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CoPilot on a MacBook Pro.
This unlikely Google-Microsoft duo works better than it should

The more, AI the merrier.

Whoosh cleaning cloth with MacBook and phones.
Doing this one thing could completely wreck your laptop screen

It may seem like a good idea, but trust me.

Notetaking in Gmail.
This free note-taking hack keeps my thoughts focused

I figure they're with me at all times, right?

Narrator on Windows.
I didn't expect this Windows 11 tool to become my secret workflow weapon

Talk to me, and tell me my news.

Storage Sense on a Windows laptop.
This hidden Windows 11 setting keeps my computer running quickly

Don't store your files forever.

The ROG Xbox Ally X sitting on a table
The ROG Xbox Ally X’s secret weapon just landed on every Windows 11 device

The Xbox Full Screen Experience can now be easily installed on every Windows 11-powered handheld.

Amazon Fire TV with voice controls.
I had no idea about this Amazon Fire TV feature, and now I can't live without it
TVs

I don't even need a remote anymore.

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football on a smart tv
The most expensive TV is worthless if your house has this problem
TVs

You have to take stock before you decide.

An Eero Pro 6E Wi-Fi router on a desk.
My problem was bad Wi-Fi - this is how I learned the truth

Be sure you're not blaming the wrong thing for your device's performance.

AirDrop and Quick Share interfaces.
Android works with Apple AirDrop now, all thanks to Google

Starting with the Google Pixel 10, Android and iPhone users will finally be able to wirelessly send each other files - and Apple had zero involvement.

Android Auto voice dictation
Android Auto just got a huge free upgrade that makes it smarter than ever

Google Gemini is now rolling out to Android Auto.

Apple Wallet and Google Wallet side by side
Google Wallet beats Apple Wallet for one simple reason

Save to phone is so convenient, I wish Apple would copy it

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Person holding Fire TV Stick 4K Max.
Don't buy this Fire Stick, even if it's on sale

All four of Amazon's Fire TV Sticks are on sale for Black Friday, but there's one you should avoid.

Windows 11 Notification Center
Windows 11 is about to get my favorite Windows 10 feature

Windows 11 is set to inherit a fan-favorite feature from its predecessor this December, Agenda view, and it's been a long time coming.

steam-machine-1
The Steam Machine is going to be more expensive than you think

If hoped Valve's Steam Machine would cost in the range of $500, you're likely going to be disappointed.

Galaxy S25 Ultra back in hand.
Even thieves are fed up with Android devices

A thief in London returned a stolen device, saying, "Don't want no Samsung."

A Google Pixel 10 next to Apple AirPods second generation.
This app makes AirPods work great on Android - but there's a serious catch

LibrePods is a free and open-source application for Android and Linux that aims to liberate AirPods from Apple's iron-clad ecosystem grip.

Once upon a Broken Heart with a heart.
Give your Kindle some love with these free romance e-books

Get dozens of free romance books to fill your digital shelves with love.

YouTube TV on iPhone.
YouTube TV is paying former subscribers $60 to come back
TVs

YouTube TV is trying to make up for the disruption caused by the Disney blackout by offering a $60 discount to former subscribers.

A screenshot of Google Maps
Google Maps adding even more AI features and anonymous reviewing

Google Maps will be getting a number of new features right in time for the holidays.