Technology
Stop paying for streaming services you only watch on weekends—there's a smarter way
One of the most frustrating parts about digital streaming can be how easily costs add up. When you subscribe to a handful of services a month, you can easily lose track of cumulative expenses amid price hikes, inactive subscriptions, and forgotten sign-ups.
I tried switching to Samsung Galaxy, but this Pixel-exclusive feature made it impossible
I had a Galaxy phone that was better than my Pixel by almost every measurable standard. Better chip, better display, more features, more customization—the list goes on. Yet, here I am, back on the Pixel. And it wasn’t because Samsung did something wrong, but because one app—one I had never thought twice about.
How to use the RANK.EQ function in Microsoft Excel
Manually re-sorting your Excel tables every time a score changes is a waste of time. The RANK.EQ function automates leaderboards by assigning positions instantly. Whether you're tracking sales or race times, here's how to keep your data dynamic and accurate.
I finally tried the phone OS that inspired Android—and it still might be better
For over a decade, I’ve written about Windows Phone (RIP), iPhone, and, my main squeeze, Android. But there’s one beloved operating system missing from that list: webOS. 17 years after the Palm Pre hit the market, I’m finally trying it for the first time.
I used to be subscribed to every streaming service; here's the 4 I actually regret canceling
In today’s world of online media, streaming is just as big as cable, if not bigger. And that means now, if you have so many streaming services to pay for, you’re most likely going to be paying the same price as cable.
Stop buying these smart home devices—they're the worst money you'll spend this year
There are a lot of great smart home devices you can buy right now, but there are some I wouldn't touch with a ten-foot pole. These are some of the devices I would definitely avoid.
This simple CachyOS feature lets me use Windows without dual-booting
I've been stuck dual-booting Linux and Windows for years because—despite huge improvements—there are still a handful of applications that won't run on Linux. CachyOS made me rethink that approach with a feature that allows me to easily run almost any Windows app as if it were a native Linux app.
Home Assistant isn't just for your home—4 places you never thought to use it
If you’re not content with only powering your smart home with Home Assistant, you might be interested to learn that the platform has a few other tricks up its sleeve that expand its sphere of utility.
Your mini PC feels slow because of where it's sitting, not what's inside it
Mini PCs are often essentially laptops without a screen. They're compact, packed full of components, and optimized around making do with minimal airflow.
Excel's newest functions are flashy, but these classics are still the best
I get excited whenever Microsoft drops a new Excel function, but when I'm in the trenches with a deadline, I reach for the classics. There's a certain comfort in knowing a formula will work exactly as expected every time.
Claude Code killed my need for an IDE—and I'm not going back
IDEs, or integrated development environments, have long been a staple of the development world. I’ve used one for decades. However, switching to Claude Code completely changed the tools I use for development, and I’ve simply left IDEs in the dust.
Stop overlooking your pets in your smart home setup—6 ways cats and dogs can benefit too
Who said the utility of a smart home has to be limited to humans? With a few accessories and some careful automations, your furry friends can benefit from your Home Assistant setup too.
5 shows that retconned their worst seasons (and how they did it)
Television is often considered one of America's past times, for good reason. Television shows have become central to society since technology's invention and have been responsible for some of the greatest pop culture influences of the last century. Yet, even the most popular shows drop the ball now and again.
I stopped wasting time in my driveway after setting up these 4 Android Auto automations
Android Auto is a highly convenient feature on most modern cars, even if it's a bit underused. If you're not using it, now is a good time to start. And once you do, you'll want to take advantage of a few automations and routines that'll transform your driving experience.
Stop watching blurry old videos: Nvidia's hidden upscaling feature can fix them
Nvidia's graphics cards may not be cheap, but they do come with a host of fun features that can come in handy. An obvious software and hardware benefit is DLSS 4.5, but many people missed the memo on a hidden feature that can make old videos look a whole lot better.
Here's how long it takes for a 2026 CR-V Hybrid to actually save you money
Syncing passkeys to Google defeats the whole point of passkeys
It's not an exaggeration to say that if you're one of the six billion people who use the internet, it's probably one of the most important technologies in your life. Just about everything you do every day relies on the internet in some way, but that also means you have sensitive information locked away on servers far away and out of your control.
If I had an unlimited budget, here's what my smart home would look like
I don't like to think about how much I've spent on my smart home over the years. Some smart home devices, such as Zigbee sensors, can be incredibly cheap, but a lot of smart home tech comes with a higher price tag. I don't have the money to do everything I want to my smart home, but if I did, I know where I'd start.
How to customize Excel slicer styles and colors
Excel's built-in slicer styles are like pre-packaged airplane sandwiches: they get the job done, but they haven't changed in years and aren't exactly exciting. But with a little-known duplication trick, you can escape these bland presets and create high-end, custom dashboards.
I "de-Amazoned" my Kindle, and it was the best upgrade I never paid for
I've had my Kindle for more than a decade, and it's served me well during that time. That's why I was disappointed to learn that Amazon was going to be ending support for my model. I decided to remove Amazon from my Kindle, and I wish I'd done it sooner.


