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    3

    TikTok reportedly banned ads for Musk documentary before its wider US release

    The platform attributed the decision to “political content that goes against its policy.”

    By Jackson Chen 1 hour ago Read More
  • The Slate electric truck, sitting in a garage
    0

    Here's how the Slate truck gets software updates without built-in infotainment

    Basically, it's on you.

    By Will Shanklin 3 hours ago Read More
  • Two hands holding two Apple iPhone Duo phones, one folded and one unfolded.
    0

    From the Royole FlexPai to the iPhone Duo: How the modern foldable phone has evolved

    Apple's iPhone Duo likely forecasts a shift in the market toward foldables becoming more common. But it took a while to get here.

    By Beatriz Valero de Urquia 3 hours ago Read More
  • An app running fullscreen on a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8.
    2

    How to fix scaling and app size issues on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

    If you have trouble getting apps to scale properly on your foldable, read on.

    By Erin Carson 5 hours ago Read More
  • A flat ethernet cable plugged into a port on a router.
    3

    Flat Ethernet cables probably aren't the answer to your home networking problem

    For the most reliable performance, round Ethernet cables are generally superior.

    By Robin Bea 6 hours ago Read More
  • An external LaCie drive hooked up to a MacBook.
    3

    The reason why your drive shows less storage than you paid for

    Despite showing the storage amount on the box or the spec sheet, your new device might not actually hold as much as it states. Here are the reasons why.

    By Roger Fingas 6 hours ago Read More
  • The CarPlay home screen on a car's dashboard.
    1

    iOS 27's new CarPlay features are great, but only these iPhones can actually use them

    With the release of iOS 27, car owners with CarPlay support can enjoy lots of cool new features. However, not all iPhone models are able to support them all.

    By Filipe Espósito 7 hours ago Read More
  • A hand plugging an external hard drive into a laptop via USB.
    0

    Why it's important to avoid plugging in a damaged external hard drive

    External hard drives are sensitive, and what seems like a minor drop can cause major damage that should be checked by a professional.

    By Isaac Egbon 9 hours ago Read More
  • Wi-Fi icons above houses in a neighborhood, with light rays on the street in front of them.
    1

    Why are internet upload speeds so much slower than download speeds?

    Uploading data tends to be much slower than downloading, and it turns out there's a very good explanation for it.

    By Ben Stegner 9 hours ago Read More
  • Two hands holding yellow Ethernet cables on either side of a black RJ45 coupler.
    2

    Why you might not want to join two Ethernet cables (and what you should do instead)

    Joining two Ethernet cables together with a coupler is rare, but when your cords are suddenly too short, there are better options to extend your network.

    By Husain Parvez 9 hours ago Read More
  • A SIM card being put into a smartphone using its tray.
    0

    You don't have to turn off your phone to switch SIM cards (but you probably should)

    Swapping SIM cards isn't something you'll do all the time, but when it does come up, you should do it carefully.

    By Jonny Evans 21 hours ago Read More
  • A Wi-Fi router lit up in the darkness, showing various blue icons.
    3

    Why your Wi-Fi speeds can drop in the evening, and what to do about it

    Everyone getting online at the same time can slam the network, but working around these slowdowns is possible with a few tricks.

    By Roger Fingas 22 hours ago Read More
  • Nanoleaf Elements panels lighting up the corner of a living room.
    1

    How to keep your smart home running even if the internet goes down

    Smart home products most often harness Wi-Fi to function. But what can you do if you lose internet frequently?

    By Roger Fingas 23 hours ago Read More
  • Tesla Roadster
    16

    The Tesla Roadster is far from the first car to use fans for downforce

    Here are some of the other, older vehicles that use fans for downforce like the Tesla Roadster does.

    By Mariella Moon 1 day ago Read More
  • The base Slate EV and a yellow SUV trim on display for the media.
    2

    You might be surprised by how much the Slate truck can carry

    Don't underestimate this compact pickup.

    By Roger Fingas 1 day ago Read More
  • Person using a Samsung Galaxy phone.
    1

    This Samsung Galaxy feature can protect you from untrustworthy apps

    Samsung's Auto Blocker protects your Galaxy phone from security threats, but it does have drawbacks. Here's what it does and when you might want to turn it off.

    By Gabriela Vătu 1 day ago Read More
  • A Wi-Fi router with an Ethernet cable plugged in, with a person working on a laptop blurred in the background.
    2

    Should you have both Ethernet and Wi-Fi for your home?

    Ethernet will keep your devices connecting online in record time, while Wi-Fi keeps them untethered. But how well can they both work together?

    By Ben Stegner 1 day ago Read More
  • Apple iPhone
    7

    Verizon will charge you $10 a month for iPhone Handoff

    iPhone Handoff, which lets you share the same number on two devices, will cost you $10 a month on Verizon.

    By Mariella Moon 1 day ago Read More
  • Close-up of the Windows 11 taskbar with various Microsoft Office app icons shown and OneNote highlighted.
    16

    Microsoft really doesn't want you to buy Office — here's a great free alternative

    Microsoft Office used to be a suite you could simply buy and it'd just work. Now, it's largely trapped behind a subscription. Here are some great free options.

    By Ben Stegner 1 day ago Read More
  • Shortcuts app icon on an iPhone.
    0

    How to create iPhone Shortcuts with Apple Intelligence (and why you should)

    When it works, it works!

    By Adnan Ahmed 1 day ago Read More
  • An EV charging streetside in Sweden.
    3

    These common charging habits could be degrading your EV battery

    EVs, with their enormous batteries, can suffer if they're charged in the wrong way. Here's what you should keep in mind when you next juice your vehicle.

    By Roger Fingas 1 day ago Read More
  • App store icon
    2

    Apple updates App Store rules to ensure it doesn't offer AI nudify apps

    Apple has tightened the App Store’s rules against AI-generated nonconsensual intimate imagery.

    By Mariella Moon 1 day ago Read More
  • A transparent RJ45 connector attached to a light-colored Ethernet cable against a blurred, sparkly background.
    1

    How to check your Ethernet cable's speed

    Understand the speeds your Ethernet cable can transmit at help you diagnose where the slowdowns on your network are happening.

    By Husain Parvez 1 day ago Read More
  • Hand holding USB thumb drive.
    0

    More than Just Storage: 8 Ways To Repurpose Your Old USB Flash Drive

    It's time to do something with that drawer full of old USB flash drives. Breathe new life into unused tech with simple, useful tricks spanning an array of uses.

    By Max Sheridan 1 day ago Read More
  • A Tesla Roadster on a desert landscape at night.
    27

    The Tesla Roadster should go into production in 2028, but don't get your hopes up

    I drive upside down on the boulevard of broken dreams.

    By Max Miller 2 days ago Read More
  • The Tesla Roadster floating to the ground after completing a flip.
    25

    A 'flying' Tesla Roadster sounds impossible, until you see what Lockheed Martin built decades ago

    Thrusters are as good at flipping cars as they are at hunting ballistic missiles.

    By Ian Carlos Campbell 2 days ago Read More
  • An iPhone 17 sits next to an AirPods Case and a couple of books.
    22

    If memory shortages last, tech companies should offer cheap battery replacements

    If a company like Apple could offer $29 batteries before, it can do so again.

    By Igor Bonifacic 2 days ago Read More
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