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AutoHotkey (AHK) is a powerful automation tool that can transform the way you interact with Windows. With simple scripts, you can fix some of Windows' annoying limitations by adding missing features. This guide showcases practical examples of how I do that.

If you're looking to stream horror, Shudder is one of the best services to satisfy that hunger. Everything a horror fan could want is here, whether you love supernatural frights or gruesome slashers. Even old folks like me can get all nostalgic with TV horror host Joe Bob Briggs returning for live-streaming events.

Copying data from an image into a Google Sheets file manually can be time-consuming and increases the chances of typos. Luckily, you can extract the information into your spreadsheet in just a few simple steps using the Optical Character Recognition (OCR) tool in Google Drive. Here's how.

GameSir is best known for its excellent mobile controllers, and to a lesser extent, its Xbox-style gamepads. When the company released the Cyclone 2, a feature-packed controller for PC, mobile, and Switch, I knew I had to get it. Now that it’s 20% off for Prime Day, it’s the perfect time to grab one yourself.

The 50-inch Amazon Fire 4K smart TV is now on sale for $260 on Amazon. This is a drop of 35% off its original price of $400, and is a very cheap way to get a 4K smart TV into your home. The size isn't bad either, as some bargain TVs are more expensive than this.

There are relatively few people in the world who are as invested in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series as I am. I love this device, and while there are enhancements I’d like to see, the Z Fold 7 has sadly taken away from me more than it offers.

The Beats Solo Buds are now available at their lowest price ever, just $50 on Amazon. This is a big 38% discount off the original price of $80, which is already really cheap for such a big brand. However, you should jump on this quickly since it might just be a deal for Prime Day.

Samsung just revealed its newest lineup of smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and Watch 8 Ultra. For multiple reasons, they don't seem to be a home run, but one feature in particular is a massive step backward.

Are you tempted to just buy the most expensive components for your PC because “they must be the best?” Well, that’s not always the case. There are certain upgrades and purchases that you should prioritize when building a desktop—so don’t spend money in the wrong places when building your next gaming PC.

Do you want to use Linux but feel worried that your favorite apps won’t work? Well, you’re not alone, as Linux’s app gap is one of the biggest concerns for new users. Thankfully, it’s a solvable problem. Here’s how I get all the software I need on Linux.

Gaming has been an expensive hobby for a long time, but recently it’s begun trending toward downright unaffordable. That’s why I love 8BitDo’s budget-friendly controllers that punch well above their weight, like its flagship Ultimate 2 line that’s on sale for Prime Day 2025.

A few years ago, I reviewed a Netgear router with Wi-Fi 6E capabilities and gave it 9 stars out of 10, recommending it to just about anyone looking to upgrade. Now, for Prime Day, it's an eye-catching 50% off its MSRP.

The PlayStation 5 is an impressive gaming console that delivers excellent performance out of the box. However, you can enhance your gaming experience by pairing it with some of the best PS5 accessories on the market.

Micro-dramas are the big new thing in streaming content. These short, mobile-first videos are built for the attention economy and are already raking in vast amounts of money. If you haven't heard about them yet, rest assured, you will soon. Here's the lowdown on what you need to know.

Dexter is alive! Unless you’ve been living under a rock and missed both Original Sin and the trailers for Resurrection, you probably already know that. Before you start streaming the show premiering on July 11, here’s a quick recap of everything that’s happened so far and what to expect in Resurrection.

Shopping for a new ride in 2025? Whether you're eyeing a gas-powered car, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or full EV, there are solid choices across the board, but plug-in hybrids might be the sweet spot.

It might be time to see if your flash drives are still working or work with your modern tech. If not, this week is the perfect time to pick up a new one.

The world may not have asked for a 500-watt desktop charger, but Ugreen made one anyway. The Ugreen Nexode 500W 6-Port GaN Desktop Fast Charger may be overkill for most, but it’s the power brick you want for fast-charging multiple go-to tech devices.

We like budget GPUs, and that seems to be one of the things AMD is focusing on these days. Now, evidence has surfaced that yet another AMD budget GPU might be coming, and this one might be a bit on the older side.

If you’re thinking of spinning up a Plex library, let me save you a few headaches. I’ve been running my own media server for the better part of a decade, and, over the years, I’ve learned a lot of things that you shouldn’t do.