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Engadget General Tech Oct 19, 2026
What do all the lights on your Netgear router mean, and which ones actually matter?

Some router symbols are obvious, while others take a bit of work to decipher. Their lights can vary, too.

Engadget General Tech Oct 19, 2026
What does the orange dot on your Samsung Galaxy Watch mean?

You might sometimes see an orange dot on the left side of your Galaxy Watch's screen. Here's what is tells you.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
Why you should never point a laser pointer at a security camera

Laser pointers are known to damage security cameras, but do they really? Here's what damage can actually be done.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
How to use Google's SynthID AI detection website

It's a simple way to check whether an image has been created or manipulated, with a few caveats.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
An Xbox Series X can now run PlayStation 5 games, but there's a catch

The idea of PS5 games running on an Xbox Series X -- made possible by how both consoles were built around closely matched hardware -- is certainly exciting.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
Starlink has two $55 plans that are wildly different โ€” here's how

It's a trade-off between download speeds and data caps.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
Router and modem or gateway: What's actually in your home network?

A gateway pulls double duty, but a modem and router combo can give you a lot more flexibility and power.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
What is Apple's Image Playground app for and how do you use it?

Apple's image generation tool got some noteworthy updates this fall.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
After five years, Inscryption is finally coming to mobile

The studio celebrated Inscryption's five-year anniversary with a Twitch stream.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
What is the star button for on your Roku remote?

While the Roku remote doesn't have confusing colors or weird symbols, the star button can confuse some folks at first.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
Here's how the Slate truck gets software updates without built-in infotainment

Basically, it's on you.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
From the Royole FlexPai to the iPhone Duo: How the modern foldable phone has evolved

Apple's iPhone Duo likely forecasts a shift in the market toward foldables becoming more common. But it took a while to get here.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
Should you limit your FPS in games? Here's when it makes sense

While it's natural to want to get as many fps from your rig as possible, there are reasons to limit frame output from your GPU.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
TikTok reportedly bans ads for Musk documentary before its wider US release

The platform attributed the decision to "political content that goes against its policy."

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
How to fix scaling and app size issues on your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8

If you have trouble getting apps to scale properly on your foldable, read on.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
Flat Ethernet cables probably aren't the answer to your home networking problem

For the most reliable performance, round Ethernet cables are generally superior.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
The reason why your drive shows less storage than you paid for

Despite showing the storage amount on the box or the spec sheet, your new device might not actually hold as much as it states. Here are the reasons why.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
iOS 27's new CarPlay features are great, but only these iPhones can actually use them

With the release of iOS 27, car owners with CarPlay support can enjoy lots of cool new features. However, not all iPhone models are able to support them all.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
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.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
These 6 retro sites let you relive the glory days of 2000s Flash games

Flash hasn't been around for over half a decade, but thanks to archivists, you can still enjoy this era of the internet.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
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.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
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.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
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.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
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.

Engadget General Tech Oct 18, 2026
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.