Is it safe to use your PC without UPS?

Is it safe to use your PC without UPS?

AYO/Shutterstock production An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is exactly what it sounds like: When your home’s electrical service is interrupted, whether due to a power outage or a tripped circuit breaker, the device continues to power your PC, monitor, or even the laptop you’re using without a … Read more

4 Places You Should Never Store Your Phone

4 Places You Should Never Store Your Phone

vin.rusanov/Shutterstock A smartphone is a significant investment and protecting that investment takes many forms. For example, a durable phone case and phone insurance, such as AppleCare+, are obvious ways to protect your phone, but it’s important to consider solutions that might be a little easier to overlook … Read more

Do you need to remove your headphones at a TSA checkpoint?

Do you need to remove your headphones at a TSA checkpoint?

Archive images / Shutterstock Wireless headphones, including over-ear models and earbuds like Apple AirPods, are commonly seen in public, as many smartphone users rely on these accessories to listen to their favorite content and talk on the phone while on the go. Some people may wear their … Read more

5 of the worst places to install a 3D printer

5 of the worst places to install a 3D printer

Cyano66/Getty Images Buying a 3D printer is just the first step. You also need to configure it correctly. When it comes to placing a 3D printer, many factors come into play, especially when it comes to aspects such as health, safety and convenience. This makes certain areas … Read more

What does the red light on your Oura ring mean?

What does the red light on your Oura ring mean?

Health and fitness wearables are currently experiencing something of a renaissance, like the Oura Ring and smartwatches. In Oura’s case, it’s a sleek, lightweight smart ring capable of tracking all kinds of health metrics, from sleep to heart rate to temperature. In fact, it includes so many advanced features … Read more

Does the iPhone need its own MacBook Neo moment?

Does the iPhone need its own MacBook Neo moment?

Apple launched the iPhone 16e last year for $599 – and it’s been a good phone ever since. It was refreshed this year with an A19 chipset, more storage and MagSafe, but for the most part its positioning in the market hasn’t really changed. It’s a decent phone at a decent price. It sold decently, … Read more

3 reasons why your VR headset is collecting dust

3 reasons why your VR headset is collecting dust

Master Press/Getty Images Not long ago, it could have been reasonably argued that virtual reality (VR) headsets were poised for a breakthrough in popularity. However, it now appears that the initial excitement surrounding these devices has dissipated. As Business Insider reports, while sales of lighter, tech-based smart … Read more

Can your phone’s hotspot replace your home internet?

Can your phone’s hotspot replace your home internet?

Agence_Sud/Getty Images Connecting to a mobile hotspot can be very useful, but can you use your smartphone to replace your entire home’s Internet? While the short answer is yes, the effectiveness of your connection varies depending on your carrier and where you live. As with basic call … Read more