We’re just gonna say it: Creating strong, complex passwords — and then actually remembering what those passwords are — has become a huge pain in the behind. The well-known advice is that you shouldn’t use the same password for everything because it’s not safe, but that doesn’t make it any less annoying as you’re mentally… Read More »

Apple’s HomePod is back after a few years of absence, and frankly, it hasn’t really changed much. The original HomePod, which launched in 2018, was discontinued early in 2021, leaving an empty void in the lives of people who wanted an Apple speaker that can produce a bigger sound than the HomePod mini. It was an… Read More »

I’ve always been an avid reader. My physical book collection is constantly expanding, but — thanks to the countless free library books I read on OverDrive’s viral app, Libby(Opens in a new tab) — these days I tend to gravitate toward e-books. They’re convenient, portable, and perfect for reading pretty much anywhere: in bed, at the gym,… Read More »

Xiaomi is the world’s third-largest smartphone maker, but it’s sometimes doesn’t feel like it, especially if you live in the U.S. There, Samsung is the de facto Android phone, with an occasional Motorola or a Google Pixel thrown in. But even though Xiaomi’s brand is more powerful in Asia and Europe, the company still makes great phones. Case in… Read More »

I’m a sucker for smart lighting. From LIFX’s color-changing light bulbs to installing swoon-worthy LED backlights in both my living room and home office, I’ve learned firsthand the power of great lighting to level up your home decor. Weirdly enough, it’s one of the only ways I’ve stepped into the world of smart home devices — I’m… Read More »

If you’re familiar with Balmuda products — like the viral Balmuda The Toaster — you know they have a certain elegance that screams expendable income. The Tokyo-based creativity and technology company that’s on a mission to turn home appliances into wonderful experiences, and the thing is…they’re pretty freaking good at it. I’ve had my eye on the… Read More »

Let the madness begin! Again! Watching tonight’s battle between fifth-seeded Miami and 12th-seeded Drake at 7:25 p.m., if you’re a streaming fan, means using apps and services from the NCAA and CBS. Here’s how. How to watch Miami Hurricanes vs. Drake Bulldogs Time: 7:25 p.m. EDT Location: MVP Arena, Albany, N.Y. Quick hit: The Hurricanes (25-7) won the… Read More »

File this under news that’s good for everyone — except for. On Friday, the Federal Communications Commission adopted its first rules(Opens in a new tab) targeting spam text messages that have plagued all mobile phone users for years. The FCC will now require mobile service providers to “block certain robotext messages that are highly likely to be… Read More »

Watching today’s battle between eighth-seeded Memphis and ninth-seeded Florida Atlantic at 9:20 p.m., if you’re a streaming fan, means using apps and services from the NCAA and CBS. Here’s how. SEE ALSO:Can You Get a Virus From WhatsApp? How to watch Memphis Tigers vs. FAU Owls Time: 9:20 p.m. EDT Location: Nationwide Arena, Columbus Quick hit: The Tigers… Read More »

Back on Twitter? Check. Back on Facebook and Instagram? Check and check. Now, former president Donald Trump is allowed back on YouTube too.     In an official statement released on Friday, YouTube announced that it was officially reinstating Trump’s access to his YouTube channel, enabling new videos to be uploaded to the account. “Starting… Read More »