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Forget version 24H2, here's what we need in Windows 11 in 2025
Windows 11 is good, but these changes can make version 25H2 truly great.
We're not halfway through 2024 yet, and Microsoft hasn't released Windows 11 version 24H2, either. That will be a pretty big update for multiple reasons, with a big focus on AI and optimizations for Arm devices.
Up your game with this high-tech portable putting green powered by a Raspberry Pi
A great way to practice and have fun at the same time
We've seen a lot of great SBCs come to market over the past few years and with them, we've seen tinkers work their magic by making some of the most exciting and outrageous projects to date. At the center of this movement has been the Raspberry Pi, first introduced over ten years ago, and has now become one of the best boards you can buy in order to get your project running off the ground.
6 old and obsolete PC parts that you may have forgotten
Some of these served us well, while others not so much.
Computing has evolved a lot over the years, and the modern-day computing components that we put into our PCs are a lot better compared to their predecessors from the past. We didn't get to the modern and more powerful components out of nowhere, though, and manufacturers had to go through a lot of products and iterations that now stand as old and obsolete components that you may have forgotten or never seen. Below are a few of those PC parts that served us well and enabled the transition to modern parts that we know and love today.
Anker's 14-in-1 USB-C hub is a killer addition to your setup and is now down to its lowest price yet
A great way to expand your port selection without breaking the bank
A USB hub offers a simple and great way to expand the capabilities of existing products, offering a variety of useful ports without costing an arm or a leg. While these are typically marketed for laptops and computers, they can also be used with PC gaming handhelds, smartphones, and tablets.
Where to download PC games for free (legally)
Downloading free games doesn't have to be risky and illegal. Here are the best legit places to get old and new PC games for free
Probably the first step after building a PC is downloading all your favorite game launchers and game libraries to set up your brand-new gaming PC. Adding shiny new games to your library is exciting but the cost quickly adds up, especially if you're like me and end up building your library instead of actually playing and finishing games.
External GPUs explained: What they are and what they do
You've probably heard a lot about external GPUs for laptops and gaming handhelds — but what are they and how do they work?
Since PC gaming handhelds started to become more prominent, the idea of external GPUs has gained some popularity. Because gaming handhelds are heavily restricted in terms of power (so that they can be portable), the idea of adding more power on demand when you're stationary makes sense.
Best portable keyboards for the Legion Go
Discover the best ways to use WASD controls on the Legion Go without sacrificing portability.
The Lenovo Legion Go is a powerful handheld gaming device that runs almost anything a full-size desktop can. The only thing missing from the desktop experience is a classic mouse and keyboard setup. But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck using the clunky controllers in order to communicate with your squad mates and flame your enemies in chat. Here are some of the best portable keyboards of all types and sizes for use with the Legion Go.
Why is my SSD write speed nowhere near the max stated
It is upsetting when your SSD isn't performing as it should. Here are some things to look out for to make sure you are getting the most from your SSD.
Few things are more frustrating than using an SSD and having it run slowly. I mean, the whole point of an SSD is getting blazing-fast speeds, at least that is how they are marketed to us anyway. When it comes to an SSD that is writing slower than its rated speed, there are a few different reasons why this could be. From hardware, to software, or maybe even a few settings, there are many things you can do to fix your SSD. Here are some of the things to look for when your SSD speeds just aren't quite up to par.
StarTech Thunderbolt 4 Multi-Display Docking Station review: You can't ask for more ports
This StarTech Thunderbolt 4 docking station supports up to four 4K displays, and it has a lot of ports for peripherals.
There's no shortage of docking stations to choose from if you want to connect more peripherals to a modern laptop. But not many are on the same level as the StarTech Thunderbolt 4 Multi-Display Docking Station. Its main selling point is that it can drive up to four 4K displays at 60Hz, all using a single port on your laptop, which is something we've rarely seen in other docks.
Best skins for Lenovo Legion Go
These are all the best skins for customizing the look and feel of your Legion Go, regardless of your personal preferences or budget.
When you're looking for a top-notch gaming handheld, Lenovo's Legion Go is a device more than worth your consideration, even when compared to the best gaming laptops. However, if you want to customize your Legion Go without adding the bulk of a case, a skin is your best bet.
Meta's long-awaited open-source Llama 3 is finally here
Meta's Llama 3 has been rumored to be arriving for a long time, and now it's finally here. You can even use it right away!
Meta has finally announced the release of Llama 3, the latest iteration in the company's series of Llama large language models. This new model comes with enhanced capabilities and is available in two configurations: 8 billion and 70 billion parameters, each designed to cater to a broad spectrum of AI applications. It introduces major improvements, including more robust reasoning skills, and promises a significant enhancement in its coding and instruction-following abilities, promising to be the most versatile and capable open-source model available to date.
Have a Mac? You should be using iTerm2 to replace the terminal
The macOS terminal has improved recently, but iTerm2 is still the customization king.
If you're a developer, system administratir, or just a general Mac power user, you're probably very familiar with Terminal functionality. Command line tools, while intimidating to learn, offer some of the fastest and slickest ways to get serious work done on your macOS machine. Customizing your terminal is a rite of passage, and can be the ultimate productivity hack. You can slowly build up a collection of macros, aliases, scripts, and dotfiles that personalize your experience into an efficient command line interface, limited only by your typing speed. iTerm2 is the king of this, and while the stock macOS terminal is far from bad, iTerm2 can really level up your customization and productivity game.
Microsoft does not want you to use iPerf3 to measure network performance on Windows
Microsoft has asked customers to ditch iPerf3 on Windows, recommending other tools instead.
iPerf is a fairly popular cross-platform tool that is used by many to measure network performance and diagnose any potential issues in this area. The open-source utility is maintained by an organization called Energy Sciences Network (ESnet) and officially supports Linux, Unix, and Windows. However, Microsoft has now published a detailed blog post explaining why you should not use the latest version, iPerf3, on Windows installations.
How to Install 7-zip
You can use countless programs to compress and unzip computer files, but 7-zip is widely regarded as the cream of the crop… once you get it working.
Sending files over the internet is usually a quick and easy activity – just attach the documents to an email and press “send.” However, the task turns into a chore when you have to transfer large files or a metric ton of data (or both). You can either send multiple emails, or you can compress files so that they don’t take up too much space. If you choose the latter, what program should you use to shrink a file’s digital footprint? Many users agree 7-zip is the way to go.
How to use animated wallpapers on Windows 11
Windows 11 may not support animated wallpapers out of the box, but you can liven up your desktop thanks to a third-party app.
Windows 11 gives you plenty of customization options to make the operating system feel more like your own. But sometimes those options aren't enough. For example, Windows 11 doesn't natively support animated wallpapers, only static images (though you can cycle through different images if you want to). Fortunately, whenever there's no official Windows feature for something you want, there's always a third-party service that can scratch your itch.
Here are some of the most ridiculous yet amazing pieces of tech
There have been some bizarre tech products released.
With the advancement of technology, some utterly bizarre products have hit the shelves over the past couple of decades. From an Android-powered oven and selfie toaster to Amazon Dash and the KFConsole. Some of these products were strange, some didn't make sense, some were awful, and others made you go "Huh?" Here are 16 products we found strange ... Do you remember any?
How to use the Pro camera mode on your Apple iPhone
Recent iPhone models have upped their photography game noticeably. Here's how to use the Pro camera mode on your Apple iPhone.
With almost every present-day smartphone launch, manufacturers have been dedicating a lot of time to showcasing their improved camera systems. Apple is no different. With the reveal of the iPhone 13 series, it previewed the Cinematic mode, Macro mode, Photographic Styles, and more. Similarly, the iPhone 14 event also gave us a peek at Action mode, the improved 48MP main sensor on the Pro models, and more. Now, the latest iPhone 15 Pro Max includes a new 5x telephoto lens.
Can you use a TV as a computer monitor?
If any screen comes with an HDMI port, it can act as an alternative or second computer monitor.
Most computers aren’t all-in-one devices. Unless you buy a laptop or a tablet, you need additional peripherals to make your computer work. These extras include a keyboard, mouse, and monitors. However, modern televisions generally are able to fulfill computer monitor functions, so what’s stopping you from using them interchangeably?
How to remove Linux from dual boot
Installed Linux alongside Windows? Don't worry, you can remove it by deleting your partitions and rebuilding your bootloader through Command Prompt
Linux is a fantastic open-source operating system that's designed to run on all kinds of hardware. What we also love about Linus is that it comes in many different flavors and distributions, like Ubuntu and Linux Mint, which can be run alongside Windows 11. Setting up a dual boot with Linux and Windows is fairly simple, and the overall process only takes a few minutes. Removing Linux from dual boot, however, can be a bit of a challenge, as there's no easy way to do it.
Forget paying for scanners: this genius made one for cheap with a Raspberry Pi
It works really well, too.
All-in-one printers feel like a necessary evil. You can go through a long period of your life without needing to print or scan someone, but the one time you do, you're really out of luck unless you have a friend who owns one or your local library has units you can rent out. Fortunately, the all-in-one printer's tyranny may be over, as someone has created and programmed their own document scanner for a fraction of the price. And best of all, you can make one too.