Maybe get a modem to save money on cable instead of stealing $1M of service like this guy

%name Maybe get a modem to save money on cable instead of stealing $1M of service like this guy by Authcom, Nova Scotia\s Internet and Computing Solutions Provider in Kentville, Annapolis Valley

Cable companies have been overcharging customers forever, so we can totally understand why someone might want to steal $1 million worth of cable service like this guy did in Florida. Of course, there are other ways to take money out of your cable company’s pocket that don’t involve going to jail. Pick up a TP-Link TC-7610 DOCSIS 3.0 (8×4) Cable Modem on Amazon and then follow the instructions in the box to activate it with your cable ISP. Then once you return your rented modem back to your cable company, they’ll slash between $8 and $10 off your bill by eliminating the modem rental fee. That’s as much as $120 in savings each year!

TP-LINK TC-7610 DOCSIS 3.0 (8×4) Cable Modem Certified for Comcast XFINITY, Time Warner Cable,…: $44.99

Here are the highlights from the product page:

  • Eliminate your cable modem monthly rental fee and product is easy-to-open packaging
  • Certified for XFINITY from Comcast, Time Warner Cable, Cox, Charter, Cablevision and Bright House Networks
  • Channel bonding of up to 8 downstream and 4 upstream channels, provide data rates up to 343Mbps for download and 143Mbps for upload
  • DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem provides 8X faster download speed than DOCSIS 2.0 for an ultra-fast performance
  • CableLabs certified DOCSIS 3.0 backwards compatible to DOCSIS 1.0, 1.1 and 2.0 provides users comprehensive network compatibility
  • Included items: RJ-45 Ethernet Cable, Quick Installation Guide, Power Adapter
  • Supports IPv4 and IPv6 – the latest Internet standard.
  • Industry-leading 2-year warranty and unlimited 24/7 technical support

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Voyager 2 just entered interstellar space

%name Voyager 2 just entered interstellar space by Authcom, Nova Scotia\s Internet and Computing Solutions Provider in Kentville, Annapolis Valley

NASA hardware tends to last a long time, but few spacecraft can match the longevity of the two Voyager probes. The twin spacecrafts were launched way back in 1977, and now NASA has revealed that Voyager-2 just achieved a milestone that only its sister ship has accomplished before it: entering interstellar space.

Voyager-2’s transition to interstellar space — meaning that it’s completely left our solar system and broken free of the “bubble” created by our star — has obviously been a long time coming. It’s been cruising through space for over 41 years and traveled an incredible 18.5 billion miles in that time. Now it joins its sister in an adventure into the great unknown.

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These $17 multicolor smart LED bulbs are as good as bulbs that cost three times as much

%name These $17 multicolor smart LED bulbs are as good as bulbs that cost three times as much by Authcom, Nova Scotia\s Internet and Computing Solutions Provider in Kentville, Annapolis Valley

If you want to put together a fantastic smart lighting setup that’s flexible and fun, it doesn’t have to involve taking out a second mortgage on your home. While $50 Philips Hue bulbs tend to add up even faster than one might think, there are some other options out there that are just as good but far less expensive. Our favorite right now is the MagicLight WiFi Smart Light Bulb, which costs a small fraction of what you’ll pay for a comparable Philips Hue bulb. They support 16 million colors, app controls, scenes, smart home hubs, and even voice commands thanks to Alexa and Google Assistant support!

MagicLight WiFi Smart Light Bulb, Dimmable, Multicolor, Wake-Up Lights, No Hub Required, Magic…: $16.95

Here’s more info from the product page:

  • Compatible with Alexa & Google Assistant: Voice Control your MagicLight WiFi light bulb with your Amazon Echo or Echo Dot and Google Home Assistant
  • Works with IFTTT: DIY Your WiFi Light Bulb Depending on Various Events by Connecting it to IFTTT
  • Works with iOS/Android: Personalize Your Lights to Match Your Mood, Control Your Lights Remotely When You are not at Home
  • Various Scene Modes: Color Palette, Group Control, Sunlight, Music Mode, Timer, Sunrise, Sunset, Dimmable, MIC Function, DIY Mode, Scene Mode, Energy Saving……
  • Application: This is a WiFi enabled light bulb, no hub required. Multiple lighting patterns, suitable for a showcase, residential, office, hotel, shop, exhibition room, landscaping, indoor, home etc.

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Why Netflix can survive the departure of big TV shows like ‘Friends’

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When word emerged last week that Friends was poised to leave Netflix at the end of the year, fans of the hit show made their disappointment abundantly clear across all of social media. Indeed, the backlash was so strong and pervasive that it didn’t take long for Netflix to cave and ink a $100 million deal to keep Friends available through the end of 2019.

The saga above helps illustrate the predicament Netflix seems to be finding itself in with increasing regularity these days. Because the company doesn’t own some of its most popular content, and because content owners are finally starting to view Netflix as a legitimate competitive threat, some of the more popular shows on Netflix have either already left or are poised to leave in the near future.

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One-day sale saves up to 40% off some of Anker’s best-selling accessories

%name One day sale saves up to 40% off some of Anker’s best selling accessories by Authcom, Nova Scotia\s Internet and Computing Solutions Provider in Kentville, Annapolis Valley

If you scored a new smartphone last month during all the Black Friday and Cyber Week sales, Amazon has a one-day sale happening today that you’re definitely going to want to check out. Actually, you should probably check out this sale even if you didn’t just get a new phone. Amazon is shaving up to 40% off already-low prices on some of Anker’s most popular smartphone accessories, including a 5-port fast charging power adapter, the Anker PowerWave wireless fast charger, and a USB-C car charger that’ll recharge your phone faster than a wall adapter. Shop the entire sale right here on Amazon’s site, or check out all the deals below.

Anker PowerCore 10000, One of The Smallest and Lightest 10000mAh External Batteries, Ultra-Comp…: $31.99

[3 Pack: 3ft/6ft/10ft] Anker Powerline Lightning Cable Apple MFi Certified – Lightning Cables f…: $27.99

Anker PowerPort Power Strip, 12 Outlets & 3 USB Ports, Surge Protector with 6ft Cord, and Power…: $34.99

USB C Car Charger, Anker 49.5W PowerDrive Speed+ 2 Car Adapter with One 30W PD Port for MacBook…: $29.94

Anker PowerCore+ Mini, 3350mAh Lipstick-Sized Portable Charger (Premium Aluminum Power Bank), O…: $19.99

Anker Quick Charge 3.0 63W 5-Port USB Wall Charger, PowerPort Speed 5 for Galaxy S9/S8/S7/S6/Ed…: $35.99

Anker 60W 10-Port USB Wall Charger, PowerPort 10 for iPhone Xs/XS Max/XR/ X/8/7/6s/Plus, iPad P…: $39.99

Anker PowerWave 7.5 Fast Wireless Charging Pad with Internal Cooling Fan, Qi-Certified, 7.5W Co…: $45.99

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Google Maps’ personalized ‘For You’ feature is now rolling out on iOS

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Google is increasingly trying to transform Google Maps into an application that can be used for more than navigation purposes, with a significant emphasis on being more social. You and your friends can use a new Maps tool to more easily decide on where to go out, and more Waze-like features are coming to the app as well.

Starting on Monday, Google Maps users on iPhone and Android will be able to use the new “For You” menu as well, which helps you identify new places to visit based on your likes and activity.

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Amazon’s new waterproof Kindle Paperwhite is on sale for the first time ever

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It’s a Christmas miracle! Amazon’s All-new Kindle Paperwhite is the first waterproof Kindle E-Reader Amazon has ever made, and it didn’t go on sale at all for Black Friday. We figured it would be discounted on Cyber Monday or at some point during Cyber Week, but alas. Now, with two weeks to go until Christmas, it finally got the discount we’ve been waiting for. $130 is a fair price for such a great new eBook reader, but you’ll only pay $99.99 this week!

All-new Kindle Paperwhite – Now Waterproof with 2x the Storage – Includes Special Offers: $99.99

Here are some key details from the product page:

  • The thinnest, lightest Kindle Paperwhite yet—with a flush-front design and 300 ppi glare-free display that reads like real paper even in bright sunlight.
  • Now waterproof, so you’re free to read and relax at the beach, by the pool, or in the bath.
  • Enjoy twice the storage with 8 GB. Or choose 32 GB to hold more magazines, comics, and audiobooks.
  • Now with Audible. Pair with Bluetooth headphones or speakers to listen to your story.
  • A single battery charge lasts weeks, not hours.
  • The built-in adjustable light lets you read indoors and outdoors, day and night.
  • Get instant access to new releases and bestsellers, plus over a million titles at $2.99 or less.

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5 paid iPhone apps on sale for free on December 10th

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The first full week of December is behind us, but when it comes to free apps, we’re just getting warmed up. App Store releases begin to slow down rather significantly in the days leading up to Christmas, but prices are still fluctuating, which is why you can get all five of the apps listed below free of charge, if you hurry.

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5 paid iPhone apps on sale for free on December 10th originally appeared on BGR.com on Mon, 10 Dec 2018 at 14:56:47 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Stock up on Sonos speakers in Amazon’s special Christmas sale

%name Stock up on Sonos speakers in Amazon’s special Christmas sale by Authcom, Nova Scotia\s Internet and Computing Solutions Provider in Kentville, Annapolis Valley

Sonos speakers were among the best bargains out there during the Black Friday and Cyber Week sales events last month. But don’t worry if you missed out on those great deals, because you can still snag some of Sonos’ best-selling smart speakers at a discount. The Sonos One with Alexa is $20 off for single speakers and $50 off for a two pack, and those are probably the most notable deals available right now. You can also get a $30 Amazon gift card if you pick up a pair of Sonos Play:1 speakers though, or a $50 gift card and a free Sonos wall mount when you buy a Sonos Playbar sound bar.

All-new Sonos One

  • Start and control music with your voice. Amazon Alexa is built right in.
  • Fill two rooms in your home with rich, crystal clear sound, the perfect way to begin your Sonos system.
  • Pair your Sonos Ones together in the same room for stereo sound. Connect them to Playbar or Playbase for epic home theater surround sound.
  • Get the latest weather updates, flash briefings and sports scores, set timers, and enjoy all those other helpful Amazon Alexa skills using a single Sonos speaker.
  • Add even more Sonos speakers to experience wireless audio throughout your home.

All-new Sonos One – 2-Room Voice Controlled Smart Speaker with Amazon Alexa Built In (Black): $348.00

Two Room Set with Sonos Play:1 + $30 Amazon Gift card

  • Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately)
  • Fill two separate rooms with different music, or link them together to hear the same song in both. Great surround speakers for your Sonos home theater, too
  • Versatile, compact fit. Place them wherever you want and enjoy rich, room-filling sound
  • Streams all your favorite music services like Amazon Music Unlimited, Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music and more
  • Easy 10-minute wi-fi set up. No Bluetooth pairing problems or interruptions
  • Connects wirelessly to Sonos speakers in other rooms so you can expand your Home Sound System when you’re ready

Two Room Set with Sonos Play:1 + $30 Amazon Gift card: $298.00

Sonos Playbar TV Soundbar with Sonos Wall Mount Kit + $50 Amazon Giftcard

  • Playbar complements HD television screens with crisp and powerful sound from nine amplified speaker drivers. Wirelessly streams all your favorite music services too.
  • Playbar syncs wirelessly with other Sonos speakers so you can listen to TV or music in perfect sync, throughout your home.
  • Playbar has simple two-cord setup. One for power and one for the TV. Control from your existing TV remote, or wirelessly connect on the Sonos app from your smart device.
  • Wall Mount makes Playbar easy to install to any wall with pegs in precisely the right place.
  • Wall Mount allows for placement horizontally above or below your TV
  • Add even more Sonos speakers to experience wireless audio throughout your home.

Sonos Playbar TV Soundbar with Sonos Wall Mount Kit + $50 Amazon Giftcard: $699.00

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Google+ is shutting down four months early because of a new security bug

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Google never could figure out a coherent story to tell that would spur greater usage of its flameout of a social network. And now it seems the wind-down of Google+ is becoming equally as nettlesome as Google is now having to shut it down earlier than planned because of yet another data leak.

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