7 Devices You Should Never Plug Into An Extension Cord
Extension cords can be a great way to improve productivity and convenience, but it's important to know the dangers of what not to plug into one.
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Stories By Rob Rich
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What Does MTOW Stand For In Airplanes?
Air travel is loaded with acronyms and abbreviations, but while many of them are common knowledge, a few can be mysterious, like MTOW. Here's what it means.
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What Is A Truck Topper And Is It Different From A Camper Shell?
If you're looking for something to cover your truck bed, you might wonder what the difference is between toppers, camper shells, canopies, or caps.
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How To Customize Google Messages (And Change The Color Of Text Bubbles)
Google Messages has gotten a lot more interesting ever since the introduction of RCS. Here is how to customize your chats with colorful customized chat bubbles.
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The Best Way To Clean A Motorcycle Helmet Visor
A dirty motorcycle helmet visor isn't just unsightly, it's dangerous. Here's how to restore your helmet's visor without doing any permanent damage.
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Niu KQi 100P Review: A Cheaper, Easier, Better Electric Scooter
The Niu KQi 100P takes most other electric scooters on the market today for a ride. It's not the most feature-packed, but it might be the best for the cash.
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Chromebook Touchpad Not Working? Try These Fixes
If you're having issues with your Chromebook touchpad, you're not alone. Fortunately, there are some easy steps you can take to troubleshoot the problem.
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RedMagic Nova Gaming Tablet Review: A Rare Value Proposition In Android
There's no mistaking the looks of the RedMagic Nova Gaming Tablet, but at $499, is it possible that this device is a real competitor for Samsung and Apple?
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Chromebook's Auto-Click Feature: What It's For And How To Turn It On
Chromebook's auto-click feature is basically what the name implies, and this is how you can turn it on.
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What Exactly Is A Rangefinder Camera & How Does One Work?
If you're looking to buy a new camera, you might be curious about rangefinder cameras. Here's what they are, what they do well, and some downsides to them.
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How To Safely Clean Your PlayStation 4 DualShock Controllers
Spend enough time with a PlayStation 4 controller and it's going to get dirty, luckily you can clean it up.
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Eureka's J15 Pro Ultra Robot Vacuum Promises More Power And Smarter Cleaning
Longtime maker of vacuums and other cleaning products, Eureka has unveiled their new smart robot vacuums, boosted by AI and several new features.
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Why Google Is Discontinuing Its Chromecast Devices
According to Google, the reasoning behind Chromecast being retired is a relatively simple one - whether you like it or not.
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How To Start Your PS5 In Safe Mode (And Why You May Need To)
The PS5 has a feature called Safe Mode. Here are the steps for starting your PS5 in Safe Mode, and why you would ever want to start it in that mode.
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Why You Should Never Use WD-40 To Fix A Cracked Phone Screen
WD-40 is a great product for lubricating or protecting things from rusting, but here's why you should never use WD-40 to fix a cracked phone screen.
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4 Uses For The iPhone's Camera App That Have Nothing To Do With Photography
Even though the iPhone Camera App was created primarily for pictures originally, it now has a lot more uses. Here are a few you might have not known.
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What Does Ah Stand For On A Car Battery?
When shopping for a car battery there is a lot of terminology that you need to know, and among those terms is "Ah". Here's what it means and why it's important.
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What Is Screen Tearing And What Causes It?
Screen tearing is an issue that can crop up every now and then when PC gaming, but thankfully, there are plenty of ways to resolve the problem when it happens.
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Computers 101: What Does APU Stand For?
An APU's function is a bit less straightforward than the name implies, unlike that of the GPU or CPU.
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What Causes An Airplane Tire To Explode?
Due to their strict regulations, it's not common for airplane tires to explode, but there are factors that cause this to happen from time to time.
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Can You Play PS2 And PS3 Games On A PS5?
PlayStation 5 might be the pinnacle of Sony's gaming consoles, but what if you want to play older PS2 or PS3 games on the system? Can it be done?
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What Does Your Car's Snowflake Button Do?
If you bought a different vehicle and aren't sure what the snowflake button on your console does, don't worry. We will walk you through how to use it.
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Here's Where The Microphones Are Located On An iPhone
The iPhone has an array of microphones that allow it to capture voice and audio for video recording, but where are they located? Here's what we know.
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Orange Spots On MacBook Screens: Possible Causes & Solutions
If you have a MacBook that's developing orange spots on the display, there are a few potential causes. Here's what they are and what you can do about it.
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Why Are Motorcycles Called 'Hogs' & How Did Harley-Davidson Play A Part In The Slang?
Hog has become a widely accepted slang word for motorcycles. Here's why bikes are called hogs and what Harley-Davidson had to do with this term.
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Is It Legal To Tint Your Car's Headlights And Tail Lights? What The Laws Say
Tinting windows may be legal where you live, but what about head lights and tail lights? The answer is similarly murky, depending on the state you're in.
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The Strangest iPhone App Bans We've Ever Seen
Millions of iPhone apps of have been created over the years, but some have been so odd or risky that they have been banned. Here are five of the strangest.
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