Does Android Auto make your phone overheat? Try these 8 ways to cool it down

Android Auto uses a lot of resources, which can make your phone hot. Here's how to help.

These 4 Android Auto settings made my daily commute less distracting - where to find them

Using Android Auto can be as dangerous as using your phone while driving. Fortunately, these built-in safety features can make your rides much safer.

I've tried so many Linux email clients - why Aerion just replaced Geary as my top pick

A cross-platform app for Linux, MacOS and Windows, Aerion supports all the features I need, without any extra clutter.

I was intrigued by Google's new video-cloning Omni AI - then I considered the implications

Google's Gemini Omni combines realism, avatars, style control, and natural-language editing in one AI video tool.

Bash vs. Fish? I've tried both Linux shells, and one makes using the command line much easier

Replacing your current Linux shell with something way more user-friendly is a lot easier than you think. Let's go Fish!

I wore Google's Fitbit Air to track my health for a week, and it's a serious Whoop rival for less money

The latest screenless health tracker is hidden inside a slick fitness band.

This 4TB WD Black SSD is nearly $1,200 off at Best Buy - and I'm vouching for it

In the era of increasing SSD prices, you can still save 65% on the 4TB WD Black SN850X SSD right now.

I found the best Memorial Day phone deals, and it's your last chance to save big on a new device

I've rounded up the best smartphone deals you can shop this Memorial Day. Discounts are still live, so now is a great time to save.

I found 7 low-cost ways to make my TV sound a lot better (even without a soundbar)

Getting great sound from your TV doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. These are my expert-vetted TV audio tricks.

Last chance for these Memorial Day TV deals at Amazon and Best Buy

Memorial Day might have passed, but you can still save big on TVs from Samsung, LG, and more.

One of the most user-friendly Linux distros I've ever used is also one of the most secure

Immutable Linux is the best path toward a truly secure operating system, and Aurora Linux might be the finest option for new users.

I built my own Wi-Fi router with a Raspberry Pi for Starlink and solar control - here's how

This custom Wi-Fi router works off-grid with Starlink and can control my solar power station. Here's how I went about it.

I've used Chrome, Edge, and Safari for years - here's why Firefox is the better browser for most people

Firefox is alive and well - and offering a fast, customizable, bloat-free, private, secure browsing experience from developers who actually listen to their users.

I quit ChatGPT for a free, private, and local AI called Ollama - here's why

Save your money, your privacy, and the planet. This installable AI offers several benefits you won't find with more traditional models like ChatGPT.

I compared the 100x zoom cameras on Samsung, Google, and Motorola phones - this model won

One is slipping behind its competitors in the super-resolution zoom category, while another shocked me.

I found the best Memorial Day Apple deals still available: Save on iPad, Apple Watch, and more

Summer is almost here, and you can find deals on all things Apple with these lingering Memorial Day sales.

Last chance on Memorial Day laptop deals: Save on Apple, Dell, Lenovo, and more

In the market for a new laptop? I've rounded up the best laptop deals still live following Memorial Day weekend.

How I make my solar panels last long enough to pay for themselves

You need to maintain your solar panels if you want them to last. Here are my top care tips, plus how to test for faulty ones.

Avoid these 8 solar mistakes that cut your power output in half - I learned the hard way

Solar power can definitely save you money, but it requires a different mindset than with typical grid AC. Here's why.

Is graphene heat dissipation in portable batteries legit? I cracked one open to find out

The Momax Q.Mag X is one of the more reliable magnetic wireless battery packs I've tested, thanks to its enhanced heat management.