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    1

    Pre-orders for the Android-based Googlebook laptops open on September 21

    Gemini Intelligence is at the heart of the operating system powering Google's upcoming laptops.

    By Kris Holt 1 hour ago Read More
  • Waymo graphic showing availability in Las Vegas.
    0

    Waymo's robotaxis are now available in Las Vegas

    Waymo's fully autonomous rides will initially serve those around the city’s main strip.

    By Jackson Chen 2 hours ago Read More
  • A person plugging a USB-C cable into their MacBook.
    0

    How to know if your USB-C ports can support video

    Your USB-C port can do a lot, but it won't necessarily be able to transfer video. Understanding what yours can do makes it easy to choose the best video option.

    By Alec Hively 2 hours ago Read More
  • An NVIDIA RTX 5090 graphics card.
    1

    What is MSI mode on Windows PCs and does it speed up your GPU?

    This is a setting you probably won't want to mess around with.

    By Luke James 6 hours ago Read More
  • The Background App Refresh settings menu on an iPhone.
    0

    What does background app refresh on iPhone actually do?

    Here's what will happen if you turn off background app refresh on your iPhone, and which apps operate better with it on.

    By Ben Stegner 7 hours ago Read More
  • Image of an Ethernet cable plugging into a device port.
    31

    At what length do Ethernet cables drop to lower speeds?

    Running an Ethernet cable can provide faster speeds than Wi-Fi in many cases, but the length and type of cable make a difference.

    By Thomas Godwin 20 hours ago Read More
  • Android Auto on car's display.
    10

    Make long drives easier with this Android Auto feature

    Android Auto added a new capability recently that upgrades the infotainment screen in a big way. Let's activate it.

    By Gabriela Vătu 20 hours ago Read More
  • OpenAI's ChatGPT logo displayed on a black screen.
    1

    How to use GPT-6 Astra when it rolls out to you

    OpenAI's new model, GPT-6 Astra, has begun rolling out to users. Here's how you can get it and pitfalls to avoid.

    By Husain Parvez 21 hours ago Read More
  • Sam Altman in front of the OpenAI company logo.
    4

    Sam Altman says OpenAI won't file for IPO this year

    OpenAI's CEO called it an “ill-advised moment to go public” in an interview with Fortune.

    By Jackson Chen 23 hours ago Read More
  • A slider to adjust the intensity of Liquid Glass in iOS 27.
    2

    How to adjust the Liquid Glass effect on your iPhone with iOS 27

    If you've never been satisfied with Liquid Glass on your Phone, then you'll probably like some of the new customization options Apple offers in iOS 27.

    By Filipe Espósito 24 hours ago Read More
  • Tesla Roadster on the road
    4

    Tesla's second-gen Roadster is finally getting a debut nearly a decade later

    The reveal is scheduled for October 10, so long as it’s not delayed again.

    By Jackson Chen 1 day ago Read More
  • Hand holding a router, showing the various ports on the back.
    4

    Stop wasting your Wi-Fi router's USB port — try this instead

    If you have a USB port on the back of your router and don't know what to do with it, try some of these straightforward options.

    By Calvin Wankhede 1 day ago Read More
  • A hand touching a laptop trackpad.
    0

    If your laptop trackpad is popping out, stop using it immediately

    Your trackpad probably covers a part of your laptop that can become a fire hazard in a hurry, so if your trackpad is shifting, it needs immediate attention.

    By Filipe Espósito 1 day ago Read More
  • A hand gripping a large number of USB cords.
    1

    Here's what you can use instead of a docking station

    If you only need ports for a few low-power peripherals or a single external monitor, you may not need a docking station at all.

    By Deven McClure 1 day ago Read More
  • Person using microfiber cloth to wipe phone screen.
    0

    Never use harsh cleaning products to clean your smartphone — do this instead

    Your phone is a magnet for germs, but there are gentle ways to clean it.

    By Isaac Egbon 1 day ago Read More
  • A blue external drive attached to a MacBook.
    0

    External HDD vs. SSD: What are the pros and cons of each drive type?

    External SSDs are faster than HDDs, but if you need cost-effective backups or larger capacities, a hard drive may be a better choice for you.

    By Ben Stegner 1 day ago Read More
  • Black Asus Wi-Fi router with six vertical antennas.
    2

    Why do routers have so many antennas?

    It seems like routers keep growing more antennas each year. Is this a marketing gimmick, or is there a good reason?

    By Isaac Egbon 2 days ago Read More
  • A monitor display with a dead pixel in the center
    0

    What is the difference between a dead pixel and a stuck pixel?

    These issues may appear similar, but there's an easy way to tell them apart.

    By Deven McClure 2 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of a car's infotainment system showing Android Auto app icon.
    9

    One problem with Android Auto can be fixed with a simple update

    If you've already tried updating your phone, the car's software might be the issue.

    By Husain Parvez 2 days ago Read More
  • Someone leaning in to prompt Alexa on an Amazon Echo Dot device.
    3

    How to change Amazon Alexa's voice and personality

    You have several new options for Alexa's voice and personality. Here's how to find and change those settings.

    By Thomas Godwin 2 days ago Read More
  • A man in a suit
    5

    OpenAI agents hacked a software service before the Hugging Face incident

    The agents OpenAI was testing attacked a software service called RubyGems in May, months before the attacks on Hugging Face.

    By Mariella Moon 2 days ago Read More
  • A customer using a remote control for a LG smart TV.
    56

    LG denies accusations of smart TVs continuously recording its users

    The company said that user privacy is a “fundamental principle” of its products.

    By Jackson Chen 2 days ago Read More
  • Image of a camper RV with solar panels.
    7

    How Much Solar Power Do You Actually Need For An RV?

    The power of the sun can keep your RV running, but before you get too comfortable with solar panels, you need to calculate how much power they need to generate.

    By Jack Peachey 2 days ago Read More
  • Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei at the G7 summit in 2026.
    13

    Anthropic's CEO proposes a three-step plan to curb AI development

    Dario Amodei said that “we owe it to humanity to try.”

    By Jackson Chen 2 days ago Read More
  • Illustration of an electric vehicle showing the large battery pack mounted beneath the floor between the front and rear wheels.
    9

    How to know it's time to replace your EV battery

    EV batteries usually fade gradually, so the real warning signs are often changes in behavior rather than age alone.

    By Novak Božović 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of an Ethernet cable being plugged into a router port.
    1

    Are you using the right Ethernet port on your router? Here's how to know

    The various Ethernet ports on your router can serve different purposes, depending on the model. Thankfully, it's not hard to discern what they're for.

    By Novak Božović 2 days ago Read More
  • A person cleaning a TV screen with a microfiber cloth.
    2

    How to properly clean and sanitize your secondhand tech finds

    Cleaning secondhand gadgets is essential, since you never know how dirty something is. Thankfully, it's not hard to polish them up before reuse.

    By Christine Persaud 2 days ago Read More
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