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The reason your Amazon Alexa devices are always listening

Alexa devices have microphones that are always listening, but what does Amazon do with that data? It’s up to you.

Your smart TV has one big problem: It’s tracking what you watch

If you don’t want your TV manufacturer to know everything you watch, here’s what to do about it.

How to use your Windows PC to make and receive phone calls

Windows 11 can connect to your phone to make calls, letting you manage them in one place instead of picking up your phone.

Why it’s important to avoid plugging in a damaged external hard drive

External hard drives are sensitive, and what seems like a minor drop can cause major damage that should be checked by a professional.

Why you might not want to join two Ethernet cables (and what you should do instead)

Joining two Ethernet cables together with a coupler is rare, but when your cords are suddenly too short, there are better options to extend your network.

Why are internet upload speeds so much slower than download speeds?

Uploading data tends to be much slower than downloading, and it turns out there’s a very good explanation for it.

You don’t have to turn off your phone to switch SIM cards (but you probably should)

Swapping SIM cards isn’t something you’ll do all the time, but when it does come up, you should do it carefully.

What to check if your Nintendo Switch 2 isn’t connecting to the TV

Your Nintendo Switch 2 is made to project its display to a TV. If it’s not working, there are some things you should check.

OpenAI is building a humanoid robot, but the body isn’t the real challenge

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wants a humanoid that can operate in a world designed for people, though the CEO says a robot ‘brain’ is a much bigger challenge.

These Samsung Galaxy tablets are in their last year of software support

Samsung’s latest software update commitment for its tablets is great, but older devices can’t take advantage of it.