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If you own a Windows PC or laptop, you’ve probably been told to avoid BIOS updates unless something is wrong, likely to prevent a catastrophic issue like bricking your motherboard. However, with security, performance, and compatibility all at stake, I think they're essential for all machines.

Today, you can grab a WD Black 2TB SSD for a surprisingly low price of just $130 on Amazon. This is a massive 32% discount from its normal list price of $190, making it an excellent value for anyone looking to upgrade their PC.

Earlier today, Google announced the Pixel 10 series and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. However, a Pixel phone is more about software than hardware, and this year, Google is introducing a new app. It's called the Pixel Journal, and it wants to be your digital diary (with the help of AI, of course).

It’s time for another edition of Windows Wednesday, where we round up all the new features and changes that Microsoft is testing across Windows 10 and 11 PCs. Here’s everything Microsoft rolled out in Windows this week.

The PlayStation 5 is getting more expensive. On August 21st, the PS5's suggested retail pricing will leap to $550—a full $50 increase over the original launch price. Digital and Pro versions of the PS5 will also receive a $50 price hike.

Shopping for your first car in can feel like scrolling through a never-ending menu—everything looks tempting, but you have no idea what’s actually good. SUVs dominate the lots, EVs are dropping in price (but not exactly “budget-friendly”), and the used market still hasn’t fully recovered from its wild ride.

It’s almost impossible for modern games to keep secrets from their players. Thanks to leaks and online chatter, players know just about everything about a video game before it comes out, and what they don’t know can be explained by countless YouTube videos that come out within a day or two of release.

Looking to save some cash and get the best tech gadgets at the best prices, we have you covered. This week, you can score big savings on a UGREEN NAS, Blink Outdoor Security cameras, or a big 75-inch 4K TV just in time for football season. Here's a roundup of our favorite deals for the week of August 27th-23rd.

Look, if a series includes swords, sandals, scandals, and a large amount of bloody action, I’m bingeing it, multiple times. I love a good historical fiction series, but with so many excellent options out there, it's hard to pick a favorite. I will tell you, though, that Starz Original Spartacus is one of my top five. I was sad when it ended—I missed its scandalous intrigue and all that gladiator action. You can imagine, then, how excited I was when Starz announced a spinoff, set to air this winter.

I was tired of giving Adobe hundreds (thousands?) of dollars every year. I’ve lost track of how much money I’ve given to them over the years, and I finally had enough of it. So I decided it was time to get out of Adobe’s ecosystem and replace Photoshop and Lightroom with something else on my Mac.

For users seeking a high-performance portable monitor, the Arzopa Z3FC portable monitor offers a unique combination of speed, sharpness, and style. Designed for gamers, professionals, and digital creatives, it delivers flagship-level specifications including a 180Hz refresh rate, 2.5K resolution, and premium build quality—features that are uncommon at this price point.

With movie budgets increasing, how much money is spent on making a movie these days is impressive. Studios will shell out hundreds of millions of dollars in hopes of the next big summer blockbuster or Christmas hit. If they fail, however, that loss can make one question how a studio handles its cash.

Nowadays, SUVs are doing things they shouldn't be doing. Not just carting the kids around but outperforming sports car models, while 'easily' setting Nürburgring lap records. All while hardly breaking a sweat. The sheer size, high center of gravity, awkwardness, and dimensions that practicality and utility dictate mean that some models are living in a world where physics is being side-stepped shamelessly.

The Document Foundation, the organization behind the popular open source office suite LibreOffice, has announced the release of LibreOffice 25.8. It brings several new functions for those working in spreadsheets, and it's the first major release not to support Windows 7 and a few other outdated operating systems.

In this highly connected world, it’s getting harder to keep private things private. Every text or email we send is out there for bad actors, government agencies, and even the company that you pay for services to scoop up. They don’t just want your name and number, they want as much data as they can get their hands on, so they can identify patterns that can be sold or otherwise exploited.

The Ohsnap Desk Power Kit is a fantastic way to score three useful phone accessories for one decent price. Some parts of my user experience were better than others, but overall, I can see this combo as a worthwhile addition to most desks or workstations.

You need to keep your data encrypted, both on your devices and in the cloud. But, you're putting it at risk if you don't have a backup.

Truth be told, Google Chrome gets a bad rap for being a memory hog and all whatnot. But even with its flaws, it still gets a lot of other things right. For me, Chrome isn’t just where I type in a URL, it’s where my work, research, shopping, and random 2 a.m. curiosity all come together in one place.

Are you using KDE Plasma but feel like you're only scratching the surface? Wondering what productivity gems might be hiding in plain sight? Well, let me share five secret features that'll transform how you use your KDE Plasma desktop.

Walton Goggins is one of my favorite actors of this century. Through his authentic Southern drawl and indelible charm, his inherent talent emanates, ultimately nestling itself in the sweet spot of balancing comedy with drama while pushing the boundaries. That’s why Goggins is arguably the best character actor on television. Plus, he gives the best facial expressions in television history.