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The Pentagon on Friday evening announced that another Chinese spy balloon had been identified and is flying over Latin America. “We are seeing reports of a balloon transiting Latin America. We now assess it is another Chinese surveillance balloon,” Pentagon spokesperson Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said. New: Pentagon says another Chinese spy balloon is currently transiting Latin America. Brig. Gen. Patrick Ryder said in a statement to CNN, “We are seeing reports of a balloon transiting Latin America. We now assess it is another Chinese surveillance balloon.” — Jim Sciutto (@jimsciutto) February 4, 2023 This marks the second Chinese spy balloon found after the first one was discovered floating over the continental United States on Thursday. Ryder said on Thursday: The U.S. government, including NORAD, continues to track and monitor it closely. The balloon is currently traveling at an altitude well above commercial air traffic and does not present a military or physical … [Read more...] about Pentagon: Another Chinese Spy Balloon Flying over Latin America

In this article: Best dog toys ​ Dog toy FAQs ​ Dogs are just the best creatures to ever exist. Their way of always greeting us with beautiful smiles and wagging tails is irresistibly cute. They really are the cuddliest, sweetest and silliest friends we have. But they can also be very judge-y and hard-to-please beasts when it comes to toys. It can take dozens of plushies, chews and more to find their favorite. That's why we've hired experts for this article: our dogs (they're paid in treats and scratches). Finding the best dog toys to keep your furry friend thoroughly occupied even when you're not around to play tug of war or throw a ball over and over (and over, and over) is definitely an option dog lovers should employ. There are many dog toys to choose from, from frisbees and balls to squeakers, puzzles and food-oriented gadgets. But as any dog owner knows, a toy can be hit or miss. Maybe your pet shows zero interest in it -- or worse, they chew or tug on it for … [Read more...] about Best Dog Toys, According to the Experts: Our Dogs

Table of Contents What to Look for in a Smart Speaker in 2023 Best Smart Speaker Overall: Sonos One Best Budget Smart Speaker: Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) Best Smart Speaker for Music: Bose Home Speaker 500 Best Portable Smart Speaker: JBL Charge 4 Best Smart Speaker for Alexa: Amazon Echo Studio Best Smart Speaker for Google Assistant: Google Nest Audio Best Smart Speaker for Apple HomeKit: Apple HomePod Mini Update, 01/20/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and are confident these are still the best speakers you can buy. What to Look for in a Smart Speaker in 2023 Smart speakers are an integral part of any smart home. Not only do they let you listen to music, podcasts, and audiobooks, but they also give you a way to easily communicate with your entire stable of connected devices. Because of this, you’ll need to do more than just search for a product with good sound quality—ensuring it works with your ecosystem is just as important. Once you’ve … [Read more...] about The Best Smart Speakers of 2023

Table of Contents What to Look For in a Smart Plug in 2023 Frequently Asked Questions Best Smart Plug Overall: Kasa Smart Plug Best Budget Smart Plug: BroadLink Smart Plug Best Outdoor Smart Plug: Amazon Basics Outdoor Smart Plug Best Smart Plug For Amazon Alexa: Amazon Smart Plug Best Smart Plug for Google Assistant: Vont Smart Plug Best Smart Plug For Apple HomeKit: Eve Energy Smart Plug Update, 01/24/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and have updated our best for outdoors pick with the Amazon Basics Outdoor Smart Plug. What to Look For in a Smart Plug in 2023 Most smart plugs have the same general capabilities. They’re able to open or block the flow of electricity to turn appliances on and off. However, this only works if an appliance has a power switch that can be “On.” In other words, if your appliance can turn on after plugging it into an outlet, it’ll work with smart plugs. If you need to press a button after plugging in an appliance … [Read more...] about The Best Smart Plugs of 2023

Table of Contents What to Look For in a Smart Device in 2023 Best Smart Display: Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) Best Smart Speaker: Sonos One Best Smart Light Bulb: Philips Hue Best Smart Switch: Lutron Caseta Smart Start Kit Best Smart Thermostat: ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Best Smart Lock: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock Best Video Doorbell: Ring Video Doorbell 4 Best Security Camera: Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera Update, 01/24/2023: We’ve reviewed our recommendations and are confident these are still the best smart devices you can buy. What to Look For in a Smart Device in 2023 With so many smart home gadgets available, how do you choose the right ones? Well, you need to start by thinking about your needs. Are you looking to secure your home? Do you want to conveniently turn off lights or play music with just your voice? Regardless of what you’re looking for, there will be a smart device that can do it. Check out smart video doorbells, security cameras, and … [Read more...] about The Best Smart Home Devices of 2023

Modern computers carry a lot of baggage from the past, and desktop icons are perhaps one of the most unsightly remnants of the earliest days of Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs). If you’re still living with them, it’s time to quit. Desktop Clutter Helps No One Whether on macOS, Windows, or another graphical operating system, the desktop is a big open space that plays host both to files and to shortcuts to other resources on your device. Over time those desktop shortcuts and files can quickly accumulate to fill the entire screen. However, even if you only have a desktop with a moderate number of icons, you’re still creating an inefficient space to actually find anything. Hunting for icons on a desktop, especially a modern high-resolution desktop, is a pain. The desktop is a great space for working with applications, but as a place to access apps and store files, it leaves much to be desired. Docks, Taskbars, and Instant Search Is Superior Desktops were meant to give users … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Stop Using Desktop Icons

If you are encountering problems with searching–unexpectedly slow searches, not finding things that should be indexed, or searches actually crashing–your best bet is to completely rebuild the search index. RELATED: How to Choose Which Files Windows Search Indexes on Your PC The search index can take a while to rebuild, but it’s usually worth it. Before you rebuild the index, though, it may be worth taking the time to trim down your index locations to just what you need to make the indexing process faster. Open up the “Indexing Options” window by hitting Start and typing “Indexing Options.” In the “Indexing Options” window, click the “Advanced” button. In the “Advanced Options” window, click the “Rebuild” button. After that, it’s just a matter of waiting while Windows rebuilds the index from scratch. You can keep using your PC normally, of course, but searching will continue to be spotty until the index is fully rebuilt. Also, Windows tries to do … [Read more...] about How to Rebuild the Search Index in Windows

Audio player loading… I'm such a fan of mozzarella sticks – and halloumi sticks, and mozzarella balls, and any kind of cheese covered in a crumb – and if they're on a menu, you can be sure that I'll be ordering them. However, I've never been able to replicate the crisp coating and melted center at home. That was until I discovered this Cheetos-coated mozzarella stick air fryer recipe on YouTube Shorts. The original video was posted by Lisa Nguyen – a YouTuber with more than 4.2 million subscribers – and the recipe takes just 10 minutes from start to finish. At 19 million views, and counting, the recipe I followed is proof that the best air fryers are just as good for making quick snacks as they are for cooking up larger meals and sides. Below, I guide you through how to make Lisa's mozzarella sticks recipe at home, and suggest how you can put your own spin on this comforting cheesy treat. Best air fryer deals If you're yet to take the plunge and buy … [Read more...] about This recipe for air fryer mozzarella sticks is among the most popular on YouTube – and I followed it

Audio player loading… New details of Netflix’s anti-password sharing measures have appeared online, revealing how the platform plans to crack down on users. The newly found information was discovered on Netflix’s US Help Center and confirmed by The Streamable (opens in new tab) on January 31; however, that page has since been taken down. As of this writing, the Help Center has reverted back to its previous state. Fortunately, a copy of the rules can still be found on the Wayback Machine (opens in new tab) , a website that takes “screenshots” of the internet for the sake of posterity. According to the reports, “Netflix accounts are still shareable, but only within one household.” Anybody from outside your home won’t be able to use that account and will be told to create with their own. The platform will also require users to log into their Netflix account via their household’s Wi-Fi, open the app, and “watch something at least once every 31 days.” … [Read more...] about Netflix’s anti-password sharing will force you to sign in once a month – or get blocked

The best Motorola phones offers a wide range of mobiles for all users. In fact, Motorola has an offering at every price range, from budget options in the G and E lines to pricey flagships like the Motorola Edge line. The brand also has foldables and rugged phones. So, whether handheld you're looking for, you'll likely find one from its line-up. What's more, Motorola excels in all those areas, with its top handsets often ranking among the best phones and the best cheap phones . Of course, some of those models are better than others, and you have to do your research so you end up with the ideal Motorola phone to meet your needs. And, you have to make sure that you know what you want and what you need before you commit. The first thing to decide when picking a Motorola phone then is how much you're looking to spend, and whether you want a conventional smartphone or a foldable one. We've extensively tested and reviewed most Motorola handsets, and we know which ones are worth … [Read more...] about The best Motorola phones 2023: top Moto smartphones for you