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  • Close-up of a person's hands plugging a charger on a smart phone.
    0

    What's the meaning of the "C" on your USB-C ports?

    USB Type-C cables are everywhere, especially now that Apple has gotten onboard with the port. But does the "C" in USB-C mean something in particular?

    By Nimrod Aldea 17 min ago Read More
  • iOS 27 lock screen wallpaper on an iPhone.
    0

    5 iPhone features you should be using after updating to iOS 27

    iOS 27 brings several improvements to the iPhone, from useful quality-of-life changes to a range of new Apple Intelligence-powered features.

    By Adnan Ahmed 47 min ago Read More
  • Peak Design's series of charging products.
    0

    Peak Design launches premium charging accessories to complement its bags and tripods

    Peak Design fans, rejoice. The company is now ready to show off its debut collection of smartphone chargers, cables and batteries.

    By Mat Smith 1 hour ago Read More
  • Closeup shot of laptop USB ports, including a micro USB, USB-C, and a black USB-A port.
    1

    The reason why some USB ports are black

    USB ports come in multiple colors, from eye-catching ones like orange and purple to plain old black ports. Here's what the latter signifies.

    By Thomas Godwin 1 hour ago Read More
  • App Store icon
    0

    Apple will start mandating age requirements for dating apps

    Apple developers will have to declare whether their app enables dating between real people and/or AI companions, so the company can apply the proper age rating.

    By Mariella Moon 4 hours ago Read More
  • A hand holds up the realme Harry Potter edition phone before its commemorative suitcase and memorabilia
    2

    This Chinese Android phone brand has launched a Harry Potter collab

    Everything about this latest collectible Android phone is designed to evoke the popular franchise, from its magical packaging to its themed accessories.

    By Alec Hively 14 hours ago Read More
  • A dangerous mix of power strips, plugs running into plugs, a tangle of cords, and an extension cord all laying on a brick floor.
    13

    Why it's important to never plug power strips into each other

    Power strips are lifesavers when you don't have enough outlets to power all of your electronics and some also offer protection from power surges.

    By Thomas Godwin 16 hours ago Read More
  • A pile of SSDs on top of each other.
    5

    How long could HDDs and SSDs remain expensive?

    Thanks to shortages of microchips and other computer components, we've been experiencing high prices for years.

    By Maddie Fisher 18 hours ago Read More
  • A person playing a white keyboard.
    0

    Casio's new keyboard lets anyone play along to songs without ever hitting a wrong note

    Casio's new Feel Sync technology helps keep new players in tune.

    By Lawrence Bonk 19 hours ago Read More
  • Snap CEO Evan Spiegel in a suit staring off to the side.
    3

    Snap settles social media addiction lawsuit to avoid trial

    Snap CEO Evan Spiegel was due to testify in the upcoming trial.

    By Karissa Bell 20 hours ago Read More
  • A smartphone on a red and blue backlit keyboard displays Meta's white plush Muse mascot with a frowning face.
    3

    Why some websites are blocking AI agents from accessing the web

    AI agents can be a great tool to help make purchases for you online — but it can become a frustrating problem if the website you're using blocks their access.

    By Husain Parvez 20 hours ago Read More
  • The SpaceX logo in front of its offices.
    5

    SpaceX is reportedly looking at buying Boost Mobile or using its cell network

    A potential deal with Boost Mobile could serve as a shortcut to establishing SpaceX as a mobile carrier.

    By Jackson Chen 21 hours ago Read More
  • LIFX's Luna smart lamp casting a cool muticolor glow.
    4

    What to do if your smart home devices keep disconnecting from Wi-Fi

    Smart home devices usually won't work properly when they lose Wi-Fi signal, so it's frustrating when they keep disconnecting. Here's why it might be happening.

    By Roger Fingas 23 hours ago Read More
  • An iPhone on top of a keyboard shows the iOS 27 update available to download.
    1

    Why software updates may have an unexpected effect on your phone

    Installing an update can make your phone run worse for a while, but this should be temporary in most cases.

    By Filipe Espósito 1 day ago Read More
  • Two computer RAM modules leaning against a roll of $100 bills, all on top of scattered $100 bills.
    19

    Here's how much RAM cost in 2020 vs. 2026

    We all know RAM has gotten crazy expensive, but some number put it in even better perspective.

    By Husain Parvez 1 day ago Read More
  • Two iPad models are shown against a grey carpet
    4

    Apple is reportedly launching three new iPads early next year

    Follow its iPad mini launch last week, Apple may unveil three new iPad models early next year.

    By Steve Dent 1 day ago Read More
  • Google Maps route options on Android Auto above the Google Maps settings menu on Apple CarPlay.
    0

    6 Google Maps features that work better on Android Auto vs. CarPlay

    You would think that Maps would be the same regardless of your phone's brand, but there are some differences between the Android Auto and CarPlay experiences.

    By Husain Parvez 2 days ago Read More
  • Smartphone beside a keyboard displaying the Android Auto app listing with Update and Uninstall buttons.
    3

    Android Auto could upset your work-life balance with its next update

    A hidden toggle buried in the Android Auto app's code isn't functional yet. Here's what it could do, what it might not, and what Google hasn't said so far.

    By Husain Parvez 2 days ago Read More
  • A record spinning on a turntable.
    3

    This is the right way to clean your vinyl records

    The answer depends on your budget — and how hardcore you want to get. 

    By Will Shanklin 2 days ago Read More
  • A silver Samsung S Pen held in front of a blurred smartphone.
    5

    Which Samsung S Pens can be located using SmartThings Find?

    Not all of Samsung's S Pens are made the same. Only one of them can be found through the SmartThings Find network.

    By Husain Parvez 2 days ago Read More
  • Anthropic's Claude icon on a smartphone.
    8

    Anthropic updates Claude to stop it from recreating existing video games

    Users can still lean on Claude to help with designing original or genre games.

    By Jackson Chen 2 days ago Read More
  • A hand plugging a USB-C cable on a laptop computer
    3

    How to know if a USB-C cable is waterproof

    If you need extra protection for your USB cables, knowing how to tell if they're waterproof beforehand is important. Here's how to check a cable's rating.

    By Jonny Evans 2 days ago Read More
  • The back of a phone
    8

    How to turn on the flashlight on your Android phone without unlocking it

    You can easily access your flashlight on Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel devices — here’s how.

    By Mariella Moon 2 days ago Read More
  • An aerial view of xAI's data center campus near Memphis.
    9

    Judge says xAI must face NAACP lawsuit on data center pollution

    The legal battle revolves around the AI company’s operations in southern Memphis.

    By Jackson Chen 2 days ago Read More
  • Person using laptop with Windows 11 logo displayed on the screen.
    4

    This hidden Windows 11 menu can save you valuable time when troubleshooting

    Windows 11 has a sneaky menu that connects you with Settings, Task Manager, Event Viewer, and more in one place.

    By Jack Peachey 2 days ago Read More
  • A white car parked beneath a large canopy of solar panels
    4

    The biggest problem with trying to directly power EVs with solar roofs

    Solar roofs promise a future where EVs rarely need plugging in, but turning that vision into reality presents some surprisingly difficult challenges.

    By Husain Parvez 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up photo of person's hands typing on a laptop.
    9

    5 safety practices to know before vibe coding

    Here’s what beginners need to know to vibe code securely.

    By Kate Irwin 2 days ago Read More
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