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People are traveling more and more. According to UN Tourism (World Tourism Barometer), in 2024, more than 1.4 billion people traveled abroad, almost as many as before the pandemic. Those who are vacationing to relax and freelancers are among them. However, with the revival of tourism, the risks of falling prey to fraudsters while traveling have made a comeback, too.

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade takes the brand’s largest SUV to the next level with a hybrid setup that boosts both performance and efficiency. It’s not just about horsepower or fuel numbers, but about a ride that feels smoother, quieter, and more responsive in everyday driving.

Although Android still receives major updates every year, they’re nowhere near as transformative as those from the early days of the OS. One of the biggest milestones was Android Lollipop, which began rolling out via OTA updates on November 12, 2014. Let’s take a look at everything that made this update so special.

With so many menus to dig through, getting a document to look decent in Microsoft Word can feel like a chore. I used to find formatting tedious, but after learning a few features and shortcuts, it became effortless. If formatting feels like a struggle, here’s how to do it faster and with less effort.

I am mainly a Linux user, but sometimes I have to return to Windows for work or gaming. Whenever I do, I notice that Windows hasn’t evolved in any meaningful way since I first used it. Compared to Linux, it feels like it’s stuck in time. Let me explain what I mean.

I’m not the only person concerned about my data being exploited in the hands of data-broker sites. Incogni seeks to give users an easy way to remove said data from over 420 public and private data brokers. I found the service useful, but not without its weak points.

The X-Files was how I learned what a "conspiracy theory" was, as I sat glued to the screen in the '90s as a child who probably shouldn't have been watching this show at all. Yet, even to my young and un-jaded eyes, it was clear that this was a much more premium bit of programming than the alternatives at the time.

There are lots of gadgets that have the word "Pro" tacked onto the end of their name, especially phones and tablets, which is fine, I guess. However, when it comes to laptops "professional" used to mean something, and modern "pro" laptops don't live up to the spirit of that meaning.

The big concern with internet-connected smart home devices is that they could be turned off one day. That’s exactly what happened last month to the 1st and 2nd gen Nest Thermostat. Google pulled the plug, stripping these otherwise perfectly functional devices of their original functionality. Thankfully, the open source community has once again come through with a workaround.

Apple announced its M5 processor and the products it features with a whimper rather than a bang, which would lead the casual observer to think this is just another iterative improvement.

One of the things PC users enjoy most about their platform is the ability to upgrade components to keep up with the demands of the latest software titles, or to improve work-related computing jobs.

Luxury SUVs are often associated with steep repair bills and costly maintenance, but not all of them fit that stereotype. In fact, a growing number of premium models combine upscale comfort with dependability, proving that owning luxury doesn’t have to drain your bank account.

Microsoft just dropped an emergency out-of-band update, KB5071959, to fix a critical bug that was preventing Windows 10 users from enrolling in the paid Extended Security Updates or ESU program. This is a big deal because Windows 10 officially hit its end-of-support date on October 14, 2025.

It’s that time again: Google is dropping a fresh update for Pixel phones. Get ready for some image editing tools in Google Messages, more organized notifications, and a new way to squeeze more juice out of your battery when you need it most.

A good VPN doesn't have to cost much. If you buy at the right time, or know where to find the best deals, you can sign up for some of the best VPN providers at a fraction of their headline prices. Here's how to avoid overpaying and to find the VPN that fits your needs.

AMD's latest and greatest thing is still Zen 5. They launched late last year and still provide amazing performance, even as Intel goes through with the launch of its own latest Series 3 chips. That doesn't mean that AMD isn't working on what's next after this. Not only is it already hard at work with that, but it's also working on what's next after that.

I use Jellyfin to watch TV shows, and while some series' introductory credits I love to watch every time, others really try my patience. That's why I decided to add the "Skip Intro" button I've seen on other streaming platforms but was missing from my Jellyfin server.

Paramount Plus is hitting its US subscribers with another price hike, which is set to kick in early in 2026. This is the big news coming out of the company’s recent Q3 2025 earnings report, and if you’re not a subscriber, you’ll probably want to get in before prices rise.

Movies come and go from Netflix regularly, but the service doesn't do a great job at alerting you when something is on the way out. If you've built a watchlist and have anything on there that isn't a Netflix original, it's best to watch it sooner rather than later.

Samsung just announced its new Vision AI Companion platform. This is transforming the familiar TV screens from passive viewing devices into a connected, conversational hub for the entire household. Users will be able to communicate with their televisions with just conversational dialogue.