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Is the Ring Video Doorbell 4 worth the upgrade of previous models

New hotness Ring Video Doorbell 4 $200 at Amazon Pros Color Pre-Roll video Dual-band Wi-Fi Full 1080p HD video Quick Replies Advanced Motion Detection Cons No Google Assistant integration Only comes with a satin nickel faceplate With the Ring Video Doorbell 4, Ring kept all of the best parts from the previous models and improved them. Pre-Roll video is now in color rather than only black and white; there's also improved battery life to go with it. Close second Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus $200 at Amazon Pros 1080p HD video quality Advanced Motion Detection 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz Wi-Fi Pre-Roll Video Quick replies Cons Pre-Roll Video is only black and white Only works with Alexa Priced the same without color Pre-Roll video The Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus introduced Pre-Roll video to the video doorbell lineup, and while the feature still works great — as black and white only, it seems dated. Other features are very close in line with the new model, b

Returnal for PS5 review: A mesmerizing blend of action and horror

Don't fear the reaper. When the PS5 released late last year, it arrived with a couple of cross-gen releases, a very pretty remake of a 10-year-old game, and an adorable platformer tucked away in the system's memory. But once the dust settled and the newness of the console started to fade, many wondered when the first real next-gen game would arrive for the system — the flagship title that would showcase what the PS5 is capable of. Not just from a technical standpoint, but in its gameplay, sound, story — the whole package. Almost five months into the new year, it's looking like we have to turn to Returnal for answers. This roguelike is the first major PS5 release of the year so there is a lot riding on its shoulders. Not only was it bound to set the standard for next-gen releases, but it had a lot to prove as a new IP amidst news of Sony's focus on blockbusters and reluctance to greenlight new projects . When I first started up Returnal, I thought I knew what to

Need a VPN? Here are the absolute best services available right now

Signing up for one of the best VPN services, or Virtual Private Network, can help you be more anonymous online, encrypt your traffic, or digitally change the location of your computer or phone. When it comes to picking the right one for your needs, there are a lot of things to consider. That being said, a VPN can benefit anyone from the most basic beginner to an experienced professional and this list can help you find the right one for your needs. Best VPN service 2021 1. ExpressVPN (From $6.67/mo) 2. NordVPN (From $3.71/mo) 3. Surfshark VPN (From $2.49/mo) 4. IPVanish (From $2.62/mo) 5. Hotspot Shield VPN (From $2.99/mo) 6. PIA VPN (From $2.69/mo) 7. PureVPN ($0.99 trial) 8. CyberGhost VPN (From $2.25/mo) 9. TunnelBear VPN (From $3.33/mo) 10. StrongVPN (From $2.33/mo) 11. ProtonVPN (Free) 12. Windscribe VPN (Free) Today's best VPN services 1. ExpressVPN: The absolute best VPN option for most people This is our top pick for anyone looking to ge