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Summary New ports and connectors are constantly arriving. While some remain obscure, others become mainstream, even essential for certain setups. Enter OCuLink, a standard that’s been skulking around mostly in server rooms for years but is now breaking into consumer spaces. What Is OCuLink? OCuLink, short for “Optical-Copper Link,” is a peripheral connection standard that allows you to connect PCIe devices using an external cable rather than an internal slot....

Summary There are a couple of thousand active satellites orbiting the Earth in 2025, but these are now greatly outnumbered by obsolete satellites and debris circling the planet. The risks posed by space junk range from damaging working satellites to a theoretical cascade effect which could forever trap us on our planet. What Is Space Junk? Space junk is the colloquial name given to what NASA terms “orbital debris” and is officially defined as “all man-made objects in Earth’s orbit that no longer serve a useful purpose....

Quick Links Summary Whether you want power backup for outages or need portable power for camping or tailgating, a power station is an essential purchase. However, with tons of options available, it’s crucial that you understand the key factors in your decision. What Is a Power Station? A power station is a large rechargeable battery pack with multiple outputs, including AC outlets, USB charging, and DC ports. Think of it as a very large power bank....

Quick Links Summary If you’re like me, you may have avoided Samsung devices in the past because of the amount of bloat they added to Android. Well, the story has changed—Samsung One UI is now remarkably attractive, and Samsung apps are actually worth using. I would choose many of them over Google’s own apps. Samsung Internet is a Legit Browser In the early days of Android, every manufacturer shipped their own thinly skinned version of Android’s default web browser....

Summary Catching up on the news means either dodging paywalls on traditional media sites, or wading through toxic comments on social media, right? Wrong: there’s another way. RSS has been keeping us informed for over two decades, and it’s as relevant today as ever. What Is RSS? Like the old Betamax format for videotapes, RSS is an example of a worse technology winning a format war, since the Atom alternative is, in many ways, superior....

The automotive world has changed a lot in recent years, especially if you look at the luxury segment. With new competitors popping up and a bigger focus on tech than ever before, things have really been shaken up. Despite this, one model remains the king of luxury after over 50 years on the market, continually pushing boundaries and innovating. Mercedes-Benz has built its reputation by delivering some of the most comfortable and opulent vehicles that money can buy....

LastPass used to be one of thebest password managers, but more recently, its reputation has taken a hit from multiple security breaches. Now the company has confirmed the last one was really bad. LastPass suffered a security breachback in August, when a hacker gained access to development environments and was able to steal source code and other proprietary information. Later in December,LastPass confirmeda hacker was able to use that data to “gain access to certain elements of our customers' information....

Quick Links The cartoons of the 1980s were a wild mixture of commercialism and fantasy. While it’s easy to see the marketing masquerading now, there’s just something about cartoons with transforming robots, ninja turtles, and ponies that’s hard to ignore. You really had to be there. Maybe you were there and want to go back. Or maybe you weren’t and want to figure out where all these long-running franchises started. If you wish to return to that era, these are the classic 1980s cartoons on streaming you need to check out....

Quick Links In online FPS games, it often feels like every opponent has better aim. While you’re struggling for a body shot, they effortlessly land headshots. The good news is that aim is a skill you’re able to improve, and this article will teach you how. 13Get the Right Gear Before we dive into the individual tips to improve your aim, let’s first discuss your equipment. You’ll often hear pros say that you can achieve a high level regardless of what gear you use....

Quick Links Portable power stations are large batteries with power outlets that let you power all of your usual tech. Some can now even power your house. I’ve become enamored with these little devices. Let me tell you why. 5Charge Quickly From a Solar Panel I don’t know if solar power will ever stop feeling like magic. I have solar panels on my roof, and Imonitor solar power production using a smartphone app....

I love science-fiction in all its forms, and I’m just as likely to watch the latest blockbuster as I am to watch some indie film with a weird premise and no budget. Even some of the worst sci-fi usually has at least one interesting idea, after all. The other day, I stumbled over some classic sci-fi movies on YouTube that are available in full and are legal to watch, which got me wondering what obscure treasures might be lurking in the world’s biggest repository of videos....

Quick Links Summary Nintendo sure caught everyone off-guard this year by releasing an alarm clock and music streaming platform when we were all the Switch 2. I welcome this quirky lifestyle product revolution and even have a few ideas as to what Nintendo could make next. A Nintendo Watch Let’s start with an obvious one, not only because smartwatches are a hot commodity, but also because Nintendo’s already dipped its toe into similar waters....

Summer is the best time to explore all the delicious streaming services and the feasts they have to offer. With new content constantly releasing this season, you might be left wondering which is the best streaming choice for the next few months. I’m here to help with that. Here are nine new shows and movies that makeApple TV+the perfect summer streaming service. 10 Starring Alexander Skarsgård, Noma Dumezweni, David Dastmalchian, and Sabrina Wu...