Quick Links Amazon Astrotries its best to be the first practical general-purpose personal robot. Unfortunately, outside of some specific use cases arguably better served by other devices, you’ll likely struggle to find uses for it. The idea of a personal robotics revolution was hyped as far back asthe early 1980s. Unlike the personal computing revolution, however, the robot takeover proved to be a false start, at least outside ofautonomous vacuums. Thanks to benefits that never extended beyond “fun toy,” little headway has been made in personal robotics in the decades since....

The upcoming iOS 17.4 update bringsPQ3 encryptionto iMessage. This cryptographic protocol anticipates future threats that may arrive in the era of quantum computing. In theory, the PQ3 implementation makes iMessage the most secure messaging platform in the world. iMessage was one of the first mainstream messaging platforms to implementend-to-end encryption(E2EE) by default. When a message is protected by E2EE, it’s turned into a mess of gibberish that can only be decoded by a set of cryptographic keys....

Summary A good gaming headset can be a hefty investment. TheASUS ROG Peltaisn’t dirt cheap, but it’s more affordable than most high-end gaming headsets. Despite its approachable price point, it offers a good level of quality and has several excellent features for its price. ASUS ROG Pelta The ASUS ROG Pelta is a mid-range budget gaming headset that is comfortable, has great audio and microphone quality, and excellent battery life. For anybody looking for a quality headset for under $200, the Pelta is a good choice...

Quick Links You’ve probably heard about the dangers of blue light from digital displays. Apparently, it’s damaging our eyes and disrupting our sleep cycles. Here’s the good news—blue light is not that big of a deal. Allow me to explain. The claims about blue light are everywhere. If you’ve purchased glasses in recent years, you’ve probably even been pitched blue-blocking lenses. A lot of these claims sound perfectly reasonable, which has led many people to believe them....

Summary You can get webcams in just about any quality level and price range imaginable, from dirt cheap at less than $20 to well over a few hundred dollars. TheCreative Live! Cam Sync 4K Webcamcomes in on the lower side of webcams, and the features line up with its $59.99 price tag. The camera delivers decent build quality, a physical privacy cover and a mute toggle, as well as both autofocus and backlight compensation....

We’re constantly sharing information, from work emails to social media updates and online shopping. But how often do you think about the security of your digital life? That’s where cyber hygiene comes in. Like washing your hands, practicing cyber hygiene can keep your online presence safe. Regular Software Updates Outdated software is like an open door for hackers. Developers release updates not just for cool new features but also to fix vulnerabilities that attackers can exploit....

Quick Links Summary Does Windows 11 or Windows 10 continue your file downloads when your PC enters sleep mode? Do you want to download a file but are worried sleep mode will interrupt that download? We’ll answer those questions as well as give you some relevant tips here in this guide. Let’s dive in. Can You Keep Downloads Running While Windows Is in Sleep Mode? The answer to that question is no....

Quick Links Summary Are you looking to kick someone out of your server and want to know if Discord will notify them of your action? You’ve come to the right place. Let’s explore what Discord alerts users about, what exactly happens when you kick a user, and how to do that in Discord. If You Kick Someone From a Discord Server, Will They Know? If you’re consideringremoving someone from your Discord server, you may be wondering if Discord will let them know that you’ve removed them from the server....

Summary Video games make excellent Christmas gifts, as long as the person you’re buying for can play them. Current generation consoles have one important caveat to be aware of. Buying the “Right” PlayStation and Xbox Games Not all current-generation consoles have a disc drive, which can present an issue if you want to buy someone a game. If you buy the physical disc version of a game, from a retail store or online retailer, you’d better be sure that the recipient has a console with a disc drive....

Quick Links Summary Does Microsoft Edge keep placing itsshortcut on your desktopon its own without you telling it to do so? Your frustration will soon be over, as we’ll show you how to stop Microsoft’s web browser from creating its shortcut and cluttering your desktop. Let’s get started. Stop Edge From Creating a Desktop Shortcut Using Registry Editor The most reliable way to prevent Edge from making its shortcut on your desktop is by tweaking a value inyour Windows registry....

Summary A gorgeous desktop paired with decent sit/stand legs. I’ve had a lot of odd pitches come my way as a tech reviewer. So when ChopValue approached me with a standing desk, that didn’t seem all that unusual. Until the company explained that it made thedesktop out of used chopsticks. Now that I have one in person, all I can say is: wow, this is beautiful. As an amateur woodworker, I typically prefer to build my own desks....

Quick Links I used to hate working out, but I realized that I wasn’t looking in the right places for help. After dabbling with Apple Fitness+, I wanted to keep my fitness streak going by trying out a mix of workouts, so I experimented with a bunch of apps. Here are the best fitness apps for iPhone that have kept me hooked. 1Stay on Track WithNike Run Club This is one of the best apps to use if you are looking to get into running....

Quick Links Summary Connect wired or wireless headphones to your PlayStation 5, then head to Settings > Sound and run the setup under 3D Audio for Headphones. Alternatively, use the 3D Audio for TV Speakers setup process to fine-tune your TV speakers to your surroundings using the microphone on the DualSense controller. The PlayStation 5 isn’t just capable of impressive 4K HDR graphics but immersive audio too. This is thanks to Sony’s 3D Audio technology which allows you to use almost any headphones to get surround sound in select titles....