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Happy Monday! In case you missed it over the weekend, Google is fixing a big issue with Gmail, more carriers are getting satellite-powered messaging, and the fastest Mustang in history has entered production.

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Are Social Media Settings Intentionally Confusing? Here’s the Truth

Ah, social media—the place to check in on old friends without the awkward small talk. But have you ever tried changing a privacy setting? It’s like trying to navigate a labyrinth of menus and submenus. What if I told you that this is intentional?

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6 Smart Home Automations That Feel Like Magic

The British science fiction author Arthur C. Clarke famously said that any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic. Go back in time 500 years and show them your smartphone, and you'd probably be burned at the stake for being a witch. Even 100 years ago, the things your phone can do would have blown people's minds.

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You Don’t Need an SD Card to Add Physical Storage to Your Phone

A long time ago, smartphones that looked very different had SD card slots for expanding storage. That feature has long been lost, but it’s still surprisingly easy to use external physical storage with your iPhone or Android phone.

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Google Is Picking a Fight With Steam That It Can’t Win

Google is expanding its Play Games app for PCs to include Android games and games made specifically for PCs. The goal is to compete with well-known platforms like Steam by supporting all native PC games, providing tools for developers to make in-app purchases easier and more secure, and offering up to 15% back on earnings.

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Single-DIN vs. Double-DIN Car Head Units: What’s the Difference?

Whatever the reason, shopping for a new car head unit can quickly introduce you to terms like "single-DIN" and "double-DIN." What do they actually mean? And more importantly, does one offer a better experience than the other?

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Apple Intelligence Is a Bust but It's Had One Major Benefit

Apple has a long history of being late to the party with products or features. When they do arrive, however, they're usually implemented extremely well. Apple didn't make the first MP3 player or the first smartphone, but it introduced excellent versions of both. AI, not so much.

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How Linux Took Over the World (Without Anyone Noticing)

If you're reading this, you're likely using Linux—whether you realize it or not. The website you visited? Hosted on a Linux server. Your Android phone? Powered by the Linux kernel. Even in-flight entertainment systems and everyday devices like smart TVs and Wi-Fi routers run on Linux.

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Do You Think Chromebooks Are Worth It in 2025?

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