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HP laptops are becoming more repairable and upgradable, thanks to a partnership with iFixit. The two companies are working together to sell replacement parts, create repair guides, and other steps to make HP laptops more sustainable and repair-friendly. iFixit already provides repair parts, text and video guides, repair tools, and other support for fixing everything from game consoles to iPhones. Thisnew partnershipmainly covers some of HP’s premium business laptops, including the HP EliteBook 840 and 845 series G7, G8, and G9, and the 840 Aero G8....

Read update Quick Links Happy New Year and welcome to the first HTG Deals roundup of 2023. To kick things off, we’ve found a heap of fresh deals from Google, Amazon, ASUS, our friends over at Abine, and more. Let’s dive in! Reclaim Your Online Privacy With DeleteMe for 20% Off The discount code originally shared in this deal has expired. Please use coupon codeGEEK2023to redeem this offer. Hackers, website security breaches, and anonymous third parties are just some of the ways your data can be leaked online....

Asahi Linux, the main project for porting Linux to M1 and M2 Mac computers, has announced tools for a much improved gaming experience. The toolkit leverages x86 emulation and Windows compatibility to make many games playable, and it could benefit other ARM desktops too. This release marks is a big deal for the Asahi Linux project because it now offers the only conformant OpenGL, OpenCL, and Vulkan drivers for Apple Silicon hardware....

TikTok’s total ban in the United States didn’t last long, but it still can’t be downloaded on new devices. Some phones with TikTok installed are being listed for sale at sky-high prices, but it’s unclear if anyone is actually paying those prices. TikTok briefly shut down in the US on January 18th, 2025, ahead of the official enforcement date of theProtecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA). The app came back online after President-elect Donald Trump promised to delay the ban, and after he took office, he signed an executive order thatblocked enforcement of the law for at least 75 days....

Quick Links TheNothing Phone 1is the newest product from U.K.-based tech company Nothing. As a follow-up of theNothing Ear 1earbuds, this android phone aims to use design to help users eliminate distractions. It doesn’t do everything perfectly, but it’s a good start from a new company. I had the Nothing Phone 1 for nearly two weeks, and during that time, I tested everything that I could. The phone is a charming, sleek, and unique addition to the smartphone market, but don’t let that fool you....

Summary Windows Recall, the AI-powered assistant that takes regular screenshots of your screen so that you may ask it about things you’ve done in the past, is back for good after (yet again) being recalled for privacy concerns. Here’s how Windows 11 Pro users can disable it (again, and this time hopefully forever). A Windows Recall Refresher Much has been written about theWindows Recallsaga, but it’s worth a quick recap: Microsoft announced that Windows 11 would start taking regular screenshots while you use your PC so that it could be processed by AI, so that you may ask questions and look up your prior activity....

I love portable power stations so much that my wife and I have backed up our home with Anker SOLIX batteries instead of an automatic gas generator or a built-in home battery. Here’s what I’ve learned after having just experienced three power outages in the span of two weeks. 1I Need to Be Home Unfortunately, right now I’m the only one in our family who understands how to plug our Anker SOLIX F3800’s into the generator inlets in the wall, turn off all the home breakers, cut the power from the grid, and then enable just the breakers we want....

Samsung is bolstering its premium projector lineup with the Premiere 9 and Premiere 7 UST 4K projectors. These items, while costly, offer impressive specs in a convenient all-in-one package. Ultra short-throw (UST) projectors like thePremiere 9andPremiere 7sit just a few inches away from the wall. They’re bulky, heavy, and expensive, but they’re far easier to set up than a typical short-throw or long-throw projector. You don’t need to take a bunch of measurements, rearrange furniture, or mount anything to the ceiling—simply place the projector against the wall and enjoy a perfect picture....

Put the finishing touches on your home cinema experience with this sizable sale on theWEMAX Nova 4K UHD Ultra Short Throw Smart Laser Projector. WEMAX, a notable name in consumer-grade projection systems, is offering a 30% discount on its premium Android TV-integrated laser projector. The WEMAX Nova 4K projector typically retails at $2,699.99, but for a limited time, you may get one for $1,889.99 ($810 off). WEMAX is a subsidiary of Appotronics, an international tech group known for its work with Advanced Laser Phosphor Display (ALPD), which uses a blue fluorescent laser to extract more vivid images from standard projections....

Summary Self-driving cars are no longer just a sci-fi concept—they’re already helping people get around in cities like Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. If the technology works for cars, it should work for buses too, so how long until we start seeing self-driving buses in our cities? Self-Driving Buses Could Solve Your City’s Transportation Problems If there’s anything big cities have in common, it’s traffic and, half the time, the cause is simply because there are too many vehicles on the roads....

Summary Valve’s Linux-powered handheld has been a remarkable success. If you don’t yet have a Steam Deck, you might be wondering whether it’s worth waiting for the next-generation console. Why I Didn’t Wait for the Steam Deck 2 Let’s get this out of the way first. I wanted a Steam Deck since the handheld first launched in February 2022. When the OLED model arrived around 18 months later, I wanted one even more....

Read update These days, receivers often focus on offering tons of surround channels instead of fantastic stereo sound. There are still some great stereo receivers for music, regardless of what your budget may be. UPDATE: 08-06-2025 We’ve reviewed our recommendations and these are still the best stereo receivers you can buy. Cambridge Audio AXA35 What to Look For in a Stereo Receiver in 2024 One of the first things you’ll need to consider when shopping for a stereo receiver is the wattage....

As video games continue to get bigger and more expensive, buying new ones can feel like a huge commitment. It’s more important than ever to be confident that a new game is worth your money. Fortunately, you can try out many games before you buy them (even if you have to be a little creative). Try Games by Downloading Digital Demos Probably the most tried and true method for trying out a new game is to download a digital demo....