I let this Galaxy S26 feature handle my battery, and it actually works
I have never been particularly good at managing my phone’s battery health. I know all the advice by now — avoid charging past 80 percent, do not let the battery drain completely, try not to leave the phone plugged in overnight. I know these habits the same way I know I should probably drink more […]
I stopped treating ChatGPT like Google — and everything suddenly clicked
One of the biggest mistakes people make when using AI for the first time is treating ChatGPT like Google. To be fair, anything you would Google, ChatGPT can answer, but that’s not really making the best use of ChatGPT. Now that ChatGPT offers apps like Spotify, Apple Music, Target, Instacart, TripAdvisor and dozens more, it […]
I tried a plyometrics workout for runners, and it’s the most enjoyable strength training I’ve done in years
There are a lot of different methods you can use to get better at running — the simplest of which is to run more (within reason) — and as a marathoner, I’m always looking at ways to improve. Strength training for runners is a key aspect of this, because it can boost performance and injury […]
Stop throwing these household items away — my top 5 upcycling hacks
When I was little, I used to hear my grandpa mutter to himself: “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” as he pondered over his biscuit tin collection. Once full of delicious snacks, he’d reused them for everything from seed pouches to gardening tools. More recently, I’ve observed my mom saying a similar thing about […]
Netflix new releases: 7 movies and shows you need to stream this week (May 11-17)
Netflix is adding just 16 new movies and shows to the streaming service this week, but there are a few new titles that are worth adding to your watchlist. Top of the list for me is “Nemesis,” a brand-new crime drama centered around a police detective (Matthew Law) and a criminal mastermind (Y’lan Noel). If […]
My home’s Wi-Fi dead zones were worse than I thought – here’s what fixed them
One of the best ways to permanently fix a spotty Wi-Fi network is to upgrade to a mesh network. A mesh network is the best solution if your network problem is consistent throughout most of your home, not just a single room. A mesh network is the best option for a medium- to large-sized home […]
The size of a credit card: This fully functional computer even packs an e-ink screen
A developer has built a remarkably thin computer that is almost the same size and thickness as a standard credit card, potentially opening the door to a new category of ultra-portable computing devices. Called the “Muxcard,” the experimental device combines a fully functional microcomputer, wireless connectivity, NFC support, sensors, and an E Ink display into […]
If your router or drone maker is banned in the US, it will get an update lifeline until 2029
The Federal Communications Commission has extended a key waiver allowing certain foreign-made routers, drones, and drone components to continue receiving software and firmware updates in the United States until at least January 1, 2029. The move comes after growing concerns that millions of already-deployed devices could become cybersecurity risks if manufacturers were suddenly blocked from […]
Edifier M90 review: good jack-of-all-trade bookshelf speakers
Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you’re buying the best. Find out more about how we test. Edifier M90: One-minute review When you get into audio, it quickly becomes clear that the best stereo speakers won’t be enough. Sure, they’ll cover […]
Best Vector Databases in 2026: Pricing, Scale Limits, and Architecture Tradeoffs Across Nine Leading Systems
Vector databases have graduated from experimental tooling to mission-critical infrastructure. In 2026, vector databases serve as the core retrieval layer for RAG pipelines, semantic search systems, and agentic AI workflows — and choosing the wrong one has real cost and performance consequences. This guide breaks down the top vector databases available today, covering architecture, performance, […]