Quick Links Summary The main difference between IPv4 and the newer IPv6 is the availability of addresses. IPv6 offers over 1,000 times the number of unique addresses offered by IPv4. There are some other technical differences that make IPv6 more secure and flexible, but its speed is usually the same as IPv4. An internet protocol (IP) is a set of rules used to move packets of information through the internet to their intended destination....

The quality of OLED is plainly better than LCD. However, OLED computer monitors are still somewhat rare. Customers worry that these monitors may bevulnerable to OLED burn-in—a problem that’s accelerated by non-moving onscreen elements (such as the Windows Taskbar). Now, LG is reassuring potential buyers with a very simple strategy. Instead of pretending that burn-in isn’t a problem, it’s retroactively adding burn-in coverage to an OLED monitor’s two-year warranty. We can thankThe Verge’s Sean Hollister for this development....

Summary The Nintendo Switch Lite is still a fantastic gaming handheld. While there are a number of budget-conscious retro handhelds out there, my recommendation for handheld gamers on a budget is to skip those and instead get a pre-owned Switch Lite. Here’s why. Get Gaming on the Switch Lite for Less Than $100 If you take a minute to browse eBay for a pre-owned Switch Lite, you’ll finda ton of offerslisted for less than $100....

Summary Netflix has announced that it will finally support the increasingly popular HDR10+ format. This format rivals Dolby Vision and should greatly improve the quality of your favorite movies and shows—as long as you have a supported device. With this change, Netflix now supports three major formats, with the goal of delivering better sound, crisp pictures, and stunning visuals to our living rooms and devices. Now, Netflix supports HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision....

Dell has unveiled the Alienware 16 Area-51 and 18 Area-51 gaming laptops, featuring advanced cooling systems and premium designs. Both models boast improved sound and visuals with Dolby Vision and Atmos support, as well as customizable lighting and power settings through the Alienware Command Center software. Both laptops have the Alienware Cryo-Tech Cooling system, which includes a special cryo-chamber to boost airflow, and they use advanced thermal material to keep the graphics cool....

Summary Spotify does a good job of implementing features that allow friends and families to enjoy music together. The “Jam” feature was a work in progress for years, which may have led people to write it off. But following its full implementation last year, it’s finally time to take Jams seriously. What Is a Spotify Jam? Jams are real-time listening sessions that multiple Spotify users can join from their respective accounts....

Quick Links Summary If your OneDrive account is running out of space, you can either buy more storage or clear space by deleting unused files, removing large email attachments, emptying the recycle bin, or relocating data. If you don’t want to pay for more storage, here’s how you can tidy up OneDrive and create room for new data. 1. Ensure Your Subscription Hasn’t Expired When your OneDrive (or Microsoft 365) subscription expires, your account reverts to the free version, offering just 5GB of storage....

If you’ve been eyeing the recently-announced OnePlus Watch 3 as your next smartwatch, you might need to wait a bit to get your hands on one. OnePlus is apparently delaying most shipments of its latest smartwatch, and it’s all thanks to an issue with the watch’s appearance that made it through all the way to production. OnePlus has announced that its latest smartwatch, theOnePlus Watch 3, will be delayed until April 2025....

Samsung Internethas been the main web browser for Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets for years. It has been a popular browser for other Android devices too, thanks to its customizable interface and added features over Google Chrome, and now Samsung has released a version for Windows PCs. The existing version of Samsung Internet for mobile devices is a modified version of Chromium, using much of the same code that powers Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Vivaldi, and most other web browsers (excluding Safari and Firefox)....

For years, we’ve been seeing teasers and leaks about a tri-folding Samsung phone, and it’s finally coming soon. Many expected Samsung to showcase the fancy “Galaxy G Fold” at its Unpacked event this week, alongside theall-new Galaxy Z Fold 7. No such phone was revealed, but there’s still some good news for the future. While Samsung Unpacked 2025 went off as expected, debuting three new folding phones, theGalaxy Watch 8 series, and more, the triple-folding phone was surprisingly absent....

Summary If you’re hitting the road, sea, or sky for an extended time, theSatechi 145W USB-C 4-Port GaN Travel Chargeris the portable power station you’ll want to take with you. It’s small enough to pack, comes with multiple power adapters, and delivers terrific charging performance. Satechi 145W USB-C 4-Port GaN Travel Charger Efficiently charge up to four devices at a time with the Satechi 145W USB-C 4-Port GaN Travel Charger. Driven by powerful GaN technology, this sleek charger utilizes the latest Power Delivery 3....

Quick Links Tax season is here, and it’s time to start thinking about how to get your return filed easily and accurately. If you’re looking for an efficient tax preparation provider,Liberty Taxcan help. Their services are convenient and affordable, and they’re currently offering an exclusive discount for How-To Geek readers. Get Your Taxes Done Right Filing taxes can sometimes feel overwhelming, which is why Liberty Tax offers three convenient solutions to help you file your return with more help and less hassle....

Summary After years of procrastination, I finally took the plunge to change my extremely weak (but also extremely easy to enter) Wi-Fi password to astrong onethat not only would be hard to brute force, but also a headache to enter even if you knew it. All I had to do was update all my smart devices with the new credentials. Simple, right? A Simple Wi-Fi Update Turned Into an Ordeal Most smart home devices make it rather easy to update Wi-Fi credentials via an app....