How-To Geek

There aren't a lot of portable speakers that are as iconic as Beats' Pill is. And if you want to grab one for cheap now, the current, most recently released model is just $100 at this moment.

If you're tempted to reuse an old modular power supply cable on a new power supply, save yourself a lot of trouble and buy a new one instead. You could wind up completely frying thousands of dollars in components otherwise.

While Microsoft Edge is nice, most Windows users still resort to third-party browsers. And it's a well-known fact that Windows doesn't like that. So it's a funny coincidence to see that Microsoft is accidentally blocking third-party browsers, even if this time it's an actual accident.

Apple TV+ is on fire in 2025 with its slew of new and returning content—all of which includes popular titles and long-awaited new seasons. While the first half of the year has focused more on new releases, the second half is taking a different route and debuting new installments of some of its most popular ongoing shows.

So, you’re ready to buy your first domain name? Picking the right domain registrar (a domain seller) out of the gate is important, but there are a lot of options out there. Here are my favorite registrars to use, and some things you need to keep in mind while picking them out.

While I’m constantly upgrading my tech—this year, I’ve already gotten a new CPU and GPU, and I’ll likely upgrade my TV and add a couple of PC handhelds to my collection—there are some devices I find so good, I have zero desire to ever replace them. I’ll use these gadgets until they disintegrate.

Delta Camera, an app that emulates the monochromatic photo style of Nintendo's old Game Boy Camera, is now available in closed beta. A full release is planned for later this year, though you can gain beta access by contributing to the developer's Patreon.

If you're still using an old Android smartphone or tablet, we have some potentially bad news. Select models running vastly outdated software will lose access to Google Chrome later this summer. Google recently announced that Chrome will only support Android 10.0 or higher starting this August.

Comcast Xfinity is rolling out a variety of new broadband internet and mobile service plans, along with longer price guarantees. A key feature of these plans is unlimited data, which is a huge issue for households with high internet usage.

Home Assistant, the open-source home automation platform, has officially added SwitchBot to its 'Works with Home Assistant' program. This is a big step forward for anyone with smart home appliances because it helps make the ecosystem more complete and easier to manage.

When it comes to home security devices, Ring is a popular name that offers a bit of everything. If you want to take things beyond a simple video doorbell or outdoor camera, Ring's 14-piece whole-home security system is wireless, easy to install, and available at a big discount.

When the battle royale genre first started gaining traction, I fell in love with the concept. The intensity and adrenaline of 100 players thrust into an arena, all vying to be the last one left, was unlike anything else. But as time went on, and battle royales began to dominate the multiplayer scene, I found myself growing tired of the formula.

With video game prices once again on the rise, I'm sure many of us are being more critical of our purchasing decisions. Games costing $80 is a tall ask, but to be honest, I stopped buying them on launch day once $70 became the norm, with one notable exception.

Insta360 has revealed the Flow 2, the company's latest gimbal for smartphone video recordings. It's a selfie stick, gimbal, and battery bank all in one, and it has a lower price than the Flow 2 Pro.

While your iPhone can’t lose weight for you, it can definitely play an important role in any weight-loss journey. At least, that’s what I discovered when I dropped 35lb (16kg) a few years ago.

Affordable crossovers are in high demand, but finding one that balances price, quality, and features under $25,000 is no easy task. Fortunately, one standout model in 2025 delivers impressive value without cutting corners, making it the best new crossover in its price range.

The original M3GAN was such a hit that a sequel will soon be dancing its way into theaters. I’m a bit of a fanboy, so I’m looking forward to seeing this queen lay down the law (and lay down some victims) yet again. I’m so excited, in fact, that I decided to get ready for her latest outing by watching her cinematic predecessors slash their way through one victim after another.

Are you sick of reading cryptic manuals and boring articles for learning Linux? Look no further, because you can learn Linux by playing games. It's not only fun but also quite engaging. Moreover, all of them are free to play, and some are even open-source.

Most people only use password managers for managing passwords and passkeys, but the possibilities are endless. Some password manager apps have branched out and become more useful in the process. And now, Proton Pass is going the same route as well.

Lenovo's Thinkpads are famously reliable workhorses, and the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 is no exception. The 2-in-1 form factor opens up a few interesting ways to use the laptop, and solid system specs ensure the entire thing is snappy and responsive.