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How to Increase Laptop Battery Life
Even the longest-lasting laptop batteries will die eventually. Here's everything you need to know to maximize the amount of time between visits to the power outlet.
How to Shop Safely Online on Black Friday and Cyber Monday
You can save a lot by taking advantage of the holiday deals online merchants offer, but you need to stay alert. Our safe shopping tips can help you score the presents you want without getting scammed.
How to Protect Your Front Door Deliveries
Don’t let those pesky porch pirates take your deliveries. Prevent package theft and improve your outdoor security with these tech gadgets and services.
Give Your Eyes a Break: How to Choose the Right Blue Light Glasses
Staring at your monitor for hours at a time giving you a headache? Computer glasses might help. Here's how to pick a pair that works best for you along with some of our favorites.
13 Reasons to Use Windows 11's Edge Browser
Microsoft Edge brings unique capabilities to your browsing, including enhanced security, money-saving shopping tools, excellent tab management features, and more.
Need to Spoof Your Location? A VPN Can Help
Here's how to set up a VPN to make it look like you're in a different country.
What Is Clubhouse? The Audio-Only Chat App Explained
This audio-based app is like listening in on someone else's phone call, legally. Here's what you need to know about Clubhouse.
5 Things You Need to Know About Web Hosting Before You Sign Up for an Account
Building a website isn't difficult, but some hosting-related terminology and concepts can be confusing. These basic web hosting tips will help you get up to speed.
How to Factory Reset a Mac
Looking to reset your computer to its factory settings? MacOS Monterey makes it a little easier than before, but you have options no matter your Mac or OS version.
What to Do If Your Mouse Stops Working
Is your computer mouse non-responsive? Cursor on the fritz? Here are a few things to try before buying a new one.
Ready to Video Chat? How to Group FaceTime
You can FaceTime chat with as many as 32 different people from an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, and with Apple's newest OSes, those on Android or Windows devices can join the party, too.
What Do TV Model Numbers and SKUs Actually Mean? How to Know If You're Getting a Good Deal
Those long strings of numbers and letters in TV model names actually mean something. We decode the SKUs for every major TV manufacturer.
How to Avoid Cryptocurrency Scams
If you know what you're doing, crypto can be a lucrative endeavor, but it's also ripe with scams. Don't get duped. Here's what to look out for before you load up on virtual currency.
How to Choose the Right Laptop Docking Station in 2021
Connect lots of peripherals to your laptop every day? A docking station, for your desk or day bag, is what you need. Here's how to pick the best one for how you compute.
10 Easy Tips and Tricks for Better Smartphone Photos
For many, phones have completely replaced dedicated digital cameras, but even pros reach for their iPhones or Samsung Galaxy phones to snap images from time to time. Here's how to take better pics with your smartphone.
10 Things to Know Before You Buy Refurbished Electronics
Buying a refurbished device can help you save money, but don’t go into it blind. These tips will help you get a deal and avoid being ripped off when buying refurbished laptops, TVs, phones, and other electronics.
How to Turn Off or Customize Notifications on iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch
Is your iPhone overrun with notifications? Manage or silence them with Do Not Disturb and the Focus feature.
5 Ways to Score a PS5 or Xbox Series X This Holiday Season
Next-gen consoles are still hard to come by, but there are a few ways to game the system.
8 Genshin Impact Tips for the Frugal Adventurer
Genshin Impact is a gacha game that features numerous money-grabbing elements, but you don't need to spend a dime to enjoy the action-RPG. Use these expert tips to keep your purse strings drawn tight.
How to Use the Files App on Your iPhone or iPad
The Files app is a great way to connect to online services, network servers, and external drives. Here's how to access, view, and manage files in iOS and iPadOS.
