Home Office Setup & Equipment

The word “calorie” may bring up thoughts of nutrition labels and treadmill readouts, but really calories are just units of energy. Your car runs on gas, your house runs on electricity, and your body runs on food energy. So how many calories do we burn each day, and how many should you burn? Let’s dig in. You actually burn most of your calories at restCalories aren’t only burned during exercise. It takes energy to keep the lights on, so to speak—for your heart to beat, your brain to think, your cells to repair themselves, and more. In fact, most of our calories are burned doing these maintenance chores. Scientists call this baseline calorie burn our "basal metabolic rate,…

Flipper Devices, the company behind the semi-infamous Flipper Zero "hacking" multi-tool, is developing a Linux-powered mini-PC with the goal of creating a "truly open hardware platform." The Flipper One is described as a pocket-sized ARM device for high-performance computing, IP networking, and on-device AI use. The device is in development, so there is no price or release date as yet. The Flipper One is being built on a Rockchip RK3576 processor and the modular design means it can be expanded. "Flipper Zero taught us how much you can do with a tightly scoped, open product and a community that pushes it further than you can. Flipper One is what happens when we apply the …

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Samsung Odyssey G50D is currently down to $229.99 on Amazon, marked down from $429.99. That is a big drop, and according to price trackers, it is the lowest price this model has hit. For that money, you are getting a 32-inch screen with 1440p resolution, which is sharper than standard 1080p but not as demanding as 4K. It is designed mainly for gaming, and the headline feature is the 180Hz refresh rate. In simple terms, that means the screen can show up to 180 frames per second. If you play fast games like shooters or racing titles, movement look…

At least 25 million people have had their personal information stolen in a major hack on business services company Conduent. The data breach itself isn't new—it was initially disclosed in January 2025, and Conduent has already notified millions of individuals whose data was compromised in the incident. However, the breach is now believed to be larger in scale than previously reported, possibly among the largest to affect healthcare. Who is Conduent? Conduent is a New Jersey-based business processing outsourcing (BPO) company that provides services like printing, payment, and document and claims processing to state and federal government agencies as well as large commerci…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Kitchens endure a lot. Every single day we’re in there spilling, splattering, and literally using open flames. Our kitchens are gathering spots, ersatz home offices, staging areas, and late-night snack depots, and they take a lot of wear and tear. Eventually, all that use begins to show, and the kitchen starts to look a little worn down and outdated—and your bank account begins to tremble, because kitchen renovations are expensive as heck. If you’re not ready for a full-on reno or remodel, don’t despair: You can achieve a powerful transformation in your kitchen with a few simple changes and upgrades, without spending a lot…

Clones are everywhere. Last week I talked about the rumor that actor Selena Gomez is a clone or a double (she is not). This week, it's Jim Carrey. Many online are wondering whether the rubber-faced comedian/actor is not what he seems to be. Maybe he's a clone. Maybe he has a doppelgänger. Maybe it's a prank. This is all obviously dumb, but unlike the Selena Gomez story, there's some evidence that supports the idea. It's not good evidence, but it's at least a little more interesting than most conspiracy theories. Why people think Jim Carrey is a lookalikeThe theories started flying last week, when Jim Carrey was given the César Award in Paris. The 64-year-old comedian ha…

Starting an exercise routine doesn’t guarantee that you’ll lose weight, but a lot of us add exercise into our routines when we have a weight loss goal. Read on, and I’ll explain what you really need to know about exercise for weight loss—what kind, how much, and whether it even matters at all. Yes, exercise (sort of) helps you lose weightThere’s a cliché in the fitness world that the best weight-loss exercises are “fork putdowns and plate pushaways.” I hate when people turn fitness goals into restrictive eating goals, so this framing irritates me, but there is a grain of truth to it. The true part is that your body weight is determined by both how much activity you do a…

Before the better-known Strava lawsuit against Garmin grabbed headlines last year, Suunto had actually sued Garmin first. In September, Suunto and their parent company Dongguan Liesheng quietly filed suit against Garmin over five patent infringement allegations. Garmin recently responded with a 218-page countersuit that reads less like a legal filing and more like Garmin decided it was done being polite. Why did Suunto sue Garmin?The five patents in the initial lawsuit from Suunto had to do with the following features: Golf shot tracking using an accelerometer to detect impact Respiration rate derived from an optical heart rate sensor Slot mode antenna design in wearable…

It probably comes as no surprise that government agencies have access to a lot of your data—in part because we hand some of it over to them directly, and in part because they are able to purchase it from data brokers that already exist to harvest, aggregate, and sell it to other companies. A recent report from 404 Media confirms that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is among those buying and using location data collected via ads to track users' movements. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the FBI, and a handful of other federal agencies have also purchased location data from brokers in recent years, but the internal document from the Department of Homeland Se…

Another massive data breach has compromised millions of Americans' healthcare data and sensitive information. Navia Benefit Solutions, a benefits administrator for more than 10,000 U.S. employers, has disclosed a hack that affects nearly 2.7 million individuals, according to a March 18 filing with the Maine Attorney General. Navia's services include software and customer support for the administration of everything from Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) to commuter and education benefits. What happened with the Navia Benefit Solutions data breach?On Jan. 23, Navia identified "suspicious activity" on its systems, leading to the discovery…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Sleep tracking apps promise better rest through data. But what happens when the pursuit of a perfect score keeps you up at night? For a growing number of people, that Apple Watch, Oura Ring, or whatever device meant to improve your sleep quality may be doing just the opposite. Here’s what to know about how sleep scores really work, and what you can do to make the most of your sleep tracker. The benefits (and accuracy) of sleep trackingSleep is foundational to almost every dimension of health, including “improved mood, heart health, and cognitive function," according to Dr. Rebecca Robbins, Assistant Professor in the Divisi…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Protein shakes can end up chunky or lumpy if you don’t mix them right. That’s why a shaker bottle does a better job of mixing whey into milk than simply stirring with a spoon. A blender works even better, if you’re up for cleaning a blender when you’re done. But there is a better option: a handheld frother. FoodVille MF02 Rechargeable Milk Frother $5.96 at Amazon …

This week, people are wrong about teleportation. A common science fiction trope, teleportation is the transfer of matter or energy from one point to another without traversing the physical space between them. Widely repeated claims of teleportation have been cropping up since at least 1583, when occultist John Dee supposedly vanished from his home in England and reappeared at the same moment in Prague. The most recent report comes from Gregg Phillips, who was appointed to lead FEMA's office of response and recovery in December. On a January episode of the Onward podcast, Phillips said, "I was with my boys one time, and I was telling them I was gonna go to Waffle House...t…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you're looking for an Apple Watch for extreme sports, or you just want the one with the biggest display and battery life, you should focus your sights on the Ultra. Apple packs as many features and perks into this watch as it can, and, as such, it's the best option for people who need to push their wearables to the max. But those advantages come at a cost: The latest Apple Watch Ultra 3 costs $799, making it one of the most expensive watch options the company sells. But you don't need to spend as much on an Apple Watch Ultra as an iPhone 17 in o…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If money was on sale 20% off, you'd buy a ton of it, right? Well, this Roblox gift card is "worth" $100 in Robux, the online currency used on the gaming platform Roblox, but it's on sale for $80 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale. If you're reading this, chances are good that at some point in the next day/week/month, your child is going to hassle you for Robux anyway, so you might as well pay 20% less. (Your purchase also comes with a free "virtual item," but your child doesn't care about that.) …

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Amazon Big Spring Sale is in full swing, and it features some deep discounts to streaming tech. Whether you're looking for a budget-friendly option for the guest room or you want to upgrade your old gear to the newest thing, there's a deal for you. Roku Smart TV 2026 – 40-Inch Select Series, 1080p Full HD TV – RokuTV with Voice Remote – Flat Screen LED Television with Wi-Fi for Streaming Live Loc…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Headphones! Earbuds! Bone-conducting headsets! There's a bargain for every pair of ears in Amazon's Big Spring Sale. I've combed through Amazon's listings to bring you the best deals, no matter what kind of headphones or earbuds you're looking for. Sony WH-100XM6 Headphones …

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Apple products are notoriously expensive. Whether you're an Apple fan or an Apple hater, we can all agree: These things aren't cheap. That's why shopping holidays, like Amazon's Big Spring Sale, can be a great time to save on typically pricey devices. While this Spring Sale doesn't have deals on most of Apple's latest iPhones or Apple Watches, there are some great discounts on previous-gen devices—as well as one sale on a brand-new iPad. …

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. With so many options on the market, it can be tough to differentiate between vacuum robots and mop hybrids. But if you’re on a budget, one major factor to consider is whether it has a roller mop. A roller mop cleans hard floors better by preventing dirty water from spreading and is more effective at removing heavy-duty messes, similar to wiping up a mess with a wet towel. The new Eufy Omni C28 is the “most budget-friendly roller mop robot vacuum,” according to Mashable, and right now it's 38% off for the Amazon Big Spring Sale, bringing it to a reco…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Amazon Big Spring Sale is still underway, and you can find impressive deals on tech products like headphones, e-readers, and speakers all week long. If you're looking to shop on a budget, I've already shared tech deals for under $25 and even more under $50. If your budget is a bit higher, here are the best tech deals under $100. Amazon Kindle 16GB 6" Built-in Light eReader (2024, Black) …

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. I've produced a number of podcasts over the years, both professionally and just for fun, and I've watched it get progressively cheaper and easier to get started, so if you've always wanted to get that podcast up and running, now is the time. Amazon's Big Spring Sale includes a ton of gear for podcasting, so you can get an at least adequate-sounding setup for less than $150—but if you have a little more to spend, there's some higher-end tech on sale, too. Here's a guide to what you need, depending on how much you're willing to spend. All-in-one podca…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is wrapping up, and the Nothing Phone (3) has dropped to $599 (originally $799) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB model. According to price trackers, that's the lowest price the phone has reached so far. This is Nothing’s most ambitious phone yet (according to this PCMag review), and it shows in how it tries to compete directly with flagship devices while still doing its own thing. Nothing Phone (3) …

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Eufy ExpertSecure System E10 is down to $899.99 from $999.99. Unlike a single camera or doorbell, this is a full home security bundle meant to cover multiple entry points right out of the box. You get a video doorbell, a 360-degree outdoor camera, an indoor camera, motion and entry sensors, plus a keypad and key fob. That means you can set up coverage for your front door, yard, and inside the house without piecing together different products. It also leans toward a plug-and-play setup, with devices pre-configured so you’re not spending hours pai…

After keeping things low key with iOS 26.3, Apple rolled out a sizable update for iOS 26.4—especially for Apple Music users. That app's UI now matches the art of the album you're checking out; you can use AI to generate new playlists, and find upcoming concerts by the artists you're listening to directly in the app. Combined with other new changes, like eight new emojis and the new "Urgent" section in Reminders, iOS 26.4 was actually quite a feature-filled update. iOS 26.5, on the other hand, appears to be another quiet one—at least based on what we can tell from its first beta, which Apple released Monday. Don't expect any massive new features or changes here (despite so…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Working off a single laptop screen gets limiting fast, especially when you’re juggling tabs, documents, and calls. The Mobile Pixels Duex Float 2 Pro is meant to solve that without turning your desk into a full setup, and it’s currently on sale for $279.99 on StackSocial, down from $389.99. This is a 16-inch portable monitor with a 2560x1600 resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio, so you get more vertical space than a standard display, meaning you scroll less and see more at a glance when working on spreadsheets or editing documents. The 120Hz refresh …