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Loving Mecha Break? Here's 6 More Mech Games You Should Play

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 19:00

Mecha Break was released in early July, bringing a new and exciting experience for fans of the mech combat genre. It's frenetic and full of cool robots, but for a true fan like me, no single game is enough. That's why I'd recommend playing these other mecha games if you need even more robots in your life.

Categories: IT General, Technology

This Open Source App Finally Got Me to Leave Google Photos

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 18:31

I've been using Google Photos ever since it launched a decade ago, but have recently been thinking of switching to an alternative. As much as I like Google's app, I want something with a greater focus on privacy. Ente Photos offers exactly that.

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You Need a White Noise App for More Reasons Than You Think

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 18:00

White noise is the sound many of us grew up with when a TV was turned to the wrong channel. I never turned to those channels on purpose in the past, but now I have a dedicated app to produce that very sound. Yes, I actively sought it out, but I have my reasons.

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What Is Bazzite? A SteamOS Alternative, Explained

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 17:30

If you've researched gaming on Linux lately, a weird name has probably come up now and then: Bazzite. This Linux distribution is growing in popularity with gamers, and if you look at it you might think you were looking at SteamOS. Here's what you need to know about Bazzite.

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Why I Won’t Drive Lyft or Uber Again, Despite Having a 5-Star Rating

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 17:15

You may want to join rideshare apps, like Uber and Lyft, as a driver, especially with how much you can make. I used to make over $200 a night and kept really high ratings. However, there is a lot that keeps me from ever going back to ridesharing that you should keep in mind.

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Why Console Exclusives Are More Important Than Ever in 2025

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 17:00

During prior console generations, I always assumed console exclusivity was nothing but a pointless, borderline anti-consumer marketing tactic. Years later, it seems like console games are finally shedding the chains of exclusivity and I'm beginning to question if that's the right decision.

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iPhone Mirroring Is the Best Feature You're Not Using, Here's Why I Love It

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 13:30

In iOS 18 and macOS 15 Sequoia, Apple added a feature called iPhone Mirroring. This gives you a virtual version of your iPhone that you can interact with on any Apple silicon or Intel Mac with a T2 security chip. It might seem like the feature isn't particularly useful; why use a virtual iPhone when you have the real one at hand?

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Combining Excel Workbooks Is Easier Than You Think With This Powerful Tool

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 13:15

Stacking data from multiple worksheets manually can be painfully time-consuming and could easily lead to copying errors. What's more, this process becomes even more burdensome if you need to regularly update the dataset. Luckily, Excel's Power Query tool can do all this for you.

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The Most Fuel-Efficient Japanese Hybrid Cars Perfect for Daily Commutes

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 13:00

Hybrid cars aren’t exactly new, but they’ve never been more relevant. As full EVs divide automakers, hybrids are quietly thriving—and they’re showing up in everything from tiny city cars to rugged crossovers.

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6 Underrated Features To Make Your Pinterest App Delightful

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 12:30

You can do a lot more than just pin stuff with the Pinterest app. It actually has a ton of neat features you can use to organize and access pins better.

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The First Thing I Set Up on a New Computer Is a Web Server, Here’s Why

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 12:01

Most computers come with their own web server and, if they don’t, it’s easy to install one. Setting it up can take a bit of work, but it’s well worth it in my opinion. In fact, I don’t consider my computer set up until I can visit localhost in a browser.

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WiZ Portable Gradient Light Bars Review: Add Affordable Dynamic Lighting to any Room

Sun, 07/13/2025 - 11:01

Why settle for a boring, heavy lamp with one color bulb when you can have portable, dynamic lights that can change color and patterns to match any room? These portable light bars from WiZ are an affordable way to add dynamic lighting to any room while being lightweight, stylish, and easy to use.

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Some of the Best Speakers For Home Theater and Music are 25% Off

Sat, 07/12/2025 - 23:00

Speakers are one of the best tech investments you can make, since they age so well and speaker technology changes so little. If you're going to spend an extra buck on your home theater, spend it on the speakers—you won't regret it.

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5 Ways Ubuntu Changed How I Use My PC

Sat, 07/12/2025 - 22:00

Are you a Windows user thinking of switching to Ubuntu? Wondering how switching operating systems might influence your workflow? Well, I'm a former Windows user who's been using Linux for nearly a decade, and here are five ways Ubuntu changed how I use my PC.

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Microsoft’s New Terminal Text Editor Is Here—Should Mac Users Bother?

Sat, 07/12/2025 - 21:00

It’s not often that a new Microsoft product attracts attention from Mac and Linux users, especially not a command-line tool. But the company’s Edit app targets the ever-popular text editor market, which means it could be of interest to anyone who works with text files. So, as a Mac user, is it worth checking out?

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Galaxy Watch 8 Classic vs. Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025): What’s the Difference?

Sat, 07/12/2025 - 20:30

The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is here, bringing back everyone's favorite rotating bezels. However, at the Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung also refreshed the Galaxy Watch, with a new color and a welcome spec upgrade. So, which one should you choose?

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How to Keep Using Windows 10 Past Its End-of-Life Date

Sat, 07/12/2025 - 20:00

The clock is ticking, and we’re only about a hundred days away from the date on which Microsoft will officially stop supporting Windows 10. However, if you need more time to switch to Windows 11, Microsoft is offering three options–opting for any of these will allow you to use Windows 10 for one more year.

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These Are the Best Android Apps for Making Money on the Side

Sat, 07/12/2025 - 19:31

Finding ways to earn extra income has become more accessible than ever, especially if you have an Android. Whether you're trying to supplement income, save money, or simply make the most of your free time, there are many opportunities to turn your smartphone into a money-making tool.

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These Sports Cars Give You Way More for Your Money Than a Porsche 911

Sat, 07/12/2025 - 19:00

The Porsche 911 has ruled the sports car world for decades, and the latest model only sharpens its legendary edge. Packing a twin-turbo flat-six with 388 horsepower and blasting to 60 in under four seconds, it’s a master of both speed and precision.

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My Favorite Samsung Product Isn’t Hardware at All

Sat, 07/12/2025 - 18:00

I’ve used a lot of Android phones over the years, and while I appreciate what Samsung brings to the table with its hardware, I've never really found myself sticking with their phones long-term. Yet, despite my distaste for their smartphones, there's one Samsung product I’ve stuck with for a long time: Samsung Health.

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