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Microsoft 365 is dumping its VPN - try these alternatives instead
Microsoft 365 is dumping its VPN - try these alternatives instead
The company is retiring the VPN tool while raising prices for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions.
Feb. 3, 2025
I found a wallet tracker that works as well as an AirTag - and it's much cheaper
I found a wallet tracker that works as well as an AirTag - and it's much cheaper
This ultra-thin wallet tracker is shaped like a credit card, works with the Apple Find My network, and extremely reliable.
Feb. 3, 2025
Save the date! Apple is set to change the way you send event invites - here's what we know
Save the date! Apple is set to change the way you send event invites - here's what we know
Codenamed Confetti, Apple's upcoming tool will reportedly make it easier to invite people to events and let you know who's coming.
Feb. 3, 2025
How I turned traditional Ubuntu Mate into a modern, minimal desktop - and you can too
How I turned traditional Ubuntu Mate into a modern, minimal desktop - and you can too
Ubuntu Mate 24.10 is a desktop operating system that helps ease new users into the world of Linux with a fairly traditional UI that can be easily updated with built-in features.
Feb. 3, 2025
Magnify your screen and more with PowerToys' new ZoomIt tool - here's how
Magnify your screen and more with PowerToys' new ZoomIt tool - here's how
A handy tool for presentations, demos and even accessibility, ZoomIt lets you zoom in on the screen, mark up the current page, and even capture your screen activity.
Feb. 3, 2025
Is this the end of multi-year AppleCare+ plans? What's replacing them and why
Is this the end of multi-year AppleCare+ plans? What's replacing them and why
This seems to be a move toward making AppleCare+ an ongoing monthly subscription.
Feb. 3, 2025
'Tiny' Linux 6.14-rc1 released: What's new in 500,000 lines of modified code
'Tiny' Linux 6.14-rc1 released: What's new in 500,000 lines of modified code
Even a small kernel update brings significant changes. Here's what's improved.
Feb. 3, 2025
The big-screen Samsung tablet I recommend for watching movies is $120 off
The big-screen Samsung tablet I recommend for watching movies is $120 off
Although it's not Samsung's newest device, the Galaxy Tab S9 FE rocks as an entertainment tablet thanks to the brilliant display. Even better: right now, it's on sale starting at $449.
Feb. 3, 2025
This versatile Microsoft laptop is perfect for work and travel - and it's still $500 off
This versatile Microsoft laptop is perfect for work and travel - and it's still $500 off
Microsoft's Surface Laptop is a well-rounded device with a marathon battery and solid hardware. On Amazon, multiple configurations have received discounts.
Feb. 3, 2025
The Linux tool you forgot about: How Synaptic makes software installation a breeze
The Linux tool you forgot about: How Synaptic makes software installation a breeze
With so many ways to install software on Linux, should you turn to an old-school GUI for the task?
Feb. 3, 2025
Your next Apple Watch or smart ring could have a feature that transforms healthcare
Your next Apple Watch or smart ring could have a feature that transforms healthcare
From Apple and Samsung to Oura and Withings, the health tech space is changing to not only deliver insights into a person's health but also connect them with medical professionals.
Feb. 2, 2025
PC need a speed boost? This tiny device adds 1TB of storage with one snap
PC need a speed boost? This tiny device adds 1TB of storage with one snap
This thumb-sized M.2 storage drive gave my device a much-needed speed boost, and it only costs a little over $100.
Feb. 1, 2025