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Nokia's New Retro Throwback Could Be The Swiss Army Knife Of Phones

staff@bgr.com (Jonathan Sayers) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:17:00 +0000

HMD is responsible for utilizing the Nokia brand in the phone market, with products like this practical, rugged, and long-lasting model.

What Happens To Xfinity Routers That Lose Software Support?

staff@bgr.com (Faith Leroux) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Some people stick with the same router for years, especially if they're somebody who rents their router from their internet service provider.

A Google TV Update Brought Thousands Of New Titles - Here's How To Watch Them

staff@bgr.com (Kyle Schurman) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:15:00 +0000

A major Google TV update has quietly expanded what content you can watch for free. Here's what changed, who can access it, and where to find it.

This One Setting Could Be Ruining Your YouTube Music Playlists

staff@bgr.com (Suzanne Bonnett) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:17:00 +0000

When your YouTube Music playlist ends and the algorithm takes over, it can ruin the mood. Here's a simple way to preserve the atmosphere.

If Your Monitor Is Stuck In A Bright Room, Try This

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:17:00 +0000

Screen glare can wreak havoc on your eyes and productivity, but you can take steps to reduce it. Here's what to do if your monitor is stuck in a bright room.

5 Apple Watch Accessories You Should Avoid

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:17:00 +0000

There are several mistakes people make with Apple Watch accessories, and many stem from habits that were formed when buying smartphone accessories.

This Smartphone Habit Can Help Your Wireless Keyboard's Lifespan Too

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:17:00 +0000

You already do this for your phone, now try it at your desk. Discover how one basic battery charging rule can extend your wireless keyboard's lifespan.

4 Ways To Find Free Charging Ports Every EV Owner Should Know

staff@bgr.com (Suzanne Bonnett) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:17:00 +0000

While EVs are often touted as cheaper alternatives to conventional vehicles, charging costs can quickly add up -- unless you can find free charging ports

DuckDuckGo Trolls Meta With 'Anti-Surveillance' Sunglasses

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0000

Privacy-focused search engine creator DuckDuckGo is trolling Meta by introducing its "anti-surveillance" counterpart to the Facebook owner's AI-infused glasses.

How To Watch Grand Theft Auto 6: An Extended Look (And What To Expect)

staff@bgr.com (Nichols deCourville) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0000

GTA 6 is almost here, but Rockstar and Netflix are teaming up to give you an early look. Discover where to tune in live and what fans can expect to see.

The Biggest Obstacle To This Offshore Solar Farm Isn't Saltwater - It's Barnacles

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Saltwater isn't impeding offshore solar, ocean hitchhikers are! Discover how this sea life is threatening marine panels and how engineers plan to scrape back.

What Happened To OnePlus? How The 'Flagship Killer' Lost Its Identity

staff@bgr.com (Asad Kashif) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:47:00 +0000

OnePlus broke onto the smartphone space with its "Flagship Killer" identity, but today it is as mainstream as any other competitor. Here's what led to this.

A New Google Maps Bug Is Breaking A Critical Feature For Android Auto Users

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:39:57 +0000

A Google Maps bug is rearing its head again, but this time its affecting a Maps feature Android Auto users rely on for travel times.

Sam Rockwell Nearly Turned Down This Sci-Fi Movie That Made Him A Critics' Favorite

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:17:00 +0000

Sam Rockwell is a national treasure, who has worked in some absolutely terrific movies with some amazing directors, including David Bowie's son, Duncan Jones.

4 Major Disadvantages Of E Ink Displays

staff@bgr.com (Eduardo Ariedo) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:17:00 +0000

E Ink is great for reading, but certain tasks make its limitations show up pretty quickly. These downsides still apply even with the latest E Ink tech.

AI-Generated Music Is Everywhere, But Study Shows Only 3% Of Listeners Can Tell The Difference

staff@bgr.com (Jonathan Sayers) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Can you spot fake tracks? AI music is quietly taking over playlists. Here's how to spot bot-made songs, and which streaming services are starting to ban them.

Apple Announces 'Surprise And Shine' iPhone 18 Pro And Foldable September Event

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:20:42 +0000

Apple has officially confirmed that it will host its 'Surprise and shine' event on September 9, likely to reveal the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra.

5 Incredible Marvel Characters That The MCU Completely Ruined

staff@bgr.com (Nick Staniforth) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0000

While the MCU has delivered some amazing character arcs, we've also had characters that couldn't live up to their full potential. Here are the worst offenders.

Should You Put Your Speakers On Stands?

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:17:00 +0000

If you have bookshelf speakers or you're trying to build a home theatre setup and are wondering if you should use a speaker stand, here's the answer.

The Motorola Razr Fold Has One Major Advantage Over The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

staff@bgr.com (Jules Wang) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:47:00 +0000

Motorola's Razr Fold takes on Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 at the same $1,900 price, with one key hardware advantage that could sway potential buyers.