How-To Geek

RCS is available for more people than ever, but knowing which of your contacts have been upgraded and which are still stuck in the stone age of SMS can feel like a mystery. Google Messages is finally making it easier to tell the difference.

The XREAL One AR Glasses deliver a 147-inch virtual display in a go-anywhere form factor. While the field of view, out-of-box connectivity, and user interface are somewhat limited, the excellent portable big-screen video quality makes up for it.

Thunderbolt 5 is a relatively new tech, but it packs some insane speed gains, and if your hardware supports it, gadgets using it can be a great addition to any laptop or computer. Anker recently released a Thunderbolt 5 dock, but you can already score a significant discount.

Ever since Spotify added podcasts, it has become one of the top apps for listening to podcasts on the go, but it's still not a dedicated podcast app—and sometimes, it shows. Its main focus is, still, music. Now, though, it's getting slightly better for podcasts.

There have been many attempts at building the perfect HTPC (Home Theater PC) platform, and some, like Kodi, have stood the test of time. However, almost a decade ago Mythbuntu reached the end of the road. Despite having so much promise.

Coming up with gift ideas for someone who loves astronomy isn't easy, especially if they are deep enough in the hobby that they already own a lot of things related to it. If you're struggling to think of a gift for just such a person, these ideas might help you out.

Even the biggest Android diehards have to admit that iPhones have some nice features. AssistiveTouch is firmly one of them. It’s that little floating button that lets you do almost anything without straining your thumb. You can get that on your Android device with a handy app.

Video game pre-orders have become one of the most controversial practices in modern gaming. While some see it as a risky gamble that encourages publishers to release unfinished games, I think that there are legitimate reasons to pre-order your favorite upcoming titles.

Microsoft Excel has hundreds of tools and functions, meaning it's quite easy to overlook some of the most useful ones. In this guide, I'll share four lesser-known, hidden tricks that could transform how you use the popular spreadsheet software.

Star Wars is one of the most popular media franchises ever. It all started on the big screen almost 50 years ago and today you can watch, read, play, and listen to a smorgasbord of Star Wars media.

Humanity has been reliant on bacteria for centuries. From fermentation and agriculture to making vaccines and genetic engineering, bacterial strains have found widespread industrial and lifestyle applications. In the near future, they could help make resilient bricks to build habitats on the Moon’s surface.

Apple's self-service repair program is seen by some as being a bit on the half-baked side, but to Apple's credit, it has been slowly improving it with new devices and parts. Now, the iPad is finally joining the list of devices that you can repair at home.

If you're a Discord user, you might have noticed something new popping up in your app, and it’s not another prompt to try a free trial of Nitro. This time it’s about "Discord Orbs," a brand-new in-app currency that's currently in beta.

Following an early reveal at CES 2025, LG has now released its Smart Monitor Swing. This is a portable monitor with a long adjustable neck and a massive 32-inch 4K panel.

I use Spotify to create playlists for every purpose, be it a house party, my workout, or long road trips with my friends. Spotify is my go-to music app when I need to craft a perfect travel playlist that'll last me the entire trip.

You're in luck if you want a high-performance monitor without paying full price. The Samsung Odyssey QD-OLED G6 G60SD, a 27-inch 1440p monitor with an impressive 360Hz refresh rate, just got a discount. Originally priced at $899.99, the monitor is on sale for $549.99 at B&H Photo.

If you want a pair of affordable earbuds that don't sacrifice sound quality, we have you covered. The Nothing Ear (a) buds have great sound and call quality, ANC, and a comfy fit. Right now, they're nearly 30% off and on sale for only $78.

I've really enjoyed owning a Windows handheld gaming PC, but as a PC gamer I knew what to expect. I'd really rather have bought a Steam Deck, but Valve doesn't sell them in my country, and parallel imports have no support or warranty.

Microsoft is once again adding Copilot to an application that arguably doesn't need it. Copilot for Gaming is now being tested in beta so Xbox consoles and games can eventually have Copilot features. There are a few features you might like, though.

Windows Update is a pretty good resource for keeping your PC up to date, but updating the rest of your programs and apps on your computer can be a bit more of a toss-up—there's no reliable centralized update solution for your apps. Microsoft wants Windows Update to be able to help with that, too.