How-To Geek
Jackery’s Explorer 240D Is a Compact Power Station Perfect for Adventures
Jackery just launched another portable power station for those looking for on-the-go power, only this one is more of a large power bank in an ultra-compact form factor. The all-new Jackery Explorer 240D is a 200W (256Wh) designed to go wherever life takes you.
The Best VPN Services of 2025
It can be tricky to decide which VPN service is best for you and your needs. Whether you need to keep your connection private, make your online gaming more stable, or access Netflix from another country, we have the best VPN for you.
The Google Home Web App Finally Has Device Controls
Smart homes are supposed to be about convenience, but that doesn’t work if you can only control things from specific devices. You've got the app on your phone, maybe a smart display or speaker, but what about when you're sitting at your computer and just want to quickly turn a light on or off? Google is finally making this possible.
Foam Ear Tips Are a Trendy Upgrade, but Do They Really Make Your Earbuds Better?
One of Apple’s touted big improvements in the AirPods Pro 3 is the inclusion of a foam layer in the ear tips, but this technology is nothing new. Foam ear tips have been available for years, and some people swear by them.
This 15.6-inch HP Gaming Laptop Is $450 Off Today
Right now, the HP Victus 15.6-inch gaming laptop is available for a massive $450 discount, dropping the price to just $600 at Walmart from its usual price of $1,050. This is an excellent value for a gaming laptop that is perfect for PC gamers who also have work or school in mind.
I Tried Using a Linux VM as My Desktop Computer, Here's What Went Wrong
Before buying a Mac and switching full-time to Apple’s platform, I had already deserted Windows for Linux. To this day, I’ve always got at least one Linux distro ready to go on my Mac in a virtual machine, for work and to satisfy my curiosity.
Corsair's Latest PC Case Is Almost All Glass
There are tons of different PC case designs out there, from big ones to small ones and everything in between. This one, however, is probably among the most unique ones I've seen to date.
OBS Studio 32 Has Arrived: Here's What's New
OBS Studio is one of the most popular ways to broadcast a livestream or record your screen, and a new major update is rolling out. OBS Studio 32 is now available with a new default video recording option, improvements for RTX graphics cards, better plugin management, and more.
8 of My Favorite Comfort Movies for Rainy Days
With the fall months upon us and the weather starting to do more questionable things, you might be thinking a bit more about staying inside. Here are some of my comfort films that I’ve seen many, many times, and found their vibe just perfectly complements a cold or rainy day.
How to Edit Environment Variables on Windows 10 or 11
Editing your PC's environment variables can save you time in Command Prompt and make your scripts more concise. It also lets you customize where Windows stores certain files. This is what you need to know about getting started adding, editing, or removing entries from your Environment Variables on Windows.
You Can Now Tell Google Photos How to Edit a Photo for You
Learning the ins and outs of editing can help you transform good photos into great photos, but not everyone has spent the time gathering those skills. Google is always trying to make it easier for people to make their photos shine, and now there’s a new conversational way to do it.
The Used Hybrid Under $30K That Stands Out for Safety and Efficiency
The Toyota Prius might not be the flashiest car on the lot, but it’s still a big deal for Toyota. Over the years, it’s built a reputation for being super efficient, affordable, and safe—all without fuss.
Uber Has a Way to Make Repeat Rides Cheaper
Uber has just announced a new feature called Prepaid Pass, which is a new way for you to save money on your regular rides by paying for them upfront. This is a much cheaper alternative because it is a flat rate, instead of being affected by other factors.
Everything You Need to Know About Spartacus: House of Ashur
There's no need to worry about keeping warm this winter—Starz plans to add some steamy heat to the season with its resurrection of the hit gladiator series Spartacus.
The Terminal Is the Last Place You Can Work In Peace. Here's How to Set it Up
Believe it or not, you can transform a Linux terminal or even a WSL box inside Windows into a fully capable workspace. It’s an entirely command-line-based suite where you can track your tasks, time sheets, mark appointments and events in a calendar, and write or take notes. Here’s how you can install and use it.
Get the Razer Viper V2 Pro Gaming Mouse for 37% Off Today
The Razer Viper V2 Pro is a gaming mouse that has hit its lowest price ever, making it a deal that is too good to pass up. Right now, you can get it for just $63 on Amazon, which is a massive 37% discount from its normal $100 price.
Why I Use This $20 Classic Casio Watch Instead of a Smartwatch
While smartwatches are taking their places on the wrists of more people, I'm content to stay with a classic Casio design, the F-91W. Here's why it will take more than some fancy features to pry it off my arm.
AdGuard’s New Filtering Engine Catches a Lot More Ads
AdGuard has just released extension v5.2.77, and this marks the first time the 5.2 version has been made available to the public. It has a completely redesigned interface and an overhaul of how the extension handles filtering.
I Thought Google Photos Ruined the Editor, But it Won Me Over
This year marked Google Photos' 10th birthday, and to celebrate, a redesign was announced. The most noticeable changes appeared in the editor, and after initially being very against this change, it's really grown on me over time.
Apple's New iPhones Are Having Connectivity Problems
Apple's new range of iPhones includes many changes, but among them, we have the inclusion of the N1 chip—while cellular is still outsourced, Apple is doing its own chip for all other connectivity, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Sadly, it looks like early adopters are having trouble with it.


