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Though you won’t get the same views with your eyes as you do with instruments like Hubble, JWST, or even a backyard telescope, there are still plenty of cool things to look at in the night sky with just your eyes. Here are some of my favorites. 5The Planets Most of the planets in our solar system can actually be viewed with the unaided eye (except Neptune) though you usually need to know where you’re looking to find them....

Summary If you’re like me, you’re always looking for ways to optimize your at-home desk setup. Whether you work from home or just like to have a personal workspace, a wireless phone charging stand on your desk can do more for your productivity than you might expect. 1StandBy Mode Shines on a Charging Stand If you’ve never used aMagSafecompatible charging stand for your iPhone, you might not have much experience withStandBy Mode, introduced in iOS 17....

Students may think twice before using ChatGPT to write whole essays and research papers if OpenAI decides to launch its anticheating tool. However, it’s unclear if that will ever actually happen. OpenAI confirmed it has been working on a tool for detecting writing fromChatGPT, following an August 4 report byThe Wall Street Journal. An OpenAI spokesperson toldTechCrunchthe company is taking a deliberate approach to detecting AI-written text because of “the complexities involved and its likely impact on the broader ecosystem beyond OpenAI....

Using Google Maps to share your real-time location with others is a great feature, but it’s understandable if you don’t want to let someone see your every move 24/7. Did you know you could temporarily share your phone’s location during a vacation road trip or other travel? Apple’s location sharing and Find My are well-known at this point, and Google offers something similar on Google Maps that works withAndroid,iPhone, oriPad. However, during setup, most people choose to share their location indefinitely or select the option to share “until you turn this off,” which isn’t ideal....

Razer has just released its Pokémon Collection in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. This comes after the popular debut of this same line in Asia, complete with a mechanical gaming keyboard, gaming mouse, and mousepad. This collaboration brings together the super-popularPokémonseries with Razer’s signature gaming peripherals. The collection features iconic Pokémon like Pikachu and the beloved Kanto Region First starter Pokémon Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle. I am on Charmander’s team for life, but you don’t even have to choose a starter; they’re all featured in the designs....

Razer’s newest competitive gaming mouse, the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed, is a paradox. It’s a slight downgrade from other mice in Razer’s catalog, but it comes with a unique Dynamic Sensitivity setting that may convince gamers to stop worrying about specs. Priced at $100, theDeathAdder V3 HyperSpeedis a “third pillar” in the DeathAdder V3 family. It’s a mid-range alternative to the wiredDeathAdder V3and the premiumV3 Pro, which cost $70 and $150, respectively....

Summary Before the plasma, LCD, or OLED TV, the only choice for a truly “big” screen was the rear-projection TV. We never had one, but just like a Lamborghini Countach or LaserDisc player, these massive TVs were aspirational for the children of the 80s and 90s. TV Size Has Always Mattered There are two reasons to want a big TV. The first is that you just love TV and want the best experience when watching movies or shows....

Quick Links This week’s deals are all about gamers! From monitors, to controllers, to high-powered internal and externals SSDs, we’ve got everything both new and veteran gamers need to get their rigs up and running. Even better, most of the items in today’s weekly roundup are down to their lowest prices ever! Samsung Odyssey G7 Series Gaming Monitor For $499.99 ($200 Off) Whether you like to play the hottest new AAA games, dive into indie darlings, or pore over emails and browser tabs at work, your PC’s monitor is the window into it all....

Anker Soundcore has released two new earbud models: the C40i and the AeroFit 2. Both models are designed with open-ear technology. The C40i, an update to the brand’s clip earbud lineup, has a redesigned clip that flexes onto the cartilage of the ear for better comfort. It’s marketed as having a lot of stability during outdoor activities like running or biking while letting users hear their surroundings. It does this through a flexible connector that clips onto the cartilage surrounding the ear....

Summary Just when you think headphones have peaked, theSoundcore Space One Procome along and bring a unique way to fold up, by twisting. On top of a new design, the headphones are incredibly comfortable and sound good. With the exception of one disappointing feature, I was thoroughly impressed. Soundcore Space One Pro Soundcore-engineered FlexiCurve Structure reduces the size of the headphones by 50%. Space One Pro noise canceling headphones' compact and foldable design lets you pack more....

Quick Links Sharing files between Linux and Windows can sometimes feel challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. Several reliable methods exist, whether transferring files over a network, using a dual-boot setup, or simply moving a few documents. I’ll start with the simplest options and move toward more advanced methods, so you may choose the best approach based on your comfort level and needs. 8Cloud Storage Services Cloud storage platforms likeDropboxandGoogle Driveoffer easy file sharing across Linux and Windows....

Read update The best NAS devices for Plex make it easy to access your favorite media across a variety of devices. These four products offer you a great way to build your own server and upgrade your streaming game. UPDATE: 16-08-2025 We’ve reviewed our recommendations and have updated our pick for the best NAS for Plex overall. Synology DiskStation DS423+ What to Look For in a NAS Device for Plex Plexis an incredible piece of software....

Just got a new and shiny Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra? You ought to dress it up in a quality case, preferably one that will make the phone Qi2-compatible. There are many cases out there, so why spend hours searching for the best ones when you can check out our hand-picked favorites instead? TORRAS Strong Case for Galaxy S25 Ultra The TORRAS Magnetic Case for Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a jack of all trades that’s packed with features....