I Moved My Wireless Keyboard onto My Lap (And It Changed My Life)

Summary Two of my four mechanical keyboards support wireless. I usually keep them plugged in and at my desk, but I eventually realized I hadn’t really explored their wireless potential. So, I decided to move one onto my lap—and it felt just right. Traditional Desk Ergonomics Don’t Always Work I won’t dive into the whole debate about whether sitting with your hips at a perfect 90-degree angle is the correct and healthiest posture....

July 11, 2025 · 6 min · 1070 words · Monica Baker

It's Not Just Nostalgia, Here's Why Nintendo's Retro Games Hit Differently

Quick Links Super Mario Bros.was the first video game I played. It was the winter of 1995, and I was at my kindergarten buddy’s birthday party. I got hooked the moment I took the controller. I’ve replayed it countless times since, as well as many other Nintendo classics, many of which have a special place in my heart. There’s something special about Nintendo’s retro games, compared to most other retro favorites, that makes them feel great to play even to this day....

July 11, 2025 · 8 min · 1701 words · Dr. Lauren Gonzalez

It's Time to Give Apple Mail Another Shot

Quick Links For years, Apple Mail felt like an email client stuck in the past. And many users traded the service for premium, third-party alternatives. If you did too, you might be pleased to know that after many updates, Apple Mail can now hang with the best of them. Mail for macOS Feels Modern Now For years, Apple Mail for Mac felt like a different app compared to the iPhone and iPad versions....

July 11, 2025 · 7 min · 1330 words · Tommy Gilmore

Make Your Legal Practice More Efficient With Nuance Dragon Legal Software

Quick Links Harness the power of your voice to increase productivity and efficiency withDragon Legal softwarefrom Nuance. Its advanced features make it ideal for busy law firms and legal departments. Their speech recognition solution will save you time on everyday tasks, freeing you up to take your legal practice to the next level. Accomplish More in Less Time With Dragon Legal Streamline your workflow withNuance’s Dragon Legal 16software. Its specialized legal vocabulary is equipped with over 400 million words and phrases commonly used in the legal field to deliver transcriptions with up to 99% accuracy....

July 11, 2025 · 2 min · 375 words · Amy Tucker

My Speakers Developed an Irritating White Noise Hiss (Here's How I Fixed It)

Summary Nothing enrages my eardrums quite as much as a quality speaker emitting white noise. Once, I bought a speaker, and after only a few months it developed a slight hissing noise, which is when I realized I knew very little about white noise and its causes. Thankfully, some quick research not only explained where it was coming from but also gave me a solution on how to fix it....

July 11, 2025 · 4 min · 810 words · Carolyn Murphy

Ram’s New Truck Offers Stylish Looks at a Budget Price

Ram is bouncing back from a tough sales year with a wave of new products, and leading the charge is a fresh trim for itsfull-size pickup. Meet the Ram 1500 Express—designed to bring much-needed energy and appeal to the lineup. The Express name isn’t new; it dates back to a 1939 Dodge pickup. It returns with a modern edge, offeringbold stylingwithout pushing past budget limits. This new trim delivers what the Ram 1500 has been missing: a sharp, compelling option that combines looks and value....

July 11, 2025 · 3 min · 568 words · April Jones

Resident Evil 9 Is Coming: Here’s Everything I Want (and Don’t Want) in It

I have immense expectations forRequiem, but that’s only because Capcom has beenkillingit with this IP over the last 10 years or so (at least in my opinion). So here are all the things I would like to see in the ninth chapter ofResident Evil, as well as things I wouldn’t complain about Capcom straying away from. More Survival Horror, Less Action Admittedly,RE4is the mainlineResident Evilgame that got me into the series....

July 11, 2025 · 5 min · 1011 words · Derek Nolan

SpaceX's Starlink Cellular Service Launches in 2024

SpaceX is using its Starlink satellites for more than just internet service. A new page on the Starlink website teases the company’s “Direct to Cell” platform, which is now slated to launch in 2024. It’s an interesting proposition—Starlink Direct to Cell is like having a “cellphone tower in space” and works with all existing LTE phones. Other satellite-based phone services require specialized hardware. We first heard about Starlink Direct to Cell when it wasannounced by Elon Muskin 2022....

July 11, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · John Myers

Stop Making Folders on Your iPhone: 6 Better Organization Tips

Quick Links Are your apps neatly organized into little folders on your iPhone Home screen? There may be a better way. Here are some tips for letting go of folders while still being able to find your apps efficiently. Launch Apps Quickly with Spotlight or Siri Instead If your first instinct when launching an app is to unlock your iPhone, find a folder, tap it, then find the app you want to launch, you should know there’s a better way....

July 11, 2025 · 8 min · 1603 words · Patrick Johnson

The 10 Best Christmas Movies to Stream for Free in 2022

Quick Links In the spirit of giving, what’s better than the present of free Christmas movies? There’s no need to spend any money to watch these holiday favorites. Here are 10 of the best free Christmas movies you can stream right now. Related:How to Stream the Classic Rankin/Bass Christmas Animated Specials Anna and the Apocalypse Surely the only Christmas zombie movie musical ever made, Anna and the Apocalypse is remarkably adept at balancing those disparate elements....

July 11, 2025 · 7 min · 1332 words · Erika Velazquez

The Best Classic Animated Shows on Adult Swim

Debuting in 2001, Adult Swim made itself known right from its live-action intro: “All kids out of the pool!” The late-night block of Cartoon Network shows catered to adults seeking something edgier, more hilarious, and action-oriented than reruns ofThe FlintstonesandJonny Quest. For being so divergent and leading the charge in adult animation, “the block” became a favorite of the college crowd. But Adult Swim was far more than a repository for short-lived animated sitcoms and cartoons, sold more on their adult language and violence....

July 11, 2025 · 9 min · 1816 words · Kristine Garcia

The Best Mechanical Keyboards Under $50

Finding a responsive and reliable mechanical keyboard doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here’s a look at some of the best mechanical keyboards available today for less than $50, including models that support both Windows and Mac. HyperX Alloy Core RGB What to Look For in a Mechanical Keyboard in 2023 Mechanical keyboards often carry price tags well over $100. From aluminum frames and responsive switches to premium features like built-in OLED displays, the best mechanical keyboards boast tons of cool features....

July 11, 2025 · 7 min · 1365 words · Christopher Buck

The Best USB-A to USB-C Adapters of 2025

Perhaps you have a cable that isn’t compatible with your device or it isn’t the correct USB connector. After all, USB-A can’t connect with USB-C, but with an adapter, you can. Anker USB-C to USB-A Adapter Strong, durable, and small, the Anker USB-C Adapter is not only going to withstand many times of being plugged and unplugged, it has the benefit of being compatible with numerous devices for Windows, Android, and iOS....

July 11, 2025 · 3 min · 523 words · Kimberly Bradshaw