How-To Geek

It's now June, and that means the major streaming services are adding new shows to their lineups. If you missed some of the new shows from last week, you can still check them out on their respective services, including the sophomore outing for Netflix's The Four Seasons and the debut of Prime Video's Spider-Noir.

For decades, Mercedes-Benz was the benchmark luxury sedan brand. These days, though, buyers are starting to look a little closer at what they're actually getting for the money, especially as prices climb, and some long-time fans question whether the quality still matches the badge.

If you own a Pixel phone, you probably know it comes with tons of exclusive features. While some of them, such as Magic Cue, have fairly limited real-world usefulness, others have become indispensable parts of my day-to-day life, and that of many other Pixel owners. Here are some of the best Pixel-exclusive features you should check out the moment you finish reading this piece.

After a difficult start to 2026, Mazda finally has something to celebrate. The Japanese automaker posted a remarkably strong sales performance in May, with gains spread across nearly its entire lineup. From SUVs to sedans and even niche enthusiast models, buyers appeared far more willing to visit Mazda showrooms than they were just a few months ago, helping the brand begin clawing back ground lost earlier in the year.

The first NAS that I built using an old laptop started out as a simple Plex server meant to keep my movies and shows all in one place and easy to access from any device. But like most homelab setups, it didn't stay simple for long. One service turned into two, a few more Docker containers got added here and there, and before I knew it, my experimental Plex server turned into a full-blown homelab device.

When the smart bulbs around my home would seemingly randomly start acting up, I assumed that the bulbs themselves were the problem. After all, they were a downright menace: showing up as offline, failing to dim when scheduled, or even turning themselves off. So, I replaced them.

Google Drive is an obvious storage solution for many Android users. However, the latest change to Google Drive storage limits is being described as a "cloud storage trap" by frustrated customers, on top of the other issues Google Drive has, and now storage seekers may be wondering what the best alternative to switch to is.

Samsung wants the upcoming Galaxy Watch 9 to not only track your health, but also serve as your personal coach. It's releasing a major Samsung Health app update on June 8 that will turn tracking data into "simple, actionable guidance" — effectively, it's the company's answer to the AI coaching in the Fitbit Air with Google Health Premium.

A while ago, I set up some automations in Home Assistant to nag me when I was sitting down for too long or wasn't focusing on work. I decided to see how far I could take things by turning Home Assistant into my own version of Big Brother.

Jellyfin has been growing in popularity for a while, as many users look for a free and open-source alternative to Plex. And with the recent Plex price hikes, the reason to switch has just gotten even greater. Yet while you can set up your media library in Jellyfin in no time at all, potential switchers often get discouraged by the thought of losing years of tweaks and customizations. But that doesn't have to be true. One plugin called Plexyfin helps make the move to Jellyfin easier.

Moving files between computers is such an obvious thing to do now. You can use a USB flash drive. You can just email them if they're small. Cloud storage is, obviously, awesome for this type of thing. Let's not forget all the random files that get sent over WhatsApp, Discord, or Messenger.

It's time for another round of fun homelab projects to do this weekend, and it all starts with server monitoring! Then, once you have your centralized server monitoring set up, I'll show you how to optimize your Docker experience. Here are three fun homelab projects to tackle this weekend.

Gemini’s debut on Android Auto has been a bit bumpy, to say the least. There are plenty of legitimate issues that Google needs to iron out still, but I’ve made an effort to give it a fair try. However, my main complaint isn’t a bug—it’s a feature that’s completely missing.

The Benchy has become the unofficial mascot of the 3D printing world. What started as a model of a toy boat designed to benchmark print quality and speed has evolved into a rite of passage for new printer owners.

Building a functional homelab often starts with a lot of excitement, but it quickly turns into a balancing act of managing hardware and fighting network clutter. You buy a couple of machines, get a VPS, start hosting services, and suddenly find yourself buried in individual browser extensions. What you should do is consider adding the below to get your homelab to do what you want.

As a beginner, I used to feel like I was fighting with the command-line interface. It did eventually click for me, but I wish it happened sooner. This is a list of command-line actions and commands that I wish I had learned on day one.

Are you ready to tackle more Raspberry Pi projects this weekend? Well, you're in luck, because I have three more fun projects to try out, including building an offline version of Wikipedia, setting up Network UPS Tools, and building a network troubleshooting toolkit.

Whether you're buying your first cordless power tool or looking to upgrade your collection, a big decision is whether to choose a brushed or brushless motor. Every major tool brand offers newer brushless tools, such as Ryobi's HP line and Milwaukee FUEL Brushless. So, what's the difference, and are they worth the higher price tag?

I’ll admit it, I’m a bit of an AI-sceptic. I see how AI-powered search can perform wonders with natural-language queries, but when it comes to editing my code, I still like to have control.

If you've been meaning to learn Linux but never quite made it stick, it's probably not a motivation problem. The desktop is usually not the best place to start learning Linux because you already have a working desktop in your Mac or Windows PC. A NAS, on the other hand, is exactly the kind of project where Linux earns its place, and where you'll actually end up learning something that stays with you.