How-To Geek

There are plenty of reasons to want to upgrade that starter or affordable turntable you bought when you first got into vinyl. Maybe your passion has grown, and you want to get a bit more serious, or maybe you got some new speakers and want to do them justice by stepping up from your sub-$300 turntable.

Now that Sony and Honda have cancelled their Afeela EVs, they're ready to put their automotive joint venture on hold. The Japanese companies have announced that they will "scale down" operations at Sony Honda Mobility.

If you're curious about self-hosting and owning a NAS but got put off by the price of "proper" NAS enclosures, I've got good news for you: you don't need to spend a fortune to get started.

When it comes to keeping your vehicle on the road for the long haul, oil changes and tire rotations are still king. Most cars have an oil life monitor to let you know when it’s time for an oil change. And since most cars now use a longer-lasting synthetic oil, it’s a good idea to rotate your tires at each oil change (back in the day, you used to rotate your tires every other oil change because the previous interval was 3,000 miles).

In a rational world, Linux is just an operating system and people who genuinely believe it's a better operating system than the alternatives would want it to become as easy to use and popular as possible.

Every homeowner or DIYer has a few power tools from their preferred brand, with Milwaukee being a popular choice. And while most brands offer the essentials, what sets Milwaukee apart is its vast selection of unique, niche, or trade-specific tools. With that in mind, here are some neat Milwaukee tools you can't get from Makita.

I have long loved the idea of owning a Fairphone, but it wasn't until the latest generation that I decided to make the switch. Unfortunately, shortly after placing the order, I realized this phone wouldn't quite live up to its promise of being fully repairable. In some areas, it is just as vulnerable as any other phone.

YouTubers are great at driving interest in 3D printers, especially with fancy time-lapses and early hardware reviews. Some of these polished tutorials tend to hide a trend of viral hacks created for views instead of engineering quality. But replacing mechanical knowledge with surface-level tricks can inadvertently hide hardware problems that need careful consideration.

Digital minimalism is one of those ideas that sounds wise until you actually live it. The promise is fewer devices, more focus—but what you often get instead is one overloaded machine pulling you in six directions at once. I know because I tried it, and my "optimized" two to three device setup was quietly one of the most distracted periods of my life. More devices fixed that—and the reason has its roots in behavioral psychology.

When you think of the best Pixar movies, a few likely come to mind first—maybe the always-popular Toy Story series or the emotional rollercoaster of Up.

You might think of your NAS as a "build once and forget about it" thing. The thing is, however, that just like your computer does, your NAS can benefit from upgrades. And a really good upgrade people often overlook is RAM. Here's why it'd be worth it to upgrade—if you can afford these RAM prices, that is.

While most Galaxy owners are still waiting for the One UI 8.5 release, Google and Samsung have already begun testing the next big update, One UI 9, based on Android 17. Google announced Android 17 in February and is now beta-testing the new software, which will be available on Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets soon.

Linux has been used as a catch-all term for any free, open-source operating system that prioritizes user control over systems like Windows or macOS. Although many share command-line interfaces and a philosophy of freedom, calling every open-source project a Linux distribution ignores important details about computing history and engineering. There are distinctions you need to understand if you want to appreciate the complexity and variety of open-source software. Just remember, not everything that is an outsider is Linux, even though distros can be very different.

Going into 2026, I had big plans for my PC. But the current state of the market (read: the dumpster fire that it is, rather) made me reconsider. Majorly.

Heated print beds have become a staple feature on most 3D printers, even at the entry level. They help that all-important first layer remain in place, and prevent warping caused by a sudden drop in temperature once filament has been extruded.

Looking back at my old Excel spreadsheets, I can't believe I survived without Power Query. It turns complex automation into something surprisingly user-friendly. If you've avoided it because it looks intimidating, this guide is for you.

Luxury SUVs often promise premium comfort, advanced technology, and refined driving manners, but those benefits usually come with a steep price tag. In 2026, however, the gap between mainstream and luxury models is smaller than ever. Many non-luxury SUVs now offer the same features, materials, and overall driving experience without the added cost of a premium badge.

The original Chromecast turned every dumb TV into a smart TV, and people loved it. Google tried to take that same idea to speakers with the Chromecast Audio, but it was quickly abandoned. So why are people still clamoring for it today?

Even when a Linux desktop appears frozen, most of the time, the operating system is running just fine. The graphical interface is just another program that runs on top of the Linux system, so even if it crashes, you can restore your desktop session. That way you can back up your unsaved work and get back to your desktop without rebooting. Let me show you how to do that.

ESP32 microcontrollers are the powerhouses of DIY smart home projects. You can use them for everything from making a simple smart button to creating your own sensors. I recently bought a $30 ESP32 development board that's completely changed my smart home.