Disabling this Google Pixel core freed up to 10GB of storage space for me - here's how
If your Pixel phone is running out of storage space, there's one thing you can do to reclaim GBs: disable this underlying service.
How to turn on Lockdown Mode on iPhone - so even the FBI can't get in
Lockdown Mode defends your iPhone against cyber attacks and can block forensic tools after an FBI seizure. Here's how it works.
How to clear your iPad cache (and why it makes such a big difference)
If your iPad is feeling slow, this 30-second routine can help speed it up and free up storage space.
Sick of screen snoopers? This privacy screen is a must for working in public
This privacy screen shuts off visibility to your laptop's display outside of a 60-degree angle.
I replaced my bedroom TV with this $170 Roku projector, and it's a worthy alternative
The Aurzen D1R Cube Roku TV projector is fast, bright, and surprisingly fun. You can pick one up on sale for a limited time.
7 useful things I can do with my Flipper Zero - as someone who's used it for years
This quirky little gadget went viral on TikTok, but it's got a lot more going for it than you'd think.
Own a smart TV? These 13 features can dramatically improve your performance - here's how
Smart TVs are basically computers now, with their own hidden hacks, tips, and tricks. Here are a few I use to get the most out of my TV.
I did not expect LG to make some of the most advanced earbuds out now - but here we are
LG announced its latest will.i.am collab, the Xboom Buds Plus, and they're cool for reasons beyond their audio.
AI isn't getting smarter, it's getting more power hungry - and expensive
Frontier models such as OpenAI's GPT depend mostly on increasing computing power rather than smarter algorithms, according to a new MIT report. Here's why that matters.
Atomic vs immutable Linux: How to decide which distro type is right for you
If immutable and atomic distributions are the future of Linux, how do you choose? Maybe you don't have to. I break it all down.
The only lithium button battery brand I recommend now - for serious safety reasons
Button cell battery ingestion leads to thousands of injuries in the US each year. Here's the only brand I trust now.
Immigrant Judge Blocks Ending TPS for Haitians; Might Be Overruled
A far-left immigrant judge has once again blocked ending Temporary Protected Status for migrants who entered the country long ago and havent left because the TPS was continued for years. ... The post Immigrant Judge Blocks Ending TPS for Haitians; Might Be Overruled appeared first on The New American .
Canada Descends into Tyranny as Justice for Covid Response Remains Elusive
Canada is continuing its descent into lawlessness and tyranny that became so apparent during the draconian response to Covid, warned leading constitutional attorney Shawn Buckley in this episode of Conversations That Matter with The New American magazines Alex Newman. Buckley, who serves as president of the Natural Health Products Protection Association (NHPPA), was on the ... The post Canada Descends into Tyranny as Justice for Covid Response Remains Elusive appeared first on The New American .
California announces investigation into delayed evacuation orders during LA-area wildfire
Californias top prosecutor is opening a civil rights investigation into how delayed evacuations impacted a historically Black community ravaged by one of the January 2025 Los Angeles-area wildfires
US Embassy closes DEA office in the Dominican Republic as it condemns corruption
The U.S. ambassador to the Dominican Republic says she has closed the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration office in the Caribbean country
U.S. Gains Almost No Jobs In 2025
The U.S. economy experienced almost zero job growth in 2025, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics data indicating that the U.S. economy added only 181,000 jobs compared to 1.46 million in 2024. What do you think? The post U.S. Gains Almost No Jobs In 2025 appeared first on The Onion .
Turning Point USA Announces Alternative Puerto Rico
WASHINGTONHailingthe moveasa more wholesome and patriotic substitute for thecurrentU.S.territory,conservative advocacy groupTurning Point USA announced Thursdaythat it was setting upan alternative Puerto Rico.Finally, Americans will be able to enjoy a family-friendly tropical paradise that actually celebrates traditional values,said TurningPointCEO Erika Kirk, adding thatthe island would be known as Port Rick, a mistranslation of Puerto Rico that [] The post Turning Point USA Announces Alternative Puerto Rico appeared first on The Onion .
States Join WHO Network; CDC-WHO Cooperation Continues Despite U.S. Withdrawal
Despite Washingtons formal withdrawal from the WHO, states and U.S. agencies remain within international frameworks linked to WHO programs. ... The post States Join WHO Network; CDC-WHO Cooperation Continues Despite U.S. Withdrawal appeared first on The New American .
Genetic analysis could speed up restoration of iconic American chestnut: Scientists
A new study says genetic testing can speed the return of the American chestnut tree that once dominated Eastern U.S. forests
Pam Bondi Thought That Went Pretty Well
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OpenAI's new Spark model codes 15x faster than GPT-5.3-Codex - but there's a catch
OpenAI's new GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark promises ultra-fast, conversational AI coding, if you can tolerate a few trade-offs.
I changed 7 settings on my Samsung phone to significantly improve the battery life
Your Samsung phone may already have decent battery life, but a few adjustments can make that even more enduring.
These LG earbuds have some of the most advanced tech I've seen - but not for audio
LG announced its latest will.i.am collab, the Xboom Buds Plus, and they're cool for reasons beyond their audio.
My 5 favorite Discord alternatives - no ID verification required
If you want to take a stand against facial scans, check out my favorite Discord alternative platforms.
Claude's free updates are so handy, I'm cancelling my Pro subscription - here's why
Anthropic has doled out four cool perks to free users, all of which were previously available only for paid subscribers.
OpenAI Introduces Premium Video Generator For White House Advisors Manipulating Trump
SAN FRANCISCOHeralding what it called a bold new age in warping the mind of the nations elderly leader, OpenAI introduced a new premium video generator Thursday marketed toward White House advisors manipulating President Donald Trump. Our new Stephen video generator is an easy, user-friendly text-to-video model that can create clips up to two minutes long [] The post OpenAI Introduces Premium Video Generator For White House Advisors Manipulating Trump appeared first on The Onion .
The official YouTube app is finally coming to Apple Vision Pro - and I'm elated
Whether it was Google's doing, Apple's, or both, you can now watch your usual YouTube content in VisionOS, no strings attached.
Your LG OLED TV may be getting a big upgrade to its picture quality - for free
The update makes Dolby Vision content a lot more vivid.
Using rechargeable batteries in your AirTags is not a smart idea - here's why
It might seem like you're saving money and helping the environment, but you're not.
These 4 critical AI vulnerabilities are being exploited faster than defenders can respond
From prompt injection to deepfake fraud, security researchers say several flaws have no known fix. Here's what to know about them.
Study: Bonobos Capable Of Human-Like Pretend Play
A study published in Science found that a bonobo named Kanzi could play along when researchers offered him invisible juice and grapes in a manner akin to a childs make-believe tea party, concluding that the primate could imagine and track the nonexistent objects being manipulated. What do you think? The post Study: Bonobos Capable Of Human-Like Pretend Play appeared first on The Onion .
Woman Worried She Not Living 90-Second Ad Break To The Fullest
WATERBURY, VTNot wanting to squander the precious opportunity, local television viewer Amy Branson told reporters Tuesday that she was worried she was not living a 90-second ad break to the fullest. There are so many drinks in the fridge and snacks in the pantry, and yet here I am just sitting on the sofa, the [] The post Woman Worried She Not Living 90-Second Ad Break To The Fullest appeared first on The Onion .
This tiny 4K webcam has effectively replaced my MacBook camera for every purpose
The PTZ webcam from Obsbot packs a punch in a tiny package. But you'll have to be willing to pay to play.
The Onions Exclusive Interview With Nicki Minaj
Rapper Nicki Minaj has aligned herself with MAGA, stating that she is President Trumps number one fan. The Onion sat down with the artist to discuss music, politics, and the controversy shes created. The Onion: During President Trumps first term, you criticized his administrations policy of separating families at the border. What changed? Minaj: My [] The post The Onions Exclusive Interview With Nicki Minaj appeared first on The Onion .
Why I would easily trade my AirPods for Sony's XM6 earbuds - if it weren't for one unavoidable issue
Sony returns with the WF-1000XM6 flagship earbuds, and they compete with their predecessor as much as they do with Apple and Bose.
Sony WF-1000XM6 vs. Apple AirPods Pro 3: I listened to both earbuds, and this pair wins
The battle of ecosystems is at the center, but these factors matter, too. Here's my verdict.
I compared flagship earbuds from Sony and Bose in 2026 - and the winner was a tough choice
Between the latest Sony WF-1000XM6 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2, making a decision isn't as simple as you'd think.
As an Android user, these are the closest things to AirTags (and better in some ways)
Apple AirTags are great, but limited in functionality. Here's why I attach these Chipolo Loop trackers to virtually anything.
Judge blocks Trump administration from moving former death row inmates to 'Supermax' prison
Deal alert: The Samsung Freestyle 2 is 25% off during Presidents' Day sales
My favorite projector for movies and gaming is currently $200 off at Amazon heading into Presidents' Day weekend.
After deadly explosion at US Steel mill outside Pittsburgh, maintaining safety now falls to Nippon
Last year, an explosion at U.S. Steel's Clairton Coke Works outside Pittsburgh killed two U.S. Steel workers and injured 11 others, including contractors
Robert Donahue, 58, died suddenly while crawling through the woods in his deer costume. The post Robert Donahue appeared first on The Onion .
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Luge Gold Medalist Probably Main Luge Guy Now
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This free MacOS app is the secret to getting more out of your local AI models
You should consider using Reins if you're a fan of using local LLMs on MacOS.
How to watch local news on Roku for free - no subscription or TV antenna required
The Roku Channel has hundreds of free live channels, including your local ABC, CBS, and NBC news affiliates.
Finally, I found a MagSafe power bank that's fit for traveling (and fancy dinners)
Twelve South's thin and light Power Capsule is textured in cactus leather and available in 5k or 10k mAh capacities.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. S25 Ultra: What worries me after years with Galaxy
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra looks like another incremental upgrade. I just hope these rumored omissions aren't true.
This SSD enclosure has become one of my most-used laptop accessories - here's why
The HyperDrive Next USB4 M.2 PCIe enclosure lets NVMe SSDs perform at their best, ensuring fast transfer speeds for large files.
Seattle reaches $29M settlement with family of student from India killed by officer
The city of Seattle has reached a $29 million settlement with the family of a 23-year-old graduate student from India who was struck by a speeding police officer as she crossed a street in 2023
Winning numbers drawn in Wednesdays Powerball
The winning numbers in Wednesday evenings drawing of the Powerball game were: 06-20-33-40-48, Powerball: 5
Grieving families press Congress on aviation safety reforms after midair collision near DC
Key senators and the families of the 67 people who died when an airliner collided with an Army helicopter near Washington, D.C., are convinced advanced aircraft locator systems that experts have been recommending for decades would have prevented the crash
Oklahoma set to execute man convicted of double killing in 2006 drive-by shooting
Oklahoma is set to execute a man convicted of killing two men in a drive-by shooting in 2006
Europe warily awaits Rubio at Munich Security Conference as Trump roils transatlantic ties
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is leading a large U.S. delegation to the Munich Security Conference this week
I've tested dozens of earbuds over the last year - these blow them all out of the water
The Denon PerL Pro surpassed my expectations with audiophile-grade sound right out of the box.
Say bye to spotty Wi-Fi - 10 proven ways to fix your internet fast
I spent a weekend tweaking my home network to improve my Wi-Fi speed and connectivity. Here's what worked.
I extended my AirTag's battery life to 10 years with this $15 accessory - how it works
The Elevation Lab Time Capsule fixed my biggest problem with AirTags. Now if only it weren't a tank.
What is Bluetooth 6.0? How the latest standard is changing audio right before our eyes
Bluetooth 6 is gaining traction in audio, but its best features ultimately lie in new hardware.
I opened a 9,000,000mAh power bank from eBay to learn the truth - here's what I saw
I often get asked about cheap power banks with hard-to-believe claims. Well, I bought one and tested it.
Does your TV track you even through the HDMI port? Short answer: Yes
TVs often analyze what you watch to curate suggestions and serve you ads, even through HDMI-connected devices, but we've found a few ways to take back control.
If you're looking to replace your old desktop, this Alienware laptop has all the power you need
Dell's Alienware m18 R2 is an 18-inch gaming laptop equipped with powerful hardware for high-end gaming.
Is your Samsung TV slow? This 5-second 'cold boot' trick should fix it
My Samsung TV was lagging, but a quick cold boot cleared its memory cache, instantly making it feel fast and responsive.
After years of use, here's why I still wear my Apple Watch Ultra 2 proudly
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 remains a standout wearable, combining robust hardware and polished software to deliver a premium experience.
A privacy breach at the IRS: Taxpayer data wrongly shared with DHS, court filing says
The IRS has erroneously shared the taxpayer information of thousands of people with the Department of Homeland Security, according to a new court filing
Melania Trump says she doesn't eat 'much sweets' as she celebrates Valentine's Day with children
Melania Trump celebrated an early Valentine's Day with children and young adults receiving treatment for rare and serious diseases
FBI Scrubbed the Epstein Files. Congressman Asks: Who Are They Protecting?
Long before Trump signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, the FBI sanitized the files it kept on the suspected sex trafficker. ... The post FBI Scrubbed the Epstein Files. Congressman Asks: Who Are They Protecting? appeared first on The New American .
Florida detectives link 2 crime scenes with 7 dead on opposite sides of the state
Authorities in Florida say two crime scenes which left seven people dead on either side of the state were connected
Protesters in multiple states press Target to oppose the immigration crackdown in Minnesota
Activists have planned protests at more than two dozen Target stores around the United States to pressure the discount retailer into taking a public stand against the 5-week-old immigration crackdown in its home state of Minnesota
A Yale professor recommended a good-looking blonde student for a job with Epstein. He's not sorry
Yale University says a prominent computer science professor will not teach classes while it reviews his conduct related to his correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein
Keys, Spare Change Fly Out Of Luge Athletes Pocket On First Turn
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Few leads in Guthrie investigation after 11 days, yet cases often break unexpectedly
Investigators are still searching for Nancy Guthrie as the case reaches it's 11th day
The best early Walmart sales for Presidents' Day
Presidents' Day sales are already live at Walmart, including deals on everything from top TVs and laptops to everyday essentials.
Instagram chief says he does not believe people can get clinically addicted to social media
Adam Mosseri, the head of Metas Instagram, testified during a landmark social media trial in Los Angeles that he disagrees people can be addicted to social media platforms
410-pound manatee rescued from Florida storm drain now recovering at SeaWorld
A rescued manatee is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando after crews pulled it from a Florida storm drain
The best early Presidents' Day TV sales live now
Early Presidents' Day sales and winter sports championships mean it's the perfect time to upgrade your home theater with a new TV from retailers like Amazon and Best Buy.
Need a Microsoft Lens replacement? These 5 alternative scanning apps fit the bill
Lens has left app stores, but you can still scan and save documents on your phone with one of these.
Your Android phone's most powerful security feature is off by default and hidden - turn it on ASAP
One of Google's most critical features is hidden behind a single toggle. Turn it on to protect against theft, scams, spam and more.
Buddhist monks walk to US Capitol on final day of their 15-week journey from Texas
A group of Buddhist monks completes a 108-day Walk for Peace from Texas to Washington, bringing its message to the nations capital
Roku lets anyone watch local news for free: How to find your NBC, ABC, and CBS stations
The Roku Channel has hundreds of free live channels, including your local news affiliates.
Homeland Security officials voice concerns about looming shutdown
Homeland Security officials are highlighting the potential impact of a shutdown
Gabbard ends intelligence reform task force after less than a year of work
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is ending the work of a task force she set up less than a year ago to look for ways to improve the nation's intelligence agencies
The best early Presidents' Day sales we've found so far: Save on Apple, Sony, and more
Presidents' Day sales are slowly making their way online, and I'm scouting for expert-approved deals on home, tech, and more.
Late NFL star Pat Tillman's brother pleads guilty to setting fire at post office
The youngest brother of late NFL star-turned-soldier Pat Tillman has pleaded guilty to setting fire to a San Jose, California, post office last summer
What is Alexa+? Everything Amazon's generative AI can do - and how to get it today
Alexa+ is smarter, more natural-sounding, and more capable than the old Alexa. Here's how to upgrade ASAP.
Get a free iPhone 17, Galaxy S25, or Pixel 10 during Verizon's Small Business Days sale - here's how
Right now at Verizon, small business owners can take advantage of great deals like free iPhone 17s, Ring camera bundles, and discounts on phone and internet plans.
Eero's new backup device keeps you online when your ISP fails - here's how it works
If you struggle with internet outages, this new Eero device automatically switches your home network to 4G.
Report: Less Than 14% Of Those Arrested By ICE Had Criminal Record
Internal Department of Homeland Security documents revealed that less than 14% of the nearly 400,000 immigrants arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement last year had charges or convictions for violent criminal offenses. What do you think? The post Report: Less Than 14% Of Those Arrested By ICE Had Criminal Record appeared first on The Onion .
Stop using ChatGPT on factory settings: 7 tweaks I use to make it a pro tool
I'm a ChatGPT power user, and these are the top settings tweaks I rely on to help me get more out of my AI sessions.
If these Samsung Galaxy S26 features are true, I might finally put away my Google Pixel
I've been a Google Pixel phone user for years, but Samsung might have a compelling case for switching later this month.
Is your Roku TV tracking you? Short answer: Yes, but there's a way to stop it
Streaming devices, such as Fire TV Sticks and Chromecasts, collect personal data for various purposes. Here's how to rein it in.
