Summary As much as I love my Nintendo Switch, and spend more time playing on it than any other system I own, the truth is that the Nintendo eShop is filled with a disproportionate amount of junk. Much of it is designed to grab a dollar or two from you and take advantage of Nintendo’s stance on refunds—there are none. However, you can avoid this “shovelware” with ease. What Is Shovelware?...

Remember the late 2000s and early 2010s where it looked like the next big advancement, as far as TVs went, was 3D? A lot of TVs started coming out with 3D support, letting you have a sense of depth to what you saw on your screen. All TV manufacturers tried really hard to get 3D TVs to stick, but this effort was ultimately futile, as 3D all but faded away from TVs over the course of the next few years....

Summary The popular phone manufacturer Xiaomi debuted an all-new modular phone concept at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 this week, and it looks quite impressive. This new phone has a magnetic array on the back, similar to MagSafe, but the focus is on photography enthusiasts. The XiaomiModular Optical System(MOS) shown at MWC 2025 reminds me of the old Samsung Galaxy Camera, only built for modern times. The project is only a concept for now, but knowing Xiaomi, it could end up becoming a real product....

Quick Links The first memory I have of the concept of time is a watch face—plain white background with black numbers around the edge. Maybe this influenced my choice of a time management daily planner, but Sectograph hits all the right spots and has convinced me that time really is a flat circle. What Is Sectograph? Sectographis the app that changed how I see the day and plan my schedule. Available forAndroidandiPhone, this time management app has given me a different perspective on how I spend my time....

Rolls-Royce may be famous for crafting the world’s mostluxurious cars, but did you know Toyota—usually known for its affordable, reliable vehicles—has a super-luxuriousSUVthat outshines the Rolls-Royce Cullinan? It’s true, but there’s a catch: this ultra-luxurious ride is only available in Japan. The World’s Most Luxurious Toyota SUV Isn’t a Lexus Luxury SUVs are the ultimate symbol of status, with brands like Rolls-Royce reigning supreme in the ultra-premium market. However,Toyotahas crafted an SUV that is so luxurious that it goes toe-to-toe with the Cullinan....

Quick Links Used PC parts can be a great way to save a buck on a new PC build or upgrade, but while some are a good idea, there are certain scenarios where you might not want to buy something used. Which parts should you buy, and which ones should you avoid? How to Shop for Used PC Parts First off, we need to go over a few general tips on how to buy used parts on online storefronts....

Velotric, a new electric bike manufacturer focusing on premium bikes for an affordable price, just released its second bike with a bunch of bells and whistles. The newVelotric Nomad 1is a fat tire ebike built to handle any terrain so that you can explore anywhere like a nomad. At first glance, the Nomad 1 looks nearly identical to the brand’s originalDiscover 1, but there’s a lot that’s new. For starters, it packs massive 26x4-inch fat tires with aggressive tread to take on dirt, gravel, and more....

Summary XR, or extended reality, promises augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) in one. A device like Apple’s high-profile Vision Pro certainly fits the XR definition, but its sky-high price and closed ecosystem present some real barriers to entry. Viture, with its newest generation of extended reality products, aims to deliver a relatively low-cost, multiplatform alternative with theViture Pro XR Glasses. Although they can’t compete on style or seamless integration, the product does a solid job of delivering genuinely useful and entertaining features for a relatively low price....

Summary Spend enough time looking at lists of “beginner” Linux distributions, and a name you’ll notice frequently is elementary OS. Despite reading many of those lists, I hadn’t tried it before, so I decided to spend a month with elementary OS as my daily driver desktop. Here’s what I learned about the project and how I felt about my experience. What Is elementary OS? elementary OSis an operating system you can use on your PC in place of something like Windows or macOS....

Like a heat wave, Netflix is coming in hot with a fresh new crop of movies and TV shows for July 2025, giving you more than enough excuses to hunker down inside to stay cool. Whether you’re into true-crime, drama, anime, supernatural series, or returning classics,Netflix’shighlights for the month include Adam Sandler’s return to the links, a different Sandman ringing in a second season, and Charlize Theron continuing to kick ass....

Quick Links While theSteam Deckis thebest retro gaming consoleyou can get right now, theROG Ally from ASUScould dethrone it if its$700 price leakis true. Here’s why. Steam Deck Is Great but Struggles Emulating Some Systems The Deck is the definitive emulation machine you can get right now, but even it has a few tough-to-crack nuts. The first is PS3 emulation. PlayStation 3 emulation has come a long way in the last decade, with theRPCS3evolving into a powerful emulator capable of running many PS3 games with excellent performance....

Summary Many online services, especially ones that have been around for a while, will ask you to create password hints when creating an account with them. Password hints are a terrible idea, and you shouldn’t use them. Let’s go over why, and what you’re able to do instead. What Are Password Hints? If you were around at the beginning of the web, you’re probably more familiar with password hints than any younger readers....

Quick Links Summary Why pay for a journaling app when your iPhone includes one for free? Journal lets you record your thoughts, photos and videos, activities, and more in a simple, private diary. Here’s why you should give it a try. Why It’s a Good Idea to Start a Journal Everyone has their reasons for starting a journal, and everyone’s journal looks different. For some, it’s a means of getting thoughts down “on paper” while for others it’s a much simpler affair....