How-To Geek

Finding the most efficient route for your travel can be done in a lot of different ways, and having a go-to transit app that takes care of any hitches along the way can be a lifesaver. But you don't have to solely rely on default apps like Google Maps and Apple Maps, especially if your needs call for it.

The way hardware ages can be difficult to judge. You may be using a 10-year-old PC and feeling satisfied, or you may be running last-gen hardware and already looking at another expensive GPU to upgrade with—it's all a matter of mindset.

The Raspberry Pi 500+ is a ready-to-go single-board computer and keyboard combo, with a 256GB NVMe drive, mechanical keys, and Raspberry Pi OS preloaded. It’s the fastest way to get started with a Raspberry Pi, and it’s a highly capable ARM-based desktop computer replacement that runs Linux.

Because SSDs don't use physical storage, it's easy to assume that they don't really suffer from wear and tear. However, you can still digitally run down the lifespan of an SSD if you use certain software utilities with it. If you want to maximize its lifespan, steer clear of these things.

The end of the year means one thing for music lovers—Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here! This fun annual recap is one of the reasons why so many people use Spotify. We'll show you how to find yours.

The Muppet Christmas Carol is the best festive movie ever. We don't need to debate that. When you launch Disney+ this holiday season to watch it, make sure you select the full-length version. It contains a scene you may never have seen before.

The snowy cold weather is here, and that means it's time to get out your winter tools and start preparing and battling the snow. And if you don't have any winter power tools, we have you covered. Here are a few cordless tools you should consider purchasing, like an electric snowblower.

Finding and fixing problems in Microsoft Excel is essential for a fully functioning workbook, but it can take forever. So, I made a note of the keyboard shortcuts that let me trace broken logic, see the dependencies, and fix complex calculations in just a few seconds—and I haven't looked back since.

The team behind Home Assistant is best known for its incredible free and open-source smart home software, but the same team has also produced some hardware products. Nabu Casa, the commercial company set up by the creators of Home Assistant, currently sells a handful of products, including a dedicated Home Assistant hub and a prototype of a local smart speaker.

Honda’s upcoming sports coupe is easily one of the most anticipated new models of the decade, but early buyers may face a reality that takes some of the excitement out of the equation. With demand already high and supply expected to be limited at launch, shoppers can expect steep prices that push this sleek performance coupe far beyond its projected MSRP.

I used to travel quite a bit, hopping between cities for work or squeezing in a vacation or two each year. These days, between family life and a busy workload, I do not get out on the road nearly as much. When I do, I want the trip to be as smooth and stress-free as possible, and that starts with having the right apps on my phone.

If you want a holiday gift that blends smart home convenience with pure seasonal comfort, the SwitchBot Candle Warmer Lamp is a standout pick. It’s designed to elevate any space with soft light and customizable fragrance, and it just happens to be the world’s first smart candle warmer lamp with Matter-over-WiFi support. That alone makes it perfect for smart home fans, candle lovers, and anyone who wants their home to feel more inviting this winter.

HBO Max has announced what’s leaving their platform in December, and while I’m sad to see some titles go, there’s still plenty of time to watch these gems while you still can. From reality TV shows and original documentaries to film franchises like Superman, along with a lot of Justice Leaguecontent, there’s lots to keep you busy. Oh, and don't miss out on seeing Christmas classics like Elf and A Christmas Story before they’re gone!

If you’re shopping for a comfortable, upscale SUV without luxury-brand pricing, one Nissan model stands out as an unexpected gem. Despite wearing a mainstream badge, this midsize SUV delivers cabin quality, ride comfort, and premium features that rival what you’d expect from an Infiniti, at a far more attainable price point.

FreeBSD, the open-source operating system, just released a new major update. FreeBSD 15 includes overhauled package management, new versions of utilities like OpenZFS and OpenSSL, and the end of support for most 32-bit hardware.

PC builders love installing the latest and shiniest CPUs in their systems. This is generally a good thing, as current-generation chips typically deliver excellent performance at a reasonable cost. And they won’t bottleneck your graphics card in games—unlike some older chips that have aged like fine milk.

MSI just announced the MS-CF20 V2.0, an ATX motherboard intended for industrial settings and other embedded electronics. That unusual market segment calls for an unusual mix of connectivity, including a total of four 2.5G Ethernet ports.

My Raspberry Pi 500+ has finally been delivered, but I kept the order brief so I could keep the cost down. In spite of my attempts at being frugal, I’d be lying if I said I hadn’t toyed with the idea of throwing a few more items on the order.

Linux usage on Steam has officially hit an all-time high, reaching 3.2% market share according to the Steam Survey results for November 2025. This is fantastic news for the open-source community, and it shows that the momentum driven by Valve’s hardware strategy isn't slowing down at all.

Python 3.14 was released back in October, but a few bugs managed to push through the big release, and a few other changes weren't ready for prime time. A new minor update has now arrived as Python 3.14.1, with its own pile of bug fixes and a few new features.