How-To Geek

Every year, hundreds of new anime series flood streaming services and TV channels. Most of them are generic at best and trope-filled trash at worst, but there are always a few hidden gems buried under the flurry of new releases.

Safety is a top priority for families shopping for a new SUV, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) continues to set the gold standard for crash testing and safety ratings. In 2025, several midsize SUVs stand out for offering top-tier protection, earning the IIHS’s coveted Top Safety Pick+ awards.

Ever wanted to send commands to your Raspberry Pi (or another SBC), but didn't have an available and convenient PC to SSH with? I did too, until I found the right software for my Android phone.

My desktop Windows PC is rarely turned off, but when it is, it's hibernating, not sleeping. Similarly, I exclusively use Hibernate, not Sleep mode, on my Windows handhelds. Here's why.

Nesting in Microsoft Excel involves using one function as an argument for another, allowing you to perform multiple calculations at the same time. It saves you from having to use helper columns or write various formulas in various cells, keeping your worksheet tidier and more efficient.

Hybrid cars are having a serious moment in the U.S. right now, and it’s easy to see why. With gas prices still high and EVs getting more expensive while tax credits fade, drivers are realizing hybrids hit the sweet spot between savings and practicality.

Just finished watching the riveting limited series, Adolescence, on Netflix? If you're craving more British limited series that tell a complete story in a short run, the platform has a sizable collection of miniseries that will suit your tastes.

Razer makes a whole bunch of PC peripherals, not just keyboards and mice. This new range of webcams has a few cool features that will supercharge your next video calls—or even your next Twitch stream.

You can snag a 4-pack of Apple AirTags right now for an absolute steal at just $65 on Amazon. This is a massive 34% discount off the original $99 price tag. This is the perfect time to grab them, especially since these trackers make keeping tabs on your most important items incredibly easy.

Bluetooth speakers come and go, and you might be about to throw out an old one so that you can unwrap the latest, shiniest model to take to the beach or install in your study.

T-Mobile is officially retiring its JUMP! On Demand (JOD) leasing program on December 1, 2025. However, the company is throwing in a huge, unexpected bonus for existing customers. For those of you currently on a JOD lease, T-Mobile is going to forgive your remaining lease balance.

If you keep an eye on PC hardware releases, you’ve probably noticed that companies—looking at you, AMD—release new graphics cards or processors for last-gen platforms. This has been happening for years, and I think it’s great for consumers. Here’s why.

Mint Mobile, the super-affordable MVNO, is now offering 5G home internet with prices starting at $30 a month. "MINTernet," as it's called, appears to be a very competitive home internet service with zero contracts or equipment fees, though the pricing is actually more obscure than it should be.

Chromebooks already cater to the lowest budget segments in the laptop market, but why pay full price for a new Chromebook when you can buy a used one for even less?

If I asked you to name a few flagship smartphones in 2025, you would probably mention the Samsung Galaxy S25, the iPhone 17, and the Google Pixel 10. While I completely agree with your inclusion of the Galaxy S25 and the iPhone 17, are you sure the Google Pixel 10 can really be considered a flagship smartphone?

Cheap streaming sticks seem like a good way to turn a dumb TV into a smart TV, or add some life to a smart TV that's not supported or running well anymore. However, as I learned, sometimes spending too little on something can end up being an expensive mistake.

Roku's latest software update is answering the questions you have about the programs you watch. What started as a simple command tool is evolving into a guide that can keep up with the conversation, and the Roku OS 25 update has a few other great improvements.

Apple just unveiled the M5 chip today, and we got a new MacBook powered by this chip. But it's not the only one. If you're more of an iPad person, Apple has also launched a refreshed iPad Pro, and it's looking like a really powerful one.

If you’re building a new PC, it’s tempting to go for a huge case, thinking you’ll need the extra space for water cooling, storage drives, and extra fans. However, in reality, most of us rarely use that space, which is why you should probably opt for a small case.

Google is introducing a new account recovery method called Recovery Contacts, which lets trusted friends or family members help you regain access to your personal account if you get locked out. This helps you if you lose your phone and can't use it to confirm your identity.