Setting Up Your Home Office

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Apple is gearing up for a series of product announcements on Wednesday. So, naturally, the company revealed two of those products on Monday. There's the iPhone 17e, Apple's latest "affordable" iPhone, which largely just updates the chip to the A19. In the same vein, the company is updating its iPad Air line with the M4 chip. If you're hoping for other big iPad Air upgrades, however, keep waiting. The iPad Air is the same, just now with M4 If you put the M4 iPad Air side-by-side with the M3 iPad Air, you might mix the two up. That's because Apple has changed virtually nothing about the overall design and appearance of the…

Snapchat launched all the way back in 2011, and has had quite the journey since: It practically invented the stories format that every social media platform uses, and helped drive the shift from public and permanent online sharing to the more private and temporary approach most of us prefer today. The app is also packed with more features than you might be aware of—in fact, it could reasonably claim to be the most capable and versatile social media app out there. From location alerts and data saving, to custom notifications and clever camera tricks, here's how to get the most out of Snapchat. Use Snapchat's buried Data Saver mode to use less storage and prolong your batte…

Facebook is clearly no longer the hot social media property it once was—younger generations are now far more likely to spend their time on TikTok, Snapchat, or Instagram—but there are still billions of people logging into the Facebook site and mobile apps each month. During its 20+ years of existence, Facebook has added a whole host of features and options on top of its platform, and branched out in multiple different areas. There's plenty on offer in the modern-day Facebook that you may not know about. Whether you're using Facebook daily or you haven't touched your account for months, these hacks and tips will help you get more from the app: Find out how to stop people f…

This coming weekend, nearly everyone in the U.S. will switch from standard time to daylight time. Sadly, the proposal to keep us on the same time zone year-round never went anywhere, so we’ll keep having these “spring forward” and “fall back” events for the foreseeable future. Here’s how to get ready. Know when and how the clocks will change before Daylight Saving TimeOfficially, daylight saving time will begin at 2 a.m. the morning of Sunday, March 8. At that time, we’ll change the clocks to say 3 a.m., thereby losing an hour (since the hour between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. never happens). If you’re wondering “Why 2 a.m.?” it’s reportedly because that was a dead spot in the rai…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. A lot of TVs are still perfectly fine screens. They’re just stuck with slow menus or outdated apps. The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select is an easy fix for that, and right now it’s $19.99, down from $39.99, its lowest price yet, according to price trackers. It streams in 4K with HDR10+ support, so compatible TVs get brighter highlights and better contrast. That said, it skips Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, so this is not the model for someone building a high-end home theater setup. But for most living rooms and bedrooms, the picture quality looks more …

TikTok is entertaining, addictive, and full of hidden features that can make the experience way more enjoyable—not to mention safer. Because for all its charms, TikTok is something of a privacy nightmare. The app's ownership recently shifted from Chinese company ByteDance to the TikTok USDS Joint Venture, a new entity backed by Oracle's Larry Ellison, private equity firm Silver Lake, and UAE-based investment firm MGX, a change that raised plenty of eyebrows when it was announced in January 2026, and may have you thinking twice about how it's using your data. When it comes to hacking your TikTok feed, you probably already know the surface-level tricks: adding automatic cap…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Samsung HW-C450 soundbar is one of the best ultra-thin soundbars on the market, and at less than two inches thick, it packs some serious power with six drivers and built-in amplification. A compact, minimalist option for small rooms (or just for those who don’t want a bulky, unsightly audio accessory ruining their media-viewing room), this highly rated 2.1-channel soundbar with a wireless subwoofer just dropped 29% on Amazon, bringing its price to $139.97 (originally $197.99). Samsung HW-C4…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The LG S95TR 9.1.5-channel home theater soundbar system includes a soundbar, a wireless subwoofer, and rear speakers, creating a surround sound setup that far surpasses what a simple soundbar can offer. If you’re looking for a more cinematic experience that’ll bring you completely immersive audio, this wireless surround system is one of the best options on the market (especially for LG TV owners)—and right now, it’s 50% off on Amazon, bringing its price down to $799.99 (originally $1,599.99). L…

In this week's Out-of-Touch guide, we're talking about Alpine divorce, diagnosing exactly how messed up the younger generations are through their viral videos, and looking at some dumb food trends popular among young people. What is an “Alpine Divorce”?If you've been seeing the phrase "Alpine Divorce" showing up in your feeds lately, here's the 411 (as they used to say): An Alpine Divorce is when a man takes his wife on a hike, usually in the mountains, and then just leaves her there to fend for herself. The phrase dates back to a short story written in 1893 by Robert Barr called "An Alpine Divorce," but the renewed interest in the subject stems partly from the case of …

If you tried to access Claude for any of your AI needs Monday morning, you might have failed—or, rather, the chatbot may have failed to load. It's not you, your internet, or your device: Claude is down. Anthropic confirmed the outage on Monday, citing "elevated errors on Claude.ai, console, and claude code." As of this article, the company has posted four updates to Claude's status page: The first, at 11:49 UTC (6:49 a.m. ET), was simply to acknowledge an investigation into the issues; the next, at 12:06 UTC, was an update to confirm continued investigations, before sharing that Claude API was working as intended at 12:21 UTC. At that time, the company had identified the…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The refurbished HP EliteBook 840 G7, originally released in 2020, is on sale for $244.99 on StackSocial right now. And while it's not brand new, it’s far from outdated. With a 10th-gen Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD, it still holds up well for everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, streaming, and Zoom calls. It runs Windows 11 Pro smoothly, which isn’t a given for older machines. And the 14-inch Full HD display delivers clear, bright visuals without looking washed out, making it suitable for both work and casual u…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Five years can feel like a commitment, but not for a quality VPN this cheap. Right now, you can get an iProVPN five-year subscription on sale for just $19.99 at StackSocial, down from its $360 list price. Instead of paying month to month or even annually, you’re effectively paying about $4 per year. At that price, the money isn't as much a concern as whether the service fits how you actually use the internet. So let's focus on that. iProVPN positions itself as a general-purpose VPN, not a niche privacy tool meant for power users. In day-to-day use, …

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…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The 32-inch ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG32UCWG gaming monitor has earned stellar review for its excellent visuals, refresh rate flexibility, and other impressive gaming-focused features. If you've been looking to upgrade your setup, right now is a good time: It’s $200 off, reaching its lowest price ever—$799 (originally $999). 32-inch ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG32UCWG Gaming Monitor …

If you're an Android user, you can now design what shows up on your contacts' caller ID when you make calls in the Google Phone app. The Calling Cards feature is getting an upgrade that brings it more in line with Apple's customizable Contact Poster on iOS. Google's Calling Cards updateGoogle first introduced Calling Cards for the Google Phone app last year, which allowed users to manually create full-screen calling cards for individual contacts with photos and customizable text. The feature was originally designed to have these cards show up on your device when contacts call you, but it didn't allow you to create your own card to broadcast when you call other users. No…

Your home has a style, but that style was decided for you long before you went into a store. Those decisions were made by buyers who attend shows like The Inspired Home Show, where popular brands from around the world showcase their latest housewares to retailers, who then stock those products in the stores we shop. As a new homeowner myself, I wanted to see what's coming to stores, so I planned to attend The Inspired Home Show in Chicago from March 10-12. Suffice it to say, there's a lot to see. What is The Inspired Home Show?The Inspired Home Show is organized by the International Housewares Association, a nonprofit trade organization committed to "maximizing the succes…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Hisense U65QF in a massive 100-inch size is currently selling for $1,497.99 on Amazon, down from $1,997, and price trackers show this is the lowest it has reached so far. That price is notable for a screen this large, since 100-inch TVs often cost well over $2,000 even from budget brands. Reviews have also been encouraging. PCMag gave the TV an “outstanding” rating and named it the best budget TV of 2025. The U65QF replaces the earlier U6N, a model many buyers liked because it delivered solid picture quality without a premium price. This newer v…

Running gives you a lot of things: Stress relief, personal records, chafing—the list goes on. In fact, you can add "butter" to that list right now. Running content creator Libby Cope has gone viral not for her pace or mileage, but for what she makes along the way. Her video showing how she churns butter on a train run has racked over one million likes across Instagram and TikTok. Let's dig into the science of how this works, and why this is my favorite kind of running influencer content right now. How to churn butter while you runIn her viral videos, Cope pours heavy cream and salt into double-bagged Ziplocs, tucks the squishy dairy parcels into her running vest alongsid…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Spending less than $100 on noise-canceling earbuds used to mean accepting weak ANC, short battery life, or stripped-down features. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 makes fewer of those compromises. They’re currently $99.99 on Amazon, down from $129.99—a $30 drop, or about 23% off—and price trackers show this is the lowest they’ve been. Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 …

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’re starting a home tool set or looking to graduate from a beginner set of hand tools to expand the variety of DIY projects you can tackle, a quality set of wrenches and drivers is key. Everyone who does DIY and home repair projects knows that a comprehensive set of bits and sockets will save you hours of aggravation while you’re working. This 104-piece Craftsman tool set is a good investment because it has a variety of sockets, ratchets, and driver tips. CRAFTSMAN 104Pc Mechanic Tool Set…

On Wednesday, Apple unveiled its long-rumored "low-cost" laptop, the MacBook Neo. To get to its attractive price point, the machine cuts some corners—it runs an iPhone chip, rather than a Mac chip; it only has 8GB of RAM; the keyboard lacks a backlight; the base model doesn't come with Touch ID. But none of that really matters when Apple is offering you a brand-new MacBook for just $599—or $499 if you buy through the Education Store. (Given the company doesn't actually require proof that you're a student or teacher to shop the Education Store, the Neo, is, effectively, a $500 MacBook. Wild.) If I were any other computer company, I'd be nervous right now. Apple is, of cour…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Runners often swear by the 80/20 rule for organizing their training—but there's no relation to the Pareto principle of the same name. Let’s talk about where the 80/20 idea comes from, how to implement it, and when it is and isn’t a good idea to train this way. What is the 80/20 rule for running? Briefly, it’s the idea that 80% of your running should be low intensity, and only 20% at medium or high intensity. Recreational runners (like you and me) often run closer to a 50/50 split. The 80/20 rule suggests that we should take some of those faster runs and slow them the heck down to reach a better training balance. The 80/2…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Apple announced new products this week, all of which are all already available for preorder and will be released on March 11. But before you place your order, it's best to compare the preorder deals from various retailers. Walmart has the best iPad Air preorder deal, for example, offering $40 off the listing price. If you're interested in a new MacBook, however, Best Buy is the place to look: it's the only major retailer offering any preorder deals for all three new MacBooks. …

We may earn a commission from links on this page. The MacBook Neo might just eclipse the iPhone Air as the most interesting Apple product in years. This machine offers buyers the full macOS experience, in their choice of fun new colors, for $599 ($499 for "students"). Not so long ago, Apple's cheapest laptop, the MacBook Air—long priced at $999, but increased to $1,099 with the launch of the current M5 model—felt like a good deal. Now, you can get a machine that includes all of Apple's latest Mac features for as little as half the price. Of course, the Neo isn't a MacBook Air. To get the price of a Neo down to $500 or $600, Apple had to make some concessions, like using a…