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Quick Links Summary Few computer issues are as frustrating as sitting down to use your computer, and you can’t get online. If the source of your trouble is a missing or malfunctioning Windows Wi-Fi interface, we’re here to help. Do note that the following troubleshooting steps are centered around troubleshooting the Wi-Fi interface on your Windows PC and not issues between your laptop or PC and the local network. If you can open the Wi-Fi menu on your PC, successfully select a network, and enter the password, but you are unable connect, we recommend moving on tothese Wi-Fi troubleshooting tips....

Summary Gaming chairs tend to put quality behind marketing, with many options being overpriced, uncomfortable, and flimsy. If that’s the standard mold, then Secretlab demolished it with theTITAN Evo SoftWeave Plus, a luxurious chair that rectifies many common issues with premium materials and sturdy construction—though it’s still incredibly costly. Secretlab TITAN Evo SoftWeave Plus Secretlab’s TITAN Evo SoftWeave Plus is a luxurious gaming chair featuring premium construction, multiple points of adjustment, and a soft-to-the-touch fabric that enhances every gaming experience....

Summary Setting up a VR office is more accessible than ever, and thanks to price drops and flexible payment options, the initial investment in a VR headset can be manageable. Instead of downloading pricey apps and buying expensive equipment, you can get into VR with minimal setup and cheap alternatives. Getting VR Started Is Cheaper Than You Think Getting into VR doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, thanks to recent price drops and new payment options, VR is now more accessible than ever....

Sling TV debuted back in 2015 as one of the first live TV streaming services for $20 a month. Obviously, times have changed, competition is stiff, and every service has increased prices yearly for what seems like a decade. In a bold move to return to its roots, Sling TV is now offering a “Sling Select” bundle starting at $20. These days, we’re all frustrated with price hikes, additional subscription tiers, and ads on everything....

Quick Links Maybe one daysmart blindswill cost around the same price as regular window treatments, but that day certainly isn’t today. In the meantime, here’s the room we think smart blinds are worth splurging for. Why Focus on a Single Room? When it comes to outfitting your home with smart gear, outfitting an entire home can become rather costly rather quickly. It’s why we all make cost/value assessments on where we put smart gear like “Does the guest room really needa smart speaker?...

Summary If you’re looking for an affordable set of over-ear headphones, there’s often a bit of compromise. TheSoundpeats Spaceheadphones offer solid ANC and great battery life, but there are some trade-offs, like comfort, worth keeping in mind. Soundpeats Space The Soundpeats Space headphones offer surprisingly good noise-canceling for the price with a great companion app and a handy low-latency game mode. Good Fit For Some, But Not All Build quality isn’t guaranteed in headphones that retail for less than $100, but this is something Soundpeats nailed with the Space headphones....

Spotify now offers anAudiobooks Access Tierfor $9.99 a month. It provides full access to the Spotify audiobook catalog with 15 hours of listening, but it’s a dollar cheaper thanSpotify Premiumand doesn’t include ad-free music. A collection of over200,000 audiobookslanded on Spotify late last year. All Spotify Premium members can enjoy 15 hours of audiobook listening each month (if you have a Spotify Premium Duo or Family account, only the plan manager can access the 15 hours of audiobooks, however)....

Read update Whether you’re picking up the new M3 iPad Air or picking up the M2 model, you’ll want to keep your expensive purchase protected with a case. The best iPad case for you, though, will depend on what you plan on using your tablet for. UPDATE: 04-07-2025 We’ve reviewed our recommendations, and these are still the best iPad Air 11-inch cases available. We’ve also added a note about case compatibility....

Whether you want to create art, music, movies, or a short story, the right laptop can help you channel your creativity. Choosing the right laptop for the job can be tough, but we’ve done all the work for you. Asus ROG Strix G17 (AMD, 2023) What to Look For in a Laptop for Creatives in 2024 We’re using the term “creative” as a catch-all here, as creative professionals don’t always limit themselves to a single discipline....

Samsung revealed a bunch of new devices today at its Unpacked event, including the Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro. The Pro model has an updated design that is reminiscent of Apple AirPods Pro, but with some unique tricks. Samsung has just announced the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, a more premium alternative to theGalaxy Buds 3that were also revealed. The earbuds boast a suite of intelligent features, a lot of which are AI-powered, that are designed to enhance communication and optimize sound quality....

Google Play Games on PC started off as a way to play Android games on Windows computers, with your purchases, save files, and other data synchronized across PC and Android devices. Now, Google is turning it into a full-fledged competitor to Steam, the Microsoft Store, and other PC game stores. Google Play Games for PC, which is still in beta testing, is essentially an Android virtual machine for Windows PCs (like BlueStacks or the Android Studio emulator) connected to the Google Play Store....

Sticky Notes allows you to not only keep stuff noted down on your Windows PC, but you can also be reminded of them by sticking them to your desktop and synchronizing them with other devices. Microsoft has now revamped the sticky notes experience on Windows 11, and they’re now fully integrated with OneNote. Microsoft has officially released its revamped Sticky Notes experience for all Windows users. Initiallyreleased as a betato Insiders earlier this year, those who managed to play with it earlier found it to be an overall better experience with improved functionality....

Quick Links When you hear “biology” you probably think something like “nature” or “natural”, but humankind has been interfering with biology for thousands of years, and now in the 21st century our tools are more powerful than ever. We’ve gone from crudely breeding plants and animals over generations to meet our needs, to simply creating the biology we need from scratch. You may not be aware of it, but our mastery of biology has been quietly exploding, and it won’t be long before the fruits of this labor become apparent....