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3 Best Cheap Linux Laptops to Save Money

Linux often gets associated with being cheap. It’s a bit unfair, but it’s true that you can save some big bucks if you buy a computer with a free operating system. So how inexpensive can you go? Check out these best cheap Linux laptops to save money. Yes, you can install Linux on just about… read more »

How to Stop Windows 10 Update

One aspect that Microsoft got very wrong was Windows Updates. The situation has slowly improved with subsequent updates, but performing updates still isn’t as smooth or customizable as it should be. If you’re fed up with thinking about Active Hours and dealing with random restarts, you might want to kill the update feature altogether. In this… read more »

Samsung Is Unlocking the FM Radio in New Phones

Samsung has committed to unlocking the FM radio chip in its upcoming handsets. This will allow owners of Samsung phones in the U.S. and Canada to listen to FM radio without the need to be connected to the internet. This is thanks to an ongoing partnership with NextRadio. It’s a little-known fact that most smartphones… read more »

Is Your Chromebook Protected Against Meltdown?

Google has published a list of all known Chrome OS devices, detailing which are currently vulnerable to Meltdown, and which require patching. The good news is most Chromebooks are either already safe from attack or have a fix on the way. However, a handful of devices are at risk. Meltdown and Spectre are two new… read more »

Why You Should Try Switching Linux Operating Systems

If you’ve ever felt your current Linux operating system lacking in some ways, there are a number of things you can do to help fix this. It’s easy to adjust your desktop’s look and feel, for example, sometimes to amazing degrees. Switching regularly between different Linux operating systems (better known as distro hopping) is one… read more »

How to Learn a New Language by Reading the Daily News

The best way to learn a new language is to immerse yourself in it. But when you don’t have a speaking partner or aren’t in the native country, then you have to come up with another idea. How about practicing with real-world sentences in the vocabulary of everyday conversation? There are several ways to do that, but… read more »

Messenger Kids Is Now Available on Amazon Tablets

Messenger Kids is now available on the Amazon Appstore, meaning children can now use the latest Facebook app on their Amazon Fire Tablet. The Fire Tablet is seen as a child-friendly tablet thanks to its durability and affordability. So this is a sensible decision by Facebook. Facebook launched Messenger Kids in December as an app… read more »

Need Cheap Headphones? These Are the Best You Can Get

Headphones are essential for a variety of uses. Whether for gaming, making calls, or listening to music, headphones remain crucial for audio consumption. However, a quality set of headphones may fetch a hefty price. But superb sound does not demand breaking the bank. Looking for a pair of cheap headphones? These are the best cheap… read more »

Sonos One Review: Is This the One Smart Speaker to Rule Them All?

Our verdict of the Sonos One:Sonos and Alexa, in One device. Thanks to the superior sound quality, it’s the best Echo device yet – and with Google Assistant support promised soon, it’s the One speaker to rule them all. 910Alexa and Sonos have had a troubled relationship. Until the tail end of 2017, they weren’t… read more »

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