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3 excellent new HBO Max shows to binge this week (April 13 - 19)
Looking for something new to watch on HBO Max this week? The O.G. premium TV service is still one of the best places to go to find seriously great series and movies, and its 131 million global subscribers tells us that people are still really interested in finding it.
5 ways Netflix is becoming more than a streaming service for movies and TV
In a crowded streaming ecosystem, Netflix is still far and away the most popular service on the market. It remains the biggest streaming service at over 325 million worldwide paid subscribers, with 67 million coming from the U.S. Content curation is Netflix's biggest strength, as the streamer's library features over 10,000 titles—movies, TV shows, documentaries, and specials.
Why the 2025 RAV4 is still the smartest SUV buy in 2026
With new car prices still sitting high, plenty of buyers are getting more creative about how they spend their money. One of the simplest moves is picking up a previous model year, which often means paying less for something that still feels current and well-equipped.
eGPUs were supposed to fix gaming laptops, but bandwidth killed the dream
An eGPU (external GPU) is exactly what the name suggests—a GPU that sits outside a computer and uses some sort of external connection to send and receive data.
7 Raspberry Pi projects you can do in 1 hour
If you’re looking for fun and simple projects that you can do on your Raspberry Pi, these are perfect for you. Each should take under an hour to complete, and they all offer quite a bit of functionality for anyone wanting to learn more about their Pi.
Samsung's 2026 Micro RGB TVs are here—can Sony compete?
Samsung has released its 2026 Micro RGB TVs in the U.S., and they promise to make the cutting-edge display technology more affordable — while putting pressure on Sony to deliver with its True RGB line.
5 smart home upgrades you can 3D print for under $1
The smart home promises automatic convenience, but setting up a system that works well often involves unexpected difficulties. You can find the main components like sensors, hubs, and voice assistants easily, but the parts you need to upgrade your setup are often expensive, poorly made, or impossible to find.
Raspberry Pi OS 6.2 places a password requirement on sudo commands
Raspberry Pi OS has received a new update today, and there will now be a password needed by default to run sudo commands. This is the most significant change in Raspberry Pi OS version 6.2 amid the bug fixes.
Mercedes says its new 2027 EQS has the longest range of any EV
Mercedes' EQS electric sedan is already a driving range champion, but now the company plans to cement its lead. The German badge has introduced a refreshed 2027 EQS that it claims has a range of 575 miles on the WLTP testing cycle, which would make it the longest-range EV on the market.
Don't trash your old router: Turn it into a wired workhorse instead
Routers are much like graphics cards in the sense that once you buy one, you likely won't have to replace it for years. A third-party router, once bought, may follow you from home to home, from ISP to ISP, and be no worse off.
This mainstream SUV makes pricier rivals look overpriced
The line between mainstream and luxury cars has gotten seriously blurry lately. Regular brands are leaning hard into premium design cues and materials that used to be exclusive to high-end European models.
Stop waiting for your IDE to load: This 30-year-old editor is faster
While most coders use integrated development environments like VS Code. My code editing tool of choice is Vim, a much smaller package that's been around for over 30 years. Since Vim is heavily influenced by the original Vi, its lineage is even older, dating back to the late '70s. Why would I use something so old? Here's why Vim works for me.
After 14 years reviewing Samsung Galaxy phones, these are my top 5
I've spent over a decade reviewing Android phones and tablets, and I've tested almost every flagship Samsung Galaxy phone released over the last 14+ years. Some were certainly better than others, from plastic shells and removable batteries to the premium models we have today.
LaserDisc proved movies could be collected like records—it just needed better marketing
I've always been fascinated by LaserDisc technology. Long before I'd ever seen video played from a disc, and not long after I'd heard my first album on CD, I had the opportunity to watch movies on LD.
GoPro Mission 1 PRO ILS lets you swap lenses like a mirrorless camera, and it changes everything
For years, GoPro has been synonymous with action cameras. Today, the brand has unveiled the Mission 1 lineup of compact cinema cameras, marking the company’s most ambitious pivot in its history. The GoPro Mission 1 family comprises three distinct models aimed at different tiers of professionals and serious creators. But the most attention-grabbing member is the Mission 1 PRO ILS, which supports interchangeable Micro Four Third lenses.
I paired Claude with Notion, and it instantly made both apps more useful
Notion is a powerful all-in-one productivity and note-taking application. You can use it for everything from journaling and budget tracking to project management and content calendars. Working in Notion can be time-consuming, but pairing Notion with Anthropic's Claude AI makes both apps even better.
4 useful Android widgets that actually deserve space on your home screen
My biggest problem with useful apps has always been remembering to check them or open them when I need them. Widgets have allowed me to pin some of the most important apps on my phone directly on my home screen, ensuring that I never miss them when they're relevant.
Stop buying compact SUVs for features—here's 5 actually built to last
Compact SUVs remain the sweet spot of the new-car market, combining family-friendly practicality, manageable dimensions, and increasingly strong fuel economy. But with prices rising and long-term ownership costs mattering more than ever, dependability has become just as important as features or styling. In 2026, only a handful of models truly stand out for delivering the kind of reliability buyers can count on for years.
These 5 Milwaukee tools aren’t popular—but they’ll save you hours of work
Milwaukee tool fans know the company has a vast selection of power tools, from drills and drivers to angled ratchets and more. You probably own all the basics and some specialty tools, but here are a few niche Milwaukee tools, what they're used for, and why you might actually want one.
Linux is better than ever—but these 4 problems still push me back to Windows
I want to love Linux, I really do. The problem is, I can’t. I’ve tried time and time again to run Linux as a desktop operating system, and these four problems keep pushing me right back into Microsoft’s deathly hold.


