What Internet Speeds Do You Really Need?

October 31, 2022

When you experience a problem with your internet connection, your ISP is always there to suggest a costly upgrade. But faster speeds aren’t always useful. And, in fact, you may be paying for an internet plan that’s too fast and too expensive!

So, how fast should your internet be? Check our top story to learn how internet speeds work and why you may want to downgrade your plan.

Other Highlights:

• We found the best clip-on reading lights for late-night bookworms.
• Radio Flyer had to recall its Tesla Cyberquad, a kids toy, after an adult got hurt riding one.
• LEGO discontinues its original robotics platform after a 24-year run.
• … and more!

-Andrew

Businesses thrive by selling people things they don’t need, and if you have an internet connection, there’s a good chance your provider has tried to upsell you a high-tech-sounding package. But is it something that can make a difference in your life, or will you just be wasting money? Read More »

DVDs and Blu-ray discs aren’t useless yet. There’s something nice about owning what you pay for, and Blu-ray quality beats streaming by a long shot. But discs are more inconvenient than ever. If you want the best of both worlds, you’ll need to know how to play, rip, and write DVDs and Blu-ray discs on your computer. Read More »

Whether you’re a natural night owl or have some last-minute tasks to complete, there’s no mistaking the importance of a clip-on reading light. Having the right light can help you tackle your reading, writing, and other detailed tasks while remaining convenient and ready to use at any time. Read More »

At a glance, the Google One service can be a bit confusing. It’s more than just a simple cloud storage plan, as it’s utilized by several of Google’s apps and services. But with just a bit of information, you won’t have any trouble understanding how Google One works or why it’s important. Read More »

Watching horror movies is a fun Autumn activity, and an absolute must for Halloween enthusiasts. We rounded up 31 of the most exciting and outrageous horror movies (with plenty of classics and a few newer picks) to give you something thrilling to watch every day in October. Read More »

Winter is right around the corner, making it more challenging to use your smartphone outdoors. Cloth gloves don’t have the same impact on a smartphone screen as your fingers. Luckily the Glider Gloves are made of a special copper microfiber yarn that allows you to use your phone’s touch screen as if it were your bare finger. So, you can keep your fingers warm, check your email, and much more outdoors during the most wonderful time of the year.

Wordle was just too easy, wasn’t it? You probably left that behind and moved on to Quordle, the true “hard mode” of the word-guessing game format. But now you’re stuck and so close to failing. Don’t worry, we’re here to help with a hint—and if you really need it, today’s Quordle Answers. Read More »

Are you a huge fan of Wordle and absolutely stuck today? Let me guess; you’re hanging out on guess four or five and feeling the pressure. We get it entirely: nothing feels worse than losing your streak. If you’re not ready to outright cheat, we have you covered with hints and today’s Wordle answer. Read More »

After a 24-year run, LEGO MINDSTORMS is discontinued. The revolutionary platform, which allows you to build and control a LEGO robot, will disappear from stores by the end of 2022. Though as BrickSet reports, software support for MINDSTORMS will continue for at least two years. Read More »

Between the new iPhone 14 and Google’s Pixel 7 Pro, Samsung has its work cut out in the camera department. And while we loved the Galaxy S22 Ultra, new reports and rumors suggest the Galaxy S23 could arrive with a significant upgrade in the camera department. Read More »

Radio Flyer has recalled the Tesla Cyberquad for Kids it built in partnership with Tesla for failing to meet safety standards. The company will issue full refunds to any buyers. To make matters worse, it looks like this all happened because an adult crashed one. Read More »

The cost of nearly everything is going up these days. So, it’s unsurprising that Microsoft’s Xbox gaming console will soon see a price hike. However, the software giant is delaying that pain a bit to give customers a chance to get an Xbox at the current price before Christmas. Read More »

Nearly a decade after its launch, the original smartwatch still works with modern phones. A new Pebble app update, the first in four years, introduces several improvements and bug fixes, plus compatibility for 64-bit-only smartphones like the Pixel 7. Read More »

General Motors has officially announced the second battery-related recall on its big Hummer EV truck. After first dealing with high-voltage battery connector issues, GM is concerned that the battery pack may not be adequately sealed, potentially allowing water to get inside. Read More »

Nowadays, it seems like companies are slapping a “smart” label on as many products as possible. It’s a term that sells, so it makes sense. But not every single item in the world needs to have smart functionality to be a great product or better than its competitors. Read More »

If you have a smart TV, you may have found yourself wondering what’s the best way to connect it to a VPN so you can access different Netflix regions, as well as protect your connection. Let’s take a look at your options to stream using a VPN on your smart TV. Read More »

To get a network-wide VPN up and running traditionally, you’ve had to buy a compatible router and flash custom firmware. But with the Aircove, ExpressVPN is ready to go the moment you finish setting up the router. I tested out the device to see if the all-in-one solution is worth your money. Read More »

Whether you’re tired of how little run time your Dyson stick vacuum has, or you’d prefer not to replace a worn-out battery with an expensive proprietary one, here’s a novel solution: use power tool batteries instead. Read More »