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10 Reasons Why Intel’s Bleeding-Edge Optane Drive Is a Rip-Off
Thinking of buying Intel’s Optane technology? Think again. Optane suffers from unbelievable problems. Don’t trust the hype -- it’s a rip-off for what they’re charging.
Rugged and Under $250: The Blackview BV7000 Pro Review
Want a rugged phone with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage for under $250? Look no further than the Blackview BV7000 Pro. Few smartphones offer this kind of value.
Say Goodbye to SMS: The Best Google Hangouts Alternatives
On May 22, 2017, Google Hangouts will lose SMS integration. Here's how to prepare for that day.
Build Your Own Low-Wattage PC with Three Simple Design Rules
After a few failures and experiments building my own fanless, highly efficient computer, I can share three low-wattage builds designs that dispense with most moving parts and minimize the number of fans used.
10 Reasons You Shouldn't Buy a Samsung Galaxy Book or OLED Display
The Samsung Galaxy Book looks amazing -- on paper, at least. But it hides a secret that no-one talks about: Its Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) display suffers from serious problems.
Cybercriminals Possess CIA Hacking Tools: What This Means for You
The Central Intelligence Agency's most dangerous malware -- capable of hacking nearly all wireless consumer electronics -- could now sit in the hands of thieves and terrorists. So what does that mean for you?
7 Free Google Services That Cost You Battery Life and Privacy
Here's how to protect your privacy and preserve battery life while using an Android device.
7 Reasons the Lenovo Yoga A12 Laptop Sucks and 7 Superior Alternatives
Looking to purchase a Lenovo Yoga A12? You might want to change your mind. Aside from the obvious issues with its keyboard, the A12 suffers from seriously overpriced, and underperforming, hardware.
Ditch Your Desktop! Turn Your Smartphone Into a Desktop Replacement
Want to ditch the desktop and just use your smartphone? You can do that!
The PC Repair Toolkit in Your Pocket: Boot CD on a USB Stick
Inside my technician's toolkit I keep a USB flash drive loaded with the most amazing tools on the planet: my PC repair toolkit. In this article, I share its contents.
Never Buy a Phone From Your Carrier! Buy Unlocked Phones and Save Hundreds
Unlocked phones can cost a fortune, but the savings more than make up for it. You can save thousands by not signing a contract. We've got six phones that come contract free!
The Best, Free Alternatives to Nero CD/DVD Burner
Don't waste money on a CD/DVD burning tool! A freeware application might be all you need. Here we have compiled five alternatives to Nero Burning ROM for your Windows PC.
Garmin Vivomove Sport Review
Do you hate modern wearables and just want a dead simple smartwatch for activity-tracking? Garmin's $150 Vivomove smartwatch gives you the opportunity to be as lazy, or as active, as you want.
These Secret Google Pixel Features Will Convince You to Buy It
The Google Pixel isn't just another Android phone. Google packed some seriously cool and unique features into this device.
Tiny, Silent and Green PCs That You Can Build Now
This article covers component selection for assembling fanless and green PCs, allowing you to make your very own silent, eco-friendly computers.
Run Android Apps on Windows With Remix OS Player
Want to run Android apps on Windows? Meet Remix OS Player, a virtualized desktop version of Android that runs almost any Android app.
How to Get Your Money Back on Broken or Stolen Electronics
If your electronic device got lost, broke, or was stolen, there's a good chance you can get your money back. We look at the options and show you how.
Azulle Byte Plus Mini PC Review
Azulle, formerly known as Quantum Suppliers, just released the $170--280 Byte Plus mini PC. The Byte Plus upgrades several components on the already winning design of the Quantum Byte.
How to Cast Your Android Screen to Windows 10 With Miracast and Connect
In Windows 10 version 1607, you can wirelessly cast your Android screen to your desktop using the Connect app. We show you how to set up this magical screen mirror.
What's the Cheapest Laptop I Can Get Away With?
What's the cheapest laptop you can get away with? $100. A Benjamin gets you bottom-of-the-barrel hardware with enough horsepower to cover basic computing tasks. But don't expect anything approaching quality.