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  • Close-up of hand about to touch smartwatch.

    5 unexpected uses for your old smartwatch

    By Isaac Egbon 3 min ago

    Don't toss your smartwatch when you can repurpose it. If you're interested in an assistant or saving notes, you can stop that watch from gathering dust.

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  • Apple's tiny, 3.5-inch original iPhone.

    How much did an iPhone cost in 2007 vs. 2026? The gap is smaller than you think

    By Roger Fingas 18 min ago

    The first iPhone launched at $499 in 2007. See how that price compares to today's models once inflation, storage and features are factored in.

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  • A hand holding AirPods in their charging case with an iPhone in the background.

    How long can you expect your Apple AirPods to last?

    By Filipe Espósito 33 min ago

    Here's how to get the most out of your AirPods.

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  • Spotify in the App Store displayed on a phone screen with a keyboard in the background.

    AI music can be difficult to detect, but there are some telltale signs

    By Jack Peachey 48 min ago

    AI-generated songs are filling Spotify and other platforms. These vocal, lyric and instrumental tells can help you catch them before you hit play.

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  • Liquid-cooled gaming PC lit up with neon LEDs.

    Can PC coolant expire? Here's how long it can last

    By Jack Peachey 1 hour ago

    A liquid-cooled PC can certainly look cool, but there are hurdles when mixing tech and water. Here's what you need to know to keep your rig running right.

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  • An EV battery on a production line.

    These experimental EV batteries can eject themselves during a fire

    By Luke James 2 hours ago

    EV battery fires are highly dangerous and difficult to extinguish, but is launching a battery pack out of the car a smart or realistic solution?

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  • Image of Google Authenticator in the App Store.

    How to set up Google Authenticator on a new phone

    By Jack Peachey 2 hours ago

    How to setup Google Authenticator on a new phone without causing a headache.

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  • A service technician cleaning the inside of a laptop using tools.

    The pros and cons of buying refurbished laptops

    By Jack Whitcombe 3 hours ago

    A properly refurbished laptop will get you a lot for your money, but not all refurb jobs are done to the same standard.

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  • A pile of retro Nintendo games for the N64, NES, and SNES

    The game reverse engineering community is the latest casualty of AI

    By Deven McClure 3 hours ago

    For years, decompilation communities thrived on the challenge of breaking down video games to their core code and adapting them. Then AI tools ruined the fun.

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  • Checking out official Spotify playlists in the middle of a painting session.

    Streaming vs. downloading: Which uses more battery and data?

    By Roger Fingas 4 hours ago

    Does it make more sense to download in advance, or should you stream whenever possible? Video and sound quality have an impact on battery and data usage.

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  • Man smiling while sitting in front of a computer monitor.

    Avoid these common mistakes when buying a new monitor

    By Isaac Egbon 4 hours ago

    Many monitor buying mistakes come from ignoring viewing distance, port limits, and HDR claims. These tips help you pick a screen that fits your needs.

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  • Close-up of a Samsung phone installing a One UI update.

    Samsung One UI 9.5 beta may be coming soon: Here's how to sign up for the program

    By Luke James 16 hours ago

    Samsung appears to be preparing the One UI 9.5 beta program ahead of an expected 2027 launch. Here's what to do if you want to test Samsung's latest OS.

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  • Phone being held with an alert sign above symbolizing spam and scam messages.

    How do spam callers get your number in the first place?

    By Jack Peachey 16 hours ago

    Ever wonder how a total stranger ended up with your phone number? The answer starts earlier than you think, and a few small habits can keep it from spreading.

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  • Anthropic's Personal Finance tool in Claude.

    Claude Personal Finance vs. ChatGPT Finances: What sets them apart?

    By Jackson Chen 18 hours ago

    Both AI tools offer to delve deep into your bank accounts, but they differ in privacy settings.

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  • Black router with four antennas on a white table.

    Is your router overheating? Here's how to keep it cool and working safely

    By Vincent Arogya 19 hours ago

    You'll want your router to be well-ventilated for it to perform at its best.

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  • A close-up of a man's hand holding an iPhone.

    The built-in iPhone app for creativity you may be ignoring (but shouldn't)

    By Husain Parvez 20 hours ago

    Your iPhone has a built-in app for brainstorming and visual planning that can turn scattered screenshots, sketches and notes into something you can share.

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  • A wall-mounted battery storage system and EV charging station.

    Your EV's battery is big enough to run your house — here's what stops most people

    By Thomas Godwin 20 hours ago

    Today's EV batteries could let you power specific appliances or your entire house. But a few factors line up to make that idea a non-starter for most folks.

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  • A bright GPU sits elevated above a prominent circuit board.

    There is no end in sight for the GPU supply problem

    By Alec Hively 20 hours ago

    GPU prices have soared as the supply of memory has tightened, and it doesn't look like this is going to change any time soon (though a few optimists disagree).

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  • A motherboard with a CPU slotted, lit in cyan.

    How long should a PC processor actually last?

    By Robin Bea 21 hours ago

    Your computer's CPU is its most important part, and its most expensive one, too. So how long can you expect it to last if cared for properly?

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  • A router, with everything up and running.

    You can easily keep your home network running during a power outage — here's how

    By Will Shanklin 22 hours ago

    Few things top the inconvenience of being in the middle of something online when the power goes out. Luckily, there are a few options to keep you connected.

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  • The Grok logo.

    How to set up SpaceXAI's Grok in Google Workspace (and what it can do)

    By Luke James 22 hours ago

    Inserting Grok into your Google Workspace is easy, but you'll want to consider a few things before rolling out the welcome mat.

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  • A person inserting a power cable into a GPU.

    How a bottleneck calculator for your GPU and CPU works

    By Charles Burgar 22 hours ago

    They're a quick way to help you check component compatibility before you build or upgrade a system.

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  • A blue Tamagotchi Paradise and a pink Tamagotchi paradise connected via the port on the top of the egg.

    People are modding the Tamagotchi Paradise to run Game Boy games

    By Cheyenne MacDonald 23 hours ago

    Someone figured out how to run Pokémon Gold and Silver on a Tamagotchi.

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  • Man frustrated with his smartphone.

    The reason your phone keeps dimming even with auto-brightness off

    By David Engle 23 hours ago

    If your iPhone or Android phone's screen keeps darkening when you don't want it to, there are several possible explanations.

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  • The Snapchat app showed alongside other social media apps in a smartphone folder.

    Snapchat’s Find Friends feature will be off by default for UK users under 18

    By Jackson Chen 24 hours ago

    The platform is rolling out this change in the country starting this month.

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  • Google Messages icon shown on phone.

    5 Google Messages settings you might want to disable

    By Max Miller 24 hours ago

    Google Messages is easily one of the best messaging apps available on Android, but that doesn't mean it's configured perfectly out of the box.

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  • Gloved hand holding up ICFO's experimental solar cell.

    Solar panel breakthrough could almost double the efficiency of today's panels

    By Ian Carlos Campbell 1 day ago

    Solar panels have become much more efficient since their infancy, but research breakthroughs show there's still plenty of room for improvement.

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