Quick Links Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn’t—Connections categories can be almost anything, and they’re usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we’ve got you covered. What Is Connections? Connections is a game from the New York Times. The objective is simple: sort 16 words into groups of 4....

With TikTok getting in trouble with the US government, it seems everyone wants to try and take over the short video format for themselves. Instagram is suspiciously trying to push its Reels feature more aggressively now, with rewards to creators and other changes to the app. Now, even Tumblr is getting into the action. Tumblr has officially launched Tumblr TV, a video discovery feature previously relegated to its experimental Labs section, to all users....

Summary There’s a good chance that your current computer has an NVME SSD as its main drive, but there’s probably at least one more slot where you can put in another. Here’s why that might be a good idea. Two SSDs Can Increase Performance If you have two SSDs, you can get better performance from them than when you have one. One way is to combine the two drives into one usingRAID 0, This combines the read and write speeds of both SSDs, resulting in massive read and write benchmark numbers....

Luxury SUVs are known for their comfort and performance, but not all deliver long-term reliability, especially as technology becomes more complex. However, several used models from recent years have proven to be more dependable than many of their newer counterparts. These SUVs combine upscale interiors, strong performance, and lasting quality, often at a fraction of the cost of a new model. They’ve earned reputations for reliability through owner satisfaction, solid maintenance records, and few reported issues over time....

Quick Links Vinyl records have made a comeback in a big way, and with so many people getting into vinyl, it makes sense that Victrola would offer an affordable, easy-to-use model for first-time turntable owners. That said, theVictrola Re-Spinis more than just an entry-level record player. Victrola’s turntables revisit classic designs with modern sensibilities, and this remains the case with the Re-Spin. This is a take on the classic suitcase-style turntable, though with technology you’d never see on those older turntables....

Quick Links Summary Apple made several camera-related improvements in its iPhone 16 lineup, one of which is that all devices introduced in 2024 can shoot spatial videos and photos. So what exactly are spatial videos, and how can you shoot them? What Are Spatial Videos? When yourecord a video on your smartphone, it’s usually captured in the traditional 2D format. When you watch these recorded videos, you lack a sense of the depth and dimension since they are recorded from a single lens....

Quick Links Summary A Discord token is a your unique alphanumeric identifier that validates any actions you make with Discord’s servers. you’re able to find it using the web version of Discord and your browser’s developer tools. You’ll need to perform a few web browser tricks to reveal your Discord token, and for good reason. Don’t disclose your Discord token to anyone else, since anyone can log in to your account if they have it....

Summary A new form of computing, known as “quantum computing”, could threaten the security of some of our most critical pieces of internet infrastructure. But what is quantum computing, and will it still be safe to use your credit card in the next decade? What is Classical Encryption? One of the first forms of cryptography we see in the historical records can be attributed to the hieroglyphics of Ancient Egypt. Scrawled inside the Pharaoh’s pyramids, builders would often leave false instructions and encoded messages across tunnel walls designed to trick grave robbers searching for any treasure contained in the burial chamber....

Quick Links Summary Disposable batteries are usually the longest-lasting option for low-power electronics. They may also be a requirement in some devices. We often suggest buyingrechargeable AA and AAAbatteries, as they’re much more economical than old-fashioned disposable batteries. But there are several situations where disposable batteries are preferable. In fact, some devices actually require disposable batteries. Rechargeable vs. Disposable: What’s the Difference? In terms of basic usability, rechargeable and disposable AA batteries aren’t all that different....

Summary Remember when cross-platform multiplayer gaming was something we all wanted? Now that we’ve got it, I don’t think it’s panned out exactly how I expected. Here’s why I’m so far unimpressed by cross-platform gaming. What Cross-Platform Multiplayer Offers Gamers Don’t get me wrong, I know thatcross-platform gaming is pretty cool. It’s a technological innovation to tie games from different systems together in the same space. There are several things I really appreciate about playing with people on different platforms, now that I’ve experienced it....

Summary It’s understandable that companies like Nintendo want to protect their intellectual property, the company’s targetting ofPalworldsets a dangerous precedent. It suggests that even broad, seemingly innocuous game design elements can be patented, hurting innovation and creativity in the industry and making games worse for everyone. Why Is Nintendo SuingPalworld? Palworldis a popular game where players catch monsters named Pals that help with survival and crafting. While many games have elements of monster collecting, the way thatPalworlddoes it is very similar to Nintendo’sPokémonmonster-catching mechanics....

Quick Links Before you say anything—Linux is great. I’ve been writing Linux advocacy pieces for more than a decade. Desktop Linux has come along by leaps and bounds, and has yet to reach its full potential. However, for those who have never used Linux in any of its flavors, there are still reasons to think twice before diving in. 1Your Software Won’t Run on Linux If you need to use specific software that doesn’t have a native Linux version, then that’s a pretty good reason not to use Linux....

There is no need to keep flitting back and forth between your mouse and your keyboard—you just need the right mouse for the job. There Are Too Many Shortcuts If you work with computers on the regular, you’re familiar with just how many different shortcuts (otherwise called hotkeys) you wind up needing to memorize. There’s Ctrl-C to Copy, and its partner, Ctrl-V to paste. Ctrl-P to print (usually). Alt-Tab toswitch between applications, which is especially helpful if you’re working with at least one full-screen program....