I'm always looking to maximize my efficiency, and it usually involves reducing the time I spend on my phone. I've tried countless Android apps to improve my productivity, but I've always felt that certain tasks, like changing settings or…
For over two years, I almost never took my gold Oura ring 3 off. The only time it left my index finger was to catch a charge, and I never went out on the town without it -- it was stylish enough for a nice dinner with friends, and how else…
Since the late 2000s, HDMI has been the go-to cable and port for connecting devices to your TV. I still remember the first time I used one and how amazing it was that a single cable could replace all the RCA cords I had used for years with…
Like a lot of people I imagine, I consider Google Maps a lifeline for driving. I first started using it for navigation when I was living in Austin, Texas, and you can tell -- my map of the city is covered in bookmarks for everything from…
I'm from an older generation that misses physical media and clings to USB-A ports, yet still thinks 3.5mm headphone jacks are a redundant feature on modern laptops. These ports have been a standard feature as long as I can remember, and…
I've probably made this reference once too often, but there's a joke that despite what the acronym stands for, USB isn't very universal. There have been many different connector types over the years, not to mention many different speeds,…
On a single charge, your Kindle Paperwhite (2024) can last up to 12 weeks -- an impressive feat for any device, E Ink display or not. That estimate assumes 30 minutes of reading per day with wireless off and brightness set low. But if you…
Your TV is packed full of ports that you might not know what to do with. Of course, you want your devices plugged into your HDMI ports, and it's important to use your USB port to the best of its ability. What you might not be aware of is…