How-To Geek

If you’ve ever owned a Microsoft Surface device, there is a good chance you’ve encountered the Surface Connect Port. However, it provides way more functions than simple power delivery.

My earliest childhood memories are of me sitting on the floor holding a controller in my tiny hands as I look up at the TV playing something on the SNES or Sega Genesis. Gaming has always been a core component of my life and I don't see that changing anytime soon.

As you get ready to head out on your summer vacation, have you thought about setting up remote access on your desktop? If not, you should. Using remote desktop software is the best way to access your computer when you're traveling, and it's actually really easy to set up.

For growing families, few vehicles offer the space, comfort, and versatility of a minivan. But with prices climbing and options narrowing, finding one that fits both your lifestyle and your budget can feel like a challenge. Luckily, there’s a practical option that delivers exceptional value without cutting corners.

Reliable internet is one of those things we've come to depend on day in and day out for work and leisure, but it seems like half the time I'm traveling the Wi-Fi is a pain. There aren't any perfect solutions, but a travel router has made my life much easier, and it is only the size of a small portable battery.

Westerns have been a staple of cinema since the medium began. Saying the genre’s prevalence in the mid-20th century was akin to superhero movies now would be a vast understatement. There were many films of gunslinging heroes, rambling anti-heroes, and vicious bandits of the American frontier.

Sure, everyone probably travels with a smartphone and smartwatch. But when it’s time to hit the road, there's a lot more technology that can help make the trip so much easier. Here are some of the best gadgets I take with me when I travel.

German engineering is often praised for its precision and performance, but not every car from the region lives up to long-term reliability expectations. In 2025, however, one iconic model defies the trend, delivering not just exhilarating performance, but rock-solid dependability.

If you have a Steam Deck, or you've installed SteamOS on another brand of handheld like the Lenovo Legion Go or ASUS ROG Ally, you might have encountered an issue where game downloads to your SD card are painfully slow. Like pre-broadband slow. So what gives?

You might think those little Linux emulation handhelds are limited to playing SNES and PS1 games, but you can effectively turn them into a tiny (and very limited) Steam Deck using PC Ports.

You don’t need a telescope to enjoy the night sky—not when your phone can show exactly what’s overhead. With the right app, just point your device at a patch of stars and get names instantly, or track celestial objects as they move across the heavens in real time.

Not long ago, your only mechanical keyboard options were cheap no-name brands, overpriced gaming boards, or ultra-expensive enthusiast kits. Fortunately, keyboards have undergone a renaissance. You can now build a custom board with full control over every detail—here's how.

Luxury cars are often seen as poor investments, with many losing a large chunk of their value within just a few years. But not all high-end vehicles follow that trend. Some models buck depreciation norms by holding onto their value remarkably well, even outperforming more mainstream rivals.

Google Tasks isn't just a basic checklist app; it's a powerful, intuitive, and seamlessly integrated solution designed to bring order to your digital chaos. You can easily transform your fleeting thoughts, urgent emails, and important chat messages into actionable steps that you can track, prioritize, and complete.

All people have a little of that completionist streak in us, which is why games have things like trophies, collectibles, and checklists you can tick off. For some people, however, that urge borders on an obsession. They need to find every secret, see all the content in a video game, and get those platinum trophies or maximum gamerscore rewards.

Don't make working on the go more painful than it needs to be. Pack these tech gadgets!

Want to revisit the golden days of coin-operated arcade games? You can do it directly in your web browser without downloading anything. Just load up a gaming website, click play, and you can enjoy classics like Space Invaders, Sonic, or Street Fighter instantly.

When it comes to towing heavy loads, not every SUV is up to the task. Whether you're hauling a camper, a boat, or work equipment, you need a vehicle that combines raw power with dependable towing features. Fortunately, several modern SUVs deliver impressive towing capacity without sacrificing comfort or safety.

An "indie" game is simply a game where the people creating the game don't answer to any outsiders when it comes to its creative direction. Generally, people think of indie games as having low budgets and small teams, but that's not actually a requirement to be independent.

People always say they don't have time to watch all the movies and TV shows they want to see. Ironically, in situations when we lose power at home, we have the time, but not the ability. That's why you need an emergency USB stick.