As a digital nomad fond of the dual-display lifestyle, I'm always searching for the best ways to extend my screen real estate on the go. At first, I used my iPad Pro to extend the screen of my MacBook Air with Sidecar. Eventually, that grew tiring, so I looked for other options. I've tested more than a handful of great portable monitors in the time since, but settled on the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i as … [Read more...]

If you've been looking to make a really big change to your existing PC setup, a gaming monitor is a good way to go. Not only are you going to get the added performance perks that a gaming monitor brings, but it can also really change the overall look and feel of your desk and room as well. While there are plenty of great gaming monitor options to choose from, some of them can be quite expensive. … [Read more...]

This all-in-one charging station is a great buy if you're looking to clean up all the cable clutter in your home or office. Not only does it have multiple USB ports, but it also has AC outlets as well, just in case you need to plug in devices that require more power. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]

Building a home lab is quite intriguing. It offers tech enthusiasts a space for experimentation, learning, and innovation. While its easy to get started with a home lab, several mishaps can cost you dearly and drain your wallet in seconds. From unsecured networks and overloaded circuits, to insufficient ventilation, here are the most common home lab disasters that can leave you with hefty repair … [Read more...]

Microsoft Excel comes with a bunch of collaboration tools so that you can share your workbook data and streamline communication. That said, before you hit the Share button and send your Excel workbook to team members, take a few moments to review your workbook thoroughly. Taking a moment for a second review is useful for identifying mistakes, safeguarding sensitive data, and preventing any … [Read more...]

If you've built a PC in the last 10 years, chances are high that you only have SSDs on your computer. Solid-state drives have inevitably replaced hard drives for most common use cases, thanks to their superior performance, durability, convenience, and cost (unless you're using tons of storage). So, it's no wonder that SSDs will be the predominant medium of storage for the foreseeable … [Read more...]

Over time, as you install and uninstall programs, or move files from one folder to another, your Windows PC can accumulate a large amount of empty folders. These directories, though harmless, can unnecessarily clutter your system and make it challenging to find what you really need. Therefore, its always a good idea to regularly check for such folders and delete them in order to maintain efficient … [Read more...]

The rivalry between Slack and Microsoft Teams goes back to late 2016 when the Windows maker officially announced its ultimate collaboration app for organizations. Slack even released a full-page newspaper ad to welcome (and warn) Microsofts competition entering the messaging market. Despite entering the market later, Microsoft's Teams has significantly outpaced Slack in terms of user numbers. This … [Read more...]

Apple released macOS 15 Sequoia to all compatible Macs earlier this week, marking the earliest date a new version of the OS has arrived in over a decade. Now, it is offering a public beta of macOS 15.1 to owners of the best Macs who want to try out upcoming Apple Intelligence features ahead of next month's release. Users can enroll for the macOS 15.1 public beta on Apple's official website, and … [Read more...]

In the fast-paced world of modern technology, efficiency is key, and mastering keyboard shortcuts can be a game-changer. Whether youre working on a project, writing an email, or managing multiple tabs in your browser, knowing the right shortcuts can save precious time. Instead of constantly shifting between the mouse and keyboard, these quick combinations allow you to perform essential tasks in … [Read more...]

All-flash Network-Attached Storage enclosures have been the latest attraction in the NAS space. Small and lightweight, these compact devices can only fit SSDs and have tinier footprints compared to their HDD-only siblings. Although support for ultra-fast SSDs is a fantastic feature, most of the pre-built all-flash devices Ive come across are crippled by some dumb, deal-breaking restrictions, be it … [Read more...]

Extensions can be a double-edged sword. They can add valuable tools to your browser for a much more enjoyable experience, but add too many and they can begin dragging your browser performance down. If you're using Microsoft Edge, there's some good news; the Redmond giant is adding a tool that will let you know if any of your extensions are hogging your resources. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]

If you've been on the internet long enough, you'll know that people love getting Doom onto things. There's a mantra of "if it has a screen, it can run Doom" which has helped drive people to get in on everyone, from calculators to lawnmowers. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]

The Wi-Fi router that supplies your home with internet access is an often overlooked device for upgrades. As long as it's working properly and sending out Wi-Fi, everybody in the home is happy. But that doesn't mean that should be the case, as networking standards are updated on a regular basis, and the number of networked devices in your home increases over time. Whether you want a mesh network … [Read more...]

As the fight for the best AI assistant heats up, we're seeing the big companies bringing out their own LLMs to combat the rest. However, this does mean that using each company's AI model is pretty much restricted to when you're using their software or services. Fortunately, Parallels Desktop aims to change that by allowing users to run Apple Intelligence on Windows 11 through the means of virtual … [Read more...]

For the longest time, the 10 Gigabit Ethernet standard, or 10GbE, was the pinnacle of connectivity to aim at for home lab, NAS, or home server owners. It never really caught on in consumer-level gear, except for a few halo products, and advancements in wireless connectivity standards outpaced the speed of wired adoption. It's also been replaced in the data center, with 40GbE and 100GbE taking its … [Read more...]

With so many excellent Linux distributions out there, it's only natural that the community banded together to find a way to make installing apps across all of these distros a lot easier. Snap packages (or just "Snaps") are designed to run on as many distros as possible; just run them and you're good to go. We've seen companies adopt the Snap format for their apps over time, and now, Vivaldi has … [Read more...]

Cherry is one of the most well known brands when it comes to mechanical keyboards. Not necessarily for its own branded keyboards, but for the mechanical switches that are found in many of the most popular options. Recently, Cherry's Ctrfy brand introduced the new MX 3.1 full-size gaming keyboard, and it's a pretty good one. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]

It's a good idea to assume that everything you do online is being monitored by someone, somewhere. That way, you're always vigilant and make sure you keep your most important data far away from prying eyes. However, there are a lot of misconceptions about who can see your online activity, and what exactly they can see. Let's clear things up by going over four entities that can see your search … [Read more...]

The PC industry in 2024 is probably the most interesting it's been in a long time. Qualcomm threw its hat in the ring with the Snapdragon X series processors, and it clearly had AMD and Intel shaking in their boots, as both quickly followed up with their own new lineups of chips. Source: xda-developers.com … [Read more...]