Libby is a service that connects users to their local library systems, giving them access to an enormous catalog of digital content, including e-books, audiobooks, and magazines—for free. If you’re […]

Ten quick taps inside Android Auto’s About menu bypasses Google’s strict app restrictions and unlocks a buried dashboard designed specifically for developers. Buried behind Android Auto’s About screen is a […]

I’ve had a retired Android phone sitting in a drawer, doing absolutely nothing except slowly losing charge. Rather than let it become e-waste or sell it for pocket change, I […]

You download a normal-looking PDF, image, or software installer from the web. You open File Explorer, check its size and icon, and there’s nothing obvious separating it from a file […]

When we built our ranch in northern Indiana, I wired the basement myself and ran Cat6 to every drop I could reach. I even crimped my own cables off a […]

Windows being filled with bloatware is like saying rain is wet: it’s common knowledge. A lot of the programs that come preinstalled with Windows are things nobody asks for or […]

The sales pitch never changes. Mount a smart thermostat, let it study when you come and go, and watch your heating and cooling bill drop by double digits. I bought […]

With every new update, Microsoft adds a new feature to its Windows operating system. While Windows has been getting better in a few ways, Microsoft doesn’t seem interested in making […]

I’ve been told countless times that the best way to keep tabs on my home network is with an app, like Wi-Fi Analyzer. It’s undoubtedly very useful, and I’ve used […]

Wireless charging has its perks. You can place your phone on a pad, as long as it’s centered, and it starts charging without a cable. I lent one to a […]