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Affordable Japanese hybrid that delivers 50 mpg and it's not a Prius

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 21:00

Shoppers hunting for maximum fuel savings in 2025 don’t have to spend luxury-car money to get it. While hybrid technology keeps advancing, a few models still stand out for delivering exceptional efficiency at an attainable price point. And among today’s Japanese hybrids, one in particular has become a go-to choice for buyers who want genuine 50-MPG performance without sacrificing comfort or practicality.

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Uber One adds family sharing just in time for the holidays

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 20:20

Uber One members can now share their subscription benefits with their family at no extra charge, just in time for the busy holiday travel season. Uber is rolling this out alongside a wave of seasonal perks, including complimentary ride upgrades and exclusive deals.

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7 monitor specs that are officially too old in 2025

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 19:30

We don't often think of our monitors as something that holds the rest of our computer back, but your monitor is the component you use as a window into your computer. It's one of the peripherals you spend the most time using, by far. So when certain specs and missing features start limiting what your PC can offer you, whether for work or play, then it's probably time to start looking for a new screen as your most important upgrade.

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Facebook doesn’t make you use your real name anymore in Groups

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 19:00

Before Facebook exploded in popularity, it wasn’t super common to use your real, legal name on social media. Now, Meta is taking a tiny step in the opposite direction and attempting to make Facebook Groups a bit more like forums.

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My PC was painfully slow until I fixed this one SSD problem

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 18:00

I've dealt with some slow PCs in my life. At an old job a decade ago, the PCs were so slow that you could quite literally boot the PC, go away for 20 minutes, and come back with it finally ready to be used. But these days, SSDs have thankfully largely eradicated that sluggishness. That is why I instantly knew something was wrong when a 'new' computer was taking forever to reach the desktop.

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Chrome on Android is finally getting this desktop feature

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 17:58

Have you ever wished that Google Chrome on Android worked a bit more like the desktop variant? If so, you're not alone. This week, and several years later than expected, Google is rolling out a feature that lets you pin tabs in Chrome for Android, keeping the browser tabs you want front and center.

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1Password finally fixes its most frustrating browser limitation

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 17:45

1Password is rolling out a fix for the inability to handle multiple in-page notifications. After eight years, the the in-page notification system for the browser system was starting to show its age as new features and capabilities were built into the software.

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Setting up an LTE smartwatch was more trouble than I thought

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 17:31

I’ve tried wearing a smartwatch on and off over the years, but only recently have I tried my first LTE model. Unfortunately, actually getting my watch connected to LTE service was a bigger pain than I expected.

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The EV brand most avoided by drivers

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 17:27

Consumer choices aren’t always straightforward. What people like—or don’t like—can be influenced by everything from marketing campaigns and celebrity endorsements to a brand’s reputation for quality.

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Microsoft wants to make the File Explorer faster with this trick

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 17:20

Microsoft is making some more changes to File Explorer in Windows 11. Thankfully, it's a break from the trend of shoving AI everywhere, and focuses on performance and usability improvements that most people will probably appreciate.

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Plex Pass is 40% off for Black Friday

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 17:13

Plex is a great way to organize and stream your own media library, and Plex Pass gives you access to features like hardware transcoding, downloads, and remote streaming. Now is the best time of the year to upgrade to Plex Pass, as Plex's annual Black Friday discounts are finally live.

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4 genuinely good Netflix movies to watch this week (November 24 - 30)

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 16:39

It's Thanksgiving week, which means it's a perfect time to watch some movies on Netflix. There's nothing better than sitting back and putting on a good flick after a hectic day, whether you've been entertaining guests or eating too much food. The tricky part is deciding what to watch.

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Japanese crossover outperforms all competitors in reliability

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 16:30

The 2026 Lexus NX is turning heads—and numbers. Not only is it the best-selling luxury crossover of 2025, but it also claims the runner-up spot for all luxury vehicles, just behind its bigger sibling, the Lexus RX. So, what’s driving all this hype?

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Please stop using your monitor as a USB hub

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 16:15

Having USB ports built directly into your monitor is awesome. They’re in a convenient spot, making it easier to plug in things near the monitor, like light bars or frequently used USB devices such as controllers and flash drives. However, most people aren’t aware of the limitations of monitor USB ports and think they can use them like any other USB port.

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Best value SUVs under $40,000 you can buy in 2025

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 14:15

Finding a well-rounded SUV under $40,000 in 2025 is easier said than done. Prices keep climbing, feature lists vary wildly, and true long-term value isn’t always obvious on the spec sheet. Yet with the right research, buyers can still land a model that offers strong performance, solid reliability, and meaningful everyday practicality, without straining their budget.

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8 classic Windows screensavers from the 1990s you can still use today

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 13:30

The 1990s were the heyday of Windows screensavers. Back then, Windows was teeming with brilliant screensavers that kept CRT monitors of the time in good working order. Today, screensavers are largely forgotten, but many classic ones still work on modern Windows PCs.

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3 quick steps to prepare your Netflix account for Thanksgiving guests

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 13:00

It's Thanksgiving week in the US. If you're hosting friends and family, hopefully you've already got the food planned. However, one thing you may have overlooked is the entertainment.

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8 Linux shell tricks that completely change how commands work

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 12:30

The shell is the unsung hero of your Linux experience. Sitting between you and the programs your operating system runs, the shell is a user interface and a programming language rolled into one.

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Why a portable Linux install is my favorite troubleshooting tool

Mon, 11/24/2025 - 00:00

Computers are everywhere, and unfortunately, they're not quite as reliable as I'd like, given how integral they are to our day-to-day lives. I always carry a portable Linux installation on a flash drive because it gives me ways to troubleshoot almost any computer I encounter—even if the hard drive is completely dead.

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I bought a VR headset for productivity, not games

Sun, 11/23/2025 - 22:00

Galaxy XR is the most expensive computer I’ve ever purchased, but it felt justifiable—not as a gaming machine, but for work. I wanted this headset not just because I write about Android, but because it’s the kind of workspace I can easily see myself writing in.

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