Want to run a full Linux distro on your Android phone? I found the easiest way

Have you ever wanted to run a Linux distribution on your Android device? If so, your best bet is UserLAnd.

I asked Canonical if Ubuntu on Windows will outgrow native installs as rumored - it's a no

There's some confusion about Ubuntu's popularity on Windows Subsystem for Linux, so I asked Canonical's Jon Seager directly.

Your iPhone's built-in magnifier does way more than help you see the fine print - how to use it

Forgot your glasses? You can easily use your iPhone to read small text, or words from far away. Here's how.

Google wants you to use its phones less - but I'm skeptical

Google is leveraging our poor relationship to technology to sell its new phones - the same relationship it had a hand in creating.

Incogni is our favorite service that stops data brokers from selling your info - and it's 58% off

Incogni is taking 58% off annual plans with our code this month only, dropping the Standard plan to $6.79 per month.

Finally, smart blinds that actually match my home's decor - here's why they're worth it

The SelectBlinds window treatments come in dozens of styles and designs, so you don't have to sacrifice aesthetics for convenience.

Stop paying for smartphone storage you don't need - here's a better approach

How to stop wasting money on storage: Think in dollars, not gigabytes.

Business adoption of AI agents tripled this year - as measurable ROI emerges

Industries are finding the strategies that work best for their business needs, according to Salesforce's latest Agentic Enterprise Index.

AI-enriched Linux 7.2 delivers cache-aware scheduling - here's everything new

The latest kernel also brings filesystem and I/O improvements and substantial new support across AMD, Intel, Apple, Nvidia, USB4, and laptop hardware.

You can turn an old Android into a Raspberry Pi alternative - but know this first

With AI-driven RAM shortages pushing Raspberry Pi prices sky high, here's how to repurpose your old handset into a portable powerhouse for your projects.

I turned an old Android phone into a server for my LAN - here's how and why

Got an old Android phone or tablet lying around? Turn it into a test server for experiments and development - it's simpler than you think.

This Google Play Store trick saved me over $100 on the Pixel 11 Pro XL - here's how

Here's how I saved hundreds on a new phone and watch in just a few seconds.

Google Workspace lets Gemini access your company data by default - how to shut it down

In Google Workspace, Gemini has access to Gmail, Docs, Calendar, Chat, and more by default. Here's why it matters, and how administrators can disable it today.

I've tested dozens of tablets - this $300 TCL is a back-to-school powerhouse

The Tab A1 Plus Nxtpaper is a new offering from TCL that has arrived just in time to become a partner for school productivity.

The Pixel's new 'HiLight' reminds me of the golden days of Android phones

Google's new LED feature on the Pixel 11 Pro models pays homage to classic notification LEDs, but so far it's subtle.

Google Pixel 11 Pro vs. Apple iPhone 17 Pro: How the new Pixel competes with its biggest rival

I've tested both phones, and they're neck and neck. Here's where they each succeed (and have room for improvement).

Google Pixel 11 vs. Pixel 9: Why I'm considering the upgrade this year

If you didn't upgrade last year (or the year before), there's a good case to be made for the new Pixel 11.

No space for bookshelf speakers? The Victrola Soundstage sits neatly under my turntable

The Victrola Soundstage is ideal for those who want to build their vinyl system up rather than out, with plenty of digital and analog connections for every kind of listener.

Google Meet can take notes for your in-person meetings now - here's how it works

Google's Gemini-driven meeting software can now save a transcript, send it to Google Drive, and email you a copy.

I tested an Android app that lets anyone fight censorship - and shows your impact in real time

Most apps make our personal lives easier. This one helps the oppressed communicate by turning your phone into a Tor proxy. No technical knowledge needed.