Starlink Vs. Viasat: Is There A Starlink Alternative Worth Using?
SpaceX's Starlink has been making waves with its satellite internet service, but its competitor Viasat may be a better option for your needs.
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Meta Might Be Scanning Your Photos Without You Knowing: Here's How To Stop It
AI seems to be popping up in every corner of the internet, and Meta could be using your photos and data to train its own AI. Here's how to stop them.
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Is Your Smart TV Too Slow? Here's How To Fix It
Smart TVs tend to get slow over time, especially if you have lots of apps and streaming services installed on them. Thankfully, the fix is rather simple.
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How To Change Your Apple CarPlay Background
Bored of seeing the same old background on CarPlay every time you step into your car? Here's how you can change the wallpaper on CarPlay with a few taps.
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How Much Energy Does Google Gemini Actually Use Per Prompt?
As climate change impacts our planet, there is growing concern about the boom of AI tech, including Google's Gemini, the company's virtual assistant.
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Is YouTube TV Actually Worth It? Here's Why You Might Want To Avoid It In 2025
The streaming and live TV giant offers more channels than anyone else, but with changes in its offerings and high rates, is it still the best solution?
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Digitally Mapping Mars Has Never Been Easier With This Rendering Technique
Navigating rovers on Mars is exceptionally difficult because GPS isn't a possibility, but this new technique will make it significantly easier.
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How To Enable Windows' Hidden Ultimate Performance Power Plan
Typically, you'd assume that the power your computer has is the level you're stuck with, but Windows 10 and 11 have options to give your tasks a little boost.
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How To Fix Gmail When It's Not Working On Android
It can be infuriating when the Gmail app stops working on your Android phone. Luckily, here are some quick fixes to get the app up and running.
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This Distant Black Hole Looks Like The Eye Of Sauron From Lord Of The Rings
It's not every day the sci-fi and fantasy genres meet, nor does real scientific research often resemble fantasy fiction, but that's exactly the case here.
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Why GM Canceled Its Driverless Robotaxi Program Cruise
GM officially pulled the plug on its driverless robotaxi program due to a number of factors, but continues to work on other driver-assisted technologies.
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The Scientific Reason Microwaving Metal Is A Problem
Have you ever thought of what happens when you microwave metal? If you're planning to try it at home, here's the scientific reason why you shouldn't.
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What Would Happen If We Got Rid Of Daylight Savings Time?
Many people complain about Daylight Savings Time when they lose an hour of sleep, but what would actually happen if we eliminated DST?
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Trying To Transfer Your Phone Number From Verizon? Here's What You Need To Do
If you’ve outgrown your Verizon plan but want to keep your phone number, there are a few easy steps to transfer your information quickly and easily.
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Your Fire Stick Remote Can Control Your TV's Volume – Here's How To Pair It
Controlling your TV's volume with your Fire Stick remote can make your life a lot easier. We'll explain how to pair it and eliminate the need for a TV remote.
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Is There A Sixth Mass Extinction Event On Earth? Here's What Scientists Have To Say
Mass extinction events often result in the majority of species on earth disappearing. Is the planet in the throes of another event, according to scientists?
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Canadian Wildfires Have A Big Impact On The US. Here's How
Canada might feel like it's worlds away from most regions of the United States, but northern wildfires can have an enormous and far-reaching impact.
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This One Fossil Changed How Scientists Model The Evolution Of Fish
A new fossil study by scientists challenges long-held ideas of fish evolution, revealing surprising insights into early vertebrates and human origins.
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Is The Starlink Mini Worth It? Here's What Users Say
The Starlink Mini is basically a tiny, portable satellite dish that connects to the internet so you can access the web on your smartphone, laptop, TV, and more.
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The Science Behind Polarized Sunglasses, And Why They Actually Work
Polarized sunglasses are an absolute godsend for your eyes on hot summer days. But have you ever wondered how they work? Here's the science behind them.
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How Big The Largest Fire In France's Recent History Really Was
A fire in France's Corbieres region set acres of vineyards ablaze, but it also set some dark records in the process, causing immense damage in its wake.
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How To Open AI Files Without Adobe Illustrator
You don't need an expensive Adobe subscription to open Illustrator files. Here's are three free or low-cost alternative ways to open AI files.
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Why NASA Ended The Lunar Trailblazer Mission
Space exploration is a risky endeavor, and unfortunately not all of the missions sent up will be successful, such was the fate of Lunar Trailblazer.
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ChatGPT-5 Plus Vs. Free Features - Is The Subscription Still Worth It?
ChatGPT's newest upgrade comes with more features for both the free and paid versions. Here's why you may not need to pay for a subscription anymore.
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Scientists Believe Greenland May Be Hiding A Secret Lake Under The Ice
In the midst of climate change, few places are more dynamic than Greenland, but a previously unknown lake has been making bigger changes than expected.
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How To Password Protect Your Android Apps (And Why You Might Want To)
Your apps contain a whole lot of data that you might want to keep private. Fortunately, you can lock them up behind a secure password.
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Why The Dream Chaser Space Plane Keeps Getting Delayed
The Dream Chaser space plane has been in development since 2004, leaving many to wonder if it will ever take off. But launch delays are for the right reasons.
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