How-To's & Explainers
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From the Experts: 7 Tips Every Rider Should Know About Motorcycle Maintenance
The art of motorcycle maintenance isn’t about zen. It’s about knowing your bike and your own limits.
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9 Google Chrome Settings You Didn’t Know You Could Change
In the usual course of day-to-day life, you don’t need to spend much time messing around with browser settings, but if you get under the hood you can give yourself a more streamlined and secure experience.
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Want a Vintage Turntable? Here’s What No One Tells You
They don't make 'em like they used to. That's both a blessing and a curse.
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7 Settings to Change on Your Mac’s Menu Bar Right Now
The Menu Bar is there to help you navigate your Mac seamlessly so that you can be your most productive self.
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This Easy Tip Will Help You Save Big on Your Next Sonos Speaker
If you've had Sonos speakers for years, there's a good chance you can save big on the newest Sonos speakers — including the Ace headphones.
By Tucker Bowe
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Cold Brew vs Iced Coffee: Do You Know the Key Difference?
Both are coffee and both are typically served cold. But they're not identical beverages. We asked Tim Melano of Triple Coffee to help us break it down.
By Tyler Chin
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Which Sonos Portable Speaker Should You Buy?
We break down the key similarities and differences between Sonos's two portable speakers: the Move 2 and Roam 2.
By Tucker Bowe
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The iPhones That AirTags Will (and Won’t) Work With
Apple's AirTags are really useful Bluetooth trackers, but they won't work to their full potential if you have an older iPhone. Here's what you need to know.
By Tucker Bowe and Eric Limer
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You’re Cleaning Your Cast-Iron Skillet Wrong. Experts Say Do This
Hint: you’re probably doing too much.
By Will Price and Johnny Brayson