Quick Links In a world where streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music are ubiquitous, it’s easy to forget the benefits of buying a CD. But before you turn your back on CDs, here are eight reasons why they’re still worth considering. No Internet? No Problem Streaming music can be a nightmare when you’re out of range or have spotty internet. However, CDs provide a reliable offline alternative. With a CD, you can enjoy your music without worrying about buffering or waiting for songs to load....

Quick Links My productivity almost always falters when my Mac has a messy feel to it. If you’re like me, cleaning up your Mac can go a long way in creating some much-needed focus. Here are a few ways to declutter your Mac and boost productivity. Clean Up Your Desktop and Dock Your desktop is an important part of your Mac’s interface and any clutter can be a major source of distraction....

Analogue, the company behind several modern recreations of classic game consoles, has revealed the Analogue3D. It claims to be 100% compatible with all the Nintendo 64 games ever released. Analogue has been rebuilding retro consoles from the ’80s and ’90s for the modern age, including its popularAnalogue Pocket handheldand the Analogue Nt console, which plays NES and Famicon cartridges via HDMI. The upcoming Analogue3D will let you play all the original Nintendo 64 cartridges on a modern TV via HDMI, upscaled to 4K resolution....

Summary TheDell XPS 16 (9640)is a powerful and versatile laptop with a stunning 4K OLED and the potential for impressive battery life, though its actual performance depends heavily on choices that users make. While the integrated AI features like the “Copilot” button offer a glimpse into the future of how we use computers, the ambiguous design of the touchpad and function keys may frustrate users. Gamers and content creators will appreciate the laptop’s raw power, but those seeking an ultraportable device with all-day battery life might want to look elsewhere....

TheGovee Table Lamp 2 Pro with Sound by JBLis a great way to add atmosphere to any room. With a variety of eye-catching light modes, a powerful speaker, and an array of preset white noise options, it’s great for both a peaceful night of sleep and an energetic dance party. Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro x Sound by JBL The Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro with Sound by JBL is a quality lamp and speaker combo that provides dynamic, customizable lighting and crisp, powerful audio that captures both the lightest treble and the deepest bass....

Summary With the world shifting from physical to digital game media, it would be nice if everyone could agree on how refunds work. Unfortunately while some companies are leading the charge in consumer friendliness, others seem to be more than a little behind the times. Sony and Nintendo’s Current Refund Policies Yes, it’s the two Japanese gaming giants that seem to have a rather old-fashioned approach to digital games when it comes to refunds....

Quick Links Summary Windows File Explorer is great, but it’s not everyone’s preferred file manager on Windows. If you’ve installed a third-party file manager, then here’s how you can register it as the default file explorer on Windows 11. Why You Should Change the Default File Explorer on Windows The Windows File Explorer has receivedmany exciting features over time, like the ability to manage archive files, multiple tab support, and more....

Quick Links Summary Running a space heater costs a lot of money. That said, these products can reduce your utility bill if you use them wisely. When cold weather comes around, people often rely on space heaters to keep their homes nice and cozy. But these products use a ton of electricity. And with some extremely simple math, you can figure out exactly how space heaters will impact your electric bill....

Summary When so many smart home devices come with a subscription fee, the ongoing costs can quickly add up. But it doesn’t have to be this way. A convenient yet affordable smart home might be closer than you think. Watch Out for Excessive Smart Home Subscriptions Every smart home subscription plays a role in making your house a convenient place to live. Undoubtedly, each subscription is worth it on its own, but it’s when you’re juggling more than a handful of subscriptions that the situation can start to feel excessive....

Quick Links Summary To turn off hibernation and delete the hiberfil.sys file on Windows 11, open an elevated Command Prompt window and run the “powercfg -h off” command. you may re-enable it later with “powercfg.exe /hibernate on”. If you don’t use hibernation on your Windows 11 PC, it’s a good idea to disable the feature toreclaim the storage spaceused by the hibernation file (hiberfil.sys). It may even fix issues with certain drivers....

I like gaming on my Linux PC in my office, but I also like my living room couch. I don’t care to buy a console for my living room and enter a new gaming ecosystem, but I realized I could turn my mini PC into a Steam-based gaming console that lives in my entertainment center. Here’s how I did it and how it turned out. Setting Goals Is Important To make the console as fun and easy to use as possible, I settled on a few things I needed to be true of whatever Linux distro I install, ideally without much configuration from me:...

Quick Links Summary There’s probably at least one key on your keyboard that you hardly ever use. Wouldn’t it be nice to turn this into a more functional key, one you can use regularly to do things faster? Hyperkey is a free Mac app I use to do this. What Is Hyperkey? Hyperkeyis a simple keyboard remapping tool that lets you put unused modifier keys on your Mac keyboard to better use....

Quick Links When it comes to cooking, there are two types of people. Those who enjoy it and those who view it as a necessary evil to ward off hunger. Even if you’re someone in the latter group, kitchen gadgets can make it more enjoyable to prepare your meals. To help you find the latest and greatest items for your kitchen, we’ve put together a list of our top picks for cooking gadgets....