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1. Gollum is the star of Daedalic's new 'Lord of the Rings' game
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... there's still mileage in the franchise. Amazon h... Read all  ...

2. Great deal is back on LED light bulbs
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For some reason, Amazon won't ship these super-inexpensive Sylvania LED bulbs to California. I was able to get a box of 24 by having it delivered out of the state and picking it up on a road trip. They're ...

3. The functional LEGO Pop-up Book kit
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... Red Riding Hood, and Jack and the Beanstalk associated minifigs are also included in this one of a kind LEGO set. LEGO Ideas 21315 Pop-up Book Building Kit , New 2019 (859 Piece) via Amazon Read the rest ...

4. Been eliminated? You need a Cuddle Team Leader plushie
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... and swing a squeaky pick-ax to boot. My kid will absolutely love this plushie, however, my Cavalier King Charles may decide to elim the doll. Fortnite Cuddle Team Leader Plush via Amazon Read the rest ...

5. Becky Chambers' 'A Closed and Common Orbit' brought me to tears
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... a small spaceship. This wonderful search for meaning and identity in a harsh, harsh world is a must-read. A Closed and Common Orbit by Becky Chambers via Amazon Previously on Boing Boing: I absolutely ...

6. Kickstart your mad science with this Raspberry Pi boot camp
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... you some good jumping off points. The first lesson lets you build a retro gaming system from scratch, and from there you can explore how your kit can interact with Amazon Alexa to voice-control nearly ...

7. What to expect from Apple's streaming video event
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Can Apple actually take on Netflix, Hulu and Amazon in the increasingly crowded world of streaming video? We're about to find out on March 25th, when Apple is expected to give us a glimpse at ...

8. Kindle edition of Neuromancer at steep discount
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... is on sale on Amazon in the Kindle edition for a very low price right now. Get it before the price goes back up. Read the rest “Kindle edition of Neuromancer at steep discount” Read all  ...

9. Easy-to-install bidet is a game changer
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Having traveled to Europe and Japan many times, I've grown to appreciate bidets. It's a shame they aren't commonplace in the US. Here's a cheap one on Amazon. It's really easy to install. It doesn't have ...

10. Funko's lovely Stan Lee tribute
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... Jason! Stan Lee" is on a 3x5 card around here someplace. Funko POP!: Stan Lee via Amazon Read the rest “Funko's lovely Stan Lee tribute” Read all  ...

11. Amazon creates its own skincare line called Belei
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Amazon loves to capitalize on popular products, and that apparently extends to the recent fascination with skincare products. The internet giant has introduced its first "dedicated" skincare ...

12. Amazon releases a sub-$100 Kindle you can read in the dark
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You don't have to shell out over $100 for a Kindle Paperwhite if all you really want is to be able to read your ebooks in the dark. Amazon has announced a new entry for its basic Kindle line, and ...

13. Reusable produce bags to limit even more bag waste
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... Food-safe Reusable Mesh Produce Bag – Set of 9 Strong See-Through Mesh Bags for Fruit, Veggies via Amazon Read the rest “Reusable produce bags to limit even more bag waste” Read all  ...

14. The worst toy: Flushin' Frenzy
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Flushin' Frenzy [Amazon] is a toy wherein you push a plunger until a poop pops up. All the fun of clearing out a blocked toilet! The game's tagline is "Poop there it is!" Game night just got gross - ...

15. Apple's upcoming video service won't offer live sports at launch
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... of thought about competing with Amazon or Facebook to secure r... Read all  ...

16. Star Wars origin story for Grand Admiral Thrawn is as wonderful as I hoped
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... adventure is a fantastic story, but learning Thrawn's motivations and backstory have set me down the path of reading the entire trilogy. Thrawn (Star Wars) by Timothy Zahn via Amazon Read the rest “Star ...

17. ‘Farscape’ comes to Amazon Prime Video on March 19th
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... in HD, will be available to stream on Amazon Pri... Read all  ...

18. Amazon's Virginia headquarters clears a key political hurdle
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Amazon just took a large step closer to establishing a second headquarters in Virginia. The Arlington County Board has voted unanimously in favor of granting Amazon an estimated $51 million incentive ...

19. I used Prague Powder to make corned beef
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... Curing Salt #1 (2lb Prague Powder) by Anthony's via Amazon Read the rest Read all  ...

20. Kia and Amazon team up to make charging EVs at home easier
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Amazon's latest partnership with Kia could sway those weighing whether to take the plunge on an electric vehicle. Kia electric vehicle buyers can now order at-home charging units and schedule home ...

21. Twistable snake reminds me of my childhood
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... these a 'fidget' toy way back in my single digit days, but these snakes kick the shit out of any fidget spinner. Speed Cube Snake Ruler Cube Puzzle 3 Pack via Amazon Read the rest Read all  ...

22. Facebook and Big Tech are monopsonies, even when they're not monopolies
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Big Tech is often in a monopoly situation (for example, Amazon's Audible owns something like 90% of the audiobook market), but even where they aren't monopolies, they are often monopsonies: a single buyer ...

23. Lockpicking Lawyer wins $100 proving a fancy padlock can be opened in less than three minutes
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Enjoy one minute and eleven seconds of fun from the Lockpicking Lawyer, who makes short work of a Smartkey Kwikset Padlock [Amazon], which you absolutely shouldn't buy as a gift for someone whose property ...

24. Apple Music is on Amazon Fire TV
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Apple Music users in the US can now listen to their tracks on Amazon Fire TVs (or sticks). The news comes only months after Apple Music became available on Echo devices stateside. Apple's streaming ...

25. Cheap sunglasses that evoke the King of Cool
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... are light, the frames are thin, the lenses claim to block UV. SUNGAIT Vintage Round Sunglasses for Women Classic Retro Designer Style via Amazon Read the rest Read all  ...