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macOS has a host of powerful automation features that many users never discover. They've been around for years and are hiding in menus that you use every day. They're called Services, and are among the most flexible and underrated tools on your Mac.

You may, like me, sometimes be unsure what you can install aside from the apps that appear at the front and top of software browsers like Discover and the Snap Store. If you know where to look, though, there are hidden software gems everywhere.

I've never understood the appeal of wall-mounted tablets for controlling a smart home. To me, dashboards have always felt like expensive replacements for physical switches. However, a recent project finally made me realize that wall-mounted control panels can have their place

Small SUVs have become one of the most competitive segments in the market, with every automaker offering a mix of practicality, comfort, and value. The Honda HR-V has long been a go-to choice for those seeking reliability and efficiency, but one Korean contender has stepped up with a compelling blend of refinement, technology, and driving dynamics that make it hard to overlook.

As Apple TV's streak continues—after The Studio's dominating presence at this year's Emmys, and now with the hottest new show on TV with Pluribus (to name just a couple of its recent hits)—what better time to highlight some of the streamer's best and most bingable series that you can devour this weekend?

At last, another glorious weekend is upon us, and that means it’s time to settle down with Amazon Prime Video and binge some good TV shows. Don’t worry about which titles to devour in your time off—I’ve done that for you. With these three shows, you’ll venture into the chilling world of Harlan Coben, dive into a gaming anthology gem, and travel back in time to the 11th century for another fight over another throne.

Disney+ will allow its users to create and consume AI-generated content on the platform. This is according to Disney CEO Bob Iger, speaking on the company's fourth quarter earnings call.

These days, it's hard to imagine a world without internet access. We spend so much of our work and personal lives online that having a constant internet connection has become second nature. When something stops you from accessing the internet, such as your ISP going down, it can feel like a real shock. If this happens to you, there are a few ways to get online until your internet connection comes back.

The SwitchBot Hub 3 is the newest and most versatile hub from SwitchBot, one that also cosplays as a humidity sensor, thermometer, and universal remote. It's great at some of these things, but there's plenty of functionality I would have preferred to see left off entirely.

It's sometimes easy to fall into the trap that a bigger number on something means that it's subjectively better, when really it's just objectively "more" on some measurable axis.

AI is more popular than ever, and there are dozens of great uses out there ranging from voice replication and synthesis to 3D modeling. None of that means anything if getting them up and running is too much trouble.

When you built your desktop PC, you probably didn't think about the power it uses other than making sure your power supply was up to the job of handling all your components.

Samsung is jumping into the VR space with the new Galaxy XR headset. While the technical specifications of the Galaxy XR are incredibly compelling on their own, the sheer number of premium subscriptions and full games bundled for free is the real selling point.

Although it was pretty much only a rumor for the longest time, a new Steam Machine from Valve is now a cold hard fact. Valve announced its new SteamOS-powered gaming PC on the 12th of November 2025, and it looks like we're about to see another Steam Deck-level market disruption.

Battery recalls are nothing new, but they're still annoying when they do happen. And even more so when it's something that was sold so widely, there's a solid chance you own one. Belkin sold over 80,000 of these battery packs and wireless stands before issuing this recall, so it's pretty bad.

I spent almost the first half of my life with only VHS as a home video format, though I did get to watch LaserDiscs a few times. So you'd think I'd have a pretty clear memory of what VHS video looks like. However, it's been 20 years since I last watched a tape, and it turns out our memories can be inaccurate in the strangest way.

Mozilla is pushing ahead with AI features in Firefox, despite much criticism from Firefox users and the occasional technical problem. The company is now working on an ‘AI Window’ for Firefox as the next big integration, which it promises will be “our most intelligent and personalized experience yet.”

I must have installed Windows XP on computers at least a hundred times in my life, and probably quite a bit more than that. While it was still a supported OS, it was as easy as booting from a disc (remember those?) and clicking a few options.

Visual Studio Code version 1.106 has officially released. This version comes with a focus on AI integration, a significant refresh of the user interface, and making the integrated terminal smarter than ever before, so it's a pretty thick update for everyone.

The Vivaldi web browser is already a compelling alternative to Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox, and now it's getting even better with upgraded tab synchronization. There are also some helpful changes to the new tab page, performance controls, and the built-in mail client.