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Stop retyping the same emails. Outlook can save them as templates
Tired of writing the same email over and over? Outlook lets you save frequently used messages as templates. Here's how to set them up.
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How I get free Kindle books without breaking the rules
When I'm getting ready for a long vacation and need some new material for my Kindle, here's where I go to score free ebooks and magazines.
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How a $14 accessory saved my AirPods (and my right ear)
I wear my AirPods every day, and these $14 silicone tips completely changed how comfortable they are.
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Turn on Microsoft Edge's scareware blocker before you need it
Not every Windows PC runs Edge's scareware blocker by default. Here's the hardware cutoff and how to turn it on manually.
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Why DisplayPort beats HDMI for gaming PCs
With DisplayPort, you can get more performance and stability out of your gaming PC than with HDMI. Here’s what you need to know.
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This is the first site I visit when my tech breaks
From phones and laptops to cameras and game consoles, iFixit offers thousands of repair guides that can save you time and money.
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Why you should never sell old electronics without checking them first
Anyone selling old smartphones, SSDs or printers often unwittingly reveals passwords, photos and documents. Here’s how to delete your old data securely.
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I built my own game with the help of AI
Rosebud AI is a browser-based AI tool that creates playable games from text prompts.
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This $20 travel power strip is the smartest thing I pack
I hate juggling power cords and plug while on vacation or traveling for work! A travel power strip eliminates all the fuss, rolling up neatly into a compact bundle for your bag or backpack.
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This 8BitDo phone controller is my most fun travel gadget
For under $50, you can play full console-style games on your Android phone with perfect controls and a comfy cradle.
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Atomic Mail lets you send fully encrypted emails
With Atomic Mail, you can send and receive emails securely thanks to end-to-end encryption on all devices.
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This ChatGPT prompt turns rambling voice memos into clean to-do lists
This prompt turns messy voice memo transcripts into a clean, organized to-do list. Works with any AI chatbot, including free accounts.
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Your computer could help researchers while you sleep
From hunting pulsars to modeling climate change, these projects turn your idle devices into research tools.
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Planning a trip? Check visa rules for any country with this free tool
Travelnow.info shows you visa-free destinations, visas on arrival, eVisas, and more with an interactive map built around your passport.
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These common PC upgrade myths could be costing you money
Thinking about upgrading your PC? Avoid these common pitfalls around power supplies, RAM, GPUs, and cooling.
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Can't draw? AutoDraw doesn't care
Doodle almost anything and AutoDraw will suggest polished artwork that matches your sketch.
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Your Windows PC is at risk if you’re missing these security certificates
Microsoft is pushing out a fix to a bigger number of affected computers, but your PC may need your help to receive them.
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Two free fan-made Pokémon games every fan should know about
Pokémon Showdown and PokeMMO let you sharpen your skills or just relive the classics online.
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Did ChatGPT give you a perfect answer? Use this prompt to find out why
Take an AI’s perfect answer and turn it into a reusable template.
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