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The Bay Shore student's contract requires him to be on at least 15 hours a week while still juggling normal teen stuff like homework and studying.

Ohsnap lets you get a grip on your smartphone
Ohsnap phone grip attaches to the back of your smartphone or its case for a firm grip at any angle.
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Changing an iPhone battery takes skill, patience
Find out everything you need to know about how to change your iPhone's battery.
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Welock's Smart Hidden Cabinet Lock for drawers
Welock's AI.X1 Smart Hidden Cabinet Lock offers and added layer of security to your home, especially for childproofing.
Frequency Electronics founder files $40M suit against company
The ex-chief executive names current CEO, board members as defendants, says they sought to push him out without benefits, compensation.
The best mesh routers to keep your Wi-Fi connected
You won't lose your Wi-Fi with Nest Wifi, Netgear Orbi 6 and more of the best mesh routers out there.
Here's looking at Capstone's smart mirror
The Capstone Connected Smart Mirror lets you listen to local news, brew coffee brewing, check traffic and more while you're shaving.
Moshi SnapTo wireless charger works mounted or flat
Moshi SnapTo wireless charger works with specially designed smartphone cases.
The best streaming devices you can buy
Looking for the video-streaming devices? See reviews of Roku Streaming Stick Plus, Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, Apple TV 4K and Roku Express.
+ FOR OUR SUBSCRIBERS LI's 'Tech Highway' finally gaining traction
A decadeslong effort to create a core of tech researchers, entrepreneurs and investors -- and the high-paying jobs they can bring -- is showing results, officials say.
Local IDAs begin to livestream public hearings
The livestreaming, required under state law effective Jan. 1, is aimed at giving Long Island residents who cannot attend in person access to the proceedings.