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Microsoft is making big changes to how its Xbox business runs, and while much of that strategy is still assumed or rumor at this point, what's not in question is that the traditional Xbox console is dead. A tacit admission that Nintendo and Sony can't be moved from their dominant positions in the console market.

Google is finally starting the rollout of its all-new Gemini for Home voice assistant to its lineup of smart speakers and displays. The big promise here is that Gemini is far more conversational and capable than the current Assistant, and if you have a compatible speaker, you can use it.

Families looking for a spacious, family-friendly alternative to the typical three-row SUV now have an unexpected option; an all-electric minibus that blends retro charm with modern innovation. Designed to deliver practicality without sacrificing style, it reimagines the family hauler for a new era of clean mobility and high-tech convenience.

The way payments work through Android apps from the Play Store is changing, and it’s all thanks to a court ruling. If you’re an Android user in the US, you now have access to more flexibility and potentially cheaper apps, but it won’t be immediately obvious where to look.

Samsung beat most other phone makers to the punch when it comes to marketing its Galaxy phones and tablets as AI devices. I don't consider this a good thing. Fortunately, Samsung also does a good job of letting you turn all that stuff off.

Do you love using Ubuntu but loath some of its restrictive options and annoying quirks? Even though it’s the most popular Linux distro, it’s not perfect and can feel limiting based on your workflow. Thankfully, we have GNOME Extensions to solve most of these issues and make Ubuntu almost perfect!

Many prefer to use Jellyfin over Plex because it’s free and open-source, supports features like hardware transcoding, and runs on almost anything. Though the default Jellyfin theme is functional, it’s a bit dull to look at every day.

.In the competitive luxury crossover segment, few vehicles manage to combine refinement and reliability as seamlessly as this Japanese-built model. It offers an elegant design, premium materials, and a driving experience that feels effortlessly composed, appealing to buyers who want both sophistication and peace of mind.

In the dark days of photo editing, one of the most labor-intensive jobs was cutting objects and people from the foreground to neatly remove the background. Hours of meticulous work were needed to get a pixel-perfect result. Over time, the tools improved with the development of the lasso tool, magic selection tools, and other similar approaches, making the task a little easier.

Exactly 13 years ago this week, on October 29, 2012, Google released a flagship Android phone in its Nexus line that stood out from all the rest. I'm proud to say I owned one, and to this day, it’s still my favorite phone ever released—the Nexus 4. Let's see what made it so special.

A Raspberry Pi can be a fantastic low-power computer or server, but moving files between a Pi and your other devices over a network isn't straightforward. Thankfully, it only takes a few steps to set up your Pi as a network drive, allowing you to easily copy files without reaching for a flash drive or SD card.

While you can do some good data analysis with a spreadsheet like Excel, if you want to take your calculations to the next level, you might try Python in a Jupyter notebook instead. Here are some reasons why.

Your iPhone can read texts and other notifications in circumstances where you're unable to see your screen. This can be useful when you're listening to music on your AirPods or Beats headphones, but it can be annoying.

The recent push for AI in Windows may have you considering alternatives. You've probably considered macOS, but there are important privacy-related considerations to make first. I will detail why both Windows and macOS are terrible options and why Linux is the only sensible choice.

Collecting muscle cars has turned into a rich-guy hobby, with the rare stuff hitting insane prices. But not every classic needs a yacht-sized budget.

Amazon Fire Tablets are popular for their extremely affordable price tags. You wouldn’t be alone if you’ve accumulated a few for that very reason. So, what can you do with that dusty Amazon Fire tablet sitting in your junk drawer? You can give it a new, useful life, and in most cases, it’s very easy.

Premiere is practically synonymous with video editing today, and for good reason—it works well. However, in searching for an alternative, I found something that completely blew it out of the water. The best part? It is free.

Despite getting a bit long in the tooth, the Steam Deck is still a fantastic little handheld PC. One of its rare negatives is that it comes with only a single USB-C port. That port might be lonely, but boy, does it do some heavy lifting. The number of devices you can plug into it is staggering.

The Anker Prime Power Bank (26k, 300W) isn't larger than prior versions of Anker's flagship portable battery, but it ups the power output to levels previously only found in portable power stations—allowing you to fast-charge two or more of your most thirsty mobile devices at once.

Windows 10 has reached its end of life, and with it, millions of perfectly capable Windows 10 PCs run the risk of turning into e-waste due to Windows 11's cumbersome hardware requirements. Fortunately, regardless of why your PC doesn't meet the requirements, there is a quick solution.