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These Keyboard Shortcuts Let You Control YouTube Videos Like A Pro

staff@bgr.com (Marinel Sigue) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Watching YouTube is something millions of people do every day, but did you know these keyboard shortcuts exist to make the experience more controllable?

4 Graphics Cards More Powerful Than The Steam Machine's

staff@bgr.com (Marcus Mears III) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:17:00 +0000

The Steam Machine may be for sale at a premium price, but its integrated graphics card actually can't measure up to these four powerhouse options.

Your EV's Battery Might Have A Far Longer Lifespan Than You Thought

staff@bgr.com (Alvin Wanjala) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:17:00 +0000

Electric vehicles may still have a stigma attached, but the advancements in EV batteries are worth their weight in gasoline and more.

5 Forgotten '80s Sci-Fi B-Movies You Need To Watch On Amazon Prime Video

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:17:00 +0000

The '80s gave us some iconic sci-fi classics, but it was also the golden age of cheesy B-movies that are pure fun. Here are the best ones on Amazon Prime Video.

5 Clever Ways To Use The Parental Controls On Your Router

staff@bgr.com (Christian Wait) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Setting up parental controls on your Wi-Fi router can help protect your children, and it can be done in a way that doesn't inhibit anyone else in the house.

How To Connect Your Steam Deck OLED To A TV

staff@bgr.com (Asad Kashif) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:47:00 +0000

While your Steam Deck doesn't have a port that connects directly to a TV, there are several creative ways to enjoy your Steam Deck on a bigger screen.

Netflix Lost A Hard Drive That Contained A $45 Million Nicolas Cage Movie

staff@bgr.com (Trevor Mogg) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:17:00 +0000

In a decidedly low-tech situation, Netflix managed to lose a critical hard drive containing a Nicolas Cage movie that cost $45 million to produce.

How Do Hot-Swappable Battery Packs Work?

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:17:00 +0000

Hot-swappable batteries are becoming a more common feature used for rechargeable technology, but how exactly do hot-swappable battery packs work?

Your Old iPhone Is Now Worth Up To 30% More If You Sell It Back To Apple

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Just over two months after Apple decided to pay users more for their iPhone, the company has decided to increase the trade-in value yet again for several items.

How To Charge Your Phone Without A Wall Outlet

staff@bgr.com (Gaurav Shukla) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:17:00 +0000

Dead phone and zero wall outlets in sight? Explore the best backup charging methods so you're never caught with a drained battery again.

The New Trend In Gaming Mice Is Hot-Swappable Battery Packs - But Are They Worth It?

staff@bgr.com (Aaron Greenbaum) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:17:00 +0000

This emerging trend allows gamers to swap batteries in gaming mice in a heartbeat and without losing power, but it comes with its fair share of drawbacks, too.

5 Star Trek Alien Species With Unusually Long Lifespans

staff@bgr.com (Brad Hill) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:17:00 +0000

Some "Star Trek" aliens measure life in centuries or even millennia. Meet the remarkably long-lived species scattered across the franchise's history.

9 Essential Desktop Apps Every Dual Monitor User Should Have

staff@bgr.com (Asad Kashif) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:02:00 +0000

These third-party apps open up a new world of configurability by targeting common pain points that users run into while managing multiple displays.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Review: Samsung's Best Smartwatch Yet

staff@bgr.com (Christian de Looper) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is unquestionably its most impressive smartwatch to date, but it doesn't demand an upgrade if you already own a capable watch.

Windows 10 Is No Longer As Safe As It Used To Be - So Why Aren't More People Updating?

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Microsoft really, really wants you to be running Windows 11, but a large chunk of users are hanging onto Windows 10. Here's why they don't want to switch.

What That Blinking Light On Your Anker Charger Means

staff@bgr.com (Chris Smith) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:17:00 +0000

If your phone isn't charging and your Anker charger's light is flashing, the color alone may not tell the whole story. Speed and model matter as well.

Is It Safe To Download Apps Outside Of The Mac App Store?

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:17:00 +0000

Downloading apps from the Mac's App Store is easy, but is it safe to use apps you've downloaded from another source or will it do harm to your computer?

Can A House Run On 100% Solar Power?

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:17:00 +0000

Cutting the grid cord sounds like a dream, but is complete solar independence actually realistic for a modern home? Here is what you need to know.

How To Properly Align A Screen Protector For Your Phone

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:17:00 +0000

Installing a phone screen protector doesn't have to be frustrating. Here's how to align it perfectly by avoiding dust, air bubbles, and crooked placement.

4 Things You Should Do First On Your Steam Deck OLED

staff@bgr.com (Joel Loynds) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:17:00 +0000

Just got a Steam Deck OLED? Before you start tinkering, here are the four things you should do first to get the most out of your new handheld device.