7 Useful Features Your Car's Key Fob Might Have (And How To Check)
Most drivers only use their key fob to lock and unlock doors. There’s a lot more it can do, and some of these features are genuinely practical.
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Stories By Gozie Ibekwe
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Buying A Used iPad? Here Are 3 Pros & 2 Cons
A used iPad can save money and perform well, but there are risks to consider. Learn how to evaluate condition, battery health, and software support before buying.
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The Most Dependable Cars You Can Buy (According To JD Power's 2026 Study)
Buying a new car is a huge investment, so of course you want to get a vehicle you can rely on for years and years.
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5 Ryobi Tools That Make Their Smallest 18V Batteries Seem Practical
Lots of Ryobi toolkits come with these tiny 1.5 Ah batteries, but are they any good? Yes, if you're using the right tools.
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12 Cool Kitchen Gadgets That Can Save You Time And Energy
Cooking can be stressful and time consuming if you don't have much practice, but these little accessories can make all sorts of kitchen pain points go away.
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7 Smart Gadgets To Help Upgrade Your Bathroom
It often loses out to other rooms in the house regarding smart home and high-tech upgrades, but there are lots of ways to bring sophistication to the bathroom.
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7 Helpful, Unexpected Uses For A Hot Glue Gun Around Your Home
The hot glue gun is well known for its many uses in the arts and crafts space, but did you know it also has quite a few DIY applications as well?
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12 Of The Cheapest New Cars You Can Buy In 2026
There's no getting around it: new cars these days are downright expensive, even at the bottom end of the market. So, what does "cheap" look like right now?
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The Pros And Cons Of Using A Smart Garage Door Opener
Using a smart garage door opener can bring the convenience of remote control to more people, at much longer distances, but it's not without complication.
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You May Want To Steer Clear Of These Cars Consumer Reports Says Are Unreliable
While lots of different factors can play a role in your decision to buy a car, how reliable it is should probably be near the top of your priorities list.
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5 Countries Where Manual Transmissions Still Rule The Roads
While the humble stick shift might not be as common in the U.S. as it used to be, manual transmission vehicles are very much alive and well in other countries.
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5 Additives That Can Actually Increase Your Engine's Performance & Lifespan
Let's face it, most engine additives don't really improve performances. If you want to try one that does, here's what you should pick.
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9 Projects To Upgrade Your Workshop Without A Major Renovation
Tackling a project in a lackluster workshop can be frustrating. However, you can easily upgrade your workshop without having to renovate the entire space.
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5 Simple Tips To Help Keep Your Lawn Mower Tires From Going Flat
Mowing the lawn can be a real drag, and finding out your mower has a flat when you finally work up the energy to do the job can make it that much worse.
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16 Car Accessories You Should Never Use, And Why
There are several car accessories on the market that can add convenience and comfort to your car, but there are some you should steer clear of.
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5 Car Features Almost No One Actually Uses
On-board automobile tech has been developing incredibly quickly, but just because a feature is new and expensive, it doesn't mean it's worth using.
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5 Things You Need To Stop Doing If You Drive A Luxury Car
We get it, your luxury car took a decade of savings to pay for, and you want to show it to the world. Just make sure you're still following driving etiquette.
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14 Of The Coolest Pieces Of Tech We've Sent To Space
Space exploration requires cutting-edge technology for success. Some of the coolest tech ever has traveled with humanity into orbit and beyond.
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5 Car Etiquette Rules That Passengers Break All The Time
A car ride can turn stressful fast when passengers forget basic habits of respect and safety. Learn what drivers wish every rider understood.
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The Top Tech Trends We Expect To See In 2026
AI is changing everything, but what's next? We predict the massive tech trends for 2026, from agentic AI's rise to the new push for digital privacy and sustainable tech.
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7 Of The Most Comfortable Cars You Can Buy, According To Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports says these seven cars are some of the most comfortable ones on the market. What makes these vehicles such clear stand-outs from the rest?
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15 Annoying Car Myths That Simply Refuse To Die
We separate fact from fiction on engine oil, premium gas, AWD, idling, air conditioning, and more to keep your driving knowledge up to date.
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5 Of The Best SUVs Under $30,000, According To JD Power
Decent cars may seem out of reach in today's pricy market, but if you're willing to make some trade-offs, these SUVs offer performance, features, and comfort.
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5 Reasons Why You Should Not Switch To An AI Browser
As much of a growing influence as AI has had on our daily lives, there are plenty of reasons to hold off on switching to an AI browser.
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Ranked: US States With The Highest Car Insurance Rates
Car insurance is mandatory in almost every U.S. state, but that doesn't mean it's reasonably priced everywhere. These states, in particular, are really pricey.
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5 Essential Vibe Coding Tips For Newbies
Vibe coding can make you a more efficient programmer, but like most tools, you need to learn how to use it before you can reap the benefits.
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Android Users Split Over Lack Of USB Cord With New Phone. Half Of Them Are Right
Smartphone manufacturers eliminating USB cords with packaging is nothing new. So what is the consumer upside? SlashGear's Gozie Ibekwe examines.
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