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How to Buy Ethical and Eco-Friendly Electronics
E-waste, conflict minerals, and poor labor conditions are just a few issues blighting the tech industry. Here’s how to shop more sustainably.
“There Was No Handbook”: Lawrence Kasdan on ILM and Crafting Light & Magic
“Just think about it.” With this simple advice, Star Wars creator George Lucas inspired the special effects artists at Industrial Light & Magic to pioneer new techniques and make the impossible a reality. “One thing you never heard from them was ‘That’s impossible!’” Lawrence Kasdan, the director and executive producer of the new documentary series […]
Inside the Lucasfilm Archive: A Brewing Rebellion in the Obi-Wan Kenobi Limited Series
Through the props and costumes of Star Wars, we find a tangible link to connect with the characters from a galaxy far, far away and the stories they inhabit. Inside the Lucasfilm Archive, take a closer look at these artifacts and the stories behind their design. Nods to previous Star Wars storytelling are scattered throughout the props […]
Compose Your Own ’80s Tunes With These Super-Portable Synths
These tiny, adorable, rechargeable, and affordable synths fit in a backpack and make you sound like a modern-day A-ha.
What to Bring to Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022
Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022 is almost here. But even if you’re a Celebration or convention veteran, knowing what to bring with you is always important. Anaheim will be my eleventh Star Wars Celebration, and even I sometimes forget to pack something for when I travel to the biggest gathering of galactic fans. (One time […]
11 Travel Deals to Take You Anywhere You Want
Grab these deals on luggage, electronics, napping gear, and more on your way to your summer adventures.
How to Reboot Your Gadgets and How Often to Do It
Your IT department is right. Turning your electronics off and on again is so helpful that you might want to schedule regular reboots.
Ultra-Long Battery Life Is Coming … Eventually
Consumer electronics companies are boasting about unprecedented leaps in battery tech. How legit are the claims?
Your Very First Fisher-Price Phone Now Works With Bluetooth
It is both silly and absolutely wonderful to call friends and family on a plastic childhood toy.