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Summary If you’re on the lookout to add a subwoofer to your sound system, chances are you’re mainly seeing active subwoofer options, and few if any passive ones. It seems that every subwoofer these days wants to be strong and independent! However, just because passive woofers seem to be out of fashion doesn’t mean they don’t exist anymore. Most importantly, there are several situations where you’ll want to choose a passive model over the more common active ones....

Microsoft has fully removed PowerShell 2.0 from preview builds of Windows 11, and the change will roll out for everyone “in an upcoming update.” Most people probably won’t notice the removal, but it’s rare to see changes like these in the Windows operating system. PowerShellis the primary command line shell for Windows, designed to address the limitations of the Command Prompt that has been around since the days of MS-DOS. PowerShell 2....

Lamps come in many shapes and sizes to suit any type of. TheWiZ Gradient Floor Lightis tall and narrow, which makes it perfect for lighting up the corner of a theater or gaming room. The service it offers is simple, but it does it very well. WiZ Gradient Floor Light This gradient floor light from WiZ can add a touch of ambient flair to any room thanks to its minimalist design, simple set-up, and variety of color options and patterns....

Quick Links Apple has ditched the ringer switch and made the Action button standard across all models. While the button has a pre-defined set of functions, you may link it with a custom shortcut and accomplish way more. Here are 15 ideas to get you started. 1Unlock Screen Rotation If you often reach out for thescreen orientation lock buttonin Control Center, setting up an iOS shortcut and linking it with the Action Button could help you....

Quick Links Live-streaming is a fun and often rewarding hobby that I’ve been doing for a few years now. I usually play video games on my streams, but I sometimes experiment with streaming other genres. My choice of software for my streams is OBS Studio (Open Broadcaster Software), an open-source program that is widely used by content creators. One of the major reasons why OBSis so popularis due to how customizable it is for streamers....

Quick Links Python is one of the most approachable languages to learn, thanks to its object-oriented-first approach and its minimal syntax. The standard library includes many useful modules that you can use to write all sorts of programs, big and small. The scripts here are all tiny, with a narrow focus on a useful task. You can use them not only for day-to-day activities, but also to build upon and extend for additional functionality....

Summary There was a time when we all believed 60 FPS to be the pinnacle of gaming frame rates. However, recent technological developments, such as frame generation and AI upscaling, have given us an easy way to double or triple the number. So, I think the time has come to embrace a new standard for game performance. 60 FPS Is the New 30 FPS You might be surprised to learn that the PlayStation 2 had plenty of60 FPS games....

Quick Links Every tech company has its off days, Apple included. While the company designs highly sought-after and innovative products, there have been a few big missteps along the way. Magic Mouse We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again:the Magic Mouse isn’t the best pointing device for your Mac. Perhaps the most bizarre decision Apple made when designing this peripheral was putting the charging port on the bottom so you’re able to’t use it while charging....

Summary Regardless of your opinions on the company’s curious marketing tactics, one thing is certain—dbrand’s skins and accessories are among the best out there. The company’s Killswitch case for the Steam Deck is a hit, and now, it’s coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. dbrand has just released a Killswitch case for Nintendo’s new Switch 2 console, the long-awaited successor to the Nintendo Switch. The Killswitch is meant to be a sort of “case to end all cases” in a way—not only will it keep your new console protected, but it will also enhance usability while not breaking any existing functionality....

ChatGPT isn’t as useful when it’s confined to a web browser and a simple chatbox. Stardock’s DesktopGPT app brings the chatbot to your Windows desktop, and it’s now out of beta. Stardock has just announced the final rollout of DesktopGPT, a new desktop app that makes it pretty easy to use generative AI on Windows 10 and 11. We’ve reported onDesktopGPTa few times now, but it was technically pre-release software and is only available through Object Desktop rather than standalone....

Quick Links Summary As premium streaming platforms continue to increase their prices, viewers are turning to FAST services to reduce the financial strain. FAST is the newest trend in streaming, and while it may seem tacky at first, the content offered by these free services can easily rival Netflix, Max, or Hulu. The term “FAST” is actually an initialism. It stands for “Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV,” and the idea is quite simple; instead of copying the Netflix business model, FAST services allow you to stream television channels for free....

Summary Despite being billed as a “multi-tool device for geeks,” theFlipper Zerotries hard to have broader appeal. It’s a small, chunky handheld device with a simple monochrome LCD display and a handful of buttons. It also features a playful cyber-dolphin as both its ever-present mascot and Tamagotchi-like pal, who evolves as you use the device. Although the Flipper Zero can autonomously interact with and control an impressive range of modern electronic devices, ID cards, and wristbands, finding everyday use cases might be one challenge this handheld can’t overcome....

Summary The Galaxy Watch 8 is here, and like the Fold 7 and Flip 7 revealed at Samsung’s Unpacked event, it also gets a noticeably slimmer chassis. But does it offer enough upgrades over the Galaxy Watch 7? Should you upgrade? Let’s find out the answers to all the questions. Quick Links Price & Availability TheGalaxy Watch 8is now available for pre-order on the official website and is set to hit stores on June 30, 2025....