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The 2027 BMW i7 might not be a complete Neue Klasse overhaul like the iX3, but it could still represent a technological breakthrough. The German brand is partnering with Croatian supercar maker Rimac, specifically Rimac Technology, to bring its sixth-generation (Gen6) battery technology to the i7's luxury sedan format.

Toyota is known for reliability, practicality, and long-term value, but some recent models are stepping into luxury territory. These SUVs bring refinement, comfort, and craftsmanship usually reserved for European luxury crossovers.

April brings forth several key movie anniversaries, the most famous being one from 1976, a legendary year for cinema. 50 years later, this film remains the gold standard in its portrayal of journalism.

CarPlay is a useful tool while driving, especially when you want to control music, make a call, or send a quick text without taking your eyes off the road. It's designed to be safer to use, but only if you're taking advantage of voice commands.

Rumors and leaks usually lead to real products, but that’s not always the case with Apple. Remember the Apple Car? So, when rumors of an iPhone Fold started popping up, people were understandably skeptical. The evidence is getting hard to ignore, though.

The Mazda CX-5 remains one of the most compelling compact SUVs on sale, blending upscale design, sharp driving dynamics, and everyday practicality. But with multiple 2026 trims now offering bigger tech upgrades, more premium interior features, and a wider spread in pricing, figuring out which one actually gives you the most for your money isn’t as straightforward as it seems. Recent updates across the lineup have made those differences more meaningful than ever.

After months of teases, laptops based on Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 processors are available in the US — and might be good enough to choose over computers based on AMD, Apple, and Intel chips. ASUS has released the second-generation Zenbook A14 and its first-ever Zenbook A16, both of which are claimed to deliver high performance and lengthy battery life while remaining lightweight.

Lanterns is one of the most highly anticipated HBO Max releases of 2026. The series is set to bring the popular Green Lanterns officially to the DCU, although Guy Gardner has already appeared in 2025's Superman.

Vibe coding is the trend now, with many people claiming you don’t need to learn to code anymore because of it. But I’m going the other way, and I'll share with you why.

Most of the time your NAS is sitting on the shelf, quietly storing whatever files you send to it. However, most NASes can do more than just back up your data, especially if they have free USB ports. These are some helpful ways you can get some extra use out of your NAS.

I have an old 11.6" mini laptop that had been gathering dust because it couldn't upgrade to Windows 11. I didn't want to chuck it because I love its compact form factor. So I tried to save it with a lightweight Linux distro, and it worked, kind of. Even with Windows 10, its performance wasn't that great.

For a long time, if you wanted a hassle-free, feel-good SUV, luxury brands were the obvious choice. Reliability, comfort, and consistency made them the safe bet—until now.

It's easy to get into a streaming slump, whether your favorite playlist is stuck on repeat or your Netflix home feed feels like it hasn't changed in ages. There are many reasons it can happen (and your recommendation system itself is a big one), but how do you beat it?

I have an alarming amount of PC storage at home. A lot of these drives are just old, retired HDDs and SATA SSDs that I can't be bothered to dispose of, but lately, I've been on a mission to find jobs for them all. I've been successful at that—I'll tell you more below.

Every homelab journey starts with a single step. There's a quick and easy project I first set up to run on a Raspberry Pi. It was so useful that it's become one of the key parts of my homelab.

Google TV (along with Android TV) is one of the most popular smart TV platforms, thanks to its wide availability from brands like TCL, Sony, Hisense, and others. It has a massive selection of streaming apps and services, Gemini built in, and more. But did you know there's a lot more you can do with that TV?

Your Android phone has a capacitive touchscreen that works by registering the electrical charge of your fingertips. In most situations, its default level of touch responsiveness is excellent, but if the phone has trouble registering input, you can increase its sensitivity in just a few taps.

Automakers usually slash prices to clear out discontinued cars, but not Tesla. Elon Musk's brand has raised prices by roughly $15,000 for remaining U.S. inventory of the outgoing Model S and Model X.

For lots of homeowners and people who like to do things themselves, the power drill an entry point into doing home improvement. It's typically the first power tool you buy, stored in a plastic case with a standard set of bits, and only taken out when you need to bore a hole or drive a screw.

Mint is an excellent distro for Linux newcomers, but at some point, all those beginner-friendly optimizations start to feel limiting. If that sounds like you, it’s probably time to stop trying to fix Mint or patch over its limitations with add-ons, and move to something more advanced. Here are three intermediate Linux distros built for users who’ve outgrown Linux Mint.