Although it competed for years with the Android and iPhone ecosystems, BlackBerry exited the smartphone hardware business about a decade ago as buyers preferred touchscreen phones with reliable software and large app stores to handsets with built-in physical QWERTY keyboards. 9But in 2026, we see an unusual trend in today’s smartphone market: the resurgence of BlackBerry-style phone experiences. BlackBerry is not back to making its own smartphones. Instead, we offer two distinct ways to use QWERTY keyboards that buyers might enjoy. First up, we have the Clicks keyboard accessories that work with select iPhone and Android devices. Next, various…
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There are many ways to watch live TV today. Although some choose cable, there are plenty of live TV streaming platforms to choose from. Two such options are YouTube TV and Fubo. Both are streaming services that offer access to hundreds of channels, including news, sports, and entertainment. Although they work similarly, there are reasons to favor one over the other. To answer the central question, we think that overall, YouTube TV is the best choice for most users. While Fubo offers slightly lower prices and more plan options, YouTube TV includes popular channels in its entertainment lineup that…
People put their smartphones in cases for a multitude of reasons. Many use them to protect their handset from drops and scrapes, or to have a better grip to prevent those drops in the first place. Alternatively, they may want to add new features such as card holders or kickstands, or give their device a new or stylish look. Phone cases come in all shapes and sizes and use a range of materials, some of which can be problematic. If a case has a sturdy or bulky design and uses materials like thick plastic or leather, the dense material could…
shine.graphics/Shutterstock In an age when so many devices rely on seamless internet connectivity, even slight slowdowns can disrupt everyday tasks. From streaming content to downloading files, it all depends on the internet speed your device receives. Keep in mind that simply opting for a fast internet plan isn’t enough. You also need to make sure the router doesn’t interfere with nearby gadgets. A wide range of devices and gadgets interfere with your router, and many of them are present in almost every home. Gadgets like baby monitors, cordless phones, Bluetooth speakers, security cameras, smart TVs, and even unshielded power cables…
Taylor Swift has been a major trendsetter for years. In addition to making cottagecore a thing, the famous singer also popularized a particular analog-inspired camcorder. Spotted rocking what appeared to be a classic Super-8 camera at the Kansas City Chiefs game in December 2025, fans quickly identified the nostalgic-looking piece as the Camp Snap CS-8. As an innovative $200 camera, it doesn’t really stand out for its raw power. Still, the CS-8 has garnered rave reviews from users and camera-centric media. So what gives? Why is this little camera, inspired by Super-8, such a hot item among “young people”? It’s…
Apple’s gadgets are considered among the best in almost every category they exist in, even though they are generally more expensive than alternatives. Apple’s high prices are partly due to its high-quality standards, which are reflected in its hardware and software. If you want to buy Apple products at a lower cost, you can take advantage of our thrifty electronics shopping tips. This way, you will be able to acquire its devices without emptying your bank account. The most obvious way to get Apple products cheaply is to buy them used or refurbished. However, despite the potential savings you’ll…
Apple CEO Tim Cook released his annual Memorial Day tribute on X, continuing a long tradition of recognizing America’s service members on national holidays of remembrance. Read his message below. Tim Cook joins Memorial Day tributes. Every year on Memorial Day, Tim Cook posts a message honoring fallen American soldiers. Earlier today, he shared this year’s message, saying the sacrifice of fallen soldiers is “the foundation of the freedom we enjoy.” You can see Cook’s message below: On this Memorial Day, we remember the many people whose courage has shaped who we are as a nation. Their sacrifice is the…
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to use the many Apple (and NeXT) operating systems released over the past 40 years, the Virtual OS Museum has what you need and more. Here are the details. “Over 1,700 installations, representing over 250 different platforms and over 600 distinct operating systems” As spotted by BoingBoing, the Virtual OS Museum is a project by developer Andrew Warkentin that provides a way to run over 1,700 pre-installed operating systems and standalone applications in emulation, covering over 250 platforms and approximately 600 distinct operating systems from 1948 to the present. The project is…
A new TV is a major investment, one that can easily run into the thousands of dollars if you buy a large OLED or want to future-proof your multimedia experience by opting for 8 K resolution. Given their price, the last thing you want is to splurge on your dream TV and end up with crushing buyer’s remorse when it goes on sale a few weeks after you bought it. Given how volatile the TV market is and how often manufacturers and retailers offer dramatically discounted prices, this type of sales FOMO is a legitimate concern. Probably, shopping at a…
Nuclear power is not 100% clean, but it generates enormous amounts of energy while producing far less direct pollution than fossil fuels. This could be an important tool for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, although it carries major risks highlighted by the worst nuclear disasters of all time and leads to the creation of nuclear waste. One thing that makes it more dangerous is the strange blue light you often see in photos of nuclear reactors, and its source is fascinating. This blue light is called Cherenkov radiation and results from protons and electrons (electrically charged particles) moving faster than light…