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How to Get Thousands of eBooks for Free and Load Them on Your Kindle

Whether you snag a free book on 'Stuff Your Kindle Days' or download classics from Project Gutenberg, cheap ebook options abound. Here's how to send multiple formats to your ereader.

By Chloe Albanesius
person reading a kindle

RIP Microsoft Publisher: As a Pro Designer, Here Are the 8 Alternatives I Actually Recommend

Publisher has officially hit end of life, but don't fret. Based on years of hands-on testing, I've rounded up the best replacements for beginner and pro designers alike.

By Shelby Putnam Tupper
Publisher icon in a trashcan

Malicious Websites Are Built to Scam You. Stay Safe With These 7 Defensive Tips

From enabling secure DNS to double-checking extensions, here's how I stay one step ahead of the cybercriminals while on the web.

By Lance Whitney
malware popup

Nintendo Isn't Getting Rid of Physical Games (Yet), But You Have to Watch Out for Game-Key Cards

Freaking out over Sony killing physical media? Nintendo's game-key cards add a weird wrinkle to the home media landscape. Here's what you need to know and how to spot them in the wild.

By Jason Cohen
nintendo switch 2 game card with game-key card label over it

Is It Worth It to Upgrade to Switch 2 Games? We'll Run You Through the Actual Costs

Some Switch games you already own can be upgraded into enhanced Switch 2 titles, but the cost structure is pretty confusing. Here's how much you can expect to pay for the upgrade packs to your favorite games.

By Jason Cohen
super mario party jamboree switch 2 upgrade pack

I Test TVs for a Living. Here's Why I Bought Last Year's Model

Year-over-year picture upgrades are usually tiny, but the price drops are massive. Here's why skipping 2026's newest flagships is the smartest move you can make this Prime Day.

By Will Greenwald
Need a New TV? Save Big on a Great Picture With Last Year's Model

I Got My Hands on All the New Googlebooks. Are They Better Than Chromebooks?

Google's new laptop initiative may sound like Chromebooks 2.0, but the new hardware requirements and Gemini AI capabilities set it apart from its predecessor. Check out my first thoughts on these upcoming Android systems.

By Matthew Buzzi
Googlebook Event

The Ultimate Business Stack Hack: 7 Reasons to Unify Your Payroll, HR, and Accounting Software

You can save yourself a lot of time and trouble by connecting your accounting and HR apps to your payroll service from the start.

By Kathy Yakal
Various gears representing accounting and HR services

This Single Free App Replaces the Broken Windows 11 Store

UniGetUI lets you find, install, and manage the Windows apps you actually want to use from one convenient place.

By Chris Hoffman
UniGetUI logo and screenshots on a Windows-themed background

I Got Fed Up With Streaming Price Hikes, So I Built My Own 'Netflix' for $0

Video streaming services keep raising prices, but that doesn't mean you have to keep paying more. If you want your favorite shows and movies without the fees, build your own local media library with Plex.

By Ajay Kumar
plex app on tv

Earth's Mightiest Heroes Return: How to Watch All the Marvel Movies and TV Shows in Order

Looking to revisit the MCU franchise now that 'Avengers: Endgame' is back in theaters? Whether you want to watch in order of release or chronological story order, we've got you covered.

By Eric Griffith
How to Watch the MCU in Order

You Don't Have to Pay $139 to Shop Amazon's Fall Prime Day. Here's How to Do It for Less

If you're a frequent Amazon shopper, a Prime membership likely pays for itself over the year. But if you just want to shop on Amazon during Prime Day sales, try these options.

By Chloe Albanesius
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Is Amazon Prime Still Worth the $139 Price Tag? Here's Everything You Get in 2026

Amazon's Big Deal Days returns October 6-7, but some early deals are available now. Should you sign up for a Prime membership to access the best offers? Here's how to decide.

By Jason Cohen
amazon delivery packages

Streaming Price Hike Tracker: How Much Every Major Service Will Cost You

Disney+ and Hulu are the latest streaming services to announce price increases, following Apple TV, Peacock, and others. Here's how we got here and what you can expect to pay.

By Chloe Albanesius
streaming logos

9 Year-End Payroll Mistakes to Avoid (And How Software Can Help)

Don't let a last-minute December scramble lead to costly IRS penalties. Here are nine critical mistakes to watch for—and how the right tools can save your W-2 season.

By Kathy Yakal
Person looking stressed over payroll documents

Time to Switch to Safari? 21 Hidden Tricks That Make This Browser Your Best Bet

Apple's default web browser has a host of helpful features for navigating the web. Upgrading to iOS 27 or iPadOS 27 adds automatic tab groups, custom extensions, and live page tracking.

By Lance Whitney
Better browsing in Safari

Stop Replying 'Stop': The Danger of Responding to Spam Texts (And How to Block Them for Good)

Tired of spam texts? Your phone comes with built-in protection against them, but it might be turned off by default. Here's how to change that on both iPhone and Android.

By Kim Key
Potentially scammy texts against a red background

Save Your Sanity: 8 Hidden iPhone Settings to Fix Right Now

From toning down Liquid Glass to bringing back the battery percentage, these simple setting tweaks make iOS so much better.

By Ruben Circelli
iPhone settings screen on a futuristic background with tech logos

I Tested Every Apple Intelligence Feature: Is It Actually Useful, or Just Hype?

You don't need new hardware to get Apple's biggest upgrades. I put Siri AI, image generation, custom extensions, and workout tools to the test to see if Apple Intelligence is worth your time.

By Ruben Circelli
Apple Keeps Pushing Apple Intelligence, But What Exactly Is It and Is It Worth Using?

Sick of Paying for Subscriptions You Don't Use? These Apps Will Track Them Down

Are you losing hundreds on zombie subscriptions you no longer use? Here's how to track what you're spending each month and how to save the most money.

By Jason Cohen
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