What happens when your PC's CMOS battery dies?
The CMOS battery isn't something you'll need to change often. But when it goes, it's time for a quick swap.
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Your devices could be on the wrong Wi-Fi band, and it's slowing them down
Your router has two or perhaps three bands, and choosing the right one for each device is vital for performance.
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How many watts should your Bluetooth speaker have?
If you're confused by Bluetooth speaker wattage, here's what those numbers actually mean. Spoiler: more wattage doesn't necessarily mean a louder speaker.
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How much RAM does a Raspberry Pi actually need?
Raspberry Pi boards have helped hobbyists get computing projects started for very little money down. However, knowing how much memory is needed can be tricky.
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Here's how much the PlayStation 5 cost in 2020 vs. 2026
The PS5 hasn't seen a major price cut or bundle like its predecessors. Instead, you'll pay even more for one today than at launch.
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Why CPU overclocking is mostly now a thing of the past
The performance gains you get with modern chips aren't as noteworthy as they used to be.
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Don't throw away your old router — Do this instead
Your old router shouldn't be destined for the recycling bin. You can repurpose it to extend your current network and much more.
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Level 1, 2 and 3 EV chargers: Which is better to use?
Provided you don't drive long distances every day, Level 1 charging could be all you need.
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Gemini Live vs. ChatGPT Voice: Which AI offers a more natural conversation?
Speaking with an AI chatbot can be a little awkward, but companies like Google and OpenAI are working on fixing that.
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Improve your Roku TV's image quality by changing these settings
Your Roku TV has lots of settings to make the picture quality look more detailed and clearer, but you have to know where to look.
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How to turn your old Windows PC into a Chromebook for free
Don't count your old Windows laptop out yet. Installing ChromeOS Flex is a great option to keep it usable, even if it's not as fast as it once was.
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Why is there a waitlist for Siri AI in iOS 27?
Siri AI brings a lot of improvements, but you might not be able to use it for a while, even with iOS 27 and a compatible device.
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Is there any benefit to keeping your smart TV in standby mode?
A Smart TV doesn't just sit idle when you push the power button on your remote. They're designed to perform a number of important tasks without you realising.
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The benefits of using an E Ink tablet over an iPad
E Ink excels for tasks like reading and note-taking.
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How to manually update Android Auto (and what it might mean if you can't)
The Android Auto app lives in the Play Store, so start there if you want to update.
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What is IMAX Enhanced and do you really need it?
IMAX has a certification for content you view at home as well as in the cinema.
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Stop wasting your Wi-Fi router's USB port — try this instead
If you have a USB port on the back of your router and don't know what to do with it, try some of these straightforward options.
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Ethernet splitter vs switch: What's the difference and how do you use them?
At this point, there are very few situations in which you'll want to use an Ethernet splitter.
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How to use SpaceXAI's Grok Build
You'll want a paid plan if you plan to do much with Grok.
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What is a cold wallet and how does it work?
With cryptocurrency wallets becoming huge targets for hackers, using a cold wallet to protect your private keys has never been more important.
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Are all TVs at risk from burn-in? Here's how to avoid the problem altogether
OLED screens run the biggest risk of burn-in, but with a little common sense you can mitigate the issue.
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The wildest video game budgets can't hold a candle to GTA 6
GTA 6 is thought to be the most expensive entertainment product ever made, eclipsing Hollywood movies and other video games by hundreds of millions of dollars.
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Study finds a 15 percent increase in traffic deaths after major music streaming releases
Drivers may be more distracted on days when a big new album drops.
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