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External hard drives are sensitive, and what seems like a minor drop can cause major damage that should be checked by a professional.

Uploading data tends to be much slower than downloading, and it turns out there's a very good explanation for it.

Joining two Ethernet cables together with a coupler is rare, but when your cords are suddenly too short, there are better options to extend your network.

Swapping SIM cards isn't something you'll do all the time, but when it does come up, you should do it carefully.

Your Nintendo Switch 2 is made to project its display to a TV. If it's not working, there are some things you should check.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wants a humanoid that can operate in a world designed for people, though the CEO says a robot 'brain' is a much bigger challenge.

Samsung's latest software update commitment for its tablets is great, but older devices can't take advantage of it.

Everyone getting online at the same time can slam the network, but working around these slowdowns is possible with a few tricks.

Smart home products most often harness Wi-Fi to function. But what can you do if you lose internet frequently?

What your PC is doing in the background doesn't need to be a mystery. Learn about what's happening and how to spot when something looks wrong.

Older PlayStations may be past their prime, but there are several ways you can make use of these consoles.

Here are some of the other, older vehicles that use fans for downforce like the Tesla Roadster does.

At least there's still Assassin's Creed Jade to look forward to.

It might sound weird to use Android Auto outside of a vehicle, but doing so has unexpected productivity benefits.

Android phone running out of space? Here's why and what you can do to get rid of old files.

Apple called the early demand "nothing short of extraordinary."

Don't underestimate this compact pickup.

Don't panic if your Amazon Echo is flashing a yellow light. Here's what that color means, how to clear it and how to tweak your Alexa notification settings.

The premium handheld is expected to start shipping in December.

Samsung's Auto Blocker protects your Galaxy phone from security threats, but it does have drawbacks. Here's what it does and when you might want to turn it off.

When using Google Maps, it isn't rare to see blurred locations. Why does this happen? The answer is simple, and it has everything to do with security.

Amazon Alexa is a very useful gadget to have at home, but it isn't exempt from having some issues. Fortunately, troubleshooting is easy as pie.

Ethernet will keep your devices connecting online in record time, while Wi-Fi keeps them untethered. But how well can they both work together?

If you're confused by Bluetooth speaker wattage, here's what those numbers actually mean. Spoiler: more wattage doesn't necessarily mean a louder speaker.

iPhone Handoff, which lets you share the same number on two devices, will cost you $10 a month on Verizon.

Xiaomi phone users know these phones have too many ads, and the reason is very simple. Learn how to remove them so they're not a hassle anymore.

Microsoft Office used to be a suite you could simply buy and it'd just work. Now, it's largely trapped behind a subscription. Here are some great free options.

When it works, it works!

EVs, with their enormous batteries, can suffer if they're charged in the wrong way. Here's what you should keep in mind when you next juice your vehicle.

Apple has tightened the App Store's rules against AI-generated nonconsensual intimate imagery.

No, but you can still swim with it!

Understand the speeds your Ethernet cable can transmit at help you diagnose where the slowdowns on your network are happening.

It's time to do something with that drawer full of old USB flash drives. Breathe new life into unused tech with simple, useful tricks spanning an array of uses.

There were a host of indie game showcases this week, so we're dig into some of the best announcements from them.

I drive upside down on the boulevard of broken dreams.

Thrusters are as good at flipping cars as they are at hunting ballistic missiles.

Dust off your old Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo cartridges.

If a company like Apple could offer $29 batteries before, it can do so again.

You can see the locations of known outdoor surveillance cameras in the MapQuest app.

Technics' flagship over-ear wireless headphones are light on compromises, but enter a competitive market.

An OpenAI research model hit a nebulous milestone today by pilfering test Ethereum tokens.

Steam has launched Achievement Sets in beta.

The ChatGPT browser extension lets you compare information from your open tabs.

The Apple Store is down ahead of pre-orders for the first folding iPhone.

Gmail's search can be frustrating and basic, but Google is finally smartening it up for AI plan subscribers.

Tesla's Roadster event was pretty exciting, to say the least.

Tesla has finally unveiled the next-generation Roadster.

The smart health company is gating third-party app syncing to its own subscription plan for new users.

If the proposal is enacted, it could cost $240 a year to watch YouTube in the UK.

Representative Ritchie Torres wants the FTC to establish regulations ensuring you can play the games you've purchased.