Galaxy S22 Ultra users are locked out of their phones, and nobody knows why

Samsung's always in the news, but it's been a while since we talked about the Galaxy S22 series. The phones were originally ...

ChromeOS Flex gets a $3 USB installer to revive aging Windows PCs

Google has partnered with Back Market, a company specializing in refurbished tech products, to bring ChromeOS Flex to even ...

Got an old Kindle? How to resurrect your e-reader with new books

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Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and earbuds lying around

Many consumers are guilty of filling drawers or closets with old laptops, cellphones, fitness trackers and other electronic ...

New malware targets Android devices, stays even after reset: Are you safe?

Recent findings from cybersecurity firm McAfee reveal that over 50 apps on the Google Play Store contained a hidden malware ...

There’s a brilliant fingerprint hack hiding on your Samsung phone — here’s how to use it

Did you know you can use your Samsung phone's fingerprint sensor to open different apps? Here's how to set up this hidden ...

This Android Malware Can Survive a Factory Reset — But Chances Are You're Protected

A new Android malware has been discovered, and this one can survive even a factory reset. Don't panic just yet, though.

I finally stopped letting my phone's default settings limit me, thanks to this little-known Android power utility

An easy fix to prevent apps from running amok is to terminate them manually. Still, if they are apps you use more frequently, ...

This Android phone can run Windows games locally, no PC required

In a recent video, creator ETA Prime showcases Red Magic's phone running multiple Windows games directly on Android. The ...

I found 7 Windows apps that use your PC's NPU to improve efficiency and performance with AI — You might be surprised at what's on the list

If you bought a new laptop in the last year, there's a good chance that it comes with an NPU. Besides Copilot+ tools in ...

Considering a cruise? Options open for phone use

When I went on a 2025 Princess cruise to Alaska, I got spotty connectivity on my Android phone, compared to what my iPhone-owning friends experienced. I ended up paying $100 just to send email for a ...
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I Swapped Notion for Anytype on Android, And I’m Not Going Back

I switched to Anytype on Android to see if it could replace Notion. Here’s how it handles notes, tasks, offline use, and ...