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Not every discontinued app was a failure. Some of them worked exactly the way they were supposed to. They were fast, focused, and dependable. People built habits around them. They slipped into daily routines naturally and just did their job. Then one day they were gone.

Are you trying to figure out if it's worth it to buy a premium NAS? What if I told you the hardware was mostly the same across most units, and there was only one main difference between most brands? Here's why you shouldn't focus on NAS hardware, and instead should focus on the OS.

Everybody knows that one of the simplest ways to keep an Android phone feeling fresh is to factory reset it. What puts people off is the fear that it'll take ages and you might lose your data in the process. So when I was left with no choice but to reset my Pixel recently, I was surprised to find that it wasn't nearly as bad as I remembered.

The Nvidia Shield TV is one of the best Android product lines in history, including phones. That’s why people are still using models that are nearly a decade old. However, keeping a device running smoothly for that long requires some upkeep.

Are you tired of Arch-based distros that are just reskins with slightly different system defaults? Are you looking for a distro that actually tackles a real pain point the average user can’t solve on their own? Well, here are three Arch distros that genuinely solve real problems.

Zigbee2MQTT is one of the most popular ways to enable Zigbee devices to communicate with Home Assistant. When Zigbee2MQTT is working well, you mostly won't even notice it's there, but if it stops working, your Zigbee devices effectively disappear from Home Assistant. Running Zigbee2MQTT on a separate device from your Home Assistant server can solve a number of common issues.

I really want to use wireless CarPlay, but my 2018 Chrysler Pacifica doesn’t offer that—it only has wired CarPlay. Over the years, I’ve tried multiple wireless CarPlay adapters, and I always go back to a wired connection at the end of the day.

There are tons of Linux distros out there, but one that's been around for a while, offers a unique experience, and doesn't get much coverage is Q4OS. So what is this four-character operating system, and is it worth trying?

HBO Max is taking us for quite an exciting ride in March. Not only is the streamer dropping a slew of hit movies from the past on us, but it’s also presenting us with some appetizing debuts of new series, films, and documentaries, one of which feels like a giant belated Valentine’s Day present for Big Lebowski fans.

The Scream franchise is not only a champion of the slasher subgenre but also stands as one of the pivotal horror franchises of all time. Centered on killers slaughtering teens in the now-iconic Ghostface mask, the franchise is smart and rewarding to longtime horror fans while also acting as the perfect entry point to the genre for newcomers across three decades. And 30 years after her first encounter with the Ghostface Killer, Neve Campbell's Sidney Prescott must take everything she's learned to protect her family in Scream 7.

The needs of home networks have changed a lot since the early days of home LANs. I often walk into the homes of people I visit only to see an absolutely ancient router, or a generic model that came from the ISP and hasn't been touched since.

The Lincoln Navigator underwent a full redesign for the 2025 model year, entering its fifth generation. Among the new features was something called Lincoln Rejuvenate, which makes the Navigator a “spa on wheels.”

If you've considered learning Python but didn't follow because you weren't planning to get into development, then it's time to rethink. Python has diverse applications, fun experiments to personal use cases. Here are all the reasons to start learning today.

Toyota vehicles have long been known for commanding higher resale prices than most of their competitors, often retaining thousands more in value after several years of ownership. While many assume this advantage comes purely from brand loyalty or reputation, the real explanation runs much deeper. Behind Toyota’s strong resale performance is a carefully built foundation of engineering consistency, long-term durability, and buyer trust that few automakers have managed to replicate.

Hollywood has always had the power, the money, the talent, and the drive to bring the ideas of the world's greatest storytellers to life. But what it has often lacked is the restraint to get the hell out of the way and let those visionaries do their jobs.

Following months of rumors and leaks, Samsung has officially revealed the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. They seem like great upgrades for anyone with an older phone, but if you have an S24 or S25, you can probably sit this one out.

The question of how to make hard drives faster has always been a challenge for hard drive makers. Yet we've never figured out how to.

Ryobi makes hundreds of tools and accessories perfect for homeowners and professionals alike. With the warm summer months quickly approaching and DIY projects stacking up, you're probably ready to get to work. One tool you probably haven't thought about buying but should is a Ryobi clamp fan or misting fan.

Home Assistant is fantastic on its own, but with one open-source project and about 10 minutes, you can bring the convenience of the Home Assistant app right to your Linux desktop.

The vinyl revival is still going strong, with a niche but loyal following of audiophiles and a new younger cohort that are just looking for a more meaningful, tactile alternative to a world where music is only accessed via streaming.