The Google Play Store has a treasure trove of apps, but it's not the only game in town. In fact, some of the most innovative and privacy-focused Android apps are hiding just beyond Google's official storefront.

2025 is shaping up to be memorable for various reasons, but for Ford, it’s mostly been about recalls. Forget the ongoing drama over Trump tariffs; the real headline has been a steady stream of safety issues.

The iProVPN service is a relatively new entrant to the world of VPN subscriptions, having been launched in 2020. Yet it has been gaining popularity thanks to offering lifetime access deals and smart marketing. However, what does iProVPN offer that would steer you away from other, more established brands? I set out to answer that very question.

I had a professor at university who said that the sentence "click the icon with your mouse" would have been completely incomprehensible to people half a century ago—and he had a point.

The mechanical keyboard propaganda is everywhere. Whether it's a PC gaming streamer or a photo of any self-respecting enthusiast's desk, there's bound to be some sort of mechanical keyboard around, with that unmistakable clack-clack-clack as you pummel its keys.

USB-C being standard means that you can charge most of your tech with the same charger, but the key thing is finding a charger that fits the bill in the first place. If you're still looking, this charger might be a good option for cheap.

Times are tough all around the world, and usually when belts are tightened, the first thing to go is entertainment. That's a sad situation, and it doesn't help that the only news about gaming these days seem to be that it's getting more and more expensive.

The Mac mini is one of the best small computers you can buy thanks to its small yet mighty footprint and value for money. Things get even better if you can score yourself a deal on the second-hand market, which is where I found mine.

Anker's 6-in-1 USB-C hub has fallen to a very low price. Right now, it is available for $23.40 at Anker, which makes it a great choice for adding more connectivity and charging options to devices like the Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Lenovo Legion Go. To get this discount, use the promo code Ankerhowtogeek2025 at checkout.

Do you want to get an alert when your laptop’s battery level drops below a certain percentage? If so, you have multiple ways to do that on your Windows 11 computer.

The Anker MagGo Wireless Charger, a handy 2-in-1 charging stand, is now on sale for $42.12 on Anker's website. This is down from its original price of $53.99. You’ll need to use the promo code Ankerhowtogeek2025 to get this big discount when you check out.

Some of the best games ever made have important plot points, characters, and unexplained events that are shrounded in mystery.

RCS is available for more people than ever, but knowing which of your contacts have been upgraded and which are still stuck in the stone age of SMS can feel like a mystery. Google Messages is finally making it easier to tell the difference.

One of the big selling points of the Steam Deck is the ability to play your games anywhere. While it is easy to pick and go with it, there are a few things you should do and bring along with you if you want to maximize the value of your Steam Deck while traveling and keep it safe.

Console generations used to signify massive leaps forward for gaming hardware. We've seen the jumps from 8-bit to 16-bit, 2D to 3D, low-resolutions to high-definition—you get the point. But the last few console generations have only delivered slight graphical improvements with very few attempts at innovation.

The XREAL One AR Glasses deliver a 147-inch virtual display in a go-anywhere form factor. While the field of view, out-of-box connectivity, and user interface are somewhat limited, the excellent portable big-screen video quality makes up for it.

Thunderbolt 5 is a relatively new tech, but it packs some insane speed gains, and if your hardware supports it, gadgets using it can be a great addition to any laptop or computer. Anker recently released a Thunderbolt 5 dock, but you can already score a significant discount.

Ever since Spotify added podcasts, it has become one of the top apps for listening to podcasts on the go, but it's still not a dedicated podcast app—and sometimes, it shows. Its main focus is, still, music. Now, though, it's getting slightly better for podcasts.

There have been many attempts at building the perfect HTPC (Home Theater PC) platform, and some, like Kodi, have stood the test of time. However, almost a decade ago Mythbuntu reached the end of the road. Despite having so much promise.