Summary You might already know that Chrome is a resource hog. But it’s also a terrible choice for privacy, especially on the default settings. That’s why I switched to Brave, a Chrome alternative with all of its features and none of the privacy vulnerabilities. Why Switch to Brave Browser Chrome is a platform for ads. That’s how it’s monetized. The browser has a system that tracks every page you visit to build a list of personalized ad topics....

Quick Links Summary The new iPhone 15 is another flashy and tech-packed release from Apple, but is the new smartphone waterproof? Can you take it to the beach parties or snap selfies in the pool? Here’s what you need to know before heading to the pool deck. iPhone 15 is IP68 Water-Resistant First and foremost, it doesn’t matter which current generation iPhone you purchase as far as water-resistance is concerned. Apple offers IP68 splash, water, and dust resistance on all models released at the Wonderlust event,including the vanilla iPhone 15, the iPhone 15 Plus, the iPhone 15 Pro, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max....

Summary TheJLab Flow Mouse & Keyboard Bundleis a fantastic, budget-friendly mouse and keyboard combo. It’s not the most advanced setup in the world, nor the quietest, but I admittedly had a hard time going back to my daily drive PC accessories when I finished testing the JLab suite. JLab Flow Mouse & Keyboard Bundle The JLab Flow Mouse + Keyboard Bundle is an ergonomic wireless keyboard and mouse combo with AI integration for the ultimate home or work setup....

Germany produces some of the most luxurious and exciting cars on the market and has done so for decades. However, cars from the European nation don’t always have the best reputation for reliability. Luckily, there are a ton of models currently on the market that prove that has changed. While Japan usually leads the way when it comes to producing reliable vehicles, we have found ten models from Germany that give them a run for their money....

A lot of people like loud keyboards—I’m in that club. But many like the exact opposite, and that’s understandable too. MSI’s latest keyboard is all about being as silent as possible, and for what it’s worth, it delivers. MSI has officially launched the Strike Pro Wireless keyboard. How does it stand out from other high-end keyboards from brands like ASUS, though? It’s built from the ground up to be silent. It’s not MSI’sfirst “silent” keyboard, but this one is probably a tier above....

Quick Links Nanoleaf has expanded its Lines range with a kit that can connect at 90 degree angles. Now instead of diamonds, triangles, and rhombuses, LED lighting enthusiasts can make squares and rectangles. This may not sound too exciting, but trust meLines Squaredare great. The premium wall lightsoriginally launched last year, but the modular sticks could only connect at 60 degree angles. As with other Lines kits, you’ll initially need to buy a starter pack and then add to your number of light sticks by purchasing expansion packs....

Did you know that you’re able to hide data in individual cells or ranges of cells in Excel without changing your spreadsheet’s content or structure? It’s surprising that Microsoft Excel doesn’t have a pre-made tool for hiding data in visible cells, as this functionality has many uses. For example, thisheat mapillustrates the positions from which a team has scored this season’s goals. The varying color tones make the heat map clear without the need to display the corresponding numbers....

Summary The choices for open-ear buds are more limited than traditional ones, which makes these newNothing Ear (open)ones an intriguing option. While they don’t break a ton of new ground using a traditional over-the-ear hook design, they do come with a lot of refinement. Nothing Ear (open) The Nothing Ear (open)’s unique speaker design presents an open soundstage that blends in with what you’re doing. Price and Availability The Nothing Ear (open) are available now and retails for $149....

Summary When the first iPad launched, it was a bit of a joke, but the second generation of Apple’s mega-successful tablet line got its hooks into me, and I’ve always had an iPad ever since. As I said, my first iPad was the iPad 2. I was curious about these devices, but I assumed they would be expensive based on iPhone prices. To my surprise, the iPad 2 was pretty affordable, so I took the plunge and bought one, not knowing exactly what I would do with it....

Quick Links Founded in 2019,BLUETTI’s solar generatorshave quickly made a name for themselves, offering portable power and renewable energy independence wherever you may roam. They have a wide selection of models that can keep your devices fully charged and ready to use for any outdoor adventure, big or small. Select the generator that best suits your needs and save up to $500 during this spring sale. Stay Powered Up With BLUETTI Explore the great outdoors with the flexibility and ease that BLUETTIportable power stationscan provide....

Everyone’s excited about the Switch 2 (myself included) and one of the coolest features are the included mouse sensors in the new Joy Cons. However, if you aren’t playing on a Switch 2, but instead an Xbox or PlayStation, you’re able to play with a mouse right now! The Switch Has Built-In Mice—Cool If you take the Joy Cons off a Switch 2 and attach the bumpers, then you can use them as mice by flipping them on their sides....

Google Assistant’s days are numbered. Later in 2025, Google officially plans to replace Assistant with Gemini on Android phones. This comes after the company has spent the last year releasing feature updates aimed at bringing Gemini up to par with the much older Google Assistant. The original Google Assistant will no longer be accessible on most mobile devices “later this year.” Gemini has already been shipping as the default experience on new Android phones from Google, Samsung, OnePlus, and Motorola....

Samsung’s latest Odyssey gaming monitors feature high resolutions and refresh rates of up to a massive 500Hz on a smaller 27-inch panel instead of 32 inches. 4K OLED gaming monitorsused to be equipped with 32-inch panels, but Samsung’s latest Odysseys buck the trend by opting for smaller 27-inch panels. Samsung advertises the newOdyssey OLED G8(model number G81SF) as the world’s first 27-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor, although Asus and MSI also announced similar monitors today....