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Your speakers sound bad because you're missing this one component

How-To Geek - 1 hour 34 min ago

When you're trying to get perfect audio at home, it's really easy to spend a ton of money upgrading your main speakers. You might think that a bigger unit or a higher price tag automatically equals better sound quality. That common assumption is honestly the biggest mistake people make in modern home audio setups.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Car prices are near $50K—here’s the hidden sweet spot for 2026 buyers

How-To Geek - 1 hour 50 min ago

The average new vehicle price has risen steadily over the last five years, reaching a point where even a six-figure salary may not provide enough room when factoring in other living costs. Gone are the days of ultra-affordable cars, as consumers can expect to pay, on average, $50,000 for a new vehicle today.

Categories: IT General, Technology

This 3D printer part is a ticking time bomb—and you need a backup on hand

How-To Geek - 2 hours 5 min ago

You might not realize it, but your 3D printer has a single point of failure that can keep you from printing—the PTFE tube. It seems like an inconsequential part, but after having mine fail, I now keep it on hand so my printers are never down again because of this simple wear part.

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Your phone is dying faster than it should, and it might be your fault

How-To Geek - 2 hours 5 min ago

You may not know it, but your phone could be dying faster than it should be. Conserving your battery in the short and long term can be extremely important to maintaining device health, but are you doing it right?

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How to Add USB-C to any Windows PC

How-To Geek - 2 hours 35 min ago

Does your Windows PC lack USB-C? Or, maybe you only have a single USB-C port and want more. There are quite a few ways to add the latest connection standard to your desktop or laptop. Here are a few of my favorite ways to add USB-C to any Windows PC.

Categories: IT General, Technology

These 5 cars depreciate the most after 5 years on the road

How-To Geek - 3 hours 5 min ago

Car depreciation is one of the biggest hidden costs of ownership, quietly eroding a vehicle’s value long after the excitement of buying new wears off. While some models manage to hold onto a large portion of their original price, others lose value at a shocking rate within just a few years. After five years on the road, the gap between the best and worst performers can amount to tens of thousands of dollars.

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I changed this overlooked setting and instantly improved Spotify's audio quality

How-To Geek - 3 hours 35 min ago

Spotify aims to provide a consistent listening experience that uses minimal data. As a result, your audio quality might be less than ideal, especially if you’re using a pair of high-fidelity headphones or high-end speakers. Here’s how to fix that.

Categories: IT General, Technology

5 ways to debug JSON parsing failures faster (without guessing)

How-To Geek - 4 hours 5 min ago

JSON has become the de facto universal data format, used for everything from local configuration to remote API responses. But the more you depend on JSON, the more you need to deal with any related problems that may occur.

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I drove a new hybrid SUV that feels surprisingly luxurious for a budget ride

How-To Geek - 4 hours 20 min ago

Another day, another hybrid SUV rolls onto the scene—but this one’s called the Starray EM-i, and it comes courtesy of Geely Automotive. Yep, another new name to get your head around.

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These retro gadgets are crying out for you to save and restore them

How-To Geek - 4 hours 35 min ago

Time is not kind to electronics. So what if you were to help revive or upcycle a piece of tech history, while learning a thing or two along the way?

Categories: IT General, Technology

Power Loss Protection shouldn't be an enterprise exclusive: Why your next NVMe needs PLP capacitors

How-To Geek - 4 hours 35 min ago

There are many things that go into an enterprise SSD that, for better or worse, don't have to go on a consumer SSD. But there is this one thing that I wish we'd see on the stuff we use—or maybe a variant of it.

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The space junk doomsday scenario is getting closer

Mashable - 4 hours 50 min ago

Elon Musk's SpaceX just got approval from Trump's FCC to double the number of satellites it has in Low Earth Orbit, and to bring them closer to Earth than ever before. Here's what that means for the worsening space junk problem.

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The 5 tools every first-time homebuyer needs

How-To Geek - 5 hours 5 min ago

Buying a new home is exciting, but once you unpack all the boxes and get settled in, the real work begins. You'll start decorating rooms, changing cabinet hardware, hanging pictures, or worse, something breaks. It's bound to happen, and while you don't need a bunch of fancy pro-grade tools, you'll need the essentials.

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You don't need Plex—here are 5 free alternatives that work just as good

How-To Geek - 5 hours 20 min ago

When it comes to home media servers, the most popular choice has been Plex for quite some time. I use Plex at the moment, and I even pay for an (optional) Plex Pass. Yet, just because Plex is the most popular option doesn't mean it's the best choice for you.

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I install these 7 CLI tools on every Linux system

How-To Geek - 5 hours 35 min ago

Most people treat a fresh Linux installation as a clean slate. Usually you install a browser, set your terminal font, run an update, and get on with real work. Over the years, though, I have noticed that my environment only feels usable when a handful of command line tools are present. These tools dramatically reduce friction and make daily tasks more efficient and reliable.

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How to turn your Ryobi battery into a portable phone charger

How-To Geek - 5 hours 50 min ago

Do you have a garage full of Ryobi power tools and battery packs? If so, you'll be happy to hear that those batteries are useful for all sorts of things aside from powering drills and leaf blowers. You can actually turn your Ryobi battery into a portable phone or laptop charger while camping, in an emergency power outage, and more.

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4 Debian-based Linux distros that are better than Debian

How-To Geek - 6 hours 5 min ago

Debian Linux is a tried-and-true choice for getting a Linux device up and running. There are lots of other distros out there that take the Debian Linux experience a step further, and here are my favorites.

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This 400-hp Japanese sports sedan costs less than a new Corolla

How-To Geek - 6 hours 20 min ago

For about what you’d spend on a brand-new 2026 Toyota Corolla, the classifieds open the door to something way more interesting. Sitting around $17,000 on Kelley Blue Book, a 2016 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400 brings 400 twin-turbocharged horsepower to the party—and that’s where things get fun.

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Here’s how I made my Home Assistant notifications way more entertaining

How-To Geek - 6 hours 35 min ago

Home Assistant notifications can be helpful, but seeing or hearing the same old thing can make your smart home feel static. Thankfully, you can brighten up your notifications with a bit of personality by integrating a service like Google Gemini into your notifications pipeline.

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Why Linux is the best place to learn coding

How-To Geek - 6 hours 35 min ago

If you've dreamed of learning to code, you may wonder how to start. Linux might be the best OS to start your programming journey in. You'll be in good company for learning how to program like a professional. Here are several reasons why what's good for them is good for you as a new programmer.

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