Windows 11 vs. Windows 10: Should You Upgrade to Windows 11?

February 2, 2023

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Weather forecasts in the U.S. (and many other areas of the world) use Probability of Precipitation to forecast rain; the percent (i.e. 40%) indicates the probability that rain will occur at any given point within the geographic region the forecast covers and not the absolute probability of rainfall for the entire region.

Happy Thursday! LibreOffice, the free alternative to Microsoft Office, just got a big update. Meanwhile, Gmail is rolling out a new package tracking feature, and Acer has introduced a series of affordable Chromebooks aimed at school and work use.

– Corbin

Microsoft released Windows 11 back in October 2021. Unlike the big Windows 10 upgrade offer that felt impossible to avoid, Microsoft has been much more selective about which PCs get Windows 11 this time around. So is Windows 11 any good, and is the upgrade worth it? Read More »

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AMD took to CES 2023 to announce variants of its current Ryzen 7000 CPUs, based on the Zen 4 architecture, using the company’s excellent 3D V-Cache technology. Now that we know how they’ll be priced, though, we don’t think anyone should buy the regular, non-3D variants over these. Read More »

Part of owning a smartphone is dealing with occasional bugs, and Android is no exception. One of the easiest fixes for nagging problems is a factory reset. We’ll show you how to factory reset Android in a few different scenarios. Read More »

It’s not good to place your monitors on your computer desk. Unless your desk has a lifted area to set the monitor, it’ll be too low and cause you to hunch over to see the screen, ruining your posture. Even if you have a lifted area, it might be too short for your height.

The best solution? An adjustable monitor stand, like this Amazon Basics stand. It’s simple, can adjust up to nearly five inches tall, and can easily hold the weight of most normal-sized computer monitors. It’s simple, effective, and only $17.

Combine the thrills of immersive gaming with the practicality of a traveling workstation with the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 Gaming Laptop. On sale for $999.99 ($400 off) through February 5–the best price since its release–the G14 may be built to game, but its reliable performance and long-lasting battery are sure to appeal to telecommuters and frequent travelers. Read More »

Keychron is best known for its customizable mechanical keyboards, but the company has been slowly expanding to other products. The company has revealed its first wireless mouse, and it looks promising for the asking price of $49. Read More »

Windows 11 brought back widgets to the PC, but keeping them in a panel accessible from the taskbar instead of the desktop. Even more widgets are now on the way. Read More »

Samsung unveiled the new Galaxy S23 range in February 2023, with the Galaxy S23 Ultra being the most premium phone in the lineup. However, it has received criticism because, well, it basically looks like a Galaxy S22 Ultra. If you ask me, though, that’s a good thing. Here’s why. Read More »

Few people bother to buy dedicated sound cards these days, more than happy to use the sound hardware built into their motherboard or laptop computer. However, if you’ve only used integrated onboard sound, you may be missing out on audio nirvana. Read More »

LibreOffice is a popular open-source office suite, with applications that can serve as replacements for Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Now there’s a new update with design changes and a few new features. Read More »

From blockbusters to low-budget productions, from Hollywood movies to foreign films, Netflix has something for every kind of action junkie. Here are 10 good action and adventure movies you can stream right now on Netflix. Read More »

A good smart speaker does more than pump out impressive tunes, as it often serves as the centerpiece for a connected smart home.  Here are the seven smart speakers for every budget, ecosystem, and audiophile. Read More »

PC gaming isn’t just about using a mouse and keyboard: It’s about choice. Some games are just better with a controller in your hands, especially with so many console games launching on PC. But not all controllers are equal. Read More »

Acer has been making Chromebooks for a while, but most of them don’t really stand out from the crowd. The company’s latest models aren’t much different, but they are definitely affordable. Read More »

How many times have you beelined to the kitchen in a groggy haze for your morning cup of coffee? Same! While it might be the first thing you reach for in the morning, a toothbrush shouldn’t be the second. Read More »

With the most romantic day of the year just around the corner, you might be trying to find the perfect gift for that special someone in your life. While flowers and chocolates are nice, they aren’t always the most personal gifts. If you want to let your geek flag fly this year, we’ve found some Valentine’s Day gifts to help. Read More »

Sometimes there just aren’t enough power outlets to go around. From microwaves to toasters, there’s a lot to plug in! But if you’re currently using a power strip for extra plugs and your coffee maker is in one of them, you’ll want to shift things around. Read More »

There’s an old adage that too much stress will lead to gray hair. Let’s be real, stress doesn’t exactly have good effects on our bodies, so why shouldn’t this be true? But when it comes to science, can stress turn hair gray faster or is this just a popular myth? Read More »

Edifier has made a name for itself in the competitive consumer audio market by serving up good sound and features at great prices. The new WH950NB wireless headphones are another solid option, offering noise canceling, plenty of features, and relatively satisfying audio quality for well under $200. Read More »

In some states, spotting a black squirrel is a common occurrence. These black squirrels aren’t a species all their own, though; they may be either a fox squirrel or a gray squirrel. Read More »

If you’ve got vienna sausages in your cabinets, you might want to wait a second before eating them. There’s been a recall of two million pounds of canned meat, and these tiny little sausages are a major part of it. Read More »

Cats might not have the same reputation for noise-making that, say, dogs do, but they’re definitely far from silent. Given how complicated cats are as creatures, though, if you’ve ever wondered exactly why cats meow, you probably won’t be surprised to find that the answer isn’t a simple one. Read More »

Following in the steps of the iPhone, Google added gesture-based navigation to Android in 2018. It’s been a while since then, yet many people still cling to the old three-button navigation system. Allow me to make the case for gestures. Read More »

The Samsung Galaxy S23 series is here. As expected, the company boasted about upgrades, but the phones look almost identical to last year’s Galaxy S22 series. However, Samsung has done just enough to make sure your old cases won’t fit. Read More »

It’s easy to find the perfect earbuds if you’re comfortable spending a few hundred dollars, but what if you’re on a budget? The EarFun Air Pro 3 are true wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation, great battery life, and quality sound, all for well under $100. Read More »

Package tracking can come in handy, but unless you use a third-party app, it usually requires checking the carrier’s tracking page yourself. Now, Gmail wants to show you the current location of your stuff right from your inbox. Read More »

Netflix has been testing limitations on shared accounts in some countries for a while now. The new account blocking measures will roll out to North America soon, and now we know how they will work. Read More »

If you’re looking to save some money, don’t enjoy the price hikes, or no longer enjoy the shows and movies offered by the streaming service, it’s time to cancel your Netflix subscription. Thankfully, it’s easy to do, even if you subscribe through T-Mobile. Read More »

If you’re a fan of leaving a TV on for background noise (or trying to convince someone not to), you might be curious about how much an always-on TV contributes to your electric bill. Read More »

Samsung sells a lot of laptops, but the Galaxy Book lineup is the company’s premium lineup. Alongside the Galaxy S23 and S23 Ultra, Samsung revealed the Galaxy Book 3 series, with a bunch of models to choose from. Read More »

The Samsung Galaxy S22 phones were probably the best Android smartphones of 2022. But it’s a new year, and they’re now due for a refresh. Alongside the Galaxy S23 Ultra, Samsung has just announced the Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus, both of which are packed to the brim with improvements. Read More »

After Samsung killed off the Galaxy Note series, its design and signature stylus were merged into last year’s Galaxy S22 Ultra. It was one of the best Android phones of 2022, and now the 2023 model has arrived as the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Read More »

The Samsung Galaxy S23 series was just revealed, and all three models are powered by the same chipset: the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy. But what is it, and how is it different from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in other phones and tablets? Read More »

Welcome to the first day of February 2023! This week, we’re kicking things off with a huge heap of discounts, many of which include the absolute lowest prices we’ve ever seen on the newest iPad Air, ultra-fast WD_BLACK internal gaming SSDs, and plenty more. Read More »