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This hidden Pixel feature has saved me from several awkward moments

Rules is a hidden feature found deep within the Pixel's Settings app, and, while somewhat limited in scope, it's utility is doubtless nonetheless.

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iOS 26 on iPhone 14 Pro.
Don't like iOS 26's Liquid Glass design? Here's how to make it better

Liquid Glass isn't for everyone. Here's how to tone it down on your iPhone.

A laptop running Windows 10.
Do this now if you plan to stick with Windows 10 past October 14

It might be worth making the leap to Windows 11 sooner rather than later.

Ambient wall display on Samsung Premiere 5 Projector.
How to perfectly set up your home projector with keystone correction
TVs

Unlock the secret to flawless projector alignment with this crucial feature.

PlayStation 5 console and controller
Your PS5 automatically blocks a basic feature but I found a way to get around it
TVs

Try as I might, I couldn't get my true wireless earbuds to connect to my home console for more immersive audio -- that's when I learned of this hack.

Amazon's Fire TV Stick being held
Don't tell Amazon but this secret Fire TV Stick hack is a game-changer
TVs

Tired of living within Amazon's walled-off streaming ecosystem? Fire TV Sticks run Android under the hood, making for an easy unshackle process.

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Here's how I install Android apps from anywhere that isn't the Google Play Store

Most Android devices default to the Google Play Store for downloading and installing apps, but it's far from the only place to get apps from.

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Disney+ title on Valerion projector screen
You can use a projector without a screen - but here's why you shouldn't
TVs

Unlock the true potential of your projector with this essential accessory.

Heir of Fire by Sarah J Maas on a Kindle Paperwhite.
My Kindle lockscreen was super bland until I found this secret setting

Letting my Kindle cosplay as my current read was oddly satisfying.

A Kindle Paperwhite in a palm forest.
X-Ray is your Kindle's best-kept secret

X-Ray made me feel smart enough to teach a literature class.

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AI Writing Tools have arrived on Android, and they’re pretty pointless

After first launching on the Pixel 10 series, Google's Gemini AI-powered Writing Tools feature is beginning to roll out across more Android devices.

Androidify
Androidify is here to liven up your digital persona in the most Google way ever

Google's new Androidify app makes it easy and approachable to generate an Android mascot-inspired avatar of yourself - here's how to get started.

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Google Photos has a fun new sticker feature, but you better be an iPhone user

In a strange move, Google has rolled out a sticker generation tool within its Photos app for iOS and iPadOS - with no roadmap for an Android release.

A grip of HDMI cables.
How to tell if you're using the wrong HDMI cable
TVs

You need to know the difference between your HDMI cables.

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Dangbei Freedo Projector.
From HDMI to RCA, here are all the cables you might need for your projector
TVs

Unveil the secrets to optimizing your projector's connectivity options.

The Pixel 10 Pro's USB-C port
Here's what I tell people about the difference between USB 4 and USB-C

There's a link, but don't assume you'll get the best performance out of every USB-C port.

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Apple TV 4K remote on two remotes
This simple Apple TV trick lets you ditch your extra remotes
TVs

Say goodbye to your extra remotes.

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A desktop set up.
How I tricked my M3 MacBook into playing nice with multiple monitors

Dual monitors aren't just for the elite M4 crowd.

A close-up of a projector lens.
Buying a projector with the wrong light could be a thousand-dollar mistake
TVs

Don't let this crucial decision leave you in the dark...

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I turned my iPhone into a mini PS5 with these two gadgets

Discover the unexpected duo that transformed an iPhone into a portable gaming powerhouse.

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