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Why There's Simply No Need For Scanners Anymore

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Thu, 21 May 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Dedicated scanners still feature prominently in many homes and offices, but for the average user, there's no real need to digitize documents on a flatbed.

5 Of The Best Big Tablets You Can Buy In 2026

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Wed, 20 May 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Big tablets are perfect for watching content and getting work done on the go without carrying a laptop everywhere. Here are the best ones to consider.

Tesla Cybertruck Driver's 'Wade Mode' Drive Lands His EV In A Lake And Him In Jail

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 20 May 2026 20:17:00 +0000

One of the Cybertruck's many features includes a Wade Mode for traversing water, but one driver found out it's not a free pass to drive into a lake.

4 Disadvantages To Soundbar Audio You Need To Know About

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Wed, 20 May 2026 19:17:00 +0000

A soundbar is an easy upgrade over TV speakers, but it's not the right solution for everyone. A few common drawbacks are worth knowing about first.

3 New Features Added To The Disney+ App In May 2026

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 20 May 2026 18:47:00 +0000

The Disney+ and Hulu merger just took a massive leap. See what's changed and how these latest updates will affect your streaming experience on both platforms.

What George Lucas' Former Star Wars Partner, Gary Kurtz, Thought Of The Prequels

staff@bgr.com (Lisa Jo Rudy) — Wed, 20 May 2026 18:17:00 +0000

Gary Kurtz was a pivotal figure in the creation of "Star Wars," but even he wasn't entirely on board with what happened in the prequels.

Scientists Show That Routers Can Be Used To Track Your Movements Through Walls

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 20 May 2026 17:17:00 +0000

The ultimate spy tool is already in your home. Discover how researchers transformed an everyday Wi-Fi router into a device that sees through walls.

5 New Features Added To Apple Home In iOS 26

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Wed, 20 May 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Apple's Home app hasn't received a huge overhaul in iOS 26 so far, but that doesn't mean there aren't useful new features included, such as these five.

How Much Phone Data Do You Actually Need?

staff@bgr.com (Faith Leroux) — Wed, 20 May 2026 16:17:00 +0000

How much phone data you need depends on your individual usage, but certain steps help determine an ideal range to avoid data shortages or overcharges.

4 Cool Things You Didn't Know Your iPhone's Weather App Can Do

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Wed, 20 May 2026 15:17:00 +0000

You might rely on your iPhone Weather app to help plan your day, but you're probably not making full use of it. Here are four cool hidden things the app can do.

8 Cool New iOS 27 Accessibility Features You Can Look Forward To In The Fall

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Wed, 20 May 2026 15:02:26 +0000

Apple has revealed eight new accessibility features that will rollout as part of iOS 27 sometime this fall, all designed to make their devices easier to use.

Regular Kindles Are Great, But The Smart Money Buys The Kids Edition Instead

staff@bgr.com (Eduardo Ariedo) — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:47:00 +0000

Some Amazon shoppers might hesitate to buy a Kindle Kids, but exploring its benefits shows why the device's $20 premium is worth it in more ways than one.

G.I. Joe's '80s Relaunch Involved A Special Arrangement With The National Guard

staff@bgr.com (Alan Bradley) — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:17:00 +0000

G.I. Joe has been around since the '60s and was the first line of action figures that could be posed however kids wanted, unlike the little green army men.

NASA's New 'Space Gas Station' Will Change The Way Astronauts Re-Fuel

staff@bgr.com (Jonathan Sayers) — Thu, 21 May 2026 10:17:00 +0000

NASA and other space agencies have put plenty of things in orbit, including space stations, satellites, and even a car, but not a gas station.

4 Things You Need To Try Before Replacing Your Old Kindle

staff@bgr.com (Jonathan Sayers) — Wed, 20 May 2026 23:17:00 +0000

Just because you have an older Kindle doesn't mean you have to give up on it, as many problems can be dealt with by yourself instead of costly repairs.

If You Own A TCL Google TV, A Free Visual Upgrade Could Be On The Way

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Thu, 21 May 2026 00:17:00 +0000

It's always a fun little gift when TV manufacturers update their TVs, even older models, with visual updates that can improve the movie-watching experience.

Prime Video Has An Animated Batman Series With A Near-Perfect Rotten Tomatoes Score

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Wed, 20 May 2026 22:17:00 +0000

You'll recognize some familiar names attached to this acclaimed show. See why you should watch the first season now, and find out when to expect Season 2.

Japan's New Hypersonic Engine Could Make 2-Hour Flights To The US A Reality

staff@bgr.com (Alan Bradley) — Wed, 20 May 2026 21:41:13 +0000

The supersonic Concorde airplane took, at most, 3.5 hours to travel from New York to London, with its fastest travel time being two hours and 52 minutes.

Your Next Amazon Kindle Might Feature A Battery You Can Replace Yourself

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 20 May 2026 20:47:00 +0000

While there are still some Android phones with replaceable batteries, that feature has been noticeably absent on most mobile devices for some time.

8 Of The Worst Places To Put Home Security Cameras

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Mamiit) — Wed, 20 May 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Some camera positions can do more harm than good. Here's how to avoid common mistakes and pick the most effective locations for your security camera.