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Custom ROM Support Just Got a Lot Worse on Google Pixel Phones
Summary Google intentionally omitted Pixel device trees from Android 16, making custom ROM development much harder. Developers now face challenges like reverse engineering and potential hardware components breaking on custom ROMs. Google’s shift towards using “Cuttlefish” as a primary reference target may negatively impact long-term device support. Custom ROMs are not something I think about a lot anymore when I…
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These Are the 9 Dumbest Star Trek Episodes Ever
I love Star Trek (not you, Lower Decks) but even the best shows have their fair share of silly, dumb, or downright baffling episodes. Sometimes the writers seem to have pulled their plots out of a hat full of words, and then somehow the episode makes it all the way to broadcast. Now, there are “bad” episodes that are beloved,…
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10 Electric Vehicles With the Fastest Charging Times
Summary Some EVs can charge up to 80% in just 5 minutes, faster than filling a tank with fuel. Tesla models aren’t the fastest but still add lots of range in 15 minutes using Superchargers. There’s a choice of SUVs, hatchbacks, and performance cars with impressive driving range and 18–20 minutes charging times. One of the biggest problems with electric…
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10 Video Game Purchases That Left Me With Nothing but Regret
I have made some bad decisions when buying video game-related items, and I know I’m not alone. While buyer’s remorse is not a valid reason for a refund, many purchases I’ve made make me wish it were. While it can be a big financial hit to buy a console that didn’t pan out, the pricing doesn’t always matter. Sometimes, regret…
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Apple’s Liquid Glass Makes the Most Sense on macOS
At the June 2025 WWDC event, Apple unveiled a major and comprehensive overhaul of its entire operating system family across all its devices. One of the most apparent changes is the introduction of “Liquid Glass”, which dramatically changes how UI elements look and behave. This (predictably divisive) change is undergoing strong criticism on social media, especially when it comes to…
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The Google Pixel 6a Is Also Getting a Battery Reduction
Summary Google confirms battery overheating issue with Pixel 6a, will release software update. Update will reduce battery capacity and charging speed after 400 cycles, mirroring Pixel 4a. Reports of Pixel 6a units catching fire; Google to contact impacted customers next month. The Google Pixel 4a was recently in the news, but not for good reasons—an update had apparently completely nerfed…
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The New Kubuntu Focus M2 Laptop Has Linux and an RTX 5070 Ti
Kubuntu Focus has been selling Linux-powered laptops for a long time, and now the company has revealed a new high-end model. The Kubuntu Focus M2 Gen 6 is packed with features and performance, but it’s not cheap. The Focus M2 has the form factor of a gaming laptop, with a large 16-inch 2560×1600 240Hz screen, a backlit keyboard with a…
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How to install the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 developer betas
Before we get started, a word of warning: beta software — especially early developer beta — is inherently unfinished and may contain bugs. Think carefully before installing either on any device you depend on. They also may not include all of the features that will be in the final release. Your experience may differ from others depending on the apps…
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Microsoft Excel Essential Skills Test
Whether you’ve landed a job interview for a role that requires fundamental Microsoft Excel skills or you’re looking to solve a real-world problem, take the How-To Geek Beginner Excel Test to double-check that you know the nuts and bolts of the popular spreadsheet software. This is the first of a three-part series. The second (intermediate) and third (advanced) will be…
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10 Must-Stream Cartoons That Defined the 2010s
The 2010s might have been the end of Saturday morning network cartoons, but it was also the dawn of a new age. Cartoons of the 2010s turned to cable and streaming. With fewer restraints, it was a chance to make cartoons capable of far more than selling some toys and cramming in a moral lesson. Cartoons of this era could…
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