Thousands are without power and ferry service between the mainland and Vancouver Island on Monday as a strong windstorm rolls through the B.C. South Coast.Large waves churned by gusting winds crash along the shoreline of Clover Point Kite Park in Victoria on Oct. 25, 2021. (Ken Mizokoshi/CBC)Thousands are without power and ferry service between the…
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Anyone who uses a smartphone knows the importance of carrying a backup battery pack. But try searching for one on Amazon, say, and you’re likely to feel overwhelmed by the vast number of options. Besides the various charging specs, ports, and even cables you have to consider, there are a ton of competing brands. How…
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Goal Zero Yeti 1000X Portable Power Station review: Expandable back up power, at a premium
by Tech NewsGoal Zero’s Yeti 1000x Portable Power Station is impressive. It better be, for the price. At $1,400, the 1000X has plenty of capacity to power small appliances, and if you purchase a $250 Yeti Home Integration Kit from Goal Zero, you can connect the 1000X to your home’s electrical system to power essential devices…
At a glanceExpert’s Rating ProsGood performanceVery affordableIncluded heat spreaderConsComponents may change512GB and 2TB models not readily available at the time of this reviewOur VerdictSilicon Power promises 3400MBps reading/3000MBps writing with the XD80 and delivers it for a very reasonable price Price When Reviewed$109 for 1TB | $220 for 2TB Best Prices Today $109.99 The Silicon…
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RAVPower Portable Power Station 252.7Wh Power House review: Perfect for a weekend camping trip
by Tech NewsAt a GlanceExpert’s RatingProsSmall form factorPlenty of portsComes with a case and built-in flashlightConsBuilt for quick trips, not for extended useOur VerdictRavPower’s 252.7Wh Power House is a handy companion for your off-the-grid power needs, and happens to be affordably priced to boot. I’ve been quiet for the last few months, but I can explain. I…
The names of precious metals imply an overall level of quality, but they really only tell part of the story. Alaina Yee / IDG Today’s Best Tech Deals Picked by PCWorld’s Editors Top Deals On Great Products Picked by Techconnect’s Editors Table of Contents Show More Listen to advice from some corners of the internet,…
Tucker Carlson has the highest-rated opinion show on cable and may be more influential in conservative politics than many Republican leaders. Time…
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Race, Pop & Power: Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne Pinnock was ‘scared of losing fans’ with release of new documentary
by ava360Ahead of her new documentary Race, Pop & Power, Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock revealed that she was scared of the backlash she might face with its release. The new BBC Three documentary highlights racism in modern society and discusses issues of colourism, which is the prejudicial treatment of people of the same race based on the…
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Accell Power Cube review: This minimalist surge protector delivers maximalist USB charging and flexibility
by Tech NewsLike a child’s playtoy, the Power Cube comes neatly comes apart to provide more functionality. Accell Today’s Best Tech Deals Picked by TechHive’s Editors Top Deals On Great Products Picked by Techconnect’s Editors Accell calls the Power Cube a “2 in 1.” While in cube form, it sports six USB Type-A ports and two AC…
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Eshldty RGB Power Strip Tower review: 9 AC outlets, 4 USB charging ports, and a weather-resistant light show
by Tech NewsYou can’t ask for much more power or resiliency from a single surge protector, but the color LEDs and dancing light patterns are either a fun extra or a fatal flaw. Eshldty Today’s Best Tech Deals Picked by TechHive’s Editors Top Deals On Great Products Picked by Techconnect’s Editors Eshldty RGB Power Strip Tower If…