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It's Surprisingly Easy to Customize Your Mac's Folder Icons
You don't have to settle for hundreds of identical blue folders.
Instagram Might Finally Get an iPad App (and How to Use It in the Meantime)
Doomscrolling on the iPad hits different.
How to Talk to a Real Human at the IRS Without Waiting on Hold Forever
I tried this hack and reached a real person within 60 seconds.
You Can Turn Off Apple’s New AI Features in Mail for Mac
Say goodbye to AI summaries, Mail Categories, and more.
This New Setting Hides Your Recent Safari Searches on iPhone
Do you really want to see what you searched for last night?
You Can Bring Back the Minimal Apple Mail iPhone Layout
Get back your old-school, text-only email inbox.
How to Disable ACR to Stop Your TV From Tracking What You Watch
You watch your smart TV, and your smart TV watches you.
How I Make the Perfect Homemade Pizza Every Time
The marriage of bread, sauce, and cheese is sacred and will be treated thusly.
How to Play Original Switch Games on the Switch 2
Everything we know about playing Switch 1 games on the Switch 2.
Nine Ways to Make Your DIY Paint Job Look Professional
If you want your paint job to look like a professional did it, the key is preparation.
PowerToys Now Converts Videos and Audio Too
Turn any video or audio file into an MP3, or any video into an MP4, by copying and pasting.
This Free App Brings Back the Windows 2000, XP, or Vista Taskbars
Swap out the (bad) Windows 11 taskbar for one with the usability and aesthetics you once took for granted.
You Can Grow a Mini Fruit Tree on Your Patio
Micro fruit trees and shrubs can thrive in pots, and your patio provides great conditions.
How to Discover Which Apps Drain Your Laptop’s Battery the Most
Before you can improve laptop battery life, you need to know what is draining it.
How to Try Out Windows' New 'Blue Screen of Death'
Spoiler: It's no longer blue.
Seven Ways to Make Your Home's Entryway More Secure
Your front door is the most vulnerable spot in your house. Here’s how to make it as secure as possible.
Use These Seven Tests to Decide If a New Neighborhood Is Right for You
Get an accurate vibe check before it's too late.
You Can Now Generate Podcast-Style 'Audio Overviews' Directly in Gemini AI
Use AI to generate a podcast to learn about anything you want.
How to Up-Pot Your Seedlings Without Messing Them Up
Your little seedlings have outgrown their seed trays, but it's not time for them to go in the garden—now what?
You Can Grow a 'Micro Orchard' in Your Garden
It can allow you to grow several different fruits in place of one or two large trees.