Norton Secure VPN Review: Great Option for Beginners

Quick Links Summary Norton Secure VPNcomes from one of the most established software companies in the world. It’s a perfect VPN for beginner-level users who need a simple solution to access geo-blocked content or secure their connection, but as I explain below, it has a few shortcomings too. Norton Secure VPN Secure private information like your passwords, bank details, and credit card numbers when using public Wi-Fi on your PC, Mac, or mobile device....

July 25, 2025 · 7 min · 1425 words · Nicole Hanson

PSA: You Can Email Books and Documents to Your Kindle

Quick Links Summary Every registered Kindle has a free unique email address you can use to deliver common eBook and document formats wirelessly to your Kindle. Have a book from outside the Amazon ecosystem and want to read it on your Kindle? Forget sideloading with an app or tethering with a USB cable. you’re able to just email it right to your Kindle. Why Do I Want to Email Files to My Kindle?...

July 25, 2025 · 6 min · 1144 words · Hannah Lin

Samsung Messages Just Got an Update, Even Though It’s Dead

The Samsung Galaxy S25 was notable for being a boring phone in a lot of ways, but there were a few noticable changes. It was the first Samsung S-series phone to come without the Samsung Messages app. In a bizarre move, though, Samsung is adding new features to the app it supposedly killed off. Samsung recently flipped back on support for RCS on its Messages app, which briefly supported RCS before becoming SMS-only again—RCS messages were to be handled by the Google Messages app....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 607 words · Joseph Kelly

The 5 Best Computers I’ve Ever Owned, Ranked

I’ve used a lot of computers over the years, including personal machines, review units forHow-To Geekand its sister sites, and borrowed devices. Some were fantastic, others were… not. Here are my five favorites from over the years. These are the five best computers I’ve owned at one point or another, ranked. I’ve had manyworsecomputers, like an old Lenovo Yoga laptop that kept soft-bricking after Windows updates—these are just my five favorites....

July 25, 2025 · 6 min · 1137 words · Brittany Clark

The Best Apple Pencil Alternatives of 2024

Read update A stylus is essential if you want to create tidy written notes or handcrafted artwork on your iPad. Though Apple Pencil is arguably the best choice of stylus for iPad owners, there are alternatives you might want to consider. UPDATE: 26-07-2025 We’ve swapped out two of our Apple Pencil alternatives for new picks. Check it out! Adonit Note MEKO Active iPad Stylus The most important thing you should check before buying a stylus is compatibility....

July 25, 2025 · 8 min · 1672 words · Patrick Bradford

The Best Digital Detox Apps for iPhone

Quick Links Taking a digital detox can involve things like app and website blocking or finding ways to focus without picking up your phone. These iPhone features and third-party apps can give you a head start. Screen Time Before turning to third-party apps, there are a few native features on your iPhone that you can use to limit the time you spend scrolling through apps.Screen Timeis not only a good way to monitor your daily or weekly activity and most used apps....

July 25, 2025 · 6 min · 1160 words · Meghan Guzman

The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Nintendo Switch 2 Have More in Common Than You'd Expect

My Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and my Nintendo Switch 2 are two of the most engaging devices I own right now. As different as these two devices seem, they have more in common than you’d think. 5They’re Both Portable Gaming Handhelds I bought a Nintendo Switch 2 on day one, largely on a whim. I didn’t want to fight for a pre-order, nor did I want to wake up early to get one in person on launch day before they sold out....

July 25, 2025 · 4 min · 844 words · Karen Ayala

The Most Important Nintendo Switch 2 Setting You Should Change Right Away

Did you pick up a Switch 2 recently, or are thinking of getting one in the next few weeks? One of the best things about Nintendo’s new console is the ability to play games anywhere thanks to its portability. Unfortunately, portability doesn’t mean much without battery life and the Switch 2 already struggles out of the gate in this department. Here’s how to give your Switch 2 a fighting chance at keeping the lights on for years to come....

July 25, 2025 · 4 min · 845 words · Peter Williams

The Password Paradox: Why Gen Z Is Choosing Convenience Over Security

As digital life gets more complex, managing passwords has become a balancing act between security and convenience. According to the latestBitwarden World Password Day survey, that balance is tipping in a concerning direction, especially for Gen Z and Millennials, who, despite understanding the risks, often take shortcuts that leave them vulnerable. This fifth annual global study by Bitwarden surveyed over 2,300 working adults across six countries, revealing a major gap between cybersecurity awareness and real-world behavior....

July 25, 2025 · 4 min · 778 words · Carrie Chavez

These Changes Make the iPhone 16 More Repairable

Apple has confirmed a few changes in the iPhone 16 series, intended to make the phones more easily repairable. However, there are still issues with getting an iPhone fixed that are unnecessary roadblocks. Apple says the iPhone 16’s internals are easier to access thanks to a reengineered interior. The standard iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus batteries use a new type of adhesive instead of pull tabs, which can be heated using a 9V cell to more easily and safely detach the battery from the logic board....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 492 words · Thomas Lee

These Games Prove There's a "Right Way" to Use Modern AI in Gaming

Summary There are plenty of concerns around the use of generative AI in modern video games. While some developers are looking into incorporating AI-generated assets and narratives into their games, others are using AI to bring seemingly impossible ideas to life. Modern AI Is an Important Tool for Game Developers AI has been a part of gaming since its inception, but recent advancements in AI technology aren’t as widely used by game developers....

July 25, 2025 · 8 min · 1520 words · Jennifer Olson

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for May 8 (#332)

Quick Links Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn’t—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they’re usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we’ve got you covered. What Is Connections? Connections is a game from the New York Times. The objective is simple: sort 16 words into groups of 4....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 519 words · Jessica Adkins

Ugreen Uno 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger 15W Review: A Convenient Desk Charger

Summary With two wireless charging spots, an extra USB-C output port, and a transforming digital face, theUgreen Uno 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger 15Wis a fairly complete power station. As convenient as it can be for charging an iPhone and AirPods at a desk, it has plenty of caveats, too. Ugreen Uno 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger 15W The Ugreen Uno 2-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charger 15W uses smart status emojis to enhance the user experience with fun....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 609 words · Joshua Arnold