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I like my smartphones bright – here’s what you need to know about phone brightness
Summary Phone brightness is rated in nits, and you should always aim for a phone with at least 2,000 nits of peak brightness. OLED displays can sometimes get away with lower nits thanks to their increased contrast, but LCDs tend to have better outdoor visibility. Never use max brightness on your phone unless you need…
These are the five best budget 3D printer deals for Amazon Prime Day — here’s a guide to the best 3D printers for beginners
We’ve scoured Amazon to find you the best budget 3D printers available during Prime Day 2025, which I’ve compiled into a guide for you below, along with a breakdown of each printer’s strengths and weaknesses based on our expansive library of 3D printer reviews and in-depth testing. Right now in my office I have two…
Don’t Choose the Wrong Web Team — Here’s Why It Matters — SitePoint
Investing in a new website or digital platform is pivotal for any business. Whether you’re launching a startup, rebuilding a legacy site, or extending your reach with a new ecommerce store, the team you choose to bring your vision to life can make or break the outcome. In the best-case scenario, a great web team…
I bought a cheap laptop. Here’s why I regret it
Summary Opting for a cheaper laptop led to poor battery life, touchpad faults, and slow performance. Upfront savings on a laptop may lead to unexpected expenses down the line. The experience of investing in a quality laptop outweighs the initial cost concerns. A few years ago, I was pushed to make a decision in the…
Apple should make a new iPhone mini, and here’s how I want it to look
Summary Silicon-carbon tech enables more space-efficient batteries, which could solve the biggest complaint about mini models. A new mini would also benefit from more power-efficient chip designs and dynamic display technology. Nevertheless, Apple might not be able to find room for a new mini in its lineup unless it makes it a foldable. Something I…
I tried using the Legion Go S handheld as my work PC – here’s what happened next!
Let me preface this by saying that I’m not particularly familiar with Linux. I cut my teeth working on IBM PC-DOS as a pre-teen, then moved on to Windows 3.11, and through every iteration of Windows from that point to the modern era (apart from Windows ME). Likewise, I’ve been a regular Mac user since…
I’ve been using an OLED monitor for 2656 hours, and I’m not scared of burn-in: Here’s why
The OLED market has matured. Every device I touch, whether it’s my Steam Deck, TV, or laptop screen, uses an OLED panel. However, the last item I added to the OLED repertoire was the LG 32GS95UE-B, which I started using full-time in October 2024. But, there’s a good reason why a monitor was the last…
See What AI Sees: AI Mode Killed the Old SEO Playbook — Here’s the New One
This post was sponsored by MarketBrew. The opinions expressed in this article are the sponsor’s own. Is Google using AI to censor thousands of independent websites? Wondering why your traffic has suddenly dropped, even though you’re doing SEO properly? Between letters to the FTC describing a systematic dismantling of the open web by Google to…
Nintendo Switch 2 launches on Thursday, here’s everything you need to know
With the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct showcase behind us, we now know more about the console than ever before, including its release date (June 5) and price ($450). We’re also keeping a close eye on how the recently-announced tariffs in the United States are affecting Nintendo’s launch plans. Pre-orders in the US and Canada kicked…
From LLMs to hallucinations, here’s a simple guide to common AI terms | TechCrunch
Artificial intelligence is a deep and convoluted world. The scientists who work in this field often rely on jargon and lingo to explain what they’re working on. As a result, we frequently have to use those technical terms in our coverage of the artificial intelligence industry. That’s why we thought it would be helpful to…