This "Essential" Switch 2 Accessory Isn't Essential at All

The Switch 2 requires the much faster and more modern SD Express type of expansion card, which means my old 1TB SD card from my OLED Switch won’t work. However, before swiping my credit card to buy one, it occurred to me that I probably don’t need that extra storage, and that’s probably true for a lot of you reading this. So, instead of having a bunch of games downloaded to my Switch 2, why not download some, finish them, and then delete them?...

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 973 words · Daniel Cobb

This Excellent HyperX Gaming Mouse Is Just $39 Today

HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless Mouse The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 is a lightweight (53g) wired gaming mouse with a precise HyperX 26K sensor, 8000Hz polling rate, and a flexible HyperFlex 2 cable. It has a durable design, PTFE skates, and a customizable grip to improve performance. It’s not often that a high-performance, lightweight gaming mouse falls to budget prices. The HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 usually costs $59.99, but has dropped to$38....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Joseph Sutton

This is The Best Laser Cutter/Welder for a Hobby Shop That I’ve Ever Seen

Summary Metal cutting is something that’s never been an easy feat. It’s typically expensive, difficult, and requires a lot of skill to do. Well, the xTool MetalFab aims to change that, and I think it’s truly the best laser cutter/welder I’ve ever seen. What Is the xTool MetalFab? ThexTool MetalFabis a unique machine from the popular laser brand. As the company’s latest release that just entered presale, the MetalFab takes things up quite a few notches, delivering either an 800W or 1,200W fiber laser to your hand (or an optional CNC)....

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 1050 words · Trevor Bush

Thunderbird Mail for Android is Finally Out For Everyone

Mozilla promised a true Android version of its Thunderbird email client two years ago. The app is now finally out of beta and ready for everyone to try. Mozilla has finally released the final, finished version of its Thunderbird email client for Android devices. The development of Thunderbird for Android began in 2022 when Mozilla acquired the rights to K-9 Mail, a popular open-source email client for Android. The app was bought to eventually be rebranded as the Thunderbird app, and today, we’re seeing the final culmination of those efforts....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 314 words · Richard May

Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for August 19 (#435)

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....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 485 words · Brian Blair

Top Tech Deals: Polaroid Instant Camera, Galaxy Tab, Surface Laptop, and More!

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are officially over, but just like Thanksgiving dinner, we have leftovers! If you’re looking for extended deals, we have you covered with premium laptops, headphones, gift ideas, and more, all at huge discounts. If you didn’t have time to shop over the weekend, this week you can take advantage ofpost-Cyber Monday dealsand get a Polaroid Instant Camera, a discounted Fitbit, save $70 on a Samsung Galaxy Tab, or get the 2024Surface Laptop for $300 off....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 532 words · Wesley Baker

Top-Selling Car Brands in the U.S. for Q1 2025: Who’s Leading the Market

The first quarter of 2025 has come to a close and we have begun to see who the biggest winners and losers are. While some brands have failed to adapt to the new landscape, others have found their stride and continue to see impressive growth, particularly in the United States. Many automakers saw some of the best sales numbers in their history in March, which could be indicative of a number of things....

June 5, 2025 · 7 min · 1365 words · Taylor Jones

What Came Before Windows?

Quick Links Microsoft Windows is, by far, the most dominant operating system in the world. However this wasn’t always the case, and if history went a slightly different way we’d all be using something else. So, whatdidpeople use before Windows? Before Screens: Plug Board, Punch Cards, and Printouts Forget about not having Windows, imagine having no screens at all! While all computers have some sort of image display today, the first computers had to share what they were thinking in other ways....

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 969 words · Paul Morrow

What Does a Factory Reset Do?

Quick Links Summary A factory reset erases all user data, files, and settings from a device, whether that’s a computer, smartphone, tablet, or anything else. The device is restored back to its “factory default” state so it can be set up from scratch again. “Factory Reset”—also sometimes called a “hard reset”—is a term thrown around a lot in the tech world. It’s often recommended to factory reset a device to fix nagging issues—and it usually solves the problem....

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 853 words · Anna Duncan

What Happens When You Remove Someone From Apple Family Sharing?

Summary Sometimes, you have to remove someone from your Family Sharing group. This could be due to a change in family dynamics, an individual wanting to control their purchasing power, or wanting to swap them out with someone else. No matter the reason, here’s what happens when you remove them from your group. What Is Family Sharing? Family Sharing allows you to sharevarious Apple subscriptions and services with five additional people....

June 5, 2025 · 6 min · 1191 words · Kevin Adkins

What I'm Hoping to See in the iPad Mini 7

Summary The iPad Mini is perfect for reading, note-taking, browsing social media, and project planning. I bought it at launch in 2021, and I’ve used it almost every day since. Three years later, I’m starting to get antsy for an upgrade so here are the features I’m looking forward to seeing. An M-Series Apple Silicon Chip The iPad Mini 6 launched with an A15 chip, which was more than serviceable for the time....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 637 words · Mary Ferguson

What Is DDR5 Memory Training?

Summary If you’ve just put together a new computer system, and it’s taking forever to actually boot, don’t panic! While you may have forgotten to plug something in, if it’s a DDR5-powered computer you may just be encountering memory training. What Does Memory Training Do? DDR5 “training” is a type of memory calibration. It’s a way for your motherboard and CPU memory controller to figure out how to get the most out of your RAM without causing instability....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 555 words · Paul Chapman

What is YouTube Music's Supermix, and How Do You Use It?

Summary YouTube Music’s Supermix is a one-stop playlist that can help you refresh your music library. But what is this playlist, how can you tune it, and is it better than Spotify’s Discover Weekly playlist? What Is Supermix? Your YouTube Music Supermix is a non-stop playlist that is constantly updated according to your changing music tastes. It is affected by your listening history and evolving music palette, reflected in the recommended songs you will find in the playlist....

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 923 words · Glenda Peck