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.

Your Google Maps just got two huge upgrades - including a totally new driving experience

Google is calling this 'the biggest update in over a decade' to Maps.

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.

I switched to a Wi-Fi 7 mesh router at home - it was overkill in the best way

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

Why you probably shouldn't tell a chatbot everything about your health

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

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.

How I switched password managers without losing a single login - quickly and for free

I safely moved all my saved logins to a new password manager. And you can too by following these steps.

The best note-taking apps for iPad of 2026: Expert tested

We've tried popular iPad apps for note-taking, from Notability to Evernote. Here's our favorites.

I was losing 13 hours a day to my phone, but these simple habits stopped the spiral

I went from hours and hours of screen time to about an hour a day on my phone. Here's how.

Best VPNs for streaming of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Want to access Netflix, Hulu, and more abroad? These are the best VPNs for speed, security, and privacy while you're away from home.

A major security flaw could affect 1 in 4 Android phones - here's how to check yours

The hardware vulnerability, found primarily in budget handsets, allows sensitive user data to be stolen.

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.