💰 Why I Never Buy Cutting-Edge Phones or PCs — All Phones Should Have Two USB-C Ports

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Why I Never Buy Cutting-Edge Smartphones or PCs

Chasing the latest tech feels like a never-ending sprint on a digital treadmill. But what if the smartest move is stepping off and still enjoying the overall benefits? As someone who has to evaluate technology for a living, here’s how I decide which gadgets to buy and why I avoid cutting-edge devices.

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3 Reasons All Phones Should Have Two USB-C Ports

Ever since mainstream smartphones got rid of the headphone jack, I can't stop thinking about how cool it would have been if they'd just replaced it with a second USB-C port. Some new handhelds, like the ASUS ROG Ally X, have been upgraded to two USB-C ports, and phones should follow suit.

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Why PC Gamers Find It So Hard To Let Go of Windows 10

Microsoft's support for Windows 10 is ending soon, but so many gamers have avoided upgrading to Windows 11. What makes Windows 10 such a great operating system for gamers? What do we like about it so much? And what would it take to get us to switch to Windows 11?

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Avoid Connection Errors in Bash Scripts By Verifying URLs: Here's How

When you’re coding, assumption is the enemy of robustness. Check web addresses before you use them to verify they’re correctly formed and online. These techniques check URLs and gracefully handle error conditions.

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Why Are AI Song Covers So Popular on YouTube?

AI-generated song covers are everywhere on YouTube, with many of them registering millions of views. But why exactly are they so popular? I did some digging and here’s what I found out.

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7 Ways to Save Data on Your Android Phone

If you’re on a limited mobile data plan, it makes sense to conserve data usage on your phone. As an Android user, you have various ways to save data on your device. I’ll show you how to make a few setting tweaks to changing app options to conserve data usage.

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The 10 Greatest Nokia Symbian Phones in History

Nokia’s S60 Symbian phone series has a special place in my heart. The Nokia 6600 introduced me to the world of smartphones and fostered my curiosity about smartphones, hardware, and technology. Below are my top 10 favorite Nokia Symbian phones!

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Question of the Day

Do You Use an Amazon Alternative?

Like most things, Amazon Prime keeps getting more expensive. In 2024, a Prime membership is $139 per year or $15 per month. As prices slowly go up, people start looking for alternatives. For example, I use Chewy for pet stuff, Target, occasionally Walmart+, or go shopping in person. You may even notice that you spend less in person and don't buy as much junk. Do you still use Amazon Prime, or did you find an alternative?

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