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Windows 11 drops Oct. 5: Mark your calendars
The free upgrade becomes available to eligible Windows 10 PCs and preloaded Windows 11 PCs in just over a month, Microsoft says.
The Hisense U8G Is the Best Affordable Android TV
This moderately priced TV looks great and has every app you will ever need.
This Tracker Uses Helium Hot Spots to Locate Your Valuables
Invoxia’s LongFi Tracker can report the location of your car, backpack, or teenager by pinging community-operated Helium wireless devices.
Tony McVey on Sculpting Regal Robot’s New Salacious B. Crumb Replica
Tony McVey, the sculptor who designed and fabricated Salacious B. Crumb — including a new 1:1 replica statue from Regal Robot — and many other denizens of the galaxy far, far away, intended to have a career as a graphic designer. Growing up in Glasgow, Scotland, McVey fell in love with movie magic and special […]
Apple’s Newest 4K TV Has an Even Smarter Remote
The new, improved, and expensive 4K streaming device is probably best for the dedicated Apple user.
How to use chaos engineering in Microsoft Azure
Complex systems need to be resilient, and we need to use tools like chaos engineering to ensure that resilience. Learn about Azure Chaos Studio.
How to Send Messages That Automatically Disappear
Need to be discreet? Here’s how to set up vanishing texts, photos, or videos in most popular chat apps.
Apple’s iCloud Photo-Scanning Tech Explained
This week, we dissect the technology Apple is using to protect children from sexual abuse on its messaging and photo-storage platforms.
How to Get Free Kindle Books With Your Library Card
All you need is an internet connection, a library card, and a good e-reader to dive into your next page-turner.