I set up smart switches to power my home, and they've made this lazy man into a genius

From added convenience to practical problem-solving, the SwitchBot Smart Switch makes dumb devices smart, one click at a time.

It's time to admit your router's built-in firewall isn't enough - here's what is

Review: The Firewalla Orange makes network monitoring and security accessible for home setups, small businesses, and more.

I replaced my router with a Wi-Fi 7 mesh model, and wondered where my dead zones went

TP-Link's Deco BE77 is a premium Wi-Fi 7 system with blazing-fast speeds and coverage for very large homes.

Can you trust AI with your medical history? I asked a doctor to weigh in

Tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI have unveiled health AI tools. Here's how to use them, according to experts.

Google Maps just got its 'biggest update in over a decade' - it may change your driving for good

A more capable navigation system feels like a step in the right direction for the decades-old service.

MacBook Neo proves that Microsoft had the right idea, but the wrong execution

The success of Apple's budget laptop has a lot to do with Microsoft's Surface RT failure. Here's how they're connected.

Samsung Galaxy Book 6 Pro review: The smarter buy for professionals on a budget

With the latest Panther Lake chipset and 20-hour battery, the Galaxy Book 6 Pro is well-balanced and keeps up with the pros.

How to enter Safe Mode on your Android phone - and why it's critical to do so

Safe mode helps you see if a buggy app is causing your Android phone to crash, freeze, or slow down. Here's how.

How to disable HDMI-CEC on your TV - and why it's critical to do so

Smart TVs are designed to monitor your content and serve ads across every input. Here are a few ways to shut down that tracking and regain control of the living room.

Should you leave your TV unplugged overnight? Not when there's an easier way to save electricity

Leveraging this built-in software feature should get you similar results with less effort.

Get the new Galaxy S26 Ultra for up to $720 off with trade-in from Samsung - here's how

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is finally available - and if you order from Samsung now, you can get a big discount with an eligible trade-in.

How to diagnose your slow-booting Linux PC in seconds - without spending a dime

If your Linux machine is taking its own sweet time to boot, you have a built-in tool to help you discover where the problem lies.

I didn't need this, but I found a free Linux app that makes memes in seconds (no GIMP required)

If you want to make memes using your own images - without AI or complicated editors - there's a free Linux tool that you can try today.

This $30 smart router with a built-in VPN is the travel gadget I didn't know I needed

The GL.iNet Mango (GL.MT300N-V2) mini smart router gives me total control of how I access the internet when I travel.

After decades with Linux, I tried to use Windows 11 - and found 9 glaring issues

Going from Linux to Windows felt like taking one step forward and two steps back. Here's a list of what went wrong.

How to check your Windows PC for expiring security certificates - a big one is ending soon

Another critical Windows expiration date is right around the corner for more than a billion PCs. Here's what you should know ahead of time.

Is there a Windows PC alternative to the Mac Mini? This one I tested is so close (yet so far)

The palm-sized Blackview MP20 runs cool and quiet and handles everyday computing tasks - with a few notable drawbacks.

10+ VPN tricks and tips I recommend to everyone (whether for personal or business use)

A VPN isn't just for privacy. Here are additional settings and features worth exploring.

JBL's latest headphones offer an Auracast loophole Apple won't be happy about

With one simple app feature, JBL's headphones open an otherwise closed-off feature to iOS fans.

Why Moltbook and OpenClaw are the fool's gold in our AI boom

Commentary: Whatever Meta and OpenAI paid, it was too much. Other, better programs can do the same jobs.