LoginIs increasing VRAM finally worth it? I ran the numbers on my Windows 11 PC
4 April 2026 at 02:00
Virtual RAM can help boost PC performance when resources are scarce. While it can be useful, it's not a replacement for physical RAM.
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- You can use Google Meet with CarPlay now: How to join meetings safely in your car
You can use Google Meet with CarPlay now: How to join meetings safely in your car
3 April 2026 at 16:52
Use Android Auto instead of CarPlay? Google said support is coming soon for Meet.
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- I used an $80 monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate for a week - and couldn't believe my eyes
I used an $80 monitor with a 144Hz refresh rate for a week - and couldn't believe my eyes
4 April 2026 at 01:00
MSI's Pro MP243W 24-inch monitor pairs well with other budget laptops, making it an affordable home workstation.
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- I've worn the Oura Ring and Apple Watch for years: Here's which of two is more essential
I've worn the Oura Ring and Apple Watch for years: Here's which of two is more essential
3 April 2026 at 16:08
Deciding between Oura's smart ring and an Apple Watch? I wear both of them daily, and here's which one gets priority.
Windows 11 Home vs. Windows 11 Pro: I found the differences that truly matter
3 April 2026 at 14:58
Windows 11 Pro offers more control - but is it worth the added cost? Here's how to make the right choice for you.
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- How Flipboard's new Surf app lets you merge social feeds, YouTube, and RSS to escape the algorithm - finally
How Flipboard's new Surf app lets you merge social feeds, YouTube, and RSS to escape the algorithm - finally
3 April 2026 at 14:24
At last, I can use one app to find my favorite podcasts, channels, publications, and more.
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- I tried ChatGPT's new CarPlay integration: It's my go-to now for the questions Siri can't answer
I tried ChatGPT's new CarPlay integration: It's my go-to now for the questions Siri can't answer
3 April 2026 at 13:33
Thanks to iOS 26.4 and CarPlay, I can now carry on a voice conversation with ChatGPT while in the car. Here's how I'm using it.
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- Do Apple's new AirPods Max 2 beat the AirPods Pro 3? I've tried both, here's my take
Do Apple's new AirPods Max 2 beat the AirPods Pro 3? I've tried both, here's my take
3 April 2026 at 07:16
The AirPods Max 2 are Apple's most premium over-ears headphones, but I wouldn't recommend them to everyone.
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- I tested the Bloom Card to cut my screen time: It beats Brick on features and price, but it's easier to bypass
I tested the Bloom Card to cut my screen time: It beats Brick on features and price, but it's easier to bypass
3 April 2026 at 12:29
Bloom makes scheduling easy, but its engaging app and five-minute breaks can undermine its purpose.
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- I found an Incogni alternative that's even more effective at wiping my data from the web
I found an Incogni alternative that's even more effective at wiping my data from the web
4 April 2026 at 00:52
PrivacyBee is one of the most comprehensive data removal services I've tested, capable of removing personal information from hundreds of sites.
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How to switch from ChatGPT to Gemini - without starting from scratch
2 April 2026 at 19:08
Gemini will now let you transfer your memories, chat history, and preferences from another AI so you don't have to start over. Here's how it works.
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- Android's emergency alerts just got a major map upgrade - but change this setting first
Android's emergency alerts just got a major map upgrade - but change this setting first
2 April 2026 at 17:00
The new map view shows your location relative to the affected area, which is especially crucial headed into the US storm season.
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- How to pay less for gas: 5 free apps I use to find the lowest fuel prices nearby
How to pay less for gas: 5 free apps I use to find the lowest fuel prices nearby
3 April 2026 at 15:27
With gas prices climbing ever higher, these apps help me find the cheapest fuel based on my location.
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- Google's Gemma 4 model goes fully open-source and unlocks powerful local AI - even on phones
Google's Gemma 4 model goes fully open-source and unlocks powerful local AI - even on phones
2 April 2026 at 16:00
Now open-source under Apache 2.0, Gemma 4 brings offline, multimodal AI to servers, phones, and Raspberry Pi - giving developers total local control over edge and on-premises deployments.
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- New MIT jobs report: Why AI's work impact will roll in like a rising tide, not a crashing wave
New MIT jobs report: Why AI's work impact will roll in like a rising tide, not a crashing wave
2 April 2026 at 16:00
AI may be 'minimally sufficient' at most of your text work tasks by 2029, according to new MIT research. Here's why that's good news.
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- New out-of-band Windows 11 update fixes March's installation errors - how to get it
New out-of-band Windows 11 update fixes March's installation errors - how to get it
2 April 2026 at 15:26
Windows 11 users who tried to install March's broken preview update will want to grab the new replacement.
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- Oneisall Ease S1 review: Finally, a smart litter box that doesn't cost an arm and a paw
Oneisall Ease S1 review: Finally, a smart litter box that doesn't cost an arm and a paw
2 April 2026 at 14:45
The Oneisall Ease S1 litter robot saves you from scooping and is a lot more affordable than competitors.
I built two apps with just my voice and a mouse - are IDEs already obsolete?
2 April 2026 at 13:55
With one hand holding my dog and no keyboard, I advanced two serious development projects using AI prompting, proving that the traditional coding setup may no longer be required.
My two Raspberry Pi boards cost as much as a laptop now - and AI is to blame
2 April 2026 at 13:16
We live in a time when two 16GB Raspberry Pi 5 boards cost the same as a MacBook Neo. Here's why - and how to save.
Still running iOS 18? Install this critical update ASAP
1 April 2026 at 20:00
The latest patch provides protection against the deadly DarkSword exploit for iPhone users who have chosen to remain on iOS 18.
