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[ad_1] Venmo, the PayPal-owned mobile-payment service, is introducing a Venmo Teen Account for 13- to 17-year-olds that the company says offers convenience and the chance to learn about money. Parents or guardians must open the accounts, which include a debit card, Venmo said Monday. “Venmo is a natural place for teens to learn how to engage …

Venmo Teen Accounts Aim to Offer Financial Flexibility but Keep Parents in Charge Read More »

[ad_1] Energy shortfalls could affect two-thirds of North America this summer, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation warns in its latest report.  Periods of “extreme demand” on our energy resources will occur if temperatures spike this season, said NERC, a regulatory authority that oversees the reliability of North America’s electrical infrastructure. Areas the NERC said …

Most of the US at ‘Elevated Risk’ of Energy Shortfalls This Summer, NERC Warns Read More »

[ad_1] The cheaper graphics cards in a given line aren’t the most exciting to discuss — they’re always about what’s been stripped away to make them meet certain price points, size and power requirements — but that’s true for a lot of products that people need to buy rather than just talk about. Nvidia’s latest …

GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Review: A Smart Upgrade for Your Older PC Read More »

[ad_1] Have your eyes ever felt like two peeled grapes watching a microwave spin?  If so, you might be suffering from the effects of excessive screen time. As it turns out, staring at our phones, tablets and laptops for too many hours a day is not good for our eyes. It can cause symptoms of …

Screens Are Hurting Your Eyes. Here’s What You Can Do to Save Them Read More »

[ad_1] Many of us use tech to help us track and manage our sleeping patterns. It’s not hard to see why — it can help spot issues and diagnose sleep disorders. But they’re not all the same. There are a lot of options out there for sleep tracking and testing. Many devices even look the …

Is Your Smartwatch as Good as an At-Home Sleep Test? Read More »

[ad_1] If you’ve noticed your hearing has gotten worse or have to blare the TV just to hear it, you may be considering an over-the-counter hearing aid, which you can now purchase online. OTC hearing aids are available for adults with varying levels of hearing loss. And now you have more options than just the traditional …

Here’s How to Decide Between In-Ear vs. Behind-Ear Hearing Aids Read More »

[ad_1] Takeout is easy — maybe a little too easy. I, for one, have fallen into the habit of ordering noodles, pizza and curry far more often than I probably should. And I don’t always make the healthiest food or financial decisions in those hungry moments with a menu splayed out in front of me. With …

Is a Meal Subscription Cheaper than Takeout? We Do the Math Read More »

[ad_1] Each new generation of Google’s Pixel A-series phones comes with fewer compromises than the last. That’s truer than ever with the Pixel 7A, which costs $499 and bears striking similarity to the $599 Pixel 7. After reviewing both phones, I’m convinced the Pixel 7A is the best value for most people. Both phones run …

Pixel 7 vs. Pixel 7A: Google’s Cheaper Phone Is the Winner Read More »

[ad_1] HBO Max is now officially Max, the revamped streaming service that merges HBO Max and Discovery Plus’ libraries. Today, new movies and shows premiere on the service, including a SmartLess docuseries and a family-friendly Gremlins cartoon. (Shazam! Fury of the Gods isn’t totally new, but it’s included in the list below too). Here’s more about …

HBO Max Is Now Max: New Movies and TV Shows You Can Watch Right Now Read More »

[ad_1] The future of gaming is here, and it’s cloud-based. With Amazon Luna gaming gear, you can enjoy tons of great games — from AAA titles to charming indies — without a console or powerful PC rig. And right now, you can snag some for less during Amazon’s Gaming Week sale. The online retailer is …

Enjoy Your Games Wherever With Deals on Amazon Luna Cloud Gaming Gear Read More »