5 Drag Racing Icons That Owned The Quarter Mile In The 1980s
Some '80s cars looked tame but delivered runs that still surprise today, proving their quarter mile chops through engineering that pushed them further.
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Should You Buy A Refurbished Laptop? Here's What You Need To Know
If you need to buy a new laptop but are on a budget, getting a refurbished laptop may seem like a good option. Before you do, here's what you need to know.
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Common Mistakes People Make With Docking Stations (And How To Avoid Them)
Docks and hubs can offer a great fix for your laptop's shrinking complement of ports, but not all of them will be equally compatible or useful to you.
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5 Of The Worst-Looking Cars From The 1970s That We Wouldn't Be Caught Driving Today
The gas crises of the 1970s launched the Malaise Era, now remembered for underpowered cars, but let's not forget that they could be incredibly ugly, too.
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Toyota Is Pouring Nearly Half A Billion Dollars Into This US State
Toyota is investing around $453 million into one specific U.S. state to ramp up its hybrid future. Find out which factory is getting the massive upgrade.
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You Can Know Exactly When Your Mail's Been Delivered With This Smart Sensor
Not everything can be e-mailed and text messaged. Amazon packages and even some official documents will find their way into your mailbox from time to time.
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RedMagic Astra Gaming Tablet Review: More Than An iPad Mini Alternative
The RedMagic Astra is the most powerful gaming tablet in the segment -- so why is it so (relatively) inexpensive?
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Mozilla Is Trying To Get Firefox Back Into The Game With This Free Service
Much like other browsers, Mozilla's Firefox is also getting a boost in privacy functionality, though for now it's only available to certain beta users.
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16 Of The Top-Rated iPad Game Apps That Users Are Playing In 2025
The Apple iPad is great for mobile gaming if you're feeling cramped on your iPhone. And thankfully there's a massive list of top-rated games to choose from.
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This Is Considered The Best Major PC Brand In Terms Of Customer Satisfaction
A major Windows PC brand has finally dethroned Apple in customer satisfaction rankings for the first time in years. Find out which company is now #1.
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5 Popular CPUs That Became Outdated In 2025
These popular CPUs were once cutting edge, but the pace of technology means that the latest-gen hardware can become obsolete faster than we'd like.
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Microsoft Teams Is Rolling Out A Feature To Stop You From Recording Meetings
A new Microsoft Teams feature is making it harder to record meetings without permission. See how this privacy update stops you from capturing sensitive calls.
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Can You Watch YouTube On CarPlay? Here's What You Need To Know
Want to watch YouTube videos on your car's infotainment screen? iOS's new Video In The Car feature could make this possible - but not for everyone.
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10 Reasons Why A Thermal Camera Is The Best Accessory For Your Smartphone
Curious what thermal imaging can actually do on a phone? This guide breaks down the surprising ways a small add-on becomes genuinely practical.
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10 Common Military Alphabet Code Words And Code Phrases (And What They Mean)
These phrases are often picked up by the troops, and they make their way into the vernacular and sometimes pop culture too.
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Redditors Hate This Apple Product, But Here's Why They're Wrong
Apple makes a wide range of great devices, but there's one in particular that draws some ire from the Reddit community. Here's what it is and why they're wrong.
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When Did Laptops Get Rid Of CD/DVD Drives?
Remember when laptops had disc drives? Here’s when — and why — manufacturers decided to leave CDs and DVDs behind for good.
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Which Luxury Car Brand Is The Best Value? Here's What KBB Says
Buying a luxury car isn't always about spending a ton of money — bang for buck is important, too, and one brand does that better than the rest according to KBB.
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How To Install Custom Fonts On Your Android Device
Android devices give you more personalization options than iPhones, and that can include going as far as changing your phone's font to something more fun.
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5 Of Our Favorite Large Luxury Coupes
The world's grandest automakers build grand tourers combining aristocratic elegance with superlative performance. We polled staff for their favorite choices.
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ChatGPT Hasn't Been Banned From Giving Legal Or Medical Advice, But You Still Shouldn't Trust It
Despite a popular rumor, ChatGPT is not banned from giving users legal or medical advice, but that doesn't mean you should actually listen to it.
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5 Apple CarPlay Widgets You Should Install ASAP
Your CarPlay can do more than you think — a few smart widgets can turn it from basic navigation into something surprisingly useful.
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Android User With A MacBook? Here's How I Made It Work As A Busy Tech Writer
Mac and Android can get along if you're willing to put in a little bit of prep work. Here's how one of our writers manages the relationship.
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Tesla Owner Shows Just How Cheap It Can Be To Charge An EV
EVs may no longer benefit from tax credits, but they still have an overall ownership cost advantage over gasoline cars, as one Tesla owner has demonstrated.
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Yes, You Can Get AppleCare On A Refurbished iPhone - But There's A Catch
Even refurbished iPhones can be expensive, so buyers may be interested in protecting their purchase with AppleCare. This is possible, but not always.
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2025 Honda Goldwing Top Speed: How Fast Is The Motorcycle?
Honda’s Goldwing has long defined the touring class. The 2025 model shows that comfort and performance can ride side by side.
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These Are The Best Cheap Chromebooks, According To Consumer Reports
These budget Chromebooks punch above their price, offering long battery life and smooth performance. See which models Consumer Reports recommends.
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