I built my own Android Auto alternative using Samsung Galaxy routines
How-To Geekby Joe Fedewa·14d ago
Some of us are still driving around in vehicles without fancy infotainment displays. There are several methods for bringing Android Auto into a car, but what if you just want to use your phone?
Access points vs. Wi-Fi extenders: One of these "solutions" just makes the problem worse
How-To Geekby Monica J. White·14d ago
Lots of people use Wi-Fi extenders, but is that truly the right thing to do? It's the easy way, that's for sure, but whether it's the right way is debatable.
Motorola's Signature 27 is finally bringing GrapheneOS to non-Pixel phones
How-To Geekby Jon Fingas·14d ago
It's now clear which Motorola phone will be the first to support GrapheneOS. The development team behind GrapheneOS has confirmed that the U.S.-bound Signature 27 can run its privacy-oriented take...
Your TV's sound is terrible, but here's how to fix it without spending a dime
How-To Geekby Sydney Butler·14d ago
There's no getting around the fact that modern flat-panel TV sound is usually pretty awful. The thin bodies of these devices don't leave much room for decent speakers and audio components, so many...
5 reasons to keep your old Android tablet instead of buying an expensive replacement
How-To Geekby Goran Damnjanovic·14d ago
Many tech fiends, myself included, something newer. But the reality of the Android tablet market is that Google — and most OEMs, for that matter — stopped prioritizing tablets a while ago.
I gave up on Windows and Linux for an OS that gives me the best of both worlds
How-To Geekby Sydney Butler·14d ago
I've used Windows as my primary operating system since the release of Windows 3.1, but in 2019 I got a gig writing for 9to5Mac, which meant I actually needed a Mac to do the job!
The 3 must-have Ryobi tools you can't find at Home Depot
How-To Geekby Cory Gunther·14d ago
Ryobi fans are a passionate bunch, and most of us own several of the company's tools. As many of you know, Ryobi products are sold almost exclusively at Home Depot in the U.S., but here are a few...
Google's Pixel phone app can now make calls for you, but there's a catch
How-To Geekby Joe Fedewa·14d ago
Google's big focus for Android this year has been "intelligence" features. As usual, most of its work has gone towards the Pixel series.
12 things I do right after installing Linux (and you should too)
How-To Geekby Zunaid Ali·14d ago
Did a fresh Linux install? You're not done yet. Whether you're new to Linux or a seasoned user, there are certain things you should do to configure your new Linux system.
Save $22 on Anker's 622 Magnetic Power Bank and charge your iPhone anywhere
How-To Geekby Saeed Wazir·14d ago
Many of us can't do without our iPhones in our fast-paced lives. They're essential tools for business, navigation, and communication, and running out of juice can cost us time and money.
IPv6 failed the internet, but it's secretly winning in your home network
How-To Geekby Monica J. White·14d ago
How many times have you heard the phrase "the future of the internet" in relation to a product or a piece of software that was very much not the future of the internet? Many, I'd wager.
Meta VR Glasses are here—how do they compare to Vision Pro?
How-To Geekby Jon Fingas·14d ago
Meta has rethought its approach to virtual reality — and it's important news if you like the concept of VR eyewear that keeps you in touch with the outside world.
5 new shows to watch this weekend across Netflix, Hulu, and more (September 25-27)
How-To Geekby Dan Girolamo·14d ago
We are now living in a post-Emmys world. Several shows made history at the 2026 Emmys, and you have plenty of time to stream them this fall.
I used Lumo AI for a week instead of ChatGPT. Here's what I learned
How-To Geekby Nimrah Chaudhry·14d ago
Anyone who’s interested in security and uses open-source applications has probably heard of at least one Proton product, whether it’s Proton Mail, Proton VPN, Proton Wallet, Proton Authenticator...
Your favorite hobby is a lot cheaper with a 3D printer
How-To Geekby Patrick Campanale·14d ago
Are you looking for a good excuse to buy a 3D printer? What if I told you that owning a 3D printer could make other hobbies you're interested in way cheaper?
Stop leaving hard drives in a drawer: Why 'Bit Rot' is destroying your data
How-To Geekby Arol Wright·14d ago
Cloud storage can get costly, so an alternative for many people is to just grab any important memories and store them in a hard drive to revisit in the future.
Your phone's battery is still replaceable, and it's cheaper than you think
How-To Geekby Jorge A. Aguilar·14d ago
Most people assume a slowing phone means it's time for an upgrade, but that's not true. The real answer is almost always that the battery behind your screen is wearing out.
Think Bambu Lab is the worst company in 3D printing? Think again
How-To Geekby Tim Brookes·14d ago
Bambu Lab is often painted as the “worst” 3D printer manufacturer that happens to make the “best” 3D printers.
Every distro should steal these 3 easy setup features from MX Linux
How-To Geekby Arol Wright·14d ago
MX Linux is one of the most popular distros, and while its Debian base is attractive, it's not even its biggest draw.
I took apart my 8-month-old $750 GPU to fix a factory defect no one talks about
How-To Geekby Ismar Hrnjicevic·15d ago
I bought a Gigabyte RX 9070 XT Gaming OC on the last day of December last year, and the card developed a high hotspot temperature after just a few weeks of use.
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