How 3D Printing Is Reshaping Manufacturing as We Know It
Are we on the cusp of a manufacturing renaissance?
The Top 6 Filament Mistakes That Cause 3D Printing Failures
There’s more to 3D printing failures than poor slicer settings. We explain how bad filament handling practices can ruin your 3D prints.
What Is Vsync (or Vertical Sync) and How Does It Impact Games?
You see it in your game settings, but how does VSync actually work?
What Are the 6 Different 3D Printer Filament Types?
3D printing is difficult, and choosing the right filament is even more so. Relax, we've got you covered.
First Layer Woes? Here Are 5 3D Printing Surfaces to the Rescue
Solving first layer adhesion issues isn’t just restricted to bed leveling. We explain how to choose the right build surface for your specific needs.
7 Tools Every Maker Should Own
We guide you through the process of choosing seven must-have tools that are key to succeeding as a maker.
What Is Desoldering Wick and When Should You Use It?
When you need to remove components for a PCB repair, desoldering wick is a useful tool. Here's how to use it.
Why You Need a Solder Sucker and How to Use One
Knowing when and how to operate a solder sucker is critical to desoldering components for PCB repair. Here's how to go about it.
How to Operate Your Cordless Drill Like a Professional
Confused by the dials and sliders on your brand-new cordless drill? Here’s how to use them effectively like a pro.
The CrowPi L Kit Transforms Your Spare Raspberry Pi Into a Laptop
Have a spare Raspberry Pi 4B lying around? The CrowPi L kit can transform it into a proper laptop.
The Xbox TV App Lets You Play Games on Your TV Without a Console
Who says you need expensive hardware to play AAA games? Microsoft’s Xbox TV app bakes cloud gaming right into your smart TV.
How to Tin a Soldering Iron and Why
Tinning your soldering iron is the first step to achieving successful solder joints. Acquiring this skill makes or breaks your ability to solder well.
Why the EU Wants All Chargers to Be USB Type-C
The EU has chosen the USB Type-C interface as the future of charging. Is Apple being punished unfairly, or is time for them to make the switch?
How to Clean Your Soldering Iron
Solder rolling off your iron like water off a duck’s back? Here’s how to clean your soldering iron's tip.
7 Gaming Laptop Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Are you sabotaging your gaming laptop’s performance and reducing its lifespan by unwittingly committing these cardinal sins?
Is Powering Down Your PC Actually Wearing It Down?
Afraid of sending your computer to an early grave by shutting it down on a daily basis? The answer is more complicated than a straight yes or no.
The 7 Best DIY Channels to Master Woodworking, 3D Printing, and Maker Projects
Finding really good DIY maker content on YouTube can be frustrating. We reveal the best channels to watch to learn some serious skills.
iFixit Leaks Steam Deck Repair Inventory. Nearly Everything’s User Replaceable
Steam Deck owners will soon be able to purchase everything from official display upgrades to entire replacement motherboards directly from iFixit.
5 Surefire Ways to Remove Stripped Countersunk Screws
As if stripped screws weren’t bad enough, countersunk screws are even more difficult to extract. Here’s how to remove these stubborn fasteners.
Screw Head Stripped? Here's How to Remove It
Is a stripped screw holding your repair hostage? Fear not, because here are some nifty tips and tricks to loosen stripped fasteners.