Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Tech Editor, and has been covering tech news and how-tos for nearly a decade. His team covers all things technology, including AI, smartphones, computers, game consoles, ...

Chromecast devices have been around for a long time, but they still hold a few surprises. Here's what that little button on ...

ChromeOS is a lightweight operating system that stores all data mainly in the cloud. There are hardly any locally stored files, with the exception of data from Android apps and Linux apps. These apps ...

Always reset your Mac before selling or passing it along to a friend. Photo: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac Selling your old Mac or passing it to a friend or family member? It is always a good idea to ...

Fitbit is a well-known leader in the production of premium smartwatches for tracking fitness and health. Despite the reliability and great quality of Fitbit’s products, some users have experienced ...

So, you want a fresh start. Maybe you're sick of the way your iPhone is set up, or you're sick of being confronted with the realities of the past four years every time you unlock your home screen.

One of the most popular security cameras of 2024 is the Google Nest Cam. With a sleek design, reasonable price, and support for both indoor and outdoor use, it’s a versatile camera that works well ...

Google's Nest line includes some of the best smart speakers with user-friendly controls and seamless integration with other devices. With Google Assistant, controlling your smart home and connecting ...

With the Switch 2 on the horizon, you might be looking to sell your current Switch to make room for an upgrade. Here's what to know. Mary-Elisabeth is an associate writer on CNET's How-To team. She's ...

It doesn't matter if you have a first-gen AirPods or the latest AirPods 4 with ANC, there might be several reasons why you want to factory reset the earbuds. They might not be working as expected, ...

Dale Smith is a former Associate Writer on the How-To team at CNET. A factory reset will wipe all the information from your device -- including personal information-- and put it in a condition like it ...

This article explains how to erase and factory reset your Mac if you plan to give it away, sell it, or trade it in. Apple silicon Macs and Intel Macs with a T2 security chip (2017-2020 models) have an ...