The EV market is ever-expanding, particularly if you’re looking for something a little more luxurious. However, their price tags are often a little eye-watering compared to their gas-powered siblings. However, an option from BMW offers tons of value at a pretty competitive price. Unfortunately, the price of electric vehicles, particularly ones on the luxury side of the market, are uncomfortably high. It is really hard to find something that really feels like it offers a lot ofbang for your buck....

Quick Links Midjourney has a ton of features baked into it that you won’t find if you don’t know where to look. Many of these features can help you create awesome images, while others are not so useful. So, here are eight Midjourney commands and parameters that I find most productive and fun to use. Midjourney commands refer to typed commands such as “/imagine” or “/settings"that you type into the message bar to trigger the Midjourney bot....

Did you know that many of the computer programs you use came out in the 1990s or even earlier? I didn’t realize that, but there are quite a few pieces of software on my desktop that are as old or older than I am. You might be surprised to find out some of the software you use came out “in the late 1900s” as the kids today like to say....

A decent mini PC can power your homelab, stand in for a large desktop tower, or serve as the vessel for whatever weird Linux project you’re pursuing. But mini PCs aren’t portable. At least, most of them aren’t. The newSZBOX S9is a modern Intel N200 mini PC with an integrated seven-inch touchscreen and a 3,400mAh battery. So, it doubles as a very small, somewhat chunky tablet with a short battery life....

Summary Android has been doing a great job with numerous optimization features that improve your battery life without compromising the user experience. One such feature is the upcoming “Adaptive Timeout,” which will be released with Android 15 later this year. Let me tell you why I’m excited about it. What Is Adaptive Timeout? Adaptive Timeout is a newscreen timeoutoption that turns off your display when you’re not using your phone. Instead of the default screen off timer, Adaptive Timeout can theoretically keep your display on for as long or as little as you need it....

Fewaffordable sports carshave earned the kind of loyalty and legend this one carries. It’s been a go-to for driving purists for decades, known for its lightweight design, rear-wheel-drive layout, and just the right amount of power. The newest generation doesn’t try to fix what isn’t broken—it just sharpens the edges. With refined styling, improved handling, and a still-attainable price tag, it sticks to the formula that made it iconic while feeling fresher than ever....

When buying a new car, something that people often forget to think about is resale value. SUVs depreciate at a rapid rate, and you can often be left in the lurch when its time to sell and move on. That’s why picking an SUV that holds its value well in the first five years can save you tons of money. There are tons of brands that, thanks to build quality and reliability, hold their value exceptionally well....

Summary A portable power station is fast becoming a household necessity. On a basic level, they’re just big batteries that you’re able to charge up and use when needed. In practice, you can use them to bring power to an area of your home with few outlets, they can bail you out during a power outage, and you can use them to power a plethora of outdoor activities. TheUgreen’s PowerRoam 2200comes with a high-end price tag, but it may actually provide enough value to justify its cost....

Quick Links Do you remember being told to make sure you knewwhoyou were really talking to on the internet? We’ve now entered an era where the question ofwhatyou’re talking to has become just as relevant. With the rise of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, it can feel like bots are taking over the internet. While there’s no single method to tell a human and a chatbot apart, there are a few things you may try....

Summary Using an external storage drive for Time Machine backups is the recommended way to back up your Mac. But what if you don’t have an external storage drive? You can still make use of Time Machine by placing backups on your local drive. Here’s why I use this method to back up my files and why you should consider it too. Why I Use Local Storage for Time Machine Backup Despite the Risks Apple recommendsusing an external drive for Time Machine backupsto ensure you can quickly restore your data if your internal drive becomes corrupted....

Did you injure your wrist or hand? Do you have a crippling fidget spinner addiction? Are you making a risotto? Don’t worry, you can still play video games! 1Vampire Survivorsand its Many Clones Perhaps the ultimate one-handed video game,Vampire Survivorslets you experience the thrill of bullet hell without having to have two hands on a controller. All you do is move, collect gems and pickups, and upgrade your character. The iPhone version isfree and won’t take up much space at all....

Quick Links Android 15 is still in its beta testing phase, but it’s inching closer to a final release, and we’re getting excited about all the changes that will bring. From a distance, Android 15 may not appear to bring that many changes, but we’ve found a lot of small improvements to look forward to. 1Adaptive Vibration Ever have your phone vibrate on a hard surface and startle you with a deafening buzz?...

Summary 23andMe, the DNA genetic testing and ancestry company, is facing a financial crisis. There’s chatter about a potential sale, and CEO Anne Wojcicki seems undecided on the next move. What happens to your genetic information if the company gets sold? What We Know So Far The company has a deadline to meet:if 23andMe does not raise its share price above $1 by November 4, the company will be delisted, which makes it likely that the company will be sold ortaken private....