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  Microsoft really doesn't want customers to upgrade older PCs, but there are workarounds for many models. Here's everything you need to know.

• Should you switch to Wi-Fi 7? My buying advice after testing a next-gen router at home

  The Asus RT-BE86U boasts robust security and next-generation high-speed internet capabilities, but does it justify an upgrade?

• Why Sonos' cheapest smart speaker is one of my favorites - even a year after its release

  Few Bluetooth speakers have all the best traits of being portable and smart. This speaker is a smooth blend of the two, but there's one major pitfall.

• Sick of weak Wi-Fi? How I got wired home internet without running Ethernet cable

  Got cable outlets? Just use an adapter and get wired-speed internet in minutes - here's how.

• EcoFlow's new backyard solar energy system starts at $599 - no installation crews or permits needed

  The Stream series is a plug-and-play solar energy solution designed for homeowners and renters alike. Place on a balcony, roof, or backyard, and plug into a wall socket.

• Your password manager is under attack, and this new threat makes it worse: How to defend yourself

  Heard of polymorphic browser extensions yet? You will. These savage imposters threaten the very future of credential management. Here's what you need to know - and do.

• Samsung confirms big durability upgrade for Galaxy S25 Edge - and it's mostly good news

  The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is launching soon, and the company just teased another spec that you should care about.

• The best 50-inch TVs of 2025: Expert tested

  We tested the best 50-inch TVs from brands like Sony and Hisense to help you find the perfect fit for your smaller space. Here are our favorites.

• The best electric screwdrivers of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

  I tested some of the best electric screwdrivers on the market to help you find the perfect one to make DIY tasks faster and easier.

• The best rechargeable batteries of 2025

  Check out our picks for the best rechargeable batteries that are a win for your devices, your wallet, and the environment.