Tech Trendspotting: Nintendo Switch fastest selling console of all time
As in 4.8 million units in only 10 months.
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Amazon Partnering with P&G, Clorox, Others: Alexa, turn off the ads! (please)
It was only a matter of time. And it appears the time is near. Reports today (CNBC: Amazon has big plans for Alexa ads in 2018;…
Smart Home Audio: Amazon should create dedicated Alexa music app for its Echo speakers
With its recent addition of “Everywhere” mode, Amazon is pushing hard into the whole home audio market. Traditionally that’s been the domains of the likes…
Canon EOS 80D camera package deal
Incoming: Canon EOS 80D deal alert. Here’s a nice bundle to sweeten your year. If you’re looking to spend some gift money, or perhaps you’re just…
Panasonic GH5 and Sony a6500 most popular new rentals for 2017
For serious photographers and videographers, 2017 was an especially good year for gear. Several new models were released, each seemingly giving us more and more…
First Look: Cirque du Soleil’s new show on ice ‘Crystal’ (Photos)
For the first time ever a Cirque du Soleil show is hitting the ice. Crystal, the company’s 42nd production, features world-class ice skaters and acrobats…
Nintendo Switch proves smartphones aren’t the only portable gaming options
Mario and Zelda franchises lead a strong sales cycle for console's oft-forgotten player.
A Kiwi in Alabama Part 5 – Birmingham
Travel writer Janice Nieder is A Kiwi in Alabama. Part 5, and the conclusion to the series, takes us to Birmingham. From the tastiest BBQ…
A Kiwi in Alabama Part 3 – Gee’s Bend and Marion area
Travel writer Janice Nieder is A Kiwi in Alabama. Part 4 takes us to Gee’s Bend and the Marion area. As comfy as our stay…
Best Camera Gear: Canon 5D IV, EOS 80D, Rebel T5i, SL2
Canon continues to offer a very solid line-up of reasonably priced, high performance camera bodies. Whether you’re a stills shooter or someone interested in getting…