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The success of Apple's budget laptop has a lot to do with Microsoft's Surface RT failure. Here's how they're connected.

Safe mode helps you see if a buggy app is causing your Android phone to crash, freeze, or slow down. Here's how.

Leveraging this built-in software feature should get you similar results with less effort.

Google is calling this 'the biggest update in over a decade' to Maps.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is finally available - and if you order from Samsung now, you can get a big discount with an eligible trade-in.

If your Linux machine is taking its own sweet time to boot, you have a built-in tool to help you discover where the problem lies.

The GL.iNet Mango (GL.MT300N-V2)mini smart router gives me total control of how I access the internet when I travel.

TP-Link's Deco BE77 is a premium Wi-Fi 7 system with blazing-fast speeds and coverage for very large homes.

Tech companies like Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI have unveiled health AI tools. Here's how to use them, according to a doctor.

Going from Linux to Windows felt like taking one step forward and two steps back. Here's a list of what went wrong.

A VPN isn't just for privacy. Here are additional settings and features worth exploring.

With one simple app feature, JBL's headphones open an otherwise closed-off feature to iOS fans.

Commentary: Whatever Meta and OpenAI paid, it was too much. Other, better programs can do the same jobs.

Another big Windows expiration date is right around the corner for more than a billion PCs. Here's what you should know ahead of time.

We've tried popular iPad apps for note-taking, from Notability to Evernote. Here's our favorites.

Want to access Netflix, Hulu, and more abroad? These are the best VPNs for speed, security, and privacy while you're away from home.

With the latest Panther Lake chipset and 20-hour battery, the Galaxy Book 6 Pro is well-balanced and keeps up with the pros.

Samsung's Galaxy Book6 Ultra pairs strong multi-core performance with nearly a full day's worth of battery life. It's designed well, too.

Samsung's new Galaxy S26 phones are here, and we found the best phone cases from brands like Spigen, Dbrand, Mous, and more to protect your new device.

The hardware vulnerability - found primarily in budget handsets - makes it possible to steal sensitive user data, including crypto wallet seed phrases, in less than a minute.

Apple's new MacBook Neo and the Mac Mini M4 both start at the same price, but they're for very different users. Which one is for you?

Expect to see more alerts about suspicious activities across Facebook, WhatsApp, and Messenger.

From lazy convenience to practical problem-solving, the SwitchBot Smart Switch makes dumb devices smart, one click at a time.

The Debian/Ubuntu package manager isn't just for installing and removing software. You'll find there are some other tricks up Apt's sleeve that you should know about.

This Debian-based distribution is an absolute delight to use and relatively easy, with some minor caveats.

I went from 13 hours of screen time to about an hour a day on my phone. Here's how.

I safely moved all my saved logins to a new password manager. And you can too, quickly and easily.

One of Google's most critical features is hidden behind a single setting. Turn it on to protect against theft, scams, spam, and more.

Apple's new $599 laptop will force Windows PCs and Chromebooks to respond in turn. That's a good thing.

If you've ever had to deal with a dying computer, you know the challenge of ensuring you have a good backup. Here's how I use CloneZilla to do just that.

Experts share how their organizations use policies and processes to protect data and adopt AI safely.

The new Whisker Litter-Robot 5 Pro saves you from scooping while also giving you peace of mind on your cat's advanced health data.

You don't have to compromise your privacy, security, or data when you use a free VPN -- as long as you pick the right one. Our guide lists the only trustworthy, free VPNs around today.

From thermal cameras to USB-C gear, these are the top tech gadgets and useful items our readers actually purchased last month.

The rolling release distro switches to Niri, a scrollable, tiling compositor that's a lot cooler than you'd think. See why.

This sophisticated investment scam is spread via paid Meta ads and fake news stories. Here's what to look for.

Running out of iPhone space? Don't panic-buy a new phone or more iCloud. Here's how to free up space fast.

New Snowflake survey shows demand for tech jobs evolving away from basic skills toward high-level AI oversight.

Repair Mode lets technicians fix your Android phone without seeing your personal files or apps. Here's how to enable it.

I regularly clock 7 hours a night, and I wake up without the help of an alarm. Here's why my sleep is so good.

Consider these expert-vetted tips and tricks to make your device last up to hours longer - no matter the brand.

Gemini can access relevant information from your other sources to give personalized help.

The Hatch Restore 3 boasts personalized sleep routines and peaceful morning moments, and you can get it for $25 off during National Sleep Week.

The streaming service rolls out a dozen cheaper subscription plans - pick the one that fits your viewing habits.

Sonos announces the Play and Era 100 SL speakers, giving new and existing customers even more modular options.

Wondering how the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra from 2024 stacks up to the latest Ultra flagship? Here's how the two phones compare.

But AI also creates bugs - about 1.7 times as many as humans, including critical and major issues.

The debate between Waze and Google Maps has raged for years. Here's my verdict after testing both for an extensive period.

Some rumored Windows 12 features could frustrate users and be the reason Linux finally starts looking better.

If you want to make memes using your own images - without AI or complicated editors - Linux has a free tool that's fun to try.