📑 Microsoft Word Helps Me Overcome Writer's Block — VR Mods That'll Make You Want a Headset

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How Microsoft Word Helps Me Overcome Writer's Block

Staring at the screen for half an hour and only managing to write a single line used to be frustrating. After years of writing, I’ve found some ways to push past this invisible barrier when writing in Microsoft Word. Here are a few tips to overcome writer’s block.

These 10 VR Mods Will Make You Want A Headset

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Some games get official VR add-ons or re-releases, while others remain "pancake" games that are stuck in 2D. Fortunately, the PC's modding community isn't known to let an opportunity pass. Here are 10 games that have been modded to take advantage of a VR headset.

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How to Check Your iPhone's Battery Health

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Is your iPhone battery not holding up like it used to? Low battery health may signal that it's time to replace the battery or even purchase a new device. Here's how to check.

PS1-Era Horror Games Still Look Great Today, Here's Why

The original PlayStation is almost 30 years old, but many horror games from the era have aged surprisingly well. Whereas most other genres were grappling with the growing pains of 3D visuals, horror games effectively brought their terrifying worlds to life with one visual trick.

Cyber Hygiene 101: Simple Habits for a Safer Digital Life

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We're constantly sharing information, from work emails to social media updates and online shopping. But how often do you think about the security of your digital life? That’s where cyber hygiene comes in. Like washing your hands, practicing cyber hygiene can keep you safe.

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You’ll Love How Bright and Vibrant This Mini-LED TV Is

Hisense already makes some of the best affordable TVs, and when a new model comes along, we're always excited to buy one. These TVs are bright, packed with features, and deliver solid value. After spending a month with the Hisense 65-inch U7N Mini-LED TV, here's my full review.

These New iOS 18 Shortcuts Actions Changed the Way I Use My iPhone

iOS 18 brings a smattering of new and updated features to your iPhone, along with fresh ways to change the way your phone looks. But there is more to the update than meets the eye. One app that has seen the introduction of some exciting additions is workflow tool Shortcuts.

Question of the Day

Do You Ever Use Siri or Have You Given Up on It?

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Apple's virtual assistant, Siri, has been around since the iPhone 4S launched in 2010. It's received many improvements over the years, but it still leaves a lot of us frustrated, unanswered, or misunderstood due to its limited capabilities. Do you ever use Siri or have you given up on it?

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