How to Get the Perfect Surround Sound Speaker Setup

Of course, promise is not the same as deliver—and just as with those soundbars that want to replicate the effects of a surround sound setup, it’s difficult in the extreme to create a sensation of spatial audio without the physical equipment necessary. For home cinema, the words ‘spatial audio’ can confidently be swapped for ‘3D […]

How to Go Paperless in 9 Steps

Wanting to get rid of paper in your life is easy. Following through with that promise to yourself is hard. I’ve been mostly paperless for close to 15 years, and the trick to it for me was to think about it the same way I think about taking care of my teeth. Staying organized is […]

Missing Launchpad in MacOS 26? Here’s How to Bring It Back

Customize the look. Screenshot by Justin Pot As I said, it’s not a perfect replacement, but take some time setting up folders and tweaking the settings and I think you’ll find it works well. And you can’t complain about the price. A Few Other Alternatives Now, there are a few other alternatives to keep in […]

How to Talk to ChatGPT for Free Inside WhatsApp (While You Still Can)

Be sure to include the US country code at the start of the number to ensure it’s added correctly. You’ll also be prompted to give the new contact a name: “ChatGPT” is the obvious choice here, but you can pick something else if you prefer. You’ll then have a new option in your contacts list, […]

What Is Adobe Firefly? Here’s How to Use This Powerful Generative AI Tool

Firefly is powerful, and I won’t be able to cover everything you can do with it. Instead, I’ll walk you through a simple workflow of generating an image using an AI model, and then using that image as the starting frame to generate a short, looping video. At the top, select New. You can either […]

How to Get Your Cat or Dog to Lose Weight—Experts Weigh In (2025)

Engage in active play for at least 30 minutes a day, whether that be with a wand toy, laser (just make sure to reward them after their “hunt”), or whatever toy they like best. (Check out my full guide to my favorite interactive cat toys for even more recommendations.) Same as with dogs, use puzzle […]

Feeling the Effects of the Time Change? We Asked Experts How to Get Back on Track

Clock changes can throw you for a loop. Even a one-hour shift, as happened in most of the US on Sunday, can leave you feeling groggy and out of sync for days. That’s because your body’s internal clock—your circadian rhythm—relies on daylight, meal times, and a steady routine. When the country’s twice-yearly time change comes […]