Why I never let my Android recycling bin sit full for 30 days – and how I empty it
Android keeps deleted files in the Trash for 30 days, but I don’t wait that long. Here’s why I clear them manually.
Ubuntu 26.04 is the OS for the AI agentic era, says Canonical’s Mark Shuttleworth – here’s why
Canonical’s pitch starts with snaps and security.
I took 500 photos with Samsung and Vivo’s Ultra camera phones – and the winner is not so obvious
I expected the Vivo X300 Ultra to wipe the floor with Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra, but the latter impressed me in ways I didn’t expect.
I found 15 Amazon deals on editor-approved tech already live for Prime Day
Amazon’s Prime Day sale returns this month. These are our favorite early deals you can shop now.
I set 10 honesty traps for Claude Opus 4.8 – and a legal test broke it
I tested Opus 4.8 against 4.7 using coding, medical, finance, and legal traps, then cross-checked the results with multiple AIs.
This easy prompt trick gave me better AI-generated images – no matter the model
Having trouble getting the right image out of ChatGPT, Gemini, or another AI tool? Try this foolproof prompt.
Want to be a Linux pro like me? Master these 8 skills first
I’ve been using Linux since 1997. If you intend to climb the hierarchical ladder of Linux users, then there are things you’ll need to learn along the way.
My top 7 laptop-bag essentials now, after decades of remote work
Have gear, will travel: Here are the gadgets powering my mobile office this summer.
Home Depot will give you a free Ryobi power tool with this battery set – and I’d recommend it
Save 57% on this Ryobi lithium-ion battery set for your power tools, and get the tool of your choice totally free. Here’s what to know.
You can play Angry Birds on Android Auto, plus 4 more popular games – here’s how
In addition to the built-in Gamesnacks, these titles will make car downtime less boring.
New PC? This MX Linux version is the best distro for you
MX Linux has released a version that includes certain features and software that make it a brilliant option for computers that are 1-3 years old.
Chrome stops hackers from stealing your browser cookies now – how its new security feature works
Now available for all Windows users, Chrome’s security feature will thwart attackers who try to impersonate you by using your stolen browser cookies on their own devices.
Why I happily paid for the Transmit MacOS app – and it’s not just the 16x faster file transfer speed
If you spend a good amount of time transferring files to and from your MacOS machine, do yourself a favor and grab a copy of Transmit.
Why I built my own DIY cyberdeck straight out of 80s sci-fi – and how you can too
The latest DIY craze is a portable computer inspired by a 1984 sci-fi novel. I built one with a Raspberry Pi. Here’s why and how.
Dell XPS 13 (2026) vs. MacBook Neo: I compared both budget laptops, here’s which one I’d buy
Dell just announced its new 13-inch XPS for $599 with student pricing, making it a direct competitor to the Neo.
Dell’s new XPS 13 is a MacBook Neo rival that costs $599 and retains premium features
Announced at Computex, Dell’s new XPS 13 takes aim at the MacBook Neo with a touchscreen display and backlit keyboard.
This hidden FaceTime feature is incredibly useful – and surprised my own family
If someone missed your FaceTime call, try leaving them a video message. Here’s how.
Quantum computing looms, and your security is nowhere near ready
Quantum is coming soon to an enterprise near you. But that shift brings significant security concerns.
I tried Microsoft’s Windows 365 Cloud PC on MacOS, Android, and iOS – here’s what it’s like
Who needs a Cloud PC, anyway? What’s the experience like? How much does it really cost? I’ve got answers to all those questions.
Is Amazfit’s most premium smartwatch worth it? I tested it on the golf course, and it paid off
Amazfit is on a blistering pace for new watch releases in 2026 and for the past few weeks I’ve been using its new Cheetah 2 Pro for all of my activities.