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You'll never guess who's back to rescue us from clickbait
You'll never guess who's back to rescue us from clickbait
This one media company you used to love wants to put an end to doomscrolling.
Feb. 12, 2025
iPhone users just got access to Gemini's Deep Research - how to try it
iPhone users just got access to Gemini's Deep Research - how to try it
Now rolling out to the Gemini iPhone app, Deep Research finds and pulls a vast amount of data from the web and presents it to you in a comprehensive report.
Feb. 12, 2025
Google Family Link now limits who can contact your child's device
Google Family Link now limits who can contact your child's device
The parental control app just added several new features to help you keep your kids safer.
Feb. 12, 2025
Galaxy S25 Ultra is easy to break - and the 'most repairable' Samsung flagship in years
Galaxy S25 Ultra is easy to break - and the 'most repairable' Samsung flagship in years
The Gorilla Glass Armor 2 promises durability but real-world tests tell a different story. iFixit offers some good news though.
Feb. 12, 2025
My pick for best budget OLED laptop is finally on sale - and more affordable than ever
My pick for best budget OLED laptop is finally on sale - and more affordable than ever
The Asus Vivobook S 15 is a fantastic ultraportable laptop with a brilliant OLED display for an approachable price. Right now it's on sale for $668 for Presidents' Day.
Feb. 12, 2025
Don't ignore Microsoft's February Patch Tuesday - it's a big one for all Windows 11 users
Don't ignore Microsoft's February Patch Tuesday - it's a big one for all Windows 11 users
The latest updates resolve more glitches and security flaws - some critical - in Windows 11 23H2 and 24H2, so you'll want to install them sooner rather than later.
Feb. 12, 2025
Is Perplexity's Sonar really more 'factual' than its AI rivals? See for yourself
Is Perplexity's Sonar really more 'factual' than its AI rivals? See for yourself
The company claims its newly upgraded model is number one in user satisfaction and speed - but its methodology is unclear.
Feb. 12, 2025
How to use Linux without ever touching the terminal
How to use Linux without ever touching the terminal
Once upon a time, using Linux without the terminal was unthinkable. Now? For average users, the terminal is totally optional.
Feb. 12, 2025
One of the best home backup power stations just hit one of its lowest prices ever
One of the best home backup power stations just hit one of its lowest prices ever
Whether you need a portable battery for camping or emergency backup, the EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 can do it. And for a limited time, you can get a big discount on it.
Feb. 12, 2025
The perfect portable power station for all my adventures is $100 off
The perfect portable power station for all my adventures is $100 off
Looking to harvest free power for your off-grid adventures? Check out the EcoFlow River 2 Max, a portable, highly durable power station with plenty of juice.
Feb. 12, 2025
The cheapest earbuds Apple sells just got cheaper with this early Presidents' Day deal
The cheapest earbuds Apple sells just got cheaper with this early Presidents' Day deal
The Beats Solo Buds are $30 off on Amazon ahead of Presidents' Day.
Feb. 12, 2025
Statcounter's Windows market-share data is not accurate or reliable, and I can prove it
Statcounter's Windows market-share data is not accurate or reliable, and I can prove it
It's time for another round of Statcounter stories on Windows 'market share,' but none of the data makes any sense, and I have the receipts to prove it.
Feb. 12, 2025