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March 18, 2023

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Before humans, avocados were propagated throughout Central and South America by mega fauna (creatures large enough to eat avocados whole and pass the golf ball sized seeds through their digestive tracts unscathed). After the extinction of said mega fauna, the only thing that kept the avocado going was careful human cultivation. We enjoy delicious avocados today because humans, thousands of years ago, did too.

When large-scale flash storage first came to the consumer market as an alternative to conventional hard drives, the biggest concern (aside from price) was longevity. Tech fans had a pretty good idea of the general reliability of hard drives, but solid-state drives (SSDs) were still something of a wild card. Read More »

This book unpacks Microsoft’s bestselling project management platform and walks you through every important feature, step-by-step, until you’re ready to take on virtually any project, no matter the size. By the end of this book, you’ll learn everything you need to know about managing a project in Microsoft’s iconic software. Best of all, it's completely free!
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One of the most annoying things about carrying a phone in your pocket is unwanted phone calls. Whether they’re spam calls or someone you don’t want to talk to anymore, we’ll show you how to block them on Android. Read More »

If your AirPods aren’t working properly or you want to pair them with another device, you may need to reset them. Here’s how to reset AirPods, AirPods Pro, or AirPods Max—and some troubleshooting tips if you have a problem. Read More »

It’s very rare that writing on a tablet can feel as good and fluid as writing with a pen and paper. But, the second-generation Apple Pencil is very close to achieving that feeling, especially with the newer iPad Pro models.

While the price tag of the Apple Pencil can seem off-putting at first glance, this iPad accessory is essential if you’re planning on writing or drawing on your iPad. Just make sure to the right model—9th generation iPad users need to get the first-generation Apple Pencil, while other iPad models are compatible with the second-generation Pencil.

Searching for the perfect USB-C cable to suit your needs and charge all of your devices? You’re in luck! We’ve combed through a bunch of them and have found the best USB-C cables on the market. Read More »

Move over Plex, there’s a new media streaming powerhouse in town. Not only does Jellyfin pack in many of the same features as Plex, but it also doesn’t put any of its features behind a premium upgrade either (and it’s open-source to boot). Read More »

Spotify Wrapped is the big name when it comes to recapping what you’ve been listening to, but it’s not the only option. If you prefer Apple Music, we’ll show you how to use its answer to Wrapped, Apple Music Replay. Read More »

Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman face off for the third time at UFC 286, broadcast from London’s O2 Arena on March 18, 2023, at 5 p.m. ET / 2 p.m. PT. Here’s how and where to stream it live. Read More »

Managing your preferred default application for web browsing, playing videos, or other tasks can be difficult on Windows, especially when Windows itself keeps resetting your options. That might be less of a problem in the future. Read More »

The Chromium-based Edge browser started off as a sleek and fast alternative to Google Chrome, but Microsoft has added more unnecessary features over time. One feature reportedly in development could be the worst example yet: a crypto wallet. Read More »

NVIDIA’s new premium cloud gaming tier, GeForce NOW Ultimate, kicks performance up a notch, ditching its already-acclaimed RTX 3080 supercomputers for RTX 4080. With GeForce NOW Ultimate’s speedy frame rates, stunning graphics, and top-tier performance—the price feels like a steal. Read More »

If you’re looking for alternatives to traditional carriers, Google Fi is probably one of the best options. Google is so confident of it, that it’ll now let you try it out for free. Read More »

Game Pass is Microsoft’s all-you-can-eat gaming subscription which allows you to play over 100 games for a flat fee each month. If you pay for Game Pass you can share it between two consoles, and even play the same game on both at the same time. Read More »

While garages aren’t necessarily known for being “clean”, no one wants to see their garage floor covered in grease and oil stains. But, if you’ve been looking up how to get rid of oil stains and coming up short, you’re not alone. Read More »