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MacBook Pro battery life in 2011 vs 2026: how much has it really improved in 15 years?

Apple’s 2026 MacBook Pro is light-years ahead of its 2011 model in terms of performance. But is longer battery life one of those improvements?

Change these PlayStation 5 settings before GTA 6 comes out

For the best experience playing the new Grand Theft Auto 6, you’re going to want to make some adjustments.

Here’s how to know if your TV is too big for any room

When purchasing a television, this first instinct is to go big. But before choosing a model, make sure it won’t overpower the room.

Tesla is ditching its solar roof tiles for a good reason

Tesla was making solar roof panels that were designed to look like typical roof shingles if you saw them from the street, but they were transparent from above.

How to clear the cache on your Android device

Your apps and browsers may be overdue for some tidying up.

5 expensive hobbies where owning a 3D printer actually saves you money

While a personal 3D printer is certainly an investment, if you regularly engage with an expensive hobby, it might actually save you some cash.

Amazon made the AUX input on older Alexa devices less useful

Amazon has made a quiet change to older Echo speakers that will leave owners rethinking how they use their devices and manage their home audio setups.

How big and powerful is SpaceX’s Starship rocket?

SpaceX’s Starship has a big role to play in NASA’s plans to land astronauts on the Moon. Here’s how big this rocket is and how its two stages work together.

Why your Apple AirPods’ battery drains so fast and how to make it last longer

It’s annoying when your Apple AirPods run out of juice, but the culprit might not be what you think. Here’s what’s going on and what you can do about it.

The Slate vs Ford Fathom debate might be settled by this one key tech feature

Slate and Ford are both building affordable electric pickups, and that means compromises. But the two automakers are taking very different paths to get there.