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Over 450,000 Portable Batteries Recalled After Fire and Burn Reports
"About 488,000" Charmast power bank chargers are being recalled because they can catch fire or cause burns. The recall was announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) after the issues were reported.
The Best Password Managers for Families for 2024
Password managers are powerful tools that are a massive upgrade to your online security. Better yet, some password managers can even protect you and your family at the same time.
Yes, You Can 3D Print a PC Case, But There's a Catch (or Two)
Do you ever feel like there's just nothing on the PC chassis market that interests you? Do you want something unique, or modified to your exact needs? Well, if you have access to a 3D printer, it turns out you can make pretty much an entire PC case using nothing but files from the internet, and a few bits of hardware from your local store.
How to Add Custom Ringtones to Your iPhone
If you don't want to buy ringtones or the one that came with your iPhone, you can create your own custom ringtones with iTunes.
Max Has Its Own 2024 Recap, Too
Max, the streaming service from Warner Bros. Discovery, is introducing a new feature called Max Rewind. This feature is like Spotify Wrapped and gives subscribers a personalized summary of their viewing habits over the past year.
ASUS AirVision M1 Is an External Display in a Pair of Glasses
ASUS announced its AirVision M1 glasses a year ago at CES. They're now available for pre-order on the company's official website almost twelve months later.
Smartphones Will Never Kill Dedicated Handhelds
There was a time when it looked like dedicated handheld gaming would die a quick death thanks to the rise of smartphone games, but it hasn't turned out that way, and thanks to the nature of each device, it probably never will.
Want a Cheap But Great Gift? Add People to Your Family Plans
If you're looking for a cost-effective, last-minute gift, I have the perfect solution: add people to your existing subscriptions, like movie streaming or cloud storage services.
Thanks to Whiskey, I’ll Be Gaming on My Mac More Than Ever
I've been a Mac gaming proponent since my first Apple Silicon machine, and Apple itself has been taking gaming much more seriously since the M1 launched as well, yet the selection of titles is still thin. So why not just play Windows games on your Mac? Turns out it's not just possible, but kind of awesome thanks to Whiskey.
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Go Bald With Manscaped’s New Dome Shaver
Depending on how much body hair you do or don't have, your grooming routine may be quick and painless or fairly elaborate. With the new Manscaped Dome Shaver, now is the perfect time to go bald—whether it's a choice to simplify maintenance or confidently embrace that lost hairline.
Are MacBooks Really Overpriced?
Apple products, including the MacBook, are often described as "overpriced" since you can get a Windows laptop with similar performance for less, or at least that's the claim. But, is this really true?
Starlink's First Nationwide Satellite Texting Service is Live
One NZ has partnered with Starlink to use its satellite technology and introduced a countrywide satellite text messaging service called One NZ Satellite TXT. This makes it the first telecom company in the world to provide a Starlink Direct to Mobile service.
What's the Difference Between All the Samsung Galaxy Phones?
Samsung is notorious for releasing a lot of different Android phones under the "Galaxy" umbrella. Some Galaxy S models cost thousands of dollars, while some Galaxy A models are only a couple hundred bucks. So what's the difference anyway?
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for December 19 (#557)
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn't—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.
Why You Should Always Use Non-Printing Characters in Microsoft Word
One of the primary issues people face when using Microsoft Word is how the program deals with formatting. At times, it seems the program has a mind of its own! However, many of these frustrations can be solved by displaying non-printing characters.
How to Show Folder Size in Windows 11's File Explorer Size Column
You'll find a Size column in File Explorer, but it only shows the size of files, such as images and executables, and not folders. So, what's the reason behind this, and is there any way to display folder sizes in this column?
15 Stocking Stuffers for the Gamers in Your Life
Got a gamer on your Christmas list? Treat them with one of these cool stocking stuffers!
NordVPN Review: A Mixed Experience
NordVPN is the service that propelled VPNs to the mainstream, taking out ads across traditional media, YouTube, and TikTok. I tested NordVPN to see if there was more to it than a marketing spin and found some issues, especially regarding performance and pricing.
The TimeCapsule Makes AirTags Last Up to 10 Years
Elevation Lab has introduced TimeCapsule, a new device designed to improve the battery life of Apple AirTags. It adds a protective layer around the AirTag and increases the battery life up to around 10 years.
Live Captions and Auto Translation Is Coming to More Windows PCs
Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 Insider Preview Build to the Dev Channel, which brings real-time translation and live captions to more devices. This was initially available only for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs but is now extended to those using AMD and Intel processors.