Nothing gets my blood pumping like a good thriller, and right now,Peacockis showcasing some good ones. From action and adventure to psychological and horror thrillers, all of these movies have heart-pounding moments that’ll either get your adrenaline flowing or make those baby hairs on the back of your neck stand at full attention. So, what are you waiting for? Now’s the time to jump into any or all of these edge-of-your-seat thrillers currently streaming on Peacock!...

Finding a used luxury SUV that offers space, safety, and refinement for under $30,000 can be a challenge, but one model stands out as the best blend of value and sophistication. It brings upscale comfort, modern tech, and timeless design, all at a price that’s surprisingly attainable. This mid-size SUV offers three rows of seating, a sleek and minimalist interior, and a reputation for safety that rivals the best in the industry....

3D scanning tech continues to revolutionize industries, enhance medical science, and break new ground in the art and design world. If you are an architect, manufacturer, creator, healthcare professional, or hobbyist wanting to shape new 3D realities, you know the power of an advanced portable 3D scanner. And there’s a good chance you know of 3DMakerpro, a leading brand creating professional 3D scanners for enthusiasts across North America, Europe, and over 100 countries....

Quick Links Wondering what the next version of macOS is like? Try it out for yourself without risking your Mac by either installing it on a separate partition or using a virtual machine. Here’s how you can try both methods. Install macOS Sequoia on a Separate Partition If you have the disk space to spare and you’re comfortableplaying around in Disk Utility, you can install a pre-release version of macOS on a separate partition....

Summary Some people buy records for the so-called “warm” sound of vinyl (which is mostly just distortion combined with a high-frequency cut, sorry). Others treat music like Pokémon, where they need to own every single record that’s dear to them. But I like vinyl for an entirely different reason, one that isn’t really replicable in the digital world. Finding Records Is Like Looking for Diamonds in the Rough A large part of my fascination with vinyl comes from the pursuit of interesting records....

Summary There are plenty of game subscription services vying for your money: Xbox Game Pass, EA Play, Ubisoft+, and PlayStation Plus to name a few. I’ve used nearly all of them over the years. While some are better than others, I’ve come to the conclusion that they don’t work for me. Here’s why I’ll never pay for a game subscription service again. They Make Me Rush Through Games I like taking my time with games, especially if it’s something I’m really enjoying—soaking up the atmosphere, exploring every nook and cranny, exhausting all dialogue options....

Summary Plugged your MacBook charger in and nothing happened? There are some obvious, not-so-obvious, and downright unpredictable reasons why your MacBook might refuse to charge. Here’s a checklist to run through to troubleshoot the problem. Optimized Charging Can Interfere with Charging Optimized Charging is a setting that’s built into modern Mac models that is designed to prolong battery life by keeping your battery at more stable percentages until it is required....

Microsoft hasn’t held back on its claims about the power of Copilot. However, despite it being billed as “next-generation AI” that will “turn your words into the most powerful productivity tool on the planet,” I just can’t see myself ever wanting to give it a go. Before I explain why I’m not so keen, let’s look at exactly what Copilot is and what it does. In Microsoft 365 apps—including Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel—Copilot helps you create, organize, and format content either by responding to your instructions or using existing data in other files and information from a large language model (language patterns found on the internet)....

Summary Video game glitches are rarely a good thing, and many are bad enough to ruin an immersive experience or prevent you from progressing. In most cases, glitches should be patched as soon as possible, but some deserve to be preserved. Glitches Are a Comedy Goldmine To say video games are complicated would be a massive understatement. Every video game can be described as a collection of moving parts that work together in order toimmerse you in massive worldsand engrossing gameplay systems....

Summary No one likes going to the hospital, but at some point you’ll be in need of medical help or visiting someone in that position. Depending on where you live and your reason for visiting, there’s a good chance you’ll run into a robot of some description at your local hospital soon. Robots Are Helping the Frail Caregivers have jobs that are difficult both mentally and physically, but thanks to a class of assistive robots designed to safely lift elderly or otherwise frail patients from their beds or chairs, this particular burden can be eased....

Quick Links Whether you’ve been a Windows or Chromebook user and are finally switching to a Mac, or are investing in one as your first-ever computer, these tips will help you get the most out of your machine. 1. Set Up Your Apple ID If you’re using an Apple device for the first time, you’ll need to set up an Apple ID. Think of this as your key to Apple’s ecosystem—it essentially allows you to do everything from logging in to iCloud to making purchases on the App Store and more....

Quick Links Maintaining a decent buffer of free space on your Mac is essential to keep everything running smoothly and maintain your sanity. Nobody likes having to frantically find free space for a huge update as their Mac grinds to a halt. With that in mind, here are six quick and easy things you can do to claw back some free space. Do them now, and repeat them regularly. 6Clear Out Your Downloads and Desktop Folders Your Downloads folder is probably full of junk files you don’t need....

Summary Everyone knows “the old guy” who can’t stop talking about the old days of the Internet when things were simpler. In some of my friend groups, I’m the old guy. I remember when internet speeds were crawling and when we had to sacrifice a demon to get access to the World Wide Web. Yet, there are some things I miss about the days of dial-up internet. If you’re as old as I am, and you were there when the “magic” happened, you’d recognize some of these nostalgic memories....