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WiFi antenna and Nothing Ear earbud on Intel vPro laptop
I made one hardware change and my Bluetooth audio on Windows 11 instantly fixed itself

I can't believe the fix for my stuttering Bluetooth audio on Windows had nothing to do with Windows.

bluetooth scanning toggle in android.
Your phone's Bluetooth is broadcasting more than you think — here's how to limit it

Lock it down.

Black and Bronze Mygate Lock SE installed on a brown door
I switched to a smart door lock and I can't go back to a regular one

This smart door lock changes the way you enter your house.

A locked laptop screen
This Windows setting locks your PC when you walk away — and more people should use it

Stop leaving your PC open for people to see

Auracast on a Galaxy S26 Ultra.
Auracast is Bluetooth’s coolest new trick and I finally get the hype

Auracast is the Bluetooth Low Energy feature powering audio sharing on Android, and it's the best wireless mode you aren't using.

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The Sony WF-100XM6 earbuds outside of their case.
If your Bluetooth feels unreliable, it might be using the wrong mode

Windows is notorious for having Bluetooth connection issues, but you can do something about them.

Man wearing malfunctioning bluetooth headphones.
My Bluetooth headphones kept breaking on Linux until I fixed this one thing

I almost went back to wired headphones before discovering this easy fix.

SwitchBot Turning on Switch
I bought a robotic finger and now my dumb light switch is smart

This brilliant smart home device makes any switch smart.

Android phone showing split home screen and widgets
6 Android developer options that are actually useful for non-developers

Practical Android tweaks hidden inside the developer menu.

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Two phones, two wireless earbud cases, a Bluetooth speaker, and a smartwatch on a table.
I finally learned why my Bluetooth keeps disconnecting

The latest Bluetooth spec is more reliable than ever, but especially with older Bluetooth devices, you might find they annoyingly disconnect.

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Keys on the Logitech MX Mechanical Keyboard
This $170 keyboard is the best productivity investment I made last year

Typing has become much faster and more enjoyable

Network and Internet settings opened on the Google Pixel 10 Pro
I turned off these 2 hidden "Scanning" settings and my battery life improved instantly

The easiest way to get more battery life out of your phone.

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Apple Music audio quality formats on a Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.
This audio format is actually better than lossless

Lossless formats like ALAC and FLAC grab headlines, but AAC is the best audio format for most everyday listeners.

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hisense hs2100 soundbar and its subwoofer placed together.
I Stopped My Soundbar Cutting Out for Good With These 7 Easy Changes

Frustrated by a soundbar that keeps going silent? Don't rush to replace it yet.

man listening to bluetooth headphones with red warning symbol.
This Bluetooth Flaw Turns Popular Headphones Into Eavesdropping Devices

Your Bluetooth headphones aren't as secure as you think.

Fingers Holding One AirPod Earbud
Yes, AirPods Work With Android: But Here's the Catch!

AirPods will work on other devices, but don't expect all the best features.

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A laptop displaying Windows 11 wallpaper next to a glowing Bluetooth symbol, implying wireless connectivity.
10 Ways to Fix a Missing Bluetooth Option in Windows 11

Sometimes, the Bluetooth option goes missing on Windows 11. Here's how to bring it back.

A hand holding a phone with a  Wi-Fi 2.4GHz icon and another hand holding a phone with a Bluetooth icon.
Bluetooth vs. 2.4GHz: What’s Better for Your Peripherals?

Both are great for connecting headphones, keyboards, and otherwise, but what's best?

A woman using wired headphones with several 'no Bluetooth' icons in the background.
Why I Switched Back to Wired Headphones After Nearly a Decade of Bluetooth

It's rare to see wired headphones these days, but they often provide benefits that you might not have thought about.

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iPhone, AirPods and a Google Chromecast Remote on a table
How to Check Your AirPods Battery Level

Find out if your AirPods can last till you get back home.

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