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Searching for the best lightweight laptop? Looking for the ultimate ultrabook? Want all the power you need for work and/or gaming on the go, in a device that won’t tear the seams of your shoulder straps? You’re in the right place. (Here’s a more general roundup of the best laptops, if you want it). There’s no shortage of super-slim, lightweight notebooks out there among bigger, heavier machines. But if you’re set on skinny, we’ve rounded up some of the best lightweight laptops right here, from Apple’s ever-popular MacBook Air to offerings from Dell, Asus, Microsft and more, to provide an…
It’s been a big week for Amazon’s market-dominating family of e-readers. In a win for graphic novel fans (and people who just like admiring book covers), the Kindle Colorsoft is the first Kindle to sport a colour display, while the Kindle Scribe has a fashionable new look and is the latest gadget to make use of advances in generative AI. The best-selling Paperwhite also got a much-needed upgrade. It’s the biggest Kindle refresh in years, and the perfect opportunity to upgrade from an aging model like my own – but I’m reluctant. You see, I’m the owner of what we…
Looking for something creepy to watch? You’ll find plenty of scare-tertainment right here What better way to indulge your taste for the pants-fillingly frightening than to dim the lights, curl up on the sofa, fire up your streaming device of choice and watch a horror film? There’s a terrifying treasure trove of scary movies available on streaming services like Netflix, Now and Prime Video. Here, you’ll find the Stuff team’s pick of Netflix’s selection. Whether you like your horror movies bloody, creepy, arty or with a twist of comedy, there’s sure to be something in here that’ll put the willies up you. Searching…
Classic Disney movies, new shows, revivals: Here’s everything you need to know about Disney+ before subscribing!Wednesday April 29 2020ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Danielle ValenteGrab those mouse ears and sparkling crowns! Much to the delight of princes, princesses and Mouseketeers, Disney+ brings the magic straight to viewers’ homes (and it’s free for a year with Verizon). The new streaming service features a wide variety of family movies and TV shows, as well as plenty of new and original content. (We know you love Baby Yoda as much as we do.) Subscribers will find a lot to love, whether they’re interested in super-hero stories, animal documentaries, hysterical family comedy movies or even The Simpsons. (No, we’re…
NewsWritten by Jacqueline CainEditor, Time Out BostonWednesday October 16 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppLeaf-peeping season is a pleasant time to cruise out of Boston Harbor—and next fall, food fans with an affinity for the sea can make it the adventure of a lifetime. Chefs Making Waves, a culinary cruise series, will offer a new, all-inclusive, four-night excursion from Boston to Canada in October 2025. The stacked lineup of celebrity chefs aboard Chefs Making Waves: Destination New England will read familiar to fans of Iron Chef America, Top Chef and other food TV. With more culinary talent to be announced before departure, the list already includes Andrew…
ChatGPT is the most popular AI chatbot service out there, but there has been a strange absence of an official Windows app over the past year or two. If you’ve been waiting on an app for your desktop, today is your lucky day, as OpenAI has released a test build of its ChatGPT Windows app—with a minor catch. OpenAI Releases the ChatGPT Windows App for Paid Members As announced by OpenAI on X (formerly Twitter), the Windows app is now ready for testing. Once you’ve installed the app, you can invoke ChatGPT by pressing Alt + Space. This makes it…
NewsWritten by Jacqueline DoleContributorWednesday June 12 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppYou’d be hard-pressed to find a better souvenir of your trip to Portland than a haul from one of the southern Maine city’s standout bakeries. Portland has long been home to a number of skilled pastry chefs—and at this year’s James Beard awards, two in particular were honored. ZU Bakery is this year’s Outstanding Bakery award-winner, and Atsuko Fujimoto of Norimoto Bakery was named Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker. Meanwhile, Boston was snubbed. (David Standridge from The Shipwright’s Daughter in Mystic, Conn., was named Best Chef: Northeast; and Dakar NOLA, a Senegalese restaurant in…
Photograph: ShutterstockMonday March 25 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppEdited by Olivia VanniWritten by: Cheryl FentonWhile urban living offers the best in restaurants, nightlife and theater, sometimes you just want to get outside, stretch your legs and hit the open trails in peace. Believe it or not, you don’t need to travel to the White Mountains or the Appalachian Trail to get your nature fix. There are plenty of picturesque hiking spots near Boston. Whether it’s climbing scenic wooded preserves or exploring waterfront trails, these local hikes are perfect for walking off the bustle of The Hub. No time to leave the city limits? Head…
Photograph: Courtesy J.Q. LouiseThursday August 22 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppWritten by Madeline BilisIt really feels like the list of things to do in Boston is never-ending. From stellar live music to top-notch restaurants, there’s always an extremely fun, one-of-a-kind activity to choose from. But sometimes, the fresh air and winding roads outside the city beckon. If a weekend getaway is calling your name, we’ve rounded up some of the greatest, with suggestions for where to stay, what to eat and what you must do. Ahead, find the 23 best weekend getaways from Boston. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Boston. Been there, done…
Photograph: ShutterstockTuesday October 1 2024ShareCopy LinkFacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppEdited by Jacqueline CainEditor, Time Out BostonWritten by: Katie McAleer You’ve picked your pumpkin, visited a haunted place near Boston and even checked out the scariest haunted houses in New England. But if you want to really embrace spooky season, Witch City is the place to be. Less than one hour from Boston, Salem is the absolute busiest in October, but if you plan ahead, there’s no place like it. Leave your car at home: City officials advise visitors to take the commuter rail or a ferry boat, or use a free satellite parking lot to shuttle into town. You’ll want to purchase tickets for…