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Please stop buying portable SSDs based on the speed on the box

Sun, 01/04/2026 - 23:00

Over the years I've had to buy numerous external SSDs for myself, and my wife, who is a video professional. You'd think that one external SSD is pretty much like the next, but as I've learned the hard way, there's more to it than just picking the fastest or the cheapest drive.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Don’t buy regular earbuds, get gaming earbuds instead

Sun, 01/04/2026 - 20:00

Wireless earbuds are the greatest thing since sliced bread. They’re a compact audio solution that lets you listen to music, block outside noise, hold meetings, and so much more. Unfortunately, they have one fatal flaw that makes them fall short for gaming—latency.

Categories: IT General, Technology

6 practical uses for the lspci command on Linux

Sun, 01/04/2026 - 19:00

Are you experiencing hardware issues on your Linux device? Or maybe you're just curious about what information you can gather using terminal commands? You should try these lspci command examples.

Categories: IT General, Technology

Belkin's latest USB-C hub has a monitor privacy button

Sun, 01/04/2026 - 19:00

There are a ton of USB Type-C hubs that all have similar ports and designs, but Belkin just introduced another one at CES 2026 with a more uncommon feature. It has a one-click privacy button to shut off external monitors, which is handy for shared workspaces or presentations.

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Belkin's new magnetic power bank has a kickstand and LED screen

Sun, 01/04/2026 - 19:00

MagSafe and magnetic Qi portable batteries can be a great alternative to larger portable batteries, and now Belkin has revealed one at CES 2026. The new UltraCharge Pro can snap onto your phone for a battery boost, while also providing a convenient kickstand and charging your other devices.

Categories: IT General, Technology

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