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Gemini has made voice control in my car fun and useful, and I'm still discovering new ways to use it.

Get your data out of the hands of brokers and spam callers with this deal on Incogni.

Ever wonder what a VPN audit is or why they're always announced to the public? Here's why.

The MSI Raider 16 Max HX combines powerful current-gen hardware with a revamped cooling system and a stunning 240Hz OLED screen.

With severe weather becoming more common, you need a plan before the lights go out. Here's mine.

There aren't many weather apps for Android Auto, but the ones I found work very well.

Switching CRMs risks data loss and workflow disruption. These five best practices keep things on track.

The Slim 7x (2026) has impressive performance improvements, but its target user - the modern professional - remains the same.

These developer settings can completely change how your Android Auto looks and operates.

The special-edition pair of 1000X-series headphones strikes a balance between modern style and functionality.

Not every new model is all it's cracked up to be. Our tracker keeps each release in context with its peers, so you know which models are worth your time.

The AI company's Bumblebee tool tackles your most urgent question after any supplychain advisory: Do your programmers have this malware installed?

European tech firms will ship the first stable release of Euro-Office next month, giving governments and businesses worldwide a ready-to-run, sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs.

The price of SSDs has been skyrocketing, but you can still save nearly 62% on the 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive external SSD from Best Buy right now.

Anthropic's latest Claude model isn't just faster or smarter. Opus 4.8 is being pitched as more honest, more careful, and better suited to complex coding projects.

It may be a generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price.

Google's Preferred Sources feature is now available in AI Overviews and AI Mode, so you can add your favorite sites to your AI-powered searches.

With AI, long-forgotten data assets suddenly turn to gold, with potential security risks.

One of the biggest sporting events of all time kicks off soon - and you don't need an expensive cable package to watch.

Need AI help in Microsoft 365, but don't love Copilot? Claude AI can help you create, edit, and analyze documents. Here's how.

NordVPN argues that antivirus now means far more than it used to, so creating an app that combines VPN services with modern threat protection is the right path.

Gemini can help with a variety of tasks when behind the wheel. All you need is an Android phone and a car with Android Auto.

Your favorite smart ring is getting slimmer. Is the Oura Ring 5 worth the upgrade? I break it down.

Installing a VPN on your smart TV blocks hackers from accessing your network and stealing your data. Here's how I set up mine.

Android Auto is a lot more than navigation and music. Here are the apps you need before you hit the road.

Apple's WWDC is around the corner, and I'm hoping for one big software update to AirPods.

Like most Linux distributions, Zorin OS offers a lot, especially in terms of customization. These are the options I always choose in Zorin OS.

Staying one step ahead of the rest will mark you out for success. Here's what great AI innovators are getting up to at Amex.

The Simple Wearable Report uses AI to extract more insights from your Oura Ring data. Here's how I've been using it.

After using multiple security cameras over the years, I've found the best arrangement for my home - but that doesn't make it right for everyone.

Sony just announced the new Bravia 9 II True RGB TV. But is it worth upgrading from the older Bravia 9 Mini LED?

DuckDuckGo is an AI-free alternative to Google's AI-based overviews, attracting more people who prefer traditional search results.

SPF, DKIM, and DMARC are three DNS-based authentication records that stop your emails from landing in spam and prevent criminals from spoofing your domain.

You can add a custom search engine in your browser that excludes all AI results. I'll show you how to do it in every major browser.

The Sony Bravia Theater Trio might look unassuming, but you shouldn't judge a book by its cover.

The government is playing catch-up, but Nvidia has a lifeline.

Downloading executable installer files from random websites is the best way to put malware on your Windows PC. Stop doing that! UniGetUI makes it easy to get all those apps from trusted sources.

With rising costs, sovereignty requirements, and agent adoption, Dell's latest conference focused on how enterprises can transition AI workloads to a hybrid infrastructure.

Acer and Asus both have solid options, but they excel in different areas. Let's break down the major differences.

How does the new Fitbit Air stack up against the tried-and-true Whoop band? I've broken down the key differences.

You might think your Hisense TV already looks great, but you can easily get more out of it by tweaking just a few menu options.

Now that doesn't mean Linux stable kernel maintainer Greg Kroah-Hartman thinks Rust is magic.

An eye exam produced a good distance prescription and a terrible computer prescription. Here's how AI helped decode the numbers and expose the mismatch.

Android Auto uses a lot of resources, which can make your phone hot. Here's how to help.

Using Android Auto can be as dangerous as using your phone while driving. Fortunately, these built-in safety features can make your rides much safer.

A cross-platform app for Linux, MacOS and Windows, Aerion supports all the features I need, without any extra clutter.

Google's Gemini Omni combines realism, avatars, style control, and natural-language editing in one AI video tool.

Replacing your current Linux shell with something way more user-friendly is a lot easier than you think. Let's go Fish!

In the era of increasing SSD prices, you can still save 65% on the 4TB WD Black SN850X SSD right now.

Getting great sound from your TV doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. These are my expert-vetted TV audio tricks.