I abandoned OpenLiteSpeed and went back to good ol’ Nginx
One weather site’s sudden struggles, and musings on why change isn’t always good. Enlarge / Ish is on fire, yo. (credit: Tim Macpherson / Getty Images) Since 2017, in what spare time I have (ha!), I help my colleague.....»»
The Android 15 update is here, but most of you probably won’t get it
If you’re a Pixel owner, we have good news as it looks like Google has started to roll out the Android 15 update for its Pixel phones. The post The Android 15 update is here, but most of you probably won’t get it appeared first on Phandroid......»»
LG C4 OLED review: everyone should have one
The 2024 LG C4 OLED television is so good that everyone should have one. For real......»»
Five features to expect with iOS 18.2 later this year
Apple has made a lot of promises for iOS 18, yet a good chunk of them aren’t available in the current betas of both iOS 18.0 and iOS 18.1. Since most of the promised features are coming “later this year”, we should expect them in iOS 18.2 – a.....»»
7 Reasons You Should Consider an Extended Warranty for Your Car
Purchasing a car is a significant investment, and as with any major purchase, you want to ensure that it stays in good condition for as long as possible. One way to protect your vehicle is by purchasing an extended warranty. This type of warranty off.....»»
Samsung Galaxy S25 could be a pure Qualcomm affair
Good news, according to the latest rumors, the Samsung Galaxy S25 series is expected to return to being all Qualcomm. The post Samsung Galaxy S25 could be a pure Qualcomm affair appeared first on Phandroid. For years, Samsung has practiced.....»»
Heybike Hauler review: Hefty yet comfortable e-bike for errands
The Heybike Hauler is a premium e-bike that offers a comfortable ride and ample cargo options, if you can stomach the price tag.The Heybike HaulerIf you live in a busy metropolitan area, chances are good you've seen your share of people tooling aroun.....»»
75-inch mini-LED TV for just $10 per inch with this deal
This TV has been marked down to be $10 per inch from diagonal to diagonal. Is that a good deal?.....»»
Healthy soils are good for your gut, brain and well-being, researcher says
Often overlooked, soil is one of our planet's largest living ecosystems and the foundation of our lives. It provides 95% of our food, supports global biodiversity and helps balance the climate by storing atmospheric carbon......»»
FAA lets SpaceX get back to launches, but Polaris Dawn awaits good weather
SpaceX got the OK to fly again from the Federal Aviation Administration and didn't waste any time knocking out launches from both Florida and California early Saturday, but the crewed Polaris Dawn launch remains on hold because of weather......»»
The good and bad about the 2025 Volvo EX90, the company’s new electric SUV
Some of the EX90's features won't be enabled until next year. Enlarge / After launching some smaller and cheaper electric vehicles, it was time for Volvo to push the boat out with a flagship SUV, the EX90. (credit: Jonathan Gitli.....»»
3 underrated (HBO) Max movies you should watch this weekend (August 30-September 1)
Need something good to watch this weekend? Then stream these (HBO) Max movies starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Colin Farrell, Robert De Niro, Ethan Hawke, and others......»»
3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (August 30-September 1)
Need some good films to watch on Netflix this weekend? Then stream these three underrated movies with Ryan Reynolds, Jake Gyllenhaal, Matt Damon, and more......»»
Texas judge decides Texas is a perfectly good venue for X to sue Media Matters
Judge says Musk critic "targeted" advertisers in Texas, denies motion to dismiss. Enlarge / Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaks at Tesla's "Cyber Rodeo" on April 7, 2022, in Austin, Texas. (credit: Getty Images | AFP/Suzanne Cordeiro).....»»
How long do laptops really last?
Laptops can last a long time, but the experience of using them will worsen over time, so regular updates are still a good idea......»»
Broken Sonos app roadmap now available on Trello for all to see
Whether you use Sonos or not, there’s a good chance you’ve heard about the broken Sonos app and its endless redesign troubles. In response to user frustration about the new app’s shortcomings, Sonos has launched a public roadmap for its future......»»
NASA record holder can relate to astronauts stuck in space. He was, too
NASA's record-holding astronaut is urging his two stuck-in-space colleagues to stay positive and "keep up the good work.".....»»
TorGuard review: a fast, cheap VPN that makes some trade-offs
I reviewed TorGuard one of the cheapest VPNs to find out just how good and this bargain-priced privacy solution can be......»»
Drowning tomatoes for science
I can barely hear Esther Ngumbi over the roar of greenhouse fans as she shows me around her rooftop laboratory in Morrill Hall. The benches are full of tomato plants, and the tomatoes don't look good. Half of the plants are submerged in bins of water.....»»
Research connects happy keywords to happier shoppers
New research from the University of Georgia Terry College of Business shows consumers use "happier" words to search for products when they are in a good mood. Researchers have connected those positive search terms with an increased likelihood of clic.....»»
Researcher discusses two measures that predict effective managers
Good managers are hard to find. Most companies pick managers based on personality traits, age, or experience—and according to a recent National Bureau of Economic Research working paper, they may be doing it wrong......»»