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Amazon Slashes the Price of the 2018 iPad under $250 Before Christmas

By Mark Lavoie on March 28, 2025

When it comes to smartphones, there is a clear dichotomy: Android versus Apple. Even though there are often clear similarities between both operating systems, there is a certain level of loyalty deeply rooted on either side. Occasionally, an Apple user will convert to Android and vice versa, but for the most part, people stay on one side and never cross… Continue reading "Amazon Slashes the Price of the 2018 iPad under $250 Before Christmas"
Emerging Tech
Unusual Nature-Inspired Robot is Equally at Home on Land or in Water

By Mark Lavoie on March 28, 2025

Biomimicry, the concept of modellng systems found in nature to solve complex problems, is popular among roboticists. But while the robots that result from it can gain the strengths of particular forms of animal locomotion or other abilities, they also adopt the species’ same limitations. For example, an aquatic fish-inspired swimming robot may be really adept at moving in water,… Continue reading "Unusual Nature-Inspired Robot is Equally at Home on Land or in Water"
Smart Home
Stolen Ring Video Doorbell Streams Video of its Theft in Progress

By Mark Lavoie on March 28, 2025

A rash of ironic Ring Video Doorbell thefts in a Denver neighborhood raises questions about how much security the smart home devices actually provide. Fortunately, the homeowner and the Denver police have a video of the theft in progress recorded and streamed by the stolen device, The Denver Channel reports. According to Andrienne Bursey, the victim of the recorded theft, her… Continue reading "Stolen Ring Video Doorbell Streams Video of its Theft in Progress"
Mobile
Apple iPad Pro 11 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 | Spec Comparison

By Mark Lavoie on March 27, 2025

The once-booming tablet market has slowed significantly in recent years, but there are still some great devices available. If you’re after a powerful portable tablet that could double up as a laptop replacement, you’ll want to consider what Apple and Samsung have to offer. In this comparison, the best Android tablet right now goes up against arguably the best iPad,… Continue reading "Apple iPad Pro 11 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 | Spec Comparison"
Computing
Snatch Apple’s 2017 15-inch MacBook Pro for up to $1,200 off at B&H

By Mark Lavoie on March 26, 2025

For Apple fans searching out a great deal on a new 15-inch MacBook Pro, B&H is offering the ultimate bargain with up to $1,200 off on two top-of-the-line machines. You’ll need to want a maxed out configuration with the current listings presenting 3.1 GHz Intel Core i7 quad-core CPUs with 16GB of RAM, and AMD Radeon Pro 560 (4GB GGDR5) GPUs. Shoppers opting… Continue reading "Snatch Apple’s 2017 15-inch MacBook Pro for up to $1,200 off at B&H"
Gaming
Take-Two Interactive Sues GTA Online Modder for $150,000 in Damages

By Mark Lavoie on March 25, 2025

Take-Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games, continues its crackdown on GTA Online modders with a new lawsuit that seeks $150,000 in damages. Mods in GTA Online, the online component of Grand Theft Auto V, allow players to cheat and gain unfair advantages over other players. Take-Two has recently ramped up its actions against GTA Online mods, with the… Continue reading "Take-Two Interactive Sues GTA Online Modder for $150,000 in Damages"

Author: Mark Lavoie

Amazon Slashes the Price of the 2018 iPad under $250 Before Christmas

Unusual Nature-Inspired Robot is Equally at Home on Land or in Water

Stolen Ring Video Doorbell Streams Video of its Theft in Progress

Apple iPad Pro 11 Vs. Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 | Spec Comparison

Snatch Apple’s 2017 15-inch MacBook Pro for up to $1,200 off at B&H

Take-Two Interactive Sues GTA Online Modder for $150,000 in Damages

Apple’s Foldable iPhone: Here’s Everything We Know

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