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The forgotten Chromebook that started it all
Google didn't even call the first Chromebook a "Chromebook." The Cr-48 had no interesting design and no bright logos - it wasn't even designed to be a product you could buy. Instead, it was a portal...
Can thrift shops save us from Shein?
Think about what you’re wearing right now. Did you pick it out? Or was it chosen for you by an algorithm you haven’t even considered? You may think it’s the former, but with the state of the...
Trading Volume Rose Nearly 94% Around Novig’s Sweeney Campaign
Novig said trading volume rose nearly 94% and first-time depositors increased more than 218% across the 20 days before and after its Sept. 9 “Just Sports” campaign starring Sydney Sweeney, according...
What’s the difference between battery capacity and battery life?
Battery capacity often plays into battery life, but an impressive capacity stat doesn't translate to excellent battery life.
This little-known app lets you display song lyrics on Apple CarPlay
You can host your own episode of Carpool Karaoke with the Dynamic Lyrics CarPlay widget.
Why this ancient cable still connects to modern TVs with a simple adapter
DVI to HDMI adapters are a cheap and simple way to connect up old hardware, but don't expect miracles.
How to improve your laptop’s webcam quality
Your laptop's webcam is not usually an impressive piece of hardware, but you can help make up for its shortcomings.
ICE is reportedly using a Palantir database to compile dossiers on protestors
An attorney representing protestors said this infringes on First Amendment rights.
New York’s Polymarket Fight Tests Sports Betting Taxes
New York has moved to sue Polymarket as prediction markets offer sports contracts outside the state’s sportsbook tax framework, raising questions about a gambling-tax base worth more than $1 billion...
How to check the temperature of your PC’s CPU
There's some solid free software that can help you keep tabs on your computer's health.