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WallpaperHub running on an iPad mini.
7 awesome iPad apps you won't find on the App Store

These progressive web applications (PWAs) fit the iPad like a glove - and you won't find them anywhere on the Apple App Store.

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3 iPad apps I use to simulate the physical media experience

With the help of these three third-party applications, I've successfully simulated the physical media experience directly on my iPad.

A still photo of the Android Auto app selection screen highlighting the Libby app.
7 essential Android Auto apps I wish I'd downloaded sooner

These seven Android Auto applications are mainstays no matter how long or short of a road trip I'm currently embarking on.

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The Plex app on tvOS.
Avoiding these 3 rookie Plex server mistakes is easier than you think

Your server should be lean, mean, and backed up.

Listening to the Voicemail Dump Truck in iOS 26 CarPlay.
4 Apple CarPlay features that were promised but never delivered

Even after the latest round of updates, Apple CarPlay is still lacking some of these key features.

Google Maps showing Toronto.
5 Google Maps gestures essential for safe driving

Aim to keep your eyes on the road as much as possible.

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I always install these 5 open-source Android apps on my Galaxy Tabs

Safe free apps for navigation, browsing, and other daily tasks.

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I found help for my DVD and Blu-ray collection in the most unlikely place

These three excellent watchlist applications help me stay on top of my physical media collection.

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Google Drive on the iPhone 15 Pro.
Cloud storage is hiding some nasty secrets - and I'm here to expose them

The first hit is always free.

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3 apps that make Jellyfin better

Jellyfin is an excellent FOSS alternative to Plex - but for a truly enjoyable experience, you'll want to check out third-party client applications.

Netflix on an LG TV.
Netflix is going to keep losing subscribers unless they do 4 things ASAP

More respect for viewers is in order.

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An Apple TV 4K and Siri Remote stood upright.
5 lesser-known Apple TV apps I love that have nothing to do with streaming

Putting aside streaming, Apple's tvOS platform is chock-full of excellent third-party applications and utilities - here are five of my favorites.

The Plex app on tvOS.
I leveled up movie night by making 3 changes to my Plex server

An offline movie library is a wonderful thing, but only if it's smooth as butter.

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5 apps I use to transform my Android into a Windows Phone in 2026

The Windows experience isn't confined solely to PCs -- these five apps bring Microsoft's numerous UI design eras to the Android operating system.

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Apple TV channel listings, including F1 and MLS.
Apple's new CEO can save Apple TV - here's how

Apple needs to do more to meet viewers halfway.

VLC media player on laptop.
5 powerful VLC features I regret not using sooner

VLC media player can do much more than just play videos.

YouTube Music on iPhone.
4 reasons YouTube Music simply isn't as good as Spotify

So close, Google, yet so far.

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I brought back Windows Aero with just 4 mods - here's how you can too

In today's Liquid Glass-infused software landscape, it's only fair to give Windows 11 the Vista-style Aero makeover it rightfully deserves.

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The Lockera app running on an iPad mini.
7 niche iPad widget apps I wish everyone knew about

These seven widget apps for iPad are among my favorites, owing to their customizability, their sharp aesthetics, and their pragmatic use cases.

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6 stellar desktop PC apps you didn't know were on Steam

Steam is best known for its vast catalog of PC games, but hidden beneath the surface is a wonderful array of desktop apps, programs, and utilities.

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