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30 years of gadgets, computers and video games from my fabulous life

Jump in the Cool Tools time machine to see what things Keith was obsessed with over the past three decades.

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Blame the cellphone: Injuries pile up, from cat bites to shocks to broken bones

We’ve all become aware of the dangers that drivers preoccupied with their cellphones cause on the roads and most have also probably seen plenty of “pedtextrians” endangering themselves by paying way more attention to their phones than...

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Vizio releases TV with Google Chromecast built in

As consumers increasingly stream entertainment, consumer equipment manufacturers must choose between building dumb devices or smart devices.

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Wi-Fi Range Extender from TP-LINK Currently 43% Off - Deal Alert

TP-LINK's extender promises 4K HD streaming and online gaming with Wi-Fi speeds up to 1750Mbps. Coverage boost of 10,000 square feet. Available now at 43% off list price.

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Who WOULDN'T want a color-changing light bulb?

Keith reviews the $10 TikTeck Smart Light Bulb, which changes colors via smartphone or tablet.

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Kasita is a tiny home that goes big on technology

With smart appliances and windows that go from clear to opaque, this modular, stackable home is already a reality in Austin, where we toured one at SXSW.

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The $3000 Kube is a cooler, a speaker, and perfect for your yacht

We chilled with the most ridiculous cooler slash party-rocker ever at SXSW.

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Book pricing descends into ‘madness’

Longtime Network World reader John Obeto makes this observation on Twitter: “Madness is where a paperback costs less delivered via Amazon Prime than a Kindle version!”

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Mobile VR, not VR headsets, to dominate, says study

Virtual Reality will be experienced by gamers using a combination of smartphone and headset, not by dedicated high-end headsets, at least at first, says a new study. The reason is cost.

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Dear Prudence weighs in on … SSIDs?

Slate's advice columnist tackles a topic one doesn't normally associate with advice columns. (Caution: contains a vulgarity.)

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New method prevents batteries – and, yes, 'hoverboards' – from exploding

Stanford researchers have developed a new process that could prevent lithium batteries, such as those found in smartphones and "hoverboards," from exploding.

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10 hot startups at CES 2016

CES 2016 in Las Vegas is a hub of the latest emerging technology, and it naturally attracts a number of startups. These are the 10 startups at CES 2016 that have earned the most funding.

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Appliances get Skynet-level smart at CES 2016

Fridges with touchscreens! Smartphone-controlled robotic vacuums! Take a peek at the wildest high-tech home appliances at CES 2016.

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Haier Magic Mirror delivers the sci-fi future we were promised in the movies

Check the weather, get the news, and scroll through Facebook while you get ready for your day.

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Keurig meets Blue Apron in Cooki, the robot chef you won't believe is real

Maybe no one needs a robot chef, but the food Cooki makes isn't half bad.

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Whirlpool's new smart appliances at CES 2016

Whirlpool's latest appliances are all about integrating with the other services you use.

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The Push by Naran is a connected home...finger

Want to push a button or flip a switch that isn't connected to your network? This robotic finger solves your problem.

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Hands on with Samsung's Family Hub fridge

Samsung's Family Hub refrigerator is a connected appliance like no other, with built-in cameras, a door display, and other nifty features.

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