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Running Out of Storage? Clean Up Apple Messages to Free Up Space

Don't let videos, photos, GIFs, and stickers buried in text messages fill up your storage. We show you how to dig them out of the Messages app on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

By Jill Duffy
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How to Enable Dark Mode on Your iPhone and iPad

If the bright light of your iPhone or iPad display is bothering your eyes, Apple's iOS and iPadOS support system-wide dark mode. Here's how to turn it on.

By Jason Cohen
woman in bed with bright phone in a dark room

How to Turn a Raspberry Pi Into a NAS for Whole-Home File Sharing

Not ready to invest in a network-attached storage device? Make your own with a spare Raspberry Pi. Here's how to turn a simple board into the brains of a wireless file sharing system.

By Whitson Gordon
raspberry pi boards

5 Simple Steps to Purge Digital Clutter

Cleaning up emails, documents, photos, and other digital junk can reduce stress and simplify your life. Here's how to streamline and declutter your devices.

By Jill Duffy
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How to Organize Your Files in 4 Simple, Foolproof Steps

Our veteran productivity expert details her method for managing digital files: It's simple to implement, and since it's foundational, it will help you organize practically everything in your life.

By Jill Duffy
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One-Stop Shop: How to Add Non-Steam Games to Your Steam Library

You'll never run out of games to play on Steam if you just import all those freebies from the Epic Games Store. Here's how to do it on PC and the Steam Deck

By Carli Velocci
someone playing steam deck

Ditch That Headphone Splitter: How to Share Audio With Apple's AirPods

Apple's Audio Sharing feature lets you share with a friend what you're listening to on your Apple AirPods or select Beats headphones.

By Jason Cohen
two people listening to headphones with their eyes closed

March Madness Live 2025: How to Watch Every Game Online

The NCAA tournament starts on March 16. Here's how to stream all the top college basketball action.

By Jordan Minor
How to Watch March Madness

Game Pass Everywhere: How to Install Xbox Cloud Gaming on Steam Deck

Want Game Pass on the go? Your Steam Deck can now use Xbox Cloud Gaming through the Microsoft Edge browser.

By Jason Cohen & Carli Velocci
xbox game pass screen on steam deck

How to Upgrade to Windows 11 for Free (Even if Your PC Is Unsupported)

Whether or not your Windows 10 computer is eligible for a Windows 11 upgrade, there are a few ways to jump to Microsoft's newer OS without paying for it.

By Lance Whitney
laptop with windows 11 wallpaper

Tax Write-Offs Made Easy: Tips to Maximize Your Credits and Deductions

Don’t leave money on the table when you prepare your 2024 income taxes. We’re here to help you claim all the expenses you can and minimize your tax obligation.

By Kathy Yakal
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How to Record the Screen (With Sound) on Your iPhone or iPad

Need to capture exactly what’s on your screen? Apple's built-in Screen Recording tool can help you create a video of your screen activity or grab a screenshot.

By Lance Whitney
How to Record the Screen (With Sound) on Your iPhone or iPad

7 Tips to Block Mobile Tax Scammers

We all file taxes, which makes us all targets for mobile scammers. I spoke with experts on tax scams to learn what to look out for and the best ways to stay safe.

By Kim Key
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How to Skip YouTube Ads and Ditch the Commercials

YouTube is cracking down on ad blockers, but don't pull your hair out when commercials interrupt your videos. There are ways to jump right to the content you want.

By Jason Cohen & Eric Griffith
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Amazon Prime Membership: What Is Included and How Much Does it Cost?

Thinking about joining Amazon Prime or want to make sure you're getting the most out of your membership? Here are all the benefits, prices, and plans you need to know.

By Jason Cohen
amazon delivery packages

How to Record the Screen on Your Android Phone

Android 11 added a built-in screen recorder for Google's mobile OS, but for older phones, there are plenty of third-party apps that get the job done, too.

By Jason Cohen
foldable android phone showing screen recording

How to Make Sure iCloud Is Backing Up, Syncing Your Data

If you've felt the pain of losing all the photos, videos, and documents saved on your iPhone, or want to avoid it, iCloud is your friend. Here's how to make sure everything's set up and syncing.

By Jason Cohen
icloud backup screen on an iphone

Can't Hear Anything? What to Do if Your Soundbar Has No Sound

Frustrated by a silent soundbar? Here's everything you can try to fix the issue before you have to call in customer service.

By Whitson Gordon
person with their hand up to their ear

What Is Copilot? Microsoft's AI Assistant Explained

Microsoft’s Copilot generative AI is popping up in Windows, Edge, Office apps, and Bing. But just what exactly is it? Here’s everything you need to know.

By Michael Muchmore
Microsoft Copilot Explainer

How to Take a Screenshot on an Android Device

Here are the best ways to capture what you're seeing on a Samsung Galaxy or Google Pixel phone.

By Jason Cohen
person holding a folding phone with screenshots appearing around it