Your Old Phone Can Be Turned Into A Cheap, Simple NAS Solution
Don't throw away that old smartphone. With a simple app and a charger, you can build a functional home server for $0. Here is how to set up your own DIY NAS.
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Ice Dams Are A Major Winter Threat To Your Home – Here's How To Stop Them
Is your roof secretly leaking? Ice dams can destroy your walls before you notice. Discover a clever DIY trick using old socks to save your home.
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Microsoft Has A New Strategy To Stop Windows Users From Downloading Chrome
The first thing that most Windows users do is probably download Google Chrome to replace Edge — and Microsoft is trying even harder to stop that.
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These 5 Samsung Galaxy S26 Features Will Make It Hard To Beat In 2026
Samsung's Android rivals may now offer stiff competition, but the Galaxy S26's new features look like it'll it at the top of the pile for 2026.
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Space Heaters Aren't The Only Home Fire Threat When Keeping Warm This Winter
The cold winter months mean you'll need to find a way to heat your home, but that also means you're introducing several fire hazards into your home.
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This DIY Drone Just Shattered The Record For Fastest In The World
Drones are becoming incredibly commonplace as useful tools, but they're still something raced by enthusiasts, and one racer just shattered a world record.
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This Winter Trick Could Save You From Getting Frozen Out Of The House
Frozen locks on car and residential doors are one frustration that comes with cold weather, and this simple DIY hack can keep your home's locks from freezing.
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Why Some USB Ports Charge So Much Slower Than Others
USB ports are everywhere on our devices because they're vital for charging and transferring data. Just make sure you know which ones to use for faster charging.
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What Are The Water Jets For Bullet Trains Actually For?
You may have seen powerful water jets hosing down bullet trains at certain parts of the track. This is crucial for safety in snowy and icy conditions.
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16 Common Amazon Echo Problems (And How To Fix Them)
The Amazon Echo can be a handy accessory to have in your home, but there are common problems that can pop up. Here's how to troubleshoot them.
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The DIY Fix To Stop Mice From Invading Your Home This Winter
Staying warm during the winter is very important, and the local rodents might want to get warm, too. What's a DIY way to keep them out of the house this winter?
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6 Raspberry Pi Robot Kits For Every Skill Level
If you're a tinkerer or a roboticist, Raspberry Pi have several robot builds you might want to consider.
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7 Tech Trends We Hope Never Come Back
Remember when phones curved for no good reason and every device needed a new cable? This article revisits tech trends that wasted our time.
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California Cities Are Going All In On Controversial AI License Plate Readers
AI license plate readers have attracted a lot of controversy, but it looks like cities in California are choosing to double down on the technology.
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5 Underrated CarPlay Apps Most Drivers Are Missing Out On
Using default CarPlay apps isn't always ideal. There are some great, if lesser-known, alternatives that can provide a better driving experience.
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The Cheap, Yet High-Quality Digital Camera We'd Actually Recommend
While most everyone has a camera on their phone, a good high-quality standalone camera can't be beat. You can get this one we recommend for less than $1k.
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Can You Ride An E-Bike On The Sidewalk? Here's What Florida Law Says
You can ride a regular bicycle on the sidewalk in most places, but are e-bikes allowed on sidewalks under Florida state law? Let's take a look at what it says.
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China Cracks Down On Smugglers Exporting Crucial Tech Minerals
Smugglers in China have been sentenced to months or even years of prison after they were caught illegally exporting tons of a mineral needed for tech parts.
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5 Hints That It's Probably Time To Upgrade Your Phone
A weak battery is only part of the story. Lost security updates and quietly breaking apps show when keeping your phone costs more than upgrading.
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This Adapter Can Make Your iPad Charge Faster
There's no getting around the fact that iPads need to charge, but that doesn't stop just about everyone from trying to get them to charge as fast as possible.
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4 Must-Have Samsung Gadgets You Didn't Know Existed
Samsung is best known for its world class smartphones that make the best use of the Android architecture. What are some other cool products the company makes?
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5 Aviation Companies You Didn't Realize Are Owned By Boeing
Boeing is well-known for building and manufacturing aircraft, but it also owns several aviation companies. Here's everything you need to know.
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4 Amazon Finds Worth Buying For Your Garage (According To Users)
Amazon sells almost everything under the sun — including plenty of products that can give your garage a new lease on life. Here are some highlights.
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Is There A Difference Between An HDMI Splitter And HDMI Switch?
Whether you need an HDMI splitter or an HDMI switch depends on if you want to connect your device to multiple TVs, or multiple devices to your TV.
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These Drone-Installed 'Magic Balls' Could Transform The Power Grid
A Norwegian startup has developed a technology to help study and optimize the power grid, and it all starts with "magic balls" that are installed via drones.
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US To Let Power-Hungry Data Centers Plug Directly Into Power Plants
As AI data centers' power consumption puts more strain on the grid, the U.S. is trying to tackle issue by letting them draw power directly from plants instead.
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12 Tech Gifts Ideas That Older People Will Find Useful
If you're gift shopping for the older members of your family, tech may seem like a thorny prospect, but there are still some useful and accessible options.
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