Quick Links Summary You can power a TV during a power outage in several ways. The easiest way is battery solutions like UPS units and portable power stations. People have different priorities during a power outage. If your priority is keeping the TV on so you can binge-watch your favorite show, well, we’re here to help. We crunched the numbers on different solutions so you can see just how much (or little) of a hassle a power outage Netflix binge would be....

Minesweeperis a game of deduction that dates back to at least 1990, though the concept originated even before that. Here’s a refresher on the rules, plus a list of the best modernMinesweeperiterations. What Is Minesweeper? The Rules Explained The objective ofMinesweeperis to “sweep” the board of non-mined tiles by clicking on them, while avoiding clicking on the mines. Depending on which version ofMinesweeperor its many clones that you are playing, the first click might be safe or it might kill you in a blaze of not-quite-glory (don’t worry, you can restart right away)....

Quick Links Unlike the Windows 10 context menu, which was very simple, the current one is cluttered with unnecessary options like Edit with Photos, Paint, and Notepad. If you’re like me and don’t like these options in the Windows 11 context menu, you can make a few registry changes to remove them. Editing the Registry involves risks, as one wrong move can make your computer unstable. Therefore, ensure toback up your computerandcreate a restore pointto keep your system safe from any mishaps....

Quick Links Summary By restarting Microsoft Outlook on your Windows PC, you can fix many minor Outlook issues as well as bring your changes in the app into effect. Whether it’s frozen or just a little glitchy, we’ll show you how to easily restart your email client on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC. Quit and Relaunch Outlook on Windows The standard way ofclosing apps on Windowsis to click the X icon in the app window’s top-right corner....

Summary Modern 3D graphics on Linux usually work out of the box, but how can you ensure your drivers and hardware are working before your next gaming session? glxgears is a graphics demo that can help you test your graphics adapter. What Is glxgears? glxgears is a graphics demo that dates back to the ’90s. It features three interlocking gears, hence the name. The “glx” part comes from the fact that is was developed as part of the GLX library to supportOpenGLon X11....

Summary There were plenty of things players expected with the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, but higher prices were not one of them. Nintendo is pushing things to a new $79.99 standard that feels like it will set a new precedent in the industry. It’s hard to believe Nintendo would be the one to push it this year, especially with the rumors aboutGrand Theft Auto VI’s prices. Nintendo Is Boosting Prices of Switch 2 Games Nintendo has launched theNintendo Switch 2with a new pricing strategy that changes how they price their games, potentially impacting the entire gaming industry....

Summary If Apple’s Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro doesn’t interest you or you want to save a few dollars,Logitech’s new Combo Touchmight be the perfect fit. It’s more flexible in some ways, but less elegant in others. The choice is still challenging as, during my testing, I found myself torn between Apple’s and Logitech’s products. Logitech Combo Touch Logitech’s Combo Touch is a keyboard case with backlit keys, iPadOS shortcut buttons, and a large trackpad that can also keep the iPad Pro safe....

Quick Links If you’re like me, then manually organizing your media isnotsomething you do for fun. So, instead of having a jumbled mess of a Plex library, here’s my top tip to keep your media neat and tidy. Why Organization Matters in Plex Plex is very picky about its file names and folder structures. While youcanthrow a bunch of MP4 or MKV files into a single folder and have Plex semi-organize it all, having a proper folder structure and file naming scheme is a much better alternative....

Get ready, Samsung Galaxy users. The next big update for your phone might be closer than you think. According to a report, Samsung will be kicking off the One UI 8 beta program (based onAndroid 16) sooner than anticipated. Back in March, reports indicated thatSamsung had started internal testing of One UI 8. This put Samsung a couple of months ahead of the schedule they’d followed with One UI 7. The company has been criticized for a slow rollout of One UI 7/Android 15, so this was a welcomed development....

Quick Links It’s tough for even high-end earbuds to stand out these days, so companies have started diving deeper into niche earbuds. ThePoly Voyager Free 60+may look like standard earbuds, but these have some unique features meant to make your long workday on calls and video chats more pleasant. Poly is the name of HP’s office brand, formerly known as Plantronics. This should explain the more business-forward focus of the Voyager Free 60+ earbuds, namely the touchscreen on the charging case and the Bluetooth dongle to connect the earbuds to your PC easily....

Summary Razer’sFreyja HDis a unique haptic chair cushion that lets you feel the direction, distance, and location of real-time audio events from your PC or Android device. While it works, the implementation and limited support lessen much of its impact. Razer Freyja The Razer Freyja is an HD haptic gaming chair cushion that works with multiple audio sources. Price and Availability The Razer Freyja HD haptic gaming chair cushion is available from Amazon, Best Buy, or direct from Razer for $300....

Like all phones, Samsung Galaxy devices are only guaranteed updates for a certain number of years before the manufacturer stops offering support to focus on newer models. And while Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra are five years old, they’re getting a surprise update this week. In April,we told Galaxy S20 ownersthat it was probably time to upgrade to a new phone, as they would no longer receive software, maintenance, or security updates....

Quick Links Lots of handy products often go on sale for Memorial Day weekend, and electronic devices and accessories are no exception. This week, you’ll be able to find deals on all kinds of gadgets, from the Dell XPS 13 laptop to wireless, noise-cancelling headphones from Sony, a Roborock robot vacuum and mop combo, and much more. Dell XPS 13 Laptop For $1,299.98 ($199.99 Off) – Best Price Ever Laptops are a near-necessity of modern life, especially for work and office life....