Quick Links Mini PCs are a great alternative to the classic big, bulky desktop computers. However, if you’re looking for a compact PC to use with a monitor, mouse, and keyboard, a good ol' laptop is an even better mini PC. Amini PCis as literal as the name sounds—a computer with the features of a desktop PC in a smaller package. If you think that sounds a lot like a laptop, you wouldn’t be wrong....

Quick Links Summary In 2020, Apple shook up the computer CPU market with theArm-based Apple Silicon. Now, other manufacturers aremaking similar chips. One of them might power your next laptop, and whilethere’s a chance you won’t even notice, it’s a huge change for the laptop market. What Is an Arm Processor? Arm processors are the ones based on designs by the homonymous British company. Arm itself doesn’t make CPUs; it licenses its technology to companies like Qualcomm, Mediatek, and Apple, that use it to manufacture their own hardware....

Spending a money on a luxury SUV is a pretty large investment, especially with the price of vehicles skyrocketing in the last couple of years. When you spend so much on a vehicle, the last thing you want is to constantly be sending it to your mechanic, which is why it is so important to pick something reliable. Luxury brands haven’t always had the most impressive reputation when it comes to reliability, with extra technology and expensive equipment making them a nightmare to maintain....

WithKing of the Hillreturning toHuluin August, it’s a good time to brush up on the animated sitcom classic. While not as zany as the other cartoons that graced primetime Fox, it stood out for its dry humor from Texan dad Hank Hill. His misunderstandings of the world and obsession with propane made him an iconic character, along with the other quirky Texan characters, ranging from the conspiracy theorist Dale Gribble to the rambling talk of Boomhauer....

Quick Links Retro console gaming fans love to extol the virtues of playing on original hardware, but what about retro PC gaming? There’s a distinct subculture of people who go out and find old computer parts to build period-accurate computers, so they can enjoy retro PC games as intended. Sure, you can play just about any PC game on your computer right now, with a little software magic, but there’s something to be said for running that game on exactly the hardware it was developed for....

The new iPhone 16e lacks MagSafe, Camera Control, vibrant colors, and more. It also has a missing GPU core and a downgraded display without Dynamic Island, among other omissions. If you’re getting an iPhone 16e for yourself, you need to know about the missing features. 1Sub-$500 Pricing We knew Apple could charge a bit more for an iPhone SE successor, but kept our fingers crossed for a sub-$500 price. However, the iPhone 16e starts at $599....

When you get on Linux for the first time, it can be overwhelming just how much free software is available to you. After years of futzing around on Linux devices, I have some fairly uncommon software I’ve adopted for work and for play. 4KTeaTime: The Perfect Cuppa, in Your System Tray One of my more unique hobbies for an American is drinking hot tea—and not just when I’m getting ready for bed or feeling sick....

If you’re looking to get away from Microsoft Word, and Microsoft, or if you’re just looking to support a free and open-source project, there are a dizzying array of solid options out there. Here are four that are great all-rounders, and that can run on most PCs or laptops with an issue. 4Calligra Words Calligra Wordsis a word processor from KDE, the same people that develop Plasma—a popular Linux user interface—and apps like KDE Connect, Krita, and Kdenlive, all of which are superb....

Quick Links When you need a wireless speaker that’s reliable, easy to use, and high quality,Apple AirPlayis your best option. But you don’t need to buy an expensive AirPlay speaker or HomePod. You can add AirPlay to any old speakers with an adapter, a compatible audio receiver, or a streaming stick with AirPlay functionality. An AirPlay Adapter Is Probably All You Need Adding AirPlay to your speakers is a simple matter—just buy an AirPlay adapter!...

Are you looking to pick up a video doorbell that will work with Home Assistant? You actually have a lot of options to choose from, including Google’s Nest lineup, Tapo, Reolink, and many more. The great thing about Home Assistant is that it works with so many different platforms. There’s even an open standard, ONVIF, that lets you bring in a wide range of cameras that otherwise wouldn’t be supported!...

While nothing can beat the big screen and surround sound experience that comes with going to the movies, there’s no denying that it’s a costly experience nowadays. That’s why it makes sense to maximize yourNetflixsubscription by watching as much as possible. To help you achieve that, I’ve selected five fantastic movies that are all available to stream on Netflix right now. 1996 Runtime 1 hour 31 minutes Adam Sandler has a specific type of comedy that doesn’t always land (I’m looking at you,Grown Ups), butHappy Gilmoreis one of the successes....

Quick Links The maker space is ever-expanding, and while lasers aren’t new inventions by any means, the thought of having one in your home is something you might not have considered before. While you used to need large areas and lots of equipment and training to use lasers, now you can have quite powerful machines that fit on a desk as all-in-one units. From desktop CO2-based systems which allow you to cut and engrave many materials to simple “Galvo” style machines which work at lightning speeds, there’s never been a better time than now to own your own laser....

Quick Links Summary If your Windows computer is stuttering, you can fix it by tweaking in-game settings, disabling wallpaper slideshow and any unnecessary background services, updating drivers, upgrading your storage or RAM, and improving your PC’s cooling. Modern computers are fast, really fast. So it can be quite annoying when your computer. Stutters. Constantly. Tracking down and fixing these stutters can be a real chore, but for some of the most common stutter causes there are fixes....