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Your phone will blare a national emergency alert test on October 4 at 2:20PM ET

1Oct

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Your phone will blare a national emergency alert test on October 4 at 2:20PM ET

The federal government will conduct a nationwide alert test on Wednesday, October 4. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will send notifications to cell phones (as well as radios and TVs) to test the National Wireless Emergency Alert System and ensure the system (including the public’s familiarity with it) is ready for a real crisis.The cellphone portion of the test will assess Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs) nationwide. If you live near a decent-sized metro area, there’s a solid chance you’ve received AMBER alerts through this system before; it can also broadcast signals for imminent threats, public safety and presidential notices in a national emergency. The test’s WEA portion will use FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert and Warning...

iRobot’s Roomba j5 vacuum and mop combo machines are up to $200 off

1Oct

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iRobot’s Roomba j5 vacuum and mop combo machines are up to $200 off

Robot vacuums can save you a lot of time when it comes to maintaining your home, even more so when they include a mopping function. Several Roomba models that can both vacuum and mop your floors are on sale right now, including . The iRobot Roomba j5+ Combo is with free shipping at Wellbots. That's $150 off the regular price. Be sure to use the code ROOMBAENG150 at checkout.iRobotiRobot Roomba Combo j5+ Combo is a more budget-friendly machine that can both vacuum and mop, and now you can pick one up for less. Save $150 with codeROOMBAENG150$649 at WellbotsThe Roomba j5+ Combo has a few advantages over the standard j5 Combo, which is also on sale (we'll get to that in a second). The higher-end model can pinpoint no-mop zones, so you won't have to worry about the machine spraying a cleanin...

How to leave video messages on FaceTime in iOS 17

30Sep

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How to leave video messages on FaceTime in iOS 17

Apple's iOS 17 brought a host of new features, including the option to leave video messages on FaceTime. While younger generations typically dread hearing their phones ring and seeing that someone has left a voicemail, Apple's new video version might be a hit. Now, when you call someone on FaceTime, if there's no answer you'll have the option to record and send a video message. Please note: Both you and your recipient must be running iOS 17 or iPadOS 17 to send and receive FaceTime video messages.Step by step: How to send a FaceTime video messageStep 1: Go to the FaceTime appLeaving a video message via FaceTime is pretty simple. All you have to do is initiate a FaceTime call like you normally would. This can be done in a few ways but the easiest way would be to go to the FaceTime app.Step...

Letterboxd sells a majority stake after explosive pandemic-fueled growth

30Sep

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Letterboxd sells a majority stake after explosive pandemic-fueled growth

The film-focused social media site LetterBoxd has new ownership. Cofounder Matthew Buchanan announced on Friday that Tiny, a venture capital firm, has bought a 60 percent stake in the platform. The New York Times reported that the deal values Letterboxd at over $50 million. Buchanan and fellow founder Karl von Randow will retain minority shareholder positions and continue to lead the company as they insist “very little else will change.”Founded in 2011, Letterboxd was a rare independently owned social network. It grew significantly during pandemic lockdowns as homebound users sought new movies to stream (and communities to chat with). Lacking the clutter of Amazon-owned IMDb, the website and app provided a haven for film buffs who wanted to write and read reviews, rate movies, create watc...

The best early October Prime Day deals you can get for 2023

29Sep

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The best early October Prime Day deals you can get for 2023

Amazon's second Prime-related event for 2023 is officially called Prime Big Deal Days and will happen October 10 and 11. This is the second year in a row for a fall-based, site-wide Amazon sale and we're already seeing discounts pop up. You'll need a Prime membership to access many of the deals, though a few are available to everyone. This week, there are early Prime Day deals on the AirPods Pro, Blink's Video Doorbell and Outdoor cameras, Amazon Music Unlimited, Eero 6 mesh Wi-Fi systems and Amazon Fire Omni smart TVs. We're also seeing lower-than-usual prices on Bluetooth speakers, microSD cards, gaming mice and other wireless headphones we recommend in various buying guides. Here are the best early October Prime Day deals you can get right now.Apple AirPods ProPhoto by Billy Steele / E...

Jeep Avenger EV 2023: Specs, Prices, Performance, Range

20Sep

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Jeep Avenger EV 2023: Specs, Prices, Performance, Range

Let's start with three very important things worth mentioning about Jeep's Avenger. One, this is Jeep's very first fully electric car. Two, it has already been named European Car of the Year for 2023. Three—and somewhat staggeringly, considering these first two significant details—it's not going on sale in the US.Why? Jeep thinks it's not big enough for the Americans. “While the B segment, in which the Jeep Avenger competes, is popular in markets such as Europe, the US consumer tends to favor vehicles in the midsize and large SUV segments,” a Jeep brand spokesperson tells WIRED. “This is why we are launching other all-electric vehicles, such as Wagoneer S and Jeep Recon, which will compete in the midsize segment globally, including the US.”This might go some way to explaining why the Aven...

5 Best Multi-Tools (2023): Leatherman, Victorinox, and Ones to Avoid

11Sep

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5 Best Multi-Tools (2023): Leatherman, Victorinox, and Ones to Avoid

There are a ton of other multi-tools out there, and brands like Leatherman and Victorinox have models upon models that make it confusing to figure out exactly what to get. Here are some others I like.Leatherman Skeletool CX for $90: This one is slightly smaller than the Wave Plus, but it's still a standard-sized multi-tool. If you don't need all the bells and whistles our top pick offers, you can probably make do with a less bulky gizmo that still has the basic, most-used tools, such as a knife, bottle opener, can opener, bit drivers, and pliers.Victorinox Swiss Tool for $153: Yes, I did a double-take when I first saw the price tag too. At 10 ounces, it's on the heavier side as well. But it's beautifully made, and I dig the boxy, straight-edged handles. Sometimes it's just nice to have a ...

Best Home Emergency Kit Gear (2023): Flashlights, Stoves, Chargers, and More

9Sep

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Best Home Emergency Kit Gear (2023): Flashlights, Stoves, Chargers, and More

If you're using alkaline batteries, remove them from the flashlight if it's going to sit unused for a long time, otherwise they'll leak and cause problems. Store them near the flashlight so you can easily find them. Try taping the batteries to the flashlight barrel.Pro tip: The best-performing flashlights are built specifically to use lithium-ion batteries or have nonremovable rechargeable batteries, which won't do you any good if the power is out for a long time. Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) AA batteries maintain their performance better over the lifetime of the battery, whereas alkalines’ performance drops off more as they deplete, so buy some Panasonic Eneloops for $43. They're better for the environment, but if they run out of charge you can still use regular alkaline AAs....

Subdial Wants You to Trade Your Patek or Rolex Just Like Stocks
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9Aug

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Subdial Wants You to Trade Your Patek or Rolex Just Like Stocks | WIRED

But it’s how they think about watches that reflects the modern shift—and huge growth—in the pre-owned market, a growth exemplified by Richemont buying UK-based Watchfinder, founded in 2002, for an undisclosed sum in 2018 (though a figure of £250 million, or $317.6 million, was widely shared within the industry at the time), the same year Subdial was founded. Even Rolex now has an official pre-owned scheme, launched last year in Europe and now active in the US.“They think in terms of the collection rather than in terms of an individual watch,” Crane says. “Ownership is at the core. It’s not just holding an asset until you offload it, but very actively and assiduously building a collection, and getting a lot of fun out of that, while investing your money where it keeps its value.”The thing ...

The Best Motorcycle Gear (2023): Helmets, Bluetooth Headsets, and More

18Jul

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The Best Motorcycle Gear (2023): Helmets, Bluetooth Headsets, and More

Don't dress for the ride—dress for the fall. I've been riding motorcycles for years, both for personal enjoyment and for my job as a product reviewer, and I'm picky about my gear. Lots of riding gear has passed through my door, joining me both in blasting down a highway on a sportbike and crawling off-road trails on a dirt bike. Here's what I found worth keeping around.Many of the products in this guide are not available at the usual retailers like Amazon and Target but instead from smaller online stores like RevZilla. You may have never heard of them, but stores like RevZilla are some of the preeminent places to purchase motorcycling gear. I've used RevZilla for years and have never run into any issues. When possible, we'll try to find and link to more common retailers in case you're sti...