Lenovo’s Yoga 9i makes a case for paying more for build quality
How-To Geekby Patrick Campanale4d ago
Lenovo's latest premium laptop, the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Aura Edition 14, boasts a lot of premium features.
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top 46%3 ways to repurpose an old Google TV remote
How-To Geekby Tyler Dupont4d ago
An old TV remote is easy to overlook. Once the device it came with is gone, the remote usually ends up in a drawer with a pile of other forgotten electronics, destined to sit there indefinitely or...
How to debloat Windows without installing suspicious tools or ISOs
How-To Geekby Arol Wright4d ago
Fresh Windows installs often ship with apps most people never open, and some quietly keep running in the background.
Long before Android desktop mode, Google wanted to turn any TV into a Chromebook
How-To Geekby Joe Fedewa4d ago
Android dominates the smartphone market, and Google TV is a strong streaming platform. That same success hasn't followed Google's attempts with PCs — and it's not for lack of trying.
4 new Netflix documentaries to watch in October
How-To Geekby T.M. Amrita4d ago
Netflix's documentary collection is a rich place to explore titles for your watch list. Whether you are digging for a documentary on your niche interests or just looking for an entertaining watch...
I replaced OneDrive with a free open-source alternative
How-To Geekby Nick Lewis4d ago
One day, OneDrive just appeared on my PC. Before I knew it, it was syncing files, backing up my entire desktop, and storing photos. Unfortunately, OneDrive has problems.
5 surprisingly useful jobs your Milwaukee batteries have outside the workshop
How-To Geekby Patrick Campanale4d ago
Did you know that you could use your Milwaukee M18 battery to power a fridge on the job site? What about using an M12 battery to stay warm with a powered jacket?
6 ways to repurpose an old Chromebook
How-To Geekby Shan Abdul4d ago
When a Chromebook ages, it often sits unused and collects dust. However, with a little effort, you can breathe new life into your old device.
The $5 problem that brought my entire homelab down
How-To Geekby Adam Davidson4d ago
I've had issues with my homelab dying in the past for several different reasons. Services hogging all the RAM have caused things to crash, and I've even had problems with the mini PC overheating.
3 Home Assistant projects to unlock hidden hardware features this weekend (Oct 2-4)
How-To Geekby Adam Davidson4d ago
It's usually the case that when you want to add capabilities to your smart home, you need to invest in new hardware.
These 4 powerful Linux features have no equivalent in Windows
How-To Geekby Arol Wright4d ago
Windows and Linux both handle everyday computing, but they differ sharply in how much control they give you.
Laptops don't make sense anymore: Why a mini PC and tablet are the superior option
How-To Geekby Monica J. White4d ago
Anyone who knows me also knows I'm no big fan of laptops. As a PC builder for 20+ years, it'll surprise nobody that I prefer to just build my own thing instead.
Magnets transformed my messy Android Auto setup, and the fix costs less than you think
How-To Geekby Nate Pangaro4d ago
Android Auto is a great tool to use when driving. It lets you use the best of your phone and cast it to your infotainment system.
These 4 Android apps fix everything Google Messages got wrong
How-To Geekby Jorge A. Aguilar4d ago
Google Messages works fine until you start wanting more from it. It feels so outdated because it's plain and basic.
5 more old gadgets worth keeping because the open-source community found better uses for them
How-To Geekby Adam Davidson4d ago
It's a frustrating situation when your gadgets become useless long before the hardware actually fails.
5 more ways to repurpose an old Kindle
How-To Geekby Adam Davidson5d ago
There are plenty of things you can do with an old Kindle, from loading it with children's books and giving it to your kids to trading it in for a newer model.
Your smart home is probably already running AI-written code, and you can't avoid it even if you want to
How-To Geekby Adam Davidson5d ago
Whatever your personal feelings on using AI in coding, plenty of people are happy to take advantage of tools like ChatGPT and Claude when building smart home projects.
5 Ryobi products so rare they've become collectables
How-To Geekby Patrick Campanale5d ago
Ryobi has made power tools for decades, and while some have become industry stalwarts, others are now relics of the past and collectibles.
This is the only Ethernet cable you actually need to run through your walls
How-To Geekby Monica J. White5d ago
Using Ethernet for every device that allows it is the smart thing to do. You're prioritizing stability over convenience, and if that's fine by you, then you're unlikely to regret it.
Get lifetime access to Microsoft Office 2024 Pro Plus for just $40 with our exclusive code
How-To Geekby Jeff Turbett5d ago
Every so often, there comes along a discount that may make you stop and think, 'Is this too good to be true?'