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BTTR Roundup #81: I sat closer to a Samsung OLED and now my whole loungeroom feels wrong: bttr.reviews

","summary":"This week: watching the World Cup at a Samsung S95H demo has me questioning my entire TV setup, plus Sony's WH-1000XX COLLEXION review, the latest news and there are 108 deals waiting for you below.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/bttr-roundup-81/","date_published":"2026-06-19T06:15:59+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"06:15","date_timestamp":1781849759,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZwem1lHGef"]}},{"id":"92464173","content_html":"

Microsoft Surface Pro gets Snapdragon X2 and OLED for all-day workload: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Microsoft has refreshed the Surface Pro 13-inch and Surface Laptop with Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2, bringing faster graphics, longer battery life, and an optional OLED display to its most popular Windows devices.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/microsoft-surface-pro-gets-snapdragon-x2-and-oled-for-all-day-workload/","date_published":"2026-06-19T01:04:44+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"01:04","date_timestamp":1781831084,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZv5s6VlnOg"]}},{"id":"92463103","content_html":"

The Ciao Bella phone lets your kid call their besties without a screen in sight: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Australian startup Ciao Bella has built a screen-free landline phone for kids, with parent-approved contacts, quiet hours, and free calls between handsets. Pre-orders are open now.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/the-ciao-bella-phone/","date_published":"2026-06-19T00:20:25+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"00:20","date_timestamp":1781828425,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZv0X0rEdF-"]}},{"id":"92412874","content_html":"

Samsung's S95H wants to be art on your wall. Here's what else stood out at my first look at the 2026 OLED lineup: bttr.reviews

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Third time lucky? Google's new Home Speaker is betting on Gemini: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Google's first Gemini-powered speaker is $199 and landing on Aussie shelves June 25. The AI is smarter than ever, but the best features will cost you extra after six months.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/new-google-home/","date_published":"2026-06-18T03:44:06+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-18 03:44","date_timestamp":1781754246,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZtm7IYke2m"]}},{"id":"92329058","content_html":"

Ring Intercom is the smart buzzer Australian apartment dwellers have been waiting for: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Ring's apartment-friendly smart intercom is now available in Australia for $189, letting residents see, speak to, and remotely unlock their building entrance from anywhere.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/ring-intercom-launched/","date_published":"2026-06-17T01:20:03+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-17 01:20","date_timestamp":1781659203,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZqyAQ_kcki"]}},{"id":"92322137","content_html":"

Shark's new PowerLite keeps auto-empty but ditches the bulk: bttr.reviews

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I cannot understand why anyone would willingly choose to use the Divi editor in Wordpress. It’s such a convoluted mess of a user interface. Makes doing even the simplest thing three steps harder than it should be.

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Sony WH-1000XX The COLLEXION review: Exceptional, but the XM6 is probably a better choice: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Sony's 1000X THE COLLEXION marks a decade of the 1000X series with luxury materials, a bespoke new driver and the same noise cancellation that made the XM6 the benchmark. But at $999.95, does it do enough to prove its worth against the exceptional (and cheaper) WH-1000 XM6?","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/sony-wh-1000xx-the-collexion-review/","date_published":"2026-06-15T08:36:42+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-15 08:36","date_timestamp":1781512602,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZmcHDEFusR"]}},{"id":"92182616","content_html":"\n

Finished reading Mistborn Wax & Wayne The Complete Series by Brandon Sanderson last night. Really enjoyed it, though I’m still not 100% certain with what is happening with the greater Cosmere lore after that last book. Was a sudden, massive expansion I wasn’t really ready for. 📚

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Watching the Socceroos beat Turkey today was maybe a little too stressful for my liking. But it was so good to watch a solid strategy bear fruit.

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Also Irankunda is just fantastic to watch. His goal was great, but the touch to get past two defenders? Amazing. ⚽️

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BTTR Roundup #80: Apple's iOS 27 alarm fix, ASUS ExpertBook Ultra and 108 EOFY deals: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Apple finally fixes one of its most annoying iOS oversights, I spent time in Singapore with ASUS's new business laptop, and EOFY deals are picking up steam.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/bttr-roundup-80-apples-ios-27-alarm-fix-asus-expertbook-ultra-and-108-eofy-deals/","date_published":"2026-06-12T06:02:51+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-12 06:02","date_timestamp":1781244171,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZed9cYlm5h"]}},{"id":"92014394","content_html":"

Insta360's Luna Ultra takes on DJI with Leica glass and 8K video: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Insta360's debut in the gimbal camera space pairs 1-inch 8K imaging with a Leica Summicron lens, a secondary telephoto with up to 12x zoom, and a detachable OLED screen that does things the DJI's pocket gimbal simply can't.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/insta360-luna-ultra/","date_published":"2026-06-12T02:17:14+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-12 02:17","date_timestamp":1781230634,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZeAaFMFJWr"]}},{"id":"92010010","content_html":"

Logitech folds on the excuses with its pocketable Mobi Fold: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Logitech's first foldable mouse collapses to half its size, packs 30-day battery life, and connects to three devices via Bluetooth. Meet the Mobi Fold.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/logitech-fold-mouse/","date_published":"2026-06-12T00:13:40+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-12 00:13","date_timestamp":1781223220,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZdyDS7Eev-"]}},{"id":"92009889","content_html":"

Logitech's Spotlight 2 wants to calm your nerves before you click: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Logitech's upgraded Spotlight presenter adds haptic feedback, digital highlighting tools, and a guided breathing exercise for pre-stage nerves. At $199.95, it's a serious piece of kit for serious presenters.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/logitechs-spotlight-2/","date_published":"2026-06-11T23:34:13+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-11 23:34","date_timestamp":1781220853,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZdxbM8EZ5w"]}},{"id":"91958716","content_html":"

Photo dump from my trip to Singapore

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Belkin just made the Switch 2 harder to put down: bttr.reviews

","summary":"A charging grip with a built-in 10K power bank, a slim ergonomic grip and a cross-body travel bag are Belkin's latest additions to its Nintendo Switch 2 lineup.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/belkin-new-switch-2-accessories/","date_published":"2026-06-11T05:17:22+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-11 05:17","date_timestamp":1781155042,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZbxXv3jobB"]}},{"id":"91885735","content_html":"

Sub-kilo and zero compromises: the ASUS ExpertBook Ultra lands in Australia: bttr.reviews

","summary":"ASUS unveiled the ExpertBook Ultra at Next Enterprise Summit 2026, claiming 50W of sustained performance, Intel Arc graphics faster than an RTX 4050, and Gen 5 SSD speeds in a chassis lighter than most ultrabooks. It's available now in Australia from $3,399.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/asus-expertbook-ultra-announced/","date_published":"2026-06-10T08:31:42+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-10 08:31","date_timestamp":1781080302,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZZhvDgll9B"]}},{"id":"91877764","content_html":"

Ecovacs is bringing one of its best-value robot vacs back to ALDI: bttr.reviews

","summary":"The Ecovacs Deebot Neo 2.0 Plus hits ALDI Special Buys on June 20 for $399, bundled with an Auto-Empty Station and 5,000Pa suction.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/ecovacs-neo-20-aldi/","date_published":"2026-06-10T05:14:23+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-10 05:14","date_timestamp":1781068463,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZZLGlljnR-"]}},{"id":"91875061","content_html":"

Aqara Camera Hub G350 review: A cute powerhouse: bttr.reviews

","summary":"The Aqara Camera Hub G350 is the first Matter-certified camera in Australia packs 4K wide-angle and 2.5K telephoto lenses, a full Zigbee hub, and Matter bridging into one compact body.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/aqara-camera-hub-g350-review/","date_published":"2026-06-10T03:39:25+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-10 03:39","date_timestamp":1781062765,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZZAJ-TkXyc"]}},{"id":"91835778","content_html":"

Pour one out for passport stamps: bruff.me

","summary":"Traveling to Singapore for work highlights the diminishing personal connection to international travel as digital processing replaces traditional passport stamps.","url":"https://bruff.me/2026/06/10/pour-one-out-for-passport.html","date_published":"2026-06-09T15:09:51+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-09 15:09","date_timestamp":1781017791,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:4ghne7sgfiapwt6khedc2k4u/post/3mnui7xucnw23"]}},{"id":"91836214","content_html":"

Intel's Arc G-Series goes all-in on the handheld gaming era: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Intel's Arc G-Series processors are purpose-built for handheld gaming, with AI upscaling, smart battery management, and a strong performance lead over AMD. Here's what the new chips offer.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/intel-arc-g-series/","date_published":"2026-06-09T15:02:59+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-09 15:02","date_timestamp":1781017379,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZXq9Gykewf"]}},{"id":"91797292","content_html":"

Apple finally gives parents a fighting chance against screen time: bttr.reviews

","summary":"Apple has overhauled its parental controls for this year's OS software updates, giving parents tighter control over what their kids see, who they talk to, and when they can use their devices.","url":"https://www.bttr.reviews/apple-parental-control-improvements/","date_published":"2026-06-09T00:45:43+00:00","author":{"name":"Nick Broughall","url":"https://bruff.me","avatar":"https://cdn.micro.blog/photos/96/https%3A%2F%2Favatars.micro.blog%2Favatars%2F2022%2F138652.jpg","_microblog":{"username":"Bruff"}},"_microblog":{"date_relative":"2026-06-09 00:45","date_timestamp":1780965943,"is_favorite":false,"is_bookmark":false,"is_deletable":false,"is_conversation":false,"is_linkpost":true,"is_mention":false,"note":"","syndication":["https://www.threads.com/@bttr_reviews/post/DZWHdorDKLH"]}},{"id":"91795452","content_html":"

(Finally) finished watching all of Modern Family last night. The last few seasons were a real struggle, to be honest. 📺

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Apple's Siri finally has something to say: bttr.reviews

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@joabyjojo.com I definitely need a new mattress and my wife is telling me to go see the physio today. But I reckon I’m cheap enough to wait until it gets worse.

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@lexroman.com It does for me! Just having a wild guess here, but are you using Outpost to manage subscriptions? Check in outposts site settings if the “Use Ghost Portal for membership features” is checked – my guess is it’s not and that’s why you can’t see analytics on Ghost…

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@JohnPhilpin Micro RGB is the display technology. 😀

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@nick.bttr.reviews lol. Do you really want me to answer, or would you rather live in blissful ignorance?

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@serrels.bsky.social Turkish delight goes in the bin.

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@alexkidman we all suffer for our craft 😂

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@nick.bttr.reviews My kids were literally playing it yesterday. It’s timeless.

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\n#AudioReview #Sony #HeadphonesReview

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@nick.bttr.reviews Bottom line: If you’re serious about blocking out the world and want flagship audio quality, these deliver.

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Not cheap, but they justify the investment for frequent travellers, remote workers, or serious listeners.

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Full review: www.bttr.reviews/sony-wh-1000…

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@nick.bttr.reviews The downsides?

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@nick.bttr.reviews Battery life is fantastic: 30 hours with ANC on, plus quick charging (3 mins = 3 hours playback). Perfect for long flights or extended work sessions.

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Comfort is solid - I wore these for hours with glasses on without the brain-crushing feeling some headphones give you.

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@nick.bttr.reviews The secret? Sony’s new QN3 processor (7x faster than XM5) + 12 microphones working together. It’s next-level compared to AirPods Max and Sonos Ace.
\nSound quality is exceptional too - crisp and detailed across every genre I tested.

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@nick.bttr.reviews My kids were mortified. My wife just looked at me , laughed and accepted it.

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She knows what I’m like…

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@manton Agree it’s the Notes section that’s the biggest issue. I understand providing a way to engage as a brand with other short-form platforms is important, but the fact each note doesn’t have its own URL on your site, so it can’t be linked to or embedded in a full post, means it’s very limited.

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@nick.bttr.reviews Who did I miss?

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@bibbybhoy.bsky.social Ugh, that sucks.

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@nick.bttr.reviews So if you’re interested in an Aussie take on tech and you’ve made it this far in my little thread, please consider subscribing 🙏

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@nick.bttr.reviews But I feel like I’m starting to find a good groove with the writing. My biggest problem is self-marketing. I’m terrible at promoting myself. I understand how important it is, but also hate doing it.

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@nick.bttr.reviews As expected, changing things up kind of worked against me at first. I had a handful of people unsubscribe when they started receiving my reviews as emails. I get it, it was a change from what I originally promised.

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@nick.bttr.reviews My weekly news roundup, meanwhile, has a list of news articles, but paid subscribers get a deeper dive into three of the week’s biggest stories, with some commentary thrown in.

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@nick.bttr.reviews My goal is to offer more insight to paid subscribers on every article as well. For example, my most recent reviews have a paid section that offers direct specs comparisons with similar or competing products, a handful of tips/tricks to get the most out of the product, and one “final thought”.

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@nick.bttr.reviews Ideally, that includes the weekly news roundup on a Friday, plus at least one tech or appliance review per week (two when I can manage it!). I also want to write 1-2 deeper features or interviews a week as well, depending on bandwidth.

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@nick.bttr.reviews Rock Band 4 still rocks around this house. Not as often as I’d like, but it’s the one game everyone here really enjoys playing together.

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@edzitron.com And the cynic in me wants to believe that even the name “io” was little more than a ploy to steal attention (and maybe search traffic) from Google’s I/O announcements.

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