Quick Links Spotlight can help you accomplish a lot on your Mac, but it isn’t perfect. Apple’s combined search tool and launcher lacks many advanced features that alternatives, such as Raycast, offer. These range from controlling third-party apps to making use of online services and even AI tools. Here are seven Raycast features that’ll make you want to ditch Spotlight on your Mac. 1Clipboard History to View Everything You Copy macOS doesn’t natively support clipboard history....

Quick Links Security and privacy are the top concerns for most people these days. With everyone wondering what data their phone collects about them, maybe it’s time to consider switching to a privacy-based OS like GrapheneOS. If you’re planning to switch, you should know a few things. What’s GrapheneOS? GrapheneOS is a secure,privacy-first mobile operating system based on Androidbut with advanced security features. While many privacy-focused systems require expertise, GrapheneOS is designed for both tech enthusiasts and regular users alike....

Quick Links Windows 11’s Run dialog box gives you quick access to various system features and installed apps. Launching this dialog box is as easy as pressing a keyboard shortcut or selecting a menu item. I’ll show you the available options to launch this useful utility. Use a Keyboard Shortcut to Open Run The easiest and quickest way to launch Run on Windows 11 is byusing a keyboard shortcut. This opens the dialog box in a second....

Apple Arcade is a mobile gaming subscription that offers excellent quality games built on a simple foundation of zero adverts and in-app purchases, but it could always be better. An Ultimate Tier One of the most appealing aspects of Apple Arcade is the relatively cheap $6.99 monthly price tag. For this you getaccess to over 200 games, which you’re able to play on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. You can also bundle Apple Arcade in with Apple One (and you get a three-month free trial when you buy an eligible Apple device)....

ASUS now sells an Air Ionizer computer monitor. Available in three sizes, the monitor should remove odor and fine particulates, such as pollen, from the air around your desk. This monitor is not an “air purifier.” Rather, it contains an integrated, filterless air ionizer—a small machine that releases positively or negatively-charged ions into the air. These ions attach to airborne particles like pollen or dust, leaving them with a static charge....

The luxury market is packed with tough competition. Put SUVs to the wayside and focus on cars, and BMW has decimated rivals like Lexus and Cadillac, with the 4-Series standing out as the best-selling luxury car in 2025. If a compelling blend of performance, comfort, and brand prestige is what you’re after, then there is no better option. With its balanced styling and enthusiast-driven dynamics, the 4-Series resonates with buyers who want luxury and thrilling performance....

With a gasoline- or diesel-powered vehicle, you pull up to the gas station, fill up the tank with fuel, and you’re good to go. Depending on the vehicle, this process can take as little as five minutes. In contrast,electric vehicles—except perhaps forBYD’s latest models—typically take much longer to charge, even the best-performing ones. But what if you could swap it out instead of waiting to charge the battery? Why Charge When You Can Swap?...

Today, you can grab theCivilization VI Platinum Editionfor absolutely free. For a limited time, you can snag this highly acclaimed strategy game and all its content without spending a dime onthe Epic Games Store. Just sign in, and you can get this game added to your library. This isn’t just the base game; it’s the Platinum Edition, packed with all the expansions and content that will keep you building and conquering for countless hours....

Quick Links Summary Does Discord keep resetting your volume to random levels on your computer? Are you frustrated because it won’t go away despite manually setting the volume? If so, you’ve come to the right place. There are a few tweaks you can make to your app and your computer to make your volume levels stick. Set the Same Volume Level in Discord’s Desktop and Phone App If you use Discord with the same account on your iPhone or Android phone, make sure your mobile app uses the same volume level as your desktop app....

Quick Links Summary Feeling pulled in a million directions by your phone’s constant buzzes and pings? You’re not alone. iPhones and Android phones are masters at interrupting our focus and hijacking our attention. But it doesn’t have to be this way. You can take control of your phone and reclaim some peace. Your Phone Works For You First and foremost, the most important thing to understand is a smartphone is a tool....

Summary Modern life is a little hectic, so anything that can help with one of the boring, repetitive, tasks we’re all expected to perform will likely be welcome in most households. Robot vacuums attempt to do just that. They tackle what should be a daily cleaning task and allow us to get on with other things. Eufy, one of Anker’s brands, has released theEufy X8 Pro, an upgraded version of its X8 robot vacuum....

Quick Links Unfortunately, I found that FastVPN is not very fast at all. Its speeds fluctuate so much that it’s close to unusable at times. However, that doesn’t mean it’s a total loss; there is a very specific type of customer who may still get a lot of use out of FastVPN. Before I explain that, though, let’s go over my speed tests. Is FastVPN, You Know,Fast? I ranspeed testsfor hours, and it’s not since I did thePrivadoVPN reviewthat I have seen speeds that oscillate this wildly....

The intimidating world of overlanding is enough to deter anyone from getting into this lifestyle. Social media has showcased countless behemoth-like rigs with lifted aftermarket suspension, tricked-out caps, and rooftop tents that offer better outfitting than your average inner-city apartment. It does have the ability to turn you away, to stop you from trying, but it doesn’t need to be that way. You don’t need to spend a fortune to start enjoying the overlanding lifestyle....