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Consensus 2022: where it’s like the crypto downturn never happened

When the bubble has yet to burst for everyone

Jun 10, 2022

Consensus 2022: where it’s like the crypto downturn never happened

Jun 10, 2022

10 Rules for Band Dads

My older daughter Lilly has been playing music for many years, and in elementary and middle school she did recitals and even a solo guitar…

Nov 30, 2021

10 Rules for Band Dads

Nov 30, 2021

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6 Nuts to Avoid This Month, Ranked

The only #NoNutNovember credo that matters

Nov 9, 2021

6 Nuts to Avoid This Month, Ranked

Nov 9, 2021

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Yes, Cannabis Will Grow in an AeroGarden Device

I mean, that’s what we heard… from other people. Not because we did it. (Ahem.)

Apr 16, 2021

Yes, Cannabis Will Grow in an AeroGarden Device

Apr 16, 2021

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Ring’s Neighborhood App Is Worse Than Useless

Ring doorbells see all, but know nothing

Apr 2, 2021

Ring’s Neighborhood App Is Worse Than Useless

Apr 2, 2021

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The 6 Most Annoying Job Interview Questions, Ranked

Where do you see yourself by the end of this article?

Mar 31, 2021

The 6 Most Annoying Job Interview Questions, Ranked

Mar 31, 2021

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SXSW Online Did Not Suck (Like Most Zoom Conferences Do)

In its highly experimental 2021 edition, South by Southwest shows how Zoom conferences can be done

Mar 25, 2021

SXSW Online Did Not Suck (Like Most Zoom Conferences Do)

Mar 25, 2021

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How to Calculate All the Money You’re Wasting on Meetings

And what to do about it

Mar 17, 2021

How to Calculate All the Money You’re Wasting on Meetings

Mar 17, 2021

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Every ‘Toy Story’ Film, Ranked

To number one — and beyond!

Mar 12, 2021

Characters from Toy Story.

Mar 12, 2021

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Not Everything Is Cheaper on Amazon

Honey, Rakuten, and Capital One shopping could help you find a better price

Mar 11, 2021

A tip scale with one box on each scale. The box on the left of the scale is labeled “Amazon” and the box on the right is labeled “Honey.” The scale is tipped toward the Amazon box. Above the image is the “Dear Omar” column name.

Mar 11, 2021

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The 9 Most Realistic ‘Black Mirror’ Episodes, Ranked

One foot in reality, the other foot jammed deep in your saddened soul

Mar 5, 2021

The 9 Most Realistic ‘Black Mirror’ Episodes, Ranked

Mar 5, 2021

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‘Get in the Chair’: How My Dad Taught Me to Soar With ‘Flight Simulator’

He served in the Air Force. I write about video games.

Mar 3, 2021

‘Get in the Chair’: How My Dad Taught Me to Soar With ‘Flight Simulator’

Mar 3, 2021

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The 8 Best Flavors of Cheerios, Ranked

They’re not all cheery, yo

Mar 3, 2021

The 8 Best Flavors of Cheerios, Ranked

Mar 3, 2021

Trolls just gonna straight up troll.

Mar 2, 2021

Mar 2, 2021

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The Texas Storms Taught Me to Love My Powerbank

But I’m still awaiting my utility bill 😬

Feb 24, 2021

The Texas Storms Taught Me to Love My Powerbank

Feb 24, 2021

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How I Got Sucked Into a Discord Stock-Trading Group and Made Thousands

Reddit’s WallStreetBets isn’t the only online hangout for passionate amateur traders

Feb 23, 2021

The Discord app displayed on the screen of an iPhone.

Feb 23, 2021

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Not All Germ-Killing Gadgets Kill Covid

I saw the light, but I can’t tell if it’s keeping me safe

Feb 17, 2021

Not All Germ-Killing Gadgets Kill Covid

Feb 17, 2021

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Is It Really Worth Upgrading Your PC for ‘Ultra’ Gaming Graphics?

Five family gaming rigs reveal that graphics performance is largely in the eye of the beholder

Feb 10, 2021

Is It Really Worth Upgrading Your PC for ‘Ultra’ Gaming Graphics?

Feb 10, 2021

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Dear Omar: ‘Will This App Prepare Me for the Apocalypse?’

The Harbor app promises to aid reluctant preppers

Feb 3, 2021

A phone’s emergency alert with the text “THE END OF THE WORLD IS NEAR” on top of a picture of a dark cloud.

Feb 3, 2021

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The 8 Most Annoying People You’ll Encounter on LinkedIn, Ranked

It’s just like work, except the office is open 24/7

Jan 27, 2021

The 8 Most Annoying People You’ll Encounter on LinkedIn, Ranked

Jan 27, 2021

Omar L. Gallaga

Omar L. Gallaga

Tech culture writer and podcaster, now freelancing in Texas. Bylines: Washington Post, WSJ, CNN, NPR, Wired, Texas Monthly. Here for all your wordy needs.

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