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A Windows 11 Asus laptop.
How I clear up gigabytes of PC storage with one Windows 11 setting

Be careful before about pulling the trigger on this one, though.

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Here's how I remove accidental texts in Google Messages

You can already edit RCS messages on Android, and now you can completely delete them, too.

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A still photo of vehicle motion cues active on an iPhone 15 Plus.
This simple iPhone feature totally cured my car sickness

This little-known iPhone feature completely fixed my car sickness.

Google Messages
Google Messages' unsubscribe button is my secret for spam-free texting

If you happen to be using Google Messages with RCS on Android, make sure to take full advantage of the excellent built-in spam unsubscribe function.

Spiderman being thrown on an outdoor movie projector.
4 things I wish I knew about battery-powered projectors before buying one
TVs

Limited options and features requires careful prep for outdoor movie nights.

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How to get rid of Spotify and make your own music streaming service

Discover the secrets to creating your own personal music streaming service and break free from Spotify's limitations.

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Acer HDMI plug
This $14 cable let me watch Netflix on my TV from my phone
TVs

Unlock the hidden potential of your TV with this unexpected choice.

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Google Search Source preferences on iPhone.
Google just got a quiet update that pushes specific sources first

Google has introduced a new feature for Google Search called Preferred Sources, which allows you to personalize your search results.

A hand holding an Apple TV 4K.
Plugging your Apple TV 4K into the wrong HDMI port is holding you back
TVs

Don't make the mistake of plugging your Apple TV 4K into the wrong port.

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I turned my E Ink tablet into a second screen and it worked surprisingly well

One writer's bold experiment with a dual-screen setup.

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This one TV feature matters more than having the fastest refresh rate
TVs

Discover the TV feature that trumps even the fastest refresh rates, and why it's a must-have for your next purchase.

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Stop Instagram Map from automatically sharing your live location

Instagram's latest feature sparks privacy concerns among users.

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If you use Chrome for Android, say goodbye to finger gymnastics

If you have an Android phone, do yourself a favor and switch Google Chrome's address bar to the bottom on your screen.

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An 8K-rated HDMI cable.
Don't make this mistake when buying an HDMI cable for your Apple TV
TVs

Make sure you grab the right HDMI cable.

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3 things you might not know about TV upscaling
TVs

Upscaling can save you a lot of money, or cost you even more if you're not satisfied.

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Samsung Galaxy S20 USB-C toothpick
I broke my phone with pocket lint, leaving me with (expensive) pocket junk

My Galaxy S20's USB-C port was gunked up with pocket lint, and I managed to fry it while cleaning it out. Here's how to remove debris the safe way.

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A Yaber K3 projector at an angle.
Buying a projector is useless until you know throw
TVs

This key feature of a projector determines how and where you can best use it.

Unlocking a car using an Apple car key on an iPhone.
32 cars that support wireless keys in Apple Wallet

The number of participating automakers is about to jump dramatically.

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Android app pinning is the most useful semi-secret feature out there

Ever felt nervous giving your phone to your kid or to a stranger to make a call? If you're rocking an Android, app pinning is here to the rescue.

The iPhone 16e top down.
How to clear your iPhone's cache and get rid of big files

Apple doesn't make it easy to remove temporary cache files on its mobile platforms, but that doesn't mean it's impossible to do so.