Gone are the days when Linux gamers had to jump through hoops to make their favorite games work on their favorite distro. Thanks to Valve and Proton, freshest releases work day one on Linux gaming machines with little to no tinkering.

Tired of Google's grip on your data? After switching to Linux, I found the perfect self-hosted app to replace Google Drive, Photos, Calendar, Docs, and more, all on my terms. Here's how I took back control of my privacy and my data.

HBO Max can't decide on a name to stick with. The service changed its name to Max in 2023 and recently reverted to HBO Max. This shift is so frustrating that even Warner Bros. has poked mild fun at this strange change in their social media posts.

With billions of devices worldwide, Android is easily the biggest mobile operating system. But its journey to this point was not without its challenges. When the first Android phone hit the market, the platform was unrefined, lacking features, and still trying to earn favor with app developers.

I'm currently playing Black Myth: Wukong on my PC, but there are times when I prefer lighthearted browser games instead of high-graphics AAA titles. That’s when I spend my time on these 11 games that are playable directly through Google Search.

Everyone I know has had a show they love get axed by Netflix. The streamer is absolutely ruthless in that regard, but the problem is that these cancelations create a feedback loop that means we’re only going to see more of them.

We’ve all seen those stunning space photos in their vibrant glory, but did you know that’s not how they look straight out of the telescope? What telescopes see is a lot of invisible light and weird cosmic noise that has to be edited and translated into those iconic images we all recognize.

Half-Life 3 is once again making the rounds online, with rumors suggesting that it’s in a fully playable state and could be announced or even released this year. If you ask me, Valve should take a page from Bethesda's playbook with Oblivion Remastered and just shadow drop it.

Phone accessories are a dime a dozen: cases with suction cups, pop sockets, straps, you name it. Most are designed to solve minor annoyances or add a tinge of convenience. However, there’s one accessory that’s quite simple yet indispensable for me: phone holders.

I have a lot of Apple devices, which are packed with impressive features. Many take advantage of Apple's closed ecosystem to provide a seamless experience across devices. Features such as AirDrop and Universal Clipboard work as if by magic.

The Yakuza series—which has rebranded to Like a Dragon with recent entries—always features a number of different minigames and side activities for you to pour your time into. These range from simple games to earn extra cash, to deep, long-running side stories, with unique mechanics that only exist for the minigames. Across the franchise, you could lose hundreds of hours to these minigames.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has been announced. It is thin, it is expensive, and the reaction online has been far from overwhelmingly positive. But if you thought it was a gimmick that nobody asked for, I'm not so sure. Thin phones are here to stay.

The rise of portable power stations makes it easy to always have power, during an outage or just on an outdoor adventure. The Bluetti SwapSolar ecosystem takes portability to a new level with both a power station and portable refrigerator that use hot-swappable batteries.

When you gaze at the night sky, you're likely to catch a glimpse of a planet orbiting the Sun. However, when several of these celestial neighbors decide to join in, the result is something called a planetary alignment. Let's delve into this phenomenon and how you can watch when it happens next.

Ever wondered why Linux fans are so passionate about their OS while others only complain about it? Is it a matter of one side being blind to the virtues (or flaws) of the operating system? Well, let me show you how exactly the same qualities of Linux hated by some can be loved by others—like me!

The internet is filled with unscrupulous characters trying to scam or steal from you. One of the weapons in their arsenal is impostor or fake websites. As fake websites become increasingly sophisticated, it can be harder to spot them. But here are some ways that can help.

Black Mirror is back for its seventh season, and tech geeks like me are thrilled by the wild plotlines and futuristic themes the show is known for. One episode in particular, Plaything, stood out for putting a fictional 1990s game at the heart of its story.

RuneScape and Warcraft are two of the most recognizable names in gaming. But if you're not into massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), they haven't given you much to latch onto in recent years—even if you're a fan of the worlds they're built around.

Are you planning your upcoming summer vacation? Be sure your smart home is ready before you depart. From checking your security cameras to changing the batteries on your smart lock, here's how to get your smart home ready before you leave on vacation.