In the last decade, the speed and performance of mini PCs have improved dramatically. Although they are small in stature, they’re workhorses that can handle most everyday tasks, with some models touting modest gaming specs. They’re affordable, compact and travel-ready. What’s not to like? I’ve been a fan of these little machines since I first saw an Intel Cherry Trail Compute Stick back in 2017. At the time, I was looking for a PC that I could travel with, that could handle office tasks and streaming....

Quick Links Android phones are great, but like any other gadgets, they have their fair share of problems. There are some problems that most Android users will encounter at one time or another. We’ll show you some fixes for these common issues, whether you’re using a Samsung Galaxy device, a Google Pixel, or anything else. Unusual Battery Drain Battery life is something you probably keep a close eye on, so it’s very noticeable when your Android phone is draining faster than usual....

Quick Links You have a wide range of tablets to choose from these days, from family-friendly Amazon Fire Tabs to Samsung or Apple’s ultra-high-end devices. And while the iPad is an excellent option for most, you may be better off getting a Samsung Galaxy Tab instead. If you’re looking to do serious work on a tablet, the choice likely comes down to Samsung vs. Apple. We all know how great the app experience is on the iPad, but those who consider a Samsung Galaxy Tab will find a variety of extra benefits that could better suit their needs....

Quick Links I’ve been using computers since before they had hard drives, and over the last thirty odd years things have advanced at a breakneck speed. These days almost everything works as intended, but that has been very far from the reality for most of my personal computing history. Here’s some of the weird stuff I used to do with my computers. 1Parking the HDD In the early days of hard drive technology, sudden power loss could lead to the read/write head of the drive destroying data, so you had to instruct the drive to move the head into a safe position before powering things off....

Quick Links If you don’t have an unlimited data plan, your mobile data is a precious resource, and using too much of it on any given month can cost you. If you’ve noticed that your iPhone seems to be eating way too much data for your liking, there are a few easy things you can do to cut down on the consumption. 1Turn on Low Data Mode There’s an easy setting you can turn on for your iPhone called “Low Data Mode....

Quick Links Photography can be frustrating. There’s often a large gap between how we imagine our images will look and how they actually turn out. But you don’t have to learn photographic technique in great detail if you want to get better. A few quick tricks will help make your photos stand out. 1Change the Perspective The simplest way to make your photos look more interesting is to offer a different perspective on a subject....

Quick Links As someone who spends way too much time commuting, I’m always looking for tech accessories that make my time in the car a little more enjoyable or productive. My car is basically my home away from home, so over the past years, I’ve found these accessories to be must-haves. 1Car Charger There’s nothing worse than watching your phone battery drain during a long drive, especially when you’re relying on it for navigation or emergency calls....

Quick Links It may sound crazy, but I’ve used a phone as my primary PC for most of the past year. My journey started with Moto Ready For on the Moto Edge+ 2023 and transitioned over to Samsung DeX on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5. Here’s what I’ve learned along the way. 1If You Drop Your Phone, You’re Twice as Screwed Dropping your phone is traumatic. I cringe not only when my phone hits the floor but when I see someone else’s take a tumble, too....

Are you looking for some Linux apps to install on your Chromebook? Since ChromeOS gained native Linux app support a while ago, Chromebooks have been completely revolutionized with their capabilities. Since I’ve gotten my Chromebook a few months ago, I’ve been trying out various Linux apps to see what works well and what doesn’t. With that experience, here are my favorite Linux apps to install on your Chromebook and what they do....

Before anime became mainstream, TV networks would edit them to make them more palatable for American audiences. Some shows got subtle tweaks while others were completely overhauled. If you grew up watching any of these anime, it might be time to revisit the original versions to see what you missed. 2000 1 20 Status Canceled The American version ofGhost Storiesis legendary for deviating drastically from the source material. The popular story (although you should take it with a grain of salt) is that the show did not see much success in Japan....

Summary Like any outdoor enthusiast, I’m always looking for new gear to make adventures easier. I already own more coolers than I care to admit, but none as good as this one. After taking theAnker EverFrost 2 battery-powered cooleron several trips, I’m ditching my old ice chest for this modern cooler. Anker Solix EverFrost 2 Electric Cooler The Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 battery-powered cooler (40L, 42QT) is packed with tech, not ice, gets cold fast and is perfect for outdoor adventures, tailgating, and more....

Summary The old USB Type-A standard has been around so long and extended its reach so far, that it’s hard to just give up on the connector entirely. That can be difficult for Mac users, with Apple abandoning the chunky connector altogether. Fortunately, you still have options. How to Stay Connected in the USB-C Age With a transition that’s been as slow as the Type-A to Type-C shift, it’s no surprise that not everyone is making progress at the same pace....

Summary I was so excited that macOS would finally be getting proper window snapping with the release of macOS Sequoia, but now that the feature is out officially I can’t help but but be a little underwhelmed. Apple, maybe this one needed a little more time in the oven? I’m Grateful Window Snapping Is Finally Here Don’t get me wrong, I’m 1000% grateful that there’s finally a native window-snapping solution, where before you’d have to rely on third-party apps to emulate what Microsoft Windows has had since checks notes 2009?...