Windows 11's Revamped Settings, Start Menu Updates, and More: Windows Wednesday

Welcome back to Windows Wednesday, where we take a look at everything new in Windows 11 across all development and release channels. Here’s everything Microsoft rolled out in Windows this week. You canjoin the Windows Insider programto try out experimental features, but some changes are on a gradual rollout and not yet available to all Insider program members. You should not install Windows Insider builds on an important computer. Settings Even though the modern Settings appdates back to Windows 8in 2012, Microsoft still hasn’t finished moving everything out of the old Control Panel....

June 22, 2025 · 3 min · 475 words · David Hickman

Windows 11: How Much RAM Can Your PC Have?

Quick Links RAM—random-access memory—is your computer’s short-term data storage. You’ll need more RAM for gaming and other complex tasks like video rendering and media creation than you will for basic desktop usage. But how much RAM can your computer take? RAM Limit for Windows 11: How Much Can You Use? Windows 11’s RAM limit depends on which edition of Windows 11 you have. For example, Windows 11 Home can use up to 128 GB (gigabytes) of RAM, whileWindows 11 Prosupports a maximum of 2 TB (terabytes) of RAM....

June 22, 2025 · 3 min · 578 words · Tonya Stone

Yale Approach Lock: A Great Smart Lock for Apartment Doors

Summary Far more than its “baby’s first smart lock” appearance may suggest, theYale Approach Lock with Wi-Filets you easily retrofit your existing deadbolt to be web-connected. It installs fast, works great, and is supported by a rock-solid companion app. If only Yale had gone with a rechargeable battery, instead of four standard AA ones, things could have been even better. Yale Approach Lock This sleek and modern lock seamlessly integrates with your front door and makes accessing your home simpler and more convenient than ever before....

June 22, 2025 · 7 min · 1445 words · Justin Moore

You Can Now Try Firefox’s Vertical Tabs

Last month, Mozilla announced that it’s working on a bunch of new features for Firefox, including tab grouping, vertical tabs, sidebar, and a new profile management system. The vertical tabs and sidebar updates were just rolled out for testing. Mozilla says Firefox users have long requested better tab management and organization. The update, offered in Firefox Nightly 131, promises to deliver that experience. Firefox Nightly 131 improves the left-hand sidebar, featuring shortcuts for settings, bookmarks, and now vertical tabs....

June 22, 2025 · 2 min · 331 words · Andrew Patterson

10 Paramount+ Shows You Need to Binge This Week (June 30)

With the long holiday weekend on its way, this week is the perfect time to sink into your next summer Paramount+ binge. I’ve got you covered with some of the best police procedurals and parodies, a little bit of science fiction and mystery, and even some true crime. Kick back and relax this week with these 10Paramount+shows. 2023 2 16 Status Ongoing If you like to play outside the lines and get a little dirty, this is the show for you, and it’s fascinating....

June 21, 2025 · 10 min · 1960 words · Kenneth Mcgee

2025 Moon Phase Calendar: What Is March 24th's Moon Phase?

If you’re planning on observing the night sky, going for a night hike, or trying to snap a shot of the Moon, the phase is incredibly important. Here’s everything you need to know about the current Lunar phase, as well as what you may expect in the near future. What Is the Moon Phase on March 24th? Today, the moon is 29% full, which puts it in the waning crescent phase....

June 21, 2025 · 4 min · 690 words · Rebecca Lopez

5 Reasons You Should Buy a Windows PC Instead of a Mac

Quick Links It’s time to buy a new computer, but you’ve got a tough choice ahead of you: do you buy or build a Windows PC or go for a Mac instead? Here are some of the reasons you might want to go for a Windows PC instead of a Mac. You Want Freedom of Choice Windows is a hardware-agnostic operating system. It’s a platform that’s designed to run on as many systems as possible, from a wide range of manufacturers....

June 21, 2025 · 8 min · 1592 words · Tammy Gordon

5 Smart Doorbell Brands With Poor Privacy Records

Quick Links Smart doorbells offer a sense of security, allowing you to see who’s at your door from anywhere. But this convenience can come at a cost—your privacy. It’s important to be aware that some brands have less-than-stellar track records when it comes to protecting your data. Putting a 24/7 camera at your front door has some inherent risks, but you don’t have to sign away your privacy to have one....

June 21, 2025 · 4 min · 686 words · Wesley Clay

5 Tips to Maximize Battery Life on Your Galaxy Watch

Quick Links The Galaxy Watch is an awesome device that makes life so much easier—until the battery dies. If you’ve got the feeling that your Galaxy Watch just doesn’t last long enough on one battery charge, these tips will help you draw out every extra minute. 1Turn Off Location Tracking When You Aren’t Using It Every single thing your Galaxy Watch does consumes some battery life. While you obviously need location tracking when you are using your GPS, there’s not much of a reason to keep it on when it’s not actively in use....

June 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1080 words · Wesley Lee

6 Reasons People Spend Too Much Money On GPUs

Quick Links GPUs are one of the most sought-after and expensive computer components, but there’s a good chance the typical GPU buyer is spending more than they need to on that shiny new graphics card, and (you guessed it) I’m going to tell you why. Different board partners (the companies that actually make the cards) have small profit margins, and are in heated competition with each other. Which is why they’ll do absolutely anything to get your dollars versus the other options for the same model of GPU....

June 21, 2025 · 4 min · 792 words · Kelli Knox

6 Things That Are Taking Up Way Too Much Space on Your iPhone

Are you tired of seeing low storage warnings on your iPhone? Maybe you’re just dreading the day you have to take matters into your own hands and start purging items. Freeing up storage space on your iPhone doesn’t need to be a complex procedure since the majority of space is likely being occupied by a few things. you may take some steps to mitigate this, like offloading as much as possible to iCloud....

June 21, 2025 · 8 min · 1674 words · Jason Marshall

8 Apps to Improve Your Google Pixel Watch

Quick Links One of the major selling points of a Wear OS smartwatch like the Pixel Watch is the ability to install apps. Many popular services like Spotify and WhatsApp have watch apps, but there are many other options floating around that you might be more likely to miss. Google Keep Google Keep needs no introduction. Google’s approach to digital sticky notes is great because it’s simple (Google Keep existed for years before even getting rich text formatting), and the experience translates excellently to a smartwatch....

June 21, 2025 · 5 min · 1029 words · Joseph Olson

8 ChatGPT Features You Can't Access on All Platforms

Quick Links There are multiple ways to use ChatGPT, with mobile apps for iOS and Android, desktop apps for macOS and Windows, and a web app that you can access in a browser. However, not every platform has access to the same set of features. If you mainly stick to using one platform, there may be some features you’re missing out on. 8Custom GPTs (Browser Only) ChatGPT allows you tocreate your own custom GPTsto do specific jobs....

June 21, 2025 · 8 min · 1525 words · Nicolas Herman