.com (Jay Bonggolto) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Whether it's added efficiency when you're doing chores, or you need to enhance your work from home environment, NFC tags make automating your home convenient.

This Lenovo Android Tablet Takes Audio To The Next Level

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Looking for an Android tablet that offers superior audio quality, but won't break the bank? Check out this Lenovo model with built-in JBL speakers.

5 Clever Bluetooth Gadgets For Your MacBook

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:17:00 +0000

Amazon is loaded with Bluetooth gadgets, but these five clever devices have been selected specifically to improve the functionality of your MacBook.

Google Is Testing A New Android Feature To Solve Your Storage Problems

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:17:00 +0000

If you're running into a constant warning that your storage is full on your Android device, an upcoming feature may help you with managing storage space.

Are Rugged Phone Cases Actually Worth The Bulky Look?

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Rugged phone cases aren't as stylish or sleek as slim models, but they look that way because they're designed for a specific type of smartphone owner.

Change These 4 Samsung Camera Settings Now For Better Photos

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:47:00 +0000

If you never alter the settings in a Samsung's camera app before you snap a picture or record a video, you're not using the camera to its fullest potential.

This $14 Gadget Lets You Add More Ethernet Ports To Your Router

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:17:00 +0000

If you're looking to run wired connections but only have a handful of Ethernet ports on your router, this inexpensive gadget is exactly what you need.

QR Codes Are Everywhere – So Why Haven't We Run Out Yet?

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:47:00 +0000

QR codes have become ubiquitous short cuts for everything from account log-ins to restaurant menus, but are we at risk of running out of codes?