When we wake up in the morning many of us go straight for the coffee. That warm smooth taste, not to mention the caffeine, is what gets us going. But, do you know the history behind that delicious wake-up call? It involves mystical people of the Middle East, a revolution in France and so much more.
This 'Pro' series Android tablet is only $99
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When tablets were first introduced to the market they were bulky, expensive devices that were hard to justify purchasing. But it didn’t take long for tablets to come along that are cheaper and more powerful than ever.
If you’re looking for an affordable option with all the features you need, check out the onn. Tablet Pro that runs Android OS.
It might not compete with expensive luxury devices like the iPad Pro but the onn. tablet offers a remarkable feature set for the price and might be your new favorite way to surf the web.
onn. Tablet Pro specs
If you’ve never heard of the onn. brand before, it’s Walmart’s in-house electronics line. Though the onn. Tablet Pro might not have the prestige of a manufacturer like Apple, but what’s inside the tablet is astoundingly competitive for the price, and it has more than enough power for the average user.
Here are the specs for its 8-inch model:
- 8-inch HD LCD touchscreen
- 10 hours of battery life
- 5 MP front-facing camera and 5 MP rear-facing camera
- 2GB RAM
- 2.0 GHz 8-core processor
- 32GB internal storage with a microSD slot for additional storage
The onn. Tablet Pro runs the latest version of Android and comes in gray. An AC adapter and USB charging cable come in the box, too. The tablet comes preloaded with five applications: Walmart, Walmart Grocery, Vudu, Sam’s Club and Walmart eBooks.
Regardless of which Android device you’re using, it’s important to take precautions to keep your data safe. Tap or click here to learn if your Android device might be susceptible to hacking.
Amazon’s low-cost tablet competitors
Market giant Amazon has long since dominated the low-cost Android tablet market with a number of product lines at different price points suitable for every kind of user.
Amazon’s cheapest offering is its Fire 7 tablet, which comes in at under $50. It offers a 7-inch display and comes with 2GB of RAM.
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Do you own a second home? It’s pretty common to own a vacation home or rental property. In fact, it’s estimated that nearly 7.5 million Americans do.
With coronavirus (COVID-19) fears and travel restrictions ramping up, you might not be able to take that trip you were planning anytime soon. These are strange times and you might be worried about your other property if you can’t travel there.
SimpliSafe protects your whole house in under an hour
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You’ve probably heard how easy it is to protect your family, home and valuables these days. It’s nothing like the hassle it used to be.
Technology has changed everything — and simplified it, too. That’s because wireless technology has made installing home security an afternoon project, rather than the all-day nightmare it was when techs had to drill holes in your walls, cut wires and mount a system that worked just OK.
Video doorbell company is making a major privacy change you should know about
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Living in a digital world makes it ridiculously difficult to protect our privacy. Cybercriminals do their best to trick unsuspecting victims into handing over sensitive information all the time, not to mention hackers who just steal it.
3 critical features that make a home security system great
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Protect your home from intruders and other elemental hazards with help from our sponsor, SimpliSafe’s, complete home security system.
It’s easy to install, with no drilling involved — you can do it yourself in less than 15 minutes! Their service does not require contracts, and it offers 24/7 professional alarm monitoring for less than 50 cents a day.
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Hello, 2020 resolutions! 5 life-changing wellness gadgets
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New Year’s resolutions: Remember them? We are a ways into 2020, after all. If you’re still determined to improve yourself in this brand new decade, help is on the way.
The tech world has come up with some innovative ways to enhance your wellness in recent years, and you’re raring to try them but. But where should you start?
This handy kit lets you test your vision with your smartphone
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Considering how essential our eyesight is, it’s surprising how often we neglect it. Anyone with a halfway decent dental plan gets their teeth checked and cleaned on a regular basis, but our eyes? The only time they get to see an optometrist is when we drag ourselves in for a new eyeglass prescription.
5 must-have features for home security
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Throwing up a sign that reads, “Warning! Beware of dog!” isn’t strong enough security for your home. You actually need a system that will protect your most prized possessions, whether you’re home or away.
Every good security system watches your windows and doors, but you need more. Disasters like freezes, floods and fires could cost your home. We recommend our sponsor, SimpliSafe. If you’re thinking about home security, there is no better time, because SimpliSafe Home Security is offering my listeners their best deal of the year!
Not sure what books to buy for Christmas? Let Bill Gates help
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When it comes to wealth and prestige, few names are more iconic than Bill Gates. As the founder of Microsoft and one of the world’s richest men, Gates has made numerous contributions to the world of tech. He has also spearheaded several projects with the goal of reducing poverty and hunger in developing countries.
Amazon's top-selling items will surprise you
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Amazon had a record-breaking year in 2019. Prime Day was the biggest in the company’s history, with millions of transactions taking place around the world. In addition, Black Friday and Cyber Monday came and went with stellar results, with the latter being the biggest shopping day in the company’s history.
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