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Roborock Saros 20 Robot Vacuum Review: Almost Too Good To Be True

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Roborock has once again stepped up its game with the expensive but extremely capable Saros 20 robot vacuum, which is smarter and more powerful than ever.

How Many Joules Do You Need For Your TV's Surge Protector?

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:17:00 +0000

A surge protector may keep your expensive new TV safe, but how many joules should your surge protector be rated for to offer adequate protection?

9 Lesser-Known Siri Commands For Apple Watch Owners

staff@bgr.com (Zack Palm) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0000

Though most associate the digital assistant with the iPhone, the Apple Watch and Siri together make marvelous shortcuts to your most-needed information.

Airplane Mode Vs. Turning Off Cellular Data: Which Is Better For Saving Battery?

staff@bgr.com (Talia Roepel) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:17:00 +0000

Need to conserve your phone battery? There are multiple power-saving options on your iPhone or Android, though some ways limit its features more than others.

Amazon Is Adding Its Cloud Gaming Service To Prime Video - But Only For Fire TV Users

staff@bgr.com (Michael Bizzaco) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Amazon Prime is getting a new gaming perk that could make playing big-name titles cheaper, though access comes with one major limitation at launch.

AirTag Vs. Third-Party Find My Bluetooth Tracker: What's The Difference?

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:17:00 +0000

AirTags have become a go-to item tracker, but third-party alternatives offer several advantages that could make them a better fit for some users.

These Password Managers Are Consumer Reports' Top Picks For Keeping Your Data Safe

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:17:00 +0000

If you're looking for a password manager to keep all your login credentials safe in one place, these options get top scores from Consumer Reports.

Why Does Google Maps Struggle In Rural Areas?

staff@bgr.com (Alan Bradley) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:17:00 +0000

It's so nice to be able to pull up your phone and use it to guide you to a destination you've never been to unless that destination is out in the sticks.

Why Are 'R' Series OnePlus Phones So Much Cheaper?

staff@bgr.com (Christine Persaud) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:17:00 +0000

OnePlus R series phones are significantly cheaper than their standard counterparts, but what exactly do you give up to save that extra money?

New Image Shows What 14 Years Of Driving Has Done To NASA's Mars Rover

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:17:00 +0000

NASA's Curiosity rover has traveled more than 20 miles across Mars since 2012. New images reveal the toll that journey has taken on the machine.

This New Data Center Bill Would Do More Than Just Make Energy Bills Go Down

staff@bgr.com (Joshua Hawkins) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:17:00 +0000

A new bill under consideration by the U.S. government would attempt to prevent data centers from making Americans' power bills skyrocket, but that's not all.

XGIMI Horizon 20 Max Review: The Best 4K Home Projector To Date

staff@bgr.com (José Adorno) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 21:17:00 +0000

XGIMI's new Horizon 20 Max 4K home projector lives up to its high price tag with modern software, IMAX Enhanced certification, and optical zoom.

Can You Use A Google Pixel In China? It's Complicated

staff@bgr.com (Julian Wang) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:17:00 +0000

If you're headed to China, whether for work or pleasure, keep in mind that foreign smartphones like your Google Pixel don't quite work the same there.

You've Been Using Android Circle To Search Wrong, Here's Why

staff@bgr.com (Ritwik Mitra) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:02:00 +0000

This clever feature can do a lot more than you think. Stop making these common mistakes and start using Android's easy-to-use AI tool the right way!

The First X-Rays Have Been Taken In Space - And It's A Gamechanger

staff@bgr.com (Noelle Corbett) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:17:00 +0000

Going into outer space is dangerous for lots of reasons, but being able to take an X-ray while in orbit opens the door to longer-term missions.

The EU Just Approved This First-Of-Its-Kind Ocular Implant That Can Restore Vision

staff@bgr.com (Briley Kenney) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:47:00 +0000

An electronic eye implant that helped patients regain practical central vision in clinical trials has received approval for commercial sale in Europe.

5 Sci-Fi Movies That Are Practically Guaranteed To Bring You To Tears

staff@bgr.com (Akos Peterbencze) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:17:00 +0000

Sci-Fi movies are typically known for their mind-bending visuals and grandiose ideas for the future or technology, so they're not commonly tearjerkers.

4 Specs That Could Get Worse On Your Next Cheap Android Phone

staff@bgr.com (Julian Wang) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:17:00 +0000

The after-effects of the ongoing shortage of components in the tech industry continue to impact Android phones, stagnating components and features.

Can Emergency Override Charging Permanently Damage Your iPhone?

staff@bgr.com (Chifundo Kasiya) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:47:00 +0000

Your iPhone will prevent you from charging your device if it detects it's wet, but can overriding that setting cause permanent damage?

A Forgotten '60s Movie Was The Last Sci-Fi Flick To Win A Best Actor Oscar

staff@bgr.com (Kieran Fisher) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:17:00 +0000

When it comes to sci-fi films winning anything at the Academy Awards, it's usually for visual effects or musical score, no matter how great the acting was.