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Wait, what are the rules around cellphone etiquette now?
Recently, while taking the metro to work, I encountered something that shocked me. The train was pulling up, just as the man in front of me tapped to pay to go through the gate, and a woman pushed...
This weather threat costs us billions. And it’s about to get worse.
Kevin Ross removes damaged vinyl sheets from underneath his sister's mobile home in Watkins, Colorado. The trailer park was heavily damaged by hail and very strong winds. | Denver Post/Getty Images...
How powerful of a power bank do you need to safely charge a laptop?
A power bank is more than its capacity. You also need to know how fast it can deliver power so your laptop doesn't drain while it's connected.
Your old GPU could be worth more than you think
Your old GPU could be a goldmine thanks to the RAMaggedon.
Stop bringing your phone in the shower: How steam can ruin ‘waterproof’ phones
Phone manufacturers are pretty direct in their guidance on this one.
Apple hit with $5.7 billion in damages over haptic patents
Haptics tech company Taction sued Apple in 2021, alleging it infringed two of its patents. Now a federal jury in San Diego has awarded Taction over $5.7 billion in damages. According to CNBC, "The...
This external GPU uses Wi-Fi to transform any device into a gaming rig
The WiCi One is available for preorders starting at $1,999.
Decap is the man behind the drums behind your favorite song
Drums on film. | Image: Decap I don't think I'm going to hurt anyone's feelings by pointing out that Decap doesn't have the name recognition of Kendrick Lamar, Olivia Rodrigo, or Charli XCX. But his...
You can use your old laptop to make a smart home hub
An old netbook can automate the devices that otherwise aren't interested in talking to one another.
How to properly clean your laptop fan
Start with the vents before you reach for a screwdriver.