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TVs and Streaming By Jam Kotenko 12 months ago

What Does The Lock Icon On Netflix Mean (And Can You Remove It?)

Netflix is a popular streaming platform, but if you see a lock icon on a profile, show, or mobile device screen, it can be confusing. Here's how to remove it.

Wearables By Adnan Ahmed 12 months ago

5 Useful Apple Watch Apps For Your Next Outdoors Adventure

If you enjoy the great outdoors for anything, from hikes to runs to stargazing, these five apps will enable your Apple Watch to help you enjoy it more.

close-up of a Kumho tire attached to a vehicle

Cars By Corazon Victorino 12 months ago

Where Are Kumho Tires Made & Who Owns The Company?

Kumho Tire has a major worldwide presence and produces tens of millions of tires every year. Here’s where it makes its tires and who owns the company.

A young female wearing a carry-on bag while checking the flight schedule at the airport

Technology By Corazon Victorino 12 months ago

Every Type Of Battery The TSA Lets You Bring In Your Carry-On

Most of the devices you own are powered by batteries of some sort, but will you be allowed to take them onboard an aircraft?

Cars By Andrew Ekuwem 12 months ago

These 8 New SUVs Have The Worst Safety Ratings

The perception that SUVs are safer in an accident is a key part of their appeal, but what about the ones with the worst safety ratings from the NHTSA and IIHS?

A collection of Milwaukee Packout products in a workshop

Milwaukee By John Davis 12 months ago

6 Alternatives To Milwaukee's Packout Rolling Tool Box

If you need a modular tool box solution but aren't into the Milwaukee Packout, there are now a ton of different options from reputable tool brands.

Dodge Challenger Demon 170 parked showing yellow splitter guards on the front of the car

Car Accessories By Aman Kumar 12 months ago

What Are The Yellow Splitter Guards On A Dodge Charger For & Should You Remove Them?

If you have noticed yellow splitter guards on a Dodge Charger, you may wonder if it is an accessory or if it should be removed. Here's what you need to know.

Hand installing motion sensor on the wall

Accessories and Peripherals By Marinel Sigue 12 months ago

5 Clever Uses For Motion Detectors Around Your House

One device that can transform your space into a smart home is a motion sensor. These gadgets are affordable and offer a range of practical uses in your home.

The six-mast schooner Wyoming docked in an undated photo, likely around 1909

Technology By Jonathan H. Kantor 12 months ago

Why The World's Largest Wooden Ship, The Wyoming, Was A Bad Idea From The Start

The Wyoming held the distinction of the largest wooden boat of its time, but this wasn't necessarily a good thing. Here's the story behind the ship.

Cars By Joe Capraro 12 months ago

4 Of The Most Hated Toyota Models Ever Made

Toyota has made a lot of models owners love, but even the company with the best rep for reliability has made some stinkers. These are Toyotas people hated.

TVs and Streaming By Lynnae Williams 12 months ago

Are Fire TV Remotes Interchangeable? A Quick Look At Compatibility

If you've misplaced your Fire TV remote and want a replacement, you should make sure that the one you plan on getting is compatible with your hardware.

Cars By Stephen Fogel 12 months ago

8 Alternatives To The Porsche Boxster And Cayman

The Porsche Boxster and Cayman are beautiful, high-end sports cars, and their price reflects that. Here are some alternatives if Porsche isn't in your budget.

Tesla Cybertrucks lined up near a Tesla dealership

Electric Vehicles By Rahul Srinivas 12 months ago

The Cybertruck Is Banned In The UK, But Not For The Reason You'd Expect

Tesla's shiny, angular Cybertruck isn't currently allowed on U.K. streets, with multiple hurdles - and one particular law - getting in its way.

Picture of a Humanoid Robot behind a screen showing AI tools for translation, writing, image creation etc

Artificial Intelligence By Emma Street 12 months ago

What Is Agentic AI & How Might It Change How The World Works In The Future?

Agentic AI is the next big development in the world of artificial intelligence. Here's what is and how it might shape how our world works in the future.

Milwaukee By Daniel Trock 12 months ago

How To Secure Milwaukee Packout Boxes In Your Truck Bed

Milwaukee's Packout boxes are great and convenient for carrying them all together. Here is the best way to secure them in the back of your truck

Cars By Olivia Richman 12 months ago

Corvette Zora: Why The Rumors Of This New Chevy Have Everyone Excited

The Corvette Zora has been spotted testing on Germany's Nurbringring, and speculation is that it may have a 1,200 horsepower hybrid drivetrain.

Women's hands holding an Amazon package with the woman's lap, a sofa and a patterned carpet in the background.

Technology By Emma Street 12 months ago

Amazon Is Killing Off One Of Its Prime Features, And The Reason Is Unexpected

Amazon Prime offers lots of perks to its customers, but one of the best is about to end. The change will mean more hassle for those who've grown to love it.

Science By Cassidy Ward 12 months ago

This Company Plans To Bring The Woolly Mammoth Back From Extinction: Here's How

The woolly mammoth has been extinct for thousands of years, but Colossal Biosciences is pursuing technology that could help bring them back.

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Artificial Intelligence By Emma Street 12 months ago

Do AI Humanizers Actually Work? We Tested Them And This Is What We Found

The newest wave of LLMs and AI tools designed to be "more human" are here, but do they really stand up to the test? We take a hands-on look.

Smartphones By Adnan Ahmed 12 months ago

How To Reset Your Instagram Recommendations (And Why You Might Want To)

Is your Instagram timeline not what you were hoping it would be? It may be because you've liked some things by mistake. Here's how to reset your feed.

A woman smiles while driving a car with an untinted front windshield

Cars By Corazon Victorino 12 months ago

Can You Tint Your Front Windshield In Texas? Here's What The Law Says

Texas is full of sunny days, and you may be considering tinting your front windshield. If so, here are the rules you must following before doing so.

Makita By Shane O'Neill 12 months ago

4 Makita Tools You Should Avoid (According To Users)

Makita tools usually have a good rep with owners, but these particular ones don't seem to have hit the mark, according to actual reviews from buyers.

Cars By Olivia Richman 12 months ago

Can You Turbo A VR6 Engine? Here's What You Need To Know

Owners of cars with VR6 engines often look for ways to increase its power. We look at what you should know if you want to turbocharge a VR6.

A Maglite flashlight in a case with batteries

Technology By Brad Hill 12 months ago

Who Owns Maglite And Where Are The Flashlights Made?

Maglite is the most recognizable flashlight brand in the United States, and the country still manufactures its iconic lights close to where it got started.

Starlink dish mounted on the wing of a container ship

Technology By David Bixenspan 12 months ago

Is Starlink Unlimited? Data Caps, Explained

Starlink has become a widely popular internet provider. However, is the service unlimited, or is there a data cap you should be concerned about?

Cars By Azzief Khaliq 12 months ago

12 Of The Most Powerful V8 Engines, Ranked By Horsepower

The V8 Engine may be on its way out as the world gradually goes electric, but it's not gone yet. The power some V8 designs offer can get truly staggering, too.

Close-up of vehicle driving off-road with storm clouds in the distance

Cars By Shane Schmid 12 months ago

What Type Of Rims Are Best For Off-Roading (And Which Are The Worst?)

Off-roading can be fairly hard on your vehicle, especially your rims. Here is the best type of wheel to keep you safe while driving on rough terrain.

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