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If you are looking for a different vehicle, it seems like right now is the worst possible time. Everything is more expensive, and new automobiles are among the most affected consumer products. According to Kelley Blue Book, the average price of a new vehicle exceeded $50,000 for the first time in history in September 2025.

A smart home is more than a smart speaker that controls a few devices. You should aim to automate as much functionality as possible, and lighting is the best place to start.

Don't wait until the last minute to start learning a new skill for the new year. Skillshare is offering a free month to kickstart your goal.

If you are having trouble loading Google Search results or getting errors trying to log into Gmail right now, you are definitely not alone. Massive user reports are currently indicating a significant outage affecting Google's core services this morning.

Microsoft finally called time on the Windows Vista codebase this week, marking the definitive end of support for one of its most widely discussed operating system generations after nearly 18 years. This closes the door on the Windows Server 2008 platform, the last piece of Vista core architecture.

The DietPi team has announced the open beta for DietPi version 10, which will be a major update for the Raspberry Pi OS (formerly Raspbian) alternative. The beta features new additions to the software lineup while others are being dropped.

Is your phone or home internet not working? You're not alone: Verizon is experiencing a nationwide outage. As a result, calls or texts to Verizon customers from AT&T and T-Mobile are also failing.

Typically, you can remove Windows features with one click. Copilot is a different story, however. There's no simple switch to remove Copilot from the entire interface. However, it is possible to rip out Copilot entirely from your Windows.

At some point, we've all uploaded a PDF to one of those web apps that let you convert between different document formats. These apps also have OCR features, as well as tools that let you merge or split documents. It's convenient enough, but it's by no means private. For sensitive documents, it's never a good idea to upload them to random websites. Let me show you a better alternative where your documents never leave your computer, but you can still use all those neat features.

If you thought Microsoft Excel was just for data entry, think again. It has evolved into an officially Turing-complete programming language, a milestone that turns the grid into a functional programming environment. Here's why that changes everything for you.

When was the last time you took stock of what storage types you were using? If you have an older computer, it’s possible at least one of your drives is using a tech that’s 40 years old. Here are five storage types that are officially too old to use in 2026.

Samsung Galaxy phones are packed with apps and underrated features, and sometimes it's easy to overlook some of the best ones. Instead of constantly using your phone and fumbling through settings, let this amazing feature do all the hard work for you. Smartphones are supposed to be "smart," and this one Samsung feature actually delivers.

In a segment where complexity often leads to costly repairs and unpredictable ownership costs, one hybrid SUV stands out in 2026 for its exceptional reliability. While many electrified crossovers still struggle with long-term dependability, this Japanese-built model combines proven engineering with low maintenance needs, making it one of the smartest choices for buyers who want efficiency and peace of mind.

Windows 11 has been progressively getting worse with every feature update since last year. Here's how I've been doing some damage control to keep it usable.

If you’re in the market for an affordable phone, an iPhone is probably not your first thought. There are several reasons why a lower-cost Apple device is better than an entry-level Android phone, so here are the three top reasons you should go team iPhone when saving money.

Are you curious about terminal file managers but overwhelmed by the options? Wondering which one won’t require memorizing 100 keybindings just to copy a file? Well, here’s my list of the five best Linux terminal-based file managers and how they rank against one another.

All it took for me to take wireless charging seriously was a MagSafe charging stand on my desk. Unless I need a fast-charging top-up, this is now how I choose to charge my phone 90% of the time.

In an era dominated by SUVs and crossovers, it’s easy to assume that sedans are a thing of the past, but the sales figures for the Toyota Camry tell a very different story. Even as buyers flock to taller, truck-based vehicles, this enduring Japanese sedan continues to find its footing in the American market, proving there’s still strong demand for traditional four-door cars.

Smart home technology is meant to save you time and effort, and it can definitely do so when used well. However, it's all too easy to fall into habits that can end up wasting time rather than saving it.

I'm a fan of the open-source philosophy, and given the price of Microsoft 365, the push for desktop alternatives to Microsoft Excel is louder than ever. Yet, I can't make the leap. While these local apps look the part, they lack the deep architectural features that make modern data analysis possible on my PC.