5K Monitors Are Here, and So Are "Self-Charging" Remotes

Did You Know?: Prior to 1995, there was no charge for registering a domain name. [Read in Browser]( [How-To Geek]() January 18, 2023 Did You Know? Prior to 1995, there was no charge for registering a domain name. 🏠The New Smart Home Happy Wednesday! TP-Link just released its first Matter-compatible smart home product: [a Tapo smart plug](. Meanwhile, [Apple’s HomePod smart speaker has made a return]( with new software features, Matter support, and a lower price. – Corbin TODAY'S TOP STORY [5K Monitors Are Here, But Should You Buy One?]( [5K Monitors Are Here, But Should You Buy One?]( Most 5K displays don’t just get you a slightly-larger-than-4K resolution but also attempt to solve one of 4K’s biggest shortcomings: pixel density. Let’s take a look at what that means, what your options are, and whether you should consider buying one. [Read More »]( SPONSORED [The Ultimate Big Blanket For Family Movie Nights]( [The Ultimate Big Blanket For Family Movie Nights]( Never fight over blanket space again with this [HUGE 10' x 10' comfortable throw blanket](. Whether you're binge watching Netflix series, cozying up next to a campfire, or making a blanket fort, this blanket is perfect to share with the entire family during the cold months of Winter. Plus, It's also machine washable! [11 Little-Known Excel Functions That Are Very Useful]( [11 Little-Known Excel Functions That Are Very Useful]( Microsoft Excel offers hundreds of functions. So, there’s bound to be at least a handful you don’t know exist. These unique functions have specific purposes that you’ll be thrilled to learn about and use. [Read More »]( [Get Two or More Phillips Hue Light Fixtures for 10% Off]( [Get Two or More Phillips Hue Light Fixtures for 10% Off]( Create a personalized, energy-saving ecosystem in your home with Philips Hue lighting fixtures. For a limited time, purchase two or more of the Philips Hue White Ambiance Downlight (700 or 650 lumens) fixtures and save 10% on your order. Each recessed fixture adds a modern aesthetic to any home and allows you to swap out inefficient bulbs with these long-lasting recessed LED lights. [Read More »]( STUFF WE LIKE [Pick up a Great Streaming Device for Just $35]( [Pick up a Great Streaming Device for Just $35]( Amazon Now that [streaming services]( are commonplace for entertainment, it might seem like you need to buy a [smart TV]( to use them. That’s not the case, as you can buy a [streaming device]( to “smarten up” your TV, and [Amazon’s Fire Stick 4K]( is one of the better streaming devices to buy. Currently on sale for just $35, you get access to all the major streaming services (provided you have a subscription), and you even get 4K and Dolby Vision support. This is a great bargain! [Buy at Amazon]( $34.99 $49.99 Save 30% [Kodi 20.0 “Nexus” Is Now Available: Here’s What’s New]( [Kodi 20.0 “Nexus” Is Now Available: Here’s What’s New]( Kodi, formerly known as XBMC, is a popular media player and media center interface. It powers everything from custom home theater PCs to embedded players, and now version 20 is available, nicknamed “Nexus.” [Read More »]( IN CASE YOU MISSED IT [Why It’s Okay to Buy A Mac With Only 8 GB RAM]( [Why It’s Okay to Buy A Mac With Only 8 GB RAM]( The ever-growing demands of computing means 8 GB RAM can be too limiting for most PCs, leaving 16 GB as the baseline for a quality Windows experience. However, Mac computers are a different story. [Read More »]( [How to Look Up Windows Error Codes on the Command Line]( [How to Look Up Windows Error Codes on the Command Line]( Windows error codes are scary, and they often pop up without a text description as to what they’re about. Luckily, there’s a built-in utility on your PC that you can use to find short explanations of various error codes generated on your system. We’ll show you how to use it. [Read More »]( [Apple’s HomePod Is Back, With New Features and a Lower Price]( [Apple’s HomePod Is Back, With New Features and a Lower Price]( Apple introduced the HomePod in 2017 as the company’s first smart speaker, but it wasn’t too popular, and it was quietly discontinued in 2021. Now the HomePod is back, and Apple hopes you’ll actually buy one this time. [Read More »]( [The Best TV Shows on Amazon Prime Video in 2023]( [The Best TV Shows on Amazon Prime Video in 2023]( Amazon Prime is full of classic and recent TV series available free for subscribers. If you’re looking to pick up a new show or revisit an old favorite, here are some great shows you can stream for free with Amazon Prime Video. [Read More »]( [TP-Link’s New Smart Plug Is Super Tiny and Works With Matter]( [TP-Link’s New Smart Plug Is Super Tiny and Works With Matter]( Smart plugs are some of the most basic smart home devices, turning anything with wired electrical power into a network-controlled device. TP-Link has introduced its first plug compatible with Matter, and even if you don’t care about Matter, it looks compelling. [Read More »]( [The Best Cell Phone Plans of 2023]( [The Best Cell Phone Plans of 2023]( Today’s cell phone market is flooded with multiple carriers, dozens of plans, and exorbitant monthly costs. We’re here to help. From unlimited data and family plans to prepaid options and more, here are the best cell phone plans available. [Read More »]( [The Best SSDs for Gaming in 2023]( [The Best SSDs for Gaming in 2023]( Gaming SSDs need to be fast, high-capacity, and able to run the latest games without any hiccups. Having trouble finding the perfect one for you? We can help. [Read More »]( [What Types of Electric Snow Blowers Are There? (And Which One Is Right For Me?)]( [What Types of Electric Snow Blowers Are There? (And Which One Is Right For Me?)]( Whether you’re considering a massive two-stage electric snow blower or a petite snow sweeper, there are plenty of ways to clear away snow around your home with the power of electricity. [Read More »]( [How Do “Self-Charging” Remotes Work?]( [How Do “Self-Charging” Remotes Work?]( What if you had a TV remote that you never needed to charge or replace the batteries? That may sound like a futuristic dream, but it’s actually been a reality for a little while already. The technology is pretty cool. [Read More »]( LIFESAVVY [Why You Should Put Ice in Your Dryer]( [Why You Should Put Ice in Your Dryer]( We’ve all done it. We had the best of intentions to fold our clothes as soon as they came out of the dryer, but it just didn’t happen. Now, two days later, you’ve got a wrinkled jumble of clothing. But before you pull out your iron, you might want to grab some ice. [Read More »]( Want to see more great content from LifeSavvy? Join the mailing list! [Sign Up for the LifeSavvy Newsletter]( LIFESAVVY [Why You Should Put Dryer Lint in Your Potted Plant]( [Why You Should Put Dryer Lint in Your Potted Plant]( Everyone knows the importance of cleaning out their dryer’s lint trap. Keeping it clean can help prevent house and apartment fires; people usually toss their dryer lint into the trash. But if you’ve got plants, you might want to hold onto them. [Read More »]( LIFESAVVY [Score An Electric Wine Opener for 60% Off During Amazon's New Year Sale]( [Score An Electric Wine Opener for 60% Off During Amazon's New Year Sale]( Sure, a lot of people are participating in Dry January, but if you’re not—or if you’re doing more of a moist January—there’s an unmissable Amazon deal. You can get an electric wine opener for 60% off right now! [Read More »]( LIFESAVVY [Improve Air Fryer Recipes with These Tips]( [Improve Air Fryer Recipes with These Tips]( Air fryers are the kings of the kitchen. These appliances allow you to cook a wide variety of foods with little to no oil, resulting in healthier (and crispier) versions of your favorite dishes. However, getting the perfect result from this appliance every time can be tricky. Here are a few tips to help you improve your air fryer recipes and achieve delicious, crispy results every time. [Read More »]( REVIEW GEEK [Giveaway: Win a Lenovo Smart Clock Essential With Alexa]( [Giveaway: Win a Lenovo Smart Clock Essential With Alexa]( Are you looking for a smart alarm clock to add some extra flair to your nightstand? Well, you’re in luck because this week, Review Geek is giving away a Lenovo Smart Clock Essential with Alexa! [Read More »]( [UPDF for Mac Review: Feature-Packed but Buggy]( [UPDF for Mac Review: Feature-Packed but Buggy]( Do you need a more powerful PDF tool than your Mac’s Preview app or other free alternatives? UPDF is one such tool that offers more power and convenience in a premium package. So what do you get for the price of admission, and most importantly, is it worth it? [Read More »]( SHARE THIS COMIC: [Follow us on Facebook]( [Follow on Twitter]( [Share Link]( [Email Link]( [Firefox 109 Keeps up With Chrome’s Extension Changes]( [Firefox 109 Keeps up With Chrome’s Extension Changes]( Mozilla added the WebExtensions API to Firefox a few years ago, allowing browser extensions made for Chrome to work on Firefox with minimal (if any) work. Firefox 109 is now rolling out, with a few changes to extension support. [Read More »]( MINDBOUNCE TRIVIA [In Which Sci-Fi Franchise Did An Actor Marry The Real-Life Daughter Of His On-Screen Predecessor?]( [Doctor Who »]( [Star Trek »]( [Battlestar Galactica »]( [V »]( [Will a Smart Thermostat Actually Save You Money?]( [Will a Smart Thermostat Actually Save You Money?]( There are a greater number of smart thermostats on the market than ever before, and one of the selling points is that they will save you money. But will they? Here are some key things to consider. [Read More »]( Follow Us on Social Media [Follow us on Facebook]( [Follow on Twitter]( [Follow us on LinkedIn]( You received this email because you signed up for newsletters from How-To Geek. [Click here to change your preferences or unsubscribe.]( How-To Geek, 21010 Southbank St., #4015 Sterling, VA 20165