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Few laptop makers are doing things as exciting as Framework and its modular devices. This week, the company announced a new desktop and an affordable 2-in-1 laptop with a touchscreen. Yes, the Framework Laptop 12 will be just like its larger modular siblings, but it will be more budget-friendly and portable.

Your phone bill is a monthly expense that can really add up over time if you are overpaying for it. There are ways to cut back on this cost, though, especially if you are looking to start a new phone plan with another carrier or are just getting a new phone. Follow these tips to save money.

When you’re a buyer on a budget, there are a seemingly endless number of things that you have to consider when looking for a new car. Small crossovers, however, seem to tick a lot of boxes, delivering practicality, comfort, and affordable running costs, all at a price that is bearable.

I reached the point where the number of remotes I needed to control all my AV devices was getting out of hand. For a long time, I made do with a universal remote, but when that remote broke (and I learned it had been discontinued), I knew it was time to take matters into my own hands.

Palworld has found itself at the center of a major legal battle against Nintendo, a huge player in the gaming industry. The conflict started in Japan but is moving to the United States, where the stakes could be much higher.

If you've been eyeing the recently-announced OnePlus Watch 3 as your next smartwatch, you might need to wait a bit to get your hands on one. OnePlus is apparently delaying most shipments of its latest smartwatch, and it's all thanks to an issue with the watch's appearance that made it through all the way to production.

The Raspberry Pi is a small, single-board computer that has been hacked into nearly any type of device you can imagine. But what if you could run Linux on a Pi in the form factor of a BlackBerry smartphone? Someone did just that.

Microsoft now offers unlimited Copilot Voice and Think Deeper functionality for free users. These advanced features were already available to non-paying users, but they were bound by daily usage limits.

Hyperspace is a new Mac application designed to save storage space. It merges data used by duplicate files, using a trick implemented by Apple in the Mac’s modern file system, giving you more storage space without any changes to your visible files.

You don’t have to worry about too many hidden costs when buying an already-expensive MacBook. However, there are still a few extra purchases you’ll likely need to make in order to get everything you want out of your Apple laptop. Here are six vital add-ons to keep in mind.

Retro games tend to look great in our minds, but that always changes once we finally replay them. Even for games that you've sunk hundreds of hours into, the graphics will usually seem a lot worse than you remembered. But why do we always seem to misremember our favorite games?

I love getting out in nature, but I hate getting lost. Fortunately, modern smartphones make that less likely than ever as long as you’ve got enough power and the right software.

The iPhone 16e may be budget-friendly, but it still needs protection. Rugged cases offer the best defense, while slim and clear options provide style and function. And, even though it lacks MagSafe, third-party cases can add compatibility.

The Nissan GT-R is a performance powerhouse, rocketing from 0-60 mph in just 2.9 seconds and on to a top speed of 196 mph in R35 guise. They don't come cheap, though, so if a GT-R is out of budget, here are 10 cheap sports cars that would give the Nissan a serious run for its money.

For years, iPhone and iPad owners were unable to change their default app settings. But times have changed, and Apple has loosened its grip with a bit of pressure from the courts for good measure. Here’s how to change app defaults, and some ideas of what to replace them with.

While more and more phones are slowly getting satellite text or cellular calling, carriers aren't stopping there. This week, Verizon and AT&T separately announced that they had successfully completed and tested satellite-to-phone video calls. And no, it's not through Starlink.

With the launch of a brand new version of Photoshop for smartphones, Adobe has also launched what is now its cheapest premium Photoshop plan. We're not sure if it's a good replacement for that 20GB Photography Plan that Adobe killed off a couple of months ago, though.

Activision's Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is advertising directly to players through the killcam. This new feature lets players add weapon blueprints and skins from the killer to a wishlist.

Getting ready to retire your current gaming mouse but aren't sure whether to splurge on an ultralight gaming mouse? Here's why ultralight gaming mice are great choices for any gamer, their disadvantages, and what to focus on after you decide to explore the ultralight gaming mouse market.

Apple has released its new low-cost smartphone, the iPhone 16e. However, the new iPhone is priced higher than previous iPhone SE models, making it possible to buy an iPhone 15 for a similar price. There are plenty of reasons why buying last year's iPhone makes more sense.