How-To Geek

A decent portable monitor costs anywhere from $100 to $200—more if you want touchscreen support. So if you already have an old tablet lying around, why not turn it into a portable monitor instead? A free app called Spacedesk can turn almost any iPad or Android tablet into a true second display for your Windows PC—not just a mirrored screen, but a fully extended monitor you can drag windows onto. Here’s a detailed guide on how it works.

In 2025, Plex announced that it was putting remote streaming behind a subscription, and the rollout is still ongoing. While it feels like a betrayal for many users who had previously been using the feature for free, the change isn't as unreasonable as it seems.

Your VPN is probably leaking information without you knowing. From the domain names you visit to your real identity, if you use a VPN for privacy, you're going to want to read this one.

Bambu Lab is very particular about its slicer, to the point where cloud connectivity must be disabled if you want to use something other than Bambu Studio. Despite the obvious concerns this limitation raises, Bambu Studio isn’t a bad choice.

Two years ago, I replaced my laptop with an Android-based desktop, and for most of the time since, I've used Samsung DeX whenever I needed to do something the internal screen on my Galaxy Z Fold 6 couldn't handle. That worked out surprisingly well for me, but I've since decided to fall back into the familiar arms of Linux regardless, and Samsung isn't entirely to blame.

Sometimes, when you're scrolling through Paramount+'s movies looking for something to watch, the algorithm gods just drop all the right things on you. I was trying to line up a handful of movies to watch throughout the work week, and this mix, streaming for U.S. subscribers, just might do the trick.

When people start shopping for a reliable compact car, they usually end up looking at the same names over and over again. The Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Mazda3 tend to dominate the conversation, while Subaru quietly gets ignored in the background.

Looking for a good movie to watch this week? So far, nothing seems to be unseating the Charlize Theron thriller Apex from the top spot in the Netflix Top 10 movie rankings in the U.S., but one cute and cuddly animated surprise might be the one to do it, and it's on this week's list of movies subscribers should add to their watch lists.

After more than a year of promises, end-to-end encrypted RCS (Rich Communication Services) messages are finally available on both Android and iPhone users as part of a beta. The move locks down chats no matter which platform you're on, although you'll need to meet certain conditions.

Get ready for more Jack Reacher at Amazon. On Monday, Prime Video announced that Reacher, one of the service's most popular shows, has been renewed for season 5. The news was announced ahead of Amazon’s upfront presentation.

Luxury EVs are getting absurdly expensive. It’s becoming increasingly common to see compact electric crossovers push past the $80,000 mark once options are added, all while offering compromises in range, practicality, or driving feel. Badge appeal still carries a lot of weight in this segment, but buyers are beginning to ask a pretty reasonable question: how much are you actually getting for the money?

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued Netflix over claims it not only spies on you by collecting data without your permission but has also designed its service to keep you hooked — and your kids.

Many Android phones now promise five, six, or even seven years of major software updates, which is great. If you're spending $1,000 on a phone, it's fair to expect it to last more than half a decade—especially now that performance and camera quality have largely plateaued.

Buying a new Wi-Fi router is equal parts exciting and frustrating. On the one hand, you're upgrading your network with better speeds, improved Wi-Fi stability, and more range. However, before you can access these improvements, you'll be stuck reconnecting every device in your home. But what if I told you that you could skip most of that hassle by simply reusing the same network name and password as I do?

Who’s up for some chills, thrills, and—more than likely—popcorn spills? There’s a unique thrill to be had when settling in for a chilling movie, and I’m not just talking about jump scares. A good chilling movie taps into something deeper to play on our fears, anxieties, and the unknown. They draw us into worlds where the tension continues to build and the unease never fully fades, and that's why we love them.

Toyota’s redesigned 2026 RAV4 Hybrid is already shaping up to be one of the hottest SUVs of the year. Between the new styling, upgraded tech, and Toyota’s hybrid reputation, it’s easy to see why buyers are piling in early.

The streaming services are loading up on their libraries with movies. Last week, the biggest additions were Send Help, a twisty thriller starring Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien, on Hulu and Remarkably Bright Creatures, a charming drama with Sally Field and Lewis Pullman, on Netflix.

Many modern routers give you the option to create more than one Wi-Fi network, such as a main network and a guest network. The most obvious reason to do so is for security, but that's not the only reason why I run two Wi-Fi networks in my home.

Microsoft is concerned enough about the MacBook Neo that it has commissioned a white paper to put Windows 11 PCs in a better light. While the study does raise some valid points, there are also concerns about its methods — and what it says about Microsoft's fears about Apple.

At some point, every productivity system runs into the same wall—it only works if you remember to check it. Notion doesn’t yell at you, Asana doesn’t follow you around, and your calendar reminders are easy to dismiss.