Your SSD’s controller may be hiding data you thought you deleted
Formatting an SSD seems like the obvious thing to do if you want to sell it, give it away, or…
Year: 2026
Please stop using the USB cable that came with your Samsung phone
Most people assume the cable that ships with a flagship phone is built to match the phone’s actual capabilities. That’s…
How to install and use Bloome’s Agent Skill Marketplace
AI agents are becoming more useful every day and can handle specific tasks. However, a general-purpose agent cannot always do…
You don’t have to pay more for Milwaukee’s higher end battery packs
There’s almost nobody who is looking to spend more money on tools than they have to. You don’t go into…
These 6 shortcuts have transformed how I use my Android phone
I’m lazy. I want my phone to do what I want with as little effort as possible, and especially with…
I replaced Files by Google with an uglier app, and I’m not going back
Files by Google works great for basic file management, has a nice UI, and comes in handy when you want…
Your router still speaks a 2003 security protocol, and it’s capping your Wi-Fi at 54Mbps
My parents’ TV kept buffering over Wi-Fi, so I was called to take a look. They pay for a 100…
Everyone says Immich is the best Google Photos alternative, but this free self-hosted alternative has even more features
The tricky part about finding a Google Photos replacement isn’t storing photos or working within its ecosystem. Often it’s just…
How to Reset a Forgotten Windows Hello PIN in Windows 11
Locked out of Windows 11? Reset a forgotten Windows Hello PIN for a Microsoft or local account, plus what to…
Windows 11 Tests XP-Style Taskbar Window List and Android Phone-Ringing Button
Microsoft is testing a Windows XP-style taskbar window list and an Android phone-ringing button in Quick Settings. Here’s what’s confirmed…