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Summary On paper, theAmazon Echo Spot (2024)is a great smart speaker and clock. It’s inexpensive, looks great, and is incredibly easy to set up and use. However, the Echo Spot is held back by something that predates even the product itself—baffling software decisions that actively make it that much harder to use. Amazon Echo Spot 2024 The 2024 Amazon Echo Spot is a versatile smart display with a 5.5-inch touchscreen, ideal for video calls, streaming, and controlling smart home devices....

At the June 2025 WWDC event, Apple unveiled a major and comprehensive overhaul of its entire operating system family across all its devices. One of the most apparent changes is the introduction of “Liquid Glass”, which dramatically changes how UI elements look and behave. This (predictably divisive) change is undergoing strong criticism on social media, especially when it comes to legibility on iPhones, but personally, I think that macOS in particular will benefit a great deal from the new look....

Quick Links If you’re old enough to have teenagers, you’ve lived through the fastest period of technological change in human history. The daily tech of your childhood is so far removed from today, that your kids likely won’t recognize some or all of these now (mostly) obsolete gadgets. 1Fax Machine Fax machines are still in use in some industries, but it’s more likely that your bog-standard multi-function printer now has afax functionhidden away somewhere than a true-blue dedicated fax machine being out in the wild....

Buying a luxury car can obviously be an expensive undertaking, with the most popular models costing a pretty penny. It doesn’t have to be, though, as there are plenty of plush cars on the market that aim to be more attainable and more affordable. Luxury automakers have known for a long time that it is important to offer entry-level models to keep sales numbers up. While these budget-friendly cars may not have the top-of-the-line features, they benefit from thetrickle down of technologyand materials, meaning they can often actually be bargains....

Quick Links Summary If you’re thinking about buying the Galaxy S25 Edge but have a few doubts, you’ve landed at the right place. Samsung’s thinnest smartphone may not be for everyone, but for those who value a futuristic form factor that offers exceptional comfort and portability, it’s hard to find a better alternative. S25 Edge Offers a Luxurious In-Hand Feel Over the years, Samsung has been gradually reducing the thickness of its flagship devices by a few millimeters....

Few companies have had an impact on gaming quite like Nintendo, particularly when it comes to handhelds. The company is responsible for bringing portable gaming into the mainstream, and redefining it many times over. Ranking these consoles is tough, even when striving for an objective viewpoint. Everyone has their favorites, and the platforms could just as easily be defined by their games as their hardware and form factor. With that in mind, let’s give it a shot....

Quick Links As an experienced coder or a newcomer learning your first programming language, setting up your development environment can be tricky. Let me show you how I put together the perfect Linux programming platform using VSCode and containers. How Does It Work? What we’re going to create is a system where all the things required to work with and run your code, like compilers, java virtual machines, and specialized libraries, get installed in an isolated container where they can’t harm the rest of your system....

Quick Links Netflix’s watchlist, also called “My List,” is a way for you to keep track of shows and movies that you want to watch and revisit. There are some things to keep in mind before you make or manage a watchlist. Here’s all you need to know. How to Create a Watchlist on Netflix Netflix’s “My List” is a virtual wishlist feature that lets you bookmark your favorite movies and TV shows to watch later....

Summary Trying to access a folder but keep getting a “Location is not available” error? Your folder may have been moved or deleted, or there’s another issue preventing you from opening your folder. We’ll show you a variety of ways to get around this problem on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC. The Folder Might Have Been Deleted or Moved It’s possible the folder you’re trying to access has been deleted or moved....

Quick Links Summary Telegram is a chat client developed with security and privacy in mind. It’s mainly used on cell phones, but it does have desktop clients, too. Here’s how to install it on Linux. The Telegram Client, Security, and Privacy Privacy and security are two different things. Privacy means controlling the information and data about you, and choosing who, if anyone, has access to it. Security is one of the tools you can use to maintain your privacy....

Quick Links When there’s no internet, your “smart” phone may not feel so smart, but if you know that you’re likely to be somewhere there’s no Wi-Fi or cellular service, you can prep your phone to be more than a sleek paperweight. you’re able to download music from a streaming service, such asSpotifyor Apple Music, to listen to offline. Most streaming services allow you to download several songs or playlists for offline use....

Quick Links Summary Optimal placement of Wi-Fi mesh nodes will ensure you get the most out of your new system. Aim to place the nodes high up and within 30-40 feet of each other. You boughta mesh systemto improve your home’s Wi-Fi situation, so let’s ensure the router and nodes are positioned optimally to give you the best experience. Here’s how to place your mesh nodes for the best speeds and coverage....

If Windows 11 installs buggy drivers or you prefer installing device drivers manually, I’ll show you how to prevent your system from automatically finding and installing the connected devices’ drivers. Know This Before Disabling Auto-Installation of Device Drivers Before you turn off automatic installation and updates of yourdevice drivers, know that this comes at a cost. First, your connected devices won’t start working until you manually install the drivers. This means visiting your device manufacturer’s site, downloading the drivers, and then installing those drivers....