Spotify and Apple Music are great music apps that support CarPlay, but they cost money (excluding Spotify’s mediocre free tier). For some, it’s worth paying that price, but that money can add up. Plus, you might not be using most of the features that you’re paying for. If you’re using Spotify or Apple Music for podcasts, audiobooks, or discovering new music, know that there are plenty of free alternatives that still work with CarPlay, so you may continue jamming without draining your wallet....

I’ve owned the first-generation AirPods Pro since launch and always been incredibly pleased with them. I was so pleased, I never considered upgrading to the AirPods Pro 2 because I didn’t think there was anything to improve upon. Now I realize how wrong I was, just in time for a Prime Day sale. Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) Enjoy significant enhancements to the Apple AirPods Pro with this 2nd generation release, powered by Apple’s H2 processor....

Quick Links TheInsta360 Go 3may be smaller than the average thumb, but don’t let that deter you. This incredibleaction camcan capture 2.7K video at up to 30 frames per second, is submergible in water up to 16 feet deep, and can be magnetically docked to a number of useful accessories. Design: A Bold Little Camera About no bigger than my thumb, theInsta360 Go 3is 2.1 inches wide, 1 inch tall, 0....

Quick Links Summary If you’re considering upgrading to an iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max, comparing screens, cameras, internals, design, batteries, prices, and other factors can go a long way. Here’s how to pick between the best iPhones that money can buy. Both Models Get Slightly Updated Colors Like 2023’s iPhone 15 Pros, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max use grade 5 titanium for the housing....

Quick Links Summary There are risks involved in buying cheap Windows 10 keys. Microsoft does not allow keys to be sold as a stand-alone product, so it is unlikely that a free or deep-discount key came from an authorized source. Being cautious can mitigate the risks but never remove them entirely. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of websites that offer Windows 10 keys for sale, often at almost unbelievable prices....

Quick Links Summary While the new Jabra Elite 10 earbuds are aimed at the stationary crowd, these newJabra Elite 8 Activeearbuds are squarely focused on the adventurous type. The goal was to wrap excellent sound quality and ANC performance in a durable shell. It was an ambitious plan that mostly panned out. Jabra Elite 8 Active The Elite 8 Active are Jabra’s latest tough earbuds that are positioned to combat dust, water, drops, and sweat....

Summary JBL’s Xtreme 4Bluetooth speaker is loud enough to jump-start a gathering, while still being portable enough to carry it around. It’s a fine speaker choice, but its updates over the previous model are small and hard to recommend that Xtreme 3 owners upgrade. JBL Xtreme 4 Unleash the power of music with JBL Xtreme 4. Experience unparalleled sound quality, robust durability, and seamless connectivity in this ultimate portable speaker....

Summary Keeper Securityis a popular password manager that promises to keep your data safe. It claims to be the most downloaded app of its kind, so I decided to take it for a spin and see if it lives up to the hype. Keeper Keeper Security is a solid password manager, yet offers little to stand out. What Can Keeper Security Do? Keeper Security is apassword managerthat can help you keep you safe online by storing and autofilling your passwords for you, as well as other other types of data....

Summary Is your keyboard typing different characters than the ones printed on its keys? This can happen when you switch the keyboard layout, but it can also result from app-specific problems, misconfigured language settings, outdated keyboard drivers, or other factors. Here are some solutions you can try. Check for App-Specific Issues If your keyboard is typing the wrong characters only within a specific app, but types correctly elsewhere, the issue might be limited to that application....

Summary Following a tried-and-true design, theLenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Gen 10 laptopdelivers a conveniently lightweight, convertible build. For a 2-in-1, it packs a punch with a brilliant OLED display, excellent webcam, responsive inputs, a decent speaker system, and solid performance. Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Gen 10 Aura Edition The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Aura Edition is a sleek, premium laptop with a vibrant 2.8K OLED touchscreen that delivers gorgeous graphics. Its Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU, AI features, and 32GB of RAM make it a great option for professionals looking for a convertible laptop that doubles as a tablet....

LG 27GX790A-B 27-inch Ultragear OLED Gaming Monitor The LG 27-inch UltraGear OLED gaming monitor has a very fast 480Hz refresh rate, an incredibly quick 0.03ms response time, and QHD resolution for sharp and detailed visuals. Thanks to its OLED panel, it has bright, vibrant colors and deep, true blacks for excellent picture quality. It also comes with useful features like compatibility with both G-Sync and FreeSync, and it can be adjusted for height, tilt, and swivel to fit your preferred setup....

Quick Links It’s one thing to personalize your Android phone’s wallpaper. It’s another entirely to swap out all the app icons for a stylish, cohesive set. If you’re looking to do just that, then you need Icon Pack Studio. Why You Need Icon Pack Studio There are various ways to install an icon pack. The standard approach has long been to simply install a theme from the Play Store, just like you would an app....

It’s really hard to believe, but theXbox 360has been around for almost two decades now. Microsoft’s entry in the seventh console generation came out in 2005, 18 years ago as of the time of writing. Since then, a successor, the Xbox One, came out in 2013, and successors to that successor, theXbox Series Xand Series S, came out in 2020. Still, that console was so popular that it’s still used a fair bit today, and Microsoft has kept its online store around....