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Why phone and laptop batteries explode - and 6 ways to protect yourself

Why phone and laptop batteries explode - and 6 ways to...

A faulty lithium-ion battery is a serious hazard and can catch fire. Here's what...

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Spotify's Prompted Playlists took over for me at a party - and didn't disappoint

Spotify's Prompted Playlists took over for me at a party...

On DJ duty? I put Spotify's latest AI feature to the test.

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Why last year's LG C5 OLED is my top TV recommendation right now - especially at 50% off

Why last year's LG C5 OLED is my top TV recommendation...

The LG C5 OLED offers stunning picture quality and a sleek, minimalist design for...

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My Oura Ring warned me something was wrong - I didn't listen (and quickly regretted it)

My Oura Ring warned me something was wrong - I didn't listen...

While they're not always perfect, health trackers like the Oura Ring can detect...

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I changed these 5 TV settings to cut my electricity bill during the winter - how they work

I changed these 5 TV settings to cut my electricity bill...

With a few simple tweaks, you can ensure your modern TV uses only the power it needs...

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I changed 6 settings on my Samsung TV to significantly improve the viewing experience

I changed 6 settings on my Samsung TV to significantly...

Your Samsung TV looks good out of the box, but a few adjustments can make it look...

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Forget your weather app: 15 reliable meteorologists and other sources for accurate ice storm updates

Forget your weather app: 15 reliable meteorologists and...

Weather apps can be handy, but they're often very wrong. Here's why and how to get...

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Why I recommend these 5 Linux file managers over GUI - and they're all free

Why I recommend these 5 Linux file managers over GUI -...

There are instances when a GUI file manager just won't work. When I run into those...

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The smart home gadget you didn't know you needed in the kitchen (and why it's worth it)

The smart home gadget you didn't know you needed in the...

The newest nugget ice maker from GoveeLife features a sleek design and delivers...

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How I effectively turned my regular tablet into an e-reader (and it works on iPad or Android)

How I effectively turned my regular tablet into an e-reader...

There's no need to buy a dedicated device if you're an avid reader; you can carry...

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No, the IRS didn't text or email you - 3 ways to protect yourself from scams

No, the IRS didn't text or email you - 3 ways to protect...

Messages claiming you're due a tax refund are sent by scammers spoofing the IRS...

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My Oura Ring told me I was sick. I disregarded it, and then got sick

My Oura Ring told me I was sick. I disregarded it, and...

While not perfect, health trackers like the Oura Ring can detect early signs of...

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These Shokz earbuds made it easy for me to retire my bone conduction headphones - here's why

These Shokz earbuds made it easy for me to retire my bone...

Open-ear earbuds allow you to hear everything, but what if you only want to hear...

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This charger made alkaline batteries completely unnecessary for me in 2026

This charger made alkaline batteries completely unnecessary...

The Xtar L8 Box can power eight batteries simultaneously, is compatible with both...

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This glorious-looking Linux distro is unlike anything I've ever seen in my decades of use

This glorious-looking Linux distro is unlike anything I've...

The developers got everything right with this custom desktop: Arch-based StratOS...

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If your USB-C device isn't charging, here's the quick fix I always consider first

If your USB-C device isn't charging, here's the quick fix...

Your phone, tablet, or other gadget won't charge when connected to a USB-C cable?...