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Paul's Tech Makeover: Here's to a Smarter 2018 (Premium)
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Paul’s Tech Makeover: Here’s to an Even Smarter 2018 (Premium)

In 2017, we moved to Pennsylvania and underwent what I think of as Phase 1…

Tip: Save Big on Groove Music Pass

Goodbye, Groove Music

Zune Music, Xbox Music, and now Groove Music. Microsoft's killing all of its music streaming…

Ask Paul: December 29
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Ask Paul: December 29 (Premium)

Happy New Year to everyone! And welcome to the final installment of "Ask Paul" for…

Amazon's Holiday PR is Just as Devoid of Facts as Always
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Amazon’s Holiday PR is Just as Devoid of Facts as Always (Premium)

I often complain about Microsoft's aversion to hard numbers. Well, Amazon is even worse.

Amazon's Prime Advantage
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Amazon’s Prime Advantage (Premium)

Amazon Prime: Come for the free shipping, but stay for the ever-expanding list of digital…

Ask Paul: December 22
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Ask Paul: December 22 (Premium)

Happy holidays and thank you, as always, to those who wrote in with questions.

Google Home Max Review: The McMansion of Smart Speakers

Google Home Max Review: The McMansion of Smart Speakers

Google Home Max is a gigantic smart speaker that offers Google Assistant and Chromecast capabilities.

Top 10 Microsoft Stories of 2017
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Top 10 Microsoft Stories of 2017 (Premium)

2017 was another epic year for Microsoft. Here are my picks for the top 10…

A Quick Follow-Up on Amazon
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A Quick Follow-Up on Amazon (Premium)

Yesterday, I discussed how I don't really take advantage of many of Amazon's digital services.…

My Favorite Podcasts of 2017

My Favorite Podcasts of 2017

While I routinely list my favorite audiobooks from each year, I don't believe I've ever…

Reading List: My Favorite Audiobooks of 2017

Reading List: My Favorite Audiobooks of 2017

I spend a lot of time listening to audiobooks. Here are some of my favorites…

Thinking About Amazon
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Thinking About Amazon (Premium)

I am probably one of Amazon's best customers, but I don't really take advantage of…

Google Home Max: First Impressions

Google Home Max: First Impressions

I've chosen Chromecast as my whole-home audio solution, so I was very interested in testing…

OK Google, Why Should We Trust You to Make Hardware?
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OK Google, Why Should We Trust You to Make Hardware? (Premium)

You've probably heard the oft-spouted phrase, "hardware is hard." Well, it's true. Just ask Google.

Spotify's Support of Live Tiles is Important
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Spotify’s Support of Live Tiles is Important (Premium)

The latest update to Spotify for Windows 10 adds support for live tiles in Start.…

Wanted: Not Sonos
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Wanted: Not Sonos (Premium)

I really enjoy the sound quality of Sonos wireless smart speakers, but I don't like…

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