Quick Links Summary Subwoofer placement is a system of trial-and-error. We can’t tell your the “best” location for your subwoofer, but we can help you find it with some simple instructions. Asubwooferprovides bone-rattling bass and fills in the low-mid detail that’s often missing from stereo speakers. It’s an essential addition to any home theater or hi-fi audio system, but unfortunately, finding a place to stick your subwoofer may be easier said than done....

Summary Buying the same brand keeps things affordable and easy. When it comes to cordless power tools there’s no shortage of options. Walk into any hardware store, and you’ll quickly beoverwhelmed with choices. If you’re wondering what to buy and asking yourself, “should I stick with one brand of power tools?” here are a few things to consider. Whether you’re looking for a new impact drill, orbit sander, circular saw, or even an electric screwdriver, you should absolutely stick with one brand....

The revised Start menu was one of the most controversial parts of Windows 11. Here’s how Microsoft is experimenting with fixing it. What’s Wrong with the Start Menu? There has been a ton written on the UI changes between Windows 10 and Windows 11, but few things have generated as much controversy as the Start menu. Some don’t like how large it is, others don’t like that it is impossible to see a comprehensive list of your apps and your pinned apps simultaneously—something Windows 10 has perfected over the years....

Summary Smart lights offer a range of benefits: convenience, mood-setting, security, and more. But with more options than ever before, how do you set about making the right choices for your home? Why Consider Smart Lights in the First Place? I’m a huge fan of smart lighting. I love the fact that my kitchen and bathroom lights switch on when I walk in, and that my wardrobe lighting activates as soon as I open the door....

Summary Virtual reality headsets can be a great way to watch movies, TV shows, and other videos on a large screen from anywhere. Meta Quest headsets can store and play video files from local storage, but there are a few different playback options, and the copy process can be tedious. It’s worth noting that you aren’t entirely limited to your own media collection. There are official apps forYouTube,Netflix,Amazon Prime Video,Peacock, andPluto TV....

Quick Links A long time ago, in smartphones that looked very different, there were SD card slots for expanding storage. That’s a long-lost feature, but it’s still surprisingly easy to use external physical storage with your iPhone or Android phone. The iPhone has never included a microSD card slot, but it was a staple in Android phones for many years. One of the last flagship Android phones with an SD card slot was the Samsung Galaxy S20 series in 2020....

Quick Links Whether you’re authoring a college essay or tearing it up in an online debate, entering text should be as easy and efficient as possible. Windows has tons of built-in tools and features that take the pain out of typing and get you on the road to keyboard nirvana. Look Up Copied Content in Your Clipboard History Of all these text entry tricks, this is probably the one I use the most....

Summary Frustrated by your computer constantly restarting on its own? A disruptive reboot loop can make it hard to be productive. Luckily, there are several ways to troubleshoot the issue, and we’re going to show you 11 of them. 1. Check for Power Supply Issues Your computer could be randomly rebooting due toa failing power supply unit (PSU). To be sure, look for the following signs as well: You can call a computer repair professional to look at your PSU....

Quick Links Have you ever spent a casual afternoon in stitches because one of your friends kept setting off all the traps? If yes, you know how much fun co-op gaming can be. Alas, Android games that aren’t PvP games are hard to come by, so I’ve curated a list of games that are an absolute blast to play with friends. 1Otherworld Legends Otherworld Legendsis my favorite roguelite Android game of all time....

Deciding what to watch is always a struggle, especially if you’re short on time—you don’t want to waste your weekend on a dud. That’s why I’ve rounded up threeAmazon Prime Videoseries that are high-quality and can be binged in a couple of days. These three shows are included with your Prime Video subscription, so you don’t need to fork over any extra money. Happy viewing! 2025 1 8 4 hours 47 minutes...

Want to learn how to code? An ambitious goal, you might say, but it’s doable, even playable. Yup, that’s right, you may learn to code just by playing games! Why Play Games to Learn Python? You see, incorporating games to help youlearn a programming language like Pythontransforms the process into more of an enjoyable and interactive activity instead of just feeling like another task. It’s perfect for not just the younger folk, but also the older ones too....

Quick Links One of the most complicated aspects of Linux gaming is the question of compatibility. If you want to find out whether your favorite games will run on Linux, here are some resources that can provide an easy answer. 1Use the Steam Deck Compatibility Checker Since SteamOS is built on Arch Linux, games that run onSteam Deckwill generally also run on other Linux distributions so long as you’re using Proton to run them....

Quick Links When asking the people around me why they play retro video games, they all gave the same reason—nostalgia. That got me wondering what else keeps players reaching for games from the 80s to the early 2000s. Here are some of my own, not-as-nostalgia-based reasons for loving these time capsules of art and tech. 1They’re a Low-Cost Way to Level Up Your Collection After nostalgia, price is my second most obvious reason to check out retro titles....