Osobystist/Getty Images The push to stuff more and more technology into a smartphone chassis has resulted in repairability taking a backseat. While there have been some efforts to make smartphones more repairable in recent years, the situation hasn’t meaningfully improved. So, if you’re someone who likes to spend their money on sustainable technology, it can…

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Despite their improvements, it’s hard to deny that slab phones can feel a bit boring. Every year, you get the same glass-and-metal sandwich with different internals, but in a brand-new color. Maybe that’s why, when Samsung took the stage to announce the first Galaxy Fold…

Nguyenducquang/Getty Images If your smartphone has started taking a hot minute to load apps or click a photo, you might already be thinking about upgrading to something new. Yes, the phone might be slower, and the battery might be draining quickly, but that doesn’t mean you need to trade it in if you still think…

New Africa/Shutterstock Many tech devices and appliances in the home constantly draw power because they remain plugged in, from your refrigerator to your washer and dryer, and yes, your smart TV. None of these are products you’d typically unplug, the first two for obvious reasons. But you might wonder if there’s value in unplugging your…

The mighty Steam Deck, despite getting up there in years and alternative PC handhelds overtaking it in performance, still sits atop the pile. That’s even with it featuring a highly customized version of Linux, which you might never really interact with. What makes the Steam Deck so resilient as the years go on is its…

Jeesoen/Getty Images You can do some incredible things with the Raspberry Pi. There are some quick and easy projects for novice users, such as creating an HTPC, building smart home devices like smart photo frames, and setting up your own web server. You can also go the more conventional route and build a mini PC, even one…

Andrei Nasonov/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When the weather’s great and the sun comes out, you’ll want to spend your time relaxing by the pool or at the beach. And for maximum enjoyment, you’ll need a Bluetooth party speaker to pump out the tunes. But not all speakers…

Universal Pictures Steven Spielberg’s classic sci-fi fantasy “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” (which was banned in Scandinavia), has served as inspiration for many movies and TV shows that came after, from “Stand by Me” to “The Iron Giant” to “Super 8,” and of course, “Stranger Things.” It was a major influence on the genre, but fans may…

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Most people already know that the Amazon Kindle is one of the most convenient ways to read, even if you prefer physical books, but the general reading experience can feel a bit generic when limited to basic accessories found in stores or when just holding the tablet…