Best dashcams

The Fourth of July is coming in hot, and so is some absolutely bonkers traffic. And while fireworks light up the sky, accidents and road rage are lighting up our highways.

You need a dashcam

An Oklahoma City driver laid on his horn when an SUV started drifting in his lane. Things escalated quickly. The SUV driver swerved to block the honking driver, then pulled a gun and shot him.

Thankfully, the victim made a full recovery, and his dashcam recorded it all. Police identified and arrested the gunman thanks to that footage.

Key cam specs

Let’s start with the obvious. If you’re in an accident and not at fault, it’s easier to prove if you have it on tape. But cameras don’t just record crashes. 

Good dashcams can also detect collisions, alert emergency services and even beep if you start drifting lanes like you’re in a slow-motion Fast & Furious audition. Nice upgrade for an older car! 

Some also have parking mode with break-in sensors that sound an alarm and record the whole thing.

My picks

I always like to give you three options, but if you want a dashcam, get the Redtiger one. It’s a great one at a great price!

  • Nexar Pro ($145, 27% off): This records HD video, has GPS data tracking and anti-theft alerts. It also auto-records short clips.
  • Pruveeo 360-degree cam ($139.99): It has dual front and rear cameras, night vision and automatically saves footage of a crash. 

🌟 Best value because it’s on deep discount right now.

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If you want live TV, cancel streaming and get an antenna

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Charlie Chaplin’s in theaters after 100 years

Charlie Chaplin famously rereleased his 1925 silent classic The Gold Rush in 1942 with new narration and edits, believing it would connect better with modern audiences. Now, thanks to film archivists and AI, the silent masterpiece has been painstakingly restored. The 4K version just premiered at Cannes and hit 250 theaters worldwide.

Big-brained buys

🧠 You don’t need to be a genius to use today’s picks.

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🛍️ Treat your digital self: My Amazon shop is packed with more smart buys I know you’ll love.

Stream 4K for free: If you have Sling TV, you’ll be able to stream sports in 4K starting this week, including NFL games and the Olympics. You’ll see two versions of an event as you browse. Just click the one labeled “4K” to watch. You’ll need a Roku or Fire TV with 4K in the name, too. Here’s the full list of compatible devices.

Stop your TV from selling your data

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Remember when a 4K TV cost over ten grand? Now, they’re packed with smart features at a fraction of that price. But there’s a catch.

📸 Talk about driving a point home: Rep. Nancy Mace displayed a censored still of her naked body at a congressional hearing, saying it was taken without her consent by her ex-fiancé’s security cam. She’s pushing two bills to beef up federal voyeurism laws. The ex denies it all. The Founding Fathers did not die for 4K creep shots.

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That’s how many “immersive” movies exist for Apple’s $3,499 Vision Pro. How awful. Turns out filming in 3D isn’t cheap (paywall link). Until Apple figures out how to mass-produce this stuff, you’re basically buying a 4K souvenir from the future. Wait until 2027 for the cheaper model and more movies.

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Have a spare $300,000 sitting around? Call me: … Or you could spend it on the C SEED N1, a 4K TV that unfolds like a Transformer in 90 seconds. When you’re done binging, it turns back into a funky metal sculpture.

Presidents Day deals are already live

Tech is on sale, and so is everything else!

🫡 None of those up your alley? Hit the rest of the Presidents Day deals here!

Need video clips? Mixkit has free 4K stock footage, royalty-free music and sound effects. Use the search bar or browse by category. Best part: You don’t need to sign up.

Better iPhone videos: Head to Settings > Camera > Record Video and pick 4K at 60 fps. Then go to Settings > Camera > Formats and choose High Efficiency. For better framing, go to Camera > Composition and turn on Grid and Level. Your shots will look way better.

Heads up, gamers: The Nintendo Switch 2 is dropping June 5, starting at $449.99. It’s packing a 7.9-inch 1080p screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, 256GB of storage and bigger Joy-Con controllers. In docked mode, you’ll also be able to run games up to 4K at 60fps. As for battery? Expect 2 to 6.5 hours, depending on the game. FYI: Preorders open April 9.  

✈️ “Delayed Even Longer Than American”: Yup, I’m talking about Delta. Coming in 2026, all Delta cabins (even economy) will get Bluetooth and 4K seatback screens. The airline’s Delta Concierge AI bot will help you navigate airports, remind you when your passport expires and give packing tips. Great, just what we need … one more Delta acronym meaning: Delivering Everyone Late To Atlanta!

🍏 iPhone 16 details revealed: Apple announced the iPhone 16 lineup yesterday — bigger screens, improved camera specs and the “best battery life ever.” All models come with Apple Intelligence thanks to the A18 chip, plus studio-quality mics. Pro models get a 48MP ultrawide lens for pics (up from 12MP on the iPhone 15 Pro) and support 4K 120fps recording (pro quality). Preorders start this Friday, Sept. 13, and they’ll ship beginning on Sept. 20. Oh, and expect to spend $799 to $1,199.

Time to pay up: Netflix is phasing out its cheapest ad-free plan. If you’re on it, you’ll get a notification saying your last day to watch is July 13 unless you upgrade. Options: $6.99 ad-supported, $15.49 ad-free or $22.99 ad-free 4K premium.