How-To Geek

Are you frustrated with free productivity apps offering bare-bones functionality? Or annoyed by paying a monthly fee for apps that fail to make you any more productive? Well, say hello to Super Productivity—a free app boasting powerful features that’ll put premium alternatives to shame!

Safety has become one of the biggest battlegrounds in the automotive industry, with automakers packing their vehicles full of advanced driver-assistance systems and crash-protection technology. However, not every brand delivers the same level of protection across its lineup, making brand-wide consistency just as important as the safety credentials of any single model.

Cash App is going beyond payments to become a cell carrier. The company has introduced Cash App Mobile, a service that offers unlimited 5G for a flat $40 per month — plus the promise of tie-ins with financial tools you might already use.

If you're one of Waymo's most devoted fans, you're about to be rewarded—provided you're willing to pay. The robotaxi service has launched a $30 per month Premier plan that offers exclusive parks for frequent riders.

I had a rather strange idea the other day. I've already been using USB drives for portable versions of apps for a long time. I also use them for storing ISO files and (obviously) storage for in-progress files.

or years, one of the biggest obstacles preventing electric vehicles from becoming truly mainstream has been affordability. While EV technology has improved rapidly, many electric SUVs still carry price tags that place them well beyond the reach of the average buyer. As a result, shoppers looking for a practical family vehicle have often found themselves sticking with traditional gas-powered crossovers.

Connecting your devices to hotel Wi-Fi is no fun, thanks in large part to those tedious Wi-Fi login pages. Fortunately, there's a way to only have to go through the process once, no matter how many devices you have. You just need to sneakily connect your own Wi-Fi network, and to do that, all you need is the right piece of kit.

I spent years on Windows without ever hearing about these apps. Then, when I switched to Linux—because so many mainstream apps don't have Linux versions—I was forced to go looking for alternatives. This is how I discovered some of the most powerful FOSS (Free, Open Source Software) apps that were a staple in the Linux ecosystem. And the most surprising bit is that all of these apps are cross-platform and work just as well on Windows—beating many paid apps.

Most lists like this consist of theatrically released movies, but we are nine years deep into the era of streaming original movies being nominated for Oscars, and there’s still the sense that “real movies” go straight to theaters. That conclusion is absurd.

Are you looking for another fun project to tackle in your homelab? Well, you're in luck, because I have three projects lined up for you to try out this weekend.

No company sets out to make a product that exceeds its purpose and becomes a legend. In some cases when it happens, the company might even regret it. I recall a few NVIDIA GPUs, like the 8800GT and 1080 Ti that were so good for the money that people didn't upgrade their cards for a decade. That's great for PR, but not so great for shareholders.

When warm weather hits, outdoor spaces become a natural extension of any home. For outdoor entertainers, smart lighting is an easy way to transform a backyard into a more inviting space for gatherings, celebrations, and everyday relaxation.

The Toyota Corolla has been one of the best-selling cars in America for decades, and the reasons are not hard to understand. It is affordable, reliable, and inexpensive to own. For 2026, it starts at $23,125 (including destination), returns an EPA-rated 34 mpg combined, and comes with a range of advanced safety features across every trim.

There's no shortage of cool things you can do with an Android phone. You can turn it into a security camera, a gaming handheld, an Android Auto display, and so much more.

Most people only use USB ports for charging and file transfers, but that’s barely scratching the surface. Modern USB ports can do far more than most people realize. If you’ve never stopped to think about what that little port is actually capable of, let me enlighten you. Here are three surprisingly useful ways to use the USB port on your laptop or PC.

Like so many of you, the first "smart" home device I ever bought and installed was a Bluetooth-enabled RGB light bulb that came with an app. Now I could lie in bed and change the room's color and light temperature to whatever I wanted, or set a time, so the light would wake me up in the morning.

As we head into another weekend, it's time to take a look at three more fun Raspberry Pi projects to tackle. This weekend, I'm showing you two similar projects that are pretty easy to accomplish with the right hardware, and one that will make you think a bit harder than normal to see through to the finish line.

Gemini began a wide rollout for Android Auto, and the shift is way more helpful than a simple rebrand. For years, Google Assistant relied on rigid, specific commands. If you didn't say the phrase exactly right, it wouldn't work. Gemini replaces that headache with the ability to speak to your car more like you would a person. You don't have to remember specific syntax; as long as you get close, it'll be able to bridge the gap.

Are you considering the switch to a different power tool brand? You might want to think twice before ditching them for a shiny new drill that's on sale. Switching tool platforms may feel like a simple upgrade, but the hidden "power tool tax" of jumping into an entirely new battery ecosystem will cost you hundreds.

One of the most common uses for smart home tech is to make the lights in your home turn on and off. Smart bulbs are reasonably affordable and simple to install, and combined with switches, can make your lights easy to control. There are three other smart home sensors that can make your smart home even better.