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If you have the right Apple Pencil and iPhone, you can use them together. But it won't be cheap, and there are some limitations to know.

A refurbished S24 can still be a good deal, but its price needs to be low enough to justify buying a two-year-old phone instead of a newer model.

If only there were some kind of agency for environmental protection to stop this.

Apple Music has two Lossless options for maximum audio quality, but they consume significantly more data.

The Windows Media Creation tool is easy to use and lets you keep a USB drive handy so you can install Windows 11 anytime you need.

In the past, choosing between a wired and a wireless gaming mouse may have meant accepting a number of tradeoffs. These days, there's very little between them.

The latest Doom installment just got a good bit cheaper.

If you're switching from a Mac or new to Windows, knowing how to 'force quit' an app can be confusing. Luckily, there are a number of ways to get the job done.

If your Google Drive has become a mess of files, folders and photos, Gemini can lend a hand by suggesting new ways to properly put them back in order.

Gemini Intelligence is at the heart of the operating system powering Google's upcoming laptops.

Whether you use Apple Pay or Google Pay mostly depends on your device, but there are some small ways they differ that you might not notice at first.

Waymo's fully autonomous rides will initially serve those around the city's main strip.

A lawsuit from last year accused the iPhone-maker of suppressing apps like Grok on the App Store.

Netflix's deal with Sega includes a new Sonic animated series as well as movies based on Crazy Taxi and Stranger than Heaven.

Your USB-C port can do a lot, but it won't necessarily be able to transfer video. Understanding what yours can do makes it easy to choose the best video option.

The kinks are still being worked out for users in the EU and China though.

The Steam Frame is a pretty great standalone VR headset, it's just too bad it costs over $1,000.

Valve has unveiled pricing for its new VR headset, and like the Steam Machine, it's bound to be controversial.

Digital wallets are convenient, but they also bring a ton of security features that help keep your cards protected.

When Outlook runs into issues, whether on the web or its desktop version, you can fix them and get back to your mail.

Working out which movie theater hosts the world's biggest IMAX screen can be quite confusing. It all comes down to whether you want a true IMAX experience.

Working out whether to invest in headphones with a 3.5mm jack or USB-C connector can be tricky. Turns out, there's a lot more to it than how you plug them in.

Many have paid the extra $20 for the GTA6 , but there's no rush to join them.

This is a setting you probably won't want to mess around with.

It's not difficult to update to iOS 27, but you should prepare in a few ways to avoid common issues when moving to the new version.

Here's what will happen if you turn off background app refresh on your iPhone, and which apps operate better with it on.

Trade union IFPI brings together music groups like Universal and Sony to reduce music streaming fraud.

AppleCare provides peace of mind against damaged devices, but it's an additional cost you have to weigh.

If you want to stop using your phone at certain time and getting stuck into certain apps too much, Screen Time can help.

Here are some of the GameCube games that have held up best over the last 25 years.

Modern MacBooks can use two different types of cables to charge, but is USB-C or MagSafe a better option overall?

Running an Ethernet cable can provide faster speeds than Wi-Fi in many cases, but the length and type of cable make a difference.

Android Auto added a new capability recently that upgrades the infotainment screen in a big way. Let's activate it.

OpenAI's new model, GPT-6 Astra, has begun rolling out to users. Here's how you can get it and pitfalls to avoid.

iMessage is simple, and even RCS and SMS are usually reliable. But when your iPhone won't sent a message, you can coax it into working again.

Shooting a movie on IMAX 15/70 cameras can produce incredible film, but one of the major tradeoffs for filmmakers is how loud they can get when rolling.

OpenAI's CEO called it an "ill-advised moment to go public" in an interview with Fortune.

If you've never been satisfied with Liquid Glass on your Phone, then you'll probably like some of the new customization options Apple offers in iOS 27.

The reveal is scheduled for October 10, so long as it's not delayed again.

Should you get AppleCare+ or AppleCare One? We explain the difference in this post.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said there are two gaming controllers in the works.

If you have a USB port on the back of your router and don't know what to do with it, try some of these straightforward options.

CarPlay lets you bypass your car's lousy infotainment system, but some manufacturers have decided they don't want you doing that anymore.

HDMI cables can only transmit a signal so far, but these accessories can extend that when you need something more.

The PSX isn't just an alternative name for the first PlayStation. It was also a failed Sony console that never got a release outside Japan.

Your trackpad probably covers a part of your laptop that can become a fire hazard in a hurry, so if your trackpad is shifting, it needs immediate attention.

Wired earbuds like EarPods might seem like a relic of the past, but they still have their place (and come at a great price).

If you only need ports for a few low-power peripherals or a single external monitor, you may not need a docking station at all.

HDMI-CEC, or Anynet+ on Samsung TVs, lets you control all your devices with fewer remotes and button presses. It's well worth setting up properly.

Your phone is a magnet for germs, but there are gentle ways to clean it.