Need a lot of storage for cheap? Buy a refurbished hard drive instead of a new oneyou could save yourself hundreds. Here's what you need to know about used hard drives and where to buy them ..read more

You can run most apps just fine, with very little lag, on a five-year-old phone. It's when someone sends you a photo taken on a newer model that you start to notice how old yours has gotten. Smartphone cameras have become remarkably good and are one of the most standout reasons to get a new phone ..read more

Is online privacy a lost cause? Tails Linux lets you be private online, just as long as you understand its limitations, use it within those limits, and dont inadvertently blow your cover ..read more

USB, short for Universal Serial Bus, is a common type of computer port that makes it easy to charge a device or transfer data between two devices. Since it was first developed in the 90s, USB has continued to evolve alongside technology, progressively becoming smaller, faster, and more powerful. With so many devices that use USB, it's easy to get confused by the different connectors. But fear notwe're going to demystify all of that today ..read more

Powerline Ethernet adapters are the fastest and easiest way to get a reliable wired netowrk connected to any part of your home that has electrical wiring ..read more

Couch gaming has been a staple of the medium since its inception and even with the rise of online multiplayer, it's still going strong. Whether you're a casual gamer or a dedicated player seeking some hearty challenges, the team at How-To Geek has put together a list of our favorite games to play locally ..read more

The rise of AI has the potential to transform numerous aspects of our lives. However, this powerful technology also poses new challenges, particularly in the realm of social media scams. If you don't have keen eyes, sharp ears, and a bit of critical thinking, you may end up falling victim ..read more

For many people, Google Photos has taken the stress out of managing photos. Every photo they snap is automatically uploaded to the web. Yet, as a Google service, the app comes with many privacy concerns. There's room for an app to offer a similar service without privacy concerns"Ente" might be that replacement ..read more

Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn'tConnections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered ..read more

Your phones data speed can vary depending on your plan, physical location, local cell towers, and many other factors. If youre on AT&T, there will now be one more variable in the mix: a new Turbo add-on that claims to boost speeds ..read more