Replace an old garage opener or add a smart controller
Deciding between a garage door opener replacement and a smart controller depends on the age of your motor and whether it passes basic safety tests.
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9 habits that help your phone battery last longer
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Are smart appliances worth paying more for
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Can you take a portable charger on a plane
Check the capacity label on your portable battery charger and pack it safely, then confirm current limits on the FAA PackSafe page and with your airline.
9 habits that help your phone battery last longer
Extend daily battery life and protect your phone from permanent damage with nine practical habits that work for both iPhone and Android devices.
How to dispose of lithium batteries without starting a fire
Learn proper lithium battery disposal to prevent dangerous fires. Find out how to prep your batteries and where to drop them off safely in your local area.
What a CR2032 battery powers and how to handle it safely
Find out what electronics use a CR2032 battery, how to swap one safely without bending the contacts, and what to do if a child swallows a coin cell.
What you can safely plug into a smart outlet
Find out what devices you can safely plug into smart outlets for home use and which appliances to keep off them to avoid overloading your circuits.
How a smart garage door controller works
A smart garage door controller wires into your existing opener so you can open or close the door from a phone and get alerts whenever the door moves.
Are smart appliances worth paying more for
Decide if smart appliances are worth the extra cost by learning which connected features save energy and what happens when the wifi goes down.
Is free public wifi safe to use when you travel
Using free wifi at an airport or hotel is usually safe for basic browsing, but you should adjust a few phone settings to protect your private data.
7 steps to take right after an account is hacked
Reclaim your hacked account quickly with a clear plan that covers scanning your device, securing your passwords and stopping follow up scams.
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Phones and Apps
Settings, updates, storage and everyday fixes for iPhone and Android phones.
Newest on the bench What wifi calling is and when to use it
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Laptop Picks
What to look for when buying a laptop, and how to match one to your budget and your work.
Newest on the bench How much RAM does a laptop need for what you do
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Screen Problems
Lines, spots, tints and flicker on a laptop display, what causes them and what to try first.
Newest on the bench 6 steps to take when water gets on a laptop screen
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Wifi and Routers
Setting up a router, fixing weak signal and choosing extenders or mesh for a US home.
Newest on the bench Wifi 6 or wifi 7 and which one your home needs
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Accounts and Security
Passwords, two factor codes and recovery options that keep your accounts in your hands.
Newest on the bench Should you use the password manager built into your phone
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Smart Devices
Plugs, speakers, cameras and other connected gadgets, and how to set them up so they behave.
Newest on the bench Replace an old garage opener or add a smart controller
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Battery and Care
Charging habits, coin cell and lithium battery basics, and keeping devices healthy longer.
Newest on the bench Can you take a portable charger on a plane