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The Apple Watch Won't Be Banned In The US
The Apple Watch is an extremely popular wearable product by Apple, so it would've been a bit dystopic to see it banned in the US. Thankfully, believe it or not, Apple just avoided that fate.
Samsung’s Android 16 Update Should Have a Faster Rollout
Samsung has been panned for the fact it's taking a long time to bring Android 15 to its smartphones. The company seems to be hard at work ensuring that doesn't happen again for the next major Android update, though.
9 Reasons to Create Your Own Custom GPTs in ChatGPT
What if you could have an AI assistant tailored specifically to your needs? Imagine a version of ChatGPT that always remembers your specific preferences, knows everything about your favorite hobbies, or can adopt a unique personality for specific interactions? That's exactly what custom GPTs allow you to do.
Why is Finding Water in Space so Important?
Liquid water on Earth is the reason humans can thrive on this planet. If we ever want to colonize the stars beyond our home world, we'll need to find water out there. But that's not the only reason finding water in space is so important. Water also informs our understanding of the great beyond.
This Is What Live Update Notifications in Android 16 Look Like
Android 16 is right on schedule for an early release this Summer, and one of the most notable new features is called "Progress-centric Notifications." This is Android's version of Live Activities on iPhone–here's how it looks.
New AMD Ryzen 3D V-Cache CPUs Are Coming Soon
AMD's 3D V-Cache technology is still not fully integrated with its mainstream CPU launches three generations in, but that's what makes these releases so exciting—they allow AMD to reclaim the CPU throne even after Intel releases its own. Now, the new Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D are coming, and we have a release date.
Get the Galaxy S25 Ultra for $300 Off Today
Samsung’s latest high-end Android smartphone, the Galaxy S25 Ultra, is now $300 off for the base 256GB storage option. That brings the price down to $1,000, and you could potentially save more money with a valid trade-in device.
Android Is Officially Getting Lock Screen Widgets (Again)
We’re in the middle of finding out what exactly will be coming with the release of Android 16 this Summer. The latest addition is a feature that hasn’t been officially available on Android devices for over a decade: lock screen widgets.
FCC Filing Reveals Switch 2’s Model Number, Confirms Some Features
We're only a month away from Nintendo's big Switch 2 event, yet gamers are still desperate for early information. Now, through a mandatory FCC filing, Nintendo has revealed the Switch 2's model number and confirmed some of the console's functionality.
10 New Cars That Were Clearly Inspired By Concept Cars Of The Past
Many modern cars draw inspiration from past concept vehicles, blending futuristic tech with nostalgic design elements. These 10 new models showcase how automotive design has evolved while paying tribute to their iconic concept car predecessors.
How to Reduce the Gaps Between Bars and Columns in Excel Charts (And Why You Should)
One way to improve your spreadsheet is to present data in chart form, and Excel is a great program for doing just this. However, Excel's overwhelming number of menus often results in some of the most useful capabilities—like reducing the gap between bars and columns—being hidden away.
Microsoft Still Hasn’t Fixed the Outlook Outages
Technicians at Microsoft have had a week from hell trying to deal with multiple email-related issues. Since Saturday, March 1, many customers worldwide have been unable to send or receive emails, with some people even being locked out of their Microsoft emails altogether.
M3 iPad Air vs. M2 iPad Air: Spot the Difference (If You Can)
Apple has refreshed the iPad Air with its baseline M3 chip. While the company's tablets are known to deliver a balance between usability and affordability, the M3 iPad Air offers a performance boost for power users. But how different is it from its predecessor, the M2 iPad Air? Let's find out.
How Accurate Are Cell Phone Network Coverage Maps?
You've probably seen a network coverage map presented by a network carrier before. Supposedly, it shows you how good their coverage is across the country, where you can expect to get the most reliable connectivity and whatnot. But how accurate are the maps? Well, it's complicated.
Can You Share Money with Friends and Family Using Google Wallet?
It may be convenient to use your phone for mobile payments, but not when you need to pay a real person in your life. Google Wallet is one method you can use for this. Well, it used to be, and kinda still is? Maybe.
Unchain Your Creativity With Photoshop on Your iPhone
As a forward-thinking creator, there's a good chance you're shaping your digital creations through the Adobe Photoshop app. Over 90% of the world’s creative professionals do so.
6 Iconic Games You Didn't Know Were Actually Knockoffs
Most video game knockoffs are cheap and forgettable cash grabs, but there are plenty of exceptions. These infamous imitations of other titles have gone on to become some of the most popular video games of all time.
Why I Built My External SSD Instead of Buying a Premade One
I wanted to move my Adobe Lightroom library to a portable SSD so I could use it on both my desktop and laptop. Instead of purchasing a pre-built SSD, I built my own for a fraction of the cost (and I can upgrade it later if I need to).
Satechi Mac Mini M4 Stand & Hub Review: Give Your Tiny Mac a Port Upgrade
The Satechi Mac Mini M4 Stand & Hub perfectly fits beneath Apple’s smallest desktop computer adding more front ports and a hidden drive for extra storage. It’s an ideal design for people who need access to USB-A, or, in my case, just want an Apple-like SSD exclosure.
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for March 7 (#635)
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.