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If you have been seeing the infuriating "This content isn't available, try again later" error on YouTube recently, you are certainly not alone. It looks like this widespread issue may be the platform's newest, more aggressive attempt to break ad-blocking extensions.

Stellantis just hit the eject button on hybrids in the U.S., pulling every plug-in from its lineup—including the Wrangler 4xe and the Pacifica—in one clean sweep. That move basically wiped out the plug-in minivan conversation overnight.

While I have a 60TB server sitting next to my desk, I actually keep my backups in the cloud. I know that might sound counterintuitive, but let me explain why I choose cloud-based backups instead of local-first approaches.

Time flies when there’s so much good stuff to binge. I mean, can you believe it’s almost the end of January? I can’t. I blinked, and it was here, and that’s largely due to my obsessive binges with some of Amazon Prime Video’s best TV shows. This weekend, I've got some must-see recommendations for you.

Do you have any old, outdated gas-powered tools you'd like to give a new lease on life? If so, Makita has a neat new product you'll absolutely love. Makita is launching a 40V max XGT electric motor unit, which is a 25 to 50cc gas engine replacement electric motor you can drop in, bolt on, and go.

So you’ve decided to take your first steps towards building a smart home. The biggest hurdle ahead of you is deciding which platform you should use, and this likely depends on a few factors, like which ecosystems you’re already familiar with and comfortable using.

Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet service, has changed a lot since it launched, including introducing the Starlink Mini alongside more affordable options. However, it looks like one of its best plans, the $10 Roam 10GB, is being discontinued.

German SUVs are often praised for luxury and performance, but reliability isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind, especially for smaller models. That makes this compact German SUV’s track record all the more surprising. Despite its premium badge and spirited driving dynamics, it consistently delivers dependable performance and lower-than-expected maintenance costs, setting it apart in a segment where reliability varies widely.

Raspberry Pi devices are popular among retro enthusiasts looking to emulate old computers and consoles, but this usually only goes as far as software. What you might not have considered is that the Raspberry Pi can also play a role in reviving old hardware.

That (probably) familiar connector you see up there is known as a "Molex" connector, and modern power supplies and computer peripherals rarely of ever still have this type of power connector—and for good reason.

Google is making a significant change to how you manage your email accounts. The company announced it will be ending support for two long-standing features, Gmailify and the traditional POP fetching method, starting this month.

Verizon recently suffered a significant outage that left millions across the US without calls, texts, or internet for an entire day. This was a huge hit, restricting friends’ and families’ ability to communicate and forcing some businesses to shut down for the day. What can you do to protect yourself from the next time a mobile network goes down?

I've been using computers since before they had hard drives, and over the last thirty-odd years things have advanced at a breakneck speed. These days almost everything works as intended, but that has been very far from the reality for most of my personal computing history. Here's some of the weird stuff I used to do with my computers.

NASes are not for everyone. They can be expensive, and oftentimes, they provide features that, frankly, a lot of people don't need. A NAS is what you get when you want your own cloud storage of sorts, but if you don't need the cloud part, a DAS can be a better option.

I hate buying USB adapters because I vividly remember the days when they’d come free with every smartphone or USB-powered device. Though it’s not free, IKEA’s new USB-C adapter offers fast charging at the unbeatable price of $4.

The Servo project developers have announced the release of version 0.0.4 of its Servo browser engine, bringing with it some crucial upgrades in the long-term goal of supporting a full browser experience.

Compact crossovers have become the go-to choice for millions of drivers, thanks to their practicality, fuel efficiency, and low hassle. But with so many options on the market, a lot of them start to feel samey—comfortable and tech-packed, but not exactly exciting to drive.

The January weekends are already flying by. If you have a few hours to spare, here are some Home Assistant projects you could try, from creating your own weather display to making your smart home easier for guests to use.

While Pixel phones may not be able to compete with Samsung Galaxy phones in sheer number of features, they do have some powerful exclusives. One example is the excellent Scam Detection feature, but it may not be exclusive for much longer.

I've tried many different AI coding tools both in my job and for personal projects. GitHub Copilot is the most recent addition to my toolbox. While it can be great for productivity sometimes, I've faced so many woes that I feel it does more harm than good.