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The Apple Watch Series 10 Has Dropped to Its Lowest Price

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 18:24

If you’ve been eyeing the Apple Watch Series 10, now just might be the perfect time to finally snag one. Amazon is currently offering the popular smartwatch for $299, which is a price it’s only dropped to a couple of times in the past.

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Today Only: Add Wireless CarPlay or Android Auto to Your Car for $55

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 17:50

Despite Android Auto and Apple CarPlay having been with us for a decade now, wireless mode is a relatively new addition, which means that some cars, especially older ones, might still require you to plug in your phone. Just for today, though, you can add wireless mode for a cool $55—not bad.

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Rockbox 4.0 Custom Firmware Arrives for MP3 Players, Including Old iPods

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 17:45

Rockbox, the custom firmware for iPods and MP3 players from Archos, Samsung, Creative, and other companies, just released a new major version. Rockbox 4.0 is packed with new features and usability improvements, and it now supports a few more media players.

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Logitech Is Quietly Increasing Its Prices

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 17:15

We warned you that due to the tariffs being imposed by the United States, you should expect price hikes for everything everywhere. Now, Logitech is the latest big company forced to increase its prices for mysterious reasons absolutely no one knows.

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10 Cheapest New SUVs With Available All-Wheel Drive in 2025

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 17:15

All-wheel drive can add a ton of versatility to a vehicles, and if you often have to deal with wet, snowy, or muddy roads, you’ll know how invaluable it can be. While automakers can sometimes treat this feature as a luxury, you can still find affordable crossovers that offer power to all four wheels.

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My Secret Method for Dealing With Pictures in Microsoft Word

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 17:01

One of the most frustrating things about working in Microsoft Word is dealing with pictures. They always seem to mess up the document's structure, are nearly impossible to reposition, and often behave inconsistently. That's why I've found a better way to handle images in Microsoft Word.

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10 Reasons Steam is Still King of the PC Games Market

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 16:00

Steam has a very loyal player base, and it's not by accident. There are plenty of other launchers and game stores, but Steam has held onto its success like no other.

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Reolink Is Teaming up With Home Assistant

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 15:47

Security camera company Reolink has joined the Works with Home Assistant program. This partnership means many Reolink devices now work smoothly with Home Assistant, and supports Home Assistant’s focus on local control and privacy.

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Earth Day 2025: How-To Geek Celebrates Our Planet

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 15:07

Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to celebrate our planet and raise awareness of how we can protect the environment—an issue that grows in importance as every second passes.

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My 6 Top Tips for Stargazing on Earth Day

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 15:00

Earth Day is about celebrating our own "pale blue dot," but sometimes stargazing can help us appreciate what is right in front of us even more. Plus, looking up at the night sky is the perfect activity if you're looking to shut off the lights and save a little power.

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Don't Trash Your Old Phone, Help the Environment Instead

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 13:00

Smartphones have been around long enough that you're probably holding on to more than one of them. What do we do when it's time to replace our old ones?

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8BitDo Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller Review: The Company's Best Controller Yet

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 12:00

8BitDo has a history of offering the best value-for-money controllers on the market, with its flagship Ultimate line standing at the apex of this philosophy. However, with the Ultimate 2 Wireless Controller, the company has truly outdone itself, so much so that it’s borderline excessive.

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Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for April 21st (#680)

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 11:00

Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.

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The 5 Biggest Cosmic Mysteries That Scientists Are Still Trying to Solve

Mon, 04/21/2025 - 00:00

With all the technological marvels we have today, it is tempting to think that we have all the answers. However, the reality of the situation is far different: many of the fundamental questions about the nature of the universe are still unanswered. Here are the things that keep cosmologists up at night.

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How to Stop Windows 11 From Auto-Installing Device Drivers

Sun, 04/20/2025 - 23:00

If Windows 11 installs buggy drivers or you prefer installing device drivers manually, I’ll show you how to prevent your system from automatically finding and installing the connected devices’ drivers.

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Why Do Astronauts Wear Sunglasses in Space?

Sun, 04/20/2025 - 22:15

If you've looked at astronaut photos and wondered why they are wearing sunglasses in some, there are some very good reasons for it. While sunglasses are not always needed, including when astronauts don a spacesuit, space shades are far from a fashion accessory.

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Why I'll Never Use an AIO CPU Cooler

Sun, 04/20/2025 - 21:30

I've been building PCs for almost two decades, and I've yet to use an AIO liquid CPU cooler in any of my builds. The thing is, I won't, ever. Here's why.

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The 7 Things That Made Me Fall in Love With Space

Sun, 04/20/2025 - 21:00

Do you remember the first moment you felt connected to the stars? Were you a stargazer, like me, when you were young, or someone who developed an affinity for the cosmos through academia? Well, here are seven everyday moments that sparked my fascination with space and made me an astrophile!

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Why This Toyota Sports Car Is the Best Affordable Luxury Grand Tourer

Sun, 04/20/2025 - 20:15

Grand tourers are some of the most enjoyable cars on the planet, delivering the best in both performance and comfort. However, they often come with a pretty steep price tag. One model on the market stands out for its affordability, but it won’t be around much longer.

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Preserving Save Game Data Is Android's Biggest Gaming Challenge

Sun, 04/20/2025 - 20:00

In terms of portability, graphics, and sheer computing power, Android phones make for great little game consoles. It's a shame, then, that game save data is often so hard to find, back up, sync, and transfer from one device to the next.

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