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Apple escaped Android's 'toxic hellstew' - now Siri AI is creating a new one

Apple's new toxic hellstew is a battle over regulation, litigation, and keeping your data safe.

27 Aug 2026 10:04 pm
Will plug-in solar plus batteries solve your power problem? I did the math

It can't be just about harvesting solar power - it's also about storage, and time-shifting cheap, off-peak power to times when it's more expensive.

26 Aug 2026 10:00 pm
Garmin's new Fenix 9 Pro smartwatch is twice as bright as the previous gen - here's how they compare

Garmin's new flagship Fenix 9 epitomizes the premium rugged smartwatch - but how much of an upgrade is it from the Fenix 8?

26 Aug 2026 1:35 am
'Just a hobby, won't be big': Linus Torvalds introduced Linux 35 years ago - and almost called it Freax

It's been 35 years since Finnish graduate student Linus Torvalds drafted a brief note saying he was starting a hobby operating system. The world will never be the same.

25 Aug 2026 5:51 pm
'I can't stop': 80% of developers find AI coding more addictive than helpful

A Coddy Developer Survey revealed that AI coding is leading to a new kind of burnout.

22 Aug 2026 9:54 pm
The best early Labor Day 2026 TV deals: Samsung, LG, and more

Labor Day may still be a couple weeks away, but you can already find steep deals on top TVs from Samsung, Sony, and more - just in time for pre-season football.

22 Aug 2026 2:00 am
I tested GNOME's glassy new look - and it's simply spectacular

GNOME is finally catching up to other desktop environments, thanks to Aura Glass, a fluid, modern desktop inspired by Apple's Liquid Glass.

19 Aug 2026 2:02 am
Add photos to your iMessages with one tap - how to skip that annoying iOS menu

The latest iOS updates have added a ton of unnecessary taps to do simple things like add a photo to a text. But there's an easy trick to get around it.

18 Aug 2026 10:01 pm
Claude's Record-a-Skill cut my research from hours to 30 minutes - but the magic has limits

I used Claude Cowork to automate a workflow, and the result was remarkably effective, but it exposed four serious drawbacks.

10 Aug 2026 5:56 pm
Made by Google 2026: How to watch and what to expect from the big Pixel 11 event

Google is set to announce its Pixel 11 series phones - here's what we know.

7 Aug 2026 1:54 am
Google's new Pixel 11 series comes next week - here's what we know from leaks

The Pixel 11 lineup isn't bringing drastic changes, but the incoming additions will still have fans excited.

7 Aug 2026 1:50 am
The latest M5 Macbook Air is down to the lowest price we've seen since Apple's price hike

Apple increased prices in its official store, but Amazon has the lowest prices on the new 13-inch M5 MacBook Air right now.

6 Aug 2026 9:55 pm
The Ninja Slushi makes vacation-worthy frozen drinks, and I highly recommend it (especially on sale)

The popular Ninja Slushi is on sale for under $300 once again. Here's where to find the deal.

4 Aug 2026 9:57 pm
Looking for a new budget phone? This Motorola model is just $100, but only for a limited time

Over at Best Buy, the 2024 Moto G Play dropped down to $100, making this Android one of the budget buys around.

31 Jul 2026 9:58 pm
I tried Android Auto offline while on a road trip, and it beats mobile data in 2 ways

A recent trip upstate revealed the benefits and limitations of running Android Auto in low- to no-signal areas.

31 Jul 2026 1:38 am
Your Windows download keeps getting bigger, and AI is to blame - here's why it matters

It's not your imagination. Windows installation files have been creeping up in size. It might even be fair to call them bloated. And you'll never guess where the problem comes from.

30 Jul 2026 9:48 pm
Google Earth added Nano Banana, and I immediately reimagined Philly with zombies and evil clowns

Can Google Earth's new AI accurately redesign homes, recreate history, and imagine the future? I tested Nano Banana across several locations, and the results ranged from useful to gloriously absurd.

30 Jul 2026 6:00 pm
How I free up Windows disk space and shred sensitive data for free with open-source BleachBit

Running low on hard disk space or just want to get rid of junk files? The free BleachBit utility can easily handle that assignment. Here's why it beats Storage Sense.

30 Jul 2026 5:55 pm
5 ways I speed up my Android phone beyond clearing system cache - all for free

Here's how I improve the performance of my Google Pixel, Samsung, and even Motorola. Or at least make it seem that way.

29 Jul 2026 1:45 pm
How much RAM does your phone really need in 2026?

Manufacturers keep putting more and more memory into new phones, and we're the ones paying for it.

28 Jul 2026 5:51 pm
AIO Launcher is one of the coolest minimal Android launchers I've used - and it's free

A minimal Android launcher can simplify your phone interactions, but simple doesn't have to mean boring.

28 Jul 2026 5:46 pm
I fixed my home office's spotty Wi-Fi with Samsung's free diagnostic tool - and it took just minutes

A recent uptick in lag and disconnects led me to reevaluate my home office setup. Here's how I validated my solution.

24 Jul 2026 9:53 pm
4 little-known Google Calendar tricks I use to plan my workweek - and save time

If you're only using Google Calendar to track events, you're missing some of its most useful features.

24 Jul 2026 5:47 pm
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Z Flip 7: Is the new flip phone worth the upgrade?

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 to the Z Flip 7 will largely come down to refinement and value for money.

23 Jul 2026 9:37 pm
Why I still recommend Synology's DS225+ NAS - even if it can't replace your cloud storage

Soaring hard drive prices are making NAS boxes a niche product, but the Synology DS225+ still makes sense. Here's why.

20 Jul 2026 9:51 pm
I turned my Moto Razr into a tiny workstation - and wrote this entire story on it

I wanted to save my back during my next work trip, so I assembled a workstation using the smallest devices I could find.

15 Jul 2026 9:52 pm
'Rust makes coding fun again': Why Linux is moving away from C, according to Greg Kroah-Hartman

C won't be disappearing tomorrow, says the stable kernel maintainer, but the future of Linux belongs to Rust.

15 Jul 2026 9:43 pm
I've used the iOS 27 beta for a month: 7 ways the new Siri is dramatically better

Siri AI is the star of iOS 27, and now most iPhone users can try it with the first public beta of the OS.

15 Jul 2026 1:45 am