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.

I wore Google's Fitbit Air for a week, and it gives the Whoop a serious run for its money

The hottest health-tracking device is hidden inside a slick fitness band.

How I easily built my own Wi-Fi router with a Raspberry Pi - for Starlink and solar control

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

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.

You can easily make Zorin OS look and feel like Windows, MacOS, or Linux - here's how

Zorin OS is one of the most popular Linux distributions. One reason is its flexibility, which makes it easy to customize the desktop's look and feel.

After years of testing robot mowers, I found the specs you can safely ignore (and which ones truly matter)

Robot mowers aren't one-size-fits-all devices - many have overhyped specs you don't even need. Here's what I recommend skipping.

I found 6 forgotten cables and cords that are still surprisingly useful - here's how

Don't let your spring cleaning or desire for Feng Shui enlightenment make you toss the valuable stuff.

Can backyard solar panels actually reduce your electricity bill? My advice after a month of use

Testing Anker's Solix F3800 Plus 820W solar setup, here's how much I saved on electricity a month.

The Flipper One is the Linux cyberdeck I wish my Raspberry Pi could be

If you love your Flipper Zero, you're really going to dig the new Flipper On, which runs on Linux and can do so much more.

Your old Kindle tablet may have lost update support - but it can still be highly useful (for free)

Amazon just ended support for these Kindle ereaders and Fire tablets, making them unable to access the Kindle Store.

Best Buy dropped this 64GB Kingston DDR5 RAM kit by nearly $200 - and I'd consider it

The AI-pocalypse might finally have an end in sight with an almost $200 discount on this 64GB Kingston Fury Beast DDR5 RAM kit at Best Buy.

This Windows tablet will outlast my iPad Pro in the mud and rain - but I can't take it seriously

The Getac G140 puts power in the hands of fire & rescue, automotive, and utility workers.

Home Depot and Lowe's have slashed power tool deals by up to $400 off this Memorial Day

Save big on everything you need for DIY projects and home repairs with these Memorial Day deals on tools from DeWalt, Milwaukee, and more.

Considering plug-in solar? My expert advice after setting up the DIY energy tech at home

Government regulations remain a major obstacle for this emerging solar technology. Here's where plug-in solar is allowed - and where it isn't.

Best Buy discounted this Lenovo gaming laptop almost 50% for Memorial Day

Upgrade your gaming laptop with the Lenovo Legion Pro 5, and save some serious cash in the process.