Quick Links Summary If you want to run ChatGPT in the Ubuntu terminal, you can use a Python program called ShellGPT to send text prompts to ChatGPT and display the response. To run ShellGPT you must install it and obtain a ChatGPT API key. Want to use the ChatGPT in a terminal window on your Ubuntu Linux PC? ShellGPT lets you use all the features of the famous AI chatbot, on the command line....

Summary Blocking unwanted contacts on your Android device is a useful feature that gives you control over your phone and communication. But sometimes, you might want to revisit your blocked list to unblock some contacts or even confirm that they are indeed still blocked. We’ll take three approaches to view your list of blocked contacts on Android: through the Phone app, Google Contacts app, and the Messages app. Why Block Contacts Blocking contactsprimarily helps youfilter out unwanted calls and messagesfrom spammers, telemarketers, or even ex-associates....

Summary You’ve likely been told already that you should always keep your drivers up-to-date. Graphics drivers are especially important for optimal performance. On the other hand, monitors automatically install drivers, and you never even think of updating them. However, could updating monitor drivers improve image quality? Do I Even Need to Update Monitor Drivers? Generally speaking, monitors are plug-and-play, so they just work from the moment you plug them in, even without installing drivers....

Quick Links We’ve all grown pretty used to wireless smartphone charging by now, but what if you could charge an electric car the same way? The technology is currently being developed — pretty soon, all you might need to do to charge your Tesla is park it. How Wirelessly Electric Vehicle Charging Works Wireless EV charging works in a similar fashion to the way smartphones charge — via magnetic induction. Induction charging works by creating an electromagnetic field in one area, usually via a charged coil of metal, that creates a current in another area close enough to be affected by that field....

Quick Links Let’s face it: the flagship Android smartphone scene has been stale for several years now. Year after year, we just get incremental upgrades. Every once in a while, an interesting smartphone grabs our attention, like the Nothing Phone, but that’s about it. That was until the OnePlus 13 came out. Flagship Phones Rarely Offer Good Value While I might write about tech for a living, I don’t spend recklessly on it....

There’s an app in macOS that has existed for over 30 years, yet sometimes it feels like I’m the only person who still uses it. If you haven’t tried Stickies for a while, or even ever, then it’s well worth another look. This tiny, simple app is incredibly useful. What Is Stickies? If you’re unaware, Stickies is a tinyPost-Itnotes-style app that has been a part of the Mac operating system since 1994....

In a world of rapidly advancing technology, there’s an abundance of old, broken devices that hold no real value. But what if you could give these forgotten gadgets a completely different purpose? One of the ways I do it is by turning them into fashionable DIY keychains. DIY Keychain Charms Are Cool, Unique, and Completely Free Keychain charms offer a fantastic opportunity to express your hobbies and interests. They’re great conversation starters....

Quick Links Summary Apple’s iPhones often offer a combination of top-tier hardware and software, which makes them popular not just in the United States but also around the world. However, the premium build makes them heavy on our pockets. If you’re not sure about shelling out for the latest and greatest, another model strikes the right balance between usability and affordability: the iPhone 15. The iPhone 15’s Dynamic Island Doesn’t Look Outdated Gone are the days when smartphone manufacturers changed the look of their flagship phones every year....

JBL has unveiled Endurance Race 2, a successor to its Endurance Race waterproof sport earbuds, with grabby bits to stay in your ears better when moving around a lot. If you need a pair of true wireless earphones to hit the gym, you’ll want them to fit your ear perfectly. Apple-owned Beats has similar sporty earbudscalled Powerbeats, which integrate ear hooks to stay in place. JBL says the new Endurance Race 2 are “equipped with TwistLock technology for maximum security” and to fit your ears better than the previous model....

Summary I leaped at the chance to review theKeychron K4 HE. Not because it’s a fancy Hall Effect keyboard, but because I thought it looked pretty. Thankfully, the keyboard turned out to have some deeper merits—it has a unique pillowy feel, it’s fantastic for gaming, and it’s relatively affordable, too. Keychron K4 HE The Keychron K4 HE is one of the more affordable Hall-effect keyboards available today, yet it offers a super-smooth and pillowy experience with advanced software customization....

Summary I’ve tested my fair share of Lenovo laptops, from workhorse ThinkPads to premium Yoga 2-in-1 laptops, and they’ve always delivered. I was intrigued by this budget-friendlyIdeaPad Slim 3i 15 (2023)from Lenovo that promised so much for so little money. While it didn’t exceed expectations in certain categories, the Slim 3i is a great value for students, workers, or anyone else who needs a simple laptop. The IdeaPad Slim 3i 15 boasts a slimmer design than its predecessor with narrow bezels, an optimal setup for video calls, and a battery life that lets you stay unplugged longer....

Quick Links Lenovo is not the biggest name in gaming laptops and desktops, but its Legion brand has been quietly impressing since 2017. One of its latest laptop models, theLenovo Legion Slim 7i Gen 8, might just be one of its most impressive gaming machines to date. The grey all-metal design consisting of anodized, sandblasted aluminum and magnesium, has a subtle sheen and is offset by silver logos and white lettering....

Virtual reality headsets can be great for travel, especially with movies, but the latest headsets don’t always work as expected in moving vehicles. Meta is now trying to fix that with a new Travel Mode on the Quest 2 and Quest 3. Meta, the company behind Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Quest headsets, announced a new Travel Mode feature today. The feature allows you to use a Quest 2 or Quest 3 headset in an airplane for watching movies, web browsing, or any other applications or games....