How to Fix Your Wi-Fi Problems (2026)
If your router has adjustable antennas, try adjusting them. You’ll be surprised how big a difference this can make. With tower routers or mesh units, the antennas are on the inside, but you can still try moving them and changing the angle to see if it improves the signal strength where you want it. A […]
I Traveled to Tokyo Just to Buy Stationery—Here’s How to Shop for It
It’s hard to say how I got here, beguiled by ruled paper and pencil shavings. I suppose it began with my love for school, which I associate with sparkly pencil cases and those folders with cuddly kittens that stopped being produced sometime in the ‘90s. As I got older, shopping for a new planner became […]
How To Stock a Healthier Kitchen in 2026
This is Starter Kit, a series where our editors share the food, drink, and kitchen essentials they recommend when you’re setting up from scratch. Here, Andrea Strong writes about everything you’ll need to stock your kitchen—from protein shakes and prebiotic sodas to air fryers and greens powders—for your healthiest year yet. If you’re coming into […]
Want to wear Chelsea boots again? Here’s how to get it right this time
Fabric pairing is key here. Shiny calf leather works best with smooth, tightly woven suits – think worsted wool, high-twist wool blends, or lightweight wool-mohair mixes. Suede, on the other hand, pairs wonderfully with flannel, brushed wool, and winter tailoring. Avoid boots with loud contrast stitching – they cheapen the line of the suit. If you’re […]
How to style a cardigan: One of the most versatile knits you can own
“A bold patterned or coloured cardigan can easily transform any dull look into something more fun and optimistic,” says Archer. “There are loads of great options out there this season, most notably from labels such as Ami Paris, Burberry, Our Legacy, Sacai, and The Elder Statesman.” Bright cardigans look best when the rest of the […]
How to Choose a Computer Monitor (2025): Everything You Need to Know
All monitors have HDMI and DisplayPort to connect to a PC (or even VGA if it’s a really old one). Those are the basics. If you want the latest of these port standards in monitors, you’re looking for HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1. More and more monitors nowadays include a built-in USB hub, which can […]
Original gifts: How to unlock the secret of successful Christmas shopping
By Euronews en español Published on 20/12/2025 – 8:14 GMT+1 With budgets tight and days to shop seemingly arriving earlier in the calendar, many Europeans are looking for original, useful and affordable gifts. This year’s consumer trends point to sustainable details, personalised objects and experiences. This year’s Christmas campaign is marked by more tighter budgets, as […]
How to Use Smart Lighting Around the Home: Reviewer Recommendations
Some smart lighting manufacturers offer hubs that enable faster local control. Hubs are also sometimes required for certain features. If you are opting for Philips Hue, a Bridge ($50) or Bridge Pro ($99) is essential to get the most from your lights. They work best when plugged directly into your router via Ethernet cable. How […]
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 Dress Your Bedroom for Sweater Weather (2025)
Otherwise, Alexander points to accent furniture and lighting to keep the space clean and tidy. “Cooler weather for me also means more cozy reading moments, which means side tables and nightstands need to be ready to receive stacks of AD and other reading materials,” she says. “This could mean looking into hardwired (or for easy […]