There is no best laptop for mining Cryptocurrency, Windows 11 shame, EV charging, and more

February 23, 2022

Chances are, you’ve heard about Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in the past few years, and you’ve probably also heard about cryptocurrency mining. Where people help create new coins or verify transactions to earn crypto coins. And while most miners use high-end dedicated machines with dozens of graphics cards, we see a lot of inquiries about mining crypto on a laptop.

What’s the best laptop for mining cryptocurrency? Well, there isn’t one. We explain why and what you need to know in our top story.

Other Highlights:

• Sony gave us our first official look at the PlayStation VR2 and Sense controllers, and it looks great.
• Apparently, Microsoft might label “unsupported” Windows 11 machines with a watermark.
• The OnePlus 10 Pro is a nice phone but snapped in half during a bend/torture test.
• …and more!

-Cory

Cryptocurrency is a popular topic these days, especially when it comes to mining crypto. Unfortunately, if you’re looking for the best laptop for mining cryptocurrency, we’re here to tell you there isn’t one. Read More »

YouTube is a great place to learn the basics of woodworking, and you can even find step-by-step videos that’ll help you build a project in a weekend. But if your skills are growing, you might not want teaching-focused videos anymore. Sometimes, it’s enjoyable to see the process of building something, even if you’ll never build that something. Here are four YouTube channels that shut up and get to work. Read More »

The February Pixel 6 update finally proves that Google can deliver important bug fixes on schedule. Unfortunately, it conforms to the whack-a-mole trend of all Pixel 6 updates—Google managed to squash some bugs, but it also introduced a new bug to the troubled phone. Read More »

As more electric vehicles hit the street, a big concern for potential buyers is charging. Thankfully, a common trend is car brands offering “free” EV charging. This week, Kia and Electrify America have announced a promo that gives EV6 buyers free charging for up to three years, but there’s a big catch. Read More »

Eve is one of the few smart home brands to take advantage of Thread, a standard that increases smart home speed and wireless range. And now, Eve’s affordable second-gen Water Guard leak detector offers the same Thread support as the company’s smart blinds and smart plugs. Read More »

Have a TV you’ve been wanting to mount? This articulating VESA mount makes the process easy. This suitable for most 26-55-inch TVs up to 77 pounds, and can attach to a single stud. It comes with all of the included hardware you’ll need for installation, adding them to pre-labeled bags to make things less confusing. The mount has a full range of motion, allowing you to tilt between -5 and 15 degrees, swivel left and right, extend out to 16.7 inches, and retract back to just 2.7 inches. With the mount, you can set the mount either flush against a wall or rotate it a bit so it’s in the corner if that’s your preference.

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Samsung is getting ready to launch several budget-friendly Galaxy A-series phones, as it does every year. And with the expensive new Galaxy S22 Ultra here, these budget phones could arrive right on time. One, in particular, is the new Galaxy A23 that leaked earlier this month, suggesting it’ll feature a familiar design at a wallet-friendly price. Read More »

Following its debut at CES 2022, the $200 TCL 30 XE 5G will launch at T-Mobile and Metro on February 25th. It’s an impressive device for the price, packing a big 90Hz display, 5G support, and a large battery. Read More »

Trump Media and Technology Group just announced TRUTH Social, a rival platform to Twitter, Facebook, and all of the other Big Tech giants. But like other specialized social media platforms, TRUTH will be a target for hackers, and it could leave your private info exposed. We’re not just speculating here—TRUTH Social has already been compromised, and it’s not even out yet! Read More »

Due to customer backlash, Microsoft now lets you install Windows 11 on “unsupported” PCs that fall short of the operating system’s confusing hardware requirements.  But running Windows 11 on an “unsupported” machine comes with several downsides, including a lack of automatic updates. And now, your “unsupported” machine might shame you for running Windows 11. Read More »

Sony officially announced the PlayStation VR2 (PSVR2) back in January, but we didn’t get a detailed look at the virtual reality headset until now. This week, the company shared the first images of the finished headset and updated visuals for the VR2 Sense controllers. Read More »

For whatever reason, the OnePlus 10 Pro launched exclusively in China and still isn’t slated for a global release. But maybe we should be thankful for the wait. A new durability test by JerryRigEverything shows that the OnePlus 10 Pro is … uh, foldable? Read More »

You’ve probably heard of the Raspberry Pi—a series of low-cost computers popular with hobbyists. But why is it called that, and does it have anything to do with food? We’ll explore the history behind the name. Read More »

You’d probably be nervous walking around with $1,000 in your pocket, but that’s what many of us do every day with smartphones. It’s a good idea to be prepared if someone decides your Android phone is ripe for stealing. Read More »

Wireless charging is a popular way to charge smartphones and other mobile devices, and for good reason—they’re easy and convenient to use. With so many options out there, though, we’ve picked out the best ones to buy in 2022. Read More »

Getting into all the cracks and crevices when you’re cleaning can be a real pain. Thankfully, when it comes to your toilet, there’s a TikTok hack to ensure it’s spotless. Read More »