Best Weather Apps for iPhone, Mesh Router Tips, & Ubuntu 23.04

April 5, 2023

Did You Know?

The deepest point in all of the Earth’s oceans is the bottom of the Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean. The deepest area within the trench, appropriately named the Challenger Deep, is a staggering 36,037 feet (10,984 meters) below sea level.

Happy Wednesday! Microsoft just released a new Surface Dock that isn’t just for Surface computers, with standard Thunderbolt 4 support. AMD also announced the A620 chipset, which will bring Ryzen 7000-series processors to more affordable desktop PCs.

Finally, the new Outlook for Windows is getting closer to replacing the current app, and it’s looking better than ever.

– Corbin

Whether you’re looking out for rainy days or enjoy a bit of amateur meteorology in your spare time, there are plenty of great weather apps for your iPhone. From free to feature-rich to futuristic, we have some great recommendations to share. Read More »

Do you often feel restless when trying to fall asleep or even have trouble with focusing on the task in front of you? It may be a matter of being overstressed, and Apollo thinks it can help. Be sure to check out our article to learn more about the Apollo wearable and our first look at their product. Read More »

The evolution of modern technology has been great at offering new ways to simplify daily life and make mundane tasks more exciting. Once such act involves your teeth. Enter the smart electric toothbrush, an innovation with the potential to transform how you approach your oral health and hygiene. Read More »

The 21st century favors fast-moving, efficient applications that keep daily workflows moving. In a business setting where signatures are frequent, a service like SIGN.PLUS—which offers fast, secure, and trackable signing—can help minimize the pain points of cumbersome document management. Read More »

Surge protectors and power strips are always useful—but what’s even more useful is an energy-sensing power strip. The Smart Strip isn’t a smart home product, but even without connectivity to the internet and the rest of your home, it can help you save on energy usage.

You can learn more about how energy-sensing strips work in our article about them, but when set up correctly, one can go a long way to helping you conserve energy usage. What’s not to love?

T-Mobile has been building up its 5G-powered home internet service for a few years, and in many areas, it’s a viable alternative to traditional home internet. T-Mobile now appears to be working on actual wired home internet, too. Read More »

Want to make your Xbox Series X or Series S gaming experience better? It’s time to pick up some accessories. A new headset, an extra controller, and more storage space for your favorite games can go a long way. Read More »

eReaders come in many shapes and forms, and if you want an alternative to the old, reliable Kindle, there are plenty of options out there. Rakuten Kobo is one of the most popular brands, and it just released a new model: the Elipsa 2E. Read More »

Most web browsers have a built-in “Reader Mode” that converts web pages into a more reader-friendly view. Strangely, Google Chrome does not have this feature—unless you know how to find it. We’ll show you where it is. Read More »

External docks have been a key component of Microsoft’s Surface laptops and tablets, using a proprietary connector. That strategy is finally changing for the better, starting with the new Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock. Read More »

A great keyboard is important for PC gaming. Speed, stability, and build quality are all huge factors. But with so many styles available on the market today, it’s hard to tell which keyboards are the best for you. We help narrow it down. Read More »

Canonical’s latest release of its Ubuntu Linux desktop is so close we can hear its claws clacking. So that you know what to expect when it arrives on April 20, 2023, we gave the Lunar Lobster the once over. Read More »

Thanks to amazing tools such as ChatGPT, there is now a flood of well-written, functional, and useful writing to compete with if you’re a human writer. This means your writing needs to differentiate itself from this new breed of content. Here’s how to do just that. Read More »

You bought a mesh system to improve your home’s Wi-Fi situation, so let’s make sure the router and nodes are positioned optimally to give you the best experience. Here’s how to place your mesh nodes for the best speeds and coverage. Read More »

KeePassXC is an open-source, free password manager that takes the ball from older, similarly named software and runs with it. It’s praised across many online forums, but how good is it really? Can it stand up to the competition? Read More »

There’s no shortage of misconceptions in the world, but there’s one common myth that I’m particularly passionate about debunking. What is it, you ask? It’s the idea that LEGO sets are only for kids. Read More »

Traeger is synonymous with wood pellet grilling. But instead of getting bogged down with prior expectations, its new propane-fueled Flatrock flat-top grill attempts to add a missing piece to its cooking arsenal. Read More »

Putting orange juice in your coffee sounds like something you might do before you’ve actually had any caffeine. But, people are doing it—on purpose. But why? Read More »

Are you someone who loves the idea of being a plant parent but can’t seem to keep them alive? You’re not alone. Caring for houseplants takes a lot more work than many people realize, but it’s much easier when you know what you’re doing. Here are a few things every novice (and expert) plant owner should know about how to care for houseplants. Read More »

The only thing better than sitting down with a good book is relaxing with an entire library on a single device. That’s the beauty of the Kindle. However, all good things come to an end, which means you’ll eventually need a new eReader. With this in mind, how do you know when it’s time to replace your Kindle? Read More »

You’re hoping for your luck to turn, waiting for something good to happen, or you’re taking a chance on something and hoping it pays off. What do you do every time? If you cross your fingers, you’re definitely not alone. It might be a silly gesture, but many people do it for luck. Read More »

AMD’s Ryzen 7000 processors are great, but they require new motherboards compared to older CPUs, which is another expense for upgrading. The cheapest B650 motherboards can go as low as $200. If you don’t need all the bells and whistles, the new A620 motherboards are AMD’s newest budget option. Read More »

Microsoft has been testing a completely new Outlook mail client for Windows over the past year, but it’s still missing features compared to the existing app. The latest round of improvements is closing the gap, though. Read More »

Nobody likes wasting money, and it’s easy to ignore your home’s Wi-Fi router right up until it dies of old age. But there are many good reasons you should upgrade your router before then. Let’s look at them and how often you should be upgrading. Read More »