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How to check your CPU temperature

Learning how to check your CPU temperature is a great way to troubleshoot PC problems and make sure you're getting maximum performance from your processor.
Microsoft Edge on a laptop on a couch.

How to install and uninstall Microsoft Edge

There are many ways to get Microsoft Edge on and off of the desktop. Learn how to navigate the Windows browser.
The Spotify app on an iPhone with Lana Del Ray playing.

How to download music from Spotify for offline listening

One great benefit of a paid Spotify Premium subscription is being able to download music for offline listening. Here’s how to do it.
The new Max app looks almost exactly like HBO Max.

How to turn off subtitles in Max

Closed captions and subtitles are built into your Max subscription and are available in many languages. Here’s how to turn captions on and off.
HBO Max app icon.

How to cancel your Max subscription

Is it time to part ways with your Max subscription? Here’s how to cancel your plan in just a few simple steps.
Key art shows Fragpunk characters.

How to join the FragPunk closed beta

FragPunk is one of the most exciting shooters coming to Xbox next year, but you can play it early by joining the beta. Here's how to sign up and get your spot.
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How to remap and customize controller buttons on PS5

Whether it's for accessibility reasons or you simply prefer your buttons to be mapped differently, you can completely customize your button layout on PS5.
Camera Control on the iPhone 16.

Did you know you can customize your iPhone 16’s Camera Control? Here’s how

The iPhone 16 comes with the new Camera Control button, and it's great. Here's how to customize the Camera Control to make it even better.
The Playstation 5 system standing upright.

How to transfer data from your PS4 to PS5

Are you wondering how to transfer data from your PS4 to PS5? Follow this guide to move everything over to your brand new system, even from extended storage.
The Razer Kaira Pro sitting next to a PS5 console.

How to connect Bluetooth headphones to a PS5

Your PlayStation 5 is ready to go, but you want to connect your Bluetooth headphones, but how? We show you how to set up your favorite headphones with your PS5.
The Playstation 5 system standing upright.

How to view all purchased games on PS5

All of your purchased games are hidden away just a bit off the main menu on the PS5. We'll tell you where you can find and download them whenever you'd like.
A person holds up a PS5 controller.

How to turn off PS5 controllers automatically

Sometimes you may walk away from your console for a bit and forget to turn off your controller, but some built-in power savings settings can come to the rescue.
A person holds up a PS5 controller.

How to sync a PS5 controller to your PS5

A PS5 controller is an innovative piece of tech. In this guide, we'll walk you through how to sync a PS5 controller to your PS5 system through a few steps.
Someone holding an iPhone 15 Pro Max with the screen on and showing the home screen.

How to hide apps on your iPhone in iOS 18 and earlier

Whether you want some privacy or don't want to be embarrassed, it's easy to hide apps on an iPhone. This article explains exactly how to do it step-by-step.
Ratchet and Clank on the PS5 home screen.

How to create folders on PS5

Folders were a fantastic PS4 feature that let you organize your library. Gamelists replace them on PS5 but aren't as easy to make. Here's how to do it.
The Playstation 5 system standing upright.

How to put your PS5 in Rest Mode

There are several benefits to setting your PlayStation 5 console to Rest Mode, which puts the console to sleep without shutting it down completely.
A knight with a gun in a burning square.

How to start The Dark Horizon DLC in Remnant 2

The third DLC drop for Remnant 2 brings a new area to explore and a new archetype to find. Here's how to get started working through The Dark Horizon DLC.
Playstation 5 with a controller.

How to gameshare on the PS5

The PS5 lets you share your games with friends and family via Console Sharing, but only if you know what you're doing. Here's how to set up the feature.
The Google TV Streamer remote control in a very good-looking hand.

How to use the Google TV Streamer remote finder

The Google TV Streamer has added a feature that makes it easy to find a lost remote control. Here's how to use it.
An SSD installed in a PC motherboard.

How to test your SSD for potential problems

If you suspect there might be something wrong with your drive, it's best to look into it. Here's how to test your SSD quickly and safely.
The WD Black SN850P 2TB Internal PS5 SSD before insertion into a ready PS5.

How to install an SSD in your PC

Installing an SSD in your PC is quick and straightforward, and can give your PC a big performance boost. Here's how to do it.
The button on the back of Google TV Streamer can help find your remote — or long press to reset the entire device.

How to factory reset Google TV Streamer

Resetting Google TV Streamer is about as easy as it gets — not that you should have to do it very often, if ever.
Person holding an iPhone showing new home screen customization tools on iOS 18.

How to change app icon colors in iOS 18

iOS 18 finally makes it possible to change the icon colors of apps on your iPhone home screen. Here's how it works.
New portrait screensaver on tvOS 18.

How to use Apple TV’s new Portraits screensaver

There's a number of new tools available on your Apple TV with the arrival of tvOS 18. One of those is a Portraits screensaver on select Apple TV models.
RCS messaging on iOS 18.

How to enable RCS messaging in iOS 18

You can now send messages to non-Apple users with RCS in iOS 18. What does that mean and how does it work? Let's find out.
watchOS 10 presented at WWDC 2023.

How to download watchOS 11 on your Apple Watch

The latest update for the Apple Watch is now ready to take for a spin. Here's how to download watchOS 11 right now.
A video call in Microsoft Teams is displayed on a laptop.

How to record a Microsoft Teams meeting

Knowing how to record a Microsoft Teams meeting can be super useful if you want to go back over what you've talked about. Here's how to do it.
Siri being shown on an iPhone 15 Pro on iOS 18.

How to download iOS 18 on your iPhone

The public beta of Apple's iOS 18 update has arrived. Here's how to get it on your iPhone now.
iPadOS 18 update on iPad Pro.

How to download iPadOS 18 on your iPad

Apple's latest iPadOS 18 aims to reinvent the tablet experience on Apple's slate with a heap of AI features. Here's how you can experience it on your iPad now.
The Apple Music Discovery Station on an iPhone.

How to switch from Spotify to Apple Music

You don't have to lose all those songs and playlists on your Spotify account when you switch to Apple Music. The process is easier than ever.
Person typing on a laptop.

How to insert a line in Word

Microsoft's word processor has tons of tools, and mastering them can seem daunting. In this guide, we'll focus on one and show you how to insert lines in Word.
Word resume on a MacBook on a table.

How to password protect a Word document

You can password protect any Word document in just a few steps. Here's how to do it quickly and easily.
A man holds a fiery stick in Frostpunk 2.

Frostpunk 2 Chapter 5 guide: banish, reconcile, or enforce order?

Chapter 5 of Frostpunk 2 contains a very pivotal decision. Here's what you need to know if you're going to make the best choice.
An Elgato HD60 X next to a keyboard and PS5 controller.

How to use a keyboard and mouse on PS5

Bring the comfort and precision of your keyboard and mouse to the PS5 by connecting them to the console. We'll show you how easy it is to set it up yourself.