However, let's be honest, though: most people don't bother with PC maintenance. It's easy to forget, put off, or avoid out of sheer laziness. I know this because I used to be no different. For the longest time, I never cleaned my computer. I let the dust bunnies populate my tower like a burrow. But over the past few years, I've made it a habit to clean every six months or so.
As often as I rely on USB-C cables to charge my devices or help with work, I hardly think about them. My mindset has been that they're all mostly the same with negligible differences. I usually throw them into my junk drawer and only take a cable out when needed. Plus, what improvements can you really make to smartphone cables?
I'm an iPhone user, and so I've stuck onto pretty much everything of value (using the excellent accessories that makes for that task). My trail buddy is an Android user, and they're having to use something different. Also: I found an AirTag alternative that beats the Bluetooth tracker in meaningful ways (including price) While keys and backpacks are protected using the new , they're a bit on the big side to go into a wallet.
I used to struggle when shopping for a new computer -- there's a lot to keep in mind. Over time, I learned to narrow it down to what I call the "performance trifecta" -- three main components you should be mindful of: processor, storage drive, and RAM. A good processor is the brains of the computer, and a lot of local storage means you'll have plenty of room for all your files.
Putting aside the name, which makes it sound like a smartphone, the S11 Pro is marketed as a 12-in-1 EDC (everyday carry) multitool aimed at the hiker and camper. It measures a compact 1.97 x 0.63 x 4.12-inches and it weighs a miniscule 2.9 oz. This is a lot smaller and lighter than my Dual Force, which weighs a tiresome 12 ounces.
After adding the Mini iSesamo to my keychain, it quickly became the tool I reach for the most. Just today alone, I've used it to: Scrape stubborn adhesive off some glass Open multiple boxes and packages Mark an aluminum sheet for cutting Clean my fingernails Also: I tested the $17 multitool that everyone's buying on Amazon - here's my verdict after a week It's a tool you don't realize you need until you have one, and then you wonder how you ever lived without it.
The CMF Buds 2 Plus feature a similar square-ish case to the Bud Pro 2. While the dial is still present, it isn't functional and is only present as a signature CMF design element. The absence of the Smart Dial feature doesn't bother me since I seldom used it on the Pro model. The overall case build has a textured but slightly slippery finish.
Black Friday is over, but it's not too late to snag the best headphone and earbud deals before the year is over. Odds are you or someone you know needs a new pair of headphones or earbuds, and many recently released models are already slightly discounted, such as the , , and Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (Second-Gen) . I'll be tracking the best headphones and earbuds deals from now until shortly after the holiday sale season. These are the best ones to shop so far.
The RTX 3050 is compatible with PC towers, not laptops. It connects to the PC's motherboard to drive the computer's graphic performance. It's an exceptional mid-range gaming graphics card with 6GB of GDDR6 VRAM, PCIe 4.0 support, HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4a ports, and a compact dual-slot build that allows it to also fit into the more-slender desktop PCs. It's power- and heat efficient so you don't need the large tower or big cooling setup to prevent it from overheating.
Working from home used to be an extraordinary concession in extraordinary times-namely, the Covid-19 pandemic that kept us all in our jammies for at least the better part of a year. While many of us have returned to the office to some extent, some vestiges remain. That includes the enduring popularity of at-home walking pads. They're compact, affordable treadmills that you can slide under a standing desk to rack up some miles and improve your focus while you work.
We cover everything from stick vacuums and air purifiers to hair straighteners and blow-dryers, so nobody knows better than us how powerful Dyson can be in each of these categories. Whether you're looking for a Dyson vacuum that can double as a mop or a hair straightener that can be used on wet hair, Dyson has it all, and packs some of the most powerful motors we've ever seen.
If you're a Costco member, you're no stranger to a nice discount, it's one of the things that makes that $65 per year worth the cost. Even so, Costco tends to go all out for Black Friday, luring members into the warehouse with the sweet smell of discounts on game consoles, kitchen gadgets, and computers, not to mention $1.50 hot dogs.
Giving a sexy present requires careful consideration. If you proffer a heavy-duty vibrator, piece of bondage gear or other bit of serious kit, the recipient may feel obliged to use it with you straight away so as not to look ungrateful even if they're secretly a tad intimidated, or aren't ready to get freaky before the leftover turkey's been turned into stir-fry.
You don't need expensive gear to ride safely and comfortably. These are the budget items I actually use on my long-distance rides - durable, affordable, and truly worth the money. People waste a fortune on cycling gear they don't need. After 150,000+ miles on the bike, I've learned that budget gear can be just as good - as long as you pick the right stuff. Here are the best low-cost items I trust on every ride.
Anker's seriously small Soundcore Sleep A20 sleepbuds can be nabbed for $108 right now at Amazon, their best price since they launched on Kickstarter at $90 last year. They normally sell for $179.99, making this a standout deal for a pair of ultra-tiny sleep buds that I barely notice as I drift off to the soothing sounds of rain or birdsong.
The Dyson V11 has 185 air watts of suction power which is 60% more than earlier V-series models, and it has enough power to pull dirt that is stuck in carpet fibers that other cordless vacuums leave behind. The motorbar cleaner head has a motorized brush bar with anti-tangle technology that actively removes hair that has gotten stuck in it while you clean.
With heating bills soaring, everyone is looking for a simple way to cut costs - which is where radiator booster fans could come to the rescue. For those who have never heard of them, these gadgets attach to the bottom or top of the best radiator, drawing in cooler air from the floor, blowing it across the warm radiator surface, and then pushing the heated air quickly around the room. To find out whether these add-ons really work (or whether they're just another gimmick), we asked a heating expert for their opinions and put them to the test on our own radiators.
Digital picture frames fix the problem of printed photos collecting dust in albums that no one ever opens: They turn your favorite memories into a display that changes every day and is seen by everyone. With modern WiFi-enabled frames, family members can send photos from anywhere using a simple app which means that grandparents can get pictures of their grandkids right away without having to know how to use cloud storage or email attachments.
Smart displays fix the problem of needing information quickly without having to pull out your phone every five minutes: The Echo Show 5 lets you see the weather at a glance while you get ready, lets you video call your grandparents so they can see the kids, shows you the feeds from your security cameras when someone rings the doorbell, and lets you control your smart lights without having to look for switches.
Smart displays have come a long way since they were just voice assistants with small screens. Now, the Echo Show 15 is Amazon's biggest effort to make a real home hub: This 15.6-inch Full HD display mounts on your wall like a digital bulletin board that actually earns its space, unlike the small 5-inch or 8-inch Echo Shows that work well on a nightstand.
The problem: not everyone uses the same phone operating system. In my house, I have an iPhone and my wife has an Android. This means when I inevitably leave my phone in a hotel couch, she can't really help me find it. Sure, she could call my phone number, but I usually have my ringer off and Do Not Disturb enabled. (I'm annoying like that.)
Where's the Trump Phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week. We've reached out, as usual, to ask about the Trump Phone's whereabouts. As usual, we're still waiting for a response. In the meantime, we're testing the service on Trump Mobile's MVNO. Here's how that went. As I sat down at the bookstore cafe with a cortado and an oat bar, I panicked just a little bit when I turned on my phone's hotspot.
Ayaneo is continuing the theme for its Next lineup of devices, making these handhelds as big and powerful as possible. The Next II packs a 9.06-inch OLED display with a 2,400 x 1,504 resolution and a variable refresh rate that can be adjusted between 60 and 165 Hz. Ayaneo's latest premium handheld should handle any game you throw at it thanks to an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 chip and a massive 115 Wh battery.
When's the last time you poured a perfect glass of Pinot Noir in your own home? If you're like me from three weeks ago, probably never. Red wines should be served somewhere between 58 and 68 degrees (opinions vary). That's a bit cooler than room temperature, but unless you want to dedicate money and space to a special refrigerator, you don't have many good options.
The S95TR includes four components: a main soundbar, a subwoofer, and two small rear speakers. The subwoofer and rear speakers are wireless, so you don't need additional cords besides the power connections and the main HDMI cord. The main concern that prevented me from committing to a surround sound setup in the first place was dealing with wires running across my room, so I appreciate that this system is partially wireless.
